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The COLORED American A-NATIONAL NEGRO NEWSPAPER VOL. X, NO. 2 The Hiawatha Concert. THE HIGHEST EXPRESSION OF MUSICAL CULTURE. The Masterpiece of the Anglo-African Rendered to Perfection by a Select Washington Chorus—The Personnel of the Soloists, Director and Instrumentalists—The Legend and a Vivid Description Therof. On Thursday, the 23rd inst, one hundred and sixty colored men and women, under the direction of Prof. John T. Layton, and accompanied by Miss Mary E. Europe and Mrs. Robert Pelham, Jr., at two pianos and Mr. William Braxton at a vocalion rendered the cantata, "Hiawatha." The work is by S. Coleridge-Taylor, the Anglo-African composer, of London, England, for whom the organization is named—The S. Colebridge-Taylor Choral Society. This was the initial performance and the Society was enthusiastically greeted by musicians, music lovers, and society people of both races, who filled all available space in the great auditorium of the Metropolitan A. M. E. Church. The performance was as brilliant as as it was pretentious, for under less capable direction and with less efficient singers, the unmastered difficulties of an unusually hard score would have mared a work which this excellent rendition proved to be of marvellous, intrinsic beauty. On this occasion, without doubt, because the superiority of the soloists, the directors and the chorus, we had the highest expression of musical culture that the race has given. No exception is made of the commendable effort of Mr. Drury in New York, for our information is that his successes have been more social than musical, while the rendition of "Hiawatha" by the S. Coleridge-Taylor Society in the light of cold, professional criticism was a triumph of intelligent musicianship, pure and simple. In speaking of the cantata itself, perhaps I can do no better than to quote from my article in the Evening Star of the 22d inst. Hiawatha. Hiawatha is a cantata with orchestral accompaniment, based upon Longfellow's poem. It is a triology consisting of "Hiawatha's Wedding Feast," the "Death of Minehaha" and "Hiawatha's Departure." Each is complete in itself, having no connection whatever, save that each is based upon a scene from the same poem. The musical idea of each part, therfore, is distinct, and developed without refer- ```markdown ``` WASHINGTON, D.C., MAY 1, 1903. ence to the others. Mr. Coleridge-Taylor gives, however, three musical pictures which may be helpfullystudied side by side. In "Hiawatha's Wedding Feast" there's the joy and merriment incident to a nuptial scene, and the music is buoyant, cheerful and jubilant. In the "Death of Minnehaha" is heard the saddest of stories, but beau-tifully told. Soul-stirring indeed is the scene in which one hears the wailing of faithful old Nokomis and witnesses the deadly sorow of stricken Hiawatha as the spectres Famine and Fever enter the wigwam and bear away the lovely Minnehaha. In this second part is doubtless the best of the triology, not, however, because here the composer reaches the culmination of his art, but because the poem at this point lends itself to a higher or rather a more dramatic musical treatment. The transition of "Hiawatha's De- pature" is in no sense sudden, and the magnificent chorus at the end, "And they said 'Farewell, Hiawatha,'" is a most fitting climax to the triology. A short but suggestive prelude prepares us for a bright, buoyant soprano spring song, which will in turn make us receptive for the wonderful tale of Iogoo, the returned traveler, respecting the coming of pale-faced strangers; a tale which the warriors and women listen to with derision. Then with that adaptation of sound to sense in its largest, broadest use, so characteristic of modern musical genius, Mr. Coleridge-Taylor varies our moods successively to jest, pity, generosity and finally to that triumph of hope over despair which leads the bereaved Hiawatha to take farewell of faithful old Nokomis, of his warriors and young men, and start out on the journey to his beloved Minnehaha. Continued on page PRICE, FIVE CENTS A BAPTIST JUBILEE. THE PROGRESS OF TWENTY YEARS. Great Love Feast and Family Reunion at the 19th St., Baptist Church—Dr. Brooks Gives the History of the Church and is followed by Telling Addresses by Mrs. J. T. Layton, Mrs. Rosetta E. Lawton.—A Pen Picture of the New South.—The Church, The Sunday School, The Mission, and the Home. Perhaps never in the history of the 19th Street Baptist Church has there been such a gathering of representative men and women as on last Friday night, when about one thousand members gathered to form more perfect union of sympathy and love of home than has heretofore existed; not that discord is imminent, but that harmony and peace might always prevail as it does at present, and that every one of the sixteen hundred members might know and shake hands with each other. The occasion was purely a social one, but at the same time some very interesting facts were brought to light. When Rev. Brooks, the pastor, was requested to say "a word" he remarked that in 1802 a company consisting of three women and one man petitioned the white church which they attended to grant them permission to establish a church of their own, and this company of four persons selected the spot of ground at the corner of 19th and I streets as their place of worship. This was the beginning of a church whose growth and prosperity has been marvelous. At the present time, after a lapse of 100 years, the ground is well kept, location is unsurpassed, no danger of a sydicate building an apartment house so near as to affect the property, the church is removed far enough from the traffic of heavy vehicles not to be annoyed, out of the path of the noisy, boisterous element of the population and in a very refined residential section of the city. He referred to the structures which occupied the present site and in glowing terms referred to the present building, which underwent about $30,000 worth of improvements in 1891, all of which has been paid except about $5,000. This has been done while the church has paid all of its current expenses also. As there had been preaching on this spot of ground for more than a century he advised his hearers to keep up their pride in the old structure and see to it that all improvements needed should be attended to. 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Hart, the principal of the great Hart Farm school, at Fort Washington, Md., was a visitor to our sanctum this week. The school has suffered a great loss by fire recently, but luckily the fire did not interfere with the work of the school which goes merrily on. ```markdown ``` Loans of $10 W 'Phone, M, 3042. LOCAL HAPPENINGS IN ALBANY N. Y. Literary and Musical Functions— Death Invades' social Circles. Albany, N. Y.—Special.—The congregation was the largest for some time that listened to the very interesting sermon delivered by Rev. J. H. Este, at Hamilton stret A. M. E. church Sunday evening. And the choir showed the effects of their recent rehearsal. The singing was remarkable. The chorister, soloists, the assistance of a good tenor and two or more bassos to equalize the voices of the ladies. Nevertheless the choir will challenge any choir of its equality. The anthem, "Awake," and "Jesus, Lover of My Soul," were rendered very creditably. A good collection was taken up, after which remarks concerning the repairing of the organ were made by the pastor. There is a fund of $75 required and we have now on hand $60. The Sunday school needs a little more attention. There was a small increase in attendance Sunday. Tuesday at the same church a good attendance witnessed the moving scenes of the world-famous passion play. The Odd Felows and Household of Ruth will have their thanksgiving sermon preached to them by Rev. Este the second Sunday in May.. There are prospects of a Young People's Lyceum starting at the church. Nathan Carroll, formerly of Texas, but of late years a resident of Albany, died at the Albany Hospital. He was buried by the Rev. J. H. Este, from the undertaker's. Mr. James Lett departed this life Thursday. The funeral was held privately at the residence, 55 Jefferson street. We wish to correct the statement of the "New York Age" concerning Miss Bertha Young. She was not in Wilmington, Del., last week, but was very ill with the grip at home with her mother. She is somewhat better at this writng. Miss Mamie Dorsey has been very near death's door. She seemed to rally these last few pleasant days. Her intended, Mr. Gregg, of Atlanta, Ga., was here for a week. Mr. Peter Aziers, a well-known citizen of Troy, died last Wednesday and was buried from Liberty street Presbyterian church of that city. He leaves a daughter. His four sons acted as pall bearers. Mrs Mary Johnson, of Brooklyn, a cousin of Mr. Azier, also of Mrs. James May, attended the funeral, and at the same time Mrs. J. Gordon Price received a telegram from South Carolina telling of the death of her father. Mrs. Henry Holmes, 187 Sheridan avenue, has been very ill but is convalescent. * Mrs. Rose Thompson left for Lake George for the summer. Friday. At the Second street Baptist church the Sunday afternoon exercises were quite interesting. The subject discussed was, "Is dancing commendable?" Mr. T. A. Madison, Rev. Gregg, Rev. Gaskins and others made able remarks. Mrs. T. A. Lippins, of New York City, is visiting her sister, Mrs. Wm. E. Walter, 60 Hawk street. Quite a number of Albanians attended the drama at Troy, Thursday last. Don't forget that the May ball is on the 1th of May at Bluker's Hall. We desire to inform all concerned that The Colored American will be delivered at their residences Saturdays promptly, and as the day for printing is now one day earlier there is nothing to prevent this paer from exceeding any colored paper in the country. Five cents per copy. Mrs. E. B. Irving has returned from Staunton, Va., Where she went to bury her husband. Miss Mamie Holmes has returned from New York City, where she spent ten days. Mis Mamie Holt is a resident of Troy, having forsaken Albany, it seems. The Commercial Historical Club were entertained at the residence of Mr. Joseph Price, 26 Congress street, Wednesday evening, 4in conjunction views. A concert company is under way, der the direction of a popular mana-Schenectady in the near future for the benefit of the Zion church. It comprises the best amateur tolent of Albany. A list of selections will appear later with the names of all the participants. Prof Joseph N. Hawkins, of Washington, D. C., left for his home Monday, as his father is not expected to live. Prof. Hawkins made a number of friends during his stay in town and will be greatly missed. He acquired also a host of admirers by his attractive playing on the piano. He is a thorough musician and a genial young man. Rev. and Mrs. Gibson, of Coxsackie, N. Y., visited Miss Marion Egbert last week. Prof. C. M. Van Buren and Wm. H. Briggs entertained the Troyans Wednesday evening at the Zion Church fair. They are successful as commudians and the audience acted in a very appreciative manner. Prof. Van Buren also took part in a large affair in Gloversville the following evening. On Friday evening the Alpha and Omega Club of Albany entertained the fair. It is composed of clever talent. WM. H. BRIGGS. Now and then is felt the need of a fine stimulant and tonic, as a medicine, especially to cure a cold or ward off an attack of the grip. Trimble whiskey, sold at Naughton's, 1926 14th St., N. W., will fill the bill PETER GROGAN. Credit for all Washington. Open an Account With Us and Furnish Your House. You will appreciate the convenience of paying for what you get, a little at a time, weekly or monthly, as you can spare the money. You will appreciate the certainty that comes with buying here, for we personally guarantee the durability of every quality, no matter how low the price. Everything is marked in plain figures, and you cannot buy reliable goods more advantageously in any cash store. 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Born in slavery, her father, after purchasing his own freedom and that of his wife, bought Amanda and three other children. Soon after, the whole family removed to Pennsylvania. Her educational advantages were very poor., she having spent only about three months in school altogether. She was converted in March, 1856. In 1868, under the labors, as Bishop Taylor, of Africa received the blessing of sanctification. Since that time she has been marvelously used of God in America, Eng- land, India, and Africa. In all these places God has signally blessed her labos, as Bishop Taylor of Africa, Bishop Hhoburn of India, with thousands of others all over this broad land of America, could testify. For thirty-five years she has been engaged in evangelistic work. In 1893 she wrote a book—the story of her life. She felt that God had it on her heart to do something more definitely for her own people. So she started an Industrial Orphans' Home for colored children, located at 147th street, Harvey, Ill., on the Illinois Central road. An Appeal to the Friends and Well Wishers of the Amanda Smith Orphanage, by John M. Latimer, of Carson, Pirie, Scott N Co., Chicago, Ill. Her present house needs painting in order to save it. Her grounds need a light fence around them; partly in order for a play-ground and to keep her large garden from depredation by man and beast. The furnishings in the house need to be greatly repaired and the Home made more attractive to her children. School furniture up to date is needed in the school room. Up to date beds for the children are needed. Of course, day in and day out, food and raiment for her large family are needed. The founder, Sister Amanda Smith, is getting along in years (sixty- six last January), and her constant labors have begun to show themselves, for she is not near so strong as she was ten years ago. Shall we help her now? I believe every one who reads these lines will be glad to do something in the very near future. How can the young people of the West help her? I will suggest that the different Epworth Leagues and any other Young Peoples' Societies, some of which could, send a delegation to her Orphanage, situated at Harvey, Ill., on 147th street, and find out just what is needed and help. This can be done by any number of these societies, and too much can not be done by them all Single individuals can do what I did in February—ask their friends to help; and anyone, almost, if they will do it, can raise $200. One thing more: In the near future she will need a building made of brick and stone, costing not less than $6,000, to make room for fifty more children. Who will give the $6,000. Finally, anyone wishing to help through me, can always find me at 102 State street, Chicago. I will gladly assist anyone who wishes to help in this great enterprise. God bless Brother Latimer. As this work is purely undenominational, the Christian endeavors, and Young Peoples' Societies of any denomination, can feel at liberty to lend a helping hand.—Amanda Smith.) THE COLORED AMERICAN. THE EDITOR'S SONG. How dear to my heart is the steady subscriber, Who pays in advance at the birth of the year; Who lays down his dollar, and offers it gladly, And casts round the office a halo of cheer! Who never says "Stop it, I cannot afford it!" Or, "I'm getting more papers than I read." But always says, "Send it, the family all like it— In fact, we think it a household need!" How welcome he is when he steps in the sanctum! How he makes our hearts throb How he makes our eyes dance! We outwardly thank him—we inwardly bless him— The steady subscriber who pays in advance. LOCALS. Master Bryon Watson, of 1125 19th st., has recovered after an illness of several months. Mr. Robert Colem of this city, is now connected with the Lancet Pub- lishing Co., of Baltimore, as circulating manager. A prominent pastor's daughter of this city will become madam to a medical graduate of Howard University in June. Dr. Howard Young, of Baltimore, Md., was one of a happy party which attended the Hiawatha Concert, in this city; last Thursday night. Rev. J. Albert Johnson, of Baltimore, Md., was in this city last week. Mr. and Mrs. Alphonzo L. Allen, were pleasant visitors to our sanctum, last week. Mr. James H. Charlton, of this city, and Miss Nana E. Lewis, of Baltimore Md., are to be married June 3. Full details will appear in these columns later on. Cupid seems to have caught a member of the faculty of Howard University and led him to one of the lady principals of our public schools. June is the time. The sewing department, drawing department, and music department of our school will be minus a teacher before many days. Cupid is still at work. The county schools will also contribute a bride to a young man recently from the volunteer army and now a District employee—in June. The Misses Helen and Rebecca Dorsey, of Reading, Pa., and Katie Johnson of Baltimore, Md., were guests of the Messrs. Langhorn, Sunday and Monday of last week. The "Brownnies" meeting at the residence of the Misses Waring, in the "Park," last Friday, was greatly enjoyed by all present. Mr. C. E. Michell, formerly of this city, and Boston, is now located in Richmond, Va., where he is conducting a successful business. He attended the Hiawatha Concert, in company with a party of Richmondites. Miss S. C. Brown, a prominent social light of Harrisburg, Pa., visited this city a few days last week, the guest of friends. She was the recipient of much social attention. Mr. David A. Jenkins and others showed her the many sights of the city. The Home Shoe Co., which operates a full stocked shoe store at 600 North Utah st., Baltimore, Md., is doing a thriving business. Lawyer C. C. Fitzgerald is president, Mr. E. B. Taylor, is treasurer and Mr. R. G. Jennings, is manager. 