The Colored American

Saturday, August 22, 1903

Washington, D.C.

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The COLORED American A-NATIONAL NEGRO NEWSPAPER Librars of Conn. LIBRARY RECE AUG PE DR. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON,—EDUCATOR AND PHILOSOPHER. "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 to even better and higher things than a land overflowing with milk and honey. History is to tell of two Washingtons—one white, the other black—both fathers of their people."—Andrew Carnegie. 10 GONZALES The Greatest Clairvoyant and Fortune Teller THE WORLD HAS EVER KNOWN. Unites separated, brings back the one you love, helps quickly all in trouble. Removes Evil Influences. Cures Mysterious Diseases. Gives luck and success. Send lock of hair, Date of birth and 12 cents. Ask 3 questions and receive Horoscope and lucky Birthstone by mail. GONZALES—236 Bergen St. Brooklyn, New York. MME. DAVIS 1 Born Clairvoyant and Card Reader Tells about business, Removes Spells and Evil Influences, Reunites the Separated and Gives Luck to all. 1228 25th st. n. w., Washington, D. C. No letters answered unless accompanied by stamp. Harry G. Lenz. Hugo Lossau. LENZ & LOSSAU. Successors to CHARLES FISCHER. B A C C D Trusses, Crutches, Syringes, Cutlery Artificial Human Eyes, Elastic o siery. Abdominal Supporters Rubber Goods of Every Description. 623 Soventh St. Northwest. Opposite Patent Office. WASHINGTON, D. C. Competent Lady Attendant. Drugs, Toilet Stationery, Articles, Cigars Finest of Soda Water in Season. EUREKA DRUG STORE, Carl W. Shaffer, Prop. & Druggist. 922 Frederick St. Joseph, Avenue Missouri - THE COLORED AMERICAN. LOCALS. Lawyer J. W. Patterson left for Bay Shore, Long Island, one day last week, where he will spend a short vacation. Mrs. W. L. Houston accompanied by her son, Charles, has gone to Wilberforce, Ohio, to visit her mother. Miss Susie Crump, of Richmond, Va. is the guest of Mrs. Ella Robinson, nee Bruce, of 11th st. Miss J. M. Cropper has gone to Chicago, where she will spend the summer with Mrs. Martha Anderson. Miss M. E. Janifer is spending her vacation at Hampton, Va. She will return the last of the month. Mrs. Bush wishes to thank the many friends who called and extended their sympathy during her recent bereavement. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas and daughters, the Misses Langhorn, of Vt. ave., have left for Pittsburg, Pa., their future home. Mr. Wm. Jenifer, of the Census office took a large party to Bay Ridge, Wednesday, of last week, where a delightful day was spent. Dr. F. J. Shadd, Secy. of the Medical Department of Howard University, accompanied by his family will spend a few weeks in Massachusetts, making Boston their headquarters. Mr. Gerard Millar suffered a bad accident last Tuesday, breaking some of the small bones in his shoulder. The accident will keep him in doors for a while.. Mr. Edward Green, of Alexandria, Va., runs one of the most enterprising and popular Buffets in that city. When in Alexandria, be sure to pay him a call. Miss Rosa Virginia, daughter of R. S. Smith, Esq., has gone to Atlantic City to spend the month of August. While there she will be a guest at "Ripple Villa." Mr. Lewis W. Giles has been appointed to a regular position on the Metropolitan police force. Mr. Giles is formerly from Newport News, Va., is a fine speciman of physical manhood and will make a capital officer. Mrs. F. G. Smith and daughter, Edwina, of Nashville, Tenn., who have been visiting Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Horn of New York City, N. Y., will spend a few days in this city between Aug 15th and 20th. Mr. Samuel S. Stewart, the new proprietor of the Southern Hotel, at 311 Penn Ave., N. W., in addition to other improvements, has purchased and installed a new $150 cash register, making two that are constantly used at that hostelry now. Mr. Ralph W. Tyler, the Secretary of the Wilgera Gas and Oil Co., will join the Washington party in this city, Monday, August 17th, for the trip to Nashville, Tenn. Mrs. Tyler and Miss Tyler will spend a month in Atlantic City. THE ONLY BOOK ever put on the Co for the important part they have taken in building the honor of this Great American Republic. Camp-Fires of the Afro- A handsome new book of over 700 large pages, profuse pictures; comprising a complete and authentic history of the THE ONLY BOOK ever published which gives the Colored Race due credit for the important part they have taken in building up and maintaining the honor of this Great American Republic. Camp-Fires of the Afro-American A handsome new book of over 700 large pages, profusely illustrated with beautiful pictures; comprising a complete and authentic history of the Colored Race in America CAMPFIRES OF THE AFRO-AMERICAN ILLUSTRATED "CHARGE OF THE COLORED REGULARS This free picture, in brilliant colors, is 18 x 24 inch paper, ready for framing. It sells regularly AT $5.00. FREE to every buyer of this edition of "Camp-Fires STYLES, PRICES AND HOW "Camp-Fires of the Afro-American," in cloth handsome emblematic design in colors, (see cut at 700 pages, with free premium picture. SAME—bound in Morocco Keratol, very durable, with free premium picture. BOOK AND PICTURE WILL BE MAILLED ON RECEIPT OF PRICE Agents Wanted. One thousand agents wanted at We give liberal terms and ab Agents already in the field are making from $20 to $50 application; complete canvassing outfit, including a picture, mailed on receipt of $1.00. Address to-day THE COLORED AM "CHARGE OF THE COLORED REGULARS AT SAN JUAN HILL" This free picture, in brilliant colors, is 18 x 24 inches in size, on heavy plate paper, ready for framing. It sells regularly AT $5.00, BUT WILL BE GIVEN FREE to every buyer of this edition of "Camp-Fires of the Afro-American." STYLES, PRICES AND HOW TO ORDER "Camp-Fires of the Afro-American," in cloth binding, handsome emblematic design in colors, (see cut above) over 700 pages, with free premium picture..... $2.00 SAME—bound in Morocco Keratol, very handsome and durable, with free premium picture..... $2.50 Agents Wanted. One thousand agents wanted at once to sell this great book. We give liberal terms and absolute control of territory. Agents already in the field are making from $20 to $50 weekly. Full particulars on application; complete canvassing outfit, including a copy of the great premium picture, mailed on receipt of $1.00. Address to-day THE COLORED AMERICAN. 459 C Street N. W., H. K. FULTY LOAN OFFICE 314 NINTH STREET, N ESTABLISHED 187 MONEY LOANED ON Watches, elry, Silverware, Etc. Unredeemed Wa and Jewelry for Sale. Old GOLD and S The Most Reliable Place in the City MONEY LOANED ON Watches, Diamonds, Jewelry, Silverware, Etc. Unredeemed Watches, Diamonds and Jewelry for Sale. Old GOLD and SILVER Bought. ```markdown ``` EASTERN ENGLAND Black-No-More Chem. Co. Black-No-More Chem. Co. Chillicothe, 0. It gives a full account of their gallant deeds in all the wars of the United States, especially the Great Civil War of 1861-65, and the Spanish-American War of 1898. It is filled with thrilling tales of individual heroism in battles on sea and land, in patriotic uprisings, and in prison pens; tells of all the Colored heroes from brave Crispus Attucks to the invincible Colored Regulars of the U. S. Army who stormed San Juan Hill July 3, 1898, saved the Rough Riders led by the gallant Roosevelt, and virtually ended the Spanish War. This book will be used as a textbook of history in every Colored school. It will be treasured in every Colored home—for no other work in existence gives the Afro-American people their proper place in the history of our country. With every copy of the first edition, now being sold, the publishers will give as a FREE PREMIUM, a copy of Mr. James E. Taylor's great painting. GULARS AT SAN JUAN HILL" at 18 x 24 inches in size, on heavy plate AT $5.00, BUT WILL BE GIVEN amp-Fires of the Afro-American." D HOW TO ORDER in," in cloth binding, (see cut above) over $2.00 very handsome and $2.50 BE MAILED, POSTPAID, OF PRICE. is wanted at once to sell this great book. arms and absolute control of territory. on $20 to $50 weekly. Full particulars on including a copy of the great premium to-day AMERICAN, Washington, D. C. ULTON'S OFFICE ET, NORTHWES IED 1870. Watches, Diamonds, Jew- seemed Watches, Diamonds OLD and SILVER Bought. the City to Borrow Money. Black-No-More The scientific discovery for changing the dark skin of the Negro to a clear white. Absolutely harmless. No grease. The scientific wonder. Sent anywhere on receipt of $2. Agents wanted. Send stamp for booklet. . Co. Chillicothe, 0. Address— A LADY PRESIDENT At a Cape May Literary—News Notes. CAPE MAY. N. J., Special.—Last week there was a "warm" debate at the Baptist Literary. The subject discussed was "Resolved, that the sun does move." Rev. Kemp, pastor of the church, was the first speaker on the affirmative. He produced Biblical and historical facts to substantiate his argument. The literary is presided over by one of the "fair set," and it is conceded that this alone makes the Baptist Literary so popular among the young men of Cape May. The Mystic Shriners of Philadelphia gave a grand cake walk and ball at Dale's auditorium on Tuesday night last and was highly appreciated by Mr. Dale's host of white patrons and others who enjoy such pleasant pastime. Mr. Dale is manager and proprietor of one of the finest European dining rooms in this town. Rev. C. A. Tindley, of Philadelphia, preached an able sermon to a large congregation at the Franklin M. E. Church. Rev. Tindley is a noted pulpit orator and there were many white clergymen and church goers out to greet him. His sermon was the beginning of a series of meetings to be held in said church, and it is believed that a handsome sum will be realized. Contributions have been solicited from all hotel employees, which will help to swell the fund. Mr. W. H. Robinson, a guest at the Cape May House, is general agent for the McGirt's Magazine, a periodical edited and published by James McGirt one of our famous Negro poets. The Stockton waiters will have their share of seeing many a baseball game this season. There is a game every Saturday afternoon, and as their quarters overlook the "diamond," they can enjoy the game without any cost. The game last Saturday between Phillies and Cape May, was very interesting, the score being 7 to 0 in favor of Cape May. For the first time this season, the fire department was called out last Saturday in answer to a call from Washington and Franklin streets. The arrival of the 3:45 train from Pennsylvania and the ringing of the fire alarm all happened simultaneously and much excitement prevailed. People on the incoming train moved hither and thither to see the fire-fighting apparatus of a modern summer resort. The waiters at the Lafayette and Congress hotels are noted baseball players. There was a lively game and the score was 3 to 3. The game would have been decided in favor of Congress hall had the time permitted. One of the players was disabled, and this caused the delay. The Allen Literary and Historical Association has changed its nights of meeting from Thursday to Monday. On Monday there was a lively debate on "Resolved, That public improvements are no benefit to labor." Mr. Tranks, a popular shoe mechanic of Cape May, introduced the subject, and in course of his argument said that public improvement is not beneficial to the laboring man, because of the fact that when improvements are made taxes are increased, and this ultimately is a burden to the laboring man. Among those who participated in the discussion were Messrs. Tranks, Junior Bayton, Jefferson and Beaman. Mr. and Mrs. Ferdinand D. Lee and their daughters, Lola and Beatrice Ruffin, are enjoying the pleasant seaside life of Cape May. They are guests at the Magnolia on Lafayette street, which has all the ideal improvements and comforts for the reception of its guests from Washington and Philadelphia. Mr. Lee and family will leave August 15 for a pleasure trip to Atlantic City and Philadelphia, returning to Washington August 20. Mr. A. E. Bates, of Washington, D.C., received a telegram Tuesday morning, summoning him home to the bedside of his mother, who has become recently ill. Mr. Bates was employed at the Stockton as a waiter, and all of his fellow workmen expressed their regret on his untimely departure. THE COLORED AMERICAN. DR. SHEPARD'S ITINERACY. D. James E. Shepard, of Durham, N. C., Field Secretary of the International S. S. Association, passed through the city, on Tuesday, enroute home from Winona Lake, Indiana, where he delivered two addresses. In an interview, Dr. Shepard stated to our reporter, that he believed that DR. JAMES E. SHEPARD. Secretary of the International Sunday School Union, Durham, N. C. every citizen of this country, regardless of color, or section, applauded the President's manly letter on lynching. It is an erroneous view that the better class of colored people try to shield those who are guilty of crime. They do not. They want to see those punished who violate the law, and the good thinking Negroes are awakened to the importance of this step and crime must be minimized. The women of both races must be protected. The man who commits crime must and should be punished. Lynch law must go. HIGHLAND BEACH NOTES Mrs. M. E. Taylor, Miss Susie R. Robb, of Washington, D. C., and Miss Lucy Murray, of New York, are guests of Maj. adn Mrs. Chas. R. Douglass. Dr. Albert Ridgeley, Dr. C. A. Tignor, Jas. Dowling, from Washington, Miss Helen Thomas, Herbert Winsey, from Baltimore, Miss Irma Pasey, Mr. Geo. Bowen, jr., of New York, Mr. Walter Billows, attorney at law, of Pittsburg, are guests at the Bowen House. Dr. and Mrs. S. A. Ward and Mr. Sykes, of Georgia, are guests of Mr. and Mrs. R. R. Colbert. Mr. Chas. E. Lane, of Washington, D. C., is visiting Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Tyson. Misses Beatrice Ridgeley, Martha Bishop, Messrs. Lewis Ridgeley and Chas. Butler, from Annapolis, Miss C. M. Bryant, of Tennessee, and Misses Mamie Thomas, Marie Wright, Messrs. Robert Syphax and Ira Wright, of Washington, D. C., are also visitors of Highland Beach. ATTENTION. AGENTS! Agents for The Colored American who have not already sent in their report for July, are hereby notified to do so at once. Bills have been sent to each and every agent and to insure the prompt and early delivery of the paper each week, it is necessary that each agent make his settlement promptly. Papers will bediscontinued to agents who are in arrears after the 10th of August. Miss Eunice Dorster is spending her summer vacation at Providence, R. I., the guest of her aunt, Mrs. Louise Johnson. She will return about Sept. 30th. LINCOLN WITH MALICE TOWARD NONE WITH CHARITY FOR ALL Hustling Agents wanted to sell "Roosevelt Opening the Door of Hope to The Negro." This fine lithograph in three colors, 14 by 21 inches, 25c, postpaid, or $1.00 framed. Send orders to S. Boyd Gray, P. O. Box 29, Yonkers, N. Y. (Permit granted by Keppler & Schwarzman Puck.) BE SURE TO GET THE SAFEST, SWIFTEST AND MOST COMMODIOUS STEAMER ON THE RIVER JANE MOSELEY. JANE MOSELEY. 