The Colored American

The COLORED American A-NATIONAL NEGRO NEWSPAPER VOL. X, NO. 26 In West Tennessee. BROM BONES WRITES INTEREST...INGLY OF THE NEW SOUTH... A Student of Le Moyne and a Promising Young Woman Burned to Death The Only Daughter and Heir to a Large FortuneThe Cause of the AccidentThe Genealogical Tree and a History of the Family. Memphis, Tenn., Special.—Saturday, November 22nd, about noon, the piteous cries for help caused a large crowd of women, children and men to gather at the homestead of the Clouston estate in the southeastern portion of the city. The saddest sight ever witnessed in Memphis, was seen there by awn-stricken women and men. The daughter of perhaps the wealthiest widow of the race in the South, was almost covered in flames. Young accomplished and amiable, blessed with a handsome fortune, Miss Theressa Minot Clouston had the promise of a magnificent future. Miss Clouston was a student of Lemoyne Institute and would have graduated with the class of 1904. Saturday, whilecleaning a mirrow in front of the grate, Miss Clouston's dress ignited; her mother being in the front yard some distance from the house; all alone Miss Clouston fought with vain endeavors to extinguish the flames which were fast enveloping her whole body. Finding that her efforts lost Miss Clouston ran up the back gallery crying most piteously for mamma. Seeing men in the yard who had to see her mother on business and knowing that her clothing had burned entirely from her body and being possessed of that great degree of modesty for which her aged and highly respected mother is so much loved by all who know her, though struggling with death, Miss Clouston turned to reenter the house only to fall helpless at the door. In the presence of the grief stricken mother, the butcher and man-servant did all in their power to relieve the suffering daughter. The very men from whom she had struggled so hard to conceal her charred and nude body picked her up and tenderly bore her to bed. During the few hours Miss Clouston lived she was conscious. Notwithstand that four of the best A Victim of a Memphis Fire. Mary Ann MRS. EUDORA A. CLOUSTON, Memphis, Tenn. physicians in the city were employed, it was plain to all present that she could not recover. Miss Clouston was devoted to her mother in a manner that caused all who knew her to love her. She never retired that she did not first ask her feeble mother if there was anything she wanted. Immediately after she was comfortably arranged in her bed, her mother asked her how the accident happened. "I was cleaning the mirror," she said. Miss Clouston was as devoted to her religious duties as she was to her mother and studies, as the following will show. Noticing a change in her eyes her mother said: "Daughter, can you see the light?" "Yes, mother, I can see the light of Jesus." "Mother," she continued, "please send for Father Burney, and the members of my class." The only thing said expressive of a murmur was this question which she asked Miss Blanche Carter, a member of her class: "Blanche, are you sorry I am so badly burned?" The shadow, of death was Mary E. MISS THERESA MINOT CLOUSTON, Memphis, Tenn. MISS THERESA MINOT CLOUSTON, Memphis, Tenn. visible to all present. At 12 o'clock, just a few hours after she has been heard singing and playing on the piano, death came and robbed a mother of her only daughter and the race of one of its most precious jewels. Death came to her as gently as light winds through groves of bloom, as delicate blossoms from the trees. Oh! what thoughts beneath those silent flowers are lying. Fair as a star she closed her eyes that are now shining in the realms above. Let us trust in God to meet her. The Clouston's are members of Emanuel Episcopal church where the services were held. The Episcopal funeral services are as pretty as they are impressive. There was not a dry eye in the entire church. Mrs. J. T. Settle, who is also a member there as well as a very close friend of the family, very feelingly rendered a solo. At the conclusion of the other part of the services all that remainder of Miss Continued on Page 5. Negro Suffrage Case ARGUMENT ON ALABAMA SUITS BEFORE SUPREME COURT. One Action Is for Damages and the Other an Application for Mandamus, Resulting From the Refusal of Registrars to Permit the Registering of Jackson W. Giles. On Wednesday last before the Supreme Court of the United States Wilfred H. Smith, a colored attorney of New York City, argued the case of Jackson W. Giles vs. The Board of Registrars of Montgomery County, Alabama. The case is an action for damages brought in the city court of Montgomery against the defendants in error for refusing to register the plaintiff in error and issue to him a certificate of qualification as an elector, for no other reason than his race and color, while all white men possessing the same qualifications were registered and given certificates for life. Also an application for a writ of mandamus, brought in the city court of Montgomery, to compel the defendants in error to register the plaintiff in error, and to issue to him a certificate of qualification as an elector, on on the ground that he had been refused registration and a certificate, for no other reason than his race and color, while all white men possessing the same qualifications had been given life certificates. In both cases it was claimed that sections 181, 183, 184, 185, 186, 187, and 188 of "article VIII" of the Alabama constitution of 1901, under and by virtue of which the defendants in error were appointed and acting, were repugnant to the fourteenth and fifteenth amendments to the Constitution of the United States, in heir purpose, in their language and meaning, and in the way and manner they were administered, and rights were asserted and claimed under the Federal Constitution. Demurrers to the complaint and application were sustained in both Continued on Page 4. THE COLORED AMERICAN. Grand aster, W. H: J. Malvin, Deputy Grand Master, John P. Turner, Senior Grand Warden, Charles D. Freeman, Junior Grand Warden, W. Clarke, Grand Treasurer, Henry Coleman, Grand Secretary, W. H. Myers. Among the prominent Masons present were: Past Grand Mas- ters R. H. Gleaves, S. I. Watts, L. C. Bailey, Henry Coleman, Past Senior Grand Wardens, E. A. Watson, John T. Turner, Past Masters, H. j. Davis, S. C. Bur- nett, Robert Carter, N. E. Weath- erless, George Webster, Past Se- nior Wardens, John W. Freeman, John N. Dorster, Past Deputy Grand Master George S. New- man. The jurisdiction has enjoyed a most prospérous year under the administration of Grand Master Malvin and such harmony pre- vails in the craft that a successful year is generally predicted. INVITES IMMIGRATION SOUTH. Mr. Charles Banks, a successful farmer and merchant of Clarks- dale, Miss., is im the city and came to attend the meeting of the Na- tional Republican Committee. He is one of a large number of the thrifty colored men in the Miissis- sippi delta, who owns. large prop- erties, who operates a large farm, and who in a measure is solving the problem of the race in the South. He speaks enthusiastical- ly of the progress of the colored people in the delta section and of the splendid opportunity offered to the colored men and women, who are not afraid of work on the farms and: to develop the country. The crops, he says, are first class and the alluvial lands in these bot- toms will produce a bale of cot- ton to the acre, fifty bushels of corn to the acre, and hogs and cat- tle can thrive on what they find without much attention from the master. He invites the young ed- ucated colored men and women of the North to come South. It is not generally known, that there is a great deal of wealth among the colored men in this section, and that at the advent of the‘New Year a Negro bank will be estab- lished either at Clarksdale or Mound Bayou. Mr. Banks is the Vice President of the National Negro Business League, of which Dr. Booker T. Washington is President, is the champion of the Tuskegee leader and believes that the salvation of the Negro in this country is in the South.—lWash- ington Post. Young man desires position as book- keeper. Excellent accountant; Al ref- erence. Address, mith, Box 75, Smithfield, N. C. nov.24-73 ro LODGE NEWS. Presentation of Jewels, Election and Installation of Officers. The 56th annual meeting of the Grand Lodge, F. A. A. M., of the District of Columbia was held last Monday night at its hall, Fifth St. and Virginia avenue, Southeast, for the election and installation of officers. : f The presentation of jewels and other interesting exercises took place previous to the election. Dr. W. Bruce Evans past master of the Social Lodge in behalf of the Grand Lodge - of Arkansas, presented a beautiful gavel to the Grand Master, W. H. J. Malvin, and a jewel, the heirloom of the family of. Dr. Phil. Brooks, was used at the laying of the corner stone of the magnificent Masonic Temple that is being erected at Pine Bluff, Ark., at a cost of $50,- ooo. The Grand Secretary W. H. = ; : ‘ ee Po oe Pe . LZZAYWNF SS ay QE ELEERE _,« IZA > | ge 7 I Ags Oe Zz=m ¢ DR. JOHN P. TURNER, ~ Special Agent, Pension Office, Wash: ineton,. D. C. Myers, in behalf of the Masonic brethren and: friends of Arkansas presented Dr. John P. Turner, Past Master of Eureka Lodge, a very beautiful jewel, representing the Royal Arch, Knight Templar, Shriners and 33 degree, Schot- tish Rite. ‘This jewel was made in Chicago at a cost of $50. Past Master Turner has been in the jurisdiction of Arkansas for more than a year as a special examiner of the Pension office, and while there he has shown so much zeal and given such valuable service in the cause of Masonry generally, that the brethren of the craft and friends thought they would show him this token of gratitude. He is also held in very high esteem by the craft of this jurisdiction as was shown by his election as Dep- uty Grand Master, as soon as it was known that he had returned from the field and would remain here. Past Master H. J. Davis in be- half of the Grand Lodge present- ed the contest jewel to Past Mas- ter John C. Nalle, of Eureka Lodge, because that lodge thought his masterly efforts did the most effective work in the late contest. The election of officers resulted as folows: 4 WANTED. Tre Grand fountsin of the {loita f)rder of Gfrue feformers Is the leading Colored Fraternal Society of the United States. It was organized Esty, 1881, by William W. Browne, and chartered in April, 1883, under the laws of the State of Virginia, with headquarters at Richmond, Va. is member. ship 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 Cir- cles. “It pays sick benefits from $1.50 to $2.50 per week, and pays death benefits from $24.56 to $1000. BENEFITS PAlD—Total benefits paid to date: Sick dues, $r,500,000; death ben. efits, $714,378.75. SENIOR FOUNTAINS—A Fountain may be organized consisting .of 20 or mor-= Satie not over 50 years of age paying a joining fee of from $4.60 to $520 eacu. © monthly dues are not less than 35 cents in rural districts and not less than 50 gents per month in towns and cities, and a semi-annual tax of 4o 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 $1 a A Fountain may be organ- ized in ary locality on application to Rev. W. L. Taylor, G. W. Master. or to any of his authorized deputies. ROSEBUDS—F or the proper training of the yore ard their developme..t in thrift, industry and brotherly love, there has been formed a Children’s Depart- ment known as the Boschudel 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 ta twenty-five cents per week, and death benefits from $24.50 ta $37. The monthly dues are fifteen cents per month. - CLASSES—Persons paoe leave their benehclaries at death a larger amoum than is paid from Fountain epecenent, 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: RE aig eS Le Te eT TY ee a, oe ea dues are fifteen cents per month. - CLASSES—Persons paoe leave their benehclaries at death a larger amoum than is paid from Fountain epecenent, 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: 2 (gf. [24212 1.21 ¢ lg: leez121 tp! & (SSe/S°R| A | BA sty] © [SEE/S Rl] os | ba Sed| Bes 3 w [S28/Se8/ a] 8 B |e22)e2s| 3/2 & 022/028] 3] 2 a (28e/28e|] 4 | 8 ga |28o|28s| 2] 3 S | @saiees| & is 3 |sesieat] 6 5 S jescirsa| < |o 8 [F538 /533| 2) 6 ———_ | Ce epaiec ee erafemateae Agel4to®s 50 00 [$100 00 75 |$1 20 |/Age 14 to 25 |$5 00 $500 00 $250 08 50, $2 54 * 25 to 80 | 2 75 | 200 00/100 00 | 475 | 120|| * 25%030/5 25 | 500 00 | 250 00/950! z 46 ** 30 to 85 | 8 00 | 200 00 | 100 00 | 475 | 1 20// * 30 to 35/ 5 BO | 500 00 | 25000 | 95e | 2 4H | s* 85 5040 | 8 25 | 200 00 | 100 00 | 5 70 | 1 48 || “ 85240] 5 75 | 500 00 | 250 00 10 40; 2 td 401045 | 8 50 | 140 00| 7000/ 579/143 || * 401045 | 6 00 | 450 00 | 225 00 10 40| 2 a « 451050 |8 75 | 115 00| 58 00 | 6 65 | 166 || “ 45 to 50 | 6 25 | 400 00 | 200 00 [11 40) 255 * 50t055|400| 7000| 4500/ 665/166} “ B8to60 %50 | 350 00 | 175 00 1140: 285 ** 55 to60 | 425 | 65 00| 883 00) 7 60/190 | | Meee ee eee ee ee Ee Sate Seebnaenes ip caseende name ny - 3 2 ae $ 3 3 las REGALIA—The members of the Foun lg pa 38 3 'g° | tains and Rosebuds of the organization 188 a $2 3 t wear no expensive regalia. The rega 3 2s aq s lia of the organization is simple and its Ze; 2 z x __|%__| cost wil! be in the easy reach of all, age 14 to 80 |$11 00 [$1000 00 [$21 96 25 costing: from Io cents to $3. The same “80 to 85 | 12 00} 1000 00 a = — is made by th: organization in what is tf 28 to 40 | 13 0) | 20000 | 2400 | 600 | kMown as the Regalia Department. 45t058/ 1300 | 70000 | 2500 | 6 25 THE SAVINGS BANK—In March, 18838, there was granted by the Legislature of : " Virginia a charter to the Savings Bank of the Grand Fountain United Order of True Reformers, capital stock $100,000. The bank commenced business April 3, eG and from that time down to the present has steadily increased in volume of business. It now has a paid up cap- ital stock of $100,000. From the humble sum of $1,268.69, deposited the first day the bank opened for business in 1889. the deposits have grown to $350,058, and the volume of business transacted amounts to $6, pike During the finan- cial panic cf 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 seript and clearing house checks. This bank had its origin in the brain of William W. Browne, an ex-slave of Ha- bersham, Ga. The banking house is located at 604 North Second Street. Rich- mond, Va., Rev. W. L. Taylor, President; R. T. Hill, Cashier. REAL ESTATE DEPARTMEWT—The Real Estate pee has charge of all the real Proper y. to the amount of $220,221.65, situated in various Siates, 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 esas by it. This de- partment is under the management of Lawyer J. C. Robertson, chief of real_es- tate and attorney for the association, office at 608 N. 2nd Street, Richmond, Vz REFORMERS MERCANTILE AND INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION—V as chartered un der the laws of the State of Virginia on the 14th day of December, 1899. with principal office in the city of Richmond, Va. The parece. of this association ir to conduct stores (wholesale and retail), buy and sell real property, manage anu control hotels, manufacturing establishments, and do covers business. The association has in operation Hotel Reformer, goo N. Sixth Street, Richmond Va, It isa modern up-to-date structure, heated by steam, cold and hot water batiis, 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 opera tion 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, 1a00. It employs a force of 18 men, runs three delivery merous, and poe the first year did ee 00 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—1cev0s a weekly journal, THE REFoRmER #hica has a circulation of 12,000. This —— is ec in che interest of the race, and dis- cusses tise leading questions of the day. 6 sul ption price is $1 per year, or 5c. per sincle <opy. The office is equipped with medern up-to-date machinery, run by electricity. Itc» Brint any‘ning from a visiting card to a poster 42 by 62 inches. Fine job work of every class ana deg :ription is made a specialty at lowest prices. Mr. E W. Brown is editor and business m«.