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FRANKLIN'S PAPER THE STATESMAN State Historian & Natural History Society SAMUEL, THE BLACK, TELLS OUR LOSSES TWENTY-FIRST YEAR SAMUEL BLACK OUR To the Editor of The Statesman: Sir—In my previous letters to The Statesman I have endeavored, and I hope I have succeeded, to make plain to thoughtful and observant Negroes the fact that they really have no STATUS as citizens, and can have none as holders of the soil. That they are regarded merely as sojourners, strangers, aliens, trespassers, are treated as such and will continue to be treated as such no matter how much education they may acquire, how much money they possess, nor how much of the soil they may be able to get possession of. The unwritten law against the too rapid advancement of the black man in this country is enforced and will always be enforced against him. It begins at the Church of God and runs through the entire gamut to the humblest vocation engaged in by the confiding and hopeful Negro. In the home of the President, Cincinnati, Ohio, recently, the White Young Men's Christian Association on learning that Negroes had organized under the same name brought influence to bear and forced the Negroes to change the name of their association to the "Young Boys' Christian Association." I say in all seriousness that the Negroes who imagine that we can overcome this deep-steated prejudice of the white race which finds expression in a thousand different ways is wofully lacking in ability to see what is taking place around him and to interpret its meaning. The so-called Christian church has tired of exploiting him, and so have the politicians. The former is gradually withdrawing itself from him and the latter has long ago dropped him like a hot potato, especially in the South, where if he had received the protection promised him the Republican party would today be stronger than it ever was in that section. But the white men in both parties in the South profess to be afraid of what they call "Negro domination," and rather than have him dominate they have put their heads together and required him to vacate the place he formerly occupied in local, state and national government by a process of elimination which has done its perfect work in the South and reduced the Negro "citizens" of that section to the condition of political nondescripts. Each day that passes finds the Negro losing inch by inch his hold upon what the white man calls his "constitutional --- DENVER, COLORADO, SATURDAY, APRIL 9, 1910 rights" when appealing to him for his votes in states where he still exercises the right of franchise. And so the Negro is permitting himself to be used as a shuttlecock by crafty and cunning politicians in both the old parties, who conveniently forget to remember that he ever had any "constitutional rights" after they have secured his votes. The Black Man is the worst victim of political duplicity in the United States. He has been systematically buncoed ever since he became a political factor, and he has the least political sense of any element engaged in playing the game of politics. The foreigners who come over here and get themselves naturalized after a few years' practice in politics make Negroes, who are indigenous to all toil, look like thirty cents in Chinese money. They are better organized, better disciplined and better represented on the pay rolls of this government. These foreigners have elected numerous United States senators, dozens of congressmen, numerous attorney generals in the states, ambassadors at foreign courts, consul generals, members of state legislatures, cabinet officers and judges of courts. The Negroes in 40 years have had two United States senators, 17 or 20 congressmen, some janitorships, a few clerkships, register of the treasury, recorder of deeds and the missions to Liberia and Hayti, and most of these offices will soon be abolished or given to white men. Race prejudice is more than a passion—it is a DISEASE, and it is accentuated by the rapid progress the Negro is making all over this land, his advancement has been so entirely different from what was predicted of him that it has aroused in the minds of a certain class of whites a suspicion that he has ulterior designs on the white race, so that every conceivable stacle is thrown in his way and the more capable and intelligent he proves himself to be the more bitter terminated is the opposition to his advancement. I have said that the offices paying large salaries held by Negroes will gradually be abolished or reconstructed and given to white MEN. This was done when Frederick Douglass was made United States marshal for the District of Columbia. The duties of the marshal under previous administrations were clearly defined. He was a sort of social factotum at the White House. But when Douglass was made marshal he was relieved of the social feature and a new office was created for a white man who liked the blare and glare of the social life at thee White House. Had Mr. Douglass been a white man the old order would hardly have been changed. When Mr. Douglass was recorder of deeds the committee of the District of Columbia in congress, spurred on by a citizen committee, began to devise a plan to reconstruct the methods of doing business in that office. I am not sure whether the reforms recommended by the white citizens' committee went into effect during Mr. Douglass' term, but I think they did. Under previous recorders the office was a fee office and these fees paid the recorder's salary. Some years the fees ran as high as $25,000, and white gentlemen considered it a juicy plum, but when the colored brethren began to taste and eat the fruit it was made a salaried office. Now it is proposed to abolish it entirely and the citizens' committee—white—is just as busy as its predecessor was 20 years ago, enlightening a congressional committee as to the inutility of the office of recorder, they urge its abolishment on the ground that its duties can be equally well performed by a prolate judge. And all this because Negroes have held the office for almost 30 years. The next office to be reconstructed is register of the treasury, so the way will be found sooner or later to make it very unattractive to the Negro patriots who yearn for the privilege of signing the bonds and greenbacks. The Negro incumbents of these offices in the past have not stayed on the jobs regularly. They have done too much traveling, too much speechmaking and posing, so that the impression got out that these jobs were mere sinecures, and since the work was cheerfully performed by subordinates it could go on just as well under some other official, who had time to stay in his office as it did in the absence of the duly accredited official. When B. K. Bruce was register of the treasury he spent very little time in his office. The same is true of Mr. Vernon, the present register. When he isn't lecturing for his school at Quindaro he is off somewhere making political speeches. Mr. Dancy as recorder spends most of his time visiting one or the other departments. He is either seen going in or coming out of them. These are straws which tell which way the wind is blowing. Just now it is blowing pretty hard. Attorneys Ross and Townsend have been informed by Attorneys Muller and Hindry, the counsel for the theater of this city, that all of the city theaters have come together to appeal the McClain case. This is the newest development in the case. FIVE CENTS A COPY REGISTER Self-Disfranchisement is Fatal to Our Rights as Citizens. The political prestige of the negro is passing. Consider well the statements made in another column over the signature of "Samuel the Black" and measure their truth by your own observation. Then you will know well that the time is at hand for the colored American to do something lest the beginning of the end be upon us. WE CAN WORK OUT A SOLUTION IF EACH OF US WILL DO HIS PART. You are disgusted with the disproportionate returns from what effort you have made in politics. The loss of even the little bit we have had makes you wonder what is the use of trying. We know well that leaders are a delusion and followers are a dream. The trouble is we want to reap a harvest as soon as good seed are sown. Now let's use common sense and the same pluck that is slowly winning for us commercially. Let's make a pull all the time, and just as our best judgment dictates for the betterment of the race politically. Let's vote every election, all of us. It is not so much unity as brains that the Negro race needs. GET IN LINE TO GIVE THE RACE YOUR BIT OF ASSISTANCE TOWARD BETTER THINGS POLITICALLY BY REGISTERING IN YOUR PRECINCT. Read the notice left at your house, giving the location of the registrars and go before them next Tuesday and be prepared to do you duty. MRS. LULA MUSE ENTERTAINS CLUB. The Azalia Hackley Choral Club met at the residence of Mrs. Lula Muse last Monday night to help celebrate the anniversary of her marriage. A cheerful gathering greeted the club and a very enjoyable evening was spent in singing, games and comic selections. The house was decorated beautifully with floral Swastika designs which lent an air of dignity and success to the event. Light refreshments were served, after which came the sad and sudden news of Lawyer Stuart's death. The guests all left happy and well pleased at the evening's social success. Y. M. C. B. SPECIAL The Y. M. C. B. is now holding its Sunday afternoon meetings at Shorter Chapel. These meetings are for all who desire to attend. The ladies are especially invited. The programs will be very interesting. Sunday's program is as follows: Address by the Rev. Mr. L. B. Banks, vocal solos by Willis Barber and Cornelius Rice, at 3:30 p. m. » wo 2 43 THE STATESMAN, DENVER, COLORADO. HOLD UP THE HANDS OF THE RACE’S STAUNCHEST DEFENDERS THE RACE PRESS BY SUBSCRIBING FOR te 33 The Statesman”. Published at 1026 19th Street, DENVER, COLO. 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The Wise Men Meet and Relate Their History. 3. The Joppa Gate, or the Gate of Bethlehem. 4. Mary, the Mother of Jesus. 5. The Way to Bethlehem. 6. The City of Bethlehem. 7. Cave of the Kahn at Bethlehem. 8. The Angel Appears to the Shepherds. 9. The Wise Men Arrive at Jerusalem. 10. The Wise Men with Herod. 11. The Adoration of the Wise Men. 12. Ben Hur. 13. A Judean Home Exterior. 14. Ben Hur and His Mother on the Terrace. 15. Tirzah, Ben Hur's Sister. 16. The Tile Falling from the Roof. 17. Jesus Gives Ben Hur to Drink. 18. Arius Going to Sea. 19. Ben Hur and Arius. 20. The Sea Fight. 21. Ben Hur Saves Arius. REV. W. C. WILLIAMS. Everybody is coming Monday night to hear Mme. Hackley and Mr. Carl Diton at Shorter A. M. E. church. Come early because program will begin promptly as advertised. The invitations are out announcing the marriage of Martha Anna Lucretia Burns to Rodney T. Lamb on April 26 at 1236 East Twenty-eighth avenue. Carnival at Zion Plans for the May Carnival were completed and the committees were appointed at the monthly meeting of the church. The date was set for the week beginning May 23rd. A carefully prepared program will be rendered each evening and dinner and refreshments will be served. The Booth committee is arranging for a number of elaborate booths where useful articles, art and fancy work of all kinds will be sold. Every member of the church is interested and the work goes forward with enthusiasm. Don't forget the date. May 23-27. LA JUNTA, COLO., NEWS. Allow me first to correct some of last week's items and after this I will write on one sheet of paper. Mrs. Gross' guest of honor was Mrs. Brown of Salida. Other guests were Mesdames Winchester, Green, Lawson, Marshall, Lenex. Mrs. J. W. Winchester was charming hostess at an eight-course dinner Sunday. Those enjoying her hospitality were: Mrs. Winslow, her house guest, from Rocky Ford; Mr. and Mrs. Scott, Rev. and Mrs. Watson, Mr. and Mrs. Tyler, Mr. and Mrs. Lenex and Miss Tillie Weston and Mr. Harvey Scott. Rev. Owens, presiding elder of the Denver district, spent Easter Sunday in La Junta, the guest of Rev. Watson. His presence and his talks both mornnig and evening were inspiring and are still spoken of by both young and old. Everybody will be blessed when Rev. Owens comes again. Easter Sunday passed very pleasantly for everybody. Appropriate programs were rendered at the church in all its departments and sacred meaning of the day was impressed as well as a display of clothes. Last Sunday was quarterly meeting THE STATESMAN. DENVER. COLORADO. day, but owing to unavoidable circumstances that meeting was postponed until the following Sunday. The bazaar given by the ladies of the Missionary Society was enjoyed Thursday and Friday night. A nice display of aprons was disposed of and a neat sum realized by the ladies. Mrs. Alma Brown is visiting in Pueblo. Miss Grudgell, who has been visiting in La Junta, leaves for Colorado Springs Wednesday. She will spend several weeks there before returning to her home in Missouri. Mrs. L. V. Greer is visiting her daughter in Alberquerque, N. M. Billings, Montana Out in Billings, Mont., Rev. E. D. Abbott reports a successful seven weeks' rally under the following unique plan: Each person representing a bishop was asked to raise not less than $10, which resulted as follows: Bishop M. B. Salters by Sister T. S. Sims, $10.30; Bishop M. B. Salters by Brother L. Summerville, $11.50; Bishop A .J. Johnson by Sister M. Browning, $1; Bishop J. A. Handy by Sister Olatha offered $13; Bishop A. Grant by Sister M. E. Abbott, $10; Bishop G. W. Gaines by Sister M. Miller, $7; Bishop H. B. Parks by Mrs. H. Woodrough, $6; Bishop E. Tyree by Sister L. Walker, $4.50; Bishop C. T. Shoffer by Sister L. Adams, $4.05; Bishop B. T. Tanner by Brother B. B. Adams, $2; Bishop W. H. Heard by Sister A. B. Lewis, $1.60; Bishop B. F. Lee by a friend, 50 cents; Bishop W. B. Derrick by J. W. Moore, $50. Total, $134.40. STATE OF COLORADO. Insurance Department. SYNOPSIS OF STATEMENT AND COPY OF CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY. LOYAL PROTECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY of Boston, Mass. Assets . . . $274,706.86 Liabilities . . . 