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The COLORED American A NATIONAL NEGRO NEWSPAPER VOL. IX, NO. 45 THE WIZARD'S WORK THE WIZARD'S WORK THE YOUNGEST HEAD OF A STATE NORMAL SCHOOL. Mr. Isaac Fisher a Graduate of The Tuskegee Institute Elected Principal of The Branch Normal College at Pine Bluff Arkansas in his Twenty-fifth Year-A Product of The South. It has long been the fashion for persons who seek to disparage the value of the training given at the Tuskegee Institute, to assert that the graduates of that school, succeed very well in positions which require no great amount of mind culture, but that the Tuskegee man is an impossibility in the higher places of which honor and remuneration which wait on valuable service are the rewards. It is not the purpose of this article to discuss the motives of those who father the statements; but rather to point to a living example of Tuskegee upon the life of one young man. The big prizes in the various fields of human endeavor are won only by the few who do their work exceptionally well; and the records of the oldest institutions in this country show that from the great lists of their graduates, respectively, only a few names may be taken to represent those who have been successful in forcing recognition at the hands of their fellows Tuskegee is no exception to this rule; but according to the sneers which are often predicated of its work, it has no right to produce any character who has taken one of the big prizes. Ten years ago a boy no better and no worse than the average city lad, reached the Tuskegee Institute from Vicksburg, Mississippi. He was like hundreds of other boys who go to that school, without means to pay for his education; and so he was compelled to enter the night school; but he was willing to work, and had no choice as he kind of work to be assigned him. Very soon he began to attract the attention of the faculty; not only by his studious habits and general earnestness, but by his ability as a speaker as well. Some impromptu remarks made by him in one of the weekly prayer meetings, concerning the late Robert Ingersoll, impelled Professor Booker Washington to send for him while he was still a Prep and promise him moral and material assistance to help complete his course, if he would push on as he was doing. The boy kept pegging way, and never stopped for any discouragement; and finally, when the school had brought him around rather sharply once or twice to curb his high-strung temperament, it decided that Isaac Fisher was entitled to graduate as valedictorian of the class of 1899. His alma mater had already paid tribute to his ability as an instructor, by employing him as a teacher in its academic department before he com- WASHINGTON, D.C., MARCH 7. 1903. J. E. B. pleted his course. When a call came three months before his graduation for a teacher and Negro Conference Organizer for the Schofield School, at Aiken, South Carolina, Mr. Fisher was sent to take the position. One year later he was called to be Assistant Northern agent for the Tuskegee Institute. The Schofield School paid a tribute to his work by immediately offering to meet any salary offered him by anyone else. He decided to take the northern work; and not only did he start a stream of money towards Tuskegee, but he at once took rank as an effective speaker before the critical audiences of the East. Three months after Mr. Fisher went North, Miss Caroline B. Hazard, President of Wellesley College, Massachusetts, an institution for white women, wrote Principal Washington as follows: "I cannot forbear sending you a line to tell you how admirably your Mr. Fisher and the Tuskegee Quartette, which is with him are fulfilling their office. They were here last night, and Mr. Fisher made a most eloquent address. It was very much out of the ordinary and stirred us all to real enthusiasm. * * * In particular, I can hardly speak too warmly of Mr. Fisher's gift as an orator. I am sure you must have a valuable worker in him." During the two yers he remained in the North, the letters to Mr. Washington, and the references of such papers as the New York Sun, Times, Tribune, the Philadelphia Press, North American, and Ledger, concerning him were highly flattering. Upon his own request Mr. Fisher was then transferred to the southern field, and was made Negro Conference Agent for Tuskegee, in Alabama. He had been engaged in this work but a few months when the Board of Education of Montgomery, Alabama, selected him as Principal of the Swayne Public School, the largest and oldest school for Negroes in that city. In the middle of the school year and under conditions well calculated to dishearten an old veteran in the work, the young man took up his new work; and even though rebellion met him PRICE, FIVE CENTS A SOLDIER CITIZEN A SOLDIER CITIZEN REV. WM. H. MITCHELL AN APOSTATE. Sergt. Erly Hicks a Veteran of Two Wars Takes Issue With a Ministerial Mountebank-A Slanderer of Women has no Right in the Pulpit-A Tribute to Bishop Hood. Ft. Assiniboine, Mont., Special—If the report of the speech recently delivered by one, Rev. William H. Mitchel, of South Carolina, in a leading New York Church, is true, we regret to say that he has made a serious blunder, if not a sad mistake. He has probably uttered words that will finally undo the making of the man. Among the many startling things he is quoted as saying, is the following: "The Negro mothers are a low lot, etc." The above may apply to Rev. Mitchel's own especial case and surroundings, but of that we know nothing. Be that as it will or may, the case does not warrant a sufficient excuse. A Godly gentleman of color has risen before an audience of the select and has degraded, berated and villified the mothers of a struggling and God-fearing race that has tens of thousands of mothers of whom the said gentleman knows nothing! If the Rev. Mitchel plead guilty to the authorship of such a remark, he is unworthy of his title. He is unworthy of a man's garments. He should don his baby dresses as of yore, and instead of vibrating like a fool in great cities, confine himself to the guardianship of the state line of South Carolina. Love thy neighbor as thyself Rev. Mitchel, and slander not your women. Honor thy mother, for though she go down in disgrace, she will shed a tear for you when you are dying. In the sad, red glow of life's fading day, Jesus Christ's sympathies went out for his mother. Though her head was bowed in grief and tears, his last words to her were words of manliness—such as should always be spoken of those who sorrowed that we might see the light of day. We see no account where Christ ever belittled the mothers of his time, but we read of where he cautioned the erring woman to go and sin no more. Rev. Mitchell, go lift up the fallen, counsel the erring one and do not make a bridge of the weak over which you can stride into power and position. Remember that in all ages and among all people, a deep regard for the fair name of woman has been considered a concomitant of true courage, knighthood and chivalry. Rev. S. A. Chambers, of South Carolina is a solid rock in the A. M. E. Zion connection. He is a pretty good writer and is a true-hearted soul of God. He demonstrates the qualities Continued on third page, NOUR LIFE AN OPEN BOOK LIGHT LIGHT Friends, this is the GREATEST OFFER ever made to the public. 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Frank Craig, a Negro pugilist, is rated as worth $60,000, and as making $6,000 annually in England. Georgia white people lynched a Negro at Griffin, in that state, on the 24th ultimo, and Louisiana added a similar blot to her record on the same date. February is the shortest of calendar months, but she claims as her children America's three greatest men—Washington, Lincoln and Fred Douglass. "Black Pearl," a Negro pugilist of some note killed a companion out in Enid, Oklahoma a few day ago, and was with difficulty saved from lynching. Mrs. Ezzel, of Kaufman County, Texas, is the richest colored woman in Texas. Her husband left her $75,000 and she has 260 acres of highly improved land. $32,000 has been given by Mr. Wm. Pitts, of Massachusetts, for religious work among the Negroes in Georgia, under the direction of the Protestant Episcopal Church. Paul Laurence Dunbar seems to have forsaken the East. He is winning new laurels cut West. An immense throng gathered to hear him in Kansas City, Mo., and the 27th ultimo. John Conway, of Anne Arundel county, Maryland, an industrious but unlettered colored man died not long since leaving an estate worth $15,000, the result of his own thrift Dr. Newton Dwight Hillis in his Plymouth pulpit lately, startled his congregation by his vigorous prayer to God to save us all from the damnable heresy that this is a white man's country. The bill creating a new United States Court in North Carolina, has become a law. Now let us see whether Senator Pritchard will make good the prediction that he would be the first Judge. The Henry Highland Garnet Club, an organization of progressive colored men in King's County, New York, is making itself felt in Brooklyn local politics. George E. Wibecan is the leading spirit. The legislature of Virginia, democrats and republicans alike, recently voted to appropriate $5,000 to defend the suits brought by Negroes to test the constitutionality of the recent suffrage laws. The entire Negro population consisting of twenty souls, was driven out of Webrum, Pa., by the whites, and their houses destroyed on account of the shooting one day last week of a white loafer by a Negro. The colored brother is not expected to be a large or a potential factor in the next National Republican Convention. Lily-whitism will get in its most deadly work against the race when the delegates are to be selected. Stephen Paine, a retired member of the Chicago Fire Department and a Negro, who died recently, is accredited with being the inventor of the sliding pole, now one of the indispensible things in every fire engine house. Hayden Hall of Cementville, near Jeffersonville, Indiana, wants to be postmaster of his town. He is respectable and honest, but he is a Negro, and the whites who have no candidate of their own are protesting. It looks now as if Mr. Hall will win out. Mr. James J. Butler, the democratic congressman from Missouri, who has just been unseated by the House of Representatives is a large employer of labor. It is said that in his various enterprises in the city of St. Louis, more than 2,000 Negroes are on his pay rols. Dr. Anna B. Schultz, a successful colored physician, was called in last week to attend a colored man, who had met with an accident on the railroad. The road agreed to pay the doctor's bill and give the man a certain amount of money, etc. When Dr. Schultz presented her bill for $1,000, representatives of the road objected to paving that amount and offered $600 instead. Dr. Schultz insisted on calling Dr. Dan. H. Williams in consultation in the matter, and in the meantime allow him to decide the fee. 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The receipt is free for the asking and they want every man to have it. the American 11 12 GOTHAM NOTES COLORED AMERICAN DIONYSIUS III It cost Mr. Wm. Harris, the rich liveryman of Larchmond, N. Y., who was recently a candidate for the office of Tax Receiver, of that wealthy suburb, the better part of a thousand dollar bill to discover where he stood in the estimation of the "white, white folks," to whose favor he commends himself by asserting in an interview that he had always treated everybody "white." The white folks didn't do a thing to this gullible colored gentleman, they treated him black. If he was a white man he would not submit without a vigorous protests to the underhanded methods employed by the anti-pigment club of Larchmont, composed largely of southerners, to defeat his laudable ambition. I reckon Mr. Harris now knows the difference between performance and promise, and that he wishes he had concealed somewhere about his garments the two hundred dollars he laid out for a spread which was largely enjoyed by the sons of the men whom he invited. All of the latter being otherwise engaged on the night of his lay out. The Southern press will ring the change on Harris' defeat, and there'll probably be another Negro lynched down home to celebrate this victory of the anti-pigment society. It requires quite a fine power of discrimination for the average Negro to see where he is "at" socially and "yutherwise." There does not seem to be any doubt but that somebody "jes nacherally fooled Mr. Harris to see what kind of a fool he'd make of hisself." There are scarcely a hundred Negroes in Larchmont, and the whole number of voters there does not exceed 200. Mr. Harris, in one of the several interviews, seemed to think that he had a lead pipe cinch on the nomination and the election. Therein he displayed his ignorance of the white man's natural treachery and ever-present antipathy to the Negro, especially when the Negro has money, or education and money. I have not heard him accused of having an education. They say that at the dinner he gave his champagne was particularly wet, and that his roast turkey and po'k chops were not to be sneezed at. A song composed in his honor characterized him as "the greatest coon in town," was sung, and he is said to have enjoyed it. A limber-jawed sky pilot, named Mitchel, from somewhere down South, spoke in Dr. Parkhurst's Church some weeks ago in behalf of a school he is said to represent, and in the course of his inane bablings he asserted that the colored women of the South were a low lot, and not fit to have the care of children, intimating that they were immoral. A representative of the New York would which published his address writes me that this Mitchell was correctly quoted, and intimated