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Subscribe at Once! We Want Agents Everywhere. THE FREEMAN A NATIONAL ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER VOLUME 13 NUMBER:10 LOCAL HAPPENINGS PICKED UP BY OUR CORRESPONDENTS FROM FAR AND NEAR THE GRIM REAPER STALKS FORTH Unceasingly, Swinging his Death-dealing Scythe--News in General Among the Churches--Lodge Notes--In the Social Whirl. Editor The Freeman, Indianapolis, Ind.: Dear Sir.—Permit me to extend my congratulations to you for such an excellent Xmas edition as you produced in 1899. I consider the same a gem of beauty and is such a beautiful specimen of artistic work, comprising therein America's foremost genius. May the American Negro some day see his error and adorn his home with race journals and pictures instead of white people. May a low and prosperous season attend yourself and paper and long live each to espouse the cause of humanity. Yours truly, W. L. JOHNSON, Clarksville, Tenn. Santiago de Cuba, Jan. 20, 1900, No. 28 "C" Barreconne Street Editor The Freeman, Indianapolis, Ind.: Dear Sir—Mr. L. E. Green, Santiago de Cuba was so impressed with your holiday number which excels anything I've seen in Afro-American journalism that he requests me to subscribe the same for him for one year. Send bill to me and note agent's allowance and the advance payment will be forwarded by money order upon receipt of same. Very respectfully and gratefully, The City of the Mouth. Cairo, IH, Special—The Arnett Cheerful League celebrated their third anniversary on Friday evening at Odd-Fellows' Hall. Rev. B.W. Arnett, Jr., who was chaplain in the Spanish-American war was heard in his favorite lecture: "The Negro as a Citizen and Soldier." An entertainment was given at the A.M. E. church on Friday evening for the benefit of the Summer High-school library. A large number of people were present to witness the display of moving pictures. The headwaiter of the Halliday House, has set apart Thursday in each week for exercises at which time the waiters will exchange ideas about the service. Mr. Grant S. Neal, of the Freeman, was in the city this week on business. Mr. Neal is a newspaper man of much ability. Important News. Greencastle, Ind., Special.—Mrs. Charles W. Herring is reported better. Messrs. William Hope and Henry Williams of Terre Haute visited friends last week. Mrs. Bell Moore returned from Indianapolis last week after a pleasant visit of several weeks with relatives. Mrs. Fannie Winn is on the sick last. Mr. Anderson McCay has resigned his position as porter at Cawley's saloon and has accepted the position as head chef at the commercial hotel. A Mr. Gardener of Peoria, Ill., a catholic missionary was in the city last week in the interest of the St. Mary's school. On his return he took little Clyde Raddicks the little boy of St. Augustine, Fla., to St. Mary where he will make his future home. Clyde came to our city last fall with a company of soldiers. Mr. Spear Pittman met with a serious accident last week from some unknown cause, fire started in an upairt's closet near to a flue destroying all of his wearing apparels, also those of his wife and one daughter. The damage to the building was slight. Miss Cherry Phillips is second cook at the Commercial hotel. Visit Roscoe's place when you are in our city. No. 12 South Jackson street opposite Central National Bank. Funeral of a Child. Danville, Ill., Special.—The funeral services over the remains of little Allie Myers, daughter of Mr. Louis Myers, were held at the A.M. E. church on Robinson street at 2:30 Sunday afternoon, Rev. J. H. Sides officiating. Rev. Sides preached a very touching sermon taking for his text Luke vi. 52. "Weep not; she is not dead but sleepeth." A choir composed of Misses Mayne Miller, Millie Johnson, Jessie Johnson, Maud Gray, Lottie Thompson and Messrs. Stephen Pope and Wylie Smith sang tender "Nearer, My God to Thee," "Jesus Lover of My Soul" and "Jesus is Mine." The following young men were active pall-bearers: Grant Wollens, Cash Toliver, Allen Davis, Robert Houston, John Whitted and Fred Gray. Honorary call INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA, SATURDAY, MARCH, 10, 1900 SOME PROMINENT MEMBERS THE M E CONNECTION M. REV. GEORGE A. SISSLE, Pastor of Simpson Chapel—Indianapolis. DR. B. J. MORGAN, Candidate for Lay Delegate. bearers were: Misses Oneda Jackson, Hallie Gillock, Ocia Taylor, Lorene Gillock, Bernice Gates and Bessie Hayes. There were many beautiful floral tributes. The ladies of the A. M. E. sewing circle gave an entertainment at Mrs. Whitley's residence Thursday evening. Mrs. Laura Williams entertained the social club at her residence last Wednesday, Feb. 21. The club met at Mrs. Louisia Gillock, Feb. 28. Mrs. James Franklin of Danville is visiting relatives at Terre Haute, Ind. The funeral of Master Collate Gates was held at the Robinson-st. church Sunday afternoon at 2:30, Rev. J. H. Sydes preached a very touching sermon. The social club, composed of Mr. and Mrs. Louise Gillock and Mr. Wickliff Williams, met at Mrs. Gillock Wednesday evening. Owing to the bad weather, a delightful time was spent. Miss Helena Davis of Terre Haute, Ind., is the guest of Miss Cora B. Johnson. Mr. Willis Beeler, treasurer of the Missionary Baptist church, who has been very sick for the past few weeks is much improved. Mr. Luther Colley, agent for The Freeman, was absent from school two days on the account of sickness. Miss Adda Nichols has been suffering with a severe attack of la grippe. News From the Stormy State. Meridian, Miss., Special. - Mr. Robert Hillard has one of the best equipped colored barbershop in the city. Quite a good number of colored people are taking in the Mardi --- RGAN, y Delegate. Gras at Mobile and New Orleans. Rev. Le of New Hope Baptist church had a rally among the male members on the 25th. Quite a good sum was raised. Mrs. Lucy Harris, a very old lady of the eastend, died on Feb. 23 and was buried at the Masonic Cemetery Sunday, the 25th at 3 p.m., Rev. J. C. Houston, pastor of St. Paul M. E. church officiated. She was buried under the auspices of the Benevolent society. Mr. Frank Lucas, a well known man, died on the 19th after being sick for several months, he was buried from the Baptist church on the 20th under the auspices of the St. Luke Masonic Lodge No. 18 and Phoenix Fire Co., No. 2; Rev L. S. Lee of the New Hope Baptist church officiated. The Racket drug store located on Front street, caught fire on Sunday evening the 25th. The interior was burned out. It seemed for awhile the whole block was doomed but the fire department saved it. Mrs. Mollie Burrell went down to New Orleans, La., on the 26th to visit her sister and take in the Mardi Gras. Will Bell, died on the 5th and his funeral was attended at Pilgrim Progress Baptist church on the 6th of February, Rev D. G. Griffin officiated. He was buried under the auspices of the Odd-Fellows' Lodge No. 3056 at the Masonic cemetery. Houston, Tex., Special.—A grand cake walk and banquet was given by United Restaurant Club last Monday night. The house were crowded to its utmost; everybody Houston's Budgets. EDW. L. GILLIAM, Presiding Elder—Indiana District. GEORG Member of the Trustee Board GEORGE L. KNOX, the Trustee Board,—Simpson Chapel, [Name not visible in the image] GEORGE L. KNOX. Member of the Trustee Board.-Simpson Chapel, Indianapolis enjoying themselves with much delight Master Sheby Stewart and Narcissie Lewis, won the first prize and Napoleon Knows and Miss Kittie Pompie, second prize. Reuben Eldridge, formerly an employee in Ed. Hall's barbershop, left for Eagle Lake, Tex. last Monday to take charge of a barbershop. Reuben Wilkerson, one of Houston's popular carpenters, is very ill at his home 420 Robin street. Hon. William Davis, the noted politician is still fighting for the Republicans. Mr. James Green, one of Houston's popular young gentlemen, has resigned from Gaines' drug store and is now employed at Cawthorn's clothing house. Mr. Willie Williams made a business trip to Galveston last Monday. The Freeman is sold every Sunday at Main and Congress avenues. Frankfort, Ind., Special.—Mrs. Ida Mitchell has returned home from Lafayette, Ind. Her mother being much better. Mr. John Morgan of Michigan town was in this city Monday. Miss Mary Idle has been visiting her mother. Rev. J. H. Johnson has returned from Indianapolis. Mr. Elroy Cummings has returned from Indianapolis. Read The Freeman. *Prayer meetings Wednesday nights; Christian Endeavor, Sunday evenings at 6:30; Sunday-school at 2:30; church services at 10:30 a.m. Owing to the cold weather there was not much church work held Sunday. The K. of N. C. Club meet Monday evening. The gas pres ```markdown ``` ```markdown ``` Gem City Notes. E L. KNOX, —Simpson Chapel, Indianapolis. ure has been very low w during the past week Mr. Hope passed through this city Tuesday evening. There are a good many weary Willies in town. The Busy Bee Club gave a social Tuesday night. They had a success. Mrs. J. H. Johnson returned from Noblesville, Ind., Tuesday evening. She reports as having done good revival work. Mr. Idle was in the city Saturday. The last snow afforded much merriment for sleigh parties. Happenings Galore Rockford, Ill. Special.—Princess Zoreh, Chapter No. 20, Order of Eastern Star will hold their annual banquet, March 15, at the G. A. R. Hall. Tickets $1.00 per couple. Mrs Eurey, W. M.; J. Kingcannon, Patron; Miss Helen Tucker, Secretary; Mrs. Kingcannon, Treasurer. Mrs. Jas. Lehman will entertain her friends Tuesday evening at her home in celebration of her birthday. We wish her a long and prosperous life. Miss Hattie Hawkins who has been at the European hotel for the past year, has taken, a position on North Main street and is much pleased with her new position. Mr. J. Stephens is driving after a new girl for the banquet. Look out for him boys. Mr. E. McCanoe has on the sick list for a week but is now improving. It has been remarked by the admirers of the young lady, who carries her dad's dinner over the Chestnut st. bridge, that she would make some young man a good wife. Mr. Jas. Walker our famous baritone singer has a new song entil d "Dear Heart." --- ROUNDTHECOUNTRY FROM THE BLUE GRASS DISTRICT THE VINEYARD CLUB NEGRO VOTERSTO BE HEARD FROM Knights and Daughters of Tabor Have Much Business on Hand for the Coming Season--Wedding Bells-- News of General Interest. Logansport, Ind., Special.-Mr. Chester Keene has returned from Carthage, Ind., where he was married to Miss Winslow, an estimable young lady who he had known from childhood. He has prepared a home on Columbia street for the reception of his bride. Little Celtia Parker has recovered from a severe cold. Messrs. Shaw and the Wilson brothers of Lafayette were in the city Sunday the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Whitaker. Mrs. Charles Parker entertained the members of the Booker T. Washington Club on Washington's birthday. A very instructive programme was rendered after which the guests entered the dining-room where an elegant supper was served. The house was appropriately decorated with the national colors while stately palms here and there added much to the pleasing appearance. The guests departed at a late hour Covers were laid for twenty-six and a souvenir was presented. Oscar Harris was unable to attend school on account of sickness. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Russell have returned from Wabash. Messrs. George Fioyd and Perey Jones spent Sunday in Peru. Harry Brooks is on the sick list. Miss Margurite Roberts has recovered from severe illness. Revivals begin this week at the A. M. E. church. It is predicted that the meetings will be very interesting. The Freight District. The Freight District. Paducaah, Ky., Special.