1903. FOR CHARTER SEASON. 1903. TO UPPER GLYMONT, LOWER CEDAR POINT, ROCK POINT, OTHER POINTS ON THE POTOMAC RIVER. Freedman's Transportation, Land and Improvement Co (Incorporated.) A limited amount of the stock is now on the market for sale to the public at Ten Dollars per share, payable in small monthly payments. This boat has recently been overhauled and thoroughly inspected by the U. S. Government Inspectors, chartered and equipped with electric lights and late improvements and is licensed to carry 1,300 passengers. Jas. Morrison, President, Jos. N. Mayne, Vice President, J. L. Neill Secretary, F. M. Sims, Assistant Secretary, H. Hood, Treasurer, Lewis Jefferson, General Manager, For terms apply to J. L. NEILL, Secretary, LEWIS JEFFERSON, General Manager, Room A, 1st Floor, 629 F Street, Northwest. AGENTS 11 JUSTICE VERSION PREJUDICE PARTIICY ROOSEVELT — Liberate yourself the people give you clinically and I % protect your rights. Agents wanted to sell "Roosevelt Open- Door of Hope to The Negro." This fine fish in three colors, 14 by 21 inches, 25c, or $1.00 framed. Send orders to S. May, P. O. Box 29, Yonkers, N. Y. It granted by Keppler & Schwarzman THE SAFEST, SWIFTEST AND MOST COMMON OUS STEAMER ON THE RIVER NE MOSELEY, FOR CHARTER SEASON. 1903. GLYMONT, LOWER CEDAR POINT, ROCK ER POINTS ON THE POTOMAC RIVER. WANTED transportation, Land and Improvement (Incorporated.) OFFICERS : 12 THE OHIO FEDERATION OF WOMEN'S CLUBS. One of the most potent factors in the solution of many of the grave responsibilities which assail the 20th century Negro, will be the National Federation of Colored Women's Clubs, which is rapidly extending its influences throughout the country. The improvement of the sad condition of many of our women in the far South will be the special charge of this organization of true and earnest members of their own sex, through the purposes of the Federation are upon the broadest lines. It is pleasant to note the vigor of the Ohio State branch and how highly they have pitched their moral and intellectual tone. Beginning on the sixteenth of July, ultimo, they held a convention at Xenia, Ohio, which was largely attended and distinguished both for enthusiasm and harmony. Fourteen clubs were represented and the questions discussed were of the most varied character all, however, designed to elevate to the highest plane the home moral A. MRS. CARRIE WILLIAMS CLIFFORD and civil life of our women, and sequentially, of course, of our men. Many of the best known women of Ohio were present, including Miss Helen O. Brown, to whom the credit of orginating the idea of the Federation and of crystallizing it into something substantial has been conceded. One of the most useful as well as capable ladies connected with the "Ohio Idea" of the movement is Mrs. Carrie W. Clifford, of Cleveland, who at the recent convention was re-elected its President. Mrs. Clifford demonstrates in her own life the utter absence of antagonism between domestic duty and proper public usefulness. Her home life is an ideal one, and yet she has found time to render conspicuous service to the cause of the Federation. With the assistance of an equally gifted lady, Miss Emma A. Tolbert, as Associate, she edits the organ of the Ohio branch, aptly called the "Queens Chambers," which is published semi-monthly, keeps all THE COLORED AMERICAN. connected informed of the interesting points and is bright and typographically correct. A notable contribution to the symposium at the convention was a paper on "Club work" by Mrs. L. A. Davis, of Chicago, Ill., who is the National Organizer of Clubs. DOINGS IN YONKERS. YONKERS, N. Y., Special. Rev. D. R. Gains, of Brooklyn, N. Y., preached at the Messiah Baptist church, to an appreciative audience, on last Sunday morning. The Lawn Party, which was to have taken place last Wednesday and Thursday evenings, at Messiah church, was postponed on account of the inclement weather. Rev. R. D. Winn, will make the address of the evening. Master Arthur Giddings, organist of the Messiah Baptist church, and his brother, Master Walter Giddings, spent a few days in Staten Island, during the past week, as the guests of the Dundgeys. Miss E. Burrel, of Morningside Ave., and Miss Hattie Conway, of Prescott St., were the guests of the Dungeys, Thursday and Friday, of the past week. Miss Mamie Schuyler and Miss Grace Young, both of Manhattan, spent Sunday with friends in Yonkers. Mrs. French, of New York, was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Bruce, on Sunday last. Miss Elizabeth Outlaw, spent Sunday in Larchmont, N. Y. Mr. Olney, of Washington, D. C., was the guest of Mr. J. E. Bruce. Mrs. A. Q. Thornton and her little daughter, Alma, left last Sunday, for Lancaster, Va., to be gone until November. The entertainment under the auspices of the Ladies Aid Society, occured last Thursday evening and was a very pleasing affair. Miss Clara McCoin, of Staten Island, spent a few days with Mrs. Thomas Mason, of 21 Kellinger St., during the past week. BRUCE GRIT, JR. THE WORK OF THE SUMMER GIRL. "Break! Break! Break! On thy cold, gray stones, O sea!" The summer youth cried, "But never Can you be as broke as me!" "Oh, well for the farmer's son. To the seashore he does not go, And owe to the 'touch' of a vnished hand, The loss of his wad of dough!" —Bert Timothy. Miss Blanche Dore, of St. Louis, who is with Miss Genevieve Goodrich, was the guest of Miss Eleanor Robinson, of Le Droit Park, Sunday. The Grand Fountain of the United Order of True Reformers Is the leading Colored Fraternal Society of the United States. It was organized January, 1881, by William W. Browne, and chartered in April, 1883, under the laws of the State of Virginia, with headquarters at Richmond, Va. Its membership is both male and female, and consists of all persons of good health from 14 to 60 years of age. Its membership of 60,000 is divided into Fountains and Circles. It pays sick benefits from $1.50 to $2.50 per week, and pays death benefits from $24.56 to $1000. BENEFITS PAID—Total benefits paid to date: Sick dues, $r,500,000; death benefits, $714,378.75. SENIOR FOUNTAINS—A Fountain may be organized consisting of 20 or more persons not over 50 years of age paying a joining fee of from $4.60 to $5.10 each. The monthly dues are not less than 35 cents in rural districts and not less than 50 cents per month in towns and cities, and a semi-annual tax of 40 cents paid in January and July of each year. Sick benefits paid are from $1.50 to $2.50 per week, while death benefits range from $75 to $125. A Fountain may be organized in any locality on application to Rev. W. L. Taylor, G. W. Master, or to any of his authorized deputies. ROSEBUDS-For the proper training of the young and their development in thrift, industry and brotherly love, there has been formed a Children's Department known as the Rosebuds. Twenty or more children not less than three nor more than fourteen years of age may form a Rosebud, upon the payment of $1 each. This department, like the Senior Fountain, pays sick benefits from $1 to twenty-five cents per week, and death benefits from $24.50 to $37. The monthly dues are fifteen cents per month. CLASSES-Persons desiring to leave their beneficiaries at death a larger amount than is paid from Fountain Department, take out policies in one or more of the Classes of the Mutual Benefit Degree. The members of this degree are divided into Circles, and pay joining fees and dues according to the following tables: Class "B" Joining fee. Value of Certificate after one year. Value of Certificate before one year Annual Dues. Quarterly Dues Class "E" Joining fee. Value of Certificate after one year. Value of Certificate before one year Annual dues Quarterly Dues Age 14 to 25 $2 50 $200 00 $100 00 $4 75 $1 20 Age 14 to 25 $5 00 $500 00 $250 00 $9 50 $2 50 “ 25 to 30 2 75 200 00 100 00 4 75 1 20 “ 25 to 30 5 25 500 00 250 00 9 50 $2 50 “ 30 to 35 3 00 200 00 100 00 4 75 1 20 “ 30 to 35 5 50 500 00 250 00 9 50 $2 40 “ 35 to 40 3 25 200 00 100 00 5 70 1 43 “ 35 to 40 5 75 500 00 250 00 10 40 $2 40 “ 40 to 45 3 50 140 00 70 00 5 79 1 43 “ 40 to 45 6 00 450 00 225 00 10 40 $2 40 “ 45 to 50 3 75 115 00 58 00 6 65 1 66 “ 45 to 50 6 25 400 00 200 00 11 40 $2 40 “ 50 to 55 4 00 70 00 45 00 6 35 1 66 “ 50 to 60 6 50 350 00 175 00 11 40 $2 40 “ 55 to 60 4 25 65 00 33 00 7 60 1 90 ``` of the Grand Fountain United Order of True Reformers, capital stock $100,000. The bank commenced business April 3, 1889, and from that time down to the present has steadily increased in volume of business. It now has a paid up capital stock of $100,000. From the humble sum of $1,268.69, deposited the first day the bank opened for business in 1889 the deposits have grown to $350,058, and the volume of business transacted amounts to $6,190,141.47. During the financial panic of 1893, the Savings Bank of the Grand Fountain was the only bank in the city of Richmond that did not cease to pay cash on all checks presented, while the majority of other banks were using script and clearing house checks. This bank had its origin in the brain of William W. Browne, an ex-slave of Habersham, Ga. The banking house is located at 604 North Second Street, Richmond, Va., Rev. W. L. Taylor, President; R. T. Hill, Cashier. REAL ESTATE DEPARTMENT—The Real Estate Department has charge of all the real property to the amount of $220,221.65, situated in various States, consisting of 13 magnificent buildings used as halls, 8 dwellings, 1 hotel. 5 stores and three farms. It also has under its control 16 large buildings leased by it. This department is under the management of Lawyer J. C. Robertson, chief of real estate and attorney for the association, office at 608 N. 2nd Street, Richmond, Va REFORMERS MERCANTILE AND INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION—Was chartered under the laws of the State of Virginia on the 14th day of December, 1899, with principal office in the city of Richmond, Va. The purpose of this association is to conduct stores (wholesale and retail), buy and sell real property, manage and control hotels, manufacturing establishments, and do general business. The association has in operation Hotel Reformer, 900 N. Sixth Street, Richmond, Va. It is a modern up-to-date structure, heated by steam, cold and hot water baths, also electric cars passing the door. This hotel has accommodations for 150 guests. Mr. A. W. Holmes is manager, and Mr. T. W. Taylor is clerk. It has in operation a system of five stores, located as follows: Richmond, Va.; Washington, D. C.; Manchester, Va.; Portsmouth, Va.; and Roanoke, Va. The first of these stores, at Richmond, Va., was opened April 3d, 1900. It employs a force of 18 men, runs three delivery wagons, and during the first year did $50,000 worth of business. The other stores have been established since, and have been equally as prosperous. The general manager of the system of stores is Mr. B. L. Jordan, headquarters at 608 N. Second Street, Richmond, Va. This Association was formed on the plans and recommendations made by Rev. W. L. Taylor, its President. THE REFORMER PRINTING DEPARTMENT—Issues a weekly journal, THE REFORMER which has a circulation of 12,000. This paper is published in the interest of the race, and discusses the leading questions of the day. The subscription price is $1 per year, or 5c. per single copy. The office is equipped with modern up-to-date machinery, run by electricity. It can print anything from a visiting card to a poster 42 by 62 inches. Fine job work of every class and description is made a specialty at lowest prices. Mr. E. W. Brown is editor and business manager, office 608 N. Second Street, Richmond, Va. Correspondence solicited and agents wanted. OLD FOLKS' HOME—In September, 1893, Rev. William W. Brown recommended the formation and establishment of Old Folks' Homes for the benefit of old and decrepid members of the race. Since that time the valuable farm known as Westham, consisting of 63414 acres, located six miles from Richmond, Va., on the historic "James," has been purchased, at a cost of $14,490. The Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad runs through the farm, and Westham Station is located on it. Adjoining this farm is Westhampton Park, one of the most pleasant resorts in the South in summer. It is reached in a few minutes from Richmond by the Westhampton Electric Railway and the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway. As this home is for the benefit of the whole race, the co-operation of all charitable friends is prayerfully solicited. All contributions, donations and bequests of every character will be very thankfully received. Mr. T. W. Taylor is chief in charge of the Old Folks' Home, offices at 608 North Second Street, Richmond, Va. Rev. W. L. Taylor, G. W. M. W. P. Burrell, G. W. S. 4-8 N. Second Street, Richmond, Va. Glass "M" Johning fee. Value of Certificate Annual dues Quarterly dues Age 14 to 80 $11 00 $1000 00 $21 90 $5 25 " 30 to 35 12 00 1000 00 22 00 5 50 " 35 to 40 12 00 905 00 23 00 5 75 " 40 to 45 13 00 800 00 24 00 6 00 " 45 to 50 13 00 700 00 25 00 6 25 REGALIA—The members of the Fountains and Rosebuds of the organization wear no expensive regalia. The regalia of the organization is simple and its cost will be in the easy reach of all, costing from 10 cents to $3. The same is made by the organization in what is known as the Regalia Department. THE SAVINGS BANK—In March, 1888, there was granted by the Legislature of Virginia a charter to the Savings Bank SOBERED HIM. "You seem none the worse for your dissipation last night," said the man who had responded to one of the toasts at the banquet. "No," replied the other, "I stopped drinking just in time, thanks to you." "Yes. When you started speaking I caught myself laughing at your stories, so I thought it was time to stop."