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Now is the Time to Subscribe for The Freeman. AGENTS WANTED EVERYWHERE..... THE FREEMAN A NATIONAL AND ETHIOPIA SHALL STRETCH FORTH HER HAND ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER VOLUME 13 NUMBER 42 NOTES THAT WILL INTEREST OUR READERS- RECORDS BEATEN. A LARGER ENROLLMENT Resolutions Adopted on the Death of a Beloved Classmate--The Former Records Beaten--Professors Return to Take Charge. Nashville, Tenn., Special.—The Meharry Medical College has an enrollment of over 225, which eclipses the record of every previous year in the history of the school, R. F. Boyd, A. M., D. D. S., M. D., is back after a trip to the hospitals of the east. Dr. J. T. Wilson, who has been in Chicago taking a special course in surgery, is again at Meharry. The hospital was reopened last night (Friday.) It is now in good shape under the management of Dr. R. F. Boyd, G. T. Llewellyn well known in literary circles throughout the south, died on the 30th of Sept, at Denver, Col., where he had gone for his health. He was a graduate of Fisk university, and at the time of his death a junior in Meharry Medical College. Dr. F. A. Stewart, who was unanimously elected president of the N. M. A., which met in St. Louis, Oct. 2 and 3, was also first assistant in the operation performed by Drs. William and Curtis, and was also toastmaster at the banquet. The doctor read a paper and was much in evidence as one of the leaders of the convention. In Dr. Stewart Nashville has one of the brightest lights in the medical profession. Meharry has a fine foot bail team this season, and on Nov. 3 will be arrayed against Fiske university team for the first of a series of three games. Meharry can congratulate itself upon the addition to its faculty of Dr. D. H. Williams on orthopedic surgery; Dr. W. F. McKinney on the eye, ear, nose and throat; Dr. D. Bryd on medical chemistry; and Dr. W. H. Council on qualitative analysis. Whereas, it has pleased the Almighty God to call from the stair of action, our beloved class-mate and friend, Brother Thomas George Llewellyn (and we weekly bow to His will) and Whereas, during his sojourn here his personal life, and Christian example were such as inspired all with whom he came in contact. RESOLVED. That we, the students of Bethar Medical College, especially the members of the junior class, deeply deplore the loss of one so pure, so noble, so congenial. RESOLVED. That remembrance of the loss of this beloved and beloved influences of this, our beloved class-mate, be as treasures laid away in the lavender of living thoughts in our hearts'最 recesses. RESOLVED. That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the bereaved family; to the following papers: Central Tennessee Record, Fisk Herald, Nashville Clarion, College Arms and The Indianapolis Freeman; and a copy be placed in the archives of Metropolitan University, Boca Raton, J. A. Parker, W. Coulough, Boca Raton, W. Washington, C. O. Hunter, Committee. Interesting Notes. THRESHING NOTICES Wickburg, Miss., Special.—A grand surprise party was given at the residence of Miss Queen Wells, Thursday night, Oct. 11. The guest of honor being Miss Edna Preer, of New Orleans, La. Miss Preer left the following Sunday for her home, after having spent several several months here as the guest of Miss Queen Wells. The surprise party was a most enjoyable one; refreshments were had in abundance. Those present were: Misses Clara Kline, Lillie Gillippe, Lillie Nelson, Minnie Jones, Birdie Barnes, Paris Speed, Pauline Foster, Lavina Backs, Sara Banks, Minnie Tyer, Sarah E. Marshall, Maggie Jackson; Messrs. Edward H. Sterling, Orange U. Taylor, Emanuel Leonard, Eugene Cullins, Charles White, John Brown, Edward P. Eastman, Wyley Churbs, Sandford Churbs and Henry Watts. The concert given at Mt. Herdon Baptist church Friday night, Oct. 12, was a grand success. The success of a due Mrs. Frankie Brown and Prof. A. S. Barnes; a nice sum was raised for the benefit of the church. Rev. J. H. C. Henry, pastor of King Solomon B. church, left Friday, Oct. 12 for Natchez, Miss.; the reverend will be absent several days. The Freeman is a great pater, and is read by all thinking and progressive Negroes throughout the land; sold every Saturday by O. U. Taylor, agent Mrs. Sarah Washington, a highly respectful lady, died Thursday, Oct. 11, at her home on South Pearl street, after a brief illness. Her BOOKER T. WASHINGTON. Some papers are claiming that Booker T. Washington is a Democrat. This is not true. Mr. Washington, in a speech in Washington, D. C., said: "I am not a politician, but I am a Republican." President McKinley and Mr. Washington are close friends. funeral was attended at Bethel A. M. E. church at 3:30 p. m., Fridav. Oct. 12; Rev. P. E. Mills officiated. The deceased leaves a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn their loss. May she rest in peace. Get The Freeman from Orange U. Taylor. The Freeman representative in this city, 5 cents per copy. Newsv Pointers. Meridian, Miss., Special.—The marriage of Miss M. C. Miller to L. W. Barren, which occurred at New Hope Baptist church Wednesday evening, Oct. 10, was indeed a pretty one. The ceremony was performed at 8:00. The bride and groom were becomingly attired. They received many handsome and valuable presents. Rev. James Brooks left tor Lauderdale on the 11 inst. after a pleasant stay with friends here. Rev. L. S. Lee preached an able sermon at New Hope church Sunday last at 3 p. m. At 8 p. m. Dr. J. R. Farish (white) filled the pulpit, his theme was "The Bible" which was ably discursed by this eloquent divine. Personal Items. Chattanooga, Tenn., Special—Messrs. McCafferty and McCauley are proprietors of what is known as the West Side Dyeing and Cleaning Co. It is a new firm, and all wish the genial proprietors success in their undertakings. The Moztart dancing school has opened for a season of pleasure at the Immaculate hall on Market street, having dances every Thursday and Friday nights. Things will be first-class and up-to-date in every particular. Little Tom Henderson, manager; J. A. Kilgore, general manager; piano music. SOVEREIGN GRAND CHAPTER Of the Grand Cross of the Order of Constantine, Organized in Washington, D. C. The highest branch of Free Masonry now known in the world was instituted among the colored masons for the first time in the history of this country in Washington, D. C., October 6, 1900, and a Sovereign Grand Chapter of the Order of Constantine of the Grand Cross was fully organized for North America. This sublime and high degree of Free Masonry of Knight of the Grand Cross of the Order of Constantine is the most sublime, highest and exalted degree that is now known among Free Masons throughout the world. It was conferred upon Illustrious John G. Jones (33) of Chicago, Illinois, in Canada, by the Independent Grand Chapter of the Order of Grand Cross of Constantine of Canada and a warrant of power and authority was also granted to Illustrious John G. Jones (33) to organize a Sovereign Grand Chapter of the Order of Constantine of the Grand Cross among the colored masons in the United States according to the ancient rules and regulations of this order only 150 masons in the United States can have this sublime and exalted degree of the Grand Cross conferred upon them. The following are the names of the officers of the Sovereign Grand Chapter of North America, which were elected for a period of three years: W. H. Johnson, 33, Most Eminent Grand Preceptor, Washington, D. C.; B. J. Bolding, 32, Very Eminent Grand Examiner, Washington, D. C.; W. B. Brooks. All the above named officers were duly elected and installed for the period of three years. The Sovereign Grand Chapter of North America will meet annually at such times and places as will be determined by the Sovereign Grand Chapter. Milwaukee News. Milwaukee, Wis., Special.-J. Edwards Stephens has resigned his position at the Planktoning hotel and gone to Boston, Mass. Mr. Stephens was a society man and will be greatly missed. Lord Abbington, of Buffalo, N. Y. is in the city, and can be PRICE FIVE CENTS. SINGLE COPY SIX MONTHS, 85c; ONE YEAR $1.50 found at the Davidson hotel. A. L. Douglas has resigned his position at the Davidson and will travel as a salesman; The Freeman wi-hes him success. Mr. Fritz Thomas has resigned his position at the union depot and left for Pittsburg, Penn., where he will reside in the future. Mr. Thomas was very popular with the traveling public. Sam Brown, of Texas, has accepted a position as asher at the union station. Mr. Brown owes his success to The Freeman, and he says he will never be without it. Read The Freeman. Subscribe for The Freeman and keep posted. First In The State. Washington, Pa., Special--The Keystone lodge, No. 6, I. P. B. O. E., (Improved Protective Benevolent Order of Elks.) was organized Monday evening, Sept. 24, by grand Organizer E. A. Williams, of Cincinnati, O. There are 32 charter members, and the officers chosen are: A. A. Stewart, exalted ruler; J. T. Brandy, esteemed leading knight; Calvin Strawthers, esteemed loyal knight; Edward Price, esteemed lecturing knight; William Banks, esquire; J. A. Johnson, secretary; William Greene, treasurer; Rev. W. S. Lowery, chaplain; Charles Norris, inner guard; Edward Shorters, tyler; Charles Johnson, organist; William N. Butler, executive chairman on social sessions Wedding Belles. Anderson, Ind., Special.-Wm. Conner, o Milwaukee, Wis., formerly of Indianapolis and Miss Ella Miller, of Indianapolis, were united in marriage in this city on Oct. 4 by Rev. Lewis, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Sullivan, 1521 Sherman street. SOCIAL HAPPENINGS THE ELKS ENTERTAIN IN HONOR OF A VISITOR. EMPLOYES PROMOTED ON MERIT Have Proven Themselves Worthy of Respect--Drunk and Disorderly-- Newsy Notes from Far and Near--Assaulted a Boy. Memphis, Tenn., Special.-The Elks' entertainment, given by Misses C. Phillips Lizzie Turner, D. Camel and Onida Mayhon in honor of Mrs. Nan Brahnon, of Little Rock, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Stocker, 26 Allen ave., was a grand affair. The house was decorated from the floors to the ceilings most profusely, and produced a beautiful sight. Mrs. C. Phillips, who presided at piano, rendered some well selected music, and at 11 o'clock p. m., they marched into the dining room, where lunch and wine were served in courses until 12:30. Among the guest present were: Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Bailey, Mr. and Mrs. Whilton; Misses Lizzie, Mamie and E. Ross, R. Casselle; Mrs. Geo. Smith, Mrs. W. Parks, Mrs. C.J. Foster, of Vicksburg, Miss, Messrs. B. O Brown, Walter Marshall, Johnny Stocker, P. Randall, F. J. Johnson, S. L. Fields, Lawrence Quinne, L. W. Wims, T. Williams, C. Richardson, J. H. Brown. Hammet Ashford has employed Carter Richardson, of St. Louis, as bartender; he is an expert. John Sullivan, the popular tonsorial artist is now doing business at his new shop, 149 Beale street; call and see him. Pannie Marshall died Oct. 8th at her residence, 336 Madison street. She leaves a husband, and grandson to mourn their loss. Miss Lilly Stevenson is on the sick list. Victor Simon is in the city again after spending three months in the government service. Joe Dobbins is a little improved this week. Percy B. Dorsey, one of our leading young men, has served as porter for the L. & N. R. r.o. service, has been promoted to the superintendent's office; he has proven his superintendent's office; John L. Fitzgerald, connected with the L. & N. R. r.o., here, is transferred to St. Louis. Mo. He has only been in their employ a short time, which speaks well for his future. Every true Afro-American will read The Freeman; don't fail to save your beer money, not to buy beer with, but to pay for The Freeman. J. L. Brinkley and E. W. Saddler are hustling for the Freeman. A white man walked down Main street last week drunk and with an open knife in hand cut at every colored person he met; walked right by two of our big policemen and they were so blind they could not see him. A little colored boy on the corner of Gayoso and Main streets, was in a controversy with a white boy and a big white man ran out and slapped the little colored boy, who is only about 8 years old. Miss Lizzie Tyler will soon visit her parents at Tuscumbia, Ala. When you want nice fruit buy of Baker Springfield. J. C. Nons is one of our prosperous merchants. Mr. Tellofero is doing a nice shoe business. Newsy Items. Gonzales, Tex., Special.-Cotton and cotton picking is the general shile of the day, Dr. Allen is with us, making the feeble well, and the lame walk. The agent at Gonzales begs you to read The Freeman. I know that everything has its faults. I wonder if there is as much difference in the feelings of banker C. Dilworth and Prof. N. B., as their looks. Familiarity with the prevailing standards of etiquette gives a young man a distinct advantage, and he who is sure that he knows is at ease and conforms automatically to social requirement. None can be perfect in deportment who has to stop to consider how things ought to be done. If a man be a gentleman at heart the outward polish is easily acquired-between manners and morals the tie is intimate. A true gentleman is simple, unpretending, natural. He is courteous and considerate, and has the personal dignity that comes of self-respect, not self consciousness. He treats every woman as a lady, speaks well of others and recognizes hospitality as a mutual obligation.—October Ladies' Home Journal. The politics of both great parties in Texas are split from stem to stem; bolting is in the atmosphere, tearing, splitting, coming apart, and political sonnacity shows how very active the political microbe is on the moocher.