- ager, Office 608 N. Second Street, Richmond, Va. ©orrespondence solicited and agents wantea OLD FCLKS’ HOME—tn september. 1898, Rey. William W. Brown recommended the forms ‘tion and establishment of O14 Folks’ Homes for the benefit of old and decrepid members of the zaee. Since that time the valuable farm known as Westham. consisting of 63434 ecres, locatec six miles trom Richmond, Va., on the historic “James,” has been Ss ata cost of $14,490 ‘The Chesapeake and Objo Railroad runs fhrough the tazm. and Westham Station is located «6 Wt. Adjoining this farm is Westhampton Vark, 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 tae benefit of the whole race. thr ee of sage cipro ee peer caer ones ew Tapio te SS ter Ww vi kfully received. Mr. T. W. of the ¢ ‘Old Folke"| Home. offices at 608 North Seoond Street, Richmond, Va. For further information address— : Rev. W. L. Taylor, G. W. M W. P. Burrell, G. W. S. G04-8-8 NW. Second Street. Ricbmand, Ya. AT VIRGINIA'S CAPITAL. Colored Men Successful Financiers—The Great Record of the True Reformers. Richmond, Va., Special.—In taking the census of the colored financial institutions here, it is shown that the True Reformers are in an excellent condition and the amount of business done last year shows increase over all previous years. There are 6,000 local members and 72,000 throughoout the United States. The fraaternal department has done $31,000,000 worth of business in the past year, and owns property to the amount of $45,000.00. One hundred and thirty thousand dollars were paid out last year in death claims. A latest business firm that has started operation here is the University Tea Company. The Company employes fifteen people besides two messenger boys and a lady cashier, Miss M. Alice Johnson. Mr. S. P. B. Steward is the hustling manager of the firm and it has the support of the colored people here. Dr. W. F. Graham is a pioneer insurance man among the colored race. It is true that on a very small scale ten years ago a little local work was done in the sick benefit world by one or two feeble corporations, but it was left for him in 1894 to introduce the Negro race to an industrial insurance world on a large scale, and since that time the various organizations that are succeeding so nicely along that line have in some way or other had their beginning from Dr. Graham's work and from information secured from him. The Company represented by Mr. Young of Charlotte, N. C., had its direct offspring from Dr. Graham and so the one presided over by Dr. Binga of Manchester, Va. Dr. Graham is now President of the American Beneficial Insurance Company, the most successful of its kind conduited by colored people. It not only conducts a sick benefit department but also the Industrial Staight Life Department. Starting not quite two years ago the Company now has a capital stock of $20,000.00, nearly all paid up in cash; it has issued twenty thousand policies it tmploys about two hundred young persons of our race; it handles thousands of dollars each month. The Company has branch offices throughout Virginia and Washington; D. C., and has arranged to increase its capital stock so that it may operate in all states where live large numbers of our people. The Company has on its Board of Managers some of the greatest business men in the State of Virginia; such men as A. D. Price, the popular undertaker of Rich- mond. Adolphius Humble, the Negro Capitalist, Holland Powell, pastor of the Second Baptist Church of Detriot, and a host of other strong business men. GONZAL The Great BROOKLYNITES ROYALLY ENTERTAINED. The Misses Carrie and Velma Bristol, of Brooklyn, N. Y., for the past ten days have been visiting their cousin, Miss Marion T. Scott, of 903 9th street northeast. Their visit has been one of continued pleasure, Miss Scott's friends having extended them courtesies in the form of musicales, receptions, surprises, and lunches. Their last night in the city was made very pleasant by Miss Scott giving a dance at her home. The beautiful dresses of the ladies, together with the music, dancing, and merry chat and laughter of all was a great contrast to the hail, wind, and snow outside. In spite of the unpleasant weather, there was a good number present. Both ladies and gentlemen left feeling they had spent a delightful evening—one to be remembered. The Misses Bristol had none but pleasant memories to carry away with them. Among those present were: Misses Marion T. Scott, Carrie Bristol, Velma Bristol, Susie Hamilton, Flossie Thompson, Mary Butler, Essie Burrell, Mamie B. Simmoons, Lillian Burke, Beulah E. Burke, Marie Woolfolk, Ula Goodrich, Minnie Hall, Hattie L. Collier, Julia B. Collier, Mabel G. Mason, Clotill Houston, Genevia Walker, Julia Brooks, Matile Sneede. Messrs. Charles E. Giles, W. S. Stafford, jr., O'Benj. Jefferson, F. Bernard Badger, Charles Tignor, M. D.; Herndon B. Jones, T. J. Price, of Cambridge, Mass.; H. R. Hall, Harry Holland, George Chase, Walter Walker, William English, J. E. Geary, Harry Goodrich, Alexander Rivera, Houston, Harry Brown, George Gates, Arthur Storum. There were also present Dr. and Mrs. E. D. Scott, Judge E. M. Hewlett, Mrs. Roland B. Hazard, Mr. and Mrs. Ira Cole, Mr. and Mrs. Burke, formerly of North Carolina. There was a card party given by Mr. and Mrs. J. N. Aden, at 616 23d St., N. W., Monday evening, December 28th. Those participating were: Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. William Hall, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Jones, Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Simms, Mr. W. J. Singleton, Miss Minnie Green, Miss Estell Simms, Mr. Richard Sims. There was a prize given to the best couple, who were Mr. William Hall and Mrs. Laura Simms Aden, after which a collation was served. 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. WME. DAVIS R. 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. 1228 25th st. n. w., Washington, D. C. 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THE COLORED AMERICAN. 12 THOMAS HENRY HAYES UNDERTAKER AND EMBALMER Mail orders promptly attended to. Special Services for Shipment 172 Poplar St., Memphis, Tenn. TELEPHONE, 518 New Cumberland or 4261-A Cumberland Mr. Tom W. Allen has resigned his position in the Department of Commerce and Labor. Mr. Benjamin F. Cooper of the U. S. Mail Bag Repair Shop is visiting his sister, Mrs. Eliza McPherson, in Newport News, Va. Rev. Robert Molloy, well known in this city has been appointed on the Grand Jury for the months of January, February and March. The Armstrong Manual Training School has just issued the initial number of The Dynamotor, a monthly journal published in the interest of the school. Mr. Wm. L. Sawyer of the Treasury Department, spent Christmas Holidays most pleasantly visiting relatives and friends in North and South Carolina. He has returned to his desk much improved in health and appearance. Mr. C. D. Holcomb, a veteran member of the R. M. S. has purchased an elegant home at 1310 G Street, N. E. It consists of seven large rooms with large premises; and Mr. and Mrs. Holcomb will be glad to see their friends at any time. Mr. Fred Allen, the great New York headwaiter, who has charge of the Royal Ponciana, at Palm Beach, Fla., passed through this city this week en route to New York, where he is arranging for his last installment of his winter crew. Mr. and Mrs. D. C. Talbott, of Easton, Pa., but who are well known in this city, are all smiles. The stork visited them on Monday night, December 28th, and left a happy smiling little daughter. Mother and baby are doing well and father is very, very happy. Major John R. Lynch, Pay Master in the U. S. A., is visiting his old home in Mississippi. Mr. Lynch is out of politics, but is still a patriotic American citizen, still pays taxes in Mississippi and is interested in seeing that the Mississippi Delegation is unanimous for President Roosevelt. Mr. J. W. Cole, who held an important position in the Pension Office for many years, and who rendered Herculean services to The Colored American, until recently is now Associate Editor of The Colored Citizen, of Boston, and through whose columns his lucubrations shine. The Arctic Ice Cream Co. and Oyster House. Makers of all kinds of AMERICAN and FRENCH CREAMS and ICES. OYSTERS served in all styles Our motto, "Purity of Goods and Promptness of Service." Charges reasonable. Remember the Arctic Ice Cream Co. I. E. WILLIAMSON, Successor to J. J. Johnson, 601 New York Avenue, Washington, D. C. Phone Main 1048m. Hon. Judson W. Lyons, Register of the Treasury has just returned to the city from a tour South. He visited Atlanta and his old home in Augusta, returning by way of Savanah, Ga., and Charleston, S. C., thence to Washington. He made a number of speeches while away and renewed many old acquaintances. The Register continues to grow in popularity and in public esteem. Mrs. Fielding L. Dodson of 1304 Twenty-second Street, N. W., has with her for a month's visit Mrs. Annie M. Payne of Pittsburg, Pa. Mrs. Dodson gave a luncheon on Tuesday in Mrs. Payne's honor to which a few married lady friends were invited. A very enjoyable afternoon was spent. Mr. William Valteen, second waiter at the Royal Palm Hotel, Miami, Fla., accompanied by his secretary, Mr. F. F. Smith and a party of sixty waiters from New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Washington left the city last Wednesday morning for the South, where they will spend the winter. In the article in The Colored American last week, concerning Rev. Roland B. Hazard, of the Evangelical Christian Science Church, of Washington, D. C., his address was wrongly given, and should have been 923 Eighth Street, N. E., instead of N. W. Persons desiring to consult with Rev. Hazard, can see him any evening after 7 p. m., or he will call if desired to any part of the city. Phone East 1056 a. Rev. W. J. Howard, Pastor of Zion Baptist church, F. St., S. W., was in Charleston, S. C., this week, where he made the principle address at the Jenkin's Orphanage. The occasion was the annual celebration of this great school; and it was an event of more than local importance. Among the other disctinguished visitors there was Editor Scott, of the New York Witness, who has secured many thousands of dollars for the Orphanage, through his great journal. An attractive calendar for 1904 found its way to our office last Wednesday. It is issued by Mr. Wm. L. Pollard, attorney and counselor at law with offices at 609 F Street, N. W. Mr. Pollard is nothing, if not enterprising, and through brain, tact and force of industry has won a high place in the councils of the District Bar. He guarantees everything he advertises and those, who have dealt with him knows, that he can deliver the goods. Mr. Pollard is one of our successful young men and we doff our hat to him. Mr. Emmett J. Scott, the gifted private secretary of Dr. Booker T. Washington, was a guest of the Southern Hotel a few days this week. He met many friends while here. The main purpose of his visit was to hear his friend Smith plead the Alabama case before the Supreme Court. Mr. Scott and Mr. Smith are both Texans. Mr. I. E. Williamson has opened up a first class cafe, ice cream saloon and confectionery parlor, at 601-3 New York Ave., N. W. Mr. Williamson is an experienced caterer and guarantees the best of service. His specialty these days are the freshest and finest oysters served in any style, ice cream and cakes in every style for wedding parties, church festivals, etc. Give him a call. MAKES MEN VIGOROUS. Val ie Prescription by Which any Man uci, Make His Own Remedy to Cire Himself at_ Home Sent Free to All. Write for it. WILL MAKE A.MAN OF YOU. yor the return of that youthful feeling of manhood a-prominent Detroit ee in and savant is in possession of a re- ian “vhich he has himself uséd in his Ge —_- cy f iy Sg te Git } O° fae é , eee aie Kase ey <a 45 3 <a e Mj, : Uf) Yee rf SAA HALE a America’s Greatest Specialist. own extensive private practice with the most startling success. Though the years have passed its equal has never been found and with it thousands of weak men have brought about the cures they so much longed for. The doctor willingly sends the formula entirely free to any man who writes him for it, and they will find it a gift of lasting value. It is good for sexual weakness, lost man- hood, nervousness, weak back, emissions, varicocele, lack of force, prostatic trou- ble, night sweats, inability and ‘the many other embarrassing conditions that be- fall the sexually imperfect man.. It cre- ates an immediate social feeling, warmth and good nature, forces active blood to the muscular tissue, tones the nervous system and arouses bodily confidence. It makes the man of 6 as good as at 35, and the young man again eager for soci- ety and fit for marriage and parenthood. Satisfactory results are produced in a day's use, and a perfect cure in a few weeks, regardless of age, or the cause of your condition. , If you need such a remedy send_your name and address today to the Dr.Knapp Med. Co., 867 Hull Bldg., Detroit, Mich., and in an unmarked envelope the doctor will at once send you the receipt, as promised, explaining in detail what in- sredients to use and how to compound them so that any weak man can cure himself in his own home without . being under obligations to anyone. It costs you nothing and the sooner you write the sooner you will be cured. aN eek ced eee ‘FOSITER: i ; ; : ; ; } 1120 20th St. N W aaa : Call and get my prices before 4 ; i ; ; : you decide on your weddings, , $ banquet or dinner parties. ; «- Elegant service {of China, : $ Glass and Silverware to hire. Special prices during holi- : : days. ’Phone North 1221-Y. ‘ — : SLADIES DININC: . ‘4 : ; : ROOM, UP STAIRS: ; A PIONEER JOURNALIST. The Colored American, Washington, D. C.. of which Mr. E. E. Cooper is editor, is always brimful of news with Pointed and strong editorials on the ‘ive issues of the day. Mr. Cooper iS one of the pioneer journalists of the Tace, and is well versed in the news- Paper business all along the line.