—Philadelphia Press. 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Dishes packed and shipped addressed to you free of charge. Our No. 2 box of remedies contains $10 worth, and you can also secure many other valuable premiums therefor. $1,000 REWARD to any one who will prove we do not do exactly as we say. NEW YORK MEDICAL ASSOCIAT MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, Dept. AP 111 Broadway Knowles Building. Boys' Hall. Stone Hall. Girls' Hall. Model Home. ATLANTA UNIVERSITY, Atlanta, Ga. An unsectarian Christian Institution, devoted especially to advanced education. Colmal, College Preparatory and English High School courses, with Industrial Training advantages in Music and Printing. Athletics for boys. Physical culture for girls and training. Aid given to needy and deserving students. Term begins the first in October. For catalogue and information, address "Thanks to me?" THE COLORED AMERICAN. Chiefs and Agents Wanted Do you want to be a member of a Society from which you can obtain a loan if you need money? Then communicate with us; we will assist you, whatever be your need. Chiefs and Agents wanted in every locality. Splendid compensation for desirable persons. Position permanent. Pay guaranteed. MUTUAL IMPROVEMENT SOCIETY 407 Seventh street northwest. INSTITUTE 1 Schools in the Country for Negroes. Twelve States represented in Student Body Machinery, Shoe-making, Farming and Gardening, Printing, Typewriting, Sewing, Cooking, Laundering, ADVANTAGES— Competent Teachers, Good Location, Free Tuition, New Dormitories, with Modern Improvements, Local, Buildings Heated by Steam, Diplomas are State School Certificates, Board only $8.50 a Month. Monday, September 7 and further information write to Klin Allen, Jefferson City, Mo. We are anxious to introduce our household remedies in every home throughout the Americas, and are doing some sensational advertising to do this quickly and thoroughly. Will you order home remedies from us, either for yourself and relatives, or to sell among friends, and get a beautiful dinner set FREE? Send us your name and address and we will send you eight boxes of remedies, sell each box for 20c. and return the money. When we have received the money for the medicine, which we will send you immediately upon receipt of your order, without the payment of a single cent more than for eight boxes, after you have sold the $1 60 worth and returned the money, we will without any further work on your part or payment of any kind whatsoever send you a orated 112-piece CHINA dinner set, exactly as per cut, with blue or gold decorations, FULL size for family use. This set NA, and has absolutely no trade-mark or advertisement of we ask you to do is to show it to your friends and tell them Absolutely no other conditions. Dishes packed and shipped you free of charge. Our No. 2 box of remedies contains $10 you can also secure many other valuable premiums therefor. O to any one who will prove we do not do exactly as we say. CATION, Dept. AP 111 Broadway, New York. Washington, D. C. KNOXVILLE COLLEGE Offers the following COURSES: Classical, Scientific, Normal, Theological, Music, Common School, Mechanical, Agricultural and Various Industrial Departments. Faculty, foreman, and officers number thirty. Enrollment of students for the last year was 407, coming from 18 States and Central America. THE LOCATION is one of the most desirable in the South, healthful, convenient of access, and beautiful. BUILDINGS ARE STEAM HEATED and electric lighted. SELF HELD offered through the Inductrial Departments. FALL TERM opens September 30th, 1903. EXPENSES for board, fuel, light, furnished room only $6.85 a month. For further information, catalogue, etc., write the president, R. W. McGranahan, D. D., Knoxville, Tenn. BELGRAVE HOWARD UNIVERSITY, Washington, D.C. TEN distinct departments, under one hundred competent professors and instructors—Theological, Medical, Legal, College, Pedagogical, Preparatory, English, Agriculture, Industrial, and Musical. For information address-- Rev. J. E. RANKIN. D. D., LL. D., President. GEO H. SAFFORD Secretary. Offers the following COURSE mal, Theological, Music, Common and Various Industrial Depart Faculty, foreman, and officers students for the last year was 407, tral America. THE LOCATION is one of healthful, convenient of access BUILDINGS ARE STEAM SELF HELD offered through FALL TERM opens Septem EXPENSES for board, fuel, a month. For further information, cata R. W. McGranahan, D. D., Knox IS IT A SCHOOL YOU WANT ? For particulars address J. H. Wilson, No. 53 Sherman avenue, Springfield, Ohio. N. B.—The headquarters of the National Teachers' Agency have heretofore been at 459 C street N. W., but they are now located at the above address, where all correspondence should be sent. Prompt attention will be given to all business entrusted to it. Avery College Trade School. Avery College Trade School. Reopens Monday, Sept. 7. An ideal trade school for young colored women who desire expert mechanical knowledge as a means of increasing their earning capacity. Dressmaking, Millinery, Tailoring, Music and an English course from primary to normal. Boarding, laundry, furnished room, steam heated, electric light, $11 per month covers all expenses. In appointments, cuisine service and provisions for the comfort of our students, this school is excelled by no institution in America. Catalogue now ready; address all communications to Jos. D. Mahoney, Supt. Allegheny, Pa. FOR RENT.—Two or three furnished or refinished rooms, centrally located in the northwest and within a short work of two street car lines. All a. m. Man and wife preferred, or two young men. Reference required. Call or address C, care this office. 13 EDUCATIOAL Howard University, Medical Dept. Including Medical, Dental and Pharmaceutic Colleges. THIRTY-SIXTH SESSION (19031904) will begin October 1st, 1903, and continue seven (7) months. Day School for New Matriculants. Tuition fee in Medical and Dental Colleges, each, $80.00; Pharmaceutic College, $70.00. Four years' graduate course in Medicine and Dental Surgery. Well-equipped laboratories in all departments. Unexcelled hospital facilities. All students must register before October 12th, 1903. For catalogue or further information, apply to F. J. SHADD, A. M., M. D. Secretary. 901 R St. N. W., Washington, D. C. SES:— Classical, Scientific, Nor- School, Mechanical, Agricultural ments. number thirty. Enrollment of coming from 18 States and Cen- the most desirable in the South, and beautiful. HEATED and electric lighted. in the Industrial Departments. November 30th, 1903. light, furnished room only $6.85 dialogue, etc., write the president, ville, Tenn. OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUNG MEN. The demands in all parts of this country, and in several foreign countries, for well trained men of our race in the direction of scientific and practical agriculture are so great that this institution is willing to offer exceptional advantages to young men who wish to come here and take either a regular or post graduate course in agriculture. We cannot begin to supply the demands that come to us for trained men in the direction of agriculture. The positions for which these trained men are wanted are those in most every case which pay high salaries. hold of men who have received as far as possible, a good education before coming here, and are ready to enter upon a thorough course of agricultural training. For further information address, BOOKER T. WASHINGTON, Prin. Tuskegee Institute, Tuskegee, Alabama. Agricultural and Mechanical College Four-year courses in Agricultural and Mechanical pursuits, leading to the degree of B. S. or of B. Agr. Excellent equipment. Graduates earning from $30 to $150 per month. Fall term begins Sept. 1, 1903. Send for catalogue. JAS. B. DUDLEY, Pres., A. M. College, Greensboro, N. C. "WE MOVE EVERYTHING" Douglas Baggage and Furniture Express 1533 14th Street N. W. R. T. DOUGLAS,Manager. --- THE COLORED AMERICAN The announcement is made during the past week that Negroes are no longer to be enlisted in the U. S. Navy and that those now in the service are to be gradually but remorselessly eliminated. The authority for this statement is not given, but despite this do not doubt it was officially inspired. The strange fact in the statement is the concession that the Negro has made an excellent sailor, and the further fact is observed that there is no record or complaint of misconduct on his part to justify so unjust a decision The history of the Negro's connection with the Navy is a highly honorable one. In all our great engagements since the organization of the Government he has been present and borne a worthy part. His value and services are recognized in every chronicle of the Navy's glorious deeds. On the walls of our great Copitol building in Washington his face and form are limned in imperishable colors by the side of the great Commodore Perry at the moment of victory at the Battle of Lake Frie. So eminent and just a man as the brilliant Admiral Dewey has given willing and recent testimony to his bravery and love of the flag. Our tars have been guilty of many excesses while on leave from their ships in foreign ports, but we have yet to hear of the participation therein of any Negro sailor. The ridiculous and threadbare cry of social equality is presented as an excuse for the decision to drive the colored sailor out. Is a war vessel of the United States another Newport casino, or the Metropolitan Club of Washington? We have always understood that the lines of the social question on a war vessel were sharply drawn at the tinselled frippery of the lowest grade midshipmite that does even a warrant officer with a record of years of brave and honorable service and of pure and elevated character could penetrate into the outer corridor of these exclusive circles. Is it possible that the black ward room servant has been trying to flirt with the captain's daughter, disguised as another Ralph Rakestraw? The pretense is disingenuous. It is absurd! There is grave business to be done on a war vessel and the Negro has shown his fitness and capacity for it. He must not and he shall not be driven from the service, even if the President has to be appealed to. WILLIAMSON, W. Va., August 3. Wm. Cohen, white, entered the clerk's office today accompanied by a colored woman, and asked for a marriage license. On being refused he started for the door, but before reaching it dropped dead. COLORED LAWYERS ORGANIZE. A number of representatives of the colored bar met at Little Rock, Ark., on the 15th ult., and organized a National Bar Association. Lawyer Scipio A. Jones, of that city, one of the prime movers, was elected president, and a number of committees were appointed, on which some of the ablest lawyers of the race were placed. The purpose of the organization evidently is to enable the members of the legal profession to get together and interchange ideas, and to foster measures by means of which the talent of the race may be utilized to the best advantage. Mrs. Fred Fowler, of A street northeast, accompanied by her little granddaughter, Josephine, left on the 1st inst., for Waterbury, Conn., on a visit to her son, Mr. C. C. Fowler. Mrs. Fowler expects to visit friends in other northern cities during her absence, and will return some time in September. And on the same day that Mrs. Fowler left for Waterbury, Miss Addie J. Matthews, a niece of hers, went to Frederick, Md., on a visit to her relatives, and in a letter she speaks of having a very pleasant time. 14 Marvelous Growth of the Hair: Marvelous Growth of the Hair: A Famons Doctor-Chemist Has Discovered a Compound that grows Hair on a Bald Head in a Single Night. Startling Announcement Causes Doctors to Marvel and Stand Dum-founded at the Wonderful Cures. 一 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 physicist A. Miss Clarissa Kerby and her Marvelous Growth of Hair. chemist at the head of the great Altenheim Medical Dispensary, has just made the startling announcement that he has produced a compound that grows hair on any bald head. The doctor makes the claim that after experiments, taking years to complete, he has at last reached the goal of his ambition. To the doctor all heads are alike. There are none which cannot be cured by this remarkable remedy. The record of the cures already made is truly marvelous and were it not for the high standing of the great physician and the convincing testimony of thousands of citizens all over the country it would seem too miraculous to be true. There can be no doubt of the doctor's earnestness in making his claims ncr oan 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 8205 Fosso Building, Cincinnati, Ohio. enclosing a stamp to prepay postage for a free package and in a short time you will be entirely restored. 50 YEARS' EXPERIENCE PATENTS TRADE MARKS DESIGNS COPYRIGHTS & C. Anyone sending a sketch and description may quickly ascertain our opinion free whether an invention is probably patentable. Communications strictly confidential. HANDBOOK on Patents sent free. Oldest agency for securing patents. Patents taken through Munn & Co. receive Scientific American. A handsomely illustrated weekly. Largest circulation of any scientific journal. Terms, $3 a year; four months, $1. Sold by all newsdealers. MUNN & Co. 361Broadway, New York Branch Office, 625 F St., Washington, D. C. NEGROES IN THE NAVY. 100 SOLVING THE PROBLEM. sold from 25c. to $1 00. That or instrumental, for only 10c. 