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The Greatest Negro Journal. One Year---Only $1.50. THE FREEMAN A NATIONAL ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER VOLUME 13. NUMBER 13 POLITICS GALORE--GOOSE NECK BILL MAKES A SPEECH. STUDENT ROBBED OF EARNINGS Houston's Porters Organize and Give a Swell Banquet--The Independents Will Give a Musical and Literary Entertainment--Society Doings. Houston, Tex., Special.—The Freeman is sold every Sunday morning at Main and Congress avenues. James Harden, a popular young gentleman of Houston, left for Galveston last Sunday morning on a pleasure trip. The Republican convention was held last week and elected one colored delegate and one white delegate to the national convention at Philadelphia this coming June, 1900. Goose Neck Bill's speech at Waco was a corker, and he had the people guessing. Louis Henderson had a fine pair of scissors stolen from his shop last Wednesday night while he was absent. A student of Masssey's business college was robbed of $5 last Tuesday evening in broad day light. The robber must have known his scheme well before he undertook his job. The Houston politicians never fail to make their monthly raids to get rags to work for the city. The first grand anniversary social hop was given by the Houston Porter's Union last Wednesday night. The officers are as follows: James H. Moore, president; J. Marshall, vice-president; Sam McGee, secretary; Alphonso Bazley, treasurer; Daniel Hood, underguard; Mr. Scott Jones in his neat dress suit, acted as floor manager, and everybody enjoyed themselves with much delight. Everybody who went said it was the swellest entertainment given by the Houston prominent colored people—most every member of the union wore a button-hole bouquet in violets—Mr. James Green was among them and said he enjoyed himself very much. Mr.W.B.Gibson introduced the lancers and the hall was crowded. The people of Houston are going to Galveston every Sunday to listen to the sad sea waves as they flash from bank to bank. Keep posted by reading The Freeman, is now for sale every Sunday corner Main and Congress avenues. The Independent, the colored paper printed here every Saturday is going to give a grand literary and musical concert at Wesley Chapel on Wednesday night, April 4. The best musical and literary talent in the city will be brought together and make one grand showing. This concert will be given for the sole benefit of increasing the facilities of The Independents. Tickets now on sale. All the churches in the city are preparing a grand program for Easter. Mr. Alphonso Bazley, treasurer of the Houston Porters' Union, one of Houston's popular young men, will visit Galveston next Sunday. Many of our people are sick with the la grippe and cold here. Every body should read The Freeman—delivered to your door every Sunday morning. Mr. James Hartford left last Sunday for Galveston to spend the spring and summer. Mrs. L. J. Jones and others gave a pound party last Monday night at the home of Mrs. A. Griffin 1702 Jefferson avenue, for the benefit of Mrs. Jane McReu. Read The Freeman, subscribe at once. Mr. Andrew Thomas, Jr., one of Houston's sterling young men, will visit Dallas soon, on a business trip. Mr. Sam Campbell of this city who has been traveling all over the state, spent a few days here last week. Messrs. Hedubs, Willie Deleston and Willie Smith spent a few days in the Island City last week. Mr. Charley Banks took a day off and went to Galveston to see the battleships last week. The small-pox detention camp is deserted and this city is entirely free from the disease; being in that respect much more fortunate than many Texas cities and towns, some of the smaller towns having as many as ten to fifteen cases at present. Read The Freeman, its full of news. The Levy building on Main street is being pushed rapidly to completion. The Franklin-avenue bridge was open for traverse last Tuesday morning. It is the best bridge in Texas. The Baker Family in Lowell. Lowell, Mass., Special.—The Baker family who came to Boston from North Carolina recently have the deepest sympathy of the colored people of Massachusetts. Her husband was cruelly murdered in North Carolina. Mrs. Baker has a smart and intelligent looking family and Mrs. Baker is somewhat independent of the public with what little money she earns by taking in washing at home. By the help of her oldest 1900 PUBLIC LIBRARY daughter that is working out, Mrs. Baker says, she manages to have enough for her family to live on. Mrs. Baker has been unjustly dealt with like so many of our colored people of the South that has been going on and still now in the same way. Now, how one's heart aches to hear of such cruelty. Mrs. Baker and family are now under the protection of the laws of Massachusetts. The Big Sensation played to large houses at Music Hall last week—Henry Williams responded to big encounters nightly. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph D. Raymond will celebrate their silver wedding of 25 years April 29. Briggs and Payne are playing in Brockton, Mass. Madame Payne's concert was a large success at Nashua, N. H., March the 18th. Madame Perkins, the Southern nightingale, sang one of her latest popular airs, "Lady Lou." It was beautifully rendered, she was called back several times. Mrs. Clara Raymond in her jubilee shouts made the hit of the evening. The Silver Tone Quartette was called back several times. The Briggs-Payne co. did good work. The Paynes were called back six times. The concert altogether was a success. The white people of Lowell have got the cake walks caze. Mr. Thomas McHenry, colored, is the champion cake walker of Lowell. Mr. McHenry and Charles Howard are playing in Fall River. News Clippings. De Soto Mo. Special—Among the new readers of the Freeman are H. L. Higgin bothm Baptist preacher, Rev. G. Ramsey SAMUELS TO ST. LOUIS REV. J. M. CONNER, D. D., who is a prominent candidate for the Dr. Conner is the author of two valuab lation. This distinguished prelate numb Connection. who is a prominent candidate for the office of Bishop in the A. M. E. Church. Dr. Conner is the author of two valuable books, both of which have wide circulation. This distinguished prelate numbers his friends in every quarter of the Connection. pastor of the first Baptist church W. L. Smith the efficient and gentlemanly caller for the Iron Mt. R. R. Co. Henry Lee, school teacher, Ben Thomas musician and Frank Casey one of the genial porters of the city. The A. M. E church has one of the best choirs in the city with W. L. Smith as president and Miss Docha Mardis organist. Levi Murphy the night caller has been sick for a few days and John Johnson is filling his position. If E. L. Gilliam ever takes a trip out through the "Wild and Wooly West" and happens to stop off at De Soto he will find an acquaintance of his early days. The Events in the "Black Jack" City. The Events in the "Black back" City. Danville, Ill., Special.—The churches are making grand preparation for Easter. An excellent program will be rendered. The D. A. T. W. Club met at Mrs. James Johnson's. The members all being present. Miss Maggie Avery is very much improved. Miss Bettie Moss is expected to depart for Tennessee very soon. Miss Stella Gates is reported very sick. Mr. George Nichols reports excellent business. Mr. Willis Beeler is much better. Mr. Hodge, porter at the Danville department store is very sick with black ditheria. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Tuller of Terre Haute, will visit our city soon on their way home from Chicago. The Broken Chord Quartette composed of Mrs. Colley, Mr. Colley, Mr. Edward Banks and Mrs. Mattie Banks, will sing for the May --- the office of Bishop in the A. M. E. Church the books, both of which have wide circu- bers his friends in every quarter of the Fair which is to be given by the Cyclone Club. James Huffman is still very sick. Rev. B. Shipp is carrying on revival meeting. Miss Emma Tolliver was called home to Paris, Ill., very suddenly on the account of illness of her parents. Mrs. Neal Vance is expecting her daughters from Chicago the 1st of June for a short visit. Mrs. Whitley will give a social at her residence Wednesday evening for the benefit of the May Fair. Mrs. Minerva Pope met with a very bad accident while coming from the Cyclone Club last Friday. South Before The War played to a very full house Friday evening. Master Luther Colley, the agent for The Freeman, is secretary of the Second Baptist Sunday-school. Greencastle Ind. Special.—Rev. Wm. H. Saunders, of Indianapolis conducted quarterly meeting at Bethel A. M. E. church Sunday March, 18th. Mrs. Mariah Pierce of Crawfordsville spent a few days in this city last week returning Sunday noon. Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Moore have moved to Indianapolis where they will make their future home. Mr. Albert Case of Seymour spent a few days with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Case. Mr. Lawrence Lewis is on the sick list this week. Mrs. Chas. W. Herring continues very ill. Rev. R. D. Leonard of Indianapolis preached at St. Paul's Baptist church on last Sunday. Messrs. Geo. W. Herring and Frank Taylor have returned from Indianapolis. Mr. Fields Ellison is --- News Notes. PRICE FIVE CENTS. SINGLE COPY SIX MONTHS, 85c; ONE YEAR 1 suffering from a very severe attack of the grip. Messrs. J. K. Miles and Wm. H. Herring were chosen as delegates to the County convention of the Republicans of the East precinct of the Third Ward, Monday March 19. Mr. Bert Wilson and a companion of Crawfordsville, were in our city last week. Grim Reaper Death. Dayton, O., Special.-Mr. James Simm who has been a resident of this city for the past 30 years and respected by all, died last week. Important News. Henderson Ky. Special.-Mrs. Mollie B. McClure, has returned to her home in Corydon after a brief visit to relatives here. Inations are out announcing the coming marriage of Miss Mary Anna Hughes to Mr. Herman Nelson, April 3, 1900. The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Short died March 23rd. Mrs. Winnie Barnett is seriously ill at her residence on Holloway st. Rev. R. H. C. Mitchell was in the city last week from Harrodsburg. Roy Shelton died last week aged 18. He has been an invalid all his life. A concert was given March 26 at the Second Baptist church for the benefit of the Sunday School. Mr. Robert Barnett died March 23 at the residence of his parents Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Barnett, S. Adams st. He had been ill quite a while with consumption. His funeral from the First Baptist Church March 24. Rev. W. E. Clark officiated. COUNTY TEACHERS AN INTERESTING AND PROFITA- BLE CONVENTION OF ARKANSAS' SCHOOL MARM'S AND Masters--Vital Questions Freely Discussed--Doings of the Race in the Church, and Society--Personal Items of Much Interest. Helena, Ark, Special.—The annual meeting of the Philips County Teachers association was held in the chapel of the Helena Normal school Friday night March 16. Quite a number of the teachers in the county were present and rendered an excellent program. The following distinguished visitors were present and said many words of encouragement to the association. The Hon. C. C. Caldwell, Dr. J. S. Berry, Prof. J. E. Carter and Maj. Greenfield Quarles, president of the school board. Prof. T. J. Austin, principle of the Helena Normal school delivered an excellent toast on "What will be the out come of the war in South Africa." Prof. Austin is a speaker of no mean ability and handled his subject in a manner that delighted the entire audience. The association will have another meeting at this place in April. Dr. J. H. Stringer of Mariana was on our streets one day last week. Prof. H. Avant has subscribed for The Freeman. Dr. Berry, pastor of Carter Chapel, A. M. E. Church has organized a new choir that is quite an improvement on the old one. Dr. Berry is a competent minister and a Christian gentleman and is doing much for the uplifting of Carter's Chapel. The main building of Southland College was destroyed by fire last week. The Gleaners Club gave a very pleasant social last Monday night at the residence of Mrs. R. L. Wilson. Mr. Clarence Ross sustained a slight injury a few days ago by the switch engine of the Y. & M. V. road jumping the track. At this writing Mr. Ross is able to be at his post again on the engine. Read the Freeman. Little Late But Excellent News. Little Lake But Excellent News. Peoria, Ill.—Special. The Woman's Christian Literary Club met at the residence of Mrs. Stanton Fields 109 Sixth avenue, Thursday evening. After a brief session of business and a short program, the club listen to an eloquent address by Mrs. L. A. Davis, president of the Phyllis Wheatley Club of Chicago, on "Club Work," after which dainty refreshments were served. The apron bazaar given by the Woman's Aid Society was a great success. They sold 200 aprons and netted over $100, B. F. Moseley of Chicago was entertained by Mr. and Mrs. Robert Smith. Mr. Elmer Johnson is confined severely to his bed with lung trouble. His many friends regret his illness. Mr. and Thomas C. Cheek left Sunday morning for Oskaloosa, Ia., to attend the funeral of her father. The wife of E. M. Scott, after many months of sickness, died Sunday morning at 9:30. She leaves three small children. Jessie Saunders was the unknown Negro who was murdered at Lowerforce bridge and thrown in the river. The Rev. C. H. Duvall of the Zion Baptist church, tendered his resignation on last Wednesday night, which was accepted by his members to take effect April the 1st. Mr. Jule Jordan made a flying trip to Davenport, la., last Thursday. Miss Mattie Blair gave a birthday party at her home 126 Eaton street which was attended by quite a number of the young lady's friends. The many friends of Charles Elmer Johnson will be pleased to know that he is improving in health and will be able to be in a week or so. The city ambulance was called to take Mrs. Nannie Smith to the hospital. She is in a very critical condition but Dr. Weil has hopes of her recovery. Mrs. Dudley's son was buried here Monday afternoon. He was brought here quite recently suffering from consumption. News From The City in the Point Cairo, Ill., Special—The attendance at the churches was large last Sunday, Mr. Albert Redman who has been ill about two weeks, is again at his post in the Halliday dining room. The White Rose Club was entertained this week by Miss Bettie Freeman. The importance of reading The Freeman was discussed. Lawyer Charles Rice of Mound City, has a large practice. Mr. A. A. Martin, chief cook at the Halliday House, is a constant reader of The Freeman. and his advice to all who talks newspaper to him, is to read the paper for those to read who wish to keep in touch with the avings and doings of the race. MAJOR'S MELANGE. 