The Colored American

The COLORED American A NATIONAL REGRO NEWSPAPER VOL. IX, NO. 43 MONEY IN OIL HE WILGER A GAS AND OIL CO. OWNED Y NEGROES. Well-Known Colored Men Purchase a Valuable Tract of and M n a Land and Organize a Company Devel The Personal of The Officers and romot rs. Nothing is more gratifying to The Colored American in its unceasing warfare against the enemies of the race and especially against those of them who deny that we have business acumen, or that we are capable of originating and maintaining unimpaired large business enterprises, to point out what the race has done, or is doing for itself in all fields of higher endeavor. So that it is with peculiar satisfaction that we call attention to the Wilgera Oil and Gas Company, of Columbus, Ohio, an organization incorporated under the laws of West Virginia, and which, as its name imports, designs to develop mineral oil and gas lands in that state as well as in Ohio. Its capital stock has been fixed at $50,000; and every precaution taught by experience has been taken to protect the interests of the present and all prospective stockholders. It has lately placed this stock on the market, and to win the prompt confidence of the public to which it appeals, it has a number of excellent recommendations not always present when similar organizations appeal for public support. Its present holdings situated in the greatest oil belt of Ohio, are valued largely in excess of its capital stock. Its stock is nonessessable, thus protecting absolutely the owner of the few shares of stock, who in many cases is at the mercy of the large holder, by the well known game of freeze-out. The small stockholder cannot be frozen out. There are no exorbitant salaries paid to officers of the company, and no luxurious officers to absorb the money of the stock-holders. The company is not a purely pen and ink sketch, but with ever increasing facilities, is now at work industriously to bring forth from the bowels of the mother earth her hidden treasures, which have become the necessities of the present age, and to retain the increment or earnings in the pockets of the stock-holders. So greatly has the company been encouraged that it is negotiating for hundreds of additional oil lands in both States. But the most unique features of this gigantic and brilliant enterprise is that it is an organizaton by Negroes, for the benefit of Negroes, that it was conceived in the brain of a Negro, that it is officered, managed, and controlled by Negroes, and that no white man now owns or will be permitted to own a single share of its stock. It is and is to be absolutely a race effort. So pertinacious is the management on this point that gratuitous offers of White Trust Compan- M. B. PROF. J. McHenry Jones Director. Institute. West Virginia. [Name] MR. GEORGE A. WEAVER President. Columbus, Ohio. lies to advance unlimited capital in aid of the development of the properties taking mortgages thereon as collateral securities have in each instance been promptly declined. The officers have supreme faith that the race will sustain them without assistance from white men who always know a good thing when they see it. This confidence in the race appears fully justified. The proposition seems to have been at once popular in all parts of the country, but especially in the far South. Influential men like General RobertSmalls, of South Carolina, and Hon. H. A. Rucker, of Georgia, have taken large blocks of stock, and their example has been followed by a surprisingly large number of our people in many states. Much of the success of this effort is of course, due to the personality of the officers. They are George A. Weaver, President; Wilbur B. Jones, Treasurer Ralph W. Tyler, Secretary, who with Prof. J. McHenry Jones., and Hon. Geo. A. Myers constitute the Board of Managers. These gentlemen are all conservative safe men of means, who are highly respected in their communities, and P. A. MR· GEORGE A. MYERS, Director. Cleveland, Ohio. [Name] MR. WILBERB JONES Treasurer Columbus. Ohio. both wise in counsel and methodical in business. The three of them best known outside of their States are: Mr. Geo. A. Myers, is a Baltimorean by birth, and is a son of the late Isaac Myers, one of the early leaders of the race in Maryland, who held many positions of trust and honor in Baltimore, and who was the first Afro-American to be appointed U. S. Post Office Inspector. When quite a young man Mr. Myers went West and located in Cleveland, Ohio, where he began work as a journeyman barber. To-day he is the owner and proprietor of The Hollenden House Barber Shop, one of the finest in Ohio and in the West. He employs a large force of men to operate his palatial tonsorial parlor. He is a conservative business man, has saved his earnings, and his investments have always been safe. He has a healthy bank account besides owning considerable real estate in the city of Cleveland. He became prominent in politics through his close connection with Senator M. A. Hanna, who is a personal friend of Continued on second page. PRICE, FIVE CENTS THE AFRICAN TRIP BISHOP TURNER TEELS OF THE PLANT C LONIZE. The Colored National Emigration and Commercial Association Has Organized and Elected its Officers for Business-Money in Abundance and the Great Bishop is Enthusiastic. Editor Colored American: Sir:—From the letters I have been receiving, there must be quite a concern about the twenty-five thousand dollars I am credited with receiving, to assist in sending all the Negroes of the country to Africa, and I beg through the columns of your paper to make a correction, and set this garbled statement in its true colors. A number of gentlemen met in Nashville, Tenn., and formed a convention which lasted from October 7th to 9th, 1901, and organized the Colored National Emigration and Commercial Association, and elected Dr. W. H. Heard, President; L. P. Lemon, Secretary; L. Howard Jones, of Findly, Ohio, Vice-President, and several other necessary officers, including myself as Chancellor and Treasurer. A larger Convention was held in Chattanooga, Tenn., on the 28th to 30th, of May, 1902, when most of the officers were re-elected, and the convention assumed more aggressive measures. The chief object of the convention was to raise a hundred thousand dollars to purchase a ship to ply between the United States and Africa for emigration and commercial purposes, and the price of the stock to purchase the ship was put at the ridiculous price of five dollars per share, so that the poorest member of our race could purchase one share, and those who are able could buy fifty or a hundred, or five hundred shares. Of course money has been coming in ever since the organization, and, especially since our convention in Chattanooga. Five dollars almost daily, and once and a while twenty dollars, forty dollars, and a hundred dollars at a time. So that we have several hundred dollars paid in on ship stock, but only members of the association can vote on how we shall expend the money which is paid in to the Treasury. Ship stock, of course is sacred to the object for which it is paid in, to purchase a ship for commercial and emigrational purposes, and can be used for nothing else. The Association is chartered by the laws of the land, and its provisions in every respect are legal. Much more might be written, but time will forbid it. Now the Republic of Liberia, Africa, has simply given our Association, through Legislative enactment, $25000, to aid us in making up the in of money that we are endeavoring to Continued on 5th page. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. 10 FEMALE PILLS 100 SAFE AND SURE. 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Sunday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Telephone, Main 1768 Established 1878 S. H. Hines & Co. Undertakers. Embalmers And Funeral Directors 1315 14 st. nw. Washington, D.C. MME. DAVIS I Born Clairvoyant & Card Reader Tells about business, Removes Spells and Evil Influences, Reunites the Separated and Gives Luck to all. 1228 25th st. n, w. Washington D. C No letters answered unless ac companied by stamp. POPULAR NEGRO COMPOSERS. Young Colored Men Who Have Attained Great Success With Songs. One of the most popular songs in "The Sleeping Beauty and the Beast," recently in Washington for two weeks, is "Nobody's Looking But de Owl and de Moon," a composition of Bob Cole and the Johnson brothers, Negro composers, whose songs have met with great success. In New York there is scarcely a playhouse, big or little, which caters to the popular taste, in which the songs of the Johnson brothers and Bob Cole are not heard every night. Anna Held has brought two of them prominently before the public. She sings "Maiden with the Dreamy Eyes," in "The Little Duchess," and "Strolling Along the Beach." May Irwin's latest success, "Louisiana Lize," is a composition for which Cole and Johnson brothers are responsible. It goes without saying that the Cole and Johnson songs figure conspicuously in Primrose and Dockstader's BOB COLK minstrels. "Under the Bamboo Tree," another composition, is sung by Marie Cahill in "Sally in Our Alley." Williams and Walker, the colored comedians are guaranteed to make a laugh, when they sing Cole and Johnson's, "My Castle on the Nile," and "When It's All Goin' Out and Nothin' Comin' In." These are only a few of the footlight favorites who are making hits with the songs composed by these colored composers. These young men are interesting, not only because they have achieved such brilliant success as popular song writers and interpreters of their own productions, but because of their personal history as well as their methods of work. They combine their talents for a common cause, so to speak. Rosamond Johnson, who writes the music, knows what he is doing when he deals in notes and staffs. He is a graduate of the New England Conservatory of Music. Some of his talent for composition has been laid on the altar of ragtime, to be sure, but he has not confined himself entirely to this particular kind. He has done excellent work along other lines. He has written some little gems of melody which breathe sentiment, patriotism, and love. James Johnson usually writes the words, which his brother Rosamond sets to music. James is a graduate of a southern college, and is now studying for a Ph. D. degree at Columbia University in New York. A prominent educator told me recently that James Johnson had one of the finest, keenest intellects with which we had come in contact for a long time. Bob Cole is not only a song writer, but a "side-splitter" as well. His facial expression alone, minus the song, is generally enough to bring out a hearty laugh. He excels the role of tramp. Mr. Cole graduated from a southern school also, and is a constant student. These three young men, he who writes the music, he who writes the words, and he who both writes and sings songs, travel together constantly. They get high salaries, and when the Four Hundred of New York engage them to entertain their guests at any social function, they are paid fancy prices. Bright BOYS AND GIRLS Wanted Big Pay for Little Work. OVERD AMERICAN has had so many appplication from girls throughout the country to sell it by the week, by subscription for the year, we have decided to establish young agents in every town in the country, wherew and warrants it. 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Have them fill out the send it at once: I agree to act from date as agent for The Colored American and the same to as many customer as can be secured, at 5 cents a copy every day that I will report not later than the Monday after each package is delivered, and remit 5 cents for each copy I sell or deliver to subscribers, and all unsold copies. Name... 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 net 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. Address..... Town..... State..... How many first week..... Pointed by..... The Colored American, 459 C Street, Northwest Washington, D.C. READ THIS BOOK! THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL NEGRO BUSINESS LEAGUE" In held its first convention in Boston, Mass., August 23-24, 1900. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON. President and Founder. Convention was the first National Convention of colonists ever held in this or any other country. Equality was represented: the farmer, the banker, the doctor, the lawyer, the manufacturer, the author and rulers of municipalities. The addresses despatches read are all in this book besides over fifty cities and others, which makes it a valuable souvenir. The Colored American, 459 C Street, Northwest. Washington, D. C. "THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL NEGRO BUSINESS LEAGUE" Which held its first convention in Boston, Mass., August 23-24, 1900. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON. President and Founder. This convention was the first National Convention of colored business men ever held in this or any other country. Every one of business was represented: the farmer, the banker, the equator, the doctor, the lawyer, the manufacturer, the author, the merchant and rulers of municipalities. The addresses delivered and papers read are all in this book besides over fifty cuts of delegates and others, which makes it a valuable souvenir of the convention. BOUND IN CLOTH ONLY. 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The Color- ed American is worth the subscription price, and the friends of the paper who read it from week to week, from month to month, and from year to year ought to be willing to contribute their share in ‘supporting it. The management does not desire to defend these delinquent subscribers, neither does it desire to part company with them but subscribers who have been repeatedly notified and who ignore our appeals for settlement need not be surprised if their bills are placed in the hands of a lawyer in their re spective cities, and efforts made to collect the money. This course may seem inexpedient and unnecessary, but something must be done. Send in what you know to be due and let the good work go on. DOUGLASS MEMORIAL EXER- CiSES. % | The memory and public services of Frederick Douglass were commemora- ted at the M Street High School, yes- terday by 5090 colored pupils: and nu- merous friends and patrons of the chool, Rev. Francis J. Grimke pre- sided, and Prof. Kelly Miller, of ifoward University, delivered the commemorative address. The pupils of the scl ool renaered an interesting oregramme. Prof. Miller spoke im- pressively of Mr. Douglass as 2 model of self-respect. and urged the young neople who listened to him to learn he lesson that it is not the treat- ment that a man receives that de- grades him, but that which he accepts. “The inner freedom of soul,” he said, ‘is not subject to assault and battery. Mr. Douglass understood this prin- ciple well. He was never in truth and in deed a slave; for his soul never accepted the gyves that shackled his body.” THE AEOLIAN MANDOLIN CLUB. The Aeolian Mandolin, Guitar and Banjo Club, beg to announce to their many friends, their 4th Annual Pro- menade. Concert, Monday evening, Feb. 23rd, 1903, at 8 o’clock p. m., at Grand Army Hall, Penna, Ave., north- west. Dancing from 10 to/i a. m Admission, 50 cents. Mr. J. Ottaway Holmes, proprietor of the Holmes Hotel, 333 Virginia Ave- nue, southwest, in this city, has an es- tablishment unexcelled in the coun- try. In addition to its local popular- ity, he has a large share of the pat- renaze of visiters from other cities. 