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The Acknowledged King of All Negro Newspapers. THE FREEMAN AND ETHIOPIA SHALL STRETCH FORTH FIER HAND A NATIONAL ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER VOLUME 13. NUMBER 5 MAGNUSL.ROBINSON THIRTY-THIRD DEGREE IMPERIAL GRAND RECORDER OF THE A. A. O., NOBLES MYSTIC SHRINE Of North and South America and President-Elect of the National Masonic Historical Association of the United States of America and Canada. The Freeman presents to its readers a fine portrait of a prominent Mason and race man, Magnus L. Robinson, who has attained to the highest degrees in Masonry and holding important offices of trust and influence. Editor Robinson is now conducting the only Negro Masonic Weekly newspaper published in the world. It is known as the Leader. Its is published simultaneously at Alexandra, Va., and Washington, D. C., with the publication office at Alexandra, Va. Editor Robinson finds time from his Masonic duties to work in the industrial lines for the betterment of his people. He is the secretary-treasurer of the John Hay Normal and Industrial School of Alexandra, Va., which fills a long-felt need in his location. The school has been in operation past four years and has property values of ten thousand dollars—four nice buildings and is doing a good work. The National Masonic Historical Association of the United States of America and Canada was organized in the city of Chicago, January 8, 1900. The following officers were elected: Magnus L. Robinson, president, Alexandria, Va.; J.M. Blowe, first vice-president, Vickersburg, Miss.; Thomas J. Riley, second vice-president, Denver, Col.; Alex Hamilton, third vice-president, Atlanta, Ga. A. J. George, fourth vice-president, Spring field, O.; J. Washington Montgomery, fifth vice-president, Toronto, Can.; B. F. Adams, sixth vice-president, Meridian, Miss.; D. B. Buckner, seventh vice-president, Wheeling, W. Va.; S. J. Hawkins, eighth vice-president Port Tampa, Fla.; H. H. Hayne, ninth vice-president, Richmond, Ind.; Dr. S. A. Furnish, general statistician, Indianapolis, Ind.; J. G. Scott, assistant statistician, Fort Worth, Tex.; G. W. Garvin, assistant statistician, Shephard, Ga.; Theodore D. Parks, grand treasurer, Denver, Col.; H. C. Scott, grand secretary, Washington, D. C.; W. H. Thomas, assistant grand secretary, Washington, D. C.; H. C. Harris, grand corresponding secretary, Birmingham, Ala. Board of Directors," John G. Jones, chairman, Chicago; A. B. Hawkins, Claxon, Ga.; R. J. Fletcher, Sacramento, Cal.; E. E. Pettibone, Grenada, Miss.; William H. Johnson, Washington, D. C.; L. A. Bell, Wagner, Indian Ter.; J. H. Pierce, Providence, R. L. W. L. Kimbrough, Dallas, Tex.; W. E. Terry, Columbus, Ga.; E. W. Lampton, Greenville, Miss.; L. W. Pulies, Washington, D. C. 1st. The object for which this Association is formed is to secure such Masonic information and statistics as to the origin and growth of all the Masonic lodges and branches and departments of Free Masonry among the colored Masons throughout the entire country and the same to be forwarded to the President and Grand Secretary from time to time. 2nd. To establish a Masonic library at Washington, D. C., and collect such Masonic literature as can be secured from time to time from various parts of the world for the Masonic Library. 3d. To oppose the spreading and to blot out the bogus and clandestine national compact Masons. 4th. The expense for the carrying on of this Association shall be had by a voluntary contribution from all the Masons throughout the country. 5th. All Master Masons are eligible for membership in this Association, except those that are known as National Compact Masons, by sending their names and addresses to the President and Secretary. The officers of this Association shall hold their office for the period of three years and until their successors are duly elected and qualified. Chicago, Ill., Jan. 8, 1900. Ill. Magnus L. Robinson, 334? Dear Sir and Brother,—I noticed at a representative Masonic meeting held in Chicago, that you was elected president of the National Masonic Historical Association. It is an important national association. You will be able to accomplish much good for the cause of Free Masonry among colored Masons. I believe the right man is in the right place. You will come in close touch and communication with all Masons in the whole world. I INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA, SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 1900 MAGNUS L. ROBINSON. Imperial Grand Recorder of the A. A. O. Nobles of the Mystic Shrine. congratulate you upon your high office. Best wishes for your success. Your fraternally, JOHN G. JONES, 33D°, Sovereign Grand Commander. News Items. Eufaula, Ala., Special.—A mass meeting was held at the public school Wednesday, Jan. 24. Rev. T. W. Coffee, pastor of St. Luke A. M. E. church, delivered an address to the men on the importance of organizing a Business Men's Association. Mrs. Fannie Page is on the sick list. Rev. R. T. Pollard, preached an excellent sermon Sunday morning at the First Baptist church. The Free, man will be delivered at your door every week for 5 cents a copy or 20 cents per month. See the agent and give him your name. Mr. William Thompson left Sunday for Troy, Ala. Read The Freeman. The following names are readers of The Freeman: Messrs. J. T. Barkley, R. Marshall, D. Lucky, Robert Jackson. A. & M. College. Normal, Ala., Special.-The subject "The Pentateuch in Historical Periods, Main events and Central Aim," was treated by Dr. W. H. Urlson of Huntsville, Ala., who was to have delivered the Second Bible Lecture, in two seperate lectures. He showed a thorough knowledge of Ancient History and proved the authenticity of Moses' authorship of the Pentateuch, Prof. A. W. McKinney, president Central Alabama Academy will lecture Monday on "Hebrew Religion—The Faith of Abraham and Laws of Moses—Jewish Priesthood." Miss Fannie G. Ragland of Wilmington, N. C., came Thursday to engage in teaching music. She is an accomplished young lady, seemingly fitted for her work. Mr. Charles Stewart, the well-known press correspondent, paid Normal a visit during the week. Notice. Cambridge City, Ind., Special.-Mr. L. Means is very ill with rheumatism and general debility. Dublin's Savings Dublin, Ind., Special.-Rev. J. B. Collins has just returned from Connerville, the south end of his circuit. Mrs. Collins is on the sick list. Mrs. Wess Reed is in a very critical condition with a second attack of what appears to be paralysis. A Few Jots. Zainesville, O., Special:—As it is in most places, revival services are in progress at both churches and are accomplishing much good. Both elders, Thomas and Jones of the Baptist and A. M. E. churches respectively are preaching powerful sermons, the influence of which is quite noticeable. Mr. Will Banks has accepted a position at Nye Brothers drug store. Mr. Livermore, of Manchester, O. has come to live with us in the Clay City- Mrs. U. T. Gant is confined to her home by sickness. Miss Rosa Hill. who has been ill with typhoid is again able to resume her school work. Dr. J. G. Jones is making several flying trips to Columbus in preparation for the General Conference of the A. M. E. church. The friends of Mrs. Elmyra Anderson an old and worthy lady was presented with a nice donation of good things by her many friends, last Monday evening. The young men of the city, speak of organizing a social club. This is all right providing the best of all things is sought. But alas too frequently it is not. The young people are looking in hopes and anticipation for a bob sled party. We trust their fondest hopes may be realized. We learn that Dr. P. M. Johnston is building up a nice practice. So might it be. He is certainly worthy of our patronage. News Items. Muncie, Ind., Special—Mrs. Joseph H. Gillum spent last Sunday in Alexandria visiting friends. Little Edna Jones is quite ill at her home on South Plum st. Mr. Beecher Hart, of Lima Ohio has come to Muncie where he expects to make his future home. The Muncie Star, one of our daily papers, contains the following item: "Booker T. Washington is the first of his race to be admitted as a guest at the Brown Palace Hotel the most fashionable hotel in Denver Colorado. Maxey Tabor, the owner, says he is in the class of Frederick Doughlass and above popular prejudice." He is a man whom we as a race should be proud of. Both Baptist and Methodist churches are carrying on revival. PRICE FIVE CENTS. SINGLE COPY SIX MONTHS, 85c; ONE YEAR $1.50 val. Mr. Fred Morin of S. Hackley st. is quite ill with sore throat. Rev. McWilliams preached an eloquent sermon at 2nd Baptist church Sunday night. Mrs. Lenora Adams is reported some better. otes. Weatherford, Texas, Special.-Mrs. Hattie Ikard is very ill, Mr. Charlie Smith has gone to Pueblo Colorado to work in the foundry. Arthur McMillion went to Albany Texas last week. Ed. Boyd had his leg broken last week. Weatherford is having her first snow of the season. Mr. Ed. Cornelius and Miss Garner, who were quietly married went to Dallas Texas their future home. Mrs. Callie Strickland set a nice dinner to a few friends and relatives on the 28th. News Items Kalamazoo, Mich., Special—Mrs. H. Burton returned Saturday evening from Grand Rapids. Rev, Charles Bell is visiting in Ft. Wayne. Miss Bessie Thompson is visiting in Indianapolis. Harry Moore of South Bend is in the city. Miss Mabel Hill has returned from Niles. The Household of Ruth of Battle Creek held their anniversary, Jan. 11, at which time the Household of Ruth, No. 1088 of this city were invited and quite a number attended. Mrs. Lillie Hedgepeth Hammonds was invited to make the opening address which she did in a very pleasing manner. The annual meeting of the F. & A. M. Lodge will begin Tuesday morning at Jackson Mich. INDIFFERENT CITIES NEWS FROM OUR CORRESPONDENTS IN GENERAL ITEMS THAT WILL INTEREST OUR Many Readers---Pastors and Their Churches---The Sick List Heavy-- "The Grim Reaper"-Society's Many Hued and Interesting Happenings. Meridian, Miss., Special.-Mrs. Alice Harris, wife of our fellow-townman, J. W. Harris who have been suffering for several days of pneumonia, died at her late home in Eastend, on Jan. 6; her funeral was largely attended at St. Paul M. E. church, Rev. J. C. Houston preached the funeral, assisted by Revs. C. M. Newell and J. W. Watson. The floral offerings were from St. Luke Lodge, No.18; K. of P., No.34; Odd-Fellows Lodge, No.3056 and Phenix Fire Co., No.2, marked: "She leaves a husband several children, friends and relatives." She was buried in Masonic Cemetery under the auspicies of the Ladies' Chapter No. 2. Marshall Robertson who was sick for some time, died at his home on Eleventh street and Thirtieth on Sunday, Jan. 21st, at the age of about 82 years; he was buried under the auspicies of the Old People's Society on the junches, Jan. 22d at the Masonic Cemetery, Rev. J. C. Houston officiated. Rev. L. S. Lee, pastor of New Hope Baptist church, preached at Pilgrim Progress Baptist church Eastend, Sunday at 3 p. m., Jan. 21st, he filled his own pulpit at 7:30 p. m. New Hope Baptist church administered the Lord's Supper on Sunday night, Jan. 21. Hereafter the Lord's Supper will be administered every three months. Prof. H. B. Jordan, traveling representative of The Freeman, left on the 10th, Rev. J. T. Flinn left on the 20th. Mrs. Harriet Johnson of Lauderdale, Miss., has been visiting friends in the city the past few weeks, Mr. H. P. Pearson and wife have been quite sick the past week. Mr. A. T. Washington jr. who has been attending the sick bed side of his relatives, the past few weeks left on the 22nd for Youngaloo University, Youngaloo, Miss. Master Price and little Carroll Washington who have been sick the past few weeks are some better. Rev. C. L. Harris who is pastor in charge of the 1st Congregational church at Mobile Ala., has been a Meridian visitor the past week. He made a good talk to the Christian Endeavor Society at the Congregational church on Sunday evening Jan. 21st. Items of Interest: Teems of Interest. Greencastle, Ind., Special.—James Wade, of Indianapolis spent last Sunday in the city. Mrs. Minnie Townsend returned to her home in Chicago last Wednesday. Rev. R. D. Leonard, of Indianapolis, is conducting revival services at St. Pauls Baptist church. The meeting began last Monday evening. Bernie, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Smith is on the sick list. Mr. J. R. Miles has recovered from a severe attack of neuralgia. There is some talk of a cake walk to be given in the near future. Mr. and Mrs. Willis Hammond have returned from Brazil. Rev. G. W. Hardiman pastor of the Bethel A. M. E. Church is in Terre Haute this week. Mr. Henry Ricks is turnkey at the county jail. He is the first colored person that has ever held that position. Notes. New Orleans La., Special.—The city is full of strangers as Mardi Gras is fast approaching. We have two conferences now going on in our city. The African Methodists are holding their conference at St. James Chapel. Last Sunday Bishop Handy, preached a fine sermon in which he told the ministers that they should lead pure lives and keep out of politics. The C. M. E. church are holding forth at Winan Chapel. Full proceedings of the same will be published in The Freeman. Rev. O. J. LeBoeiot was appointed presiding elder of the Greensburg district of the A. M. E. conference, held at the St. James church. The Colored Methodists, the Louisiana Methodist Episcopal conference held its third day conference, Friday 26th at the First Methodist Episcopal Church. Bishop Isaac W. Joyce, D. D. presided. Delegates ta the next conference were ejected. Wesley Welch, of Jerseyville Ill., broke his collarbone on the race track while exercising a horse. The Freeman can be found at the barber shop of the popular Henry C. Callion corner of Canal and Franklin sts. The residence of Mr. Arthur Banks, of Moorla, La., was entirely consumed by fire. All his friends send their sympathies. B. SQUARE'S BLUSTER 2 The American Tract Society is a great institution; for scores and scores of years this society has scattered religious tracks and booklets over the country. These little sermons have doubtless done much good. || || I remember one given to me a few years ago, which was a sermon against profane language and taking the Lord's name in vain. It was clean cut and pointed. --- The American Tract Society is doubtless still doing a great religious work, still, I was a witness to a rather sacreligious incident within the walls of its home last week. || || || Business is business. It takes money to run the church as well as the states. The American Tract Society has built a fine up-to-date "sky scraper" in one of business streets of New York. It is an office building; the rooms of the same are rented out to all kinds of business people. There is the usual rush push and general everyday life, found in any office building in New York. ||. ||. Business took me there last week; as I came down the elevator to the ground floor or hall I saw in the push, two men. One was a small colored youth, the other was a big white man. The colored youth was trying to