2 Well now, my good friend Augustus M. Hodges does me the greatest honor in scoring a helping hand club to be dubbed Majors' Helping Hand, etc. Hurrah for the great side whiskered New Yorker, a-la-Dumas. Any time the inspiration of locomotion seizes thee and thou shouldst find thyself breathing on Texas soil, I'll come to thee and whisper the invitation, "Sojourn at my house for a season" and thee will not be the first New Yorker either. --- Spring is laying its green carpet over hill and dale and perfumed flowers in all their variegated beauty have transformed the South into a wonderland. Farmers are tunnring up the green sward and birds are making merry with heir song. But with all this, we are not very far removed from the great-hot box. || | | The Freeman editorials are frequently commented upon by our Southern dailies. Moral-When a statement is made that meets popular approval, the unwritten law of right dictates to the Southern conscience, the use of it no matter where found, for the general good of all the people. The Freeman editorials are always the safe pulse-beat of Negro journalism. Negro progressiveness and aggressiveness. || || Dr. W. D. Johnson is one of the many aspirants for the bishopric that should be elected unanimously. |||| Will McDonald is the greatest Negro in Texas politics, and, it cannot be said that any other Negro has as long a financial string to hold him as our good friend Bill McDonald. ```markdown ``` What big Negroes are going to Paris this 1900? || || || The general conferences and the National conventions will draw heavily on the South this year, for brains. Well, the South can spare her disciples of Benny and her parliamentarians for a season. ```markdown ``` The race question is now foreshadowing all questions of the day. Tillman of South Carolina struggled up against it a few davs ago in Congress and got such a thrashing that "I guess it will do him for a while." || || || The sober, industrious citizen is called upon to cast a National ballot again this year. Decision is one of the Christian virtues. Indecision a very troublesome, finicky trait of the narrow, small, head and short, weak backbone. Let every Negro in the country vote the Republican ticket for reasons too numerous to mention. She was bred in old Kentucky And she must regret it now. Just because its not so lucky To be always in a row, To she wake in a row, To she wake in a row, To you take her Jack your plucky!! You're a marksmans to get a girl like Sue. She was bred in old Kentucky Where they shoot you for a drink, She was bred in old Kentucky Where they shoot you if you think It a wonder she could bear it I could not I know, and swear it Drink mean whiskey and eat their bullets Too --- What about Negro self-government? Where is the place in Africa where the Cannabals eat a young girl graduate every now and then, that can compare with the behavior sir of the chivalrous Kentucky Colonel sir, and the uncivil methods sir, of the courts sir, of the aristocratic, aesthetic civilization sir, of old Kentucky, sir? To what base times have we come!! Pity them, pity them, Christians at home Haste with the Gatling-gun, hasten and (come). This reign of terror is not the outcome of ignorance, because Kentucky's citizens are enlightened. It is the pure devilry of rule or ruin, the essence of the untainted Goeblism. || || || It is rumored throughout the connection that one Bishop Gaines has besmirched himself and lost his high estate among the good people of Florida by usurpation to carry his kind of a delegation to the general conference, but it seems that a Tyree and Denham delegation is the ticket that will dispile the sainted bishops and travail to disturb the lofty dreams of his polished friend, Dr. L. J. Coppin. Dr. J. M. Henderson is matched to meet Prof. W. D. Cain in a 20 round (column) contest. The readers of The Freeman will act as referee. --- Young men, this is to you. Don't be in a hurry to be great. You can achieve distinction but greatness comes with age. Read good books, live in the atmosphere of pure thought. Don't be anxious to tell who you are, what you are and what you have done. If you THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER have two grains of gold in you you're a gold mine and as people find gold mines, you will be found some day. You could not hide yourself in the Rocky mountains if you have the metal in you. In writing to newspapers, never tell what I did, say we. You can never do anything good without divine aid and its a good idea to never allow ego to proceed Det. Be modest and be always just. You are on the road. THE MUDSLINGER, THE LIAR. Hireling--Men of Higher Degree Will Throw off the Yoke--The Struggle That is to be Will End Agreably. Let the mudslinger, the liar, the hireling all be abroad at this era of the history of the A. M. E. Church, they can do nothing that will defeat the determination of such men as Moore, Chappelle, Smith, Leake, Kershaw, Taylor, Connor, H. T. Johnson, Flipper, Davis, Stinson, Lee, Preston, Watson, Hurley, Jones, Collett, Wade, Roundtree and more than one hundred others, to throw off the yoke and stand out like men in the mighty struggle that is to take place in the gloaming of the dying century and upon which so much depends. With these men will be found such powerful supporters as Bishops Grant, Derrick, Turner, Salters and Handy. In many things, strange as it may seem, Bishop Gaines will not only be at work along the same line, but actually in advance of the ranks. Bishop Gaines has seen how he was misled in the Preston matter, he will be almost sure to repudiate those who fooled him; if he has the courage to do this, and he has, Bishop Gaines is likely to be a mighty figure. While investigation and was most triumphant. Dr. Preston courted the most rigidly vindicated by Bishop Tanner and the conference, certain Western Bishops are resorting to all manner of plans to back up men whom Bishop Payne long ago marked and put on the shelf. Some of these men have been skillfully siding with Bishop Gaines, thus hoping to keep his Argus eye off of them. Bishop Gaines is hasty, he is radical, he did not act justly in all matters in Florida and elsewhere, but he is an honest and fearless man and merits respect. Those who take advantage of his honesty to fool and mislead him are the scamps who would be exposed and punished. The little click who awoke him at midnight to fool him in the attack on Preston are the traitors. Nearly four years ago the Freeman predicted that Preston would be in power in 1900. If Jones, of Tennessee, is correct, this prophesy is about to be fulfilled. In his ardor for his friend, Tyre, Dr. Jones called me a "biped," but that don't detract from the weight of his words in advocacy of Preston. Dr. Preston's certain vindication will not mean the humiliation of Bishop Gaines, but will mean the exposure of those who misled Bishop Gaines. The failure to vindicate Dr. Preston would mean to cast mud upon the memory of some heroic dead and many illustrious living who stood for him through all the years, and who either covered guilt or believed in innocence. Any word against Preston, from Texas, is a slur upon the memory of the late financial secretary, who was the open friend of Dr. Preston. Shall we name those who put up the job? Perhaps we had better wait and let time do it. Dr. Preston, it is said, comes to Columbus with the united strength of his district behind him, except four. He will not burn the wind in his exit from Columbus. I expect to see Bishop Gaines and Dr. Preston close together. I expect to see each honored at Columbus. Dr. Preston is the friend of Drs. Moore, Henderson, Smith and Shaffer. There is not much chance that Dr. Preston will be made a Bishop, but there is a certain general office that he would get were he to be inclined. Perhaps the candidate for Bishop, who will have the largest individual backing, will be Dr. C. L. Bradwell of Georgia. If correspondents tell the truth and reasoning is a guide, Dr. Bradwell will have seventy votes in one solid bunch and a large majority through combinations. The old "star chamber" slate has been broken up and the men in the field, by means of private correspondence, have about settled on Moore, Henderson, Smith, Bradwell and Shaffer. It is said that five Bishops have winked their approval of this selection. It is not what they might have wanted, but it appears to be what they will approve. As fast as the delegates come to see what a victory has been won in vindication of the right of the delegates to do some of the selecting, they seem to be taking right ahold. The only man in the field who is likely to break in on this selection made by the men of the floor is Dr. L. J. Copin. The friends of Dr. J. A. Davis have begun to see that, while they should not fight Dr. Tyree, yet, if they really desire the success of Davis, they must say—"Davis." The long fight made by Dr. Welsh against Dr. Chappelle was defeated when the men of South Carolina came to see that they were being misguided into a course that would defeat one of their own sons. It was found that Dr. Chappelle was a true friend of Dr. Nichols, and only withheld his open support because the tricks of Dr. Welsh had rendered Dr. Nichols an impossibility. Many say that Dr. Welsh knew this all of the time, and was simply making Dr. Nichols his cat's-paw. South Carolina will stand by South Carolina, Florida will stand by her son, Georgia will stand by her heron, and all will look at the expressive eye of Bishop Grant, even in the very heat of the struggle. What does the eyes of Bishop Grant express? Watch closely, he won't talk, but watch and you can see what he wants, and you can depend upon it that what he wants is just what he thinks is best for the church. As I read his eye, he wants Moore and Bradwell and Chappelle. Bishop Salters is a puzzle, he looks at Chappelle and seems to say, he is my brother of South Carolina to whom I largely owe my election, but Davis is my friend, who has helped me to win my great success, then the good Bishop seems to go to pray for guidance. He may not decide until the vote is declared. Answers, as all know, sometimes comes slowly. Watch the eye of Dr. Smith, it glows with fondness when Davis comes around, when Chappelle comes, Dr. Smith's eyes don't change, but his lips become non-committal and begin to smile in a queer way. He will never say a word until after the Bishops are elected, but then he will talk fast enough. Possibly what he says will depend upon who has deserved the more. He is a just man. That should give the answer. G. C. Henderson, of Florida, one of the ablest laymen of the church, is sure to be seated. He was duly and lawfully elected. Bishop Gaines, will oppose his recognition on purely personal grounds. This is the chief fault of Bishop Gaines, he somehow can't lay aside the personal for the official, but he will learn a lesson in May. If it takes all of the month, when the men come to understand the situation, they will not allow the editor of the Florida Christian Recorder to be robbed of his rights. If he is thus robbed, the laymen might just as well pack up and go home. There will be no laymen who will not stand up for their colleague, unless it should happen to be Cox of Texas, and his friend, Professor Kealing. They could not muster as much following as Taylor, of Texas, would be able to overbalance. Bishop Gaines would act with wisdom were he not to force the issue, as it can have but one determination. The general conference would not unseat a duly elected man simply to gratify the personal spite of a Bishop. Editor G. C. Henderson is one of the most worthy laymen of our church. He has done and dared for his race as few have had the courage to do. He was lawfully elected. His only fault is that he may not indorse Dr. Tyree, and may not ask for the assignment of Bishop Gaines to Florida. This may not prove to be a fatal defect. It may turn out to be a very salutary grace. If G. C. Henderson goes down, Dr. Moore may go down with him. Just remember this. No one who is a friend, a true blue friend, of Dr. Moore will fail to stand by his friend, G. C. Henderson, on whose side is law and justice. If Bishop Gaines were simply Dr. Gaines, he would be justified in fighting G. C. Henderson, but being Bishop Gaines, he must put law above personal interests and justice above his fondness for Dr. Tyree. During his four years in the First District, Bishop Grant has won the steadfast esteem of all. He has never put personal sympathy before official duty, he has never subordinated duty to personal convenience. He treats everybody kindly and with consideration. He never expresses an opinion until he knows both sides of a story. He takes into consideration the pastor as well as the church. He makes few requests, but is never denied any support or course of action that he requests. He is a constant student, and always has new thoughts and new views of men and things to discuss with his preachers, and thus awakes thoughtfulness among them. He has never yet been accused of allowing personal feeling to even tincture any official act. Bishop Wayman is the only Bishop who has ever rivaled him as a visitor of the small churches. If the wishes of the people throughout the district, and of the vast majority of the preachers is given respect, Bishop Derrick will come home in May. It is known that there is wire-pullg upon the part of certain men to bring about a different result, but the action of the Episcopal Committee will no doubt be just, and the precedent of allowing the district from which a Bishop is elected to have him on either the first or second term will be followed. There may be one or two traitors in the district, but they will not succeed. We want the church to see, by the great work that he will do at home, that he did not seek and secure the election of a Bishop whom we do not love at home. We depend upon the just men, everywhere, to back up the absolute wish of the First District. The men of Georgia will ask that Georgia be made a district, and that Bishop Turner be given it. This also has precedents, notably in the instances of Bishops Payne and Ward. There are few things that could be asked in the behalf of Bishop Turner that would not be readily granted. It is somewhat doubtful about the election of a Bishop for Africa. How is he to be supported? Last year the salaries paid to missionaries was about $3,000, while, during two years, about $2,000 was paid to H. C. Astwood, as missionary to Cuba, although he spent only about two weeks in Cuba during all of that time. If a Bishop is to be elected for Africa, the manner of disbursing funds must be changed. Dr. Parks has done his part nobly in raising money, but he should be J. $1000 Reward. Gives the names of dead and living friends, tells who and when you will marry, also of business journeys, lawsuits, absent friends, health or anything you wish to know, no matter what it is. He can call up your spirit friends and show them to you. Can make them rap all around the room. He asks no questions, don't ask you to write names for him. Don't try to pump you in any way, but tells you right off. He is thoroughly indorsed by leading spiritualists everywhere, received from them a gold medal and special license to practice his wonderful powers; credentials no one else can show, can give thousands of references to both white and colored patrons. Twenty-five years' practice—seven in Brooklyn—will show you that he can do all he tells of. Can tell what business is best for you and where, how to win speedy marriage with the one you love. How to be successful in all your doings, in short, what is best to do. He succeeds when all others fall. Positive satisfaction or no pay. Call and see. You will find it lucky to consult this Christian gentleman. He has a medicine that will cure drunkenness, can be given patients not knowing it. Thousands through him are now RICH, HAPPY AND SUCCESSFUL with all their undertakings, while those who neglect his advice are still laboring against poverty. Through his perfect knowledge of chemistry he can impart to you a secret that will overcome your enemies and win you friends. His aid and advice has often been solicited; the result has always been the securing of speedy and happy marriages and all your wishes. In love affairs he never fails. He has the secret of winning the affections of the opposite sex. It is the curse of Spiritualism that in all large cities there is a class of men and women who claim powers they do not possess. They have neither gifts, credentials nor references. Surely the colored people are not so wanting in sense as to throw their time and money away on such. Dr. Shea refers to the Hon. Chas. Miller, capitalist, 2451 Atlantic avenue; the Hon. Wm. Denmore, architect and builder, 47 Cleveland avenue, and Mr. Fred Lampe, grocer, 641 Fulton street, Brooklyn. All have known him for the past ten years. He gives a free test of his power to all. The Doctor has practiced five years in New Orleans, St. Louis, Memphis and