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Standard remedy for Gleet, Gonorrhoea and Runnings IN 48 HOURS. Curee Kidney and Bladder Troubles. adder Troubles. es. 16 LOCALS. Miss H. V. Betts has been appointed to a position in the Bureau of Engrav- ing and Printing. Mr. Jcseph H. Holmes has returned to the city from Ocean City, where he spent his vacation. Mr. J. W. Cole has gone to Boston, Mass. ——— Rev, A. C. Garner, of the People’s Congregational Church, has on foot plans to reorganize and rejuvenate the work and method of his church this fall. Dr. J. R. Wilder, the obliging and popular physician of Capitol Hill, has returned to the city after a short vaca- tion. Dr. George W. Cabiniss and wife, who have been spending a brief vaca- tion on the seashore, have returned to the city. The Colored American is the journal of the people. For all news, local and foreign, read it. Mr. W. T. Menard, the well-known correspondent of the New York Age, is back at the case again from his vacation. Mr. Menard is easily fhe “Gath” of the Negro press. Mr. W. P. Burrell, secretary of the True Reformers, and Mr. Holmes, pro- prietor of the Hotel Reformer, and their wives were guests of the Misses Moten during the past week. Rev. and Mrs. Holland Powell, of Detroit, Mich., are visiting their sis- ters, the Misses Moten, of Twelfth street. Mrs. Ella Curry, formerly Mrs. Bass, of Indianapolis, Md., is visiting Mrs. F. H. M. Murray, 813 Princess street, Alexandria. She will be there until about the 20th. Duffy’s Old Kentucky Home Vaude- ville Co. gave a very good performance at the True Reformers Hall, Labor Day. House packed both afternoon and evening. The witicisms of the comedians, Black Patti’s singing, the Pickaninnies and the trick bicyclist were a!l first class. : Miss A. T. Howard, of our public schools, who has spent her vacation at Point Pleasant, N. J., and at other places on the Atlantic coast, has re- turned to the city. * Chiefs and Agents Wanted Do you want to be a member of a Society from which you can obtain a loan if you need money? Then com. municate with us; we will assist you whatever be your need. Chiefs and Agents wanted in every locality. Splendid compensation fo desirable persons. Position perma nent. Pay guaranteed. Address: MUTUAL IMPROVEMENT SOCIETY 407 Seventh street northwest, Washington, D. C. "Phone E 322. THE COLORED AMERICAN. ll Ol ll lel le eas See > S 5 3 C 5 S 3 C 3 5 S 5 C 5 C 2 é 3 Curly Hair Made Straight By ¢ ha SE ; C Sa fiedeaes Cee e > Sag Et RR : ° — x = @ 2 cs es a= S > = pa S > 3 : eS C > os Ss ® SS — = 5 @ 5 CD = © > => ES) C al: > a Amn ®) ‘TAKEN FROM LIFE: > BEFORE AND AFTER TREADMENT. © S ORIGINAL S 5 c 2 OZONIZED OX MARROW & : (Copyrighted.) c >) This wonderful hair eomade is the only safe e preparation in the world that makes kinky or © curly hair straight as shown above. 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Write your name ant g ® *ddress plainly to © 2 OZONIZED OX MARROW CO., & 3) 76 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Illinois. g a aaVaaXe Saas NaN eteeMey BLACK SKIN REMOVER, * secede aac Cao gS s a = i) ss bier VEZ; c . REGISTERED 1 5 . ~~ p = PATENT OFFICE <9 ae, US. cars > BEFORE “ACTER” A Wonderful Face Bleach. AND HAIR STRAIGHTENER. both in a box for $1, or three boxes for $2. Suaranteed 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 FAO® BLEACH. A PEACH-LIKE complexion obtained if usd as directed. Will turn the skin of a black o brown person four or five shades lighter, ana &@ mulatto person perfectly white. In forty- eight hours a shade or two lighter wil! be no- ticeable. It does not turz the skin in spots but bleaches out white, the skin remaining beauti- ful without comtinual use. Will remove wrinkles, freckles, dark spots, pimples or bumps or black ‘heads, making the skin very soft and smooth. Smali pox pits, tan, liver spots re- moved without barm 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 comk Many of our customers say one of our dolla! boxes is worth ten dollars, yet we sell it for one dollar 4 box. Aay person sending us one dollarin a letter or Post-Office money order, expmess, money or der or registered letter, we will send it through the mail postage prepaid; or if you wantit sen: C.O. D., it will come by express, Se. extra. In any case where it fails to do what we claim, we will return the money or send a box free of charge. Packed so that no one wil. know contents except receiver. zo. . CRANE, 122 West Broad St., BIcHMOND, Vie e Subscribe for the Colored se American Money to Loan ! Money to loan at lowest rate of interest on Real and Personal Property, #Iso on Notes. Apply at office cf cea Improvement occ y 407 Seventh Street, N. W.. 3rd floer, room , WASHINGTON. D. ¢ NM aN oN NS NN aN oN lS a (aN aS eae q C —- » « ee ye IN » 4 ~ a ff R sored (4 ii i ; mks He « ee vp de Pears 4 fe eral J rk) IL | S <i qi SE RS See PAD TAD TAD DADA I ALATA lirs. Charles A, Smith WISHES TO ANNOUNCE THAT THE WOODLAND TERRACE, Lawnside, N. J., Will be re-opened for the reception of guests June 13. Terms $5, $6 and $7 per week. Special rates from Saturday 6:30 dinner to Monday morning break- tast, $2.50. - - - - S . s a Phone 3-x, Magnolia, N. J. Write for boeklets, P.O. Snow Hill, Fare 3le return from Chestnut or South Street Ferries. : 3 : The... - Falling Leaves | : Reminds us that wintry winds will blow--If you wish 4 - you wish to take time by the fore lock, now is the 3 opportunity to order your fall suit. 4 5 —————————— } tah Fie R. B. BUCKLEY, Merchant Tailor, 1343 F St. N. W. SUMMER REbduvRTS. Lr. C2 bs 5 a Taer | Ls _ «3 aoe | las aa ay A: we i SS If Patera} ee ea ae ee he i 2 MADAAM MOORE. Guntersville, Ala., Oct. 26, 1902. I tried Madame McNairdee and find that she is well up in her profession. She will tell things to come, and they will come as predicted. It will pay people to try her who want to know many things in the future. See her advertisement on another page. thie Sees ae 2 2 é si < % eon 2 ¢ The... : Falling Leaves of tsetse ae nao me ae SUMMER RESORTS. THE HOTEL HENDERSON. Atlanic City, New Jersey. A strictly up-to-date hotel for the ac- commodation of first-class colored peo- ple. It has all modern improvements; large and airy rooms newly upholster- ed, renovated and repapered. Its leca- tion is the very best in a quiet neigh- borhood and within sight of the Board Walk and the Ocean. The cuisine is the best—Mr. Henderson being a pro- fessional caterer. Rates reasonable. For particulars address, STACEY I. HENDERSON. 120 N. Mississippi Ave., Atlantic City, KEEN GOTTAGE | For the best accommodations Keen Cottage, 1713 ‘Arctic avenue, Atlantic City, N. J. Will accommodate 60 guests. S. A. Keen, 1713 Arctic avenue, Atlantic City, N.J. Se wet ef. | ae he it ah } F St. N. W. Gio + YD Vs + ee 2 A PROPHET AT HOME. Genial Bob Pelham Visits His Native Heath and there is a Sound of Revelry by Night.—Flashes from the Wolverine State. DETROIT, MICH., Special.—Possibly the neatest compliment ever paid to any man in Detroit was the stag dinner in honor of Rob't Pelham, Jr., on the occasion of his visit home, July 24th. Dr. J. W. Ames and Mr. W. E. Cole were the hosts and they played their parts to perfection. Covers were laid for twenty-one and their spacious adjoining residences were turned into a bower of beauty and place of revelry. On the arrival of the guest of honor, the company was ushered into the parlors of Mr. Cole, where they indulged in cards and pleasantries until from a secluded spot the resonant tones of a phonograph broke in upon them and so surprised the party that further concentration upon the games in hand was abandoned, and Mr. George C. R. M. M. Cole, the local distributor for the American and Columbia Phonograph Companies, was urged to render a complete program of his choice selections. This was followed by that inimitable artist, Mr. Samuel Lucas, whose selections upon the guitar, solos and monologues kept the party in constant laughter until 11 p. m., when the party was conducted by the genial doctor into his apartments, the ground floor of which had been transformed into a beautiful dining hall where the guest of the evening was to be treated to a surprise ever to be remembered. The room was dotted here and there with the stars and stripes; across the archway artistically draped was a large flag beneath whose folds, enentwined with smilax was a picture of the guest encircled by the words "Welcome Pelham." A hugh bouquet of J. flowers decorated the center of the table, while at either end the letter "P" was outlined in smilax and nasturtiums. Just before taking their seats at the table each gentleman was told that he would be expected to respond to a toast to help carry out the doctor's idea of an "Evening with Pelham." The list began with "Pelham as a friend," followed by many others appropriate. THE COLORED AMERICAN among them: "Pelham as a newspaper man; as a politician, as a humorist; as a home builder; as a national character; as a lawyer," etc. Here Mr. Pelham was made to feel by the sentiments expressed that his presence was appreciated and absence felt by the warm personal friends at home, whose best wishes for his success were ever predominant. Mr. Pelham's response was delivered in his usual characteristic style, but he could not conceal his emotion which this unexpected show of good will aroused within him. As Auld Lang Syne was lustly sung each gentleman approached the guest and wished for him many good things as they pulled one side of a wish-bone, prepared for the occasion, and thus the wee small hours found them singing him a "Jolly good fellow" as they wended their way homeward. Mr. Pelham came to attend the wedding of his neice, of which the Detroit Journal, of yesterday, spoke as follows: It is said that the wedding to-night of Miss Norinne Mabel Ferguson and Leonard C. Thompson will be the most elaborate social function Detroit colored society has ever known. Miss Ferguson is the daughter of Attorney and ex-Legislative Representative W. W. Ferguson. Mr. Thompson, is abstract clerk for the Union Trust Co. The ceremony will be celebrated in St. Matthew's Episcopal church, Antoine and Elizabeth streets, by Rev. J. B. Massiah, at 7.30 o'clock. The high church full choral service will be used. Admission will be by card. The reception, from 8 to 10 p. m., will be at the residence of the bride's grandmother, Mrs. Robert Pelham, 223 Alfred street, whose spacious dwelling adjoins the Ferguson home. Finney's orchestra will play during the reception hours. Miss Adah N. Pelham, of Hannibal, Mo., will be the maid of honor and Mrs. Metta P. F. Richardson, the matron of honor. The bridesmaids are the Misses Harriet F. Barrier and Gertrude Thompson. The flower girls are Dorothy Pelham, of Washington, D. C. and Frances Pelham. The groom will be attended by Dr. H. Peyton Johnson. The ushers are Clarence Thompson, Romaine W. Jeffrey, Robert De Cofield and John L. Richardson. Out of town guests are Prof. J. H. Pelham, of Hannibal, Mo., and Robert Pelham, Jr., of Washington, D. C." 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Fine wines, liquors, cigars and Tobacco. SATTERWHITE & CO., PROPS. The Albany Hotel. has been enlarged and newly refitted with modern improvements for the accommodation of Guests. so as to furnish first class services with Bar, 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 The Porters Exchange Hotel BROWN & SMITH, Proprietors, Newly rebuilt and elegantly furnished. Meals at all Hours. Electric lights, bells, steam heat, hot and cold baths. High grade Wines, Liquors and Cigars. The coldest Beer in the city. 103 and 105 Sixth Street, N. W. Washington, D. C. Handsome rooms, $1,00 & up. Phone 1733 Y. A FLOWER BOOK OF REAL FLOWERS. The Yellowstone Park Flower Book, published by the Northern Pacific, is a beautiful creation. It contains eleven specimens of real flowers, in natural colors, from Yellowstone Park, with names and places where found. Also six full page, fine, half-tone illustrations of bears, the grand canon, geysers, hotels, etc., found in the Park, the most wonderful spot on earth, 54 by 62 miles in size, and where President Roosevelt recently spent his vacation. The Flower Book makes a beautiful souvenir. Send Chas. S. Fee, Gen'l Passng'r Agt., Northern Pacific Ry., St. Paul, Minn., fifty cents for a copy. BOARDING:—1032 Sewall Ave., Asbury Park, N. J. Mrs. Saml. T. Marrow, Prop. Excellent neighborhood; all modern conveniences; terms and full information on application. HOWARD UNIVERSITY MEDICAL DEPARTMENT. A Record of Great Achievement. The Medical Department of Howard University will begin the approaching fall session under most favorable auspices. It holds front rank among medical schools in the country and its clinical faculties are unsurpassed. Its faculty has been selected with great care and every member of it had won his professional spurs before his appointment. The department is proud of its many graduates, who are scattered over every part of this country and who have gone also beyond its confines. Not one of them has been known to have violated the ethics of his profession, all of them are doing excellently and a number have risen to eminence. Tis is true not only of the medical graduates, but of the dental and pharmaceutical ones also. Patronage of a flattering character has followed the demonstration of professional skill. Dr. F. J. Shadd, the secretary of the department, who is its executive officer, keeps a watchful eye upon its interests. It may not be well known outside the District of Columbia that the famous Freedmen's Hospital, one of the largest institutions in the country, is closely allied to the Medical Depart- M. DR. F. J. SHADD. ment of Howard University and that all its facilities are practically at the sole service of the students of the department. In equipment, in the scholarship of its professors and in the liberal terms offered to students the department is unrivalled in the country. From a long list of achievements by the graduates of this department it is interesting to