that he has his remedy if he thinks he has been misrepresented. This is pretty straight talk. It would seem that Mr. Mitchell, instead of rushing into the columns of Negro newspapers to explain some things he said which does not explain, would begin an action for damages against the World for $25,000 or $50,000 and compromise for $5,000 or $10,000 and a coat of white wash. He can get the money. Until he does something of this sort people are going to call him an unmitigated liar and slanderer of his mother's race and sex. There are too many Mitchells on the road with flint lock brains and hair trigger mouths. This one outdistances THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. Ananias, Bill Anderson, Col. W. Hannibal Thomas and several other artistic phrase makers whose language is conspicuous for its inaccuracy. The New York Sun discovers in these days a remarkable amount of antipathy to the Negro. It was the Sun that started the cry some years ago "no force bill no Negro domination," and it kept up the cry until that measure was squelched in the Congress, using italics to emphasize its intense opposition to the force bill and Negro domination so-called. There was no danger then as there is not now, of Negro domination any where in the South, but a rallying cry was needed, and the Sun supplied one, the South took it up and finds it a good enough Morgan for 1904. The editorial tone of the Sun under its new management (and its heaviest stock-holder is W. M. Laffan, a member of the Southern Society of New York), does not seem to indicate that it is going to support Mr. Roosevelt in 1904. It doesn't like his Negro policy. This straw is not without significance. I see in our various race papers comments on Secretary Root's Union League Club speech, which do not seem to be justified by anything Mr. Root said. Mr. Root is a lawyer and understands the value and meaning of words so some of these colored and white editors who have accepted what he said to mean that the Republican party will now abandon the Negro. But those who think deeply, and read understandingly see a far different meaning to this speech than that given to it by the white editors who have rolled it as a sweet morsel under their tongues, and use it to justify the disfranchisement of the Negro, and of colored editors who do not seem to have read it either carefully or understandly if at all. The logic of events will determine whether the Republican party will show the white feather under the fire of a section of this country which seems bent on reversing all the results of a war which humilated the South, gave freedom to the Negro, and stability to the constitution. It isn't going to take any steps backwards, and when it does begin to move it will sweep all before it. If the Southern press is convinced—and it does seem that way—that a member of President Roosevelt's cabinet has been fool enough to furnish the democratic party with a club to be used to destroy his own party, and this too at a time when its cardinal principles are being most bitterly assailed, I know of no legal impediment to prevent them or those democratic statesmen who profess to see the same club from looking at it with both eyes. Secretary Root knew what he was saying when he made that speech, and there is no more consolation in it for the democratic party than there is gold in rain water. The New York Times commenting recently on the speech of Mr. Booker T. Washington, at Brooklyn, (which is by the way, the ablest and most masterful he ever delivered), imitates Mr. Tillman, by saying that if the Negroes should attempt to avenge their wrongs as the Indians did, they would be treated as the Indians were. There are very few Indians in this country now. The white man appears to have done something to the poor Indian. Does the New York Times express the sentiments of the American people? Up to date I have seen no protests from civis, viator and the rest of them, condemning this blood thirsty editorial threat to exterminate the black man on American soil if he ever gets courage enough to make a dash for liberty or death. The atmosphere seems to be full of death for him po'ole soul. BRUCE GRIT 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. L. 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 Grand Fountain of the United Order of True Reformers Is the leading Colored Fraternal Society of the United States. It was organized January, 1881, by William W. Browne, and chartered in April, 1883, under the laws of the State of Virginia, with headquarters at Richmond, Va. Its membership is both male and female, and consists of all persons of good health from 14 to 60 years of age. Its membership of 60,000 is divided into Fountains and Circles. It pays sick benefits from $1.50 to $2.50 per week, and pays death benefits from $24.56 to $1000. BENEFITS PAID—Total benefits paid to date: Sick dues, $r,500,000; death benefits, $714,378.75. SENIOR FOUNTAINS—A Fountain may be organized consisting of 20 or more persons not over 50 years of age paying a joining fee of from $4.60 to $5.10 each. The monthly dues are not less than 35 cents in rural districts and not less than 50 cents per month in towns and cities, and a semi-annual tax of 40 cents paid in January and July of each year. Sick benefits paid are from $1.50 to $2.50 per week, while death benefits range from $75 to $125. A Fountain may be organized in any locality on application to Rev. W. L. Taylor, G. W. Master, or to any of his authorized deputies. ROSEBUDS—For the proper training of the young and their development in thrift, industry and brotherly love, there has been formed a Children's Department known as the Rosebuds. Twenty or more children not less than three nor more than fourteen years of age may form a Rosebud, upon the payment of $1 each. This department, like the Senior Fountain, pays sick benefits from $1 to twenty-five cents per week, and death benefits from $24.50 to $37. The monthly dues are fifteen cents per month. CLASSES—Persons desiring to leave their beneficiaries at death a larger amount than is paid from Fountain Department, take out policies in one or more of the 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 tables: of the Grand Fountain United Order of True Reformers, capital stock $100,000. The bank commenced business April 3, 1889, and from that time down to the present has steadily increased in volume of business. It now has a paid up capital stock of $100,000. From the humble sum of $1,268.69, deposited the first day the bank opened for business in 1889 the deposits have grown to $350,958, and the volume of business transacted amounts to $6,190,141.47. During the financial panic of 1893, the Savings Bank of the Grand Fountain was the only bank in the city of Richmond that did not cease to pay cash on all checks presented, while the majority of other banks were using script and clearing house checks. This bank had its origin in the brain of William W. Browne, an ex-slave of Hapersham, Ga. The banking house is located at 604 North Second Street, Richmond, Va., Rev. W. L. Taylor, President; R. T. Hill, Cashier. REAL ESTATE DEPARTMENT—The Real Estate Department has charge of all the real property to the amount of $220,221.65, situated in various States, consisting of 13 magnificent buildings used as halls, 8 dwellings, 1 hotel. 5 stores and three arms. It also has under its control 16 large buildings leased by it. This department is under the management of Lawyer J. C. Robertson, chief of real estate and attorney for the association, office at 608 N. 2nd Street, Richmond, Va. REFORMERS MERCANTILE AND INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION—Was chartered under the laws of the State of Virginia on the 14th day of December, 1899, with principal office in the city of Richmond, Va. The purpose of this association is to conduct stores (wholesale and retail), buy and sell real property, manage and control hotels, manufacturing establishments, and do general business. The association has in operation Hotel Reformer, 900 N. Sixth Street, Richmond, Va. It is a modern up-to-date structure, heated by steam, cold and hot water bathes, also electric cars passing the door. This hotel has accommodations for 150 guests. Mr. A. W. Holmes is manager, and Mr. T. W. Taylor is clerk. It has in operation a system of five stores, located as follows: Richmond, Va.; Washington, D. C.; Manchester, Va.; Portsmouth, Va.; and Roanoke, Va. The first of these stores, at Richmond, Va., was opened April 3d, 1900. It employs a force of 18 men, runs three delivery wagons, and during the first year did $50,000 worth of business. The other stores have been established since, and have been equally as prosperous. The general manager of the system of stores is Mr. B. L. Jordan, headquarters at 608 N. Second Street, Richmond, Va. This Association was formed on the plans and recommendations made by Rev. W. L. Taylor, its president. THE REFORMER PRINTING DEPARTMENT—Issues a weekly journal, THE REFORMER Union has a circulation of 12,000. This paper is published in the interest of the race, and discusses the leading questions of the day. The subscription price is $1 per year, or 5c. per single copy. The office is equipped with modern up-to-date machinery, run by electricity. It can print anything from a visiting card to a poster 42 by 62 inches. Fine job work of every class and description is made a specialty at lowest prices. Mr. E. W. Brown is editor and business manager, office 608 N. Second Street, Richmond, Va. Correspondence solicited and agents wanted. OLD FCLKS' HOME—In September, 1893, Rev. William W. Brown recommended the formation and establishment of Old Folks' Homes for the benefit of old and decrepid members of the race. Since that time the valuable farm known as Westham, consisting of 63414 acres, located six miles from Richmond, Va., on the historic "James," has been purchased, at a cost of $14,400. The Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad runs through the farm, and Westham Station is located at Adjoining this farm is Westhampton Park, one of the most pleasant resorts in the South in summer. It is reached in a few minutes from Richmond by the Westhampton Electric Railway and the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway. As this home is for the benefit of the whole race, the co-operation of all charitable friends is prayerfully solicited. All contributions, donations and bequests of every character will be very thankfully received. Mr. T. W. Taylor is chief in charge of the Old Folks' Home, offices at 608 North Second Street, Richmond, Va. Rev. W. L Taylor, G. W. M. W. P. Burrell, G. W. S. 601-6-8 N Second Street, Richmond, Va. Class "B" Joining fee. Value of Certificate after one year. Value of Certificate before one year Annual Dues Quarterly Dues Age 14 to 25 $2 50 $200 00 $100 00 $4 75 $1 20 25 to 30 2 75 200 00 100 00 4 75 1 20 30 to 35 3 00 200 00 100 00 4 75 1 20 35 to 40 3 25 200 00 100 00 5 70 1 43 40 to 45 3 50 140 00 70 00 5 79 1 43 45 to 50 3 75 115 00 58 00 6 65 1 66 50 to 55 4 00 70 00 45 00 6 35 1 66 55 to 60 4 25 65 00 33 00 7 60 1 90 Class "M" Joining fee. Value of Certificate Annual dues Quarterly dues Age 14 to 80 $11 00 $1000 00 $21 90 $5 25 30 to 35 12 00 10.0 00 22 00 5 50 35 to 40 12 00 905 00 23 00 5 75 40 to 45 13 00 800 00 24 00 6 00 45 to 50 13 00 700 00 25 00 6 25 Class "E" Joining fee. Value of Certificate after one year. Value of Certificate before one year Annual dues Quarterly Dues Age 14 to 25 $5 00 $500 00 $250 00 $9 50 $2 50 " 25 to 30 5 25 500 00 350 00 9 50 25 40 " 30 to 35 5 50 500 00 350 00 9 50 25 40 " 35 to 40 5 75 500 00 350 00 10 40 25 60 " 40 to 45 6 00 450 00 225 00 10 40 25 60 " 40 to 45 6 00 450 00 225 00 10 40 25 60 " 45 to 50 6 25 400 00 200 00 11 40 25 60 " 45 to 50 6 25 400 00 200 00 11 40 25 60 " 50 to 60 5 70 350 00 175 00 11 40 25 60 REGALIA—The members of the Fountains and Rosebuds of the organization wear no expensive regalia. The regalia of the organization is simple and its cost will be in the easy reach of all, costing from 10 cents to $3. The same is made by the organization in what is known as the Regalia Department. THE SAVINGS BANK—In March, 1888, there was granted by the Legislature of Virginia a charter to the Savings Bank THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. BEFORE USING OZONO AND CEDROLINE. 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It prevents the tendency of the Hair to draw up, contract, curl, and tangle, thus making it easy to dress the Hair in any style desired. It causes the Hair to grow out on all bald spots, scant partings, than places, and bare temples. It is sure to prevent the Hair from falling, breaking off, and splitting at the ends. This great combined treatment is now the most wonderful for the Hair in the whole wide world. RESULT OF 5 WEEKS The most generous offer ever made by any firm on earth. 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 Tonics, worth $2.00; also two large bottles of CEDROLINE, the Lightning Hair Grower, worth $2.00; also one large package of our latest discovery, POWDERED EGG SHAMPOO, worth $50.; also one bar of our celebrated and renowned PURITY SCALP SOAP, worth $20, and one I-pint package of ANTI-ODOR, the most wonderful toilet specialty of the day, worth $20. This grand collection, worth in all $5.00 will be sent on receipt of $1.00 and your name and address, with full, all, 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 good Agentes, who can simply coin money selling our preparations. No matter where you live, we can get our goods safely to you. Do not delay; ord to-day. Address BOSTON CHEMICAL CO., 310 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. 