get in the elevator to go up to one of the stories when the big fellow tried to push him back. "Get out of my way you black — —!" yelled the big fellow, as he tried to push past the young man, who replied he would not yield his place. The big fellow then swore like a trooper and knocked the young man down and would have kicked him had not about twenty of us rushed upon him. For a few minutes there was a small riot. Everybody expressed their opinion of the brute in language one would not expect to hear in that building, "somebody" struck the coward, "somebody" kicked him and the watchman put him out; somebody picked up the boy's hat and quiet was restored. || || || Strange to say, outside in the show window of the Society's book store with lots of Bibles and other religious books was a Bible opened at Matt. XII-36-37 "Truth is stranger than fiction." || || How many of your New Year's resolutions have you broken up-to-date, dear reader; ```markdown ``` All of our race leaders, both ministers and laymen, who are advancing the -go home to Africa-theory, should buy a copy of the New York Journal of Sunday Jan. 7 and carefully look at its two maps of Africa. One is "Africa in 1800" the other "Africa in 1900." After looking at the 1900 map, kindly tell us where we will locate when we go 'home'. || || || ANSWERS TO COKRESPONDENTS. The following persons are respectfully requested to write to me if they mean business, at once or return the printed I. S. D. C. matter sent them. Do you intend to join the Invincible Sons and Daughters of Commerce or not? If not send back books, applications, etc., these remarks are directed to James K. Smith, Palmyra, Va.; Thos. E. Bloyton, 1416 S. Rampart st., New Orleans, La. W. W. Gilbert Southland, Ark. R. L. Roberts, Oceanea Fla.; W. C. L. Seruggs, Paris, Tex.; Rev. E. J. Moore, New Providence, Tenn.; E. Stanley, Marion, La.; D. B. Douglas, Huntsville, Ala. Miss (or Mrs) Emily L. Hunter, Neelyville, Mo.; C. Wood, Commerce, Tenn., Richard Collins, 2201 German st. Texas; Mrs. L. B. Story, 3206 St. Charles st. New Orleans, La., Howell Thomas, 1026 West st. Paducah Ky.; J. R. Beckham, Old Spring Hall, Ala.; J. W. Hitchley, Union Springs, Ala. S. H. Wiggins, 505 S. Jackson st. Montgomery, Ala. Lewis H. Murreh, Spotsville, Fla.; T. S. Walker, Calvert, Tex.; J. W. Hedge, Mt. Pleasant Isa. A. A. McCoy, Mpt. Miss, Dr. J. W. Carter, 400 21st. Little Rock Ark. Rev. J. Satwater, Columbus Ga., James P. H. Robieson, Macon, Ga. J. D. Maddox, Savannah Ga.; Rev. J. Ewans, Greenwood, S. C. and Amoft Mott, Bridgeport Conn.—B SQUARE PICKING BILLIONS OF FLOWERS. Work Where the Perfume Industry Is Carried On in France. Grasse, in the southern part of France, is the centre of the perfume industry. There women and girls may be seen, with broad hats on their heads, gathering flowers from 5 until 11 A. M. and then returning with their fragrant burdens to the houses, where they pluck the leaves from the blossoms and pass the rest of the day in preparing them for the work of extracting the essences of essential oils, which contain the perfume itself. In March they begin plucking violets, from which violet water is made, and from the beginning of May to the end of June they gather the jessamine, roses and orange blossoms, as well as the tuberoses in July, the mignonette THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. in August and une cassa in september. The nimble fingers of the women must move rapidly to pluck the millions of leaves that go to make up the 1,200,000 kilograms of rose leaves alone that are used each season. Besides there are a million kilograms of jessamine to be plucked, and violets and orange blossoms to the extent of two million kilograms a year. To give an idea of the number of plants that are raised for this huge result, it is calculated that each stalk of jessamine yields two kilograms of blossoms a season. So there must be at least five hundred thousand stalks to yield the million kilograms required. But the gathering of the blossoms is only the beginning of the work, for then the flowers will be picked apart and all the spoiled leaves thrown aside. Then the making of the perfume begins. The leaves are spread one by one upon layers of pure lard that cover plates of glass. Three or four times these flower-layers are renewed before the lard has absorbed all of the purfume that it can hold for the fat has a peculiar attraction for the essential oils of the flowers. This purfumed lard is the pomade of commerce, not the pomade used for hair or beard but the crude material out of which this is afterward manufactured. The lard is then either shipped as it is to other manufacturers, or put into alcohol which draws off the perfume from the f. having a stronger attraction therefor than the lard and the result is the finest eau de cologne. Most of this pomade is shipped as it stands to all parts of Europe and America, but some of it is reserved and the oils are extracted by distilling processes, making the purest extracts.—Exchange A BROKEN HEART. Queer Case of a Philadelphia Dog With Two Owners, Do dogs die of broken heart? That is a question which has frequently excited the interest of dog physicians and of particularly fond owners of canine pets, and with a view to answering that question to a particular owner's satisfaction a post-mortem examination was held recently at the dog hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. The animal in question was a huge, shaggy English mastiff, white in color, and with a fond attachment for its master. C. B. Mellor of West Philadelphia. It seems that a dispute arose as to the dog's ownership, and one day it was taken away to Haverford by Andrew McPhillips, a drover. McPhillips claimed to have owned the dog two years, but Mellor claimed that the brute was but 16 months old, as the detention of the teeth would show. Mellor then swore out a warrant charging the drover with larceny, and the case was called before Magistrate Jermon in the city hall. Mellor's counsel demanded that a veterinarian be brought into court to testify that the dog's teeth proved to be less than 2 years of age, but the court had been advised that a dog's age could not be determined in that way, so the dog itself was ordered into court to act as a witness in the case. Court was then adjourned till the dumb witness could be summoned, and when the case was called for trial again it was found that the dog had suddenly died. McPhillips brought its body to the city hall in a wagon. The magistrate then quashed all legal proceedings on the ground that both parties in the suit seemed sincere in their claims to ownership. There was evidently a mistake somewhere. But Mellor did not like the idea of the dog's sudden death, and declared that if his pet was dead it had died of a broken heart, caused by being separated from him, its right master. An autopsy, he averred, would prove it. McPhillips scornfully gave up the body, and Mellor, with an officer of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, hauled the corpse out to the university veterinary and canine department. There Dr. J. N. Adams, the veterinarian, held a postmortem examination to determine the cause of the dog's death. The dog's heart, when cut into, was found to be swelled almost to bursting, and filled with dark, half-coagulated blood. The head and neck veins were swollen and blue, and in places a bloody serum had been forced through the walls of the blood vessels into the cavities of the body.—Philadelphia Inquirer. WORDS OF PRAISE. A Credit to the Race. "Your Holiday Number is a beauty and a credit to you."—SAM L. TUCK, Of Hurtig, Seamon & Tuck, manager Williams & Walker's Company. Eclipse All Other Competitors. Hannibal, Mo., Jan. 7, 1900. Mr. G.L. Knox, Dear Sir—Again I am forced to compliment you on your splendid Holiday number, which eclipsed all other competitors. The Freeman is certainly a marvel in the advancement of the colored race. Sincerely. SINCE 1789. GEO. WRIGHT. Surpasses All Previous Efforts. Knoxville, Teen., Jan. 3, 1900. Hon. Geo. L. Knox, Dear Sir - I am in receipt of the Holiday edition of The Freeman. Beyond any question it surpasses any other book in any Afro-American journalist or publisher. In many respects it equals if not surpasses our great metropolitan dailies. 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The stalk grows from 4 to 14 and 15 feet high, has from 40 to 250 bolls to stalk and more at times, according to richness of the soil and the seasons. The following are two of the TESTMONIALS of those who bought the seeds from Rev. Fitzpatrick, last fall. Rev. I. N. Fitzpatrick. Dear Sir;—From the two pounds of African Limbless Cotton seeds that I bought of you last fall I have gathered a bale weighing 500 lbs. I only planted 20 rows an acre long. Would have made more to the acre, but it was injured by the storm and drought, I am certain that if the cotton is planted earlier, and with favorable seasons, that it will yield more to the acre than you said. Yours very respectfully. SHEPPARD MURDOCK. Mt. Meigs, Ala., Oct. 1, 1899. Pike Road, Ala., Nov. 1, 1899. Your cotton and think that it will do more than you lyd of seeds from you and made one bale of cotton lyd sold $60 worth of seeds. Those who saw the cot- I picked the cotton. I can sell a ton of seeds if you &c, J. B. BLACKBURN. On the above, from parties we sold seeds to last fall, and office addresses, but it would make this circular to STATES FOR THE SEEDS. rows, $2.50. Half bushel, $4.75. One bushel, $9.00 other year, act at orce, as many wrote me last spring letters to me, Box 180, Opelika, Ala. Yours truly, I. N. FITZPATRIOK. ca. direct all letters to me at Opelika. My wife, Mrs. and fill all orders promptly. Dear Sir: I am delighted with your cotton and think that it will do more than you represented it to do. I bought one pound of seeds from you and made one bale of cotton weighing 50 pounds; the seeds were seeds. Those who saw the cotton wrapped the seeds before I picked the cotton and sell a ton of seeds. If you can spare them. Write me. Yours & J. B. BLACKBURN. We have scores of letters, such as the above, from parties we sold seeds to last fall, and would gladly give names and post office addresses, but it would make this circular to large to be convenient. CASH RATES FOR THE SEEDS. Peck will plant 2 acres dropped in 3 foot rows. $2.50. Half bushel, $4.75. One bushel, $0.00. If you wish to secure seeds for another year, act at once, as many wrote me last spring too late to obtain them. Direct all letters to me, box 180, Opelika, Ala. Yours truly. During my absence in South Africa, direct all letters to me at Opelika. My wife, Mrs. Fitzpatrick will answer all letters and fill all orders promptly. success, which it merits, I am yours for the race. JOE M. TRIGG, Member Board of Aldermen It Reflects Great Credit. Washington, D. C., Jan. 2, 1900. Hon. Geo. L. Knox. Dear Sir–Your Holiday number is one that reflects great credit on the race; and I, as one engaged, in a humble way, in endeavoring to promote its cause, praise and honor you for it. May your shadow never grow less. JOHN GREEN, JOHN GREEN Harrisburg, Pa., Jan. 3, 1900. Editor Freeman-Permit us to congratulate you upon your excellent Holiday edition. It is an innovation in race journalism. You deserve success. Wishing you a Happy New Year and continued prosperity, we are, yours very truly, JAS. H. W. HOWARD, Publisher Howard's American Magazine. They Sold Like Hot Cakes. New York City, Jan. 3, 1900. The Holiday numbers of The Freeman arrived alright and they sold like hot cakes. Permit me to express complimentary appreciation of your Holiday number. I enjoyed its contents very much also did my customers. I consider it a worthy successor to your excellent effort last year. Surely the race ought to realize that the loyal support of such an able advocate of their interests will redound to their own credit. and I sincerely trust that the number of new subscribers for 1900 will verify my sentiments. Wishing you a prosperous New Year and continued well deserved success, I remain, your agent, F. J. BROWN, 4076 Park Avenue, Tremont. Greatest They Had Ever Seen. Meridian, Miss., Jan. 7, 1900. Mr. Geo. L. 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ALL DEALERS rnan's c, $1 and 1.50 and Imperial Ties, 49c Shirts, 98c rnan's THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. A THRIVING CITY, BEATIFUL BY NATURE AND WORKS OF MAN HOME OF PROMINENT NEGROES the Progress of the Negro Here is Un- excelled—Msn of Prominence and Wealth--Society Gleanings. special Correspondence to The Freeman, On the rippling waters of the Mus- singum river, about fifty-nine miles N. E of Columbus, is the historical city of Zanesville—beautfal by nature and the works of man. We are possessed with the gift of gen- ins, well might we tell the tale of these splendors. How the majestic hills of solid rock stand picturesque, in bold relief; how old Muskingum bends its course, thus cutting the city into many parts; tell of the many industries and places of business through which the city lives, bat, anyway, our mission is different. It is to tell of the existing condition of that portion of Zanesville’ good citizens, known as Negroes. It is anotorius trath that Ohio is a state in which the Negro has made marked ad- vancement socially, financially, intellec- tually and morally. A refined Negro is respected in every way as a gentleman and asalady. No less is this true in other states, but particularly in Ohio has these things been noticeable. Zanesville, though much fewer in nnmbers than some of the other Buckeye cities, has well done its part, nor are they now doing less. In a social way Zaneeville has a reputation farand near. ‘There is a class of society among the young people that bespeaks much prog- ress for the race, ‘Thetr gatherings are enjoyable and interesting. ‘The know. ing of how to make one feel at home is well understood by these people. Inter- est is added to the social events by the display of accomplishments in a musical and literary way. Elocutionists and musicians of every description are in abundance. Among the older people there is an air of welcome that make glad the visitor's heart. im prosperity, these citizens have ac- camulated an appreciative amount. Big lots on which are beautifal two-story houses, well furnished, are to be seen- in many of the principal streets. Most of the people own their homes and many have houses to rent. There are two col- ored churches: the St. Paul A. M. B. church and the Baptist church. They are modern edifices in good location and well supported by large memberships. ‘The desire to acqure knowledge seems to becontagions. Several graduates are turned out each ‘year, and the schools are well attended. Zanesville was the home of Dr. John MeSimpson, Dr. John Gazaway and several other noted men. Among the younger people proud to own this as their home are: Maj, Chas. Young, of the 24th U. S. Infantry; Miss Lizzetta Penn, instructor in cooking and sewing at Wilberforce and Mr. Geo. Jackson, a zovernment employee at Washington, D.C. Dr. J. @ James in charge of Si, Panl, is a man of intelligence and power, a great lover of the people, and is doing much good in this field. E Ofall Zanesville’s well-to-do citizens none surpasses that noble example of success through adversity—Hon. Nelson 7. Gant. Mr, Gant is not as wellknown assome of our people, but, few of them have had his suecess, Coming to Zanes- Villeover fifty years ago from Virginia With as he says: “With a wife, a baby anda half-dollar,”’ he 18 now a retired farmer of wealth. His history is some- thing interesting, and in a future ar- ticle we will tell more of it, but here we uiust speak breifly. Everything was closed to Mr. Gant, on account of color. His indomitable will and persistence be- gan to open the way. He purchased a stall farm and begun its work. Mob Violence was threatened him if he at- tempted the purchase of a stall at the market house. His ‘determination soon inieted the mob and the stall was pur- chased. He would buy all the agricul- tural produce for miles around and in ~ thet way made his fortune. To-day he ‘ives in a handsome residence, owns ‘oor hundred acres of valuable land audisin good health althongh eighty Jearsofage, The finest park in the city, though sold by him a few years go, still bears the name of Gant, Mr. Gant is a man of robust appearance, very sociable and and a great lover of his race; am interesting conversation- alist and a christian gentleman. His 'ife should be an inspiration to the mia) chs eee A GOOD THING. Some of the Late Claims Paid Colored Members of the American Mutual Aid Association of St. Louis, Mo. ‘The American Mutnal Aid Association St. Louis have paid the following late Sjtius in Indianapotis:—M. M. Meadows ‘16 West Eleveuth st., fell and skinned face, 8.58; Alfred Ontland, 430 Yandes St., fell down. steps, $7.15; W. H. John- Fah? West North st... mashed foot. 415.20: Geo, H. Goins, 543 West 12th, street, broken arm, $50.00; John Prince 1707 Alvord st., foot mashed $15.71; O. 8. MoGee. 