'No expense is spared to make his guests comfortabie. Lincom Temple Choir will support Madame Hackley in her recital of classic songs. | Mr. and Mrs. Crown, of 121 E St. snorthwest, entertained a few friends last Friday evening. Dancing, sing- ing, and many games were indulged in uniil a late hour, after which sup- per was served, consisting of salads, sandwiches, chocolate, ceffee and punch. Everyone left satisfied that they had spent/an evening of exquis- ite pleasure. The address of. Archbishop Ireland at a banquet in honor of the 94th an- niversary of the birth of Abraham Lincoln, held in Chicago, last week, had the ring of a patriot and a cbris- tian. 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Im a letter I received re- cently from Mr. Moses Da Rocha, of Edinburgh, Scotland, to whom the publishers at my request sent a copy, he says: “I thank you exceedingly far “the Negro in Revelation, in History, and in Citizenship,” which has been sent me by the publishers, I believe, at your request. I have read it through, and have no hesitation whatever in describing it as a most remarkable book. Our white critics often ask what the American Negro has done since his emancipation? The answer is to be found in Mr. Pitkins’ able work.” The book retails for $2.00 and $2.75 per copy. It covers a wide range of thought and embraces every phase of the problem. i have very great pleas- ure in commending it to the thought- ful consideration of students of Ne- gro history, and of those Negroes whose knowledge of the achievements of their race is limited to reading the white man’s side of the Negro ques- tion. Mr. Pitkin seems to have gath- ered his facts from reliable sources, and he has put them together in a way to attract the general reader, and rivet his attention. In chapter VIII he tells the story of Julius Mel- borne’s visit to Thomas Jefferson. Melbourne was born a glave in North Carolina, amd was educated by a rich widow, Mrs. Melbourne, whose name he took. In 1806 she gave him his freedom, and he subsequently went to England, where he became wealthy and a man of importance. He pub- lished a bock 55 years ago, entitled, “Life and Opinions of Julius Mel- bourne,” with sketches of the lives and characters of Thomas Jefferson, John Quincy Adams, John Randolph, of Roanoke, and other eminent states- men. Describing his appearance, Mel- bourne said, “My hair is curly, or rather wooly, and my nose is more flattened than is generally the case with pure-blooded Europeans.” In another place he said that “indeed his hair was kinky.” COL AM—ELEVEN. He visited Mr. Jefferson, at Ménti- cello, in 1815, and was cordially re- ceived and entertained by the father of the democratic party, who gave him the freedom of his library dur- ing his visit of a week, in which he spent as he tells us a portion of each day during his stay there. On Tuesday befcre he left “those quiet and philosophical shades” he re- ceived a card from Mr. Jefferson, in- viting him to dine with him in com- pany with a few friends, the next day at 4 o'clock. When he arrived at the house he found there Chief Justice Marshall, William Wirt, Samuel Dex- ter, of Boston, and Dr. Samuel L. Mitchell, of New York. There was al- so present another remarkable man from the North, Elder John Leland, who sent Mr. Jefferson the great cheese. He was a Baptist minister who lived in the western part of Massachusetts. He then goes on to give an account of the conversation which, as usual, was on the question of slavery, and the inferiority of the Negro. Mr. Dexter, Mr. Jefferson. Chief Justice Marshall, Elder Leland, and Wm. Wirt all expressed them- selves freely and frankly in courteous nhracee Elder Leland maintained THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. Ge. eous conclusions. Look at the young gentlemen who sits opposite to you. Mr. Melbourne was born a slave, and is of African descent. He was eman- cipated by a pious and benevolent lady, and is now a man of wealth. He has by his own efforts and industry, cultivated and improved his mind— a mind which I religiously believe, your missionary observations friend Leland and Dr. Mitchell’s dissections to the contrary notwithstanding, is of the first order of human intellect.” The whole company gazed on Mr. Melbourne with astonishment, the piercing eye of Chief Justice Marshall was fixed most intently upon him, Wm. Wirst’s color changed, and his face reddened with apparent indigna- tion. When Melbourne took his leave Mr. Wirt followed him into the hall and taking him by the hand expressed a desire to continue his acquaintance with him. There are some inaccura- cies as to dates and names in this book, but otherwise it is a good book and will give joy to the reader. BRUCE GRIT. { he fyrand fountain of the {ited f)rder of {rue Reformer Is the leading Colored Fraternal Society of the United States. It was i joey: 1881, by William W. Browne, and chartered in April, 183 $ Organized aws of the Srate of Virginia, with headquarters at Richmond, Va Funder the ship is both male and female, and consists of all persons of good healt to 60 years of age. Its membership of 60,000 is divided into Fountains from 1 cles. It pays sick benefits from $1.50 to $2.50 per week, and pays jen Cir. from $24.56 to $1000. N Denefits BENEFITS PAID—Total bencfits paid to date: Sick dues, $r,500, 200: r efits, $714,378-75- : + death bap. SENIOR FOUNTAINS—A Fountain may be organized consisting of 20 ersons not over 50 years of age paying a joining fee of from $4.60 to ‘el mors The monthly dues are not less than 35 cents in rural districts and not cone 50 cents per month in towns and cities, and a semi-annual tax of 40 ae thay in January and July cf each year. Sick benefits paid are from $1.50 to$ 3 paid week, while death benefits range from $75 to $125. A Fountain mav mo per ized in any locality on application to Rev. W. ‘Z Taylor, G. W. Mast Organ. any of his authorized deputies. = Se ae ROSEBUDS—For the proper training of the young and their developmey; thrift, industry and brotherly love, there has been formed a Children’s De ment known as the Rosebuds. Twenty or more children not less than thee more than fourteen years of age may form a Rosebud, upon the payment de each. This depar:ment, like the Senior Fountain, pays sick benefits from se tweaty-five cen s per week. and death benefits from $24.50 to $37. The i fi dues are fifteen cents per month. loath CLASSES— Persons desiring to leave their beneficiaries at death a larger am than is paid from Fountain Department. take out policies in one or more rh Classes of the Mutual Benefit Degree. The members of this degree are divided into Circles, and pay joining fees and dues according to the following oie 4 LIMB; OF LAW a Brown G. it's News Budget ? ea Se ee a S Ps See Roe SS ee Se ee x aa | j¢ fies |#22) 2) 27 “s [32 |é22;2)% | Sow S [Lee = 5) A | BRL Sn) S See (oR) S| j} @/S28iSefi ais fi w 18,2) Se8) 5] 5 | 3 /e2e) ees) 2 = S yess ess| 212 es (25 Ble} 4 s | § | 280)223/ 3) % | | 3 izeslesé] 8 18 | Ss |eesi|eet| i]s | i Pee ee | m |FSe Posi cig aed fois sea ee | | ct. Agel4to2> #250 $200 00 $100 OU $475 $1 20 | Age 14 to 25 $5 00 $500 00 $250.00 $9 oe 25 tod 2752000) 10000 4 73 120 || = 25 t0.80 | 5 25 | 5.0 00 | 250 00 eae = 30 t0:5 3 00 | 200 @ | 10000 475/126!) “ 801035) 5 EC | 50000 20 0/950) 8@ “ 85 t040 8 25 | 200 GO| 100 00 | 5 70 | 143 |) + 35240) 5 75 | 500 40 | 250 0 1040 te “ 40t043 | 350) 14000| 7000 579 143 || * 401045 | 6 OO | 450 2500 1040) 2a ~ 45 tote | 8 7 | 11500} 5800) 665/166 |) * 451050) 6 25 | 40000 20) 1140) 88 © 50t0f5 |} 400) 7000) 4500)6°5 168/) “ BPtOGO 470 8500 | 175 14) ae “+ 55 to60 1425 | 65 0)| 33 00, 7 60 1 90 || | | { ! ! i i l ' t } oo) =~ poe rem eh =. 4 2 S ines REGALIA—The members of the Foun- i Ose | sé = .~ tains and Rosebuds of the organization y 18S 2 { ss 2 \8 wear no expensive regalia. The rega- oat es = = lia of the organization is simple and its Ae ep ees __\_* _! 2 _! cost will be in the easy reach of all, Age l4to:0 #160 31000 00 = 4 # 25 | costing from 1o cents to #3. The same “ 20to°S 1:00 0000 | 559) is made by th organization in what is = ists: i300 | cone | 3 (833 | known as the Regalia Department. | “ 45tol0 1300 | 700 00 | 2590 | 6 25 THE SAVINGS BANK—In Murch, 1888, Pee A ere van granted by the Legislature of | Placa Virginia a charter to the Savings Bank of the Grand Fountain United Order of True Reformers, capital stock $100,00. Che bank commenced business April 3, 1889, and from that time down to the sresent has steadily incteased in volume of business. It now has a paid up cap- tal stock cf $100,000. From the humble sum of $1,268.69, deposited the first day he bank o ened for business in 1889 the deposits have grown to $350.058, and he volume of business transacted amounts to $6.190.141.47. During the finan- ial panic cf 1843, the Savings Bank of the Grand Fountain was the only bank a the city of Richmond that did not cease to pay cash on all checks presented, vhile the majori'y of other banks were using script and clearing house checks. Chis bank had its origin in the brain of Willtam W. Browne, an ex-slave of He versham, Ga. The banking house is located at 604 North Second Street, Rich nond, Va., Rev. W. L Taylor, President; R. T. Hill, Cashier. REAL ESTATE DEPARTMENT—The Real Estate Department has charge ofall tle eal proper v to the amount of $220,221.65, eituated in various States, consisting | of (3 magnificent buildings used as halls, 8 dwellings, 1 hotel. 3 stores and three ums. It also has under its control 16 large buildings leased by it. This de vartment is under the management of Lawyer J. C_ Robertson, chief of real es ate and atiorney for the association, office at 608 N. 2nd Street, Richmond," REFORMERS MERCANTILE AND INCUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION—Was chartered °7 ler the laws of the State of aie on the 14th day of December, 1899. #5 wincipal o‘tics in the city of Richmond, Va. The purpose of this associatio’ ¥ o conduct stores (wholesale and retail), buy and sell real property, manage ano control ho:cls, manufacturing establishmerts, and do general business. | The ‘ssociation has in operation Hotel Reformer, goo N. Sixth Street, Richmonf!,Va, tis a modern up-to-dite structure, heated by steam, cold and hot water Jaths, uso electric cars passing the door. Thishotel has accommodations for 150 guests Mr. A. W. Ilolmes is manager, and Mr. T.W. Taylor is clerk. _It has it: oper tion a systen of five stores, located as follows: Richmond, Va.; Washington, D C.; Manchester, V2; Portsmouth, Va.; and Roanoke, Va. The frst or sr stores, at Richmond, Va., was opened April 3d, are It employs a force of _ men, runs three delivery wagons, and during the first year did $50,000 worth 0° business. ‘fhe other stores have been eceahiched since, and have been equa" as prosperous. The general manager of the system of stores is Mr. B L. Jord: = headquarters at 608 N. Second Street, Richmond, Va. This Association #35 formed on the plans and recommendations made by Rev. W. L. Taylor, ' President. THE REFORMER PRINTING DEPARTMENT—1seues a weekly tournal, THE RBTOry vhica has a circulation of 12.000. This paper is published in <he interest of the race 600 @° cusses ‘tie lealing questions of the day. ‘Tne subscription price is $1 per year, or 5c. per TEE) copy. The ofiice is equipped with modern up-to-date machinery, run by electricity. Of 004 print anythin: from a visiting card to a poster 42 by €2 inches. Fine job work of every class 0” tes ee a specialty at lowest prices. Me E. W. Brown is editor and business Bet ager, Office NN. Second Street, Richmond, Va. Correspondence solicited and egeuts "5" OLD FOLKS” HOME —1y <epremper. 1893, Rev. William W. Brown recommended the (0°07 ion and establishment of 014 Folks’ Homes for the benefit of old and decrepid meres. jooated cace Since thst time the valuable farm known as Westham. consisting of (2444 8i°P 9019 six miles trom Ki-hmord, Va .on the historic “James,” has been purchased. nt ® O80 gta vr Phe Chesapeak* and Ohio Kailroad rons through the farm. and Westham pation 1s locsorh iB it Adjoining this farm is Westhampton “ark. one of the most pleasant resorts 'B T'S p siiway summer. Jt is reached in a f-w minutes from 2ichmond by the Westhampton Elec nt: aud the Chesa>eske ard Ohio Railway. As this home is for the benefit of the who’ oo. and co-operation of all charitable friends is prayerfully solicited. All contributions. dot? in ebar-t Dequests of every character will be very thankfully received. Mr. TW. Taylor is hi >t the Old Fol s’ Hem. offices at 608 North Second Street, Richmond, Vs. For further information address— | Yonkers, N. Y., Special.—Lincoln’s birthday was celebrated at the A. M. -E. Zion Church, last Thursday even- ing in a befftting and appropriate manner. A splendid musical and literary programme was _ presented. One of the unique features cf the en- ‘tertainment was a lunch-box sale. ‘This entertainment was given under ‘the auspices of the Women's Mite So- ciety; Mrs. A. Williams, President, and Mrs. James Spennie Mistress of Ceremonies. Over $40.00 was realized much credit is due the ladies who had charge of the affair. At the Messiah Baptist Church, bap- tismal services were held last Sunday. The rite of baptism was administered to four persons. In the evening com- munion services were held, and the right hand of fellowship was extend- ed to twelve persons. Mr. Luther Bush, of 267 New Main St., met with quite a serious accident last week, but is able to be out again. Mrs. A. G. Thomas, of Hampton, Va., is the guest of Mrs. Aaron Brown, of 89 Fulton St., Brooklyn, N. Y. Mrs. L. Dungey and two: daughters, of Sta- ten Island, are visiting Mrs. T. Mascn. Miss Nellie Anderson, of Mt. Vernon, spent Friday with Miss M. E. Bun- dick, of 8, Jones Place. Mrs. F. J. Moultrie, who was reported ill with la grippe last week, has since been seriously ill with the pneumonia, but at this writing is somewhat better. Miss Gertrude Johnson, of Bath, N. Y., who has been nursing Mrs. Moultrie, is cone of the first graduates of Lincoln Hospital, New York City. Mr. Edward G. Conick, has started reading law with the firm of Archi- bald & Rigby, of this city. Mrs. C. E. Scott, of Woodworth Avenue, who was quite sick last week with the grippe is much better, and able to be out again. Mr. A. Williams, cf Main St., is quite sick and under the care of the doctor. Mrs. Moore, wife of Prof. Moore, of Salisbury, N. C., who has been very ill for the past three months at the residence of Rev. J. T. Gaskill, left for her hcme on Friday of jast week, accompanied by the sister of Mrs. Gaskill. Miss Marguerite Ella Bundick, has accepted the position of organist for the choir of the A. M. E. Zion Church. Mr. Wm. Dagss, of Hampton, a., was the guest of his sister-in-law, Mrs. c. ®. Conick, Jr., during the past week. BROWN GRIT, JR. Andrew Carnegie does not confine sis benefactions to his own race. Not long sinee he made a substantial gift to Tuskegee. % pASBES The Colored Young Men’s Christian Association which died a much regret- ed death here a few years ago, should Se resurrected. ne = Fou = m = eos sta ‘North Second Street, Richmond, 's ‘or further information address— Rev. W.L Taylor, G. W. M. W. P. Burrell, G. W. 5. 60:1-6-8 N. Second Street, Richmond, V2. Alabama Lily-Whi-es have at length seen the handwriting on the wall and are now preparing their own dizh of Crow. Roosevelt is inevitable. 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Cut out this advertisement, and send to us, with only $1.50, and immediately upon receipt of same, we will send to you a full and complete treatment, consisting of two extra large boxes of OZONO, king of all Hair Tonies, worth $2.00; also two large bottles of CEDROLINE, the lightning Hair Tonies, worth $2.00; also one large package of our latest discovery, POWDERED EGG SHAMPOO, worth $60; also one bar of our celebrated and renowned PURITY SCALP SOAP, worth $50, and one 1-pint package of ANTI-ODOR, the most wonderful toilet specialty of the day, worth $30. This grand collection, worth in all $5.00 will be sent on receipt of $1.50 and your name and address, with full plain, and complete directions, together with our beautiful Souvenir Catalogue, justly called the toilet educator of the day. NOTE.