3 MONTHS USE. 806 M Street, Northwest. Has re-opened for scholars and the public. For terms of ten lessons in painting $5.50; for free hand drawing $2.50 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. Miss E. Meta Pelham, of Detroit, Mich., is the guest of her brother, Mr. Robert Pelham, Jr., 2230 6th street northwest. 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. 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. 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, evrdently 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. 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 gettng it. You will help The Colored American in this way. 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. 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. MINES AND MINING. NOTICE. We wish to correspond with some capilists who would like to patent about 60 acres of valuable gold mining land for an interest in the property. We have already done about $4,000 worth of work and improvements. This 60 acres is about 1 1/2 miles from the city of Oripple Creek, Colorado. For terms please write us, P. O. Box 36, Cripple Creek, Colorado. M. C. JOHNSON, W. A. SMITH. URE TO GET THE SAFEST, SWIFTEST AND COMMODIOUS STEAMER ON THE RIVER JANE MOSELEY For Charter Season 1903 O UPPER GLYMONT, LOWER CEDAR POINT, ROCK POINT, OTHER POINTS ON THE POTOMAC RIVER. BE SURE TO GET THE SAFEST, SWIFTEST AND MOST COMMODIOUS STEAMER ON THE RIVER JANE MOSELEY 1903 TO UPPER GLYMONT, LOWER CEDAR POINT, ROCK POINT, OTHER POINTS ON THE POTOMAC RIVER. BUY STOCK IN THE Hawman's Transportation, Land & Improvement Co. (Incorporated.) Vectors of the Swift and Commodious Steamer JANE MOSELEY. And amount of the stock is now on the market for sale to the pub- nin Dollars per share, payable in small monthly payments. Ar- nts made to suit purchaser. Buy quickly if you want a first class investment. has recently been overhauled and thoroughly inspected by the U. S. Gov inspectors, chartered and equipped with electric lights and late improve is licensed to carry 1,300 passengers, has 31 state rooms, 3 decks, large dining room and saloon lighted by electricity. Rest Management, Open Accounts and Prompt Returns. 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, D. Braxton, W. M. Tyler, A. Walker, Joseph N. Mayne, James Dabney, J. L. Neill, Wis Jefferson, Mrs. M. S. Brown, Henry Hood, S. Coage, B. Booker, J. C. Scott, OFFICERS. Morrison—President. Jos. N. Mayne—Vice President. Bill—Secretary. F. M. Sims—Assistant Secretary. —Treasurer. Lewis Jefferson—General Mgr. 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, OFFICERS. Joseph Morrison—President. Jos. N. Mayne—Vice President. J. L. Neill—Secretary. F. M. Sims—Assistant Secretary. H. Hood—Treasurer. Lewis Jefferson—General Mgr. James Dabney—General Agent. Books are now open for Charters, for terms apply to J. L. Neill, Sec'y or LEWIS JEFFERSON, Gen. Manager, Room A, 1st Floor, 609 F St. N. W. Subscribe to The American THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. 14 Marvelous Growth of the Hair: A Famons Doctor-Chemist Has Discovered 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 an nouncement 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 remarkable 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 earnest es 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 restorative 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 is falling out or if your hair eyebrows or eyelashes are thin or short write to the Altenheim Medical Dispensary 2 cent 8296Foso Building, Cincinnati, Ohio. enclosing a stamp to prepay postage for a free package and in a short time you will be entirely restored. GRAND OPENING Society Paraphernaalia, Lodge Supplies, Badges, Class Pins, College Flags, Committee Badges, Flags and Banners. ALL ORDERS PROMPTLY ATTENDED TO C. E. GUNLACH, 813 7th St., N. W., Washington D. C. Telephone 342-Y. $4.00 to $800 a day guaranteed to every person sending name and address to the Scott Remedy Co Louisville, Ky. Write at once, NATIONAL - COLORED Teachers Bureau, 459 C St., N. W. WASHINGTON, D. C. FOR GOOD HEALTH 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 indigestion, dyspepsia, habitual and stubborn constipation, offensive breath, heartburn, dizziness, palpitation of the heart, sleeplessness, musculo rheumatism, 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. Opportunity for Young Men. The demands in all parts of this country, and in several foreign countries, for well trained men of our race in the direction of scientific and practical agriculture are so great that this institution is willing to offer exceptional advantages to young men who wish to come here and take either a regular or post graduate course in agriculture. We cannot begin to supply the demands that come to us for trained men in the direction of agriculture. The positions for which these trained men are wanted are those in most every case which pay high salaries. We are especially anxious to get hold of men who have received as far as possible, a good education before coming here, and are ready to enter upon a thorough course of agricultural training. Principal, Tuskegee Institute, Tuskegee, Alabama 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. $4.00 to $8.00 a day guaranteed to every person sending name and address to the Scott Remedy Co. Louisville, Ky. Write at once. Mr. M. J. Frawley. SUCCESSOR TO FERNARD CONROY, 233 Virginia Avenue Southwest. Fine Wines and Whiskeys. Fresh Beer always on tap. TO CORN SUFFERERS. Corns, bunions, and callouses permanently cured without pain or soreness by using Troy Corn Salve 15 cents by mall. Circulars free. Troy Chemical Company, Station G, Washington D. C. CLAIRVOYANT AND ASTROLOGIST Life from cradle to grave. Gives names in full of those you have or will marry; causes happy marriage to those you desire; unites those separated (neverfalls). 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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, 55 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 COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. Advertising in The Colored American. o____o ____ HERE IT IS. 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 your excursions or picnics. If you are anything at all—let the public know who you are by Mr. Frederick Freeman is out again looking hale and hearty, after being quarantined fifteen days. Julius J. Chilcoat, M D., will address the Bethel Literary Tuesday, March 10th, on "Intellectual Progress." Mr. Will. L. Houston went to Philadelphia last Tuesday to attend a meeting of the B. M. C. of which he is the director. Mrs. Henry Braxton, of Hillsdale, is visiting her sister, Mrs. James H. rvin, of West Philadelphia, Pa., who has been seriously ill. Dr. J. H. Harrison of the Bureau of Statistics has gone to New York, where he will spend several weeks in one of the New York Colleges, taking a scientific course. Mr. W. H. Bates, of Annapolis, Md., was in the city a few days this week. Mr. Bates is a successful business man and is interested in the George H. White Land and Improvement Co., of Whitesboro, N. J. Hon. John S. Durham of the Spanish Claim Commission, who has been in Juba for the past few months, has returned to the United States. He was the guest of friends in this city for a few days. Editor Chris. J. Perry, of The Philadelphia Tribune passed through the city last week en route from Tuskegee, Ala., to his home, the city of Brotherly Love. Mr. Perry speaks in glowing terms of Tuskegee and was royally entertained in Atlanta. Col. J. C. Johnson, of Wenoka, I. T., is a guest at the McKinley House. He comes as interpreter of a delegation of Seminoles Indians, who have claims before the government. Mr. Johnson speaks nearly all of the Indian dialect fluently, and is a graduate of Lincoln University, Pa. Dr. A. C. McClennan, surgeon-in-chief of the Hospital and Training School at Charleston, S. C., and a physician who stands high in professional ranks is in the city this week. The doctor has done splendid work in Charleston, and is one of that number of successful workers who are doing so much to solve the problem in the South. A SPLENDID OPPORTUNITY. An intelligent, wide awake colored man, who has an eye for business is needed on The Colored American to take entire charge of the circulation department. It is an opportunity for the right kind of man, who means business, and who can give bond for the faithful performance of that duty. A settled man with family located in Washington is preferred. For particulars address The Colored American, 459 C street, northwest. A SPLENDID BOOK. It will interest our readers to know that 6,000 copies of Booker T. Washington's two books "Up From Slavery" and "Character Building," have been sold during the six months, August 1st to February 1st. 35,000 copies of these two books have been sold since initial publication. This is rather a remarkable showing. "Up From Slavery," has had an especially splendid run. Although it has been published more than two years, its sustained sales are very flattering. AVERY COLLEGE TRADES SCHOOL ALLEGHENY, PA. A Practical, Literary and Industrial Trade School for Colored Boys and Girls, Carpentry, Bricklaying, Plastering, Painting and Interior Decorations. 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. --- --- Do Your Collar & Cuff Wear Out? Do Your Collar & Cuff Wear Out? CERTAINLY THEY DO. Send ten cents (10c.) for a device to make your collars, cuffs and shirt bands last twice their ordinary life e. M. S. STURGEON, 612 14th st. n w. To they ten A HANDOLINE Cures capped hands and all roughness of the skin. OL REG ns. 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PRICE THE HOTEL EN distinct departments, under one hundred competent professors and instructors—Theological, Medical, Legal, College, Pedagogical, reparatory, English, Agriculture, Industrial, and musical. For information address— 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. 15 HOWARD UNIVERSITY Washington, D. C. Rev J. E. BANKER, D. D., LL. D., President. GEO H. SMITH, 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. The Colored American WASHINGTON, D.C. This picture should be in every Parlor Library, Reading Room, School Room, and every Public Hall used by intelligent colored people. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. 16 City Paragraphs Let Ben Tillman alone. The promoters of The Hiawatha Chorus are arranging for their great festival in May. Mrs. Thomas C. Allen left for Chicago last Tuesday, where she will remain until spring. Dr. W. T. Smith, of Greenville, S. C., is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Jno. Reese, of N street northwest. Mr. Edward C. Allen, the popular mixologist of the Southern Hotel, has a new joke. Have you heard it? Messrs. Mitchell and Whipper, prominent attorneys of Charleston, S. C., were guests at the Southern Hotel this week. Subscribe for The Colored American, the leading colored newspaper in the United States. It contains all the news. Prof. G. N. Grisham; principal of the Lincoln High School, Kansas City, Mo., is in the city the guest of Prof. Kelly Miller. Messrs. Rutherford Jackson and Hugh Johnson, prominent race horse men are in the city and registered at the McKinley House. The special Sunday dinners at the Southern Hotel are attracting much attention. The prices are within reach of all. Bill of fare a la carte and table d'hote. Mme. Smallwood will leave Sunday at 2 p. m., for New York, to attend the dressmakers convention which will convene Monday. She will return Tuesday night. The carping critics of industrial education in and about the nation's capital belong to that class known as "sundowners." They secure diplomas as doctors, lawyers, and what not, but have not the moral courage to resign their positions under the government and go out into the world to practice their professions. Bah! The Pen and Pencil Club, one of the strongest and most popular literary clubs in the district were royally entertained last Tuesday evening by Mr. Daniel Murray, assistant librarian of The Congressional Library. All of the members of the club were invited to the palatial residence of Mr. Murray on S street, and a number of representative professional men were also invited. The house was decorated for the occasion and a few hours was spent in pleasant intercourse. At a late hour the guests were invited to the dining room where a dainty repast was served. The members and officers of the club as well as the visitors voted Mr. Murray and son "royal hosts." THE PEN AND PENCIL CLUB Is Entertained by Mr. Daniel Murray While the company were in the dining room a telegram of congratulation was received from Hon. Fred R. Moore, of New York, a life-long friend of the host. The invitations included Hon. Judson W. Lyons, Hon. John C. Dancy, Hon. John P. Green, Hon. P. B. S. Pinchback, Prof. Grisham, Kansas City, Mo., Wyatt Archer, Spencer Murray, John F. Cook, Aaron Russell, John F. N. Wilkinson, Dr. F. J. Shodd, Thos E. Clarke, Major Fleetwood, Major Arthur Brooks, J. Henri Lewis, Chas. R. Douglass, John H. Butcher, R. W. Tompkins, Dr. W. S. Lofton, Frank L. Cardcoz, Jr., Hon. Geo. H. White, Jerome A. Johnson, Geo. W. Jackson, Wm. A. Joiner, Howard H. Williams, Shermonte Lewis, Eugene Brooks, R. T. Fortune, Wm. Mays, Dr. Hamilton S. Smith, Wm. H. H Hart, J. G. Hutchins, Jesse Lawson, Hon. C. F. Adams, Grand-Master Malvin, Albert Brown, Pref. Kelly Miller, H. C. Tyson, Dr. John R. Francis, J. Wm. Cole, Editor E. E. Cooper, Wm. H. Bruce, Robt. J. Harlan, Dr. A. M. Curtis, Wm. H. Smith, Chas. J. Pickett, Dr. W. B. Evans, Pres. Henry P. Slaughter of the Pen and Pencil Club, W. L. Houston, R. H. Pelham, J. A. Goines, P. H. Bray, A. V. Craig, W. L. Pollard, James A. Colb, S. E. Lacy, T. A. Johnson, F. G. Manly, J. H. Wills, W. C. Board, W. T. Menard, H. E. Baker, J. C. Burils, J. C. Campbell, MR. DANIEL MURRAY MR DANIEL MURRAY Wm. T. Ferguson, L. G. Gregory, L. M. Hershaw, F. D. McCracken, J. H. Paynter, F. M. Sims, Jos. H. Stewart, R. E. Toomey. HIP, HIP, HURRAH! We believe in giving credit to whom credit is due, and for this reason we say three cheers for THE COLORED AMERICAN of Washington, D. C., for its get-up and get in journalism. It deserves the patronage of the people all over the country.