The Freeman

Truth Must Prevail--The Freemang gives results to Advertisers THE FREEMAN AND ETHIOPIA SHALL STRETCH FORTH HER HAND A NATIONAL ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER VOLUME XIV NUMBER 22. CORRESPONDENCE A WEEK'S GATHERING OF PADU. CAH'S HAPPENINGS AND IN- TERESING JOTTINGS. FACTS FROM FAR AND NEAR Chronicled In and Out of the "Social Whirls"--Church Items--A Pretty Wedding--Personal Mention. Paducah, Ky., Special.—Bud Muse, of Frenchtown, is on the sick list. George Straw, of this city, who has been in Nashville, Tenn., for quite awhile, has returned to the delight of Mrs. W. The rally at Burks Chapel, last Sunday, was a great success. The amount raised being $200.35. Rev. S. A. Reed, pastor, thanked them all for their support and good order. Read The Freeman for the best news of the city. Price five cents by David, the agent. The boys' saving bank, 1026 Washington street, is doing a good business. Save your pennies from four cents up. Call on Messrs. Frank Sanders, president; Hubert Thomas, vice-president, for further participants. A reader of The Freeman wants to know whether the teachers of the public schools are going to give the children a picnic this season. I can't tell. Mrs. John Smith is on the sick list. Mrs. John Welch, of S. 10th street, is on the sick list. Alonzo Ashford, the popular cafe keeper of 8th and Boyd St., is indisposed with la grippe. There are too many roses for you to keep me from one. So keep cool; I love you. Who was that who tried to take of all the cake at the banquet at the last dance? Was it you L. or P? Mrs. Robt. McClure is on the sick list. Mrs. Charlie Rickett, of this city, is attending the bedside of her mother in Cairo, Ill. Have your shoes half soled by Jesse W. Finley, 7234 S. 5th street. Have your cycles repaired by Brooks & Morton. Abe Harris, of this city, has just received a letter from Abby Woods, in the Philippine Islands, saying he is enjoying good health, and sends regards to all his friends. He is in the medical department at present. Miss Presile Benton is on the sick list. Miss M. L. B., a popular young lady, is thinking of making a trip to Chicago. Lee Rodgers was painfully hurt on the leg by a kick from a horse that he was driving last Saturday. Mrs. Mary Evans is still on the sick list with little improvement. The rally at the A. M. E. church, last Sunday, met with much success. Miss Frankie Hall, a popular young lady, and Mr. George Daughty, a man of popular standing, were married last Wednesday evening at the Seventh Street Baptist Church by Rev. Baker S. Hawkins. Miss Minnin Clopton was the bridesmaid and Alvin Logan best man. The bride was gowned in a beautiful white organdy over silk, white slippers and carried a beautiful boquet of bridal roses. Miss Clopton was gowned in a beautiful blue organdy over black silk. Mr. Daughty, the groom, Mr. Logan, best man, wore black suits, and were the most handsome of the season. At 9:15 they marched gracefully to the altar while the organ pealed with harmonious sounds made by Miss Lula B. Davis. Miss Mamie L. Brooks has accepted the organistship at the First Ward Baptist church, Mr. Wm. Cherry chorister. Young ladies should not frisk to make the young boys notice them. It is very unbecoming. Miss Lottie A. Reed, who has been the guest of Miss Mamie L. Brooks, left last Monday for her home. Come again, Miss Reed. Miss Ada C. Powell is expected in the city to attend the commencement. Now you are in it, my friends. The Race at Work Baton Rouge, La., Special.—We have a $1,000 school known as the Baton Rouge Academy, conducted by Prof. Crosby and Miss Mattie Walker. Mr. Scott conducts the Hamilton Academy. Prof. F. C. Blundon, our white brother, in the educational field is doing a good work among the race at his Live Oak School in this city. The Young Men's Christian Association is progressing nicely, having a membership of nearly 100; they will be in their new headquarters in a few days. On the first Sunday the following churches baptized a goodly number of souls: Mount Zion church, Rev. Wm. Trayer, pastor; Macedonia church, Rev. R. Brooks, pastor; Mount Pleasant church, Rev. Joe Foster, pastor. Rev. T. P. Jackson is doing good mission work on Main street, and will build a church on; He is president of the Ministers Alliance in this city. The Sweet Olive cemetery is conducted by Rev. Joseph Foster. Richard Williams and Daniel Westly have opened up a fancy grocery at corner of Convention and 13th streets. The colored Odd Fellows have laid the corner stone for their fine hall on Knox street. News Notes. Clarksdale, Miss., Special.