—To all who have ever bought OZONO we will send this great bargain offer for only $1.00. Your word will be sufficient. Simply tell us when and where you bought it. This liberal offer is made with the object of securing good Agents, who can simply coin money selling our preparations. No matter where you live, we can get our goods safely to you. Do not delay; or do-day. Address BOSTON CHEMICAL CO., 310 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. 3 MONTHS USE The Popular Studio 806 M Street, Northwest. Has re-opened for scholars and the For terms of ten lessons in painting (ii), (i) free; an drawing £2.50. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. O. PETRER GROGAN, Credit for all Washington. No other Furniture House has Ever Offered Such liberal Terms of CREDIT And right In the midst Of the Greatest Discount Sale Of the Season. If you have a furniture need of any description you can supply it now at a great saving. Our January clearance includes Parlor, Bedroom, and Dining-room Furniture of every description, also fine Haviland China, Pictures, Bric-a-brac, &c. There's a pleasant surprise awaiting you in the arrangement of payments. No notes, no interest. Carpets mode, laid, and lined free: Peter Grogan, 17-819 821-823 7th Street. Between H and I Sts. --- LIFE IN THE NORTHWEST. If you have any idea of changing your location—go into the northwest where life is worth living. It is the coming empire of this country. Climate and elevation are found in great variety and will never be as low priced again as it is now. For farming, fruit raising and grazing no portion of our country equals it. Irrigation makes the farmer independent where irrigation is practiced and the finest irrigable part of our lands are in Montana and Washington. The towns and cities are growing rapidly in the Northwest. Let me know what you want and we will try and help you. There are all sorts of places and kinds of land in the Northwestern states through which the Northern Pacific runs. Don't wait until it is too late to go. Low settlers rates are in effect during September and October. Write to me where you want to go and I will tell you what costs. CHARLES L. FEE Gen'l Pass. Agent, N. P. Ry., St Paul, Minn. tf. Not a Stockholder. I hereby warn the public that I am not a stock-holder in the Capital Savings Bank, and any person who connects my name with the fixtures of that institution will be prosecuted for criminal libel. J. R. WILDER, 412[B St., S. E- BE SURE TO GET THE SAFEST, SWIFTEST AND MOST COMMODIOUS STEAMER ON THE RIVER TO UPPER GLYMONT, LOWER CEDAR POINT, ROCK POINT, OTHER POINTS ON THE POTOMAC RIVER. BUY STOCK Freedman's Transportation (Incorporated Proprietors of the Swift and Commune) A limited amount of the stock is now available at Ten Dollars per share, payable in rangelements made to suit purchaser. This boat has recently been overhauled and equipment Inspectors, chartered and equipment and is licensed to carry 1,300 passengers dining room and saloon. Honest Management, Open A Books are always open to stock retary, 609 F Street Northwest. DIRECTORS Joseph Morrison, F. M. C. D. Braxton, W. M. Joseph N. Mayne, James C. Lewis Jefferson, Mrs. M. J. S. Coage, B. Boo OFFICE Joseph Morrison—President. J. L. Neill—Secretary. H. Hood—Treasurer. James Dabney—General Agent. Books are now open for Chartering Sec'y or LEWIS JEFFRE Room A, 1st Floor Freedman's Transportation, Land & Improvement Co. Proprietors of the Swift and Commodious Steamer JANE MOSELEY. A limited amount of the stock is now on the market for sale to the public at Ten Dollars per share, payable in small monthly payments. Arrangements made to suit purchaser. Buy quickly if you want a first class investment. This boat has recently been overhauled and thoroughly inspected by the U. S. Gov ernment Inspectors, chartered and equipped with electric lights and late improve ments and is licensed to carry 1,300 passengers, has 31 state rooms, 3 decks, large dining room and saloon lighted by electricity. Honest Management, Open Accounts and Prompt Returns. Books are always open to stockholders at the office of the secretary, 609 F Street Northwest. DIRECTORS. Joseph Morrison, F. M. Sims, Frank Johnson, C. D. Braxton, W. M. Tyler, A. Walker, Joseph N. Mayne, James Dabney, J. L. Neill, Lewis Jefferson, Mrs. M. S. Brown, Henry Hood, J. S. Coage, B. Booker, J. C. Scott, Books are now open for Charters, for terms apply to J. L. Miller, Sec'y or LEWIS JEFFERSON, Gen. Manager, Room A, 1st Floor, 609 F St. N. W. TELEPHONE, 317 B COLUMBUS. WILEY G. OVERTON. W. DAVID BROWN OVERTON AND BROWN Undertakers and Embalmers, 146 West 53rd Street. Between 6th & 7th Aves, New York City Brooklyn Branch, 315 Bridge Street Camp Chairs and Coaches to let for all Purposes THE NEW ERA reaches the masses. The only Negro newspaper in Bermuda. It is the voice of the people. Free and independent sheet devoted to the interest of the island. FOREIGN SUBSCRIPTION. 1 year — $2 25 6 months — 1.15 3 months — 60 Chas. V. Monk, Editor and Manager Hamilton, Bermuda, Cuts and Illustrations The Maurice Joyce Engraving Co. Evening Star Building Washington, D.C. --- BANK IN THE Land & Improvement Co. corporated.) Indious Steamer JANE MOSELEY. buy on the market for sale to the pub- bin small monthly payments. Ar- t Buy quickly if you want a first class payment. and thoroughly inspected by the U. S. Gov- ered with electric lights and late improve laggers, has 31 state rooms, 3 decks, large lighted by electricity. Accounts and Prompt Returns. holders at the office of the sec- CTORS. Sims, Frank Johnson, Tyler, A. Walker, Dabney, J. L. Neill, S. Brown, Henry Hood, Ker, J. C. Scott. Jos. N. Mayne—Vice President. F. M. Sims—Assistant Secretary. Lewis Jefferson—General Mgr s, for terms apply to J. L. Miller, RSON, Gen. Manager, 609 F St. N. W. CL'AIRVOYANT AND ASTROLOGIST ANGELS ness, social or domestic life; sickness divorces separations, lawsuits, lost or absent friends interest you; if you desire to have your domestic troubles removed, your lost love returned, consult or write me. You will be advised the best way to succeed. Fee, $1.00. Patrons attended to in all parts of the world. Letters of inquiry answered on receipt of two 2c. stamps. MRS. C. CARY 1406 W. YORK ST. PHILADA., PA. Holmes Hotel 333 Va Ave., S. W., for the Best Afro-American Accommodation in the District European and American Plan. Bar Stocked with Fine Wines, Imported Brandies and PURE OLD RYE WHISKEY. Best Line Cigare, 5 & 10c Good room and Lodging 50 75 & $1 00. Comfortably heated by steam. Give Us a Call. James Otoway Holmes, Proprietor. WASHINGTON, D. C. $400 to $800 a day guaanteed to every person sending name and address to the Scott Remedv Co., Louisville Ky. Write at once. 13 THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. 14 A Famons Doctor-Chemist Has Dis covered a Compound that grows Hair on a Bald Head in a Single Night. Startling Announcement Causes Doctors to Marvel and Stand Dum-founded at the /Wonderful Cures. The Discoverer Sends Free Trial Packages to All Who Write. After a half century spent in the laboratory crowned with high honors for his many world-famous discoveries the celebrated physician. A. Miss Clarissa Kerby and her Marvelous Growth of Hair. chemist at the head of the great Altenheim Medical Dispensary, has just made the startling announcement that he has produced a compound that grows hair on any bald head. The doctor makes the claim that after experiments, taking years to complete, he has at last reached the goal of his ambition. To the doctor all heads are alike. There are none which cannot be cured by this remaakable remedy. The record of the cures already made is truly marvelous and were it not for the high standing of the great physician and the convincing testimony of thousands of citizens all over the country it would seem too miraculous to be true. There can be no doubt of the doctor's earnestness in making his claims nor can his cures be disputed. He does not ask any man, woman or child to take his or anyone else's word for it, but he stands ready to send free trial packages of this great hair restorativo to anyone who writes to him for it, enclosing a 2-cent stamp to prepay postage. In a single night it has started hair to growing on heads bald for years. It has stopped falling hair in one hour. It never fails no matter what the condition, age or sex. Old men and young men, women and children all have profited by the free use of this great new discovery. If you are bald, if your hair's falling out or if your hair eyebrows or eyebrows or eye lashes are thin or short write to the Altenheim Midical Dispensary, 8074 Foso Building, Cincinnati. Ohio, enclosing a 2-cent stamp to prepay postage for a free package and in a short time you will be fully restored. GRAND Opening Society Paraphernaalia, Lodge Supplies, Badges, Class Pins, College Flags, Committee Badges, Flags and Banners. ALL ORDERS PROMPTLY ATTENDED TO C. E. GUNLÁCH, 813 7th St., N. W. on D. C. Telephone 342-Y. $400 to $800 a day guaranteed to every person sending name and address to the Scott Remedy C Louisville, Ky. Write at once, Is NATIONAL - COLORED Teachers Bureau, 459 C St., N W. WASHINGTON, D. C. His poems are declared by both English and American critics to be among the greatest written in this age, regardless of race or color, and that he has made a great mark for his race in literature that will last for ages. In the book are two beautiful poems on the life of W. W. BROWN, the Great Father of the True Reformers. Every one should have the books in their homes, that our children may know of the GREAT MAN, and be inspired by him. The books are indorsed by the leading authors of both races. Persons wishing to become agents will ask for agents terms with their order. Send $1.00 for the complete $2.00 edition. Write J. E. McGrit, Perot St., King's Bridge, N. Y, To preserve or restore it, there is no better prescription for men, women and children than Ripans Tabules. They are easy to take. They are made of a combination of medicines approved and used by every physician, Ripans Tabules are widely used by all sorts of people—but to the plain, everyday folks they are a veritable friend in need. Ripans Tabules have become their standard family remedy. They are a dependable, honest remedy, with a long and successful record, to cure indisgestion, dyspepsia, habitual and stubborn constipation, offensive breath, heartburn, dizziness, palpitation of the heart, sleeplessness, musculo musculus, sour stomach, bowel and liver complaints. They strengthen weak stomachs, build up run-down systems, restore pure blood, good appetite and sound, natural sleep Everybody derives constant benefit from a regular use of Ripans Tabules. Your druggist sells them. The five-cent packet is enough for an ordinary occasion. The family bottle, 60 cents, contains a supply for a year. A. B. Agents are Making $5.00 Per D SELLING THE GREAT POETICAL WORK OF James E. McGirt, The New Negro Poet of the Race. By both English and American critics to be in this age, regardless of race or color, and mark for his race in literature that will last for half price for a few days. The com- munity of two cloth bound silk finish volumes, will $1.00. Fatful poems on the life of W. W. BROWN, que Reformers. Every one should have the our children may know of the GREAT MAN, the books are indorsed by the leading authors going to become agents will ask for agents and $1.00 for the complete $2.00 edition. St., King's Bridge, N. Y, GOOD HEALTH Store it, there is no better prescription for women than Ripans Tabules. They are made of a combination of medicines every physician, Ripans Tabules are of people—but to the plain, every- writable friend in need. Ripans Tabules standard family remedy. They are a de- ly, with a long and successful record, pepsia, habitual and stubborn constipa- heartburn, dizziness, palpitation of the sculo humilis, sour stomach, bowel. They strengthen weak stomachs, build restore pure blood, good appetite and Everybody derives constant benefit from Tabules. Your druggist sells them, enough for an ordinary occasion. The contains a supply for a year. PANs. INNER SET FREE for selling 24 boxes Salvona Soaps or bottles Salvona Perfumes. To introduce our soaps and perfumes, we give free 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 o-piece Dinner Set full size, handsomely decorated and old-lined. We also give Curtains, Couches, Rockers, Parlor Tables, Sewing Machines, Parlor Lamps, Musical Instruments for selling Salvona Soaps and Perfumes. We allow you mums for selling Salvona Soaps and Perfumes. We give 3 cash commission if desired. No money required. Illustrated catalogue free. Write to-day, SALVONA SOAP Buy Your Shoes From The Capital Shoe Store, 733 7TH ST EET. N. W. Between G and H Streets. A fine Line of Men's Women's and Children's Shoes and Rubbers at lowest prices. The Only Shoe Store in the city conducted by colored Men. DR. LEATHERMAN. Washington's Leading Specialist On Kidney, Bladder, Skin and Private diseases, Syphilis (any stage) cured for life. Both sexes. Consultation free. 602FST.N.W. Some Men Pay $10,000 For an expert to manage their advertising. There are others who pay $5.00 for an annua' subscription to printers' ink and learn what all advertisers are thinking about But even these are not the extremes reached. There are men who lose over $100,000 a year by doing neither one. For sample copy send 10c to Printers' Ink. No.10 Spruce Street, New York City. SKILLED WORKMEN PROMPT DELIVERY ESTABLISHED 1876. J. H. Polkinhorn Book & Job Printer, 616 Louisiana Avenue, WASHINGTON, D. C. Books and Pamphlets a Specialty. Engraving, Color Work. Commercial Printing. Complete Facilities. Consistent Charges. Sypecial Designs for all Societies. WE GIVE ANY LADY splendid chance we earn spending money very easily working for us in their leisure time; the work is not hard, and any Woman or girl who has a little spare time will do well to avail them selves of this great opportunity to earn money Send us 25 cents (silver) and we will at once send you the Cloth will full directions, prepaid by us anywhere in the U. S so they can commence work at once Address BRILLIANTI NA CO (J 3)Roxbury Mass AT OLD POST AGIAN James H. Hudnell Representing the Castleberg Diamond Importers, 65 Penn. Ave., Washington, D. C. Residence- 2009 9th st., n. w. Orders delivered by card. $400 to $800 a day guaranteed to every person sending name and address to the Scott Remedy Co. Louisville, Ky. Write at once. THE CGLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. HERE IT IS. If you want boarde s. If you have rooms to let. If you have a house to rent. If you want to place your business before the people. If you want big crowds at your excursions or picnics. If you are anything at all—let the public know who you are by Advertising in The Colored American LATE LOCALS The struggle for daily bread is an apology for crime. Mr. Howard H. Williams is a sufferer from la grippe. Too many Negroes are being hauled to our local courts for petty crimes. Mr. Ebenezer D. Bassett, son of our former minister to Hayti, is a finished musician. It used to be insisted that the race was being persecuted by the police of the District, but the allegation cannot now be sustained. Mrs. Caroline Silence, a life-long resident of this city, died at her T St. home early last week. Dr. W. S. Lofton and Dr. Al. Ridgley are just now the "Heavenly Twins,"—Pull and Pill. Dr. Collins B. Crusor, of Georgetown, a successful young physicion, delights in "Abou Ben Adhem." Madame E. Azalia Hackley, at Lincoln Temple, Friday February 27th. Mr. Bertran Holmes, of Arlington, Va., a young man of much promise, and the son of Revenue Collector Holmes, is dead, after a short illness. Mr. George Scott, of the War Department is confined to his home