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. ```markdown ``` LOCALS. A Dr. James CHEM Annual S statement of the Firemen's L ington and Georgetown, for th Dr. James A. Herlihy CHEMIST, Chilicothe, 0. Annual Statement. Statement of the Firemen's Insurance Company of Washington and Georgetown, for the year ending Dec. 31, 1902. WE SURE TO GET THE SAFEST, S OUS STEAMER JANE M 1903. FOR CHART TO UPPER GLYMONT, LOW POINT, OTHER POINTS ON BE SURE TO GET THE SAFEST, SWIFTEST AND MOST COMMODIOUS STEAMER ON THE RIVER JANE MOSELEY. 1903. FOR CHARTER SEASON. 1903. 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Guy, (sarcastically,)—Indeed! Not even while dancing with Captain Ell? Appearances are sometimes deceptive. Ethél—I was bored more than you can guess. Guy—And yet you seem to have found his conversation sufficiently en- grossing to keep him by your side most of the evening. Ethel (flushing,)—I never wish to see or speeak of Captain Ell again. Guy (wildly),—Even supposing Captain Ell proved unsatisfactory, you didn’t apear to be in want of partners. Ethel, (dolefully)—The man I wish- ed to dance with forgot to ask me, and (passionately) surely one has a right to expect one’s fiance to claim at least one dance. Captain Ell would not be_ lieve I was engaged to you; that was why. Guy, (interrupting cavagely)—Your enegagement sits so very lightly on you, that I am not at all surprised. You insisted on carrying another man’s flowers; I, therefore, gave you the op- portunity of ‘enjoying his society as well as his gift. (The flowers. fall to the ground and Fenton handing. them to Miss Grey, says, ironically): “I hope they are not hurt, as you prize them so highly.” Ethel. (defiantly)—I didn’t value them. You can throw them out of the window if you wish. 3 Guy (sarcastically,)—Not for the world. You must keep them as a sou- venir of-happy hours spent. Ethel, (tearfully)—Oh, won’t you understand that I only insisted on car- rying them because they matched this gown you are so fond of. ( Tableau.) BERTIE NEWGRASS. HE NEEDED NO MORE REWARD. Caroline Earle White, the president of the Women’s Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Aai- mals, distributes three costly medals every year to the three men who have done the kindest, bravest deeds in ani mals’ behalf during the twelve-month. Mrs. White makes a brief address at these distributions, and what she says is always interesting. At a re cent dnstribution she told a story. “There is a certain society for the prevention of cruelty to animals in France,” she said. “Men visit it each year to apply for the medal it gives annually. Its president is a joker. “One day a peasant came to this as- sociation and laid claim to the medal. ““‘What have you done to deserve it?’ asked the president. ““T have saved a wolf's life, sir,’ said the peasant. “*What had the wolf been doing” “It had killed my wife.’ ““Then,’ said the president, ‘you need no medal, for you are already sufficiently rewarded.’”—New York Tribune. AIRY PERCH. A little bird set on a telegraph wire, And said to his mates, “I declare, If wireless telegraphy comes into vogue, We'll all have to sit on the air.” ~ —St. Nicholas. OLD VARIETY. “Let me sell you a letter-opener,” said the clerk in the novelty store. “Have one home,” responded the lit- tle man. “Indeed! What kind is it?” “My wife.”—Chicago News. ONAN ro The ffrand FPeuntain of the Afoited f)rder of ne .... WASHINGTON’S MONUMENT © GRANT. Washington is a city of monuments and statues, some of them artistic and noble, some of them pretentious and ineffective. A notable addition to the colection will be the Grant memorial, for which Congress has appropriated a quarter of a million dollars, and for which Henry Merwin Shrady has com- pleted the preliminary designs. The central figure is a mounted statue of the great soldier. Washing- ton runs to equestrian statues. It has more of them, we believe, than any other city in the world. This is not commonly regarded as a land in which the favorite popular hero is “the man on horseback,” but some of our earlier sculptors seem to have delighted in posing their subjects on prancing ‘steeds. A typical instance is the Jack- ‘son monument, represesenting the mil- itant Tennesseean balanced on a horse whose uplifted hoofs perennially paw the breezes of Lafayette square. When Thackeray, sight-seeing in Washing- ton, was asked to admire this porten- tious production, he ventured to in- quire: “But where are the rockers?” It could hardly be doubted, however, that the soldier whe finished ‘the Civil war should be portrayed on horseback, and Mr. Shrady’s design is in excel- lent taste, besides being a very faith- ful and characteristic portrait of Grant. It was accepted by the com- mission in charge of the work after a most exacting competition had been held, with more than twenty of the leading American sculptors as contest- ants. Mr. Shrady’s thoroughly kell- earned success was made doubly re- markable by the fact that he is a very young man, self-taught in his art, and employed in a match factory nutil about three years ago. He is a son of the well-known New York physician, Dr. George F. Shrady—who, by a cu- rious coincidence, was General Grant’s doctor and close personal friend. =~ Js the leading Colored Fraternal Society of the United States. ; : aa 1881, by William W. Browne, and chartered in Aegree organized laws of the State of Virginia, with headquarters at Richmond, Va. tis lees the ship is both male and female, and consists of all persons of good health hoe to 60 years of age. Its membership of 60,00 is divided into Founta‘ns ep 14 cles. It pays sick benefits from $1.50 to $2.50 per week, and pays death be re from $24.56 to $1000. enekits BENEFITS PAID—Total benefits paid to date: Sick dues, $7,500, p00; efits, $714,378-75- Eo Cleat Tare, SEVIOR FOUNTAINS—A Fountain may be organized consisting of 20 o potecee not over 50 years of age paying a joining fee of from $4.60 to $ z Mer he monthly dues are not less than 35 cents in rural districts and not a5 ee 50 cents per month in towns and cities, and a semi-annual tax of 4o aa oon in January and July of each year. Sick benefits paid are from $1.50 to $ ot week, while death benefits range from #75 to $125. A Fountain may Ree pe ized in any locality on application to Rev. W. t. Taylor, G. W. Mast: ren any of his authorized deputies. re eG ROSEBUDS—F or the proper training of the young ar 1 thei . thrift, industry and pay love, there has been vase ed a Chat eet = ment known as the Rosebuds. Twenty or more children not less than three more than fourteen years of age may form a Rosebud, upon the payment oe each. This department, like the Senior Fountain, pays sick benefits from ae twenty-five cen.s per week, and death benefits from $24.50 to $37. The m - : dues are fifteen cents per month. poor CLASSES—Persons desiring to leave their beneficiaries at death a than is paid from Fountain Department, take out policies in one ee Classes of the Mutual Benefit Degree. The members of this degree are diyid ‘3 into Circles, and pay joining fees and dues according to the following tabiee Sa ane ieee er Rn enrages oe eee Se eeeen Om RED twenty-five cen.s per week, and death benefits from $24.50 to $37.. The monthl* dunes are fifteen cents per month. CLASSES—Persons ceeae te leave their beneficiaries at death a larger amoum than is paid from Fountain paren 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: =" Type ie ees 2). a lee es ase ¢}|s2 |s858/| 8 3 ss |S36|/ 3s) 2 ton] & [Sey /S°5| a | BA vpn] & Se /S°5| = | 23 = 2 a dee Glass B’) = |Es2i 223/212 HOMSS El = |222)ee2/ =|: & |zegleee| 2 | 3 |zes zee] 2 |: 8 [S38)Sss| 41> BEES le Age14 1025 's2 50 $200 00 |$100 00 'g4 75 [$1 20 | Age 14 2025 !95 00 ($500 00 '$250 09 |g0 50 | $2 Ao 35 to80 | 2 73 200 OD |*100 00 {14 #8 |*1 20 || = 35 to80 5 2 | 500 00 20 o's it | “ 30 to 35 | 3 00 | 200 | 10000} 475/126!) * 30t0 35) 5 50 | 500 00 | 000/950) 2 “+ 35 to40 | 8 25 | 200 00 | 100 00 | 5 70 | 143 || * 35 t240| 5 75 | 500 00 | 250 ue [10 40! 24a “ 40045 | 3 50 | 14000] 7000) 579/143 || “ 40045 | 6 00 | 450 00 | 225 00 1040 3 “© 451050 | 3 7 | 115 00| 58 00 | 6 65 | 1 66 “* 45 to 50} 6 25 | 400 00 | 2000) 1140 2 “ 50 t055 | 4.00 | 7000} -45 00/635 | 166 |) “ BO t060 40 | 850 00 | 175 00 11.40; 24% 55 to$0/ 425) 6500| 33 00 a ‘ey | i. DLE eee eee ee a é ¢ | 2 |,3| reeatsa—The members of the Foun Ui ‘ed “ 33 3 | > | tains and Rosebuds of the organization 18S = se 3 = wear no expensive regalia. The rega 42 ic s s lia of the organization is simple and its pe oe <__|©__| cost will be in the easy reach of all, Age 14 to 80 $1100 $1006 00 $21 90 |g5 25 costing from 10 cents to $3. The Same * 30 to 35 | 1200 | 140 00 00 | 550| is made by th: organization in what is oe ee cnt eae 0 | 575 | known as the Regalia Department. 45 to 50 | 13 00 | 700 00 | 2500 | 6 25 THE SAVINGS BANK—In March, 1588, —_!__l|._._! |_| there was granted by the Legislajure of f E Virginia a charter to the Savings Bank f the Grand Fountain United Order of True Reformers, capital stock $100,000. fhe bank commenced business April 3, ae and from that time down to the present has steadily increased in volume of business. It now has a paid up cap- ital 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 $350.58, and the volume of business transacted amounts to $6,190.141.47.. During the finai- cial panic cf 4843, 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 Ha- bersham, Ga. The banking house is located at 604 North Second Street, Rich- mond, Va., Rev. W. L. Taylor, President; R. T. Hill, Cashier. REAL ESTATE DEPARTMEWT—The Real Estate Department has charge of all the real property to the amount of $220,221.65, mea tert tn various States, consisting of 13 magnificent buildings used as halls, 8 dwellings, 1 hotel. 5 stores and three farms. It also has under its conirol 16 large buildings leased by it. This de- partment is undtr the maragement of Lawyer J. C. Robertson, chief of real es- tate and attorney for the association, office at N., 2nd Street, Richmond, V2 REFORMERS MERCANTILE AND INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION—Was chartered un der the laws of the State of Mas on the 14th day of December, 1599. with principal office in the city of Richmond, Va. The purpose of this association i ‘o conduct stores (wholesale and retail), buy and sell real property, manage ane control hotels, manufacturing establishmerts, and do general business. The 18s »ciation has in operation Hotel Reformer, goo N. Sixth Street, Richmond,Va {t is a modern up-to-date structure, heated by steam, cold and hot water baths, also electric cars passing the door. Thishotel has accommodations for 150 guests Mr. A W. Holmes is manager, and Mr. T. W. Taylor is clerk. _It has in oper* tion a system of five stores; located as follows: Richmond, Va.; Washington, D. :.; Manchester, Va ; Portsmouth, Va.; and Roanoke, Va. The first of thess stores, at Richmond, Va., was opened April 3d, rgoo. It employs a force of 18 men, runs three delivery wagons, and during the peck year did $50,000 worth of business. The other stores have been extabhiahed 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—issucs a weekly journal, THE REFORNFE wnhica has a circulation of 12.90. This paper is published in <he !terest of the raco, aud i cusses tive leading questions of the day” ‘The subscription price 1s $1 per yaar, or 5c. per sincle vopy. The office is equipped with modern up-to-date machinery, run by electricity, Item) Print any bins from a visiting card to a poster 42 by €2 inches. Fine job work of every class an! des :ription is made a specialty at lowest prices. Mr. E, W. Brown is editor and business ma ager, Office 608 N. Second Street, Richmond, Va. Correspondence solicited and agents wanted OLD FCLKS’ HOME—, ted the form* September, ks E W. Bi m recommendé - don and establishment of Ora Poke" Somes tec theweneat of old and decrepid mem ners cane cace | Since that time the valuable farm known as Westham. consisting of 63414 acres. loss/") 7x miles trom Richmond, Va..on the historic “James,” has been purchased, at a cost of #14" fhe Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad runs through the tasm. and Westham Station fs locate! .< ic. {dioining this farm is Westhampton Yark, one of the most pleasant resorts in the S00" guimmer. It is reached in a few minutes from aichmorid by the Westhampton Electric Halt) end the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway. As this home is for tie benefit of the whole race: f) °0-operation of all charitable friends is prayerfully solicited. All contributions, dona tcnars® bequests of every character will be very received. Mr. T. W. Taylor is chief in che the Old Folks’ Home, offices at 608 North Second Street, Hichmyond, Va. For further information address— Rev. W.L Taylor, G. W. ML W. P. Burrell, G. W. 5. \ REFORM MOVEMENT AND ITS RESULTS. (From the New York Times.) Once upon a time a noble woman, young and beautitful, married a man to reform him. He understood that ti was going to be done, and, knowing that he- needed reform, accepted the program with great enthusiasm. But at the end of six months a friend of the bride met her ang asked her how she was getting along. She sighed. “I regret to say,” she replied, “that the course of events has not quite jus- tified my expectations. In New York 4. is very hard to keep a man from taking a drink, especially on Sunday. But reform takes tibe. I am_ still hopeful.” At thet end of another six months, her friend again met her and asked her how she was getting along. Again she sighed. “Draw poker and horseracing,” she said, “present problems which we re_ formers have not yet been able to solve. However, I am proud to say that I have succeeded in making my husband quite uncomfortable. If he had to choose over again I believe he would reject the reform program by a majority of one. This shows that I have made an impression on him. Give me time. But it is weary work. ‘If there were another election, so to ‘speak, I do not know that I should care to be a candidate.” - Another six months passed away. Again her friend met her. “How is your husband?” she asked. “Oh, he’s quite cheerful and happy.” “Indeed! Reformed?” | “No. Gone to Dakota. He has made up his mind that he wants a change of administration.” | WILLIAM E. McKENNA_ WHY HE REJOICED. Farmer Barnes—Yes; poor Josh Medders wuz run over by a auto, but he seems happy. Farmer Hedges—Does the doctor say he can recover? Farmer Barnes—No; but the lawyer does.—Puck. SNICK TRUCKER OZONO AND CEDROLINE. The new, non-failing and infallible hair, OZONO and CEDROLINE, used conjointly, cannot fail to lend to the Hair length, insure, life, and beauty. One year ago the directors of the BOSTON CHEMICAL, CO., with the sole purpose and intention to produce an absolutely perfect and reliable treatment for the Hair, appropriated the sum of $6,000 for this purpose alone. The services of three of the world's most noted chemists were secured, who, after twelve months of investigation and costly experiments, have successfully formulated a treatment so potent and powerful, yet so harmless and innocent, that its immediate effects upon the Hair border upon the miraculous. This treatment can be used in all faith and confidence, as it certain to produce results most gratifying, causing the Hair to grow long and luxuriant straight, and of a most delicate and pliable texture. It prevents the tendency of the Hair to draw up, contract, curl, and angle, 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, thin places, and bare temples. It is sure to prevent the Hair from falling, breaking off and shitting at the ends. This great combined treatment is now the most wonderful remedy for the Hair in the whole wide world. BEAUTY OF 5 WEEKS NOIRE-TO ALL who have ever bought OZONO we will send this great bargain offer for only $1.00. Your word will be sufficient. Simply tell us when and where you bought it. This liberal offer is made with the object of securing good Agents, who can simply coin money selling our preparations. No matter day, 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. 