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Advertising returns From THE Freeman, are the convincing arguments of its Circulation THE FREEMAN A NATIONAL ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER SUNNY TENNESSEE OUR REGULAR CORRESPONDENT HAS A GOOD WORD OR TWO ON RACE WELFARE. THE TALK ON SOCIAL TREND In Memphis Circles Hold Sad and Gay Happenings--Other Cities--The Freeman a Welcome Visitor--Personal Mention, Etc. Memphis, Tenn., Special.—The Colored Citizen awarded a gold medal to one of its agents, Mrs. M. A. Wiseman, she having raised the largest amount of money ($74 00) over nine other contestants. The medal is 18k gold, suspended from a bar, and was gotten up at considerable expense. This shows that Editor W. H. Melton, as manager of the Citizen, is trying to increase the possibilities of the race by giving our people an opportunity to demonstrate something. The Citizen has another contest on. It will give to the agent raising the largest amount of money over one hundred ($100) dollars a trip to Niagara Falls, Buffalo or a scholarship to Wilderforce University. Miss Mary Pulliam, one of our beautiful and cultured young ladies, is now occupying the position of clerk and cashier for the King 1. Chambers Art Company, which is located at 189 Beale street. * * * It seems that the talented young ladies of Avery Chapel are not as loyal to their pastor and their God as they should be. He has tried time and again to get them to fill places in the choir, but only the faithful few are found who will do their duty. Avery is behind all the other churches in the city when it comes to a choir, not because she has not the talent, but they like to sit by their company too much. Girls, take your beaus up with them. All we ask is, stand by your pastor, as without your assistance he is placed in an embarrassing position. --- Hush! Listen! What is it? Some Negro lawyer, who a chip from some of our writings fell upon and scraped off a little bark, said if he knew who was responsible for that article, he would take a cow-hide and do a little thrashing. Well, we say, start any time you get ready, and two will play at that game. M. B. H. MISS MINNIE A. SETTLES. Miss Minnie A. Settles is a charming young lady of Memphis, Tenn., who is engaged in a glorious work for Avery Chapel. * * * The Freeman agents of Memphis—This Sunday, May 5th, assures a special call upon the Afro-Americans of this city, calling upon every lady and gentleman to come together and unite them- selves, at this great age, and stamp upon their memories that they, as a race loving people, should come together and subscribe for the greatest Negro journal in the world. Our agents are mannerly, polite and generous. They are always willing to subscribe for any good cause when called upon. When you are through with your paper do not burn it up; let your n-xt door neighbor have it so he or she will learn the progress of the colored people of America. --- Mr. D. L. McHauley, of Stephenville, Miss., one of the most prominent citizens of that place, was in the city, last week, on business. He was interviewed on the condition of the Negro in his section of the country, and answered frankly "if we were more careful in selecting good moral men for our leaders we would be better off." *** Dr. Asbury preached at Avery Chapel last Sunday to a large audience. *** J. A. Dines, a well-known colored citizen, residence 281 High street, died last Thursday morning, April 25, at his home. The deceased was one of the most influential colored men in Memphis, and a leading Mason. He was buried last Friday morning at 10 o'clock with Masonic honors. A. B. J. L. BRINKLEY. J. L. Brinkley of 150 Beale streel, Memphis, Tenn., is one of the hustling agents of The Freeman. He is a prominent young man, being well known by the public at large; he is liked by everybody who has formed his acquaintance, and has a host of friends among the white and black citizens. When he calls on you do not fail to give him your subscription. *** We are glad to express our many thanks to the editor of the Colored Citizen for the kindness shown in giving us a fine drive behind his black filly. We made a visit to the city hospital, and, to our surprise, we were not tendered an usher to escort us through the wards, but was allowed to wander about and do the best we could. We found many unfortunate beings who seemed to be despondent. We tried to comfort them by pointing them to the Savior, who shares all our sorrows. Though mixed in color, these boys, Abraham Collins, Willis Johnson, Geo. Walker, Vandias Parris and Ruben Gilbert, all colored, and Elmore Wright, a white boy, are under arrest at the police station. Patrolman Sharp found a lot of goods, including bed clothing, coats, pants, etc., in the rear of 58 Hernando street, and on investigation, gathered sufficient evidence to warrant the arrest of the boys Miss Susie A. Johnson, 150 Linden street, represents The Freeman; any kindness shown her will be appreciated by the management. G. G. Lacy of Little Rock, Ark., spent Sunday in Memphis. He is a prominent young man of that city. INDIANAPOLIS. IND., SATURDAY, MAY 4. 1901 A. H. MISS EFFIE YANCY. Miss Eile Yancy is a belle of Memphis society, and also active in church circles. What shall we do with the rounders? This name is given to a class of men who hang around saloons and frequent dives that are found in every city, Memphis, a city that is the pride of the whole Southland, has her share of this obnoxious class of fallen humanity. Here the term "fallen" is used because these creatures, which we see strewn along our pathway, have crumbled and decayed; no more do they seek the pure atmosphere of society or christian association. When the cows are being driven from the pasture to the barn yard, if per chance they pass by a field that is heavily laden with the precious harvest of unlimited value, and the fence should be down, they at once make a dash for the opening. We truly hope that mothers and fathers throughout this broad land will stop and consider the simile above. You may think that you are raising your family of bright eyed little children, especially the girls, that should be purer and fairer than the stars above, far from the temptations of the cruel world, but you are mistaken, for these rounders are like the cows, wherever they see an opening they rush hither, seeking whom they may devour. We call for a response from all the pure-hearted girls that have been wrecked. Oh, God, look! See the thousands of hands that are extended heavenward. Put your head to the green sod that you may hear the voices of these wronged ones crying from the grave unto their sisters to beware of these beings that are a menace to public comfort. It is a shame that the young men, some of them graduates from college, should pass their time away in such a manner. The race is calling loudly for their support in this mighty conflict that is raging. Our women are insulted on the streets, and are hearers of all kinds of profane remarks. Of course we cannot take the law in our own hands, but we appeal to the authorities to break up this loafing on the corners. We would to God that the chain-gang system was inaugurated here, and these loafing dudes were worked on the streets, where the whole city populace could see who they are. *** Mrs. Boice is on the sick list this week. The funeral of Mr. John Coleman was held at the home of his brother, No. 50 Stewart avenue. The deceased was the youngest son of Mrs. Caleman. The revival will begin at the Tabernacle Baptist church next Sunday night, May 5; the Rev. Ellington, the former pastor of the Zion Baptist church will assist Rev. Pius in the meeting. Great good is expected. The boys of the Howe Institute played ball against the boys of Kortrecht school and beat them 14 to 8. The Kortrecht team needs more practice. Levy Martin, a prominent waiter of this city is the star at the Peabody Hotel. Mrs. W. B. Williams of St. Louis, Mo. formerly of this city has been the guest of Mrs. Mary Dobbins for three weeks. She has been highly entertained by many friends and we are all glad to have her with us again. She has been dutiful in our present revival and she is indeed noted for her gentle Christian spirit. She will be absent two weeks longer in Mississippi, afterwhich she will return to this city and be the guest of Mrs. P. S. Davis, 747 Walnut street. A grand reception will be given to her by Mrs. Mamie Smith and Mrs. Mary Dobbins, then she will leave for Hot Springs for twenty days, she then joins her husband in St. Louis. Mrs. L. Bridgeforth went to Decatur, Ala., last week to attend the funeral of a dear relative. Among the many beautiful and successful meetings held by the Women's Relief club during the season, the one at Mrs. A. Means last Wednesday evening easily takes rank with the most noted. Quite an entertaining programme had been arranged, and the musical feature was especially beautiful. Talks and singing like a breath of Lavender and rose leaves from treasure boxes long unopened. The decorations were simply beautiful. Mrs. Dr. Neely made a most interesting talk on "Women and Club Life," speaking wholly in an informal way, and pointing out the vital importance of the subject in this age of women's advancement. After the adjournment of the meeting the signal was given for the grand march, and the dining room doors were opened wide, welcoming the club and its many visitors. The refreshments were served in grand style. The table bore a vast lot of fragrant flowers that made it a beautiful sight to behold. Miss Cora L. Price, one of our prominent teachers of the Virginia ave. school, was called to the bedside of her sick mother at Clarksdale, Miss. *** Miss Mattie Lee had a very serious accident last week by falling and breaking her wrist. *** A grand party was given last week at the residence of Mrs. D. Cook, 160 Linden street, in honor of her sister, Miss Estelle Gilliam of St. Louis. Refreshments were served. Those present were: Misses Mamie Green, Iola Simmons, Gussie Brown, Ada Tady. Bula V. Norris, Addie Gilliam, Mattie L. Simes; Messrs. Samie Minett, Alexander Carter, Love, Nollie, Henry Johnson and others. E. W. SADLER. CAPITOL CITY ITEMS Clarence Cook Honors His Friends With a Reception Columbus, O., Special.-At a meeting of the 9th Ward Star club Wednesday evening, the resignation of Clarence Cook was offered and accepted; the club then proceeded to the home of Mr. Cook on Seventh street, where lunch was served; the occasion being enlivened by singing and dancing. The Victoria quartette furnished the vocal, and Watson's string band the instrumental music. Mr. Cook has accepted a position as packing and shipping clerk in a wholesale house in Pittsburg, Pa. Mrs. M. E. White, of Cincinnati, is in the city visiting friends. The Freeman can be had every Saturday at Jones' cafe, 140 E. Chestnut street. Mrs. David Jones, of E. Walnut street, gave her husband a delightful surprise on last Friday evening in honor of his 37th birthday. Friends, to the number of about 30, took possession of his home while he was absent. To say that he was surprised upon his return does not express it. Mrs. Jones and son Thomas, gave him an elegant gold watch, and many of the friends gave him little tokens, in remembrance of the event. The immediate family and relatives of James Wroute received cards the past week, making the announcement of his marriage to Miss Dora E. Freeze Monday evening, April 29, 1901. General F. M. Bell set up a company of 25 knights, U. R., K. of P., at St. buenville, O., last Wednesday evening, and goes thence to Pittsburg, Pa., on a business trip. Madam French, a graduate of Finley, O., Conservatory of Music, assisted by local talent, is booked for a concert at St. Paul A. M. E. church Friday evening. Madam French is one of the best singers of color in the State of Ohio. John H. Ross who has been absent from Columbus for the past thirty years, died in Lincoln, Neb., Tuesday. His remains reached this city Friday morning, and the funeral took place Sunday from Mann Street Baptist church PRICE FIVE CENTS. SINGLE COPY--SIX MONTHS, $55c: ONE YEAR, $1 50 Rev. W. H. Beasley officiated. A memorial letter setting forth the sterling qualities of the deceased was sent to the relatives by the Douglass Debating club of Lincoln, signed by Arthur L. Williams, Pres.; Greenleaf B. Johnson, Sec.; Rev. J. W. Jeffries, pastor of Zion Baptist church; also a consolatory letter testifying to the good character and usefulness as a citizen of Mr. Ross, Mrs. Anna Godman, formerly of this city, was married last week in Alleghany, Pa., to J. Osborn Alander; they will reside in the East. PADUCAH HAPPENINGS Interesting Jottings From that Tnrivie ing Kentucky City News Note. Dayton, O., Special.-Miss Eva May Irvin of Cincinnati, O., spent the week in Dayton the guest of Miss Dora Burton 1608 E. 5th street. GREATER NEW YORK MANY AND VARIOUS ARE THE HAPPENINGS IN THE ME-TROPOLIS CITY. The Union League Club Decides a Question Which is of Vital Importance to the Negro--Churches--Personal Mention. Greater New York, Special.—Messrs. Wm. R. Brown and James H. Europe stepped over in the city Monday enroute to Albany, N. Y., from Washington, D. C. The Colored Republican Club of the 25th Assembly District, opened their club rooms at 133 W. 26th street, with a big smoker April 28. Lewis H. Salisbury, Leon Williams, Walter Robinson, Frank B. Williams, Charles Hart, the Puggeley Sisters, Sat Dixon, Nattie Bowman and Sally Thorpe were among those added to the Williams & Walker company for their Boston engagement. Subscribe for The Freeman and be up-to-date. Lewis Williams left Monday for Washington, D. C., to visit relatives. Christopher Smith is the genial manager of the Keystone Hotel and cafe at 206 W. 37th street, which is owned by the Banks Bros. The barbers of New York will hold their annual picnic and summer night's festival May 16, at Harlem River park. The Ladies' Beneficial Circle gave their initial entertainment on the evening of the 27th at the Sons of New York hall, and a grand time was had by all present. Among those present were Mrs. Gallahorn and daughter, the Misses Pollard, Miss Smithwick, Ross Ricks and I. W. Buckner. The entertainment was under the direct management of Mr. and Mrs. Felix Joshua. Music was furnished by Craig's orchestra; in fact the entertainment was a grand success. The Freeman should be in the house of every colored family in Greater New York. Subscribe at once from The Freeman representative, J. Harry Jackson, 114 W. 31st street, or direct from the main office at Indianapolis, Ind. The Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold its 23d annual anniversary to-morrow at Carnegie Hall. Rev. F. R. Morse, D. D., Rev. R. S. McArthur, Rev. W.H. Brooks, Rev. E. S. Holloway and Rev. Chas. T. Walker are the speakers announced to appear. Among those engaged for Jos. J. Flynn's summer show is the following well-known metropolitan artists—Jennie Schepar, Jennie Hillman, Billy and Eva Harper, Murphy and Slater, Emma Shacon, Eva Murphy, Pauline Humphrey, Alice Mackay, Oddessa Warren, Madge and Joe Gans; Harry Davis, pianist; Walter Robinson, lyric tenor; Nat. Lucas, Chas. Hart, Billy Woods and James Gorman acting in the capacity as manager. The Union League Club, one of the leading white clubs of the metropolis, decided, at its meeting April 25, that Negro help was indispensable to them by a vote of three to one. The meeting is recorded as the largest in the history of the organization and the decision fully shows the appreciation of the Negro servants, some of them have been with the organization from the beginning. The meeting was held in pursuance to a call signed by fourteen members of the club to ascertain the views of the members in removing the colored help and substituting white help. It is rumored that the cause of it all was because of the friction which has occurred from time to time between the white and colored help. Finally formal action was considered, and the House committee decided that the Negre help must go. The suggestion created a great stir, especially among the members that are known as the "old timers." (CONTINUED ON FOURTH PAGE.) OF THE A, M. E. CHUROH MEETS IN WASHINGTON, D.0. + THE SALARY ROLL INCREASED A General Outlook anda Revised View of the Situation--The Outlook maecarenink: Church convened at Washington, D. C., April 17th. All of the members were Present except those representing the ‘Twelfth and Fourteenth districts. Seo retary Hubbard was in ill health duc largely to change of residence from the Light atmosphere of the far west to the heavier atmosphere of the Atlantic coast regions. There is an ever increasing amount of responsibility attached to the faithfal discharge of the duties of fin- ancial secretary. The salary roll has been inceased £2,000 for this quadrennium while 8 per cent. of the entire dollar money raised that used to come tothe Financial department now goes to the Educational department. 