by a severe cold but is out again. His genial face was missed on the Avenue. Mr. Florida Howard, the accomplished steward of the Normandy Hotel, claims his force of waiters and other colored employees not equalled in any other hotel in the country. We are so nearly in touch with all the minor activities of life in the District that we feel instantly the withdrawal of support. The insufficiency of appropriation for sweeping our streets brings widespread suffering and destitution among our "white wings." Capt. Gilmer is to get his commission in the Philippine Scouts, and Senator Pritchard has accomplished it. This will be a bitter nauseating dose to the Senator's critics, but shows that indiscriminating abuse is a poor investment at any time. Besides a beautiful voice, Madame Hackley has a charming personality. "Is there a race problem in the United States, if not, what is it from a Biblical viewpoint?" will be the subject of Rev. S. G. Lamkins, at the 10th Street Baptist Church, corner 10th and R streets, northwest, at 11 a. m. to-morrow. Mrs. Jennie M. Crummell, widow of Rev. Dr. Alexander Crummell, who died recently in Washington, has bequeathed the major part of her estate to a noble charity—the establishment of a home for aged colored women. This institution will be under the direction of the General Convention of the Protestant Episcopal Church. "The Stag," a social organization of Jacksonville, Fla., gave a complimentary entertainment in honor of Mrs. Lewis C. Payne, of Baltimore, Md., Thursday, Feb. 19th, at Odd Fellows' Temple in that city. The officers are: President, J. Douglas Wetmore; Secretary, Mr. James S. Alexander, Treasurer, Mr. E. W. Robinson. PRISTOL REGALIA CO PRISTOL REGALIA CO Odd Fellows, Masons. Samaritans, Knights of Pythias, Household of Ruth, Eastern Star, King's Daughters, Knights of Africa, and all Benevolent Societies. We are prepared to furnish Ballot Boxes, Gavels, Seals, Silver and Gold Pins, Gold Buttons, Masks, Skulls and Swords. We make on short notice, all kinds of Badges, Jewels—both Gold and Silver—Robes, Scarfs, Collars and Aprons—Embroidered, Bullioned or otherwise. In fact we can furnish all kinds of Regalia 30 per cheaper than any her house in the country, and on the best terms. GIVE US A TRIAL Bristol Regalia Co Gas Heaters Save Much. Rely on a Gas Heater to keep the house warm and you can depend on getting the greater satisfaction. It heats wherever heat is needed—consumes the cheapest fuel, and there is no dust dirt, nor ashes. We have all the best makes of Gas Heaters. See them GAS APPLIANCE EXCHANGE EDUCATIONAL AVERY COLLEGE TRADES SCHOOL A Practical, Literary and Industrial Trade School for Colored Boys and Girls, Carpentry, Bricklaying, Plastering, Painting and Interior Decorations. Tailering, Dress-making, Millinery, Voice Culture and Piano Forte. Literary Department from Primary to Normal Course. Job Work Solicited and Profits given to the Students. Catalogues now ready. Unusual advantages for Girls and a separate building. Fall terms begins Sept. 9th, 1901. Address JOSEPH D. MAHONEY, Allegheny, Pa. Principal. THE NATIONAL COLORED Teachers Bureau 459 C St., N. W. Washington, D. O. TEACHERS WANTED. they ten A HANDOLINE Cures chapped hands and all roughness of the skin. For sale by all druggist. PRICE — 25 CENTS. PRISTOL REG Odd Fellows, Masons. Samaritans, Knight of Ruth, Eastern Star, King's Daughter and all Benevolent So We are prepared to furnish Ballot Box Gold Pins, Gold Buttons, Masks, Skulls and We make on short notice, all kinds of and Silver—Robes, Scarfs, Collars and Apron or otherwise. In fact we can furnish all kinds of Re her house in the country, and on the best t ADDRESS, Bristol P 25 CENTS. PRICE ADDRESS, Box 401, Bristol Tennessee. Gas Heaters Sa Rely on a Gas Heater to keep the house on getting the greater satisfaction. It heats w consumes the cheapest fuel, and there is no have all the best makes of Gas Heaters. Se GAS APPLIANCE EX 1424 New York Ave 15 THE HOTEL HOWARD UNIVERSITY Washington, D. C. TEN distinct departments, under one hundred competent professors and instructors—Theological, Medical, Legal, College, Pedagogical, Preparatory, English, Agriculture, Industrial, and Musical. For information address Rev. J. E. RANKIN, D. D., LL. D., President. GEO H. SAFFORD Secretary. 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 Park Library, Reading Room, School Room and every Public Hall used by intelligent colored people. The Biggest Race Enterprize. SAFEST INVESTMENT LARGEST PROFITS ASSURED The Wilgera Oil and Gas Company OWNED, CONTROLLED AND OFFICERED EXCLUSIVELY BY COLORED MEN, And Controlling 400 Acres in Ohio's Richest Oil, Coal and Gas Field. Stockholders are doubling their holdings in anticipation of the rise in price of stock. The only oil and gas stock put on the market at its par value—the best possible evidence of its worth as a good investmen . Not a dollars worth if this stock can be had for lesss than par value. Nine out of ten men can recall the opportunity that would have brought them riches. Some hesitated because of timidity and others failed hear Fortune's knock at the door. But the vast majorify lost their chance because they could not spare the money to take advantage of Thusthe lack of $500 or $1000 in ready money cost multitudes of men their one chance of success—matched from their grasp the luxury of financial independence and doomed them to the perpetual grind of poverty. This is more true of man than any other race or class. This was in our minds when The Wilgera Oil and Gas Co. offered to place the sale of its stock at two ($2) dollars per share. We recognize that this stock would make the fortunes of hundreds. And we resolved to make the price of this stock so that a lack of money should not ause deserving colored men to lose their one chance to gain a competence—that we would place it at a price that men and women of moderate mea m might become stockholders and stand shoulder to shoulder with those more fortunate financially. The stock is non non-assessable, thus making possible for the wealthier to force the man of small means out of a good thing. Subscribe at once The only way to earn riches is in good investments, such as THE WILGERA OIL and GAS COMPANY. FOR FURTHER PARTICULARS, WRITE US. Funeral of Mrs. Jennie Morris Crummel Mrs Jennie Morris Crummell, widow of the late Dr. Alexander Crummell, died February 7th, 1903 at her late residence, 1215 17th Street, N. W On Monday at 4 o'clock the funeral services were held at the house in the presence of her nephew and immediate friends. At her request there was no sermon but the reading of the simple Episcopal burial service by Rev O. M. Waller of the St. Luke's Church, assisted by Rev. Oscar Mitchell and Dr F. J Grimke. Among the beautiful floral tributes was a large wreath of oak leave, violets and roses from St. Luke's Church. On Tuesday at 2:45 P. M. interment was made in Cypress Hills Cemetery, Crooklyn, N. Y., where repose the remains of the late Dr. Crummell. The services at the grave were conducted by Rev. George Frazier Milller. Rector of St. Augustine's P. E. Church. Brooklyn. The funerol party from Washington consisted of Mr. Edward Hackett of Roch THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. Capital Stock, $50,000. Cut This Out and Mail With Your Remittance. The Wilgera Oil and Gas Co., Columbus Ohio. Gentlemen:—I enclose with this application blank. $ .... (which is at the rate of Two ($2.00) Dollars per share) in full payment for .... ares of full paid and non assessable stock of THE WILGERA OIL AND GAS COMPANY. Witness my signature ...day of ...1903 Name .... Street or P. O. B. .... Town or City .... State ... ester, N. Y., the nephew; Mr. Walter B Hayson, Miss Annie Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. Wallace McCary and Dr. O. M. Waller, who represented St Luke's Church. Paul Lawrence Dunbar has lately been visiting in Kansas City, Missouri. J. Milton Turner looms up a most formidable candidate for Chief Commissioner of the race's exhibit at St. Louis. The Cincinnati Enquirer has recently published a highly complimentary article on Howard University, and its esteemed President, Dr. Rankin. Judge Emory Speer, of Georgia, is one southern white man who recognizes the wrongs of the Negro and his position gives him opportunity for practical sympathy. One more step forward is reported in the matter of the proposed inquiry Agents who have not made their reports and settlements in this office for some time are hereby warned that unless a settlement comes this week no more papers will be set them. This will also apply to a number of delinquent subscribers who are considerably in ar- Baltimore, Md.—The current issue of THE COLORED AMERICAN is a great one, which certainly adds to your fame as a leader in Afro-American journalism. In this and the annual of the Florida Sentinel, we truly see the race's brains in journalism. F. F. J. A man whose "social standing" can be lowered by the employment at which he makes a livelihood, never had much solid ground to stand upon in the first place. The District Negro stands high in the estimation of our judiciary as a conscientious and intelligent juryman. One more argument for better treatment. Noise is no satisfactory substitute for argument when facing an intelligent audience. COLUMBUS, OHIO EXAMPLE SHOULD BE FOLLOWED. I purchased a copy of COLORED AMERICAN this week with B. T. Washington's picture as supplement. I consider this step an advancement in Negro journalism and one which our better Negro papers would do well to follow. I consider your paper confined to no class or sect but a paer of the people. I congratulate Your paper is the sweetest scented rose that has bloomed in the garden of journalism during the past and present century. Hope you will keep it up success than now imaginable. Very truly yours, W. T. A. ANOTHER PROGRESSIVE MOVE. The supplement to THE COLORED AMERICAN in the way of a beautiful engraving of the distinguished Booker T. Washington is another progressive move in Negro journalism.—Arkansas Appreciator. Booker T. Washington is the friend of every aspiring young man in the country. Those, in the right may be staggered at times, but they cannot be "downed." THE VOLOREY AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. G te ate “Se >) > See 7° e& ¢ sia a Tae wo SIO “ae om oCKY Cate ; cas OD ere foo BOS TELM ae PES Ge fr weak RM OILS Pot Resi) BON i ae LC AHL EE i or a I< ae SOC WW Age\\ BAO et ae eee a: Aas NF AW SC 300 Bb MOD PR: (i eat ee (Be gon. aay = ’ ; RP : ep i fe ys BRINGING A PRISONER TO THE NATION’S CAPIT AL. 4 y ” 2 BOY WITIIOUT SHOES Brought From North Carolina As A Prisoner. His Forlorn Appearance Occasions Surprise and Attracts Sympathy— Supplied With Footwear. . Capt. Boardman was greatly aston- ished this morning, when a small col- ered boy, thinly clad and barefooted, was driven into his office by a deputy United States marshal and an as- sistant. Straps had been so arranged about the boy’s shoulders and back as to give him the appearance of being harnessed. Tw long pieces of leath- er were usec «as reins, and these were in the hands of one of the two men. “What is all this?” was the ques- tion asked by Capt. Boardman, when - the trio entered his office. “Why has this boy no shoes on?” “He's a prisoner from North Caro- lina,” said one of the men, “and we are on cur way to the reformatory with him. Will you care for him un- til this afterncon when we get ready to take him to the train?” “Certainly we will,” was the cap- tain’s response, “but what about get- ing shoes for the boy?” “I'm not authorized by the marshal to buy him shoes,” said the deputy. Capt. Boardman heard the boy's story of suffering from the cold be- cause of the absence of foot covering and sent out and got him shoes. The boy gave his name as Ped Himes and said he did not know how cld he was. “I am one year older than twelve,” “was what he said, when questioned in court concerning his age. He had been arrested at Gibson station, Scot- land county, N. C., for stealing a letter containing $10. His sentence was four years in the Cheltenham re- formatory , at Cheltenhgm/ Prince George’s county, Md. Deputy Mar- shal Dockery, who had charge of him, said he left North Carolina in such a hurry that he did not have time to think of shoes, and there was nothing said to him by the marshal about buy- ing them. The sight of the boy being taken through the streets barefooted and shivering from the effects of the weather because of the lack of cloth- ing, attracted attention, and some of those who witnessed the sight sug- gested that the Eumane Society might do well to take a hand in the matter. No such action was taken, however, and the boy will be conveyed to the reformatory this afternoon. The boy said he was induced by another boy to steal the letter—Evening Star. “THE UNITED NEGRO—HIS PRO- BLEMS AND HIS PROGRESS. In August, 1902, the Negro Young People’s Christian and Educational Congress, met in the city of Atlanta, Georgia, to confer as to the best means by which to stimulate the interests of the rising generation, in the educa- tion and christian needs of the race, and to report what was already being done to that end. The Congress was a success. It elicited most favorable comment from the local authorities, and the local press, and the best wish- es of our president and the leading educators of the country. The facts disclosed at this immense gathering as to the energies at work, and the results attained, not less than the en- thusiasm aroused among the workers have produced a profound impression throughout the country; ang is the best answer to the inquiry often heard as to what the race is dcing for itself. _ The Board of. Directors have net been content, however, with the re- ports, as made day by day, of the pro- ceedings of the Congress. Through the able assistance of Prof. I Garland Penn and J. W. E. Bowen, who were secretaries of the Congress, there has just been placed before the public a most attractive volume entitled, “The United Negro—His Problem and His Progress.” This publication is a most careful and accurate report of the in- ception, progress and details of the Congress, and is sent forth by its pro- jectors in the hope that it will streng- ‘then the hands of those who are en- gaged in the sublime effort.to uplift our race upon all high lines. . The book is typographically very ‘very neat, and its illustrations of a high degree of merit. Tt should find its place in the home of every Negro in the country as one more milestone on our rugged journey “through night to light.” It is published by D. E. Luther Publishing Co., of Atlanta, Nieneertas DR. A. M. CURTIS AND WIFE AT HOME. Dr. and Mrs. A. M. Curtis who were suddenly called to San Francisco, Cal., some three months ago, have returned to the city much improved in health. Their mission to the Golden Gate was a sad one, taking them as it did to the sick and death bed of Mrs. Mary E. Hargro, an aunt of Mrs. Curtis. Mrs: Hargro was one of the best known wo- men on the Pacific Coast, was noted for her christian piety and strong char- acter, and leaves many friends to mourn her demise. Mrs. Curtis, on account of the death of her aunt be- comes heir to a snug little fortune. On their homeward bound trip they visited many of the principal cities of the great West, including Los Angeles. Oakland, San Francisco, Salt Lake City, Denver, Omaha, Kansas City and Chicago. Dr. Curtis .ex- presses himself as being greatly bene- fitted by the trip and of having met ‘many successful Washingtonians. . Mr. B. F. Dudley, of Harmony Vil- lage. Va., is spending the winter in this city. He is a student of Howard University, and spent his Christmas vacation at heme. On his return to this city to take up his studies. was taken iil, but has recovered and is books again. _s.