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 two large package of our latest discovery, POWDERED EGG SHAMPOO, worth $6c.; also one bar of our celebrated and renowned PURITY SCALP SOAP, worth $2c, and one 1-pint package of ANTI-ODOR, the most wonderful toilet speciality of the day, worth $2c. This grand collection, worth in all $5.00, will be sent on receipt of $1.50 and your name and address, with full, plain, and complete directions, together with our beautiful Souvenir Catalogue, justly called the toilet educator of the day. 9 MONTHS USR DR. L. H. SINGLETON. Cor. 20th and E Sts. Agt. for Wash., D. C., THE COLORED AMERICAN. NEWS FROM YONKERS Yonkers, N. Y., Special.—Services were well attended at both the churches the pastors preaching interesting sermons at both services, to large and appreciative audiences. Mrs. Henry Rux was called suddenly to West Point, N. Y., to the bedside of her husband's sister, who is critically ill. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Williams, of New Maine St., were the guests of their cousins in West Chester, last Sunday. The Tuesday night club, of Brooklyn, N. Y., entertained the A. M. E. Zion Lyceum last Monday night, by a fine musical and literary program, which was greatly enjoyed by an enthusiastic gathering. The Sons and Daughters of Zion, gave a very unique parlor social in the form of a lunch box, at the residence of Mrs. Chas. Scott, last Thursday evening; a good sum was realized. Mrs. James Scott, and Mrs. Crudup, have returned home from Boston, Mass, after a most delightful trip. While there they attended the wedding of Mr. Crudup's sister. The funeral of Miss Grace Gilliam, was held from the Presbyterian church, Jersey City, last Wednesday afternoon. The church was crowded with sorrowing friends who came to pay the last tribute to the diseased, who was loved by all who knew her. She leaves a mother, two sisters and a host of friends to mourn her loss. Among her friends from Yonkers who attended the funeral were: Mrs. Mason, Mrs. Tornton, Mrs. Spennie, and the two Mrs. Conicks. Mrs. Brown, of 141 New Maine St., is very much better at his writing Miss Lizzie Outlaw, of Warburton, ave., was called home suddenly, last Thursday, to Winsor. N. C., on account of the death of her mother. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Murray, of Brooklyn, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. O. Bundick, last week. Miss Grace Young, of New York City, visited Yonkers friends last week. Mr. and Mrs. McAllister and their daughter, Edith, spent a very pleasant Sunday at the home of her brother. INSURANCE Department of Insurance of the District of Columbia. Washington, D. C., April, 9, '03: I, Thos. E. Drake, Superintendent of the District of Columbia, do hereby certify that the American Beneficial Insurance Company, located at Richmond in the State of Virginia, has complied with the laws of the District of Columbia applicable to it, and is authorized to transact in the District of Columbia its appropriate business of life and accident insurance on the industrial assessment plan. Its condition and business on the thirty first day of December of the year next preceding the date herof, is shown by the statement, under oath, as required by Section 647, amended of the Code of Law of the District of Columbia, to be as follows: Certificates in force, 18,030; amount, $617,106.00; invested, $2,251.07; assets non-invested, none; contingentmortuary, none; total; liabilities; loses unpaid, none; all other, 206.15; total, $206.15; cash income during the year, $25,617,94; mortuary, 9,463,18; cash expenditures during the year management, $13,011,93; total, $22,-475,11. In witness whereof, I have hereunto subscribed my name and caused my Official Seal to be affixed, the day and year first above written. Thos. E. Drake, Supt. of Insurance, District of Columbia. Mr. A. F. Hilyer, among his other attainments, is a disciple of Sir Isaac Walton. He was up the Potomac River last Saturday and brought home a fine mess of fish. One must hear Mr. Hilyer tell about them in order to get some idea of the size of those he hooked, but didn't catch. TIME WAS! IS!! WILL BE!!! TILL ETERNITY STOPS THE CLOCK! ● As Long as the Wheels Go round and time lasts 'Twill Pay You IF YOU BOOK FLORA BATSON and GERARD MILLAR. Universal Providers of ANTI RAG VULGAR AMUSEMENTS ORIGINAL ENTERTAINERS OF Kings and Queens, The King and Queen of Entertainers, MORE SONGS, COSTUMES, PRINTING, MORE APPLAUSE, TESTIMONIALS, FRIENDS, Write, everybody, meaning business, For Dates, Terms, etc., to Manager, 1036 19th Street, Washington, D.C. 620 So. Broad St., Philadelphia, Pa. BLACK SKIN REMOVER. REGISTERED IN PATENT OFFICE U.S. BEFORE AFTER A Wonderful Face Bless both in a box for $1, or three boxes for $2. Guaranteed to do what we say and to be the "best in the world." One box is all that is required if used as directed. A WONDERFUL FACE BLEACH. A PEACH-LIKE complexion obtained if used or directed. Will turn the skin of a black or brown person four or five shades lighter, and a mattof person perfectly white. In forty-eight hours a shade or two will be noticeable. It does not turn the skin in spots but bleaches out white, the skin remains beautiful without continual use. Will remove wrinkles, freckles, dark spots, pimples or bumps or black heads, making the skin very soft and smooth. Small pox pits, tan, liver spots removed without harm to the skin. When you get the color you wish, stop using the preparation. THE HAIR STRAIGHTENER that goes in every one dollar box is enough to make anyone's hair grow long and straight, and keeps it from falling out. Highly perfumed and makes the hair soft and easy to comb. Many of our customers say one of our dollar boxes worth ten dollars, yet we sell it for one dollar a box. THE NO-SMELL thrown in free. Any person sending us one dollar in a letter Post-Office money order, express money order registered letter, we will send it through the mail postage prepaid; or if you want it sent C. O. D. it will come by express, 25c. extra. In any case where it falls to do what we claim, we will return the money or send a box free o charge. Packed so that no one will know contents except receiver. CRANE AND CO. 122 west Broad Street RICHMOND, VOL. WANTED For the Famous Troubadours Company, Three Chorus Girls, with strong Soprano voices. Must be good looking, good dressers on and off the Stage. State salary expected; we pay railroad and Hotel expenses. The season of 1903-04, beginning Sept., 15th. Address all communications to E. W. Dale, Cape May City, N. J. LISTEN! "The Story of My Life and Work," est living Negro, should be in every by Brooker T. Washington, the great home. I will give every person, selling 24 initial scarf pins, at 10 cts., this great book. 83 Fairview ave., Nashville, Tenn. B-M B-M B-M B-M B-M B-M TIME WAS! IS!! WILL BE!!! TILI ●As Long as the Wheel Go round and time las 13 WONDERFUL DISCOVERY Curly Hair Made Straight By TAKEN FROM LIFE: (Copyrighted.) This wonderful hair pomade is the only safe preparation in the world that makes kinky or early hair straight as shown above. It nourishes the scalp, prevents the hair from falling out or breaking off, cures dandruff and makes the hair grow long and silky. Sold over forty years and used by thousands. Warranted harmless. It was the first preparation ever sold for straightening kinky hair. Wear of imitations. Get the Original Ozonized Ox Marrow as the genuine never fails to keep the hair straight, soft and beautiful, giving it that healthy, life-like appearance so much desired. A toilet necessity for ladies, gentlemen and superiors. Elegantly perfumed, the superior and superior quality is the best and most economical. It is not possible for anybody to produce a preparation equal to it. Full directions with every bottle. Only 50 cents. Sold by druggists and dealers or send us 50 cents for one bottle or $1.40 for three bottles. We pay all express charges. Send postal or express money order. Please mention name of this paper when ordering. Write your name and address plainly to OZONIZED OX MARROW CO., 76 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Illinois. Opportuniy 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 so men who have received as far as possible, a good education before coming here, and are ready to enter upon a thorough course of agricultural training. For further information address, BOOKER T. WASHINGTON, Principal, Tuskegee Institute, Tuskegee A. sham 14 Marvelous Growth of the Hair. A Famona 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 anouncement 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. T there can be no doubt of the doctor's earnestes 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 eight it has started hair to growing on heads bald for years. It has stopped falling hair in one hour. It never fails no matter what the condition, age or sex. Old men and young men, women and children all have profited by the free use of this great new discovery. If you are bald, if your hair's falling out or if your hair eyebrows or eyelashes are thin or short write to the Altenheim Medical Dispensary 2 cent 8296Fozo Building, Cincinnati, Ohio. enclosing a stamp to prepas postage for a free package and in a short time you will be entirely restored. CL'AIRVOYANT 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 (never fails) If you are in doubt as to the outcome of any undertaking in busi- ANGELS ness, social or domestic life; sickness divorces separations, lawsuits, lost or absent friends interest you; if you desire to have your domestic troubles removed, your lost love returned, consult or write me. You will be advised the best way to succeed. Fee, $1.00. Patrons attended to in all parts of the world. Letters of inquiry answered on receipt of two 2c. stamps. MRS. C. CARY 1406 W. YORK ST. PHILADA., PA THE COLORED AMERICAN SPIRIT OF THE PRESS. "The last issue of The Colored American presentedits readers with a fine portrait of Bishop R. S. Williams, of the C. M. E. Church. For progressive journalism, The Colored American is without an equal in our race, and should be liberally supported by the Negro everywhere. The protraits of distinguished colored men presented as supplements during the year, are worth more than the cost of a year's subscription.—The Pee Dee Educator. "The Valley Index says The Colored American has cut them off the Exchange List. The C. A. must be 'purging its list' of all the small fry. It dropped us many weeks ago."—The Home News, Alexandria, Va. Yes, but you appear and disappear so often that it is difficult to determine when you are hibernating and when the spring thunder has aroused you to renewed life. In the South Western Christian Advocate, for April 16th, we find the following: "The comforting information was sent out from Washington recently that the Negroes will never dominate this country. The report shows that 98 per cent of every 1,000 are found in the regions drained to the Atlantic ocean, and that 61.4 per cent, are in the lands drained to the Gulf of Mexico, the proportion in the West and on the Pacific coast being trifling." We know our much respected Dr. Scott keeps up magnificently the intellectual tone of his paper, but we warn him to keep one eye on the mathematical propositions of his young men, for verily the school master is abroad. There are not one hundred, fifty-nine and four tenths per cent in anything. The contention that the race should engage in business enterprises to a greater extent, is being urged by our journals throughout the country. The Topeka Plaindealer, a bright newspaper published at the Capitol of the great state of Kansas, has this to say on the subject: "The Topeka Negro is waking to the needs of commercial advancement and one sees with deep gratification the increased number of Negroes in business. Every Negro who opens a business makes a place for some boy or girl. Keep the good work going." We reproduce with becoming modesty, the following extract from the Editorial columns of The American Baptist, of Louisville, Ky., and return to the editor the assurance of our profound appreciation: "The Colored American was eleven years old with its last issue and it is as bright and gay as a boy with his first pair of new breeches. Here is our hand Bro. Cooper, and may The Colored American see many happy returns." SUMMER SCHOOL FOR TEACHERS. Under the General Direction of Mr. Roscoe Conkling Bruce. This school will be held at the Tuskegee Institute, under the auspices of the General Education Board of New York, six weeks, June 29th to August 7th. Prof. Lewis B. Moore, Dean of the Teachers' College, of Howard University, Dr. Lucy E. Moten, Principal of the Normal School for Negroes, both of Washington, D. C., Rabbi Levy, of Pittsburg, Pa., Prof. Chas. H. Albert, of the Pennsylvania State Normal School, Dr. W. E. B. DuBois, of Atlanta University, Rev. Edgar Gardner Murphy of the South Education Board, Mr. David E. Cloyd, of the General Education Board, and Hon. Isaac W. Hill, State Superintendent of Education, of Alabama, will be among the teachers and lecturers of the school. Especial attention will be given to methods and subject matter as well as to kindergarten, manual training and industrial work. A grand opportunity for colored teachers of the South. Reduced rates of one fare plus twenty-five cents on railroads in the South. For further information as to courses offered, tuition, board, etc., write to BOOKER T. WASHINGTON, Prin., Tuskegee, Alabama FOR GOOD HEALTH To preserve or restore it, there is no better prescription men, women and children than Ripans Tabules. They are easy to take. They are made of a combination of approved and used by every physician, Ripans Tabules widely used by all sorts of people—but to the plain day folks they are a veritable friend in need. Ripans have become their standard family remedy. They are pendable, honest remedy, with a long and successful to cure indigestion, dyspepsia, habitual and stubborn tion, offensive breath, heartburn, dizziness, palpitation heart, sleeplessness, musculoheumatism, gour stomach and liver complaints. They strengthen weak stomach up run-down systems, restore pure blood, good app sound, natural sleep Everybody derives constant benefit a regular use of Ripans Tabules. Your druggist sees The five-cent packet is enough for an ordinary occasion family bottle, 60 cents, contains a supply for a year. 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, musculoheumatism, gour 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. RIPANS. Pharoah's Decision A valuable as well as an interesting work is Pharoah's the action of Wrong vs. Right, by I. Leonard Henson, A. B. This book is the answer in legal form and character to "An Appeal to Pharoah," written by an "Unknown," andation of and decision made on the twelve (12) assignments of A Sectional Union; 2nd, The Divisional Lines; 3rd, The Clerk; 4th, A Race Question; 5th, The Negro's Condition and Post-Prejudice—North and South; 7th, Trilemma; 8th, Radical Reckoning of Numbers; 10th, Reckonings of Cost; 11th, Writen Our Duty.—Is supported by U. S. Supreme Court decision in the Federalist, Madison Papers, Jefferson's works; sources can History, the United States Constitution itself, and stated by the "Richmond Planet." "The Chicago Tribune," and Census. There is much in it of historical fact, much abbreviations, and much in aid of a true conception of the Negro's sibilities. Price $1.25. Agents Wanted. Liberal Commis- Write, I. Leonard Henson Pharoah's Decision. Pharoah's Decision. A valuable as well as an interesting work is Pharoah's Decision, in the action of Wrong vs. Right, by I. Leonard Henson, A. B., L. L. M. This book is the answer in legal form and character to a work entitled "An Appeal to Pharoah," written by an "Unknown," and, in the consideration of and decision made on the twelve (12) assignments of error. Viz.: A Sectional Union; 2nd, The Divisional Lines; 3rd, The Continuing Cause; 4th, A Race Question; 5th, The Negro's Condition and Position; 6th Race Prejudice—North and South; 7th, Trilemma; 8th, Radical Solution; 9th, Reckoning of Numbers; 10th, Reckonings of Cost; 11th, Will He go?; 12th, Our Duty.—Is supported by U. S. Supreme Court decisions, by facts found in the Federalist, Madison Papers, Jefferson's works; source Book of American History, the United States Constitution itself, and statistics as furnished by the "Richmond Planet." "The Chicago Tribune," and the Twelfth Census. There is much in it of historical fact, much about existing conditions, and much in aid of a true conception of the Negro's powers and possibilities. Price $1.25. Agents Wanted. Liberal Commission. I. Leonard Henson, 1524 Fifth Street, N. W. 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. --- Decision. Testing work is Pharoah's Decision, in Leonard Henson, A. B., L. L. M. form and character to a work entitled by an "Unknown," and, in the consider-elve (12) assignments of error. Viz.:onal Lines; 3rd, The Continuing Cause;o's Condition and Position; 6th Race Lemma; 8th, Radical Solution; 9th,ings of Cost; 11th, Will He go?; 12th, supreme Court decisions, by facts found Jefferson's works, source Book of Ameri-ution itself, and statistics as furnish- Chicago Tribune," and the Twelfth historical fact, much about existing con-ception of the Negro's powers and pos-uted. Liberal Commission. Henson, Cuts and Illustrations The Maurice Joyce Engraving Co. Evening Star Building Washington, D.C. ```markdown ``` Write. Washington. D. C. Hot Springs, Va., Special.