1022 Senate avenue fell and hurt arm; three days, $8.00. 0. S. MeGee, ' 1022 Senate ave., injured finger, $7.00; G. St. Clair, 320 Musking ham street, strack with brass knucks, $5.75; Andrew Smith, 1019 N. Missouri Street, injured foot, $6.85; John N. Beck sick list, $14.30; and Mary Hampton struck nail in foot, $1.00; Jud. M. Beck 24 days, strained limb, $3 55; Ellis White arm broke, #85. Rufas Allison, Autor son Ind., $5; J. R. Gaskin, 210 Roanoke street, $5.00 Mrs. F. Taylor, 1419 N. Missouri street, $2 85; Rev.. A. L. Mur- Tay, $2429 Mr. E. B. Hampton is the agent in this city, at room 43 Baldwin Block, corner of Deleware and Market streets. Take Soldiers Relief. <A gure care for pams or cramps in the fry Summer Complaint, Cholera. tufaatum and indigestion, Testimonials. Manufactured by A. A. Nichols, 407 W. Northt. street Iadianapolis, Ind. Forsale by all druggist. 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Regular display - 10 cents per line per insertion - agrate measure, (14 lines to the inch) discount measures, 10 cents per line, 6 months, 30 per cent; 18 cents per line, 6 months, 50 per cent; 81% per cent. Reading matter, 50 cents per line per insertion. Business locals 150 cents per line per insertion. All allowance, business and business float, a discount of 5 per cent. will be allowed for each 100 lines up to 1.00 lines. Advertise materials should reach us on Saturday or Monday in order to spread the following week. Owner must be made up on expiration of contract. Lost Relative advertisements, $1.00 for one month, in advance. Entered at the post-office at Indianapolis, Indiana, as second class matter. matter should be addressed to: THE FREEMAN. L. Knox, Pub., Indianapolis, ind. SATURDAY FEBRUARY 3,1900. Among the questions that will be discussed at Livingstone College, Salisbury N. C., will be one pertaining to the proposed amendments to the Constitution of that state. For what these amendments are intended is an old story by this time, and its the old story—the attempt to pluck the ballot from the hand of a part of the citizens of that state, and thus defeat the letter, the spirit and the intent of the Federal Constitution. * * * * * * * * It is urged that the ballot in the hand of Negroes of that state, and others similarly inclined is a menace to the peace of those states, in that the power to do mischief is indiscriminately bestowed. But the truthfulness of the contention is not quite apparent at this distance from the slavery period, when intelligence, wealth—all the auxiliaries of civilization have come to the assistance of the Negroes in preparing them for such, and other duties of life. It will be a travesty on the Negroes' civilization, if disfranchisements are to be the results of that same civilization. It establishes one of the two contents; that either this progress is the precursor of mischief or it is a quality in the Negroes not too well loved by those that put up these bars and hindrances. * * * * * * If the first contention is true, and that education and general prosperity is accountable for these disfranchising tendencies in some of the states' constitutions, there must be reasons existing for such an unexpected state of affairs. The only reason that seems plausible for creating such a condition is the old one of the very vexed industrial situation in those states. It may be that educated Negroes are impelled as are the educated white men, that is, to employ their education and talents similarly, and with the same compensation as an end. If they fail in this, they find themselves cribbed and confined and 'as a matter of course they seek what outlets there may be that will lead them into the world of affairs. Politics in the language of the Ruskins is the open seasame. It is the main door of preferment for those who have striven to gain some coign of vantage, some eminence, some superior footing. Those talented, can use their talents but in one direction, whereas if they could depart into all the avenues of life and be lost in the great commercial world or the industrial world, the hurly burly of politics would cease to be attractive. Negro life, as a rule, owing to these untoward circumstances, becomes one round of politics; not of choice, but perforce of circumstances. It would be quite unfair to insist that THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. the whites of the country do not encourage Negro enterprises but they must be Negro enterprises strictly. Scarcely has a church house reared its towering form to the day, but what some white person has contributed largely to its erection. There are institutions which the dollars of the whites have built from the foundation to turret stone. This philanthropy is to be commended; but it stops just short of success. The means of livelihood is quite as important as the means of education. The neglect is flagrant and gives rise, without doubt, to these disturbances that call for state constitutions that have disfranchisements as the ends. * * * * * * * Open the shops, the warehouses, the mercantile establishments and forestall the idea of caste classes. This done, and away goes the political turmoil, the jim crow cars, much of the lynching and all the reasons for disfranchisements. There are many, and especially Negroes who view the question from a side which may considerately be called their own. They insist and with much show of reason that these disfranchisements do not grow out of incapacity, ignorance or lack of proper appreciation on their part, but because of capacity, knowledge and a thorough understanding of affairs generally. They claim to be acting within their constitutional rights and prerogatives. If they outnumber the whites, it is an incident that creates a corresponding incident in politics. The whites of these localities are guided altogether by sentiment when it comes to a contest with the Negroes, which sentiment insists on ruling in spite of numbers. They reason, that wealth, superior education, and the previous condition of servitude of the Negroes is more than an offset to mere numbers. The unbiased observer must here, confess that the situation is extremely awkward. The law is clear enough; but there arises often those subtle points which the laws cannot reach nor can the spirit—the court of equity is the last resort. Both sides have strong arguments that go to support their positions. Yet it seems that days of discriminations should be numbered. The whites and blacks of North Carolina, should get to-gether and patch up a peace between them that will hold over until the times are more propitious for the contention of abstract right. * * * * * * * The proposed amendments to the Constitution of North Carolina is not only a menace to the political peace of that state but breeds unrest in other states. North Carolina, while forsworn, long since to carry out her intentions, can afford to retract in the interest of her large Negro population and the eminent Negroes she has given to the country. Georgia has had the courage to repudiate its intentions along this line. Is North Carolina less generous than Georgia? Besides the threats, suspended like the sword of Damocles, have already had the effect of reducing those who perhaps had exceeded what might be considered reasonable, political activity to a condition in keeping with the times. Let the leading North Carolina Negroes protest manly against the invasion of their rights. They should not feel humiliated in insisting that their constituents subscribe to a line of action that will insure decency in the politics of the state. The race question is not to be settled by force, nor will abstract right exist except in name only for some time yet to come. According to custom, Livingstone College of Salisbury, N. C., will celebrate the birthday of the late Dr. J. C. Price, its founder, Feb. 10th. The institution does well when it pays such great respect to the memory of the late lamented Price, whose greatness, not only illuminated that institution, but shed luster on the whole race. Congressman White, Col. James H. Young, Hon. Jno. C. Dancy and other distinguished men will be present. They will discuss the proposed disfranchising amendments to the constitution of that state. Graduation from the common schools with all the form and ceremony usually noticed in graduating from higher institutions is a new idea in school affairs. It is certainly to be commended for several reasons and especially as it applies to colored children whose school life ends with the eighth grade, as a rule. It not only gives an idea of completeness in something, but this working for the proverbial "sheep skin" is an incentive and a stimulant to the child mind that is wholesome. The colored schools of this city in common with the others are now giving those pupils diplomas who finish their grades. At school No. 24, last week through Prof. W. T. B. Williams, a capable instructor, who hails from Harvard, twenty-one colored children received their graduating testimonials, amid the applause of relatives and friends. It was a fitting finale to their common school career and those bits of parchments that they carried with them will doubtless exercise an influence over many of the proud possessors, that will be felt throughout their entire ives. Many of those children cannot expect to receive any other mark of merit as a result of their school life. To these, diplomas from Harvard, Cambridge or Oxford] could not mean more. It was a happy moment in which was conceived the idea of regaling the children of the struggling masses with some small testimonial of the faithful performance of duty, although that duty may not stand mountains high in the eyes of the world. The attempt to assassinate Hon. Wm. Goebel, of Kentucky is the deplorable outcome of the political wrangle in that state. There is no doubt but what Goebel has been in the wrong all along. His methods in the convention that finally selected him and his course since that time in opposing Governor-elect, Taylor have done much to inflame the minds of the people. Yet murder or attempted murder is not justifiable; but it always happens that in long drawn, violent agitation, some life or lives pay a partisans penalty. No mercy should be showed the assassin in intent, if not in deed. Kentucky can well afford to draw a moral from this bloody work that ought to preserve the state in the future from just such acts of lawlessness That state is reaping what it sows. The colored people of Chicago propose organizing an insurance company which promises to be a big concern. The advisability of organizing such an institution has been questioned owing to the close competition in a business of that kind. It certainly requires peculiar and vast ability to manipulate insurance companies, as many a man knows to his sorrow. Yet there are many institutions of the kind that have succeeded immensely. The names of the Chicagoans attached to the call is a guarantee that the movement will be honest and earnest. Mr. Carnegie, the millionaire and to some extent, philanthropist, gives it out that he thinks that it is the poor man and his efforts that count for most in making life what it ought to be. This is very generous in him. It may be inferred that he knows what he is talking about since he has been both poor and rich. The world can afford to take him at his word, but it is hardly likely that he cares to re-live his former life. Experience is the best of teachers; the world desires to experience the two conditions before it is prepared to choose which it prefers. The Empire of the South is the name of a very excellent volume which has been prepared by the Southern Railway company, which has its offices at Washington, D. C. It gives a frank and forceful manner an interestingly written statement of the development of the Southern States in manufacturing commerce, agriculture and all lines of human actively. It is bountifully illustrated. W. A. Turk's is general passenger agent. Congressman-elect Roberts has been denied a seat in the house by an overwhelming majority. Even fifty votes in his favor is certainly a surprise to most people. There are two sides to most questions, but this one had but one side, consequently there was but one way to vote. To vote for a man with three wives to make laws for the people was just a little too nauseating. The officials of the Pennsylvania Lines West of Pittsburgh has issued a pamphlet giving the official local time tables of that very popular road. The pamphlet is a revision of the one heretofore used. In the arrangement and make up, it is a vast improvement on the old one. The very valuable compilation is largely due to W. W. Richardson, the genial district passenger agent. Hon. C. S. Hernley will preside over the destinies of the Republican party of the state of Indiana as the Chairman of the State Central Committee. Hernley has proven an astute politician, an organizer, and a successful campaign general. He has the confidence of his party. He will keep Indiana where she belongs; in the Republican ranks. The World Almanac and Encyclopedia for 1900 has reach this office. It is a volume of about six hundred pages which teem with facts and figures. These are arranged so as to serve as a ready reference. It is published by the Press Publishing Co., N. Y. It sells for 25 cents. The Philadelphia Record and the Indianapolis Sentinel almanacs have been issued from their respective offices. They are replete with facts and statistics. These offices are to be congratulated on the successful out come of such great undertakings. Booker T. Washington will address the Indiana State League of Republican clubs at Anderson, Indiana, Feb. 12. It is expected that many colored people will take advantage of the occasion and go to hear Mr. Washington who is growing daily in the estimation of the whole country. Mr. Taggart has promised all the assistance necessary in the proposed investigation of the discharged policemen and firemen. It is just like him, his geniality saves him in most any kind of a predicament. There is but one T. Taggart and he is with us. HON. C. S. HERNLEY Chairman Republican State Central Committee. Washington Speaks. Peoria, Ill., Special.