@ MONEY IN OIL, Cortinued from first pige. Mr. Myers, and who has placed great confidence in his judgment. As a leader Mr. Myers is a great force in Ohio politics. Mr. J. McHenry Jones, recently elected Grand Master, of the G. U. O. of O. F., is president of the West Virginia Institute near Charles- ton, W. Va. He is one of the best known colored men in the United States, and takes high rank as an edu- cator and leader. Mr. Ralph W. Tyler, is one of the best known colored men in Ohio. He holds a unique position, being the assistant business manager of Mr. Bricell, the owner of the Columbus Dispatch, one of the most influential, widely circulated, and richest evening ; SOREN er: FEET 7 oe — : 7 ce ee —— te * 3 se _ . y oe ss a Pe aM cn aap ee RALPH W. TYLER, Secretary papers in the State of Ohio. Mr. Tyler is an able writer and successful business man: his holdings will go up into the thousands in the two figures. All wealth comes from the land. Of its productions oil is the least fluctu- ating in price, and has produced the most gigantic fortunes. Mr. John D. Rockefeller is an example of this, with his hundred millions made in oil. The Negre has heretofore had few chances to get on the ground floor of any promising business proposition, and now there is presented to him the finest opportunity in the history of his race, te make his dollars earn other dollars, to make his capital work for him like ‘his more progres- sive white brother has always done in the financial history of the world. lt is understood that the price of shares will be materially increased at an early date. The Colored Ameri- can congratulates this organization upon its auspicious debut in the finan- cial world and its abundant success and believes the prophesy of its friends that within a year its capital stock will exceed one million dollars, is entirely toc modest. HOTELS AND RESTAUBANTS. THE M’KINLEY HOUSE, 489 Missouri Ave. Near 6 St, | First-class acoommodations for all. | An up-to-date Hotel for colored | people. Rooms neatéy 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. é | es aiquors and Cigars.—A full line of the choicest ae the best brandy of cigars and the cooler beer in Washington. | BROWN & SMITH, | Proprietors. LY DE HOTEL CLYDE, 475 MISSOURI AVE, N.W. First-Class Accomodations For Ladies and Gentlemen. Hot and Cold Baths. MRs. ALICE E. HALL, Proprietress, » | THE SOUTHERN HOTEL, |: »} oooooooSc°o ecooocoo eso > Good board steam heat and|: | electric bells. Home comforts, ‘ »| moderate prices. 811 Pa. Av., |: | n. We Washington, D.C. |: >| ine wines, liguors, cigars aud | 4 Tobacco. : »} coococoooorcS ecoocooec$s!: >| SarTERWHITE &CO., PRors.' _ ( 2 LL t—‘i‘CS—S The Woodson House | First-Class, newly Furnished and deco | rated. unsurpassed cuisine, convener! to ail cars, Only half square from) ea ee TGDOE ccacscass~sove sree 467 MISSOURI AVE. HENRY WooDSOK, PROPRIETOR. eS eg TO CURE A COLD.IN,ONE DAY sets gee Oates see eee The Hotel Branswick, 235 Penn, Ave., and 220 B st a. W. On European Plan. First Olass ia Every Particulsr. MRS, D. A. C JONES, PROPRIETOR. WASHINGTON, D 0. x5 eee ae The Albany Hotel, 4as been enlarged and newly refitted with mod- ern improvements for the accomodation of Goests. so as to furnish firsiclass services with Bae, Dining Room, Private Par- lors and first cass Sleeping Apartments. Arthur Webster, steward; William Leonard and William Hall,mixologist Hevry Johnson, manager and Auto Scott, clerk. CALEB A, SIMMS, Prop: 331W.37thSt.New York ine AEM ORCAS sein $4.00 to $800 a day guaranteed to every person sendine name and address to the S temedy Co. THE PASSING SHOW. A Peep into Gse Mysteries of Ghe Blue Room ‘and G4e Poorly Paid Teach rs Doings in Ghe Social World—Notes - ee When the Recorder of Deeds, the Hon. J. G. Daney. with wife and daughter, attendea a recent White House function and mingled with the ness of handsomely appointed hu- manity, wending its way toward the Blue Room to be received, they must have felt keenly the sensation their presence created, yet not the slightest ‘motion was manifested. Mrs. Dancy wore a blue silk, and her daughter a pink silk; both cos- tumes were made with high necks and low sleeves, and their hair was aressed with flowers, becomingly mod- est. Mrs. Dancy has a pleasant de- meanor, slightly girlish, with a clear brown skin, rather fine features, bear-. ing the very technique of culture and wit She is the Recorder’s second wife and seems Scareely much older than her step daughter, who is nine- teen, “Oh I would rather you sec my husband,” she said When approached concerning their presence at the White House. “But can't you tell me if you were there, and how you happened to go?” “Oh yes,” she replied, when told no embarrassing questions would be ask- ed. “We received invitations and went just as everybody did, and we were very sorry that our presence caused any unfavorable comment. We never thought of there being anything un- usual in our attendance, as we under. Stcod that colored officials have fre- quently been to receptions at the White House. Mr. Bruce went when he was Register of the Treasury.” “Is your husband personally ac quainted with the President?” “Oh yes. He needed no introduc- tien. He has known him for twenty years. They first met at a political convention in Chicago, when they oc- cupied seats side by side.” “Did you enjoy the reception?” “Yes, we thought it very nice, but we were only there for a few minutes. We shock hands with the President, bowed to Mrs. Roosevelt and the la- dies of the Cabinet and passed out. if the President invites us, I presume we shall go again.” The family has resided in Washing- ton a little over a year, coming from Wilmington, N. C., where Mr. Dancy was for a number of years Collector at the Port. When asked if she liked Washing- ton, she said: “I like living here very much, and have not been homesick for North Carolina. I am only a Southerner by adoption, having been born in Alle- pheny, Pa., where most of my life was spent.” The daughter of the house is a stu- dent at Howard University. Quite a pleasing incident tock place when the Dancys were being received by the President and Mrs. Roosevelt. A white satin and point lace dowager; hopelessly abdicted to diplomats, mis- took Mrs. and Miss Dancy for a new addition to the corps. “South Americans,” she ejaculated, in tone that implied future dinner guests.” I must really know them at ence. Tropical women are so dear.” “South Americans nothing,” said a man who knew. , # “They are fifteenth amendments, and the blow almost killed the dow- ager. Urgent necessity pushes further to the front each day the fact that the salaries paid the public school teach- ers, of Washington, are far below the Urgent necessity pushes further to the front each day the fact that the salaries paid the publie school teach- ers, of Washington, are far below the maximum scale followed by other cos- mopolitan cities. Vital, as it might seem, and despite recommendations made from time to time by the Board of Education, there is not the least tendency to take the matter up, and force it to an issue. The educational interests of the District are suffer- ng greatly from such state of affairs, and will hardly improve as long as these conditions are permitted to con- tinue. Good teachers stimulated by flattering offers from the North, re- sign from the corps to accept better salaried positions elsewhere. No THE CXORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, vo. C. See Fe: class of government employees is ee A HOOSIER ARTIST ooorty paid than they, and hopeless _ ¥ Ghejagitation has been thus far the only A Promising Colored Cartoo: Poorly |eward to that end. Who is Making his way to’ 7 England maintains a large standing Front $ imlarmy of shabbily paid soldiers, while oa America employs a large army Negroes have made great names of meagerly paid school teach- | themselves as poets, musicians, p ds, the] ers, The one stand in 2 osophers and soldiers. We have t e and |seemingly striking contrast tOjdemonstrated our versatility of White |the other. No plea is more consider-|country and the age. We are ith the}ate; no demand more just. These} wanting in artists and are ju ed hu-|crusaders give a life time, then die.|proud of the eminent place occuy ird the|No monuments are erected; no eulo-}py Henry 0. Tanner, an Ameri y must|sies written. Their labors are ut-|Negro, in the exclusive salons of n their|heard of. Pay them living wages,]old world. His career has been lightest }2nd place them on the level with the|inspiration to many other aspir rest of the worid. Pathos and tragedy] youths of the race. ik, and|lere go hand in hand. The situation One of our most promising yo th cos-|furnishes vivid. pen pictures of these}men is Mr. Garfield F. Haywood, necks | Self-sacrificing lives, struggling for Indianapolis, Indiana, who has ir was|the future of the Republic and herjready made an enviable record in ‘vy moa-| posterity. artistic world. With hut little Mr. James Hughes, the veteran at- tache of the Police Court, who has been sick for a month or so, is out again, and able to attend to his official duties. The residence of Mrs. Carroll Mor- gan, 918 Eleventh street, northwest, was the scene of a pleasant associa- tion Friday evening of last week, when a club of young ladies from the northwest gave a complimentary jance te a few of their most intimate friends. The first part of the evening was devoted to vocal and instrumen- al selections. Misses Lena Jackson and Alice Edmonston rendered very pleasing service in the musical line. About 10:30 refreshments were pass- ed around, and it is useless to say that this part of the program was highly enjoyable. After this the dance went on and continued to somewhat a late hour. Some of those present were: Miss- es Augusta Middleton, Louise Bradley, Katie Stewart, Florence Bailey, Lena jackson, Alice Edmonston, Lucy Cuba, Lena Brooks, Grace Solomon, of Phil- idelphia, Pa., and Mrs. Sneed, Middle- ton; Messrs. Paul Mowbray, Hugh Early, Fenwick, Bush, John Craig, Carroll, Morgan, Wade, Fitzhugh, Richard and Parker Gilliam. Mrs. C. W. Williams, the wife of Mr. Charles W. Williams, of the Gov- ernment Printing Office, arrived from the West last Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Williams left the city four months ago, for Hannibal, Mo., to visit her mother, who was then critically ill. Miss Minnie A. Lucas, a teacher of the Banneker School, is confined to her home, 12 O street, northeast, with a severe case of chronic sore threat. Friday, February 13th, was a banner day at the Randall School, and the pupils and teachers of that school were given a literary feast that they will not soon forget. Mr. J. F. Bundy, a popular member of the School Board, was the principal speaker, and for nearly half an hour he most charmingly and entertainingly simpli- fied the life of the great Douglass, in whose honor the exercises were held. The attention of the pupils and teachers alike wore a breathless atti- tude, making the order superb throughout. The speaker finished amid unbroken applause, and became the recipient of a handsome bouquet of flowers, including narcissis and American beauties, from the teachers of the Randall Schocl. The rest of the program consisted of literary and musical numbers, contributed by pu- pils of the school. There were many visitors present. MASQUERADERS ATTENTION. It may not be generally known, but it is a fact, that one of the best stock- ed houses in the city, with a very large assortment of society parapher- nalia, lodge supplies, badges, class pins, college flags, committee badges, flags and banners, can be had of Mr. C. E. Gunlach, at 813 7th street, north- west. He is making a speciality of these goods, and has everything in stock that can be found in the mar- kets of the East. tHe extends an in- viiation to the readers of The Colored American to visit his store and to examine his goods. All visitors are welcome. sooo A HOOSIER ARTIST A Promising Colored Cartoonist Who is Making his way to Ge Front Negroes have made great names for themselves as poets, musicians, phil- osophers and soldiers. We have thus demonstrated our versatility of our country and the age. We are not wanting in artists and are justly proud of the eminent place occupied by Henry O. Tanner, an American Negro, in the exclusive salons of the old world. His career has been an inspiration to many other aspiring youths of the race. One of our most promising young men is Mr. Garfield F. Haywood, of Indianapolis, Indiana, who has al- ready made an enviable record in the artistic world. With but little, if any instruction, but with a native gift to be recognized. In his earlier years his bent seemed to be draiwng and his marvelous fidelity to nature soon at- tracted wide attention. He was born in Greencastle, Indiana, in 1880, but scon found the necessity for a wider | * 7; | pat | . - 2 aa . | Be Rie BS ta | a lS | ee a me es eee \eeeecd =_ Re eee Bruges: fee he eas eee oe et ay. Spas ae t- Pl 8 ees £6 MR. GARFIELD F. HAYWOOD. field, and coming to Indianapolis found not only remunerative employ- ment in humbler walks of life, but opportunity to develop his remarkable talent. There his wonderful felicity as a cartoonist brought him promin- ently before the people. The Record- er and The Freeman of his adopted city has availed itself of his services on several occasions. Mr. Haywood is still a young man, his talent is unmis- takable and he may be regarded as the coming artist of his race. Every such achievement puts to confusion the arguments of our enemies that the race must be like dumb driven ani- mals. - It is an interesting fact in this connection that the first illustrated race journal published in this country was established by Mr. E. E. Cooper, now of The Colored American, in the city of Indianapolis, Indiana. It was the Indianapolis Freeman, and the greatest living Negro cartoonist, Mr. Moses L. Tucker, of Georgia, won fame for himself on that paper. Mr. Tucker eventually succumbed to ovér- work, and in now confined in the In- sane Asylum at Julietta, Indiana. He was succeeded by Mr. J. H. Lewis, of Pine Bluff, Arkansas, also a superior artist. Mr. Lewis has been dead a number of years. Mr. Haywood drew much of his inspiration and knowl- edge of technique from jthese two masters of the art, under both of whom he served for some time. - ‘The estimate placed upon a cause by Theodore Roosevelt, Grover Cleveland, John D. Rockefeller, Andrew Carnegie and William H Badwin, can be relied upon as safely as that set forth by the Trotters, Ferrises, and Forbeses. niin een | $400 to $800 aday guaranteed to every person sending name and address to the Scott Remedy Co. Louisville, Ky, Write at once, 3 ALOON. sa cane eenENepieLaccnaeeaSee z FrifzReauter’s WasHinaton, D. C. HOTEL AND RESTAURANT 451: 453, 455, 457 Penn. Ave. 202, 208 and 210 4% St. Northwest | MOORE & PRIOLEA a, Sparta - Buflet and Cafe 1230 Pa.Av. Wash,, D.C, : Fine wines, liquors and cigers, | Hot Free Lunch Every Day. ae Ladies Will receive special sitention in Dining Room upstairs. Jas. F. Keenan, BLS S8884748 Rectifier and Wholesale _ | Liquor Dealer, | Elegant Club Whiskey a Specialty Importer of Fine Wines, Brand- ies, Gins, Eic. 462 Pennsylvania Avenue, BW. ..c, H, NAUGHTON... — FINE W INES. Harper & Wilson a specialty: 1926 Fourteenth St., Northwest, ; Gray & Costley JWINES LIQUORS & CIGARS @ Lacie, “Pie best of service rasranvesd Bi313 B street Nv W. B Wasarneton, D. ©. : 4 Chris.Xander's QUALITY HOUSE, 9098 7thst NW, Established 86 yearsago. The largest wholesale stock in town of the most exquisite, faultless wines and distillates (in all 240 Kinds,) at Chris. Xander’s modern prices no others can compete quailty and purity with any of his goods. His liquors are absolutely tree ‘rom fusel poison, (No branch houses,) Phone 1435 S's MIDY Standard remedy for leet, [=e ® W: M. DRURY’S RESTAURANT 1100 20th