—The third anniversary of the Metropolitan Baptist church was celebrated Sunday 19th inst. Rev. T. J. Searcy of Memphis, Tenn., was present and assisted the pastor, Rev. A. A. Cosey. Rev Searcy is a strong preacher an able leader and a worthy example of push and energy. Rev. Cosey is one of the South's coming sons. He is editor of "The Journal" published here, and secretary of the B. Y. P. U. State Convention. Mr. Chas. Banks the leading Negro merchant and planter is meeting with much success with his business. Mr. J. M. Marr, Mrs. C. R. Stringer and Mr. W. L. Smith of Mound Bayon were up last Sunday. Miss Annie L. Davis returned from Dyersburg, Tenn., recently. Mrs. M. R. Topp has closed her school at Dublin. Miss E. E. Renfro conducts a successful grocery business. Messrs. Robt Wilson, Grant Cooper, Ed Hunt and T. W. Wade are pleasant band boys. Mr. W. F. Thomas is the best violin player in this part of the country. Miss Ora J. Davis is a teacher in our city public schools. Misses Alice Brown, Delilah Walker, and Mamie E. Banks are worthy young women. Mrs. Fred Banks and Ella Houser of Helena, Ark, visited our town recently. Merchant E. P. Booze is still enlarging his stock. Crops are being pushed and the future is bright. Ocean Springs Notes Ocean Springs, Miss., Special.—Prof. W. O. Smyer closed the public school last Friday, 17th ult., and gave a grand concert Saturday night to a crowded house; the children rendered their parts excellently. Hon. T. I. Keys, the P. M., gave an address to the school which we will not soon forget. Miss Florence Bardwell, the assistant teacher in the public school, has left for Greenhead, Miss., to take charge of a summer school. Miss Tempa Stuart presided at the organ Saturday night for the concert. Ab. Stuart, father of Miss Tempa, is about the wealthiest colored man in the town; he supplies the town with milk. W. L. Carter will soon complete his new house. Robert Carter will soon have his restaurant opened for the accommodation of visitors. This little town has about 120 colored families, and over two thirds of them own their homes. Farmington Jots Farmington, Mo., Special--Prof. J. C. Staten will conduct the colored Teachers' Institute which will be held at DeSota, Mo., on June 10. Oliver Nance, of Jefferson City College was visiting in our city the past week, the guest of Miss America Hunt, Rev. Wm. Young, of Macon City College, has been the guest of Rev. S. L. Bean for the past few days. Quite a number of our friends from Bonnie Terre attended the commencement exercises on the 18 inst. Prof. W. A. Gunnell and wife were called to St. Louis to attend the bedside of his father, who is not expected to live. Mrs. Ellen Bogy is visiting her grandson, Gardie Taylor in Bonne Terre, Mo. Mrs. Clara Poston, M. A. M., of Queen of Honor Court, No. 88, left for Springfield, Mo., on the 26 to attend the session of the Grand Court. Miss Gertrude Watts, of St. Louis, Mo., is visiting in our city, the guest of Mrs. F. Baker. Quite a number of our ciezens have been on the sick list but are now improving. INDIANAPOLIS, IND., SATURDAY, JUNE 1. 1901 PETER WILLIAM TECUMSEH VERNON, A. M., The G. A. R. Posts Make Preparations for Memorial Day. Vicksburg, Miss., Special.—The G. A. R. Post here is making elaborate preparations for National Memorial Day, May 30th, which annually attracts hundreds of visitors to the city from the rural districts. The Bethel Lodge No. 88, I. O. of S. and D. of J. of America, will run an excursion from Vicksburg to Natchez, Miss., June 18, George Eley general manager. Fare for the round trip $1.25. The Freeman is on sale every Saturday morning. Parties desiring copies can have same by applying to the agent, O. U. Taylor. Taylor and Robins are doing a rushing business on 3d N. and Jackson streets, handling ice and charcoal. They invite your patronage. The Y. M. E. P. club is under many obligations to Miss Nellie and Birdia Robins for recent favors. The Royal B. P. C. will open the season by giving a grand German entertainment at State Golden Rule Hall, Monday night, June 3d. Read up Y. M. E. P. clubs. You are late. E. E. Perkins, Grand Secretary of Masons of the State, was in the city, last week, on important business to the craft. On June 24th the Grand Lodge of Masons of the State will unveil the monument erected in the city cemetery by the craft to the memory of the late distinguished gentleman, Rt. W. T. W. Stringer, father of Masonry in Mississippi. The Masons here are making elaborate plans to entertain their friends and brothers on the above referred to occasion. John McGee and John Porterfield take well at the Elk clubs. From Nashville Nashville, Tenn., Special.