—M. A. Majors, M. D. TOM THE TATTLER. CHICAGO, ILLINOIS. RACE GLEANINGS. Time and time again have I spoken of the woeful lack of newspaper reading by members of the profession. Some of the members, and at times I am in doubt whether or not they are not in the majority, know as much about the contents of one of our daily papers as a hog does about Greek. When one considers the thousands of dollars spent daily in the gathering of news and the preparation of articles this rises almost to the magnitude of crime. The other day some persons were discussing the current events of the day, and of course the Galveston horror came in for its share. A neat looking gentleman in the bunch —a performer, but a new one to me wanted to know what was the Galves. ton horror. I was dumbbounded. I would never have believed there existed a professional man who in some way or another had not heard or learned of the awful fate of Galveston. Here was the strongest possible evidence that this gentleman reads not the newspapers, and so far as he is concerned they could be published in the bottom of the sea for the enlightenment of the finny tribe. Every member of the profession should RAC A colored woman called "Big Mary." who resides in Lake county, Tennessee, is the champion cotton picker of the United States. She cooks for herself and seven other hands, and picks 500 pounds of cotton a day. Recently, in order to test her capacity, she picked 748 pounds in one day, from sun to sun. The little republic of Liberia had an exhibition at Paris. Near the Swiss exhibit in the Galerie des Machines, the little nation had a display of the various cocoanuts, rice and other food products. There are 89 Afro-American clerks in the pension office at Washington, and their pay amounts to $87,740 per annum. There are thirty-four Afro-Americans on the pay-roll of the General Postoffice in Washington. W. H. Dammond, formerly professor of mathematics of Paul Quinn College, and who once held the same chair at Wilberforce University, has been appointed a civil engineer in the central office of the Michigan Central Railroad. The bell said to be the one given Columbus on his last voyage to America, by Queen Isabella of Spain, is the property of the African Methodist Church at Haleyville, N. J. The history of the bell has been traced and published by George Temple, of Reading, Pa. In seeking $50,000 which she claims as an inheritance, Miss Mazie Winston has revealed that she is an octoon offspring of Dorsey Hammer, who was a wealthy Virginian, and one of his mulatto servants. Miss Winston's friends are astounded. They never had the faintest idea that colored blood coursed in her veins. She has skin as fair as a Norse peasant girl and hair of a chest-nut hue. She says her mother was Anna Crawford. Dorsey Hammer, her father, she says, was a bachelor. He committed suicide while on a spree because her mother would not consent to bury the secret and let him raise the child in culture. Anna Crawford died at Mazie's birth. Luther Lafin Mills, the well known Chicago attorney, has convinced Miss Winston that her claim is an excellent one. He will go to Westchester county, Virginia, within a day or two to gather evidence for the suit which is to be brought against the family. It is said of the late Republican convention that there were no committees upon which the names of colored men did not appear. The two leading white dailies of Florida, published at Tampa and Jacksonville, have colored men on their editorial staff Increased recognition of colored men in the army of the United States is shown by the enrollment in the statistics of 1899 of 266 officers and 15,048 privates, as against five officers and 4114 privates in 1896. Those receiving the THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER read a daily paper, some one of our many good monthly magazines, and the greatest of all Negro newspapers, The Freeman. This doesn't cost much, and could be taken out of that money that one throws away foolishly without being missed. If a man has no education and has not the time or means to attend a school or college, there is no better way to become enlightened than in the way I have mapped out. The newspapers and magazines touch all branches of knowledge. The best writers and thinkers of the day contribute to them, and over the schools they have this advantage, they are more practical. Take one of the big Sunday editions of any of our metropolitan dailies, and for five cents you get more information in the shape of nicely written articles than you could have gotten in Dickens' time for one hundred times the amount. So any one who deprives himself of the assistance of the papers and magazines is out of place in this age of progression, and as soon as possible should place himself in the hands of the undertaker for final disposition. TOM THE TATTLER. LEANINGS. highest salary are colonels, who get $3,500 a year. Prominent among the commissioned officers are Colonels J. R. Marshal, Illinois; James Young, North Carolina; J. M. Brown, Kansas; Majors John R. Lynch, Mississippi; R. R. Wright, Georgia; Charles Loving, O. Haywood and Walker, of North Carolina. Cornelius Harris, the only Negro member of the jury that indicted Jefferson Davis, died at Newport recently at the age of seventy years. White City Items. Chicago, Ill., Special.—The third annual convention of Illinois Letter Carriers convened in Joliet with Mr. Geo M. Cantrell, of Danville, Ill., a prominent member. Mr. Cantrell stopped a short time in the city en route to his home. Mrs. T. M. Johnson, 8757 Dearborn street, is the guest of her mother in Parsons, Kas. Mr. A. G. Gregory has succeeded in being placed as head cook in the establishment where he is employed. Heretofore a white cook presided. Mr. T. M. Johnson has been elected first vice-president of the colored Republican club. The Institutional Church has its grand opening Sunday, Oct. 21. Bishops Grant, Turner, Arnett and Derrick will speak. Meridian Snap Shots. Meridian, Miss, Special.—John Allis returned to Forest after spending a few days here. Mr. and Mrs. A. T. Washington are entertaining a little stranger — it is a boy. Mother and little one doing well. Tom Fleming, who shot and killed John Lewis, was captured in St. Louis, Mo., in a crap game. He will be returned here soon. Rev. A. W. Moss, of Deison, Texas, has been the guest of Rev. L. S. Lee, pastor of New Hope Baptist Church, the past several days. He preached at the above named church on Friday night, October 5, to a fair congregation. He left on the 6th for his home. Rev. D. J. R. Farish will preach at New Hope Baptist Church Sunday night, Oct. 14, at 7:45. Rev. Farish is a pulpitator. The excursion and barque dinner at Enondale, Miss., on Wednesday, Oct. 3, was a grand success. Messrs. Davenport and Hagan need to be commended for the way they handled the large crowd. Prof. J. L. Wilson, of the Meridian Academy, made the hit of the day with his address on the "Solution of the Race Problem." Mrs. Mahala Hall, who has been visiting Canton, West Side and other places in West Mississippi, for the past month, has returned to the city looking the picture of health. Agents Wanted. Agents wanted to sell "One Hundred Distinguished Leaders," a beautiful book containing one hundred portraits and sketches of the leading colored men in the United States. Price 25 cents per copy. Send stamps or Post Office money order to Charles Alexandre, Tuskegee Institute, Tuskegee, Ala. THIS AND THAT. Rev. Jas. Madison of the A. M. E. church is the happy recipient of present of $40 in cash and articles of wear from his faithful congregation at Poplar Bluff, Mo. Report of the finance committee of the Sub-Committee of Management, to the Tenth B. M. C., and Forty-fifth general meeting of the G. U. O. of F., in America, Oct. 2, 1900 held at Louisville, Ky., by L. L. Lee and George E. Temple, chairman: CASH RECEIVED | | | | :--- | :--- | | $1529 | 1724 02 | | 2088 | 187 17 | | 2088 | 177 | | 2001 | 553 | | 3597 | 311 | | $1549 | 441 | | 25 150 | 160 | | 40 594 | 594 | Total Received..... $15 449 41 Brought forward from last B. M. C., 25 150 13 Grand Tatal..... 40, 599 54 PAID OUT. By Check, $ 10 00 By Check, 739 41 By Check, 555 00 By Check, 900 00 By Check, 609 00 By Check, 1055 00 By Check, 1409 00 By Check, 555 00 $7932 41 $7932 41 $32 667 13 Interest accrued since Sept. '98, 1231 80 $33 898 93 The aboveamount is deposited as follows: Union Trust Co., Phila. Check Fund $15685 82 Union Trust Co., Phila. Savings Fund 10701 82 By Check, Trust Co., Phila. 7341 81 Consolidated National Bank, Phila. 69 88 In hands of J. E. Reed, Grand Treas. 100 00 Editor's Snapshots According to the Atlanta Constitution Afro-Americans of the south produce about 85 per cent. of all the cotton raised in that section and add nearly $400,000,000 to the wealth of the country every year, yet the democrats say they are lazy and nonproductive and would wrest from them their citizenship. The New York state republican platform declares: "Neither in the Philippines nor elsewhere will the cause of human liberty look for its champion to a party whose only hope of obtaining power lies in the suppression of human rights and in an organized conspiracy to nullify the guarantees with which the constitution endeavors to surround the citizen." Bishop Turner claims that in event of Bryan's election federal troops will be called out to prevent lynchings. The democratic national platform says: "We denounce arbitrary interference by federal authorities in local affairs as a violation of the constitution of the United States and a crime against free institutions." Lynching is a local institution which the democrats of certain sections take great delight in and it is not likely that Bryan would interfere with democratic amusements. Lynching is confined almost entirely to democratic states. The spectacle of Pitchfork Tillman, who will be Bryan's adviser in chief in case of election, advising him to stop a South Carolina lynching with federal troops would be inspiring. The Afro-American cannot afford to break his serried forces consecrated to liberty and equality before the law, until every man everywhere in this broad land has every right that he is entitled to. The Afro-American's mission as a soldier of liberty will not be ended until every populist, prohibitionist and republican enjoys his civil and political rights as amply as a democrat. To-day no democrat can complain that he is denied perfect equality before the law in any section of this country. He is as free in Vermont or Iowa as in Mississippi or Georgia and wherever the opposite party rules he has naught to make him afraid. But this is not true as to populists, prohibitionists and republicans. In some sections of the country, in at least one-fourth of the states of the union, if they would live unmolested, they must smother their convictions and vote with the ruling side, although to do so may undermine their business and be against the interest of the government. This is an inequality of right; it must be corrected. The men of opposite faith to this favored son of America must be enabled to stand upon the same plain as he does in every section of this country. WANTED-ACTIVE MAN OF GOOD CHAR acter to deliver and collect in Indiana for oi es ablished manufacturing wholesale house $30 a year, sure pay. Honesty more than ex per once required. Our reference, any banka any city. Euclose self addressed stamped velope. Manufacturers, Tntrd Floor, $34 Dear- born St., Chicago. We want every reader of the Freeman that is troubled with Dyspepsia or Indigestion to try a 10 cent box of our discs, for sale by all druggists. DEAN'S DYSPEPSIA DISCS They do the work. PETER BUSINESS MEDIUM. 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To the secret out of a person by "pumping," in no few cases, is the art used by many unprincipial Mediums, but to take hold of the knowledge they need, is a master of impossibility to most of them. And yet this can be done, and by consulting MRS. MARTH this seeming mystery becomes there has received no little attention by eminent men and even college professors. So it proves conclusively that although there are infringers in our midst with "olly tongues," not have been closed to the professional profession. It takes a great deal of study to become an accomplished Medium, and by a continuous and untiring effort to be the wall of separation among worthable mysteries have been procured by MRS. MARTH for the benefit of humanity. By letter,价$1.00. Hours from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. All letters must contain stamps for answers. MRS. N. B. 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Marion..... 6:50 p. m Lv. Galion..... 7:30 p. m FAMOUS KNICKERBOCKER SPECIAL still runs on the old schedule. Ask for Tickets via Big Four Route H.M. Bronson, Assistant General Passenger Agent, Indianapolis, Ind. Warren J. Lynch, General Passenger Agent Cincinnati, O. OF THE WAITER THE WAIT Mr. Lee Lampkin, who was headwaiter, last summer, at the Chalivoix Inn, has been appointed headwaiter at the Great Eastman Hotel, Hot Springs, Ark. Mr. Lampkin was second waiter at the Eastman last season under a white headwaiter, but his work so far excelled the white man until he has been placed in charge for the coming season. Three cheers and a tiger for Mr. Lampkin. Rush N. Yerby is making an excellent reputation as headwaiter of the Beach Hotel, Chicago, Ill. J. H. Bradford, a waiter, residing at 88 Whiting street, Chicago, Ill., has been appointed to a position at the Republican National Headquarters on the recommendation of the 24th Ward Colored Republican Club. The killing of R. C. O. Benjamin (Cicero), one of the best Negro writers of his day, in Kentucky, is another evidence of what will happen if Bryan and Tillman are elected. It is reported that L. W. Washington, president of the Waiters' Loyal Benefit League of Chicago, has gone Democratic. It is not stated how much money he got for his acrobatic performance. It is safe to bet, however, that it was less than thirty pieces of silver. This is a year of jubilee among all classes of American citizens because times are better, wages are higher and work more plentiful than ever before. Shall we swap horses in the middle of the stream? Is it not well to let well enough alone? If you want four years more of jubilee vote for McKinley and Roosevelt. V. H. Shelton, headwaiter at the Knutsford Hotel for the past two years, has resigned. Mr. Shelton is a very capable headwaiter and a member of the H. & S. W. N. B. A. Captain Adolph Thomas, the soldier headwaiter, who saw service in Cuba, has been appointed second waiter at the Delprado Hotel, Chicago, by headwaiter Phil Orr. Capt. Thomas is an ardent Republican, and like all the other gallant soldiers of the 8th Ill. Vol. Reg't is going to vote as they shot—for McKinley and Roosevelt. If Bryan is elected one-third of the colored waiters may as well prepare to look for other jobs and soup houses because some of the hotels will have to close up while all others will have to reduce their forces as well as wages. If you vote for McKinley you will vote for a job for four more years. The address of James M. Small, a waiter, formerly employed in New York City, Asbury Park and Saratoga Springs, is wanted by his sister, Annie L. Booth, 532 Roanoke street, Indianapolis, Ind. Any information concerning the whereabouts of Mr. Small will be gladly received. We ask every reader of this column to make special inquiries and see if we can't locate Mr. Small. E. M. Johnson, formerly second waiter at the Beckel, Dayton, Ohio, has been appointed headwaiter of the Alconquin Cafe in that city. Mr. Johnson's many friends will be pleased to hear of his promotion. J. B. Goins, secretary of the H. & S. W. N. B. A., has resigned his position at the Nelson Hotel, Rockford, Ill., and is now in Chicago open for engagement. Mr. Goins was at the Nelson for nearly three years, breaking all previous records. L. J. Rice has discontinued his waiters' column in the Columbus Signal-Herald owing to the fact that the Herald has flapped to the Democratic party. Mr. Rice is a staunch Republican, and refuses to write for a race paper that accepts Bryan and Tillman as its idols. John O'Donnell, formerly headwaiter THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. at the Gibson House, Cincinnati, Ohio, and the past summer at Macanac, has been installed as headwaiter at the Planters' Hotel, St. Louis, Mo. White waiters are employed at the Planters', and Mr. O'Donnell being a white headwaiter, he is now where he belongs. A vote for McKinley and Roosevelt means full dinner pails, full meals and plenty of work for everybody for four years longer. Bryan