—On the 22nd Peoria had the honor of hearing Prof. Booker T. Washington speak. He made two speeches. His first address was at the first Congregational church whose audience was made up of bankers, leading business men and other respected citizens. They paid his expenses and gave him $100 for his school at Tuskegee. While this was going on at the A. M. E. church sat an anxious audience of colored and white citizens waiting for the Prof. to arrive. About ten o'clock he escorted by the Rev. Wilkerson, pastor; Dr. Shepperd, H. C. Gibson and Joseph Conway followed by the colored W. Club. His entrance was a signal for applause which was given with a vim. He was introduced by the Rev. J. M. Wilkerson. He spoke briefly but to the point afterwhich a banquet was served in the basement by the Woman's club. Speeches were made by the following gentlemen: Joseph Conway, D. J. Smith C. Gibson and others. Mr. Washington responded by thanking the Woman's club and the citizens of Peoria for the kind reception he had met with in Peoria. The evening was one long to be remembered in Peoria. The Club made Mr. Washington a present of $25 for his school in Tuskegee. The Central city Republican club met on Jan. 26th and elected the following officers: Joseph Conway, press., I. C. Harper sec.; H. M. Burrell, treas. Chas. N. Turner, of the T. C. & W. R. r shops met with quite a serious accident while engaged in cutting a piece of steel, a small piece hitting him in the eye. He has been under the care of the doctor ever since. Geo. Hardin has gone to Davenport to work at the Kimball house. Kid Hilyard after several days sickness has resumed his place at the Fey. He is a great admirer of The Freeman. Patronize our Advertizers Best Work. Best Time. Best Prices. W.H.NEWBY WATCHMAKER Many years' experience in adjust-ment. Western Railroad Watches. We regulate by Western Union time, which is absolutely correct. 200 uredeemed *watches* for Sale. City Loan Office. 119 W. Washington St. Jan. 10, 1900, they will give every reader of this paper, who orders a large thirty cents can, containing about a month's treatment, a beautiful Sterling Silver Friendship Heart, if when they send the thirty cents, they will send the names and addresses of three friends whom they think will use Straightline, and eno'ose six cents extra to pay postage. The little silver heart is a nice present, and is the latest "fad." PROFITABLE EMPLOYMENT. The Nelson Manufacturing Company wish good agents in all unoccupied territory, and if you wish to devote your spare time to earning money, you would do well to write to them for particulars. Some of the agents are making from $2.00 to $3.00 per day, and the work does not interfere with their regular duties. Don't fail to write at once for a can of this wonderful preparation, and get full particulars regarding the agency. Enclose thirty cents in stamps or silver, and if you wish the heart, send the names of three of your friends and six cents to pay psstage. Address your letters to Nelson Manufacturing Company, Richmond, Va., and be sure and mention this offer and paper. The Dalton Hat Co., has removed to 111 W. Washington street, opposite the Bates House. They will positively sell the best $2 hat in America. Private Hospital. People in need of Surgical or Medical strictly private basis. Purifier, $1.00 per bottle. Nerve Vigor order, as no medicines are sent C. O. D. OLEY, 57 Pioneer St. Cincinnati, O Buchanan, READING DIRECTORS New York and Vermont st FAIR PRICE & CO. Meat Market ply of goods pertaining to the business. Av, Corner NORTH ST. New Phone 2827 Majestic Range Dr. Colley's Private For the Accommodation of all Colored People in my attention is still doing business on strictly private Dr. Colley's Systemic Regulator and Blood Purifier, $1 Restored for $5.00. Send money with order, as n For information write DR. E. DUVAL COLEY, Write for Dr. Colley's SYSTEMIC REGULATOR and BLOOD PURIFIER. $1 bottle. 437 Pioneer Flanner & Budd THE LEADING FUNERAL DIRI 320 N. Illinois St., bet. New York BEST SERVICE MORRIS & Groceries and Meat eeps constantly on hand a first-class supply of goods 529 Senate Av The Celebrated Majo Dr. Colley's Private Hospital. For the Accommodation of all Colored People in need of Surgical or Medical attention is still doing business on strictly private basis. Dr. Colley's Systemic Regulator and Blood Purifier, $1.00 per bottle. Nerve Vigor Restored for $5.00. Send money with order, as no medicines are sent C. O. D. For information write Write for Dr. Colley's SYSTEMIC REGULATOR and BLOOD PURIFIER, 1 bottle. 437 Pioneer St. Cincinnati,0 FUNERAL DIRECTORS 320 N. Illinois St., bet. New York and Vermont st BEST SERVICE FAIR PRICE keeps constantly on hand a first-class supply of goods pertaining to the business. 529 Senate Av, Corner NORTH ST. New Phone 2827 CAR BURNER VONNEGUT HARDW Nos. 120-124 E. Washington ARDWARE CO. Washington Street. VONNEGUT HARDWARE Nos.120-124 E.Washington Street. LONG, RICH, GLOSSY HAIR-A WONDERFUL PREPARATION-THE SECRET DISCOVERED BY A RICHMOND CHEMIST- Thousands and Thousands of People Now Using it, Who Speak in its Highest Praises—Used all Over the United States and in Many Foreign Countries. Nothing has caused so much favorable comment through the press and has been so eminently successful in doing all it claims, as the preparation that is put upon the market by the Nelson Mauufacturing Company, of Richmond, Va., and is known as Nelson's Straightline. The secret of the success of this preparation lies in the fact that it is not put up simply to attract attention and get money, but because it has real merits. Many in this immediate neighborhood have used it and say it has made their hair look both rich, glossy and long. The formula for this preparation was gotten up by a Richmond chemist, who has made the care of the hair his particular study, and is not to be confounded with the many cheap greases that are now flooding the country by parties who are "anxious to get dollars," but whose preparations have no real merit. In order that the readers may know something of the responsibility of the manufacturers of this article, we will say in their behalf that the Company is chartered by the State of Virginia, and have a capital of $5,000.00, and can be relied upon to do all they claim—The Richmond Planet of Dec. 16, has this to say: "The Nelson Manufacturing Company has done a fine business by putting upon the market an article which will do all that is claimed for it. The price is reasonable in fact cheap and the company does its business upon a first class, honorable basis." Shipments have been made recently to Cuba, Africa, Central America, and in fact shipments have been made to most every Foreign Country, and in a short while, every civilized country on the globe will be using it. A WARNING. It would be advisable for those who want to make sure they get the genuine, to ask for Nelson's Straightine, which is manufactured by the Nelson Manufacturing Company, of Richmond, Va., and not be fooled by having some inferior article thrust upon them. A SIXTY DAYS OFFER. The manufacturers authorize us to say that for sixty days from this date. Left the Bates House. A GREAT NEWSPAPER It has always been claimed for The Chicago Tribune that it would, in all probability, pass with the highest average in any competitive examination among the newspapers of the United States, in the excellence in all departments of journalism. "Under date of May 2, 1800, the Omaha World-Herald, editorial an- nouncement, asked the names of the five best newspapers in this country, points out that a newspaper must excel in the World-Herald. The World-Herald gives lists and rankings of American newspapers distinguished especially for excellence, mentioning the Chicago Tribune. 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THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. VODPOD O GOGO VO DOO OOO OD ¢ faa THE STAGE. e ay ° Se ——DITED By : Pa Sa3 3 : J. HARRY JACKSON. : 049099 09990000000000000004 THE FREEMAN POST OFFICE. juggler and dancer. The show is — good order and business is good. Bi stamped envelope, party addressea, | Helms sends regards to all professio gistipe enclosed for each letter, and the | friends. ‘The company is composed fhe of business, followed by the person | the following well-known people: Bi addressed should begiven, in order to pre-| Helms, Griffith, Nina Jones, G wnt mictakeSsfonals and others shouia | Johnson, Frankie Summerville, W. pair'io mind that all letters, etc., in tran- | Green, Blair Kenyon and G. R. Aust get coon the United States and Gan- ee wt inust be prepaid, otherwise they are iot rorwarded. The Twilight Quartette - Messrs. ee | F. Bennett, B. E. Johnson, B. D. Si LADIES List. and J. E. Kelly—are “‘cleaning v oe singing ‘I'd Leave Ma Happy Ho wea Hyer, May for You,” ‘Were the Sweet Magnol fiiit Nettie @ | Jackson Mrs. 3.w. | Bloom"”ete. Chey are with the Yor bron, Consie | Eee, Sallie se24,teath | TOS" Uncle Tom's Cabin company. Bitam, Bessie Howell Nento wee Gr Mis Allee |thurmamPerry Liazie| Geo. W. Broome, manager of Dun fi Ada J and Marion’s two-act musical farce ¢ . —_— edy: ‘‘Clorindy, or the Origin of ‘eueumnnte cine. Cake Walk,” is the American repres tien, J. G. Martell, WH © discs, Won Martin, ALW. @ tis David J. elford, Willie Brow. Miller Billy tae A. ery, A. Blak, Bily’ De Morris J. W. Boyer tM Morton, Jos ball tke Oliver, Jack Pinay, Geo, 10% — | Owens, Wed. Bint Boone Parker, Chas. Garter, Henry. Powell, Olarence Ghspusen, John Prampin, Harry Shiv, Bob Preston, Charlie Cotes Artar @ , | Brinee. Arthur t Ghar. BW. Reese Brothers Coli, Ben Reese, Olle Cooper, Wan E Beene, Geo, Sooper, Re BE Roberts, Walter M. Cooke Won, Seotte, ©. Jakes (2) Cottrell Win Shelton, Ollie C. Chmninig® Atexander | Shelton, B Byron Devine, Kato Simmons. W. Doruglnss, das. ma iams Rnery & Ashor Binith, Ald Hansen, WE Spiller, W., P (4) Flovd, Baal @) Sutton, Prank Gillan, Harry ‘Mitehner, Geo. Gray, George ‘Toomey, Jas, Git Bod | ate At oan, Brest IGF, Jase Aw Horn, Wait ‘Powell: itm Jusson, Arthur Watts, al F Jseson; Pros. J | Watts. 4 Jonmson, Ba W. Walker: 0 Johnson; Chas. Wallace, 3A. Jonson’ Burt B. | Washington, Lewis Jonker, Wea West, Jona Kersanda, Billy Mood, Geo, W. Ritenen eo, , | Wiliams. Billy Tew, Obas. Willis, Jas A NeCarvers Billy Willis) Ernest Mecale Dw’ | Winfred Henry Meguitty, A Wright, Louis ¥ Mahara, WA S. E. Dodd sends regards to P. G- Lowery. ee Geo, Moxley has closed with Mahara’s Ministrels. eee Lawerence Thomas sends regards to Sid Perrin. eee John Rucker sends regards to Mrs. P. T. Wright. tee ‘The ‘Macon City Kid” sends regards to all friends. soe Clermont and Tucker says, “keep your eyes on us.”” see Brantley Bros., are making a hit with their new songs and dances. ‘The Morton Bros., send regards tc James White and Prof Lowery. coe Lew Hall's book entitled the “Negro Profession” will be issued in June. G. Johnson is making a big hit with Billy Helms’ “Gay Coons From Dixie.” sae Marsh Craig’s hand seems to be com- ing around alright. He is working fine. eee Lewis manager of the New Orlean’s ‘Tronbadours is spending a while in New Orleans. eee Allie Brown sends regards to Mrs. P. ‘T. Wright and other members of the Nashville Students, cee While in Memphis, Tenn., Lew Hall ‘was elected a member of the Mark fan- na Club of that city. B. E. Johnson sends regards to Lash Gideon, A. P. Harris, John Stewart and Madam Ida D. Wright. McCarver. Reed & McCarver send re- sards to James White, Clarence Powell ‘and all professional friends, eee ‘Jos. McMurray says he has something up his sleeve for next season, he sends regards to Nicholas and Elgar. coe Henry C. Calloix sends regards to Joe Xoung, Frank Castro and Alphonse Ginger of Allen's New Orleans Minstrels, eae Williams & Walker and their big company of Negro celebrities in the fun- 2. fxceeomedy “The Policy Shop,” ate booked to appear at the Park Thea- tre, Indianapolis, Feb, 12-13-14, vee D.Ireland ‘Thomas writes: Regards fo Prof. Nicholas, Sol. ‘Townsend’ the ar oully:" Carl Cage the “Texas Ranver,” Garel the old man, also, Prof. Bine, Pickett and Festus, ‘Am dat yous’ Disme" Hello! Ollie Shelton, ‘it ‘em hard.” Joln W, Simmons of the Big Minstrel Festival, made a flying trip for Pales- Une, Tex., his home, from ‘Tyler, Jan. |\. While there he met the boys of the Ulver Scott Minstrels and a grand time }osbed. Mr. Simmons rejoined the ‘stival at Waco. eee Dilly Helms’ “Gay Coons From Dixie”” are still prosperous, though some ghanges have been made in the company doting the past two. weeks. We have Tow with us the charming little sou- ye Julia Wells also Master Albert Moore, the phenominal decoeiic eke juggler and dancer. The show is in ood order and business is good. Billy Helms sends regards to all professional friends.” ‘The company is composed of the following well-known people: Bill Helms, Griffith, Nina Jones GW. Johnson, Frankie Summerville, W. J. Green, Blair Kenyon and G. R. Austin. eee The Twilight Quartette - Messrs. E. F. Bennett, BE. Johnson, B. D. Silly and J. E. Kelly—are “cleaning up” singing “I'd Leave Ma Happy Home for You,” “Were the Sweet Magnolias Bloom” ete. | Chey are with the Young Bros’. Uncle Tom's Cabin company. Geo. W. Broome, manager of Dunbar and Marion’s two-act musical farce com: edy: ‘“Clorindy, or the Origin of the Caie Walk,” is the American represen tative and agent for O. M. McAdoo’ Australian musical and vandeville en- terprises, with headquarters at 158-16( W. 29th street, New York City. eee Lew Hall and Miss Elenora Dardis have closed with Mahara’s Minstrel Car nival. Mr Hall writes from Memphis Tenn., that they have two good offers but they may go to Chicago and get. o1 the circuit. Miss Dardis is reported be singing better than ever. Mr. Hal sends regards to the Mallory Bros., the Alabama Quartette, Leroy Bland, Han dy and Malone. ee eee Oe eae tis 5 pag ae tae ae ™ a acta 1M: 2 Say Se 2a erase fee se bes cee fo ee <3 any Ppt # ¥ ear vs z = + oe Sa i PROF. R N. THOMPSON, Band and Orchestra Leader with Oliver Scott's Refined Negro Minstrels. PROF. R. N. THOMPSON. ‘The above is a very good likeness of Prof. R.N. Thompson one of America’s leading colored band and orchestra director. Mr. Thompson isa musican of wonderfull ability Eb cornet being his instrament in brass, While as a violinist he has but few equals in the colored profession. Mr. Thompson has been director of the Big Military Band with Oliver Scott’s Minstrels for three season, This season he was given the band and orchestra and has been re- engaged for the next season and will have fall charge of all mnsicians with this big company which will consist of a Military Band of twenty-two men and orchestra of fourteen men, dram corps of six, a corps of mounted’ buglers eight in number and a Mirambo Band of six Hawalian boys. Notes from Lee Moses’ “Coontown Four Hundred:—''Tom Jefferson con- tinues to make the audience howl with delight at his original songs and fanny sayings. W.