— We congratulate him in the marked Success, to which he has brought The Colored American,—Nashville Clarion. THE COLORED AMERICAN. — [_[— THE CENTURY CLUB. TEs Madam M Sets a New Year’s Pace by Help- “ ing the Working Girls Home. | soe Se AS —State Militia Notes. | ithe Mrs. J. Hart, President, assemb- bled at their home, on Cushing St, Tuesday evening, December 22, to complete arrangements for their “Opening and Anniversary Donation,” to be held at the home on January 8, 1904. This organization is doing a very commendable work and al- though numbering but 30 mem- bers they are maintaining the Working Girl’s Home with great success. An appeal to the public has been made to assist them in this worthy cause. Ives Post, G. A. R., No. 13, at its last regular meeting elected the following officers for the ensuitig year: Commander—James K. Polk, ( re-elected’) ;> S. V. Commander —Charles A. Jackson; J. V. Commander—Joseph R. Parker; Quartermaster—John H. Francis ; Surgeon—Johhn H. Lemmon; Chaplain—Archibald M. Smith; Officer of the Day—-William Field ; Officer of the Guard—An- drew Rhodes; Representative— Charles A. Jackson; Alternate— Jacob Clarke. Miss Mabel Upshaw, daughter of Mrs. Upshaw, died at the home of her mother, No. 147 Dodge St., Tuesday, December 22., aged 26 years. Miss Upshaw was one of the most active ye’ ~g members of the Peoples 4 A. E. Zion church.. Funerai services were held at said church, Thursday December 24. She leaves besides a mother, two sisters and one bro- ther. Mrs..Fidelia Lowe, wife of the iate David G. Lowe, departed this life on Friday, eDcember 25, af- ter a short illness of pneumonia. Her funeral was solemized at her late home, 75 Winter St., Mon- day, December 28. She is sur- vived by one daughter, Mrs. Chas. Bliss. The pupils of Miss Grace E. ‘Johnson, teacher of the piano forte, gathered at her residence, 1o Mallett St., Christmas and spent an enjoyable afternoon, in- lu'ging in games and a musical entertainment, after which a colla- tion was served. Miss Johnson was the recipient of an Xmas gift from each pupil. The Imperial Mandoline and Guitar Club have circulars out an- nouncing its first concert to be given at the Y. M. C. A. Hall, Thursday, January 21. The club is composed of the following: John Birch and George A. Nelson, mandolies; Geo. W. Robinson and James S, Tuckson, Guitars. 2a Madam McNairdee Moore! ee hE The gifted Clairvoyant, the great female wonder, born with the double ‘(eaul) veil, she is one of the old an- cient Southern Clairvoyants of New Orleans. She’s a s.ving Phrenologist and Physiogomist. She tells plainly what you are best adapted for in life ‘by reading your brains and mind. ‘With a grasp of her hand she gives you a code of influence to enable you to overcome all bad luck. She has made thousands of homes happy. Read the fifth chapter ix verse of St. Matt: “Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called the children of God.” She reunites the separated, makes peace where there is confusion. Your husband or wife will never become angry or your sweetheart forsake you. But will love you better and marry you sooner if you will only heed this lady‘s consultation. Read what sever- al ladies of your city say, “Yes, we believe you a Godsend to our city: my husband and I had been separated over a year and just think since I jealled on this lady, he returned to- ‘day, we are together and happy.” This young lady, says: “The one loved refused to call or write me; I called on this lady and we are now engaged.” You can’t afford to miss consulting this gifted lady; she is gifted to read characters. She challenges the world to excell her advice on love, losses, business, family and financial troubles. Re-unites the separated, causes speedy marriage with the one of your choice. No cards allowed in her place of business; no one’s ill wishes filled; strictly a Christian lady and depends entirely on her heavenly gift. If you are painful or ailing, think you have been witchcrafted go to see her. She spent eight years in the Jungles of Africa and has traveled through 34 States doing good wherever she went. Read St. John, 9th chap. 33d ver: “If this man is not of God he could do nothing.” WHY DON’T YOU PATRONIZE THE Capital Shoe Store We are prepared to show you a bet-_ ter assortment of Shoes than here- tofore. Our High-Grade Shoes for Men, Women, and, Children are priced for quick selling. Come and profit by our....--..+---+-+-- * Special Sales Every Friday. * eS 723 Seventh Street, N. W- Molino, Fia., Nov. 14, 1902, Madame:—You are the proper ‘per- son in the proper place. AM that you say is true and all you do is good. May God bless you. F. J. Guntersville, Ala., Oct., 26, 1902. I tried Mme. McNardee and find that she is well up to 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. WRITE HER AT ONCE FOR ALL There is no doubt of this lady’s pro- phetic power. She is a living phrenol- ogist, palmist, and a natural born clair- voyant to which thousands will testify. She is a God send to our country— born with a gift that no one can dic- tate. Tell you every incident of your past and present life and put you on the road of success both financially and physically if you will only heed her instructions. I called on her when the one I loved had gone I knew not where and he returned at once, and te- jay I am his dear wife. A Lapy of Rossland. B. Cc. Dear Sisters and Brothers—Call on her when you can, she will be pleased to meet you and will whenever you wish to. She devotes her entire time for the welfare of the people believing God will reward her. She will make your very soul glad to hear her talk of heaven for she writes such soul searching letters, tells you how to make home happy. Please always en- close stamp for answer. N. B.—Send lock of hair accompan- ied by one dollar ($1.00) and receive full life reading. Clip this ad. 1527 English Avenue, INDIANAPOLIS, IND., MADAME McNAIRDE-MOORE. | HORNER & HARLAN Attorneys at Law , Real Estate Brokers Webster Law Bidg. SO5D St. WLW. A number of desirable houses for sale on terms to suit. Money loaned in any amount. . Telephone East 515Y. ete 13 Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic has stood the test 25 years. Average Annual Sales over One and a Half Million bottles. Does this record of merit appeal to you? No Cure, No Pay. 50c. Enclosed with every bottle is a Ten Cent, package of Grove's Black Root, Liver Pills. 14 The ideal race newspaper, and published at the Capital of the Nation, is THE COLORED AMERICAN. It is clean, newsy, and ably and fearlessly edited. It is the organ of no clique or faction, but a fearless champion of the colored people everywhere. Its columns teem with news of the day, reflecting the best sentiments as well as the doings and achievements of the race everywhere. Read what the Negro press says: THE COLORED AMERICAN is already a great newspaper, printing forty-eight columns each issue. It aims to print seventy-two columns. May its friends aid it to its realization.—The Wilmington Record. Mr. Edward Cooper, manager of THE COLORED AMERICAN, Washington, D. C., is unquestionably the ablest all-round newspaper manager of our race, if results are to settle the question.—The New South. THE COLORED AMERICAN .s, without question, the greatest newspaper published by colored men; every colored editor should take off his hat to Mr. Cooper.—The Leavenworth Herald. THE COLORED AMERICAN, of Washington, D. C., comes every week, brim full and running over with good things; Brother Cooper is one of the best newspaper men of the country.—The Huntsville Journal. THE COLORED AMERICAN, in a short space of three years, has gone to the front at the Nation's Capital. Its manager, E. E. Cooper, holds a unique position in colored journalism, being the pioneer of illustrated journalism. -Ex. Editor Cooper, of THE COLORED AMERICAN, has so many good things for his readers that he seriously contemplates making his a twelve-page, instead of an eight-page paper. This shows that THE COLORED AMERICAN is not only holding its own, but is doing more. The Star of Zion. THE COLORED AMERICAN, of Washington, D. C., will shortly issue a twelve-page paper weekly—seventy-two columns of reading matter. Under the able management of Editor Cooper it has forged ahead till it earned the name of "Monarch of the Weeklies." The Western Outlook. THE COLORED AMERICAN, a local hebdomadal, published in the interest of the colored people, came out in a new dress and with a beautiful heading Saturday. It is one of the best newspapers in the country edited by colored men; has a good circulation, and carries a large line of live advertising.—The Washington Post. THE COLORED AMERICAN is without doubt one of the ablest journals published by Afro-Americans. It is a Republican paper, very free in its expressions, which makes it more popular even among those who deny the "equality of man." This paper is published at Washington, where the doings of the lawmakers of the great Republic may be had pure and fresh, and submitted to the people for their disposal. The Rock Hill Messenger. THECOLORED AMERICAN AT METROPOLITAN A. M. E. CHURCH. Dr. Scott's Christmas sermon was a most able one. The beauty of thought, the clear, forcible portrayal of the birth of Christ, brought those scenes home to all and made a lasting impression. Sunday was indeed a day of sacred, literary feasting. The funeral of Mrs. Tilghman, one of the first members, became doubly impressive when we remember she was one of the band of women who in 1859 presented to the church the communion service, and just two days before her death she was one of the first to take communion from another individual service presented now as then by the Women's Day. The Woman's Day exercises were above the average. Mrs. Beckett's paper was excellent. Misses Joiner and Bowen were at their best. Miss Smith recited "The Christ Child" and Miss Chaine Patterson rendered a solo. These meetings held the fourth Sunday in each month, at 4 o'clock, should be largely attended, as they're beneficial to every one. Mrs. A. J. Cooper, Principle of the High School, will speak on the fourth Sunday in January and it is hoped many will come to be entertained. Dr. Grimke's address to parents and young men should be heard by our people everywhere. It is an able address. At the close of the address Mrs. Smoot sang very efficiently, "Where is My Wondering Boy To-night." The two meetings Sunday, January 3, at 3 and 8 p. m., will be but a continuance of Dr. Grimke's idea to know our boys and girls. It is the hope of the Missionary Society that each church will respond with its delegates and will show that for once the colored people without regard for creed can come together and intelligently map out a line of missionary work to be conducted during the year with the hope of bettering the condition of our people in the District. Communion Sunday 11 a.m., served by the jastor, Dr. Scott. OUTSTRIPS ALL. The Colored American of Washington, D. C., Ed. Cooper, proprietor, still outstrips all of his competitors with 64 columns of original reading matter and good, live advertiseing makes The Colored American the national journal of the colored people of the country. We admire push, energy and good common sense and wish him success. Illinois Idea. YOUR HAIR MADE T It will cost you nothing to Hair Preparation, so send JOHNSON'S HAIR YOUR HAIR MADE TO GROW FREE! It will cost you nothing to test this wonderful Hair Preparation, so send for a FREE box of JOHNSON'S HAIR FOOD to-day. MARIE It is also an agreeable dressing for the hair have great confidence in our Hair Food and it is the best hair preparation on the market a full size box absolutely FREE. In order to get a free box, cut out this with your name and address and 10 cents etc., and we will send you a free box at our Good Agents Wanted. Address JOHNSON MFG. CO., 699 W THE GREATEST H It is also an agreeable dressing for the hair, it being highly perfumed. We have great confidence in our Hair Food and in order to prove to you that it is the best hair preparation on the market, we are willing to let you test a full size box absolutely FREE. In order to get a free box, cut out this advertisement and send it to us with your name and address and 10 cents to help pay postage, packing, etc., and we will send you a free box at once. Address JOHNSON MFG. CO., 699 Washington St., Boston, Mass. NELSON'S St NELSON'S STRAIGHTINE FOR HAIR KNOTTY KINNEY / LURKEY HAIR STRAIGHTENING SAMSUNG STORE BEST FOR THE HAIR It is n THE NELSON'S STRAIGHTINE is unlike any other market. It contains chemicals, and is therefore absolutely HARMLESS and roots of the Hair, removes dandruff and nourishing and stimulating the roots of the Hair long and luxurious, at the same time stopping falling out. STRAIGHTINE keeps the Hair soft in any style. Delightfully perfumed. NELSON'S STRAIGHTINE is sold by druggists CENTS A CAN. If you cannot get it from your US 30 CENTS, in stamps, silver or Money Order (one month's treatment) by mail, securely FREE BRUSH OFFER. Address: AGENTS WANTED Write for Terms and Particulars NELSON NELSON'S STRAIGHTINE is unlike any of the other Hair preparations on the market. It contains no powerful or dangerous chemicals, and is therefore absolutely HARMLESS. It works directly upon the scalp and roots of the Hair, removes dandruff and other diseases of the scalp and skin, nourishing and stimulating the roots of the Hair, thereby causing it to grow rich, long and luxurious, at the same time stopping it from splitting, breaking off or falling out. STRAIGHTINE keeps the Hair soft and pliable, making it easy to do up in any style. Delightfully perfumed. NELSON'S STRAIGHTINE is sold by druggists and agents everywhere. PRICE. 25 CENTS A CAN. If you cannot get it from your druggist or one of our agents, SEND US 30 CENTS, in stamps, silver or Money Order, and we will send you one large can (one month's treatment) by mail, securely wrapped, together with our great FREE BRUSH OFFER. Address: Jos. A. Williamson, BOOK, JOB AND COMMERCIAL PRINTER Mail orders receive prompt attention. 505 E Street NW., Washington, D. C. Is Tasteless Chill s. Average Annual Sales over of merit appeal to you? No bottle is a Ten Cent. package of Grove's Plac WE do not claim that our Hair Food will straighten the hair, for any preparation that is made up so powerful to do that will be injurious to the scalp and will cause the hair to fall out instead of benefitting it. We do CLAIM and GUARANTEE that it will make the hair grow long, soft and glossy; stop it from falling out and will prevent and cure Dandruff, Itch, Tetter, Scurf and Eczema. using for the hair, it being highly perfumed. We wear Hair Food and in order to prove to you that you on the market, we are willing to let you test FREE. box, cut out this advertisement and send it to us us and 10 cents to help pay postage, packing, a free box at once. Wanted. Large Commission. . CO., 699 Washington St., Boston, Mass. GREATEST HAIR DRESSING Straightine Makes NELSON'S STRAIGHTINE FOR HAIR KINKY, KINKY / CURLY HAIR STRAIGHT / LIGHTNESS Kinky, Curly Hair Straight THE MOST WONDERFUL HAIR GROWER is unlike any of the other Hair preparations on the market. It contains no powerful or dangerous absolutely HARMLESS. It works directly upon the scalp is dandruff and other diseases of the scalp and skin, the roots of the Hair, thereby causing it to grow rich, same time stopping it from splitting, breaking off or losing the Hair soft and pliable, making it easy to do up perfumed. Gold by druggists and agents everywhere. PRICE. 