Lousville; understands thoroughly the diseases, spells or influences the race is directed to. He has now and always had a patronage from them. PLEASE READ FOLLOWING: Brooklyn, Aug. 15. This is to certify that I came to New York from Albany. I was a stranger in a strange city, out of work and out of money. I had no luck in anything I undertook. What to do I did not know. A friend advised me to go and see Dr. Shea. I did. He told me the cause of my troubles; he took me in and treated me as a brother. Through him I got a good position that very week. I had been to others; they took my money and did me no good. I bless the day I first met Dr. Shea. I would advise all in bad luck, sick or in trouble to go to him at once. Sinceerly, ALBERT AYRES. Plainfield, N. J. A SENSATION IN BROOKLYN-A MINISTER'S STATEMENT: I wish to state that one of my parishoners was sick and in trouble for a long time, Mrs. Brown, 37 Gay street. No one seemed to understand her case. She had several doctors, but none of them seemed to know what was the matter. None could do her any good. It was my duty as her pastor to call and see her. Hearing of the wonderful work being done by Dr. Shea the last few years, I thought I would call and see him myself. I found him a sympathetic gentleman. He gave me a wonderful test of his powers; told me to send him a lock of the patient's hair, which I did by her daughter. He told at once what was the matter and in a short time cured her sound and well. Her family had seemingly been under a cloud. Now all is changed. All are well and prosperous. I can truly and heartily recommend Dr. Shea to all those in sickness or distress of any kind. REV. WILIAM JOHNSON. Pastor Lebanon Church. Brooklyn. Pastor Lebanon Church, Brooklyn. Dr. Shea can show thousands such as he above. DR. SHEA. Has been carefully educated in the Homeopathic and Electric schools of medicine. His success is wonderful in curing paralysis, rneumatism, asthma, sore eyes, tumors, cancers, constipation, ague dyspepsia, tapeworms, liver complaints deafness, catarrh, dropsy, piles, nervous debility, heart diseases, consumption, disces of women and children, fits, kidney disease and all strange, mysterious diseases which others don't understand. All diseases, no matter what they be. Nothing but honorable treatment. He can and will honestly tell you if you can be cured. Has all new remedies and new success. Has an ample experience in public hospitals and private clinics. No trifling with human life. Call at once. Do not delay. Diplomas hang in parliars. Is a registered physician. A new remedy for rheumatism just discovered, not a liminet. Hopeless cases and those that others can not cure solicited to call. Fat folks thin, the childless made parents. All letters must contain $1.00, two stamps, age, lock of hair. Charges for medical treatment only. Closed Sundays. Mention this paper. 611 Fulton St., FROOKLYN, N. Y. A Cake of Mme. Turner's Complexion and Scalp Soap with every bottle of Medicated Hair Grower or Face Bleach. BEFORE AFTER These cuts were taken from one of my customers, whose hair was changed, as you see. We use no hot irons or pasting down with grease in this treatment, and the hair is then brushed with a fine coat. The contrary is made more beautiful by washing, and the straightening appears as if it were a curl. Send a piece of your hair and it will turn it as a greatest of all hair preparations. STATIC POMADE which will make the hair so glossy and as beautiful as Cheese so lasting, at 50 c per bottle. Great remedy for scalp diseases, only 25c. RED HAIR GROWER For Family Use. Medicated Hair Gr. 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Our Improved Medicated Hair Grower, or Baby Cleaner is an unexcelled article on the temple where the hair is oftimes very scant from the scalp. Persons whose hair is fading or 2. It will restore the color. Price 1.00 per bottle. CHICK Mme. Turner’s Mystic Face Bleach is the only bleach on the market that will positively tone hair. Blackheads, Freckles, 100 days. Wrinkles and Small-Pleats. Skin is made at least two shades fairer. It gives the which causes even the aged to appear youthful. alexplum Soap. EAIM is a household blessing. It refines the skin, cures pimples and all skin eruptions. For chapped Face and Hands it has no gentleman’s use after shaving, instantly curing all will heal cuts and sores. Price 75¢. Always Use. C. TURNER. MYSTIC TOILET CREAM is a household blessing. It refines the skin and helps with the absorption of oils. For chapped Face and Hands it is equal. It is a most elegant preparation for gentleman's use after shaving, instantly curling all hair. Mine. 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Charlie is well-known among the boys in Indianapolis, and can tell you a thing ortwo about the jumpers. see Bobby Dobbs, the well known colored middle weight, defeated Charhe Burns, of Cincinnati, O., before the Niles Ath- \etie Club of Youngstown, O. March 19 in 19 rounds by a left body blow and a right swing on the point of the jaw. eee John Hall, “the man with the dope” who attends to the wants of the thirsty, at Greathouse’s sample room is the best josted man on fightersin Indianapolis. He is a great admirer of “Kid” Roberson the clever light weight and says he will puta bet on the “Kid” any time. he starts, eee Jim Watts, who fought Paddy Pur. telland “Kid” Grim, at the Empire Theatre, Indianapolis, last year, will meet “Shine” Russell, at Alexandria, Ind., on the ist. Russell is a big fel- low and recently defeated ‘Punch’ Campbell, a hitter from the Hoosier capital. eee Joe Walcott, the Barbadoes wonder, fis back in New York from West Baden, ‘as black, chunky and saucy as ever. He will finish training at Sheepshead Bay for his coming fight with ‘Mysteriou: Billy” Smith, Smith made sucha poor showing against Young Mahoney a week ago that Waleott will be an overwhelm ing favorite. cee Manager Watkins, of the Indianapolis Club has announced his playing team— Heydon, Lynch and Moore, catchers Keelum, Dammann, Sanders, Gardner, Guess and Goar, pitchers; Kelly, first base; Stewart, second; Hickey, third Madison, short; Hartzel, left fielder, Seybold, center; Hogriever, right with Flynn utility infielder and Dobbs utili. ty ontfielder. ees ‘Three boxing contests were held at the rink in Logansport, Ind., March 21, ly the Ployd Athletic Association. The liveliest bout was between Perry Jones and George Floyd, middleweights. Jones was lighter, but more scientific aud strouger, and had Floyd badly dis trewsed at the end of the second round. Jones could have put his man out, but silowed him to stay the six rounds. ‘The police were present to keep the fight within bounds. San Francisco, Cal., March 15.—Jack Selmer was given the decision las night over Joe Butler, the colored heavy Weight, of Philadelphia, on a foul in the ®cond round of what was to have beer ‘twenty round contest. Butler fouled Stelzner in hitting him afver the gong snnded. Butler ontelassed Stelznei and knocked him down three times ix the two rounds. Before the men enter i the ring the directors of the National Cinb ordered the referee to declare al ‘ets of on aceount of rumors of crooked nae It is said that Taylor will not be al lowed to join The American Racing Cyclists Union now, and the life suspen “or placed on the colored wonder last Jetr will hold good. The riders hav ‘iso inserted a clanse in their role hich bars colored wheelmen from join ‘ag, just as does the League of Americar Wheelmen refuse them membership. Taylor has notified the riders that he Will go to Lonisville to place his case Hisinly before the union and ask for Tiustatement. It is said that Taylor is Willing to pay a very heavy fine, butin ssts that he should not. be kept from ridlus, ss itis the only means he has ot wets. living. A prominent member of the riders’ union wasin the city last THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. | The following is from the pen of | ‘Macon’ the well known sporting wri- ter Poor old Peter Jackson. who 10 year: ago was a marvel of physical perfection hhas, Ieee, sailed for Anstralia, where | he proposes to eke ont the remainder of his days as a teacher of boxing. One of jthe grandest fightars that ever lived, he couldn't stand prosperity: He was made much of by the swells of Califor- nia, and later ou by the toffs of London's lsmart set. He is still a young man, comparatively speaking and Jahon be ia the very prime of life. As it is ho, is a physical wreck and only fit to point toa moral which 1 am afraid will be in all probability almost entirely ignored. The funds to enable him to re- turn to his antipodean home have, | through the efforts of Bill Naughton, his former private secretary, beon raised among his old California friends. "I teel sorry for Jackson, He deserved «bot ter fate, He had ample warning but |despite ithe went “the pace that ills |and now when he should be rich and re- |spected as well as strong and pow- | erful in physique, he finds himself bank- |rupt in purse and health and an object ‘of pity. It is sad. eee At a recent meeting of the Jockey Club held in New York, the application for a license of the famous colored jockey. “Tiny” Williams was denied. ‘Williams was suspended last fall, and it looks as thongh his riding days are over. | Williams isa Western product of the Western Circuit having been originally developed by Dan Lamasney, the Missouri horseman, who won the St Lonis Inangural several years ago with Service. Williams also rode for E. S. Gardner, of Avondale Stable fame, and other Western owners. ‘Two years age |he went Bast to ride for J, E. Seagram, | the wealthy Canadian owner. William: | was a crack race rider as far back a: | 1892, the year he piloted R. A. Swigert’ Carlsbad to victory in the America: Derby at Washington Park, Chicago. With “Tiny” Williams and ‘Long Shot” Conley both on the ground, the | American tarf for the first time in year: jis without a colored rider of the first class. In the days of Isaac Murphy anc and “Pike” Barnes, the black knights 0 the pigskin were at the top of the heap Later on _ Ton Hamilton, “Soup’ Perkins and Wiliie Simms were. th crack Negro riders of the American turf. Simms and Perkins were the best coloreé jockeys since Isaac Murphy's day These two crack riders piloted the tw« contending horses in the National Derby of 1896, which was run at the Fait Grounds. "Perkins rode Prince Lief who beat Ben Brash, with Simms up by anose in one of the grandest race: ever run over theSt. Lonis track. THE MUDSLINGER, Gc eaney ea the power to also direct its ex- penditure. Who is responsible for the Astwood deal? Certainly mot Dr. Parks, who remonstrated all the time. Who should, hereafter, be responsible for such ithings? There is nothing that will claim the attention of the general conference that is as important as it is to deal wisely with the African opportunity. ‘The name of the Rev. Dr. J. M. Con- nor may loom up in this conneetion yery prominently before it is all over. Under certain conditions the choice would lay between Drs. Connor, J. a. Johnson and H. B. Parks, and under other conditions between Drs. C. T. Shaffer and J. A. Jones. ‘There ts pos- sible success under either policy, but the Policies differ radically. ‘Phere are men who would not fit America who would fit Africa, and there are men who would fit Africa that would not fit America. The Bishop of Africa, spending a part of each year in England, could command vast funds. All that any fit man needs to assure success is two years salary and expenses, and cre. dentials from the A. M. E. Chureh. The next two years, our only expense | would be to watch him and see to it [that he did not set up an independent chureh. This is why the man selected should be absolutely loyal to us. Those who know, already see the vast pos sibilities. ‘There is much talk about the fight ;made against Dr. Wade in the Re- ‘corder. Its object, no doubt,is to hin [der Dr. H. T. Johnson, although he does not know jt. I have been warned from many quarters that if I talk up for Dr. H HH. Johnson it will hurt me. That may be true, but right is right. Dr. H. T | Johnson thas been no friend of mine “he used the Recorder to advocate tha: I be lymehed and all of that. Person ‘ally I feel the act and resent it, bu | when I pose as a news writer, per sonal feelings cut no figure. Dr. John |son possesses many admirable quali | ties that are distinguishing traits of no other candidates. He also has | many defects possessed by none others, but when you sum up, the bal ‘ance is in his favor. I have promise God that I will be no party to the fate ‘that some design to bring to this man If Tam his competitor, it will be strictly on the issue of possible serv ice to the church and with me givins voice to all of his good qualities. My rivals who seek to misrepresent Dr Johnson will not have me as an ally I say this so that any who might vote for me on the grounds that I am one who joins with the foes of a worthy man Will be warned in time and taki their votes elsewhere. I am not de sirous of anything obtained by wrong @wenty-five years’ Ses ? ~~ = a eee ee) c 2 USSD A es 4 een) Nie PRY) Ao Wg = Se RNS NFA MAL PA) LTAM MLA 661 suffered for twenty-five years from heart trouble, and tried endless reme- dies without relief. I steadily grew worse and became unable to lie down; my heart would palpitate and flutter, and at times it seemed as though I could not get my breath, I used three bottles De "Wiles Heart Cure, and thank God I am enjoying good health as a result. It cured me. Mrs. Ella Schindhelm, Mt. Vernon, 10:39 DR. MILES’ is sold by all druggists on guarantee first bottle benefits or money back. Book on heart and nerves sent free. Dr. Miles Medical Company, Elkhart. Ind, Bottle of B, B. 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B. drains from the blood and ennre system the Humorsand Poisons which cause all the above-named troubles, and thus makes permanent cure and heals every sore, giving the rich glowof health to the skin. Everyone says that B. B. B. is tao! most wonderful Blood Purifier of the age. for it has cured the most deep seat- ed, obstinate cases (even the most dead- ly caneer)-after doctors and patent! medicines had failed. If any snfferer has not tried B, B. B. ‘we will be glad to send them a sample bottle absolutely free. Large bottles are sold at the drug store for $1, six large bottles, full treat- ment, $5. Full directions with each bottle. For free trial bottles enclose 5 cents stamps or coin, and address Blood Balm. Company, 51 Mitchell street, Atlanta, Ga., and bottle and medical book will be sent, all charges prepaid. Describe your tronble, and we will incInde free personal advice. Write to-day. doing. Defeat will not hurt me in either feelings or otherwise, but sue- cess purchased by any sort of wrong doing would turn out to be a curse. I don’t want it. The fellow whose promotion demands injustice to an- other will find me not a fit person to whom to tie. 1 will deal justly, speak the truth and do right, as I see it, if I don't get a thing. One thing I know, no man of the race has had better op- portunities to prepare himself to prac- tice medicine than have I. While I love the A. M. E. Church and the min- istry, I will be just and right, even if T have to get out. Lam for Dr. ©. 