-J. C. Cummings, of 1625 Alberta ave., has been very ill but is convalescent. Miss Anna Grant, the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Grant is very low at her home 1007 Watkins street. She was formerly a student of Tuskegee Institute. Miss Mary E. Scales of this city is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Scales of Murfreesboro, Tenn. Get a Freeman of B. Z. Eakin, 512 Cedar street. The Negroes of Trimble Spring have an organization known as the Citizens League, whose object is to suppress vice, and to instil into the minds of young men virtue, industry and honesty. Rev. Prim president, J. N. Lewis, secretary. Telephone 3343-4 and have The Freeman sent into your homes. Every Negro should read it KIRKSVILLE NOTES Interesting Jottings From that Tnriv ing Kentucky City 一 Kirksville, Mo., Special.—Miss Mollie Adams is on the sick list. Miss Cora Crutchfield, of Ottumwa, Iowa, is the guest of Miss Buelah Phillips. Harry Hoskins and Clarence Richards are visiting at Des Moines, Iowa. Mrs. Arthur Phillips is on the sick list. Mrs. Prof. Frakes still continues ill. Miss H. Corsey was the guest of Mrs. L. Smith recently. Mrs. Lynn is doing nicely. Mrs. Wm. Wilson entertained at her residence Thursday evening of last week. Misses Buelah Phillips and Cora Crutchfield, John Jones, Sherman Phillips and Earl Toles were the guests of Miss Estella Corsey Wednesday evening, and report a pleasant time; vocal and instrumental music and games were the pleasure of the company. Mrs. Fannie Eubanks, Mrs. Laura Eubanks, Miss Mollie Adams, Mrs. Maria Thomas, Mrs. Biddy Pollard and Miss Ethel Eubanks were guests of Mrs. Laura Richards Thursday afternoon. To be up to date and know the doings of our race throughout the known world as well as Kirksville you must be a subscriber of The Freeman, which will be delivered to your door every week. See the agent for terms. All subscribers will please remember while paper and talk is cheap it takes oil to run the press, and it must be paid for, so please have your change and don't delay the agent. Don't fail to get a copy of next week's Freeman and see what our people have done in the past week. You can get the Freeman at 209 E. Cottonwood street; call on or address the agent. Palestine News. Palestine, Tex., Special—Prof. E. P. Feagan closed school May 9, and left on the 11 for Beaumont. Mrs. Nancy Turner is very sick. Jules Forney and Jessie Wells made a flying trip to Crockett recently. Mrs. Della Beavers and husband, of Galveston, are visiting their relatives here. Miss Rosie Cobb left for San Antonio recently. Read The Freeman it is the best illustrated colored newspaper beneath the sun. James ("Dock") McMeans, Jr., agent. Johnny Johnson has arrived from Brenham and accepted a position with John Hunter. News in General. Wheeling. W Va., Special—The G. U. O. of F. Eureka, 1807, held their annual sermon at Simpson M. E church, a fine sermon was delivered by the Rev. Allison of Stubenville. The Stubenville and Wellsburg lodges were present. The visiting delegations left for their homes at 7 p. m., on steamer Bayne. Mrs. Savnia Jennings age 94 was at church Sunday morning shaking hands with her old friends. She is PRICE FIVE CENTS. SINGLE COPY--SIX MONTHS, 85c.: ONE YEAR, $1 50 quite vigorous for one of her age. One remarkable feature of the old lady is her keen eyesight. She never wears glasses. From 5 to 11 at the home of Mrs. H. B. Clemens there were quite a number entertained for church benefit. Wm. Winters was taken to Moundsville to serve a sentence of two years. Kindly remember the agent has to pay for his papers and you will confer a favor likewise. Master Harry Jones left for Baltimore Thursday evening. Harry is one of our bright and popular youngsters. Wheeling Cornet Band was out Friday evening and gave some excellent selections. They also have two engagements in Bellaire in the near future. The Misses Cox and McMechen gave a delightful entertainment entitled the "Gypsy Queen" to a very large crowd Thursday evening. Miss Ethel McMechen had the honor of being queen. Miss Sallie Jones was highly entertained by her friends Tuesday evening, complimentary to her leaving for Chantaqua Lake, N. Y. Tell your neighbor about The Freeman to read is to appreciate it. MEMPHIS JOTTINGS. Memphis, Tenn., Special. -Mrs. Rebecca