25 get it from your druggist or one of our agents, SEND or Money Order, and we will send you one large can email, securely wrapped, together with our great NELSON M'F'G CO., Richmond, Va. Chill Tonic Sales over One and a Half Million u? No Cure, No Pay. 50c. of Grove's Black Root, Liver Pills. It is not only the BEST DRESSING made for the Hair, but Subscribe for the Colored American THE COLORED AMERICAN Straightens Kinky OZONO TRADE MAIN KING OF ALL HAIR BEFORE. 50¢ BE WARN In order to protect the public from the numerous quack nostrums now on hair to grow long, and which are simply put up by a lot of quacks, charlatans sole idea to get your hard-earned cash and give you nothing in return for greases, which injure the hair and cause it to fall out, we have placed of the United States of America, on every box of OZONO, King of all Hair-Grists of two heads, as shown in this advertisement—one head showing short, coarse preparation showing the heads with the hair done up in a coil, or showing feathers, is not OZONO. Seeing our marked success with the true hair-straightens are now widely advertising spurious compounds, and trading on the reputation by these flaring advertisements, which are all promises. Buy the genuine and hundred and fifty thousand colored people bought OZONO in the last twelve years all over Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America, also in Cuba and the West, because it is a true Hair Tonic, that straightens without any outside assistance only straightens the hair, but produces a long, silky, beautiful, luxurious growth than foolish, when you can increase its beauty by a few applications of OZONO live in, no matter where you may live. The price of OZONO is 50¢. a box, so complete treatment. In order to introduce this great Hair Tonic, we will send aggregation: Four boxes of OZONO; one bottle of ELECTRICAL SKIN REPAIR skin, making it several shades lighter, worth 50¢.; also one bottle of ELECTRICAL such as Pimples, Tan, Acne, Itch, Eczema, and Boils. It also removes Wrinkles include a one-pint package of ANTI-ODOR, which removes all smells and odors, pits, &c.; also one bar of our PURITY SCALP SOAP, made expressly for the introduction of honest goods. Cut out this coupon and mail to us, with $1.00, and money. If you send $3.00, we will send you four lots; if you send $2.00, we wish to take advantage of this lot, let them pin their name to this coupon, is read by some one who does not own this newspaper, they can get the goods the paper in which they saw our advertisement. Parties who desire one of our straightening process, can obtain same by sending 50¢. extra. Remember ens Kinky, OZON TRADE MARK KING OF ALL HAIR TONES 50£ BE WARNED the numerous quack nostrums now on the market simply put up by a lot of quacks, charlatans, and cash and give you nothing in return for your kind cause it to fall out, we have placed our trust in every box of OZONO, King of all Hair-Growers and advertisement—one head showing short, curly hair, the hair done up in a coil, or showing features diffused success with the true hair-straightener, OZONO compounds, and trading on the reputation that we are all promises. Buy the genuine and only one apple bought OZONO in the last twelve months. North America, also in Cuba and the West Indies, tightens without any outside assistance. No heath is a long, silky, beautiful, luxurious growth of beauty by a few applications of OZONO. We feel. The price of OZONO is 50c. a box, sent to and produce this great Hair Tonic, we will send to you one bottle of ELECTRICAL SKIN REFINER, worth 50c.; also one bottle of ELECTRICAL SKIN MA, and Boils. It also removes Wrinkles, and NODOR, which removes all smells and odors arising from its coupon and mail to us, with $1.00, and we will send you four lots; if you send $2.00, we will send them pin their name to this coupon, and this newspaper, they can get the goods by simple advertisement. Parties who desire one of our MAGAZINES by sending 50c. extra. Remember, OZONO Straightens Kinky, Curly Hair OZONO TRADE MARK KING OF ALL HAIR TONICS. BEFORE. 50£ AFTER. BE WARNED IN order to protect the public from the numerous quack nostrums now on the market, which claim to straighten and cause the hair to grow long, and which are simply put up by a lot of quacks, charlatans, and fakirs, who have no chemical skill, with the sole idea to get your hard-earned cash and give you nothing in return for your money but a dirty, sticky mass of worthless greases, which injure the hair and cause it to fall out, we have placed our trade-mark, granted to us by the Government of the United States of America, on every box of OZONO, King of all Hair-Growers and Hair-Straighteners. This trade-mark consists of two heads, as shown in this advertisement—one head showing short, curly hair, the other showing long, flowing hair. Any preparation showing the heads with the hair done up in a coil, or showing features different from the faces shown in this advertisement, is not OZONO. Seeing our marked success with the true hair-straightener, OZONO, King of all Hair-Growers, numerous firms are now widely advertising spurious compounds, and trading on the reputation that we have made for OZONO. Do not be fooled by these flaring advertisements, which are all promises. Buy the genuine and only original King of all Hair Tonics, OZONO. Two hundred and fifty thousand colored people bought OZONO in the last twelve months. OZONO is sold in every State in the Union, all over Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America, also in Cuba and the West Indies. Its fame has travelled around the world, because it is a true Hair Tonic, that straightens without any outside assistance. No hot irons are used; nothing but OZONO. It not only straightens the hair, but produces a long, silky, beautiful, luxurious growth of soft, fine hair. To neglect your hair is more than foolish, when you can increase its beauty by a few applications of OZONO. We can send OZONO to any place that you may live in, no matter where you may live. The price of OZONO is 50c. a box, sent to any point on receipt of price. Four boxes is a complete treatment. In order to introduce this great Hair Tonic, we will send to you, on receipt of only $1.00, the following grand aggregation: Four boxes of OZONO; one bottle of ELECTRICAL SKIN REFINER, which softens rough skin and brightens black skin, making it several shades lighter, worth 50c.; also one bottle of ELECTRICAL SKIN FOOD, Nature's cure for all skin diseases, such as Pimples, Tan, Acne, Itch, Eczema, and Boils. It also removes Wrinkles, and makes the skin soft and pliant. We will also include a one-pint package of ANTI-ODOR, which removes all smells and odors arising from the human body, such as feet, arm-pits, &c.; also one bar of our PURITY SCALP SOAP, made expressly for the human scalp. This grand aggregation offer is made to introduce honest goods. Cut out this coupon and mail to us, with $1.00, and we will send the goods the same day we receive the money. If you send $3.00, we will send you four lots; if you send $2.00, we will send you three lots. If you have a friend who wishes to take advantage of this lot, let them pin their name to this coupon, and the goods will be sent promptly. If this offer is read by some one who does not own this newspaper, they can get the goods by simply sending $1.00 and mentioning the name of the paper in which they saw our advertisement. Parties who desire one of our MAGNETIC COMBS, which aids materially in the straightening process, can obtain same by sending 50c. extra. Remember, OZONO is guaranteed to straighten the hair—to BOSTON CHEMICAL CO., 310 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. Enclosed find $1.00, for which please send me the following goods, as by your offer: Four large boxes of Ozono, worth.....$2 00 One large bottle of Electrical Skin Refiner.....50 One large bottle of Electrical Skin Food.....50 One large pint package Anti-Odor, worth.....25 One large package Purity Scalp Soap, worth.....25 Total.....$3.50 Name_____ House No.___ Street. Post-Office_____ Nearest Express Office_____ County_____ State_____ ```markdown ``` attention! Here is an make a little and brighter getic person You only ha to the busin it, or advert --- Here is an opportunity for students and persons who have spare time to make a little money for themselves. The Colored American is the newsiest and brightest race journal published, and it is an easy matter for an energetic person to secure subscriptions for it, and to secure advertising for it. You only have to show a copy of it to your friends and neighbors and to the business men of your acquaintance and they will readily subscribe for it, or advertise in it. The work is light and pleasant, and as a good commission is offered an energetic person can make a few dollars every day without much effort. Send at once for sample copies and full instructions. Address The Colored American, 459 C street, N. W., Washington, D. C. --- --- OZONO is guaranteed to straighten the hair—to make it grow long, soft, and glossy; also to cure all itching, burning, humiliating scalp diseases. To make the hair grow out again on bald spots, especially around the temples, there is no Hair Tonic on earth one-half so good. The Boston Chemical Company holds a charter granted by the State of Virginia. We also refer to the Metropolitan Bank of Richmond, Va., and to the Southern Express Company. Register your letters; it protects you. Address your letters plainly to— BOSTON CHEMICAL COMPANY, 310 East Broad Street, RICHMOND, VA. 16 FINANCIAL EEE DO YOU NERD sxssistance ssistance ? If so, come to us. We are always ready to loan you any amount you may need. You can repay it in small monthly payments to suit your conve nience. We make loans on Furniture, Pi- anos, &c., without removal or any pub- leity in any way. All business is pri- vate. WASHINGTON MORTGAGE LOAN COMPANY, 610—¥ Street—610. Some Men Pay $10,000 For an expert to manage their ad- vertising. There are others who pay $5.00 for an annual subscription to printer’s ink and learn what all ad- vertisers are thinking about. But even these are not the extremes reach- ed. There are men who lose over $100,000 a year by doing neither one. For sample copy send 10c to Printer’s Ink, No, 10 Spruce Street, New York City. E HAVE A BAR’L of money to lend on furniture. pianos, &c. No delay. Goods are not disturbed. You return the money in small payments. 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A Valentine concert 2nd reception is announced by the Amphions for Feb. 15. 7 The Crispus Attucks Relief Associa- tion has engaged two orchestras for their affair of January 15. Mr. Richard White, of 2120 K St., N. W., is suffering with neuralgia of the face, but will be out soon according to the doctor’s report. Mr. Paris Archer, of New York, the well known race track man, was in the city a few days last week, the guest of Messrs. Gray and Costley. Si ge eee Coal and Wood | canal anaN : Delivered Promptly streets, N. W. ; " ParCoel .. fs! Bite ias s~. - per ton; $5.00 : Peeaces. .. <2. 3a. so a “G6 60 9 ge, (White Ash 2s. i. Sk.2 a. A? “FE 65 : Bmove, Witte ‘Ash: ...is.:. 0: ide 2 JS o.gy 3 Spenokin -%,.....cEOSSR.. “2% 700 9 Ash, Oak and Hickory wood in any size and quan- 3 : tity delivered promptly 7 : 7 : ’Phone Lewis Jefferson & Co:, | 2 i Cor. N. J, Ave. and First, S. 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They are pleasantly located at 1706 Tenth St., N. w. $e CHIEFS and AGENTS WANTED! ee ee 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 7th St., northwest, Washington, D, C. *Phone E. 322. Mr. E. L. Bailey, the popular ‘res- taurantur, of New Jersey Ave., N. W., had a bicycle accident last Sunday. His “lamps” were not exactly closed but they together with his face gave him theappearance of having gone through a flint mill. Mr. Bailey was up and about at last reports. sui 18 in m. amp o Too of. u, big in keep then. ears too close They hear sounds whi startle the weaker side ternature and unsettle tions of public duty and private policy And then we are presented with the unconvincing spectacle of a richly endowed man juggling with the onward flow of human progress and bowing obsequiously to the mandates of those behests that have ever destroyed the social impulse of historic government. I pray for the nomination and election of Theodore Roosevelt because his ideas of Americanism represents the proudest glory and the bravest achievements of this grand Republic of ours. That he deemed it worth his while to set at naught the sentiment of color prejudice in his appointment of men to public office and his selection of a guest to sit at his private table without regard to creed or breed, is not of overshadowing moment with me. I know it to be a matter of absolute truth that the self-respecting Negro is not bothered about social contact with people simply because they are white. There are men and women, white and black, with whom it would be an honor for any other man or woman, white or black, to meet in social contact. I think President Roosevelt one of the men we have in mind in this connection. But this is not the nut to be cracked. He insists that he is the president of the entire people, north, east, south and west, without regard to their religious, social or race relation. Surely if we would have the Republic live, if we would have safeguarded to the loyal and law-abiding elements of our common citizenship the invaluable right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, no American can afford to withhold a hearty commendation and grateful appreciation of the character and disinterestedness of this splendid product of the genius of American life. It is for his sturdy manifestation of the Simon pure American spirit that I desire Theodore Roosevelt shall succeed himself as President of the United States. His attitude on questions of general and far-reaching moment does not imply to me that he has any desire to promote social equality between black and white people of the country. For this I do not care one snap of a finger. All that I am interested in is, that in so far as we evince the capability to grasp the meaning and utilize the true and inward spirit of American thought, life and government, that we be given the equal opportunity guaranteed by the Constitution and the motive spirit of American fair play. Because he represents this idea Theodore Roosevelt should succeed himself. Social equality be hanged. And yet I am not unmindful of the fact that there is a formidable array of facts that the Negro, in this connection, must give due consideration. contemptible issue of "social equality" based on the "color line," and we woke one morning not so very long since, to find Maryland safely enforced in the Democratic household. I do not contend that this character of campaign could be carried to the point of successful accomplishment in the national campaign of this year. I do not believe it possible. Its naked possibility, though, gives one the shivers. The thoughtful, capable Negro must be very much in evidence in this year's campaign," is the talk which is on the tongue of a majority