8 per cent. of the dollar money raised during that past quadren- nium would amount to about $32,240, thus it is potent that in order to meet the usual demands, exclusive of the ‘educational work, it will require $32,000 more this quadrennium than it did last quadrennium. To this is to be added the salaries of the Deans of Paye, Allen and Morris Brown Theological Depart- ments which amount to $10,400 for the quadrennium. The expenses of the eighteen delegates to the Ecumenical conference will be, according to estimate given, $7,000 These three items will make it necessary to raise about $107,000 more dollar money this quadrennium in order that from his per centage the Financial Secretary may be able to meet the fixed demands upon his funds. ‘The annual selary roll, inclnding the Deans, is about $41,000, ‘To meet these fixed demands, to care for the widows and orphans of Bishops, to aid the various departments, the Metropolitan and the Institutional churches, provide for the meeting of the Bishops, their expenses otherwise un- provided for a dozen other demands that constantly grow ont of the vast work which our church is conducting through- ont the world, for example, the travel- ing expenses of the Bishops to their foreign fields will require good work. While the last quadrenninm closed with @ balance of nearly $15,000 cash April 1900, yet upon this came the demands for acorning salaries, the ex- penses of General Conference, several of the schcols, matnring notes etc., with the result that the new secretary en- tered upon his work with greatly in- creased demands, an income depleted by 8 per cent., 8 cash balance of less than $1,800 and several notes rapidly ap- proaching maturity and the summer months at hand with no conferences to replenish the treasury. -Added to this was the illness and death of Bishop ‘Moore which deprived the new secretary from having the advice and help of his predecessor as have had all other secre- taries of late years. Bishop Arnett came to the rescue and after months of hard labor succeeded in closing up the books of Bishop Moore in. a manner with which the board ex- pressed ite satisfaction. We now face the first quadrennium of the new century and to us are opened up opportunities never before ours. ‘The outlook for the increased work of the Fingncial Department is very en- couraging. Should thé April confer. ences equal the feports of last year, the total receipts of the department from all sources will be over $61,000. The secretary will thus be able to pay up all salary demands and close his first fiscal year with satisfaction. The secretary was authorized and directed by the executive board to ne™ gotiate such loans as might be required to pay all salaries regularly during the summer. Bishop Arnett, president of the board, stated that the department could obtain credit at the bank for al- most any amount, and that it would be no dificalty whatever to secure $20,000 if needed. Among the appropriations made were the following: Southern Christian Re corder, $400; Institutional church, $500; contingent expenses of Finan- cial headquarters, $500 annually; office help, $500 annually; Secretary A. Y. P. 8. C. E., for salary, $150 annually, and for the Allen Endeavor Visitor, $150; for historian, back pay, $600; Westezn Christian Recorder, $200; for delegates to Ecumenical Conference, $7,000; for ‘Wilberforce, $890. In order to enable the Manager of the Book Concern to negotiate a loan by increasing first mortgage on property, it was ordered that the second mortgage of $8,500 held by Financial Department be cancelled ‘4m addition to the $2,308 50 paid on ac- THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. tion will be in direct proportion to the success of the Financial Department. ‘The Financial Secretary has evidently started out with the firm determination topay no money for anything beyond what is ordered by the discipline and by the general conference except authorized 80 to do by the board at its annual seeeion or by the execative board in the interval. This may not be gaod news to all but it will be hailed with satis- faction by the vast majority. To assure the best possible results from the work of this quadrennium it will be necessary to meet all salaries ‘promptly and regularly; to provide am- ple fands for euch connectional business as require Bishops to pass to and fro throughout our vast domain; to meet promptly, ell obligations to those who look to the general treasury for money and to always be 80 well conditioned in funds and credit as never to be unable to meet any and all proper demands. ‘Those who believe that.the $400,000 ‘raised for the dollar money fand during thelast quadrennium represents the limit beyond which we cannot go would cer- tainly have changed their opinion could they have been present at the meeting of the board and heard the report of Secretary Hubbard. ‘The last general conference based its hope of anccess in all of the new work entered upon in Africa, the Islands and at home on its confidence that the Church will continue to grow. JOHN M. HENDERSON, Philadelphia, Pa. SVADABDA BABA DERE HEH EAE HE BOOKER T. WASHINGTON + AND HIS WORKS Cees SBADAD<BD<D<DEH EMEA EH EME THE MAN: A TRIBUTE. To those teachers or students who go to Tuskegee looking for ease and idle- ness it can be safely said that they are always disappointed. Tuskegee stands for work. An old Negro in a cotton field, in the middle of July, lifted his eyes toward the heavens andsaid: “De cotton am so grassy, de work am so hard and de sun am so 'ternal hot, dat I b'lieve dis darkey am cailed’to preach.” A young man who seeks education from such impulse—the impulse born of the contemplation of difficult tasks, is on the wrong road, THE INDUSTRIES TAUGHT. There are twenty-eight industries taught at Tuskegee; these are: Tin" emithing carpentry, blacksmithing, architectural and mechanical drawing, electrical engineering, brickmasonry: brick malig, painting, steam engineer- ing, foundry work, harness inakiog and carriage trimming, shoe making, tailor- ing, printing, wheelwrighting, practical agriculture, stock-raising, floricultare, landscape gardening, dairying, horti- culture, eaw-milling, plambing, bee cal- ture, canning, cabinet making, farni- ture repairing. Young women are taught: professional nurse training, dress making, cooking, millinery, 1-un- dering, mattress making and other use- fal arts. ‘The following academic branches are also taught at Tuskegee: mental and moral philosophy, mathematics, book- keeping, grammer, elocution, chemistry, physics, history, physiology, civics, gym- nastics, vocal and instrumental music, band and orchestra music and other minor studies. While the institution is in no sense denominational, still, in the Phelps’ Hall Bible Training School, sociology, bible history and other branch- es important to the ministry are taught, and young men are thus prepared to do helpfal work in this line of moral ele- vation. In all of these studies the young men and woman at Tuskegee are trained to meet conditions as they now exist in the South. ‘THE NEGRO AND THE SOUTH. The Negro has played an important part inthe development of the South: his brawny arms felled the forest; his strongs hands prepared the way for civilization. He has been the pioneer, and invincible in his ignorance, he has subdued the earth to tillage and hes developed the grandest and most exten- sive system of agriculture the world has ever known. The Negro is not, as some people generally suppose, indolent and untrustworthy. In cutting timber, splitting rails, breaking young horses and mules, gathering sugar-cane picking cotton, transplanting and housing to- bacco, harvesting rice, making brick building houses, caring for cattle—any kind of hard work he has no superiors. In constancy the Southern Negro is no! inferior to the white man. He does no! take offense so easily as the white man. He is not so revengeful nor hard tc satisfy. He is cheerfal of disposition, and will bear any sort of hardship pro- vided someone else is doing the same with him. He is emotional and impal sive. He will langh and weep under circumstances that would not effect other men. He is always grateful for favors. While he is not thrifty—while he takes no thought of the morrow— singing: “Come day, go day, God send Sunday,” still he will work, He will dress in rags SUR” ie RCS. Oe ee he ao pe a ie ee SN Se ip aie ON Nye ee nlm eT 10 eae ect tok Rie Pe ae gis IAS Sa ee Samuel Coleridge Taylor is a noted violinist and composer who is touring this country. London England ie hie home. nun ‘The postoffice in Seattle, and many of the postoffice of the leading cities of the United States, has a most excellent letter stamp cancelling machine manu- factured bya firm in New York. The machine is ran by electricity and will cancel 1000 letters per minute, and is being adopted by almost every postoffice of any size in the United States, and efforts are being made to introduce it into many of the postofilces in foreign countries. This cancelling machine was patented by Mr. J. J Burnell, a Negro, and a Negro in every sense, for he is coal black. He has made a tour of n- epection of those postoffices that are using his machine, and is well pleased with their work, and he is now headed for Europe, hoping to place the cancell- ing machine in the postofiice of every large city in the old world. ono An aged colored woman known far and near as ‘“‘Aunt Viney,” who was the “‘mammy” for three or four gen- erations of Montgomerys whose exact age is not known, but known to be well along in the nineties died recently, In the early thirties che was installed as cook on the plantation of Col. Mont- gomery, and had been there till the day of her death. When told that Mr. Lin- coln had set her free, she declared she didn’t care “nuffin’ about Mr. Linkum,” and refused to leave the old plantation. Before and since the war she was always treated as one of the family, rnled the ranch, carried the keys to the emokehouse and pantry, and made her- self invaluable to de white folks. Her old master, Col. Montgomery, is still six days in the week and wear expensive garments on the seventh, He will labor hard in the scorching heat of the sum: ‘mer’s sun without any apparent discom- fort during the week and indulge the luxuries of an umbrella and kid gloves on a holiday. He will walk miles a night, after a hard day's work, to visit s friend and spend a week's earnings t take a carriage drive on Sunday. But in all these characteristics he is not bad man. It is Mr. Washington's effort to show the Southern Negro the folly of these things Education will change him Education will give him correct ideas. ‘At @ recent meeting of the Negro con: ference, an old man from Pooso county was asked abont the morals of his peo: ple. He said: ‘I'd bless de Lord ef He'd send some morals down in my neighborhood; ’case my people gure do need geome.” Mr. Washington is a man of a few words. If he should give you an apple he would say: “I give you this apple.” ‘The lawyer would say if he should put such a transaction into writing: ‘J hereby give, grant and convey to you all my interest, right, title and advan- tage of and in said apple, together with ita skin, jaice and pulp; and all rights and advantages therein, with fall power to peel, cut or bite, or otherwise eat the same, or give away with or without the stcin, juice or pulp; anything hereinbe fore or inany other deed or deeds, in: straments of any nature or kind what soever to the contrary in any wise not. withstanding.” Mr, Washington is not, therefore, a lawyer. Still he believes in charity; but above all things else, he believes that a young man should cul- tivate the habit of industry. He does not, however, believe in cheapness especially the kind discovered by the the pious minister at one of his chureb [To be contmued.] ‘Tuskewee Notes: Tuskegee, Ala-, Special.—Mr. D. B. Gamble, of the firm of Proctor and Gamble, soap manufacturers of Cincin- nati, O., visited Tuskegee this week. Aside from being a business. man, Mr. Gamble is interested in education, He came here in the interest of Berea College, situated at Berea, Ky., inspeot- ing the industrial departments with a view of establishing industries more extensively in the above named school. Mr. Panl Laurence Dunbar, the famous Negro poet, came in this week from Jacksonville, Fla. Mr, Dunbar will be with us for ten days. He read in the chapel Friday evening from his poems. It would, perhaps, be interesting tc note that the saw mill at the school, which is ron by stadents, turns out about 8,000 feet of lumber a day. ‘They also saw all of the wood which is used ‘at the Institution. living, well along in the eighties bu! still hale and hearty. He mourns th death of feithful Aunt Viney, as h would that of one of his own family. foi ‘A non-magnetic watch holder mad with an absolutely non-magnetic case got in a phosphorous bronze wire rigging with a epring that will protect the works of the watch from the jar of the car, is the ingenious invention whict has been completed by J. D. Williams, the colored Woodward avenue motor man. The wire rigging which hold: the watch is so made that it will clasy ‘onthe dash board of the car and be always before the motorman’s eye, It is easily detachable, and can be put in the pooket on leaving the car. ‘The great advantage of such a device ‘will be seen when it is taken into consid: eration that both of a motorman’s hands are necessarily occupied. Ordinarily if he desires to look at his watch he must either relinquish his grasp on the motor, or on the brake, and this in the crowded down town places is often # risky thing todo, At the same time it is imperative that he make his time, A number of the motormen have tried setting their watches in stationary wooden frames, but the jar of the car invariably ruins the works. The non-magnetic feature is also for obvious reasons an invaluable one. Several of the motormen in Detroit Mich., have already tried the holder, and have given written testimonials as to its efliciency. ou ‘The latest in the way of organizations is a call for colored railroad men to organize. | aun Arrangements are being made pre- paratory to organizing a medical ‘association at Jackson, Miss. Bas ° | RSet a) i ANF, ‘The material used for wash skirts should be shrunk before making. ~ Lace flounces are perceptibly prominent ‘as garniture for summer skirts, ae Miss Ida C, Sweet, is the President of a woman’s business olub in Chicago. > High Turn Over Linen Collars are worn with shirt waists and butterily knots of silk, _ Cotten and wool or silk and wool flannel is better for children’s use than the all wool materials. Jardiniere ideas in hats are la mode, broad brimmed, flat orowned and profusely flower trimmed, ‘To exterminate ants, trace them to their home and saturate it with gasoline. The same works well when a little carbolic acid is added for bed bugs, roaches and moths, It leaves no stain, Much higher bust effects are very soon to replace the very low effects prevailing for some time past, fashion autocrats over low neck, that is slightly V and short sleevesare distinguishing points of fussy summer gowns, Little Sarah Hackett, s bright colored girl, is the prize speller of all the Alameda Grammar Schools, in California, having won the honor over eight school children seleo~ ted as the bestspellers in four schools for the annual contest inthe rooms of the Board of Education, ~_ ‘The woman of 1901 is going to wear jewel- ry onevery possible oocasion, and not only that, but she is going to wear more of it at one time than she ever wore before. The jewelry of this coming season is not garish. is not gingerbready; op the contrary, it is highly aftistic, refined and even the cheapest goods are in the best of taste. ~_ Most of the light weight spring jackets are veary short and simple in style, being finish- ed with rows of stichings alone, or very narrow strappings and tailor buttons in cluster, Some of the English styles are double breasted, with handsom buttons fora finish, and a turn down revers collar facea with velvet, Many of the Eton jackets are shaped down below the waist line in front, just as they were made last autumn, ~ For afternoon serving dainty orange wafers George B. Wright. After Suffer- ing Ten Years From Lost Manhood,and Being Given Up by the Best Physicians, Cured Himself. mi HIS FREE GFFER TO MEN In Order to Help Others Who are Suf- fering From Lost Manhood, Mr. Wright Is Sending Absolutely Free of All Cost to Any Man Who Writes for Lt, the Medical PRESCRIPTION WHICH CURED HIM. Few people who have been helped in dis- tress or sickness are truly grateful for the source of their benefit. ‘This however, is not the case of George B, Wright, of Marshall, Mich, He suffered for ten years from nervous debility and lost manhood. He sought