121,091.30 Capital . . . 100,000.00 Surplus . . . 53,615.56 STATE OF COLORADO. Insurance Department. CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY FOR THE YEAR ENDING FEBRUARY 28th, 1911. Office of Commissioner of Insurance. Denver, Colo., March 1, 1910. Denver, Colo., March 1, 1810. It is hereby certified that the Loyal Protective Insurance Company, a corporation organized under the laws of Massachusetts, whose principal offices are located at Boston, has complied with all the laws of this state so far as the requirements of said laws are applicable to said company, and the said company is hereby authorized to transact business as an insurance company in accordance with its Charter or Articles of Incorporation, within the said State of Colorado, subject to the several provisions and requirements of said laws, until the twenty-eighth day of February, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eleven. In Testimony Whereo., I, W. L. Clayton, Commissioner of Insurance of said State of Colorado, have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office, at the City of Denver, the day and year first above written. W. L. CLAYTON, Commissioner of Insurance. (Seal) ALEX. W. GRANT, Deputy. Published in The Statesman by authority of Commissioner of Insurance. W. L. CLAYTON, Commissioner. ALEX. W. GRANT, Deputy. --- CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY FOR THE YEAR ENDING FEBRUARY 28th. 1911. It is hereby certified that the Missouri State Life Insurance Company, a corporation organized under the laws of Missouri, whose principal office is located at St. Louis, has complied with all the laws of this state so far as the requirements of said laws are applicable to said company, and the said company is hereby authorized to transact business as an insurance company in accordance with its Charter or Articles of Incorporation, within the said State of Colorado, subject to the several provisions and requirements of said laws, until the twenty-eighth day of February, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eleven. In Testimony Whereof, I, W. L. Clayton, Commissioner of Insurance of said State of Colorado, have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office, at the City of Denver, the day and year first above written. Published in The Statesman by authority of Commissioner of Insurance. W. L. CLAYTON, Commissioner. ALEX. W. GRANT, Deputy. SYNOPSIS OF STATEMENT AND COPY OF CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY. MIDLAND LIFE INSURANCE COM- PANY & KENNEDY PANY of Kansas City, Mo. Assets . . . $191,293.02 Liabilities . . . 4,139.55 Capital . . . 100,000.00 Surplus . . . 87,153.47 STATE OF COLORADG. Insurance Department. CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY FOR THE YEAR ENDING FEBRUARY 28th, 1911. It is hereby certified that the Midland Life Insurance Company, a corporation organized under the laws of Missouri, whose principal office is located at Kansas City, has compiled with all the laws of this state so far as the requirements of said laws are applicable to said company, and the said company is hereby authorized to transact business as an insurance company in accordance with its Charter or Articles of Incorporation, within the said State of Colorado, subject to the several provisions and requirements of said laws, until the twenty-eighth day of February, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eleven. In Testimony Whereof, I. W. L. Clayton, Commissioner of Insurance of said State of Colorado, have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office, at the City of Denver, the day and year first above written. W. L. CLAYTON, Commissioner of Insurance. (Seal) ALEX. W. GRANT, Deputy. Published in The Statesman by authority of Commissioner of Insurance. W. L. CLAYTON, Commissioner. ALEX. W. GRANT, Deputy. NOTICE TO NON-RESIDENT HEIRS AT LAW. STATE OF COLORADO, ss. City and County of Denver. In the County Court. In the matter of the estate of Porter Bills, deceased. The People of the State of Colorado send greeting to Annie May Bills, minor, residing at Bolivar, in the State of Tennessee, non-resident heirs at law of the said Porter Bills, deceased: You, the said Annie May Bills, are hereby notified that a paper writing purporting to be the last will and testament of Porter Bills, deceased, who resided in the City and County of Denver, and State of Colorado, and departed this life on or about the 5th day of February, A. D. 1910, was this 5th day of March, A D. 1910, presented to the County Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado, for probate and record as the true last will and testament of the said Porter Bills, deceased, by Paul E. Spratlin, the executor nominated and appointed by said instrument. That it is shown by satisfactory proof that the said Porter Bills died possessed of real property consisting chiefly of..... in this County, and personal property in this County, all of said personal property supposed to be worth $138; that said instrument bears date of April 3, A. D. 1909, and is signed by Wm. A. Gatewood and Carrie S. Joseph as subscribing witness to the due execution thereof by the said Porter Bills, that said Porter Bills in and by said instrument devises unto that the said Paul E. Spratlin of the City and County of Denver, and State of Colorado, is nominated and appointed in and by said instrument as the executor thereof. You, the said Annie May Bills, minor, are therefore notified to be and appear before the County Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado, at the Court House in the City of Denver, on Monday, April 11th, A. D. 1910, at 10 o'clock a. m., which time and place have been fixed by the Court for the hearing on the application for the probate of the said instrument, to attend the probate thereof and show cause, if you can or may have, why said instrument should not be admitted to probate and record as the true last will and testament of the said deceased, and letters testamentary or of administration issue thereon accordingly. Witness, THOMAS L. BONFILS, Clerk of the County Court within and for the City and County of Denver, State of Colorado, and the seal thereof of said Court at Denver, in said County and State, this 5th day of March, A. D. 1910. THOMAS L. BONFILS, Clerk. SUMMONS IN DIVORCE. STATE OF COLORADO. JOHN ECTOR. Defendant. THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO. TO THE DEFENDANT ABOVE NAMED, GREETING: You are hereby required to appear in an action brought against you by the above-named plaintiff in the County Court of the City and County of Denver, State of Colorado, and answer the complaint therein within 30 days after the service hereof if you are served within this state, or within 50 days after the service hereof if served personally outside the State of Colorado, or, if served by publication, within 60 days from the date of the last publication, or trial will be had the same as though you were present. This is an action brought to obtain a decree of divorce on the grounds of non-support for more than one year last past, and that plaintiff be granted the custody of Lillian Ector, minor child of plaintiff and defendant, and recover her costs herein and such other and further relief as may seem to the Court just and equitable from the complaint, a copy of which is hereunto attached, and the evidence adduced upon the trial. Witness, THOMAS L. BONFILS, Clerk of the County Court, in and for the said City and County of Denver, at his office in Denver, this 5th day of February, A. D. 1910, and the seal of said Court hereunto affixed. (SEAL) THOMAS L. BONFILS. Clerk of the County Court. By K. P. MACE, Deputy. Date of first publication, March 12, 1910. Date of last publication, April 9th, 1910. W. B. TOWNSEND, Attorney for Plaintiff. SCOTT'S CHAPEL NOTES. Fred Brown has been appointed the leader fo class No. 4. He will lead the Epworth League on Sunday evening. Topic of discussion, "The Christian Sacrifice Praise." Hebrew 13:15; Hosea 14:13. Mr. Brown is one of our leading young men and is rapidly coming to the front. J. D. Rice, Scott's assistant pastor, will be home the first week in May. Mr. Rice has made good as a student of theology. The church has voted to pay Miss Rice a small salary as organist. Miss Rice has contributed her services heretofore. Mrs. Emma Anderson is making a success out of the Junior League. A prize of $1 was given to Miss Helen Thurston for bringing the greatest number fo new members to the League. Mr. Cleveland, who is a friend to the church, made this offer a week ago. The Rev. Dr. A. Randloph rendered excellent service to the church during the absence of the pastor. The members pronounced that they listened to one of the best "Resurrection" sermons that they have ever had the privilege of hearing. The Ladies' Aid Society will have its semi-annual election Thursday, April 14th. The pastor will serve the society and the meeting will be held at night. Everybody is coming Monday night to hear Mme. Hackley and Mr. Carl Diton at Shorter A. M. E. church. Come early because program will begin promptly as advertised. SUNSHINE MASK CONCERT. MARCH 31. 1910. Three prizes were given: First, hand-painted shirt waist set, painted by S. Clingman; second, brass match case; third, rhinestone hat pin. The following was the program: Duet...Mrs. Fallings and Miss Price Recitation.....Mrs. A. E. Holley Violin Solo.....Miss De Neal Instrument.....Mrs. C. Morris Market Woman.....Mrs. Anderson Vocal solo.....Miss Hazel Burnes Comic reading.....Mrs. Froman Instrumental solo.....Miss Thrashley Vocal solo.....Genevieve Marks Drama, "Grandma's Glasses"..... President, Mrs. Mackey. Committee: Miss Jones, Miss Price, Mrs. Morris, Mrs. S. Clingman, chairman. The Taka Art club met with Mrs. Eliza Goens, 2230 Curtis street, it being literary day. The following program was rendered: Federation Song.....By the Club Recitation.....Mrs. Nora Goens Report on Hygiene.....Mrs. Alice Mason Instrumental Solo.....Miss V. Ward Reading of the 4th Chapter of Hia- By Mrs. Effle Waldon Parliamentary Drill..Conducted by Report of Critic.....E. Goens At the close of the meeting the club presented Mrs. Eliza Goens with a handsome pitcher for the 11th anniversary of her wedding. The club adjourned to meet with Ludie Ford, 1218 East Twentleth avenue, April 13th. Mrs. Lizzie Williams, president; Mrs. L. E. Richardson, secretary. Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Mason have sold their home on Clarkson street and --- THE STATESMAN. DENVER. COLORADO. have purchased a modern home at 2352 Humboldt. A prettier sight is not often seen than that presented by the Utopia Club at their first dinner party given at the residence of Mr. Frank Turner, March 31st, in honor of their wives and sweethearts. Bright-hued gowns of the ladies and the immaculate dress suits of the gentlemen massed around the table contracted gaily with the decoration. The short address by the president, A. G. Fallings, was masterly handled and gave us many excellent points to talk on. Wit and humor followed his remarks. The menu being served by Mrs. Vernell needs no description as she is an artist in her line. After dinner the evening was spent in singing and tripping light fantastic toe. All lingered long after the hour etiquette has named and the guests were loud in expressions of the pleasant time spent. NOTICE! NOTICE!! Every person selling tickets for the Azalia Hackley musical event Monday night, April 11, are urged to bring all unsold tickets and report that night to me. LIZZIE DOUGLASS Chairman Executive Committee. A huge crowd turned out last Tuesday night to witness the close defeat of Leon Morrison and Roy Handy by Mable Andrews and Della Parker in the Woman Suffrage debate. However, the young men put up a great fight. Other participants upon the program were Miss Fisher, Mrs. Travers, Messrs. Woolfskill and Moran. Another excellent program for next Tuesday at 8:30 p. m. The Literary has decided for an oratorical contest open to young men and young women, to be held the last part of May. Either $5 in gold or a handsome medal will be given the winner. Contests are free, and all young people are urged to prepare now. Christian Endeavor every Sunday at 6:30 p. m. Mrs. Susie Duncan, president. Literary every Thursday evening at 8:00 p. m. Refreshments served by the Loyal Legions. Mr. James Williams, president; Isabel Franklin, secretary. The funeral of John Hawkins was held at Nash's undertaking parlor Monday at 3:00. Rev. Williams officiated. Bro. Julius Perkins of Shorter's Chapel passed some very complimentary remarks on the juvenile choir of Campbell's Chapel, in charge of Mrs. Jeter and Mrs. Tucker. The Rev. Crosswhite preached a message from heaven by special delivery April 3. Rev. Anderson delivered a lecture to the True Reformers and friends Monday evening, April 4. Rev. Williams will preach an illustrated sermon Sunday evening, April 10, entitled, "Ben Hur." Mrs. E. A. Hickman is indisposed. "THREE CHEERS FOR THE NINTH CAVALRY U. S. A. BAND!" CHEYENNE, WYO. This sentiment of appreciation was undoubtedly in the heart of every one who enjoyed the privilege of hearing the rendition of this grand musical organization on the evening of March 22nd. Keefe Hall was filled with an enthusiastic and appreciative audience. The concert was the initial appearance of the band in concert work in Cheyenne, and since the per- formance the band is proudly spoken of by its many admirers as Professor Hammond's band. Professor Hammond is the musical director, and too much cannot be said in praise of him and of his painstaking work. The selections were carefully selected, and each number was a gem. Not a discordant note, not a sound out of time, nothing but melody and harmony throughout. Professor Hammond excels in conducting selections of a high class, and his operatic selections were much enjoyed. Professor Hammond possesses temperament which is so needful to a musical director, and has the happy faculty of being able to place every musician under his direction and in his frame of mind and mood, hence the fine quality of music renedered to his music loving audience. It is as much a delight to watch Professor Hammond conduct his band as to listen to the delightful strains that see mto fall from the baton in his hand. Every member of the band is a thorough musician, but special The Allen In G. A. ALL We Loan Money on When in need of money see G. A. 2100 Arapahoe Street The OZA When in need of money see G. A. Allen, at the Allen Drug Store 2100 Arapahoe Street DENVER, COLO. The OZARK CLUB THOMAS CLINGMAN, Manager 1855 Arapahoe Street THE UNION TRUNK FACTORY L. D. 