stands for Tillman and Tillman stands for "jim crow cars," disfranchisement of the Negro as well as murdering them for every and any old cause you conscienciously vote for Bryan under the above circumstances? H. F. Still, headwaiter, who lives in Philadelphia, has taken charge of the dining room of the American House, Allentown, Pa. Mr. Still is an old veteran in the culinary art. T. J. Simon scored a great success at the Hotel Jackson, Atlantic City, this season, consequently he has been engaged for next season. Mr. Simon is now residing at 38 Hill street, Asheville, North Carolina. The cry of every patriotic American citizen should be "four years more of good times, good clothes and plenty to eat." Yes, four years more. While W. J. Bryan is howling and foaming at the month about the human liberty of the Philippines and slavery of the people in the Sulu Islands it is strange that he does not say something about the human liberty of the three million colored people in the South who are being deprived of all that is sacked to them by his (Bryan's) bosom friend, Ben Tillman? Oh! consistency, thou art a jewel. The burning of human beings in the United States has shocked the whole civilized world, and yet W. J. Bryan, the would-be president, strains his optic nerve in viewing the wrongs of the "poor Filipinos" ten thousand miles away, but can't see the inhuman practice of the (Democrat) Southerners in lynching and burning innocent men without giving them the pretense of a trial Ben Pitchfork Tillman, the one statesman from South Carolina, has been stumping the States of Wisconsin, Illinois and Indiana. Before Tillman commenced his northern campaign several thousand colored men had about decided to vote for Bryan, but since they have learned that Tillman and Bryan are going hand in hand they have gladly returned to the Republican fold. It is an ill wind that blows no good. Ben Tillman, in his eager desire to elect Bryan so that he could disfranchise the northern Negroes, has taken the stump in several Northern States. The result is Tillman has scared the would-be Negro Democrats of the North back to the Republican party, and now it is alleged that the colored vote is solid for McKinley and Roosevelt. So mote it be. E. T. Montgomery, headwaiter at the Oriental Hotel, Dallas, Texas, writes: "I am glad to say that this leaves me very well; am enjoying the climatic change immensely. The weather is fine. The State Fair is open and the town and hotels are crowded with visitors from the rural districts. Everything in my line is running satisfactory. My best regards to all." The waiters of Chicago, Ill., 5,000 strong, have organized a Waiter's Republican Club and propose to give a big demonstration in the near future. E. W. Staten, better known as the "Hyde Park Thunderbolt," has been chosen chairman and Wm. Samuels of the Palmer House cafe, secretary. Mr. Samuels is also secretary of the Royal Benefit League. The National Republican committee has asked the Waiters' club to recommend three of their members for positions at the National headquarters. Their names will be given next week. The waitresses of St. Louis, Mo., have organized a union and fixed a scale of wages at $5 and $6 per week. A white waiter at Wellington Hotel Chicago, was given a $20 bill to get changed last week, he went, but he never came back neither did the $20 bill. This remind us that a white bell boy at the Great Northern Hotel stole several hundred dollars worth of diamonds a few weeks ago, a white waiter at the Grand Pacific Hotel was given a $500, a year or so ago to get it changed and he has never been (CONTINUED ON SEVENTH PAGE) Dr. Shea, Marvelous Medium. 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. 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Its a question that is becoming duely bothersome to me (rumaging in his different pockets) and I have brought along a little something that covers the point nicely (still rumaging in his pockets). Yes, yes, here it is: 'Out in Oregon once upon a time, etc.' 'In Indiana in ante bellum days, etc.' 'In the District of Columbia they have disfranchised the Negroes because, etc.' Auditor—"But, Mr. Bryan, you are evading the question. What has that remote period in the affairs of Oregon or Indiana to do with the present day?" There was a time when slavery existed in all of the Southern States and in some States not considered Southern, not to speak of disfranchisements. Besides the District of Columbia is neutral ground. Do you take all of us for yaps? The whites there do not vote, not because of the great number of Negro voters, but because, as you know, that city stands single and alone, unidentified with any State. It is a proper situation owing to its creation as the capital of the country, which should be free from a political vortex which would be the natural outcome of an office holding center. No one desires, nor expects to see the suffrage restored to Washington City. How about North Carolina, Mr. Bryan?" Mr. Bryan—"I do not care to inject other issues into the campaign. I am quite busy now disentangling myself from the meshes the Republicans have gotten me into. I will discuss the question after the election." Auditor—"Why didn't you say so in the first place?" THE FREEMAN. The Indianapolis Freeman doubtless has learned from Mr. Perry Heath of the National Republican campaign committee that Negro papers will not share in the magnificent campaign fund which will be expended in subsidizing the American press for McKinley. We got that information some time ago. One Mr. Hedges of the speakers' bureau of this same committee, recently wrote a distinguished Negro Republican orator, that the committee had no use for "colored" speakers. There the matter hangs. It is likely that further progress will be made and it would not be surprising should the intelligence soon be given out that the committee has decided not to use any "colored" votes on November 6.—The Dallas Express. The Freeman has no such information from Mr. Perry Heath, and if it had it would not spend its time in giving it out at this time. It does not mean to throw down for any cause whatsoever. It feels that it is a part of the Republican party, and will fulfill its mission in THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER any event. The Express may do as it chooses, and whatever it does, will not avail much in a State where voting is perfunctory—a form only. We cannot imagine why the Express should be so distressed about The Freeman. It could not, with its reputation for integrity, no more afford to fly the track than could the candidates on the ticket. When it gets ready to announce other policies than the one pursued it will do so in a formal way and not take any steps that are not well advertised. We hope no political propriety is violated in giving further publicity to the Express' queer statement. The Express is widely circulated, and we feel that it is due The Freeman that some statement is made relative to the Express' publication. SENATOR CHANDLER. The following from Senator Chandler is a reply to a letter written to George L. Knox regarding his possible retirement from the United States Senate: Editor Freeman—It has given me great pleasure to read the kind words which you have uttered concerning me, contained in the Washington National Leader of Sept. 23. Be assured I appreciate your friendship. I am not certain that I shall be re-elected, owing to certain powerful interests which are sacrely opposing me. There is to be an effort made in this country to induce acquiescence in a waiver of all attempts to enforce the 15th amendment and to effect a compromise by which there shall be a reduction of representation under the 14th amendment. But it will not be best for the wise men of this country, whether white or black, to attempt to thus destroy the 15th amendment Reducing representation on account of any reduction in the vote brought about by defying the 15th amendment, through excluding colored people from the suffrage, and colored people only, will lead to unending sectional strife in the future. With the black men deprived of suffrage continual appeals will be made to the North to interfere by national legislation in Southern affairs. The last state of things will be worse than the present. However imperfectly enforced the 15th amendment may be we should cling to it as the fundamental principle and not sell it or sacrifice it. Wherever the suffrage is reduced by an intelligence qualification, or any other method which is applied indiscriminately to whites and blacks alike, their representation may also properly be reduced; but the whole point of all the existing and coming constitutional amendments restricting the suffrage is that they shall be relentlessly applied to the black man and yet shall not be applied to the white man under the same conditions. This must not be submitted to, and 1 trust you will do your part to keep public sentiment right on the great question. Yours truly, W. E. CHANDLER. A BIT OF PRAISE Dear Editor of The Freeman—Your great paper stands out above any other that comes to our sanctum for the Negro race and the Republican party. Your paper stands out with the age of thought and philosophy as true to the Negro and his interests as the needle is to the north pole; as fearless as the "Shaggy" Lion, Frederick Douglass, in his day; as watchful of the cares and inter-sts of the race as a good mother is for her suckling babe. Your editorial phillips are in answering Democratic Negroes—chokers to them all—they never answer back. Your paper is doing more good than you think, and has, for years, been the source and forum of Negro thought and action. It copes along with the Chicago Inter-Ocean and New York Tribune for defense of party, truth, law and order. It is not in one issue Democratic and the other a bastard of Republicanism, your writings bristle like a diamond with common sense and patriotism. Long live The Freeman and its editor; and the truth you are sending to the four corners of the world will never die. If McKinley lives, and is elected I shall stand on Bunker's Hill and call the colored patriots by name, and tell President McKinley these stood on guard while fighting the "Hessions," and these are the brave boys that need promotion, and must have it. The few dollars that the Negroes are getting from Bryan will not buy for themselves a potter's field. Let us have an article from your diamond point on the "Separation of the Church and the State." Your old friend. A. M. MIDDLEBROOKS The above appeared in the last issue of this paper, but owing to the very exceptional praise we reproduce it. The writer is a little fulsome, yet we will not question his honesty, and no one will question his ability as evidenced in the letter. Can the Republican party protect the Negro in his rights? Has it done so in the past? Will it do so in the future? If these three questions can be answered affirmatively the question of the Negro position in the present campaign will be easily solved—The Colored Citizen, Topeka, Kas. The Colored Citizen is an out-and-out Democratic publication. It asks some funny questions. Replies are not necessary; other questions are in order. From whom should the Negroes be protected? From what assaults should they be protected? Who assails them? Who has always assailed them from a party standpoint? Why should the Democrats be given the preference in event neither party is doing any protecting? Why should Republicans be held responsible for protection any more than Demo- crats? What goes to the Republicans for the good accomplished at any time? Why is there this solicitude for a party that has had nothing in common with the Negroes at any time? To be a Negro Independent is to be a Democrat. There is no difference whatever. They use the same methods, work through the same channels, and seek to accomplish the same end in exactly the same way—Gurley Brewer. The World of this city, a Negro Democratic sheet, attempts to criticise the above extract from Mr. Brewer's speech. It insists that a Negro Democrat might be independent and vote the Prohibition ticket, the Socialist ticket, et cetera, ad nauseatum. Yes, they might, but do they? The independent Negro is in the purgatorial state with tendencies downward to Democracy. It is a bee line; no deviation. The only panacea is materialization. In other words, "I'm from Mezoura, you must show me." The Mobile Weekly Express has a very sensible article by its editor on the Miss Jewett affair, but it winds up in this very uncharitable style: As lynching degrades lynchers, and as the white people are doing the lynching, then it stands to reason that Miss Jewett should lecture the white people. The members of the convention were not in danger of being lynched, nor were they associated with the class of persons generally lynched. If this stand should be taken by all race journals against all race sympathizers then nothing but indifference may be expected as to what may come. The Express utters the truth in what it said, but in a spirit of defiance, as it certainly seems. It will be so construed. What has the Republican party done for the Negro to remunerate him for keeping them, the Republican party in power for more than a quarter of a century?—The American (St. Louis) Eagle (Dem). The Negro found the Republicans in office, and it was quite lucky for them that they were in office just about that time. Why should not they stay in office; they have kept it in very good condition? Why turn them out? Evidently here is one who has forgotten about the stakes in the affray and knows nothing but office. The platform of the Republican State Convention of New Mexico, at Sante Fe, incorporated the following planks: "We condemn the inconsistent attitude of the Democratic party, that, while clamoring for an immediate independent government for the Filipinos, has disfranchised hundreds of thousands of voters in our own country. "We believe the representation in congress from every State in the Union should be apportioned in accordance with the number of persons having the right of suffrage under the laws and constitution of such State." For two years, to our knowledge, the Jamaica Advocate, W. I. Islands, has said in a column headed, "Things which the Jamaica Advocate would like to see." "The whites and the blacks loving and trusting each other as friends and brothers." Jamaica is a British dependency; it has its troubles. Hon. Jesse Overstreet, candidate for Congress, is now on the scene. He is putting in telling blows for the whole Republican ticket. Mr. Overstreet's very valuable services to the country through his activity in congress entitles him a continued career in that body. He will be elected. A handsome printed program of the opening exercises of the A. M. E Institutional Church at Chicago has been issued. The opening will take place October 21. Bishop Grant, Arnett and Derrick will be present. The Roosevelt affair was a great success. Nothing like it has ever been seen here before. Everything conspired for a grand demonstration. It knocked the Democrats into a cocked hat. The colored voter was out in force in the Roosevelt demonstration last week. No recalcitrants in Indianapolis; everything in ship-shape style. Indiana is on de Lord's side, sho. Ragtime oratory is what an eastern paper styles Bryan's speeches. A patch work would not be bad—something for everybody—you can't lose. Ex-President Harrison is doing business at the old stand. He is for McKinley, Roosevelt, gold and the rest of it. Mrs. Eliza E. Peterson, president of the Thurman Woman's Christian Temperance Union of Texas travels the year round in the interest of that association. THIS AND THAT. The widow of the late R. C. O. Benjamin will continue the publication of the Lexington Standard. There are 213 colored employees in the government printing office. They draw $167,737 per annum salaries. "Did you see that last act? Ha! Ha! Ho! Ho! It's enough to make a dog laugh!" "So it seems. I didn't see anything funny in it, though." A memorial address on the life and character of D. B. Bowser and Benj T. Thornton was delivered in behalf of the S. C. of M. to the Tenth B. M. C of the G. W. O. of O. F. in Louisville, Ky., October 3. The Christian Recorder thinks there is an analogy between Bishop Turner and Senator Tillman: They use the language vigorously, born in North Carolina, avow this is a white man's country and support Bryan. It was stated in this column last week that Dr. Sumner Furnill, of Indianapolis, was the only colored man selected to accompany Roosevelt to the city. Attorney O. V. Royall, of Indianapolis, was also a member of the committee that acted as an escort. Splendid Results The Freeman.