—On March 29th, about 9.30 p. m., a serious fire broke out about one mile from the waiter's quarters. Most of the men were coming from the Hotel to their quarters, when the flames flashed out highest. As one man they rushed to the scene of destruction, working as though the safety of the whole community depended upon them and succeeded in saving the houses that would have been destroyed without their aid. Among the first men on the scene was R. N. Smith and several of his officers. One house was totally destroyed, one injured, two saved. Two of the saved houses belonged to a white man, the other one to R. N. Smith. It is occupied by Dr. Pannel, the second waiter. Two persons were so seriously burned that they have since died; an old lady, (colored,) 70; and a child 8 years old, respectively. Mariah Clark, the daughter of the old lady, says that through the kindness of the guests of the Hotel, and the waiters, she is relieved of the entire expenses of doctor's bill and burial of the deceased. Clay Lewellen, and Gussie Lewellen, were the names respectively of the departed ones. There are about 136 waiters here officered by R. N. Smith, head; S. D. Pannell, second; and A. E. Banks, third. J. H. Gater, head in the ordinary, and A. H. Preston, head private man Many of the men who work with Mr. Smith continually, have imbibed his spirit and thrift; for he never lectures to his men without advising them to be sober, abtaining from bad habits, save their money and buy homes, or educate themselves and become men of some worth. Dr. Pannel has been with Mr. Smith for several years and from his manner of life it is fair to presume that he is comfortably fixed. Mr. Banks, has been for several years head-waiter at the Hygia, at Old Point Comfort and the Jefferson, at Richmond, Va. He is a modest gentleman, and unsupercilious among the men. J. H. Gather, is a young man of great promise; he supports his mother and saves his means. A. H. Preston, has a family of five, two girls, a boy, himself and wife. He has a home at Finecastle. He sends his children to school in winter and finds them employment at Hot Springs in the summer. Amusements: Cake walks are given for the amusement of the guests of the hotel for which they usually obtain a fair compensation, by donations. Dances are given by first one club of young gentlemen and then another, in the Waifer's Club Room. The Literary Society furnishes both amusement and mental food for all. Strang as it may seem, R. N. Smith, who has such grave responsibilities and various interests at stake is, nevertheless, a leading light in everything that promotes the pleasure and intellectual well being of his employees. Easter Services: Smith Memorial Chapel was beautifully decorated with flowers; the ladies in their lovely costumes added much to the attractiveness. Rev. Hackett, of Covingon, Va., preached in the afternoon from Matt., 28 chapter, 5th verse. He fed his audience as it becomes a man of God. In the evening he gave us an interesting talk on "Reading," drawing his remarks from 1st St. Tim. 4:15 verses. After the evening services, Dr. Johnson, of Covington, Va., interested the audience by some telling remarks on economy. The following ladies and gentlemen participated in the program: Miss S. Childs, of Stanton, Va., Virginia Mulone, of Stanton, Va., the Misses Lewies, Stanton, Va., Mr. J. T. B. Areciter, Mr. Mitchell, N. Y., Mr. A. C. Burwell, Va. Among the subscribers for the American are the following: Mrs. Susie Stephenson, Lynchburg, Va., Mr. Whitaker Shawview., Raleigh, N. C., Geo. Watkins, Richmond, Va., Bobt. Stephenson, D. C., J. E. Lewis, Scottsville, Va., Geo. H. Fordham, S. C., Thomas H. Bryant, Lynchburg, Va., E. H. Tucker, Bagatsu, Va. W. M. Johnson, N. Y., Mariah Clark, Cliftonforge, Va., Mr. James Miller, D. C., and others. All of these persons find pleasure in reading The Colored American. EDUCATION Addendum: Mr. N. F. Berry, of Lynchburg, Va., has been secretary for R. N. Smith for six years.. Mr. Smith says that he is proficient in every sense of that word. He looks after the pay roll of the men and keeps all the accounts of payments and charges. He saves his own money and is said to own a home at Lynchburg, Va. The business of the house has become so improved that Mr. Smith has been compelled to employ an assistant secretary in the person of Mr. James HeiskiH, of Charlottesville, Va. He is a young man of great promise; for he is moderate in his life about the Springs. THE FOREIGN MISSION BOARD. A letter from Dr. Jordan, secretary of the Baptist Foreign Mission Board, dated April 25, says: "Our rally is not what we hoped and yet, returns are still coming in. 19th St., Church, of your city, Dr. Brooks, pastor, leads with $50.43, with Tulane ave., of New Orleans, Rev. Simms, pastor, second, with $30, Second Baptist Sunday School, Springfield, O., Mr. C. D. Swayne, supt., $27.00, Jerusalem Association, per Rev. A. B. Welch, Moderator, Gainesville, Fla., Gilfield, Petersburg, Va., Dr. Howard, pastor, $23.00. Many struggling little churches and schools are helping at great sacrifice. Our missionaries and Board are grateful to every one of them. Of the 16440 Negro Baptist churches, only 360 have responded so far. Rev. C. P. Rier, of Surinam, South America, is now in this country, begging help for his wory there. My Board is powerless to do efficient work, because of the niggardly way, the pastors and churches treat the claims of God and their heathen brethren. We greatly regret the discouraged tone of Dr. Jordan's letter. What has become of Baptist valor and loyalty? What about the "Old Land Marks?" Is it lost? Our Baptist brethren should take up a collection for Foreign Missions, if only $1.00, and send to 718 W. Walnut St, Louisville, Ky. MORE. A quartette of the Amphion Glee Club, Prof. J. Henry Lewis, director, gave a concert in Calvary Baptist church, Baltimore, Md., Tuesday evening, April 21, assisted by Miss S. L. Hacket, elocutionist, Mr. W. D. Owens, violinist, and Prof. H. Y. Johnson, accompanist. The entertainment was given for the benefit of the Young Men's Christian Association of that city and a large sum was realized. It was also very successful from an artistic standpoint, and the full quota of membership of the Amphions have been engaged for a return engagement next fall. The entertainment was given under the management of Mr. P. A. Coines, the general secretary of the Young Men's Christian Association. The Capital Pleasure Club gave its annual banquet and shad bake Friday at Lake View Park. J. W. Evans presided and W. G. Robinson, of West Virginia, acted as toastmaster. Speeches were made by Recorder of Deeds; J. C. Dancey, Attorney T. L. Jones, Messrs. H. Johnson, W. Montague G. Fletcher, T. Barton, L. A. Niles, J. Askins, G. Wilkerson, C. Curtis, and W. J. Smith. Among the guests were: Dr. Warner, Charles Day, R. Green, W. Welborn, C. Molen R. Colburn, L. L. Jones, C. Beavan, F. Douglas, T. Colbert, B. Edlein. 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TEN distinct departments, under one hundred competent professors and instructors—Theological, Medical, Legal, College, Pedagogical, Preparatory, English, Agriculture, Industrial, and Musical. For information address— Rev. J. E. RANKIN, D. D., LL. D., President. GEO H. SAFFORD Secretary. AVERY COLLEGE TRADES SCHOOL A Practical, Literary and Industrial Trade School for Colored Boys and Girls, Carpentry, Bricklaying, Plastering, Painting and Interior Decorations. Tailoring, Dress-making, Millinery, Voice Culture and Piano Forte. Literary Department from Primary to Normal Course. Job Work Solicited and Profits given to the Students. Catalogues now ready. Unusual advantages for Girls and a separate building. Fall terms begins Sept. 9th, 1901. Address JOSEPH D. MAHONEY, Allegheny, Pa. Principal. DUTY WHEN UNADORNED WITH A HAND-ASSINE is a true hair food, and conse- feeds, invigorates, vitalizes, permeates,ulates the bulbs, glands, oil sacs, follicles. 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Which is the cheap- meritorious hair tonic at a moderate at a penny? GLOSSINE cures aves to the hair length, lustre, life, vitality, skelly, thick, long, and luxurious; covers all y gloss (from which it takes its name), and soft that it can be dressed with ease and as hair soft, wavy, straight, glossy, and gives softest silk. Price for large box, 50c.; boxes), only $1.00. We pay all charges. to sell you something else, on which they not have GLOSSINE in stock. If your size, with your name and address and name prepaid. Owners, 9 Governor St., Richmond, Va. SINGLETON, Agent for Washington, D. C. The American A BAPTIST JUBILEE. A BAPTIST JUBILEE. we can make," he said, "to worship God—not that we worship the building, but to consecrate it to God and to worship Him in it. He stated how often lecturers and men of prominence had talked with him about appearing at the 19th St. Church to see the immense and intelligent audiences which appeared there from time to time. His remarks were so well received that all present decided that they would. renew their already gigantic efforts to have a house of worship equal to any in the city. When Mrs. Julia Mason Layton arose to speak she was greeted, as usual, with a hearty applause. She mentioned the number of clubs, societies, etc., within the church whose objects were to aid the church financially, and in all of these organizations women predominated and as the women were such an important factor in the working force of the church they had decided to have a "Woman's Day" on the third Sunday in May, when services would be held three times during the day, and at each service women would do all of the work except preaching. She further expressed herself as believing that a grand old lovefeast-reunion ought to bring every member in closer touch with every other member. In referring to the continued prosperity of the church, she thought it Mary C. was due to the care in selecting such good, competent men to fill the pulpit, and by special request she read a sketch of a life of the pastor, referring to him as a "palm" and mentioning the most important "gardens" where he has been nurtured. She paid a high tribute to the sterling character of Rev. Brooks and to his worth and power as a leader and orator. He has been the captain for twenty years and his church has grown and blossomed like a rose. The thunderous applause which greeted this paper was sufficient evidence that Mrs. Layton's efforts in securing this information was fully appreciated. Mrs. R. E. Lawson, National Organizer of the W. C. T. U., who has traveled extensively in this country and who was sent as delegate to the World's Convention in Edinsburg, Scotland, where she spoke to people representing fifty governments, was then requested to relate something of her recent trip through the South. The following excerpts are taken from her remarks: "I am to tell you of my observations and experiences as well as the work accomplished during my recent trip through North Carolina. I shall be able only to touch here and there. I have been completely surprised and delighted at what I have seen of the progress and hopeful outlook among our people. Instances stand out prominent in my mind, indicating need for remedy. I have met our people on the THE COLORED AMERICAN Jim Crow Cars, loud and boisterous to my disgust; I have found the men on cars and in waiting rooms ready to smoke in the presence of their own women whom they had never been taught to honor as the white man honors everything that wears a dress in his race; I have met our women on the street, on railroad, in the church with the snuff quid or snuff mop sticking from their mouths, and the W. C. T. U. women in a certain city told me how the men of our race frequent the saloon, spend all their earnings, where the mothers are compelled to go to service to pay rent and buy food for the children, and how as a consequence children run wild all day long—can't go to school—mothers not able to keep them in suitable clothes. Thorough the request of the president of this city I see opportunity for our Flower Mission superintendent to open a barrel right here in the church where half-worn children's garments might be put in and sent, when full, to help educate some little boy or girl whom the W. C. T. U. could keep in school through our assistance. The most pitiful, and heart-rending observation was to learn and see so many old men and women of our race at Newbern who have become the victims of sharpers through this ex-slave pension idea. January 1, 1903, was appointed as the day when the government would send in a large iron wagon laden with their money. Crowds of these duped old people thronged the railroad line eagerly expecting the wagon. Their illness and suffering from cold contracted, as well as from disappointment, caused the civil authorities to investigate the matter, but so firmly had these unscrupulous men matured their plans that the short cut to a beneficial society was easy and they turned it into one as a continued means of getting money from these believing but deluded old souls who throng the halls one night in every week, carrying all the dues they can get, fortified by the announcement that Senator Hanna's introduction of that ex-slave pension bill would bring the iron wagon filled with money April 1, 1903. "I could not help bearing a colored woman's opinion of northern colored people as she loudly conversed with a man on the train. She said if you got money—all right; if not they don't want anything to do with you. Whether you're sick or whether you're well nobody wants you without your dollar, up there. You can spend more in a day than you need spend in a month down here. She went north with $50 in her pocket; and when she got back home could see nothing she had bought but a 98c. skirt. She had a lovely voice and used excellent language, and when the man left her I drew her in conversation, told her of my mission, etc., and she said she was from Wilmington. Then I asked her how our people were getting along since that terrible riot down there. She said we don't call it the riot any more. We called it that and the 10th of November, but the white folks didn't like it and we had to stop talking about it by those names, for they threatened us. So we changed the name to the Passover, and I tell you since the Passover if you are making any money or accumulating anything you don't dare let the white folks know it. Every now and then they call themselves reminding the niggers. They take to our term Passover because we got scripture for that—and they say you mustn't forget the passover, for if we come the second time we will not spare the infants in the cradle. This is the civilization from which the Mauley brothers fled; the despotism which lynching cries out against Negro domination—when the lash is in its own hands; which has forced Hon. Geo. H. White and other representative citizens to quietly take up residence elsewhere or give their lives as penalty for remaining in the state. "And yet amid this maddening maze of things, Tho' tossed by storm and flood, T one fixed stake our spirit clings— We know that God is good. * * * Music having been furnished by the choir, a general handshaking was in- dulged in by all present and a sumptuous feast was the place where the trustees secured pledges from many members and friends to assist in the grand rally which will take place in October. On Saturday at 12 o'clock Mr. Edgar E. Ricks appeared before the Baptist Council for examination for ordination. He proved himself such a competent, intelligent, broad-minded student of the Bible that the catechizes were so well placed and so agreeably surprised that they asked him every tenet in Hitchkoss' Manual and then required him to give. Biblical references in each instance. His answers were so prompt and clear that the motion to accept him upon his experience and ordain him at once was unanimously passed. nanimously pass The sermon by Rev. Clark, prayer by Rev. Howard, charge by Rev. Brooks, giving right hand of fellowship by Rev. Truitt; and presentation of the Bible by Rev. Smith were so very impressive that the candidate was made fully cognizant of the solemn duties to which he has been called. His present church is the St. Phillips Baptist Church, from which Rev. J. L. Pinn was called to Rochester, N. Y. The above events form such an interesting phase of the progress of the work of the church that much more interest has been manifested by all of the members. To cap the climax, Rev. Brooks preached one of the very best sermons he has ever delivered on Sunday morning, speaking without notes or any reference except the Bible. The church has granted him a ten-day leave of absence, on condition that he will not work while away. A THRIVING TOWN Waco, Tex., is one of the liveliest little towns in the Lone Star state. The people there, both white and colored, are enterprising, and as it is in the center of a rich farming country it is kept busy supplying the farmers and disposing of their stock to the great commercial centers. The public schools there are first class, there being two colored colleges, one under the control of the A. M. E. Church with President Burgan at its head and the other, the Howard Institute, whose president is Prof. Roberts. The Colored American has a large circulation in this town. SONG SERVICE BY THE ASBURY CHOIR. By 7:30 last Sunday evening standing room was at a premium in the Asbury church, and by 8 o'clock hundreds of people had to be turned away for lack of accommodation. The occasion was the postponed Easter song service by the church choir, Prof. J. Henry Lewis, director. As usual the service was very greatly enjoyed by those who could gain admission and more than $50 was realized by the silver offering. There will be but one more before the season closes, and owing to the limited seating capacity of the church, admission will be by card. HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS THE M'KINLEY HOUSE, 489 Missouri Ave. Near 6 St. First-class accommodations for all An up-to-date Hotel Rooms neatly furnished, linens clean, and prices within reach of all Meals and Lunches served at all hours. The PORTER : HOUSE ; CAFE 103 6th St., N. W. Wines, liquors and Cigars.