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He was assisted by an orchestra fro mthe band, which added much to his fine rendition. The A. M. E. Church Choir rendered a selection, which was enjoyed. The Young Ladies' Art C a bunch of pretty girls daintily arrayed in white, pleased with a pretty song of the sea. They were heartily applauded. The concert was given for the benefit of the A. M. E. Church, and it is the desire of the pastor to acknowledge his gratitude to Professor Hammond and the members of the Ninth Cavalry Band for their services and their contribution to a worthy cause. All Business Strictly Confidential Investment Co. EN, Manager Chattels or Salary . Allen, at the Allen Drug Store DENVER, COLO. RK CLUB Phone Main 5154 D. J. Sullivan & Co. FLORISTS Artistic Funeral Designs a Specialty Birds, Seeds, Cages, Etc. Your Patronage Respectfully Solicited 534 FIFTEENTH STREET R THE HAIR and customers that we have a ions, Perfumes, Manicure ery description, Toilet ery, etc. POMADE FOR ers Supply Co. Denver, Colo. R THE HAIR PAGE. 13. PAGE.14 M. W. GRAND LODGE A. F. & A. M. For Colorado and Jurisdiction, meets in Pueblo in August, 1910. P. H. GIPSON, Grand Master. WM. SPRAGUE, Grand Secretary. ROCKY MOUNTAIN LODGE NO. 1. A. F. & A. M. Meets the first and third Monday nights in the month at 1712 Curtis St. C. A. FRANKLIN, W. M. WM. SPRAGUE, Secretary, P. O. Box 1545. CENTENNIAL LODGE NO. 4, A. F. & A. M. Meets the second and fourth Monday nights in the month at 1712 Curtis Street. All Masons in good standing are invited to attend. 353 West Warren street. EUREKA LODGE NO. 13, Albuquerque, N. M., meets sirst third Tuesdays in the month. All sons in good standing invited. H. BRAMLETT, W. M. AMPSON REST LODGE. Simpson Rest Lodge, No. 10, A. F. & A. in., Trinidad, meets the first and third Tuesday nights in the month. Members in good standing are welcome J. W. BOOKER, W. M. W. A. JORDAN, Sec., 117 N. Walnut. PINION ME8A LODGE No 20, A. F. & A. M., Grand Junction, meet the first and third Wednesdays in the month. J. M. HARRIS, W. M. T. P. WAGDON, Sec., 139 Chipeta. THE STATESMAN. DENVER. COLORADO. FRATERNITIES KEYSTONE LODGE. Keystone Lodge, A. F. & A. M., Hanania, Wyo., meets the first and third Tuesdays in the month. All members in good standing are invited. HENRY ANDERSON. HOC IN VINGES ON IS HIRAM COMMANDERY NO. 20. A. F. & A. M. Hiram Commandery Knights Templar meets the second and fourth Tuesdays in each month at 1832 Arapahoe street. GEO. S. CONTEE, E. C. T. W. RICHMOND, Recorder, 2350 Curtis St. Lone Star Chapter No.15, O. E. S., meets the first and third Friday in each month at 2:30 p. m., at 1712 Curtis street. MRS. JOSEPHINE HALL, R. M. SADIE GWYN. Secretary. ARAPAHOE LODGE NO. 1934, G. U. O. OF O. F. Meets the nrtst and thiru Monday nights in the month at Odd Fellows Hall, 1832 Arapahoe Street. GEO. D. HALL, P. S., P. O. box 895. 2320. G. U. O. OF O. F. Meets every Thursday in the month at 1712 Curtis Street. GEO. S. (CONTEL, P. S., 2612 Weltor Street. THE CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD. (Thirty-first and Blake Sts.) Assemblies every Sunday at 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m. and every Friday at 7:30 p. m. All are welcome to assemble with us. Elder M. Perry, Pastor; J. S. Christian, Exangelist. NOT MADE TO Nights of Meeting DENVER PATRIARCHY, NO. 67. month at Odd Fellows' Hall, 1832 Arapahoe street. C. A. BURTON, W. P. R. HOUSEHOLD OF RUTH, NO. 367. G. U. O. of O. F. Meets the first and third Tuesdays in each month at Odd Fellows' Hall, 1832 Arapahoe street. Mrs Olarence Holmes 2139 Curtis St Worthy Recorder. NO. 118, G. U. O. OF O. F. Meets the second Friday in each month at Odd Fellows' Hall, 1837 Arapahoe street. WALTER SCOTT, G. S. Western Star Lodge No. 128, U. B. of F., meets the first and third Tuesday evenings of each month at 1882 Arapahoe street. H. B. BROWN, W. M. R. GRIGSBY, Sec. JOSHUA LODGE NO. 2, U. B. F. Colorado Springs. Meets every first and fourth Monday evening at 105 South Tejon street. E. V. CAMMEL, W. M. J. M'KINNIE, W. Sec. CAPTOLIA TEMPLE NO. 183, S. M. T. nesdays in each month at 1832 Arapahoe Street. Members in good standing are invited to attend. ARULA COLE, W. Secy. HATTIE KING, W. P. WEBSTER TEMPLE of the S. M. T.'s meets the second and fourth Thursdays in each month at 1832 Arapahoe streets. NANNIE DEAN, W. P. LENA WALTON, Sec'y. 3214 Champa street. PHYTHIAS LODGE NO. 11. Meets the first and third Wednes day nights, 1832 Arapahoe Street. HENRY BANKS, C. C. J. M. Martenia, K. of R. and S., 1223 19th st. DAMON LODGE NO. 5. K. of P. meets at 1712 Curtis street the first and third Friday of each month. J. W. HARDY, C. C. W. A. Rice, K. of R. & S.; AETNA CAMP NO. — U. R. K. OF P Meets at 1712 Curtis street the second and fourth Friday nights in the month A. J. LYLES. Recorder. --- EURENA COMPANY NO. 4. R. BUTLER, Captain. HENRY BANKS, Recorder. COLUMBINE COURT NO. z79, Meets the second and fourth Tuesday evenings at 1712 Curtis Street. All visiting members are invited to attend. LIZZIE WILLIAMS, W. C. ELIZA BETH SCOTT, R. D. Rocky Mountain Court No. 3, I. O. O. C., meets the second and fourth Friday afternoons at 1712 Curtis street. All visiting members are cordially welcomed. MRS. A. S. HAMILTON, W. C. MRS. E. OWENS, R. of D. ROYAL TEMPLE NO. 28, I. B. P. O. E. of W. meets second and fourth Wednesdays in each month at 1712 Curtis street. MRS. JESSIE TAYLOR, D. R., MRS. NETTIE M. KELLY, Sec'y 2222 Arapahoe Street. GAINES TEMPLE, No. 4, B. M. T. Of Trinidad, meets the first and third Monday afternoons at 8 o'clock at Marble hall, 111 First street. A. B. SUTTON, W. P. M. B. WILSON, Sec. RICE LODGE NO. 22 I. B. O. E. of W. meets first and third Wednesday night in each month at 1712 Curtis street. All visiting MJ are welcome. V. B. WALKER, E. R. DOUGLAS MILLER, Sec'y. 4648 Lafayette street. TRUE REFORMERS True Reformers No. 1621 Colorado Enterprise Fountain, meet first and third Monday at 1832 Arapahoe street. C. M. Hughes Master. Mrs. M. R Riley, Secretary, Cooper building. C. H. CLARK, Master. C. M. HUGHES, Secretary. LAUGHTERS OF TABERNACLE. The Ten Virgin Tabernacle No. 568 meets at 1712 Curtis street the second and fourth Thursday afternoon at 2:30 sharp. MRS LILLIE LEWIS, H. P. MRS. NORINNE DeNEAL, Sec. GOLDEN GATE JUVENILES. S. M. T. and U. B. F. Meet the second and fourth Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock at 1832 Arapahoe street. All members in good standing are invited to attend. OGLESVIE LAWSON. CLAUDE DAVIS, Youthful Scribe, 2930 Walnut St. QUEEN OF THE WEST NO. 1. Queen of the West Temple No. 1 holds regular monthly meeting nrst and third Thursdays in each month M. E. RILEY, W. P. ELLA McKINZIE, W. Secretary. 7:30 p. m. Eureka Literary Society every Tuesday night at 8 p. m. Raymond Clark, president. Prayer meeting every Wednesday at 8 p. m. The Sewing Circle meets the first and third Thursday afternoons at 2:30. Mrs. Ella Leniza, president. The W. M. M. S. meets the second and fourth Thursday afternoons at 2:30. Mrs. E. N. Ward, president. The Stewardess' board meets the first and third Friday afternoon at 2:30. Mrs. Unity Hall, president. Teachers meet every Friday at 7:00 p. m. Class meeting every Friday at 8:00 p. m. A cordial welcome is extended to all who enter our doors. Sunday School, 9:45 a. m. J. W. Jackson, Supt. Preaching at 11:00 a. m. and 8:00 p. m. B. Y. P. U. at 6:45 p. m. A. C. Jackson, Pres. Communion at the evening service the first Sunday in each month. Mid-Week Meetings. Prayer meeting, Wednesday, 8 p. m. Teachers' meeting, Thursday, 8:00 p. m. Sewing Circle, Friday afternoon, 2:30 p. m. Mrs. John R. Jackson, President. Mission Circle, second and fourth afternoons, 2:30 p. m. Mrs. Lillie L. Smith, President. Dorcas Society. Mrs Willis, President. Deacon and Trustee Boards meet Tuesday before first Sunday at 8:00 p. m. J. D. RICE, Superintendent. 6:30—Epworth League. 7:30 p. m.—Preaching. Mid-Week Services. Sabbath school, 10 a. m.; preaching 11:15 a. m.; bible study, 2:30 p. m Thepublic is cordially invited to attend these meetings. The People's Presbyterian church, Twenty-third and Washington avenue. Sunday school, 9:30 a. m.; preaching, 11 a. m.; Young People's Christian Endeavor, 6:30 to 7:30 p. m.; regular evening services, 8 o'clock. Prayer meeting every Friday evening. Corner E. 23rd Ave. & Washington St Sunday Services (April to October). Sunday School, 9:45 o'clock, a m. Mr. Lou Hughes, Supt. Preaching, 11 o'clock a. m., 8 p. m. Y. P. S. C. E., 7 o'clock p. m. Sacred concert under the auspices of Y. P. S. C. E. the first Sunday night of the month. Mrs. Maude Kerr, Pres. Communion of the Lord's Supper the first Sunday night of the quarter. Mid-Week Meetings. ..Deacon and Trustee Boards meet Monday night before the first Sunday at 7:30 o'clock. Mr. Elmer Anderson, Chairman. The Session Board meets when necessary. Mr. W. G. Campbell, Clerk. Prayer meeting Wednesday night. Player meeting --- VICTORIA TEMPLE, NO. 6, B. M. T. of Colorado Springs, meets the second and fourth Friday night in the north. MRS. JENNIE HENDERSON, W. Princess. MRS. COLLINS, Secretary. The Working Men's Protective Association meets every second and fourth Thursday nights at the Odd Fellows' hall, 1834 Arapahoe street. This association guarantees to its members a benefit and protection equalled by few and excelled by none. It is organized under the laws of the state of Colorado and application blanks may be had by the secretary. I. T. FULBRIGHT, Pres. J. HICKMAN, Vice-Pres. C. C. SPENCER, Rec.-Sec. J. N. ALLEN, Fin.-Sec. J. B. PERRY, Treas. BETHLEHEM BAPTIST CHURCH. 2716 Larimer Street. Sunday School, 9:45 a. m. Preaching at 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m B. Y. P. U., 6:30 p. m. The public is cordially invited. REV. A. E. REYNOLDS, 2828 California Street. St. Benedict's colored Roman Catholic Mission Society would be pleased to meet all colored Catholic strangers to the city and also all colored Catholics in the city not connected with the society. For information address R. W. Washington, 261 Detroit street, phone White 3272. Scott's Methodist Episcopal Church, 803 E.26th Ave. Sunday Services. 11 a. m.—Preaching. 12:30 p. m.—Sunday School. Official Board, first Monday in each month. Wednesday evening, prayer and class meeting. Thursday, Ladies' Aid Society. Friday evenings, choir practice. Miss Lelia Rice organist. Strangers are especially welcome. JAMES N. WALLACE, B. D. D. D. Pastor. QUEEN OF SHEBA COURT, No. 8, Heroines of Jerico, meets the second Friday in each month, at 2:30 p. m. at 1712 Curtis street. Mrs. M. E. Mackey, A. M.; Mrs. L. B. Moore, Sec- retary, 2925 Glenarm Place. CHAPEL AFRICAN M. E. CHURCH. Corner Twenty-third and Washington streets. Sunday and mid-week meetings, from October, 1908, to April, 1909. Sunday Services. Sunday school at 9:45 a. m. Mrs. Effie Waldron, superintendent. Preaching at 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m. m. Monthly communion the first Sunday at 12 m. Classes one and six meet at 12:45 p. m. Allen C. E. League at 6:30 p. m. Miss Gertrude Nichols, president. A sacr deconcert the first Sunday evening of each month under the direction of the League at 7 p. m. Sermon omitted. Mid-Week Meetings. The trustees meet the first Tuesday at 8 p. m. Official board meets the second and fourth Tuesday at THE STATESMAN. DENVER. COLORADO. A. MILTON WARD, Pastor. Residence 119 23rd St. ZION BAPTIST CHURCH. 20th and Arapahoe Sts. Mid-Week Meetings. REV. D. E. OVER, Pastor. 2957 Glenarm Place S. D. A. MISSION 2806 California Street. SERVICES. ELDER T. H. BRANCH. Pastor. THE PEOPLE'S PREOBYTERIAN CHURCH. JAPANESE K. 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We need a Rider Agent in every town and can offer an opportunity to make money to suitable young men who apply at once. E-PROOF TIRES ONLY $4.80 PER FAIR REDD STORN RECORD PENSTEER TIRE CO Regular Price $8.50 per pair. To Introduce We Will Sell You a Sample Pair for Only 4.80 NAILS, TACKS OR GLASS WON'T LET OUT THE AIR Result of 15 years' experience in tire making. No danger from THORNS, CACTUS, PINS, NAILS, TACKS or GLASS. Serious punctures, like intentional knife cuts, can be vulcanized like any other tire. Two Hundred Thousand pairs now in actual use. Over Seventy-five Thousand pairs sold last year. dively and easy riding, very durable and lined inside becomes porous and which closes up small punctures arounddels of letters from satisfied customers stating for twice in a whole season. 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We know that you will be so well pleased that when you want a bicycle you will give us your order. We want you to send us a small trial order at once, hence this remarkable tire offer. OOASTER-ERAKES, built-up-wheels, saddles, pedals, parts and repairs, up prices charged by dealers and repair men. Write for our big SUNDRY catalogue. DO NOT WAIT but write us a postal today. DO NOT THINK OF BUYING a bicycle or a pair of tires from anyone until you know the new and wonderful offers we are making. It only costs a postal to learn everything. Write it NOW. 8 o'clock. The Forum (Literary Society), Thursday night, 8 o'clock. Mr. O. A. Williams, Pres. Choir Rehearsal, Wednesday and Friday nights, 7 and 8 o'clock. Mrs. Nellie Marshbanks, Chorister; Mrs. Mamie Anderson, Organist. Teachers' meeting, Friday night, 7 to 8 o'clock. Bible Institute, Friday night, 8:00 o'clock. The Sewing Circle, Friday afternoon, 2:30 o'clock. Mrs. Lucy Hall, Pres. A cordial invitation is extended to all persons. J. A. THOS-FAZELL, S. T. B. Pastor. Residence—E, 2rd Ave. and Washington St. S. B. Banks & Company REAL ESTATE AGENTS --- Do more for their clients in saving, loaning and good management of property than they expect. We make a specialty of finding good houses for renters as well as tenants for owners. Always plenty of bargains on hand. If you have anything to sell that is a bargain, it will go quick with us. When you are ready to borrow, we have money to lend at the very lowest rates. 