—Enclosed find check for add - your paper brings us splendid results. We are well pleased with our ad in your paper and we will stick to you, Hartona Remedy Co., Richmond, Va. The two colored regiments in the Philippines are made up as follows: 24 captains at..... $1800 or $49 200 24 first lieutenants at..... 1500 or 36,000 24 second lieutenants at..... 1400 or 33 600 2400 privates at..... 156 or 374,400 A pamphlet, "The need of hospitals and training schools for the colored people of the South," has been published by Dr. Daniel H Williams of Chicago, attending surgeon to the Cook county and Provident Hospitals, Chicago, Ills. Dr. Williams discusses these needs and suggest methods for instituting these race helps. NEGRO POPULATION. Connecticut, 12 302 Delaware, 28 386 Illinois, 57 028 Indiana, 45 215 Kentucky, 268 071 New Jersey, 47 648 New York, 70 092 Maryland, 215 675 Ohio, 87 113 West Virginia, 32 690 Milwaukee, Oct. 13, 1900. E. C. Knox, Manager the Freeman: Honor Sir — Yours at hand and reply I will say that you can continue to send me The Freeman, as long as it is in circulation, as I look upon it as the only Negro, journal on earth. I remain very sincerly yours. J. J. MILES. Headwaiter, Plankington Hotel. Editor The Freeman.--Will you please send one copy of the Waiter Guide we are all interested in the waiters column. Mr. Thomas Tucker our headwaiter has had charge of this house for the past 7 years which I think speak well for him and in that time has had but five men leave his employ a record think that few head men can equall and I don't if any excell E. Sone, Revere Hotel, Providence, R. I. Editor The Freeman.—I am in receipt of a copy of your valuable paper of the 6 inst. and wish to say as a new subscriber it is all that is desired by the Afro-American in support of liberty and freedom I will assure you it will always be kept on file at my place of business for the accommodation of myself and friends. Accept my highest regards for The Freeman. Vic C. Cantrelle, proprietor R. K. Fox barber shop and Constable of Donaldsonville, La. Notice. Feeling an interest in our race at large we have arranged with the city authorities at our expense a colored bureau of information, especially for those coming to the State fair in Valdosta, Ga., from Oct 29, to Nov. 4. We make no charges for information of any kind. We tell you where to stop, and all about the races and the fair. Take charge of all baggage give check for same. For any information write A. B. Walton or Wm. Lissimore, Valdosta, Ga., P. O. Boxes 71 and 75. Samuel Huston College under the auspices of the Freemen's Aid and Southern Education Society, of the Methodist Episcopal Church, begins its first annual session. It is in the bounds of the West Texas Conference, and is intended to meet the educational needs of thousands of colored people in this section. At present it has only the beginning of a library, and no reading room at all. The colored people themselves have already put more than $5,000 into the building to augment the $15,000 gift of Mr. Samuel Huston, and the Freedmen's Aid and Southern Education Society. The Colored harvest issued by Father Slattery in Baltimore, Md., now appears quarterly. Formerly is was issued once a year in the month of October; now it is issued in October, January, March and June. The proceeds go towards the maintenance of the colored Missions throughout the South. In the October number there is an article by His Eminence, Cardinal Vaughan on "St. Peter." There are also a few cuts showing the new acquisitions made by Father Slattery for his new Catechetical College which will be opened for colored men in Montgomery, Ala., in November. This little paper is worthy of every encouragement from our readers. It is only twenty-five cents a year, and it always contains matter which is and must be of interest to all who are desirous of the spreading of Missionary work in our country. There is also an account of the ordination of two priests and six sub-deacons, which took place last June. Last Sunday, October 14, another one Father Slattery's students was ordained by Bishop Monaghan. This young man will be sent to the colored Industrial school, Clayton, Del. We think that our readers could hardly put twenty-five cents to a better use or to a more charitable purpose than to subscribe the Colored Harvest, Baltimore, Md. Muncie Items. Muncie, Ind., Special—Miss Alice Scott of Farmland spent "Roosevelt Day" in our city, the guest of Mrs. J. Sawyers. Mrs. Palmer of South Monroe street has gone to Crawfordsville to the bedside of her sick brother. Mrs. William Smith of Ft. Wayne spent Saturday with Mrs. C. Robinson of West Jackson street. Mr. Will Hammond of Chicago spent a few day with his grandfather Silas Shoecraft. Mr. and Mrs. James Sawyers are happy over the arrival of a baby girl. Mr. and Mrs. Rufus King have moved to Eaton, Ind. Mrs. Mayne Espy has returned from Detroit, Mich. Rev. Bray delivered two sermons one at the Baptist and one at the Methodist church last Sunday. He returned to his home in Knightstown Monday morning. Mr. Robert Newman went to Lima, Sunday to visit his parents. The Eagle band led the parade "Roosevelt Day." Mr. Gurney Lawrence, of Anderson, spent a few hours in Muncie last Thursday. He came in on the Interurban. Zanesville News: Zanesville, O., Special.—Mrs. Jos. Mitchel died at home of her mother on Harvey street after a long illness, she leaves a husband and five small children. Mr. Warfield who has been quite sick is improving. N. D. Cavendar was on the sick list last week. Mr. James Simpson and Miss Vandalia Guy were married last week. Rev. G. W. Maxwell preached at St. Paul A. M. E. church for first time Sunday. Mrs. Philip Tolliver, of Cambridge is visiting in city. Dr. Jones president of Wilberforce University and Hon. George H. White of North Carolina spoke at opera house Friday evening. The stewardesses of St. Paul A. M. E. church cleaned the church last week. The ladies of St Paul A. M. E. church gave a reception in honor of Rev. Maxwell Thursday evening. Newsy Items. Paducah, Ky., Special—We are pleased to recognize the fact that in this section of the State the Republican party seems to have a firmer hold, and it is our general belief that Kentucky can no more be counted doubtful, but surely Republican. Charles Glass is spending his vacation in the East. Will soon return home ready for the winter work. Dr. V. J. Davis, the recent addition to the medical fraternity of our city, is enjoying a good practice. Rev. Paul Kennedy, of Kentucky, Ky., held the pulpit at 7th Street Baptist Church last Sunday. There was quite a large attendance at the days' services. He is, indeed, an excellent speaker. Mrs. C. W. Merriweather is visiting in Mayfield this week. The fall season has come and those who so much like to gather around the beautiful "soda" fountain at Lancaster's Pharmacy have decided that they prefer something not so cool and refreshing, but warmer, etc. Mr. Lancaster is preparing to put in a hot soda apparatus that the pleasure seekers may still find it one of the most pleasant resorts in the city. Miss Ophelia Brown, who has in one of our district schools, has been called in the streets. We trust they will keep up this idea. Mr. Aaron Shears, who is reported dying in the last writing, is up again. Miss Mattie Robinson is on the sick list. Miss Mahalia Bradshaw, who has been visiting relatives in Illinois, has returned home, reporting a pleasant visit. An excellent program was rendered an excellent evening by the first division of the eleventh grade at the Lincoln building. The first division of the 9th grade will render their program Friday, Oct. 26. James W. Campbell, late of the Solo Theatre, Houston, Tex. has just received a letter from Prof. P. G. Lowery, of Sells Bros', circus, requesting him to secure for him for his enormous colored comedy a soprano singer, and what a pity he can't find in our little city, for it would be a credit to have a leading soprano from Paducah, but instead he EASY TO BUY AND EASY TO PAY AND YOUR CREDIT IS GOOD AT "The Reliable" No other house in the city gives better terms of credit than at The Reliable We sell everything for housekeeping on Easy Weekly or Monthly Payments without charging you one penny Extra for Credit. 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Write at once to this mail address: XYZ STREET, 334 BROOK ST., Chicago, IL 60611 has to write elsewhere. Mr. Campbell thinks he can engage one in Memphis that will fill the bill O. K. Mr. and Mrs. Campbell are making elaborate preparations to entertain some of their friends from Memphis and St. Louis, whom they anticipate arriving soon. Jim, old boy, can do the trick. David Pittman, our eminent correspondent, deserves credit for Davie is wide awake. Mr. James Steple, who was crushed, several weeks ago, by the Palmer Hotel elevator, and out and up again. Willis Martin of this city, visited the colored fair at Trenton, Tenn., his home. Mrs. Susie Moore, who has been visiting in St. Louis, Mo., has returned home. Get The Freeman from David Pittman. Price five cents. Miss Willis Mohoe of Mayfield, Ky., was in the city, last Sunday, visiting her mother. Mrs. Wm. Harri and son, who have been on the sick list for several days are improving. Bun Grundy, one of our oldest citizens, is indisposed at his home on Court street. Little Miss Jillie McCluer, of Washington street, is on the sick list. Mrs. Mary Alexander, of this city spent Sunday in Memphis, Tenn., with her brother. Ed. Blank's family of this city is on the sick list. Read This A few more business firms like Mme. Turner's will solve the race problem. While in New Orleans this summer, I stopped at a house where there was a child with a very sore head; it was covered with one solid scab and was awful to look at, but in a few weeks' time the child's head was to all appearance perfectly well. To my surprise I asked what cured it and was told, that they used Mme. Turner's Skin and Scalp Soap with hot water, and that it worked like a charm; I went down to 1312 Carondelet and bought a cake for my face which was fairly covered with bumps and blackheads. I had spent several dollars for different preparations but they failed every time, but after using Mme. Turner's Skin and Scalp Soap for a few days, every bump and blackhead were gone, so I considered that was the best 25 cents I ever spent. I also hear this soap was used in some of the hospitals there, so I say again such merit as that will go far toward solving the race problem. E. FLEMINGS Clarkson Street, N. Y. Students Wanted. Any colored man who wants to prepare himself for the Christian ministry can do so by entering the Phelps Hall Bible Training School connected with the Tuskegee Institute. Worthy and earnest students who want to prepare for ministry or other Christian work and have no funds, will be given an opportunity to work their way through in a way that need not interfere with studies. For further information, address, Booker T. Washington, Tuskegee Alabama. A Statement There are no people whose hair is so beautiful as the Creoles of New Orleans, and they all use Mme Turner's Great French System for the hair See large ad—address 1213 Carondelet street, New Orleans, La. 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L Williams, Al Wright, L J L Willis, G ROUTE BRESCA & HOLLANDS, BIG MINSTREL FESTIVAL— Laurens, S C Oct 20 NASHVILLE STUDENTS (Russo & Holland Mgrs, - Troy, N Y, Oct 19, Pittsfield, Mass, 22, Westfield, 23, North Hampton, 24; Holyoke 25 to 27. IHAM'S KING RASTUS C. (WH Isham Manager)—Chicago, I. Co. 14 to 20. GAY COOBS FROM DARKTOWN (Herbert LaShea Manager)—Wonoma, Iowa, Oct 22; Fayette, Kentucky, Kentucky, Ohio, Oct 22; RICHARDS & PRINLESS FAMOUS GEORGIA MINSTRELS—Schulenburg, Tex. Oct 12; Sequim, Lockhart, 23; San Marcos, 24; San Antonio, 25; Austin 26. HARRISON BROS. NEW AND ANCIENT SOUTH CO.