-H. Powers, singing and dancing comedian, is also making good. B. P. Kennett, the Black magician, as- sisted by Miss Sophia Roberson, is mal ing a hit with some new featares. Miss Henrietta Terrell is making a go of Bob Cole's ‘Chicken’ song. Miss Cora Jones the sweet soprana singer is singing “‘My Lady Lu.” Miss Blanche Ervin with- ‘ont any exceptions, has few equals in singing coon songs. We are now en- ‘route to the Coast and everybody is well. ‘Dan Palmer and wife have left for Chi- cago. Kennett, the magiclan, was mar- ried to Miss Roberson on the 20th ult. ‘The bride and groom had many presents given them. J. Edw. Goggin, of the well-known acrobatic team of Goggin & Davis, sends the following interesting letter from Dublin, Ire.,—‘"Dear Sir, suppose you want to mow how we are Retting along over here. We had a fine voyage over, only rough two days, but of course Davis was ill all the way, as usual. We opened here at the Theatre Royal, in the pantomime “Robinson Crusoe,” playing the two comedy roles Sherlock and Holmes, H. M. Revenue officers, and do- ing onr specialty in the sixth scene, and we have made a terrific hit: We have been offered a five-year contract at this house for the pantomimes, ten weeks in a year, but as we do not expect to stay abroad we were compelled to refuse it. English comedians are very jealons, and do everything to down you—that is they go on and do your stuff in front of you, but we were equal to the emergency’ for we woald goon and do something dif- ferent. Ihave mailed you, under sep- erate cover, some billing matter, to show how we are billed and yon can judge for youreelf as to our success, ‘We are both in the best of health; and the only “Americans in Dublin, This pantomime has a chorus of one hundred people and is quite a snecess. I am in ocr of a letter froma the Mobila ome iy Quintette—Cumminger, Mercer, Ray, ‘May and Williams, who are at Leeds. Eng., at the Theatre Royal in the pan- tomime “Sinbad, the Sailor,” also ap- pearing at the Tivoli, at the same place. ‘They are doing great over here. ‘They come to America in April, being en- gaged by Tony Pastor for his spring tour. ‘The Farrells—Billy and Willie— are at Sheffield, Eng., at the Lyceum, playing ane eat Queen in the panto- mime “Twinkle Lattle Star;” he has just sent me a newspaper clipping which speaks very highly of them, Bessie Lee isa big favorite here on the continent; she is billed as the ‘Coloured Patti.’ ‘She is at present spending the holidays with her hosband, Frank Cumminger, of the Mobile Comedy Quintette; after- which she goes on the continent, includ- ing France, Germany, Russia and Italy. Rachel Waiker was a headliner at Cork, Ire., last week; she is also a big favorite over here. I have met social ‘Buffaloes’ over here since my arrival. Regards to all the Afro-American professionals. Although this is a great country for any good act and for saving your money, I fing to be under the ‘Stars and Stripes with all its disadvantages. You can answer this to Cork, Ire., we open there Feb, 5, for two weeks at the Theatre Pe ° Notes from Mahara’s Big Minstrel Carnival:—There has been several new people added toonr company while we were in Mississippi. Gordon C. Collins the big mouth funny comedian is pleas. ing the colored people ever where and making lots of friends, besides meeting many old acquaintances, who remember him from 1890 when we were thongl this country with MeCabe & Young’ Ministrels at Birmingham. We hac over two thonsand colored people, out to our entertained several of whow gave a ball and reception in his honor and to which all members of the com- any were invited. LeRoy Bland, Blara Thornton, ‘Nettio Gol, Guones Hamilton and the Thornton. sisters are making a hit nightly. ‘This company in fact is being highly commented upon by all the Southern press. Where a up-to- date show is very highly appreciated by both white and black alike. ‘The show will not close doing the sammer but will take the northern rout on their annual trip to the Coast. eee 4.Ea Green of the Oliver Scott Re- fined Negro Minstrels writes: “Having contracted with the management of this company for the balance of the season, Lwish to extend throngh The Freeman many thanks to the managers who made me flattering offers, in answer to my “‘at liberty” advertisment; and will say that I fonnd this company in first-class running order. ‘The band and orchestra under Prof. Robt. N. ‘Thompson, is first class in all particulars. ‘The comedy handled principally by Messrs. Panel, ‘VerValin, Powell and White meets with standard approval. Clarence Powell in & monologne—"‘Abont the City’ —is a three-time winner. ‘ James White as a singing comedian needs but a word: ‘good.” The olio in all particulars is first-class. Ihave taken charge of the singing and the middle chair, and will Teport my success in a later edition. ‘Stoke’ Moore's Reception’ by James a MEANS SUCCESS.”..... ae J. ED GREEN | . 9 {0 Managers Wo wecte” Eoscon™ BEG MINSTRELS for tnlanoe of season, Thanks ———— Colored Musicians of all kinds; also High-Class Novelty Acts suitable for a Minstrel show, for NEXT SEASON; for Richards & Pringle’s Famous Georgia Minstrels, Direction of Rusco & HOLLAND, Address: T. J. CULLIGAN, Manager: ef care Third Avenue Theatre, Seattle, Wash 5 White, 18 & roaring success as an after- piece. The musicians send regards 0 all triends. The ‘Sea Lion’ is good health and wishes Stokie and Lacy to know that in a few days he will be floundering in the waters of Florida. I had to spend several days at my home in New Albany, Ind., on account of the iliness of my grand-mother, rejoining the show at Birmingham, Ala. eee Indianapolis should again feel proud of bemg able to hear the famous Cana- dian Jubilee Singers and Imperial Or- chestra at Allen Chapel, Tuesday even- ing, Jan. 30. ‘The large auditorium was filled to the doors, standing room was at a premium. The program was render- ed with an expression and enthusiasm seldom, if ever, before displayed by any singing organization that has visited onr city. ‘The company this sea- son has five new faces, and each of them acquitted themselves in a creditable way in their initial appearance before an Indianapolis audience. The jubilee songs “Roll Jordan, Roll," “Peter on Sea,” “Zion's Children” ‘and “Swing Low’ were received with great applause, ‘The trombone solos rendered by Mr. F, Nathan Warner was deserving of es- ‘pecial mention, and the large audience | was not slow in showing their apprecia- tion by compelling bim to answer sever- al encores; Mr. Warner's solo_ work is artistic. “Lucinda Vanee, W. H. Hol- land and J. Vernen ¢ arter also sang s0- jos which met with hearty approval of the audience. The orchestra under the leadership of J. H. Robinson was up to the standard attained by them last sea- son; it was composed as follows: J. H. Robinson, leader, violin; W. T. Cary, cornet; F.N. Warner, trombone; Mrs, V. Morgan, piano; W.' H. Holland, bas: violin; and J.’ Vernon Carter, ‘traps ‘The following is the roster of the com- pany: Wm. Carter, proprietor; W. T. Cary, business manager; A. S. Cox, ad: vance agent: J. H. Robinson, leader of orchestra; Mrs. 8, Carter, pianist; Mrs ¥, Morgan, secistant pianist; Lavcinds Vanee, soprano soloist; Miss M. Hogan, soprano; Mrs. J. Lightfoot, contralto W. H. Holland, lion basso; F. N. War- ner, trombone soloist; J. Vernon Carter, tenor soloist; W. T. Cary, tenor; and W. Carter, baritone soloist. ‘The im pression made by the Canadians is « guarantee that they will always receive a warm reception and liberal support by the music loving people of — the Hoosier capitol. Rev. A. L. Murray is deserving of much credit for the succes of the entertainment. eee A few copies of our Holiday is still or hand. Single copies by mail 5c. /RUSCO & HOLLANDS’ BIG ATTRACTIONS i | Richards, PringleRusco & Holland Big Minstrel Festival; 55 People---3 Bands---Special Trains, | The Largest Minstrel Show in the World, | Richards and Pringles Famous Georgia Minstrels gl of RUSCO & HOLLAND. 45 People-- 2 Bands --Special Train, The 5 Whirlwinds, Arabian Acrobats. | THe Gena) ouamehwen ch | a & a Nashville: Minstrel | | i " ‘Students Carnival | 8 | a ' Direction of RUSCO & HOLLAND. | Fifty People----Two Cars----Two Bands, | of RUSTO & HOLL AES Wabash a Chicago 111, care National Printing Co. SORCRTRRCE NORD TROTTER penne nesrees eeretesutasesneoseeeeenerece.. ARR RANZO“ ato Hamp on &Johmon, mut rit, Re Wb at Wry for soso 0 Roti fo Musioal Teamna-cifor Saigs Ariat" Wun; co, Movin Fence and Tih aind Ro op aN coer: agin nen Tone and WILL GOFF KENNEDY COMEDY VOCALIST Enronte—GEORGIA UP-TO-DATE. ——_—— Seein’ is belervin.—— If you lead others will tollow. MARSH GRAIG, oe ee Siates agian thant Ee To Our Friends and Patrons: Please read and try and realize what we are offering our patrons for the Season of 1899-1900 with—— Mahara’s Big Carnival Minstrels 50 Best Looking, Neatest Dressed and Most Deportiy Singing Colored People. Richly Costumed 18-Piece Military Band and Orchestra. 12 Handsome Performing Shetland Ponies. 25 Wonderful Performing Dogs. 4 High-Class Comedians. 16 Pretty Singing and Dancing Soubrettes. Bitsy sar tniaman for tales anc cases sepela so ets uaaty Man Sei eRe et gmneanngt chorusor pt mareeg ty loudmoutied comedians” Buglry Pout Wansnedss Goes ah Meee ahi a etinr Summgenign umd, Pel, Beier Maa ie eee ane Ome W.A, & JACK MAHARA, Managers and Proprietors Permanent address: 160 Clark street, CHICAGO. PETE STANLEY TRAP DRUMMER with Rusco & Holland’s Big Minstrel Festival. Per. Address, The Freeman. Simpson, Pittman & Patrick HIGH-CLASS MUSICAL ARTISTS Bijarde Pring’ Georgia Mistcle sper MADISON OPERA HOUSE, MADISON, SOUTH DAKOTA. LOUIE H, WILUHITE, Manager and Lessee. Now. booking for 10001901. Up-to-Date Shows always wanted. Seating capacity, 90. Sosman & Landis uew scenery. Klectrle tiguts, Stage 25x0).” Population 3:00. Good ratiroad accomodations and hotel accomodations, Om the O's. « 8t-p. Etsy conneetionwith Siowx Falls, Pipestone, Aberdeen, Watertown, Harton about the intone enough hits Jn this budget to give. tea shows—only 20." Quinn's ‘Comic ul- fotin’ contains: 100"now End Gags, 100 ‘Team Gags, Funny News Items, two great ‘Sple" (poetry), Dutch Gag, three bow monologue tturns-and ten Parodies, ine eluding’ “Sunny. Tounesee,”" “Hello’ Ma Babys’ “ain @No Lise’ The Teemane™ "Alte Smeot Home," ee. te, Now is your chance to get a ine evitection a Honologues and paradiesfor omy 3864 TC OUINN Hox it Rocheetes, NY, Wanted-Colored Performers, Comedians GEORGIA UP-TO-DATE TnBDW; GHORSE Hele, Owrner ond Manager. Addrem care: Greve Lithograph Co, 1511 West Markham Street LITTLE ROK, ARK., 00 feet west trom Union Depot. . Board by the Day or Week. "Hot aud Gold Bathe aed ‘at Other moders! appliances: Hooms well vent! fated, ‘Beals on fecia\ order, © MAHAN Papreceron, 8rd Annual Tour of... The Leading Colored Theatrical Organization of the World... | HEADED BY BOB COLE *° BILLY JOHNSON SUPPORTED BY Mr. Lloyd G. Gibbs, Miss Edna Alexander, Mr. Walter Dixon, Miss Mollie Dill, ‘Mr. Sam Consins, Miss Alice Mackay (Accooe), ‘Mr. Barrington Carter, Miss Pauline Freeman, ‘Mr. Thomas Craig, Miss Clara Freeman, Mr, Samnel King, Miss Jennie Hillman, Mr. Geo. Ledbetter, Miss Jennie Sheper, Mr. George Brown, Miss Lavinia Jones, ‘Mr. Willis Accooe, Miss Estella Ware, Miss Willetta Duncan, Miss Nettie Glenn, ‘Miss Albertina Martin, ‘Miss Myrtyle Conzzins, Miss Pearl LeVan, AND MR. SAMUEL LUCAS PRESENTING ED.E. LESTER, Rep. Management of ED.W.COOK RACE CLEANINGS. $5000 was given recently to the Tuskegee Institute by an unknown friend. the A. M.E. church yet we hope better success. Miss Bragg, of Portlan Ind., is here visiting Minnie and Dai Alfred White, a caterer and confectioner, of St. Louis, Mo., has made $75,000 at his business. Alderman Smith Robertson, colored, of Jackson, Miss., died a day or two ago, and the white mayor and aldermen acted as pallbearers. It is a tribute never before paid to a Negro there. S. M. Raines is the patentee of a bake oven that is being used largely by bakeries and hotels throughout the country. Mr. Raines is a citizen of Ft. Wayne, Ind., and is a business man and masonic member of much note. G. F. Bowles, a prominent colored attorney of Natchez, Miss., and official head of the colored Knights of Honor, died last week. He was at one time a member of the Mississippi legislature, representing his county. He was one of the most prominent colored men in the south and is reputed to be quite wealthy. The enterprise of the Negro is to be tested in the erection and management of a large cotton factory at a town to be established six miles from town of LaGrange, Ga. The project is under the control of the Mutual Aid society which has about three hundred lodges in Georgia. The officers of the town will all be Negroes. Two students arrived at the Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute at Tuskegee, Ala.. a few days ago who had walked there from their home in South Carolina, a distance of 500 miles. They are now at Tuskegee learning trades in connection with their academic training. One wants to be a carpenter and the other a blacksmith. "The Abbey Press," of 114 Fifth avenue. New York, will issue, February 1. a novel by Samuel A. Hamilton of Roaring Spring. The title of the book "The Vengeance of the Mob," indicates the character of the same and its purpose. The scene is laid in the region surrounding Eustis, Florida, and gives the first presentation of "cracker" life in the pine woods of the south. It takes up the Subject of outrages upon Negroes in the south upon the mere suspicion of crime and gives an account of their torturing and burning with realistic faithfulness. The Rev. John G. Fee, a noted abolitionist founder of Berea College erected for co-education of whites and blacks, died at his home in Berea, Ky., Jan. 5, aged eighty-four. While he was at College Hill, this county, before the war, sixty men surrounded the house with pistols and guns. He was dragged out, and a man with a rope swore he would be swing up if he did not leave the county. Robert Jones, Fee's companion, was stripped and given thirty-three lashes, but Fee escaped punishment. He declined to obey their demands, and continued preaching against slavery. His life work consisted of laboring in behalf of the colored people. The Rescue Home for Colored Girls, t 432 West Eighteenth street, Indianapolis, Ind., was opened for public inspection recently. The purpose is to interest colored people in its object. Invitations, extended through the