Countee, of Kansas City, Mo., is the guest of Mrs. Hemmingway. Mr. Sam Washington, the prince of the colored race, from Hot Springs, Ark. has just arrived in the city, and will remain until the reunion is over. --- Mrs. Mamie Pastor's remains were buried last Sunday at Benges Town. She leaves a host of friends to mourn their loss. *** Mr. G. W. Finley, the prominent young headwaiter at the Arlington Hotel, is the coming one of the city. *** Mrs. Laura A. Rivers, wife of S. C. Rivers, died last Thursday, May 16, 1901, at her residence, 577 Iowa avenue, at 4:20 p. m., aged 45 years. Funeral services were held at Emmanuel Episcopal church at 3 p. m. Friday. *** Prof. M. L. Jackson has just arrived in our city after touring the Northern States. He can be located by writing to the agent, 150 Beale street. Mrs. Minnie Jones has returned home again after spending several weeks in Hot Springs, Ark. *** Miss Ida Lee Martin, of Helena, Ark, is the guest of Mrs. Park and Mrs. Geo. Smith, 148 Beale street. *** Mr. E. W. Martin, of Helena, Ark., stopped over for a few days in our city en route for St. Louis, Mo. *** Mr. John Tweed, of Helena, Ark., is in our city this week. *** Mrs. Carrie Hall, of Helena, Ark., is in our city this week. *** Rev. J. W. Hurse, the Evangelist, of Kansas City, Mo., who has been in our city several days, left for Kansas City, Mo., recently. Homer Items. Homer, La., Special.—Mr. John Land was taken serious ill on last Sunday with heart trouble. The Homer Seminary will be known after now by name of the 20th Century College-Mrs. Lila M. Daniels is in town visiting relatives. Our church at Homer, La., is alive. We have just closed a revival, which swept hill and plain. Over a hundred souls accepted Christ as a living Saviour. Our town has been very badly stirred up over the baptismal or (Emersion) question, and while the P. C. of the Baptist church Rev. Green was domestizing, and lorating the Methodist church, the P. C. of the Methodist church received about seventy members. AROUND AND ABOUT THE METROPOLIS TENNESSEE CITY -IMPORTANT EVENTS WHICH DEMAND SPECIAL NOTICE. WE NOTE MANY PLEASING Occurrences from All Round the City Both in Business and Social Life-- Church Items--Death. Nashville, Tenn., Special.—The Independent Order of Immaculates, known as I. O. I., is a fraternal institution divided into three departments, to-wit: Male, Female and Infantile Departments. The female department is divided into four courts, and the male department is divided into lodges and captain's council. The literature completed and in process of completion consists of 25 or 30 volumes, and makes a library of the highest moral excellence, occupying a range of thought hitherto maintained by a few orders or institution. A knowledge of these books constitute a fund of useful information which must prove of inestimable value in the uplifting of our race in all the essentials of a useful citizenship. Dr. W. A. Hadley, a citizen of Nashville, Tenn., is supreme master and founder of the order. Keep posted with Negroes of the world by reading The Freeman, on sale at 512 Cedar street. The citizens of Trimble Spring have an organization known as the Citizens' League, whose object is to suppress vice. Such a movement on the part of the people in this community, in trying to instill into the minds of the youth the importance of selfrespect, is a commendable effort worthy of support not only by the citizens of Trimble Spring, but by the citizens throughout the city. They meet the first and third Sunday of each month at 3 o'clock in Trimble Spring Baptist church, Rev. Primm, president; J. Lewis, secretary. D. D. Huston, a well-known hotel man, awarded Norman Rhodes & Co. the contract for erecting a new brick building on Deluge street. Master J. W. Goodman is a busy friend of The Freeman. He resides at 22 Tennessee street. J. S. White, a colored mail carrier, is 48 years of age. He was appointed during Dr. Jones' administration as postmaster, and has served 19 years, which proves that he is the man for that place. He now resides in East Hardee street with his wife and two children. We wish Mr. Rice much success with his new soda fountain in the Boyd building. Miss Carter is now the book-keeper of T. A. Johnson, at 417 Cedar street. Rev. Asbury baptised twenty candidates at the Cumberland last Sunday. His pastorate at St. John A. M. E. church has been very successful. Rev. Mason, pastor of Mt. Zion Baptist church, is making an earnest effort to erect the auditorium of the church in the near