—Newbury Park, Wichita, 24; Winfield, 24; Arkansas City, 25. Oliver SCOTT'S REFINED MINSTRELS—Fort Smith, Ark, Oct 20; Fayetteville, 23; Aurora, Mo. 23; Pierce City, 24; Carthage, 25; Webb City, 28; Jo lin 28. GENERAL INMUNIS—Rodney, Oct. 20; Highgate, 28; Rightown, 23; Lemington, 25; Kingsville, 26. P.G. LOWEN'S CONCERT BAND (with Forepaugh & Sollis Bros. Incus—Greenville, S. C. Oct 2; Anderson, 21; Newberry, 23; Columbia, 2; Augusta, Ga. 2; Tennille, 23; Americana, 2. R. Henrie Strange will start on his annual tour Nov. 7. Stowe's Uncle Tom's Cabin Company closed at Litchfield, Ill., last week. Walter Leslie Billings, the seven year old musical wonder, began his season October 17. Murphy and Slater, two clever comedians with a "Trip to Coontown," were Freeman callers last week. Mr. Wilson, comedian with Vogel & Deming's minstrels, visited The Freeman office, last week, while playing at the Park Theatre here. Bob Cole, Billy Johnson, Pete C. Washington and Barrington Carter, of the "Trip to Coontown" company, were Freeman callers last week. The great Te-wan-ka and her coon eake walkers, under the management of W. Frank Patterson, open the season at Hachensack, N. J., Nov. 5. McKissick and Jones, of Rusco & Holland's Big Minstrel Festival, played at their home, Chattanooga, Tenn., recently after an absence of twelve years. Gus Taylor has charge of Voyel & Deming's train of cars this season. He was a Freeman visitor, last week, and a staunch admirer of the "old reliable." Temple and Williams, the "Smoky Mokes," closed at Jacob's Park, Louis- ville, Ky, Oct. 6, being specially engaged for last week at the Fall Carnival Indianapolis. ```markdown ``` THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER TO GUSSIE L. DAVIS Gone, good soul, to the far beyond, with none to fill your place; Until the Master mids me come, I shall not see your face; Sighing breezes seem to sing your "Lighthouse by the Sea"; Sometimes your "Baggage Coach Ahead" is whispered soft to me. In my dreams I often think, I've just asked you to sing. Every verse of "Set a Light" or "The Picture and the Ring. Like in days of yore you sing with music's sweetest tune. Dear old friend you often seem a sitting in my room. And chatting as we used to chat, with story, joke and song. Verily, 'tis sad to awake, and find that you are In Heaven I am sure you are—among the good and true— Sometime I hope to join you, until then adieu. —SAM LUCAS. James Campbell would like to hear from Douglas and Reese Bros., Emmet Davis Glenn and Ed Hall, manager of Solo theatre, Houston, Tex. Hello Palmer and Brewer. After the performance of the "Hottest Coon in Dixie" in Anaconda, Mont., one evening last week, the entire company was royally entertained by several citizens of that city. A reception was tendered the male members of a "Trip to Coontown" Saturday night after the performance at Propagandist club. Speech making, singing and story telling were indulged in. Light refreshments were served. Sam Lucas, the dean of the American stage among the colored performers, is with Cole and Johnson's "Trip to Coontown." The "old man," as he is frequently called, has a host of friends in the Hoosier capital, who are always glad to see him. He was a pleasant caller at this office. EDNA ALEXANDER - SOPRANO - The Freeman acknowledges the receipt of a copy of "My Daisy Waltz," a beautiful pianoscore, composed by Mr. James P. Bourkes, a colored pianist, of Savannah, Ga. The piece is very pretty, and on hearing it you imagine yourself sojourning through dreamland. The Freeman wishes the young man success in his musical aspirations. John Queen, who wrote "All Alone," and many other big hits, and now leading comedian with Vogel & Deming Minstrel Company, was a pleasant Freeman caller last week. Mr. Queen is one of the best known white performers on the stage, and a regular reader of The Freeman. He sends regards to Dan Washington, whom they all miss. Lew Payton writes from Harrison Bros.' New and Ancient South Company that they are still in Nebraska turning them away. Special scenery has been ordered, and Prof. W. H. Flammer's band has been fitted out with new suits. Prof. Cromwell's orchestra are rendering for overtures Mosiac and Idellia waltz; when tired they play William Tell. Clemo Harris, contortionist, and Miss Florence Robinson have closed, returning East to join Leon Washburn's minstrels. The company sends regards to friends. The Exchange Theatre, Jacksonville, Fla., is one, if not the best, colored house in the South, with a seating capacity of nearly 500, a neat balcony and four private boxes. Performers and visitors, when going South, will avail themselves of a rare treat to call in and see a first class show. The Exchange quartette, one of the best in the business. can be heard rendering fresh harmonies once a week, but will be pleased to sing an extra number for the pleasure of their fellow performers. So give them a call at 125 Bridge street, Jacksonville, Fla. See The Freeman next week for roster. Chattanooga, Tenn., Special.—Rusco & Holland's Big Minstrel Festival played to a large audience here Monday night, Oct. 8, at the new opera house. The colored people turned out in great shape. They were admitted to the family circle and part of the parquette circle, which were filled to their utmost capacity. Their show was excellent. This being the home of McKissick and Jones they received many applauses for their excellent work. After the performance they were given a hearty reception at the Carter Street Dancing School, conducted by Geo. Perryman, general manager; Thomas Cross, floor manager. A "Trip to Coontown" was played at the Park theatre, Indianapolis, last Thursday, Friday Saturday evenings to repeated crowded houses; the colored people turning out in large numbers. The company is headed by the popular authors, Messrs. Bob Cole and Billy Johnson, who sing original coon oddities, and the show is featured by the renowned specialty artists, Rastus and Banks, Carter and Hillman and Murphy and Slater, and a chorus of 25 well trained voices. It is a clean performance throughout, each, doing their respective turns, receiving tumultuous applause. Mr. Cole, in the title role of a tramp, is a performer of rare talent, and with his famous bull dog "Bo," the pair keep the audience in one long, continuous roar of laughter, so comical are their antics, and his singing of "I Must o" Been a Dreaming" and "Picking on a Chicken Bone" never failed to bring down the house in a tremendous way. Mr. Johnson as Jim Flimfammer, the bunco, is also a rare professional, and handles the "straight" of the play in masterly style. While he is stricty business in his role, he combines business with pleasures, making the whole affair funnier and perplexing for his partner, the tramp, who produces the fun in the plot. Sam Lucas, being an aged man in reality, plays the grand old man of Countown with an air of perfect ease and reflects much credit on the show; as he is a well-to-do old man in the play a parlor in his Countown home is staged very beanti- BROOKLYN BILLY JOHNSON JIM FLIMFLAMMER fully, where solos are rendered by Miss Edna Alexander, leading soprano, and Lloyd G. Gibbs, famous tenor, and the reception of the Prince from Dahomey, who is none the less than the very comical Bob Cole. The show terminates with Cole & Johnson in their grand Oriental frolic in conjunction with the Coontown carnival. Notes from A. G. Allen's New Orleans minstrels.—"The man in white meets us tomorrow with a smiling face, as he has been every Sunday since the 2nd of August, 1899. Everybody is well except Mr. Quine, our manager, who has been ailing several days. G. Stevens is singing with great success his new song entitled 'Hot Combination' in the first part, assisted by five of our ladies, who he has been training for some time. Mrs. Pearl Ovens joined the show in Ladonia, Tex.; her home is in St. Joseph, Mo. She is a very pretty woman and makes a swell appearance on the stage. Master Willie Davis has received a new alto horn; 'tis a very pretty instrument. Frank Inman sends regards to friends. Notes from the Canadian Jubilee Singers.—"Our last week's receipts were a great surprise; glad to say we are having a big business every week. The company is very strong and is said to be the best in the line. Miss Marie Dora is creating a great sensation singing 'Huntman's Home.' Charles H. Frances is receiving great applauds singing 'Dreams' and 'Woman, Lovely Woman.' E. S. Thomas is singing 'Asleep in the Deep' and receives 3 or 4 encores each evening. The orchestra, under direction of L. A. Lucas, is advancing very fast. Well, Ollie, it is sometime since we saw your name in print. I am glad you had a successful season with your company." The Oliver P. Scott's minstrels done the banner business at Birmingham, Ala. the company caught on with great favor at Memphis, Messrs. James Campbell, Hamit Ashford, Emmet Malone, Carter Richerson, Marcellus Calhoun and George Fitzugh showing the boys an exceptionally fine time. We are now touring Arkansas, and this writing finds us in Newport with Hot Springs to follow. Mr. Dongherty is so well pleased with us here at Newport, and the house being so full, that he desires a return date the 16 inst. Bob Pannel continues to please with "Everything is Coming My Way," the "Raytime Alley" is the talk of all towns played by us; the Great American Choir, an original conception of Mr. Green's is still finding favor singing "Love me Babe." The boys are all well, look well and feel good, and send regards. C. J. Scottie held the audience spell-bound at the auditorium in Memphis with his late distinguished musical act, assisted by Bert Deleo. Clarksville, Tenn., show items.—Harry Ward's Magnificent (?) minstrels came near running aground on the 8 inst. on account of three of its rum-steering pilots, who having become loaded down to the guards on the meanest of moonshine, attempted to invade the residence of a noted citizen in the east end, and assault a bevy of pretty girls, who were rehearsing for Miss Martha Wells Concert company. Their villainous and lustful desires were averted by Albert Meriwether, the well-known song and dance artist, who administered a severe drubbing to the three women victimizers, who escaped the clutches of the law on a nolle prosequi between the principals. Manager J. T. Wood informs The Freeman of the coming of Maharra's mamoth minstrels sine die. Wesley Lemly, known here as the "crazy comedian," is with the show. John Rogers, erstwhile manager of the noted "Sunburnt Swells" minstrels, has opened up a swell saloon and cafe on Strawberry alley. Richards & Pringle's famous Georgia minstrels, which has onceed more embraced and espoused Billy Kersands and his cause, will appear here in December or January. D. B. Rice is being deluged with applications from lady musicians for his orchestra as a result of a Freeman ad. Wiedeman the comedians are now holding down the footlights. Frank Clermont, The Freeman reporter for Nashville Students and Gideon's Minstrel Carnival, under direction of Messrs. Rusco & Holland, writes: "Our big show in spite of opposition in the eastern cities is getting liberal patronage. In Syracuse we were visited by Mr. and Mrs. Will Eldridge. Our show is pronounced clean and up-to-date; Each member is nightly receiving his share of applause. Our new addition to the show is Howard Dangerfield the profundo basso; he is singing 'Armory Song' from Robin Hood, 'Bell Buoy and 'Asleep in the Deep.' Arabian demonites close the show. Band Nos. 1 and 2 in parade do certainly draw people from all directions, and when they do double for concert before the opera house there's where the encore is received. Our standard music solos etc., never fail to get the town, musicians and press. Yes, Prof. S. E. Dodd is very proud of his band—second to none in the biz. At this writing Ralph Devine, our solo trombonist and partner of George Bailey, the ever popular trombone king, was called suddenly to attend the funeral of his dear mother at Cincinnati. Just to see how ill luck follows, Frank Patrick received a likewise message that his mother was dead. Mr. Patrick's father died about nine months ago. He was the only child. L. E. Gideon and a number of the big company made a flying trip to Albany, N. Y., to visit the Black Patti show. Just watch for the Nashville students and Prof. Dodd's concert band in the illustrated Christmas number of The Freeman. Cincinnati Professional Items.—Ralph Devine, the celebrated trombone player, is having all kind of bad luck. His mother died last Sunday week, and was laid at rest the following Wednesday. While attending his mother's funeral he received a telegram that his father was dying. The poor boy fainted and came near dying himself. For twenty-four hours he was in a critical condition. He is all right now and has gone back to join his show. Wm. P. Williamson sends his regards to his old friend, Harry Jackson. Address The Freeman. The little Homestead restaurant, 307 George street, is the only place for professionals to get a good run for their money. Bettie Brown, proprietor. John L. Hill sees regards to R. H. Barnett. Address Freeman branch office, 224 Longworth street, Cincinnati, Ohio. Last Sunday night The Freeman representative went to see Cole & Johnson's "Trip to Coontown" and saw a good, RUSCO & HOLLAND' (Successor to Richards & Pringle's.) BIG MINSTREL FESTIVAL NOW THE LARGEST AND BEST. The only and Famous Billy Kersands, John Rucker, Allie Brown, Furber and Da is, McKissick and Jones, Fountain City Quartett and fifty others. Two Big Bands. Special Train of Cars. Monster Parade, introducing the latest designs in Horseless Carriages. Carrying Scenery for every act. RICHARD & PRINGLE'S Famous Georgia Minstrels DIRECTION OF RUSCO & HOLLAND. Two Bands. Special Train. Elaborate Street Parade, introducing the Boulevard Stanhopes and Kentucky Thoroughbred Horses. Special Scenery. Two Bands. Special Train. Special Scenery. Massive Parade introducing Horses, Traps, Buglers and Mounted Gymnasts. The powerful Russian MELO-DRAMA-- "FOR HER SAKE" Big Scenic Production. In preparation for next season, The Powerful Sensational Drama, The Red Hand and the Big Pantomine ittelle Red Riding Hood or "Humpty Dumpty" Outdone. Home Office: RUSCO & HOLLAND, 346 Wabash Avenue, Chicago, Ill. Originators of Tented Minstrelsy A.G. ALLEN'S NEW ORLEANS MINSTRELS ...ALLEN, QUINE & OAKES Equal Owners.... THE WORLD'S LARGEST MINSTREL SHOW. TWO BIG BANDS. A TRAIN OF CARS. ONLY AT ALLEN, QUINE & OAKES WANTED—Good Musicians and Performers that double. Also good Novelty acts We use Colored talent exclusively. Address: GEO. W. QUINE, Manager, care The Free man, Indianapolis, Ind., or National Printing Co., Chicago. WANTED For the biggest and handsomest equipped colored show on the road A No.1 Tenor Singer and Baritone Singer, also a 2nd-Violin Player for Harrison Bros' New Ancient South Co.. WANTED AT ONCE First-class female attraction for Winter Season. Also good male performers that double. Recommendation required. Wire or write. 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 visiting 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 JAMES WHITE. Comedian En route with Black Patti's Troubadours. Permanent address The Freemam. Cornet and 2d. Violin Thos J Lewis AT LIBERTY Soubrette Nettie May After November 10th we will be at liberty. This closing the second season with Lowery's Vaudeville and Concert Band of the Forepaugh-Sells Bros' Circus. Address THOMAS J. LEWIS, Address by letters only. WANTED First-class female attraction for Wint- that double. Recommendat P. G. LO Care of Forepaugh-Sells. Fifth-Street Opera Of the Grand Fountain U. O. T. R., owned at A first-class place of amusement—a splendid plays. All colored troupes visiting the town Street cars from door to all parts of the city. JAMES W En route with Black Patti's Troubadour Cornet and 2d-Violin Thos J Lewis AT LIB After November 10th we will be at liberty. T Vaudeville and Concert Band of the Forepaugh THOMAS Care of The Freeman or Circus after Nov clean show from start to finish. The show opens with a hot first part, introducing some warm specialties by the original Rastus and Bessie Banks, Carter, Hillman, Murphy and Slater. Sam Lucas sing, "I can stand for your color, but your hair won't do." The second act introduces Bob Cole in his own creations, the whole terminating Cole, Johnson and company in their grand oriental frolic. Bob Cole sings "Picking on a chicken bone." "I must of been a dreaming." The show closed with a grand operatic finale, "Carnella," as song by Miss Edna Alexander, soprano, and company. The show is some swell, and they all send regards to all professional friends. John L. Hill. The Freeman corresponding agent for Cincinnati, wants all colored professionals while playing in this city to call at his office, 224 Longworth street, where they can obtain The Freeman and can have items sent in. He will gladly receive them. Frank Polk sends regards to all professional friends, and says please address The Freeman and not the New York Clipper. --- One set of silver tone CHARMING BELLS 24 in all. Address CHAS. H. WILLIAMS, 1201 Barnett St, Kansas City, Kan., or care of The Freeman, Indianapolis, Inl. WANTED A partner with $150.00 as half interest in Seymour's Black 400 Minstrels. Address at once to Yates Center, Kan., W. A. Seymour, Manager Black 400 Minstrels. PRINCIPAL Comedian's Minstrels "And the fun-making of Clown Bewall would have amused any audience given over to enjoyment to minstrel, mirth and jokes."