—The Rock Hill Messenger. . . A Church clerk or trustee cannot be judged by his talk at the "class-meeting" or at his fervent prayers at the revival Ask how his account stands at the grocery, at the newspaper office or how he lives up to his honest obligations. 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. The Colored Young Men's Christian Association which died a much regretted death here a few years ago, should be resurrected. Alabama Lily-Whites have at length seen the handwriting on the wall and are now preparing their own dish of Crow. Roosevelt is inevitable. THE LAGOS STANDARD D A WEST AFRICAN NEGRO NEWSPAPER BRIHT, BREEZY & UP-TO -DATE. 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Contains the Addresses and Proceedings of the NEGRO YOUNG PEOPLE'S CHRISTIAN AND EDUCATIONAL CONGRESS, edited by Prof. I. Garland Penn, A. M., and Prof. J. W. E. Bowen, D. D Ph.D. Introduction by Bishop Wesley J. Gaines. Leading men and women of all denominations and Agencies working among the Negro people, are contributors to the book. OVER 700 PAGES. Over 400 ILLUSTRATIONS. In this book the Negro Race speaks for itself, and presents the best solution of the so-called "Negro Problem." It is a blaze of light. The Supreme literary achievement of the Negro Race. One student has already sold over 400 books working Saturdays and evenings. One agent sold 30 copies one day. Another 43 in one day. One minister sold 169 in one week. Sells at sight. Terms liberal. Complete agent's outfit and full instructions post-paid for 50 cents in postage. Complete Book, by mail post-paid, to any address, : $1.50: Address, D. E. LUTHER PUB. CO., 76 N. Broad Street, Atlanta, Ga. 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UNITED NEGRO, mens and His Progress. book ever published for the Negro the Addresses and Proceedings YOUNG PEOPLE'S CHRIS- EDUCATIONAL CONGRESS, M. Garland Penn, A. M., and Prof. n, D. D Ph.D. Introduction by J. Gaines. Leading men and wo- ominations and Agencies working ro people, are contributors to the S. Over 400 ILLUSTRATIONS. the Negro Race speaks for itself, the best solution of the so-called "Ne- It is a blaze of light. The Su- chievement of the Negro Race. has already sold over 400 books days and evenings. One agent sold day. Another 43 in one day. One 69 in one week. Sells at sight. AGENTS WANTED. lete agent's outfit and full instr post-paid for 50 cents in postage.lete Book, by mail post-paid, to any a: $1.50: it's outfit and full instructions d for 50 cents in postage. by mail post-paid, to any address, : $1.50: 2 THE WIZARDS WORK. Continued from first page on the doorsteps he conquered and presided over his 400 students as one "to the manner born." When he had finished the term, and without waiting to see whether a scheme then being formed to defeat his re-election would succeed, he went to the City of New York, secured employment for the day and studied the public school system of that city at night. Very soon he was notified of his re-election to the principalship of the Swayne School, but before he had time to reply he received a letter from the Secretary of the University of Arkansas, the State School for whites, notifying him that he had been elected President of the Branch Normal at Pine Bluff, the only State institution for Negroes in Arkansas, succeeding a man who had held the position for twenty-seven years, who held the degrees of Master of Arts, and Doctor of Philosophy, and who had once been a state superintendent of education in Arkansas. The salary offered was such that if the new man accepted the place he would in point of remuneration, rank many men who had grown gray at the head of large colleges and universities for Negroes. Mr. Fisher accepted the work at once, and came South to enter upon his duties; but not before he had received letters from Pine Bluff, telling him it would be the sheerest folly for him to accept the position. It was characteristic of the man that every objection as to the expediency of his taking the work had been gone over by him, and he had formulated plans to surmount every obstacle which might arise. With a dogged determination, not usual in so young a man, he went to Pine Bluff, and with everything against him, (his age, youthful appearance, lack of academic degrees, and the fact of his being a graduate of Tuskegee), save his board of trustees, and the Governor of the State, who were determined to see fair play, this youth in appearance began his work on the first of last September. The opposition to the new man developed before he had a chance to be tried, and threatened the permanence of the institution; and there were not wanting those who counselled a student revolt. The "boy" kept his mouth shut, and when four upper class men attempted to disrupt the school, Mr. Fisher justified the remarks of the superintendent of schools in Montgomery to the effect that he (Fisher) was a disciplinarian of the highest order. The school was called together and told that certain principles, already enunciated by him, and which were responsible for the bellingerency would be upheld, if the principal had to expel the whole school as a body. This put a quietus upon the would-be leaders, and caused a revulsion of feeling in Mr. Fisher's favor. His defense against the unprincipled assaults made upon him had been so dignified and plucky that the conservative elements, that mainstay of all communities, rallied to his support; and in addition the white press took up his cause. The first indication that Mr. Fisher was getting the situation well in hand was contained in an editorial in the Pine Bluff Daily Commercial (white), as follows: "An unusually interesting lecture course has just been outlined for the students of the Branch Normal College, by Principal Isaac Fisher, the new head of the school. Since he has been in charge of the institution, his Friday afternoon talks have become quite a feature of the school exercises; and so well have these impromptu addresses seemed to be taken by the school that he has prepared a more formal set of lectures to be delivered every other Friday on subjects and with dates as follows: The latest word in Education—Have you heard it? January 9th, 1903; The latest word in Religion—Do you know it? January 23rd; The Claims of Brotherhood—Have you satisfied them? February 6th; A blot upon your character—Have you erased it? February 20th; A song of this mighty century—Have you sung it? March 6th; A very difficult problem in citizenship—Have you solved it? March 20th; Milestones of progress—Have you counted them? April 3rd; Stepping Stones of your dead selves—Have you risen upon them? April THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. 17th. The principal is one of Booker Washington's disciples and is a very young man. We are glad to note the advanced ideas which he holds relative to the conduct of a State School. Since his lecture course is free to the public, it would not be a bad idea if a number of the citizens of the town, whites as well as blacks, visit the school, and while lending to it the moral support of their presence, in view of the effort being made to arise the tone and dignity of the only state school for Negroes in Arkansas, see what kind of man has come here to direct the fortunes of the Negroes' State Institution. That a man so young as Principal Fisher should be called to the headship of a State School, and that he is successfully conducting it in the face of rather trying circumstances, ought to be an inspiration to the young Negroes of the state, and a constant reminder that there is good honorable employment in the South for any Negro who will prepare himself for usefulness. No better opportunity will be offered the Pine Bluff public to guage and estimate the ideals of this new educator in the state than is now offered to all. Go and hear broad subjects discussed by a man who is probably the youngest head of a State School in the country." The newspaper just quoted, has made arrangements with Mr. Fisher to publish extracts from his lectures until the course is completed; and he has been obliged to purchase cuts of himself for the exclusive use of this white newspaper. The Arkansas Gazette, published at Little Rock, and the leading newspaper in the state, had this to say of Mr. Fisher: "Having called attention to the educations' opportunity offered Arkansas in the incorporation of the General Education Board, by Congress, the Gazette is glad to learn that there is great interest in the movement in this State, and that efforts have been made already looking to having Arkansas included in the states that will receive aid from the board. In one way, a Negro institution has led in getting in touch with the General Education Board. Isaac Fisher, principal of the Branch Normal College, at Pine Bluff, has already communicated with the chairman of the board, calling attention to education in Arkansas; and a representative of the board has visited the Branch Normal and made a careful investigation of the school's needs. We hazard the opinion that the Branch Normal will receive aid from the board. So far as we know, the General Education Board crossed the Mississippi River for the first time when it sent an agent to look at the institution at Pine Bluff." Referring again to the lecture course which Mr. Fisher outlined it may not be out of place to remark that his address "The Claims of Brotherhood—Have You Satisfied Them?" a subject which dealt with the duties of whites and blacks, each to each, was considered such an able one that the Memphis Commercial Appeal referred to it as "A splendid address by a thoughtful educator to his pupils on the race question," and gave considerable space to comments on the doctrines set forth in the address. A little more than a year ago Mr. Fisher spoke in the Court House in Vicksburg, Mississippi, with the Mayor of the town, on the subject: "The White South's Opportunity and the Negro's New Duties." Commenting on this, the New York Evening Post said: "One of the most striking and encouraging developments in the South is the growing readiness of representative white men to hear addresses on the subject of race relations by representative colored men. In such a city as Vicksburg, Mississippi, a large and appreciative audience recently gathered to hear an address by a graduate of Tuskegee Institute on the subject: "The White South's Opportunity and the Negro's New Duties." The democratic mayor accepted an invitation to preside and make a short address. Quite as significant was the fact that a full report of the black man's speech was published in the leading newspaper of the city, which commended it to the perusal of all, as a most creditable mental product, and declared that the lessons sought to be taught, the line of thought followed, are deemed worthy of the utmost favor and sympathy!" The Branch Normal College, over which Mr. Fisher now presides, is a branch of the University of Arkansas, being governed by the same board of trustees. It is also one of the Federal Land Grant. Colleges, receiving aid both from the State and Federal government. The school consists of a dormitory for girls, a school building, the industrial shops, comprising wood, forge and machine shops, tool rooms and boiler room, together with twenty acres of valuable land. In addition to these, two splendid outfits for the teaching of typewriting and sewing, form part of the equipment. In round numbers, the value of the institution may be safely paced at $90,000; and the school is entirely free from debt. At present, Mr. Fisher bids fair to become the most popular Negro president in the state, not only with the public but with his students who have become greatly attached to him. It is now conceded that the school has taken high rank since the new man took charge. Mr. Fisher is thoroughly conversant with college needs. The friends of Mr. Fisher feel certain that he will yet make himself a great power and one that must be felt in the uplift of his race. The Yonkers News. Yonkers, N. Y. Special.—The Dime Sociable given at the residence of Mrs, Albert Bowman, on Thursday evening of last week, under the auspices of the Juvenile Christian Endeavor of the A. M. E. Zion Church, was quite a pleasing affair and a success financially. The little four-year-old son of Rev. J. T. Taskill, met with quite an accident last week. In running with a lead pencil in his mouth, he fell and dislocated two of his teeth. There will be a temperance lecture by Miss Lambert, at Messiah Baptist Church, on Wednesday evening, under the auspices of the W. T. U. The funeral of Master Alfred Davis, who died on Friday last, took place on Sunday afternoon at the A. M. E. Zion Church. There was a large number out and the Rosebuds, to which he belonged were out in a body. Mr. Perry who has been ill with the grippe is able to be out again Miss Lizzie Outlaw, of Warburton avenue, is spending a week in Annapolis, Md. Miss May Vanderzee, of Park Hill, is quite ill with the gripe. Miss Mabel Patterson of Tarrytown, N. Y., an efficient typewriter, was the guest of her cousin, Mrs. Samuel Giddings last Saturday. Mr. Albert Williams, who has just recovered from a severe illness is able to be out again. The many friends of Mrs. F. J. Moultrie, of Warburton avenue, who has been ill with the pneumonia, will be glad to learn of her convalescence. Mr. Henry Howard, of Morningside avenue, is reported to be ill; his many friends hope for a speedy recovery. Mr. Saml. Cottman, of Philadelphia, Pa., was the guest of Mrs. J. E. Bruce last Thursday Mrs. C. E. Scott, of Woodworth avenue, was the guest of friends in Brooklyn last week. Rev. Adam Jackson, of Harlem, N. Y., was the guest of Yonkers friends last week. The Quartette of Hampton Institute, spent Saturday afternoon with Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Conick Jr., of Lamertine avenue. Miss Grace Gilliam, who has a host of friends here, is seriously ill with pneumonia at her home in Jersey City. Lawyer Jas. H. Hays, accompanied by Mr. Wilkings, both of Richmond, Va., were the guests of Mrs. J. E. Bruce on Sunday last. The Arnold Turf Investment Co., of St. Louis, which went to the wall the other day, had it's full quota of "suckers" in this city. There is weeping to be sure, not because the weepers gambled, but because they lost, they need the money. What is needed is some sort of a school where a lamb can be taught when to let go. He is apt to want it all and gets pinched while playing the hog. What a colored man wants to fool with "get-rich-quick" concerns for when he has his little "bones" and can juggle with the fascinating "gig," is a mystery. 