note of those who have graduated in recent years that Dr. J. Frank Allen, class of 1901, has recently passed the examining boards of the states of Pennsylvania and New Jersey; Miss Anna Bartsch, class of 1902, has passed the District of Columbia board and will locate in this city; Dr. George R. Ferguson, 1903, has passed the Virginia State board, said to be the most rigid in the country; Dr. E. B. Terry, 1903, has passed the New Jersey board and will locate at Atlantic City, and Dr. J. A. White, 1903, has passed the Florida State board. The authorities note throughout the country a great demand for pharmacists and dentists. In the City of Topeka, Kans., an opening for the right person is ready at a substantial salary. It appears also from their observation that pharmacy is coming to be the profession for women. In all their correspondence there is the further gratifying fact that Howard University graduates are preferred. Mrs. J. B. Wells, Supt. of Mercy Hospital of the Meharry Medical College, Nashville, Tenn., spent a few days in this city last week, the guest of Dr. J. J. Chilcoat, 2358 6th street, N. W. Mrs. Wells will return to Nashville in time to attend the meeting of the National Negro Business League. THE COLORED AMERICAN A very fine treat is being prepared for the residents of Atlantic City, N. J., and the summer visitors there in the Grand Musical Festival projected for the 20th instant, by the public spirited members of the race there. It will be under the direction of Professor Albert F. Mando, the famous instructor and leader of New York City. Prof. Mando is a finished musician and is at the head of the Mozart Conservatory of Music in the Empire City, an institution the exceptional merits of which have been heretofore mentioned in the columns of The Colored American. J. T. PROF. A. F. MANDO, The good people of Atlantic City are on the qui vive for the coming function and there is no doubt it will be largely attended. There will be first a Young People's Carnival, then a festival of purely classical music and finally a grand march, reception and dancing. Washington people who failed to hear Prof. Mando and his magnificent orchestra of artists on his visit some years ago to this city should not fail to be present at the approaching symposium which is already attracting the attention of the best people of New York, Philadelphia and Baltimore. MR. THEODORE DRURY Appeared Last Friday Evening, Before Jersey City's Fashionable Audience. JERSEY CITY, N. J., Special.—The Concert given by the Lafayette Presbyterian church, last Friday evening, in which Mr. Drury was engaged as the star, was an overwhelming success. The concert was under the auspices of the Lyceum, got the benefit of the piano and was managed by Dr. Geo. E. Cannon, of Jersey City. Mr. Drury was ably supported by home talent. He made his first appearance in "La Stances" by A. Fleigier, sung in French, and scored an immediate success. After singing several encores he sang by special request, "The Palm Trees." Everybody was greatly pleased and all poined in saying that Mr. Drury's voice improves every year and it goes without saying that he is the most popular artist before the public to-day, both in opera and concert. He is not only able to sing the classical pieces but can please all classes as he sings with equal ease such pieces as the dainty selection "Two Maidens" and the musical recitation "Twickenham Ferry." H was accompanied by Miss E. B. Magnan, of New York, whose accompaniments are "par excellence." Bishop Walters, who was present in the audience, rose and made a short address in which he promised that he would surely attend Mr. Drury's opera next May. Ladies Needing Advice and Treatment CONSULT BRENT MAR. The German female specialist. Treats woman's ills, complaints and irregularities. Private Sanitarium, not a public hospital, but a private home, separate rooms, and home comforts for cases before and during confirmation. Trained nurses and experience physician in attendance. Private home for infant if necessary. City office hours from 9 a. m., to 6 p. m. 1233 Pa. avenue, N. W., Washington, D. C. 1233 PA. AVE. N W. Washington, D. C. L. J. Hayden, Manufacturer of Pure Herb Medicine, is one of the Greatest Healers of the Sick on Earth. Cures all Diseases or no Charge. 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There is a certain charm in having your work done at the B. and P. Tonsorial Shaving Parlors, at the corner of Sixth and Missouri avenue, opposite the Pennsylvania depot. The vicinity is always alive with excitement of an amusing kind, where, while you are being waited on by an excellent workman, you are also fanned cool by the delightful breezes from electric fans. You will find there in attendance, Messrs. Welsh, Harris, Pearson, and Mr. R. A. Nelson, the city's renowned tonsorialist. George A. Robinson, Prop, ```markdown ``` 3 SALOONS. Chris. Xander's QUALITY HOUSE, 909 7th st. NW. Established 38 years ago. The largest wholesale stock in town of the most exquisite, faultless wines and distillates (in all 307 kinds), at Cris. Xander's modern prices no others can compete quality and purity with any of his goods. His liquors are absolutely free from fusel poison. (No branch houses). Phone 1425. Jas. F. Keenan. ```markdown ``` RECTIFIER AND WHOLESALE LIQUOR DEALER. Elegant Club Whiskey a Specialty Importer of Fine Wines, Brandies, Gins, Etc. 462 Pennsylvania Avenue. Northwest. Fritz Reuter's Washington, D. C. Hotel and Restaurant, 451, 453, 455, 457 Pennsylvania Avenue. 202, 208 and 210 41-2 St Northwest. W. M. DRURY'S Restaurant, 1100 20th St., Corner L. N. W. MOORE & PRIOLEAU, Sparta, Buffet, and Cafe, 1216 Pa. Ave. Washington, D.C FINE WINES, LIQUORS and CIGARS Hot Free Lunch every Day. Ladies will receive special attention in Dining Room upstairs. J. M. RYAN'S CAFE Pool and Billiard Parlors, 619 B StreetNorthwest. (Op. B. & P. Depot.) A full line of the choicest wines, liquors, and beers. All brands of domestic and imported cigars. J. M. RYAN, Proprietor. C. H. NAUGHTON LIQUORS and SEGARS Harper & Wilson a specialty. 1926 Fourteenth Street, Northwest Negro Prosperity in the South. Nashville—the Metropolis of the Southwest.—Progressive Race Leaders. Successful Business Men. NASHVILLE, TENN., Special.—A city is not to be judged by its piles of brick and stone, its hordes of wealth, its flashing display of apparent possessions, nor is it to be judged by the number of its inhabitants, for all these things are transient. But the strength, the real enduring worth of such a city must be determined by the character of its constituents; the calibre, the intellect, the spiritual quality, as it were, of the men in whose hands its destiny lies. Hence, the truest history, the most truthful picture, of any city is that of the individuals thereof. Nashville, Tenn., where the 4th annual session of the National Negro Business League is to be held, stands out conspicuous for two reasons. First, the interest the country has in the PROF F. G. SMITH, 646 Bass Street, Nashville, Tenn. League, and second, the importance of the city. Nashville is the Athens of the South so far as the Negro is concerned. Here the race has three of the best schools in the country, Waldon, Roger Williams and Fisk Universities. The greatest Negro Medical School in the United States, Maharry, which has graduated more colored physicians than all the others together. Nashville public schools stand high in point of excellence, having over 6,000 colored children, taught by about 65 teachers. Here we find the two publishing houses of the Baptist and A. M. E. churches. A large number of fine church houses grace the city. There are four drug stores, one steam laundry, a shirt factory, two undertaking establishments, an insurance business, one ice cream factory, a livery stable, a good many groceries and restaurants, one wholesale junk dealer, one poultry yard, a large number of good tailors, two or three first class architects a half dozen first class pain- THE COLORED AMERICAN. ters, more than a dozen lawyers and about as many physicians, a large number of excellent ministers. It is said that Nashville is the home of more Negro authors than any other city in the United States. Withal, Nashville is a great city, worthy of the honor conferred upon her by the meeting of the National Negro Business League. Following are a few of its leading people. Prof. F. G. Smith, the present, efficient Principal of Pearl High School, Nashville Tenn., is a native of Selma, Ala. After completing the common English course in Burrel Academy, his parents sent him to Fisk University. His progress in this Institution was rapid and is was not long before he was considered one of the best in his class. He graduated with honor from the College Department in 1887. After leaving school, he took up his work as teacher in the city schools of Nashville. So acceptable was his service to the Board of Education that he never filled any position longer than two years, except the one which he now holds, that of principal of the Pearl High School, which place he has ably filled for the past eight years. Prof. Smith devotes his whole life and study to the upbuilding of his school. To give some idea of the work that has been accomplished during his administration, we note the following. 1st. The course of study has been specialized and an expert teacher placed in charge of each branch. 2nd. The standard of scholarship has been raised. 3rd. Increased facilities in the Science Department. 4th. An annual sermon to the Graduating Class. 5th. The establishment of a Senior Social and Alumni banquet. Many other new things have been inaugurated which cannot be mentioned in this brief sketch. Through the combined efforts of the teachers and the Principal, the Pearl High School now ranks as one of the first High Schools in the South for the exclusive education of colored youth. In addition to his studies along literary lines, Prof. Smith has completed a course in Medicine and Pharmacy, at the Maharry Medical College and a course in Shorthand and Typewriting at Fall's Business College. He was the Continued on page 5. first man in Tennessee to pass the State Board of Pharmacy held at Vanderbilt University. Though the legal possessor of three degrees, won by perseverance and hard labor, in striking contrast to many of our leading men, who are fond of stringing to their names multiduinous titles Prof. Smith never attaches a degree to his name. Besides being a polished scholar, Prof. Smith has proved to be an orator. His addresses each year to his graduating class are eloquent and instructive. He is a man of talent; studious, progressive, energetic, honorable and conscientious and enjoys the confidence and esteem of the best people with whom he is acquainted. THE NASHVILLE COLORED SANITARIUM. THE LABORATORY SANITARIUM, Nashville, Tenn. The QNLY institution of the kind in the world. We present herewith an interior view of the Nashville Colored Sanitarium, an institution conducted on the same lines as the famous Battle Creek Sanitarium. With a corps of competent physicians and nurses, an excellent equipment and facilities for providing a regulated dietary, this institution is prepared to give such service as has long been needed among the colored people. Located in a prominent southern city, it is easily accessible. It is already becoming favorably known among our leading people. This Sanitarium has a well regulated bath room, provided with facilities for giving thorough and carefully regulated treatment in hydrotheraphy. A. B. electricity and massage. One of the leading features is the Electric Light Bath, one of the latest scientific measures for the treatment of disease, besides affording a most luxurious means of obtaining all the benefits of the Turkish and Russian baths, without any of their objectionable features. Another important bath is the HydroElectric Bath, in which the person is ATTORNEY and COUNSELLOR-AT-LAW Collections, Real Estate and Insurance. A Matters given prompt Attention in the District of Columbia. Member of the Washington Real Estate Exchange. 609 F STREET, NORTHWEST. Washington, D. C Holmes Hotel Holmes Hotel 333 Va. Ave., S. W., Washington, D. C Best Africo-American Accommodation in the District. European and American Plan. Bar Stocked with Fine Wines, Imported Brandies and PURE OLD RYE WHISKEY. Best Line Cigars, 5 & 10c Good Room and Lodging, 50, 75 and $1. Comfortably Heated by Steam. James Ottaway Holmes, Prop WASHINGTON, D. C. MASONIC TEMPLE. 