—The workers in the Vineyard club will meet every Tuesday night at the residence or Mrs. Hattie Lunderman. Judging from appearance, when the time comes to reorganize the Republican party in this city and county for the campaign, somebody will hear from the colored voters. There is one element of the party who has stabbed the Negro at every opportunity when it comes to distributing pie, although they have the nerve to pose as their friends. The intelligent part of the race have become convinced that they must act at once for themselves, and now is the time. In a short time you will see them dodging around Negro dives treating the boys at all hours during the night. They want endorsement for the office and call themselves paying you. There is one thing certain and that is, new men should be put to the front, as we have some friends among the white Republicans who will do the right thing by us. Mr. George Beaufort after a short illness is out again. Mr. Alvin Logan mailed Mr. Skip Lindsey The Freeman as a present. Mr. Lindsey is in Havana, Cuba. Master James Mitchell has returned accompanied by his mother, Mrs. Emma Mitchell. The elites' entertainment last Monday evening was a success. Keep your eyes on the Knights and Daughters of Tabor, for they have lots of business for the coming summer. Mr. Willis Martin is barber on the steamer Clyde. Mr. Andy Laundman is on the sick list. Mr. Rachael Davis left for Marion, Ky., on business last Wednesday. Get the Freeman from your agent, David Pitman at J. W. Moore's Seventh and Adams, telephone 363. Mr. Albert James of Cairo, is visiting his family. Mr. John Morton is up from a severe attack of illness. Mr. Frank Pippens is visiting Mr. Tom Stanfield this week. Mr. John Gorner and Miss Almeta Price were married last week. Mr. George Marshall left on the 10th for Fulton, Ky. The Sunday-school will be pleased to meet Miss Lizzie Jones in their midst next Sunday after a long vacation. Miss Ora Reed of South Seventh street is convalescent Miss Pauline House of 407 South Seventh street is indisposed at this writing. Mr. Wm. Leech, our popular cafe keeper, is on the sick list. Miss Ruth Cartwright has returned to the city. Mr. J. W. Moore has just opened a fine grocery on the corner of Washington and Ninth streets. Notes. Peoria, Ill., Special. The Rev. James Turner of Knoxville, Tenn., is visiting his sister, Mrs. H. Harrison, 1215 2nd ave. He preached 2 able sermon sunday. Mrs. G. R. Gandolph Mrs. H. F. Johnson and Mrs. Curtis McGees spent Saturday and Sunday in St. Louis. SPORT EDITED BY NED LMO BEE Frank Childs, the colored pugilist, of Chicago, has posted $500 forfeit for a match with Joe Walcott. A challenge has been issued by Joe Walcott, the colored fighter, to meet any heavy weight in the world—Corbett Jeffries, McCoy or Fitzsimmons preferred. *** Bobby Dobbs the 188 pound colored fighter has been matched with "Shorty" Ahern for a six round go March 9 before the Ft Dearborn Athletic Club, Chicago. Dobbs created a sensation a year ago by defeating all the fighters in his class in England. ~ . . . Tom Sharkey and Stockings Conroy, the heavy-weight fighter of Troy, will in all probability be matched to meet in a twenty-round bout at the Eureka Athletic Club, of Baltimore, the latter part of this month. Al Herford, matchmaker of the club, has offered the fighters a good incentive to box, and they will no doubt accept. *** The manager of Frank Childs who claims to be the colored heavy weight champion of the world has accepted the challenge issued last week by Tom O'Rourke to back Joe Walcott against all comers, Sharkey barred for $5000. Sam Summerfield, Child's manager has posted $500 forfeit Childs is now matched to meet Jack Bonner and George Beyers. --- Tom O'Rourke, Manager of Joe Walcott, says that the moment any of the big heavy weights announced their intention of fighting Walcott he would post $5,000 with Al Smith to bind the match. O'Rourke stated that he doesnt think that any of the heavy weights will agree to take on Walcott, as the beating the latter gave Choynski has scared them all. ```markdown ``` "Kid" Roberson has been matched to meet Dave Barry in a ten round contest in Indianapolis, March 12. Barry is a Chicago welterweight and fights at 145 pounds. The men will meet here at catch weights. This will be Roberson's first appearance since his return from California. If successful in outpointing Barry, Roberson will probably get on a six round go before one of the Chicago clubs. --- The benefit tendered George Dixon, recently at the Broadway Athletic Club, New York, netted the former feather-weight champion $7,000. This, together with the amount raised by his friends in other cities, makes the total over $10,000. All of the present-day champions, except Jeffries, appeared in exhibition bouts, and what was to have been a twenty-round go between George McFadden and Bob Gormully lasted seven rounds, McGovern and Dixon a check for $500, and Sam Harris, McGovern's manager, added a check for $250. Tom Sharkey presented Dixon with $300. One of the features was a bout between Gus Ruhlin and Dave Sillivan. There was sixty pounds difference in the weight of the two men. Others who assisted in the entertainment were James J. Corbett and M. Lester, Frank Erne, lightweight champion, and Frank Zimpfer, Tom Sharkey and Bob Armstrong, Joe Choynski and Fred Morris and Joe Falvey and Kid McCoy. BISHOP MAKING What Bishops are, as Described by a Bishop Moulder--Who Makes Them What They Are? The Reply. "Bishops are what influential and designing presiding elders and ministers make them," so says Rev. Dr. H. C. C. Astwood. Now, some of the definitions of designing are: A contriver, one who plots, one who lays a scheme in an ill sense. Now, if the Bishops are the product of such men, and Dr. Astwood says that they are, and he knows, for he helped to make some of them; and he would not say so if he did not know. Pray tell us what kind of Bishops would plotting, scheming, intriguing, designing presiding elders and ministers make? Will they give us good, pure, upright Bishops? The Bible says a bad tree can not bring forth good truth, and vice versa. The Doctor says that our Bishops are not autocrats, but he would have us believe that they were something worse. He would make them weak, plant tools in the hands of bad, influential ministers and designing presiding elders. O tempores, O mores. Mirabile dictu! That there may be no mistake, let us use his own words. On page first of the Christian Recorder of December 28, 1899, in the article headed "Ministerial Discourse and Insubordination" you will find these words: "I know that Bishops are held responsible for a great many THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. things by we ministers, but upon close examination it is found to be the influence of the eliques and rings which control the annual conferences and some designing presiding elders, to whom the new Bishop coming to a district is largely dependent for the knowledge of the work." Again Dr. Astwood says: "I am of the opinion that Mr. Osborne is wrong. There is not so much episcopal autocracy as there is ministerial hypocrisy, and if presiding elders and influential ministers would practice the injunction of the Master, "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you," the so-called episcopal autocracy would disappear. Bishops are what the influential and designing presiding elders and ministers make them." If Dr. Astwood does not make the Bishops tools in the hands of the ministers he describes, what does he make them? If he does not make the presiding elders and ministers whom he describes bad men, what kind of men does he make them? Who is it that can not see that he degrades and belittles the Bishops, whom he attempts to defend, and blackens the ministery and church that he professes to love? You will see at once that for some reason I can not account for, the learned Doctor has forgotten himself. He seems very anxious to keep out of the clutches of Dr. John M. Henderson, and it may be that the fear lest he should not escape Henderson has excited him. We stated that episcopal autocracy had obtained and did exist to a degree in the A. M. E. Church. Dr. Astwood admits the same in part when he says: "There is not so much episcopal autocracy as there is ministerial hypocrisy." We did not say how much there was; we said it had obtained and did exist to a degree. The Doctor admits it again when he says: "If the presiding elders and influential ministers would practice the injunction of the Master, "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you," the so-called episcopal autocracy would disappear." He admits that episcopal autocracy has at least an apparent existence in our church. We stated that it is hard for a man to be elected delegate to the General Conference whom the Bishops did not favor. We said that if the Bishops did not favor a man, as a rule the tide was against him. We still say so, and to disprove that statement he cites us a few exceptions in one district. All rules have exceptions and these exceptions prove the rule to be true. The Doctor makes charges of insubordination and discountess. Let us see who is the more insubordinate and discounteous, he or us. He virtually says that the Bishops were tools in the hands of bad ministers, which ministers are designing and influential hypocrites, and lest we should not understand his very chaste language, he calls them dirty-birds. Doctor Astwood makes the Bishops tools, calls the presiding elders designers, the ministers influential hypocrites and dirty-birds. Pretty good Doctor for a teacher on ministerial etiquette! We would simply advise the Doctor to pluck some of the feathers out of the wings of his imagination and stick them in the tail of his judgment and write again. We wish you a happy New Year. W. T. OSBORNE. Macon, Mo. CAUTION TO OUR READERS! 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It says: "These dailies never undertake to say a good word for the manly struggling Negro. They never lift up their voices on behalf of better educational, charitable or reformatory provisions for the race, or they never find it convenient to say a word of encouragement in behalf of the few of the race—who on the one side are struggling against the terrible background of ignorance and vice of the masses of the race, while on the other hand they battle against the mossback bourbon proclivities of the unreasonably prejudiced, angry 'Anglo-Saxon.' Our great dailies haven't the time to say a good word for such insignificant creatures. And so we fight our battles without the aid of these great moulders of public opinion. If then we succeed in spite of their opposition—when we succeed in getting there—then they will be at your service. But then that is another question. We do things better than that, out here in good old "Indiany." Our white dailies of Indianapolis have the vast and more influential majorities to look after, but they keep a weather eye open to affairs in which Negroes are concerned. It is true they do not lose "sleep of nights" in the matter, but when the scalpel enters too deep they respond as it were, to a man. If it were not for them many an individual Negro would be hounded to the earth for being "too smart," or "too fresh" or some other excuse for tucking them under. Indeed they are very often the saving grace in this locality--the court of the last resort. Rings and conspiracies flee them as the North sea whale flees the Gulf stream. Our papers on a whole must be considered fair, very fair, reckoned on the scale of good, fair, bad. It is true they are in for a sensation and very often turn up one at some poor Negroe's expense. Yet it is known that they have actually hidden conditions, all in the interest of society. when they could have made an ugly exposure. Yes they are fair, as fair as they could be under the conditions. The ugly flaring headlines of some Negro's brutality have been reduced to a "semi-quaver." it means that the wishes of the Negroes are being respected in the matter and not only that, they know that they are inflamatory and not in accord with that conservatism that should mark the course of the true newspaper, the function of which, is to be the salt of society. We are afraid the newspapers of Baltimore are constitutionally bad. Mr. R. W. Thompson, of Washington, D.C., was called home, to this city, last week by the death of his mother. Mr. Thompson is well known, having attended the district and high schools of this city. He is a bright, capable young man THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER who is making himself felt, not in Washington alone, but all over the country. When Booker T. Washington was so highly honored at his birthplace in West Virginia, on his return from Europelast summer, it was Mr. Thompson who accompanied him and reported the affair to the Negro press. He is a great admirer of Booker T. Washington. He made a speech at the Propagandist Club while here, in which he endorsed Mr. Washington's views. Mr. Thompson is an attache of the Census Bureau at Washington and associate Editor of the Colored American, one of the greatest Negro papers in America. Dr. C. S. Smith is looming up as a candidate for bishop of the A. M. E. church. It is very evident that somebody is at work. Smith will not be counted out as easily as it was supposed. If he can persuade the conference that he has conducted the Sabbath School department successfully, he will win the goal of his ambition regardless of harping opponents. The Indianapolis News presented an excellent likeness of Dr. Henry Furniss of this city, who is now stationed at Bahia, Brazil. S. A. It is a pleasure to know that the government is so ably represented abroad, especially by a Negro. Dr. Furniss is a gentleman of education and refinement, one who would acquit himself well in any society. His was a happy selection. The Negroes of Indiana have much reason for feeling proud of the mark he is making and the kind references made concerning him generally. Paul Lawrence Dunbar the well known.Negro poet has returned to his home in the East after a sojourn of several months in Denver, Colorado, for the benefit of his health. It is with pleasure that we note the beneficial effects of that climate on his health. Mr. Dunbar is yet a young man, a genius, and the race can ill afford to spare him. He has taken a a place in the literary world of America and the head of the race is lifted up thereby. The brilliancy of his past career augurs very much for him in the future. May his life be full of years, full of honor and full of the spirit that has characterized his past. The Republican Convention of last Saturday did a good day's work. It was noted for its enthusiasm and harmony, indicative of the success that will supplement