of the colored orator will, as a matter of is force and point to this declaration. The somewhat picturesque figure and charming manner of the "average" colored voter will, asf a matter o course, be seen and felt during the stress and by-play of the canvass. But if this same fellow should be equipped with as much tact as eloquence, as much common sense as vocabulary, as true a knowledge of the issue involved as he has consciousness of his right to hold office, feel assured that much will be done to give the "average" American a clearer conception of the utter shallowness of the "social equality" and Nergodomination" contention. I am not at odds with the colored orator, because I regard him a blessing in more directions than one. My argument is that he must enter the campaign with a full appreciation of the things that will be exacted of him. What I like most about President Roosevelt's attitude upon the questions of availability and opportunity is his insistence that fitness shall be the test to determine the quality of the best citizenship of the Republic. This matter of fitness involves intelligence, a deep sense of public duty and a lofty regard for the letter and the spirit of the national institution. In my opinion we should make a general disclaimer of interest in this social equality matter, first, because we do not seek it; secondly, because, in the main, it is a delusion and a snare, and as things go in a general way is not worth the having. There will be no better time to tell the American people this truth, and at the same time apprise them of the fact that it would be a very foolish thing to deprive the country of the splendid temper and service of Theodore Roosevelt as president because Senator Gorman says we do seek social equality—than during the progress of the impending campaign. This can not be regarded as the "sour grape" proposition because the matter of surreptious social contact between the races has never been brought into question by the United States Senator with the African cast of face. We would deny ourselves of the "contact" altogether if the administration of laws, in Mary- ERICAN instance, would admit of it. will not. Not long since two egroes were each fined twenty-ars and costs by a Chicago because they had beaten men who had insulted their sis-a public thoroughfare. Here early a case of non-desire to the social equality between the and the colored men in question omptly punished for upholding a principle of the social econof Senator Gorman and thoseieve with him. Was ever one more armly held "between the devil and the deep, blue sea," than our brothers in black? But enough of this. Our work at this time is the election of Theodore Roosevelt as President of the United States because he has proven his fitness to hold that exalted office, and possesses the stamina, the courage, and the soul of true Americanism. Social equality be hanged. "THE JUDGE." THE NEGRO'S RICHEST HERITAGE. The company for the extraction of sugar from corn stalks has never been able to pay any dividends, but one for getting sunshine out of humble life under pressure has never defaulted since the American Negro took charge of the works. It is wonderful what an epicure he becomes with cabbage and corn-bread on the table; what a Beau Brummel he is in brogans; what a connoisseur he is over wood-cuts in cheap newspapers pasted on the cabin walls; what a virtuoso banjo makes him; what a critic his impersonations of his own shortcomings and discomfitures show him to be. No Negro will ever be found in the Inferno because of hypochondria. Those who would interpret his buoyancy as an evidence of shallow-mindedness or deficient sensitiveness, read but poorly. It is not because the Negro does not feel keenly, but because he has enough of hope to rise above and out of the dumps. He simply outlaughs his tears. In these two leading traits—cheerfulness and buoyancy—we find the key to the Negro's persistence in growth, numerically and dynamically; as well as his refusal to look upon himself as doomed. His good cheer gives him faith, and his faith gives him good cheer.—H. T. Kealing, in the "Southern Workman." ORANGE BLOSSOMS. Miss Ruby Ernstine Foster, of Gainesville, Tex.. was married to Rev. J. W. McKinney, Tuesday, December 29th, at 9 o'clock a. m. Miss Foster was a well-wnown society ladv, while Rev. J. W. McKinney is one of the best known young divines in the Southwest. The Amphion Glee Club made the usual round of calls on New Years Day to the delight of their friends. 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Sold by drugstore dealers or send us 50 cents for one bottle or $1.40 for three bottles. We pay all express charges. Send postal or express money order. Please mention name of this paper when ordering. Write your name and address plainly to OZONIZED OX MARROW CO., 76 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Illinois. THE TWENTY-FIFTH MILESTONE. Twenty-Five Years of Faithful Service Comemorated in a Befitting Manner. A most unique social function took place at the residence of Mr. C. C. Glover, President of the Riggs National Bank, 1703 K St., N. W., last Friday, January 1st. The occasion was the celebration of the twenty-fifth anniversary of the services of Mr. Wm. A. Diuguid. Twenty-five years ago, Jan. 1st, 1904 Mr. Wm. A. Diuguid took service with Mr. C. C. Glover, then a promising young banker in this city. They became friends, not only as servant and master, but personal friends. Mr. Glover was a young man in the banking business and Mr. Diuguid was his Fidus Achates. During this interval of twenty-five years, Mr. Glover through his tact and great financial ability has become one of the few successful bankers in the United States, and J. MR. WM. A. DIUGUID. in fact one of the most successful and most respected in Washington, D. C. His good friend, Mr. Wm. A. Diuguid through his own good sense and honesty has kept in touch and in the close confidence of his friend, the banker. They have enjoyed their successes together, and it must be said to the credit of Mr. Glover that he has made his man "William," his friend and confidant through all these years. Mr. Glover has been master and president of the Riggs National Bank, while Mr. Diuguid, (William), has been master of the house and premises. The most cordial and tender relations exist between President Glover and his wife and one daughter and son, and William. When it comes to the management of the affairs of the house, of the receptions, of the dinners and of everything as to that matter, even to the employment of all the help, etc., that matter has been left entirely to William. It is not surprising then that at the twenty-fifth anniversary of the services of Mr. Diuguid to Mr. Glover, that the great bank president, should not say to his faithful friend, (William,) in- THE COLORED AMERICAN vite all of your friends to my house, give them such a reception as you have given to my friends, do not spare anything in the way of expense and chage it all to me. Mrs. Glover, myself and the young folks will not be at home on the evening of January first, and we turn the entire house over to you and to your friends. I give you carte blanche to serve them as you serve my friends and let me pay the expenses. Be sure and have plenty of everything and the best of everything." No higher compliment could be paid to Mr. Diuguid for his twenty-five years of active service with Banker Glover, than theabove remarks. During all of these years Mr. Diuguid has had to say and to do with everything that concerned the expenses and the management of the home of this very wealthy Southern banker. Everything has been left to his judgment, the great receptions that have been given there for many years, including the Judges of the Supreme Court, the members of the Cabinet and the people of National and Inter-national reputations, who have shone in the highest social circles have been entertained at the home of this financial leader and social prince. Wm. A. Diuguid has been equal to all and to every emergency and has given such satisfaction that in the twenty-five years of services the relation between the banker and the man have not been strained. It is one of the problems of the politic social ethics. The writer doesn't know whether to give the credit of this condition to Mr. Glover or to Mr. Diuguid. This conclusion, however, must be drawn that the man, who does his ordinary work in an extraordinary way, who does it faithfully and honestly will get the respect and confidence of those whom he serves. Not only that but he makes and makes well for his race. Wm. A. Diuguid has dignified his position. He has done so by doing a common thing in an uncommon way, keeping uppermost and first in his mind to serve those, whom he has been appointed to serve in the most satisfactory way. He is a man whom Dr. Booker T. Washington would be glad to meet and know for the reason that he is a high apostle of thedoctrines and teachings of the sage of Tuskegee, who contends that a man can dignify his position, however humble. Mr. Diuguid is blessed with a charming wife, and a happy family. His wife was a Mrs. Prince, a young widow, whom he married in early manhood. It was a love match and they have lived happily together; each assisting and vieing with each other to conserve the best interests of both. Mrs. Diuguid spent quite a number of years in service with her husband, and by putting their earnings together they have saved enough to keep the wolf away from the door. They have one step daughter, and a neice and nephew, whom they are raising, and whom they are giving the benefit of the best education that can be afforded. Mr. Diuguid has been governed in his business transactions by his chief, Banker Glover, and while he can not boast of any great riches, he is the owner of quite a number of shares of the Capital Traction Company, and owns a large number of shares in District titles companies, and other safe investments. He is a liberal contributor to the churches, and to the educational movements. He is still a young man, comparatively speaking, but was too modest to give some facts, which the writer felt certain would interest the readers of The Colored American. The reception on New Year's evening was a grand affair. The whole house was thrown open to the friends of Mr. and Mrs. Diuguid. They received in the most A. MRS. WM. A. DIUGUID, up-to-date fashion, having the carriages with their guests to come to the great driveway in front of the marble palace, with footman, doorman, and bellman, to meet the guests and take their wraps and escort them to the receptionroom. The menu card was an interesting one and it included nearly everything in the gamut of good things. It might have been more elaborate, but on account of the large number of guests, nearly one hundred, the time consumed in showing them through such a commodius residence it was abbreviated. Among those present were: Rev. Dr. and Mrs. W. H. Brooks, Dr. Mitchell, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Simmons, Mr. and Mrs. Jno. Keys, Mr. and Mrs. W. Hall, Mrs. Lee, Mr. and Mrs. Parker, Dr. Albert Ridglev, Mr. M. Pollard, Mr. Fred D. McCracen, of Michigan, Mr. J. Carter, Mr. A. Brent, Mr. C. Brent, the Messrs. Willis, Mr. Ira Bryant, Mr. L. D. Phillip, Mr. and Mrs. G. T. Lee, Miss Carrie Pierre, (Continued on page 4.) 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. RECTIFIER AND WHOLESALE LIQUOR DEALER. Elegant Club Whiskey a Specialty Importer of Fine Wines, Brandles, 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 4 1-2 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. 1916 Fourteenth Street, Northwest. aa NEGRO SUFFRAGE CASE. Continued from Page 1. bama, and the judgment of the trial court was there affirmed. Whereupon writs of error were sued out to the Supreme Court of Alabama bringing the cases to the United States Su- preme Court. Mr. Smith in his argument claimed that a federal question was presented to the highest Court of Alabama for decision and that its decision was ab- solutely necessary to the determination of the causes; that the judgment ren- dered by the Supreme Court of Ala- bama could not have been rendered without deciding the federal question which the Alabama Supreme Court undertook to avoid. The effect was to deny the rights claimed by the piain- tiff under the Constitution ,of the United States and to uphold the suf- frage provisions of the Constitution of Alabama and the authority exercised under them. That the convention which adopted this Constitution was composed exclu- sively of white meu and was called for the avowed purpose of disfranchis- ing the Negroes without disfranchis- ing a single white man. «That the purpose sought to be ac- complished by the framers of the suf- frage provisions of the Constitution of Alabama was r>pugnant to the four- teenth and fifteeatl amendments to the Constitution of the United States. Mr. Smith closed as follows: “Because section 181 of the suffrage article of the Constitution of Alabama is a part of one ertire scheme to evade the fifteenth amendment to the Con- stitution of the United States, and to subject the Negroes of Alabama to a different test than that required of white citizens, and should also be de clared null and void, since it is ad- mitted that practically all the white men have been admitted to the elec- torate for life under section 180, or the temporary plan, and practically all the Negroes have been refused. “To allow section 181 to stand would be to sanction the discrimination against Negroes, and force them to submit to an educational and prop- erty qualification test not required of white men, in contravention of the fourteenth and fifteenth amendments to the Federal Constitution.” In the case of The United States vs. Reese, 92d U. S., 214, Chief Justice Waite said: “The fifteenth amendment does not eonfer the right o7 suffrage upon any one. It prevents the States of the United States from giving preferences in this particular to one citizen of the United States over another, on account of race, color or previous condition of servitude.” Fair and equal treatment as a citi- zen all that the plaintiff in error and the Negroes of Alabama are contending THE COLORED AMERICAN. It unfortunately so happened that after the Negro had been ‘nearly forty years an elector in Alabama the less thoughful of her white people were appealed to and misled by erafty and designing politicians to enact that constitution to disfranchise him, in defiance of the benign provisions of the fourteenth and fifteenth amend- ment to the Constitution of the United States and in contempt of the golden rule; so that we are now compelled by these suits te appeal, to this court, which is the exponent of the consci- ence and honor of the American people, to say whether or not fair dnd equa: treatment shall still remain the por- tion of all the citizens of the United States in Alabama under the Federa: Constitution. The argument of Counsellor Smith was given the closest attention by the learned Judges who frequently inter- rupted him with questions which were answered so clearly and concisely as to ‘eave no doubt as to thorough prepara- tion. His language was polished and vigorous, his