1111 19th St., N. W., Between L and M. An Exceptional Feature: Your wedding reception at this Hall with palms, flowers, draperies, electric lights, fans and all conveniences. N. B. SAVED: Wear on carpet, broken furniture, loss of wraps, labor of cleaning and straightening after. COST: $10.00 AND UP. Apply for terms and special rates. Cuts and Illustrations The Maurice Joyce Engraving Co. Evening Star Building Washington, D.C. FOR RENT. Large light-furnished room with board for two. Apply at 941 T street N. W. Nogro Prosperity in the South. Continued from page 4. submerged in water with currents of electricity passing through the body. Here is also found the alternating hot and cold spray apparatus, by which the various forms of the douche are applied, such as the jet, fan, rain, needle or percussion. It is perfectly regulated with a gauge and thermometers so that both the pressure and the temperature may be regulated to a nicety. By a simple movement of a lever alternating currents of hot and cold water may be applied to any part of the surface of the body. The system of massage given here is made up of the most valuable features of the French, German, English and Swedish systems of massage, regulated of course, to suit the needs of each patient. Any information desired can be obtained by addressing the Medical Superintendent, Dr. L. C. Isbell, 447 No. Cherry Street, Nashville, Tenn. M. W. T. HIGHTOWER, 217 S. Cherry Street, Nashville, Tenn. The subject of this sketch was born and reared in Nashville, Tenn. After completing the public school course of the city, she attended Waldon University, from which she graduated. She was them elected to a position in the public schools of Nashville and was put in the primary department. From this she was promoted from time to time until now she has charge of a very important room in the leading school of the city. Unlike the average teacher, Miss Perkins has by strict economy, accumulated a very handsome fortune, being worth several thousand dollars in cash and property. W. T. HIGHTOWER. Possibly the oldest and best known business man of Nashville among the colored race is Mr. W. T. Hightower, the successful dealer in eggs, hides, wool, feathers, metals, etc. He has been in business twenty-five yeaers and owns $17,000 worth of real estate. He does $10,000 worth of business per annum. In his fair and honest dealing with all he constantly gained the confidence of his customers, until now he controls more business than anyone else in the city in the same line. THE COLORED AMERICAN. It is not often we have the privilege of presenting the following sketch of a successful architect and builder such as Mr. T. W. Maddux. It is an T. W. MADDUX, Nashville, Tenn. inspiration to the young men among us, who wish to succeed in life, to learn of a colored man who controls as much in the mechanical line as Mr. Maddux does. He has been engaged in the business for a number of years and always finds as much work as he can do. His work proves thoroughly satnsfactory and he therefore has built up an enviable trade. There stand in Nashville many lovely structures that attest his skill as a mechanic. Among them are the Kayne ave. Baptist M. B. Prof. W. G. HYNES, Nashville, Tenn. church, the Sylvan St. Baptist church, Lee ave., Christian church. Mr. Maddux makes his own drafts and designs and proves the ability of the race to do first class mechanical work. Mr. Maddux has always had a love and special talent for he mechanical trade. Again, it is interesting to know that he is comparatively a young man, being only 34 years of age. PROF. W. G. HYNES. Of Nashville, Tenn, has been traveling for a month, making a fine record for himself, as an exhibitor of moving pictures. He has been engaged in this business for more than fifteen years. His entertainments are always instructive and his scholarly descriptions of the scenes presented to his audiences have excited the admiration of all. GOTHAM LEADERS ORGANIZE. On Monday, August 3d, there will be held at Saratoga, N. Y., a convention of representative colored citizens of that State for the purpose of forming a non-partisan equal right association with the special aim to continue the agitation and protest against the frightful conditions which beset our people in different parts of the country, but especially in the South, until the remedy is discovered and applied. Prominent and influential citizens, both white and colored, have expressed their interest and given their cordial support to this movement which gives promise of effective service. Bishop Wm. B. Derrick, it is thought will be selected as president, and many other strong men of the race are expected to attend and contribute to the success of the meeting. We believe this movement should be repeated in every State in the North. The strong, the worthy, the manly Negroes should get together and make their voices heard in no uncertain terms on this subject. 'Tis not alone our poor persecuted brother in the South who is the victim of mob violence, though if there were, there would be ample reason for our protest and complaint, but red-handed hate and grim riot are clutching the throat of the law also in our formerly peaceful Northern communities and our race is the principal sufferer. To apply the Mosaic law to our enemies to cry "an eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth!" would simply mean race annihilation and we know it. Peaceful agencies must be employed, therefore. And let us apply each and every peaceful agent accessible. SEWING GIRLS WANTED. A large Dressmaking Establishment, at Staunton, Va., operated by the well-known expert dressmaker and cutter, Mrs. R. L. Pannell, desires four first class sewing girls to go to that city to accept permanent positions. The position will be permanent and the salary will run from $4 to $5 a week, according to the ability of the girl. These young ladies are wanted by the 15th of September, and Mrs. Pannell will be glad to meet them at this office or to have them correspond with her at 404 N. Augusta street, Staunton, Va., where full information will be given. PUPILS DESIRED TO STUDY THE LIVINGSTON SYSTEM of Dressmaking, drafting and cutting.—Pupils can enter at any time. Terms reasonable. MRS. S. FRANCIS, 49 G St. N. W. aug.-25-1-mo. FOR RENT:—Desirable rooms or part of house. 1502 10th street, N. W. 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 Harper's Ferry, W. Va. For particulars ad dress 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 Negre trader. His mother, Willie, was a slave on the Joyce plantation. He had one sister Betty, who is very anxious to find hlm. Any in formation will be gladly received. MRS BETTY REYNOLDS. 44 Parker street, Atlanta, Ga. 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 reason of 1903-04, beginning Sept., 15th. Address all communications to E. W. Dale, Cape May City, N. J. BOARDING By The Week or Month. Apply to— MRS. M. J. BUNDY, 941 T St., N. W. Theoretical and Practical AGRICULTURE Theoretical and Practical AGRICULTURE The call for Educated Negro Men who have made a special study of Theoretical and Practical Agriculture is more pressing than the supply. The demand for such men comes from all parts of the U. S. and from several foreign countries. The Agricultural Department of The Tuskegee Institute Is now prepared to give instruction of a high grade to persons who have finished either common school or college courses We hope that a large number of such persons will enter this department of Tuskegee this fall. For information as to expense, etc.; apply to BOOKER T. WAKSINGTON, Tuskegee, Ala. Money to Loan! Money to loan at lowest rate of interest on Real and Personal Property, also on Notes. Apply at office of Mutual Improvement Society 407 Seventh Street, N. W., 3rd floor, room 6, WASHINGTON, D. C. ```markdown ``` 6 THAT BOSTON RIOT. Trotter and His Misguided Followers in the Meshes of the Law and Sent to Durance Vile—Moral Cowardice of the Hoodlums Who are Afraid to Riot a White Meeting—Ferris' Stranded in Louisville. BOSTON, MASS., Special.—Last night at the A. M. E. Zion Church, on Columbus avenue, at a public meeting of the Boston branch of the National Negro Business League, one of the most disgraceful and riotous scenes in the history of Boston was precipitated by five men, under the leadership of William Monroe Trotter, editor of the Boston Guardian, who has become insane in his opposition to Dr. Booker T. Washington and his methods of leadership. The plan to break up the meeting was deliberately premeditated, and was of the coarsest, most vulgar sort, such as is employed everywhere by the hoodlum, rowdy elements to create riot and confusion. Trotter was backed up in his rowdyism by a half dozen women of the street, whose vulgar services were obviously purchased. Martin, the man who began the interruption, and was most persistent in rowdyism, insisting that Mr. Washington is opposed to social equality, is a butler in a white family, and appeared at the meeting in his waiter's jacket. Behind Trotter and Forbes are several other men, who have more brains who by the ir action have lost character with the white and colored people of Boston, not because they are democrats at heart, but because they have shown a rowdy and vulgar disposition in their opposition to Mr. Washington, which places them among the hoodlums of the population. There were some two thousand people in and about the church, drawn there by a laudable desire to see and hear Dr. Washington speak. They were honest and intelligent people, among them being many of the distinguished and respected colored people of Boston—people proud of their city, and zealous for its high reputation for intelligence, sobriety, and for law and order. Scattered among these two thousand people were Trotter and his henchmen, who had contrived to throw red pepper about the altar before the meeting was called to order, for the purpose of confusing the speakers. As soon as the chairman, Hon. W. H. Lewis, called the meeting to order, hte disturbance was begun by one Martin, with hissing by his associates. When T. Thos. Fortune, of New York, was announced as the first speaker, the man Martin became so boisterous in his talk and action that the audience was thrown into confusion, and the police had to be called in to eject him. Just before Mr. Fortune concluded his remarks, the man was allowed to return to his seat on promise of good behavior; but the interruption continued through the address of Edward Everett Brown. When Mr. Washington was introduced, the five men created so much disorder and confusion that the audience became panicky and riotous in temper. The managers of the meeting then decided to have Trotter and all of his fellow conspirators ejected from the church. A squad of policemen commanded by a sergeant, was called in, and in the confusion that ensued, both inside and outside of the church, arrested Trotter and his sister, and two of his henchmen, and, with handcuffs on their wrists, marched them off to the station house. One was badly cut with a razor, and two policemen were injured, one of them stabbed in the hands with a hat pin, it is alleged, of Miss Mand Trotter. When the rioters were removed, after two hours of confusion, the meeting proceeded in an orderly and recordous manner. At the close of the meeting, Mr. Washington was given an ovation, and was overwhelmed by the crush of people who desired to shake his hand, and assure him personally of their hearty good will and sympathy. it will be recalled that this man Trotter and two companions from Boston came near precipitating a riot on three occasions at the Louisville con- THE COLORED AMERICAN. vention of the Afro-American Council, early in July last, and succeeded by their lawless acts and words in coloring the reports about the convention in such a way as to confuse the thoughtful people of the country. It is safe to say that by their conduct at Louisville, and at the Boston meeting of the National Negro Business League, Trotter and his crew have done more to injure the cause of the race in the estimation of the people of the country than can be overcome by years of hard, honest effort. It is high time that the race frown down such crazy, desperate characters as Trotter, and place the seal of their disapproval upon them in such an unmistakable way that he who runs may read It is worth while to emphasize the fact that Dr. Washington has during the past six months spoken a dozen or more times in white churches in Boston, but Trotter and his gang made no disturbance in any of them; they waited until Dr. Washington was to speak at a church of his own race, crowded by the flower of the race's womanhood and manhood of Boston, to carry out their program of riot and confusion. Why did they not carry it out at some of the white churches in Boston, where Dr. Washington has spoken during the past six months? "Professor" Wm. H. Ferris, the prime mover in the disorder at Louisville, was not present to assist his fellow rioters in Boston Thursday Thursday night, for the reason that he is completely on his uppers in Louisville. It seems that Trotter and Forbes, after using Ferris for their own selfish ends, abandoned him and left him stranded in Louisville. Ferris is a type of tramp who goes South to attend meetings, and to instruct the colored people as to the solution of their problems. It is most pittiful to read the urgent letters he is writing to Boston, entreating his friends to lend him even the smallest amounts to enable him to get home. THE TESTIMONIAL TO MR. J. HENRY LEWIS. Notwithstanding the threatening aspect of the weather, Saturday evening, August 8th, there was a very large and complimentary attendance which found its way to the steamer River Queen, the occasion being a testimonial to our popular towns-man, Mr. J. Henry Lewis. The prominent churches, choirs, clubs, social and secular organizations were represented in unusual numbers, and of course the social set was on hand to add lustre to the occasion in honor of one who has contributed so # much to their entertainment and enjoyment. The movement was inspired by capable, representative people, who delight to do honor to one who has justly merited recognition at their hands before this. It is learned that quite a handsome sum was realized by the affair. Quite a number of subscribers doubled their subscription which was contributed to by many of our best known citizens. The community hopes that many years of activity will still be available for the usefulness of Prof. J. Henry Lewis. FLORIDA AND WEST S.A.L. INDIA SHORT LINE VESTIBULED LIMITED TRAINS DOUBLE DAILY SERVICE Fourth Annual Meeting -OF THE National Negro Business Nashville, Tenn.. The Colored Business Men's Association OF BOSTON Have arranged through the Seaboard Air Line Railway to run a Private Excursion Party over the New York, New Haven and Hartford, Pennsylvania and Seaboard Air Line Railways to Nashville, Tenn., on account of the meeting of the National Negro Business League, August 15 to 19. The special train will arrive at Washington, D. C., MONDAY, AUG. 17, at the Pennsylvania depot at 10:30 a. m. The Washington delegation and its friends, headed by Mr. Edward E. Cooper, the recording secretary, Judge Robt. H. Terrell and others will join the Boston, New York, Philadelphia and Baltimore party. Those who desire to join New England and New York parties before reaching Washington, may do so by leaving Philadelphia at 6.40 a. m. Wilmington, 8.00 a. m., Baltimore 9.34 a. m., or later train as shown above, all going through to from Washington, leaving there at 10:46 a. m. Leave Washington, Seaboard Air Line Railway Depot at 10:46 a. m. Secure your tickets of Mr. W. E. Conklyn Gen'l