Bt. corner L. N. W HE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. © THE PEN AND PENCIL BANQUET =~ 4 The Pen and Pencil Club, the most talked about, if not the most promi- nent literary club in the District, and by all odds the mest representative colored club in the United States, was organized about three years ago, by a number of mef residing in Wash- ington, who were, or had at some time been actively engaged in journalism or some literary pursuit. Mr. L. M. Hershaw, the representative of the Atlanta, Ga., Age, was the first presi- Pe s F=f SSSR ae Sse fe SSS a a fi eo SS ge SES f, (ae (Ze. SN iff Es 1S) \\ eS SNS | i ix S ay aAHhi) \ 1 SSS SS \ =e ‘i re a 6 SIE: 4 Bae OE ES Vipgeee ey Vi)! a el Li goo MR. L. M. HEP SH! W. dent of the club, and served two terms. Among the other active members of the club were Messrs. W. L. Houston, Revert Petham, Jr., Henry P. Slaugh- ter, R. W. Thompson, Willis T. Men- ard, the Manly brothers, and Mr. A. S. Gray. Early in its career the club gained a reputation for “doing things” and j we Foy), (/ ~ eS ik il fg nA BRS || eae biteby S| 1) NR MES SS) aie el MAY os SRS SN We C = . - ee 2 Lew NS e Ws J, = = 2g I —— BA a PS SS C= NY ASS JERRY Zh = RYZE Fs = [RF = RYE-Y >= [9 MR ROBERT PELHAM IR. . its every appearance in public has been to giin aditional prestige. In the private meetings “they say” the ¢lub room has been through some stormy scenes, but the sky is always clear, and around the tempting lunch table usually provided by its noted— not nctorious, mind you—governing board, each and every member forgets the “business meeting,” and renews his faith in the efficacy of the pen and pencil. Somethirg over a year ago its then president, Mr. Hershaw, suggested the observance of Lincoln's birthday, Feb. 12th, by a club banquet. The idea of the banquet “took” at once, but at the instance of Messrs. Lacy and Pelham, Mr. Hershaw readily ac- cepted the suggestion that the banquet be given in commemoration of the birthday of Frederick Dougiass. It is a matter of history that the club’s celebration of last year was one of the distinctive features of the year, and the coming of Feb. 14th, 1903, was, looked forward to with in- terest by all who were “in touch” with the members of the club, and could reasonably expect to get on the in- side. The valentine feature of 1902, created and introduced by Mr. Robert Pelham, Jr., assisted by his little son, impersonating “cupid,” made such a hit that two months ago in arranging for this year’s event he was requested to introduce some novel features, and given carte blanch to incur the neces- sary expenses incident thereto. About two weeks ago the formal an- nouncement of the club’s banquet ap- peared in the form of a handsome rail- road folder cccupied by an invitation card in the form of a railroad pass duly signed by the manager and as- sistant manager, and countersigned by the president. The first page of the folder announced “A Train of Thought” to be personally conducted with sketches and observations by the way, while the second page read as follows: “With the assurance that every member in the “operating depart- ment” and all the attending facilities have been carefully selected to insure the conditions most favorable to hap- piness—pleasure and recreation—we take pleasure in anneuncing — that “The Special,” though “Limited,” will run “on time” Along the Line of PEELE: tugs ef Pg Seis eight! ——— tee ~~ SS ig ys SS (ie = ese Nig h \ = ; dH. he? i a . 2% | 1 “#4, SSS rt \ FZ =. Qik SA) AGO SSS SS es SS Nee VSS YS QWEGEA\ | SEN WYSE WN OG SSE | NS a VW! PROF- WM. H H HART, Least Resistance—no danger of delay from snow, no fear of discomfort from cold—and will be the place of ali others for the pleasure seeker as well as the man “out of sorts”—and the busy man seeking rest. The place where one can breathe a moral, intel- lectual and progressive atmosphere— one charged with good cheer and radiating with the sunshine of good fellowship. as By request—as indicated elsewhere —a complimentary “pass” is enclosed, which entitles the person named therein to all the privileges for the “Ope Night Out,” free of charge, ex- cept transportation on the connecting lines. Advance Reservation however, must ELIS ee fee Beg — i Se ws L- a = EZ if! fe P=. 7 Z ty AGS Di Ze Se = ge Za SS page : ; KON. JO"N P GREEN be made—for Seats in the Dining Room and Reclining Chairs in the Smoker—by notifying the Club’s re- presentative, Mr. Robert Pelham, Jr., 2230 Sixth Street, N. W., Washington, Each guest is requested to “make D. C., on or before February 9th, 1903. schedule time” at Gray’s Point, and present his pass for Punch-ing later.” The third page announced “A Train of Thought.” “the Only Way,” to a correct “Point-of View.” and gave the itenary as follows: ***Washinston, D. C_—Thisplace and surroundings are unlimited in their attractions, and opportunity is af- forded to visit many points of in- _ terest. No business engagement need be neglected. ‘Leave DULL CARE carefully bound with Red Tape. Take any old route from this point. Arrive POINT OF COMFORT—30 minutes for luncheon. I HOUR 30 MINUTES also allowed for inspection of- Home Ties at this popular Family Resort. Leave POINT OF COMFORT and all the Comforts of Home, via the *Sun- set Accommedations—Capital Trac- tion of Metropolitan Railways. Arrive GRAY’S POINT, rendezvous of the Pen and Pencil Club. ***RE-UNION—North, East South ‘West. ***DINNER served a la carte in the Banquet Hall. - #**#EX PRESSED THOUGHTS of Frederick Douglass. Arrival of CUPID and _ attendants FREIGHTED with some THOUGHTS of others and some re- ferences to the BURNING QUES- TION. ***MIDNIGHT CHIMES—“Auld Lang Syne.” The fourth page gave some apt quotations and the club officers and members. The sixth page bore a fine portrait of Frederick Douglass, and the place ard date of the commemora- tion. The pass was issued as good for a trip from Dull Care to Happy Thought—for pleasure and recrea- tion. This unique form of announcement and invitation, artistically arranged, and beautifully printed, at once stam- ped the event as new and novel, and everyone who was fortunate enough to receive one of the limited number, at once arranged to “catch on.” At seven o’clock last Saturday even- ing The Colored American represen- tative arrived at Gray’s on scheduled time, presenting his pass had the same punched by a “Manhattan Ticket- Taker” who issued him a slip read- ing “Table A—No. 11.” The banquet hall represented the dining room of a railway station, and was handsomely decorated with high-class railroad posters, calendars, etc., which the club had received from all parts of the country—Chicago, St. Louis, Cincin- nati, New York, and other railroads being represented. Between these attractive posters were hung in panels about 180 headings cut frfor current issues of the Afro-American press. The American flag occupied a con- spicuous place at the head of the room, and on it later appeared served to cover a large canvas upon which was thrown repreductions of the or- iginal cartoons which had_ been drawn by Messrs. Gray and Pelham. At 8 o'clock attention was called tc the following, to which end guests and club members did ample justice: Limited TIME at TABLE of course Continued on “fifth page, Ny aaa Mr. M. J. Frawley, SUCCESSOR TO BERNARD Conroy, 233 Virginia Avenue Southwest, Fine Wines and Whiskeys, p@e Fresh Beer ulways on tap. —_— —_————— MINES AND MINING. a NOTICE. We wish to' cerrespond with some capilutts who weald like te patent about 60 acres ef valuable mining lend for an interest in (the property. We have s|ready: done about; $4,000 worth of werk #ndj improvements, <,This 6 acres is + bout 14 miles from the city ef Oripple Creek, Colorado. For terms pl: ase write us, P.O. Box 36, Cripple Creek, Celorado. M. C..JOHNEON, W. A. SMISH, Phone East 347. Rooms 5,6&7 WM. L. POLLARD, Arrorxey and CounsELLor-at-Law Collections, Real Estate and Insurance. éi Matters given prompt Attemtion in the Dis trictofColumbia Member of the Wash- ington Real Estate Exchense. 609 F Srreer, Norrawesr. Washington, D. OU. ————— Opportuniy fer Young Men. The demands in all. parts of this country, and in several foreign coul- tries, tor well trained men of our race in the direction ot scientifie and prac- tical agriculture ave 80 great that thie institution ts willing to offer excep tional advastages to young men who wich to come here and take either 4 regular or post graduate course in agricniiure. We cannot begin to sup’ ply the demands that come to us for trained men in the direction of agricul’ ‘ture. Tae positions for which these trsined men are wanted are those in most every case which pay bigh eal’ aries. We are especially anxious to get bold of men who have received a8 fsr 48 possible, a good eduration before com* ing here, and are ready to enter upon a thorough couree of agricultural train’ ing. For tartber information sddrees, Booker T. WafHINeTox, Principal, Tuskegee Institute, .Tu:kegee Alsbams, TO CORN SUFFERERS. Corns, bunions, and ealloures perm” anently cured without pain oF sorenes® by using Troy Corn Salve 15 cents by mail. (Circulars free. Troy Chemica Company, Station .G, Washington, D Cc. eee ak Young Colored Women_and Men wanted to handle rapid selling artic cles. Work to be done in this city Salary trom $100 to $200 per day. Cali at—— 459 C St, N. W., Wash., D.C. From 910 12 @ W..H. Brown, Manager. FINANCIAL. The National Safe Deposit Savings and Trust Company Corner 15th St. & New York Ave. Capital; One Million Dollars. Pays interest on deposits. Rents Safesi sides Burglar-proof Vaults. Acts as administrator executor, trustee, ac. --- LOAN COUPON! Cut out this ad, and bring it to our office to se cure a special low rate for a loan on your piano furniture, etc. The security remains in your possession. No publicity and no delay, No Charge for Preparing Papers, etc. Our rates are the lowest in the city, and we offer this special reduce rate to test the value of advertising in this paPper, National Loan and Investment Co. NEW BUILDING Northeast Cor. 15 and G Sts. n. w. Entrance C R G nt. 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., 1610—F Street—610 Loans of $10 and upwards made on EURNITURE PIANOS. HORSES Wagons, etc., at lowest rates and n the day you apply. We are loaning on th. Building and Loan Association plan, which lags the cost of carrying loans much less that you pay elsewhere, and allows you to pay it off in any short 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. --- 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 disappointed. Loans made on Furniture, Pianos, Organs, Etc., without removal. Loans to salaried employees Without endorsement. Capital Loan Guaran- tee Company. WE Have a Bar'l of money to lend on furniture planos &c. No delay. Goods are not disturbed. You return the money in small payments If you have a loan and need more money we can fix you up Business confidential. P I 3042. SURETY LOAN COMPANY. Suite 1 Warder Building, cor. 9th and F, 523 9th. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. TILMANISM STATE HOUSE Thrice is the armed who hath his quarrel just. But in South Carolina he needs to carry a gun—New York Tribune, January 19th, 1903. Richard Allen, the founder and the and still be loyal to his race. A Negro can be praised by white men Tillman had two, and got his man. RACE GLEANINGS. Memphis, Tenn., is to have Jim Crow street cars. The "lily whites" of Alabama, decline to be placated. They will be glad to be placed, though, thank you. The Negroes in Missouri are fighting and praying manfully against the proposed Jim Crow car law in that State. Rev. A. E. P. Albert, a scholarly race divine of the South, has abandoned active ministerial work on account of the condition of his eyes. A Negro described as Rev. Wm. H. Mitchell, of South Carolina, has been slandering his race in the pulpit of Dr. Parkhurst's Church in New York. Twenty-eight white men have been indicted in Mississippi for lynching two Negroes, and eleven of the fiends are actually in jail; stranger still, public sentiment demands their punishment. There must be some way devised to reach the lying Associated Press agents throughout the country, who are constantly telegraphing false news touching the Negro. The Bishops of the A. M. E. Church lately in session at Wilberforce, Ohio, sent a dignified manly and graceful letter to the President, thanking him for his attitude towards the race. James H. Hayes has broke loose again, this time in Virginia? No, in Boston. The conservative thought of the people is that Hayes should permit himself to be forgotten for a brief season. Archbishop Ireland, the well known Catholic prelate spoke out in ringing sentences for the just rights of the Negro race at the Lincoln Memorial Banquet, in Chicago, on the night of the 12th inst. Down n Arkansas the legislature is trying to pass a bill fining severely any jailer or guard who hand-cuffs black and white prisoners together. A lynching bee might be interfered with, you know. Senators Perkins, of Colorado, and Jones, of Nevada, voted in committee against the nomination of Dr. Crum. Jones drops out of public life next month, but Perkins is already booked for another Senatorial term. Miss Nettie Gasaway, an educated colored lady, twenty years old, has been appointed by Mayor Borden, of St. Joseph, Missouri, as night watchman at the City Hall. She has already proved an efficient officer. All is not serene in the party's ranks in Maryland. The Negroes in Mr. Sitney Mudd's district are not satisfied with his treatment of them, or with his attitude towards the Administration and Senator McComas. first Bishop of the A. M. E. Church, was born February 14, 1760, ordained April 11, 1816 and died March 26, 1831. His birthday has just been celebrated with elaborate ceremony in Philadelphia. A Negro, Jake Haines, was brutally flogged to death in Colleton county, S. C., a few days ago, on the mere suspicion of stealing. No attempt was made to fasten the crime on him. Fine community of Christians, indeed. Even the local magistrate is in jail for killing one of his white neighbors. The new Senator, Reed Smoot, of Utah, seems to be a brave man. He was not afraid to have black men at his recent banquet at Salt Lake City. The fact is a bright harbinger of active interest in the Negro when he takes his seat. The first colored Masonic Lodge, in South America, known as Ethiopia, No. 1, has just installed its officers, at Cape Town. Among them is Rev. M. M. Mokone, who was initiated into the mysteries of masonry in Social Lodge of this city. Dr. J. L. McCurry, scholar, poet, diplomat, and of late years a great educational factor in the South, died on the 12th inst., at Asheville, N. C. The race will hold him in grateful memory, especially in connection with the Peabody Educational Fund. The Board of Trustees, of Avery College Trade School, of Allegheny, Pa., has granted Miss Fredericka D. Sprague, the matron, a two weeks' leave of absence. This great school is prospering under the management of Mr. Joseph D. Mahoney, the secretary and treasurer. The race has just lost by death, another valued and unselfish friend, Mrs. R. C. Mather, who for thirty-five years was principal of a Baptist Missionary School for Negroes, at Beaufort, South Carolina. Though eighty years of age she remained faithfully at her post until her last illness. She came from Providence, Rhode Island. A lie well-stuck to and a false report unchallenged, frequently pass for the truth, and yet its a big job to nail all the small lies. No greater mistake has been made by our people than to attempt to array against each other the two essential educational systems—trained heads and trained hands. The best friend of a man is he who is not afraid to stand up and be counted when an attack is made. Who of us would be too proud to proud to visit the White House, if invited there to counsel with the President? It is in emergencies that we find out where our friends are. A Negro can be praised by white men and still be loyal to his race. "IZWI LABATU" P, O.Box 1, Teleg, Add. "Izwi. A weekly native organ published in English, Xosa-Kamir, and Sesuto. The best advertising medium for reaching native customers and consumers in all large centers of labor. Authorized Medium for the publication Government Proclamations and Notices addressed to natives throughout the colony and the territories. 