its efforts at the coming election. Hon. W. L. Taylor sounded the key note of the campaign in his very excellent address, keying the convention up to the highest pitch of enthusiasm. He gave a comprehensive review of municipal, state and national affairs, showing the necessity for the continuance of the Republican party in power. The "ticket" nominated down to the last man is conceded to be strong, clean and indicative of that success that will surely follow, Armin Kohne, John Ruckelshaus, Eugene Saulcy, Marion Eaton and Dr. A. W. Brayton are men of wide acquaintances, sterling worth and deserved popularity. The convention is to be congratulated for its very satisfactory work. LEGISLATIVE CANDIDATES. As it refers to candidates for nomination for the legislative ticket the Recorder of this city is right, when it says that the pick and choice of the race should be selected to fill public stations. Some one has said, that the race is its own worst enemy, and it at times, seems to be trying to verify that proposition. The Recorder is correct in insisting that the best of "the breed" be sent forth and not merely makeshifts. If the race has really 'smart,' intelligent men, push them forward. Do not attempt to cover them under a "bushel." The Freeman does not mean to be narrow in this matter. It does not insist that mere book knowledge fits an individual for a public station. It will not be denied, however, that some book learning is necessary and the man without any at all should not be encouraged to enter the race under any circumstances. The position of legislator is important. Its importance has not always been respected by the Negroes, which has been shown by some of the former nominees. If competent men are turned down to accommodate a sentiment it would be better the thing go by default. Men fitted, or none. LYNCHINGS. Hon. Geo. H White, member of Congress from N. C., in speaking for his Anti-lynch bill before Congress said; Of the 63 lynched there were 1 Italian 1 Cuban, 4 white men and 57 Negroes. This table of statistics according to the author, Hon. George H. White has been carefully compiled. It shows at a glance upon what filmsy pretexts the life of an individual may be taken. To cheapen Negro life is to cheapen all life. The tide cannot be stayed merely at the killing of Negroes. Life is li'e and the first murder paves the way for the second and so on until the public or individual conscience, becomes seared and crime ceases to be aborrent. The lull in the lynching business at this time is indeed noteworthy, yet we are not entirely free from the curse. Now and anon, here and there, the lynchers are making their work manifest. A base lynchers! should be the war cry from now on. Civilization absolutely demands that lynchers drop their nefarious conduct and become conventional allowing the courts to attend to the duties of courts. The year 1900 promises much in the diminishment of this evil. The next meeting of the National Afro-American Council will be held at Indianapolis, Ind., Tuesday August 28, 1900. "Race Conduct in Public Places -- On the Streets—In Public Conveyances —Churches—Parks and Picnic Grounds." * * * * * * Criminal statistics of the race—Police courts—Reform schools—Jails—Penitentiaries. Business—How we can foster business enterprises among us?—Agriculture—Mercantile pursuits—Manufacturers—Horticulture. Shall we trade with our own business and professional men? If not, why not? * * * * * * Lynching—Its cause and cure—The effect of public sentiment on the Lynching exult and how to create it. What is the first method to collect funds for the Anti-lynching and legislative Bureaus. * * * * * * Politics: What does the Constitution of the United States guarantee to the Afro-American?—How can the Negro secure his Constitutional Rights?—Shall the Negro vote for his own best interest? —How shall our boys and girls be employed? Scientific farmers the need of the hour. The necessity of higher education. Shall we discourage excessive emotional worship among us? The Puerto Rican muddle is considered on all sides a serious predicament and especially since the Republicans are responsible for it. Hon. Benj. Harrison our ex-president, recognized the world over for his legal acumen, casts his weighty opinion against the side of the government and he is not alone. Opinions of experts who are trying to justify the government's attitude, are trying to read, Puerto Rico out of the benefits of the constitution. The masses of the country, however, insist that the constitution is explicit on the matter, holding that the few intervening miles of water do not alienate any portion of the country, when once considered as a portion. Puerto Rico has been received in the Union upon just such terms as all subsequent acquired territories have been received. It expected, and had a right to expect, that the same form of government should be allowed them as is permitted all other portions of the government in the same degree of advancement. It seems that discriminating duties and tariffs should not prevail against her although it be at the beheets of tobacco, sugar and other interests. The indignation of the whole people seems righteous enough at what will be considered a high-handed proceeding on part of the government. A pamphlet by William Harvey, entitled, The Christian's Guide and Sinner's Friend, is a late publication. Mr. Harvey is of Indianapolis where he is well known for his religious principles and moral teachings. The little work is a furtherance of his ideas which he sets forth with telling force. He holds up Christ as the great exemplar of mankind, insisting that by following "in his steps" only, is man to approach the life to come with the blessed assurance that all is well with his soul. Mr. Harvey is sound, orthodox in his reasoning. He clings closely to the cross. His book should be read. Mr. Harvey presents his book to all who are to poor to buy. It retails at 15 cents. A CROWNING GLORY NEW SIMPSON M. E. CHAPEI CHURCH STANDS A MONUMENT TO THE INGENUITY OF Its Never Tiring and Ever Willing Pastor, Rev. George A. Sissle--A Modern Church House That Ranks Among the Best of the State. The subject of this sketch whose likeness appears elsewhere in this issue was born in Lexington, Kentucky, August 28, 1852. His early life was devoid of striking incidents; from the bits of biography that has fallen from his lips from time to time, he was the average boy with tendencies towards the bad. It was not long before he discovered the error of his ways; he embraced a hope in Christ and attached himself to the great M. E. church in 1872. He soon discovered his future field of labor. He was licensed to preach in 1876, joined the conference in 1880. In his calling as a minister he was first sent to Germantown, Ky. Full of that zeal that has characterized his subsequent life, he entered upon his work. Here he found about twenty members and no church house, but during a pastorate of two and one-half years he built a beautiful house and paid for it. The membership was increased to one hundred twenty-five. In 1882 he was sent to the Sharpsburg Circuit. Here the people had been struggling to secure a church building, but in vain. Rev. Sissle's ability as a financier had made a telling impression upon the Conference; hence it very wisely concluded to send him there. As an instrument in the hands of the Lord, 'twas not his to question the reason why, but he cheerfully assumed the very arduous duty. He labored on this work for three years, leaving as a monument, of his assiduity two handsome, commodious church house. He increased the memberships in the meanwhile from sixty to two hundred. He also organized a church and built a house at Moorefield, Ky., during this work. In 1885 he was sent to Paris, Ky., where the services of such a man was very much needed. The church house was in a very bad way. This he greatly improved, paid off and old debt, and laid the foundation of a parsonage With distinguished ability he served the people of Paris for three years adding three hundred names to the church roll. In 1888 he was sent to Springfield, O. Here he began a glorious revival which resulted in scores being added to the church. The Conference would not consent for this useful man to stay but for one year, but sought a larger field for him. It was Simpson Chapel Indianapolis, Ind., which was to be the scene of his future activities to Simpson Chapel he came, faced a debt of fourteen hundred dollars which was monumental when the membership is considered. But nothing daunted he put his shoulder to the wheel, organized his forces around him, and in two years he succeeded in cutting off six hundred dollars of that debt. Two grand revival were held in the meanwhile with the result of adding many members to the church. The fame of Rev. Sissle grew as the just result of his labor. Newer and greater honors were in reserve for the Titan, the young church giant, who like Alexander sighed for more worlds to conquer. The good Bishop Joice raised him to Presiding Eldership of the M. E. church, to preside over the Louisville, District. It was here again that the distinguished himself, serving for six years in that capacity without interruption, which was without precedent. In 1897 for the second time he was sent to Simpson Chapel, the scene of his former struggles and triumphs. The debt was at that time twelve hundred dollars. He wiped out this debt in the first two years of his stay, and in this his third year he has more than sustained his reputation as a church organizer and builder. Beautiful Simpson Chapel as it is now known is the result of Rev. Sissle's ingenuity, which was so ably seconded by his faithful board of coadjutors. It is needless to say that this church, while not the largest in the city is without doubt the handsomest of them all. It, architecturally, stands alone. The interior may well serve as a model in church appointments. The seating represents an incline plan, which is so faithfully followed in lately constructed auditoriums and theatres. Great sliding doors serve to throw the interior into two capacious rooms or one immense auditorium at will. Seats were especially designed; built for comfort, convenience and for an effect for the beautiful. They are of hard wood and represent a large item of expense in the new church edifice. Electric lights, furnaces and telephone are the modern conveniences. Old Simpson Chapel has passed away, in its stead stands this greater, vaster conception of a church house; the pride of the city, a monument to the indefatigable Sissle and a pleasure in the eyes of the great God, from whom there should be withheld no good gift. All of this could not have been accomplished without the aid of a faithful board, unswerving in their, zeal and a united church. These Rev. Sissle had with him This church house, the crowning glory of his career should say much in his behalf, when he is the theme of conversation. Rev. E. W. Gillam, Presiding Elder of this district has done much in furthering the interest of the church. He has been one of the few men that has served a term of six years without interruption. Rev. Gilliam enjoys popularity with the laity as well as the pulpit. Dr. B. J. Morgan whose likeness appears elsewhere is one of the influential members of Simpson Chapel. He was of much assistance in securing the present new church house for that congregation. The very efficient board of trustees that has so ably seconded the efforts of Rev. G. A. Sissle are as follows; G. L. Knox, James Jackson, Jordan D. Montgomery, Thomas Rogister, Thomas Stewart and Thomas Lamb. Everett Stevenson a young man of much promise is the secretary of the trustee board. He is also president of the Epworth League. HE IS FOR DR. MORGAN. Rev. T. L. Ferguson, Presiding Elder of the Ohio District, M. E. Connection, and one of the church's most esteemed ministers, in a personal letter to Dr. Morgan has this to say of his candidacy for lay delegate to the General Conference: Xenia, O., 2-27, 1900. Dr. B. J. Morgan—Dear Brother, I must congratulate you on being elected a lay delegate to the annual conference. In my opinion, I hardly think, Brother Morgan, that they could have sent any better or more worthy christian man than you and I am desirous of you being elected a lay delegate to the General Conference. I have always found you a reliable, upright, Christian gentleman; devoted to your church work T. L. Ferguson, P. E. Ohio District. A KIND WORD FROM HIS PASTOR. To be spoken well or at home is accepted the world over as the most convincing recommendation. In this connection it is a pleasure for The Freeman to publish the subjosed statement from Dr. Geo. A. Sissle, pastor of Simpson Chapel, this city, commendatory of Dr. B. J. Morgan's candidacy for lay delegate to the approaching General Conference of our great church: Indianapolis, Ind., March 3, 1900. To whom it may concern— I desire to introduce Dr. B. J. Morgan, our lay delegate, and to solicit your support in his election to the General Conference. We should be very careful in the selection of our delegates. I can say from personal knowledge that we have no layman in the church more worthy to represent us than Dr. Morgan. He is a loyal Methodist and a consecrated Christian worker. He will do honor to the church and race should he be sent as our delegate. Knowing him as I do, I earnestly ask your support. Rev. Geo. A. Sissle, Pastor Simpson M. E. Chapel, Indianapolis. A MAN WORTHY OF SUPPORT. Indianapolis, Ind., March 6th, 1900. Indiana District Lexington Conference M. E. Church. To whom this may concern: I take pleasure in commending to your favorable notice, Dr. B. J. Morgan a member of Simpson Chapel, this city, who is a candidate for election as a lay delegate to represent the Lexington Annual Conference, in the General Conference which meets in Chicago Ill., as a man in every way worthy of your support. He is a capable, earnest, faithful and honored member of our church and has been for many years and would, if elected, creditably represent his constituency. It will be gratifying to me to see the church thus honored by selecting him and I am sure every interest would be faithfully looked after and well cared for in his hands. Fraternally Yours, EDWARD L. GILLAM, Presiding Elder, Indiana District. Resolutions of Thanks to the Supreme Lodge for Honor on Dr. Williams. Cincinnati, O., Special—Vigilant Lodge No. 302 Knights of Honor, adopted the following resolutions: Whereas, The officers and members of the Supreme Lodge at their special session at Hot Springs, Ark., January 27, 1900, elected Dr. E. A. Williams, member of Vigilant Lodge No. 302 Knights of Honor of the World of Cincinnati, the Supreme Dictator of the order, and Whereas, The Vigilant Lodge No. 302 K. of H. of W., feels it a high compliment paid them in placing such honors upon one of its members. And, Whereas, The lodge congratulates our fellow brother member, E. A. Williams, for the merited promotion, therefore be it Resolved, That the Vigilant Lodge No. 302 extends its thanks to the Supreme Lodge for the honor conferred upon it. Be it further Resolved, That Vigilant Lodge pledge its loyalty to the Supreme Lodge of the world and its laws. Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to Sir A. W. Stone, Supreme Reporter to be placed before the Supreme Lodge at its next session and published in The Freeman. Respectfully in O. M. A. W. W. MORRIS Our citizens are becoming somewhat alive with racial interest. The several literary societies have united and formed the Queen City Literary League. It is composed of the young people's Hartzell, St. John and Philly Wheatly societies: Messrs. John S. Fielding is president and H. B. Brooks, secretary. The different clubs hold weekly exercises, but the league holds its exercises once a month. On Friday night they rendered a fine monthly program at M. E. church Ninth and Freeman Streets. The Supreme Lodge Knights of Honor of the World have placed Dr. E. A. Williams formerly of New Orleans, but a citizen of Cincinnati at its head, and he has removed the headquarters of the order from Natchez, Miss, to this city. Last week the Vigilant Lodge No. 302 of which the doctor is a member, passed resolutions of thanks and commandments for the honor conferred upon one its members. We have organized here a weekly benefit association known as the Fraternal Mutual with such men as George H. Jackson, Dr. J. C. Erwin, H. B. Brooks and Dr. Williams as board of directors. Last monthly report showed that nearly one hundred dollars had been collected and paid for sickness. It is like other race enterprises first meets the people of the leaders of the race—but after doing business for nine months the people have decided that our people can conduct business enterprises like the other race and they are applying to the Fraternal Mutual. Our church have closed their revival meetings with exception of Zion Baptist church which resumed its revival services last Sunday evening with an eloquent sermon from Evangelist Charlie Jones, "The Boy Preacher." The church had successful harvest. The political pot has commenced to boil and we suppose as usual the Afro-American will be boiled and served up "al a mode" on election day and be forgotten in the future. Hon. George H. Jackson has just returned from a flying trip to Washington, D. C. The Freeman is eagerly sought after and your agent is kept busy in furnishing the papers demanded of him. Dr. W. A. B. Kerr, physician and surgeon located at 1014 Cutter street, is one of our young physicians and well merits the patronage of those who may need his services. The Zion Baptist church of which Rev. H. H. Harris is pastor,收到的 $1,765 at its grand rally held on the second Sunday in February with other pledges yet to be paid which amount to $1,800. Any one desiring The Freeman will please call on or address H. B. Brooks, room 19 Temple Court corner Eighth and Chestnut streets. Interesting Items Muncie, Ind., Special—At the residence of W. H. Stokes 716 South Jefferson street on the evening of Jan. 24, Mr. Frank Hampton to Miss Hattie V. Stokes. Judge Laffter of the circuit court officiated. The groom is butler at the Elks club room. "The best people on the earth." There were several prominent persons present. Dr. W. S. Branham late of Poplar Bluff, Mo. who by the way is one of the finest physicians in the city and he is working up a fine practice. The bride is the daughter of W. H Stokes who has been quite recently appointed on the police fore. He is one of the most efficient officers on the force and has made quite a record for faithfulness and manly bearing. Among the many presents were a sewing machine and dining room affairs by the father of the bride W. H. Stokes. Dr. W. S. Branham water set; Mr. K. Fossett, set fruit dishes; (china) Evertt Moffett 1 picture, J. H. Kisser 1 set knives, forks and spoons; W. W. Poulander china set. The groom chocolate set and silver, 3 toilet sets. The Elks Lodge 2 rocking chairs. We Defy the World to produce as good a wheel as the Arlington & Oakwood. Strictly high grade, quality, material and construction unassured. A marvel of beauty and strength, the highest quality, ouchily feasted and fully guaranteed. Shipped anywhere as low wholesale prices. Money refunded if印装 as represented. 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Death Brown, Cassie Mackay: Accooe, ‘Alice Biukwell, Clara 2 | Russell, Tete paris, Miss Belle | ‘Thornton, Clara Gillam, Bessie ‘Thurman-Perry Lizzie Grey, Afise Allee ‘Watts, Mrs, Al. Byer. May ORwrLaan's List, Lewis, Chas, Maxwell, GT, Megutiy,s4.° “Meguitty, Mahara, Wa Marvell; Wit c) Martin’ LW Milter aly Miller: Bhi Montgomery, aH. jontgomery’ Walter Morris, 3. Morton, Jos Nichols Frank Menolas, Ralph Oaborne, Jans Qverby We wens Ww. 3. atric, Frank 7. Paya, APhil Porter, W. A. (2 Pittman John © Preston Carlie Brince, Arthur L ale eo. W Gee. Roberts, Walter M. Beotte, ©.Jakes (2) Simmons. J. We Sinert @ Willams Sah oo evetia Atiustos Sutton, Franke hearts AB ompson, ‘Teeter, Geo. Tolliver, Joun ‘Toomey, J. W. ‘Turner, Jas. Ae Waiker, 0 Wallace, 3. A, Washing, WE Waters! Harry Weed, Geo: wits, das A Wilks! Brmost Wilkens, Nathan Wintred! Henry Wied ance lee. 0 ‘Alison, Wan Asc Aipertng Segue inks, Dav Brown. We Biota, Bs Bae ae. Bal, tke. Binds, Geo., 810 Blut Boowe Aisaalan Jub, Singers Garter, WE Gil, Bab Grats Arthar @) Chane, BW Gili, Ben Cooper, Win B oper, Gk Wan, Goel. Wan Crmmnitige Alexander peatunes; Dam Bonny, Joe Bota, 8’ Elmore Bousiane dame? Pncry& Asher Gish Brothers ras, George Grech, Ea Glenn Bude fost, C- W, Hall Lo Haly, W. ©, Hampton Bote @. Haaliton: Geo, Hraerasi ob. aan, Bree Hora, Wil Hunton, Pearle Jackson, reba Shskcont Brot Be J Shekcon, Bily-iada Seakinsy Wesley Shino, Ba We Sonoson; Chas. Suinson’ Burt B, Kemp, Bobb Kersunds. Billy ae P.G. Lowery sends regards to Dan Desdunes wee Briggs & Payne are playing Manches- ter, N. HL, this week, eee ‘The Fox's send regards to “the high- born lady” and “blind Tom.” one ‘The Marshall send regard to Ella Dorey and says “Kill it Kid.” eee Henry Collins the singing comedian is with Jamblyne and Dugan's Minstrels. Miss Sofronia Cowens, of Chicago, Tl, has joined the Williams & Walker company. eee A. 7. Gillam sends regards to Judy Glenn, Skip Farrell, James White and A.P. Harris, see For the benefit of the musicians P. G. Lowery will write another article for ‘The Freeman. ; one Ollie ©. Shelton and Annie Dorsey sends regard. to Craig and the Dorsey family also Ella Dorse v. woe Tina Mizelle of Gillam & Mizelle suds regards to Bessie Gillam, Edna King, and Emma Chackon. Mr. Burt A. Williams is singing his hntet song with big success entitled Tve Got A Headache Now.” wee Miss Ella Dorsey contortionist with Lowery & Green's Ministre! sends regards to her sister Annie Dorsey. vee Won. Sherrah, basso profando. with Lowery && Green's Ministrel send regards to all friends and profession. eee Mr. John C. Dancer, South ‘Texas, greatest ballad songster never fails to please the people in his sentimental tongs, 2 wae Wm. Dunston Zouave gun juggler, with Lowery & Green's Ministrel sends tegards to B, &, Bembry with Georgia Up-to-Date. see J.Smith & Arthur L. Prince with Lowery & Green s Minstrels have order- i several new instruments for their Insical act. sae Miss Mamie Cox made a hit at the Little Solo Theatre singing “You will have to play rag time.” She closed with the South betore War. eee Miss Mattie Wilkes and Miss Ollie Burgoyne were very swell while in Chicago, a private tandem and coach- than Were at their disposal. eee Payton & Harris, comedians and cake Yuk have signed with the Great ‘allace Show for twenty-five weeks, pening at Pera, Ind., April 15, eee Mr. Lewis Hunster is getting to be {nite violinist, he also mange the Sege with the’ Williams & Walker \upery during the absent of Frank ‘allory very satisfactory. ses The Paynes—Susie and Mamie, gaye (este entertainment on the bil at ran House, Nassau, N. H., last week. Mannie Payne in her won. Bere paeronatlons, ant a ae ig dancing was a bighit; while Mme. Susie Payne with her pleasing contralto Yoloe was applauded immensiy. | The Paynes have been touring the East for four years. aes Mrs, Ada Overton Walker was presented with a beautiful horseshoe ting set with turquoise sapphireand dia- monds from her husband Mr. George ‘Walker as a birth day present. Chapman and Perkins song and dance artist with Lowery & Green’s Ministrels are yet pleasing the public with their neat novel work, each move and motion in their dancing is as perfect unison. eee Mr. Ed Harris of the Williams & Walker company and Miss Hilda France, of Cleveland, O., were married last week m Chicago. "Mrs, Harris is now a member of the Williams & Walker company. ‘eee Foster and Henderson—Agnes and Frank, have closed with the Coontown Four Hundred wompany and are now playing dates. ‘They were big cards on The bill at the Wonderiand Museo and Theatre, St. Joseph, Mo., last week. eae Notes from Billy D. Black’s American Blackamoore Swells from Blackville— “All of us are well and the company is ust about ready to fill one of the largest engagements of any colored company that has ever visited the northwest. The press and public says that Mr. Black has the best colored show ever put together. It is the guiding star of energy, ambi- tion, talent and merit. It is justcrowd ed to the edge with vigorous and lively fon. Something new from the black Americans’ idea.’ People are wanted in all branches of the business. Watch ‘The Freeman for the big ‘ad’ for people for’the summer season, Mr. Black sends best regards to all friends. You will see the roster in The Freeman soon. Notes from the Williams & Walker Co.—""We are now eastward bound after @ very successful western tour. Our business in the west has been phenom- enal; breaking records in most every city. A very gad incident occurred last week in our company, the Mallory Bros., were suddenly called home by the death of their mother, and before they return- ed tothe company, Gracie Halliday (Mra. Frank Mallory) was called to Detroit, Mich., to bury her mother; it was quite ashock to the entire company. The Williams & Walker company sent beau- tifal designs of flowers to the deceased mother of the Mallory Bros. Isham’s Octoroons who were playing Detroit. at the time of Gracie Haliday’s mothers’ death, were very kind in assisting her, they also sent beautiful flowers. Miss Odesea Warren was entertained royally by her many friends in Chicago. Geo. Catlin, the chinaman, has a new cos- tume ‘for the last act of the “Policy Players” and it is a beanty. George is not asleep. Richard Connor is doing the character of Diamond Joe, and Ru- fas Wilson is doing the policeman with great success, Chicago being the home ot Mise Lottie Thompson, ‘her man friends enjoyed her work as. the old maid, as she has improved wonderful in ee part since her last appearance there. foi i J. Ed Green, of tne Scott's Minstrels writes: “We have been making rapid strides the last week, making four states in sevan days time—Virginia, West Vir- ginia, Ohio and Kentueky, Wearenow in blue grass land where large crowds are greeting us nightly. Kitchi, tne Japanese hand balancer, scores neavily each night. ‘The soloists Messrs. Don Marreno, Richard Lewis and Master Bly are special favorites. Cassel and Johnson do some clever dancing at each performance. James White carries the andience with him while “His Money Never Gives Out.” Mr. White is the first to introduce this song in thissection of the country. Our sick list continues to linger with the samenumber: Harry Craiton is suffering with indigestion; Ben R. Moore has a severe ateack of throat troubles; while Whitten Viney 1s improving, Harry Waters, (Rastus) was the favorite at Clarksburg, W. Va. Arthur Maxwell met numerous ovations through Virginia, riding the wheel. Jno. Morris, our treasurer, joined after a few days of recreation and business. Master Craitonis receving much epplanse by his wire act. Clarence Powell contin- ues to handle with snccess “Habits On’ notwithstanding that we are so close be- hind Bee pine eee Osea <5 inging it. ‘The boys all send regards to Sit pertoationsl tries tc. | Notes the John F. Stowe U. T. OC. Co.