1023 21st St. Phone Main 1144. $8.50 (CASH WITH ORDER $.65) NO MORE TROUBLE FROM PUCTURES. Result of 15 years' experience in tire DESCRIPTION with a special quality without allowing the a that their tires have on an ordinary tire, the prepared fabric on the or soft roads is overe squeezed out between tires is $4.50 per pair, l of only $4.80 per pair. You do not pay a cent We will allow a cash FULL CASH WITH plated brass hand pu puncture closers to be at OUR expense if fo PAGE. 10. Big Stock Varied Assortment Reasonable Prices Pleasing Service 2060 Larimer Street ```markdown ``` General Jobbing Promptly Attended To Business Address 3131 HUMBOLDT STREET. C. W. WIGINGTON ARCHITECT Sheridan Wyoming Plans and specifications furnished for all classes of buildings Seven years experience. 1 Notice the thick rubber tread "A" and puncture strips "B" and "D," also rim strip "H" to prevent rim cutting. This tire will outlast any other make- SOFT, ELASTIC and EASY RIDING. PAGE. 16 Railroad Men and Waiters' Club 2149 Curtis Street WE LEAD OTHERS FOLLOW FRANK BURNLEY, Mgr. Headquarters for Porters Waiters, and Railroad Men. Phone Main 8232 Good Bargains in High Grade Clothing HOFFMAN 1828 WELTON STREET BUYS AND SELLS GOOD CLOTHING Rents Dress Suits Handles the Best Line of Ladies' and Gents' Clothing Also Exchanges Them. If You Want to Buy a Home SEE JACOBS THE REAL ESTATE MAN He has from 15 to 20 houses for sale in all parts of the city. Small payment down, bal. same as rent Office 1, 23rd St., cor. Park Ave. FREE! FREE! FREE! We have 30 first-class rooms listed with us this week, and will locate you in any part of the city free of charge. Why not come to us and let us give you what you want without any cost to you? Rooming and boarding houses listing with us can always be filled. Come and see us or call us and we will come and see you. The Roomers' and Boarders' Exchange is the thing for the people, at least everybody says so. We guarantee to please. L. B. Banks & Co., 1023 21st street. Phone Main 1144. SPECIAL LOCALS SPECIAL LOCALS FOR RENT-Seven room modern house, gas and coal range, at 2605 Lafayette street for $25. Apply at this office. FOR RENT-Front room in modern house. Gentleman preferred. Mrs. THE STATESMAN. DENVER. COLORADO. Fine, 2949 Glenarm Place. FOR RENT—Nicely furnished room in modern house. Gentleman preferred. Phone Maine 7349. Mrs. Woodward, 2934 Glenarm Place. FOR RENT—Furnished rooms, very convenient and neat. 2447 Welton street. Mrs. Summerville, Phone Main 7571. FOR RENT—Furnished rooms in modern house at 704 Twenty-ninth street. Mrs. Boyd. FOR RENT—Nicely furnished rooms at 2132 Stout street. Mrs. Cole. FOR RENT—Nicely furnished rooms at 1849 Marion street. FOR RENT-Furnished rooms au 2121 Arapahoe street. Phone Olive 1755. Mrs. L. P Holmes. SEEING IS BELIEVING SEEING IS BELIEVING The finest stock of Ladies' and Gents' slightly used clothing in the West. Theatrical Gowns, Evening Gowns. Fine Full Dress Sits for rent. We buy and sell good clothing only. Also traveling men's samples, new, at wholesale prices. 528 15th Street Phone Main 5811 Ford's Hair Pomade Fifty years of success have proved the merits of this preparation. What is more attractive than a beautiful head of hair? It has been the ambition of women in all ages. The use of Ford's Hair Pomade makes stubborn, harsh, kinky or curly hair softer, more pliable and glossy, easy to comb and arrange in any style desired consistent with its length, as long as the Pomade remains in the hair. This result may be obtained by one thorough application according to directions. Two to four applications a month will keep the hair in satisfactory condition, and two to four bottles, regular size, are usually sufficient for a year. Directions with every bottle. Ford's Hair Pomade removes and prevents dandruff, invigorates the scalp and keeps it from getting harsh and dry, stops itching and prevents the hair from falling out or breaking off and gives it new life and vigor. Absolutely harmless. Used with splendid results even on children and infants. Delicately perfumed, its use is a constant pleasure. A most satisfactory toilet preparation for ladies, gentlemen and children. Don't buy anything else alleged to be "just as good"; if you want the best results buy Ford's Hair Pomade. Look for this name—"Charles Ford, Prest,"—on every package. If your druggist or local dealer cannot supply you with the genuine, we will send you One bottle, regular size, for . . $ .80 Three " " " " " . . 1.40 Six " " " " . . 2.50 One " small " " . . . 2.25 We pay postage and express charges to all points in U.B.A. When ordering send Postal or Express Money Order. All orders shipped promptly on receipt of price. Address The Ozonized Ox Marrow Co. 118 West Kinzie St. Chicago, Ill. FORD'S HAIR POMADE is made only in Chicago to the above firm. Agents Wanted Everywhere. FOR SALE. Five-room cottage, 1 lot, Park Hill, $1,500. $200 cash. FOR SALE. Six-room frame, 2 lots, all fitted up for chickens, in Elyria, $1,400. FOR RENT. Five-room modern, 22d block on Race. Six-room brick, 3700 block on High. A. A. WALLER, Secretary and Manager FOR RENT—Furnished room for gentlemen only. Mrs. Branford, 1258 Champa street. FOR RENT—Furnished rooms at 2214 Arapahoe street. Phone Main 8003. FOR RENT—Furnished rooms for gentlemen, very handy and close in. 1722 Logan avenue. FOR RENT—Furnished rooms, very convenient for light housekeeping, at 2615 Welton street. Mrs. Smith. FOR RENT—Two large front rooms, elegantly furnished in modern house. Phone purple 1796. Mrsfl Callie Howard, 2418 Champa street. BOARD AND ROOMS—In modern house, 2562 Glenarm Place. Phcue SINCE 1853 SINCE 1853 JOHN A. BROWN CURTIS M. HARRIS Funeral Director M. SALE. Five-room cottage, 1 lot, $1,500. $200 cash. SALE. Six-room frame, 2 lots, up for chickens, in Elyria, $1,400. RENT. Five-room modern, 22d Race. Six-room brick, 3700 block secretary and Manager Phone Main 6243 A. M. LAWHORN UNDERTAKER Mrs. J. J. Stafford, Lady Assistant A First-Class Mortuary Establishment FIRST AID TO THE BEREAVED IN THE TIME OF THE DEATH OF THEIR LOVED ONES Parlors 1921 Arapahoe Street Licensed Embalmer 8562 Main. Mrs. Frankie Martin. FOR RENT—Furnished rooms, very convenient. John Nelson, 2148 Curtis Phone Main 8034. FOR RENT — Nicely furnished rooms in modern house. Mrs. Jackson, 2431 Court Place. FOR RENT—Front room furnished, at 2475 Arapahoe street. Call mornings before 10:30 or after 6 p. m. FOR RENT—Furnished rooms; also unfurnished, in modern house. Mrs. Clements, 2630 Welton St. FOR RENT — Two unfurnished rooms for housekeeping. Mrs. Branford, 1259 Champa street. J. R. CONTEE, PRESIDENT, R. E. HANDY, LICENSED MRS. BALMER. The Douglass Undertaking Company Incorporated-Bonded to the city Phone Main 6123 1023 19th Street PAGE & LIBERIA’S CAPABLE RULER, President Arthur Barclay as Lawyer, Statesman and Diplomat. His excellency Arthur Barclay, pres- ident of the republic of Liberia, was born in Barbados, British West In- dies, and was carried by his parents to Liberia when a mere boy. Prest- dent Barclay boasts of the fact that in order to earn money with which to pay for his schooling he had to hawk sult in the streets of Monrovia. He was educated at the Liberian college and has been connected with the pub- lic service of the government for about thirty years. He is a lawyer of re- puted ability and has been president of Liberia since 1903. It may be interesting in this connec- tion to state that the Liberian repub- lic, over which he presides, was found- ed by the abolitionists of the United States, who assisted emancipated slaves to emigrate to that country. It has been about ninety-two years since the first settlement was made and about seventy years since the in- dependence of the republic was pro- claimed. There is much speculation at the present time by the great world powers as to the final settlement of the many intricate problems of Liberia ie . a R aa rd ao PRESIDENT ARTHUR BARCLAY. and her future place in the catalogue of republics if the United States be- comes sponsor for her governmental affairs. All things considered, President Bar- clay has done well in the management ef the little state and will no doubt in the present unsettled condition of things maintain the same farsighted- bess in statecraft and international Ciplomacy which has characterized his past administration. GOOD NEWS FROM THE REV. W. H. SCOTT. Reports on the Condition of the Grand Old Baptist Warrior and Race Champion Encouraging. The William H. Scott Aid society, which was organized at the St. Paul's Baptist church, Camden street, Boston, Itey. B. R. Farris, pastor, at the sug- gestion of Rey. M. A. N. Shaw, pastor of the New Twelfth Baptist church, Boston, to collect funds to provide treatment for Rev. William H. Scott of Woburn, Mass., for tuberculosis, already in an advanced stage, has been given money for this purpose gener- ously since its creation and bas borne THE STATESMAN, DENVER, COLORAD~. We entire expenses or tue pese expert treatment obtainable in New England for a person in Rey, Scott's condition at the Wales cottage, Rutland, under Dr. Bayard Crane, leading physician. He reports the cottage management, doctor and nurse treat him splendidly. His rapidly wasting condition has been arrested, and he is slowly but steadily improving. The society solicits the aid of all those who believe in this effort of the colored race to show that it appre- clates its honest, unselfish, self sacri- ficing advocates, champions and de- fenders of its citizenship and will not see such a one as Rey. Scott suffer when sickness and poverty overtake them. J. A. Crawford of 95 Camden street, Boston, 1s president, William Monroe Trotter, 21 Cornhill, Boston, chairman disbursing committee. NONE OF THESE PLANS WORKS In the Divine Program of Evolution Nothing Is Accidental. Tt is amusing to read the various prophecies of distinguished persons concerning the future of the Negro in America, says the Yonkers (N, Y,) Standard. Some of these prophecies return us to slavery, some deport us to Africa, and others doom us to exter- mination by force of contact. In the divine program of evolution nothing is accidental, and the coming of the Negro to America, together with the coming of millions of immigrants from Europe and elsewhere, is merely the beginning of some great scheme of God's which no man can now fathom. It may be that the ultimate fusion of all the various types among us will produce a type superior to any of past times and that this new race will exer- cise some great power in the world. God moves in a mysterious way his wonders to perform. We cannot block his plans and are overwhelmed with confusion whenever we {ry to do so. New President For Fisk University. The board of trustees of Fisk univer- sity, Nashville, Tenn., is fortunate in securing the services of Dr. George A. Gates, a prominent educator of Call- fornia, as president of the university. Dr. Gates was inaugurated president of the schooi on Thursday, March 31, Important Event For Savannah. The next annual convention of the State Association of Physicians, Den- tists and Vharmacists will convene in Savannah, Ga., on Tuesday, May 17. Dr. George N. Stoney, president of the association, is urging every member of the organization to be present at the coming session and says: “Georgia must continue to lead. Let everybody come.” Sunday Schools to Meet In New York. The New England Baptist Sunday school convention, N. Barnett Dodson president, will hold its seventeenth an nual session with the Sunday school of the Abyssinian Baptist church, 242 244 West Fortieth street, New York, beginning ‘Cnesday morning, May 31, and concluding at noon Wednesday, June 1. eeadihy BUSINESS UTZ sees The Washington commercial council, though young in polnt of age, has be- come the leading local businses organ- ization of the nation’s capital. In han- dling the Banks-Mound Bayou meeting recently the promoters of the council showed what can be accomplished when men work together in harmony Imbued with a spirit of mutual help- fulness. — Charleston (W. Va.) Advo- cate. PHONE 1461 2300-2306 LARIMER ST. =—_—_ __—SS———=—==_—_— = Groceries, Vegetables, Fruits, Meats, Delicatessen . OUR SPECIALTIES FOR THE COMING WEEK. VEGETABLES | MEATS, A Fresh line of Vegetables Te- | In this Department there is ceived daily: Radishes, Potatoes, nothing Jacking: Beef, Mutton Lettuce, Onions, Cabbage, Tur- and Pork. 