8. Smith, but under conditions such as existed in 1892 I would not be. He is just the kind of man that we need now. No thore fit man is in the church of the race. I will vote for him, work for him, and if he goes down, will still be with him. I say the same as to Dr. Moore. I am influenced solely by what I be- lieve is best for the church and the race. Iam for Dr. Bradwell because his election will give to the young men a confidence in the gratitude and jus- tice of the church that is now sadly lacking. None of these men may be elected, that makes no difference as to how I avill vote. I have strong inclinations as to ‘other men, but must see the exact line of right and duty first. J. M. HENDERSON, M. D., 323 Jamacia Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. Bi ACK SKIN REMOVER. SS — c 2 . Beet COPYRIGHTED. BEFORE, AFTER. A WONDERFUL FACE BLEAOH. ‘This preparation, if used as directed, wi! turn tbe skin ‘of 8'bleck ‘perton four, oF Bye shades whiter and tha of mmatattoes perfects Suite, “Any person using it ean seo. ie. 5 Sultin f'rty-sighthours, it does not turn the skin in spote but Heach: soak white, eis vere, oud Shing for tn yer ifallowed to get'n the eye wails wash He 'the face, One box ot this preperation is a0) that 4 required ifused as directed, the skin remain Tig be-utifur without continual use, and: 1 pestendy harmless: Will remove wrinkles, freckles, dark spots uaimples rom the face without bara Meekins ‘Direction and_prevaration will be. sent t ang adarene ‘on recep of 8.0.0. Deo Send money order, Packed! so! that ino ‘one Gan know contents except the receiver. THOMAS B, CRANE, 192 W. 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Joe Williams sends regards to Buddie Briscoe and other friends. Wallace King is with Harry Rickards' Variety company in Australia. Paul C. Floyd and Oscar Paul have signed with Washburn's Minstrels. Chas. S. Sager sends regards to all friends in and out of the profession. D. Ireland Thomas and Jos. A. McMurray are now playing dates in Florida. Miss Lagretta Henderson is singing with great success "I Don't Care if I Never Wake Up." Tom Logan is playing dates with Harry Rickards' vaudeville company through Australia. John W. Isham's Octoroons are booked for a return engagement at the Park Theatre, Indianapolis. Chas. H. Harrison sends regards to Allie Gillam, Bessie Gillam, Tina Mi zelle and other friends. Oliver Scott's Refined Negro Minstrels closed a very successful season at Zanesville, O, March 28. The Black Patti Troubadours are booked to appear at the Park Theatre, Indianapolis, April 30, and May 1-2. The Payne—Mamie and Susie, have signed with the Harrison Bros's Big Company, which opens its season April 20th. Miss Mattie McLemore, coon song singer and buck and wing dancer, with Georgia Up-to-Date, sends regards to friends. BeeBee, the rag-time comedian, and Miss Sallie Cottrell have joined hands and making good in a sketch entitled: "4-11-44." Chas. H. Williams of the New Orleans Minstrels sends regards to Napolean Black and all members of the Little Solo Theatre company. D. Ireland Thomas sends regards to Major Ben F. Payne, Prof. R. Nicolas, Sonny Hoskins, Ollie Shelton, the Marshalls and Sol Townsend. Miss Carrie B. Wood, the pleasing mezzo soprano, is making a decided hit singing "Stay in Your Own Back Yard" with Georgia Up to-Date. The Fairs—Joe and M. B., have signed with Mahara's Big Minstrel Carnival. They left Indianapolis Tuesday evening for Chicago where they will join the show. George Temple, the clever comedian, of the team of Temple & Williams, was married Monday evening March 26, to Miss Edmonia Johnson, a non-professional, at Indianapolis. Thomas Jefferson, jr, is still holding the fort at his father's saloon in St. Paul. He has won many friends with his new idea of fingering the piano. He sends regards to all friends. When in St. Paul give him a call. H. G. Brown, clarionetist and violinist, who was leader of the band and orchestra with Washburn's Double Minstrels for the past three seasons, has been on the sock list at Newburgh, N. Y., since June 20; and was compelled to cancel an engagement with the P. T. Wright Nashville Students on that account. He is now in good health and leading the Palatine orchestra of eight pieces and expect to go on the road next season. He sends regards to all friends in the business. Notes from A. G. Allen's New Orleans Minstrels—"We played Atlanta, Ga., Monday and Tuesday night to large crowds. The Queen (city Quartette joined us there. Harry Massengale, slide trombonist, has also joined the company. On the sock list—Miss M. Reeves, Frank Castro, Mr. Pittman and Mr. Cheatham. Mr. Allen has been with us for some time, and pronounces himself well pleased with the show. In regards to the largest business done by my minstrel show, white or colored. --- THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. through Texas, John H. Oakes, manager and treasurer of A. G. Allen's New Orleans Minstrels would like to state that his books will show that it was a very dangerous proposition, the one made by the gentleman in a past issue of The Freeman." Bohannan's "Fun on the Levee company are playing to good business through the northwest. The following is the roster: J. W. Bohannan, sole proprietor and manager; S. Prigmore, acting manager; Geo. W. Holbert, advance agent; Jas. A. Willis, musical director; Wm. Lyons, stage director; G. H. Johnson, master of properties; Ida Bohannan Dodd Lett, Jennie Twigg, Alice Ensine, Bessie Green, Onedia Porter, Burt Johnson, Mark Taylor, Sam Prigmore Jas. A. Willis, the "Black Herrmann." They all send regards to friends in and out of the profession. Notes from the Little Solo Theatre, Houston, Tex.—"This house is doing a fair business this week. Miss Stella Freeman has been engaged. Prof. Geo. Rhone's orchestra is the hit in this state. Little Cotton-eyed Joe, Napoleon Black and Miss Bettie Holmes have joined in a big act, and they are getting by in nice shape. This trio will play dates this summer. Ed Hall sends regards to Rusco & Holland's two big companies. Geo. Rhone sends regards to James Lacy, Bob Kemp, Harry Fidler and other friends in the profession. Holmes, Black and Williams are the headliners this week. Little Buddie Glenn is still alive and hitting 'em hard. Ernest Hogan and Black Carl have assumed the management of the big Afro-American minstrels which left New York City last season for an extended tour of Australia. "Flashes" an illustrated paper of Brisbane, Queensland, in its issue of Jan. 18, says: "Hogan's Negroes at the Theatre Royal are playing to about the biggest houses this theatre has known for many years. Genial little Mr. H. A. Howard, the press representative, favours us with a few particulars as to the status of the company, which at the conclusion of the Australian tour returns to America for a long run of the principal cities. Of the performers nothing but praise can be given. The prima donna, Miss Madah Hyer, is about the most cultured operatic star that it has ever been our lot to hear, and she is nightly bringing down the house. Carl Dante, the conjurer, is a marvel. Ernest Hogan is one of the best comedians we have ever seen, whilst the contortion act of little Siren, the dancing of the Kentucky Four and the Rag Time Opera are marvelous. We feel assured Mr. Hogan could play here for a month with success, his show is so good and novel, and so capably managed by the genial Carl Dante, who is about the busiest man in Brisbane today. The orchestra under Prof. Alexander is splendid, whilst the mid-day parade forms a big attraction. Taken altogether we can safely say that the show is one of the best that ever visited Brisbane." A well-known performer writes us the following: "Let some energetic performer of the black race take this in consideration and solicit views or writings from any performer as to the needs of a colored professional association when one great gathering can be had for one or two days expressing ideas and adopting beneficial resolutions. We have today in the professional field men of mark that would be glad to act as delegates, chairman, secretary etc., in such a gathering. "We are progressing too rapidly to ignore any such proceedings see the 'Elks' (whites) every year in some great gathering 'tis true that finance is the master in this one affair as they are composed of men of unlimited bank accounts but we need nothing so extravagant and we want some one big city viz—New York, Chicago, Indianapolis or any such city in radius of all professionals; said convention should be held during the month of August when the largest amount are at leisure; think of the good the different departments would derive by having one representative that would be capable to deliver first class ideas to a mass of dusky performers there are the musicians the contortionist, comedians, acrobats, actors, song writers and numerous departments to be represented. Read this and ask your professional brother his views; write yours to the leading Negro Journal; you may be the means of establishing a long felt want the colored professional association "Overture" "Gentlemen be seated." Prof. Chas. E. Cross sends the following from St. Louis, Mo.;—"In the near future I shall try to give the public my first study in opera, taking the subject from your paper: "Ethiopia." Regards to all friends in the profession. Prof. Jas. Chapman and myself are at the Morgan Club; we have a fine baritone singer, Mr. J. Dewitt Williams, he is simply grand; his voice is full of sweet melody; also Mr. W. L. Hussey, who is nightly entertaining the public. It is a pity that such talent has not yet let the world or a part of it know who they are. We had the honor of hearing the Blackstone Quartette; they were accompanied by Mr. Hayden, a St. Louis boy, who is a member of this well-known singing organization; of course we enjoyed their swell music. I was sorry also surprised to hear of the death of Messrs. Hughes and Jas. Hollis. I was musical director for A. G. Allen's New Orleans Minstrel first tour on the road, out of Chicago, and it afforded me much pleasure to play the introduction of 'T'd Like to Hear that Song Again,' which was one of Mr. Hollis' favorite selections. Many times have I smiled and felt proud of his ability. My first and only meeting of Mr. Hughes was during the last engagement in this city of "Darkest America" I sent my heartfelt sympathy to the widows and parents of each J.ED.GREEN Owing to the closing of the Oliver Scott Minstrels I am at liberty for minstrel or comedy company. Addres 171 21st Chicago; or The Freeman. For Paris Exposition Tour of the World Famed Comedians: WILLIAMS AND WALKER, departed. Regards to L. E. Gideon. James Crosby, John Rucker and wife. John Adams, Dan Washington and all friends. The Evening Observer, of Brisbane, Queensland, has the following to say in its issue of Jan. 13, of the O. M. McAdoo Minstrels—The one feeling of regret which pervaded the thoughts of those who left the Opera House last night after the first performance of Mr. Orpheus M'Adoo's Georgia Minstrels was that they did not live over in the United States, where shows like that were, presumably, the rule and not the exception, and their visits were not, like angels, remarkable for their rarity. Here in Australia the European imitation of a "nigger minstrel" performance is well known. In some of the capitals the variety entertainments is continuous from year's end to year's end, while even in Brisbane that class of the theatrical amusement is by far the commonest. But the best of them here lack the freshness and originality of the real thing that Mr. M'Adoo set before the large and enthusiastic audience last night. From beginning to end the evening was an enjoyable one, and though many of the jokes were not new, still the excellence of most of the turns compensated for all things, while the absolutely "new" way of conducting the first part has everything to recommend it. The company jumped into the great graces of their hearers as soon as the curtain rose, the overture, "The Honolulu Dance," by the full stage, being given with a dash and go which captivated senses dulled with a repetition of the dreary dullness of the usual thing. while the "southern" accents of the performers blended (if the phrase may be allowed) well with their quaint actions. After the overture Mr. H. Wise sang with all the necessary action, and with excellent effect, a descriptive ballad, "What you are to-day," in which he acquitted himself most creditably, there being an insistent demand for a repetition, which was good-natured, complied with. Later on in the programme he again used his tuneful baritone to good purpose. Third on the list was one of the successes of the evening —a "telephonic interrogation" entitled "Hello, My Baby," sung by Misses Jones, Ida May, Kate Milton, and Willis Ganze. The dainty little coon song on which the "interrogation" was grafted was responsible in a large measure for its success, but the clever dancing which followed the last verse quite decided the audience that they wanted more, and their mind in that direction being made up, they had it again. The two low comedians of the company—"Billy" M'Clain and C. W. Walker—had their hearers in fits of laughter throughout the evening, their reappearance on the stage after their turns in the first part being always the signal for fresh outbursts of mirth. Before the interval ballads were well rendered by Mdme. Cordelia, who sang "She was bred in Old Kentucky" most acceptably, her voice being remarkable in its evenness or tone; and by Messrs. Gerard Millar and Jones. The latter gave a tasteful rendering of "Because," the last chorus being taken by a quartette consisting of Messrs. Millar, Poole, Rooks, and Jones, in which a sotto voce part was given with really fine artistic feeling. The first part closed with a Cake Walk, in which four couples, led by Mr. C. W. Walker and Miss Ida May, competed for the favour of the audience. The Cake Walk is new in Brisbane, and must be seen to be appreciated. No amount of description could give any idea of its oddity or charm. But it caught on, the spectators quite entering into the spirit of the thing, and loudly announcing their choice at the termination. The second part opened with the farce which commonly ends the performance. A clever knock-about act by Jerry Miles was the chief thing to be noticed in it. The "Human Frog"—Ferry—is without J. H. The Amor Owing Scott M. strel or o 21st Chi a doubt one of the best, if not the very best, contortionist. Brisbane has ever seen. He has none of the turns and twists which merely disgust, all his actions being graceful, and the different evolutions are apparently so easily accomplished that it is a pleasure to watch him. A female impersonator—Willis Gauze—so deceived his hearers that he was allowed to go off the stage after his first song without any suspicion of his sex, and it was not until he dropped his voice to a deep bass in his second contribution that his identity was revealed. Miss Susie Anderson, who is described as the black Melba, showed herself the possessor of a sweet, true soprano in her two songs, "Blackberries" and "The Cows are in the Clover" (evidently an American variant on the old English ballad.) John Pamplin did some neat juggling and sleight of hand, while Mr. Collins wound up the specialities with "The Absent-minded Beggar," the spirited air eliciting a perfect shower of coins from all parts of the house. The programme was brought to an end with "Off to the Transvaal," a comic opera in one act, which served to introduce a new soprano—Miss Flora Batson, the possessor of a voice of a large range. It would be difficult to particularise all the good points of the performance—a far easier plan would be to enumerate the bad. The audience last night seemed never to have enough, each individual performer being applauded vigorously, and in most cases recalled for more. The hour was late when the curtain finally fell, but these who left either then or before should be hard to please if they had not enjoyed their evening immensely. Items of Interest Frankfort Ind, Special—Ernest Taylor has gone to Lebanon Ind. Richard Harper, of Kokomo is in the Gem city working. Miss Jennie Idle has been on the sick list. Mrs. Lewis is visiting friends in Anderson Ind. Mr. David Valentine, Miss Emma Harper, Mrs. Harper, Flora Harper are on the sick list. Miss Stella Valentine gave a luncheon to a number of her friends Sunday evening. The Busy Bee Bee club held a business meeting Tuesday evening. Rev. J. H. Johnson, who has been confined to his home with rheumatism is able to attend the luncheon home at Greenburg Ind. Mr. Jessie Mitch ell of Thortown was in the city Wednesday Mr. Edward Harper of Crawfoyville Ind. was in the city visiting his parents. LEW JOHNSON Would like to hear from any first-class colored organization. Have years of experience, reputation and capital. I will work for salary or tax stock. Address LEW JOHNSON, Grand Fork, B. C. Simpson, Pittman & Patrick HIGH-CLASS MUSICAL ARTISTS Richards, Pringle's Georgia Minstrels sea. or 99-1000. with Rusco & Holland's Big Minstrel Festival. Per. Address, The Freeman. WANTED-Colored Minstrels Gentlemen who are around minstrel people of experience—singers, dancers, comedians, monsters, and more—have a preference given to those who double in brass. State what instrument played, and what specialties you do. Also list values of experience, and what skills you have. Good dancers, and up-to-date cake walkers; must be good lookers and good formed. All dancers must have a season opens on or about May 15. Send Photos and state what you can and will do in first letter. Salary must be reasonable. Boozers or mashers must be on or about May 15. Send Photos and state what you can and will do in first letter. CHAS. DUVALL, Manager. Lock Box 15, Pittsburgh, Indiana Richards, Pringle-Rusco & Holland Big Minstrel Festival 55 People----3 Bands----Special Trains. The Largest Minstrel Show in the World. 