Agt. Seaboard Air Line Ry., 1421 Pennsylvania avenue, N. W., Washington, D. C., Fare $26.85. Reaching Richmond August 17, 2:10 p. m., where we will be joined by Mr. Giles B. Jackson, Hon. W. L. Taylor, W. P. Burrell, Rev. W. F. Graham and Richmond Business League. Fare for round trip, $23.60; tickets can be secured of Z. P. Smith, D. P. A., 1006 E Main street. Leaving Richmond, Seaboard Air Line Railway, 2:20 p. m. Arriving at Raleigh 7:33 p. m. and taking on delegates at the following points: Hamlet, Monroe, Atlanta and Chatanooga. Fare from Raleigh for the round trip, $23.60. Arriving in Nashville, N. C. & St. L. Tuesday, 6:55 p. m. Returning, leave Nashville any time after the adjournment of the meeting. Stop-over privileges will be allowed at any point in eTnnessee, Georgia, North Carolina, Virginia, Washington, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and New York within the limit of the ticket. Baggage to be checked from starting point to Nashville. A special side trip has been arranged by the Seaboard Air Line Railway from Atlanta to Tuskegee for $6.40 for round trip, giving all an opportunity to visit the great school under the supervision of Booker T. Washington. The very low rates made for this meeting should appeal to all desiring to visit the South. No effort will be spared to make the trip enjoyable and interesting. For further information call on or address Mr. W. E. Conklyn, J. W. Cole, at 1421 Pennsylvania avenue N. W., or E. E. Cooper, The Colored American 459 C street N. W., Washington, D. C. LEGAL ANNOUNCEMENT. Supreme Court of the District of Columbia, holding a Probate Court. No. 11622, Administration. THIS IS TO GIVE NOTICE: That the subscriber, of the State of New Jersey, has obtained from the Probate Court of the District of Columbia, Letters Testamentary on the estate of Julia A. C. Powell, late of the District of Columbia, deceased. All persons having claims against the deceased are hereby warned to exhibit the same, with the vouchers thereof, legally authenticated, to the subscriber, on or before the 28th day of July, A. D. 1904; otherwise they may by law be excluded from all benefit of said estate. Given under my hand this 28th day of July, 1903. WM. F. POWELL Port-au-Prince, Haiti Attest: JOHN N. NOUZER, Register of Wills for the District of Columbia, Clerk of the Probate Court. R. S. SMITH, Attorney. GOOD HOMES FOR LITTLE MONEY. GOOD HOMES FOR LITTLE MONEY. The low round-trip homeseekers' rates in the northwest, via the Northern Pacific Railway, have attracted many thousands. These rates will be continued, on thefirst and third Tuesdays of July, August and September, so that other thousands may yet take advantage of them and enjoy a trip through the Northwest. The Northern Pacific runs through the heart of this region and reaches nearly every important city and town, and almost every valley of consequence in that territory. Use your vacation in making an inspection of this land and pick out a nice home. Great variety of climate, soil and elevation is found and everybody can be satisfied. Irrigated or non-irrigated lands, timber, mineral, and pasture lands are obtainable. Write us what you want and for particulars as to rates, etc., and we will try and help you. CHAS. S. FEE, Gen. Pass. Agt., St. Paul. Minn. CHEVELINE Is wonderful; you have only to wash your hair every four or six months and it will straighten, lengthen and give you a glossy head of hair. No hot irons used. Send a piece of your hair for proof of work. Price per outfit, $3 for one head, $5 for two heads. MME. M. C. TURNER, 1511 Drvades St., New Orleans, La. Every Con- venience Is afforded ladies travel- ing alone on the Compartment Cars of the "Great Western Limited," 3 Leaving Chicago every even- ing at 6.30 via the CHICAGO GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY. J. P. ELMER, G. P. A. 113 Adams St., Chicago Total amount of dollar money first fiscal year, 1900-1, $118,750.97; total amount of dollar money second fiscal year, 1901-2, $120,627.23; total amount of dollar money third fiscal year, 1902-3, $139,990.33. Total amount raised during the triennium, $379,368.53; total increase over last fiscal year, $19,263.10. Remembering,however,the praise belongs to our Heavenly Father and the credit to our good bishops, general officers, untiring presiding elders, faithful pastors and loyal laymen. I am very anxious to reach the standard set by my predecessor, the lamented Rev. A. P. Hubbard, D. D.; therefore I appeal to you to double your efforts this year as never before. Let us so conduct the affairs of the church and convince mankind everywhere that the A. M. E. Church is a perfect form of government in all its ramifications. I am largely depending upon you in this matter. Don't put off collecting your dollar money—"there is danger in delay." Remember the coal strike, rains of last fall and winter, together with the overflow in the Ohio, Missouri, and Mississippi valleys, and the great drought that prevailed thereafter in those sections. Praying God's blessings upon your efforts, I am, Yours faithfully. Washington, D. C., April 15, 1903. Mr. Chairman: We, your committee appointed to audit accounts of the financial secretary, beg to report that we have carefully compared his report with books, vouchers, checks, stubs, letters, etc., and find his report to be accurate in every detail. We also find that he has the most modern equipments for thorough business and his methods of bookkeeping and of transacting business are very excellent. He has introduced many improvements in business methods among which is a system of regularly paying salaries by the month and thus allowing none to be ahead while others are behind. We recommend that this report be adopted. Resolutions unanimously passed at the Bishop's Council June 17, 1903, offered by Bishop Derick: Resolved; That the wise and efficient methods adopted by the Rev. E. W. Lampton, D. D., F. S., for the better management of the financial department have been heartily approved. Resolved; That the establishing of a regular pay day at which time salaries of the various church officers are paid, is a most excellent step and is to be commended as an advanced movement in the right direction. Presiding elders will please send names and addresses of all pastors in your districts. Secretary Lampton a Napoleon of Finance—He Makes a Strong Appeal for Greater Efforts. Rev. E. W. Lampton, financial secretary of the A. M. E. Church, has submitted his report of financial operations during the church's fiscal year ended April 30, 1903. It is subjoined. The showing is highly creditable to the connection and flattering to Dr. Lampton. To the Doctor's superb business equipment and his zeal and love for the work must be accredited a large share of the credit which accrues from this magnificent showing. He was elected to his present office January 20, 1902, and began at once the complete systemization of its duties, with the result that he has received the distinct official approval of the Council of Bishops of the Church and the cordial appreciation of all business men with whom he has come into contact for his business methods and genius for order and organization. Dr. Lampton is not content to sit in his office and merely receive and disburse money. He is an active force, an aggressive factor in the Church's work. In the last three months he has visited the Episcopal districts of New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia, South Carolina, Tennessee, Mississippi, Georgia, Kentucky, and Ohio, and each he has not been content to follow the usual line of travel of the bishops, but he has attended as many individual conferences as practicable, stimulating the spiritual work of the connection, strengthening and heartening the impulses of a hard-worked clergy and incidentally looking out for the immediately essential—the financial side of the question. He has fully justified the wisdom of his selection as financial secretary and has presented to the people of the country further evidence that the A. M. E. Church stands unrivalled in the annals of the race as a spiritual and a thoroughly businesslike organization. It will be observed from the accompanying report that during the financial year last past the connection raised $139,990.33 as dollar money, an increase of $19,263.10 over the receipts for the previous year. Dr. Lampton hopes during the present year to raise $150,000: Personal appeal from the Financial Secretary, Rev. E. W. Lampton, D. D. 1541 Fourteenth street northwest, Washignot, D. C. To the Bishop, Presiding Elders, Pastors, and Members of All Conferences in the Connection, Greeting In order to give an insight into the wonderful increase of dollar money raised by the great sons and daughters of Allen, of which you are a part, including the $1,030.50 dollar money raised by my own efforts by visiting stations, circuits, and missions, I with pleasure submit the following: Receipts and Expenditures of the Financial Department by Months for the Fiscal year Beginning May 1, 1902, Ending April 30, 1903. Receipts—May, $4,967.50; June, $6,-972.23; July, $91.33; August, $1,413.71; September, ~$4,953.78; October, $7,092.32; November, $20,867.31; December, $16,507.91; January, $5,098.02; February, $7,565.16; March, $2,-596.25; April, $11,882.07. Total, $90,-005.65. Expenditures—May, $4,201.65; June, $9,420.84; July, 951.99; August, $1,215.20; September, $2,137.72; October, $7,391.12; November, $11,156.09; December, $19,665.85; January, $11,469.55; February, $5,564.19; March, $4,315.03; April, $12,318.05. Total, $89,807.28. Adopted. Debit—To balance brought down from last fiscal year, $1,265.97; total amount dollar money for this fiscal year, $90,005.65. Grand total, $91,271.62. Credit—Total expenditures, $89,807.28. Balance on hand, $1,464.34. Receipts of the Financial Department Receipts of the Financial Department by Conferences and Episcopal Districts from May 1, 1902, to April 30, 1903: First District, Bishop W. B. Derrick, $11,607.16; increase, $510.42. Second District, Bishop B. F. 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All letters, communications, and business matters should be addressed to THE COLORED AMERICAN. EDWARD E. COOPER, Manager, 459 C St., Northwest, Washington, D. C. Sold by all News Dealers. SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, 1903. We doubt whether throughout this whole country there is one thoughtful Negro who did not feel humiliated and indignant over the disgraceful occurrence in Boston, Massachusetts on the night of Thursday, the 30th ultimo. A gathering of two thousand citizens, white and colored, in the exercise of their constitutional rights, met in the New South End A. M. E. Zion church, to hear the views of Prof. Booker T. Washington, who came upon invitation to stimulate interest in the purposes of the National Negro Business League, of which he is President. Hardly had the exercises begun before a handful of presumably educated young men and sad to say one young women, began to make trouble by interrupting the meeting with a number of irrelevant questions and by great disorder. The officers of the meeting and of the church, with unusual patience repeatedly begged them to desist, but as the disorder grew and threatened the harmony of the gathering, the police had to be called in to eject the offenders and only succeeded in doing so after a number of persons had been seriously injured by the disturbers. Three of them were arrested amonk whom was the editor of the Boston Guardian. We have often heard about the unbridled passions of the ignorant Southern Negro. White men tell us of them and palliate lynchings with the statement, but this was not down South. This was at the seat of New England culture, at the cradle of liberty. These young men are, or claim to be, the exponents and defenders of higher education. They differ with Prof. --- THE COLORED AMERICAN. Washington's educational views, perhaps, but he was not there to discuss education, but business, instead. What a blow, what a shock to the thoughtful colored man to observe how their boasted higher education has failed to teach them self discipline and that greater principle, that however we may differ with a man, he is entitled to be heard. What an argument in the mouths of the race's enemies against any form of education for us. We note with pleasure, how after the conspirators had been removed the Professor's address was received with every mark of appreciation and approval. The incident adds fresh interest to the career and achievements of Prof. Washington. How can one fail to admire him? Think of his youth of penury and obscurity and then of his present status and there is nothing fortuitous in his life. He is pre-eminently the man of action, the man who has done things and who is still doing them. Tuskegee is more than a social settlement, it is more than a great industrial foundation.