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A SOLDIER CITIZEN. that make men great. In all that he writes, there is a minor chord of sympathy that goes out for the relief and welfare of the poor and needy. This eloquent divine is forging broad and deep his way into the crowded ranks of Negro writers. Our enemies always look at the dark and rough side of anything that we may attempt to accomplish, whether that object be the building of a church the writing of a book or the solution of a problem. The enemies of Booker T. Washington, the industrial educator, is one proof of this instance. This man is building well. As the curious throng of spectators pass along and gaze with envious eyes upon his work, we occasionally hear, above the murmur of the common strife, voices clear and strong, crying, "Let the good work go on." The theory and practice of Dr. Washington is based on the first law of nature—self-preservation. A man does not necessarily have to understand the intricacies of trigonometry in order to build houses to shelter men from the winter's storm. A man does not necessarily have to be familiar with Greek and Latin in order to till the fields whose substance finally reach, and give bone and sinew to the puny urchin in the city flat. Leaving his enemies to the contrary, the name and good works of Dr. Washington are honored and praised as far as a newspaper is circulated or wherever books are read. He is running in the race of life and is not getting weary. His hands labor with the willingness of the lover's hand. The principle of his faith is based on the foundation of civilization, and if he keeps it he will not fail for he will be founded on a rock, eternal as the hills. J. W. Hood, D. D., senior bishop of the A. M. E. Zion denomination, has but few equals, and no superiors, perhaps, in the literary firmament of calm and temperate writers. His long practiced concentricity to, and unprovoked efforts of, this principle, is almost enough alone to satisfy the conscious realization of the stranger as to the condign reputation of the man. THE LOAN STAR STATE What The Afro Americans are Doing in Corsicana and in that Section Corsicana, Texas, Special.—Your paper has been the favorite one among our people here for some time, and as it grows older its influence is widening. We only trust that the time is not far distant when we shall have many other Negro papers run on the order of The Colored American. Long live The Colored American to do work for the race! Corsicana, Texas, is a city of 10,000 inhabitants, situated in Central Texas, about 54 miles from Dallas. THE OXORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. South, and on the H. & T. C. R. R. It has a colored population of about two thousand, and is noted for its thrifty and industrious people, both white and colored. It has a splendid system of public schools, and all other improvements indicative of a progressive people. It is the first oil town in the state, being located in the county in which the first petroleum oil was found, in quantities sufficient to create an oil industry. Considerable of the wealth of the city has been acquired from the oil industry. The Afro-Americans on the whole in Corsicana are industrious and prosperous, and are endeavoring to acquire sufficient competency to keep them above want. There are some business enterprises among us, the following being the most prominent: Mr. S. J. Chesnut, the groceryman of ten years' standing, does a good business; Mr. Jas. Woods, of five or more years' standing, does a thriving business; Messrs. George and Perry, and Johnson and Durham, and F. M. Nelson, in the tonsorial business, have splendid establishments in their line, and are doing well. The latest enterprise in the city is the Peoples' Drug Store, established by Dr. W. E. Williams, recently from N. C. Dr. Williams is associated in the business by Mr. W. L. Dennis of this county. This is the first drug store the city has ever had, and indications point to much success attending the business. Dr. H. E. Williams is a recent graduate of Shaw University, N. C., and comes highly recommended. The city has two practicing physicians, Drs. G. Phipps and W. W Humphries, and with Dr. Williams mixing the drugs, while these write the prescriptions, the Afro-American patients will receive the best of treatment. There is one thing especially which shows Afro-American progress in Texas, I refer to the fact that the time has come when Negroes will patronize Negro enterprises. This is a good sign and will be a blessing to the race in the way of material success. The 20th Century Literary Club has a membership of about twenty persons in the city, and is engaged in holding meetings for literary improvement. The reporter will be glad to report some of the programs rendered in future. The meetings of the club have been much frustrated on account of the inclement weather of which we have had an abundance since Xmas. The reporter will endeavor to give the political situation in Texas in future. OIL CITY LUX. WHERE TO GET THE COLORED AMERICAN. The traveling p. c, such as ministers of the gospel, politicians and theatrical people can always get a copy of The Colored American by calling at any news stand. If the dealer does not keep the paper, ask him to procure it for you. The Colored American will be greatly helped by its friends in this way. TOPICS OF TUSKEGEE Newsy Notes From the Beautiful City that Booker Washington's Genius is Building Up. Tuskegee, Ala., Special.—Work on the new buildings for the Academic Department is being pushed, and the new and commodous Administration Building is nearing completion. They will add wonderfully to the comfort and convenience to the officers and students of the school. The Conference was a gratifying success, despite the threatening of the few days preceding the sitting. Many distinguished visitors were present, in addition to the farmers of this and neighboring states. All brought messages of cheer, and the simple stories of the farming element, describing how they secured their homes, were truly inspiring. Dr. J. E. Shepard and Dr. G. G. Marcus put in some good words for the International Sunday School Association last week. They are doing excellent work for their cause. Editor C. J. Perry, of the Philadelphia Tribune, arrived too late for the Conference, but his host of friends on the grounds made up his loss by liberality and frequency of entertainment offered him. He was the guest of Mr. R. C. Bruce. Mr. R. W. Thompson arrived from Washington last week, and is taking hold in the Principal's office like a veteran. Mr. W. H. Baldwin, Jr., one of the Institute's very best friends, is spending the week here. Every year he devotes a portion of his vacation to an inspection of the workings and progress of Tuskegee. His reception at the Chapel on Tuesday evening was an ovation of immense proportions. As he entered, the applause began with vigor and enthusiasm and when he arose to speak it was several minutes before he was allowed to utter a word. No man who comes to Tuskegee meets with a warmer greeting than Mr. Baldwin. The college "yell" is always "on tap" for him. The visit of Mr. Andrew Carnegie was indefinitely postponed, on account of his serious indisposition. Mr. John D. Rockefeller, Jr., and his wife, spent the day pleasantly at the school Wednesday, and were delighted with all they saw. The finely appointed Rockefeller Hall is a monument to the substantial interest of the Rockefeller family in the welfare of the Institution. The Women's Club had a lively meeting last Friday evening. The subject for debate was "Resolved, That the modern woman finds domestic duties distasteful." The affirmative was supported by Mrs. J. W. Whittaker and Mrs. R. R. Taylor, while Mrs. Emmett J. Scott, and Mrs. J. B. Ramsey contended for the negative. After a heated discussion, in which many good points were made by both sides, the decision was given in favor of Mrs. Scott and Mrs. Ramsey. Musical selections were contributed by Misses Danella Foote, L. R. Bulkley, S. E. Edwards, Willie Napier and others. The same club gave an enjoyable "Celebrity Tea" Friday evening last in the Phelphs Hall. The new bath house for boys will be ready for occupancy in the early springtime. An odor of orange blossoms pervades the- atmosphere when certain members of the faculty are in evidence. Prof. G. W. Carver made an exhibition of how to cook common cow peas in eighteen different styles, each palatable and inviting, during the Conference, and won compliments from the ladies. The outlook for the summer school is very bright. Mr. R. C. Bruce will be the conductor, and Mr. J. Frank Armstrong is rendering valuable assistance already in preparing plans and making up the register of matriculants. It will be well for those who expect to attend, to get in before the accommodations are exhausted. The Cornegie Library is filled nightly with students and teachers, eager to take advantage of the rich outlay of books, magazines and newspapers. The library is an indispensable adjunct to the institution. Hundreds of applications are coming in from all parts of the country from young men and women who wish to enter school for the next term. The increase in the donations to the school from colored people indicate a growth of healthy interest in their own educational opportunities. SALOON. FritzReuter's WASHINGTON, D. C. HOTEL AND RESTAURANT 451 453, 455, 457 Penn. Ave. 202, 208 and 210 41 St. Northwest MOORE & PRIOLEAU, Sparta - Bullet and Cale 1210 Pa. Av. Wash., D.C. 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Cures Kid- ney and Bladder Troubles. W: M. DRURY'S RESTAURANT 1100 20th St., corner L. N. W THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. [Portrait of a man in a suit with a bow tie, facing left. The background is plain black.]] HON. TH MAS F. M'GOURIN, U. S. Marshall, Pensacola, Florida 28 [Name not visible in the image] HON. M. M. LEWEY, Editor The Sentinel, Pensacola, Florida. Rev. M. F. A. Easton, of the A. M. E. Zion Church, Washington, Pennsylvaniasays: Rev. Geo. Fraser Miller, a scholarly Negro divine of Brooklyn, N. Y., has appealed to Dr. Parkhurst for an opportunity to answer the scurrillous attacks of Rev. Wm. H. Mitchell from the pulpit of Dr. Parkhurst's church. This is eminently proper, as Rev. Mr. Miller is a native of South Carolina. Dr. Parkhurst's response has not been made public. "Many of our churches are nothing more than scalpers' ticket offices where cut rate tickets are sold to heaven, with stop-over privileges. And how many thousands stop off at parlor gamblersville, Beer city, No Harm Dance Town, Secret Lodgeville, Club city, and Theatre Valley. Those who remain on board are thrown off on account of the worthlessness of their tickets." [Name] Walden University, a vigorous educational institution for the race, will have its annual graduation exercises on Monday March 2nd next, at Nashville, Tenn. Its medical school has been in existence twenty-seven years; it's dental college seventeen years and its college of pharmacy fourteen years. Mr. Julius S. Mitchell and Mr. William J. Whipper, both of South Carolina, were admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court on the 24th ultimo on motion of Justice E. W. Hewlett. Judge Whipper will be, remembered for the brilliant part he played in the reconstruction period. 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. TWOFLORIDALEADERS MARSHALL M'GOURIN AND EDITOR M M. LEWEY. Lily Whitelsm and Party Frction at an End in The Land of Flowers-President Roosevell's Statesmanship Florida Appointments Give Satisfaction It has often been said that no condition is so bad that it might not be worse, and so while we have been surveying the spread of the contagion of "Lily Whiteism" in the South and the sequential perplexities of the Administration in dealing with this illogical excrescence upon the anatomy of the Republican party and deploring its growth, we find some comfort in observing that the virus to which it owes its presence has not yet been injected into the body of the party in the State of Florida. While war's alarms affright the faithful in some parts of the South, in the beautiful land of flowers, the very home of the fragrant orange blossom, all is peaceful—all is serene—no leader and no member of the party has the temerity to suggest such a movement and were he to do so, undoubtedly the shades of political obscurity would be his instant portion. It must not be supposed, however, that this gratifying condition is due to the fact that the party or any segment of it is asleep or that its constituent elements are not each of them keenly appreciative of the passing political events and of their bearing, (direct or relative,) upon its life and well being. A notable evidence of this fact is of recent occurrence, and shows not only the party's virility but also the vigilance with which it exacts the highest standards from its leaders and the splendid discipline with which it makes a political fight within party lines without disrupting or making more than passing ripple upon its surface. Not long since the term of office of Hon. Thomas F. McGourin, as U. S. Marshall of the Northern district of Florida, expired. The leaders promptly indorsed him for re-appointment, but for some occult reasons subsequently withdrew their endorsement and recommended Captain W. H. Northrup for the place. Just before the Christmas recess of Congress, the President in harmony with the supposed wishes of the party in Florida, nominated Captain Northrup for the position, but influential forces in the party said nay and in forty-eight hours after the nomination, his name was withdrawn.