45 People--2 Bands --Special Train. The 5 Wbirlwinds, Arabian Acrobats. Fifty People----Two Cars----Two Bands. Home Office of RUSCO & HOLLAND 346 Wabash Ave. Chicago Ill, care National Printing Co. The Leading Colored Theatrical Organization of the World . . . HEADED BY OB COLE AND BILLY JOHNSO SUPPORTED BY Mr. Lloyd G. Gibbs, Miss Edna Alexander, Mr. Walter Dixon, Miss Mollie Dill, Mr. Sam Cousins, 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, BOB COLE AND BILLY JOHNSON Mr. Lloyd G. Gibbs, Mr. Walter Dixon, Mr. Sam Cousins, Mr. Barrington Carter, Mr. Thomas Craig, Mr. Samuel King, Mr. Geo. Ledbetter, Mr. George Brown, Mr. Willis Accooe, MR. 84 A TRIP TO ED. E. LESTER, R.C. MADISON RIP TO COONT STER. Rep. Management of E SON OPERA H ED. E. LESTER. Rep. Management of ED. W. COOK. MADISON OPERA HOUSE, MADISON, SOUTH DAKOTA. E, Manager and Lessee. Now booking for Seating capacity, 800, Sosman and Landis new s 3,000. Good railroad accommodations and hotel connectionwith Sioux Falls, Pipestone, Aberdee LOUIE H. WILLIHITE, Manager and Lessee. Now booking for 1900-1901. Up-to-D Shows always wanted. Searing capacity, 800. Sosman & landis new scenery. Electricity Stage 2x550. Population 3,000. Good railroad accommodations and hotel accommodations. Oasis. Easy connection with Sioux Falls. Pipestone, Aberdeen, Watertown. Hurd and Mitchell. Fifth-Street Opera House, 906 5th Ave LYNCHBURG, VA. Of the Grand Fountain U. O. 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. All colored troupes visit the town are given a royal reception by colored citizens. Street cars from door to all parts of the city. W. S. WOODSON, CHIEF AND MANAGER COLORED PERFORMERS WANTED IMMEDIATELY. Can use nothing but professionals. Will forward tickets for the right people. Anyone writing must have a reputation or reference. Anyone misrepresenting themselves will be canceled and their baggage held for payment of their tickets. So amateurs beware. Our engagement runs from 8am to 5pm, the BUCHANAN CENTER, Fla., and the MASCOTTE THEATRE, at Tampa, Fla. NOTICE-All business must be transacted with PAT CHAPPEL, Tamps, CHAPPELL & DONALDSON, Sole Owners. HEADED BY Miss Willetta Duncan, Miss Nettie Glenn, Miss Albertina Martin, Miss Myrtle Couzzins, Miss Pearl LeVan, PRESENTING ARS Pe AEE Owes] ea We = I ieee OR or on AN Uae) a. Ug Se ——— aad fue co = ay 9 ie of the association’s members, an a ne av a those who are not members canno i ee SF id receive the benefit of the burean. ea Evidently, 265 is a lucky number, a hy. that was the number of guests in th ri an dy . Mononghehela Honse, Pittsburg, on the Nae Te. | day the house was to have closed. ‘The TR mY owner of the hotel decided it would b CN <a crnel to render 265 guests and 150 em nt ey ployees homeless, consequently, he wil SAG ¢} 2 allow the hotel to run one more year. Teh Also Dy Good! good!! good!!! \ : .) De Maj. 8. P. Gross, the well-known Ni (ook Me, ce who was in charge of the ZONE as entneky building at the Chicagc ae. World’s Fair, has secured concessions in ae the American building at the Paris Ex: EDITED BY position. Mr. Gross made a great repu- Ww cneecer caveat. Satin at tho World's Wale, ccreiar acon The Waiters’ Manual for sale by The Freeman—price $1.00, ‘Tom Clarke is the popular headwaiter at the Yates House, Syracuse, N. Y. Everybody knows Tom. ‘Mr. William Austin, second waiter at the Kimball House, Atlanta, Ga., has become member of the H. & 8. W.N. B.A. ‘The Freeman publishes all the news concerning head and __ sidewaiters throughout the United States. Sub- seribe at once. Mr. Otto Nixon, formerly of Indian- apolis, who is an artistic table decorator and party man, is now head party man at the Beckel, Dayton, O. Mr. S. A. Williams is che headwaiter at the Metropole, Detroit, Mich. The Metropole is an European plan hotel and employes colored waiters. ‘Mr, Charles Tammer, formerly head- waiter at Park Hotel, Williamsport, Pa., is now headwaiter at the Lochiel, Har- risburg, Pa. Mr. Tammer succeeds Jacob Compton. Mr. J, J. Miles, headwaiter at the Plankinton Hotel, Milwaukee, Wis., was elected delegate from the Fourth ward to the Republican city convention which was held in that city last week. Mr. Charles A. Johnston, formerly of the Logan, Altoona, Pa., and Matt ‘Weiss’ cafe, Pittsburg, is now headwait- er at the Bolton Hotel, Harrisburg, Pa. ‘Mr. Johnston is an energetic young man, good-looking and is not married. Wanrep.—A first-class colored chef and second cook for an aristocratic summer resort club in Ohio, situated on Lake Erie. None butstrictly first-class, sober persons need apply. Address W. Forrest Cozart, Hotel Beckel, Dayton, my ‘Mr. George J. Wilson, headwaiter at the Kirkwood Hotel, Des Moines, Ia., is said to be one of the finest looking head- ‘waiters ever seen ina dining-room. Mr. ‘Wilson has been at the Kirkwood tor four years and is highly esteemed by,his employer. He isjstate vice-president of the H. & 8. W. N.B. A. "The many friends of Mr.J. L. Thomas, Harrisburg’s leading colored undertaker, will be pleased to know that he is con- valescing after three weeks’ of severe illness. Mr. Thomas is ex-headwaiter ofthe Bolton hotel, and is now_ serving his second term in jthe {city council of Harrisburg. (OA headwaiter writes: ‘IsjW EF. Glov- er amember of the H. &S. W. N. B. AY” Weare sorry to say (on Mr. Glov- er’s account) he is not, Likea few other headwaiters, he has not as yet realized the powerful influence wielded by the H. &S. W.N.B.A. State Senator Ambler has introduced abill in the New York legislature, which requires that every person em- ploying waiters in hotels or restaurants shall provide seats for them that they may sit down during meal hour when they are not busy. The trials and trib. ulation of the headwaiter or headwait- reas will increase ten-fold under the above condition. Mr. J. B. Buford, third headwaiter at the Plankinton Hotel, Milwankee, Wis., was elected delegate to the Milwankee connty judicial convention, which was held in that city Inst week. The “Cream City” must be a successfal field for the solored politician. I have received letters from several headwaiters asking what it cost to be- come a member of the Head & Second ‘Waiters’ Association Employment Bu- reau, Now I will state that the Em- ployment Burean is run for the sole ben- THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. efit of the association’s members, and those who are not members cannot receive the benefit of the burean. | Evidently, 265 is a lucky number, as. that was the number of guests in the Mononghehela House, Pittsburg, on the day the house was to have closed. The owner of the hotel decided it would be cruel to render 265 guest and 150 em- ployees homeless, consequently, he will allow the hotel to run one more year. Good! good! good!!! Maj. 8. P. Gross, the well-known Kentuckian, who was in charge of the Kentucky building at the Chicago World's Fair, has secured concessions in the American building at the Paris Ex- position, Mr. Gross made a great repu- tation at the World's Fair, serving corn bread, chicken, "possum and sweet pota- toes, as it is cooked in Kentucky and Old Virginia by the characteristic color- ed cooks of that section, Maj. Gross will carry a fall corps of colored waiters and cooks to the Paris Exposition where he intends to tickle the palate of many thousand dating the influx of visitors. Maj. Gross has a special liking for jet black waiters whom he thinks are better representatives of the race. Mr. Morris Corpening of Ashville, N. C., who has been residing at Dayton, O., for the past year, is now at the Oliver, Sonth Bend, Ind. Mr, Corpen- ing is a first-class waiter and holds a guarantee from the Head and Second Waiters’ National Benefit Association. W. FORREST COZART. A GOOD THING. Some of the Late Claims Paid Colored Members of the American Mutual Aid Association. ‘The American Mutual Aid Association of this city has paid the following late claims in Indianapolis:—M. M, Meadows 719 West Eleveuth st., fell and skinned face, $8.58; Alfred Outland, 480 Yande- st., fell down steps, $7.15; W. H. John. son, 622 West North st., mashed foot, $15.70; Geo. H. Goins, 548 West 12th street, broken arm, $50.00; John Prince 1707 Alvord st., foot mashed $15.71; O. S. McGee. 1022 Senate avenue fell and hurt arm; three days, $3.00. O. 8. MoGee, 1022 Senate ave., injured finger, $7.00;@. St. Clair, 320 Musking ham street, struck with brass knucks, $5.75; Andrew Smith, 1019 N. Missouri street, injured foot, $6.85; John N. Beck sick list, $14.80; and Mary Hampton struck nail in foot, $1.00; Jno. M. Beck 2} days, strained limb, $3.55; Ellis Whit» arm broke, $35. Rufus Allison, Ander- son Ind., $5; J. R. Gaskin, 210 Roanoke street, $9.00 Mrs. F. ‘Taylor, 1419 N. Missouri street, $2.85; Rev. A. L. Mar- ‘ray, $24.29 Jno. Prince, back sprained ‘$12 15. Gabriel St. Clair, sick list $8.57 ‘Mrs. Mattie Ham, gun shot, $10.00. ‘Mrs. Grecia Mapp, on the sick list, ‘received $9. Mr. E. B, Hampton is the ‘agent in this city, at room 43 Baldwin Block, corner of Deleware and Market streets. WHAT! EASTER PROGRAM?. Once each year since March 1897 the Foreign Mission Board of the National Baptist Convention has arranged. a program and has called upon all Ne- gro Baptist churches, Sunday Schools ‘oung People’s Societies, and Wo- men's Missionary Societies to unite in aserviee in April to raise money forour workers in Africa. ‘These programmes haye been gladly received and last year brought us the sum of $800.00'This year we are praying and hoping for $3000.00 Our work has grown so rapidly, thanks be to God, that we urgently need your most generous support. In four years we have gathered around us 35 church- es, 14 day schools, 3 industrial schools 50 native workersand 2100 members in Africa.@ In Cuba we have a growing school and now comes a plea that we take under our protecting wing a struggling work in British Guiana, South America. As our workors toil they lift their eyes across the waters, expecting ourstipport. _Vedepend up- on you followers of our Missionary Sa- viour, Our programmes for (Haster) the third Stinday, in April are being prepared for mailing. Send for them. at once. Brethren, brethren, unite and help us to make it the grandest fi nancial day in our history. Let: every religious organization be heard from. L. G. JORDAN, No, 547 Third Street, LOUISVILLE, KY eal eae oa eta “We do things better than that ont here in good old “‘Indiany.” Our white dailies of Indianapolis have the vast and more infinential majorities to look after- but they keep a weather eye open to af fairs in which Negroes are concerned. 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Our papers on a whole must be considered fair, very fair,reconed on the scale Of good, fair, bad —Indianapolis, Freeman, ‘The conditionsin most cities in the East, were once such as ‘The Freeman’ declares them now to be in Indianapolis; and indeed they are still so to a large degree, in Boston and Philadelphia, In many of our Eastern cities, however, we have in the past ten years driven @ number of our best friends from us by reason of our own conduct. We know that idleness is to a great extent enforced upon the young men of our race by the constant denial of their right to earn their bread by the sweat of their brows in any but the most» menial capacities. We know also that there is an increasing disposition on the part of our young men to live py their wits— gulling silly women, gambling, policy writing, running for disreputable and unlawful business and sponging on their parents. Anything to ‘get by” is the cry. ‘This loafing class is always in evidence, lounging on the corners, sporting in the sunshine, elbowing its betters on the promenade and at places ot amusement, talking loud and guffaing on the street cars and making itself generally offensive on all occasions and everywhere. Decent colored people are everywhere made to suffer on their account, It is not fair but it is eo. : Good colored people in a proper way, must beas much in evidence as the other class. We must attend public movements that have for their cbject the betterment of the condition of the people in our respective communities, attend moral plays in as large number: as the “rifraff” attend the “can-can”’ or a prize fight, in fact be like respectable white people—seen if not heard at all pubiic places where dencency and cul- ture hold their sway. We realize how hard it is for a young colored man to amount to much who has an aptitude fora certain trade and is denied the right to follow his natural bent on account of the color of hisskin; but that is one of the difficulties we must hel him to overcome, and one that he mast overcome or bef ground beneath the upper and nether millstone. ‘‘Continual dropping wears away the stone,” and continual performance of humble duties will most certainly lead in the end te admission into the higher and mor remunerative employments. Let oui best men themselves make it a point te write of the commendable things done by the race and ask for space in the leading dailies. Few such communica: tions will reach the waste basket. If white men hunt up aud seek tc parade our weaknesses, let us parade the evidence of our strength —The Od¢ Fellows Journal Philadelphia, - SCOTT'S MAGIC HAIR STRAIGHTENER s% GROWER é on Ma oo Pa, ee avons sis syaahtEs EO, 5 Ste most" wonderfal hate preparation ty tas world, to make kinky, Marat stbora halt Restores color ad grow slate on bald Boots cad casce rice, 25 and. 90 cents, SOMET'S FACE BLEACH AND BEAUTIFIER, 25 cts. UTTLE HERO PILLS, bid Liver, Headaehe, Toss of Appetite, Dyspepsia, Kidney ‘Affection; {ie Complesion and For The Blocd. “Pelee (6 suaasiem Av all dg stores or peat Sen asted an ake 5 02 per month. Wate for instructions.” Enclose 2erstamp for reply 7.0. Box 870. SCOTT REMEDY CO., Louistilie, 4 ‘Wceabetnddistonal toe Gacdling wad pociage. + ul . Th EASTERN OREGON GOLD FIELDS A chance for the poor to invest and become wealthy. ‘Safety Deposit Gold Mining Co. (neorporatea)t | = AND .. Paymaster Consolidated Gold Mining Co, dnesrporatea) Offers a few shares of the second series of Treasury Stock over slight ad- ‘vance of former prices. Price of shares and prospectus mailed on application. This is a bon-a- fide offer; take hold of it. Addyess JAMES G. COLE & ALLEN P. WOOTEN, AcEN7s, Vancouver, Wash. ’ ' ' Ir Colley § Private Hospital ok . For tae Accommodation of all Colored People in need of Surgical or Medical attention is still doing business on strictly private basis Dr. Colley’s Systemic Regulator and Blood Purifier, $1.00 per bottle. Nerve Vigor Restored for $5.00. Send money with order, as no medicines are sent C. O. D. For information write DR E, DUVAL COLEY, EAT sad aLoob Punting a bone, 437 Pioneer St. Cincinnati,O { \ er CC i t epee I Doe (a Hl egestigm aon Wena Be Co at eels ce un pCi s a|0fi , Lesage Si Od LD JA Co cing St Be ; ae 1g bioul S4 5 Bae MOXWLLE COLLEGE, Claical lente. Literary. Agricultural, Sfeonaienl, Nose Heit inatgo Sant Cour gether itn elope and Meal Schl Ps See eee ee Beg eee eerie a eee ae ‘Term bexins last Monday im September. Send for catalogue vo President of Cuokeilis Ferm begins inet onda The Short Line for St. Lonis and the West. Leave Arrive at Arrive Indianapolis, Terre Haute, St. Louis No.1 TPA, | 9:55.aca, 5:00 Pm Nol 5, TB At, 9:10 At, 15 Po No.2i, 12:35pm, 20 P om, TE Pe Me NOM! Trew,” 9:05 ray es. Mt No. 3," Ex. Bun. 4:00 p. a, for Terre Haute. DAILY. No.5, daily 7:25 4. w. for Terre Haute and St No. 3 Ex. Sunday 4:00 p. x, for Terre Haute. *Sunday only. All trains carry first-class coaches, 42:3 Noon train has Dining Cars for St. Louis. No.3 Ex. Sunday 4:00 p. x. forTerre Haute, “Sunday only. All trains carry first-class conches. 