—A full line of the choicest liquors, the best brands of cigars and the coolest beer in Washington. BROWN & SMITH, Proprietors. 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Has been enlarged and newly refitted with modern improvements for the accommodation of Guests. so as to furnish first class services with Bag, Dining Room, Private Parlors and first class Sleeping Apartments. Arthur Webster, steward; William Leonard and William Hall, mixologist Henry Johnson, manager and Auto Scott, clerk. CALEB A. SIMMS, Prop: 331 W.37th St. New York --- A Successful Barrister Hon. Josiah T. Settle a Leading Attorney of Memphis, Tenn., Admitted to Practice Before the Supreme Court of the U. S.—His Early Struggle for an Education.—A Successful Career. Hon. Josiah T. Settle, of Memphis, Tenn., is visiting Washington this week on professional business, and on Monday, the 20th instant, he was admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States. Settle is one of the strong men of the race and is an admirable example of its possibilities. He is a scholar, an orator, a philosopher and a leader. He was born on the Cumberland mountains in Tennessee and obtained his preliminary education in the common schools of Ohio. At the age of 15 years he entered Oberlin College and completed his freshman year there. At the solicitation of Gen. O. O. Howard and Prof A. L. Barber he then came to Howard University and took the full collegiate and subsequently the law course at that institution. While a student at Harvard, his talents and high character attracted the attention of the late Governor Alexander R. Shepherd, and through the influence of that gentleman was appointed first reading clerk of the then existing District legislature and subsequently as a clerk of the District Board of Public Works, in the latter position under the personal direction of Governor Shepherd, who held him in great esteem and promoted his [Name not provided] HON. J. T. SETTLE, Memphis, Tenn. fortunes in every possible manner. Mr. Settle's life in Washington was most congenial to a man of his social temperament and accomplishments, and for a time he remained content with his conditions, varying them by occasional participation in the political campaigns of neighboring states, always to the increase of his reputation, gained even then as a forceful logician and a most graceful orator. But there soon came an awakening. The sad story of the race's needs in the South, the importunate demand for men of strong character, of moral equipment, and of professional acquirement to go down among them, to be a light unto their feet and to show them by power of example what they might accomplish, awoke in him a responsive chord, and forsaking the society of his intellectual comrades and his social friends in the North, he bravely took up his share of the work among the submerged of our people and cast his fortunes with the race in the state of Mississippi, in which state he began the practice of law in 1875. His thorough knowledge of his profession, his modesty, and the clean and pure life he led among these people attracted almost immediate attention from both the white and the colored people, and it is safe to say that no colored man, especially from the North, ever enjoyed a larger degree of the respect and confidence of his white fellow citizens THE COLORED AMERICAN than did Mr. Settle during his residence in Mississippi. In a few months after beginning practice he was nominated as District Attorney and would unquestionably have been elected had not the policy of the Federal government just at that time destroyed the edifice of republican control in the state and produced the well-known revolution of 1876 Mr. Settle, however, easily retained the confidence of the people and in that same year he was elected both as a delegate to the National Republican Convention and as a Presidential elector for the state at large. He was again Presidential elector on the Garfield ticket in 1880, and in 1884 he was elected to the legislature of Mississippi on an independent ticket. This was a signal tribute to his personal worth, as no such cause as party loyalty or party regularity could be pleaded for his victory. At the close of his legislative term Mr. Settle found a larger field for professional success in Memphis, Tenn., and he accordingly moved to that city in 1885 and promptly took up again the practice of law. For two years he served as Assistant Attorney General, charged with all state prosecutions in the courts of Shelby county, Tenn., and he added materially to the brilliancy of his legal reputation and to the appreciation of his sterling character by the impartiality and vigor of his work in this office. Beginning with 1892, Mr. Settle has been a delegate to every National convention of the party and he is now rounding out his twelfth year of service as a member of the State Executive Committee of Tennessee. During his entire career Mr. Settle has never sought political office. In every instance he has been urged to serve by the influential men of the community, and when he has consented it has always been with reluctance, so wedded has he been to the profession which he has made his life work, and only when he believed some race interest could be conserved by acceptance. Mr. Settle has high ideals. He knows the law is a jealous mistress, and the eminence he has attained and the large and lucrative practice which he enjoys have been made possible only by the severest application, a constant study of legislative enactments and judicial decisions, and higher and best of all by the subordination of all to the highest principles of personal integrity and to the practice of unswerving morality. These are the dominant notes in his career and the race may justly prepare a niche for him in that Pantheon wherein are cherished the names and fame of those who have achieved the best results amid the most untoward surroundings. Then, too, Mr. Settle is an eloquent answer himself to Mrs. John A. Logan's query why colored men of education and refinement are content to go down to the South and suffer the humiliations and limitations of their environments there. With him it is the race first and personal aggrandizement afterward. Mr. Settle is popular in Memphis with all classes of her citizens and the years to come are full of promise of greater achievement for the man and of continued helpfulness for his race. MR. WOODWARD ENTERTAINED. Mrs. Maude Cuney McKinley, gave an informal musical to a small number of friends, on Tuesday Evening, April 21, '03. Mr. Sidney Woodward, tenor soloist, of the Coleridge-Taylor Choral Society, sang several beautiful solos accompanied by the hostess. Other delightful numbers were rendered by Mr. Walter Hayson, baritone, Miss Nellie Burke, soprano, and Mr. Clarence White, violinist, accompanied by Miss Beatrice Warrick. Among those present were: Mrs. Francis Gaskins, Mrs. Kate Monroe, Miss Mary Nalle, Miss Nellie Burke, Miss Beatrice Krick, and Messrs. Sidney Woodward, Parker Bailey, Benj. Smith, Walter Hayson, Clarence White, Geo., Benj., and Lloyd G. Cuney, Brother of the hostess. Missouri Education Missouri Education Lincoln Institute Gets a Large Appropriation. Jefferson City, Mo.—Special.—The prospectus of the summer school connected with Lincoln Institute will soon be ready for the public. All indications point toward a very successful session. Letters of inquiry are pouring in from all parts of the state and many teachers and students have stated their intention to enroll for the six weeks' course beginning Monday, June 15. Aside from the regular Department Work, which will be in the hands of specialists, there will be a course of lectures on various subjects from such gentlemen of renown as Governor Dockery, on Political Science; State Superintendent Carrington, on Pedagogy; the Reverend Dr. Handy, the Egyptologist, on Egypt, and other historical subjects. Board and lodging can be secured at reasonable rates. Several members of the Board of Regents recently visited the Institute, carefully inspecting and inquiring into its condition, and recommending such repairs and improvements as they deemed necessary. They unanimously and openly stated that President Allen's administration had been exceedingly practical, minntly successfu, and of much value to the best interest of the institution. MRS. CORA. NERO MOTEN Vice-President Garnett of the Department of Latin delivered the commencement oration and presented the diplomas to the graduates at the closing exercises of the Bunceton High School. Prof. J. Silone-Yates of the Department of English has been invited to deliver the commencement oration before the Alumni Association of Wilberforce University, June 17. The Lincoln Institute Dramatic Association, Mrs. C. Moten, director, gave a very creditable rendition of "The Last Loaf," in Page Auditorium, Friday night, April 17. A large and appreciative audience witnessed the play. Forty-five thousand dollars is the generous amount of the appropriation made by the Missouri legislature for the maintenance of Lincoln Institute for the ensuing two years. President B. F. Allen is to be congratulated upon being able to secure the largest appropriation given in the history of the school solely for maintenance. PUBLISHER'S NOTICE. The demand for the last edition of The Colored American was so great that the entire edition was exhausted. Agents who have any unsold copies on hand, will please return them at our expense. The popularity of Bishop R. S. Williams was shown by the great demand for the paper not only in Washington, but in all parts of the country. His lithograph was admired by all and the publisher has been forced to get out a second edition. Now is the time to subscribe. 3 SALOONS. Chris.Xander's QUALITY HOUSE, 909 7th St. NW. Established 86 years ago. The largest wholesale stock in town of the most exquisite, faultless wines and distillates (in all 240 kinds.) at Chris. Xander's modern prices no others can compete quality and purity with any of his goods. His liquors are absolutely free rom fusel poison. (No. branch houses.) Phone 1425 Jas. F. 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Hence there is found in the work few themes and yet no monotony, for these few themes are so variedly developed, so appropriately contrasted and so intelligently and beautifully embellished as never to tire, but always to afford increasing interest and new delights. "I take it," continues Mr. Coleridge-Taylor, "to be an artistic crime in the musical treatment of a poem to make it subordinate to orchestral effect. The music is only justified if it speaks in the language of the poem. T. A. K. PROF. JOHN T. LAYTON, Director of Hiawatha Chorus, Washington, D. C. The soloists were Mrs. Katherine Skene-Mitchell, soprano, of Cleveland, Ohio; Mr. Sidney Woodward, tenor, of Boston; Mr. Harry Burleigh, barytone, of New York. Mr. Burleigh has a full, resonant voice of wide range, which he uses with great skill. Though at times obviously out of tune, he was in splendid vioce and sang his numbers with rare intelligence. We were not quite satisfied, however, with his rendering of "Farewell, Minnehaha." His singing here chalenged our admiration rather than stirred our emotions. By that X tenderest, most pathetic of all leave-takings he might have touched the most fervent chords of our feelings. But he did not. There was a comparative degree of sympathy expressed, but the superlative he did not attain. Perhaps he lacked the temperament. But in "True is all Iagoo Tells Us" and "I am Going, O My People," Mr. Burleigh rose triumphantly to every demand, and the deepest meanings of those noble arias were vividly con- THE COLORED AMERICAN. P. M. C. MRS. KATHRYNE SKEENE-MITCHELL, Primo Donna at Haiwatha Concert, Cleveland, O. ceived and grandly expressed. "True is All Iagoo Tells Us" presents two pictures in Hiawatha's vision of the coming of the white man. One is bright and the other dark. In presenting these, the revision of mood in Mr. Burleigh was so evident and the contrast thereby so striking that we thought the tone coloring unsurpassable. Mr. Woodward, the tenor, with a vioce of rare beauty, sang his numbers with a precision and truthfulness that was simply exquisite. Appreciative of the varying moods of "Onaway, Awake," he made that vocal gem a revaluation, not only of the composer's genius, but of the expressional power of the human voice. In the "Black-Robe Chief" we had a trying aria in different vein. It required forcefulness in delivery and wide range in the singer. Though Mr. Woodward had some difficulty in getting his initial note, he sang this aria so effectively, taking the high $b$ at the end with such power and evenness of tone that a repetition was the only thing that could silence the deafening applause. MRS. KATHRYNE Primo Donna at Haiwat A common and engaging characteristic of the soloists was the entire absence of affectation, and of resource to musical tricks. Each one sought his laurels through intelligent interpretation, legitimate methods and artistic expressiveness. Of no one could this be better said than of the soprano soloist. From a previous knowledge of Mrs. Mitchell's voice we feared it would not be big enough for certain requirements of her numbers. This proved true, especially in such parts as "I hear a rushing, hear a roaring" and the terrified cry of Minnehaha for "Hiawatha! Hiawatha!". But everywhere her discriminating taste evidenced a high order of musical intelligence, and at times there was a liquid resonance in her tones that was delightful in the extreme. The audience seemed best pleased with the spring song of the third part, and bestowed liberal applause. She sang this with a rhythmic blitheness that was as appropriate as it was charm- --- ing, but her artistic success was, "Then he sat down, still and motionless," in which her sympathetic voice and carefulness for details left nothing further to be desired. The effectivenss of the chorus was fully attested by the almost wild applause that was given it throughout the evening. Professor Layton had a band of singers of unusual merit, which did honors to his leadership. In unison passages the men sang rather raggedly in decided contrast with the women, whose voices sounded as one. Barring this and a few instances of imprecision in attack and a wavering in rhythm, the chorus was wonderfully successful. The "Sing to Us, O Chibiabos" was charmingly insinuating; the tone coloring of "Thus they Buried Minnehaha" was beautiful, as was also "Farewell, Minnehaha!" But the fullest possibilities of those 160 voices were yet to appear, for in the chorus "By the Shore of Gitchee Gumee" the music fairly scintillated and the grandness of "Farewell, Hiawatha" is hardly to be forgotten. Professor Layton wrought mightily. SKEENE-MITCHELL, ha Concert, Cleveland, O. There is a word yet. It concerns the accompanists. Mr. Braxton had little to do at the piano, but did that little with his usual skill. Mrs. Pelham's ability as a pianist is everywhere conceded, and it was fortunate indeed that, when the exigency of the last moment called for a second pianist, the Society could secure her assistance. A less capable musician would not have attempted so difficult a score at the eleventh hour. The superiority of her pianism was shown in the beautifully rendered prelude to "The Death of Minnehaha." But to Miss Mary L. Europe, the regular acompanist, belongs the lion's share of praise for the piano work. She is a young musician, but of decided genius, and played the score of "Hiawatha" so exacting in its readings, rhythm, time and tempo, with such precision, power and intelligence that she received the most cordial thanks of the soloist and almost extravagant commendation of the musical critics. WALTER B. HAYSON J. To Whose Untiring Energy and Industry, the Financial success of Hiawatha Concert is Largely Due. Insures Love and a Happy Home for AII. How any man may quickly cure himself after years of suffering from sexual weakness, lost vitality, night losses varicocele, etc., and enlarge small, weak organs to full size and vigor Simply send your name and address to Dr. Knapp Medical Co. 867 Hull Bldg. Detroit Mich., and they will gladly send the free receipt with full directions so any man may easily cure himself at home. This is certainly a most generous offer and the following extracts taken from their daily mail, show what men hink of their generosity. 