pastors of the churches, were responded to by about fifty persons. Miss Smock has, by money and counsel, aided Mrs. Frances Simpson, who, feeling the urgent need of such a home, rented and fitted up the present quarters. She has also, with the assistance of Mrs. Reed, paid the rent and bought fuel during the past two months. There is great need, it is pointed out, of money, articles of food, clothing, furniture, bedding, etc. Visitors to the home, recently brought many useful articles and left a small purse toward the payment of rent. The home contains nine rooms, convenient as to arrangement and ventilation, and its mission is to furnish free, temporary shelter to unfortunate and erring young colored girls, who desire to lead better lives. The work is to be strictly Christian, but undenominational, and its success depends wholly upon public contributions. Marion Pickings. Marion, Ind., Special.Revivals are in full blast many of our churches are having a gloios out pouring of the holy pirit, we are getting along nicely at THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. the A. M. E. church yet we hope for better success. Miss Bragg, of Portland, Ind., is here visiting Minnie and Daisy Young and other relatives and friends, Oliver Stokes passed through in a rush on his way to Wabash to peep at his (Intended.) Mr. Burnett and daughter, Mr. Wm. Burden, Mrs. Cumberland, of Fairmount, Ind., Mrs. Stewart, of Tipton, Ind., attended services at the A. M. E. church Sunday night. The church was crowded to standing room hear Rev. Holliday who preached an interesting sermon. Dr. W. T. Thomas is a candidate for Coronor of Grant Co., subject to decision of Republicans. Mrs. Nellie Everett who is a compliant music teacher is fully prepared and will take pupils for piano instructions terms very reasonable. Miss Virginia Bass who gragnated from Grammer class last Thursday night, recited "Only an old man Story" and left the stare amid a storm of applause. Mr. Grant Shears has returned to the city we hope to stay. Miss May Jefferies has also returned to resume her studies at Normal college. The leading blacksmith shop in the city is run by Moss. Miss Cora A. Julius, who has formerly been a student at Normal college will take a course at the Conservatory of Music she will take Voice Culture and lessons on the piano and cornet. If you wish to get race wise read The Freeman you will find it for sale at Johnny H. Robinson's barber shop. Highly Praised in All Circles. Atlanta, Ga. Inp. 2 Atlanta, Ga., Jan. 3, 1900. Allow me to congratulate you on getting out such an excellent number as the Holiday appearer, hear nothing but the higherisee concerning it from all classes of people. Very truly yours. ISAAC HUMPREY The Holiday Number a Gem. Philadelphia, Pa., Jan. 5, 1900 Hon. Gee. L. Knox.-Dear Sir. The holiday edition of your paper is a gem. The finest of any colored paper I ever saw. You deserve the support of the race for your superlative efforts. Wishing you much success. C. H BROOKS. Chinese Can Endure Pain "A very curious thing about the Chinese is their indifference to pain," said Dr. E. Z. Simons, the veteran missionary of Canton, who was in the city a few days ago. "We do a great deal of surgical work in the great city hospital conducted by the united missions at Canton, and it was at first supposed that there would be endless trouble in persuading the natives to take anaesthetics, but the doctors found, to their surprise, that anaesthetics were rarely needed, and that their patients endured the most serious operations without flinching the fraction of an inch. The average Chinaman will assume the required position and hold it like a statue. When the knife touches his flesh he begins a slight monotonous moan, and keeps it up until the ordeal is over, but he gives no other indication of pain. Whether this is due to nerve, bluntness or stoicism, or a combination of both, I have never been able to determine, but the fact remains that the Canton Hospital uses less chloroform or other drug than any other institution of the kind on earth." —New Orleans Times-Democrat She Met Ruskin. Mr. Ruskin was taking a morning walk not long ago near Brantwood, when he saw a woman seated on a campstool making a sketch of the house, and with a courteous grace which is intensely his own he addressed her, inquiring her reason for choosing the house in question for her subject. "It is the house of the famous John Ruskin," she frankly answered. "Have you met Ruskin?" she was asked. "No, indeed." she replied. "If I had I would have deemed it one of the greatest privileges of my life." "Then, madam, if you care to follow me, I will show him to you." In a twinkling the stool and easel were packed up, and the artist eagerly followed the guide. To her surprise and gratification, he led her up to the house, and, entering, bade his guest follow, which she readily did. On marched the stranger into the drawing room; then, placing his back to the fireplace, a familiar attitude, he exclaimed, to the amazement of his companion: "Now, what do you think of Ruskin?" Wanted the Letter. She confronted him at the breakfast table. "George, I want that letter in your pocket. Please give it to me. Don't refuse." A guilty look swept over his face, and he answered hoarsely: "W-what letter, my dear?" "Why a V, but if you could make it an X it would do just as well I have got some shopping to do." And he was so grateful at the hairbreadth escape that he made it a XX. Rushing Him Through. "Casey's hearing has given out and he is rapidly going blind." "What's to become of him." "His friends are trying to have him made a baseball umpire."—Philadelphia North American. claimed for it and worthy in every respect of the confidence and attention of every member of the colored race. Because they found it to cause the hair to GROW LONG AND STRAIGHT in the bald head. Now, when ever a genuine article appears on the market, there are always a lot of people who imitate and make capital out of the merit of other goods. Seems to be enhanced success numerous so-called hair growers and hair straighteners were put on the market. Of course the colored people had no way to tell that they were being fooled and bought more. Now we ask you a plain question: Would we absolutely agree to refund you your money provided you are not satisfied with the preparations we manufacture if our goods were not true to all we claim for them. We assert right here that we are not guilty of any unfairness offering to return the money for every case in which Ozone did not give satisfaction and we have the head of all itching, worrying, running scalp diseases. Eczema, Pimples, Dandruff, Itch, Etc. It will stop your hair from falling out and keep it from falling out. It will restore gray hair to its natural color, making the hair Long and Soft. Fine and Silky and as beautiful as an April morning. We will use Ozone using thousands of testimonials. We've not space to publish *D. B. Hertz an eminent Colored Divine of the Church*. I have found your Ozone to be a valuable gift with thousands of testimonials. We've not space to publish *D. B. Hertz an eminent Colored Divine of the Church*. Kate *W*. Page, blacksburg, Va., writes: Your preparation has proven true to all you claim for it. You can make this liberal offer. Cut out this Coupon and send it to us with $1.00 and we will forward it to you 4 boxes of Ozone and one bottle of Electrical -kin Refiner which makes black skin bright. rough skin soft and plant and cures all skin diseases. We will also include one fancy gift. Electrical Skin Food—nature's great beautifier, removes wrinkles, Moth patches, freckles and all facial blemishes, and to prove our liberality we will add to this one Package of Anti-Odor. Our position is that this Coupon to us with One Dollar and get this great Combination Offer, as this opportunity will not occur again. BOSTON CHEMICAL COMPANY BEFORE. 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Do not keep all of their husbands and children into business until you know all, do not let silly religious scruples prevent your consulting. Madame is the only one in the world who can present your future husband, with age and date of marriage, you whether the one you love is true or false. There are some people who believe that there is no truth to be gained from consulting a book or a book of truth. It is only from the lack of discrimination that such a conclusion can be reached. It is not everyone who placards himself or her name for the truth of the case or the she claims. And a person of any enquiring mind may ask the reason why. It is amply that these advisers do not take the trouble of their thoughts for a moment with acquiring the art of phrenology and kindred branches that will have a tendency to make the pathway to the road of the business clear and devoid of confusion. It is an undeniable fact that persons will come for advice—in full knowledge of what they want to know, and yet as soon as they receive a book of truth, they deaver to dispel from their minds what they know so as to hear if it will be rehearsed by the Medium. To get the secret out of a person by "pumping," in no few cases, is the art used by the advisers. It is a matter of the hand and gain control of the mind thereby, is a matter of impossibility to most of them. And yet this can be done, and by consulting the Medium WITH this seeming mystery becomes realization. This subject has received no little attention by eminent men and even college professors. So it proves conclusively that although there are infringers in our midst with "oily tongues," we have not been closed to the entire profession. It takes a great deal of study to become an accomplished Medium, and by a continuous effort of perseverance the goal of parents unishamable mysteries have been procured by MRS. MARTH for the benefit of humanity. By letter, advice $1.00. Hours from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. All letters must contain stamps for answers. MRS. M. B. MARTH. 246 West Thirty-first NEW YORK CITY N.Y. Mention The Freeman. These are the expressions, which fall from the lips of those who visit MADAM MORGAN, 249 Indiana avenue. The most wonderful Clairvoyant and Life Reader the world ever knew, gifted with a wonderful Power from her birth, she reads past, presents and future with exact accuracy. You will be afraid of business affairs worry you will make the way easy. If you have domestic cares, or troubles she can overcome these vexations conditions and make life a dream to you, if your love affairs are not what you would like them to be this wonderful Lady will make them according to your desire. She guarantees satisfaction, office and residence many testimonials from Indianapolis people which are open to your inspection, where she will be pleased to meet her old customers and many new ones. Madam Morgan does not advertise anything that she cannot do, but does advertise half she can do and one will visit with rushes. She can do well in love, loves and Charm work guaranteed. Resorts peace and happiness in married state, gives advice in business and all affairs of life. Inclose $1 General News Newsv Items Henderson, Ky., Special—Miss Jerusha Fellows and Mr. Frank Payne were united in marriage, Jan. 10th at the bride's home on Ingram st. Mrs. Walter J. Browne who has been quite sick is now convalescent. Miss Alice Cabell has returned from the State University. Communion services were held at St. Clements Mission last Sunday afternoon Rev. R. H. C. Mitchel is expected home soon from Harrodsburg. Deaths; Jan. 9th, Mrs. Belle Woodson; Jan., 10, Mrs. Margaret Pea; Jan. 12, Mrs. Bettie Lewis; Jan. 13, Harry Banks; Jan. 17, Harriet Cabell. Sick list; Wm. Nelson, Mack Starling, Mrs. Carrie Taber and little Miss Leila Mia Browne. THE AUTOMOBIKE. A Self-Propelling Bicycle Invented by a Michigan Man. The rapid strides that automobility is making may be illustrated by a vehicle which has been brought out here. The new machine is called the "mobile" and, as its name implies, is a self-propelled bicycle, run by a very small and light motor—a sort of gasoline turbine—which, in spite of its diminutive size, possesses such astounding power that the capacities for high speed and hill climbing abilities of the new machine put the old type of foot-power bicycle far in the shade. The inventor is Prof. A. M. Herring, whose recent experiments in aeronautics have created widespread interest. The experiments of the professor and Mr. Chaunts, with the gliding machines at Dune Park, Ind., will be remembered by many readers, some of whom will also recall the last year the professor produced a new flying machine, the first to carry an operator in successful flight. This machine, technically known as an aerocurve, or aerodrome, was merely an experimental one operated by compressed air engines, but its flights were nevertheless successful enough to remove all apprehension of failure in a flying machine propelled by a more permanent power. The new engines for the perfected flying machine were practically completed when the Truscoff Boat Company fire occurred, which destroyed the professor's quarters and work, along with everything else in the main building. The only machine to escape destruction was the half-completed "mobike" tandem, which he was building for his own use. This machine has room and power enough for two people; it plows through the sand of rough roads and up ordinary grades with such a load with apparently the same ease 'as it runs along the smoothest street. All of the machinery is fully automatic, as merely pushing the mobike along sets all the machinery in motion, after which the rider has simply to mount by the step and steer, controlling the speed the while by an almost imperceptible movement of the foot, which rests upon an engine governor at the rear of the turbine head. The batteries and hot-tube igniters, the source of trouble with all gasoline engines, are dispensed with, and even the adjustment of the gasoline and air valve, which in other machines requires such constant attention in the newest type of automobile, is automatically effected by the machine itself. The machine now has been used on runs which already aggregate 600 miles, and apparently never needs attention or repairs.—St. Joseph (Mich.) Cor. Chicago Record. CAUTION TO OUR READERS! In buying the remedy "To Cure a Cold in One Day," LAXATIVE BROMO-QUININE TABLETS be sure the signature of the inventor E. H. Hove appears on each package. Many worthless imitations are put up under similar names and are balletto deceive the public. HOLIDAY NUMBER OF THE FREEMAN. The Freeman is a journal of journals and a credit to the race.—Kansas City Observer. The holiday number of The Freeman contain 24 pages which presents a neat appearance, and only shows that The Freeman is meeting with success.—The Macon (Ga.) Sentinel. We congratulate the Indianapolis Freeman on its holiday number. It is a gem. The finest piece of work of any Negro Journal we have seen—The Afro-American, Baltimore, Md. 一 We congratulate the Indianapolis (ind.) Freeman upon its holiday number of 24 pages containing cuts and spicy articles from prominent men of the race. The Freeman is one of the most widely known Negro papers in this country.