—We are still on the move, The weather of the past week was very trying, but our business kept up to the usual standard. Owing to ordinary colds, malaria etc., our sick list for the passed few days ranahead of the ordin- ary. At present, our hustling manager Mz. Jno. F. Stowe is confined to his State room, tho’ will be ont in short while so says ‘de Medicine Man.” Mrs, Lillian Harrison son and daughter, wife of our genial stage. Manager Mr. Chas. Harrison spent a few days last week enroute with the company and returned to their former home in Iowa. Mme. Harrison’s health has been very poor during this season, the St. Louis atmosphere not agreeing with her, hence her return home. Owing to sickness at home, and business, Prof. Wm. Blue leader of our colored band returned to Popular Bluff, Mo., from Chillicothe, ‘Mo., last Saturday, and will go into the wood and coal Gusiness at home. Mr. Sol. E. Townsend has purchased a hondred and twenty-five dollar “Hiram” baritone, and when on parade can’t play for looking at his instrament. Major Bon H Payne sends kind regards to Lloyd Cooper, Charles Parker, John ‘Jackson, The Housely Brothers and all friends.’ Ollie ©. Shelton sends regards (o Miss Elia Dorsey. Little Walter a Fifth-Street Opera House, 39. 3t.4%° iy LYNCHBURG VA. Of the Grand Fountain U, 0. T. R., owned and controlled exclusively by colored people— A first-class place of amusement—a splendid one night stand. Large crowds to greet good. plays. Allcolored troupes visiting the town are given a royal reception by colored citizens. ‘Street cars from door to all parts of the city. W.S. WOODSON, Cuter AND MANAGER rere Roosters have stopped laying eggs in Kansas. For Lowery 1 & Green's pais rok al previous recreate abr swlo-slating RRO. nigh, WANTED Deve poser all porto songs th agra tte led eee sity aha doe aarp FEST SoS a tan decree eee Aiea cet oteen HARRY L. GILLAM, Sole Manager, Wells, Minn. be : ji , Wanted for Harrison Bros. BIG SPECTACULAR PRODUCTION OF THE « vs NEW AND ANCIENT SOUTH $9 Gclored arnt, 9) Mon and 20 Zoung Women; Mou tobe fesiediy dark, Woruen Octoroons, ose clea, Ml ak 2 one ere te ea Sh cites aeacoaes eee ont Vantaa aie eaten see Sy ne ee eta en edema Batten Eee Or rain of Palace Cars, te fest and best equipped train of cars for dining or sleeping accommo- dations of any organization ‘Show the year round; pavillion in summer, opera houses in the’ winter. Special inducements offered to good mee $25,000 invested. ‘Apply by letter and Bg Ag pcre mal fg ing ol pepe a on eth Be ee ee ear ar Gee Ge einaaeain, ee, Tour of the World Famed Comedians: —— WILLIAMS * WALKER, the Two Real Coons, AND THEIR OWN GIGANTIC COMPANY OF 60—PEOPLE—50 sei EM. 2.005 “ 09 THE POLICY PLAYERS AN ENTIRELY ORIGINAL MUSICAL FARCE COMEDY Introducing WILLIAMS & WALKER ‘MISS MATTIE WILKES, MALLORY BROS. & BROOKES, REESE BROS. & DOUGLAS, THE GREAT CATLIN, THE WILLIAMS & WALKER QUARTETTE: Messrs. Elkins, Thomas, Williams and Orme. WILLIAMS & WALKER'S BAND, OVERTON & HALLIDAY, MISS MAMIE EMERSON, MISS LOTTIE THOMPSON, EDWARDHARRIS, @ RICHARD CONNORS, AND CHORUS OF THIRTY TRAINED VOICES Special Scenery. Electrical Effects. Gorgeous Costumes Direction of HURTIG & SEAMON. SAMUEL L, TUCK, Manager. (7 Adéress all communications to 45 W. 20th street, New York City, N. ¥. ‘Marshall our ‘“Mascot” and the youngest ‘and smallest. baton manipulator in the country is taking them by storm. Ralph ‘Niools say hello to Frank Clermont, I “tot” you wasa friend of mine. Mr. Ollie ©. Shelton is working ‘hard for’ ‘The Freeman under the direction Major Ben F. Payne.—More Anon. ous Cx1caco—Louis Love, late of London, Eng., who has been visiting his brother, J. L Love, for the pat tron months, has signed with the Glazier Concert Co., for the balance of season; he is featuring that beautifal coon ballad “Lady Lou” and doing comedy much to his credit. Now! Hello, J. Bd Green. At the pres- ent writing I am standing at Mr. Tom's bar preparing to knock them co'd. Well here's regards, we'll see you when you come to the city. We send regards to the gang, alto to Rutco & ‘Hollands’ troupe of ‘gitneys.’ Miss Dora Patter- son, of Rusco & Holland’s Minstrel Fes- val, is in Chicago visiting friends. W. H. Windom and his famous Black- stone Quartette are booked to appear in| Chicago next week. The Fountain City Four are still a big feature with ‘On the | Suwanee River’ company. Misses Florence Hines and Vida Vaughan, late of Rusco & Holland’s Minstrel Festival are in Chicago. Hello! Fred Douglass, Thave not seen that Brownie from over the way since you left Chicago. What did you do with them?—Tom. Thos. ‘McCain and I. N. Sinith send regards to James Crosby and W. A. Dixon. How are you Ollie Reese? ‘I was sorry I did not get back in time tosee you. I am all O. K-agam. My kindest regards to all the gang—Poney, Frenchy Bell has opened the Keystone saloon and hotel at 8022 State street, Chicago, Ill., as a pro- fessional headquarters, and solicits the patronage of the profession, as well as our genial citizens. My kindest regards to the Brittons, Smart and Williams and all members of the Octoroon company— Dora Patterson. The Log Cabin Trio— ‘Messrs. I. N, Smith, vocal director: Wm Greeg, musical director, and Jas. Hall, solo guitarist. are featuring ‘My Autom- obile Girl’ and ‘I'm Certainly Living a Rag-time Life’ at Frank H. Wing's Cafe, Chicago. Howard Stradford, (Dr. Horn the Medicine Man) 1s with them. They send regards to J. Ed Green and James Lacy and all friends in the profession. Miss Rosa Grayson, of the team of Gray- son and Forcen. of the Black Patti show is in the city to bury her beloved mother who died a few days ago. She has our heartfelt sympathy in this, her hour of trouble and sorrow. Hugh B. Hancock manager of the Hotel de Moore and Turf Sample Room, sends regards to J. Ed Green and Geo. Williams, of Smart & Williams, We have just received a let- ter from Goggin & Davis, who were in Ireland at the time, but now are in Lon- don, Eng. They report having big suc- cess in Ireland, but did not like the country, as Goggin puts it: “Because they did not see many spadg-footed people.” Miss Stella Ware, one the ittle darkey girl? Poney sends Tegards to Daddy, Polly and all of the Big Five. I wish to be kindly remembered to the gang—Tom. Thornton says: “How are Yon Jen. 8.1 Good luck and heppiness’ ir. Poney Moore, the genial proprietor of the Hotel de Moore and Turf Sample Room, 171-173 Twenty-first street, has returned home after his southern ‘tour, having spent eight weeks in the Hot Water City, and visited all the principal cities in the South, including New Or leans. where he ‘witnessed the Mardi Gras festivities. This has been an \an- nual trip of Mr. Moore's for the past ten years, and when seen by The Freeman representative said that he had an en- joyable trip: also that he had improved ip health wonderfally. In regards to crops and southern industries he say: that the farmer never received a higher price for their products in the past fif teen years, The entertaining trio— 5 Messrs. W. B. Howard, harp guitar; M. H. Watts, mandolin; and E. J. Williams cello, wish to be remembered to all friends. This trio is very hichly re- commended to lovers of good mnsic and singing. The McBeards are in the city, having closed with the Williams & Wal- ker company at the termination of their Chicago engagement. The Espanola Quartette which has been with the Al Reeves’ Big Double company all thesea- son closed during their Chicago engage- ment at Sam T. Jack’s Theatre, Jan. 11, on account of the illness of the tenor singer. Mr. Reeves regretted the loss very much. They have scored big hits through the East; Mr. Epps, the tenor will soon be able-to resume ‘his place in the quartette. The quartette is as follows: 8. C. Epps, 1st tenor; Matt Har- ris, 2d tenor; John Weaver, baritone: and J. R. Johnson, basso. ? AA e RUSCO & HOLLANDS’ BIG ATTRACTIONS ee Richards, Pringle-Rusco & Holland Big Minstrel Festival 55 People---3 Bands---Special Trains, | The Largest Minstrel Show in the World, a Richards and Pringles Famous Georgia Minstrels gl of RUSCO & HOLLAND. 45 People-- 2 Bands --Special Train, The 5 Whirlwinds, Arabian Acrobats. “THEORIGINAL —s GIDEON'S . x _ | Nashville: Minstrel i: : . g | ‘Students Carnival ° Y Direction of RUSCO & HOLLAND. | Fifty People----Two .Cars----Two Bands, | | eens of RUSCO & HOLLAND 845 Wabesh el Chicago, Il, care Nationa! Printing Co, aa id Ee dae ee rae ee Seein’ is belervin’ —— If you lead others will tollow. EXPERT FOUILIBRISTteatured with the Fat eee ace fener eee ee LEW HATTIE Peyton and Harris Comedy Sketch Artiste; in their new act en- titled “Honey Pick Up and Follow Me.” Singing and Talking Comedians. Grotesque Cake Walker. Managers of good poapsniee Address care The Freeman, Indianapolis Ind Simpson, Pittman & Patrick HIGH-CLASS MUSICAL ARTISTS enue Sela Gsic Miata inn aa GARLAND .& GOFF, eee eee rae omeates Ge i tse ache; Gounceitn PETE STANLEY TRAP DRUMMER with Rusco & Holland’s Big Minstrel Festival. Per. Address, The Freeman. 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 Minstrel 50 Best Looking, Neatest Dressed and Most Deportly Singing Colored People. Richly Costumed 18-Piece Military Band and Orchestra. 12 Handsome Performing Shetland Ponies. 25 Wonderful Performing Dogs. 4 Bigh-Class Comedians. 16 Pretty Singing and Dancing Soubrettes. ills fosnereincsess or ities Son ae ne es oer erga eta ren mea ere coren ee ach gg See Bia th pete cna ae nL uae! Copel Buglers, Ponies, Wagonettes, Dogs and Grand Military Concert Hand, Sel different’ kiede of Sagi aoe Saco enc cies Mo Cm W.A. & JACK MAHARA, Managers and Proprietors Permanent address: 160 Clark street, CHICAGO. FUNNY, FUNNY, | FUNNY Skater! ' Who makes them scream. Nightly working with “CuristiAN.”—Rusco & Holland’s Big Minstrel Festival. P. S.—All Fall’s copyrighted. HARRY H, BOBBY GoopDaLLanp Kemp Comedians, Singers and \ ancers. aaa their trial buck and ragtime patting—“Pick the Winner.” a ee ANational HE FREEMAN, S22"8r, eed to ba the eeding ‘Netererer ake {shed by the race in the world. No expenbe is spared by ‘the mt INDI yb anne oxen thors special oo: Te eee wee See te ee ata in the United States. Write for terms: “in tho UnitedStates, Writecor terms [AMI J 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, Samuel 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. i Wanted! Colored Minstrel People ‘Address CHARLES DUVALL, Manager, Lock Box 115, Petersburg, Ind. (RR ectccmnettentnoamamiacron MADISON OPERA HOUSE, MADISON, SOUTH DAKOTA. LOUTE H, WILLHITE, Manager and Lessee. Now, booking, for 1001001, Upto Date Shows alway ated eae Oe tT a accompdations and hotel scconmédations, ow the Stage zou. Population # Ovtionwith Sioux Falls, Pipestone, Aberdeen, Watertown, Burton, | INTERLOCUTOR. ee & HOLLAND'S BIG MINSTREL FESTINAL. ‘“‘Alright too”—Says the 1g DRIFT OF OPENMENT 6 The Freeman of Indianapolis, Ind. Feb. 10, publishes a fine portrait of Dr. Sumner A. Furniss the leading Race physician of Indiana. Dr. Furniss is a 33 degree Mason.—The Leader, Washington, D. C. Hon. George B. White, our only colored member of Congress, is still proving himself a brave and capable leader of the race in politics. He believes the race should hold what it has and get more. The race has confidence in such a leader.—Afro-American Presbyterian. The heart that has passed through the deep waters of tribulation is the most tender; the voice that has itself cried with pain is the most gentle; the hand that suffered is the most soothing ministrant in the chamber of sorrow. The best sympathizer is one who has been a partaker in the same sufferings. —The Detroit Informer. The many friends and admirers of the most gifted Negro artist, Mr. Henry O. Tanner will be pleased to learn that in Philadelphia, his own home, he has succeeded in capturing a most enviable prize. This is the Walter Lippincott prize of $300 for the best figure painting exhibited by an American artist, in the Pennsylvania Academy of fine arts. —The Conservator. Whether Mr. White succeeds in getting his anti-lynching bill through Congress or not, he is striking in the right direction. Lynching should be made a crime against the whole country and punished as treason. In the cases of all criminals punishment should be meted out according to the forms of law. This done, all good citizens should abide by the results.—Afro-American Presbyterian. Last week the legislature of South Carolina passed a bill providing separate coaches for the races on all railroads in that state. The plan of dividing coaches by partitions is prohibited, each race must have one full coach. Here in Mississippi on the Alabama and Vicksburg railroad, the whites have all of the coaches, except a portion of a coach, alleged to be set apart for Negroes, and white men have that whenever they feel like coming into it for any purpose whatever.