—It is a monument, it is an inspiration for all time. And think of its leader, its creator, the friend of Presidents, the associate of University presidents, the welcome guest of the high, the rich, the noble and the good. And he is not yet fifty years of age. Here is a greatinstrument designed by him, for the benefit of his race and at its work unremittingly. If there are those who dispute the correctness of his theories or question his methods, let them show us something better or even something different or anything at all that is tangible that exists that is doing the race equal service. We look to the good people of Boston, for the proper, the effective rebuke to these ill balanced young people. The race and the whole country are with the Professor and Tuskegee. HOPE FOR THE RACE. It may not assist in the settlement of the grave problem the Negro race is presenting to the country, but it seems proper to again remind our people that the wide-spread antagonism against us is palpably and pre-eminently economic. Our leaders tell us and our sincere white friends point out with satisfaction our steady advance on all industrial lines in spite of the jealousy of foreign importations and the malevolence of the ignorant native element of whites. We are entering every field of honest, manly endeavor and we are competing creditably. The white laborer and mechanic feels our presence as his rival and he is struggling to drive us back and out. But we will not be driven The situation should give us some comfort in these troublous times and teach us patience and forebearance, recognizing that there is a great future in store for our people full of hope of prosperity and substantial acquirement after a stern public sentiment shall have put an end to the present saturnalia of crime and injustice. THE RICHMOND NEGROES The attention of the entire country has been attracted to the splendid attitude and conduct of the colored people of Richmond, Va., during the long drawn out strike, still in progress in that city. They have taken no part whatever in the difficulties, have abstained from all public acts of violence and have expressed only the most passive sympathy with the cause of white labor. We have always maintained that the colored man was at his best in Richmond, that he was exhibiting more race cohesion, business enterprise, and level heads than are to be found elsewhere, and here is further confirmation of his superiority. This is a white man's fight and he knows it. He simply keeps busy with his own affairs, serving God and absorbing the shekels. Good for him! He is solving his own race problem effectually. THE COLORED MAN IN BUSINESS. We are surveying the field of race enterprises and attempt to discover what there is therein to exploit; we confess the view is not reassuring. We are grieved to observe how few of our people are engaged in business ventures of any character. What is the explanation? As we see it, it is because the Negro has no individual nerve. He has set up for himself too exalted a model. He would like to preside over some mammoth establishment and say unto one man "go!" and to another "come!" but the reflection is absent from his mind that in almost every instance his very model began under most humble conditions and with little or no capital to sustain it. He forgets that the original John Jacob Astor peddled small wares from a pack on his back to the Hudson Bay Indians in exchange for their pelts. The Negro is quite ready to form a company" at any time for business and thus protect himself in advance from full responsibility should disaster overtake the effort. In every city and every community he may look about him and see soundly established and prosperous business houses owned by individual white men, who have failed twice or thrice during their careers, but who have still undaunted by adverse fate, rushed again and again into the breach and failed and finally by nerve, persistence and worth plucked the flower of success. We should learn to follow these examples. If we cannot command large capital, let us begin like the ant. study the Jew, and the Irishman, and his progresses. In every community where there is any number of Negroes there is room for the grocery, the shoe, the dry goods, the provision store. Enter the field with even one dollar of stock and keep what the people want. Success is sure to your commercial rivals—why not to you? Who does not admire the "self made" man of any race? How much more admirable would be the self made business Negro! He would be a veritable beacon light to his race and an inspiration to others. THE NEGROES OPPORTUNITY Our faith in an overruling and beneficient Providence forbids us to despair even in our present hopeless state. Other races have suffered contumely and outrage and have come from the crucible strengthened. Yet at present, "The way is dark and we are far from home." Where is the "Kindly Light" that shall "lead us out?" Perhaps we and American Christianity may soon see a modern "Star in the East" typified by the protest of civilized Europe. We know not whence the light will come, but still is "Our faith triumphant over fears." This, however, we do know from the lessons of all history that no great moral victory was ever achieved unless all the facttors were moral and worthy. And so we come to perceive in this mighty struggle for the right we have our own duty to perform. The reproaches as to our many faults are only to well founded. It is unnecessary to particularize them. They are open and unblushing. They must be corrected. We must be industrious, we must be acquiative. We must be moral. We must continue to educate our children. Our religion must have less lip service and more practical application to our daily lives. Like the North country farmer, the echo of our horses' hoofs must be "property!" "property!" We must be known and have financial credit in banking institutions. We must be factors in all public movements and in the higher impulses of the communities in which we reside and we must, if possible, be a trifle better in every respect, than our white neighbors. Then we will have furnished to our friends convincing evidence of our fitness for American citizenship and for an equal place in the ranks of higher industry. This is our opportunity. This is our duty. Do we see it and will we profit by the knowledge? It is threadbare, but appropriate to say: "Honor and fame from no condition rise, Act well your part, there all the honor lies." A newspaper must live though its patrons are absent from home on pleasure bent. Do not forget your subscriptions. It is observed from the daily press that the ex-slave pension swindlers continue to show activity in some of the Southern States. We repeat our advice to our itinerant ministry, our press and the local leaders of our people where this heresy is still getting a hearing, to denounce it in vigorous terms. There is utterly no possibility of the scheme ever receiving favorable consideration by Congress. West Point and Annapolis are past closed to our youth, and now the Navy itself is to shut its once open door in our faces. Anent the complaint of our people that white merchants who receive our patronage will not employ colored clerks, salesmen or bookkeepers, there comes the answer that where they have recognized the justice of the complaint and given a colored man higher employment, there is no appreciable increase in the trade of colored people. We know this is not a sufficient answer, for the demand is for employment of our young people in recognition of that part of our trade already secured by the whites. Yet there is food for thought in the statement. We should show that we appreciate such opening opportunities by additional patronage of said places. This will help the cause along and induce other whites to follow their example. Do our many river excursionists think of the probable price of coal next winter? CONGRESSMAN ZENOR Uses and Recommends Pe-ru-na For All Catarrhal Affections. A WASHINGTON MUSICALE. Mr. Maurice Brooks, of the New England Conservatory, the Recipient. A musical was tendered Mr. Maurice J. Brooks, of the New England Conservatory of Music, Boston, Mass., by Madame Anna Lee Slade, of 1212 Linden St., Tuesday afternoon, from 1 to 4 p. m., during which time instrumental and vocal solos, and duetts were rendered by those present. A few of which we will make mention. "The Armourer," was sung by Mr. E. G. Bell, as he alone sings it, his rendering of this very beautiful and classic selection showing much study on the part of this polished artist; a piano solo "The Brooklet," by Heller, played by Miss Sarah C. Weston; this selection, too, fell in the hands of one who showed much ability. Soprano solo, "The Violets," sung by Miss M. W. Smoot; this number was loudly applauded, and displayed a very pleasing voice; "Hagars Plea to Abraham," was read by Madame Slade, and while I have heard her in this particular selection before, never did she appear to a better advantage, and her every word and gesture had true art. Her comic selection, picturing a bashful boy, was good. The duett, "Dusky Maid," sung by Madame and Master Slade, was applauded again and again and very highly enjoyed by all. "Keep your eye on this lad." Next we were entertained by Mr. Maurice J. Brooks, our guest. We are not claiming any belt for this young man, for to use his own words, his study has been confined to his off hours from his position, this alone is a demonstration of what can be accomplished by those who are willing to toil and spin; the three selections were "Air de Ballet, No 2," "Chaminade in the Woods," "Godier," and a Scotch air by McDowell," the latter gave Mr. Brooks an excellent opportunity to display his fine "touch" and extraordinary memory, as he did not use the sheet at all. We predict for this young man a bright musical future; his ability and modesty go hand in hand. Among those present were: Mr. Joseph H. Douglass, "Our violinist," he did not perform, Miss Hattie R. Bowen, in one of her spicy little speeches, held out the palm of hope to the AfroAmerican aspirant, along the line of Music and the higher arts. Gathered in the little dining room around the refreshment board, were Miss May Fletcher, Miss Ouetta P. Foster, Miss Lola Thomas, Miss E. Demorara Williams, Miss Susie Edmonson, Miss Emma Robinson, Miss Sarah' C. Weston, Miss Helen Robinson, Miss Josephine Stevenson, Miss Nolie Thomas, Mrs. Amelia THE COLORED AMERICAN. Over Forty Members of Congress Endorse Pe-ru-na. HON. WILLIAM T. ZENOR. HON WILLIAM T. ZENOR. WASHINGTON No other remedy invented by man has ever received so much praise from men of high station as Peruna. Over forty members of Congress have tried it and recommended it to suffering humanity. They use it themselves to guard against the effects of the intense strain of public Brooks, Miss Agnes Brooks, Mr. Maurice J. Brooks, Mrs. Jennie Golden, Mrs. Euretta Brooks, Mrs. Maggie W. Smoot, Mr. Chas. Champ, Mr. H. Taylor, and by the way, Mr. Gerard Millar, "The Basso," sang the "Sentinel Asleep." Mrs. Marie Lucan and Miss Estelle Robinson, of Washington, D. C., was the guest of Miss Mabel Kennard, of Baltimore, Md. for two weeks. Supt. Wright, of Harmony Cemetery, is a wide-awake business man whose ambition is always to please those whom he serves. ```markdown ``` THE MUSEUM OF THE WORLD'S FINEST ART Hon. William T. Zenor, Congressman from Indiana, in a letter from Washington, D. C., says: "I have used several bottles of Peruna for catarrhai and disordered blood troubles, and find that it is a most excellent remedy. "From personal experience and the testimony of friends who have used this remedy, I do not hesitate to recommend same to those who want a good medicine for these and kindred troubles." W. T. ZENOR. Congressman Zenor's home address is Corydon, Ind. life; to ward off the ill effects of the changeable climate of Washington. They keep it in their homes for family use. They recommend it to their neighbors, and they do not hesitate in public print to declare their appreciation and endorsement of this greatest of modern remedies. Rev. S. L. Corrothers, pastor of the Gailbraith A. M. E. Zion church, will leave this city next week to take his annual vacation. He will visit Bishop Walters in Jersey City, friends in New York City also in Elmira, N. Y., where his children attend school and thence to Boston and other eastern points. He will return early in September. The following arrivals this week at Keen Cottage, Atlantic City: Mrs. Briscoe and children, Baltimore; Alfred Milto, Mr. and Mrs. R. Robins, Mrs. S. Smith and son, Philadelphia; Hon. J. B. Raymond and family, Altoona, Pa.; O. S. Jones, Pittsburg, Pa. W. T. ZENOR. 9 Congressman Romulus Z. Linney from Taylorsville, N. C., writes: "My secretary had as bad a case of catarrh as I ever saw, and since he has taken one bottle of Peruna he seems like a different man."—Romulus Z. Linney. Congressman S. M. Sparkman from Tampa, Fla., writes: "I can indorse Peruna as a first-rate tonic and effective cure for catarrh."—S. M. Sparkman. U. S. Senator W. N. Roach from Laramore, N. D., writes: "I have used Peruna as a tonic. It has greatly helped me in strength, vigor and appetite."—W. N. Roach. Congressman H. W. Ogden from Benton, La., writes: "I can conscientiously recommend your Peruna as a fine tonic."—H. W. Ogden. Congressman G. W. Smith from Murphysboro, Ill., writes: "I have taken one bottle of Peruna for my catarrh and I feel very much benefited."—Geo. W. Smith. Congressman David Meekison from Napoleon, O., writes: "I have used several bottles of Peruna and feel greatly benefited thereby from my catarrh of the head."—David Meekison. Senator Mallory' of Pensacola, Fla., writes: "I have used your excellent remedy, Peruna, and have recommended it both as a tonic and a safe catarrh remedy."—Stephen R. Mallory. Senator M. C. Butler, ex-Governor of South Carolina, writes: "I can recommend Peruna for dyspepsia and stomach trouble."—M. C. Butler. Senator W. V. Sullivan from Oxford, Miss., writes: "I take pleasure in recommending your great National catarrh cure, Peruna, as the best I have ever tried."—W. V. Sullivan. Senator J. M. Thurston from Omaha, Neb., writes: "Peruna entirely relieved me of a very irritating cough."—John M. Thurston. Congressman H. G. Worthington from Nevada, writes: "I have taken one bottle of Peruna and it has benefited me immensely."—H. G. Worthington. Congressman Case Broderick of Holton, Kansas, says: "I have taken two bottles of Peruna and find it to be an excellent remedy for colds and throat trouble."—Case Broderick. Congressman Willis Brewer from Haynesville, Ala., writes: "I have used one bottle of Peruna for lassitude, and I take pleasure in recommending it." Willis Brewer. 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. Mr. W. E. Grubbs, of The Colored American, was in Baltimore last week. Mr. Elijah Brown, of the G. P. O., is one of the most useful race men in Deanwood, D. C. The steamer, Jane Moseley will return from Baltimore, Sat. Aug. 22nd, from which place she carried large crowds to Annapolis, St. Michael, Cambridge, Charleston and other places. The boat has been fitted with new awnings and one of the most powerful searchlights hereabouts and will take the Crescent Social Club and its friends on a trip to-morrow, Sunday.