—These protesting gentlemen are all good Republicans, steadfast in the faith. They decline to desert Mr. McGourin and insisted that the original indorsement of him should be adhered to. At this point there began the most earnest and bitter contest ever known in Republican politics in Florida. Prompt and judicious organization of the forces favorable to the incumbent resulted in the appearance in Washington, immediately after the re-assembling of Congress, of a formidable and as proven an invincible delegation of representative Floridians in Mr. McGourin's interest. One of the most influential factors among them and one to whom the others gracefully and unanimously yielded the leadership, was Mr. M. M. Lewey, of Pensacola, Florida, who was the only colored member of the delegation. By his charming manners and high cultivation, he obtained ready access to the President and had a most cordial conference with the Chief Executive, which not only developed the President's acute sympathy with the object of Mr. Lewey's visit, but extended to a wide survey of the whole political situation in Florida.. The immediate result was the prompt nomination of Mr. McGourin to succeed himself. While the confirmation of McGourin did not occur till last Thursday, 26th ultimo, a little over one month following his nomination, shows conclusively that every foot of ground has been hotly contested, and the victory is much more to be admired because of the hard-fought battle from start to finish. It should, however, be stated, that Continued on 5th page. CATARRH THIRTY YEARS. The Remarkable Experience of a Prominent Statesman—Congressman Meekison Gives Pe-ru-na a High Endorsement. Congressman Meekison of Ohio. Hon. David Meekison is well known not only in his own State, but throughout America. He was elected to the Fifty-fifth Congress by a very large majority, and is the acknowledged leader of his party in his section of the State. Only one flaw marred the otherwise complete success of this rising statesman. Catarrh with its insidious approach and tenacious grasp, was his only unconquered foe. For thirty years he waged unsuccessful warfare against this personal enemy. At last Peruna came to the rescue. He writes: "I have used several bottles of Peruna and I feel greatly benefited there by from my catarrh of the head. I feel encouraged to believe that if I use it a short time longer I will be fully able to eradicate the disease of thirty years' standing."—David Meekison, Member of Congress. If you do not derive prompt and satisfactory results from the use of Peruna, write at once to Dr. Hartman, giving a full statement of your case and he will be pleased to give you his valuable advice gratis. Address Dr. Hartman, President of The Hartman Sanitarium, Columbus, Ohio. Wanted A few colored boys and girls to canvass for a first class line of goods in the following territories: Washington, D.C., Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, North Carolina and Pennsylvania two-thirds of our agents on straight salary from one to two dollars per day. General agents from $12 00 to $15 00 per week and board. This company live up to every iota of their contracts. Good chance for idle school teachers, dressmakers and other poor people who have no work and no money. Call at The Colored American office from 9 to 11 a.m. Wm. H. Brown, Mgr. Cuts and Illustrations The Maurice Joyce Engraving Co. Evening Star Building Washington, DC . a men es A &f Gas Behe fh) ~ (fe ef Vip | voy WC 4 bi 6) = Se ) ———— ett. = ee Se SS ee | / Cra SSS SS SS = ~ THE TWO WINGS OF THE PARTY. The white republicans, known as the ‘Lily Whites” have never been well pleased with the actions of President Roosevelt, and the recent acts in connection with the Negro question have made the feeling all the more marked. —Exchange. Se eS ee re THE FORTNIGHT LITERARY | arter the interests before the Interior SOCIETY. Department of a delegation of Semin- Monday night at the Ebenezer A. M. E. Church, a large and appreciative audience was delightfully entertained. The subject of discussion was, “The Home and Educational Training of our Girls.” Rev. Flagg read some extracts from the A, M. E. Budget, which open- ed the way for discussion. The Presi- dent, Dr. C. C. Fry called on Miss A. F. Howard principal of Wormley School. Miss Howard’s experience as a teacher made her eminently fit to give many practical suggestions. She was received with hearty applause. Miss Tillman, Miss Beason and others responded in a very tellmg manner. Then Rey. C. H. Steptean was called, whose address ended the discussion for the evening. Miss Solo Johnson, musical instructor in the public schools had charge of the musical part of the program, and with a number of child- ren from the school rendered delight- ful music. Subject for March 15th: “Has the Negro Made Progress in Proportion to Opportunity Given?” Dr. C. C. Fry is doing all in his power to awaken a lively interest in this de- partment of work. MADE A TEN STRIKE. Marietta, O., February—The Wilgera Oil & Gas Company, of Columbus, O., the fifty thousand dollar company re- cently organized by colored men, has made a ten-strike in this county, the richest oil county in Ohio. They have now under lease in this county 450 acres of land, approved cil lands, and on one of their tract have two gas and an oil well, and the oil on reaching the Kingsly sand, at a depth of 1080 feet, shows a good flow of oil. They are making arrangements to sink other wells in this and in Morgan county. With their lands in this county, and in Morgan county, and in West Virginia, they now control 616 acres of rich oil and gas lands, and the future points to immense riches for the company. Those who were in- clined te be skeptical, because the company was a colored organization, have now had their eyes opened by the Wonderful push and success of the company. They have demonstrated what colored men can do when they combine, \ DISTINGUISHED VISITOR. \ more than ordinarily distinguish- «d looking gentleman has been taking the interesting sights of the Capital nd incidentally looking after various business matters in the person of Col. J. Coody Johnson. The Col. is a heavy weight from ‘very point of view, tipping the “sales at more than 200 pounds and “rrying successfully the affairs of a "se section of the Indian Territory, “ith the ease of a trained and talented mind. Resides being a large landed pro- »riclor and stockman he has the dis- ‘nction of being one ef the best in- ‘*rpreters of the various Indian lan- Suaces in that part of the country, and in that capacity has been looking THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D.G) after the interests before the Interior Department of a delegation of Semin- oles, with headquarters at the National Hotel. Col..Johnson’s experiences in earlier days as cattle herder over the ranges of New Mexico, Texas, and Arizona, are most thrilling. He was a college mate with our es- teemed townsman, Mr. John H. Payn- ter, and has met and talked with mem- bers of our business men on the sub- stantial possibilities for race develop- ment in that great western country. THE JANE MOSELEY. The pleasure seekers of the District are down for a good time this summer, and The Jane Moseley, the magnificent and palatial steamer owned by the eclored people and operated by The Freedman’s Transportation Land and Improvement Co., has been rigged up in gay attire for the summer season. The officers of this company are wide- awake, intelligent aggressive men, and they will leave no stone unturned to fill the bills to the fullest measure and to the pleasure and comfort of those, who will run excursions down the Potomac the coming season. The Jane Moseley has been overhauled, re- painted, refurnished, reupholstered and equipped in up to date fashion; and is now ready to receive charters. The company owns its own wharf and offers the very best inducements to clubs, churches, lodges and _ societies for charters. Mr. Lewis Jefferson, the general manager, assisted by his en- terprising secretary, Mr. James L. Neill, in speaking to the Washington public say that they are going to, and are anxious to give the public its money’s worth. They have the con- fidence of the people and should have, as they so richly deserve the patronage of the whole people. TWO FLORIDA LEADERS Continued from fourth page. much of the success of Mr. Lewey’s mission and of the satisfactory char- acter of his conference with the Pres- ident was due to the ready and active interest of General J. §. Clarkson, who was indefatigable 1 his efforts to assist the delegation in the ac- complishment of their mission. Sen- ator Hanna, a warm friend of Mr. Mc- Gourin, must be specially mentioned here because of his personal activity in McGourin’s behalf. Mr. Lewey, who feels justly proud of his achievemnt, is a prominent and a notable figure in the political and eco- nomical affairs of Florida. He is a na- tive of Maryland, having been born in Baltimore. He was a gallant soldier during the war of 1861, enlisting in early youth in the famous 55th Massa- chusetts regiment, and he bears the scars of honorable wounds received in that terrific and bloody battle at Honey Hill, South Carolina, November 30, 1864. He is a graduate of Lincoln Uni. versity, Pennsylvania, and a capable gentleman of high standing in the city of Pensacola, where he is respected by both races alike. Since 1887 he has been the manager and publisher of the “Florida Sentinel,” of that city, one of the most influential, dignified and suc aanméee lapcrican papers in the country. Mr. Leweys course in the case of Mr. McGourin might well have been expected of him. It is in absolute accord with the high principles which have ever dominated his life. Mr. McGourin has made a conscien- tious, upright and impartial official. His loyalty to the party was unques- tionable, he had the endorsement of the party leaders for re-appointment and Mr. Lewey felt that the nomination of Captain Northrup was, under the cir- cumstances, at once an injustice to and a reflection upon the incumbent and that all right thinking Republi- cans were morally bound to support the latter for reappointment. Hence the activity and hence the admirable result. Mr. Lewey’s motives in es- pousing Mr. McGourin’s cause were not altogether cr essentially political. Ardent himself in the promotion of all the material interests of his state, without regard to the narrowness of Negro elevation purely, he has ever found a_ kindred spirit in Mr. Me- Gourin, who has always been equally ambitious that the state should at- tain a high position in galaxy of suc- cessful commonwealths and who was ever public spirited and prepared to make every personal sacrifice to that end. In thus eulegizing Mr. Lewey for the great success accomplished in this matter, just @ibute should not be withheld from Hon. John Eagan, U. S. Attorney for the Northerg District of Florida, who was a member of the delegation to Washington, who prior to their departure from Florida prepared all the many papers incident to the proper presentation of the matter te the President, and who contributed in a large measure to strengthen the hands of Mr. Lewey in his quest. During his visit to this city, Mr. Lewey has been the recipient of much attention and has proven as welcome and genial in Washington’s social cir- cles as he has been influential and successful in the political field. Governor Pinchback, Recorder Dan- cy, Judge Terrell, Editor Cooper,’ Law- yer Reuben S. Smith, Register Lyons and Assistant Register Cyrus Field Adams, have been among the many prominent Washington residents who have given Mr. Lewey the proverbial “glad hand,” and they in common with all the many other friends this genial and winning gentleman has made dur- ing his stay—regret his early depart- ure and wish him God speed in a con- tinued career of usefulness and honor. The New Orleans police do not tackle the Negro directly now. They first smoke him out and then kill him. Aiterwards they inquire what he is charged with. The United States has been patient with Santo Domingo. Minister Powell is untying the diplomatic hard knots without the aid of a gunboat. The New England Negroes are agi j tating the propriety of holding a suf frage convention at Cleveland, Ohio in June next. Fathers and mothers, where do your boys spend their evenings? Look them up and perhaps save yourselves years of regret and grief. Se he ee Pee 5 DRESS MAKING ACADEMY. The de Lam Orton Famous French Perfe° tion Fatlor System Mme J. A. Smallwood Sole Agent 1513 Madison street, northwest, Morning class from 9a.m.tolp. m, Afternoon ciass 2 to 5p. m. daily, Mondays, Wedeecdaty ean aE. arag on: Se an makers and ladies Who Wish to do Thee dressmi E~ S@ WANTZD—To learn the wondertal De Lam Orton French Perfection Tailor System. Seamless Basques without one inch of Visible Seam, in lining or goods, not even on the shoulder, Successful dressmaking requires as much earnest progressive study as success. tul work in any of the Professions, No detail iso small to be looked after. We teach you to Ke dresses with or without seam and guarantee perfect fits, and complete your course with a diploma. Pupils can enter at any time. The Livingston Dressmaking School. The Livingston Dress cutting and Dress making Schoo! is offering anew attraction A class has bees formed in which im broidery as applied to personal adornme t is taught. Miss Charlott E, Hunter bas been placed in charge cf this work. Persons de. siring to learn decorative embroider should apply at once to Mrs. L. R, Clarke, principal oe asonly a limited number can pe taken 4#Terms etc-, cheerfully turnished at_the school, 1489 W Street Northwest. eS Dressmak ng. aine TT... xe ee oe eee Making, Ladies Tailoring, Designing. Em- broidery and Millinery, 1439 W st.n. w., Branch schools, Y. M.C.A_No- 1a, Drdid Hill, Ave., Baltimore, Md. and Lynchburg, Va- a If you have a spare room that you would like to rent tc desirable parties, advertise them in The Colored American. a WANTED~—Reliable colored help for general house work. &c, in good homes in New Hngland GoodWa : ply with referencés as to abili- cee r i, Susie White, 1747 Oregon Ave FOR RENT—One large front room in good lo cality with all modern improvements, convenien se cars and herdicks, 1625 Corcoran St. N. W: ap ply to Mr. j, B. Patterson —————— FOR REN1-—Furnished rooms, front and tear. all modern improvements. Gentlemen preferred. s4o Elm street, n. w., Le Droit Fak KOK REN1—Bright, furnished rooms with board half block of car line. Meals served also to persons not lodging ia the house, N- J. Buudy. o41 Tstreet northwest. te. (A a FUNISHED ROOMS—For rent with or with- out board. Apply at 407 Warner street n, w. FOR RENT—Nicely furnished front room: suitable for two gentlemen or man and wife, $0.00 per month. 920 asth st. n. w- WANTED—Jnstructor for private dancing, Waltzing only. Address Mrs. W. H. Johnson, 459 C street, n- w,, Washington, D. C, LT Please Help Me Find My Broother « ‘Saunk Joyce was sold in Mecklenburg, Virginia several y ears before the civil war, to Cunnigan a Negro trader. His mother, Willie, was a slave on the Joyce plantation. He had One sister Betty, who is very anxious to find him Any in formation will be gladly received. 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This will also apply to a number of gelinquent subscribers who are considerably in ar- THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. A GOLD HUNTER. An Enterprising Southerner who is Making a FortuneD n for The Yellow Metal in Colorado The unceasing attention which The Colored American pays to the efforts of our people towards the higher life, never fails to be rewarded. There is always some new character in the forefront to whose struggles and success we can be pointed out with pride and from which can be deduced a moral. The man, whose career should be most widely known as of distinct honor to his race is Mr. M. C. Johnson, of Cripple Creek, Colorado. But a decade ago he was a poor, friendless Negro, among the submerged millions of the race in the South, but discontent with his surroundings was in his very blood. He absorbed it with every breath. Fate or fortune, ambition or advice, whatever the moving cause led him up out of the Southland and Westward to the land of greatest possibilities. He settled in Colorado and at once gave his entire attention to the various kinds of mining. His active and retentive memory, his unflagging industry and his consuming thirst for knowledge soon made him an expert both in the valuable mines and in systematic methods of operating them when located. With his partner, Mr. W. A. Smith, Mr. Johnson has acquired some of the most desirable mining properties in Colorado and is fortunate enough to have gained a competence as the result of his expert knowledge and thrift. This is also true of Mr. Smith. The partners own jointly large properties within a mile and a half of the town of Cripple Creek, Colorado, and they are seriously considering whether they will not afford others of their race the opportunity to share, with them the golden promises of their ventures. It is, however, Mr. Johnson's personal success to which attention is directed, and no less to the moral which it teaches. Here is one Negro who did not see fit to remain within the iron chains of environment, who struck out manfully and faced his fate in an untried field, sustained only by a conscious mental and moral rectitude and a strong right arm. Why he just compelled success, and so can each and all of the Negro race with the same conscience and the same application to the duties, which face them. Mr. Johnson's financial possibilities are only circumscribed by the probable duration of his life, and should his present mental and physical vigor continue to attend his life, he will in a few short years doubtless be described as Colorado's great millionaire Negro. THE AFRO-AMERICAN COUNCIL The great Afro-American Council has announced that its next annual meeting will be held at Louisville, Kentucky, July 7th, 8th and 9th, next. The meeting has been extensively advertised and our advices are that it will be largely attended. This is as it should be. In the present grave crisis in the race's history the best thought is essential to determine how we shall steer our bark in the present troubled waters. The Council is alive to its responsibilities. One of its main interests s the securng of a fund to continue the fight up to the Court of last resort, against the iniquitous suffrage amendments in Southern constitutions. This fund should not be less than ten thousand dollars, and it is hoped that the liberality of our people and of their friends will make this sum available by the time of the Council's meeting in July. The following is their plan of organization: Any person who has sufficient interest in the matter can send invitations to leading Afro-American citizens who are interested in the amelioration of the condition of our race, to meet in some private house, church or hall, according to the number invited. If as many as ten assemble and are willing to subscribe to the objects set forth in the constitution, they can be organized by the election of the following officers: President, Vice-President, Secretary, Asst. Secretary, Treasurer, Chaplain, Sergeant at Arms and an Executive Committee of five members.—See Constitution, page 22. Membership in National Council. Religious and secular organizations, Afro-American newspapers, academic schools and colleges which have for their aim and work the mental and moral elevation of the Afro-American race, are invited to unite with the Council. Such organizations can be identified with the Council by payment of five dollars, which must be sent to Mr. C. F. Adams, 934 O St., Washington, D. C. Throw Away Your Cruss and be Happy. Don't Wear a Truss any Longer. We Can PosselyCure You, Without Cutting or Pain. No Detention From Business or Waste of Valuable Time. 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But, nevertheless, the United States has never, in the years it has pleased Providence to give us an earthly existence, had a man in the White House who embodied in so many respects and so completely, the typical American—the strenuous, high-purposed, rich-blooded, energetic, athletic, versatile, volatile and thorough-bred gentlemen—as Theodore Roosevelt. A mighty hunter, a chivalrous antagonist, an aristocrat of democratic proclivities, full of health and as well-balanced mentally as physically, at home, on the field of battle, and in the drawing-room, generous alike to masses and classes, the personification of justice and equity, we have at once in this remarkable combination of brain and brawn, the master of statecraft and the admirable Crichton of polite society—at once the warrior, the civilian, the intrepid knight-errant and the economist, the embodiment of blood and iron, and the polished man of letters. Where in all the land, where in all the quarters of the earth, has Nature made a counterpart to this genius, who by the ordination of the Almighty, has become President of the destiny-controlling power of the world? The historian who shall venture to record the story of this century will write in letters of fire, beside the names of Luther, of Bismarck, of Gladstone, of Gambetta, of Washington, Franklin, Lincoln and Grant, the proud scion of the house of Roosevelt. Theodore Roosevelt never was a follower of men, he is not now in the rear. He is essentially a leader of thought—a moulder of sentiment—a creator of --- standards. He conceives an idea, and if it "squares" with his conception of right, as enunciated by Christ from the Mount of Olives, and emphasized by Paul from the summit of Mars Hill, the clamor of the unenlightened and the fear of those who sit in the seats of the mighty, are alike powerless to shake him from the foundation thus built upon the rock of eternal truth. Without bombast or braggadocio, Theodore Roosevelt is ahead of the party upon every issue of moment. He is in accord with the great hearts of the American people upon every question involving the national honor, or the welfare of the toiler. He is opposed to the grinding trusts, which traffic mercilessly with the necessities of mankind. He came to the rescue en the coal famine boded evil for millions. He pleads for reciprocity, as a means of modifying, yet sustaining and strengthening our prosperity-producing policy of protection. He counsels tariff revision in the interest of the consumer, without menacing the existence and development of our relations with the people of our new possessions, and asks for them the privilege of our common country as rapidly as they shall demonstrate their capacity for appreciating them. Upon the vexed question of citizenship, as it refers to the black and white, he takes that all men stand as equals under the Constitution, and that the door of hope shall not be barred against any one because of race, color or condition, previous or present. He stands for national greatness, national dignity, and national integrity in the army, the navy, and in civil life, and represents in deed and in spirit, the principles of the fathers who sacrificed their all for the perpetuity of the American Republic. The future of our government and the enlargement of her free institutions are safe as long as so sturdy, unselfish, far-sighted and incorruptible a patriot as Theodore Roosevelt guides the American Ship of State. He is, more conspicuously and aggressively than any other Chief Executive, the typical American President. There are probably no living descendents of Crispus Attucks, but if one of them should turn up and apply for admission to the Sons or Daughters of the Revolution, there would be something doing. We are vicious enough to wish for some such centre shot into the ranks of these "I am holier than thou people" who steal the livery of patriotism to serve the devil of aristocracy. SOUTH CAROLINA PASTIMES Another murder is reported from South Carolina—this time also among the whites. It occurred near Spartanburg and appears to have created only a passing ripple on the surface of affairs there. But a few weeks ago a local magistrate in that state, himself the representative of law and order, was sent to jail to await trial for the brutal murder of a fellow-citizen, next the Lieutenant Governor of the state sacrificed a valued and useful man's life to his overheated idea of "honor," now a school teacher, a school principal too, sends into eternity the soul of one of his own pupils after a disgraceful fist fight. This is but the natural harvest from sowing the dragon's teeth. We are taught by the temperance folks of the brutalizing effects of alcohol upon its victims, of the degenerates in the second generation which it produces, and saddest of all of the dense ignorance of the victim touching his progress to moral infamy, and we find a close analogy in this wanton disregard among Southern white men of the commandment "Thou shalt do no murder" and in the lightness with which they view human life even among their own race and their own neighbors. The conclusion cannot be resisted, that the murders, lynchings and outrages which have for a long series of years been the portion of the Southern Negro has been re-acting upon the perpetrators, that they have sapped the white man's moral nature, and have developed an appetite, a gluttony for blood which the crimes against the Negro cannot appease. The Negro needs protection it is true, but civilization among the white men of the South is itself at stake, and we present the thought to their conservative and up- right men as another factor in the great Southern problem which demands solution Its correction will be materially aided by a healthy public sentiment, demanding that the full extent of the law shall be given to every murderer, whether white or black. With all its shortcomings, there are many things for which the Republican party commands admiration. One of them is the splendid discipline enforced in the ranks of members of the House of Representatives during the session of Congress which is now closing. The Omnibus Public Building Bill has displaced the River and Harbor bill, as the "pork barrel., of the majority for the nonce, and though its fate was trembling in the balance, the Republicans rallied to the support of the program prepared by the leaders and over and over again buried the Democrats under a practically unanimous opposition. After