12:85 Noon train has Dining Cars for St. Louis 11:20 Pat. train has local sleeping cars starting from Indianapolis for St. Louis and Evansville, open every night ats:30. “Alltrains enter. the Union Passonker Station at ‘Torre Haute and Louis. ‘Picket offices. No. 48 West Washington street and Unioa Station. W. W. RICHARDSON, D. P. A., INDIANAPOLIS, IND. FE. A. FORD, G. P. A. ~~ FOR—— Phadelphia, New York Baltimore, Washington, Pittsburg, Dayton, Columbus, YOUR AST TRAINS DAILY Leave indianapolis, J: M830. 2:90 va, ‘Through Sleeping and Dining Car Service. FOR CHICAGO and NORTHWEST ‘TWO PAST TRAINS DAILY. Leave Indianapolis, 11:35 a a, 11:55 Po Buitet Parlor Car on day. train and focal Sleeping Gar on night train. Open’ every night:00 for passengers. FOR . LOUISVILLE and SOUTR 1by Indianapotts 40 4 w BA 4 3010 wac7 10 7:10 Px train, daily except Sunday. | For tickets and sleeping car space call agents Now is West Washington street, Union Station or address W. W. RICHARDSON, D. P. A. E, A. FORD, G.P. A. BE, NOT DECEIVED a To The Colored People of America: RECOGNIZING THE FACT that there are many so-called hair growers and straighten now being offered an the market, and knowing to. certainty that most of thess are iraq a and simple. Wo wish to maken ttraight-forward statement totho colored people of asnch® through its best paper, THE INDIANAPOLIS FREEMAN, nthe year of I our present Secretary frough s fortunate circumstance acount Fooept for OZ om Hewas not offered for sale or pushed to any extent unt tas pits HWwas put upon the market, and met with marked suoseae A thorough test by te lenin Te ored people of that time, it was pronounced an honest, legitimate ae ‘True toall weclain. eaifor (band worthy inevery respect of the confidence and attention of ovary ster ie Colored race. "Because thoy found it to cause the hair toGHOW LONG AND Stwaidn(s te nd fine and as beautiful as au April morning. “Tt also cures all forms of itening. famine Scalp diseases, stops the hair from falling out, and causes @ new growth to grow On tha atts trend, "Now when aver a gentine article appaar on the tmarket; there arcalwarsalot or yuo who © capital 0 he merit. of other people's fein our tanks Wicesee stometus Scale! Naty evowors mad Als streighiceate tess Por’ Oe cee ee aaa Lam fi a a : (7 ae IGS WUG| sah 7 (SSsy, a, iy lL we» we x \\aa Ue \\Fa > \ | \ Wi BEFORE. Bie AFTER 3 ABlessings Humanity This is the only Treatment in the World that destroys the larg- est CANCER or TUMOR by a single application of medicine, and is the least Painful of all treat- ments. An application is made that penetrates at once the depths of the CANCER, destroying every Root, BRANCH and FIBER no mat- ter how deep they may go. A per- manent cure assured in from 2 to 5 weeks. Home Treatment sent to any part of the United States for $20.00 with full instractions anr when directions are followed close- iy a cure is sure to follow. Address for full particulars, THE M'CARTY CANCER CURE 121 N, Capitol Ave., Indianapolis, Ind. Switch made for Colored People. A) ‘This goods is the best of its ©) kind made. They are 22 in- fy ches long and a very short A stem and retall at $1.50 to $2. (ARUN sent to any address post paid WM) on receipt of $100 and your aaah money back if don’t suit you. ch i Creole Switches. (Wal) _ have a fine line of them 22 HWA inches long and a very short ih ANIA stom black and wavey, weighs bee Ryjgy one ounce each, sent post paid WN) on receipt of $1.50. or will RUVUIAN a pair of them for $2.90. Send 1 DN a sample of hair. iin ANY AGENTS WANTED. Xi i Hy? Agents are making big “hy =«omoney. Write to-day for bY = terms to agents, T.W. TAYLOR, 52 Larch St. LANSING MICH. - | a J seitien, |. a rN a BUSINESS MEDIUM. MRS. MARTH, the world zenowned and highly celebrated business and test MEDIUM, rofeaiy “everything: "No imposition, Gan be couwuliod on allafiata 0 Life, Huslneay Love thd’ Marriage a specialty. very mystery re- Fealed, also of absent, deceased and. living frends. ‘Removes ail troubles and eatrange: tacnls, challenges any Medium who oan exceed for ‘fa hor sstarting revelation of the rar Prsseuk and rltare vent Sonete e ter , she will not, for any price, datter you: yo maj rest assured ‘you wilt gain facto witieat Tousense. She can be constited om nil alait ‘Of Life, Love, Courtabipy Marriage, Friends Ste, with description of’ future cocipanion Sire! fe very accurate in describing. miming friends, cneinies, eto.” Her advice upon sit eam, change in business, Journeya, iawits, Contested Wille. divores ‘and npectltion te! able and Telisbler Bie ‘reads your Gestioy~ good or bad: ane withholds nothing. MRS, MATH tolle your entire ife—past prevent aud futargwin a DEAD THANOE, bt fie power of any two mediame you ever mek Intenta sho tele your mother's fill nate te fore marriage, tho names of ell your fomly, thelr ageo aud deseription, the nino and bus ‘ees of our foture husbaud, the naine of posh ext, if you aro to barvone, the ‘amo of tht youtig man who now enli ou yu, the amie of Jour future husband. and ‘the dey, month aad Peatof your marriags-how many chilren Joa v6 oF will have—whether you are married of single; whether your preseat.rwectheart. wil botruo to you anid i Me will marry you If yo Rage no sweetheart, aho will tell soa wien jou will have, and bia tame, busipeas and ave of Moquaintance. Alte YOUR FUTURE wil be fold fnvan honest, oiear, plain manner and ins ead trance. Motisers shonld know the evocest of thelr husbands end obildren, young iacies ould know ‘overzthing about heir ower Rearts or ended husbande. Do not keep company, marry or go into burizese until yet Know allo not Ie: aly religious sorapics pr vent your consulting. ‘Atadame is the only one in the world who x2 tell you the FULL NAMB of your fatare be Band, with oge and date of marriage, tells 508 whether the ene you love ta true or fale. ‘There are some persons who balieye that tere mo nth toh pained trom contig Mediums bat euch beliefs are contrary 10 froth, Te is only from te tuck of giscrimine Hon that ach @ oonelaston car be reacted. 12% not everyone who placards bimse or He ‘tolf'as'a Medfom that can stand a test of ist Boothe claims “And pervon of apy ¢x3i" ‘alnd may ask tho reavon why. li is 1i5- ‘DF that theas advisers Go-not take the trouble fo’ study hwuman nature. “They do not spexd thelr thoughts for amoment wit acquiring i? art of phrenology and. kindred branches ttt fill have a, tondenoy to make the pathirey, 0 The road of the business clear and devo. ot obstacles. ein th undeoiable fact that persons oll come for advice-in fall knowledge of isl they want ty Know, and yet, na goon ae Tey Sontronts Mediom they dry their utmost Geavor to diapel trom thelr minds what they fnow no as to hoar iit will be reearned by Be Medium. Mo et tho eearet out of person > “pumping,” ta mo few cases, is the wrt used 2 clang anprincioaled Mediurnn, but to take bold othe had sad gain control dhe ming here by, ie matter of impossibility to most of them. Avd'yet this oan be done, aad by cons! ing MRS 7SEANTH this seeming: mystery become Srenitzation. Thin enbject has received no tittle attention by eminent men and even college protest" 86 proven coneluival thet altnoueh hey sre jafringers in our midst with “oily tongs, Derhaps, the gates ot sriedom have not bea Slowed th the entire profession a Te takoa a great deal of etudy to become #2 accomplished Medium, and by, 0 gontiouo:t And untiring effort the Koy to he wll barently unfathomable mysteries bave hea Procneed by Mis. MAH for the ones! ot imanity.” By. letter, , ndvice $1.00. Hoar fromi0 aim. to p.m. "All letters mist 00 tain stamps for answers. MRS. M. B. MARTE 246 West Thirty-first NEW YORK CITY N.Y, Mention The Freeman. ; No Money in Advance! $1550 D ellal GRADE, BICYCLES IN Dee erTe ait LD Ee Ee Sin Cy? hy Fs oakwet” $48 DS $50 varie 50% cxersaf pi gaan ska hint ie cranes inn Ra aie mt Sap tapeoge Wetter forencal tg, inte cnalonee ee GASH BUYERS UND RACE CLEANINGS The colored Odd Fellows have more dividend of 5 per cent was declared, and lodges in Georgia than in any other the company is altogether healthy and prosperous." Hampton Institute, of Virginia has educated over 6000 Negroes, of which fully 1000 are school teachers. M. Anderson detected fire in a building in N. Y., and it was by his heroic efforts that six lives were saved. The race has one clerk, one pressman and two book binders in the Government Printing Office, Washington, D. C. Paul Laurence Dunbar, the famous Negro poet, is only 27 years old. He receives $100 a night for his engagements. Gen. Quintin Bonders, the colored Cuban revolutionist leader, has decided to accept an office under the American government of occupation in Cuba. A lecture bureau in Boston has offered B. T Washington $200 a night if he would place his services at their demand for a given number of nights. Mound Bayon, Miss., has a colored population of about 1.500, and some are very wealthy-one woman is estimated to be worth between $75,000 $100,000. Two hundred and fifty thousand dollars of Negro capital is to be put into a Mississippi cotton mill, whose stockholders and employees are to be Negroes. Harry Shepherd of Minnesota was appointed offical photographer for the Negro exhibit to be made at Paris. Mr. Shepherd is appointed at a salary of $4 a day, and will be paid for every picture taken. There are two banking institutions in Richmond, Va., namely conducted by the colored people,—the Savings Bank, G.F., U. O. T.R. of which Rev. W. L. Taylor is president and Mr. R. T. Hill, cashier, and the Nickel Savings Bank, of which Dr. R. F. Tancil is president and Mr. E. A. Washington cashier. The colored people of Richmond pay taxes on $650,000 worth of property. A neighborhood house for colored people was opened on March 5, at 879 Rhode Island street in Indianapolis, Ind. The use of the house has been donated by Frank W. Flanner a prominent white undertaker for an indefinite period, and it has been decided to call it the Flanner guild. The house has been made very attractive, and it is expected that it will be very popular.—Indianapolis Recorder. There is a Negro in the city of Albany, N. Y., who claims the proud distinction of being eligible to the society of the Revolution. He is Prof. Charles M. Van Buren, a man with an established reputation as a musician, elocutionist and gentleman, and one who is known beyond the city of his residence. Prof. Van Buren's ancestry is an illustrious one for a colored man. W. H. Ellis, colored, is president of the Westchester waterworks Company of New York. He controls the company which is capitalized at $5,500,000. He has a large number of clerks in his office, a number of whom are young white women, his chief clerk being the daughter of an ex-confederate general. He controls $3,500,000 of the stock of the company, with offices in the Drexel building New York city. At the nominating primary he'd at Columbus, Ind., March 21, the Republicans of German township selected Clayton Barnes, colored, for constable, by a large majority, over German Breeden. Lou Smith and John Harris, all of whom are white. Smith is an ex-Union soldier. The affair has created a sensation and much ugly talk. The party in the township is badly divided, as a result. There are but five colored voters in the township. It is said that the Alabama Penny Savings and Loan Company, which was organized in the latter part of 1890 by enterprising colored men of that city, is now in a most flourishing condition. When the company began business it had a capital stock of $25,000. Now it has $60,567.38 on deposit. It owns the building in which it does business and has deeds on thirty-four lots, seventeen of which have been improved and bring in a revenue of nearly two thousand dollars a year. For the year 1899, a THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. Social Items. Meridian, Miss., Special.—Mrs. Clara Rogers, who has been quite sick at her home in the east end, is better. * * A rumor was afloat on Sunday evening, March 11, that a great disturbance was in progress at a very prominent Baptist church. The reporter did not make much inquiry about the affair. We hope and trust to God that this affair will not happen in Meridian. The reporter is not used to writing up church disturbances. * * Meridian has had a great many fires in the last thirty days. A great deal of property has been consumed and damaged. * * Mrs. Clara Grace, who has been quite sick for some time, died on the 6th. She was buried at the Masonic cemetery on the 7th. Rev. J. C. Houston officiated. * * We were glad to shake the hand of our old friend, S. G. Hobson, who has been living in Arkansas, on the 10th. He looks the picture of health. * * Miss Virginia Ramsey, who has been from the city for some time, has returned looking well. * * Rev. C. L. Harris, who has been visiting his children and his many friends the past week, returned to Mobile, Ala., on the 10th. Come again. * * Dr. J. H. Miller, who has been sick for several weeks, is able to be up and attending his regular calls. We are glad to see him out again. * * Rev. J. C. Houston commenced a war on the devil at St. Paul's M. E. Church on the 4th. We hope he will cripple the old man. In Meridian he is very strong. * * Rev. L. S. Lee preached two able sermons at New Hope Baptist church on Sunday, March 11, at 3 and 7 p. m., to large congregations. Rev. Lee is a power in the pulpit. * * Prof. O. C. Garrett went out to Collinsville on the 10th. * * Mr. and Mrs. Walter Moore lost their little girl, aged about three years, on the 10th. We extend condolence to the grief-stricken family in their sad bereavement. * * Mrs. Nancy Cheatam is still very sick at her home on Fourteenth street. Rev. J. T. Flinn went up the M. and O. on the 10th to fill his appointment on Sunday. * * Rev. M. S. Jones preached an able sermon at the Congregational church Sunday, March 11, at 11:30 a. m., to a large congregation. * * The Baptist young People's Union is meeting regularly at New Hope Baptist Church every Sunday evening at 6:30. Miss Mahala Chalk is the able president, Miss S. A. Davis secretary. We wish the Union success. * * Miss Mamie Rivers, who has been teaching school down the N. O. and N. E. Road, returned to the city on the 11th looking well. * * Fayette King, a well-konwn colored man, died at his home, northeast of the city, on March 9. His funeral was largely attended at New Hope Baptist Church on Saturday evening, March 10 at 3 p. m., of which he was an non-nored member. Quite a large congregation was present to pay the last tribute of respect to the deceased. He was a loving husband, a good father and a noble citizen. Rev. L. S. Lee officiated. He was buried at the Masonic cemetery under the auspices