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These entertainments are not only beneficial to the pupils of the High School, but are most interesting to that part of the public, which has the privilege of witnessing them. Quite an enjoyable announcement part was spent by the Past and Present Brownies at the Misses Waring, of T street last Friday evening. Among those present were Mesdames Owen Waller, Julia Tatem, Pet Boyd, Emma Muse, Hawhurst, Mossell, John Cook and Shaw, of Altoona, Misses Maring Montague, Lou Smallwood, Imogene Wormley, Ley Moten, Alice Nelson, Nellie Datcher, Essie Tucker, Edith Lee, Hattie and Annie Thomas, Etta Contee, Musette and Oceana Brooks, Mamie Williamson, Nina Pinchback, Florence Smith and Janie Freeman. Pharoah's Decision, is the name of a very valuable book that has just been issued by Mr. I. Leonard Henson, A. D., LL. M. The book is interesting from beginning to end, and it covers many cases that are now in the public eye, such as the United States Supreme Court Decision against the Negro. The book is divided into twelve chapters and such subjects as the following are treated in a most interesting and philosophical manner. A Sectional Union, The Divisional Lines, A Race Question, Race Prejudice—north and south, The Negro's Condition and Positon. The book is elegantly bound, has nearly four hundred pages and retails for the small sum of $1.25. Orders can be addressed to I. Leonard Henson, 1524 Fifth St., N. W., Washington, D. C. The great True Reformers building now under construction, at 12th and U Sts., N. W., will be ready for occupancy by the first of July. It will be one of the largest and one of the most complete buildings in the city. A pleasant feature about it is that the architect, designer, contractor, wood workers, brick and stone makers, carpenters, and all who are connected with it are colored men. Too much credit cannot be given President Taylor, and the supervising architect, Mr. A. J. Lankford, for the proficiency, as well as the race pride, shown in this work. Mr. J. M. Bundy, of the Post Office Department, was in Baltimore, Tuesday, of this week. THE COLORED AMERICAN. CITY PARAGRAPHS. There is an old adage that "all things come to him that waits." We dispute it. All things come to him who goes after them and compels them to come to him. The boats on the river will soon be taking their excursions to the public picnic grounds down the Potomac. Summer is indeed here. Rev. Wm. L. Taylor, the President of the True Reformers Bank, spent a few days in the city this week, looking after the True Reformers Building. While here he was the guest of Mr. C. L. Marshall, manager of the branch store in this city. The Hottest Coon from Dixie, is billed for the Empire Theatre, next week. It includes many new features and promises to make the hit of the season. Mr. Carl Dante, the black magician, better known as the Black Herman was the drawing card at the Empire Theatre this week. He has been secured for The Hottest Coon in Divie next week. Rev. E. W. Lampton, Financial Secretary of the A. M. E. Church has called a special meeting of the Financial Department of his church to meet inthis city this week. Dr. Lampton is one of the most active forces in the church and is making a great record for his church, as well as for his department. Messrs. Avery and Hart who have been playing to crowded houses at the Empire Theatre, this week, as stars of The Sons of Ham, have played to packed houses. The gentlemen are treat comedians in the true sense of the term, and have made many friends. They will star next week in the Hottest Coon from Dixie. The management of the Empire Theatre is getting in the old way of making money off the colored people, and placing its advertising in the columns of the white newspapers, when not more than five percent. of their patrons at the colored shows are white people. Colored men with an eye to business should procure an opera house of their own or insist on being recognized by that class of whites who make money through the colored people, and who deliberately discriminate against them. OBITUARY. Mrs. Elizabeth B. Traynham, the beloved wife of Mr. B. B. Traynham, died at her late residence, 213 E. 103rd street, New York City, on Tuesday, April 21st, at 10 o'clock a. m. She was born at Newburn, Va., Aug. 27th 1869, while quite young she removed to Danville Va, with her parents, and in 1886 was married to Mr. B. B. Traynham, and came to New York City to reside. She was greatly liked and much beloved by all who knew her. She died in full triumph of Faith, and is gone home to rest with Jesus. She bore her illness without a murmur, and was conscious of her approaching end. Her sudden demise was a shock to her many friends. The funeral obsequies took place from her late residence, on Saturday April 25th, at 1 o'clock p. m. Rev. G W. Bailey and Rev. A. Johnson officiated. Her three favorite hymns were sung, namely, "Nearer My God to Thee," "Shall We Meet Beyond the River," and "Asleep in Jesus Blessed Sleep. A vast number of friends called to pay their last tribute of respect. The floral designs were many and of the rarest beauty. Her remains were intered in Saint Michael's cemetery. She leaves a husband, one brother, sister, nephew and a host of friends to mourn their lost A precious one from us has gone, A voice we loved is stillled; A place is vacant in our home. A place is vacant in our home Which never can be filled. God in his wisdom has recalled The boon his love has given; And though the body moulders here The soul is safe in Heaven. HER HUSBAND Dr. J. A. Prather Baltimore's Leading Afro American Physician and Business Man. Dr. Prather born in North Carolina, in humble circumstances, with an ambition to rise to higher things, has made a success of his life. Professional achievements atest the fact and the weight of his influence is shown by his leadership of his people and by the deference which is shown him by the party leaders. It is of signal note that the doctor has persistently refused political preferment of every character. This is rare among our people and is an added tribute to his good sense and his appreciation of the fact that in these days of progress, every thing is specialized. The politician cannot be a successful physician and the converse of the proposition is equally true. After all, the practical politician always finds the "public pulse" somewhere close to the prosperous business or professional man and Dr. Prather has elected to be an affirmative factor in the life of Baltimore, rather than an echo. SOME FACTS ABOUT THE EGGS. April finds the domestic fowl at the zenith of her activities and high tide in the egg market. There are few who do not like eggs and with whom they do not agree. Some, biliously inclined, aver that they cannot eat them freely, but their digestibility is largely a matter of cooking. The Navajos shun them, having a prevalent superstition, that he who eats eggs or chickens, is bound to crow like a rooster in the night. Rigid vegetarians taboo them on principle; but these are the exception, not the rule. Like milk, eggs contain all the elements needed to support life, and those in the right proportion. Being highly concentrated, however, they need to be served with bread, potatoes, rice or other cereals in order to make the bulk necessary to keep the digestive organs in perfect condition. Eggs should not be served at the same meal with meat, unles it be with crisp slices of breakfast bacon or tender, juicy bit of broiled ham. While the digestibility of a fresh, properly cooked egg is almost prefect, there is nothing more indigestible than the fried or hard-boiled egg truned out by the ordinary ignorant maid. At the cooking schools the proper treatment of the egg, with all the whys and wherefores, is one of the first lessons taught. It is explained that the albumen of the egg belongs to the proteid or nitrogenous division of food principles; the yolq to the fats or fuels. In cooking an egg the albumen coagulates at 158 degrees while water boils at 212. If an egg is plunged into boiling water and kept at a high temperature the albumen becomes tough and consequently indigestible. The best way to boil eggs hard is the paradoxical one of not boiling them at all. Instead, drop the egg to be cooked into a vessel of boiling water, cover closely and take at once from the fire. In six minutes the egg will be saft-boiled. In eight minutes the egg will be medium cooked. Twenty minutes, with the water just below the boiling point, gives the hard boiled egg. Another method that insures a creamy and delicious soft-boiled egg is to put the egg in cold water and allow it to just come to a boil. Eggs that are perfectly fresh have the finest flavor. After 24 hours an egg steadily deteriorates. Should you wish to examine into the freshness of your eggs before breaking hold each one before a strong light and look directly through it. If fresh the white will be clear and the yoke round. In the Paris egg market the eggtester sits with a lighted candle before him and passes upon every egg brought into the market. Another test of eggs is dropping them into water. The fresh ones being 5 heavy will sink, and the bad ones will float. While a few years ago the appellation "bad egg" was equivalent to absolute ggod-for-nothingness, it is interesting to know that in these days even the "bad egg" has found its place. When eggs are examined to go into cold storage, all the small, dirty or cracked eggs that are still fresh and of good quality are canned, the whites and yokes being put up separately. These "airtights," as frintier men call them have proved a great convenience especially in hot climates. The cloudy or rotten eggs are also canned and sold to taners for glossing leather, while the shells are used as fertilizers. Thus eggs formerly a dead loss now bring from three to five cents a dozen. POVERTY IS NOT ALL (From the Chicago Record-Hearald.) "It ain't no crime to be poor; that's something I'll not deny; The one that 's beggin' may get a front seat up in the sky, But I'll bet you he'll have to explain, before they give him his wings, Why it was that he traveled around in other men"s worn out things. "I ain't a praisin' the rich that are grabbin' for more and more, And mebby they'll have to grub over there on the other shore, But I'll bet you the lazy heap that's ragged and doesn't care, Will have some explainin' to do when they wake him up over there. "No, money ain't all there is fer people to try to git; I'll bet you it's never bought a harp over yonder yit; But I guess it'll hardly do for a chap to be too blame sure That glory's waitin' him just because he keeps bein' poor." S. E. KISER. DRESS MAKING ACADEMY. The de Lam Orton Famous French Perfection Tailor System, Mme. J. A. Smallwood, sole agent, 1513 Madison street, northwest. Morning class from 9 a. m. to 1 p. m. Afternoon class 2 to 5 p. m. daily. Evenings from 7:30 to 10 o'clock. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, dressmakers and ladies who wish to do their own dress-making. WANTED.—To learn the wonderful De Lam Orton French Perfection Tailor System. Seamless Basques without one inch of visible seam, in lining or goods, not eeven on the shoulder. Successful dressmaking requires as much earnest progressive study as successful work in any profession. No detail is too small to be looked after. We teach you to make dresses with or without seam and guarantee perfect fits, and complete your course with a diploma. If you have a spare room that you would like to rent to desirable parties, advertise them in The Colored American. SUMMER RESORTS FOR RENT--Summer of 1903 Lincoln Hall at Harper's Ferry, W. Va. For particulars address N. C. Brackett. Please Help Me Find My Brother Saunk Joyce was sold in Mecklenburg, Virginia several years before the civil war, to Cunnigan a Negro trader. His mother, Willie, was a slave on the Joyce plantation. He had one sister Betty, who is very anxious to find him. Any in formation will be gladly received. MRS BETTY REYNOLDS. 44 Parker street, Atlanta, Ga. SOMETHING NEW. The Rapid Cigarette Maker is an article every smoker should possess. Handy to carry in pocket. Handsomely nickel plated Sent post paid to any address on receipt of price 15 cents. A. Taylor, 126 Pittsburg St. Uniontown, Pa Mention this paper when writing. FOR RENT. Two rooms, front and rear, will rent the two together or will rent single. Near Fourteenth St., northwest. 1t Race Gleanings. Race Gleanings. Col. James Hill, the veteran leader of his people in Mississippi, is publishing a strong verile paper in his "Mississippi State Register," at Jackson. Mrs. Agnes Moody, famous as the Aunt Agnes of the Coon Kitchen of the Paris Exposition of 1900, is dead at Chicago. Miss Jennie Harrison, a colored lady of Peoria, Ill., is acquiring some fame as an artist. Her paintings are in demand. It apears from the Texas Gulde, of Victoria, Tex., that there is a fine opening for a colored physician at Fort Wort in that state. In Beaumont, Tex., the colored people are largely represented in most of the business enterprises and as professional men. Paul Laurence Dunbar has many admirers in the country. Many literary societies are named after him. The latest is in Portland, Oreg. The Progress, of Omaha, Nebr., is an influential and bright newspaper. It shows excellent judgment in its clippings and in preparing its news. The famous body snatching case in Indianapolis, Ind., has been settled by the conviction of Rufus Cantrell, a colored man, as the chief criminal. "The Coast Defender" is the rather unique name of a bright, sparkling race paper published at Atlantic City, N. J. It is full of local news and gives every promise of success. The Private Late Poultry Co. is a new race organization with headquarters at Chicago, Ill., designed to engage in the development of the poultry and egg business. Mr. David Patrick, a wealthy colored resident of Aurora, Nebr., has just died. For years he was a prominent official in a white church of that city. Madam Julia Wormley McAdoo, of this city, has been winning new laurels as an elocutionist in the West. Her recent appearances in Cincinnati were both financial and artistic successes. The Independent Order of St. Luke, a vigorous race organization having its headquarters in Richmond, Va., is building a fine house for itself in that city. Its architect and all the mechanics are colored. Property valued at $50,000 and situated in Colorado and California has lately come by bequest into the possession of Mrs. George M. Pierson, wife of a colored railroad employee of Pocatello, Idaho. Rev. John J. Smallwood, a colored educator of Virginia, has been electrifying white audiences in the West by refuting from unimpeachable records the lies and slanders of Southern white men on the Negro question. Mr. Howard Sproull, of Portland, Oreg., has been saying some severe things against one Ferris, a New England product, who has by his puny strength been trying to stem the tide of progressive industrial education. Mr. Sproull's views are published in the New Age. Mr. Everett J. Waring, for some years a clerk in the Pension Bureau in this city, subsequently a lawyer and banker in Baltimore, is now publishing "The Afro-American," of Columbus, Ohio, a brave and able race paper. Editor Waring will make his influence felt. Negro picnics are just now agitating the people of Mobile, Alabama. Mr. A. N. Johnson, a public spirited man, started an enterprise for their accommodation in a locality away from the white people, but it seems the Negroes are themselves fighting the proposition. Probably not enough pork to go 'round. From the latest reports of Bishop L. P. Coppin, of the A. M. E. Church, it appears there are now in South Africa two hundred preachers and eight thousand members of that church. The American Guide, of Little Rock, Ark., recently published a congratulatory sketch and cut of Hon. John E. Bush, receiver of the Land Office, that city. Mr. Bush is one of the best five-minute speakers the race has produced. THE COLORED AMERICAN. Mr. Carnegie's gift to Tuskegee Institute is notable on two accounts. The sum is large. It is not large for the giver, because his name in the matter of beneficence stands for big things—for the biggest things. He does nothing by halves. He gives freely to whatever cause appeals to his sympathy and his judgment. But this sum is large for the purposes in view, and it is certainly to do a great amount of good. And it comes opportunely. It will enable Prof. Washington to carry out some important plans, and, it is hardly necessary to say, his plans, as a rule, are all worthy of support. He has, so far, builted wisely and by so doing has recommended himself to the respect and assistance of all whose views of life are broad and serious. But more notable than the size of Mr. Carnegie's contribution is the letter which accompanies it. His tribute to Prof. Washington is the highest that has yet been paid by a man of the white race. It is cordial to the point, let us say, of audacity. Many white men admire Prof. Washington, give him their hand in public, receive him into their offices for consultation, and in many ways testify to a feeling that they are dealing with a man of unusual gifts and of unusual deserts. They speak of him, too, in terms of very high appreciation. But Mr. Carnegie puts all of this into language striking for its warmth and courage and sincerity, and assigns to the man he praises a place among the greatest of men. Does Mr. Carnegie in his appraisement speak the minds of others? Theodore Roosevelt agrees with him. Grover Cleveland is in his company. Bishop Potter has already said almost as much. At Yale, at Harvard, at Columbia, and at other great seats of learning and instruction, Prof. Washington is regarded with marked favor. Prince Henry, of Prussia, when in New York, asked for a copy of the book in which this remarkable man had related the story of his origin and endeavors. That book has been translated into several foreign languages, and has been read and complimented by many savants. But what will Senator Tillman and the men who hold with him say? Shall we not hear that Mr. Carnegie has inflicted by his praise an injury not only on Prof. Washington, but on the whole Negro race? Shall we not be told that it is this sort of thing which spoils the "nigger" for everyday uses and makes him ambitious and dangerous to society? It is the Tillman idea that the Negro should find no Moses to lead him out of the bondage of ignorance, but should a bondage of ignorance, but should have stricter taskmasters and be kept in that bondage.