-Ft. Worth Mail-Telegram. Will Live in Washington, D.C. Columbus, O. Special - J. G. Morgan, of Cincinnati, is spending the fall here, but will leave in December for Washington, D.C., which place he will make his future home. (OONTINUED ON EIGHTH PAGE) KNOW THY DELS OR THE HEARTS OF MEN By J. D. Howard. ALL RIGHTS DESCRIBED. CHAPTER XII. It is three weeks since the events narrated in the preceding chapter transpired. It is night; and Jack Ashton-Bert Swift, Jake Arnold, and several others of the notorious "Stag gang," are assembled around the various tables in the apartment over the saloon, busily engaged in plying their crafty art to the detriment, of one or two, pale-faced, excited victims who had, unfortunately, become entangled in their fatal web. The municipal administration had but recently changed hands, and the relations between the proprietors of the "stag," and the new force of police, were, by no means, stable, or satisfactory. Pending a more amiable arrangement of affairs, the place was operating on the quiet, or "sneak," as it is more professionally termed. Upon this particular night, the "joint" was doing an extraordinary business. Every table was running in full blast. The rattling of the chips, and the general air of prosperity, which prevailed throughout the place, caused the greedy operators, for the nonce, to forget their shaky relations with the officers of the law, and give themselves over, with indifference, and abandonment, to the success of the hour. About mid-night, when all was still without, long after the billiard tables below, had been deserted by their devotees, and the fellow behind the bar was—dozing quietly upon a stool, he was suddenly and rudely awakened by the heavy tramp of a score or more, of the "blue-coated" sons of the law, advancing, formidably into the place. Looking up, he at once realized the situation, in all its grewsome significance;—the "joint" had been "Raided!" Shambling to his feet, the fellow made a desperate effort to reach, the electric alarm-bell, near the cash register, that warning might be transmitted to the men above. The officers, evidently anticipating such a move, hastily covered him with revolvers. He was summarily dragged from behind the counter, and informed, that he was under arrest. In the mean time, the Captain of the platoon, had given orders to a half-dozen of his men, to repair, immediately, through a posterior door, into the yard beyond, and station themselves; that escape, by means of a rear stairway, or fire-escape, might be frustrated if attempted, by the miscreants above. He then commanded the remaining men to follow; and proceeding to lead the way up the stairs. Reaching the hall-way above, he cautiously approached the door, through which could be heard, the faint clicking of the chips. Three burley officers placed their shoulders to the door, and by main force of their massive bodies, burst it open. Consternation was upon the face of all as the officers filed into the room. Springing to his feet, Swift muttered to Ashton, in an excited undertone: "Pinched!" Ashton, Swift, and Arnold, were quickly hand-cuffed, one to another. The officers recognized in them, the parties most desired. They were placed in charge of two patrolmen and conducted below. A series of questions were then put to the remaining occupants of the room, all of which, were placed under arrest, save the two victims, found among the lot, who, after giving their names and addresses, were allowed to go, after strict orders to appear in court the following morning, as witnesses against the men accused of operating the place. The rest of the gang, were then marched down stairs. Upon reaching the apartment below, the captain ordered one of his men to ring up the Police-patrol, and have two wagons dispatched to the scene at once. After this, a very careful search of the effects behind the bar was instituted. Many were the devices of various kinds, used among confidence-men, that were found. When this had been done, the prisoners were all lined up in a row, on one side of the building, and searched also. The list of curious and divers articles taken off their persons, materially increased the number, already lying upon the counter. They consisted of every device, used by the profession. From the tiny vinaigrette, containing the deadly 'Knock-Out' drop, down to the minestet article, requisite to the application of the calling. Leaving the prisoners under guard, with several men, again ascended the stairs, and, entering the room, took every conceivable thing that might, in any way, be construed as paraphernalia used in operating the place By this time, the wagons had arrived. The Prisoners were loaded in one, and the confiscated effects in the other; whereupon, the long drive to Headquarters was commenced. THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER When the caravan reached the station, Swift, Arnold, and Ashton, were placed in separate cells; thereby, dispelling any hope, they may have had of holding a private caucus, as to the best method of extricate themselves out of their difficulty. As the clock, in the tower of the prison, doled out the hour of "two," Jack Ashton sat upon a stool, peering through the grated door of his cell, into the corridor without. Stillness reigned throughout the place. Not a sound, save the regular, soldier like tramp of the night-watch, disturbed the death-like silence of the station. While seated thus, his thoughts went out to the past. A sudden gush of memory recalled his mother to his mind. A shudder ran through his entire frame, and the tears quickly filled his eyes. "Mother!" Ah, what a hollow, empty word to him now! How, basely had he forfeited the right to even call her such! Strange as it may appear, he had never considered the dangers and sorrows, which his wild, iniquitous career, was liable to entail. Notwithstanding he had squandered three of the best years of his life, in vice and crime, he was figuratively speaking, as much a thoughtless school-boy, as he was the day, upon which he adopted his life of shame. Matters had gone to smoothly with him, all along his career. The gilded side of his new life, had presented it's-self, in colors too catchy, to give any occasion for pausing, amid it's stir and excitement, "to count up the cost"; or, the probable result of his excesses. This was the first time he had been landed behind the bars. He had often sat, for hours and hours, eagerly devouring the accounts of thrilling escapes, daring adventures, and hard-ships of prison-life, as they would be narrated by different members of the gang, who had "done time." Strange to say, he never, in any way, associated these matters with himself, as being within the scope of the remotest possibility. In fact, so deep-rooted had been the convictions instilled by Swift, at the inception of his career, that he had regarded it, all along, as being, almost beyond legal censure. When the sentinel passed his door again, he called out to him. "Well, what is it?" inquired the guard, in a gruff voice. "I wanted to ask, sir, if you please," said Jack, in a husky voice, "that you inquire at the office, and ascertain the charge registered against us." "I can give the desired information, without going to the office;—you are charged with 'bunco steering'" Jack winced under this blow. He knew that, if the fellow had spoken truthfully, he was charged with a felony, punishable by confinement in State's Prison. He managed to stammer out, in a choked voice: 'Thank you sir." "Oh, you are quite welcome," sneered the Watchman. "From what I can learn, there are several charges against you" continued the fellow, tauntingly, seeming to gloat over Jack's evident discomfiture. "Any one of them, if proven, is sufficient to rid the city for some time of your presence by giving the entire gang of you, a long home within the walls of Joliet Prison." With this parting thrust, he passed on, whistling, indifferently. Jack sank down upon his stool, completely crushed. He was beginning, at last, to realize the danger of his position. His head dropped torward upon his hands, and he gave himself up in despair, to his sorrowful thoughts. For sometime, he remained thus, silently brooding over his troubles. Presently he was aroused by the rattling of keys, and the squaking noise of the large iron door, opening in to the corridor from the main-office, swinging upon its hinges. The watchman, accompanied by a heavily-veiled woman, halted in front of his cell. "Jack Ashton." Called out the watchman. "Well sir?" responded Jack. "A lady wishes to speak with you;" so saying, he retired to the rear end of the corridor. Throwing back the heavy veil, the pale, excited features of Gladys Gray were revealed. With the desperation common to women of her type, when the object of their affections are in danger she reached through the bars and clasped her arms protectingly about Jack's neck. Neither spoke for some moments. Presently, Jack gently disengaged himself. "How did you find it out so quickly?" he asked in a choked voice. "One of the gang despatched a messenger-boy, stating that the joint had been raided," replied Gladys. "I am very glad you are here; though, I fear nothing can be done, till morning. The charge is a very serious one and I think it is going to require considerable work to spring us," said Jack. At this information, Gladys broke out in a frantic fit of weeping. Whatever may have been his faults, we must accord to Jack Ashton one manly virtue, and that was,—a dauntless courage. His first burst of excitement having subsided, he was now bending every energy and thought, to the one end,—Liberty. "Come, come, my dear, crying will do no good," said he consolingly. "I want you to go at once, and see to the arrangement of a bond. You had first better consult Swift, who is confined in the upper tier. He will tell you what parties to interview." After a few moments further conversation in an undertone, the girl left Jack, and proceeded up the spiral-stairs, in company with the guard, to Swift's cell. The next morning, the case was called in the district preliminary-court, but continued. Ashton, Arnold and Swift, giving bond. A word just here, for the enlightenment of the reader, as to how this was brought about, will not, we think, be amiss. In most large cities there is what is called, a "Bond-Syndicate." This is composed of the corrupt Demogogues, and parasites of Politics. Who, through favoritism on the part of the authorities in power, in acknowledgement of services rendered them as "henchmen," in their campaigns, are permitted to league themselves, in a kind of association; the object of which, is to furnish securities for the local thieves and crooks. For this, they receive extortionate pay. The great number of arrests which daily occur in a large city, make this quite a lucrative business. A "Syndicate-bond," is rarely worthy the paper upon which it is written. Each member of the concern has his regular customers, and, in some instances, are under annual contracts with noted criminals to release them, when involved in legal difficulties. Such individuals would have to commit a very grave offense indeed, to place themselves beyond the protection of the combined influences of the Syndicate. In rare cases, of course, a conviction is occasionally secured. But even then, it is but a short while, until Executive clemency is obtained; Men released by such concerns, seldom forfeit a bond. From the fact, that when the "Syndicate" is at their backs, there is little, or no danger of a conviction. When they do "skip," it is safe to say, the association sustains no material loss. We advance no theories, why such gangs of "ringsters," and "heelers" are allowed to covenant themselves for the purpose of defeating the ends of justice, therefore, we deny none. As has been stated, the cases of Swift and his gang were continued in the Police preliminary; and, each time therefore, were passed, upon some technicality, until finally, they were stricken from the docket altogether. To bring this about proved a terrible drain upon the purses of the accused. The men soon found themselves in desperate straits for funds. The "Stag," their only source of revenue, had been forced to suspend operations; owing to the hostility of the new Police department. Every overture to reopen the place, had been indignantly repulsed by Captain Shea, the arresting officer in the disastrous raid who, presided over the district, in which the "Stag" was situated. In their desperation, they even considered measures of having him removed, to some other district. This, however, their potent allies of the Syndicate, failed utterly in accomplishing. Such measures, only enhanced the bitter feeling between the officers and the gang. In complete disgust at this handicap of their desires, they resorted to wild speculations in the "Legitt," (which means any device in gambling, conducted upon the principles of luck and honesty; such, as Faro, the Turf, Etc.) In a very short time, as is the usual result, the entire mob were reduced to penury. Jack Ashton, the erstwhile Prince of "Tender-loin" quarters, was forced to accept sustenance at the hands of the frail Gladys—the price of her daily shame! One after another, his sparkling stones had found their way to the Pawn-broker's likewise, those of the woman; to satisfy his insatiable mania for play; impelled, by the vain hope, that a streak of luck would soon come to him, when he would play even, and redeem them. Matters steadily grew worse. Finally, he was obliged to sacrifice his handsome wardrobe. In a short time, Gladys was called upon to make inroads into hers; which, the devoted woman did, uncomplainingly. Happy in the thought that she was, in some way, useful to Jack in his distresses, she asked no greater blessing. Ah! If these two ill-fated beings, had heeded the warning in the threatening clouds, which were gathering so formidably about them. If they could only have peered behind the curtain, which veiled the stygiian gloom of the future, this tale would end right here; and, two precious souls, would be spared from a fate, worse than death. It is indeed strange, how tenaciously, persons, once launched in a life of crime, cling on to the sinking bark, till they go down, lost beyond all redemption, in the surges of their own mistakes, and errors. There are times in which the vilest man or woman, instinctively, longs for a reformation in their lives; yet, dread, with something akin to horror, the adoption of measures requisite to bring it about. It is a continual hoping for that, which some inherent principle causes them to regard, beyond their reach. Gladys often expostulated with Jack, to desist from his vain efforts to recover his losses. She assured him, that she could contrive to meet current expenses, pending