the best physicians and paid fabulous sums, with the hope held out to him that they could oure him, but one after another failed and he grew despondent. Although comparatively young man, dis« ease so sapped his vitality that he grew permature old, and had the appearance of a man of twenty years older than he really was. Finally, an old physician wrote a pre- seription for Mr. Wright, and after taking pains that it was properly filled, he began to take the medicine, with not the faintest hope of relief, He soon’ found, however, that he was growing better, and in a short time the fire of youth returned to his eye, his nervousness disappeared, and restful sleep returned, Those who saw Mr. Wright & year ago would hardly believe that it could be possible that such a change could ‘be wrought in aman that was the apparent wreck that he appeared. He states that he hhas all the fire and vim of youth, and feels today that he is twenty years younger than he did when the old doctor gave him the presoription- Mr, Wright is so grateful for his care, and sels that if he lives a thousand years he can not repay the good old doctor who gave him the prescription. In order to show his appreciation for the good that has been done him, and to save others who are aiflicted ashe was, keep those who would seek relief away from quacks, who only take their money without results; and to help the modest man, who would rather suffer than tell bis affliction to a physician, Mr. Wright has decided to send for a short time, to all who ask for it, absolutely free of all cost, the prescription which cured him. He is not a dealer in patent medicines, has nothing whatever to sell. His only desire is to help his fellow men. If any reader of The Freeman has the slightest symptoms of this trouble, or who ‘has suftered and been treated by one or more of the numerous quacks, without finding relief, he should not despair. He can he cured in the privacy of his own home, All that is necessary is to drop a line to George B, Wright, Box 908 Marshall, Mich., and he will send the prescription ina plain sealed envelope, free of all cost. Bre exceedingly nice to pass with tea, A ginger or cinnamon wafer should be served with chocolate, and a plain unflavored one with coffee, You may, if you like, pass some little bonbons, like chocolate wafers, but you should not have any other refresh- ments at an afternoon tea, Remember that in these days elegance tends toward simpli- city, The little chocolate wafers may be purchased at any grovery store for a doliar ‘a box, the box holding eighteen. These are delightlul confections to pass after having served tea or coffee and waters. WANTED-—TRUSTWORTHY MEN AND women to travel and advertise for old estab- lished house of solid financial standing. Salary $780 a year and expenses, all payable in cash. No canvassing required. ‘Give references a enclose self-addreesed stamped envelope. 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George Richardson, formerly head- waiter at the Stillman Hotel, Cleveland, Onio, has just recovered from a severe illness, Mr. Richardson is now residing in Colambus, O. Chef Charles Joplin, who has held the position of ckef at the Park Hotel, Co- Jumbus, O., for twelve years, is atill do- ing business at the same old stand. Charles, you are a peach. The hotels operated by the Florida East Coast Company, of which Frank P. Thompson was headwaiter-in-chief, has closed, and Mr. Thompson, his assist- ants and crew of waiters have returned East, where they will take a much needed rest before the summer season opens. F. P. Thompson, L. A. Walker and others may be addressed at 111 W. 27th street, New York City, N. Y. All of the American plan hotels in Buifalo have arranged to go on the En- ropean plan on the first of May, and will be operated on the European plan exclusively during the Pan-American Exposition, The new Tift House, the Genessee and the Broezel are the three leading American plan hotels in Buffalo employing colored waiters. Mr. Charles Buckner is the headwaiter at the Titt and W. B. Keyes is headwaiter at the Genesee, Some time ago we warned the American plan waiters through thece columns that the Buffalo hotels would employ only Enropean plan wait- ers during the exposition. PR eee Se ROPE ER ee ee” W. F. Cozart—Dear Sir: Yourself and friends are cordially invited to be present at the grand entertainment to be given by the Exeentive Committee of the Afro-American League in honor of the Hon, W. T. Green for his many victories in wiping out race prejudice in the State of Wisconsin, at Kaiser's Hall, Fourth street, between State and Prairie streets, Wednesday, May 22, 1901. Admission, single ticket 50c. 3. B, BuFoRD, President. J. J, MILES, } Executive S.H. MINER, { Committee. W. M. MILLER, / W. Revers, | Reception Committee W.d. Mires, | ‘The Atlanta Aid, in a recent issue, in writing up the life of Mr. Pierce, stated that he was headwaiter in fall at the Aragon Hotel of that city. Mr. Pierce isheadwaiter of the cafe, and Captain Wm. Andrews is still the efficient head- waiter of the hotel proper. “Put Me Off at Buffalo.” My Dear Sir—Yon are hereby notifies that the H, and 8. W..N. B, A. will hol its ‘Third Annual Convention at the Vim Street A. M. E. Church, Buffalo, N. Y. September 28, 24 and 25, 1901. W. ALONZO LOCKE, Halliday House, Cairo, Ill., President. H. PETTIGREW, The} eemmameetel®. Vice-President. JOHN B. GOINS, The Vincennes, Chicago, Ill., Corresponding Secretary. ‘This time and place has been choser in order to assure a large attendance, Buffalo Reception Committee—C. E Price, Genessee Hotel, chairman; R. B Randal, Genesee Hotel; 8. J. Rigg, ‘Tift House; Edward Towers, Tift House ‘Thomas Frazier, Mansion House; Sam’ Jackson, The Broezel; Richard Winn The Arlington; W. B. Keyes, Genesser Hotel; Charles Buckner, Tift House. National Committee —J. J. Miles Wisconsin; F. C. Long, Ilinois; E. C Holland, Ohio; J. P. Harrison, Missis ‘ippi; Geo, Wilson, Iowa; E. W. Har THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. Per, New York; C. Johnson, Pennsylva nis; W. W. Banks, Tennessee; William Andrews, Georgia; E. A. Jenkins, Mis souri; J. L. Haile, Connecticut; W. F. Martin, Indiana; C. M. Farrar, Mary. land; W. Outlaw, Massachusetts, | Program (First Day, 10 o'clock a. m) —Invoeation; welcome address, Thos. Frazier; response, John B, Goins; pres ident’s message; roll call; adjournment | Afternoon Session (2:30 p. m.)—Invo- cation; the benefit of organization, W. Forrest Cozart; the aim of the H. & S 'W.N. B. A, W. Alonzo Locke; unfin ished business; adjournment. Second Day (10 o'clock. m )—Invoca tion; how to train waiters, E. T. Mont: gomery; catering and private party ser vice, Thos. H. Lloyd; the benefit o! politeness; E. W. Harper; head waiter’ relation to the steward, J. J. Miles chafing dish service, C. Buckner; ad journment. | Afternoon Session (2:80 p. m )—Invo cation; resolations and general business ‘Third Day (10 o'clock a. m )—Invoea won: resolutions and general business report of secretary and treasurer; rol call and collection of dues; adjourn | ment. Afternoon Session (2:30 p. m.)—Invo cation; election of officers; when an¢ where shall we meet: chorus, “God b with yon ‘till we meet again.” Philadelphia. April 20. 190 | Mr. W. Forrest Cozart: Dear Sir ‘Kindly aceept my hearty congratala: ‘tions of your Waiters’ Department ir ‘The Freeman. 1 have not missed a copy of it since your department first appear ed, Itsa “long felt want,” and I hope that every colored waiter in the busines enjoys reading it just one-half as muct as I do. Wishing both you and The Freeman a continued snoceas, I remaix yours respectfully, Ricaeoiceieeaatie John B. Goins, corresponding secreta- ry of the H. and 8. W. N. B. A. and headwaiter at the Vincennes Hotel, Chicago, IIL, has written and copy- righted a book which he calls “The ‘American Colored Waiter.” Mr. Goins has made arrangements with the pub- lisher of the “Hotel Monthly” of Chi. cago to publish the work in the Monthly 1m serial form, after which the book ‘will be published. Mr. Goins’ book consists of lectures which he has care- fally prepared and delivered to the crew of waiters which he has engaged in hotels where he has been employed as headwaiter. He does not claim his work to be @ text book, but a synopsis ‘of the various duties of the colored ‘waiter. The book will, no doubt, be ‘published in vest-pocket form; therefore, it can be carried in the vest pocket, and may be used as 8 ready reference book by all ambitions waiters. The usefal- ‘ness of such a book can be readily seen and appreciated as a waiter oan refer to it even during meal hours, while serving the guest, or it may be consulted after the doors are closed in regard to daties of watchers, branch men, ete, ete. The first article of the above series appeared in the Hotel Monthly's April namber, and if the first article is a fair example ‘of what the book will be we predict a ‘great success for the “American Color- ‘ed Waiter.” | The government has dropped the prosecution of the murderers of Post master Baker and family in South Car. olina. There are but two conclusion: to draw from the above: 1. The gov. ernment does not care to prosecute the murderers of the Bakers, 2. The gov. ernment is powerless to enforce the laws ot the constitution. The first conclu: sion is in keeping with the weak-kneed Southern policy of President McKinley in trying to supplant the colored politi cians with a white man’s party. The second will be the result of enforcing the laws of the constitution in one sec: tion of the country and allowing the laws to be violated in another section. ‘We want a united country and laws en: forced in every section alike, upon both white and black. We wanc a govern- ment by the people and for the people. and last, but not least, we need a man at the helm who has the moral courage to enforce the laws as they are written in the constitution. The above mis- carriage of justice tends to demonstrate that the laws of this country and the National flag mean one thing to the white and another to the black man. ‘Whither are we drifting? | Thomas J. Johnson, headwaiter at the Hotel Dewey, Washington, D. C., has been appointed vice-president of the H. and 8. W..N.B A. of the Dis- trict of Columbia to succeed Mr. R. 8, ‘Locke Mr. Johnson is a progressive headwaiter, and will no doubt be of much benefit to the association. ‘Walter Boyd, one of the best waiters in the country, is now headwaiter at the Franklin Hotel, Memphis, Tenn., R. J. Johnson, who held that position for two years, having resigned, this prominent young man was given the Place. He iskind and genial in manners and always treats those under him with esteem. é 4 J. B. Stephenson, formerly of Chicago, IL, but now employed at the Great Southern Hotel at Colambus, Ohio, is anticipating a trip to the Pan-American Exposition at Buffalo right soon, Owen Monroe, of Cincinnati, Ohio, now at the Great Southern Hotel, Co- Iumbus, Ohio, expects to soon be in Buffalo. Says Palm Garden Rules Barred Col- ‘ored People. John J. Miles, the colored man who ‘sued the proprietors of the Palm Gar- den for alleged discrimination because of race, claims to have discovered evi- dence that they had a rule providing “that any waiter or other employe of said hotel and eating house who was known to serve any colored person at any of the tables in either the saloon, restaurant or palm garden, knowing him or them to be colored, was imme- diately discharged.” The charge is made in an affidavit filed in the superior court today, and Mr. Miles also alleges that William Goodwin was hired for the special purpose of informing colored persons that they could not eat at tables in the hotel building. Goodwin makes an affidavit to the same effect. The accusations are denied by August Pleiss and Phil Heck, who were defendants in an action brought against them by Miles. Miles secured a verdict for $5, and his attorney today moved for a newtrislon the ground of the finding of new evidence. It was denied, Judge Ludwig saying that this evidence should have been adduced before, as the act complained of had been committed in 1807.—dwaukee Dally News, Hon. W. T. Green, attorney for Mr. ‘Miles will appeal, and ask the Supreme ‘court to decide the suit. SANDWICHES. DS ae ae TMT eee ene For a long time only ham sandwiches were in common nse, but now we make them of every suitable food stuff, Sand- wiches may or may not be appetizing; this will depend entirely upon the way in which they are made. Bread one day old is best for sandwiches. Either ‘brown or white bread may be used or both. Besure to havea sharp knife eo as to cut the bread very thin. Always cnt the crust from the bread, and in the event of using butter, it is nicer to cream it before using. Sandwiches are generally one inch wide and two or three inches long. They may, also, be cut into fancy shapes—such as hearts, diamonds or stars; use cutter. Ishould not use the fancy shapes, however, un- less everything else of the affair is in perfect keeping. A nicedressing for all material intended for sandwiches is— Take one cup of vinegar, put it into a granite kettle, let it come to a boil, then stir into this one tablespoonful of corn starch dissolved in water; let the mix- ture boil three minutes; take from the fire; now stir into this the yolks of two eggs, well beaten, one tablespoonfal of butter, and half a teaspoonful each of salt, sugar, mustard and two dashes of red pepper; mix the dry ingredients well together before adding them to the dressing. This dressing will keep a week in any kind of weather without ice. It may be used for any kind of salad. It it should become too stiff moisten it with cream or butter. Take the desired quantity of ham, chicken, turkey, lamb or beef, chop it very fine or ran it throngh a meat grinder. Mix with either of these meatsenough of the dressing to season it welland make it of a nice consistency to spread on the bread. It is now considered a very poor sandwich that is made from sliced meat. A little Worchester sauce added will make the meat sandwiches more palatable. For cheese sandwiches grate the cheese; mix with the dressing as above. For olive sandwiches cut the meat from the seed, chop very fine, then mix with the dressingfand spread. Peanut sandwiches, take both shells from the nut, roll until very fine, mix with dressing and spread. Tomato or lettuce sandwiches, spread the bread lightly with the dressing, put between it aslice of tomato or a leaf of crisp lettuce. Be sure to have which ever you use the shape of the bread. Sar- dine sandwiches, skin and bone_the fish, mach fine with a fork, mix with dress- ing and spread. Club sandwiches are made with three pieces of bread and two fillings that combine well—euch as cheese and ham or chicken and olives. Pat the chicken on one lice of bread and the olives on the other; let the third piece of bread come between. Butter sandwiches are made with simply but- ter, using either white or brown bread or both. White and brown sandwiches ‘are nice served with blue points. Usual- Jy, at least, one side of the bread is but- tered for all sandwiches, bat I have never thought it necessary since the filling is always quite rich. For a light ordinary luncheon sandwiches may be served with the coffee, tes or chocolate. In the event of an elaborate dinner or Inncheon serve them with the salad course. For extraordinary social fano- tions tieeach sandwich with a pretty bow of baby ribbon. | Mett L. Brantley writes from New Orleans, La: “The waiters of St. Char- les Hotel have organized two base ball clubs, consisting of elevator boys. etc., their names being the “Swamp Angels” and the “Currys,” the latter being named after the headwaiter. They played their second game of the season on Tuesday, March 27, at Fenan’s Park. Quite a large crowd was in attendance, consisting of guests gf the hotel, man- ager andtheir friends, The boys played in earnest from start to finish, Their time being limited, they only played four innings and a half. The batteries on both sides were excellent. ‘The catch- er for the'Swamp Angels,” having been a member of the Cuban Giants at one time, showed himeelf to be in fine form. Wiley, better known among the boys as “Snow Ball,” carried off the honors of the evening as an earnest player, as did Ike Golden, captain of the “Swamp Angels.” The umpire, Richard Wilson, who the boys call “‘Spotey,” was very earnest in his decisions. Whenever the boys would squeal ali he wonld say “I say you're out.” Bat, as the boys were very gentlemanly-fied, he didn't need any protection after the game was over. The score was8 to 12in favor of “Swamy Angels.” See The Freeman for partic nlars of games each week, which can be bought at Thos. E, Pulley’s, 1138 Dry adea street. \ qe e) ech Aw. ‘ e % N \ 4 \ N ‘ \ WR DR. SHEA, MARVELOUS MEDIUM bisie eis: Gives the names of dead and living friends, tells" Who and when you will marty, also of Dusiness journeys, law-ouits, abscut friends, health of angthing oa with to know, U6 matter what itis, He can eall up yours irit Friends nnd show them to, fo. Gan mai then Yap all around the room. He asks no questions, dontbask youto write names for him Don sy in’ auy way, but tells you Hahtod Be & thorougily indorsed by lead ing spiritualists everywhere, received from fem gold medal and special license to Dractice iis woudertul powors: credentials no She else can show can give thousands of refer Shoes. ta. both ‘white and colored patrons. Twenty-five years’ practice—seven in Brookiyn Gulldhow Zouthat ho can do all he tlls of Gan tell what business 19: best for yon and hore, how to win speedy marriad "with the ‘ne you love.” How to ve successful in all } OUF Goings, in short, what. is bea: to do. He suc- ceeds When all others fail. Positive satistac- Hon oro pay. Call acd see.