—Washington Evening Star. MR. M. GRANT LUCUS. On "A New Compulsory School Attendence Laaw," at Bethel Literary. The Metropolitan A. M. E., church was the scene of a large crowd last Tuesday evening, the occasion being an address on the above named subject by Mr. M. Grant Lucas. The speaker dealt with figures and facts drawn from various official statistics bearing on the subject; and in a logical and convincing argument, showed the advantages to be desired from such a law. Among those who discussed the paper were: Dr. W. B. Evans, Mr. R. S. Smith, Mrs. Bailey, Mr. Ewing and Miss M. L. Jordan. At the conclusion of the address, the president, Mr. G. W. Jackson, announced the appointment of a committee to draft resolutions endorsing the new compulsory law now under consideration by the Board of Education, and Prof. Wm. H. Richards, as chairman of the committee. Letters were read from the following school officers: Maj. Geo. H. Marries, Dr. R. Kingsman, Mrs. B. G. Francis, and Supt. A. T. Stuart and a number of other persons not connected with the schools. Little Colored Americans. Little Colored Americans. Regret is for yesterday, rest for tomorrow, but endeavor for today. The race that has enacted miscegination laws is constantly breaking them. Business men are the life of a community. Colored men of affairs are always welcome in business circles. Will the burning of the homes of our people in Joplin, Mo., stop the emigration of the race upward from the far South? Our editors see nothing good in what the race is doing, but focus their glasses on the faults and the mistakes a few of us are making. The brethren of the press have the privilege of using anything, good they find in these columns. It isn't necessary to give any credit. "We will buy the Negro vote on election day," is the slogan out in Cairo, Ill., according to the Baptist Truth, of that city. How much per? Emigration from any section does not indicate contentment. The departure of so many of the race from the South is significant. Even in the proud days of Carthagenian and Egyptian power, the African race made no history of debauching a weaker people. What will the Boston hebdomidal now say since Andrew Carnagie the steel magnate, has recognized Tuskegee and its great principal in such a substantial manner. The Izwi Labantu, a race journal published at East London, South Africa, and one of our exchanges, has this to say on current topics:"Lomzi wetu omdala useko kunye nabemi abadala nubafiki eijalo." White men do not permit their prejudices to interfere with their business. The South Carolina whites opposed the confirmation of Dr. Crum, but since he has "arrived" several hundred of them have applied for positions under him. The man whose tendencies are to oppose the good things other men are striving to accomplish is the man to be avoided. The editor who fills up the columns of his paper with the shortcomings of his race does not deserve the suport of respectable people. The Negro is always preparing to die while the white man is preparing to live. This is the only thing, to our personal knowledge, wherein the Negro is not a simon-pure imitator of the white man.-The American Guide, Little Rock, Ark. When the Spanish first landed in the West Indies the blood of the aboriginees was of a pure strain. Read the ethnic history of the South American. Wherever the white man has prevailed, a mongrel race is found. White men of North America are not the only sinners in this respect. A NINE O'CLOCK SUPPER. Miss Jessie Freeman, of 302 T St., N. W., invited a few of her most intimate friends to meet Mr. G. W. Pinkney, of Atlantic City, N. J., Tuesday evening, of last week. After a quiet chat in the drawing room, the guests were summoned to the dining room below, where a handsomely catered supper was anxiously waiting No time was lost in filling this part of the bill. Some of those who enjoyd the hospitality were: Misses Minnie Lucas, Ella, Freeman, Helen and Susie Dixon, M. Butler, Julia Shepperson, Dr. and Mrs. Marshall; Madems Shelby and Smith, Messrs. Pinkney, Shelby and Wilson. Freedmans Hospital will have another benedict in the fall when one of our "elocutionary" teachers will assist him in the change of life. Mrs. Mary E. Thomas, of 1527 Madison street, N. W., announces the engagement of her niece, Miss Octavia Green, to Mr. Jas. E. Norris. Miss Rosa Gibson, formerly of Washington, but now of New York, spent the Eastertide with her parents, 1437 W St., N. W. Miss Gibson returned last Saturday morning. Is afforded ladies traveling alone on the Compartment Cars of the "Great Western Limited," 9 Leaving Chicago every evening at 6.30 via the CHICAGO GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY. J. P. ELMER, G. P. A. 113 Adams St., Chicago Merchant Tailor. (JAMES S. RAWLINGS) Now Open and Ready. With the latest fabrics and fashions in Spring goods at reasonablerate s EVERY FIT GUARANTEED. THE PENN. 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Embalmers And Funeral Directors 1315 14 st. nw. Washington, D.C. I would like to secure the services of a colored lady between 20 and 35 for special work in placing orders. She must be fairly educated, a fair talker and able to go about to various places in the city. A fair salary will be paid to the right person. Address, "Business, care The Colored American, Washington, D. C. ```markdown ``` GOTHAM IS CHARMED. The Peerless Performances of Miss Myrtle Hart—Among the Churches—Notes. New York, N. Y., Special.—The elite of Brooklyn and New York gathered at Webster Hall, on Thursday evening, April 11th, to listen to a Harp Recital, by Miss Myrtle Hart. There were about a thousand persons present and the handsome costumes worn by the women added much to the brilliancy of the affair. The following program was rendered: Overture, "Raymond Thomas," Prof. Craig's orchestra; solo, "When the Heart is Young," Mrs. P. Bagnall; reading, "Othello, the Mood of Venice," an Abridgement of act 1, Mr. Chas. Burroughs; harp selection, "Legend," Miss Myrtle Hart; solo, (a) Arioso, from "La Mort de Jeanne d'Arc," (b), "Were My Song With Wings Provided," (c), "Dilette," Mlle Irmingard; selections, "Staba Mater," Prof. Craig's orchestra; solo (a), "The Nightengale's Song," (b), Mighty Lak a Rose," Mrs. P.. Bagnall; harp selection, (a), "Valse," (b), "Romance," Miss Myrtle Hart; reading, "Othello, the Moor of Venice," and Abridgement of act V, Mr. Chas Burroughs; solo, (a), "Von Ewiger Liebe," (b), "Love Me or Not," (c), "My Heart is Weary," aria from opera "Nadeschda," Mlle. Irmingard, harp selection, (a), "Serenade." (b), "Song Without Words." Miss Myrtle Hart. Music was furnished by Prof. W. F. Craig's orchestra, and dancing was indulged in until the wee small hours. At St. James Presbyterian Church, on Sunday, Rev. C. LeRoy Butler, preached an eloquent sermon in the morning, to a large and appreciative audience. In the evening the Coachman's Union League Society and the Ladies Auxiliary listened to their annual sermon by the pastor. At the Christian Endeavor Society, Miss Louise B. McCullough was in charge, and spoke on "The Sacred Sabbath." Miss Mary Murdock, of Statesville, N. C., made an eloquent appeal for a strict adherence to the pledge as Christian Endeavorers. There was a large and enthusiastic public meeting held at St. Mark's M. E. Church, on Monday evening, the 20th inst., in the interest of the White Rose Mission. Mrs. Victoria Matthews, the founder of the Mission, and who was expected to be one of the principle speakers, was ill and unable to be present. Dr. Brooker T. Washington, was also expected, but the audience was doomed to disappointment. Prominent among the squeakers were, Drs. Derrick, and C. T. Walker, Misses S. Elizabeth Frazier and Edith Leonard. The collection of $23.50 was given in the interest of Mrs. Matthews' work. On next Sunday afternoon, the Young Men's Christian Asso.. will hold their regular mass meeting at St. James Presbyterian church. Rev. Hutchens C. Bishop, rector of St. Philip's P. E. Church. will be the principle speaker. Rev. W. R. Lawton, of Brooklyn. will read a paper, entetled, "Prepare for the Battle, Retreat Not from the Conflict,' at the next meeting of the Debating Club, connected with the Association. Mr. L. C. Collins, the efficient secretary of the Metropolitan Mercantile and Reality Company, of 150 Nassau St., is travelling extensively through Maryland in the interest of the Company. The Phillis Wheatley Club met at the residence of Miss Maude K. Griffin, 127 West 134 st., on Friday evening the 17th inst. A paper was read on the subject, "Mrs. Francis Harper and some of her works," by Miss K. Wilson. After the discussion which was both interesting and instructive, refreshments were served and the meeting did not adjourn until quite a late hour. The Citizens' Club of Political Economy of Kings County, in appreciation of the services of lawyer James H. Hayes, in behalf of the volored voters of Virginia, will tender him a dinner May 7th, at the Sumner Hotel,oklyn. A strenuous effort is being made to organize the industrial classes of the Mount Tabor Manuel Training and Industrial School. Persons are now enrolling for dressmaking, plain sewing, printing, tailoring, stenography and book-keeping. GIFT TO TUSKEGEE SCHOOL. Carnegie Adds Six Hundred Thusand To Endowment Fund. New York, April 23.—The trustees of the Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, in Alabama, have received $600,000 toward the endowment fund from Andrew Carnegie, who attended the recent meeting in behalf of the Tuskegee Institute, where exPresident Grover lCleveland presided. The trustees will meet soon to take formal action in accepting the gift, reads as follows: New York, April 17, '03. William H. Baldwin Jr. Trustee My Dear Friend: I have instructed Mr. Franks, my cashier, to deliver to you, as trustee of Tuskegee Institute, $600,000 5 per cent United States Steel Company first mortgage bonds toward the endowment fund. I give this without reservation, except that I require that suitable provision be made from the gift for the wants of Booker T. Washington and his family during his own or his wife's life. I wish that great and good man to be entirely free to devote himself to his great mission. To me he seems one of the greatest of living men because his work is unique, the modern Moses, who leads his race and lifts it through education, the even better and higher things than a land overflowing with milk and honey. History is to tell of two Washington, one white, the other black, both fathers of their people. I am satisfied that the serious race problem of the South is to be solved wisely through Mr. Washington's policy of education, which he seems to have been specially born—a slave among slaves—to establish, and in his own day greatly to advance. Glad am I to be able to assist this good work in which you and others to zealously labor. Truly yours. COLORED MEN ORGANIZE. Columbia, S. C. (Special).—The Negroes of Columbia, S. C., are making a supreme effort to organize a "race union" to better the condition of the race. A mass meeting was held for that purpose on April 22 at Calvery Baptist Church at 8:30 p. m. The organization meets again on the 29th at 8:30 p. m. sharp. We strongly urge that our many friends turn out to the meeting whether they join or not, so as to make things look lively. The proposed management is supreme. The leaders are highly respected gentlemen of the city and are dead in earnest and solely determined to unite their people. This promises to be one of the most extensive unions of the age. If it's a good thing it is evidently worth pushing along, and in order to give it a hard shove it is necessary to get in on the ground floor. We expect a big crowd at the next meeting, which will be held on the 29th of April at the above-named church. Ladies are also invited to come. If any good can come from such a union I see no reason why it should not be encouraged, which I presume it will be. Give it a shove and quit being ticklish about such things. The large two-story building at Columbia, S. C., has just been completed, as far as the brick work goes. The entire brick construction was done by colored masons. Whatever may be said of Columbia it gives our colored mechanics a better show than some of our northern cities do. Throw Away Your Throw Away Your Cruss and be Happy. A man in a suit holding a basket of tools. 