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Burke Leads Vigorous Campaign For Larger Negro Membership. With the beginning of the Easter season the Catholic church in the United States entered upon a vigorous campaign of home missionary endeavor, giving special attention to the broadening of its activity in behalf of Negroes. The campaign is in charge of the Rev. John E. Burke, director general of the Catholic board for mission work among the colored people. It is proposed to build new and larger schools in the south, tear down old mission chapels and in their place raise substantial churches, encourage Negro youths to study for the priesthood and give the missionaries a new impetus to continue their work for the conversion and education of the Negro. Father Burke has decided to raise annually for this purpose the sum of $100,000, and to aid him in his project the directorate, composed of Cardinal Gibbons, Archbishops Farley, Ryan and Blenk and Bishops Allen and Kelley, has recently appointed an assistant in the Rev. D. J. Bustin of Scranton, Pa. Father Bustin has been relieved of all parochial duty by Bishop Hoban and is now making a visitation of the churches in Pennsylvania in behalf of the Negroes. It is Father Burke's idea that the first year's fund shall be contributed by the young Catholics of America, by the young men and women employed in mills, factories and stores, students at colleges and universities and those in the various professions. The numerous religious associations attached to parishes, such as the young men's and young women's sodalities, will have an opportunity to contribute as a body. This fund will be the free gift of the young people. Father Burke said recently at headquarters in the Metropolitan building, "The Negroes need the Catholic church, and it is our duty to convert and educate them." Madam J. M. Mason LADIES' TAILORING AND FASHIONABLE DRESSMAKING PARLORS Connected with the London Clothes Cleaning and Pressing Co. 76-78 Broadway Denver, Colo. Phone South 659 60 YEARS' EXPERIENCE PATENTS TRADE MARKS DESIGNS Anyone sending a sketch and description may quickly ascertain our opinion free whether an invention is probably patentable. Communications strictly confidential. HANDBOOK on Patents sont free. Oldest agency for securing patents. Patents taken through Munn & Co. receive special notice, without charge, in the A handsomely illustrated weekly. Largest collection of any scientific journal. Terms: $3 a year; four months, $L. Sold by all newdealers MUNN & Co. 361 Broadway New York Branch Office, 26 F. St. Washington D.C. THE STATESMAN, DENVER, COLORADO. Office Phone Main 5595. Hours: 9 to 11 a. m., 1 to 4 p. m. 7 to 8 p. m. DR. P. E. SPRATLIN Rooms—31-2 Good Block. Residence, 2230 Clarkson Street. Telephone York 123. Dr. DeFrantz, Dr. McClain, 8-10 a. m. 8 a. m.-6 p. m. 2-4 p. m. 7-8 p. m. At other times by appointment. DR. McCLAIN, Dentist. Plate, Crown and Bridge work a specialty. DR. DeFRANTZ, Physician and Surgeon. 2802 Welton. Phone Main 7416. OFFICE HOURS: 9 to 11 am. m. 3 to 5 p. m. 7 to 8 p. m. Sundays by appointment and 9 to 10 a. m. DR. W. A. JONES 911 TWENTY-FIRST STREET. Office Phone Main 5554. Dr. Westbrook Dr. Harper. 10 to 11 a.m. 8 to 12 m. 2 to 5 p.m. 7 to 8 p.m. 1 to 5 p.m. All Other Hours and Sunday by Appointment DR. WESTBROOK Physician an. Surgeon. DR. HARPER Dentist. 'Phone Main 1144. 1021 Twenty-First Street Over Allen's Drug Store Phone Main 8625 After hours 3230 DR. JUSTINA L. FORD OFFICE HOUR3: 10 to 12 a. m., 2 to 4 p. m., . to 8 p. OFFICE AND RESIDENCE. 2111 Arapahoe Street, Denver. JOS. H. STUART LAWYER PRACTICES IN ALL COURTS. Office 329 Kittredge Bldg. Cor. 16th and Glenarm. Residence 2421 Ogden street. Phone Olive 2294. Examining abstracts of title, and drawing up legal documents given careful attention. GEORGE G. ROSS ATTORNEY AND COUNSELLOR-AT- LAW. Abstracts of title, wills, deeds and all legal matters pertaining to real and personal property carefully looked after. Room 207 Kittredge Building. Phone Main 6722. Residence, 2344 Tremont Place. After 6700 Phone Olive 1414. --- Residence Phone No. 15. West THE LEADING EDUCAT A Faculty of Eighteen T MA Stea Theological, Classical, Nor- bracing courses in A Printing, Bookbir- making, Milline THOROUGH DISCIPL Western University THE LEADING EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION FOR NEGROES IN THN WEST. A Faculty of Eighteen Thoroughly Equipped Teachers from the Leading Institutions in America. Classical, Normal, Sub-Normal, Musical, State Courses in Architecture, Carpentry, Mechanical, Bookbinding, Tailoring, Business Course, Making, Millinery, Cooking, Laundrying and FarmISH DISCIPLINE, CHRISTIAN INFLUENCE, SUPERVISION. Theological, Classical, Normal, Sub-Normal, Musical, State Industrial, embracing courses in Architecture, Carpentry, Mechanical Drawing, Printing, Bookbinding, Tailoring, Business Course, Dressmaking, Millinery, Cooking, Laundrying and Farming. THOROUGH DISCIPLINE, CHRISTIAN INFLUENCE, CAREFUL SUPERVISION. FINE MILITARY BAND AND ORCHESTRA. FOR FULL INFORMATION WRITE TO PROF. SHELTON FRENCH ACTING PRESIDENT OF WESTERN UNIVERSITY, QUINDARO, KANS L INFORMATION WRITE TO PROF. SHEL PRESIDENT OF WESTERN UNIVERSITY, QUIN WM. EHM MANAGER EAST TURNER FOR FULL INFORMATION WRITE TO PROF. SHELTON FRENCH, ACTING PRESIDENT OF WESTERN UNIVERSITY, QUINDARO, KANB. THE HOTEL --- --- Automobile for Hire The image shows a group of people standing in a dark room, facing a large screen. The screen displays a black and white image with some text that is not clearly visible. The people are wearing dark clothing, and their faces are partially obscured by the screen. The room appears to be dimly lit, with no visible furniture or decorations. THE COLORED ORPHANAGE AND OLD FOLKS' HOME. Located at 873 Zuni street, Denver, Colo.; take Lawrence street ar west, and get off at West Eighth avenue; go due west through the Barn shops eight blocks. This institution provides a home for homeless colored children and aged women and men of the race. We also care for children whose parents are in service and cannot keep them, at a very small pittance. Any information can be had by writing a letter or postal to 873 Zuni street, or telephoning Main 7316. Eastern University Educational Institution for Negroes in Thr WEST. en Thoroughly Equipped Teachers from the Leading Institutions in America. MAGNIFICENT BUILDINGS. Steam Heated and Electric Lighted. DEPARTMENTS: nal, Sub-Normal, Musical, State Industrial, em- architecture, Carpentry, Mechanical Drawing, ting, Tailoring, Business Course, Dress- ay, Cooking, Laundrying and Farming. NINE, CHRISTIAN INFLUENCE, CAREFUL SUPERVISION. TION WRITE TO PROF. SHELTON FRENCH WESTERN UNIVERSITY, QUINDARO, KANS WM. EHMKE MANAGER EAST TURNER HALL 2132-2148 Arapahoe St. Phone 2449 Denver Office Phone No. 1423. ersity FOR NEGROES IN THM ers from the Leading hted. State Industrial, em- mechanical Drawing, Course, Dress- and Farming. ENCE, CAREFUL SHELTON FRENCH Y, QUINDARO, KANS HMKE GER NER HALL --- PAGE. 3. PAGE. 4. FOR RENT—A six-room modern house for $20.00. Enquire at this office. Mrs. M. H. Franklin of 2710 Arapahoe street, with Phone Main 8034, grows hair and gives scalp treatment as a specialty. Miss Edith Cox arrived home from Western University on account of the illness of her grandmother. James Owens is recovering somewhat from his serious illness. Pinn and Walton have opened the new quarters for the building laborers at 2342 Larimer street. Tilford McAllister is the servitor behind elegant new fixtures, while accommodations for idle or pleasure seeking laborers are furnished such as are rare to find anywhere. Invitations are out for the Utopian Club dance, which is to be given on April 14th. Mr. Carl Ditton will meet Mme. Hackley in Denver to assist her in her recital, after which he will go on to the West. Mme. Hackley will return to Philadelphia by way of St. Paul, filling other engagements on the way. Miss Eva Carter has opened her dressmaking parlors at 2111 Arapahoe street. Phone Maine 8625. She will be glad to see old and new customers. The Elks will give their sixth annual anniversary ball and entertainment at East Turner Hall April 27. Have you extra time? Do you want to make a good living? Canvassing in some selected lines is what you are looking for. Address B 321, Statesman. FOR RENT—A five-room house; apply at 2215 Cleveland Place; around the corner from Shorter Church. The Bee Hive rooming house has been removed to 2130 Arapahoe street, but it is still for sale. It is now in a more desirable location for roomers; also cheaper rent. Three floors each with bath and toilet. Will sell for $450. Call and see Mrs. Annie Bobo, proprietress. $30 PER MONTH FOR SOMEONE A gentleman will pay $30 per month for room and board in a quiet family. Persons having such accommodations will please address, care of The Statesman, 1026 Nineteenth street, stating accommodations. There were 22 baptized in the union baptizing at Shorter Sunday and 11 were Campbell's members. Those baptized at Campbell's: Mrs. Leah Wilson, Mrs. Ella Glover, Mrs. Isabel Franklin, Mrs. Eva Franklin, Mrs. Blanch Franklin, Arthur Franklin, Pearl Rucker, Buelah Berry, Mrs. Prowle, John Lewis and Frank Highower. --- THE STATESMAN, DENVER, COLORADO. City News W. A. Watkins is in the ctiy from the north country service of the Burlington. William Walton has resigned his position as laborer at the United States Mint and will go into the cement business. FOR RENT—160 acres or break sod for rent; house and barn, near Denver. Inquire this office. Mr. and Mrs. John Dosier announce the engagement of their daughter Fannie to Mr. Roy H. Clark of Spokane, Wash. Mrs. A. J. Taylor, who has been in St. Joseph's Hospital, where she underwent an operation, has recovered sufficiently to be out again. There has been no issue of the Colorado Springs Enterprise come to this office in the last few weeks, and we are informed that it is not being published. Pete Burns and his band of twelve artists are in the city with the Sells Floto Shows. The East End Literary Society last Friday night was well served in a program. Mrs. Jeter, pianist, was a special feature. A prize giving contest will occur in the near future with ten ladies running against ten gentlemen. Zeke Lindsey is very ill. Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Duncan of Glenwood Springs are in the city this week, where they have come to meet a brother who is en route westward and stops over here for a short while. Miss Rhoda Clemens oi 2606 Welton St. is now located at 2030 Welton St., up stairs over Sarus & Brummer's Grocery store, where she will be glad to meet her friends. Everybody is coming Monday night to hear Mme. Hackley and Mr. Carl Diton at Shorter A. M. E. church. Come early because program will begin promptly as advertised. M. C. Cook is ill. There will be a grand concert and midget statuary exhibit ending with the beautiful tableau, "Clinging to the Cross" and "The Babe of Bethlehem" and "Descending Angel," given at Central Baptist church Monday, April 18. Admission 10c. A beautiful prize will be given the one selling the most tickets. IN MEMORIAM. In loving memory of our beloved husband and father, Irving Williams, who died April 11, 1909. MRS. IRVING WILLIAMS AND FAMILY. High Masons Here Two distinguished visitors came to the city Saturday and remained until Monday, in the persons of Dr. M. O. Rickets of St. Joseph, Grand Master of Masons of Missouri and Jurisdiction and Grand Patron of the Order of the Eastern Star, and T. P. Mahammitt of Omaha, editor of the Omaha Enterprise, Past Deputy Grand Master of Missouri Masons and Vice Patron of the Order of the Eastern Star. They have been touring the Northwest inspecting the lodges under the Missouri Grand Lodge and doing work in the higher degrees of Masonry, for which work Dr. Ricketts holds credentials from the Sovereign Grand Commander of the United States. They came here directly from Salt Lake City. While here they were entertained at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Rountree and were the recipients of social honors at the hands of the local Masons. Sunday they took dinner with Mr. and Mrs. William Sprague, Grand Secretary of the Colorado Jurisdiction, and were taken over the city in an automobile as the guests of the Rocky Mountain Lodge. Sunday evening Victor Walker entertained them and their escorts at a sumptuos dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Watkins. It was served in courses, including the finest of viands and beverages procurable. Nothing was too good for the guests, the excellence of the meal being supplemented by automobile service to their respective homes. Monday was spent in sightseeing, and Monday afternoon they left for their homes in the East. A distinguished Mason, P. H. Gipson of Pueblo, Grand Master of Masons for Colorado, came to the city Sunday to be with them and shared with them the honors that were heaped upon them. Monday evening he made his official visit to Rocky Mountain Lodge and addressed them upon their Masonic duty and inspected their work. He found the lodge free of debt and 124 members strong, with assets amounting to $7,000, with a goodly sum in the bank. Several of the singers of the younger set met at the residence of A. Wayman Ward Thursday night and begun on an Oratorio, "Under the Palms," to be given May 12th. NOTICE. All Knights of Tabor are asked to meet April 15th at 2157 Lawrence street at the home of the undersigned at 8 p.m. L. J. JONES. NOTES OF THE PEOPLE'S PRES BYTERIAN CHURCH. Sermon topics Sunday, April 11 11 a. m., "Fight or Die;" 7 p. m., "P. S. C. E., God Is Here." Ps. 139 1-12; 8 p. m., "Trágedy of a Woman" Love." Prayer meeting, "The Glorious Transformation;" Phil. 3:20-21. Last Sunday we were favored with quite a few new faces at our services. Among them were Mr. Wilson, a blue stocking from Indiana; Dr. Crosswaite and Mr. J. H. Gibbs and family. It is very gratifying to note the success in all the departments of church work. The Y. P. S. C. E., Sabbath school, Forum, Women's Sewing Circle and Bible Institute are all giving satisfaction. The church will report to the Presbytery of Denver on the 19th inst. the sum of $1,674.90, a net gain of 23 members, and the church filled with the spirit of Christ as a result of nine months' work. This is in addition to a gift of $2,000 from the Presbyterian family. The pastor is under obligations to the ladies of the cchurch for their surprising him in such a way. Thanks for the sumptuous spread last Friday night week. The congregation appreciates the acceptable services rendered by Mrs. Maude Kerr, Mrs. H. J. Pierce and Miss Alline Gibbs in the choir last Sabbath; also the part performed by the last two named ladies at the oFrum on Thursday night. FOR VISITORS AND FRIENDS: If you are without a church home COME. We can help you. If you are LOOKING FOR CHURCH WORK, COME. YOU CAN help us. PROF. WILL TAYLOR, SPECIALIST ON Hard corns. Soft corns. Festered corns. Nervo-vascular corns Vascular corns Laminated corns. Fibrous corns. Callasities spots. Bunions. Chilblain feet. Ingrowing nails. Call to see me in regard to your feet. 911 18th street. Phone Main 7402 Brown, the hatter, located at 718 $ _{1/2} $ Eighteenth street, makes a specialty of Stetsons, High Rollers, Panamas and Straw hats. His Cleaning, Blocking, Flanging, Lining and Retrimming makes an old hat new. A positive guarantee goes with all work. Moderate prices. Goods called for and delivered. Phone Main 3661. 