of the National Union and Phoenix Fire Company No. 2. His reputation was as good as any colored man in Meridian. King is not dead. He is only sleeping. He was about forty years of age. Peace to his ashes. CAUTION TO OUR READERS! In buying the remedy "To Cure a Cold in One Day," LAXATIVE BROMO-QUNINE TABLETS be sure the signature of the inventor appears on each package. Many worthless imitations are put up under similar names and are calcu- lated. TAKEN FROM LIFE. This wonderful hair pomade is the only safe preparation in the world that makes kinky hair grow. It is the only pomade that prevents the hair from falling out and makes it grow. Sold over 40 years and used by thousands. Warranted for over 40 years and used by thousands. Warranted was the first preparation on request, straightening kinky hair. Beware of irritation. It is the genuine never fails to keep the hair pliable and the texture of the hair gentleman. Elegantly perfumed. The great advantage of this wonderful pomade is that by its gentleness it keeps the Owing to its superior and lasting quality it is the perfect pomade for a gentleman to produce a preparation equal to it. Full directions with every bottle. On the back of the bottle. Sold by the manufacturer. Foil or Money Order for S bottles, express paid. Write your name and address plainly to OZONIZED OX MARROW CO., 76 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Ill. BURN-O-LINE... Burn-o-line is the only guaranteed remedy on the market that will absolutely cure Hot-water Burns, Grease Burns, Scalds, Old Sores of long-standing, the most obstinate cases of Salt Rheum, Tetter, Ring Worm, Poison from Poison Ivy, any and all surface Skin troubles. Can be used as a poultice instead of Flax seed or Bread and Milk. Best Medicine in the world for Boils and Carbuncles. Never fails. A FEW OF OUR FRIENDS. Burn-o-line Chemical Co. Gentlemen: Have used your Burn-o-line with good results. I was severely burned around the face and hands sometime ago with gas. I applied Burn-o-line and it gave me relief at once, aking away the heat almost the instant applied. I heartily recommend it MILES WARREN, Engineer Park Theatre. Burn-o-line Chemical Co. Indianapolis, Indiana—Gentlemen: On the 17th of this month, while at blowing glass at the Modes Turner Glass Factory in this city, by an accident with a pipe holding a gather of glass, it was badly burned on the shoulder. I applied Burn-o-line with good results, stopping the burning instantly. I can recommend it. Respectfully CHARLES BOWEN, Blower Modes Turner Glass Co. Mr. J. A. Burke, 1012 Senate ave., N. Indianapolis, railway mail clerk on the Pittsburg-St. Louis run, Pennsylvania R. R., says Burn-o-line is the best remedy in the world for Poison from Poison Ivy. It cured him in three or four applications. Burn-o-line Chemical Co. Indianapolis, Indiana—Gentlemen: About one year ago a small pimple appeared on the right hip of my wife with a number of burning sores accrued there. I was under the care of physician for six or eight months, but the sore was instead of better. Burn-o-line was recommended by the druggist. I had a wife to use it. In one month the sores had entirely healed, and it has been three months since she has quit using Burn-o-line. I cheerfully commend it. James O'REAR. We have hundreds of such testimonials from parties afflicted with chronic skin trouble. Full particulars cheerfully given in regard to the treatment of any skin trouble by enclosing two-cent stamp and addressing. BURN-O-LINE CHEMICAL CO., P Price 25 Cent per Box INDIANAPOLIS, IND A. H. San Diego, Cal., Feb. 3, 1900. Dear Doctor: On or about the 15th of Jan. I ordered three bottles of your blood cure, I promised to give it a fair trial. It seemed to not agree with me after had taken the first two or three doses. I had taken the second one. Then I was taking your treatment. I could not walk more than two blocks before I had to stop and rest before I could proceed further. Now I have not used up one bottle of your treatment and can walk one mile and not feel tired. My kidney and liver troubles are passing away. I sleep better than I have for sixteen years. Since I have been taking your treatment, I have not stomach, back and chest. I have thus far received benefit from the use of your Blood and Nerve Tonic. I am respectfully your patient and obedient servant. Union City, Tonn, June, 20, 98—Dr. Sadie F. Porter; I have used your medicine and find it to be as you have advertised it. I only used your hair preparation twice and my hair began to grow and stopped falling out. My hair is now growing beautifully. I began using your preparation tried to keep it growing and proved successful but your Magic Hair Grower. I will also accept an agency for your medicine. I have had several calls for your medicine and have recommended it to my sister, at Fort Smith, Ark. She will also send for some of the remedies. Yorus for success. PEARLIE F. LONG. Prescott, Ark., Sept., 30, 1899—Dr. Sadie F. Porter, 943 Cedar Blvd., Deer Dear Doctor: I beg leave to say that about fifteen days ago you me for neuralgia at your office, and I have not felt a symptom of it since. Your medicines seem to bring instant relief. I have had treatments before, but nothing to compare with yours. You have had a lot of pain and me one dose of that Magic Blood and Nerve Tonic, and the pain disappeared. I don't think that any one should hesitate in purchasing your medicines, for they are what they are recommended. Respectfully Prices, Blood Tonic.....$1.00 " 6 Bottles.....5.00 Liminent.....50 Lung Balm.....$1.00 Hair Grower.....$0cts Mustache Grower.....$0cts Hair Oil.....$2cts Woold, Oil Skin.....$2cts Mexican Indian Soap Cake.....$10cts Agents wanted. For further particulars address, Dr. Sadie F. Porter, 944 Cedar street, Nashville, Tenn. Ffty dollars reward for any person claiming to sell my remedies with out proper credentials and signed by me, When writing for information please send stamps. Dr. Sadie F. PORTER, 904 Cedar street, Nashville The Freeman $1.50 The Dixie Fliver. For quick service and close connections for all points in the Southeast see that your local ticket agents route you via the Nashville, Chattanooga & St. Louis Railway when going to Tennessee, Alabama, North and South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. For all information, 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. L. S. STOCKMAN, No. 501 N III. St. INDIANAPOLIS, IND.. Dealer in Drugs, Medicines, Chemicals, Fine Tolet Soaps, Brushes, Combs, Etc. PERFUMERY AND FANCY TOILET ARTICLES IN GREAT VARIETY. Physicians' Perscriptions Accurately Compounded. KUHN BROS. Wholesale and Retail MEATS Dealersin --And Jobbers of-- Pork, Beef, Smoked Meats and Lard. Telephones 860. 407 W. Michigan S Stalls: 25 and 26 E. Market House. Stall 72, South Market House. BURN-O- Burn-o-line is the only guaranteedly cure Hot-water Burns, Grease Burns, most obstinate cases of Salt Rheum. Tet any and all surface Skin troubles. Can or Bread and Milk. Best Medicine in the fails. Burn-o-line Chemical Co. Gentlemen: Have used your Burn-o-line, the face and hands sometime ago with gas. I am aking away the heat almost the instant appli Burn-o-line Chemical Co. Indianapolis, Indiana.—Gentlemen: On t the Atodes Turner Glass Factory in this city, glass. I was badly burned on the shoulder. I am burning instantly. I can recommend it. Resp Mr. J. A. Burke, 1012 Senate-ave. N. India Louis run, Pennsylvania R. R., says Burn-o-line Poison ivy. It cured him in three or four appl Indianapolis Indiana.-Gentlemen: Abo right limb of my wife, which spread and a num- under the care of physician for six or eight mo- Burn-o-line was recommended by the druggist. had entirely healed, and it has been three mont- fully recommend it. We have hundreds of such testimonials. Full particulars cheerfully given in regard to the two-cent stamp and addressing. BURN-O-LINE Price[25 Cents]per Box. VICK'S Big Seed Bargain bargain for vegetable growers and flower lovers—people with small gardens—that was ever offered by a first-class, reliable house. It is not made for profit, but to interest seed sowers in VICK'S SEEDS—to lay the foundation of a trade that will continue from year to year. The name of the collection is VICK'S HOME GARDEN. Experts of long experience have given months of careful study to concentrate in it the best seeds to make a fine vegetable garden for an ordinary family and furnish a beautiful display of flowers. Look at the long list of varieties—25 choice vegetables, 11 flowers—comprising the collection. Compare it with what you ordinarily pay for the seeds; remember the reputation of the house offering it, and we believe you will agree with us that All packets are full size. Seeds selected from the best stock. Collection put up in handsome, attractive style. Full directions in each box how to grow the seeds best, where to grow them, when to grow them. We guarantee it will please you—if it doesn't, don't hesitate to send the collection back. We'll refund the money. NELSONS STRAIGHTINE TRADITIONAL THE EATEST DISCOVERY FOR MAKING KNOTTY, KINKY, CURLY HAIR STRAIGHT BEFORE AFTER STRAIGHTINE is no experiment, but a thorny可靠 preparation. It has been successfully used by thousands in all porcelain letters speaking in the highest terms of its merit, and every mail brings us fresh testimonials. Straightine is a highly perfumed balm that bathes Dandruff, keeps the Hair Fair, balances Dandruff, keeps the Hair Falling Out, cures Iches, Irritating Scar Diseases, giving a rich, long and luxurious feeling. Straightine is an absolutely perfect harmless. Price, 25 Cents a can at all drug stores, or sent by mail to any address on receipt of 30 Cents in stamps or by mail to the Richmond, Va. #2-Big/Honey for Agents: Write for Terms. SANTAL-MIDY In 48 hours Genorrhea, and discharges from the urinary or cans, arrested by Santa MIDY Court, and sent to the hospital. Price $1.0 of ALL Drugs, or P.O. Box 2081, New York. The Gem Laundry Don't forget us, we are still doing business at 235 and 237 Indiana Ave. The largest and best Laundry in the city. THE GEM LAUNDRY. Phone 1671 THE SOUTHERN HOTEL First-class accommodations. Meals at all Hours. Private. Dining-rooms. Every- day. Also fine Groceries and Provisions a 123 Lombardia CYLDE, Proprietor. PHILADELPHIA, PA What is Burn-o-line need remedy on the market that will absolute- rns, Scalsd, Old Sores of long-standing, the Tetter, Ring Worm, Poison from Poison Ivy. Can be used as a poulence instead of Flax seed in the world for Boils and Carbuncles. Never OF OUR FRIENDS. Indianapolis, Ind., Feb. 3, 1899 line with good results. I was severely burned around I applied Burn-o-line and it gave me relief at once. I heartily recommend it MILES WARREN, Engineer Park Theatre. Clecro, Ind., Oct. 11, 1888 On the 7th of this month, while at work blowing glass city, by an accident with a pipe holding a gather of Burn-o-line with good results, stopping the respectfully CHARLES BOWEN, Blower Modes Turner Glass Co. Indianapolis, railway mail clerk on the Pittsburg-St. line is the best remedy in the world for Poison from applications. Cicero, Ind. November 20, 1898 About one year ago a small pimple appeared on the numbing sores acacia treatment. She was months, but seemed to get worse instead of better. gist. I had my wife to use it. In one month the sores months since she has quit using Burn-o-line. Icheer als from parties afflicted with chronic skin trouble to the treatment of any skin trouble by enclosing ECHEMICAL CO., INDIANAPOLIS, IND By the never failing merit and efficacy of "5 DROPS," many diseases have been robbed of their terror, and the grave of many of its victims. Through the prompt and decisive action of "5 DROPS," thousands have been snatched from the jaws of death and restored to health, happiness and friends. Many a person has been told by the attending physician that they were beyond the reach of medical science. Yet today, they live and are a walking advertisement for this remedy, and are likely to reach a patient with a serious illness. Many patients positively true. We make no exaggerated statements in behalf of this remedy; we hold out no false promises to the sick and afflicted. But we say to all of them, it does not matter how many doctors have treated you, how many remedies you have tried, how long you have suffered, if you have any of the following diseases, you can positively be cured by the use of "5 DROPS," for it never fails: "RHEUMATISM, NEURALGIA, SCIATICA, BACKACHE, ASTHMA, HAY-FEVER, CARTHRH, TOOTHREATH, HEADACHES, HEART WEAKNESS, EARACHE, CROPUE, MALARIA, DROPSY, CREEPING NUMBNESS, BRONCHITIS, LA GRIIPPE, and kindred diseases. So proof positive are the effectiveness and highly curative properties of "5 DROPS," backed up by the many thousands of testimonials received from grateful persons from every part of the country, that we are fully warranted in saying "5 DROPS" is daily curing more people than all the remedies on the market combined, and in cases of Rheumatism, it is curing more than all the doctors combined for they cannot cure Rheumatism; it is doing and does cure it, regardless of how severe, how difficult, how hard, how earth, how cheap, for a dollar bottle contains 300 doses. Price per bottle, $1.00, prepaid by mail or express, or six bottles for $5.00. Sample bottles, 25c., but for the next thirty (30) days will send sample bottle for 10c. 5 Drops is the name and the dose. Agents wanted. SWANSON "RHEUMATIC CURE COMPANY, 160-164 E. Lake Street, Chicago, IL." High-Grade Watches Free for Examination and Approval Makers' absolute guaranty; 19k case 20 years; 14k, 25 years; movements; 7 jewel, 10 years; 15 jewel, 20 years. If you want to save express charges and postage we will allow you 3 per cent, discount from the Price. All standard makes of watches, DIAMONDS, perfect line of finest stones in rings, studs, ear-screws, & c. JEWELRY at wholesale prices; BICYCLES, "The Encoil 1500 Model," the wheel that held the trust, Ladies and Gent's, fully warranted, CORROLLA SEWING MACHINES, Fine Linens, & c. JEWELRY at wholesale prices; MACKINETS, Fine Linens, & c. CURATALOGUE No. 14 brings the factory products to your door at wholesale prices. Mailed FREE on request. All inquiries cheerfully and promptly answered. E. FENCEL & COMPANY, 330 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS. A I wish to add my testimony as to the virtue of Ripans Tables. Have tried them, and know where I speak. I am fifty-five years old, and am at present and have been for past fifteen years a justice of the Peace in and for the County of Luzerne, State of Pennsylvania. I served nearly four years in a Pennsylvania regiment in the Civil War, ten months of which was spent in a Southern military prison, in which (as well known) the bill of fare was not high, but rough, which deranged my stomach and bowels to such an extent that I have been a continuous sufferer from indigestion and constipation since 1865. Have gone through the catalogue of remedies and treatments laid down by medical practitioners and patient medicines for the same, with only temporary relief. In November, 1896, my wife had a severe bilious attack, after which she had stomach trouble, from which our family physician was unable to relieve her. I noticed ad of Ripans Tables and bought a box. She said the effect was magical. In fact, one box of thirty-six Tables cured her, and she said she feels better than she has at any time for five years. I procured a second box and gave them a trial, and was both pleased and surprised to find I could eat the most hearty food without inconvenience, which I had not been able to do for thirty years. A new style pack containing TEN RIPANS TABLES in a paper carton (without glue) is now for sale at some druggists for five cents. This low-priced sort is intended for the poor and the economical. One dozen of the five-cent cartons (12 tabules) can be had by mail or made from cartons (TEN RIPANS TABLES) will be sent for five cents. Ripans may also be had at grocers, general storekers, news agents and at liquor barbers and barbers. 