an adjustment of the estranged relations with the Police. For this kind assurance, she invariably received curses and abuse; and some times blows! She bore his testy impetuosities with meekness and fortitude; hoping that his continued reverses, would, eventually, win him over to her views of the circumstance. But, instead, they only increased his ill-temper the more. He soon took to drink—that last resort of blighted hopes and despair,—to respite himself from his troubles. The influence of liquor, transformed him into a demon incarnate. At such times, Gladys seemed an especial object of hatred. He would amuse himself, by practicing upon her, some of the most inhuman barbarities. She continued to bear it all; and, though paradoxical it may seem, her love and devotion appeared to thrive, and grow stranger, under the pressure of his cruelties. Swift's financial degeneration had been as rapid and complete as Ashton's, in fact, the entire gang had been reduced to circumstances bordering upon abject poverty. All hope had been reluctantly abandoned of ever straightening matters with the officials. So, for the time being, they concluded to give up the ghost, and seek more congenial pastures, in which to ploy their arts. [To Be Continued.] Newsy Items. Neway Notes. Jackson, Tenn., Special, —Church Club No. 35 gave a delightful entertainment last Tuesday night, at the handsome residence of Mrs. Walter Rogers, on Tanyard street. Fun was the order of the evening. Miss Lucretia Moffett, as captain of the club, is to be complimented on her unitiring efforts in behalf of the club. Miss Mary Miller, of Memphis, Tenn., is visiting her sister, Miss Sophia Miller, on Beasley street. After five days' illness Mrs. Hikes died ridy even- ing. She leaves three sons and two daughters, who have the sympathy of a host of friends in their sad bereavement. Mrs. Amanda Skimer gave a delightful social at her residence, 320 Tanyard street, Monday evening. A delightful time was had. Refreshments were served. The following people are taking The Freeman: Mrs. Baxter, Miss Jessie C. Donald, Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Reid, Prof. Sam E. Reid, Joe Newby, Hon. Albert H. Hurt, Miss Tomilinson, Miles James, Mrs. Ben Williams, David D. Harris, Sam Broome, Eddy Wills and Miss Lucretia Moffet. They all say they would not be without it. You can get The Freeman by notifying John H. Weaver, 1200 West Alley. Only five cents a copy. Don't ask for credit because I must pay for the paper as I get them. Every one you meet now is in a hurry. Why? We are preparing for the greatest street fair on record. There is nothing slow about Jackson but the people when they have to pay for The Freeman. Please pay up. This means you. Mr. Charles Macklin is headwaiter at the Southern. The guests say that Charles cannot be discounted by any one. George Beard is the "bean bummel" of the Southern Hotel. He goes nice and carries himself creditably at all times. Every one makes a rush for his table. Mr. Beard is a good waiter, and opened the new Southern at Jackson Tenn. Local Notes. Zaneville, O., Special—Mrs. Jno. Singer, of Muskingum avenue, is sick. Rev. A. M. Thomas will attend Baptist State Convention, which convenes at Cincinnati, Ohio, October 17. Mrs. John Terril is much better. Rev. J. H. Jones preached his last sermon here Sunday before leaving to take up his duties as president of Wilberforce University. Mrs. S. Barnett went to Mt. Vernon, Ohio. Wednesday. It is reported at this writing that Rev. Maxwell, of North Ohio Conference, has been appointed to St. Paul A. M. E. Church. Rev. Smith Carter and wife, of Washington Court House, O., are visiting relatives on Putton Hill. Mrs. Mitchell still remains quite ill. Miss Anna Tate, of Putton Hill, is sick. Mrs. Galloway, of Mechanicsburg, Ohio, was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Julius Peyton last week. The entertainment given by Mrs. Holt, assisted by children, at St. Paul Church, was quite a success. Rev. Smith Carter preached at St. Paul A. M. E. Church Sunday evening. Mrs. Galloway, of Mechanicsburg, was accompanied by Mrs. John Galloway. News in General. Ironton, Mo., Special. — We come again. Ironton is moving along second to none other city in grand old Missouri. The warm weather has disappeared, and we can feel the cool waves of winter coming. Our honorable band master, Mr. Casey, of Farmington, Mo., makes his regular visits to Ironton every Thursday, and the young men are progressing nicely in music. Mr. Casey is thinking of canvassing Farmington for The Freeman. Miss Birdie E. Collier, of Cadet, made a flying trip to Ironton, Mo., where she spent Saturday and Sunday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. D. Blanks. Mrs. Lizzie Montgomery, of Leeper, Mo., has been the guest of Mr. Barbers Use Arista TRADE MARK "THERE'S NOTHING LIKE IT." An Antiseptic Face Tonic For Use After Shaving. R. A. PEARCE & SONS SOLE AG'TS 225 Indiana Avenue, INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA. Old T. Cures Weak Men Free Insures Love and Happiness. 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Blind Boone will be in Ironton, Mo., on the 17th. One and all should be present to enjoy themselves once more in life. Notice. The Freeman has secured for the benefit of its many subscribers the exclusive right of the Bohannan's Music Co.'s latest success. C. H. cake walk and two-step, as Mr. Bohannan is one of our able colored writers and publishers we feel that every reader of the Freeman should have a copy of our own brothers publication. Hoping it may encourage others to soon follow in his walks. We as a race are fast getting to the front and while we have one colored music publishing house, we feel it our duty to place his music at least before our own people and have secured the write of his latest, a regular 50c. copy of 4 pages and a beautiful title page in 5 colors a nice flowing melody and witty words, as for a march or two-step it is second to none and we know there is no lover of a nice march or two-step for piano will call their repertoire complete without the above composition now at this office and will be sent to any address post paid for 10 cents just to save postage and this ad. Please write name plainly and order at once; be the first to introduce this new piece in your locality. Address all orders to The Freeman Indianapolis, Ind. THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER SPORT EDITED BY NED LMO BEE Joe Walcott and Frank Childs will fight in Chicago, October 29. This has been a year of record smashing all sorts of race tracks. Ex-Jockey Tom Blevins colored was shot and killed by John Showalter at Lexington, Ky., last week. Barney Furey was given a decision over Jack Robinson at Anderson, Ind., last week after 20 rounds of vicious fighting. --- At Denver, Col., last week Bud King, colored, of that city, got the decision over Young Kenney, of Chicago, at the end of the tenth round. Sir Thomas Lipton, of London, Eng., has challenged the New York Yacht club for another series of yacht races for the American cup trophy next year. Maher and Ruhlin have signed for a fight. Ruhlin's manager wants some club to guarantee the fighters $3,000 and give them sixty per cent of the gross receipts. --- Crescens, the trotting stallion, has lowered the world's record of trotting stallions from 2:06 to 2:04; a mark that will very likely stand for this season, if not many more. --- Though some of our leading sporting writers are continually roasting him for 'quitting' in his contest with Tommy West, Joe Walcott is sailing on very smoothly; winning every time he fights wessy to him "go ahed." ```markdown ``` The national base ball clubs' season closed last Saturday with Brooklyn in the lead and Pittsburg second. It seems that New York, Boston and Brooklyn pass the penant from one club to the other, and no others need apply. --- Corbett has posted $2,500 for a fight with Jeffries, offering to meet the champion in a finish fight or a limited round affair. He offers also to spar six rounds in Chicago, and if Jeffries hits him once, to give the champion the entire purse. 二 3 4 George Lavigne, former lightweight champion, has challenged Terry McGovern for a fight at 130 pounds. McGovern has said several times that he would like to get on a fight with Lavigne and the match will probably be arranged. --- Terry McGoven has been matched to fight Kid Broad at 126 pounds some time in the latter part of next month. McGovern will also meet Dave Sullivan at Tattersalls, Chicago, in the next week or two. Both matches will be a cinch for "Terrible" Terry. 45 Frank Perkins, the colored race-horse trainer and brother of ex-jockey "Soup" Perkins was shot and instantly killed at Lexington, Ky., last week by Tommy Christian, a well known local youth, who was formerly an exercise boy for the Ed. S. Graves racing stables. The killing was the result of a row over a match. * * * At its last meeting in New York the Jockey Club adopted a resolution requesting all associations conducting meetings under the jurisdiction of the Jockey Club to give at least one weight-forage race at each meeting, distance atoption of the association, but after August 1 to be not less than one and one-half miles. This will doubtless prove an interesting feature. ```markdown ``` Steve Flannagan, the young Philadelphia boxer, during a pugilistic contest in his home city with James Devine a few days ago, fell unconscious in the ring and died the next day. All parties concerned were arrested on the spot, but every one testified that Flannagan had not been struck when he fell. The coroner's jury reported that Flannagan's death was due to over-exertion, and all were released from jail. --- The owner of Crescens 2:04 will ship that record breaking trotting stallion to Terre Haute, Ind., shortly to beat The Abbott's record of 2:03‡ on that fast track. With a fair day and fast track in his favor Crescens may be able to do the trick, which will be a great surprise to the whole continent, knowing that a stallion holds the fastest trotting record of the world. A thing unheard of in American horseflesh for years and years, if ever. Since the Horton boxing law expired in New York state every heavyweight fighter in the business is telling the newspaper reporters how easily each of them can defeat Jeffries. Bosh! When they had the chance they failed; now they have no chance they can. A good many of our best judges of the sport indulge in the belief that Ruhlin can whip Jeffries in a long and hard fought battle, which, doubtless it would be, but I have good reasons for believing that if Jim Jeffries is defeated at all, in a few years to come, it will be by that corking good little man Robert J. Fitzsimmons, who has met defeat but once in about 20 years of almost continuous fighting. Harry Lyons, the colored feather weight of Chicago, disposed of Joe Cain, of Brooklyn in the ninth round of their twenty-round bout at Germania Mannerchor Hall, Baltimore, Md. It was a fast, hard-fought battle from start to finish. In the fourth Lyons' straight left to the face started the blood, and during the remainder of the bout the Brooklyite bled freely Lyons devoted himself to the bleeding nose of his antagonist and repeatedly jabbed right and left to that member. In the ninth Cain came up smiling, but Lyons's right jolted to the jaw soon sent him to the floor. He struggled to arise, but his seconds to save a sure knock-out, threw up the sponge. THE WAITER THE WAITER (CONTINUED FROM THIRD PAGE) heard from. Last year a colored bell boy at the Lindel Hotel, St. Louis, Mo., founds $50,000 worth of jewelry and bond also several 100 dollar bills and reported his find to the office immediately. Mark the difference and still some hotel people can't trust colored boys to work for them. For the benefit of the colored Democrat, if there be such a person I will quote an extract from Ben Tillman's speech which was delivered in the U. S. Senate. In explaining how he had succeeded in disfranchising the Southern Negro Tillman said: "We took the government away. We stuffed the ballot boxes, we shot them and we are not ashame of it. With that system, force, tissue ballots etc., we got tired ourselves. So we called a constitutional convention and we eliminated, as I have said all the colored people whom we could under the fourteenth and fifteenth amendments." And now this same Ben Tillman, who planned and fostered the above, damnable outrages, leaves his hot-bed of immorality, dares to come in the Northern States where a free ballot and free count is held as sacred to all and begs the Northern Negro to vote for Bryan which means a vote for Tillman, Oh ye gods! Col. R. M. Nevin the Republican nominee for Congress in the 5th, Ohio Congressional district is making a great fight and it is said the outlook is very much in the Colonel's favor. The waiters as well as all colored voters will make no mistake if they vote for Col. Nevin because he is a true friend to the colored people. Col. Nevin is an astute lawyer and an advocate of human rights and if elected will be more than a match for the Southern Negro haters. The colored people need such men as Col. Nevin in Congress to fight their battles. I earnestly appeal to all my Dayton friends waiters and everybody else to give Col. R. M. Nevin their loyal support at the polls on the 6th of November. Less elect the entire ticket and thereby make the victory a complete one. It is rumored that Mr. H. T. Eubanks has taken charge of the dining room of the Russell House, Detroit, Mich. Girl waiters have been put in the dining room of the Nelson Hotel, Rockford, Ill. Mr. R. B. Squires a well known headwaiter of Chicago is now conducting a restaurant at 523 S. State street in that city. After two weeks sojourn "Down on the Farm" I bid adieu to the "Old Folks" and started for the "Home of the free, and land of the brave." On arriving in Atlanta I called upon Capt. T. H. Frazier, headwaiter at the Kimball House. It is needless to say that Mr. Frazier is the pier of all headwaiters. He is a thorough hotel man, every inch of him. Of course I had to take break, fast with Mr. Frazier, which was highly appreciated, after my two weeks OZONO IS KING OF ALL HAIR TONICS BE WARNED. 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After we had finished breakfast, Mr. Frazier kindly showed me through the Kimble, which is being remodeled and refurnished. A cafe has just been opened in the old breakfast ordinary. The Kimball is undoubtedly the finest hotel in the south, and the dining room and service are second to none in the United States. Wm. Johnson is the efficient second headwaiter at the Kimball. I also had the pleasure of meeting R. H. Williams, who is author of the "Waiter's Echo." Mr. Williams is an exceptionally bright young man, who will, no doubt, make his mark in the culinary world. Wm. Andrews, formerly headwaiter at the Kimball, is now headwaiter at the Aragon, succeeding Wm. Smith. Mr. Andrews is another Georgia wonder. Having spent several hours in the "Gate City" I again started northward. At Chattanooga, Tenn., I had the extreme pleasure of meeting Mrs. Ada K. Dozier, wife of the late F. N. Dozier, who died in Indianapolis last January. 