manner dignified -and respectful and his plea on behalf of a people wronged was listened to with evident interest by the large audience present. Without indulgence in fulsome praise or flattery it may be conceded that no better presentation of the case of the disfranchised Negro could have been made than’the earnest eloquent and forceful argument offered. CHRISTMAS SOIREE. A grand private dance took place at the Conservatory of Music, corner Twelfth and R sireets, N. W., on Tues- day evening, December 29, 1903, from 8 to 12 o’clock p. m A number of ladies and gentlemen attended to give vent to their joyous feelings. The dance was conducted under the auspices of a number of gentlemen as follows: Messrs. C. Bax- ter, Major A. Brooks, J. C. Campbell, P. Cox, S. Cooper, A. Cooke, M. Chisolm, Wm. E. Lewis, W. Early, C. Eckstein, W. Fletcher, S. Frost, H. Goodrich, W. Grimshaw, H. Grant, M. Hart, J. H. Howser, H. Pierce, A. Rivera, A. Moss, Dr. A. B. Penn, L. Turner, C. Wright, and R. Vaughn. The invited guests were Miss Beddy of New York, Mr. Dancy Jr. of Exeter College, N. H., Misses Laura Wilson, Marea Lewis, Julia Collier, Mayme Midddleton and many others from Washington, New York, Philadelphia, and Baltimore. The hall was prettily decorated and together with the sty- lish and attractive dresses of the ladies made the occasion one of note and en- joyment as well. After a sufficient number of dances supper was served, which together with a few more dances, ended with a “Joyful Good- night,” and “A Happy New Year,” to all. Mr. James H. Hayes, President of the National Negro Suffrage League, has issued a call for a convention to meet in Chicago on June 20, 1904. He calls for the largest gathering of rep- resentative Negroes ever assembled in the country, and is asking the assis- tance of all of theraee journals, THE TWENTY-FIFTH MILESTONE. — (Continued from page 2.) | (vontinued from page 3.) Major and Mrs. Arthur Brooks, Miss S. C. Lewis, Mr. and Mrs. Winstom Payne, Mr. and Mrs. Hughes, Dr. W. Lofton, Mrs. Tu- plet, Miss Buller, Mr. and Miss I. W. Scott, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Scott, Mr. Pannell, Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Booker, Mr. West, Mr. and Mrs.W. Brown, Mr. and Mrs. Mason, Miss Mason, Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Brown. Mr, M. Hon- esty, Mr. B. Wade, Mr. and Mrs. William Jackson, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Gaskins, Miss Ida J. John- son, Mr. S. Douglass, Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Cooper, Mr. and Mrs. C. Laas, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Moore, Mr. and Mrs. F. H. Gaines, Mr. and Mrs. Jno. P. Green, Miss Green, Mr. and Mrs. M. Deane, Miss Deane, Mr. Jack- son, Mr. and Mrs. Selby, Mr. R. Boyd, Prof. J. T. Layton, Mr. W. H. H. Terrel, Miss Vawter, Miss Vaugh, Mrs. Vaugh, Miss L. Da- vis, - Mr. -and. Mrs. J.-H. Paynter, Mr. Eugene Brooks, Mr. Denham, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. F. Browne, Mr. S. W. Fuller, Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Cooper, Mrs. Bag- by, Miss Ruth Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. J. B. 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The public has endeavored to forcast his talk for that evening, but no authorized disclosures have been made by the speaker or anyone empowered to represent him. Lawyer Wilfrea H. Smith, of New York City, is ma.ng a fight before the Supreme court in this city this week, on the celebrated Alabama case. Many prominnt lawyers attended the court room during the trial, and Mr. Smith received many incomiums from the leading lights of thelocal bar, ' Continued from Page 1. Clouston was borne to its last resting place in Elmwood cemetery, at which place the Clouston's many years ago bought and beautified a family lot. At the grave Mrs. Julia A. Hooks led a chorus in which all who could keep away the tears joined. Miss Clouston inherited her lofty ideas from her parents and grandparents. The last day Miss Clouston was at school she asked a member of her class why a certain Miss had not entered school this year. Being told that her classmate had given up school to marry, she very positively said, "The entire class may marry if it chooses, but as for me, I mean to complete my education before giving marrying a thought." Surprise should not be shown at a young girl for having such common sense ideas when her parentage is known. Joseph Clouster, Sr., who departed this life April 20, 1903 (was born Jan. 14, 1814. He came to Memphis in 1844. Old citizens of Memphis remember him as one of the most worthy of his time. There was no man in the entire South whose whole life was more worthy to be emulated than was his. Always strving to be somebody, he was soon filling in many positions of honor from the humble but respected porter to the high and dignified position of merchant. By thrift and industry he accumulated a substantial fortune. Later we find him retired to his quiet farm where he lived in peace and happiness. He was a devoted husband, a Christian gentleman and an indulgent father. Those who knew him best admired him most. He lived respected and died honored. The widow is spending her last days at the old homestead about six miles from the city, at which place the sad accident, above related, occured. The day your correspondent called, he was forcibly impressed by the hospitality of this grand old woman whose queenly demeanor and natural accomplishments must be possessed by our women throughout the world before they can hope to secure the recognition and respect that should be given all women. The long journey to the Clouston home is exceedingly lonely to one not accustomed to making it. During the several hours it required to reach there the only thought your correspondent had was how would he be received by perhaps the wealthiest woman of the race in the South. Before reaching the home we were impressed with the quiet and contentment that were so characteristic of the entire neighborhood. The architectural work of the house, the plainness and comfort and in fact everything tells one that it was built many years ago. Everything was still as death itself, an ideal place for the student, no noise, not a sound could be heard except the barking of the dog, which brought the servant more promptly, perhaps, than the ringing of a bell. The servant politelly carried my card in. A few minutes thereafter I was presented to a woman whose warm cordiality, whose every expression and perfect language were significant evidences that the lady was none other than Mrs. Clouston. Being invited to walk in and have a seat I did so, for it is needless to say that I was tired. Mrs. Clouston is an interesting con- THE COLORED AMERICAN versationist, using language sufficiently choice to be that of a person one third her age. She keeps well informed on the natural events and can interest any one in telling of past history. She is a race woman in every sense the word means. She positively refused to be interviewed for publication until she was convinced that it would not only help The Colored American but benefit its many readers as well. After a few words of condolence for the loss of her daughter, the following conversation occurred: Correspondent: "I agree with you, Mrs. Clouston, when you say it seems so hard that you have buried your husband, your son and only daughter. As sad as this is, remember, that 'earth hath no sorrow that Heaven can not heal.'" Mrs. Clouston: "It would not seem so sad, it would not be so burdensome to me had my sweet girl died a natural death, but the sight of her standing on the porch yonder, with her arms outstretched, her body wrapped in flames, crying most piteously for "mamma" will never leave my vision. I see her now, I see her every time I come to this gallery." Saying this the heart-broken mother wept most bitterly. Recognizing the importance of changing the subject, she was shown an article in the Xmas issue of The Colored American. Seeing that she was interested in what she saw, the following conversation took place: Correspondent: "Mrs. Clouston, as you see, The Colored American is an illustrated journal. It has a circulation second to none. From what I know of Miss Clouston and judging by the high esteem in which the family is held by Memphians, I know I voice the feeling of every one when I ask you to allow us to publish not only Miss Clouston's picture, but yours as well. I am satisfied that the many readers of The Colored American in Memphis, as well as those in other cities who have not seen you for many years would be more than pleased to see your picture in the leading paper in the country." Mrs. Clouston was opposed to allowing the pictures to go in the paper and would not consent under any circumstances. She continued by saying that newspaper men had worried her no littlte for her picture, as well as the picture of her home. While she was emphatic in her refusal she was at all times extremely courteous. Being anxious to show the many readers of The Colored American the pictures of two of our greatest women, your correspondent left and returned a few days thereafter. The last visit was in every respect as pleasant as the ones previously made. When the explanation was made as to how the pictures would help the paper, and the noble life of her daughter published to the world would inspire other girls to emulate her character, she very kindly consented. After spending the evening pleasantly reviewing interesting reminiscences of her early life and looking at photographs which had been taken fifty years ago, your correspondent left fully convinced that he had been entertained by a woman who from every standpoint is worthy to be called the mother of the whole race of women. May christian men and women everywhere pray for this noble mother in this the saddest hour of her life. May her burdens grow less every day and when she shall have shown the last girl the right pathway, may her eyes be closed in sweet repose until she awakes in Heaven with the daughter she loved so well, "in the world beyond, where troubles cease to worry and the weary are at rest." BROM BONES. A NEW LEAP YEAR. The first leap year in the twentieth century was fitly celebrated Friday, January 1, 1904, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur S. Gray, 2302 6th street, N. W., whither a large company of Washington ladies made their way in response to invitations sent out by Messrs. Andrew F. Hillyer William A. Joiner, James A. Cobb, James C. Wright, William A. Baltimore, Paul H. Bray, Dr. William A. Wells, and Arthur S. Gray. Between the hours of four and seven p. m., the hours named for the reception, the scene in front of the residence was animated and brilliant. Handsome equipages and beautiful women, beautifully gowned were coming and going, while within merry maidens and mirthful men exchanged the compliments of the season to the strains of mellow music dispensed by Mr. Frank Childs. The guests were announced by Master Franklin H. Hilyer. On entering the parlors the ladies were greeted by the receiving line, one end of which rested in the front parlor, while the other rested just in front of a "Lover's Bower," cleverly constructed of honeysuckles, palms, holly and mistletoe, at the entrance to which the over-hanging legend "Now or Never," mutely warned the unmated maiden of the transient opportunity which here offered itself to the matrimonially inclined. From "The Lover's Bower" the guests were led into "The Bachelors' Retreat," where they were served with chicken salad and rolls, cocoa, taking her departure each lady was presented with a souvenir card, about the border of which were grouped caricatures of the gentlemen participating, while at the bottom of the card was the inscription, "Wishing you Leap Year Luck," just printed above a dainty calendar for the year 1904. In addition to upwards of 250 Washingtonians, there were present Mrs. Carlotta Garnes, of Kansas City, Mrs. Nettie Shelton, of Pittsburg, Miss Goines, of Flushing, N. Y., Mrs. Mollie Rodman, Mrs. M. P. Marshall, of San Francisco, Miss Edna Grrey, of Minneapolis, Miss M. E. Pride, of Va., Miss Bertha E. Hughes, of Manchester, Va., Miss Theresa Lee, of Boston, Miss Lulu Ransom, of Millersburg, Pa., Miss Estelle Parker, of Hampton Institute, Miss S. DeLoach, of St. Louis, Mrs. R. B. Williams, of Winston-Salem, N. C., Miss Anderson, of New Hampshire, and Misses Ella R. Browne, Mary E. Sorrell, M. D. Lansey, F. B. Alexander and Nettie L. Dantum, all of Baltimore, and others. Altogether "The Receivers" First Leap Year reception was a daring undertaking, skillfully planned and successfully executed. If you have a spare room that you would like to rent to desirable parties, advertise them in THE AMERICAN. If you have anything to sell, rent or exchange, put a small "ad." in this column. The results will be assured. Try it. 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 eeen 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. The Best Prescriptions for Malaria, Ague and Fever is a bottle of GROVE'S TASTELESS CHILL TONIC. It is simply iron and Quinine in a tasteless form. No cure, no pay. Price 50 cents. tf AN ADVERTISING SOLICITOR WANTED. Wanted-An active man, who understands soliciting advertising, to take a position on The Colored American. It is a good paying, permanent position for the right kind of man. Apply at this office. tf BOARDING By The Week or Month. Apply tq— MRS. M. J. BUNDY, 941 T St., N. W. SUPREME COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, Holding a Probate Court. No. 11007. Administration. This is to give notice that the subscriber, who was by the Supreme Court of the District of Columbia granted letters of Administration on the estate of Nancy Mack, deceased, has, with the approval of the Supreme Court of the District of Columbia, holding a Probate Court, appointed Thursday, the 21st day of January, 1904, at 10 o'clock a.m., as the time, and said Court room as the place, for making payment and distribution from said estate, under the Court's direction and control, when and where all creditors and persons entitled to distributive shares or a residue, are notified to attend, in person or by agent or attorney duly authorized, with their claims against the estate properly vouched. Given under my hand this 29th day of December, 1903. HAMPTON JACOBS, 1017 21st St., N. W. Attest: JOHN R. ROUZER, Deputy Register of Wills for the District of Columbia, Clerk of the Probate Court. Plummer's, 732 2d St., S. W. Chapman's, 14th and P Sts., N. W. Morcoe's 421 12th St., N. W. Leatherwood's, 1501 M St., N. W. Brinkman's, 4th and Pa. Ave., N.W. Singleton's, cor. 20th and E, N. W. Wright's cor. 14th and Pierce Place. Newsdealer, 1807 7th St., N. W. Ham Adams', cor. 9th and G Sts. N. W. 6 - RANDOM SHOTS AND CHILL The January number of McClure’s Magazine contains an article from the pen of Hon. Carl Schurz, the signifi- cance of which at this time will be re- marked by all observers of current events. The caption of the article is also suggestive—“Can the South solve the Negro Problem?” It can if it wills to do so—but will it do so along the lines suggested in Mr. Schurz’s admirable article in which he has