—The Light, Vicksburg, Miss. The Christmas edition of The Indianapolis Freeman, greatly excelled all other efforts made by that great journal, in getting up special editions. It consisted of twenty-four pages, absolutely perfect in its construction and workmanship, and covered every point and field of interest to the race. Prof. W. H. Councill, the brilliant writer, great educator and instructor, W. T. Menard. Prof. W. S. Scarborough. Hon. John C. Dancy and several other able writers and representatives of the race contributed articles to it. The Broadax The Christmas issue of The Indianapolis Freeman and the Paris Exposition number of The New York Age, are creditable examples indeed of the possibilities of Negro journalism. The subject matter, the typographical arrangement, the photographic reproductions and all, appeal strongly to the reader. We offer our congratulations to the publishers upon the success achieved by them in these editions. We must also mention in this connection, the very fine edition of The Florida Sentinel and The Lexington Standard, both of which have very fine references to the work of this institution.—Tuskegee Inst. In his life work for Normal Prof. W. H. Councill has exhibited a broad and lofty character for practical philanthropy which the Post is glad to note and wish for more men like him to lift up and help both races. Since the "establishment of the splendid school, which has been brought to its high and useful standard mainly through his genius and devoted work, he has contributed from his salary over $16,000. That is about $800 a year, for the past twenty years. His salary is not large. And those who are informed, know that he does not live in extravagance, hence he and his family have made sacrifices in order to contribute so liberally to the support and permanent establishment of an institution of practical instruction that has done so much and continues to do more for his race of people.—Huntsville (Ala) Daily Post. THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. APROMINENT WRITER Pleads Guilty to the Use of Political Schemes but Gives Method For the Measure--The Fittest Man For the Place. No one can, with exactness, foretell the result, either in detail or in general, of the action of a body of men assembled for the purpose of legislation, especially when the interests involved are so varied and the object of the meeting is so important. A Methodist General Conference of late years resembles that of a political convention, more than any other ecclesiastical assembly. This is not because Methodist preachers are more "political" than clergy of other denominations, but because the polity of the Methodist Church bears a closer resemblance to the government of the country than any of the rest. To elaborate this statement is useless, as any intelligent man, acquainted with the polity of the principal orthodox churches can readily see the force of the assertion. Hence when the Methodists are charged with employing political methods during the session of a General conference, there is nothing left to do but plead guilty. If electing officers and plead guilty. If electing officers and using means to secure the fittest man for the position is politics, then Methodist preachers are politicians. In the selection of men to fill a position in the church, we believe that God intends for the church to use human methods, not, however, to the disregard of His will. When Judas, by transgression, fell, the apostles selected two men, Joseph and Matthias, and presented them to God, asking by prayer that He would direct them which of the two should fill the place of Judas. Then they took a vote (cast lots), and Matthias was chosen. It is seen that while they prayed God to guide them, they chose the two men themselves, and they did the voting. That looks like "politics." They made choice of true and tried men. To use the words of Peter, "men which have accompanied with us all the time." This is the course that a General Conference of Methodists pursue in selecting men for the Bishopric. I do not dare say that sometimes extremes are not reached, for "it is human to err." At the next session of the General Conference of the A. M. E. Church quite a number of candidates will be presented for the high office of Bishop, The A. M. E. Church is quite a big affair, and it is reasonable that more than the apostolic two will be voted for. If any one thinks that the convention will rush blindly into the matter of bishop-making, he is vastly mistaken. No, we intend to present the men to the church, discuss their fitness and qualifications, and then pray God that in the battle of ballots the lot may fall upon whom He would have to guide the church on to victory. From the extreme South will come Dr. M. M. Moore, of Florida. His election is conceded. Why? Dr. Moore is a man of superior talent, possessed with exceptional natural and acquired ability, a man of wide experience as a churchman, whose life has been devoted to the cause of his church and profession, a Hercules in physique, a Demosthenes on the rostrum, loyal to a fault and a safe leader. His advantages as a general officer bringing him in contact with every section of the connection, giving all a chance to "size him up," enhances his chances of election to the point of a certainty. Two strong men will come from the North or East, viz., Dr. C. T. Shaffer and Dr. L. J. Coppin. Both of these men have been a success in every sense of the word. Neither knows anything about failure. Both are as polished as coin fresh from the mint. Either would grace the office of Bishop, and hold his own among the most representative body of ecclesiastics on the globe. But both will not be elected. Dr. Shaffer has the advantage of the sectional vote. Dr. Coppin's greatest strength will come from the South and West. Dr. Coppin is the strongest ex-general officer in the race. With Dr. Shaffer out of the field he could easily win. As a pastor Dr. Coppin is the prince of the connection, with the possible exception of Dr. J. M. Townsend. However, without some miraculous intervention between now and the close of the election, Dr. Shaffer will be the Bishop from the East. The great West will be the real battleground at the next General Conference of the A. M. E. Church. More candidates will come from the West as a section, than from any other portion of the church. There will be Drs. H. T. Johnson, T. W. Henderson, G. W. Gaines, J. M. Townsend and C. W. Preston. Somebody will pray that the lot will fall on each one of these brethren, but God will not answer all the prayers. He never does. Drs. Henderson and Johnson have decided the advantage of the rest of their competitors through the columns of the Christian Recorder, so far as BEFORE. 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The storm raised against Dr. C. W. Preston four years ago will not rise in May, 1900. Whether somebody wills it or not, Dr. Preston will be the strongest man from the West. If that princely Chesterfield of St. Louis is not elected, the man who is elected will certainly have to reckon with Dr. C. W. Preston. I am not posing as his champion neither am I his spokesman, for my acquaintance with him is quite limited, but I am stating what I conceive to be a fact, whether anybody likes it or not. If any man or set of men think that they will just bundle Preston up and lay him on the shelf at Columbus, he or they will soon find they had better be at other business. Dr. Preston has not given the attention to certain slanderous publications that a man of smaller caliber would have done. No great man can maintain his standing and engage in the mud-slinging business. Dr. Preston may have made mistakes in his youth. Who has not? Should that disqualify him for the bishopric in 1900? I think not. The Western delegation does not think so. Just wait. The Middle South will present, probably the most popular candidate from the ranks in the person of Rev. E. Tyree, D. D., of Tennessee. Tennessee has not as yet ever given the church a general officer or bishop, and now it appears that the heart of the convention beats a responsive chord to the request of Tennessee. Tyrese has all the qualities requisite for that high and holy office, and nobody finds fault with the man but the proverbial kicker up in New York, a editorially spoken of as "niggers" that thousand miles away. He does not FREEMAN FOUR . . . .ngUls-fGEM see anything in Dr. Tyrese any more than Dr. Tyrese can see anything in him. Those who have known Tyrese from boyhood, and noted his progress step by step, of course have a better opportunity of seeing and knowing than does some one who has only seen Tyrese's clothes ("big vest") and witnessed casually his Chesterfieldian bearing. 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TURN OF THE TIDE IN ELECTION OF BISHOP DERRICK IN LAST GENERAL CONFERENCE CHANGED AFFAIRS OF THE CHURCH And Convinced the Writer That There is Something Behind the Throne Greater Than the King Himself. A View of the Field. Said William Pitt in a speech, 1770: "A long train of these practices has at length unwillingly convinced me that there is something behind the throne greater than the king himself." Until the triumphant election of Bishop Derrick over the stern and long continued opposition of the powers that ever before had dictated, it was regarded as foolish to espouse the cause of any man who did not have the approval of the mighty. Lampton, Leake, Chappelle, Preston, Collett, Butler, Kershaw and a great host of others in 1896 concluded to bid defiance to the powers that had dictated and to stand strong and solid for a man whose record showed him to be the champion of independence. Seeing what was sure to happen, the powers fell into line and even undertook to make it appear that the election of Bishop Derrick was due to them, but he has been too astute to be deluded. He stands firm as a mountain for the principles which he has always advocated. Success begets hope, and hope begets endeavor. Although there was a slate put up with strong indorsement, the independents determined to break it and have succeeded. All things have been readjusted, and now it is quite likely that the first ballot will about settle each election. The five strong candidates for the Bishopric are M. M. Moore, T. W. Henderson, C. T. Shaffer, C. L. Bradwell and C. S. Smith. It is quite likely that to this number will be added the Rev. J. A. Johnson for Africa. The writer has received some strong words from Georgia because the article of February 10th did not speak more hopefully of the chances of Dr. Bradwell, of Georgia. Let this be borne in mind, when the writer puts his pen to paper he does not aim to tell as news what he hopes and desires, but to tell the facts just as they are. When the article of the 10th was written Georgia had not yet taken a decided and positive stand, and by this indecision had caused it to be thought that the intention was to sacrifice Dr. Bradwell, but now that it is known that Drs. Moore, Whitman, Flipper, Bradwell, Lee and Henderson were lately closeted in Atlanta and came to an understanding, the aspect changes. It is commonly anticipated that the big four of 1900 (Moore, Henderson, Shaffer and Smith) will act together, and now that Dr. Bradwell is brought into the number with Georgia behind him and with Mixon and Alabama behind them and with Chappelle and South Carolina behind them, and Lampton and Mississippi and Wade and Arkansaw behind them, it don't take much time to tell which way the wind is blowing. It is said that Taylor and Texas may be soon on board the old ship. Davis and Tennessee are already on board and Davis and Chappelle are to have a fair field and no favors. It is about conceded that Dr. Flipper, of Georgia, will be made chairman of the Episcopal Committee, that Dr. Preston will be vindicated, that Dr. Thomas Jackson will be secretary of the General Conference, that E. W. Lampton will succeed Dr. Moore, that Dr. J. A. Johnson will either be editor of the Review or Bishop of Africa. That Dr. Lee of Georgia, H. R. Parks of Kansas and Dr. L. J. Coppin of Philadelphia, with Dr. W. D. Cook of New York as a dark horse, will have a hard fight for the office of secretary of missions, Dr. W. D. Cook bases his claim upon his constant objection to all of Easter Day money being used for foreign missions and upon his criticism of the present administration. His success, therefore, depends upon defeating the election of Bishops for the mission fields, for should such Bishops be elected the fund for missions must be made greater instead of smaller. At present, beyond what has been paid to Dwane, no money has been spent for South Africa. The West Coast and the islands are the only fields that now draw upon our funds. The people are badly mixed in their ideas about our foreign missions, and some blame Dr. Parks for having paid $83 dollars per month for two years to Rev. C. A. Astwood, who spent but two weeks in Cuba. Dr. Parks is excused because he simply obeyed orders. When holding the same office Dr. W. B. Derrick used to refuse to