future. He is also a subscriber of The Freeman. Miss Anna Grant, the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs John Grant, died Friday, May 24, at the home of her parents, 1007 Watkins street, and was buried from St. Paul A. M. E. church, Sunday, May 26, Rev. J. I. Johnson officiating. Culsup & McGarock undertakers. Ironton Pots Ironton, Mo., Special—S. Vaughn and wife returned home last Friday evening, after spending several weeks in St. Louis. Mrs. F. Johnson and children, of Charleston, mo. were the guests of Mrs. H. F. Boyd the past week. Mrs. Susie Booker has opened an ice cream parlor; she desires the patronage of the public. Miss Lula Buckner of St. Louis is expected home shortly. Mrs. Laura Creath and grandchildren are visiting in St. Louis. Benjamin Hale returned last week from Tipton, Mo. Aaron Byrd is improving his property on Main street. Miss Hattie Sides, of St. Louis, is visiting her parents this week. TOM THE TATTLER. CHICAGO, ILLINOIS. Moxon'S LINIMENT FOR MAN AND BEAST. kind, Neuralgia, Sore Throat, Sprains and Bruises relieved instantly, by its use. Used in the Bath, it cures offensive odors emanating from the body or sweating feet, and insures sleep to suffers of Insomnia, or Nervous Prostration. As a Shampoo, it cures Dandruff, promotes a healthy scalp, stops hair from falling out, and "Keeps the Hair Straight" when used frequently. Take no substitute if your Druggist is out of it, make him write his Jobber or us for it. Six Ounces, 25c; Pints 50c; Quarts $1.00. Moxon Liniment Co. Mt. Clemens, Mich. Yesterday as I passed by the theatrical stock exchange I noticed that prices for professional talent were fast getting into normal shape again, after the tremendous panic. As compared with the preceding day the majority of talent stock was higher. The most important advance was in altos, which, owing to the present scarcity, was sent skyward twenty per cent. Baritones were firm at 93, while tenors slumped at the day's closing to 75 owing to the fact that every one was anxious to dispose of tenor stock. Owing to the recent recital fever there was a flurry in "prims" and they were quoted at $102\frac{1}{2}$, but by the simultaneous closing of several shows, known to carry them, the market fell 10 points. Buck dancers, cake walkers and all this sort of talent closed at the low price of 23. Bass singers were firm and quiet at 100, while musicians, owing to Sunday's parade of the band called K. P., fell 50 per cent., several people being caught in the slump. Owing to the unlimited supply and little demand, comedian stock remains inactive at 26. The Talent Stock Exchange closed today with prices as follows: Bid. Asked. Altos. 150 151¹⁴ Baritones. 93 93 Prims. 90 91¹⁴ Basses. 99 100 Musicians. 48 48¹⁴ Comedians. 25 26 Buck Dancers. 23 24 Cake Walkers. 23 24 Producers. 190 191¹⁴ Because I have dished up to the public several truths that have laid dormant for years, I am pleased—yes proud to say—I have incurred the enmity of one or two persons who, erstwhile, claimed to be friendly to me. I like my friends as well as any man who ever lived liked his, but if I must suppress the truth and practice deception to hold a friend, then I must make an enemy, if he is conceited and foolish to let a plain truth drive him to enmity. To those few persons who delight in berating the Tattler, saying mean things about him, and accusing him of injustice—to these I say look yourself over and see if everything he has said about you has not been a plain, unvarnished truth. Suppose the Tattler should unlock his memory and pour forth the many disagreeable truths stored there what a sensation he would cause! He never stoops to personalities, regarding it beneath the dignity of a man. In criticising a performer or singer I always incline to the side of leniency. It is only when he comes forward swelled with conceits and the pampered lies of intimate friends that I take delight in flaying him, when he is very bad. The Tattler tells you the truth; in his lexicon the word flattery lies blotted out. Bob Ingersoll said "nothing is ever gained by rascality," and that is as true now as the moment the thought landed in Bob's head. Goldsmith, before him, thinking in the same vein, wrote, "the triumphs that on vice attend, shall ever in confusion end." If men would only live according to such tenets as these the earth would be one blossoming garden of happiness.