~ You will nd i lucky to consult this Christian gentleman, ‘He hasa medicine that will cure drankeoness, cat peeiven patients not knowing i. Thousands through bim are now RICH, HAPPY AND SUCCESSFUL srith al hols undertakings, wlll, thote who Reglect big adv co are still, Iabo ing against Poverty. Through his perfect know! age of Ehemistry he can impart'to you asccret that Ful pregame, your enemite and win your Friends. His aid and advice pas often been solicited; the result has always been the secur: ing of sheody and bappy m rriages and al Foam, wishes. in love aiairs he ‘mover fail (clas the seoret of winning the affections of the opposite sex. it Gs! the curse of Spiritualism that in all large cities there iga class of men and women who claim powers they do not possess, ‘They Have ncither eta, eredrntiais Bor reference Surley the edlored people are not so wanting in sense as to throw their t'me and money Sway onsuch. Dr. Shea Fefersto the Hon, Chas, Miller, capitalist, 281 Atlantic avenue, the Hon. Wm. Denmore, architect ard. builder, 47 Cievelaud avenue, ‘and Mr. “Fred Lampe, Foor, OH alton street, Brooklyn. All have jown hit fur the past ten yeara. no gives 8 free test of his power to all, "The Doctor bas Bfactiged gve years in Now Orleans, Bt Loui, femphis Loulevilie uagerstands thoroughly the diseases. spells or influences the race 1s Subject to. “He has How and always had the Patronage from them. ane to Naw ork ton albert ween came to New York from Albany. 1 was a stranger in a strange city, out of work and out ct money. Phadine tak ia anything funder: took. What todo I did not kuow. “A friend advised me tog “and see Dr. Shea. Tala He fold me the eaiee of my troubles he took me in and treated me as a brother. ‘Through bim T got, good position that very week. T bad besn toothers! they took my money and did Be no wood. blows the day. frst met, Dr. Shea.” f'would advise ail tn bad luck, sick oF Jn Trouble, to goto him at ques Sincerely. ‘ALBERT AYRES, Plainfield, N. J. ‘A SENSATION IN BROOKLYN—A MINISTER'S STATE- srniok ; 1 wish to state that one of my parishoners wassick and in trouble for a long time, Mrs Brown, #1 Ga strect, ‘No gne seemed to ui deretatid her case. ‘She hak several doctors, that none of them se med to know what was the matter, None cout do her guy good. it Wastmy duty as Her pastor to call aod coe her. On hearing of the wonderfol work belng done Ur Br Sha she’ Inat few genre 7 thou f Would cail wnd seo bm myself. {found him a Sympatbetic gentiomm.-And he, gave mo & sonderful tg of ‘his powers: told ‘me to send Bit lock 0f the patlents hain, which Tala by Hor danghter. ‘then be told at once, what was the matter. and ine short time ‘cured her found dwell, “Hee famiy’ bad eomingiy been under ‘a cloud. ‘Now all is changed. All are well and prosperous “I ean traly and Deartily'recommena Dr. Shee, $0 all those in Sickness or distr ss ofan hind Paton cabenge ently iit, JOBNEON. y Lebanon Ohurch, Broakiyn. 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It might be imprudent to inform an individual or a nation that owing to their very inherent nature or disposition, precautionary measures are necessary. Yet it safe to assume that the Government at Washington carefully weighed this matter, and while it could not set forth the reason for imposing certain conditions without being offensive—a probable cause leading to a probable effect, yet the reason for so doing is readily deduced from what was done. The race troubles will be a factor in Cuban politics as they have been brewing every since the war. Gomez, the Negro leader, promises to be very effective in some work he has mapped out. The very emphatic announcement tends to prove that all is not as lovely as marriage bells, and that a struggle for racial supremacy in politics is very likely, a liberal translation of what Gomez means. If the Negro leader is wise, as he should be, he ought to be giving evidences of it; wisdom does not consist of fine speeches; "they butter no parsnips." Pronunciamentoes are out of order. If he really insists on doing what he gives out—building up a "strong Negro party"—he should do it with his Italian hand out of sight. He certainly invites attack by his declaration and locates his situation. In fact discretion would suggest that Senor Gomez do not attempt to form a separate Negro party or build up a Negro following. Cuba has the reputation of being fairly free from racial prejudices, while such will enter, yet an invitation to them should not be extended. He should, if acceptable, stand as an adviser, a leader, whose purpose should be to direct the people to do those things that would tend to keep racial friction down to a minimum and ward off eternally the hard fate that has befallen the Negroes of several of the American States. Such a leader is not a coward nor a truckler; his duty is to save, to point out the way. Such a position, under the circumstances, is the proper one. Prevention is the theory, the cure is THE FRL. AN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPE. always problematical. There are those of the American States, Negroes who preach the gospel of the largest possible freedom; it is right. But when it comes to action it is anything but the desire for the utmost freedom as evidenced through the actions. If men are not prepared to die by their ultimatums they should never be uttered. The policy of conservatism is far better than that other that at last goes crushed and slinking from the field without inflicting the enemy a single wound. Gomez has America as an example for his future guidance. HON. GEORGE H. WHITE. Ex-Congressman George H. White has replied to an article that appeared in the Washington Post of a recent date. Mr. White thought the article a reflection on him and his career before the public. His reply is indicative of his feeling in the matter. The Post thought that he should return to North Carolina and stay there. Mr. White says that conditions are not there now as when he left. He strikes very hard when he says: "In my study of moral philosophy I have never seen where a people is called upon to commit a great national wrong that a small amount of good might follow to a certain class." After citing at length the political wrong done the Negroes in the several States, he continues: "I feel that my place is where I can best care for my own household and do the most good for the race with which I am identified—whether it be North Carolina, the District of Columbia, East, West or North. But I wish to address myself more particular to a news item, with repertorial comments and conclusions, which appeared in Saturday's Post, in which it is unreservedly stated that it is hardly to be expected that I would be given so good a place as an auditorship, which pays $4,000 per annum, and I would be 'perfectly satisfied' with a deputy auditorship, which pay $2,500 per annum. Just where your reporter got the information that I would be so easily contented with so small a position I am not advised. Why should I be 'satisfied' with a position of less dignity and salary than any other man situated as I am?" Then Mr. White shows some warmth in recounting his services to his party, insisting that his positions, the few he has had, were won at the ballot-box. "I was delegate-at-large to the St. Louis convention, and again a delegate to the Philadelphia convention, and voted for the nomination of President McKinley in each instance, I gave my time and efforts unstintingly in each of the campaigns in which he was elected, even at the cost of my own health during my canvass of seven different States last fall. Then why should I expect of Mr. McKinley a position of less moment than Mr. Aldrich. or any of my colleagues of the Fifty-fifth and Fifty-sixth Congresses? The Post is of the opinion that I am not properly indorsed, or that I have not sufficient backing. If so, this position cannot be sustained in the face of indorsements and recommendations from 180 Republican members and Senators of the Fifty-sixth Congress requesting that the President accord to me the recognition I seek." To this very formidable array of names he adds those of chairman of State committees and other prominent individuals. He thinks he has the accord and good will of 90 per cent, of the 10,000,000 Negroes of the United States. "Again I ask, why should I be perfectly satisfied with the position indicated in your article of Saturday?" John D. Rockefeller, Jr., the millionaire, has recently paid Booker T. Washington's school a visit. He addressed the pupils, saving, in part: "This school has opened my eyes. It is a great inspiration; it teaches the principle upon which success is founded, the principle is work. All toil is honorable and dignified; it makes the man manly and the woman womanly. Do not be ashamed to do any work that falls to your hands. When I went to my father's office to work I was willing to do any sort of work, if it were putting on my father's shoes I did not care how humble it was; I wanted to begin at the bottom and learn. Do not be afraid to make a lowly beginning. Man is never too old to do any kind of work. Success by doing the common every day things of life uncommonly well. Do the little every day duties of life without a murmur. Do them well. That brings success to every man and woman." The Negroes of Philadelphia have organized a bank with a capital of $50,000. Tuskegee, Ala., also has a new bank controlled by Negro capital and brains. These are proper in their way of looking after the young Negroes' future. Banks stand for thrift and economy. They are incentives to industry and saving. Yet there are other corporations that should be organized where brains and money are not the only essentials. Corporations for first class farming, including all of those pursuits known to agriculture should be formed. Brawn, muscle, labor could figure in these along with brains and money. Ex-Congressman George H. White, of North Carolina, says that he feels to have the accord and good will of 90 percent of the 10,000,000 Negroes of the United States. Well, he certainly has ours on general principles beyond racial consideration. Any man that can secure 200 individual endorsements for an office, to an office he is entitled to fill ought to have it by some means. The actual time put in in performing the task, the ability to secure the signatures show that Mr. White went after that office with no thought of not getting it. His patience, faith, as well as his very eminent services to his party are to be considered. We certainly trust that labor of such titanic proportions will not go unrewarded. It is very likely that a constitutional convention will be the result of the recent election in Alabama. These latter day conventions have become famous for the oneness of purpose running them all—the disfranchisement of Negroes. It may be presuming too much to say that the State of Alabama will follow in the wake of the several other disfranchising States, but it looks that way. The matter of restricting the vote when such restrictions reach all, those of either race, is not to be looked upon with disfavor. It is pernicious if it fails to include all. While naturally enough we are for ex-Congressman White, but it should be borne in mind that there ought not to be too much letting down in securing a political office after having served in such high capacity. The race is concerned and many of us would prefer to remain humble rather than be exalted at a certain kind of expense. We hope to see quality in kind in those who have something to stand for. Our last congressman should not put forward too much effort to secure an appointment. His services are known; he is known. Rev. C. W. Thompson, of Coatesville, Pa., is now filling the pulpit of Wayman Chapel of this city. He comes highly recommended by Bishop Grant, who sought him out especially for the work owing to his great success in his previous field of labor. Rev. Thompson has made a decided impression which bids fair to be big with results. He is very effective in the pulpit. He is rather a high churchman, wearing a robe and other accessories indicative of form and ceremony. General Capote, of the Cuban Committee, on leaving Washington, had the following to say: "We have concluded our business here. We have had two interviews with the President and four with the Secretary of War, during which all matters we came to discuss had the fullest and most minute consideration. We came to consider the relations between Cuba and the United States, and these, both political and economical, had the most careful attention. We return to Cuba, and will deliver to the constitutional convention all the information we have obtained, information which is highly important and interesting." It is said that ex-Congressman White will decline a $2,500 deputy auditorship of the treasury department if tendered, as rumor insisted it would be. Mr. White has just retired from congress, and his friends feel that owing to services and ability he should be recognized by the administration by some fitting appointment The Colored American of Washington is out in a two-clumn editorial in which it endeavors to show why Vice-president Roosevelt should be the next president. It says: "The next President of the United States ought to be Theodore Roosevelt, of New York." An industrial school for colored boys and girls has been started at Bloomington, Ind., by Halston V. Eagleson, a prominent colored man of that city. There is no reason why a school of that kind should not be started in the vicinity of Indianapolis. Aguinaldo has taken the oath of allegiance; its old "news" now, but we have said it for the first time. We have grown to be extremely skeptical as to rumors. Tangible evidence is far more preferable. So he has taken the oath—he'll get over it. Major Taylor, the "Black Wonder," is taking Paris by storm. He is in great favor there, and winning the races. Some have chosen to dub him the "Black Zimmerman," but Taylor should stand for Taylor. The "Black Wonder" is good enough. The Tuskegee Institute Bank is a new feature of that famous school. It has only been in operation for a short period of time, yet it has already had $2 300 deposited in it. Booker T. Washington may be styled the "Wizard of Tuskegee." A trinity of traitors—and their commercial value: Judas I. Scariot. 30 pieces of silver. Benedict Arnold, commission in English Army, w. hannibal thomas, some notoriously and a small royalty.--The Colored American, Washington, D. C. O. M. Woods, of the St. Louis schools, will go to Porto Rico, where he will be identified with the public schools. He is well known in educational and political circles. He was one of the promoters of the Knights of Pytnias order. Paul Lawrence Dunbar, the Negro poet, was at Tuskegee, Ala., last week, where he recited some of his verses. Mr. Dunbar, perhaps, is our best known poet. Tuskegee News. Tuskegee, Ala., Special.