pointed out as only a statesman of his breadth of mind and experience in public affairs is capable, the correct policy which the South should adopt in order to secure the blessings of peace and domestic tranquility within its borders? There is a suggestion in the article that the northern people people may not tamely submit to a continuance of the reprehensible and cowzrdly practices of the South to keep the Negro in his place; i. e., the place which the South believes he should occupy—that of subordination to the “superior race.” It is a mooted question whether the South can suc- ceed in permanently keeping the Ne- gro in this subordinate place, and whether the Negro himself will much longer submit to the arbitrary and revolutionary policy adopted by the Soutn to deprive him of his civic and political rights, and of equal partici- pation in the government which he is taxed to suport. Mr. Schurz ‘very clearly shows in his able and masterly article that the amendments to the constitution which are being called in- to question by southern critics are abie to withstand the most crucial analysis of the Doctrinaires, north and south, who pretend to see in them serious legal defects which affect their constitutionality. The men who draft- ed these amendments were lawyers who understood what they were doing, and if we had about two or three doz- en of the same stamp in the present Congress, the South would be brought to its senses much sooner than it will be. Of the possibility or feasibility of repealing any of these amendments, Mr. Schurz takes the only view which a@ man of ordinary intelligence could take, viz. that it is impracticable and visionary; thet the states which voted for their ratification and adoption could not be induced to reverse them- selves after all these years. There is no more danger of the repeal of these amendments now than there was the day after they became a part of the Federal Constitution. Mr. Schurz uncovers the hypocracy of the South, and exposes to view its real purpose in seeking to disfran- chise the Negro, and to make him su- bordinate to the men who tried to de- stroy the government which these same Negroes or their fathers helped to make possible and perpetual. The Negro Freeman is a bitter pill for the southern white man to swallow: sight of him causes his memory to run back to ante-bellum days when he was lord of the manor and the black man, now his equal before the law, was his vassal. To prevent this free Negro from enjoying the blessings of his blood-bought freedom the White men of the South for thirty years have resorted to every despicable THE COLORED AMERICAN. DAMOlL-DOX Stulling to murder, and the cowardly villification of the race which, when these white men were fighting to rivet the chains of slavery more tightly about them, fed their armies and protected their families, and gave them sympathy in the hour of death. The base ingratitude of the white South reveals itself in the face of this record of loyalty on the part of the black men and women, without whose willing support and aid when treason sought to wind its slimy form around the altar of liberty and to blot out the stars from the flag of freedom, would have gone down in defeat much sooner than it did, and their wives and children would have starved to death. These Negroes kept life in the bodies of vipers who, true to their in- stincts, are now ready to fasten their poisonous fangs into them and sting to death the most faithful friends they had all during that bitter war. But there is bound to be a jumping- off place somewhere, and the signs of the times indicate that the South is getting very near that place. The Ne- sro will not submit to southérn inter- pretation of law which affects his stat- us as a citizen, and the North will not permit the South to very much longer lisgrace the nation in the eyes of the sivilized world by its assinine per- formances and idiotic proncuncements as to the right of minorities when white to rule majorities when black. For more than thirty years the South ias had the center of the stage; the world has looked on and smiled while it the same time pitying and sympa- ‘hizing with a people who do not seem co have sense enough to know that they were whipped like spaniels in the war of the Rebellion, nor modesty sufficient to induce them to refrain from obtruding their queer views of zovernment on their magnanimous conquerors, to whom alone belongs the right to say how the government which these men attempted to destroy shall be administered. The silence of the North seems to have emboldened them and they would now, if they sould, repeal the XVth Amendment. But no Southern man now living will ever remember the day when this event occurs, for the simple reason that it will not occur in this century or the next. Mr. Schurz, inthe course of his argument, says: “And here is the crucial point: There will be a movement either in the direction of reducing the Negroes to a permanent condition of serfdom—the condition of a mere plantation hand, ‘alongside of the mule,’ practically without any rights of citizenship—or a movement in the direction of recognizing him as a citizen in the true sense of the term. One or the other will prevail.” The latter must prevail, and that move- ment is now taking shape and form and promises to become very formid- able within the next year. The South will wake up some fine morning and hear things, and it will then learn (Continued on page 7.) - Loh ep coh. By ek an ee ee eS Ee ea a ee ian = F > PETER GROGAN. 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The work is pleasant and agreeable, and need not take up more than a few hours each week. HERE IS OUR PLAN: RANDOM SHOTS AND CHI. (Continued from Page 6.) devotion to the Union wher its very existence hung in the balance, and every traitor in the South was grasp- ing at its throat and heaping maledic- tions and curses upon it. The South may as well make up its mind that the Negro cannot and will not perma- nently be disfranchised; that the amendments were shot into the Con- stitution to remain there as long as the nation endures; that the disfran- will eventually be knocked higher than Hamen when ne stepped on the trap, because of the boast of their framers “that they have been drawn with the expressed intention of de- frauding the Negro of his_ vote, while at the same time appearing to be in harmony with the Federal Con- stitution. In thus discovering the in- tent of this legislation the legal sharks in the South reveal the vicious and dishonest purposes of the white South in seeking to accomplish by low cunning and fraud that which they know cannot be accomplished by fair dealing and henest methods. It is no credit to the lawmakers of the South to advertise themselves as shysters, capable of descending to the con- temptible and dishonest practice of juggling with the law in order to make it accomodate itself to the preju- dices of the South, and to rob the Ne- gro of his just rights by legal ho¢us pocus. But bad laws do not long sur- vive the critical analysis of God-fear- ing jurists—of honestmen sworn to do justice between man and man. It is sufficient to know that this legislation according to the statements of those who are responsible for it, has been enacted into law with fraudulent and dishonest intentions; this fact ought not to be difficult to establish. For more than a year the South, through its spokesmen who have been inter- ested in this matter, has let it be known that its disfranchisement laws would be so carefully drawn that they would not conflict with the Federal laws, but would effectually denude the Negro of citizenship. I submit that any state law that takes away from the Negro the franchise does conflict with the XIVth andXVth Amend- mentss, and that the first test case to pass on the merits of these legal (7?) abortions will knock the underpin- ning away from all of these alleged constitutional bulwarks erected to pro- tect white men at the South who are averse to mingling in. political alli- ance with black men who fought for the Union when white men were fight- ing against it. Common sense teaches that these southern constitutions will not be worth three hurrahs in Jerusa- lem before a full bench of supreme court justices who know the law. The South has the Negro and the nation bluffed, but its bluff will be called sooner than it expects, and then it will invent some new form of deviltry to harrass and annoy the Negro. The THE COLORED AMERICAN. FSS and practiced, but it is the religion of EDUCATIO the Devil, and the old gent is keeping |] ——————_—_—_____ his saints very busy these days. I think these lines from Tennyson THE COLORED admirably fit the present occupant of or the White House: Preparat Ah, God for man with heart, head, Elementary hand, Like some of the simple great ones Night Ss ene IN THE Forever and ever by; = One still strong man in a blatant land, Gee Cees ie Whatever they call him what care I— ee ee Who can rule and dare not lie. sess cena = Bit BRUCE GRIT. tory, Elementary, and I Yonkers, N. Y., Dec. 26, 1903. ee ac ee eran POST MASTER VICK IN TOWN Mr. H. S. Vick, a prominent business man of Wilson, N. C., and who was Post Master there for many years, passed through the city this week, en route to Cape May, N. J., on a business matter. He has recently purchased one hundred and forty acres of fine land adjoining the property of Whitesboro, N. J., and he was taking with him a foreman and a crew of men to put the farm in a condition to be cultivated this year.. Mr. Vick states that the land is rich and loamy, and that almost anything can be cultivated upon it. It will be especially val- JE GE KE SS 5 RE, 4i\ [Ff f- MR. S. H. VICK, Wilson, N. C. uable for truck farming. A large portion of this land is thickly wooded, but will be cleared off i:. parts, so as to improve and beauti- fy it. Many houses will be built this winter and spring, so that next summer it will be an attrac- tive place for seaside visitors. Mr. Vick is one of the best known col- ored leaders in North Carolina and is held in high esteem by the white as well as the colored peo- ple of his state. He is out of poli- tics but had a good word to say for President Roosevelt, whom he regards very highly and whom he thinks will succeed himself as the next President of the United States. Mr. Vick is a heavy tax payer in his state, and the race needs more men of his ilk. EDUCATIONAL. TT XN THE COLORED BUSINESS Preparatory and Elementary ... . Night School IN THE OLD TRUE REFORMERS HALL. Cor, Fourth and N Sts., N. W. AN OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL. Special courses—Business, Prepara- tory, Elementary,and Lecture. Short- hand and Typewriting. Free Information given from 4 to 5 Pp. m. Subjects—Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry. a J. W. BOTTS, A. B., Ph. B., Manager. ee . , 7 r aes ad F Seine Bee sys Pipettes ities fe Tie A Ry oe Py Leal tee elf fa ee i ei eee et Tt ee ede eR Sees Bs pei ei ile eee CE a eee BS ~~ aires: rT hoes sl Soca aeate Leia ema ee ee TH ~ meh See ee Bea kes Rapes es = oa Ro 3 x tet HOWARD UNIVERSITY, Washiagion, D. C. r= distinct departments, under one hundred competent professors and instructors—Theo pgical, Medical, Legal, College, Pedagogical freparatory, English, Agriculture, Industrial, tusical. For information address— @ Rev. J. E. RANKtN, D. D., LL. D., President. Ren YW Saweorn Secretary Tue MARYLAND AGRICULTURAL AND InpusrrRiay Institute, Laurer, How- ARD Co., Mp. Situation beautiful; climate unsur- passed; work thorough and efficient. Courses: English, Normal, Agricul- ture Practical and Scientific, Stock- raising, Dairying, Sewing, Cooking, Laundering, Domestic Science, Carpen- try, Mechanical Drawing, Dressmaking and Millinery. $7.00 per month covy- ers tuition, furnished r om, heating, lighting, washing and board. Fall term opens October 1, 1903. Winter term opens December 28, 1903. Furth- er information, address M. J. Naytor, A. B., Acting President, Box 190 Bal- timore, Md. ee ee ee a a, a oe The demands in all parts of this country, and in several foreign coun- tries, for well trained men of our race mn the direction of scientific and prac- tical agriculture are so great that this institution is willing to offer excep- tional advantages to young men who wish to come here and take either a regular or post graduate course in agriculture. We cannot begin to sup- ply the demands that come to us for trained men in the direction of agri- culture. 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 traming. For further information address, BOOKER T. WASHINGTON, Prin. Tuskegee Institute, Tuskegee, Alabama. 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THE COLOR PREJUDICE RAMPANT. We gave considerable space in our last issue to H. R. Bill 4507, introduced in the House of Representatives last November, by General Edward Morrell of Pennsylvania. The purpose of this bill is to prevent discrimination by common carriers of passengers traveling between the states, on account of race and color. General Morrell is a friend to the colored people and has demonstrated on many occasions this fact. Every colored leader, preacher, politician and educator should take up this bill and discuss it. Every colored newspaper in the country should print the bill. The colored leaders should petition their Representatives in Congress from the Congressional district of every state and territory and insist that their Representatives vote for this bill or tell them the reason why. The rights of the ten millions of colored people in the United States are being abridged every day. In many states they are denied the rights of suffrage, they are denied every civil and political right, they are denied the right of public carriers, and if this discrimination continues the Negro will soon not have any right at all. The foreigners of every clime and of every color, those who cannot speak our language, who cannot read our constitution, and who do not understand our policy of government are given every right, but the Negro who --- THE COLORED AMERICAN. has been patriotic and loyal to every cause and to every principle, which has had for its purpose the strengthening and the maintaining of our Republican form of government are being denied these rights. We owe it to ourselves to take up our own cause, and to fight our own battles. What are you going to do about it? The Colored American will be pleased to have the views and opinions of the leaders of the race from every quarter. The Morrell Bill should pass. Already the rumor is abroad in the land that with the advent of the New Year the privilege of American citizens of African descent will be denied in the Pullman sleeping cars. It is up to us as to our duty and how shall we perform it? The colored leaders in the doubtful states of New York, New Jersey, West Virginia, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska, and other states should petition their Representatives in Congress at once to vote for House Bill 4507. If your Representative can not or will not vote for it, let him give you the reason why. The Lord helps those who help themselves. Some of the friends of Dr. Booker T. Washington, in their efforts to explain his position do him