—Star of Zion. The holiday edition of the Indianapolis Freeman was a gem and reflects great credit upon the management. It stoutripped all of its contemporaries in its typographical appearance as well as in the enterprising display of "cuts" and literary productions.—The Richmond Planet. One of the most intelligent colored men in America is Mr. George L. Knox, publisher and proprietor of that excellent paper. The Freeman. We THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. know of no publication printed solely under the auspices of the colored race that shows anything like the enterprise and ability in make-up that characterizes The Freeman. Every number is well edited and beautifully illustrated and could be a credit to editors and proprietors of much more pretentions. The holiday number is especially attractive, and should be a means of lifting the colored people in the estimation of all white men who peruse its pages.—The Indiana Illustrated Weekly. 一 The holiday edition of "The Freeman," the Indianapolis colored people's paper, appeared Saturday and as handsomely edited and illustrated sheet of 24 pages.—Indianapolis Daily Sun. The Freeman's holiday number was a most attractive paper. The Freeman is a credit to the colored race, and deserves the success achieved.—The Independent, Indianapolis. Talk about Christmas editions. The Indianapolis Freeman knocked all the rest out. It stands head and shoulders above all the rest.—The Independent, Houston, Texas. The fine illustrated holiday number of The Freeman is a supreme pace set in Negro journalism. While we congratulate Editor George L. Knox for its well edited columns, the mechanical force is due great credit for artistic workmanship.—The Colorado Slatesman. --- The Freeman of December 30, was a masterly effort on the part of the publisher, containing 24 pages devoted to discussions of topics of the day and current gossip most beneficial to the Negro race. It is certainly worthy of its name, and is the oldest and best Negro journal in the country.—Kansas City Observer. The Freeman's Holiday edition of of twenty-four pages was as usual up to the top notch, and looms out with many half-tones of leading professional men and women. It is not as large as we have seen it on similar occasions, still the general make-up is superior to any of its former publications, and brother Knox can jstly stand at the head of Negro journalism.—Utah Plaindealer. I say, boys, did you see "uncle George" Knox's Xmas edition, and wern't it a heart? A perfect gem of literature and art. It should be possessed and preserved by every family in this country, as a souvenir. It is pleasing to look upon, and interesting and profitable to read and peruse. Long live the grand old Freeman, and its venerable editor.—The Item, Dallas, Texas. The Indianapolis Freeman gets out a holiday number of twenty-four pages that is most creditable to its proprietors. There are a number of excellent articles from some of the ablest writers of the race, together with many short sketches and half-tones of those who have become prominent in the theatrical profession. All in all it makes a fine appearance and the issue is one that can be read to advantage by all.—The Western Outlook. --- The holiday number of the Indianapolis Freeman, 24 pages, on good book paper and filled with fine cuts to illustrate instructive and elegant reading matter, has been received. The mechanical make-up of the great publication is a work of art and must be so regarded, while the journal in its entirety makes an impression highly favorable to the race it represents, and creditable to those who got it up. Long may the Freeman live, much may it prosper.—The Dallas (Tex.) Express. The special edition of the Indianapolis Freeman should cause universal rejoicing among the Negroes of this country, because it gives an idea of the wonderful progress the Negro has made in the printing business. Editor Knox's last effort along the special edition line deserves more than ordinary mention, and places him in the front ranks as a newspaper man. The made-up showed that much skill was required, and the cuts showed off to an advantage; the quality of paper used was the very best. Knox you have done a mighty thing.—The Victoria (Tex.) Guide. The holiday number of the Indianapolis Freeman, which contained twenty-four pages, is indeed the best Negro journalistic treat that has been circulated to the readers of Negro newspapers in this whole world at this age. Hon. Geo. L. Knox, the proprietor and publisher, has rightfully won the head rank of Negro journals of the world in this issue of Dec. 30, 1899. He has beat his own record, and the beauty comes in that it was The Freeman and no other. The literary make-up of this issue contains food that will be beneficial to the most brained minds of the race. And in fact it will be thought for the whites to read in this issue of The Freeman. Mr. Knox, accept our most hearty congratulations from the far sunny Southland. We say to you that in your efforts you are doing great work to promote the interest of your people, and when doseth the man cease worse hair is now flying a white cover, the people will say a great man has fallen, first in the name of his God, his people and country.—The City Times, Galveston, Texas. Miss Daisy Stevenson One of the Few Lady Butchers of the Country. Rochester has been referred to by some envious persons as a "back number," but she can boast of being a leader with but a single exception in one respect—that of a female butcher. The name of this fair knight of the saw and cleaver is Miss Daisy Stevenson, and she disposes of her wares at an up-to-date little market at the corner of Plymouth avenue and Grieg street. The proprietor is a modest, unassuming little woman, 28 years of age, slightly below the average height, and fair. She is a brilliant conversationalist and possesses exceptional executive abilities. Miss Stevenson has now been cutting meat for a living for two years and three months, having first undertaken the task when her father, who had become sick and unable to carry on his work, concluded to take a rest for a few weeks. Miss Stevenson was at that time keeping the books for the concern. Rather than allow strangers to take the business, Miss Stevenson opened the market and continued the business just as though nothing had happened. Under her management the trade was steadily increased, until now it is established upon a firm basis. When asked how she liked the work she replied: "It is not through choice that I do the work, but because it is a means of support for the family. It was difficult at first, but now it does not seem harder than home work. I am my own boss, which means a great deal. I open the market at 6:30 in winter and 6 in summer. I find it difficult to get good help; any one can sell cut goods, but it is the odds and ends which go to make up the profit, and which must be disposed of as well. I seldom lose any thing from bad accounts, as my customers are prompt. If I send a statement and receive no returns, I immediately drop those people from my roll and refuse to trust them again." So far as can be learned there is but one other woman in the United States who is at present pursuing this business as a means of livelihood, and that one is in Syracuse. During the re-returns, I immediately drop these peoothing which attracted his attention was the evident satisfaction with which the patrons received goods. There was not the usual fault-finding as to weight and quality of the meat; in fact, several went so far as to say that it was an exceptionally good cut. Miss Stevenson went about her work in a manner which denoted the utmost confidence.—Rochester Democrat and Chronicle. SEEDING RAISINS. Machines Will do It at the Rate of Ten Tons Daily. Unlike the eastern imitation, the California seeded raisin is subjected to a dry temperature of 140 degrees Fahrenheit from three to five hours, after which the fruit is submitted to a chilling process, and while in this reduced condition of temperature is passed through the cleaning or "brushing" machines, which remove every particle of dust and capstems, thus making it a pure and wholesome article. It is then taken automatically by elevators to a room where spread upon wire trays, it is exposed to a temperature of 130 degrees Fahrenheit, which brings the fruit back to its normal condition, and in this "processing" the berry is converted into pectin, that delicious jelly which gives fruit its best flavor. The raisins having been prepared through this alternate heating and chilling to keep indefinitely and resist climatic influence are passed through seeding machines, each of which has a capacity of from ten to twelve tons daily. The raisins are pressed between rubber or similar surfaced rollers, which at first flatten the berry and press the seed to the surface, when an impaling roller catches the seeds between its needles, or teeth, affixed to its periphery defy removing them from the fruit, while the latter passes on, minus its seeds, but possessing every particle of its flesh. The seeds are removed from the roller by a "flicking" or whisking device, and are sent along to the seed receptacle, finally ending their journey in the engine room, where they are burned as fuel. Four hundred and fifty carloads of ten tons each, or 9,000,000 pounds of seeded raisins, were shipped from the Fresno district last year, and a very much larger tonnage will be turned out this year. Some estimate can be formed of the possibilities of the Fresno seeded raisin plants when it is stated that their aggregate capacity for this season will approximate from 1,700 to 2,000 carloads, while it is probable that 1,400 cars will be the output. Each seedling plant has from five to twelve tons daily capacity per machine. Some of the packing houses cover a ground space 150 by 225 feet and are three stories high. California Vineyard. Snagboat Cook's Lemon Pies "Good cooks are born like poots," said Major J. B. Quinn. "Once upon a time I bought a lot of turnips for a government snagboat on one of the interior waterways, and, visiting it not long afterward, was surprised to find lemon pie being served out to all hands for dinner. I ate a piece of it myself and, although it was delicious, I felt it my duty to call down the steward for squandering government funds. "Where did you get the lemons for those pies?" I asked sternly. "You sent them up with the others, sah," he replied, grinning. "Why. I didn't send anything except turnips. I said, in surprise "Well, that's what them pies is made of,' he admitted reluctantly. The men don't like turnips no other way, sah, so I made 'em up into lemon pies." "It was strictly true, and, beyond the fact that he had used some sort of chemical to secure the flavor, I was never able to ascertain how he did it." —New Orleans Times-Democrat. Family Pride The Husband—"But we can't afford to keep a carriage." The Wife—"I know that we can't, but we show that stuck-up Mrs. Brown that we have things we can't afford just as well as they can." —New York Journal. Dr. Shea, Marvelous Medium. $1000 Reward. Gives the names of dead and living friends, tells who and when you will marry, also of business journeys, lawsuits, absent friends, health or anything you wish to know, no matter what it is. He can call up your spirit friends and show them to you. 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Thousands through him are now RICH, HAPPY AND SUCCESSFUL with all their undertakings, while those who neglect his advice are still laboring against poverty. Through his perfect knowledge of chemistry he can impart to you a secret that will overcome your enemies and win you friends. His aid and advice has often been solicited; the result has always been the securing of speedy and happy marriages and all your wishes. In love affairs he never fails. He has the secret of winning the affections of the opposite sex. It is the curse of Spiritualism that in all large cities there is a class of men and women who claim powers they do not possess. They have neither gifts, credentials nor references. Surely the colored people are not so wanting in sense as to throw their time and money away on such. Dr. Shea refers to the Hon. Chas. Miller, capitalist, 2451 Atlantic avenue; the Hon. Wm. Denmore, architect and builder, 47 Cleveland avenue, and Mr. Fred Lampe, grocer, 641 Fulton street, Brooklyn. All have known him for the past ten years. He gives a free test of his power to all. The Doctor has practiced five years in New Orleans, St. Louis, Memphis and Louisville; understands thoroughly the diseases, spells or influences the race is directed to. He has now and always had a patronage from them. PLEASE READ E FOLLOWING: Brooklyn, Aug. 15. This is to certify that I came to New York from Albany. I was a stranger in a strange city, out of work and out of money. I had no luck in anything I undertook. What to do I did not know. A friend advised me to go and see Dr. Shea. I did. He told me the cause of my troubles; he took me in and treated me as a brother. Through him I got a good position that very week. I had been to others; they took my money and did me no good. I bless the day I first met Dr. Shea. I would advise all in bad luck, slick or in trouble to go to him at once. Sincerely, ALBERT AYRES. Plainfield, N. J. A SENSATION IN BROOKLYN-A MINISTER'S STATEMENT. I wish to state that one of my parish- oners was sick and in trouble for a long time. Mrs. Brown, 37 Gay street. No one seemed to understand her case. She had several doctors, but none of them seemed to know what was the matter. None could do her any good. It was my duty as her pastor to call and see her. Hearing of the wonderful work being done by Dr. Shea the last few years, I thought I would call and see him myself. I found him a sympathetic gentleman. He gave me a wonderful test of his powers; to told me to send him a lock of the patient's hair, which I did by her daughter. He told at once what was the matter and in a short time cured her sound and well. Her family had seemingly been under a cloud. Now all is changed. All are well and prosperous. I can truly and heartily recommend Dr. Shea to all those in sick- less or distress of any kind. REV. WILLIAM JOHNSON. Pastor Lebanon Church, Brooklyn. Dr. Shea can show thousands such as he above. DR. SHEA. 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Cancer of the nose, eye,耳, ear, neck, breast, stomach, womb-in-fact, all internal or external organs or tissues, cured with knife or burning plasters, but with soothing aromatic oils. Send for an illustrated book on the above diseases. Home treatment sent in by mail. There are 380 pieces in almost as many styles now on sale in our east aisle. Over 200 pieces are the famous Irish dimities from Belfast. They are 25c a yard. The others represent the finest products of our American mills----15c and 18c a yard. Samples of any style or quality or color you may name. L S.AYRES&Co Indiana's greatest distributors of dry goods INDIANAPOLIS, IND. ..CITY NOTES.. Ten cent smoke for five cents—Pro Bono. Old Maids Convention at Simpson Chapel Feb. 21. Sukey Jerusha Henry at Simpson Chapel Feb. 21. Attorney O. V. Royall is now located at room 45 Baldwin Block. Glorious Gadabout Woods at Simpson Chapel Feb. 21. Hear the "Matrimonial Report" and the original poem on "Man" at the Old Maids Convention Feb. 21. The Freeman is always on sale at the Bates House Barber Shop. Price 5c. Send 25 cents to Charles Alexander Huntsville, Ala., and receive a copy of One Hundred Distinguished Leaders. Pro Bono after meals. Mrs. G. A. C. Eldzy, of Chicago, is visiting her mother, Mrs. Helms 1036 W. Vermont street. Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Smith, of Muncie, Ind., are visiting Mr. and Mrs. M. Anderson, of West Indianapolis. Miss Bessie Thompson, of Kalamazoo, Mich., is the guest of Mrs. Elias Walden of N. New Jersey street Hear the debate on "Man" Aff—Mehitable Cutright Scott. Neg—Jemima Jernush Kates, at Simpson Chapel 21. Mr. George Davis Miss and Laura Clay were married Wednesday Jan. 31, at Simpson Chapel M. E. church. The couple will be at home Feb. 28, at 2610 Senate avenue, north. See—Victorious Dewey Sampson, Serena Washington McKinley, Bandusia Maria Clark, Rebecca Bolinda Cooper, at Simpson Chapel Feb. 21. The Alpha Home Association will meet Thursday Feb. 8, at oburn street, church. At this meeting officers will be nominated The election of which will take place in March. Second Lieutenant Charlie McMarand of the U.S. Army 9th Cavalry troop G. New York Store (Established 1853) Sole Agents BUTTERICK PATTERNS FOURTH GIGANTIC 'MILL ENDS" SALE Begins Saturday, Feb. 3, The Greatest Merchandise Event in the History of Indinapolis. Under the personal supervision of the Representative of the largest Mill contractors in the East. COME! COME!! COME!!! Pettis Dry Goods Co. ```markdown ``` THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. is in the city exhibiting a Spanish officers gatling gun which he as a U. S. Sharp Shooter, captured in the battle of San Juan Hill. WANTED—Gentlemen roomers to Mr. and Mrs. Helms 1036 W. Vermont street. Mrs. Musetta Bell Curry, of Chicago, and Mrs. Ella Patience Courtright, of Indianapolis, old friends, formerly of Madison, Ind., are enjoying a pleasant visit with Mrs. Curry, who will return to Chicago Feb. 6. Miss Cora Turner formerly of Cincinnati, now a charming bell of New York City, spent several days this week here with Mrs. Al Henderson. Miss Turner was enroute to her home in in New York, from Kentucky where she attended the funeral of her brother. Rev. J. W. Carr is in Washington, D. C., conducting a revival for Rev. G. W. Lee D. D., pastor of the Vermont-Ave. Baptist church. The meeting has resulted in 224 conversions. He will return this week and there will be communion at his church tomorrow. WANTED—Gentlemen roomers, Mrs. Hattie Jones 313 W. North street. The Freeman in New Orleans. H. G. Caillox, corner Caual and Franklin streets, New Orleans, La., has excepted the agency of The Freeman. Copies on hand at all times. "Major Taylor" Cigar. O. C. Minor a cigar manufacturer, is the sole manufacturer and distributor of a good cigar, which he has appropriately named "Major Taylor" after the noted colored cyclist, whose home is in this city. The cigar has promises of being a good seller. Wanted Wanted: Lady roomers, board or without board perfect protection guaranteed. Mrs. Richardson 320 E Vermont street. Don't Miss This--Come and See THE TELEPHONE GIRL talking to the FLOWER GIRL that sings for the NURSE that cares for the SOLDIERS that smile on THE DAUGHTER OF THE REGIMENT, that seeks the GODESS OF LIBERTY to implore UNCLE SAM to allow the VIOLINIST to play for CUBA; while the Artist paints the pictures of all who attend the Old Maids' Convention at Simpson Chapel, Feb. 21. In Sympathy with the English. The literary department of the Propagandist Club, an organization of prominent young colored men, held its usual weekly meeting Thursday evening Jan. 25, at their club-house, on West Michigan street. The subject was "The Transvaal War." The following took part in the discussion: C. C. Stapp, W. Milton Lewis, R. B. Bagley, F. D. Welch and others. W. H. Jackson presided. The following resolution was adopted: "Resolved, That we, the members of the Propagandist Club, are, and that the colored people of the United States ought to be, in sympathy with the English in their conflict with the Boers." The president, Mr. Felix Davis, entertained the members with a lunch at the close of the discussion. A Musical Treat in Store. Following is the program of a Musical and Literary entertainment, to be given at the Second Christian church, corner Missouri and Thirteenth streets, Tuesday evening, Feb. 6, 1900, under the auspices of Club No. 3, Mrs. Corbin, president. Program to be rendered promptly at 8:30. Opening Remarks, Rev. Newton; piano solo, Miss Myrtle Hart; solo, Robert Kirk; recitation, Mrs. Sue White; duet, Mrs. Susie Wilson and Mrs. Carter Smith; Bromlet solo, Miss Willie Hart; recitation, Little Clara Moore; solo, Sidney Kirk; solo, Miss Maude Bass; recitation, Amos Bybee; violin solo, Master Frederick Blair; solo, Ezra Roberts; solo, Miss Cora Jackson; reading, Mrs. Jennie Taylor; solo, Dr. J. H. Ward; Solo, Mrs. Clarence Dunlap; Duett-instrumental, Carter Smith and James Alexander. Admission 10 cents. Allen Chapel Notes. Sunday being a beautiful day, the church was out in her strength in the morning and to an overflow in the evening. At 11:15 the pastor lectured on "Indianapolis under the Microscope." The vast audience gave evidence of complete satisfaction. The Sunday school under the management of Prof. J. H. Young is increasing rapidly in decorum, numerically and and intellectually. It is gratifying to see the many happy faces eager for their places in the school. Ten clubs will be announced next Sunday for the clearing rally of the church the third Sunday in April. If ever in the history of the church, now is the time for each member and friends to bestir himself in this effort. Quarterly meeting next Sunday (First Sunday in Feb.) We shall expect the ministers and their congregations to be present in full strength. Rev. C. W. Newton D. D., the popular pastor of Bethel A. M. E. church will preach the sacramental sermon at 2:30 p. m. The pastor will be present Sunday evening. Don't forget the coming of the Jubilee's Tuesday night, Jan. 30. If you have not secured your reserved seat do so at once. There is more Catarchin in this section of the country than all other diseases put together and until the last few years was supposed to be incurable. For a great many years doctors pronounced it a local disease, and prescribed local remedies, and by constantly failing to cure with local treatment, pronounced it incurable. Science has proven catarchin to be constitutional disease, and therefore requires constitutional treatment. Hall's Catarchin Cure, manufactured by F. J. Cheney & Co., Toledo, Ohio, is the only constitutional cure on the market. It is taken internally in doses from 10 drops to a teaspoonful. It acts directly on the blood and mucous surfaces of the system. They offer one hundred dollars for any case it fails to cure. Send for circulars and testimonials. Address. F. J. CHENEY & CO., Toledo, O. Sold by Druggists, 75c. You Can Get The Freeman at the Bates House Barber Shop every Saturday. Price 5c. Smoke Prono Bono. Consult Mrs. Garett, professionalist, 320 W. Vermont street, of hair dressing, scalp treatment, manicuring shampooing, hair dying, hair straighting, and false work made to order. Ladies of quality know that the genuine and Original Ozonized Ox Marrow is the purest and best remedy to straighten the hair and make it pliable and beautiful. Try a bottle and you will appreciate its superiority. Beware of imitations. Only 50 cents at druggists or address Dept. K. The Ozonized Ox Marrow Co. 76 Wabash avenue, Chicago, Ills. Buy of the originator of cut prices - live well and save money. The Standard Tea & Grocery Company will quote you a few specials: 19 pounds best fine Granulated Sugar $1 24 pounds best soft White A sugar, $1 25 flour, we lead the world, in quality and price: $39 per barrel; 12-1b bag 23c; 25-1b bag, 45c; 10 cakes per Soap, 25c Best home made Milce Meat, 64c pound 2 quarts New Homony, 5c Best new hand picked Navy Beans, 7c quart 2 pounds new Coffee, 25c Best Package Coffee, 11c pound Genuine Java coffee, 15c pound Fresh corn meal, 1c pound Pale best Tomatoes, 74c can Fancy sugar cane, 25c Best kettle-rendered Lard, 74c half Sugar cured California Hams, 64c pound 6 pounds new California Prunes, 25c 6 pounds fresh crackers organs, 25c Honey drip syrup, 20c gal Fancy new Dates, 6c pound Fancy new Pears, 25c pound 5-pound pail best new Jelly, 15c Haskell's wheat flakes, 8c package 3 boxes Ball bluing, 5c Best lump starch, 34c cup Strawberry grape, 20c doz. Quaker roasted oats, 45c Best head Rice, 5c pound We are the most up-to-date grocery people in the West. The Standard Tea & Grocery Co., 4—BIG STORES— Main Store, northwest corner Washington and New Jersey Streets Branch. 11 N. Main Street. 445 W. Washington Street. 338 Indiana Avenue. Telephone 2290 Old and New. L. A. JACKSON, Proprietor. H.C. KRENTLER & CO. 1 THE NEW YORK CLIPPER Contains a Reliable Record of all the Events in the THEATRICAL WORLD AND THE WORLD OF SPORTS. PUBLISHED WEEKLY. $4.00 A YEAR. SINGLE COPY, 10cts. For Sale by all Newsealers. SAMPLE COPY FREE. Address NEW YORK CLIPPER, NEW YORK. SCOTT'S MAGIC HAIR STRAIGHTENER AND GROWER BEFORE USING AFTER USING Is guaranteed to be perfectly safe and harmless. in the most wonderful hair preparation in the world, to make kinky, harsh and stubborn hair color. restores color, and grows hair on bald heads and thin places. A great hair tonic for all Scalp Discomfort. BLEACH AND BEAUTIFIER. 25 cts. LITTLE HERO PILLS. For Constipation. Torment of Appetite, Dyspnea. Headache, the Complexion and For The Slood. Price 10 and 25 cts. At all drug stores or sent by mail on receipt of price. Stamps accepted. Agents for constipation. For instruction. Enclose 2c. stamp for reply. Q. Box 570 SCOTT REMEDY CO., Louisville, Ky. 625 additional for packing and THE FREEMAN A National Negro News paper. It is expected to be the leading newspaper. It is lished by the race in the world. No expense is spared by the publisher INDIANAPOLIS in an ideal home journal. More special contributors than any two other Negro papers. We want an active agent in every Negro. 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Firmly State of Court Co. vs. in the Mary E. Brown Circuit Court of Marton Co., in the State of Indiana. No. 10130 Court Co. BE IT KNOWN. That on the 16th day of January 1900 the above named plaintiff, by his attorney, filed in the office of the Clerk of Circuit Court of Marton Co. that the above named defendant and the said plaintiff having also filed in said Clerk's office the affidavit of a competent person, showing that said defendant Mary E. Brown is not a person for divorce and that the defendant is a necessary party thereto and whereas said plaintiff having by endorsement on said complaint required said defendant to appear on the 16th day of March 1900. Now, Therefore. By order of said Court, said defendant last above named is hereby notified of the filing and pendency of the complaint and answer or demur there. at the calling of said cause on the 16th day of March 1900, the same being the 11th judicial day of a term of said Court, to be heard in the court of Marton Co. on the 1st Monday in March 1900 said complaint and the matters and things therein contained and alleged, will be heard and determined. GEORGE B. ELLIOTT, Clerk. JAMEST V. H. HILL, Attorney for Plaintiff. ```markdown ``` On all Winter Goods for 10 Days Only, to reduce stock quick, consisting of Dry Goods, Clothing, Boots, Shoes, Ladies' and Men's Furnishing Goods, Hats, Caps and Millinery 462 WEST WASHINGTON SRTEET You can save one-third on your purchase on anything you buy of us during this sale. Men's and Boys' Clothing, Ladies Capes and Jackets, Ladies Fur Collarettes, Ladies Separate Skirts and Waists, Men's and Boys' Shoes, Hats and Caps, Underwear for Ladies and Gents and lots of other goods will be sold very cheap at. 330 WEST WASHINGTON ST. THE GLOBE Liliy & Stalnaker, 114 E. Washington St. By the Venerable Former Bishop of the Eyangelical Association, STRONGSVILLE, O., June, 1899. THE OXYGENEN CO. Recently I have suffered a severe attack of acute rheumatism, arising in my left leg and foot, which presently spread over the whole body, causing intense pain and feverishness, and what made this unpleasant condition still much worse was a relapse into La Gripe, which had left its bad after-effects from last winter in my system and now reissued into a fullfledged Gripe again. I was then a "sick man," indeed! After several remedies had made a most complete failure I got hold of the "Perfected Oxygenen King," and he at once arrested the dangerous enemy and in a polite but very efficient manner expelled him in a short time from my system and filled it anew with vital food and vigor. Bless God, who in many sage understanding to some men to such a King upon the throne. R. YEAKEL. INDIANA OXYGENOR CO. 25c OFF 25c OFF On all Winter Goods for 10 quick, con Dry Goods, Clothing. Boots, Furnishing Goods, Ha The Be 462 WEST WASH IT WILL PAY You can save one-third o thing you buy of us Men's and Boys' Clothing, Ladies Ca ettes, Ladies Separate Skirts and W and Caps, Underwear for Ladies an be sold very cheap at, 330 WEST WASH THE GI We'give' Trading Stamps. JEWEL DETROIT STOVE WORKS DETROIT CHICAGO Lilly & Stalnaker, 114 Invalid Rolling and Parlor Reclining... Catalogue Free. High W. D. ALLISON CO., Manu FROM A PROMINENT EDITOR INDIANAPOLIS, Jan. 25, 1900. INDIANA OXYGENOR CO. Dear Sir.—I have tested the Oxygenor King, purchased from you, on myself and family for the various ills we have been afflicted with, and can truly say it has given very satisfactory results, I firmly believe it is all you claim for it. Editor Indianapolis Independent. FROM A PROMINENT MANUFACTURER INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., Jan. 16. INDIANA OXYGENOR CO. Dear Sir.—I have been using the Oxygenor King purchased from you one month, and am pleased to say I am very much improved from a very severe attack of rheumatism and inflammation of my eyes, which had kept me confined to my room for over four months. Your truly, J. M. Parkhurst, of firm of Parkhurst Bros. & Co., Bolt Manufacturers, 814 N. East street, Indianapolis. and health, and if you value your own 17 1 S. Meridian Street, INDIANAPOLIS, IND Cent. Off | 25c OFF 25c OFF 10 Days Only, to reduce stock consisting of Hats, Shoes, Ladies' and Men's Hats, Caps and Millinery ee Hive, WASHINGTON SRTEET YOU d on your purchase on any- us during this sale. s Capes and Jackets, Ladies Fur Collar- Waists, Men's and Boys' Shoes, Hats s and Gents and lots of other goods will WASHINGTON ST. LOBE Steel Range Sale HIGHEST GRADE Jewel Steel Range $28.00 Cash . . . . $29.00 on Payments $5.00 Cash. $2.00 Per Week. These Ranges give perfect satisfaction. and have our fullest guarantee. 114 E. Washington St. CHAIRS Ball-Bearing Rubber Tires, Light Running and Comfortable. MANY STYLES