—This has been a gala week at the Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute. A party of 60 persons visited the school as guests of Robert C. Ogden, the merchant prince of New York, partner of John Wanamaker, a man who is vitally interested in all matters that concern the education of the Negro and his betterment along those lines which mean for good citizenship. In the party were philanthropists, financiers, distinguished ministers and educators of national reputation. On Monday the dedication exercises of Dorothy Hall, the new girls' Industrial building, were held. This building cost $15,000 and is the gift of two New York ladies whose kindness to the school has often been felt in the most substantial manner. One of them was present at the exercises but no announcement of her presence was made. The building is 98 feet 6 inches by 143 feet outside dimensions, and it contains 19 rooms which are used for the several divisions of laundering, millinery, cooking, plain sewing dressmaking, mattress making and upholstering. The dedication address was delivered by Dr. E Winchester Donald, the successor of Phillips Brooks as rector of Trinity Church, Boston. His address was a magnificent and splendid effort and won the warm approval of all who were present at the exercises. A dedication poem specially prepared for the occasion was read by Paul Laurence Dunbar, the famous Negro poet, who has been present at the institution for ten days reading for our students and lecturing upon literary subjects. On Tuesday the annual exercises of the Agricultural and Mechanical Departments were held. Fertty-one young people are to receive certificates from the various divisions at the commencement exercises May 30. The program rendered was a most interesting one. In the party which came to Tuskegee as Mr. Ogden's guests were such well known and distinguished persons as Dr. Charles H. Parkhurst, the famous New York reformer; John D. Rocksfeller, Jr.; Mr. William H. Baldwin, Jr., President of the Long Island Railway; Frank N. Doubleday and Walter H. Page of the firm of Doubleday, Page & Co; Dean James E Russell of the Teachers' College, New York; Rt. Rev. W. N. McVickar, Bishop of Rhode Island; Dr. J. L. M. Curry, the agent of the Slater and Peabody Education Funds; Julian Hawthorne, besides a host of others. It was a notable gathering at Tuskegee and undoubtedly means much for the famous institution in the future. All of the departments of the school were thoroughly examined and helpful advice given. It is an event out of the ordinary for such distinguished persons to make a long trip into the far South to visit a Negro institution and spend two days as its guests, and Tuskegee and Principal Washington are to be congratulated that they are objects of such keen solicitude. Roxie Items. Roxie, Miss., Special.—We are glad to note that among the many hustling colored farmers, Mr. Sam Gordon, a subscriber for The Freeman, has in cultivation $123\frac{1}{2}$ acres of land, of which 110 is planted in cotton, 20 in corn, 2 in potatoes and $\frac{1}{2}$ in peanuts, to say nothing of his four excellent mules and innumerable fowls. He contemplates making 60 bales of cotton. Keep the ball rolling brother Sam. Your industry is worthy of imitation. Rev. R. H. Patton pastor of the M. E church, Meadville District, Franklin county, Miss., is putting fourth strong efforts towards establishing a Methodist church here. Today he held his first meeting in a two story residence which is being erected for himself. He preached enthusiastically on morality. The choir furnished excellent music and every thing was done in order. Prof. Prince Cameron is visiting relatives in Franklin County. Zanesville Notes. Zanesville, O., Special.—Miss Anna L. Tate is convalescing. There was a musical and literary entertainment at Union Baptist church Thursday April 25. Miss Ida Pritchet a graduate of Zanesville high school, in June has been appointed one of the speakers in the commencement on account of high grades in her studies. Louis Payton has returned home from the Curry school Urbana, O. Mrs. Rush of Muskungum Ave., has been called to Pittsburg, Pa., by illness of her daughter. Sunday will be communion at Union Baptist church. The May number of the Colored American Magazine can be secured from the agent of The Freeman. Interest in the Christian Endeavor meetings at St. Paul A. M. E. church is increasing. There was an entertainment at St. Paul A. M. E. church Tuesday evening. Mr. E. C. Boyer has opened a fine barber shop on West Main street. The Muskungum River is so high that work on the new Y bridge has been very much retarded. The Y. P. S. M. I met at St. Paul A. M. E. church Monday evening. News Notes. Wheeling, W. Va., Special —The Freeman on sale at Wheeling Co, Store leave all items of interest there where it will receive proper attention. Miss Johnson was called home on account of the serious illness of her father, who we regret to say is no better. Mr. Frank Dolan is able to be out after a serious illness. The members of the Fortnightly Dramatic Club were highly entertained by Mr. and Mrs. Robert Mason at their residence on Chapline street Tuesday the 29 inst. Mrs. Samuel Robinson who has been ill is somewhat improved which will be news to her friends. Miss Georgiana Lee's entertainment was highly successful at Simpson M. E. church Thursday evening. Miss Elmira Chatman who has been residing here left for her home Sunday in Washington, Pa., after which she leaves for Swickley, Pa., to accept position as clerk. Waymens A. M. E. church is making great preparations for a Sacred concert the first Sunday in May under their choister elect C. O. Johns. Mr. Jennings Hopewell left for Pittsburg the 24th inst., which place he will make his future home. Miss Eliza Glasgow left for Cadiz, O., where she has a class of 16 in music every Friday. The sketch of Col. Rob Grant was appreciated by the agent as well as his friends it was an excellent likeness of him. In it The Freeman did itself proud. Dversburg News. Dyersburg, Tenn., Special.—Miss Georgia L. Steward the assistant teacher of Bruce High School has been on the sick list. Mr. Jesse James went to Newburn on last week. Mr. John Ridley has received his slide trombone speed on. Mr. Omer Thomas and Thomas Robinson seem to look better. The Tabernacle Baptist church paid the Ripley people back their visit on last Sunday. Mr. Alex Horton's boy known as Fassey Horton died on last Friday evening, disease pneumonia. The Tabernacle Baptist church carried on their revival services on last week and report a good time. The C. P. church was given the use of the Baptist church for their rally on last Sunday reports a handsome sum. The member of the C. P. church are making preparation to rebuilding a new church, may the good Lord help them. The E. P. U. met at the home of Miss Strains on last Friday night reports of a nice time were carried out. Juvenile band under the leadership of Mr. Omer Thomas is ready to fill all engagements. Henderson News. Henderson, Ky., Special.—Miss Daisy B. Walker the noted elocutionist is in the city. Miss Emma D Banks is visiting in Evansville. Miss Lucy Brooks has returned to Chicago after a brief visit to her mother Mrs. Phyllis Brooks. Mrs. E. H. Browne who has been on the sick list is now convalescent. Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Owen Hall gave them a pleasant house warming on Monday night April 22. Mr. and Mrs. Hall recently lost their house and its contests by fire. The contributors were as follows: Mesdames J. Bell, W. Miller, C. Watson, W. B. Taylor, W. Williams, E. Short, W. J. Browne, T. Rudy, R. Cabell, B. F. Taylor, P. Alexander, A. L. Marshall, S. Pollard, Misses F. Eastin, I. B. Jordan, S. A. and N. M. Browne, M. Greene, J. Hall, and A. D. Elliott. Robert Lewis, of St. Louis, Mo., who has been visiting relatives here has returned home Mrs. Lizzie Grayson is quite ill at her residence on Madison street. Miss Nellie Mae Browne accompanied by her niece little Miss Sue Ella Browne spent Saturday in Evansville. Mr. John Crabtree has gone to Terre Haute Interesting Notes. Popular Bluff, Mo., Special.—Mr. Thomas Henderson's wife is visiting her mother for a few days at Hawes, Ark. The K. P. sermon was preached by Rev. Madison pastor of the A. M. E church collection $40.45. May God bless the members of the K. P. and make them good men. (CONTINUED FROM FIRST PAGE) who bitterly opposed the dismissal of the Negroes. Ex Congressman John S. Wise, in his remarks in behalf of the colored servants, said: "The Negro has made an excellent servant, and I believe that the best servants in the world can be found amongst them. The real Southern colored man is good enough for me for a servant, and lots of them can be found." Eva J. Swanson, the wife of Chas. H. White, late tenor of Isham's Octooroon company, made quite a hit at the Grand Central Palace in the rendition of "I Would Like to Hear that Song Again." Miss Swanson possesses one of the finest voices of quality and tone in the city. The publishers of the above named ballad desire her to feature this song with the Williams and Walker company the coming season. She is a graduate of the Fourteenth Street Conservatory of Music of New York City. Her mother, M. M. E. Swanson, is a teacher in the public schools here. Don't fail to read The Freeman, the acknowledged king of all Negro journals. The Freeman should be in every home in the city. Send all items for publication to J. Harry Jackson. 114 W. 31st street, New York City Farmington News Farmington, Mo., Special—Rev. W. M. Young is visiting friends here this week. Mr. H. B. Keates went to St. Louis on the 30th. Little Linard State is very sick also little Chancy Bell has been very sick but is improving at this writing. Mrs. Louisa Anthony and little Irene Cunningham and Grace Anthony made a short visit to Knobick Sunday. Mrs. Caroline Edwards was called to attend the bedside of her son-in-law Mr. George Manl at Bonne Terre who is very sick. Mr. Frank Harris made a flying trip to Fredricktown on the 26th inst. Mr. Fred Madison wife and little son have returned from Bonne Terre. Little Allen Bean has been real sick with the measles but is much better. Those wishing to read The Freeman can always find them at Mr. A. Glovers barber shop every Saturday. Ironton News. Ironton, Mo., Special—Mr. William Harden of St. Louis is visiting relatives in Ironton. The funeral of Mr. Edward Russell who died on the 19th of April was held at the M.E. church on the 20th. The commencement exercises of the public school took place at the Academy of Music on the 26th. The graduating class is composed of Mayelle Albertia Arnett, Elva Josephine Russell, and Anna Beatrice Ellis. The Academy of Music was filled to its utermost. The stage was elegantly decorated with rare plants and beautiful flowers, the class motto "Perserve Brings Success," was suspended over head, united with streamers of the class colors pink and green. Vicksburg, Miss., April 26, 1901. Editor The Freeman, Indianapolis, Ind. Dear Sir,—Can you inform me as to where I may obtain a plaster of paris cast of bust of Fred Douglass, Maceo, Langston or any other Negro hero, living or dead? I feel that if you will make inquiries through the columns of The Freeman, the best and most widely-read newspaper of the race, the article can be had if in the market. Respectfully, C. HENRI WOODE. Will some one kindly furnish information sought?—[Editor The Freeman.] Children's Day Service FULL OF MELODY CHILDREN'S DAY EACH NUMBER IN THIS COLLECTION A-GEM FRAGRANT FLOWERS An Original Service for the Sunday School WORDS AND MUSIC BY F.A.GLARK. "AUTHOR OF HAIL THE ROUGAL VICTOR" PUBLISHED F.A.GLARK 1157 So Cleveland Ave PHILADELPHIA, PA. 56 per Single Copy • 504 per Dosen • $490 per Hundred Post Post. Copyright 1901 by F.A.Glark. F. A. CLARK MUSICAL + DIRECTOR UNION A. M. E. CHURCH PHILADELPHIA, PA. STAGE. join the No. 1 Co. Lula Brown went Chicago. Ollie C. Shelton received EDITED BY "Woodbine" THE FREEMAN POST OFFICE. A stamped enveloped, plainly addressed, must be enclosed for each letter, and the line of business followed by the person addressed should be given, in order to prevent mistakes. Norse-Professionals and others should bear in mind that all letters are to be between the United States and Canada, must be prepaid, otherwise they are not forwarded. NOTICE.--Advertised letters will be held in The Freeman Post Office for FOUR WEEKS ONLY hereafter. Arnelle, Miss Glenn Barnett, Miss Nettle 3 Barnes, Mrs Lula Blackwell, Mrs Clara Madam E A Fillie Mary&Dor y Johnson, Eile GENTLEMEN'S LIST Barbour, Berni Brows, Ace Brown, Richard Brown, Jessie Chatters, Jas P Dodd, S E Fernande Jas W. E. Fisher, Prof S R Gary, Miss Lillian Gauss, Oscar Glosson, enpencer G Green, E O Hodges, A M Hughes, Ed Housley, P. G. (3) Housley, Angelo 4 Housley, G W Humphreys, W A 2 Jackson, I S Johnson, J R Jordan, J W Lee, RE Leach, Robert Lewis, Chas Manning, John Mason, A S McCabe, D W McKay, Theophilus M McGruder, Ambrose Morton, James S Owens, Mrs Sphilip Paul, Oscar F Nice, N E Rue, Charles E Scotte C J Simms, William Stevens, Augustus Thee, Thee The Fosters Thomas, Richard Thompson, R W Toledo, W Toulouse, Benny Woodard, Sidney Wright, L. J. L Viney, Whitten -ROUTE- RUSCO & HOLLAND'S NASHVILLE STUDENTS...Grand Rapids, Mica! Black Rapids, Moorheads (Voelkel and No-Managers) - Baltimore, Md, May 6 to 11 SLAYTON'S JUNIELLE SINGERS...Decora, Iowa, May 4; West Union 6; Eldora, 8; Tama, 9; Ames, 10; Lanark, III, 11 HARRISON BROS' NEW AND ANCIENT SOUTH Co-Kent, May 4; Henderson, 6; Princeton, 10; Vincennes, 6 CANADIAN JUNIELLE SINGERS...St Johns N B Canada, May 6-7; Sussex, 9; Prediction, 10,11,12 Lash Gideon would like to hear from John Stewart. Marsh Craig was married to Miss Anna Leach at Cairo, Ill , last week. H. LaShe joined the "Coontown 400" company at Topeka, Kans , last week. Chas. J. Ross sends regards to the "Hottest Coon in Dixie" and Slayton's jubilee companies. Chas. T., and Nellie V. Small send regards to both "Coon Hollow" companies and all friends. J. L. Lacey, of Lacey Bros. Vaudeville Co., is now permanently located at Leavenworth, Kans , and doing well. Perry Black joined "Down Mobile" Co., at Louisville, Ky.; he's one of the "big 6" now, and sends regards to all friends. Harry Faton has cancelled all engagements with the famous Mozart Quartette and joined hands with Ben Hunn. Success. Fred Douglass is organizing a minstrel show in Des Moines, Iowa, to take the road, under canvas, about the 15th inst. and travel west. Al. E. and Mamie Holman send regards to all friends, and says "Hello John W. Barr and A. L. Mason, our address is always The Freeman." The following members of Lincoln J. Carter's "Down Mobile" Co., were pleasant Freeman callers during their engagement here: Chas. J. Ross, Chas. T. Small, Nellie V. Small, Mamie E. Holman, Perry Black, Al. E. Holman and Prince. They said the season would close in Chicago May 19. The Pine Bluff Students Comedy Co. opened their season Monday night to a large audience in the auditorium of the Colored Industrial Institute at Pine Blufi, Ark. Arthur Wilson and Billy Young, Jr., are principal comedians; Moses Walker, manager, and Willie Winston, secretary. Al W. Martin's "Uncle Tom's Cabin" company closed its winter season the 27th ult. at Camden, N. Y., everybody doing well. The Marshall family and the Brockman's left for Cincinnati to CHE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER join the No. 1 Co. Lula Brown went to Chicago. Ollie C. Shelton received a diamond stud, and Tillie Turpin received a pair of diamond ear rings; they went to Philadelphia; also Bill Wilkens, Jas. Blaney and "Pap." Ollie Shelton and Miss Turpin will remain there until the 14th inst. then will open with Morgan's "Tom" Co., at Johnstown, N. Y. Now will you do that well. That's all. Watch our mugs next season. Regards to all friends. "A Coon With the Raglan Craze," by Sherman Boone is the latest coon song craze on the market. Characteristic Ragtime, yet extremely inspiring and catchy—touring far above all previous efforts in ragtime coon songs. The Freeman acknowledges the receipt of a copy of this beautiful song from the publishers. A notable feature of the song is, the colored gent isn't in love with his "gal," his "honey" or his "baby," but is much in love with his Raglan clothes; price 50 cents. Copies can be had of the publishers for 40 cents, by addressing E. C. Knox & Co., music publishers, 318 N. Capitol ave., Indianapolis, Ind. Lincoln J. Carter's "Down Mobile" Co., played three days at the Park theatre, Indianapolis, to packed houses, and they certainly made good, although two of the colored members were suffering of severe colds during their engage AL E. HOLMAN. ment here. Our sentiments are voiced in the following article from the In' dianapolis Journal, a leading morning paper: "The is good singing by the Mobile quartette: Al E. Holman, Chas. J. Ross, Perry Black and Chas. T. Small; assisted by Mandy and old Aunt Lue, and dancing by the inhabitants of the Negro quarter, who are genuine darkies. Perry Black, a member of the quartette showed Park patrons something decidedly out of the ordinary in buck and wing dancing, and Mamie Holman danced with her whole body, which seemed made of springs and rubber. Nellie V. Small as Aunt Lue deserves special mention, as she is one of the best colored "mammy" impersonators ever seen at the Park." And the members of the company say that Perry Black got more on his first night than our champion did the entire season. J. H. Hearde writes from Dawson, Alaska. I have been successful in selecting six wild mooses for street parade of my grand production entitled "Lucky Jack," which I will rehearse and stage and open in Chicago, Aug 18, 1903, with S. H. Dudley and Flo Estelle in the title role. The company will consist of 48 people, traveling in our own train of cars, one of the largest colored productions ever staged in America. The street parade will consist of two bands, six Klondyne mooses, ten Shetland ponies, 12 Creole ladies horseback, also 12 gents horseback and three vehicles. Best regards to my professional friends. Will leave here about Jan. 1, 1903 for Chicago. Tell Geo. Bailey, Billy Young and P. G. Lowery that I am on top at last. Hello, Ernest Hogan, 'all good comes to him who waits' and takes his time. BOSTON—Belle Davis was compelled to cancel the week of April 22 at Keith's on account of Hyde and Behman not releasing her from her Brooklyn engagement. Belle King, of the King Sisters, filled Miss Davis' place very nicely. Belle Davis returns April 29 for an indefinite run. Cole and Johnson played to standing room only the entire week at the Grand. Hunn & Eaton's park show begins the 15th of June at Burlington, Vt. I have written a pretty little coon ballad entitled 'Sweet Caroline,' which will be featured at Keith's in the song sheet the week of June 6th. Cooper and Bailey, the popular young comedians, are rehearsing a new act which they will introduce at the Boston Music Hall as soon as ready. Ben Hunn writes from Chicago that he was the hit of the bill at the Olympic Theatre. Hunn will return to Boston soon to arrange for New York engagement together. The New York Sunday Telegraph, in last Sunday's issue, says that Ben Hunn and Harry Eaton should be Characteristic Ragtime, yet Inspiring. One of Boone's Master Productions. First Edition Just Published The Prettiest Coon Song Ever Presented to the Public. Order Now of big headliners next season with any combination or in vaudeville.