obey orders that appeared to be entirely wrong, but he was so hotly persecuted for it that no one can well be blamed for not following his heroic example. Some say that the Missionary Board had nothing to do with giving such orders, so the war goes on. There are magnificent openings in South Africa as well as the West Coast and the islands, but the prospects will be ruined if the people are not told the full truth. It will not do to play a confidence game. The Kaillir College idea is abandoned, nothing is being spent on South Africa and nothing will be until the General Conference acts. The work must be reviewed and put on a sound basis, and then the Church will measure up to its duty. Gold bricks or other prizes are not the means best adapted to advance the cause of missions. Let the people know the truth and they will then act wisely and right. All of the Easter Day money should be used for missions abroad and the large fund that could be raised for home work should be taken better care of by the Conference. Dr. H. B. Parks has told Bishop Derrick that he would not accept the African Bishop- ric, but that he wants to retain his present office. He said the same thing to Bishop Grant and others, and, therefore, it appears, will be in the field to deal with all comers. He has declared himself as in favor of the election of Drs. Moore, Henderson and Shaffer, and will very likely be reelected to his office. The majority of the Bishops appear to favor the idea of thoroughly overhauling all of the departments and of enacting such laws as are needed to assure their better management, but those who opposed this plan have got in their profoundly deep work and about rendered it impossible. Nearly every man would be likely to have courage enough to advocate such measures has been encouraged to become a candidate for some office and his desire to urge the interest of the people is repressed when he is told "to do that will ruin your chances of election." There are few men among us who are unselfish enough to hurt their chances of promotion by standing up for right when it is not popular. Most of them put their ears to the ground, find out which war the crowd is going and fall in line. While it may be true that the attacks upon the Sunday School Union were inspired by a design to defeat the almost certain election of Dr. Smith to the episcopate, yet it is true that there is something wrong, there is a pause in the advance of that great department. But there is only one department that can escape like criticism. The secretary of education has drawn his salary each year and then has had to draw upon Dr. Moore for money to tow his office, i.e. to pay the traveling expenses of his board, etc., etc. The Review has cost much more than it has brought in, and the editor has no better defense to offer than the puerile plea that the business manager handles the subscriptions. He don't stop to remember that the number of subscriptions will depend upon the quality of the magazine he gets out. The business manager might not get ten subscriptions for a last year's almanac and would not be any more to blame than for not getting big lists for an efface Review full of vaporings. Dr. M. M. Moore is the only general officer who has made progress. He has secured $30,000 credit at the banks. To talk thus truthfully means that I must lose votes, but what do I care when called upon to choose between telling the truth and telling a falsehood? We have failed to put able and competent men into our important offices and are made to suffer the results. The Bishops have prepared an address that is sound and that is wise; let us follow its suggestions and we will make no mistake. If Drs. Moors, Henderson, Shaffer, Bradwell and Smith go up, let us fill their places with men chosen because of fitness, and let us not hesitate to eliminate from office unfit men who don't go up to the bench; let us get our best men. 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"5 Drops" has cured more people, during the past four years, of the above named diseases than all other remedies known, and in case of Rheumatism is curing more than all the doctors, patent medicines, electric belts and batteries combined, for they cannot cure Chronic Rheumatism. Therefore, waste no more valuable time and money longer, but try "5 Drops" and be promptly CURED. "5 Drops" is not only the best medicine, but it is the cheapest, for a $1.00 bottle contains 300 doses. Price per bottle $1.00, prepaid by mail or express, or 6 bottles for $5.00. For the next 30 days we will send a 25c. sample FREE to any one sending 10 cents to pay for the mailing. Agents wanted. Write to day. SWANSON RHEUMATIC CURE CO., 160-164 E. LAKE STREET, CHICAGO. The Freeman $1.50 LIM R.I.P.A.N.S "One of my customers had a very distressed feeling after eating, and I advised him to use Ripans. He tried a 5-cent package, and, not being satisfied with the result, purchased a small vial from one of the 50-cent boxes, getting six Tabules in glass for 10 cents instead of ten in a pasteboard carton for 5 cents. When he had used those he said: 'I don't feel right yet. I don't believe Ripans Tabules are any good.' Knowing the formula of Ripans, I was sure they would cure if he would only continue their use, but he did not believe in patent medicines, so I told him to call in next morning and I would have something for him. I emptied two of the 5-cent packages of Ripans into a bottle and sold them to him for 25 cents, and called them digestive tablets, and wrote on the bottle the name of the ingredients of which the tabule was composed. He used them, and reported they were just the proper medicine and had cured him." WANTED - A case of bad health that RIPAN'S will not benefit. They banish pain and prolong life. One gavage of the bad health that RIPAN'S will not benefit and accept no substitute. RIPAN'S, 10 for 5 cents, or gavage packets for 40 cents, may be bad as such before surgery and these gavage packets will be mailed to any address for 5 cents, forwarded to the Ripae Chemical Co., No. 10 Spruce St, New York. 8 | L S.AYRES&Co SOLE AORWTS FoR STANDARD PATTERNS, ‘The best way in the world. Make your wants ‘tclearly known and we will mail you samples of any color, guality or style from Indiana’s greatest col- lection. This is primarily a Gress goods store. We buy more and sell more than others, and quali- ty considered we proba- bly sell cheaper. But that question is easily settled if you send for samples. They're tree. LS. AYES&Co Indiana's greatest distributers of dry goods INDIANAPOLIS, IND. ‘Mrs. J. T. V. Hill is mach petter. ‘Smoke Pro Bono. Mrs. Layina Burton has returned home. Mr, Geo. McClain of Blackford street is indisposed. Bandusia Maria Clark at Bethel church, March 14. Mrs. J. T. V. Rill is seriously sick at her home in Martindale Ave. ‘There are forty Old Maids in the cast hear them at Bethel church the 14th. Abigail Graphilla Harlan and others ‘will attend the Old Maid’s Convention. ‘Mrs. Burley of N. Missouri street is confined to her bed, suffering froma cancer. Miss Cora Julius, of Marion, Ind., sang a baritone solo at Simpson Chapel Sunday the 4th. Secure your ticket in advance and avoid the rash will be in attendance at the Old Maid’s Convention: “The Old Maids” will play at Bethel church on the 14th. Tickets should be secured in advance. Sukey Jerusha Henry will speak in debate at the Old Maid’s Convention. Bethel church, March 14. ‘Mr. Geo. L. Knox will speak in- Green- field, Ind., the 15th. His Subject will be “Greenfield as it was and is to day.” Besureand hear Miss Patsey Dean sing her latest song at Cleveland Club hall March 20, 1900 Elite Concert com- pany. Mr. Frank Polly left Monday for Cincinnati, O., to visit his sisters. From there he will go to Spencer to visit his nalkiade ‘Mr. Joseph Lewis of W. North street was called to Lebanon, O., last week on account of the illness of his mother. ‘Missionary Sunday at Simpson Chapel was highly interesting. Miss Mamie Clay gave an interesting recitation. The New York Store Beet eeemiar eaerens SPRING STYLES SILK SHIRT W AISTS ----- isk ond + Betas ie $4.75,to $12.50 Pettis Dry Goods Co. 1 Tr Td AN ITE TTIOTDATEN CC APET) NEWRPAPER ‘HE FREEMAN, AN J USTRATED COLORED. TSPAI See TT ————_——EE— ‘Sunday school is increasing in interest |Thompson, Sir. K. ‘Treas,; Mathew : ‘A. M. Hewett the president of the|Thompson, Sir. K. Guard; James W. Missionary society made an address G.|Napier, Sir. K. Sentinel. They are L. Knox closed the session with an| preparing to make quite @ showing at address. Laughter was the subject of an|the annual Pythian sermon ‘the last c intoresting paper by Mr. Courtney. Dr-|Sundayin this month. Col. J H, Ring- Birch, superintendent. gold conducted the elevtion and speaks rege a Tees eee in glowing terms of the soldierly Mr. W. R. Harris formely head waiter | appearance of the rank. The ¢ @ te f Bo n th at the Hollenden Hotel of Cleveland, O., ee reaies 0 0 8 has accepted a like position at the srsek i nies Canale shi rectian of Ho ao Be : fF diseases ru : Hotel English. fend until the last few years was supposed to| Lhe Oxygen Treatment is the Most Importar ore i be eerie For a Coa many Hear the debate on man subject—'Is | years doctors pronounced. it ~ + -—_~ i ” local disease, and reseribed local san separ to Woman? by Serena ct idtn e oluttyat THE PERFECTED 03 Washington McKinley and Jane Ann| cure with local treatment, pronounced it ; incurable. Science has proven catarrh to be % ‘ i Forbidden Fruit. a constitational disease, and, - therefore, | Cures all manner of diseases without drags or electricity, by causin sores requis, constitutional treatment, ‘Hail /membranes, which in turn creates the most heroic fanctionizing_ of It will certainly be the event of the | Caterh Cure, mannfaotured by KF. J. Cheney | alizing the blood. sah Wy meee as i : season. ivedy body te ealkdae about {t SoG Toledo, Ona, pbs say eee Oxyzen is all activity, its mission in the wor'd is to change; i y Heal cane oe Gin eke Ae Oxygen is the only builder in the human body; it is man’s March 20, 1900. Elite Concert company | oer conial. It acts directly on the’ blood | tissue; and rebuilds the good. at Cleveland Club hall March 20, 1900 |ind™mueous suriaces of the systems. ‘Thee 1s heartily indorsed by the best people in the conntry who pea oiler one hundred dollarsfor any case it fails| Jones, Major Blackburn of Cincinnati, O ; Judge Bradley of Omaha Sarah Jane Fly Away will set in the| ‘git’, Send for eirulars and testimonials. of Cleveland, O., and thousands of others. “Presidential Chair” of the Old. Maid's F. J. CHENEY & CO,, Toledo, 0. READ THE FOLLOWIN Oonvention~ Bethel church Wedneaday | 9-014 by Druguiste, Too. A REMARKABLE CURE STRONGLY ENDO! evening, March 14. Admission 15| "Hane penis eat = = 's Family Pills are the best, : a Read This Testimony from a Prominent| By. the Venerable Former Mehilable Cutright Scott, Serena Washington McKinley, Prudence Ade- line Gagen and 37 other Old Maid’s Convention, Bethel church, Wednesday evening, March 14. Admission 15 cents. F. Fowler Brown and William Williamson will appear with the Elite Concert company at Cleveland Club hall, March 20. Tickets on sale at Malone's barber shop 808 Indiana avenne. Timberlake & Sellers 418 Indyana avenue and “The Favorite,” Admission 85 cents. ‘The greatest necessity of the Negroes of America will be jointly discussed be- tween Lincoln, Union and Garret Smith Lodge (@. U. 0. of O.F.) at Odd fellow hall on Indiana-Ave., March 15. All the members of the fraternity and their friends are requested to be present, refreshments after debate. Mrs. Lizzie Venerable has returned after spending a month in Chicago, accompained by her sister, Mrs, Millie Marthreal and daughter Mrs. Zaidie Landers. Mrs. Millie Marthreal will stop with her mother Mrs. Venerable and Mrs. Landers with her aunt Mrs \Sdinia Vendbatin. ‘Mrs, M. E. Scrivner Briscoe will give one of her sterioptican lectures. “From Bethleham to Calvary” at Shiloh Baptist church corner of West and Wal- nut streets, It will be the first apportunity of the Indianaplis church goers to see an illuminated lecture given by a woman of the race. Admission 10 cents, Mr. Roland T. Easley a well known and respected citizen and employed at Hubbard's Block died Monday. The funeral services were conducted Tues- day evening by Rey. C. W. Newton at the residence of Mr. Harry Jones at 910 E, Sixteenth street, after which the body was taken to Norwalk, O., for interment. Sieg Mrs. Hannah Williams of Missouri street died 12:30 Sunday night of consumption. She had been confined to the house about two months, but would not give up to goto bed. Age 28 years. She leayes a husband, mother and brother to mourn her loss. Pride of the North Tabernacle No. #4, of which she was a member, had charge of the faneral which occurred Thursday 2 p. m., at Second Baptist church. ‘The Misses McKnight received word this week from the war department an nouncing the death of their brother, Joshua McKnight, which occurred ix Manilla, Oct. 31, 99. He was quite well known over this city especially aronnd the hotels. He leaves three sis ters, three brothers and a mother tc mourn his loss. The verses below wer written by his sister the day the new: of his death reached them. My darling brother's