8. A. Bondurant, dealer in slightly worn men's clothing. Dress suits for rent. 1077 Broadway. 'Phone Main 3433. NO NAME Clothing Store Established over a Quarter of a Century. Oldest and Most Reliable of its kind in the West. Proprietors strictly American and Irish. Ladies' and Gent's Good Clothing Stage Costumes, Evening Dresses and Parlor Gowns a Specialty. DRESS SUITS RENTED Phone Main 8252 SPORTS sno me THE STAGE | By LEON PRYOR JEFF GONE INTO TRAINING. | BERT—GRANTS—BERTHA. ; Jim Jeffries has gone to work and says he knows how nard_he will have to work to get in condition. He is not going to take any chances with John- son, Well, Jeff, 1 think your goose is cooked and you might train for a year and then come out loser, for Jack 1s just as sure to win as he is to run that gasoline wagon. Yes, Jack Jonn- son says he will win in 20 rounds, which will give everybody their mon- ey’s worth who attend the fight. Jack is im light training in his private gym. in Chicago, and has a large crowd around him who say they are going to bet every dollar on him. BOB WATKINS’ STORY. Boy says that when he was in his prime he had a right hand that would have made Maud’s kick look sick. He said he once knocked out a fellow, and when he came to he thought a ten- story” house had fallen on him, and while his seconds were busy trying to bring him to his right mind he pleaded with them not to save him, but try and save the rest of the people. I'll bet Bob was a great destroyer of men in his day. Oh you Bob. LANGFORD AND KETCHEL. 1 guess they are matched for a fight on the 72th of April, which means that Sam should bring home the same old story, he certainly was easy. a i co # . f ag Me 2 4 a = Oe ‘e ) ee f Young Gans, the fast featherweight boxer, who will meet Speed Ross in a f-round battle at Rock Springs, Wyo., on April 15th, says he will put his man away Inside of 15 rounds and then he will go to Memphis to fight Kid Carter. THE STATESMAN, DENVER, COLORADO. BERT—GRANTS—BERTHA. Will be in Denver some time this spring. Don’t know just what time, but they say they are coming with one more swell act. LEW DOCKSTADER Has gone into vaudeville. He is doing a black-face stunt and still up in the air with his ship. BERT WILLIAMS. Bert is in New York looking after his new play for next season, which he says will be his last and best com- pany. He will retire after two more years, as Bert says he has been in front of the lights for 15 years and thinks that a plenty. COLORED THEATER-GOERS. Don't seem to be as appreciative of those colored performers as they should be. That is, they are not as demonstrative as the whites are with their performers, and applause is what makes the actor an actor. When you go to a theater and there is a col- ored performer on the bill give him the hand. He likes it and It helps him with the managers. JOHNSON MAY STOP IN DENVER 1 received a letter from Jac kJohn- son on Wednesday stating that he may stop in Denver on his way to the coast. He will leave Chicago about the 15th of April and will let me know a week ahead if he can possibly stop over in Denver., which would be abou! the 21st, as he will stop in Kansa: City and St. Louis, but must be on the coast by the 25th of April. D. A. C. BOYS AT POOL. There will be a match game at the Rocky Mountain Athletic Club Tuesday evening, April 12th. The boys will play for $10 a side bet. Contestants: Tom Williams, John Carter, 'Genc Carter, Jesse Williams, George Dean and Leon Pryor. The game will start at §:30 p. m. SPECIAL CAR. Vick Walker, president of the R. M. A. C., says he will charter a car from Denver to ‘Frisco to see the fight. There will be about 75 colored people leave for the fight from Denver. Young Bruce will probably send in his challenge for the winner of the Gans-Ross fight April 15th at Rock Springs, Wyo. Bruce is in fine shape The theater for the Denver colored people will be ready to open about the last of May, as the contractors will not start until the first of May. The seating capacity will be about 500. This will be great for Denver. Professor Easley is in Salt Lake City. He went there to play in the Wilson house. | Professor Holly, the song writer will soon be a standard writer for the Haviland Music Publishing Com pany, and will have some new songs out in a week or ten days. Everybody is coming Monday night to hear Mme. Hackley and Mr. Carl Diton at Shorter A. M. E. church. Come early because program will be- gin promptly as advertised. Madam E. AZALIA as HACKLEY Dir 2ct from London, England WILL APPEAR AT Shorter A. M. E. Church MONDAY, F EVENING, April 11 é She will ae at the American cari. Tour D ee | Adrnission 25c and 35c FOR RENT—Two Furnished Rooma, modern house, 2350 .afayette St. MEMORIAL CARD. In affectionate renembrance of our father and husban, Fred D. Fields, departed this life April 11, 1908. Gone but not forgotten. MRS. F. D. FIEI DS AND FAMILY. EAST LA3 VEGAS. Particularly aporopriate for the day set apart for he commemoration of the resurrection of the Savior, Eas- ter Sunday dawnei fair and warm. Following the sto: my weather of the day preceding it seems as though na- ture itself was re oicing in the pass- ing of the anniversary of the most important festive! observed by all | Christendom. The A. M. E. L) ceum is progressing nicely. The prog-am rendered Tues- ‘day night the merting was enjoyed by all. | Presiding Elder Rev. Prince has ar- rived in our city nd will spend a few — here. Mrs. Bynum, + ife of Rey. Bynum, is expected to arrive in our city Fri- day. 3 Mr. L. R. Hizes departed for his former home in santa Fe. Mrs. Grear of (a Junta, Colo., is in the city visiting 1er daughter, Mrs. M. Jefferson. Mr. Anderson Taylor, who for the past several weeks has been ill, is re covering rapidly. Mr. L. Bradye entertained a few of his friends Monday evening at an Easter party. Those present reported having had a very enjoyable time. There will be a social Wednesday night at the parsonage given by the Stewards of the A. M. E. Church. OFFICIAL CALL. The Executive Board of the State Federation of Colored Women's Clubs of Colorado and jurisdiction, will hold their annual meeting April 14th, 1910, at 319 East Cimarron street, Colorado Springs, Colo. The session begins at 10:00 a.m. All state officers and pres- idents of local clubs are urged to at- tend. By order of Secretary. MISS MATTIE ALDRIDGE. 1116 W. 11th St. Pueblo, Colo., March 9, 1910. SPRING MILLINERY If You Wish to Look Well | Wear a geod looking | hat. You can do so by calling at the Home Industrial Millinery Parlor. Phone York 5142 Mrs. M. Turner 122 ©. 200 ————— oe ROTEL AS PAGE. 6. THE STATESMAN, DENVER, COLORADO. a TES Liberia Needs ro, — — - oe re Pan 3 - ) Strong Backing | gg Bag | ad Hard Pressed by Internal Dangers and| | { Sie seeeaes | ee ee 8! Threatened With Outside Opposition, RE ee eect meee fae All the Little African Republic Is Well ‘Ga | ee .|| |e ae meets tou! Nigh Hopeless—Commissioners” re “Soe ee ye stag Report Not Optimistic. | I S Rae | ea ee ort Perhaps no state paper of national or international importance in recent years has given rise to as much con- jecture and widespread interest among Afro-Americans in the United States as has the long looked for report of the American commission which was sent to Liberia in the spring of 1909 to investigate and report on the gen- eral condition of affairs in that little republic. Upon three distinct occasions during the year the aforesaid interest was intensitied, but without any definite information as to the actual work or accomplishments of the commission- ers. The first was when the commis- sioners returned to the United States, the second was the return of United States Minister Ernest Lyon and, third, When congress convened last Decem- ber. The report has at last been made public. Pressed upon one side by France and beset by Great Britain upon the other, Liberia, the little Negro republic of Africa, is between two millstones which threaten to grind it off the map unless the nation has the support of some power commensurate in strength with Great Britain.and France. This is one of the principal conelu- sions expressed in the report of the American commission to Liberia, which was transmitted to congress by President Taft with a special mes- sage on Saturday, Mareh 26. After reviewing the internal dangers which threaten Liberia as well as those which crowd upon her from the out- side, the report recommends: That the United States extend its ald to Liberia in the prompt settlement of her boundary disputes. That the United States enable Li- beria to refund its debt by assuming, as a guarantee for the payment of ob- Iigations under such an arrangement, the control and collection of Liberian customs. That the United States lend its as- sistance to the reform of the internal finances, That the United States aid in organ- woz ana drilling a competent constab- miauntain a research station and reopec the question of establishing a uaval voaling station in Liberia. For what it has been able to accom- plisk the government of the little re- public aud those responsible for its rule are commended highly by the commission, The Liberians have ad- vanced in their civilization, and the native element has not undergone any retrogression. ‘The civilization of the uation has also done much toward ad- vancing the tribes, the commission says. Attention is called to the fact that the Liberians never have resorted to revolution, and the nation {is not, as las been said, bankrupt. Liberia, while attempting to solve ber internal problems, has become involved in ex- ternal ones which are very threaten- fe ar bh eo. a. PS Be 8 ‘CO Se ied foe 7 a : Zao ee > Sie es aa pie 2 ; ei Oe © re ‘as i ae ee te LIBERIAN COMMISSIONERS FAULKNER, SCOTT AND SALE. ‘ne rerorm program aaoprea upon the advice of Great Britain is con- demned by the commission, and the causes are described in the report as “the bungling of British officials in 1909," which resulted in a frontier police officered largely by British That feature the commission declares impossible for the good of Liberia. In summarizing the conditions there the commission says that help from the United States is demanded, as Creat Britain and France are not in a position to give disinterested assist- ance. ‘ Suggestions have also been made to the Liberian government by the com- mission, but the whole situation is summed up as very hopeless fer the little nation unless the United States steps in and helps her out. The com mission was composed of the Hous Roland P. Faulkner, chairman; Em- mett J. Scott and George Sale. Students Crowd Howard University. The catalogue of Howard university for 1909-10 shows an enrollment of 1,251 students from thirty-five states and territories and twelve foreign countries. The international character of the university is shown in the en rollment of eighty-five students from the British West Indies, seven from Cuba, five from British Guiana, eight from Porto Rico, three each from the republic of Panama and South Ameri- ca, two each from Liberia, South Af- rica, and West Africa and one each from Dutch Guiana, India and Santa Domingo, Taft's Nearo Policy Denounced. Elweod C. Knox of the Indianapolis (Ind.) Freeman, who generally knows what he is going to say before he speaks, gives this strong view of the present zigzag policy of William H. Taft: “All of our three hundred or more newspapers ought to join in roundly denouncing ‘Taft's Negro policies, which, if not stopped, will work untold injury to the race all over the world including every state In the Union. We are cmphatically against Negro race demoralization, degradation and elimi nation. To the shades of hades with the whole rotten thing! Our slogan fs: ‘All men up! An open door of oppor. tunity for ee ’ Big Musical Event For Philadelohia. At the twenty-sixth annual musica! of the Hotel Brotherhood of America, which will be held at Musical Fund hall, Philadelphia, on Thursday even ing, April 14, Miss Emma J. Tindley, the noted contralto singer, will be the star of the occasion on the literary pro- gram. The concert program will be rendered by the widely known Boston Dramatie company. . q We are now pleased to announce to 5 the public that we are now locating at y { 2057% Larimer street with all kinds of 5 4 hair goods and crnamental goods of all kinds, and we also announce we ’ 4 have a full line of millinery fn the t 4 latest Parisian style in hats and bon 5 aets of all kinds, , Miss Genevieve Hallowell, prop. b q Mrs. J. R. Hallowell, Mgr. ae a a a MRS. A, M. POPE-TURNBO. MRS, L. L. ROBERTS. 5 Poh re i js { ( Laue | finger-length, and my temples == myshoulders. — were bald half way up my head. When we first began our wonderful work of growing all kinds, all qual ities, all lengths, and all conditions of hair, even to the growing of balir on bal¢ laces of the head, many persons scorned the idea that such a thing \ 4s possible; but we have grown the hair for hundreds, rapidly achleviug success. The proof of the value of our work is that we ars be ing imitated and largely by persons whose own hair we have actually grown and the further fact that they have very frequently menticned us when trying to sell their goods (saying that “theirs is the same” or “just as good") or referred to “PORO.” We advise you to use only “PORO” Halr Grower, (the oldest and best of its kind). See that the name “PO. RO” is on every box, not genuine without {t. Prepared only by MRS. A M. POPB, —- BEWARE OF IMITATIONS - Call, or Address Mail to MRS. A. M. POPE-TURNBO 3100 Pine St. Louls, Mo. Bell Phone Bomont 3109 | BRANCH OFFICE IN DENVER . Conducted by a y Mrs M. A. HOLLY blone Olive 1984. 