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Andrew Carnegie’s munificient gift to the endowment fund of Tuskegee is accompanied by this glowing tribute to its founder and inspiring genius: “History is to tell of two Washing- tons, one white, the other black, both fathers of their people—to me he seems one of the greatest of living men, be- cause hia work is unique, the modern Moses who leads his race” That in- deed is earth’s highest and best reward to a life of uns2lfish and pure en- deavor to become the acknowledged, peerless master mind and exemplar. How many noble souls fired by the lofty ambition to be conspicuous heroes in the strife of life, to shed a radiance like the lustre of the god of day, have gone cut into the infinity of the un- known and left no story for the muse of history to record? Ambition and capacity are not therefore the only in- gredients of the leader. The students of history have always found these quali. ties present in those upon whose brows fame nas placed her chaplet. Un- worthy men haye triumphed and have had their brief strut in our annals but the impartial historian has penetrated below the surface and has held them up to just reproach while conceding their exceptional powers. As we read the record of those who have left great names and whose memories command the reverence and the applause of suc- ceeding generations and poncer upon the causes, we perceive that they have been the mghteousness and continuity of purpose, the ennobling elevation of aims, and supreme self consciousness. Yet perfect self immolation must enter hand in hand with character and the purity and dignity of daily life. THE COLORED AMERICAN. As vice yields to virtue the tributes of hypoer’sy so the weaker and smaller man recognizing these great qualities as the attributes of the stronger yields to him the tribute of the follower. Here then ia the secret of Dr. Wash ington’s power. His own humble be- zinniog, his growth in mental and moral stature, the beauty and purity of his life, his singularity and per- istence of purpose, the breadth of his aspirations comprehending an entire race of ten millions of people, his un- flagging industry, his patronage of all worthy and aspiring young msn— h se have made him the companion of Presidents, the personal friend of -cholars and statesmen, the profound :dvisor of the benevolent and the un dsputed leader in that grand proces. sion of the restless forces of the race marching ever f.rward to the con summation of its destiny. Roosevelt opened the door of hope to the race, Cleveland opened the eyes of the Southern white men to their ‘bligations to us. Now let the American people open the door of op- portunity, TAKE HIGH GROUNDS. in a recent issue ihe Colored American called attention to the lack f business enterprise and race co- hesion among thie colored people ot Nashington. A Chicago contempor - ary commenting on our article uses he following language: “We wish to join Brother Cooper and empha. size what he says of the Washington Negro by saying that Washington has the biggest crowd of brainless Negroes of any city in the world. They have more style and less sense, more pianos and less homes and beds. more pride and less money, more cheek and less judgment. more guts and less brains, more airs and less good man- ners than any people on the globe. Either they have ruined Brother Cooper or he has ruined them. They all look alike to us.."" We do only our duty to our local friends when we call attention to their shorteSimings and we are sure we usa re- spectful language in the effort to arouse them to a proper sense of existing conditions. These conditions are how- ever not peculiar to Washington. They exist in Chicago, in Baltimore, Phil. adeiphia, New York, New Orleans and every other city where there it a large colored population except the city of Richmond, Virginia, where there is a greater hustling spirit, more race de- velopment and mutual help than in the whole of Cook County or the entire state of Illinois for that matter, The Colored American is too busy fulfillieg its missio. in supplying the news to its readers who are found everywhere on the American conti- nent to bandy epithets with the small sul and still sma!ler-mind responsible for the very elegant language quoted. It is unfortunate that our editors can not discuss living topics upon a higher piane. In the realm of filthy thought and the necessarily filthy expression thereof The Colored American has no piace. It desires none and is incapable ot de:cending to it, Dr. Booker T. Washington is oc- cupying the center of the atage these days. ee nee ie IME PENALTY OF GREATNESS, Mr. W, Allizon Sweeney, formerly an editorial writer on The Indianapolis Freeman, recently emerged from his retirement, and smote hip and thigh, the small fellows of the race who be: foul every Negro of importance the race can produce, and who fight every cause that makes for race develop’ ment, In writing of the lion hearted Douglass, and the pstient, masterful Washington, Mr. Sweeney says; “For years Frederick Douglass was hounded, purposely and deliberately misconstrued, his motives impugned and the great ‘business of his soul’ de rided and ecoffed at by the ‘niggers’ of his day and time, until by the sheer strength of his overshadowing intellect and the magnetic splendor of his con- secrated life, he won the admiration and confidence of the Caucasians of two continents, and was able from the heights he occupied above, to look down with pity, if not contempt, upon the ‘niggers’ who would have murdered his great career had their envious spite been strong enough.” ‘Booker T. Washington, a great man, the Negro’s most influential ad vocate and wisest adviser, has been and ix still treated by the ‘niggers’ of the race as was the ‘Sage ot Anacostia’— and why? 1s it because since the day he left Hampton Institute, unknown. penni- less, friendless, but determined, he has wrought unceasingly, wondrously, greatly, for his people? “It would seem so, for the story of hisife up to this time can be read in the single sentence—good works “In his personality, as son, husband, father, neighbor and citizen he cannot be assailed, he never hastbeen assailed. Mischiet’s vile tongue is stiffened in his presence and slander hides its head behind the bigness of his shadow. ‘Nevertheless, the penalty. the price ot superiority and greatness had to be pai.. The ‘niggera’ required their pound of flesh. their little jeal- ousies demanded appeasement. and their grotesque assumptions had to be aired and flattered; so that ever since he wrote his name among the ‘princely few,” and the Anglo-Saxon world hailed him as one of mankind’s great educators, a motley mob of ‘niggers,? resembiing a swarm of variegated: pissmires endeavoring to bore through a mountain base, have — shooting their tiny arrows at im.” Judge Oliver Wendell Holmes promptly joins the :anks of the race’s enemies. WORK AT HAMPTON. The Hampton Norms! and Agricul- tural Institute celebrated its thirty fifth anniversary on the 29ch instant. The occasion was unusually interesting. On the preceding dey the Hampton Me: moriat Libarary was formally opened and at each function encouraging an appropriate addresses were delivered by prominent gentlemen among them Dr. Booker T Washington of Tus: kegee. Among the distinguished gentle: men who by their presence showed their sympathy with the great pioneer of industrial education were Dre Lyman Abbott and Hamilton Mabie Richard Watson Gilder, Dr. Albert Shaw and L, H. Thomas The Oolored American is indebted to Dr Fvissell for the courtesy of an in vitation to these functions and regrets the inability of any of its editorial staff to attend. The Southern Educati-nal Conference at Richmond, Va., in which wide interest has bean awakened will probably have closed its session by the 29th instant. The fact will will afford a number of distinguished educators and thinkers the opportunity —— to attend Hampton’s Anniversary oy. exereises on their return from aa ference. —_—______ **Genl.”? Baldwin Seys he didn’t say it, but we think he did, ——_____ The conscience of the country ig awakening on the race question, —_——___ White men admit their most loyal friends are found among colored men, Beene It is easy to be pessimistic when op: tomism means work.—B, T. Wash: ington. —— If our white friends believe good things of us shall we not measure up to the high standard gel? Everybody is discussing the colored man now, The fact presages the dawn of a brighter day for him. eee The doors of West Point and the Naval Academy are stil] closed in the face ot the colored youths of the land, —_—_—___ The Ida Iola Wells-Barnett Wilkins combination is grow'ng restless in its cage. The raw meat will be forthcom, ing. ————$—_____ The colored people have been elimi- nated from any participation in the Louisiana Purchase Exposition to be held in St. Louis next year. We welcome to our exchange list The Voice of the People of Pitteburg, Pa., an organ of the A. M. E. Zion Church and a thoughtfully edited and an attractive race journal. The next time an important race question comes up before the Supreme Court some great colored lawyer must argue the proposition. Perhaps object lessons may produce more liberal de- cisions The Indianspolis World heretofore one of the atrongest and most influ’ ential of the independent race journals bas undergone a metamorphosis and will be printed hereafter as a straight out republican newspaper. Mr. Gurley Brewer the leading young colored republican of the state has purchased a controlling interest, and will edit the paper hereafter, Mr. A. E. Manning, the former editor and manager, who is responsible for the high tone snd vigorous policy of the paper for the past ten years becomes the business man‘ ager. Messrs. Brewer and Manning are strong forces and will make things hum, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Gaines held a le vee at their palatial home, 71/ E St. N. E., in honor of Mrs. M. J. Gaskins, mother of Mr. A. J. Gaskins. Quite 4 number of friends calle! and a sump tous repast was served. Among (hos who attended were Major Chas. R. Douglass anw wife, Miss Mary Dicker_ son of the Normal School Mr. and Mrs. Colbert, Mr. A. J. Gaskins, Mesdames Phil Shippen and Bernadine Clark and others. Mrs, Gaskin, who had spent four months in the city the guest of her popular son, left for her home, Markham, Va., last Monday. The Commencement exercises of Mme. Smallwoods dress-making aca emy, will take place in June. Details as to the date and place will appear in these columns later. Business Education and General Progress in the Sea Islands City. Charleston S C, Special.—Our people here are, all things considered, doing fairly well. We have men engaged in nearly every business and profession, of which in my next I will endeavor to write of them in detail. Among the B. H. DR. W. D. CRUM, Collector of Customs. foremost is my friends already alluded to. To show the progressive spirit among them, on Friday night last a Business Men's League was organized here. The first meeting was held at the Hall of the Y. M. C. A. By the way this is an institution that is doing much good work among the young men, and from this source it is hoped that many may be brought to the knowledge of the truth. Eastertide closed at St. Mark's Church, on Sunday night last, when the Right Reverend Bishop Capers administered the Apostolic rite of confirmation to a class of fourteen. The Bishop preached an appropriate sermon, and addressed the candidates in an affectionate maner. The ladies of St. Mark's held a bazaar for the benefit of the parish, and realized a handsome amount. Next in order will be the Annual Picnic of the Sunday School, which will take place early in the coming month. St. Mark's is one of the leading churches of the South, and has done much good work. The Rev. E. N. Hollings is its rector, and does all he can for the upbuilding of this part of God's vineyard. I shall later on write of all the churches and institutions among our people. Col. A. C. Kaufman has gone to Hampton county to attend the closing exercises of that great institution—Hampton Institute. He is deeply interested in all educational institutions for colored youths, and a man of means and influence. So much has been said of Dr. Crum and the Colectorship of this Port that I will say that he is now the Collector, in fact. I have been writing for some of the papers here under the nome de plume of "Nestor." I shall continue to do so, if not objectionable to you. I now close my first letter. NESTOR. Baltimore has always been regarded as a poor field for the aspiring colored man. It belongs to the border states, in which during the crucial period of the race's experience passions were most intense, and prejudice most potent. It required some bravery therefore for an outsider to conclude that it was possible to make professional success in such a community. Undeterred by the record of disaster, John Wayne Prather, fresh from his successful career at the Medical School of Howard University, began his professional life there. He was sensible enough to know that he could not sit down in luxurious ease and await the patronage of the public, but with a wisdom beyond his years he allied himself with all the progressive movements, appealing to the higher impulses of his people. Eevry business enterprise in which either brains or capital were factors found in him an active propagandist and a generous contributor. THE COLORED AMERICAN. A Former Tuskegeean Now Master Mechanic and Supervising Architect of The Reformers—His Most Excellent Work in Designing the Great Hall in this City. The Charleston, W. Va., Advocate pays a very flattering tribute to the work and worth of our popular fellow townsman, Mr. J. A. Langford, the architect and electrical engineer. Mr. Langford, though still a young man, has won a place for himself in the front rank in his profession, by his tact, equipment and industry. He is doing magnificent work for the True Reformers and is kept busy. The Advocate very pertinently remarks: "Attention cannot be too frequently called to the excellent work in the architectural line that is being done by Mr. John Anderson Langford, who holds at this time the position of Master Mechanics of the True Reformers. He is a graduate of Tuskegee and has taken advanced courses in other schools, and has had much experience in designing, electrical work and in steam-fitting, having planned some of the largest and best buildings in the South, and set up steam and electrical J. H. J. A. Lankford, plants to the satisfaction of those who contracted with him. For some years he was superintendent of industries at Shaw University, and while there revolutionized the whole system of instruction, placing every branch on a business basis. He resigned to take charge of the building enterprises of the True Reformers, and the owering $60,000 structure at 12th and U streets, Washington, D. C., is the creation of his massive intellect and mechanical genius. It is now at the fifth and final story, and is planned according to the latest and most approved ideas in construction. The material is an attractive buff brick, with stone trimmings. The assembly hall will be a fine affair, and will accommodate 2,500 people, with a well-apointed stage holding 200 more. The basement has been leased by the District National Guard to be used as an armory, and two store rooms will be given over to business—one of which will be occupied by the True Reformers' provision store. The lodge rooms in the fourth and fifth stories will be arranged with an eye to the needs of the members. Another triumph of Mr. Lankford's is the John Wesley A. M. E. Zion Church on 18th street. It is the prettiest church edifice, by all odds, in Washington, and Dr. Bolding and his congregation are "caried away," with it. Mr. Lankford is modest, and doesn't like to talk about himself. He allows his work to talk for him and it does the service most eloquently. Besides the True Reformers' designing and building, he does a great deal of outside work for private parties, and it can well be imagined that he is kept pretty busy. Dr. W. L. Taylor predicts a brilliant future for his protege. Only standing room could be secured at St. Luke's church, last Sunday afternoon. The Song Service was a perfect success; Mme. Kathrine Mitchell sang a solo. "POOR DIGESTION, LANGUAGE AND TIRED." Miss Della Janveau, Globe Hotel, Ottawa, Ont., is from one of the oldest and best known French Canadian families in Canada. In a recent letter to The Peruna Medicine Co., of Columbus, Ohio, she says: "Last spring my blood seemed clogged up, my digestion poor, my head ached and I felt languid and tired all the time. My physician prescribed for me, but a friend advised me to try Peruna. I tried it and am pleased to state that I found it a wonderful cleanser and purifier of the system. In three weeks I was like a new woman, my appetite had increased, I felt buoyant, light and happy and without an ache or pain. Peruna is a reliable family medicine." Adia Brittain, of Sekitan, O., writes: If you do not derive prompt and satis- "After using your wonderful Peruna three months I have had great relief. I had continual heaviness in my stomach, was bilious, and had fainting spells, but they all have left me since using Peruna." Adia Brittain. GRADUATING EXERCISES AT FREEDMENS HOSPITAL FOR NURSES. NURSES. On Monday evening, May 4th, at 8 o'clock, the Annual Graduating Exercises of the Freedmen's Hospital Training School for nurses, will be held in the Andrew Ranken Memorial Chapel, on the Howard University grounds. Especial interest attaches to these exercises from the fact that it is the first class in the history of the hospital that graduates from under the sole care and direction of a colored superintendent, Mrs. Sara I Fleetwood. While this is the third class graduating since Mrs. Fleetwood was placed in charge of the school, it is the first one in which all of the graduates began and ended their studies under her administration. Another interesting incident is the fact that when Mrs. Fleetwood herself was graduated with the first class in the school, (which she led), she received her diploma from the hands of the Rev. Teunis S Hamlin, who will on this occasion present the diplomas to 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, O. the first class she personally graduates. The exercises will be under the personal direction of Dr. Wm. A. Warfield the very efficient surgeon-in-chief of the hospital. Dr. Prather's practice has grown lucrative in the same degree as he has proven his absorption in his profession. It is doubtful, however, whether any of the higher lights of the doctor's impulses will be able, finally, to withstand the importunities of those who seek to do honor to the worthy of the race by giving to the elect representative positions. It is to be hoped that if some dignified and properly compensated position is offered to the doctor in recognition of his sterling Republicanism and his loyalty to the party, first, last and all the time, he may find himself in a position to accept it without sacrificing the seminal principle of his professional life. Bishop Geo. W. Clinton passed through the city, this week enroute to York, Pa.