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WANTED? mISSIONARIES, A Voice Erem G/4e new Posses sions Cries out Against our Oppression—Let Ge So called Heathens From Other Lands Teach us G4e True Religion My dear Mr. Cocper: * O88 8 ee, eee garding the never ceasing oppressions ot our race; of their disfranchise- ment; their shut outs; their ever im- peded struggles for bread and educa- ton; my heart bleeds, and <r only seek consolation in a breast that truly is im sympathy with the race, one that is doing unceasing work and aftectiv. toil in their behaif. Yet, mcre must be done and quickly done. I have read the Bible for consola- tion, but when I find so much white coated passages (basest untruths), I am forced to believe that the Bible, as translated at least, was not written for Negro service, excepting (“ser- vants of servants shalt thou be etc.,”) though truly the book must be of African origin. We are wasteing much time and money in our churches trying to follow a white christianity; Let us Stop! Let us be christians in truth! Let us take the golden words, “Do to others as you would that they should do to you,” for our standard, and live under and by these words. These are enough. For surely they are from God. Let us lay aside all this other bosh and hypocracy and pass onward, upward. I sit here, far from friends, the only American in miles of half-civi- lized country, thinking of some means to touch those once christian spirits who once stood out for liberty and justice. Though I 2m among halt- civilized people, where a few mis- guided words is cause for death, where cholera, dysentary, bubonic plague, black and white smallpox, berri-berri and all the dreaded dis- eases known to mankind, including leprosy, are raging, nothing stirrs my frame or causes fear, except that de- mon prejudice which is eating up American manhood and will, unless checked and quarantined, destroy the most powerful nation of the earth. Can we awaken America’s sense of duty to the Negro? I have thought many thoughts; some cruel as_ to cause tears, but one which seems the easiest and quickest to bear fruit is a scheme like this. I further show my eagerness for its probation by subscribing $100.00 (one hundred dollars (gold), to a fund to give it a trial. The plan is this: “Place in your paper and _ other popular Negro journals in the United States, in large type, the larger the better; an “ad.” something like this: “Wanted Missionaries! ! !” Missionaries, Mohammedans or Con- fusicians, for service among the chris- tians in the United States. Must un- derstand English.” Address....Colored American.” Also send for publication a similar “ad.” to the leading papers of Turkey, Abyssinia, China and Japan. Let it be understood that these mis- sionaries are for whites. Let us employ enougth missionaries for at least two in each state where lily-whitism” is growing dangerous- ly. The expenses of these missionaries to be met by public subscription from members of our race, and foreigners who wish to aid us. These missionaries will be foreign subjects, and their presence, in such employment. will cause shame and serious thinking in every community visited and every paper will take it up. If the missionaries are molested the United States will have to give her attention to the matter and ex-| plain the why to the nation to which they belong. Thus we can force ourselyes to be considered in a very short time. We will draw sympathy from those at home, who are now dormant, and much sympathy, funds and attention will be given from abroad. Do you see THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. 7 WHAT SHALL WE DO WITH THE NEGRO? Mies br ee ro MANUFACTURER OF er) op me i SY ue . WG Uy HH 8 VV) } i Ve SS {TER 1H // R boi SN HU EN: Gp . 03411, COOKS OUTFITS ‘ pe Wy ey, bi AT 2 NL ae a an Za. | WIN Nd oe i /e/7 OF EVERY DESCBIPTION i \ ' eg Mg x i AY Nae) Ba B " Wy UL Gig — a ' ks \jBarber’s Coats, TINE Barkeepers Toats pees SY “hy Vests and Aprons | 390 §. State St. Chicago, Minois. | S@-SEND FOR CATALOGUE, ci de iat eet SE LE Throw Away Your Gruss and be Happy. i Don’t Wear a Truss any Longer, We Can Pos- 2 ae elyCure You, Without Cutting or Pain. hy Y No Detention From Business or Thy Waste of Valuable Time. ty A ay, — nen fi i Ad i YOUNG MEN, MIDDLE AGED MEN OR OLD MEN e i "4 % | .. if you are suffering trom the vices and errore of yenth, and treublea Sea Y\\Y riacitrunates tance erike sent eect Geavane ats GA cam i \\\y around the ayes, pimples om the face, lass ef alvap. tired Inaline ansane tea . ings, evil forebodings, dull, stupid. aversion te scetety, ae ambitter, i bad taste inthe mouth, drains and aisht lesscs, dapesise jm urine fre iil ) = quent urination, accompanied with slight burping, Kidney troubles, er Tie 4H Z° any disease of the genito urinary organs, weak back, bone patss, ulcers ay g hair loose, sore throat, varicocele, want ofcontidence, impotency, lac “ of energy and strength. YOU NEED HELP. WE CAN CURE YOU, HA et tos cxamiation rests ca, kct yer cannot come to sea ot, write and we chs orompil? reniy, civing vou clear instructions by mall under sealed cover, that will put you on the high road to heath and happiness United States Medical Institute. 1233 PENNA. AVE. N. w. 2 & 8d Floors WASHINGTON. _Cc. speech eS (Washington Post.) set him aione. The Negro is free. He has the op- portunity to acquire independence, to make himself a respected member of society, to hasten or delay his own development—just as the average white man has. He receives an edu- cation, such as it is, almost entirely at the expense of the white tax-payer, and, in the South, at least, he, can always obtain employment. It lies with him to work out his own des- tiny, to make of himself a useful citi- zen, and to rear his family in right- eousness and decency. Why need our statesmen concern themselves over the feverish compteints of a handful of impudent agitators demanding that to which they are not entitled and which white men of similar condi- tion and equipment would net dream of asking for? There are thousands of well-to-do colored men in the South who could inform these anxiois gentlemen that the Negro is not help- ed but injured by this everlasting gutery. There are thousands, worth anywhere from $10,900 to $1,000,000 who get all the “recognition” they want without clamoring for it, and they can testify in their own experi- ence that “recognition” come ea to him who has deserved it. his pestiferous vociferation over the Ne- inflames the vanity of, the ignorant infianmes the vanity of the ignorant and robs him of what little self-re- spect he has. | Here is a letter written to and published by a Philadelphia news- caper within the past few days: “Sir—I am a colored man, a me- chanic by trade. There is nothing in the line of a house that I cannot make. I can build all the stirs, windows, make the sashes, blinds, and doors. I can build a house from the zround up and turn the keys over to the owner completed. I can draw the plans, make the blue \prints, make the specifications, and give estimates. Yet I am debarred from empoyment lon account of my color. The preju- dice in this city is strong against me, much stronger than in the place I came from. No one wants me because I am a colored man. Why is this? I am thirty-seven years old. I drew the plans of the colored church on Tasker St, above Twentieth. My name is on the corner-stone. I built the State Colored Coijiege, of Orange- burg, S. C., and I have built cottages in Orangesburg, and for the mayor of Beaufort, S. C., but still I am debarred from employment in Philadelphia. “SAMUEL H. BLYTHEWCOD.” This man is a victim of the wicked and mischievous agitation to which we refer. Evidently far superior to the average of his race. he was never- theless credulous enough to believe that great things awaited him at the North. He abandoned a home in which he had been contented and prosperous, and transferred himself to Philade!lphia—with the result we nave already seen. Of course he will return to South Carolina, where he has friends among the whites and is assured of remunerative employment at all times. There are other victims, however, who will not so easily es- scape the consequences of their own sredulity, for only a few days ago the New York Tribune called atten- tion to the numbers of Southern Ne- groes who had migrated to the metro- “olis, expecting no doubt to dine with the mayor and be elected to office within a week, but who had landed in thc almshouses and were then begging for transportation back home. 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The Washington Post is at it again. Its leader of the 12th instant advises the white people to let the Negro alone and predicts all kinds of prosperity for the race as a result. Here is its text—a letter reproduced from a Philadelphia paper: "Sir:—I am a colored man, a mechanic by trade. There is nothing in the line of a house in wood that I cannot make. I can build all the stairs, windows, make the sashes, blinds, and doors. I can build a house from the ground up and turn the keys over to the owner completed. I can draw the plans, make the blue prints, make the specifications, and give estimates. Yet I am debarred from employment on account of my color. The prejudice in this city is strong against me, much stronger than in the place I came from. No one wants me because I am a colored man. Why it this? I am thirty-seven years old. I drew the plans of the coloreed church on Tasker St., above Twentieth; my name is on the corner-stone. I built the State Colored College of Orangeburg, S. C., and I have built cottages in Orangeburg, and for the mayor of Beaufort, S. C., but still I am debarred from employment in Philadelphia. SAMUEL H. BLYTHEWOOD." It would seem that the advice of the Washington luminary has been anticipated by the Philadelphia trades unions, but the prosperity is not in evidence. The touching and truthful plaint of Mr. Blythewood should bring the blush of shame to the face of every white man in the country, but the Post qualifies its own advice by insisting that the Negro shall confine his activities to the South, gravely assuring him that if he does come to the North he will be disappointed in his ambition to dine with the mayor of a city. Could puerility of mind and weakness of logic be more conspicuously exemplified? White men welcome to our shores emigration from all countries, our great railroads and shipping interests are largely emigration agents both for our Eastern cities and our great THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. prairies of the West. These new comers are sought in every direction of the land without thought of their powers of assimilation or of the country's ability to absorb them into the body politic, but the Negro must be limited to one section of the country and then left severely alone and neither gratitude, nor memory, nor fairness, nor justice, can see the rank inhumanity of such a course, or the brutality of the suggestion. The editor of the Post, like all other empirics, resolutely declines to take his own medicine. He is of the class which is at once and altogether responsible for the intemperate utterances of a Hayes, and for the deep-seated sense of injustice wide spread among us, and he should set a good example and let the Negro alone or study the situation more profoundly before essaying the role of Adviser-General-in-Chief to the United States, and all mankind in general. The passage of the Jim Crow bill will be a great advertisement for the Louisiana Purchase Exposition. JIM CROW IN MISSOURI. Missouri is a great and imperial state. She has given to the history of the nation many proud names.—Benton, the statesman; Frank Blair, the soldier, and the lesser lights in statesmanship; and in the science of war,—Carl Schurz and Franz Sigel, have been names to conjure with. But the later epochs of her comparative history have few individualities to which she may point with pride. Once she was leader. While the country was in the throes of rebellion her high record and strategic position as a border state gave her eminent vantage ground. But alas! She is no longer in the forefront. She is but a follower. Instead of setting the pace for other commonwealths she is content to imitate their vices while blind to their redeeming traits. She has distinguished herself in this regard. Looking for cheap glory or perhaps for revenue, her legislators have attempted to pass one of the greatly odious Jim Crow laws. We say her "legislators" advisedly. They object to the proposition, and Representative Murphy, of St. Louis, was able to make the railroad committee of the lower house see the propriety of a public discussion of the proposition. When it was announced that the subject would be ventilated and that the Negroes would be given full opportunity to assist at the obsequies of the iniquity, the two proponents took to the tall timber. The fact is the originator of this proposition was very, very dumb, and went to bed one night with a fatuous dream that he would wake up next morning a famous man. He did not take into his inner comprehension, or we suspect he did not know of our giants in Missouri, like Farmer, Roberts or Curtis, Phil. Murray, Rev. Cole, Arthur Langston, Dave Gordon, and Hutchings Inge, who would have ground him to the infinitesimal infusoria. Then some of her distinguished and law-abiding citizens have just had a Negro whipping bee at Fayette—but as Kipling says—that is another story. The colored press of Texas is almost a unit in favor of the teachings of Dr. Booker T. Washington; and are landing heavily on his critics. OLD CERBEFUS We trust the decent white men of the South have taken note of the disgusting utterances of their most radical exponent, the unspeakable Tillman, of South Carolina, made in a speech delivered in New York city, Saturday night. Old Cerberus gravely informed his listeners that further efforts to help the black man would result in making the southern states half mulatto in a very short time. There is your chosen representative, successor to a long line of chevaliers, without fear and without reproach, whom South Carolina has dedicated to the countries service in the years agone. Gaze on him! You will be proud of him to the full measure of the extent to which he truly represents your sentiment. The Negro abhors such suggestions. If white men will not rise up, de- nounce this filthy mind and make him the Ishmaelite he deserves to be, the Negro race, however impotent to apply the sanctions of its condemnation, will place on record its contempt for this wretch who thus wantonly assails the virtue of every Southern white woman, and ascribes to them the vices which have hitherto only distinguished the white men of the South. It is a trite adage that to the pure all things are pure. The converse of this proposition is also startingly true. Too often the Negro is his own worst enemy. SECRETARY CORTELYOU. In promoting the Hon. George B. Cortelyou to be the first secretary of Commerce and Labor, the President is consistent in carrying out his idea of Civil Service reform. Mr. Cortelyou has worked his way up to the top round through the genius he has put into his work; and the President is to be congratulated on this most excellent selection. As a member of the Civil Service board, President Roosevelt by his fairness and impartiality