—HARRY EATON. 144 Castle street. The regular season of the Slayton Jubilee Singers is moribund, and in a few days more will be only a pleasant recollection. In reviewing their work the company has something to be proud of. They have linked the East and the West together in sweetest melody. Their deportment and life in general has been so dignified that every white person with whom they have come in contact has had his prejudice against the Negro, if he had any, materially lessened. Many a hotel at which they have been quartered, at first extending them only a cold and feeble welcome has on account of their behavior and general carriage, changed that to a most congenial one. The intellectual development has been very noteworthy. Like bees sipping the extracts of flowers, they have trod the highways and bows of literature, gathering its sweets to enrich their minds. From the ephemeral writings of the daily newspapers to the most gifted classics have they carried their reading. In the future fame, standing at her roll of honor, will dip her pen in the clear sun light and write the names Helms and Helms, Tutt and Tutt, Turner and Sylvester-Turner, Murphy, Washington and Johnson; then binding them together with the name Slayton will hold them up to posterity as a company peerless in ability, unapproachable in intelligence, unsurpassable in dignified demeanor. Frank Clermont writes that the most eventful ceremony during this season with Gideon's Big Minstrel Carnival was at Cairo, Ill.; Marsh Craig and Miss Anna Leach being the contracting parties. To cut the story short, upon arrival they were quietly married; Skinner Harris and Julius Glenn being groomes. On Tuesday night at Duquoin, Ill., aboard our magnificent car "Rhoy," titled after our little mascot, Rhoy, the little son of Mrs. P. T. Wright, was a large spread awaiting the entire company upon our arrival at the car. Our popular chef, Jas H. Stevenson, had the dining department of the car well decorated with flowers, and the table well decorated with a course of the best that the market afforded, in the line of the ever good chewing and plenty of beer, yes Pabst Pale. Jas Norman being the page boy, Skinner Harris the man behind the bar; Dan Desdunes, master of ceremonies; Frank Clermont assumed the role of headwaiter with a corps of assistants, viz. Jim Toomey, Manzie Campbell, Geo. Baquet, Billy Miller, Joe Patton. After partaking of the fare totoes of good wishes and luck were extemporized in honor of Mr. and Mrs Marsh Craig. The band played a wedding march, followed by the operatic singing of the quartette. A case of wine was opened and drinks being served, L E Gideon made a speech in honor of the couple which illicited applause and laughter. At a late hour everybody, feeling happy, retired for the night. The bride and groom received presents of all descriptions. It is not exactly known just where the couple will spend their honeymoon, but (?) its very likely to be abroad, as our car will tour Canada Mr. and Mrs Marsh Craig send regards to friends. Amos Galliard and Frank Jackson send regards to friends. Geo. Baquet send regards to Ralph Nicolas and Frank Caskry. GREATER NEW YORK —The Enreka Trio, John P. Harris, manager, is doing nicely in club engagements. Belle Davis and Ernest Hogan were the only colored people on the bill at the New York theatre last Sunday, and, of course, made their usual hit. Chas Lindsay and Richard Merritt are the colored members of Geo. W. Lederer's big musical extravaganza, "The Casino Girl," which is now enjoying a successful run at the Kickerbocker the tre. The Blue Ridge Comedy Four: Chas. Williams, W. Brown, Henry Williams and Chas. Stafford, spent several days in the city last week; they left Thursday for Al. bany, N. Y., where they rejoined the "Hearts of the Blue Ridge" company. Thos. Carter, of the Farrell-Taylor Trio, was in town last week; he sends regards to Smart and Williams and other friends, Mr. Carter left for Philadelphia, Monday; they are with the "Bowery Burlesquers. Thomas Fletcher, singing comedian, is filling an engagement at Send 40c in Stamps for a copy. the "Fair" on E. 14th street. The Williams & Walker company have been appearing before large and appreciative audiences at the Grand opera house this week. Ben Morgan, "Slim," Lansing Johns, Wm. Mayo, Theodore Miller, John Wellman and W. H. Murray are the colored people engaged in "The Prima Donna," the Herald Square theatre production. Belle Davis will sail for England to appear at the Palace theatre. Al. and Cecil Watts arrived in the city Sunday from Reading, Pa., having closed their engagement with the Black Patti Troubadours Lord Denton returned from Philadelphia Monday, "Whose Little Chocolate Babe is O?!" is the title of the latest coon song, with words by Jno. W. Dunston, and music by Percy Y. Clark. Chas. H. Moore's Walhallas were at College Point, N. Y. April 25; they gave a good show to fair business. Sutton and Jones were in the city last week. The "Alabama Merry Makers," under the management of Christopher Smith will open their season early in May; they have engaged a good cast. Winfred, Coates, Burris and Sutton are still with the Williams & Walker company, having been with them since the beginning of the season. They are already booked for four weeks in vaudeville after the closing of the season with the show, and have also received a flattering offer to go to England for a six months' stay. Miss Ada Overton, who has been on the sick list for the past two weeks, is able to appear again with the Williams & Walker company. Smart and Williams are expected in the city this week. We have been informed that Cole & Johnson's "A Trip to Coountown" will close its season at Philadelphia May 6. P. G. Lowery's concert band and vaudeville company began rehearsals here this week for their third season with the Forepaugh-Sells Bros.' show. Grant and Grant are in the city this week. Sam Elliott, trap drummer of Indianapolis, Ind., arrived in the city Sunday. He will be a member of Prof. Lowery's concert band and orchestra this summer. Read The Free man and keep up with the times. Chaucey Green is in town, at Hurtig & Sea man's music hall, this week.—J. HARRY JACKSON. CHICAGO.—Sunday was a gala day in the big city of the West; all the stage folk were out in line. Managers Ma harray, Watson, Rusco & Holland, Gomm Isham and Gideon have contributed a large amount of their once used talent to the long list of non-salary drawers that will be the ever regular ghost for awhile. The Shearragh quartette filled an engagement at Valparaiso, Ind., with the Roanoke company last week. Helen Harris and Joe Pleasant will leave the city soon to join the Sells-Forepaugh circus. Christian and Thomas brought one of the finest novelty acts ever presented to Chicago; in this effort Mr. Christian has outdone all former efforts, the electrical effects being a special feature; they open at the Chicago opera house for a week's run tomorrow after noon. Tom Logan arrived from Frisco, Cal., Saturday, and will locate for a month or so. The vandeville presents a good bill this week: Chas. Norton and quartette have on "The Hot Corn Man;" Jerry Barnes and company have on "Troubles of My Own," the Brewers opened over the Castle circuit Sunday 28 ult. Pony Moore carried an excursion to Louisville Sunday night 28 ult. to witness the Derby festivities, which were held there Monday. Ben Hunn got his at the Olympic last week. "Short Dog" was in town a few days at the Royal. A number of new faces can be seen this week; among them are Geo. Harris, H. C. Vaughn, Nellie Blake and "Frenchy." Silas Frazier left with his "Automobile" minstrels 28 ult for Buffalo. India Gordon is in town. John Christian is arranging for a big production in one of the leading theatres; it is to be an all-star specialty company; all the best talent in Chicago will be used. The Slayton jubilees are expected in the city the 5th inst. The roster of the company that left for Buffalo is as follows: Jas. C. Moore Arthur Maxwell Harry Craton, Cicero Reed, Sam Lane and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Cotton, Letha Liverpool, Miss C. C. Wilson and Silas Frazier; Miss Allie Tolston will handle the "Fortune Teller's Booth;" Prof. Morgan will lead the band. Miss Mella Bailey is on the sick list. Saint Suttle will stage a one act farce to run 35 minutes in vaudeville; opening at the Victoria. The Burley WANTED AT ONCE Man or Woman, (colored or white) as partner to invest $500, five hundred balance needed to launch good colored attraction for next season time—all booked. Address W A. SEYMOUR, (THE BLACK BOOTH), KANSAS CITY, Mo. Wanted At All Time Good Musicians, Quartette, Soubrettes, Drummers. Address all letters to THE FREEMAN Office, Indianapolis, Ind.. P. G. LOWERY, Manager 4-Paws' Vaudeville Company. States this summer, commencing in June. We will carry a brass band, my own canvass fencing and grand stair. Ball players writing must state reference and lowest salary in first letter, and remember we cannot use nothing but expert players so otherwise don't write. Enclose stamp for reply. Address PAT CHAPPELLE, TAMPA, FLA. P. S.—Can use a few more good musicians. THERIALTO A first-class resort to pass leisure hours; the best talent engaged; a ways wanting good people; programme changed weekly; well equipped waiter service; imported and domestic wines and cigars always on hand. H. H. EICHENBERGER, 530 11th St., Cairo, Ill. WANTED—Colored Lady Performers Immediately, state references, also send program, state color and what you do in first letter. I will send tickets to the right parties. Send stamp for reply. Address PAT CHAPELLE, Buckingham Theatre, Tampa, Fla.: NOTICE—Now booking performers and musicians for the famous "A Rabbit's Foot Comedy Go." for next season. [Regards to friends. Wanted A Good Musicians, Quartette, Soubre THE FREEMAN Office, Indianapolis, In P. G. L Manager 4-Paws' Vaudeville C 2 See--Drink--Laugh and be Merry at the Free Vaudeville Show Every Evening at ..... 2936 S A first-class resort to pass leisure hours; the be programme changed weekly; well equipped wi cigars always on hand. E. FOY (ELLIOTT), Manager. BILLY PIPE Would Like To He That double in Brass and O State lowest salary in first let H. H. EICHEN WANTED-- Colored also letter. I will send tickets to the right parties. PELLE, Buckingham Theatre, Tampa, Fla. clans for the famous "A Rabbit's Foot Comedy will be known hereafter as the Vandeville; Mack Reliford is now a joint partner of John Jennings. After a couple of weeks' lay off, Lottie Grady is on the bill again. Mr. and Mrs. Norton are still featured; their singing numbers are the best heard. Harvey Goodall, J. W Toomey and several members of the Nashville Students were in town Sunday; the company is playing about Chicago. B. P. Kennet, the magician at the Royal, is the talk of the South side; his tricks are something marvelous. Since the Maharra minstrels have arrived John Stewart has come to life again. Geo Moxley, the "Macon City Kid," Jas. Johnson and Billy Young are still about the city. Geo. Connelly, of the Blackstone quartette, is in the city. —J. E. GREEN. Muncie Items. Muncie, Ind., Special.—The A. M. E. church on E. Jackson street is being frescoed and a general renovating is in progress this week. The Women's Progress Club gave a Pan-American Fair in the Boston Block on E. Main street. May 1 and 2, proceeds to go to purchasing a lot on which to erect a building for the benefit of the citizens of Muncie. A building has long been needed in which to hold entertainments, and the ladies hope to be able to supply this long felt want. Mrs. John Burnham is somewhat indisposed. Quite a number of visitors were in Muncie Sunday from our sister cities. Mr. and Mrs. Will McGee of Lima, O., spent Sunday in the city. Sunday was rally day at --- PONEY MOORE, Prop. Thirty Elegantly Furnished Rooms. Cafe in connection. European Plan. Prices Reasonable.! Steam Heat, Electric Lights, Bells, Baths and Speaking Tubes in connection with every room. Billiard and Pool in annex 171,173 AND 175 TWENTY-FIRST ST., CHICAGO, ILL. Colored Professional Base Ball Players Immediately—Four months engagement to the right parties; traveling on my own theatrical hotel car and playing all the principal cities in the Southern WE will carry a brass band, my own players writing must state reference and we cannot use nothing but expert use stamp for reply. Address APPELLE, TAMPA, FLA.ANS. IALTO that employs colored talented. times strong acts. Ben Hunn 96 Front Street, Memphis, Tenn. ROYAL PAVILLION State Street, CHICAGO, ILL. Best talent engaged; a ways wanting good people; latter service; imported and domestic wines and ED. HILL, Musical Director ER. Proprietor. Dear From Musicians Orchestra must be A No. 1. Letter. Address BERGER, 530 11th St., Cairo, Ill. Lady Performers Immediately, state references, program, state color and all what you do in first Send stamp for reply. Address PAT CHAF-NOTICE-Now booking performers and musiCo.,' for next season. ...AT LIBERTY..... TOM JEFFERSON COMEDIAN. Address: 618 Vine Street, Des Moines, IA. WANTED-Partner, lady or gentleman for musical act or will work with good parties, cornet, saxophone, violin, piano, harp, percussion, with a good company this summer. Parties must be O K: can play in band and orchestra. Address GEO. H. TURNER, 83 Calvert St, Cleveland, O. WANTED-A first-class Trombone player for orchestra work and one first-class man who can play violin for orchestra and Cornet or Also for brass. I prefer one who plays cornet but will take one who can play piano. I am better. Address WEST GREEN Street, LOUISVILLE, KY. Second Baptist church. The funeral of Homer Raymond was conducted at A. M. E. church on E. Jackson street Monday afternoon the young man had been an invalid for years. Mrs. Watkins Indianapolis was in attendance at Mrs. Jones funeral last week. Miss Venner Robbins, of Lima, visited her parents over Sunday. Mr. C. J. Thomas, Roy McGee, Wilkey Collins, and Miss Grace Byrd, of Lima, O., was in the city the guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Robbins over Sunday. Mrs. Henry White entertained her sister from LaFayette over Sunday. Mrs. Tyrree was in Mundie last week to accompany her son Will home, as he was very ill. The Eagle Band is prepared to furnish music on short notice both in and out of the city, for particular address Owner O. Omer Knox S. Mulberry street Muncie, Ind. All persons desiring The Freeman call at 523 E. Adam street. --- -O DOR T © ACU attea i Sy © BREAKAWAY. Arh VRP He ~—Lied> § Major Taylor continues to defeat all tis opponents in Europe, eee After @ lively debate the Michigan genate passed @ bill which practically jegalizes ten round prize fights in Michi- pn eee ‘At the Colorado Athletic club in Den ver, last Friday night Spider” Kelley pat oat Sam Bolen, colored, in three pounds, Billy Stift and Jack Johnson, colored, of Texas, fought a ten-round draw. eee ‘Tom O'Rourke has offered Gus Ruhlin and Jim Jeffries $10,000 to fight in private. see Bace ball season is on abundantly, and the attendances show that the people ‘wero eagerly waiting for the ever popu- lar sport. . eee Boston started off 1m the lead in the National league, and Chicago heads the list of clubs in the American league. see Gus Gardner and Engene Bezenat fought @ rattling good ten round draw recently at Grand Rapids, Mich. eee “Billy” Smith, the American pugilist, who was knocked out in the eighth round of a contest with “Jack” Roberts, for the 126-pound championship of England, at the National Sporting club, Monday night of last week, and who Iain unconscious in a hospital till his demise, died the following Wednesday. Roberts, the manager of the club, the referee and the seconds havesurrendered tothe police in answer to a charge of manslaughter. eee ‘Smith’s death, the fourth which has gee De) Se SS, 7 £ sh ee This beautiful Brooch Portrait, hand-painted in natural colors, set in rolled gold frame, same size as cut, given absolutely FREE with all subscriptions to eo TERMS. Three Months,............ 