2118 Arapahoe stieet Branch office Boulder, Colorado, 2404 MIM! street. Mrs. Liszio Richard:, agent. Matn 67¥1 eae: 5 a Bt Ps & ate Ee or Veh Ae teeta | a 4 re oe i oy as - fe Fe, ee Ee Siti omens yey pea, DUR ewe = aR ae a beet : a co oe ea Pea ae Miss M. COWDER. Hair Dressing PARLORS. Shampooing, cutting and curling. All hair work made to order. Hair tonics, scalp treatments, mauicuring; stage wigs for rent for theatrical use or mask balls. Cheapest switches, 60 cents. Goods delivered out of the city. Phone Champa 1981 1219 2ist street. Denver, Colo The Original Hair Growers We Grew Our Hair . Now Let Us Grow ‘ Yours with “PORO” 2 mI TRADE MARK —___—* - (Registered) ; my hair just covered shoulders. ful work of growing all kinds, all qua of hair, even to the growing of balr persons scorned the idea that such a grown the hair for hundreds, rapidly he value of our work {6 that we ara be in other places by the Young Women's Christian association, and Mrs. Murray presented the great need of day nurseries to care for the small children whose mothers are compelled to leave them without protection while they go out to earn a living. Dr. Waldron called attention to the fact that many of the shacks in numerous alleys in the city were unfit for dwellings and urged that they be replaced by brick structures and that the city further see that there are proper sewerage connections in all the houses in the alleys and that hydrants with sinks be placed inside each house. He said that the city would always have a large class of poor people and that there would always be need of small houses, and, instead of closing up the alleys, he would advise that the houses in them be kept in sanitary condition and blind alleys be done away with, and that the condition of the people living in the alleys and courts of the city be improved so that these places shall cease to be plague spots and the rendezvous for the idle and the vicious, as many of them are at present. The conference favored the formation of a central committee which shall be made up of representatives from all organizations engaged in work of any kind for the uplift of the alley population of the city and that this committee hold conferences and public meetings at frequent intervals. New Literary Circle Organized. The young men and women of the Concord Baptist church in Brooklyn made a move along the right line when they met on Wednesday evening. March 30, and organized a literary circle. The temporary officers are W. K. Taylor, chairman; Charles Hensen, secretary. William H. Major and Miss Mary Martin head the committee on constitution and bylaws. HAPPY DIVERSIGN FOR POLITICIANS. Love Scenes For Members of Colored Republican League While Resting Upon Their Political Oars. In connection with the musical and dramatic concert to be given under the auspices of the Colored Republican League of Kings County at Sumner hall, Brooklyn, on Thursday evening. April 21, a mock trial in a breach of promise case will be conducted. The scene of the trial is laid in a drawing room, where the wife of Jay Cooke Busby, a wealthy broker, plans to marry her old maid sister to Barrymore Brown Smythe, a handsome, heartless wretch. Miss Mintie Clovertop fancies Mr. Barrymore is in love with her, falls into his arms and declares her love, while Mrs. Cynthia Busby sees the situation and congratulates the couple amid exciting scenes. "Twenty Days In Balmy France" was the subject of an able and scholarly lecture delivered by the Rev. Dr. A. Clayton Powell, pastor of the Abyssinian Baptist church, New York, in that edifice on Wednesday evening, March 30. Charles S. Smythwick, Esq., presided, and Mme. Elizabeth Tyler-Brent was the soloist of the evening. The committee in charge of the entertainment consisted of Mrs. Mattie F. Powell, chairman; Miss Clara M. Harris, secretary, and Mrs. Emma Thomas, treasurer. The refreshment and social committees were headed by Mrs. Mollie Middleton and Mrs. Sarah I. Jones. THE STATESMAN, DENVER, COLORADO. Conference of Alley Workers Many Prominent Persons Join In the Movement to Ameliorate Conditions Among Thousands Living In the Courts and Alleys of Washington—Rev. Dr. Waldron's Good Advice. A conference of individuals and organizations—white and colored—interested in the uplift of the alley population of Washington was held recently in Shiloh Baptist church. The meeting was called by the Alley Improvement Association of Washington, and there were present Dr. George M. Kober of the Association For the Prevention of Tuberculosis; Mrs. John Newton Culbertson, president, and and Mrs. H. E. Monroe, Mrs. L. F. Olney and Miss Lanterman of the Woman's Interdenominational Missionary union; Dr. and Mrs. Kline of the Gospel mission, Dr. George W. Cabaniss of the Anti-Tuberculosis society, Mrs. B. K. Bruce of the W. C. T. U., No. 2; Mrs. Williams, president, and Misses Cook, Carpenter and Cromwell of the Boys' club, in Blagden's court; Mrs. Bettie G. Francis, president, and Mrs. M. E. Holland of the C. Y. W. C. A.; Mrs. Anna E. Murray of the Day Nursery association and Mrs. P. Donoho, president, and Mesdames Mary C. Dismond, Elnora Wilson and Messrs. H. V. Roberson, James R. Moss and Charles P. Roy of the Alley Helping Hand Society of Shiloh church and the following members of the association calling the conference—namely, Revs. J. Milton Waldron, A. C. Garner, W. J. Howard, E. E. Ricks, F. J. Grimke, D. E. Wiseman and Professor Joseph; also Mesdames Rosetta Lawson, M. M. Waldron, S. Boyce and E. C. Lewis. Rev. Dr. Waldron presided and Rev. Mr. Wiseman conducted the devotional exercises. The chairman stated that the object of the conference was threefold-first, to become better acquainted with those engaged in social betterment, moral and religious work in the alleys of the city; second, to devise methods for enlarging and improving the work already being done; third, to prevent duplication of work and to insure harmony among workers. There were addresses by Dr. Kober, Mrs. Culbertson, Mrs. Monroe, Dr. Kline, Miss Cromwell, Mrs. B. K. Bruce, Mrs. Bettie G. Francis, Mrs. Anna E. Murray and Miss Cook. Dr. Kober said that the alley people were among the weaker and poorer citizens, that their only capital was their labor and that it is highly important that they should be healthy to make their capital profitable and that anything that tended to make them clean in home and life was to be commended, for it promoted health. Mrs. Monroe and Dr. Kline felt that the homes of these people and their bodies as well would be clean when the gospel took deep root in their hearts. Mrs. Culbertson thought that all the churches ought to be interested in this work and that the missionary societies of those churches should pray as well as work for the regeneration of the alley people. Mrs. Francis and Mrs. Holland spoke of the good work being done in Willow Tree alley and All Aboard For Oklahoma City Timeliness of Date For Annual Session of National Association of Teachers In Colored Schools Enables Delegates and Visitors to Get Special Railroad Rates. All indications point to a record breaking attendance at the forthcoming seventh annual session of the National Association of Teachers In Colored Schools, which will be held in Oklahoma City, beginning July 21, for two days. The date seems to be very timely, as persons desiring to make the trip may be able to take advantage of the home seeker's rates, which will be open to the public on July 19 and will enable one to make the trip, with liberal time limit, for a little more than one fare for the round trip. All the officers of the association are well known teachers, President R. R. Wright of the Georgia State college and Professor J. R. E. Lee of the academic department of Tuskegee institute being the active heads of the organization. The meeting last year at Asheville, N. C., is said to have eclipsed all previous efforts, but Professor J. H. A. Frazzleton, to whose persistence and strenuosity all present at Asheville can well attest, declares that the entertainment of the teachers and citizens of the baby state will more than compensate the visitors for the long journey. There appear to be some good reasons why the meeting at Oklahoma City should be a pronounced success. The invitation presented by Professor Brazzleton on behalf of the Oklahoma state association at Asheville last year was exceedingly cordial and sincere and had the uncompromising backing of the state department of education, which, the announcement comes, is assisting in the entertainment of the national association. Strenuous efforts are being made by the department of education in that state to build up a comprehensive organization that shall be effective and permanent in its results. Negro education in Oklahoma fares as well as the education of white children, and the coming of the national association in large numbers, bringing representative educators from state schools, colleges, universities and the common schools, will be a source of distinct encouragement to the teachers in that state. Surely the teachers of the Negro youth throughout the nation owe that duty to their struggling brethren in Oklahoma. The program is now in the hands of the proper parties and will be well arranged, as usual. Some addresses by prominent educators, public discussion of live and fruitful topics as well as the sectional meetings will lend interest to the occasion, and the social side of the gathering can well be left in the hands of Mr. Brazzleton. Mount Nebo tabernacle's Generosity. At the conclusion of the religious services recently held under the auspices of Mount Nebo tabernacle, No. 74, Grand United Order of Brothers and Sisters, Sons and Daughters of Moses, at the Aged Home For Colored People in Brooklyn the tabernacle contributed $25 to the home. The Rev. Dr. Holland Powell was the principal speaker. PAG2... School Answers Pressing Need Opening of the National Religious Training School and Ghautauqua at Durham Within a Few Months Will Attract Wide Attention—Success of Dr. J. E. Shepard. By HORACE D. SLATTER. Plans that point conclusively to the opening of the National Religious Training School and Chautauqua For the Colored Race at Durham, N. C., early in the summer have been definitely announced by Dr. James E. Shepard, the prime mover in the enterprise, who has been recently elected president by the board of trustees. Work is being rapidly pushed on the buildings, which when completed will make the institution one of the best equipped for Negroes in the south. The purpose of the institution is peculiarly different from that of any other for Negroes in the United States, and provision is made that many may enjoy a profitable summer vacation in Bible study, music, education, industrial arts and recreation in a sane and healthful proportion. The school is planned on the order of Winona and Northfield and offers special lecture series, high class musical events, special instruction for teachers and all kind of religious workers. Dr. Shepard's success in this work is remarkable, and since inaugurating the movement he has received the co-operation of some of the best and most prominent white and colored men of the north and south. On the lecture course are to be found such men as Rev. Dr. Jesse L. Hurlburt, New Jersey; Samuel H. McCracken, South Carolina; D. Webster Davis, Virginia; Dr. J. W. E. Bowen, Georgia; Chaplain W. H. Gladden, New York; Dr. John E. Ford, Florida; Dr. M. W. Gilbert, New York; Dr. W. A. Creditt, Pennsylvania; Bishop Robert Strange, North Carolina; Hon. N. B. Broighton, North Carolina; Miss Grace Hemingway, Illinois; N. O. Wilhelm, New Jersey; Dr. J. B. Dudley, North Carolina; Dr. W. Y. Ford, New York; Dr. M. C. B. Mason, Ohio; Bishop G. W. Clinton, North Carolina; John C. Dancy, North Carolina; Charles Alexander, Pennsylvania, and others. The summer school features will be particularly attractive and will doubtless set the pace for the entire year's work. Durham is a healthful location, and the cordiality with which all citizens of both races have assisted Dr. Shepard in the realization of his dreams bespeaks for the summer school unbounded success. The expenses are moderate and within the reach of ministers, teachers and others of the race who wish to avail themselves of the advantages offered at the Chautauqua. The establishment of the National Religious Training School and Chautauqua marks a departure in Negro educational institution and fills a long felt want. The summer school feature alone will appeal to many progressive teachers who have often desired a quiet retreat where they could spend the vacation weeks in profitable study and at the same time have delightful recreation and social contact with persons who to all intents and purposes feel themselves on equal so- Published Every Saturday at Denver, Colorade. 1026 19th Street C. A, FRANKLIN, Editor. TERMS. One year ... ......$2.00 Six months .....