made it possible for hundreds of educated young colored men in the South, to secure positions in the departments at Washington, through Civil Service examinations. This habit of consistency and fair dealing seems to be a part of his nature. His success today as President of the United States, as a leader of his party, and his popularity as a man, is due very largely to his straight-forwardness; and the feeling which he inspires in all men that he will do what is right as his Maker gives him the power to see the right. The selection of Mr. Cortelyou is a wise one and will give general satisfaction. Minister W. F. Powell, of Port-Au Prince, Hayti, through his matchless handling of diplomatic cases, that have been coming before him of late, is winning new laurels. If you are not a subscriber to The Colored American, but desire to obtain a copy of it, go to your nearest news dealer and ask for it; if the dealer does not handle it have him to get it for you and insist on his getting it. You will help The Colored American in this way. The enemies of the movers of the ex-slave pension scheme are having their inning, and are delivering some telling blows against the bill introduced by Senator Hanna. The hayseeds of the Missouri legislature, who want to pass the Jim Crow car bill, evidently forget that The Louisiana Purchase Exposition is to come off next year in St. Louis. The Hon. C. H. Payne, whose portrait and sketch appeared in the last issue of The Colored American, has been appointed U. S. Consul to St. Thomas, West Indies, to succeed the Rev. M. Van Horne. President Roosevelt has decided to stand by Dr. Crum, though his confirmation for Collector of Customs at Charleston, S. C. was defeated. Dr. Crum will be made a recess appointee and will retain his office and draw the salary. Hip, Hip, Hurrah! for President Roosevelt. The old man eloquent, Rt. Rev. H. M. Turner, Senior Bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, writes a letter, which appears in this issue of The Colored American. He is an enthusiastic emigrationist, and believes that Africa is designed to be the future home of the American Negro. The Bishop is as vigorous and as sound mentally and physically as he was twenty-five years ago; and has the happy faculty of going directly to the heart of any subject he takes up. His letter is a strong presentation of his case. Mr. Laban Morgan, editor of The Piedmont Indicator, is in the city, and paid our sanctum a pleasant visit. Prof. J. A. Lankford, supervising architect and builder for the Grand United Order of True Reformers, left the city this week for a visit to Attanta, Georgia. He is related to Bishop Turner by marriage, and will be the guest of the learned prelate during his sojourn in the Gate City. MR. AND MRS. WILSON ENTERTAINED AT WILSON, NORTH CAROLINA. Goldsboro, N. C., Special.—The handsome residence of Mr. Sam Vick was brilliantly lighted on last Friday night. The parlors and dining room were most beautifully decorated with feathery ferns, trailing smilax hanging here and there, palm plants and carnations. Hearts, being the subject of all the artificial decorations, as well as the principal feature in the games, brought vividly to our minds the good St. Valentine of old. The prizes were won by Dr. O. L. W. Smith, ex-minister to Liberia, and Mr. Paul Washington, of Boston, Covers were laid for thirty. The table was tastefully arranged, and with the shaded light effect was a most pleasing sight. The affair was one of the most delightful of the season. Mrs. Vick is a charming hostess, and Mr. Vick is an ideal host. The out-of-town guests were: Mrs. M. E. Dortch, Miss Poca Scott and Miss Julia A. Amee, of Goldsboro, North Carolina; and Mr. Paul Washington, of Boston, Miss Geneva Battle, and Miss Sarah Dortch assisted Mrs. Vick in receiving. Elegant refreshments were served. JULIET A week ago last Thursday evening, Mr. L. McTynne Yarborough, of 1225 New York Avenue, tendered a complimentary dinner to Prof. W. H. Ferris, of Rhode Island. The evenings entertainment consisted of card playing, music, (instrumental and vocal), discussion of live topics, after which the guests repaired to the dining rooms, where a tempting menu was spread. After cigars were passed, Mr. Yarborough acted as toastmaster, and presided over the ceremonies. Short speeches were made by all present, with an eloquent response by Prof. Ferris. Among those present were: Prof. Henry F. Bailey, Theodore Green, Thomas A. Johnson, W. T. Houston, W. T. Menard, R. W. Thompson, A. W. Scott, S. H. Williamson, Albert Bradford, Wm. M. Wilson and W. T. Valentine. Mr. Yarborough came to Washington from Norwick, Conn., endorsed by some of the best citizens of the place, both colored and white. He sings in the choir of St. Luke's Church, and is a member of the Metropole Club. Don't forget to exchange your ticket for the Hackley Recital. Diagram of seats at the office of the Record, after 3 o'clock Friday, the 20th. Come early and pick out a choice seat. Miss E. Meta Pelham, of Detroit, Mich., is the guest of her brother, Mr. Robert Pelham, Jr., 2230 6th street northwest. The Colored American is planning to inaugurate a Young Folks Column, and will be pleased to hear from mothers and children with suggestions. The Washington Assemble gave a banquet at Gray's Cafe, on M. Street, last Wednesday evening. It was a most pleasant affair. Mr. Lewis Meyer is President. One of the most enjoyable social events of the last week was a dance, last Friday night, at 903 9th street, northeast, given by Miss Marion T. Scott, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. E. D. Scott. Mrs. Scott being sick, her friend Mrs. Paul Bray chaperoned the young people. It has been suggested that some of the enterprising "literary" presidents, arrange with the Pen and Pencil Club, or Messrs. Peiham and Gray, for a reproduction of the literary features of their banquet, for the benefit of a large number of ladies who would like to see and hear it. ee Sn *-yeu| CAUGHT BY THE GRIP. ne RELEASED BY PE-RU-NA. Congressman Geo. H. White’s Case. A Noted Sculptress Cured. LINCOLN DAT. The Teachers and People of Prin- cess Anne Celebrats Ge Day B fitting tn th, Social Worid people of our town were most highly entertained on Sunday evening at the Metropolitan M. E. Church, by an ad- dress delivered by Prof. R. A. Mars- aen, of the Acagemy, whe most elo- quently described the life and char- acter of Abraham Lincoln. The sub- ject was: “The Spirit That Should Animate Us.” It is true that every American Ne- sro realizes that our martyred Presi- dent and Emancipator was a great man, and do honor to his name, but we had never so fully appreciated the greatness in the man, until after that most masterly and scholarly tribute paid him by the Professor. It was well said that Mr. Lincoln was confronted with a critical question, at a critical time, in a critical posi- tion and with a ertical people, as men are ordained for particular mis sions, he had his to fill and he did it well, though it cost him his life he could not reject it. Principal Trigg delivered an address to the young people of Salisbury, Md., Sunday evening, at 8 o'clock, the 15th inst, on “Education,” upon which he received the highest applause. The Professor has a great gift as a speak- er, and can control the closest atten. tion of his audience. Those who hear once become more anxious to hear him a second time. Several ministers of Salisbury District, who were attend- ing the preachers’ meeting which convenes at Princess Anne once a month with the M. E. Church, paid a visit to the Academy, and made inter- esting speeches, which were highly ap- preciated by both students and faculty. There have been four companies or- ganized; two boys, and two girls, who go through a regimental drill on the Academy campus. It is a question as to which make the better movements, many are willimg to concede it to the girls. This is a great help to physical development, as well as an attraction to all who admire regimental move- ments. Fi ™ 1% Rev. Dixon, D. D., presiding elder of the A. M. E. Zion Convention, de- livered a lecture the 17th inst., at this place. Subject: “Some of the Things That Hinders the Progress of the Ne- gro Race.” The Dr. is a power as a lecturer, and a scholar with the high- est attainments. Prof. W. L. Gale, principal of public schools of Fair- mount, Md., was the guest of his parents Sunday. The Prof. is a wide | awake and enterprising young man, who is always interested in everything that has a tendency towards the de- velopment of his race. Mr. W. H. Pollard, first assistant in the public schocls, has been suffering from some- thing like the grippe, for the last week, but being endowed with a nerve of iron, he managed to keep his post. There was a concert given Thurs- day night at Jamestown by Prof. D. J. Hall and his assistant, Mr. Fen- wick Curtis. Mr. Edward Dashiells, cf Fairmount delivered the opening address which was forcible and logic- al, speaking upon “Pluck.” Miss Annie R. Wilson, of Fairmount, rend- ered an organ solo, playing the “Cav- alleria Rusticano,” the rendition was such that it would have brought the happy smiles even to the face of Mas- cagni. Miss Sarah Hale, of James- town sang “Your Promises Are Brok- en.” accompanied by Miss Lillian B. Waters. The Misses Annie Bowser, Lottie R. Waters and Mr. Charles Johnson, Jr.. sang “Lead Kindly Light." Miss Hattie Molock played an organ solo, “The Cotton Pickers.” Among those present were: the Mrs. S. G. Waters. Lizzie Bowser, Martha Maddox; Misses Bessie Wa- tere Parthana Wratare Be Waters: ee nee ; (2. ee co NY ‘ ie ff Capa ee AN |g Ga fe Ee oN, Ne NN CN { San De e \ fF Wace se WE : va e f > MBS. THEO A fe “SCH puDT. me fF oe, NS ‘epee | Oe Oe Mm me, Ones | \ F ake -Y ‘3 Jn I 4 eo Ga \ See { ‘ = FE Le {| The world mB iA AN eee ‘ of medicine oS So) . a ee iis q| Pecognizes ey 3 Va | Grip as epi- EF a a 4} a 5 ee fy EA PER i {| tarrh. - - go LARIGN SN. ye {| Medical Talk. a ae + Co eee GRIPPE is epidemic catarrh. It spares no class or nationalty. The cultured and the ignorant, the aristocrat and the pauper, the masses and the classes are alike subject to la grippe, None are exempt—all ore liable. Have you the grip? Or, rather, has the grip got you? Grip is well named. The original French term, la grippe, has been shortened by the busy Ameri- can to read “grip.” Without intending to do so a new werd has been coined that exactly describes the case. As if some hideous giant with awful Grip had OUT ON THE KAW. Missouri Pedagogs Keep Alive Jefferson City, Mc., Special—rhe Olive Branch, a society composed of he young ladies of the Senior and Junior Classes, holds its Ineetings weekly on Saturday evening. The prosram is always instructive and well rendered. The essays prepared, the subjects discussed, and the man_ lo credit to adults. The debate at the last meeting, “Which has contributed the more to Civilization, Virchow or Marconi?” showed careful preparation, 2nd that these young women are making effec- tive use of the reading rocm. The Olive Branch is distinctively a liter- »rv club, and bas membership in the “National Association of Colored Wo- men.” The Institute has recentiy been favored with visits from many of ‘se ~oted men of the race in Missouri. Among these may be mentioned Re- LEE LL ESET AS TERE A TS EEEIIIII IA rrh, It|ciutched us in its fatal clasp. Men, y. The| women, children, whole towns and cities istocrat | are caucht in the baneful grip of a ter- ind the | rible monster. ie aioe Pe-ru-na for Grip. ter, hag|__ fs. Theophile Schmitt, wife of the nee Ex-Secretary of the German Consulate, ae writes the following letter from 3417 ‘Ameri. | W#bash avenue, Chicago, Ill.: tending | .“I suffered this winter with a severe coined | attack of la grippe. After using three . As if! bottles of Peruna I found the grip had Rp had ! disappeared,”—Mrs. T. Schmitt. s gent Harris, Elder Sco:t. and Dr. Unthank, of Kansas City; Lawyer Farmer and Captain Campbell, of St. Louis; Dr. Perry, of Columbia, and others. The presence of these dis- tinguished gentlemen and their manly utterances have been an inspiration to the young people gathered here, and the gentlemen in turn, one and all, have expressed themselves as highly gratified with te condition of things at Lincoin Institute, as they by careful inspecticn, saw them. Visitors from the legislature come out daily, and they also express great satisfaction with the institution, and in their enthusiastic speeches give the young people much sound advice. Lincoln Institute is always glad to welcome visitors and they will always be well received by President ‘Allen and his Faculty. Prof. J. Silone- Yates, of the Department cf English, has been invited by President Bum- stead, of Atlanta University, to de- liver an address before the “Eighth 9 | Mrs. Celeste Covell writes from 219 N. avenue, Aurora, Ill.; “Only those who have suffered with la grippe and been cured can appreciate how grateful I feel that such a splendid ‘medicine as Peruna has been placed at ‘the door of every suffering person.”— Mrs. C. Covell. | Noted Sculptress Cured of Grip. Mrs. M. C. Cooper, of the Royal Acad- emy of Arts, of London, England, now | residing in Washington, D. C., is one of the greatest living sculptors and painters | of the world. She says: | “T take pleasure in recommending Pe- ‘Tuna for catarrh and la grippe. I have suffered for months, and after the use of one bottle of PerunaI am entirely well.” —Mrs. M. C. Cooper. D. L. Wallace, a charter member of the International Barber’s Union, writes from 15 Western avenue, Minneapolis, Minn.: “ Following a severe attack of lagrippe Iseemed to be affected badly all over. “One of my customers who was greatly helped by Peruna advised me to try it, and I procured a bottle the same day. ‘Now my head is clear, my nerves are steady, I enjoy food and rest well. Pe- ‘runa has been worth a dollar a dose to me.”—D. L. Wallace. Lieutenant Clarice Hunt, of the Salt Lake City Barracks of the Salvation Army, writes from Ogden, Utah: “Two months agolI wassufferin swith so severe a cold that Icould hardly sak. “Our captain advised me to ; Pe- runa and procured a bottle for 1 and truly it worked wonders. Wit two ‘weeks I was entirely well.’-. rice Hunt. Congressman White's Lette Tarboro,i ~. Gentlemen:—I am more than ‘ise fied with Peruna and find itto. an excellent remedy for the grip an :a- tarrh. I have used it in my fz ly and they all join me in recommen ‘g it as an excellent remedy.’’—George H. White, Member of Congress. Mrs. T. W. Collins, Treasurer Inde- pendent Order of Good Templars, of Everett, Wash., writes: “After having a severe attack of la grippe I continued in a feeble condition even after the doctors called me cured. My blood seemed poisoned. Peruna cured me.”—Mrs. T. W. Collins, If you do not derive prompt and satis- factory results from the use of Peruna, write at once to Dr. Hartman, giving a full statement of your case and he wil) be pleased to give you his valuable ad- vice gratis. Address Dr. Hartman, President of The Hartman Sanitarium, Columbus, O . Annual Conference of Atlanta Univer- | sity,’ to be held May 29th. The general subject for discussion will be “The Negro Church,” although loach speaker will be assigned a spec- ial subject. ae WPWDOAMTAIANTS WWACLIINTOTONTAAT Mr. F. B. Williams, who left here some time ago to join Williams and Walker, and who visited this city a short time ago in the Sons of Ham. is agair. with Williams and Walker in Dahomey. Mr. Williams has devyel- oped into quite a composer. He has composed and also set to music a beautiful sole, adapted to the voice of Mr. W. Elkins, (also of this city), un- like most of its kind. Instead of tak- ing a bass voice “A Hundred Fath- oms Deep, it’s A Fearless Mountain Air. His “Estelle” is catchy and beav tiful:; his “Broadway Fashion Plate” streets since sung by Avery.