60 Six Months.......ccsee006 85 One Year.........eceeeeees $1.50 ee The brooch alone sells for $1.00 purchased of any photographer. Portrait made from any _photo- graph, which will be re- turned unharmed, Send the photograph with the order, SATISFACTION GUARANTEED Acros THE FREEMAN INDIANAPOLIS, IND. Subscription Department, THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. resulted from contests at the National Sporting club, causes much comment upon the ill Inck of that institution. 11 is pointed out in the morning paper that since the last previous similar oo carence the club has increased th weight of gloves from four to six ounce: and reduced the number of rounds from twenty to fifteen. Mooreover, the foo of the ring was thickly padded with fel The club, in fact, took every possibl precantion. eee Edward G. Cooke, personal ‘represen tative of William A. Brady, arrived ir the city last week to make arrangement for the engagement of James J. Jeffries = champion, at the Park Theatre the last half of this week. Mr. Cook wa the business representative of the ar lrangements for the big fight that wa scheduled to take place in Cincinnat several weeks ago between Jeffries anc Gus Rublin, but which was prevented because of the interference of the State authorities. Mr. Cooke has been in Kansas City, Mo., recently, and he eaic while here that matters are being ar. ranged for a big athletic carnival to be held in Convention Hall in Kansas City in June, and the main bout will be between Jeffries and Rublin. ee George H, Ketcham, of Toledo, Ohio, hhas succeeded in getting another match race for his champion trotting stallion, Crescens, 2:04. For a purse of $10,000 and aside bet of $12,000 Crescens will meet The Abbot on the track of the Brighton Beach Racing Association dur ing the week of Angust 16. This be! hhas been posted. eee Reports from England say Harry Har. ris, the American featherweight, whc defeated ‘‘Pedlar” Palmer, has been matched to fight Harry Ware, the boy who beat Palmer before the latter suc cnmbed to Harris. The Chicago lad will have about the same advantage ‘over Ware in height and reach that he had over Palmer. The Englishman is ‘built on the same lines as “‘Pedlar,” but is younger and stronger. Like bis countrymen, he ents out his work with his left and simply depends upon his right for a short cross-counter and close-arm body work; in other words, in fighting. While not as clever with his right nor as shifty with his head as Palmer, he is a harder hitter, and there- fore more apt to score a imockout. I saw him at Allenhurst, Jeffries training quarters, when he was getting into condition to fight Clarence Forbes, and he struck me as being a likely lad. Harris, to defeat him, will have to use the same tactics as wheu he fought Pal- mer. Clean hitting is an important factor with Referee Angle of the Na- tional Sporting clab, eo it will only be necessary for Harris to out-tap Ware to gain the decision. ‘The latter may outslug the Chicagoan in close quarters, but Harris’ reachy left ought to be in Ware's face often enough during the session to outweigh any ad- vantage the Englishman may secure in close quarters. eee J. 4. D, Selma, Ala.—Miller. ‘Tom, Anderson, Ind—Joe Gans is on eer ee Normal, Ala. Items. Normal, Ala., Special.—W. A. Hun ton, the national secretary of the Y. M C. A., paid us a very pleasant visit last week. His address to the teachers an¢ students was very encouraging and in spiring. President W. A. Council de livered his address on “‘Building a Peo ple” at Lexington, Ky., last week. The twenty-seventh commencement exer cises of the college will occur May 26 tc 28. ‘The arrangement for these closing exercises are perfected. Bishop Gaines Hon, Judson W. Lyon, Dr. W. R. Pet tiford’ and Hon. A. 'N. Johnson ar among the distinguished speakers to be present. Applications are receivec daily from persons who desire to enter oursummer school, which opens imme: diately after the close of school. elise Sed en ‘The readers of this paper willbe ete, to learn that there is at least one dreadec disease that science has been able to cure in all its eee and that is Catarrh. Hail’s Gatarsh Cure i the only positive care knows tothe medical fraternit. Catarrh being « constitutional disease, requires # constituti- onaltreatment, Hall’s Catarrh Care is taker {nterualiy scting directly upon the. blood ‘and mucous surfaces of the system, thereby destroying the foundation of the disease tnd giving the patient strengh by buildin up the constitution and assisting nature 11 doing its work, The proprietors nave & buch faith in its curative powers, that thes ‘bier One Hundred Dollars for any case the it fails to cure. Send for list of testimonials Address #.J, CHENEY & 00,,Tolede, 0 | gar-Sold by Drazmst, 750. Be rarity Pills are te best, h %*BE NOT DECEIVED* iy TO THE COLORED PEOPLE OF AMERICA. ; King of all Hair Tonics, ; 46 99 ; OZONO. N ITI =~ - gae a ; JES ys < ef \ EY : Nef > iN w G eX<Yy . comymanen) ( i IN BEFORE. = “AFTER. = —*__saBeForeE. AFTER ( \, ,_. Recognizing the fact that there are many SO-CALLED hair-growers and S hair-straighteners now on the market, and knowing to a certainty that many N\ of these are frauds pure and simple, we wish to make a straight-forward, honest statement to the colored race aoe this great aman In the year 1871 our late secretary, Mrs. S. M. Moore, through a fortunate N circtimstance, acquired the receipt for OZONO. It was not offered for sale or purchase to any extent until 1875, when it was put upon the market and ~ met with marked suecess.¢ After a thorough test by the colored People of that time it was pronounced an honest, legitimate remedy, true to all that was claimed for it, and worthy in every respect of the confidence of every S member of the colored race, because they found it to cause the hair to grow N long and straight, soft and fine, and as beautiful as an April morning, Now, whenever a genuine article appears upon the market there are always a * number of people who imitate and make capital out of the merits of other N people’s goods. Seeing our marked success, numerous firms have entered the market, offering hair-growers and hair-straighteners, many of which are } worthless, causing the hair to fall out and doing great damage to the hair N and scalp, and the colored people are buying these spurious compounds, which are filled with animal fats, and do the hair more harm than good, To these let us sound a warning—be careful what you useon your hair. Do not N be deceived by flaring advertisements and big words. Buy the King of all ageing ndehe pet mene hace MN : OZONO,~ AN which is sold with an iron-clad guarantee to do all that is claimed for it, or we will forfeit $50.00. Now, we ask you a plain question—would we abso- Hi lutely agree to forfeit $50.00 if you are dissatisfied with our preparations, AWN if they were not true to all we claim for them? We have advertised for several years under this guarantee, and we are glad to say that every one “AX Who has used Ozono has been satisfied in every respect. AN cc OO people are to-day using our preparations, and every purchaser recommends Ozono as the King of all Hair Tonics. Ozono will positively take the Kinks out of Knotty, Kinky, Harsh, Curly, Refractory, Trouble- AW some Hair. It will make short, harsh hair long and’ straight. Tt will cure your head of all itching, worrying scalp diseases, Itch, Eczema, Dandruff, 4x and Scurf can not live after Ozono has been applied. It will stop your hair AWN from falling out. It will restore gray hair to its natural color, making the \\ hair long and soft. ah Now, right here, let us make a statement. Many firms are advertisin, AN vomestios to straighten hair, but when they send the, preparation they tell you to use hot irons. Friends, do not use hot irons ; they will burn up the 7 life of the hair, and cause it to oy out. Ozono straightens without any AW outside assistance. Nothing but Ozono is necessary, and the hair stays. straight forever. You can stop the use at any time, The good effects on 4\ the hair aro seen in a day or two after the first application. AWN The price of Ozono is 50c. a bottle--4-boxes do the work. We make this liberal offer, which is good at any time: Cut out this coupon and send A\ °°.u8, enclosing with it the sum of One Dollar, and we will forward to you AW four large boxes of Ozono and one large bottle of Electrical Skin Refiner, which makes black skin bright, rough skin soft and pliant, and cures all A\ skin diseases. Also removes all facial imperfections, and actually removes BR aaall-pox pits, We will also include one fancy jar of our Electrical Skin Food Nature's great beautifierromoves wrinkles, moth patches, freckles, A 2nd all facial blemishes; makes the old look young and the young look AN younger. € We will also include one package of our celebrated Scalp Soap, which is fy avsolutely CHEMICALLY PURE, and no soap but a pure soap should ever Si Si i a a aa a =o / J YAY, de CS SN ~ er, Gy ee So SS SZ a ae Rey. W. W. Landram, D. D., pastor of the First Baptist Church, white, Atlante, Ga., is to preach the com. mencement sermon at Tuskegee on Sun- day, May 26. ‘The Presiding Elders’ Council of the Arkansas Conference will be held in Arkedelphia, Ark., June 4, All pre siding elders are expected to be present to give an account of their district. ‘The authorities of the A. M. E. Zion Church have decided to organize a the- ological department of Livingstone Col lege, and will call it the Hood Theologi- cal Seminary. It is said that Bishops Turner, Grant and Tyree have decided to send a com: petent minister to the Philippine Islands to organize the A. M, E. Church there, and to maintain him out of their per- sonal funds. Bishop C. H. Fowler, at a meeting of the Washington Conference of the M. 5, Church, said that in 100 years there would be 100,000,000 Negroes in the United States, even without immigra- tion, and from that number an army of 20,000,000 could be raised. The Negro problem, he said, is 8 problem of educa- tion. E Representative colored men from every section of the country attended the annualsession of the financial board of the A. M. E. Church, which convened in Washington, D. C., April 17. Bishop B, W. Arnett, of Wilberforce, presided. He said he was present at the meeting of this board twenty-one years ago Since the organization of the financial department and the collection of “dollar money” from the church members, $1,- 666,000 had been contributed. The re- ceipts of the department during the past year had been larger than any previous year in the history of the church ‘The following officers of the board were elected: Bishop Arnett, president: Dr. E.W. Lampton, vice-president; Dr. J. Hurst, secretary. ‘The Methodist churches of the United States are estimated to be worth $134,- 000.000. Afro-Americans throughout the Sou- thern states especially, should bear in ‘mind that bya recent decision of the United States Supreme Court, the court officers cannot discriminate in the mat- ter of selecting juries. The colored race is largely obligated to Hon. Wilford H. Smith, of Galveston, Texas, for securing this decision from the Supreme Court in our favor. If our people wish to get more definite information in regard to this decision they can get it by writing to Mr. Smith. Wherever our people are convicted in the courts and it can be shown that Negroes were purposely kept off the juries the decision of the court will not stand the test of the Supreme Conrt and an appeal should be taken to the higher court. The following copy of an Associated Press dispatch shows tbat this new law has been enforced in the state of Texas, and there is no reason why it should not be enforced in all parts of the country: “Austin, April 10.—The court of crim- inal appeals today reversed and remand- ed the case of John Kipper, a Negro who was given a life sentence for marder of a police officer at El Paso some time ago ‘The reason assigned by the court for reversing thecase was that there were no Negro jurors on the grand or petit jury.” ‘The Freeman sends you to J. T. Tun- still, 55 Beale street, Memphis, Tenn., to get the hair off your head and face. be used onthe scalp. And, lastly, to prove our liberality, we will put in a pint , package of Anti-Odor, a positive cure for Sore Throat Gr Mouth, all fortes of Womb Diseases, Chilblains, Sore and Frosted Feet; also removes all smells and odors arising from the human body, such as feet, arm pits, ete ‘The actual value of this Grand Aggregation is $4.00, but we let you have it for $1.00, simply to introduce honest goods. In order to protect‘the t public in general from imitations of our goods, and to avoid mistakes, we ‘ave placed upon our coupon our Trade-Mark, one head showing Short Hair and the other head Long Hair. The U. S. Government has granted us! this trade-mark, and it is registered in the Patent Office at Washington ; 80 | if the coupon has this trade-mark on it, you will make no mistake. Use only the coupon having the two heads on it. As to our eeponetbility, we | rolex you to the Editor ofthis paper or to the Metropolitan Bank of Rich: mond, Va. We have thousands of testimonials we have not space to pub- lish. "Here is a sample of one: | Boston Ohemical Company : | Dear Sirs,—You are at liberty to state in any newspaper that I have | used OZONO, and give it my most hearty recommendation. I have been fooled so often, it does me good to recommend honest goods. | MAGGIE B. PROCTOR, Here is another: Box 114, Fairfield, Texas. | Gentlemen,—After using OZONO,a short while only, I am glad to say’ that my hair is already straight and growing finely. MISS BESSIE POWERS, # , 388 Missouri street, Toledo, 0. | A last word. OZONO is absolutely guaranteed to straighten hair and cause a beautiful and luxurious growth. If your hair is already straight, you can use it to secure a glossy long growth. Buy only the genuine | * OZONO.” Send us $1.00 at once, and the goods will be sent the same day we receive your order. BOSTON CHEMICAL CO., é 810 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. 4 iS MRS ee Se Wien ease gel aia | t Boston Chemical Co., a | : 810 East Broad Street, RICHMOND, VA. J GF Be i ‘aba’ “arrea Tenelose you $1.00, for which please send at once P the following goods : 4 Boxes of Ozono, worth $200. 1, Bottle, Electrical Skin Refiner, My worth 50c. 1 Bottle Electrical Skin Food, worth B0c. 1 Package (| (1 pint) Anti-Odor, worth 50c. 1 Package Scalp Soap, worth 50c. | Potal, $4.00. nM Ramies.c5. sae ascinosesases istuseasdusy HommeyNorse sce. ee irbet Ses esoes90 sass .ce setossa nan Oltyess oan coe - apace neneet Smart OUBER cs iieirermnseneonaeerkonn sieves ap ROU sewer Ar It you want 4 lots like above, send $8.00. If you have a friend who has fIN no coupon, let her write her name on @ piece of paper and pin to coupon 4 when you send your order. CY « 4) errr tn MADAM MW’NAIRDEE. 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Ayres' foulards are in a class by themselves. Last year we introduced the now famous Liberty foulard to Indianapolitans. It was the success of the season. This year several broche weaves are crowding it for preference. See them all. The colorings are delightful. The designs beautiful and without exception OURS EXCLUSIVELY. 