$1.00 Three monthe .. § .50 Entered at the postoffice at Denver, Colorado, as second class mailimatter. ee ee ee eee PHONE MAIN 7905. _oo HELP US BE PROMPT, Many changes are occurring in the districts ef the Denver pestoffice, ‘equiring new arrangement of eur mailing galleys, If your paper dees net reach you en Saturday, notify us at ence, De net delay. The fauit can enly be corrected by notification. Ne paper should be as late as Menday In reach Ing the subeoriber, Public Business is nobody’s busi- ness. Nobody loses directly if it is managed badly and nobody gets down to facts about it. For several months there appeared signed statements in the press of this city setting forth the facts in the wa- ter question from the viewpoint of the Denver Union Water company. These statements went into the minutest de- tails of the water business, The his- tory of water companies here, the sources of supply, the distance water is carried, the amount consumed per day, the cost to the consumer, the comparison of rates with other cities, all were given. The water company says water is cheap here and makes comparisons. The Rocky Mountain News says it is not. The appraisers say the present plant is worth a king’s ransom, and the News says it can be built for half as much. Positive statement on the one hand and abrupt denial on the other leave the voter bewildered. This one feature of the discussion strengthens us in our belief that the franchise for the next 20 years granted to the private company is best. We have discussed in previous issues the weakness of public owner- ship. We now point out the weakness of public ownership advocates. The one fact that they have contented themselves with denials of the state- ments made for the franchise. is fatal to their cause. It is said of a good lawyer, that when the facts are against him, and the law is against him, he beats up the bush. This is just what the Rocky Mountain News and the municipal ownership crowd are doing. If they were right a thou- sand times, from all human experi- ence we are justified in saying they are not, so long as they dare not pre- sent their case for our inspection. It is easy to say the other fellow is wrong. But that does not prove the accuser to be right! The people of Denver are not so foolish as to believe Senator Patterson right simply be- cause someone else is sald to be wrong. Mud-slinging is the last de fense of a hopeless cause. Sincerely we believe in socialism, communism, municipal ownership and every other dream of the Utopians. But when the people of Denver are not able to elect an election commission that will rise up to the ordinary decencies of office, much less be non-partisan and fair as the law presumes they will be, it seems to us hopeless to attempt any- more non-partisan commissions. If you do not know what to do, if you do not understand the water question, PAGE.8. Poor Voters! InE STATESMAN, DENVER, COLORADO. stand still’ xou know the cost of wa- ter now. It will be the same for the next 20 years. Your taxes in the mean- while should be less through the gifts of free service to the city. These are positive facts borne out by the letter of the franchise. Let the negative statesmen with their harangues stand tied to their objections while the boost- ers for Denver push on! _ The most worry that the average citizen has over his water is the little fettort necessary to turn on the faucet. He is used to going to his daily labor with no thought of how it comes that he is supplied with this necessity. Every two years he is used to being pulled and hauled about by rival polit- ical parties, both of whom he feels are full of rascals. Tariff, trusts and such are more or less familiar to him, but Water! That's something new. We doubt if the comparisons and sta- tistics on this question have been read and understood as they ought. It takes time and requires effort. It is a good thing that it is only once in 20 years the poor voter has to go through this ordeal. Suppose though, the city buys or builds a plant! Every year or two, the water question will be up for so- lution just as the tariff is in national affairs. Business will suffer because a solu- tion of any controversy affecting wa- ter will involve all the property in Denver. Remember what the tariff does to the nation, if you doubt this statement. Settled conditions are es- sential to prosperity. The operating of the water system by the city will throw it open to serve as an issue in every campaign. The ‘‘outs” will be continually offering to give more for less money than the “ins.” In- stead of being bewildered once in 20 years by phases of the water discus- sion, the voters will have to meet it continually. Then should the same tactics be employed as are usual in all political questions, and in fact are being used right now in this question, we will have the trouble with little hope of final satisfactory settlement. May a kind Providence protect the | voter from such a fate. Everybody is coming Monday night to hear Mme. Hackley and Mr. Carl Diton at Shorter A, M. C. church. Come early because program will be- gin promptly as advertised, CARD OF THANKS. R. L. Lewis wishes to thank his many friends who assisted him during the illness and death of his wife. Mrs. Lena Shaw has returned from Colorado Springs. SR ES | A Word About Rates (The Editor will undertake each week to state in simple language the facts about some | point involved in the water question) | A great deal has been sald about instance the charges for a can the maximum and minimum charges| tory varies from $8 to $60. The set forth in the proposed new fran-| ation in charge is due to the vat chise asked by the Denver Union Wa-|in size of the factory. The sa ter company, The Rocky Mountain |true of saloons bakeries, labora News would make it appear that the | laundries, etc., and the editor company has a sliding system of| News belittles the intelligence charges to enable it to exact all that| people of Denver by assuming any business can afford to pay. For|they overlook such patent facts ————— et ee OUR DEMOCRATIC BRETHREN | but right and justice. This I sh ARE HAVING A REGULAR OLD | regardless of petty personal ad DEMOCRATIC TIMB. iment. In the Democratic part To The Statesman: For fear that silence may be con. strued to mean approval, I desire to correct the attempt of O. T. Jackson to pander to those in and out of the Democratic party who believe that the Negroes’ civic and political position in this great republic of ours should be eternally divided from and fixed be- low that of the white American, and thereby gain the petty favors of this UnAmerican element. I have the best of reasons for stating that the Demo- cratic chairman issued no invitations to the colored newspaper men of the State to attend the Jefferson day ban- quet called for the white Democracy, for there is no colored Democratic pa- per in the state. If so, diligent search has failed to locate it. There are sey- eral independent papers, who have given gallant support to the party .Bu; independents are not called in to Straight party love feasts, for sald independents are an uncertain quan- tity as to strict party discipline. If not, the name implies nothing. So the fact remains that Jackson's falsifying tactics are a rank deception foist 4 upon those he seeks to pander to, as well as a useless, senseless, stigmnatiz- ing of colored citizens by favoring caste lines and advising the repudia tion of hospitalities that were never extended. Leave the matter to indi- vidual volition. The inventor of this fake has no grounds for merit, and has since on every occasion advised against and thwarted every measure so far as he could that would tend to ladvance the interests of colored citizens and has thereby injured the party as well as his people. I am the kind of a Democrat that believes that my par- ty, if not better, is as good as any other. But we all know that there js more than one kind of Democrat and Republican in both parties. Jackson [believes in complete surrender to con- ditons as they are; at least he pre- lends to, because he thinks it will ad- vance his personal interests. To surrender the fundamental rights of one race is to invite the oppression of all. Unjust discrimination will not stop at the color line. It will spread, with noiseless tread, like a dreadful mallady. Nor can Democracy be hedged into the narrow confines of any race; it is the hope of the people. Leadership is not made by tricky newspaper laudations; it is the estab- lishment of deeds and character. Therefore, Jackson and all other syCO- phantic trimmers can cry {t on the housetops and speed it on the light- ning that so far as my humble efforts are concerned I am out for Black Men who are honest and capable, receiving every right enjoyed by the same ele- ment of white men. Color has not been, and shall not be, the leading spirit in my decalogue of principles, instance the charges for a candy fac- tory varies from $8 to $60. The vari- ation in charge is due to the variation in size of the factory. The same is true of saloons. bakeries, laboratories, laundries, etc., and the editor of the News belittles the intelligence of the people of Denver by assuming that they overlook such patent facts. SS, | but right and justice. This I shall do aoe of petty personal advance- ment. In the Democratic party if | can, elsewhere if I must. But always | clinging to the spirit of true democ- racy. I wish to say that the Article : the Post in April in which my name appeared was without my knowledge. ©. W. BUFORD. | | —___ Locals Locals There were three enumerators who teported to a call from Supervisor Me- Gaffey, Misses Gertie Nichols, Char- roite Ensley and Mrs. Beshears. Al! ‘of them successfully passed the census examination and have been appointed to work from April 15 to 30, taking Denver's census, Mrs. Myrtle Adams is indisposed at ‘this writing. Mrs. Azalia Hackley will stop at ‘Mrs. Eliza Dishman’s lovely residence | while in the city. | Mrs. Mary Kitchen visited Colorado Springs Sunday and returned Tuesday Isaac Gilmore is doing well at this writing. He has improved so much that Mrs. Gilmore was able to gé downtown Wednesday. Attorney and Mrs. W. B. Townsend have changed their residence from 2418 California street to 2822 High street, They moved Thursday. i DENVER ITEMS Everybody is coming Monday night to hear Mme. Hackley and Mr. Carl Diton at Shorter A. M. E. church. Come early because program will begin promptly as advertised. FOR RENT — Two unfurnished rooms for light housekeeping at 716 Twentyninth street. Phone Olive 102. Mrs. Esther Rice. Miss Hill is now at the Little London cleannig establishment in South Denver. Lawyer Ross made a flying trip to Colorado Springs Saturday, returning Monday night. The ladies of the Mission Circle of the Central Baptist church will give a grand May Festival beginning May 16 and ending May 20. Mrs. C. Barnes, President; Mrs. M. Williams, Secretary. Monday evening closed the life of one of Denver's citizens whose long residence in this community and whose great usefulness and high honors have made him intimately known to all. On that date, after a brief illness of pneumonia, Joseph Stuart passed away at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Anderson on Ogden street. Only since the preceding Thursday had he been ill, and the news of his death shocked all. He was the pioneer lawyer of the city, coming here after having enjoyed a large measure of success in Topeka, Kans. His health brought him to this city and his health alone kept from him a fuller measure of success, though as men's lives go, he is one to be counted a success even with this handicap. In 1894 the community honored him and his race by electing him to the state legislature, the last to enjoy this distinction. But now he is gone, his honors are a memory, his keen incisive mind, his rare culture and courtesy, his great learning in all branches of knowledge, equally have failed to resist the approach of death. The funeral will occur Sunday afternoon at 2 p. m. from Shorter church under the direction of Undertaker Lawhorn and the interment will be at Fairmount. Up to this time his estate has not been brought to light and apart from the knowledge that he regularly paid for the education of two nieces in the Bermuda Islands and that there was a considerable sum due to go to these relatives, nothing is known. J. H. Pearson of Pocatello, Idaho, is in the city visiting Mrs. Bushnell, his sister. First-class Dressmaking and Ladies' Tailoring by Beatrice Lewis of 1219. W. 8th avenue. Take Lawrence car west. Twenty-room flat, furnished, doing well. Rent only $50. Must go at once for $600. Easy terms. L. B. Banks & Co., 1023 21st st. Phone Main 1144. FOR SALE—Six-room modern house at 2618 Downing avenue for $3,000. Easy terms, $500 down, balance like rent. L. B. Banks & Co., 1023 21st st. THE STATESMAN. DENVER. COLORADO. THE WILLIAMSON HAFFNER CO. ENGRAVERS OUR PRINTERS CUTS TALK DENVER, COLO. PHONE MAIN 5067 Nickel Refunded with all Phone Orders R. E. NORRIS Dealer in all kinds HAY, GRAIN, FEED COAL AND WOOD Puritan - - $3.90 per ton Monarch - - $4.25 per ton Coke - - $5.00 per ton Glad to See Friends. STORE 1120 25th STREET MONEY TO LEND! WE LOAN MONEY ON EASY TERMS Call us up at once, you pay in small weekly or monthly payments, we want you to borrow from us. Leon Pryor or C. D. Burns PHONE BLUE 905 J. H. BIGGINS 2231 WASHINGTON FURNITURE REPAIRING SECOND-HAND FURNITURE BOUGHT AND SOLD I.B.P.O.E.W. Entertainments given by the Elks should impress you immediately as an opportunity of pleasure. EAST TURN Wednesday Even Dancing from 8.30 p. m. to 2 a. m. MUSIC by the "Great Western Band" "A First-class Rese THE NEWPO DICK FRAZIER AND TOM THE ONLY COLORED SALOON NEWLY OPENED Telephone 1845 Arapahoe St. ST TURNER HAR nesday Eve., April From 8.30 p. m. MUSIC by the Western Band" Admission A First-class Resort for Gentlemen THE NEWPORT SALOON SK FRAZIER AND TOM LEWIS, PROPRIETOR LY COLORED SALOON IN DENVER. NEWLY OPENED WITH ALL ACCOMOD Telephone Main 7413 Arapahoe St. Denver, C R. B. BOLDE CAFE One of the Neatest Cafes in Regular Dinner Servi Short Orders 1008 Nineteenh Street PAHOE ST. PHONE MA Dancing from 8.30 p.m. to 2 a.m. MUSIC by the "Great Western Band" Admission 50c "A First-class Resort for Gentlemen" THE NEWPORT SALOON DICK FRAZIER AND TOM LEWIS, PROPRIETORS THE ONLY COLORED SALOON IN DENVER. NEWLY OPENED WITH ALL ACCOMODATIONS ```markdown ``` One of the Neatest Cafes in Town Regular Dinner Service Short Orders 1008 Nineteenh Street 2100 ARAPAHOE ST. THE ALLEN DRUG STORE ONLY COLORED DRUG Pure Drugs, Hot and C ticles and Cigars. F compounded by a Regist PROMPT DELIVERY TO COLORED DRUG STORE IN THE Drugs, Hot and Cold Drinks, Toil and Cigars. Prescriptions can be handed by a Registered Pharmacist. PROMPT DELIVERY TO ANY PART OF CITY ONLY COLORED DRUG STORE IN THE CITY Pure Drugs, Hot and Cold Drinks, Toilet Articles and Cigars. Prescriptions carefully compounded by a Registered Pharmacist. PROMPT DELIVERY TO ANY PART OF CITY G. A. ALLEN, Prop'r. --- --- PAGE. 8. RICE LODGE I. B. P. O. E. of W. WILL GIVE THEIR 6th ANNIVERSARY BALL ENTERTAINMENT DINER HALL ve., April 27 Admission 50c port for Gentlemen" ORT SALOON LEWIS, PROPRIETORS IN DENVER. WITH ALL ACCOMODATIONS Main 7413 Denver, Colorado B. BOLDEN CAFE The Neatest Cafes in Town Regular Dinner Service Short Orders enh Street PHONE MAIN 3230 OLD DRINKS, Toilet Ar Prescriptions carefully ered Pharmacist. O ANY PART OF CITY ---