more harm than good. He is a man of great common sense and rarely if ever makes a blunder. He is an optimist and is inclined to see the bright side of every dark subject. He is full of hope for the American Negro and in that opinion he is backed up by the best of whites as well as the best black Americans. In the way of bringing the North and the South together on a common platform of understanding the race problem he has done more than five presidents, and than any leader in the north or in the South. Both sections of the country recognize this, however, and it must be said to the credit of the South and of the North that on this one question they have agreed. Mr. Washington's friends should pay no attention to the small frye self appointed leaders in Boston, Chicago and a few other small centers, who like the dog is barking at the moon. They have nothing to suggest. Let them bark on. There is but one royal path to the great highway—Work. Do something? TO OUR DELINQUENT SUBSCRI BERS. We have on our mailing books, a large number of names of persons who are considerably behind in their subscription to this paper, and who have been notified a great number of times, but who seem to pay no attention to these mild duns. Beginning with the New Year we hope that every subscriber will make an effort to pay up what New Year we can get out a better paper improved in every way. This dosen't mean the other fellow, but it means you. Who will be the first to start the ball rolling. President Roosevelt continues to grow in the affection and esteem of the American people. The race question is coming to be such a momentuous issue that it is not confined to the American shores. We have already the Cuban, Hawaiian, and the Philippine race question. We are dallying with the Haitien problem and it will not be long until we shall have the Colombia-Panama race problem on our hand. And the best factor in this equation is the old, every day, patriotic, loyal, always to be accounted upon American Negro. He is not an anarchist, he is not an atheist, he is not a polygomist, he is not a murderer, he does not violate the law of his country, he is not an obstructionist, he doesn't organize against the government. He is for his country and for his flag, and he is and has always been one equation of the government that could be relied upon. The Negro is after all the highest and best type of the American citizen. We like to read the fine spun esays of the young men, who have graduated from the higher institutions of learning. They are interesting and especially so, to those of our race, who have not had the opportunity or who for some reason or other were not permitted to enter the sacred precincts of these great schools, where the mind is lead up and drawn out so far, that it can feed on the zephrys and on those ingredients that blow through the breezes. To some of us, who have been there, these "dinkies" are gitneys whose heads are not dry and who when they meet the real problems of life cannot exist on the perfumes and aroma that eminate from the calixies and corollos of the flowers of their alma mater, but must boil them with a hock or a pig shoulder and get rather the substance than the shadow. We have in mind a number of "Professors" who would stand as exponents of higher education, and who tell the masses, who are honest, patriotic, and hard working, not to teach their boys and girls how to work, but to educate them to live in the higher realms of thought, to live in the dead past, to speak the dead languages, to live in Greece and Rome and all that kind of nonsense. How silly. We do not include Editor Trotter in this class, for, although he may have some certificates of graduation from some great University in the East, he has a very limited knowledge of the English language, or of anything else that we have known him to write or talk about. If he is a representative of the type of higher education, then God help the others. But we shall not discuss Mr. Trotter. We are discussing Prof. Blank and a few of his class, who have large heads and so much brains that their physical bodies are unable to carry them about. They are just "smart,"—that's all. We admit that every race as well as every rose must have its thorns, and frankly we do not object to the "smart alecs," who spring up from time to time and can prove any old thing even that the moon is made of green cheese. But when these fellows get the center of the stage, we want to know something about them, what they have done and what methods per The little Republic of Hayti is giving the world a splendid exhibition of what it can do in the way of revolutions. We are treated to them almost daily now, and our Minister, Mr. W. F. Powell, has been forced to move from his legation in the suburbs to the limits in the city for protection. We note that the statement was made by one or two speakers at the recent so-called Suffrage Convention held in this city, that Mr. Booker T. Washington was indirectly seeking to secure an endorsement of the convention in favor of President Roosevelt. So far from this statement being true, it is a well known fact that on more than one occasion Mr. Washington has directly used his influence with various convention in a way to prevent their "endorsing" the President. He has done this because of the fear that the constant endorsing of the President by every assemblage of Negroes in the country would result in causing the President to be tabooed as the "Negro Candidate," and thus these endorsements would hurt him rather than help him. chance that they have used to pass the outer guards to get upon the stage. The next thing we shall hear of such jackleg as D. R. Wilkins, such montebanks as F. L. Barnett, and such idiots as Mun Trotter will hustling for places on the band wagon. The line must be drawn somewhere, so we will draw it here. RECORDER DANCY IN NEWPORT NEWS, VA. The colored citizens of Newport News, Va., in selecting an orator to make the Emancipation Proclamation speech on the 1st instant made no mistake in selecting Hon. John C. Dancy, Recorder of Deedes. Mr. Dancy was royally received and entertained on arriving at Newport News, and brings back from that enterprising little town a most glowing report. He says there are more than five thousand colored people employed in the great ship yard at that point, receiving salaries from $1.50 to as high as $6 per day, that they own a great deal of real estate and that nearly all of them own their homes. The colored banking and insurance companies, and grocery stores there are all doing well and making money. Mr. Dancy was in good voice and made one of his characteristic speeches. He returned to the city last Monday. GREAT DAILY. One of the things the Mirror would like to see is a Negro daily paper manned by colored men. We would like to see that "daily" published at Washington as probably the most central point. There is a number of good men available for its management. In this line E. E. Cooper has demonstrated superior ability. W. E. B. DuBois in the editorial chair would make it worth the reading and R. W. Thompson as "Paragrapher," would not be bad.—The Mirror, Danville, Va. IN MEMORIAM. George Robert Bagwell Born March 1st, 1881. Died Jan. 5th, 1903. A year ago death prematurely terminated the career of one who gave bright promise of great usefulness to his fellowmen in the Ministry, to which he had dedicated his life. Born in a family of influence and respectability, he early displayed at school talents far above the ordinary, but with the usual unstability of youth for some time he hesitated as to the direction in which he would employ them. Then came a decisive change in his ideas, affections and ideals when he was presented for confirmation at St. Luke's Church, and in his subsequent dedication of himself to the Holy Ministry. Entering King Hall he applied himself with great earnestness and devotion to the preparation of himself for his chosen life work, displaying not only aptitude for study [Name] GEO. R. BAGWELL and intellectual power, but a fervent zeal for the advancement of the Master's Kingdom. The specific task assigned him by the Warden of the Hall was spiritual work in connection with the Freedmen's Hospital, where he had formerly been a medical student, distributing literature, reading to the sick and by other means comforting and consoling many whose lot was hard and cheerless. In that work he displayed great tact and sympathy. His call into the unseen was most unexpected. Apparently in the most vigorous health of young manhood he was suddenly smitten with a fall disease which terminated his useful career and his promise of eminence in the church and society. He left behind him to mourn his loss a loving devoted mother.—Mrs. Martha Bagwell Weatherless—whose heart was gladdened by her only darling son's conversion and dedication to God, His Kingdom, and his powers of mind and heart they had great respect and for whom they had predicted a future of great usefulness and benefience. The following brief address indicates the fine ideals he cherished and pursued and is intended for a memorial THE COLORED AMERICAN. of him. "Being dead, he yet speaketh." William V. Tunwell, Mr. President, Mr. Warden, and Brothers of King Hall: I do not wish to take much of your time to-night, as my worthy brother who is to follow me will have something to say of greater interest to you. But my theme to-night is of great importance to us, both as Christian gentlemen and as divinity students. I wish to impress upon my hearers the importance of cultivating a missionary spirit. First, the majority of us have the mistaken idea that we have to be theological students or ordained ministers before we can do mission work, but I claim that every layman is a missionary, and every person confirmed in the church have been consecrated and have received the command to go into all the world and preach the gospel. It is a fact that few of us realize the obligation placed upon us when we are confirmed, and it is our duty at all times to do missionary work, and make our presence felt in the world. Now, my brethren I do not wish to make myself obnoxious but in a quiet way I want to make myself felt. For instance, we can do all we can to comfort and relieve those around us, and to make our fellow men happy. As you must know, mission work consists in more than preaching and praying; we must also teach others to live good and clean as well as right lives; we must feel a genuine spirit of self-sacrifice to do mission work. There is a large field here in the District of Columbia, and it is quite interesting. For instance there is the children's ward in Freedmen's Hospital; a dozen or more children are eager for Christian Training or instruction and will be willing to receive such every Sunday. I also see some of the Brethren doing good work at the Erie St. Home, but my Brethren there are some children in this immediate neighborhood, who have never been inside of a Sunday school, and it is our duty to bring them, as the hope for the church in the future is through the children in the Sunday School. Now to make our mission work useful it is necessary to set example as well as to teach by precept. Therefore it is necessary to build up our own Christian Character. It is a fact that we have enough preaching and praying and little morality. For I very often meet persons who are not churchmen and do not care to be churchmen, they do the same as we? They are no better than I? Now if we build Christian character we will not have these things said about us, and we will make our influence felt. We divinity students of King Hall should be a model of morality for the students of this University. We must live the Christian life day by day and in that way we can do a great good, around this University. We will very often be tempted but yield not. The Washington Conservatory of Music with headquarters in the True Reformers Hall, is fast gaining public favor. A VENERABLE PASTOR CURED BY PE=RU=NA. Pe-ru-na is a Catarrhal Tonic Especially Adapted to the Declining Powers of Old Age. In old age the mucous membranes become thickened and partly lose their function. This leads to partial loss of hearing, smell and taste, as well as digestive disturbances. Peruna corrects all this by its specific operation on all the mucous membranes of the body. One bottle will convince anyone. Once used and Peruna becomes a life-long stand-by with old and young. Rev. J.N. Parker. Strong and Vigorous at the Age of Eighty-eight. Rev. J. N. Parker, Utica, N. Y., writes: "In June, 1901, I lost my sense of hearing entirely. My hearing had been somewhat impaired for several years, but not so much effected but that I could hold converse with my friends; but in June, 1901, my sense of hearing left me so that I could hear no sound whatever. I was also troubled with rheumatic pains in my limbs. I commenced taking Peruna and now my hearing is restored as good as it was prior to June, 1901. My rheumatic pains are all gone. I cannot speak too highly of Peruna, and now SECOND BAPTIST LYCEUM. Sunday, January 10th, 1904. Prof. W. S. Montgomery will read a profoundly interesting paper, Mr. H. Lewis, Jr. will sing a solo. January 17th, the Lyceum will discuss theadvisability of impressing the school children with the part Negroes have played in founding and developing the country. Good singing is provided for each occasion. R. E. S. Toomey, President; Miss Hattie Drew, Secretary. Mr. R. C. Douglas, while out driving with his wife and child last Sunday, was thrown from his sleigh by the freight of his steed. Mrs. Douglas received a few body wounds, but not serious. Mr. Douglas and the babe escaped without injury. أولى when 88 years old can say it has invigorated my whole system. I cannot but think, dear Doctor, that you must feel very thankful to the all loving Father that you have been permitted to live, and by your skill be such a blessing as you have been to suffering humanity.—Rev. J. N. Parker. A Bishop's Letter. T. H. Lomax, D. D., Bishop 2nd Dist. A. M. E., of Charlotte, N. C., writes: "I recommend your Peruna to all who want a strengthening tonic and a very effective remedy for all catarrhal complaints."—T. H. Lomax. If you do not derive prompt and satisfactory results from the use of Peruna, write at once to Dr. Hartman, giving a full statement of your case, and he will be pleased to give you his valuable advice gratis. Address Dr. Hartman, President of The Hartman Sanitarium, Columbus, Ohio. BEWARE OF HIM. A man representing himself as an agent for The Colored American has been canvasing the city for the past year taking subscriptions and giving a bought receipt for the same; but in no case has he turned in the name or the money to this office. He is a mulatto with large red eyes and a gift of gab. He signs Charles Wilson and different other aliases to his receipts, but his real name and identity is known and we hope to have him in the toils as soon as he can be found. Dr. Booker T. Washington accompained by his traveling secretary, Mr. Stokes, and his son, Booker Jr., passed through the city this week en route east. Mr. Washington looks the picture of health and had a good word for his many friends whom he met in the city.