5 DROPS 14KW 100 YEARS OLD WESTMINSTER WATCH CO. 8 YOUR DUTY to YOUR LOCAL STORE Is to patronize it for everything that can and does provide as cheaply as we. After That Look Here--- For what you want that your local merchant cannot or will not supply. We are Indiana's greatest distributors of dry goods by right of merit. We have more than others, sell more and sell cheaply. Samples of anything, anywhere, anytime. L S.AYRES&Co INDIANAPOLIS, IND. ..CITY NOTES... Smoke Pro Bono. Pro Bono cigar. Pro Bono after meals. [ The Propagandist club will give their first annual Easter ball Tuesday night April 10. Always smoke Pro Bono. The best 5 cent cigar. Mrs. E. A. White is visiting her husband in Connersville, Ind. Dr. D. A. Graham of Payne Theological Seminary, Wilberforce, O., was in the city this week. Rev. Charles Jones was in the city a few days enroute to his new charge at Evansville, Ind. The Laboring Mens Association will give an entertainment at the 9th Presbyterian church April 12. □ Mrs. Chas. H. Stewart of 1030 Fayette street is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Mason of Connersville, Ind. Mr. Wm Dawson after an absence of two years returned to the city last week from Pittsburg, Pa. Dr. B. J. Morgan was elected a delegate to the M. E. Conference which meets in Chicago next May. Messrs. Samuel Thorne and Henry Scott have gone to Tacoma Washington where they expect to reside. "The Original Ozonized" "Ox Marrow for sale at Lewis C. Hayes drug store, 502 Indiana avenue." Miss Martha La Rue, of Jeffersonville, Ind., is visiting her sister Mrs. Susie Gentry of 727 W. Eleventh street. Don't fail to attend the Monday night dancing class for a good time. Good alway observed Harry Dunnington and Ed Lewis. Mrs. Mattie A. Sissle has been granted a leave of absence from the Indianapolis Public Schools for an indefinite period beginning April 1, 1900. Mrs. Sissle has taught ten years with great credit to her New York Store (Established 1853) Sole Agents BUTTERICK PATTERNS Ladies' Spring Jockets $10.00 The most stylish, nobby jackets in the city. They come in short and medium length, in tan, castor, golf red and black lined with excellent quality of taffeta sizes 32 to 46 Exclusive Jacket Novelty made in delicate shades of tan, gray, castor and black ..... $12.50 to $35.00 we should be pleased to have you call and inspect them. —Second Floor. Pettis Dryoods Co. THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. race and the community. As a primary teacher she holds rank among the best in the city. The first annual Anniversary Easter ball under the auspices of the Propagandist club will be given Tuesday night April 10. Harry Dunnington and Alex Nichols have opened a first class cigar store and shining parlor for ladies and gentleman at 520, Indiana-Ave. Mrs. Edward Carter age 73 years died Sunday at her home 1422 N. Capitol avenue. The funeral was held Wednesday from the residence. Miss Bettie Bradshaw returned last Saturday from Paris, Ky., where she was attending the funeral of her father-in-law Peter Lewis. A. A. Buckner the well known cigar dealer in Indiana avenue, left Wednesday for Atlanta, Ga., where he goes on business. He will return today. LOST—Turquois and pearl brest pin on Pennsylvania street between 14 and 15 street. Return to Mrs. J. W. Beck 1720 N. Penn., street. Reward. Mr. Clarence W. Stewart and Miss Elizabeth Caldwell were united in marriage last Monday evening at the residence of the bride's parents in N. West street. They were the recipients of many valuable and useful presents. Rev. C. W. Newton officiated. You can dress your hair in the latest fashionable style easily and safely with the Original Ozonized Ox Marrow (copyrighted) as it is perfectly harmless and never fails to make kinky hair straight, pliable and beautiful. Imitations won't do it. Be sure you get the genuine. 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. TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. All druggists refund the money if it fails to cure. E. W. Grove's signature is on each box. 25 cents. Ninth Presbyterian Church Notes. Grand rally to-morrow. Rev. C. W. Newton pastor Bethel A. M. E. church will preach at 2:30 p. m. The Laboring Mens Association will turn out in a body to assist the church. Mrs. Roxey Bell, Miss Myrtle Hart and Mr. Tasch will assist the choir in rendering special music. All pastors, their congregations and the public are solicited to attend and assist this poor and unfortunate church in raising $100 to-morrow. Rev. Sissle Promoted. Rev. Geo. A. Sissle who has so successfully pasted the congregation of Simpson Chapel M. E. church for three consecutive years, has been appointed by Bishop Merrill to succeed Rev. E. L. Gilliam as Presiding Elder of the Indiana District. Three years ago Rev. Sissle closed a term of six years as Presiding Elder of the Louisville District. His promotion to the honorable position of Presiding Elder is highly appreciated by all of the members and friends of Simpson Chapel. "THE NEGRO." Chas. S. Sager's Beautiful Play Will Soon be Presented Here. Arrangements have nearly been completed for the staging of Mr. Chas. 8. Sager's great drama, entitled "The Negro," in aid of the charity funds of all the colored Lodges of Knight of Pythians. One hundred people will be used in this mammoth production, and including not only "the pick" of local talent, but among them will be some of Indianapolis fairest flowers. English Opera House has been engaged, and amusement lovers may rest assured that in this event all others will be eclipsed. Clippings Galore Catlettsburg, Ky., Special.—Miss Melissa Smith of Burlington O., is the guest of her sister, Mrs. Dora Brown Kirk Davis was a Ceredo caller Sunday. Lee Wade and Walter Nichols of Ironon O. have accepted positions in our city. Mrs. Sallie J. Skinner is home from South Point, O., where she has been to see her mother who was sick but is much improved. Mrs. Martha Goble and Miss Lettie Matney of Louisa Ky. passed through last week enroute home from Southern Ohio where they visited friends. Mr. Joseph Pennington left for Stubenville O., last week. Jim Kendall was at Ironon last week. Mrs. Flora Leftage and daughter Villa, of Ironon, O., were here recently, the guests of Mrs. Geo. Fox. Mrs. Charity Mitchell, who has been complaining of ill health for the past two weeks is much better. Mr. Geo. Clarkson is in Charleston this week. Miss Hattie Rollins came over from Muncie to the funeral of the mother Mrs. Harriet Campbell. Kirk Davis was in Ceredo over Sunday. Arthur Kilby is up from Ironon. Geo. Clark was down from Huntington last week. Miss Lonorie Barnes returned from a visit to relatives at Ironon recently. Mr. James Wood and wife are rejoicing over the arrival of a fine boy. The A. M. E. church literary society is making great strides toward making the church presentable for the meeting of the Sunday-school Convention and the District Conference to be held here June 5. Mrs. Harriet Campbell died at her home in this city on Thursday morning March 22 at eight o'clock in her fifty-ninth year. Mrs. Campbell was a devout church member and had been for a number of years and was respected by all. She left four daughters, two sons and one brother to mourn her loss. Funeral from the A. M. E. church Sunday March, 25 at 2 p. m. Rev. Irving officiated. Mrs. Eliza Hockady is slightly indoressed. $100 Reward $1.00 The readers of this paper will be pleased to learn that there is at least one dreaded disease that science has been able to cure in all its stages, and that is Catarrh. Hall's Catarrh Cure is the only positive cure known to the medical fraternity. Catarrh being a constitutional disease, requires a constitutional treatment Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken internally acting directly upon the blood and mucous surfaces of the system, thereby destroying the foundation of the disease, and giving the patient strength by building up the constitution and assisting nature in doing its work. The proprietors have so much faith in its curative powers, that they offer One Hundred Dollars for any case that it fails to cure. Send for list of testimonials. Address, F. J. CHENEY & CO., Toledo, O. Sold by Drugists, 75c. Hall's Family Pills are the best. Interesting Happenings. Paducah, Ky., Special—Mr. Daniel Perry has returned from Clarksville, Tenn. Mr. Roland Curry of S. 8th street is out again. Willie Hopson of Evansville is visiting in the city. Get The Freeman from Daniel Pittman at J. W. Moores grocery store. Willie B. Martin has returned to the city again. The literary at the Washington st. church is one of the greatest things of the present and should be well attended. Refined and Handsome Lady Artist desires to correspond with wealthy gentlemen. Object; write and see. Address, TERESA DORTCH, Sadlersville, Tenn. GOOD LUCK to all. One boy made $500 by investing 10c. One woman made over $1000 in one month; full particulars 10c. J. R. Donan, Clark Station, Kentucky. FREE The Great HINDOO WONDER STONE. With this stone in your possession nothing is impossible. Brings luck sure. Sent absolutely free on receipt of 25c. For sample bottle of our MAGIC HAIR TONIC. The greatest hair remedy of the century. Address G. H. TAYLOR INDIANAPOLIS, IND. Jno. Barry Merchant Tailor 227 Indiana Avenue Marlowe Blk Indianapolis, Indiana. Gent's Fine Clothing made in the Latest Styles. Fit Guaranteed. Old Phone 2 on 2877. Oh I Like It! I LIKE QUAKER BREAD It is well baked, the shape of the loaf is such that it will bake through nicely, then it has such a nice flavor, that is Nut like, Sweet and Wholesome, and it keeps moist and fresh longer than any other Bread. Oh Yes! QUAKER BREAD is my choice, first, last, and all the time. I get it at the grocery. JOHN A WENELL 123 S. Illinois st. Practical Hatter Old Hats Made New and in the Latest Styles, and all kinds of Repairs on Gentlemen's Hats. Trimmings to match any color. Straw Hats Bleached and Pressed. New Hats in Stock. Indianapolis --- Ind H. T. HEARSEY VEHICLE COMPANY. "ON THE CIRCLE" BICYCLES .. 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READ THE FOLLOWING TESTIMONIALS: A REMARKABLE CURE Neil Creek, Ind., Mch. 22 1900. INDIANA OXYGENOR CO. Dear Sirs:—Haying been given up by my family physician with a complication of diseases, which he was unable to master. I was persuaded by my daughter to try a Perfected Oxygenor King. I gave it a fair trial and commenced to gain from the very first and am happy to say, I am now as well as I ever was in my life. My recovery astonished all my friends and neighbors. Now it you will assign me territory, I will be glad to do all I can for the Oxygenor. GEO. SHINNESS, P. M. Neil Creek, Jefferson Co., Ind. Indianapolis, March, 1900. INDIANA OXYGENOR CO. Dear Sirs:—I have used the Perfected Oxygenor King purchased from you and the results from its use have been very We invite the closest investigation, health and that of your loved ones, do no P. S.—Send stamp for OXYGENOR GAZETTE and Booklet. Take Soldiers Relief. A sure cure for pains or cramps in the stomach, Cholera Morbus, Diarrhoea, Dysentry Summer Complaint, Cholera Infantum and indigestion, Testimonials. Ichols, 407 W. North street t Indianapolis, Ind. For sale by all druggist. Groceries Buy of The Standard Tea & Grocery Company. Live well and Save Money. 19 pounds Best Granulated Sugar, $1.00 Hawky Oats, 4 1/4 c pkg. New Corn Meal, 1 c lb. 10 bars Lenox Soap, 25c. 10 bars Star Soap 25c. 16 bars Every day Soap, 25c. 12 lb bag Best Flour, 28c. Best Elgin Butter 12 1/4 c per lb. This is just a few of our prices. You can be convinced of facts that we are the cheapest people on earth for good groceries by calling on any of our 4—BIG STORES—4 Main Store, northwest corner Washington and New Jersey Streets. Branch, 151 N. Delaware Street, near Ohio. " 445 W. Washington Street, near West. " 338 Indiana Avenue, near Senate. Telephone 2230 Old and New. L. A. JACKSON, Proprietor. We are headquarters for— Good Bicycles KNOX'S World Renowned HATS KNOX JAY TOWE STEPHENS' $3.00 Hats best on earth For the money try one A. B. STEPHENS 18 North Pennsylvania Street. Mrs. Webb's —GRAND OPENING OF— Easter Millinery And Hair Goods. The old and reliable place where, when you go home, you will feel like you have the worth of your money. Give us a call, 112 - N. Illinois St. MORRIS & CO. Groceries and Meat Market 529 Senate Av, Corner NORTH ST. New Phone 2827 Flanner & Buchanan, FUNERAL DIRECTORS 320 N. Illinois St., bet. New York and Vermont t BEST EERVICE FAIR PRICE Speaking of... WALLPAPER See Our Large and Complete Line NEW STOCK LATEST DESIGNS REASONABLE PRICES C. E. SHEETS. 156 E Market St. None but Expert Hangers Employed. Victory Pedal Bell THE FAVORITE satisfactory. I consider Oxygen as given by the use of this instrument superior to any treatment known to suffering humanity for all kinds of diseases either acute or chronic. I would heartily recommend it to all who are afflicted. Gas Engine M'f'g'r TRI STATE OXYGENOR CO. Dear Siris:--According to promise I write you after a five days trial of the Oxygenor. When we commenced my wife could not speak, now she can articulate so we can understand some things. Her right arm and right leg were as useless as if dead. No she moves her foot and can raise her arm three or four inches off her lap. Also she ate her first solid victuals yesterday since her last stroke six weeks ago. Getting along pretty well I think, what do you think? I have given out Oxygenor Gazetts to a number where they will do good. Can you send me a few more. Yours Respectfully, G. C. TRESSEL INDIANA OXYGENOR CO. MORRIS Groceries and Keeps constantly on hand a first-class sup 529 Senate Flanner & I THE L FUNERAL 320 N. Illinois St., bet. Ne BEST ERV'CE Speaking of... WAL See Our Large ar NEW STOCK REASONAB C. E. SHEETS, 156 E Ask your dealer to see the Victory Pedal Bell That new, novel and noisy bell that you ring with your fork. Nothing about it to pull twist, work or jerk. Is always Out-O-Sight too. Instantly and conveniently operated. For sale by all up-to-date dealers. The McCASKY CO BIOYCLE BELL MANUFACTURERS. 148 S. Deleware St., Indianapolis. 1900 catalogue free. Mail orders promptly attended to. Bells fitted on all wheels. I MUST SAY that the Original Ozonized Ox Marrow has given me perfect satisfaction. I have tried a great many remedies but they did not give satisfaction as the Original Ozonized Ox Marrow did. MRS. HETTIE MOORE, Monmouth, Ill. The Original Ozonized Ox Marrow makes curly or kinky hair manageable, pliable and easy to ful and makes it grow. Prevents failing out and breaking off. Imitations won't do it. Be sure you get the genuine. Soil over forty years. If you dealer cannot supply, you send us fifty cents and we will ship you a bottle. Address Dept. B. THE Ozonized Ox MARROW CO., 76 Wabash Avenue, Chicago, Ill. FROM A PROMINENT EDITOR. INDIANAPOLIS, Jan. 25, 1900. INDIANA OXYGENOR CO. Dear Sir.—I have tested the Oxygenor King, purchased from you, on myself and family for the various ills we have been afflicted with, and can truly say it has given very satisfactory results. I firmly believe it is all you claim for it. Editor Indianapolis Independent. FROM A PROMINENT MANUFACTURES. INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., Jan. 16. INDIANA OXYGENOR CO. Dear Sir.—I have been using the Oxygenor King purchased from you one month, and am pleased to say I am very much improved from a very severe attack of rheumatism and inflammation of my eyes, which had kept me confined to my room for over four months. Your truly, J. M. Parkhurst S. M. Parkhurst, of firm of Parkhurst Bros. & Co., Bolt Manufacturers, 814 N. East street, Indianapolis. 17 $ \frac{1}{2} $ S. Meridian Street, INDIANAPOLIS, IND & CO. 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