65c to $1.50 a yard for 24-inch goods of pure silk, faultlessly printed. L.S. AYRES & CO. ..CITY NOTES... Quarterly meeting at Allen Chapel to-morrow. Mrs. Francis Shoemaker of Louisville is visiting in the city. Dover Yokum, of Anderson, Ind., was in the city Wednesday. Attorney Lott leaves today for a few days visit to Lexington, Ky. Herbert Anderson of Chicago is in the city, the guest of W. H. Huffman. The Methodist Ministers Association met at Simpson Chapel Wednesday morning. Mrs. Barbara Lonas left Thursday for Louisville to visit relatives and friends. The Juvenile brass band concert took place at the Olive Baptist church Wednesday evening. Miss Josephine Shields of Knoxville, Tenn., is in the city visiting Mrs. Brady in Ellsworth street. Queen Esther Circle met Tuesday evening at the home of Mrs. O. Finley in W. North street. Mrs. Minnie Frazier, of Muncie, is here for a fortnight with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Dr. Elbert. George Williams "The Turtle Boy" was on exhibition at Mt. Zion Baptist church Wednesday night. Mrs. Mamie Schooley, of Cincinnati, O., is visiting Mrs. Lillie Henderson at 419 N. California street. The Pink Rose club met yesterday evening at the home of Miss Martha La Rue, 727 W. Eleventh street. The Church Aid Alliance of Bethel A. M. E. church met Thursday afternoon with Mrs. Holt in N. California street. Mrs. Ada Bagby Ford has returned to her home at Chicago, after a visit of four weeks with her mother, in the city. Invitation announce the second ball given by members of the Olive Club at Odd Fellows Hall Tuesday evening May 14. The Freeman on sale at the Modern dye works and Merchant tailoring establishment 215 Main street Bowling Green, Ky. Harry Payton, of New York, is visiting relatives in the city, coming here from Omaha, Neb., where he was called on business. The Trolley Eureka club was entertained by D. W. Jones at the home of Mrs. Edward Finley 772 W. North street Wednesday. Mrs. Sarah Shaffer returned Tuesday to her home at Baltimore, after an extended visit with the family of her brother-in-law, the Rev. R. R. Downs. A Moot court will be held at Corinthian Baptist church Wednesday evening May 8, under the auspices of St. John Club. Attorney Lott will act as judge. Mrs. Watkins, wife of Henry Watkins died Monday night at her home 351 W. Thirteenth street. She was a member of St. Ruth Temple of the United Sistars. Misses Perkins and Ophella Harris, of Kokomo, accompanied Mrs. Roberts, who spent Sunday with her son Ezra and daughter, Miss Nora Roberts, in this city. Mrs. Anna Jones, president of the Busy Bee club, of Antioch Baptist church, gave an entertainment at her home, 226 Arch street Wendnesday evening. The Utopian Pleasure Club gave a THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. social yesterday evening at Mrs. Wayne's 703 W. Vermont street for the benefit of the Bethel A. M. E. Sunday school piano fund. The Daughters of Rebekah were entertained by Mrs. Phelps in Alvord street last Saturday afternoon. Mrs. Carrie Miner and Mrs. James took part in the program. The Baptist Ministerial Alliance met at Mt. Zion Baptist church Monday morning. The Rev. J. R. Averett read a paper on "The Distinctive Duties of Church Officers." James W. Holliman has assumed the management of the Stone Front Hotel 216 $ ^{1}$ Indiana Ave., the only first class rooming house in the city. Mr. Holliman is an experienced hotel man. The Mary Campbell Mite Missionary Society met with Mrs. Francis Stout. 807 N. California street, Wednesday evening. Arrangements for the State Convention, which will meet at Bethel A. M. E. church June 1, was discussed. Mrs. Susie E. Porter president. Simpson Chapel Notes The fine weather of last Sunday brought out a good sized audience. The pastor preached morning and evening, to the delight and profit of those present. There was one addition to the church, Mrs. Blanche Hill. The pastor intends making a systematic canvass for members, among the many hundreds of Methodists in the city, who have not attached themselves to any church. A special effort is to be made among the men, and the Brotherhood of St. Paul is expected to be productive of much good in this direction. The Sunday afternoon Bible Class increases in numbers and interest. You are invited to become a member. Mrs. M. S. Johnson, the efficient teacher, will be pleased to enroll your name. The sick list continues quite large, Mrs. Mary Lucas, Mrs. Erma White, Mrs. Amanda Patterson, Mrs. Josie Swan and Mrs. Thos. Stewart. On Monday Mrs. Polly Watkins, who had been ill for sometime, died and her funeral took place from Simpon Chapel, of which she was a member, at 2 p. m., Thursday. The usual services will be held to-morrow. The pastor will preach at 11 a. m., subject, "Songs in the Night," at 8 p. m., subject, "Faith." The Sunday evening Prayer Meeting was well attended last Sunday. Come and take part and be benefitted. Rev. Gilliam will leave for Terre Haute Wednesday, and expects to be away until Saturday. He is to deliver a couple of lectures while in that city by special invitation. Remember the Quarterly Meeting on the first Sunday in June, and the first rally of the States on the fourth Sunday in June. The pastor and officers ask for five hundred dollars that day. When you want to dress your hair in the latest fashionable style buy a bottle of the original Ozonized Ox Marrow. And you can easily do it. This wonderful preparation makes kinky hair straight, soft and flexible, prevents falling, and makes it grow. We have sold thousands of bottles, and ti has never disappointed anyone. Warranted harmless. If your dealer cannot supply you send us 50 cents and we will ship you a bottle. Address Ozonized Ox Marrow Company, 78 Wabash avenue, Chicago, Ill. WANTED-TRUSTWORRY MEN AND women to travel and advertise for old established house of solid financial standing. Salary $80 a year and expenses, all payable in cash. No canvassing required, with references and proof of employment. Stamp department. Address Manager, 355 Caxton Bldg., Chicago. Selma News. Selma Ala., Special. — Ed England, a prominent waiter at the Hotel Albert, died of smallpox last week. William Lockett of Demopolis, was in the city this week visiting relatives and friends. Lee Thomas, headwaiter at St. James Hotel, died with smallpox this week. Rich Gardner was here from Montgomery this week. The schools of the city are busily engaged preparing for their closing exercises; class colors are flying and commencement promises to be all that it is hoped to be. Rev. W. B. Johnson now pastor in charge St. John A. M. E. church at Montgomery will deliver the baccalaureate sermons to the students of Payne, Sunday morning, May 19. Rev. Johnson was the first president of the institution and is a scholarly as well as an eloquent pulpitator and something above the ordinary is expected. The C. M. E. district conference was in session here last week. The most important and enjoyable feature being the lecture on the race problem by Bishop Holey last Friday night. The bishop was in fine shape and held the rapt attention of the large audience at his will. A strange fever is going to the room of our city now. Jesse Woods, Henry Foster and Sim Flood, we are sorry to say are suffering from an acute attack. It has been diagnosed as "love fever." Tuesday night, April 30, the departments of the Shackleford, Sullivan Dramatic Co., were brilliantly illuminated and handsomely decorated, the occasion being a grand spring festival under the auspices of this well known club. Ladies adorned in costumes befitting the occasion graced the entertainment with their presence; gallant youths happy as could be enjoyed themselves hugely to the dulcent strains of Brooks' superb orchestra until the wee little hours of morn. It was the opening of the spring season. Rev. J. W. Walker attended district conference at Beloit last week. The grand rally of Brown's Chapel A. M. E. church will take place Sunday, May 5. Much interest is manifested and all the week, entertainments and bazaars have been getting ready therefor. The Cross rally and bazaar of Zion church commenced Wednesday night, May 1 and everything so far has been successful. Sunday is "high day in Zion" and a big time is to be had. SWAMP ANGEL ON THE WING Since our return, friends have rushed in upon us by the score, and left us "Havana's galore." We were enjoying the fragrant weed a few evenings ago, when "Chappie" dropped in our "den." We find him the same hare, hearty fellow well met as we left him four years ago. "Chappie" is a little extravagant in his views regarding the religious and social world, and speaks freely of the many little discrepancies that are fast consuming the influence in ecclesiastical circles. However biased his views may appear, we are rather inclined to agree with our friend. Too loose and lax has the church become in its attitude toward redeeming sinful man. There is too much "wire pulling," too many cliques, too much reverence for the golden calf. 一 Now we do not belong to that class of people who pose as phrophets or seers, but we predict that the time is not far distant when the idol worshipper and the ungodly will be overthrown. It has already been stated that we are on the edge of an inconclusive movement. "Ye shall therefore keep My statutes, for My Word shall prevail," saith the Lord. The average minister is sadly handicapped. If he has an opinion that does not coincide with the head "wire puller" he is subjugated and dare not express it. If he does not walk in the narrow path mapped out by the leader of the elique, the pastor at once gains for himself ill will and hatred, and great maledictions are heaped upon him. $\textcircled{h}$, for a modern pool of Siloam that they might wash away their foul sins! Of the many charitable institutions for which Indianapolis is noted, none is more worthy of praise than the Alpha Home. From the beginning it has been well officered and managed, and the progressive colored citizens are rallying more and more to its support, which is a healthy sign, and shows that we are growing more independent, and are fast imbued with racial pride. The Negro is gaining in wide proportions in the business world. He is conferring and co operating in a way that puts to flight the erroneous statement made by one Lyman Abbott. The new Negro is said to be a menace to the progress of the more conservative of the race. We readily seek with the belief, but we must seek to eradicate this peculiar individual's egotistic, hifaluttm, self opinied ideas he has of himself. Lima News. Lima, O., Special, K. of P., Lodge gave a grand concert at the St. Paul A. M. E. church last week; music by the Queen City Mandolin orchestra. Rev. T. C. White will attend the district conference. The Ladies' Temple will have their annual sermon preached next Sunday at the A. M. E. church. Mrs. Charles Harrison will be the manager of the concert which will be given for the indebtedness of the A. M. E. church. Mrs. Robinson of Cole street, who has been very ill, is reported some better at present. Rev. T. C. White enjoyed his surprise party highly. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Freeman have returned from the West. Mr. Goldsmith payed them well for their Western trip which they were sent through a mistake. Mr. and Mrs. Will Shoecraft have just returned home from a long stay in Detroit, Mich., where Mrs. Shoecraft has been employed for sometime by a former dry goods firm of this city. They were highly greeted by their many warm friends whom were very glad to have them home again. Clinton News Clinton, Ia., Special—The Easter program was so grand that, by request of many of the friends and members of the church, it was repeated on last Sunday evening. One of its pleasing features was its shortness—not too short nor too long. Among the best numbers was; a solo by A. A. Bush; a duet by Misses Moreland and Simpson and a voluntary by the organist. Rev. P. P. Taylor, now stationed at Monmouth, is in the city this week visiting his family. Robt-Moreland, who for some time has been ill at his mother's home, on Oak street, is much worse, and it seems cannot last much longer. Rev. P. P. Taylor filled the pulpit at Bethel A. M. E. church last Sunday morning. Mr. and Mrs. Henderson spent Sunday with their daughter, Mrs. Mitchel, at Fulton, Ill. Mrs Henrietta Brown is on the sick list. Mrs. S. V. Williams is confined to her home with rheumatism. Wm. Emerson is improving his home by raising it and building an addition, Charles Moore and Wm. Dodson are new subscribers to The Freeman. Special services were held at the Baptist church last Sunday evening, many strangers being present. On May 17 Prof. R. D. Smith and Prof. J. W. McNeil will meet at the Davis Opera House in debate, subject, "Resolved That Doctors are of More Benefit to Humanity than Ministers;" Prof. McNeil, affirmative, Prof. Smith, negative. Meridian News Items Meridian, Miss., Special—Rev. L. S. Lee occupied his pulpit at New Hope Baptist church Sunday April 28 to the satisfaction of his congregation. Wm. Monroe Bivins, who has been sick for several months at his late home on 32nd ave, died April 20; his funeral was largely attended at St. Peters A. M. E. Zion church Sunday, the 21st at 11 a.m.; Rev. H. J. Starks, pastor, officiated; burial at the city cemetery. Clint Coleman was killed here April 10th about a woman; he was buried on the 18th. Uncle Jake Rufin, are about 55 years, died at his home on April 10th. His funeral was attended at New Hope Baptist churches on the 26; Rev. L. S. Lee officiated, and was buried in the city cemetery. Lost Relative. Wanted to know the whereabouts of Merween Bibb. When last heard from was In Chicago, Ill. His mother is Melisa. "AN AMBITIOUS SLAVE" A story of stirring interest and decided historical value. Send Ten cents in stamps for a copy to JOHN H. WILLS BOOKSELLER, 506 Eleventh Street, N. W. WASHINGTON, D. O. Negro Authors Especially. 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We will teach 1000 Colored gentlemen or ladies free! We will stamp for, over 412 W. Seventh Street, Des Moines, Iowa. SITUATION WANTED—By a young colored man as stenographer, office man or clerk. High-school graduate; good penman; excellent references Address ARUYUR C. MOSI, 204 East Church St, Omaha, Ill. WE WANT MEN with push, etc. to supply country homes with an absolute necessity. $5 to $15 worth used in each home. Profit 20% to $100 Free. ORDWAY & CO. 60 S. St., Peoria, Ill. WANTED—HOTEL WAITERS First-class waiter - wanted $25 per month room and board. This is a year-end holiday for good and good homes. Address with stamp to F. C. LONG, Windermere hotel, 568 Cornell Ave, Chicago, Ill. FROM MACON Brief Items of Interest Gathered by Our Correspondent Macon, Mo., Special—The first base ball game of the season was played at Kirksville Thursday by the Macon "Tigers" and the Kirksville "Wild Cats." The game was contested very strongly which resulted in a score of 3 to 0 in favor of Macon. C. A. Johnson, manager of the "Tigers," expects to make it one of the strongest in state; he has already secured several good men, one of the number being Will Todd, "Mouriris Kid," who is said to be the best in his line of profession. Prof. Claude Cross has closed a successful term of school at Ardmore, MoHe is expecting to leave for Oakland, Cal.' sometime in the near future. B. A. Davis is home from the Lincoln Institute, where he has been attending school. Our agent will call on all back subscribers Tuesday. Miss Maud Leland is at Palmyra, Mo., for a few days' visit, from there she will go to Chicago to study music. There will be eight graduates from the public school this year. Roy Irvin, our popular clarionetist, is filling a return date at the Auditorium. Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Bell have returned from Macomb, Ill. Navasota Items. Navasota, Texas, Special.—Farmers busy. Crops in fine condition. The people of Navasota were pained to learn of the death of Rev B T Taylor, which occurred at Houston recently. He was an able divine, an eminent scholar. The deceased was also pastor of the Friendship Baptist Church of this city, and was well liked by all who knew him. Richard Monroe, section foreman on the Santa Fe system, left last week for Conroe, accompanied by fifteen men for duty under his command, Death visited the home of Andrew Green on Thursday evening and carried away on his snowy white wings his beloved wife, in spite of all attention and medical skill that could be given. She was interred late in the afternoon Friday. Rev J E Bryant left last week for Marshall to finish up his course in B.D., in which fifteen days was required. Prof I Moore, of Eureka, is in the city visiting friends and relatives. Rev T S Pryor, of Anderson, has been assisting Rev Watkins, of Conroe, in a revival, which was quite a success. Rev W H Jackson attended the annual session of the Grand Lodge of the A MN, which convened at Houston. Mrs Jessie Williams, of Montgomery, is in the city visiting. Mrs Lucy Simonton, of Montgomery, is visiting in the city. The "Concert Jubilee" filled the boards at Odd Fellows Hall, Tuesday, April 23, with one of the grandest performances of the season. The first part was a strong feature from start to finish, with the very latest songs and jokes. The specialities rendered by White Stephens and Austin brought the house down with applauses. The show will be open all the summer season. Send 40c to E. C Knox & Co., for a copy Boone's latest song, "A Coon With The Ragian Craze," 318 N. Capitol ave. The Freeman on Sale. Copies of The Freeman on sale at Coleman's restaurant 1214 Wylie Ave, Pittsburg, Pa., every Saturday. AUCTION SALE OF LOTS J.S.CRUSE 154 East Market Street Standard Tea and Grocery Co. 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