the policy of the leaders was carried out, and the measures determined on were favorably disposed of, then reward came in the withdrawal of opposition to the Public Buildings bill, and members may now return to their constituents ready for congratulations, without the need of defense for unfulfilled campaign promises. AS OTHERS SEE HIM. Of course it is well to remember that there are some people who are absolutely beyond reason when their prejudices are running riot, but by the side of the noisy mouthings of the coterie of Boston and Washington defamers of the work being done at Tuskegee, we would make reference to a statement published very recently in one of the foremost newspapers of the country. To us it seems to answer fully and decisively every contention of this little band of notoriety seekers. The Brooklyn Eagle, in a very discriminating editorial with reference to Mr. Booker T. Washington's address before the Brooklyn Institute of Arts and Sciences, Sunday evening, February 22nd, has the following to say, which will be found of interest by black men throughout the world: "The Institute did well to secure Booker T. Washington for its Washington's Birthday orator. The significance and the suggestiveness of a black man talking on the "Educational and Industrial Emancipation of the Negro" on the anniversary of the Father and Founder of American liberty, were manifest. Surely, the world does move. Men as representative as A. A. Healy, Albert J. Lyman, and W. H. Baldwin expressed the views of the audience on Mr. Washington's address in fitting terms. In some minds still, Mr. Washington will be disposed of by the natural but erroneous remark: "For a Negro he is a clever man, but if he were a white man, he would not be regarded as anything extraordinary." That will not be said by anyone who has heard him. Those who have heard him,—and they include minds like the presidents of Princeton, Columbia, Yale, Harvard and Cornell Universities, Senators, Clergymen, Bankers and Poets—know that his abilities are remarkable in themselves and that few white men have to their credit such a record of wise thought, fine humor, stirring eloquence and great results in character-building, as this man has to his. Not the race to which he belongs, but the obstacles which he has overcome, and the justice which he is able to render to both races from him with distinction. The marvel is that he is made neither boastful nor vindicative, nor vain nor unjust, by the recognition of his uncommon gifts. His duty is seen plainly before him. He treads no other path. The National Baptist Foreign Mission Board which operates missions in Africa, South America and some of the West Indies, is to have a grand rally on Easter Sunday, April 12th next. By that time it hopes to raise five thousand dollars for mission purposes. The Board is the organ of the National Baptist Convention, which meets in Philadelphia in September of this year. Local Baptists should contribute freely to this laudable effort. The convention, as well as its foreign mission board, is composed of colored men exclusively, and they have been doing a grand work. (Four colored tr-states of Howrrd University) BISHOP B F LEE BISHOP B F LEE REV F J GRIMKE MR J H MERLI WEATHER MR J H MERLI WEATHER BI HOLB F EANNER The Grip Leaves Thousands in its Path Weak, Nervous, Dyspeptic, Catarrh Wrecks. "For Grip and the after effects like debility, nervousness, dyspepsia and other catarrhal conditions resulting from the Grip, in the entire Materia Medica I have found no remedy that equals Peruna for prompt action"—Dr. S.B. Hartman, President The Hartman Sanitarium. From N.Y. Journal. "During the recent Grip epidemic, claiming a million victims or more, the efficiency of Peruna in quickly relieving this malady and its after-effects has been the talk of the continent." THE GEORGE H. WHITE LAND AND IMPROVEMENT COMPANY OF CAPE MAY, N. J., AND THE TOWN OF WHITESBORO, CAPE MAY COUNTY, IN A THRIVING CONDITION. This Land and Improvement Company of Cape May County, New Jersey, established a little over a year ago by ex-Congressman, Geo. H. White, of North Carolina, had a meeting of considerable interest in his law office, 609 F street northwest, yesterday afternoon. We understand the company has seventy-seven snares of stock, all of which were represented but three shares. The president, Prof. Samuel H. Vick, of Wilson, N. C., the muchtalked-of Postmaster, was present and presided. The report of the Secretary and Treasurer disclosed the transaction of much business and shows the company to be in a thriving condition About 200 lots in the town of Whitesboro have been sold for the aggregate sum of about $12,000. The collections since the last regular annual meeting aggregate something over $4,000. Mr. White, the Secretary and Treasurer, reported that some of the patrons had commenced building on the premises and recommended that the company, at a very early date, construct an Inn for the accommodation of its members and friends during the heated summer months. The advisibility of establishing a saw-mill and brick factory was also discussed. The company was very much pleased with the work done by its Secretary, Treasurer and General Manager. They will continue to push the sales of lots, the erection of buildings and many other improvements which tend to develop a flourishing town in the near future. Their have an abundance of material for cord wood and have already cut something over seven hundred cords. Their colony now consists of about twenty-five inhabitants and dozens of others are expected to come in as soon as the spring opens. Carpenters, brick masons and painters are kept busy. This is an enterprise well worth the favorable consideration and patronage of our people. The management is well known to the public and commands the confidence and respect of all acquainted with those connected with this project. SYKES-MATHEWS MARRIAGE Goldsboro, N. C. Special.—One of the prettiest marriages we have ever witnessed was celebrated in St. James Methodist Episcopal Church on Wednesday night of last week. Long before 8 o'clock the church was literally packed with a well dressed audience. There were also a good number of white friends present. Sharply at 8:15 the familiar strains of the Mendelsohn wedding march wafted upon the wings of the evening zephyr, refilled us with love and appreciation for the two souls that were made one, while the impressive ceremony was being performed by Rev. C. L. Alexander, the organist of the occasion, Miss Julia A. Amee, rendered as an instrumental solo, "O Promise Me," whichc seemed to have made the solemn vow the more emphatic. The bride, Miss Lena Mathews, was handsomely gowned in white organdie, with white silk lining, the veil being caught with an elegant sunburst, a present from the groom. The bride carried a lovely bouquet of carnations and roses. The bridal party consisted of Miss A. Scott and Mr. Fred Mackey, Miss Mary Artis, Mr. Samuel Hobbs, Miss G. Ella Bryant and Mr. George Thompson. The bridesmaids were sweetly dressed in white organdies, while the gentlemen were all well dressed in full evening suits. Each lady carried a large boquet of choice flowers. The bride and groom left that night on the Western bound train for several points West. We hope this young couple a smooth journey through life. "JULIET." Doings in Hot Springs Virginia. Hot Springs, Va., Special.—The United Waiters Union will hold its first annual session at Hot Springs, Va., beginning May 4th 1903 and closing May 6th. We are looking forward for a large delegation. Never in the history of this country has there been THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON. LIKE A DEMON grip has crossed our country. leaving behind scores of physical wrecks. Victims of catarrh of the head, catarrh of the throat, catarrh of the lungs, catarrh of the stomach, catarrh of the kidneys, catarrh of the pelvic organs, are to be counted by hundreds of thousands. Grip is epidemic catarrh, and sows the seed of chronic catarrh within the system. This is so true that few grip sufferers are able to make a complete recovery until they have used Peruna. Never in the history of medicine has a remedy received such unqualified and universal eulogies as Peruna. A New York Alderman's Experience. Hon. Joseph A. Flinn, alderman Fifth District, writes from 104 Christopher street, New York City, as follows: "When a pestilence overtakes our people we take precaution as a nation to preserve the citizens against the dread disease. "La grippe has entered thousands of our homes this fall, and I noticed that the people who used Peruna were quickly restored, while those who depended on doctor's prescriptions, spent weeks in recovering, leaving them weak and emaciated. "I had a slight attack of la grippe and at once took Peruna, which drove the held a meeting of this kind, nor never has there been an organization of this kind for the protection and benefit of Negro waiters. Truly the Negro waiters have never had anything they could call their own, before the existence of the United Waiters Union. This God sent organization was incorporated and organized May 2nd, 1902, with earnest, whole hearted, God-fearing men at its head. Men who were willing to sacrifice their means and time to formulate an organization for the betterment of the condition of the Negro waiters. The Waiters Union pays a weekly sick dues of $1.25 to $2.25 per week and a death endowment of $75.00. Her headquarters are located at Covington, Va., with subordinate lodges being established throughout the entire country. Lodge No. 1 held her monthly meeting Monday night with a large attendance. After transaction of her business some very encouraging remarks were said by the President, Mr. R. N. Smith, Gen. Secretary, S. D. Pannell and Mr. M. G. Perry. disease out of my system in a few days and did not hinder me from pursuing my daily work. "I should like to see our Board of Health give it official recognition and have it used generally among our poor sick people in Greater New York."—Joseph A. Flinn. D. L. Wallace, a charter member of the International Barber's Union, writes from 15 Western avenue, Minneapolis, Minn.: "Following a severe attack of la grippe I seemed to be affected badly all over. I suffered with a severe backache, indigestion and numerous ills, so I could neither eat nor sleep, and I thought I would give up my work, which I could not afford to do. "One of my customers who was greatly helped by Peruna advised me to try it, and I procured a bottle the same day. I used it faithfully and felt a marked improvement. During the next two months I took five bottles, and then felt splendid. Now my head is clear, my nerves steady, I enjoy food, and rest well. Peruna has been worth a dollar a dose to me."—D. L. Wallace. Mr. O. H. Perry, Atchison, Kansas, writes: "Again, after repeated trials of your medicines, Peruna and Manafin, I give this as my expression of the wonderful R. N. Smith, President of the United Waiters' Beneficial Union, has been successful in establishing a lodge in Richmond, Va. S. H. Gay, one of the chartered members of the Covington lodge No. 1, died in Charlottesville, Va., Thursday, February 12th. The United Waiters' Union paid his death benefits, which amount of $50.00, and he received sick benefit dues for three months. Mr. S. H. Gay was a devoted member of the Waiters' Union, and did a great deal for the interest of the lodge. R. N. Smith hopes to establish a lodge in Washington D. C., in the near future, as he is putting fourth every effort in that direction. John W. Coleman, of Washington, D. C., 3rd waiter for the Homestead Hotel, Hot Springs, Va., will leave Thursday with crew of waiters for Hot Springs. "THE HIAWATHA CHORUS." Under the able direction of Prof. John T. Layton, the finishing touches are now being put to this great com- results of your very valuable medicine in its effects in my case after repeated trials. "First, it cured me of chronic bronchitis of fifteen years' standing by using two bottles of Peruna in January, 1894, and no return of it. "After I was cured of bronchitis I had la gripe every winter for several winters. But, through the use of Peruna, it got gradually weaker in its severity, until it dwindled down to a mere stupor for two or three days. Now the stupor does not trouble me any more."—O. H. Perry. A Congressman's Experience. Peruna Medicine Co., Columbus, Ohio. Gentlemen—"I am more than satisfied with Peruna, and find it to be an excellent remedy for the grip and catarrh. I have used it in my family and they all join me in recommending it as an excellent remedy." Very respectfully. If you do not receive prompt and satisfactory results from the use of Peruna, write at once to Dr. Hartman, giving a full statement of your case, and he will be pleased to give you his valuable advice gratis. Address Dr. Hartman, President of The Hartman Sanitarium, Columbus, O. position. The concert will take place in Metropolitan Church, April 23rd. The singing will be supported by an adequate orchestra of profession of professional musicians. Mrs. Kathyrine Skeene-Mitchell, of Cleveland, has consented to come on and sing the soprano solos; Mr. Sidney Woodward will sing the tenor, and Mr. Harry Burleigh, the baritone. With such eminent soloists the musical public may expect a really fine production. There was quite an interesting meeting at St. Paul's A. M. E. Church last Sunday. Prof. Wm. Jennifer, A. B., was the chief speaker of the occasion. His subject: "The Ill-advised, Ill-assorted, Unfortunate Marriages," was handled in a way that was both convincing and edifying to the audience and stamps the speaker as one of the foremost thinkers of his race. The passage of the Jim Crow bill will be a great advertisement for the Louisiana Purchase Exposition.