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D. 1312 Carondelet Street, NEW OR WAITERS' MANY $1.00 Every waiter who wishes to make money this book. Every headwaiter who desi reputation should advise his men to obb iled by W FORREST COZART TS: How to Become a Good Waiter; How to Get U Meals; How to Serve a Banquet; Remarks to Address: THE FREEMAN Indianapolis It is bound to be some- thing rich in color and text- ure if you follow the pre- yailing tendency of style. | Soft, warm cloths—snch as Shooda, Venetian and Zib- line predominate among the fashionable. Prices range from $1.00 to $2.50 a yard. Samples if ou «want them. 7 LSAYRES ( (0. CITY NOTES.. To olean marble, wood, china and metal use White Line. White Line sold by all grocers 5c. save soap, work and time. Allen Scott and James Davis, of Leabanon, Ind., were in the city last week. The terrors of the wash board have vanished, caused by White Line wash- ing powder. Hamilton Butler a former resident of this city but now of Chicago was a caller Tuesday. ‘Mr. W. H. White is the guest of Brankfort, Ky., friends, He will return Monday. Just try a 5 cont package and be convinced of the merits of White ‘Line washing powder. ‘The best restaurants in Indianapolis use White Line for cleaning floors, tables and washing dishes, Ask your grocer for White Line wash- ing powder, does not yellow clothes largest size pound package now 5c. Strictly first class music and books buy a package of White Line washing powder and learn how to get these very cheap. Rev, A. Wakefield is in the city. He will return to Chicago today accom- pained by his wife for permanent Tesidence. Mrs. Mary Howe, of Paris, Ky., and Mrs. Caroline Thompson, of Yellow Springs, Ohio, circulated among friends in the city. J. J. Pearce of Fisk University, Nash- ville, Tenn., is organizing a colored Y. M.C. A. at Blackford street A. M. E. Zion church, The popular officer Dick Reed, of Cincinnati, O., was in the city Monday after Beverly Foster who was wanted for cutting with intent to kill, Mr. Samuel E. Gray a well known young man of this city was married t ‘Miss Vena Scott of Charleston, Il. Wednesday at the later place. They are at home to friends at 722 W. 1ith street. Under the leadership of Miss Laurs Boyer and George L. Knox about twenty-five members of Simpson Chapel presented the pastor Rey. Gilliam, Monday night with a wagon load o! provisions. David T. Adams has returned fron Ft. Wayne, Ind., where he has been fo several months. He is to wed in th NewYork Store (Established 1853) | Sole Agents BUTTERICK PATTERNS | Indiana's Great Dry Goods Emporium. Fifty pieces all-wocl Cheviots and Storm Serges, 75c and $1.00 qualities,-on west bar- gain counter, ata yard.....69¢ Beautifal Meltons, in gray, castor and brown, 54 inches wide, for ramy-day skirts, at, a | MORAG osc o ew Wine LOO) $0-inch all wool Venetians, in all colors, the season's leading fabrics, at, a yard.......81.50 French Poplins, in all colors, at, a yard..........81.00 to $1.80 —West Aisle. Pettis Dry Goods Co. THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. near future Mias Maria Helms formerly of Lonisville, Ky., but now living at 986 Superior street in this city. ‘The Rey. Dr. Parkhurst preached an ‘able sermon Sunday evening at Allen Chapel. The doctor has been transferred from the Indiana Conference, stationed ‘at Evansville, to the Missouri Conference, and on leaving he stopped by and Sundayed with us. ‘The Woman's Club met at the residence of Mrs. Jackson in Donglass street Tnesday afternoon at which time Dr. Jos. H. Ward read an interesting paper entitled “Woman's Charity” and Geo. L. Knox gave an address on “The Power of Women.” Dr. U, L. Blue has purchased the building at 1305 Indiana Avenue at which place he will open a night school. Heinforms The Freeman that he can accommodate about twenty-five persons. ‘This is an excellent opportanity as there will not be any charges. ‘The funeral of Mrs. Lizzie Bush was held at Allen Chapel last Friday at Qo'clock p. m., the Rev. Dr. Hurley officiating. Mrs. Bush was one of the leading soprano singers of the choir and an excellent member of the church. She is greatly missed. Sho leaves a husband, mother and stepfather and two little children and one little sister. ‘The Winifrede Social Club composed of the following officers Mrs. Roxy Miller, president; Miss Callie Graves, vice-president; Miss Maggie Miller, secretary; Misa Kdith Turner, treasurer; gave their first weelly social at Mrs. Grant Coley’s residence 1022 N. ‘Missouri street last Monday evening. Everybody hada royal time. ‘Ninth Presbyterian Church. Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Rev. William Bowren a former student of State University at Louisville, will preach at 11 o'clock a.m., and8 p. m. The Rev. Bowren, thongh a young man, is a very able speaker. The public is invited. faites, ‘There will be a meeting held by the W. T. Durbin club Sunday Oct. 21 from 1 untill 4 p. m., at there head quarter 1520.N. Senate Ave. By order of president J. W. Hunver James 8. BrowN, Secretary. ‘cutee ehalst! Ga eycete kt and now she isthe happiest girl in town. Her hair was kinky and harsh but by using the Original Ozonized Ox Marrow she made it straight, soft and beautiful. Try a bottle and you will be happy also. Only 50 cents. Sold by dealers or we will ship you a bottle ex- press. paid, for G5 cents, address The wonized Ox Marrow Co., 78 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Ills. SEATON THE HATTER ‘Has all the latest style Hats, 29 North Penn. sylvania street. aie ttn ieee al Se Last Sunday the services were well attended. The pastor preached morning and evening. The Praise meetings, conducted by Bro. Tribble V. P. of Spiritual Dept., of the Epworth League, at 7 p. m., are increasing in interest and in number. There were two additions, Mrs, Susie Riley of Hardinsburg, Ky., and Miss Sallie Parker of Pewee Valley, Ky., making a total number of additions under our present pastor, in six months, of fifty-nine. ‘The Epworth League has begun the study of the lives of great men, On Thursday evening last Fred. Donglas was entertainingly, and help- fully, talked about. The public is invited to take part in these meetings. Subject for next Thursday, Charles Sumner.” The States are hard at work collecting revenue to be paid in Sunday Oct. 28, and expect to be able to meet in full the demands. The Tuesday night Class Meetings will, ere long be s0 large that the main audience room will have to be used. Mesers. Anthony Courtney, James Sharp and Mrs. E. A. White have been added to the corps of Sabbath School teachers. President Knox of the Epworth League, though actively engaged in the political campaign, finds time to push earnestly the League cam- paign. Under the supervision of the Mercy and Help Department, the pastor will establish an Employment Bureau, for the benefit of the members and congregation of Simpson, Prof. |Kennedy has been secured by Gov. | Knox to give one of his inimitable and enjoyable entertainments for the benefit of the church, on Wednesday Oct. 24. Tickets are on sale and an over- flowing house is expected. You will miss a treat if you fail to attend. The pastor, Mrs. Ross and Rey. E. A. White of Connersville are in Bloomington attending an Ep- worth League Convention. Services to-morrow 10:50 a. m., and 7 p m., sharp. There will be no waiting and the members are urged to be on time. The sick this week are Mrs. Cassie Jackson, Mrs. M. S, Johnson, Miss Mamie Hawkins and Mrs. N.Y. Gilliam. The pastor will preach to- | morrow, morning subject, “The Missiox of the Church,” and at night, subject, | “Your Own Salvation.” WANTED— ACTIVE MAN OF GOOD CHAR. Acter to delivet and collect in. Indians for old ee sararactariog: wcnolesie Dunte. ‘year, sure pay. Hontety more. than ex Derience required. "Our reference, auy bank i Feloper’ Maputactarers, Third Floor, 8 Dees velop” Manufac , | born St., Chicago. 4o N, Illinois Street Mannfactorers of SKIRTS, Tailored Costumes and GOWNS, Ete. Grand offering of Walking Skirts Fine skirts, regular $8 5 00 quality ........., $ * Fine Skirts, regular $ 8.90 $12 50 quality..... . WAISTS Fine French Flannel Waists, $4.00 IQMlty 65 «osc cue. d ous ae Empire Gowns in silk or wool, largest selection in the State. Indianapolis Garment Co. | 40 N. Hiinois Street STAGE. ediacenioen Se aaa Seymour's Black 400 are playing their eignth week; doing good business, play- ing to immense andiences touring the southern part of Kansas ‘The company is composed of sixteen people, some of ‘the best performers in the minstrel busi- ness, Our noyelty first part, represent- ing the ‘'Stars and Stripes,’” is a decided hit. In the first part Miss Estelle Alar- ris is singing “Little Black Me” with tremendous success. Charles Hui’ is making bits nightly singing “Lam, Lam, Lam.” James Head, the napteroon comedian, is singing with great success “AML birds look like chickens to me.” Miss Carrie Lowe is now singing the “Blue and Gray” with success. Master Henry Sullivan, the juvenile comedian, is receiving encores nightly singing ‘Just because she made those goo, £00 eyes.” Onr finale is the One Man’s Band, which Keeps the audience in an uproar from start to finish. Hi Henry Hunt, the Alabama Wizard and 19th century wonder, opens the olio with his marvelous features, bending and fire eating, Estelle Harris and Chas. Huff, sketch artist, are now singing “That's one season that eoons done left his home” with tremendous snecess. ‘Then comes the great picnic scene, which is qute a novelty, in. which our soubrette and comedienne, Miss Estelle Harris, sings the song that has made her famous entitled “Chicken ” Then comes the Honolulu dance, which is led by Huf and Harris Next is the Pryor Sister singiag “May gal from Honolain. " Then comes “Trip to Coontown,” an¢ then the last, “Our cake walk,” Notes from the Georgia Minstrels.— Onr opening in Texas, so far, has been beyond expectations. Our two day stay in Dallas was a crowning success. Not in many years; says the manager of the house, has ladies on the lower floor been known to stand. Over one hundred white ladies and twice that many gen- tlemen stood through the first night of our opening performance. The Dallas (Texas) News of Uct. 11, has the follow- ing to say of the famous Georgia Min- strels’ opening performance: “The Georgia Minstrels were greeted by one of the largest audiences of many a season last night. The ‘standing room only’ sign was dusted long before the enrtain rose. {t was an evidence that minstrel performances, in any shape they may be produced, have many ad- mirers. The desire of amusement seek- ers to laugh and grow merry over the witty sayings and Indicrous specialties was well attested last night, ‘The very large andience expressed its approval by freqnent and vociferous applanse of almost every feature of the unique and vaniegated entertainment. The first part was greeted with merited applause and paved the way to a hearty reception to the participants. Of these praise- worthy mention is especially due the Honselty musical team and Christain for a most difficult skate act and Harry Fidler in original, spontaneous comedy. Fidler is above the average comedian in colored organizations. He does not try to act the Negro or place the race in ridicule, as isso frequently dane by the colored minstrel men. His work is clean, painstaking and intelligent. ‘The quar- tette did some clever work.” The Freeman on Sale. Copies of The Freeman on sale at Colemans restaurant 1214 Wylie Ave Pittsburg, Pa., every Saturday. ‘Notice. Wanted to know the whereabouts of James M, Small, occupation Waiter. When last heard from he was work- ing either at New York City, ot Asberry, N. J., or Saratoga Springs, N. Y. Any information will be gladly recetved by his sister Annie L. 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MAKERS | PHILADELPHIA, PA. | GEO.W.STOUT, DISTRIBUTER BRUAREIUALUE WULLYV A great special sale this week of specially prepared Fall Outerwear-.-new arrivals from the style founts of the East that rival their predecessors in unique designs and fashionable elegance, New tailored suits that have that proper air of exclusiveness possessed by made-to-order gowns, Jaunty up-to-the-minute coats, rare novelties, together with au immense gathering of popular style jackets. Skirts and waists in every conceivable idea, We’ve brought this marvelous array of correct outerwear together for a purpose, and that is the greatest October week’s sale we've ever had, and those stylish garments are priced to sell rapidly. Ladies’ tailor-made Suits, of English coverts, Ladies’ Electric Seal Jackets, 22 inches long, tans, oxfords, blues and gray, double- new ‘inch flounce, collars, fall box breasted, tight-fitting and blouse jackets, | 45 front, guaranteed linings, a §40,00 fur Ot silklined. Special Saturday............. value, Saturday... ....cccceeeeeee L Ladies’ tailor-made Suits of fine all-wool Ladies’ rainy-day and short Skirts of Oxford | black English cheviots, 3 new styles of gray, Irish frieze, 6-inch facings, man- jackets, new flare skirts, best suit in the i tailored, stitched full 8} yards sweep, 3 98 Stee 2 sce eee teee wc aceeereeeee $5.00 skirts. Saturday....0. 2.0.02... i Ladies’ Automobile Jackets—browns, castor, Ladies’ rainy-day or short Skirts, made of ‘blueand black,all-wool kerseys.silk serge men's: check suitings, stitched hems, Innings, man-tailored, stitched seams, in A patched pockets, skirts that hang right, 5 00 $18.50 coat value. Saturday .......... $10 00 value, Saturday................ ‘i New arrivals in this splendid dress section, A great lot of autumn fabrics that we had hoped to show you last week have just come in, They are novelties of the season --dress ideas that are not shown in any other Indiana store, and have been picked to suit the taste of fashionable dressers The Show in itself is a Bewildering Hit Persian novelty Pattern Suits, en- Irish Frieze effects, for rainy-day French Flannels, every oonceiva- tirely new, $12.50 to........... $19.50] skirting, $1.00, $1.25 and....... $1.50] ble idea in these very popular sn eaten Empress Cloth, all the pastel col- fabrics, prices from 4c to per Robe Patterns, over a ors, yard, 80cand............0 $100] waist pattern, yard............ 612% to aelect from, prices $5.50 to.. $15.00] Fo. mixed granite cloths, for Rainy-day and walking Skirts TL (ie parted caloee! tt. Wipe hard wear, for................ .89] Don’t fail to see the anost cou extra width, per yard, $1.25, Scotch mixtures in broken check plete line of Oxfordsever shown. BLDOtO...eeeseeeseeeeeeseeeee SLITS] effects, extra heavy cloth. 54 Prices, yard, $1.00, $1.25, $1.50, inches wide, eome 8 colorings, $1.75, 92.00.and...........-.... 80 Zibeline, 54 inches wide, heavy goods that ordinarily would sell They are the weight that require 29 weight 980, $1.25 and.......... $1.50] for $1.50. Saturday, only price. .59} linings. H. P. WASSON & CO. ‘1HE BUSY GROWING STORE. H. P. WASSON & C0. PF eT eee ke le a SOC ae ee tie Tet RS eo Be ee W ASSON’S FITCH’S PURITAN GUM Strtctly Parst-Class. For fine trade aids digestion—Beantiies the Folatand Perfumes thevbresth. Ask for PU- HITAN GUM und take no other. —— Dr.Joseph H. 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