sleeping, in a distant hero's grave With many more brave soldier boys Who fought; their flag to save. Oh, how we miss our brother, He ne’er will know it now, But to our dear kind Father's will Tn silence we must bow. If we had but a pictare, Of the face we love 80 well ‘How it would cheer our sad hearts No mortal tongue can tell. But we've not e’en a tintype Nor trinket, with us here To remind us'of our brother ‘Whom we, still hold so dear. But we ne'er ean forget him, ‘Tho! he died so far away, Ona bright October morning Quite near Manilla Bay. We know that he was good and true And now he's gone to rest With papa and with Johnny, too ‘He's rejoicing with the blest. ‘We'll try and stop onr grieving Nor let our tears fall more We know that we will meet him ‘On that fair celestial shore. ‘Where there will be no parting, No sorrows and no cares Tis then we enter Joy Divine ‘And Christ will dry our tears. So sleep on darling brother, (Quiet ‘neath Manila sod ‘Till we come to meet you Joshua, ‘ne uierchs vaward) linens tices Damon Company No. 1, U. R. K. of P. At their annual election the following officers were elected: I. B. Davis, Sir. K. Capt.; John Edlen, Sir. K. ist Lient ; James V. Bathett, Sir. K. 2d Lient.; Wm. B. Porter, Sir. K. Recorder; Geo. ‘Thompson, Sir. K. Treas,; Mathew Thompson, Sir. K. Guard; James W. Napier, Sir. K. Sentinel. They are preparing to make quite a showing at the annual Pythian sermon the last Sunday in this month. ol. J H, Ring- gold conducted the elevtion and speaks in glowing terms of the soldierly appearance of the rank, There is more Catarrh 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 Coa many years doctors —_ pronounces it 8 iveal disease, and prescribed _ local remedies, and by constantly failing to cure with local treatment, pronounced it incurable. Science has proven catarrh to be a constitutional disease, and, therefore, requires constitutional ‘treatment, Hall’s Catarrh Cure, manufactured by F. J. Cheney &Co,, Toledo, Ohio, is the oniy constitu. tional cure on tne 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. <i | £. J, CHENEY & CO,, Toledo, 0. | gar-Sold by Drugrists, 750. Hall’s Famiiy Pills are the best. A. E. Grampy at the Palaise De Vandyke. Get your hair cut and shave by the man with the Vandyke. 314 indiana avenue. ‘You can dress your hair in the latest fashionable style easily and safely with the Original Ozonized Ox Marrow (copy- righted) as it is perfectly harmless and never fails to make kinky hair straight, pliable and beautifal. Imitations won't doit. Be sure you get the gennine. Sold over {forty years. If your dealer cannot supply you send us fifty cents and we will ship you a bottle, Ozonized Ox Marrow Co., 76 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Illinois. * Wiss Shite Wha , For quick service and close connec- tions for all points in the Southeast see that your local ticket agents route you via the Nashville, Chattanooga & 3 St. Louis Railway when going to Tennessee, Alabama, North and South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. For all informa- tion, maps, folders and rates write to Biard F. Hill, N. P. A, 328 Marquette Bld’g. Chicago, Ill., or W. L. Danley G.P. and T. A. Nashville, Tenn. ‘You Can Got TheFreeman at the Bates House Barber Shop every Saturdav. Price 5c. PALACETEENE CAFE Sunday, March 11, 1900-.-Dinner From 12 M.to4P. M, MENU. Claret Punch Oyster Soup Consomme Colbert Celery Olives Onions Roast Loin of Beef Brown Gravy Roast Turkey Sage Dressing Cranberry Sauce Mashed Potatoes Asparagus on toast Brown Sweet Potatoes Cold Slaw Banana Fritters Peerless Syrup Corn Bread and Butter Milk Lemon Pie Mince Pie ‘New York Cream Cheese Nautch atel Cheese Hot Rolls Light Bread Coffee Tea Sweet Milk BRIDGEWATER & ROSS, Proprierons. News Notes. ‘West Point, Miss., Special.—Your correspondent had the pleasnre of stop- ing a few days at Macon. There is no city of its size in the state of which more good things can be traly said than Macon, We arrived in the town and were most kindly received by Rev. B. P. E. Gales and had the pleasure of hearing him preach a sermon which would have done credit to any pulpit of any race. He is a young man of thonght and is a graduate of Roger Williams University. Mr. David Dunn is doing a nice business on the main street of the town, near by is the business house of our good friend Smith who has read The Freeman for ten years and prizes it above all others. ‘W.J Mallard and V. B. Buck two leading young men are coming to the front in smithing and wagon building. Lucy Butler ) State of Indiana, Marion Co,, ss: ye tin the Superior oust of Geo, Butler | Marion Co,inthe State of indians ‘No. 0019. "Comiplaint for divorce. Br In Kxows. That on the 7th day of March 1900 the above named plaintiff, by her attorney filed in the office of the Clerk ‘of the. Superioy Court of Marion County. in the Stateof Indiana her complaint againt fie above named detent au and te ald plaintif sving also edn said Clerk's office the atfdavit of a competent son, showing that sale defendant Georze Rutter is not a resident of the State of Indiongs that said action is for divorce and the sald ae fondant is a nocetcary party ten towud wheres as said eee having by endorsement on said Complaint required said defendant to appear i ssid Lourt, and aneworor demor thereto‘on the "Now, Tuenroun,'By order of sald Court, said defendant last above named is hereby nodded of the filing and pendency of said complaint against bimand that unless he appear and an- Swer ordemur thereto, at the calling of said caso on the 24 day of Stay, 100, the samme being the th jadicial day of a form of said Court, te be begun and hold at the Court Housein the City of fndianapotis, on the Ist Monday i Aart i atone aot dae aed therein contained and allowed, sd detorminedia nit abaonee ey eonoe B. Btssore, Clerk. ‘J.T. V. Hitt, Attorney for Plaintiff. = —_—_— H.C KRENTLE & CO. ARTIF |C! AL LIMBS gam Deformity Braces, Trusses a fe) Crutches, Bandages, Anti \ | Gi ceptic Materials, etc, Rs D. P. STIRK, P he) | Formerly with A. HAY- (T] | WOOD, for 25 years, RK 27 W. Ohio at. RO ) INDIANAPOLIS IND Drugless Healing The Greatest Boon .o the — icted Ever Discovered Cures all manner of diseases without drags or electricity, by causing the body to absorb OXYGEN throngh the ski membranes, which in turn creates the most heroic functionizing of ‘every organ in the body, purifying, enriching a1 alizing the blood, ‘Oxyxen is all activity, its mission in the wor'd is to change; it tears down only to build up. Oxygen is the only builder in the human body; it is man’s greatest friend; it destroys the bad parts of the tissue; and rebuilds the good. {iis heartily rndorsed by the best people in the country who bave tried it; among them being such men as Rev Jones, Major Blackburn of Cincinnati, O ; Judge Bradley of Omaha, Neb.; Judge E. B. Evans of Dee Moines, ta.. Col of Cleveland, O., and thousands of others. READ THE FOLLOWING TESTIMONI A REMARKABLE CURE STRONGLY ENDORSED. FROM A PROD Read This Testimony from a Prominent | By the Venerable Former Bishop of the INDIANAP( Lady of Paris, ly. Eyangelieal Association, INDIANA OXYG! Panis, Ky., Jan. 3, 1900. STRONGSVILLE, O., June, 1899. | Dear Sir—I have OXYGENOR CO., ‘Cincinnati, Ohio: | THE OXYGENOR CO.: ‘Ring: pordiased fs I have been a great sufferer from| Recently I have suffered a severe at- ey nervous sick headache for the last 10| tack of acute rheumatism, arising in my | #24 family for the years, and when I was informed that | left leg and foot, which presently spread | been afllicted with, the Oxygenor would cure me I had but}over the whole body, causing intense|has given very sa litle faith in it. But as bad tried) pain and feverishness, and what mado| firmly believo itis everything that elaimed to cnre and be-| this anpleasant condition still, mach ditor Indians ing int by several good physicians | worse was a relapse into La Gri that my case was a hopeless one, I. was| which had left its bad. after-offects from | "BOM A PROMINE: ready to try almost anything for relief. |Iast winter in my system and now, reis- INDIANAP( hile treating forsick headache Iwas sued into a fallfledged Grippe again, | INDIANA OXYG) completely cured of a desperate case of | was then a “‘sick man,” indeed! After} Dear Sir.—I have femala trouble, whereby I was compelled | several remedies had made « most com-| genor King purch to wear an abdominal support for years | plete failure I got hold of the “‘Perfected | month, and am ple: to enable me to get around at all; and in | Oxygenor King,” and he at once arrested | much improved fr less than three weeks I was well enough | the dangerous enemy and in a polite but | tack of rheumatisi to dispose of it. very efficient manner expelled him in a| my eyes, which ha Iregard the effects produced by this| short time from my system and filled it| my room for over f instrament as simply marvelous and do | anew with vital force and vigor. not write this as an advertisement, but] Bless God, who in merey gave under- rather as a simple statement of fucts. |standing to tome men to place such /of firm of Parkhu (es spectfally, King upon the throne. R. YEAKEL. Manufacturers, ‘Mrs.G.W.Ganpner, Paris, Ky. (Age 72 years.)} Indianapolis We invite the closest investigation. This may be to you a message of hope and health, and if 3 hegith and that of your loved ones, do not neglect this opportunity. P. 8.—Send stamp for OXYGENOR, 1748. Mer \ GAZEPTE and Booklet. INDIANA OXYGENOR CO, IN ‘Wanted.’ ‘Wanted:—Lady roomers, board or without ‘board perfect protection guaranteed. Mrs. ionardecn 320 EL Vermont street. ..CIGA RIST... Dealer in the best foreign and domestic goods. All kinds of smoking and chew- ing tobacco. Fine Pipes. Call for what you want and you will be pleased, 344 - Indiana Avenue, - 344 = 3 eX | Ly, ” a y GS - Ch : Ys ¢ . iY 5) SS - as) ® {684 imdiana: Avenue. o “Too Cream Soda and Ice Cream. — HOT; soba — CANDIES In Sacks, Baskets or Boxes. Oar deli- cate conectinary, put up in dainty boxes makes appreciatve gifts. FINE PERFUMES. NUTS, FRUITS, CIGARS Reed & Robinson Dealers in Oils and Gasoline Groceries ‘The Standard Tea & Grocery Company wishes to name a few Specials for Saturday. 19 pounds Best Granulated Sugar, $1.00 6 pkg. Hawky Oats, 25c. 4 cans Best Sugar Corn, 25¢ 4 cans Whole Tomatoes, 19c. 6 lbs. Fancy Head Rice, 25c. Ivory Soap, 4c a cake 10 bars Lenox Soap, 25c. ‘New Corn Meal, 1c Ib. Pair Gat wie eae convinced of facts that we are the cheapest peo- ple onearth for good groceries by calling on estar Syl ee silek! in Store, northwest corner Washington and Row iereyaereaa. ane Branch. 151 N. Delaware Street, near Ohio. “445 W. Washington Street, near West. “$38 Indinna Avenue, near Senate, ‘Telephone 2200 01d aad New. e ‘L. A. JACKSON, Proprietor. ~ Roe CHAIRS, aw Ball-Bearing Rubber a neni Van an MANY STYLES Cm vem PHYSICIANS’ t= Office FURNITURE W. D. ALLISON CO., Manufacturers," Sas4esbii3, wo MORRIS & UU "8 eeps constantly on hand a first-class supply of goods pertaining to the business. 529 Senate Av, sénmirsr,, Flanner & Buchanan, —— THE LEADING —— 320 N: Illinois §t., bet. New York and Vermon t BEST + ERVICE FAIR PRICE wIT WILL PAY YOU You can save one-third on your purchase on any- thing you buy of us during this sale, Men's and Boys’ Clothing, Ladies Capes and Jackets, Ladies Fur Colla tte, 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: (3 We give trading Stamps. STRONGLY ENDORSED. By the Venerable Former Bishop of the Eyangelical Association, STRONGSVILLE, O., Jone, 1899. THE OXYGENOR CO.: Recently I have suffered a severe at- tack 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_ mach worse was a relapse into La Gripe, which had left its bad after-effects from last winter in my system and now reis- sued Into a fallfedged Grippe again. I was then a ‘sick man,” indeed! After several remedies had made % most com- plete failure I got hold of the “Perfected Oxygenor King,” and heat 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 force and vigor. Bless God, who in merey gave under- standing tosome men to place such a King upon the throne. R. YEAKEL. (Age 72 years.) i — is 4 KNOX ee rae World Renowned FUR Cpe : Ss eh te a x HAT FOR LADIES axp GENTLEMEN Standard of fashion everywhere STEPHENS’ $3.00 Hats best on earth For the money try one A. B. STEPHENS 18 North Pennsylvania Street. INDIANAPOLIS, Jan, 25, 1900, INDIANA OXYGENOR CO. Dear Sir.—I have tested the Oxygenor King, purchased from you, on myself and family for the varions ills we have been afflicted with, and can traly say it has given very satisfactory results. | firmly believe it is all you claim for it, Editor Indianapolis Independent. FROM A PROMINENT MANUFACTURES INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., Jan. 16, INDIANA OXYGENOR CO. Dear Sir—I have been using the Oxy. genor King purchased from yon ons month, and am pleased to say I'am very much improved from a very severe ai. tack of rheumatism and inflamation of my eyes, which had kept me eonfined to my room for over four months. ‘Your truly, J_M. Parkhurst, of firm of Parkhurst Bros. & Uo., Bolt Manufacturers, 814 N. East street, Indianapolis. nd health, and if yon value your own 17} 8. Meridian Street, INDIANAPOLIS, IND Bertormann Floral Company...