[. This world would become a delectable place to live in, and the Tattler would be as happy as happy could be. A minstrel show closed the Academy of Music for the season, and when I say it was vile I tell only an infinitesimal part of the truth. The show was over on the West Side, 'tis true, but the aroma arising from that show swept the South and all other sides of Chicago. In speaking with the agent of the show he said, referring to the rather small audience that greeted it, minstrel shows are not popular in "that house; and if that show is a criterion to go by, let us hope they will never become popular. They closed the academy for the season, but if it ever opens again, after that staggering blow, it deserves great credit. THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. I had a funny thought come to me—owing to the fact so many of our pianists are metamorphosing themselves into singers. Suppose this idea should strike either Albert Johnson or Fred Burch. My! what a time there would be! Horrible, even to think of. Remote as the public may think it is from such a contingency, yet it is possible. Both gentlemen have the advantage of an ability to read music with unsurpassing fluency, and are well grounded in it. All it would need is for some daring vocal teacher—yes, he would be heroic—to take them in hand and give them a few lessons in the warbling art, then hypnotize them by "con," and make them believe they can sing. Wouldn't the consequences be "horrible dietu"? Life surrounded by a boquet of ash boxes would be sweeter. Let us pray to God that the evolution of pianists into singers will stop before these gentlemen named imbibe a germ and catch the fever. They say men are called to preach. Then some of the preachers in Chicago must have misunderstood their names. It must seem hard, it must squeeze the sweetness out of life, it must fill fate chuck full of irony for a prima donna, after she has spent time and money in learning to "whoop and holler" the classics, when she goes to earn her living. She must do it by shouting jubiles or coon songs. Its tough. Stout as my heart is sympathy, like the thief in the night, steals in for them. When a person goes to have a picture taken he usually wants one per cent of himself and ninety-nine per cent of flattery. "I would rather be right than be president" is a good maxim, but I'll bet you McKinley won't swap After working his conscience over, and making it good and flexible, the Tattler is now in a condition to announce himself as Public Flatterer, with office at 10 Lying avenue. The public has long felt a need for a public flatterer,—one to whom it could go and have its short comings "jollied,"—and I know it will welcome me with a unanimous mind. If you have worked hard, sung hard, or danced hard all this season, and have received no flattering recognition for it, come to the Public Flatterer and receive consolation. For two dollars I will not only flatter, but will give fulsome flattery to the "rottenest" act ever perpetrated on the American public. I have so studied all the late methods of jollying, complimenting, or boosting those whom the press have run over this season, in not taking notice of sufficiently for a write-up, that I know you will be pleased when I get through pouring the balm of flattery on the wounded parts. To those not in the profession, if you have a baby with a wart on its nose or a kinky head, bring it to me, accompanied with a big round dollar, and be told how beautiful it is. I make a special rate to "prims." To be told you make high "o" delightfully just like Melba or Nordica, will cost only fifty cents (Columbian halves not barred). In clubs of three the rate is one dollar, preferable in greenback. A cake of soap is a small, insignificant thing, but to a close observer it reveals a thing or two. On May 1st, 1900, a certain man bought a cake of soap, and on July 3rd, 1900, he used the last of it, the soap lasting two months and two days. He paid one dime for the soap which made his soap cost him less than one-sixth of a cent a day. He was not miserly, but had formed the habit of using soap sparingly, for facial purposes chiefly. On July 4th, 1900, I remember making another call and he had a fresh cake. As the day was really a warm one, and, as he perspired freely, on the Nation's natal day sweetness was not one of his leading charms. I might GREAT EXTERNAL REMEDY have attributed the disagreeable odor to other causes, had I not kept tab on the soap. Conclusion drawn: When you use soap sparingly, always hide it when visitors come. I wonder if throwing oil on the stage will ever take the place of throwing flowers on there. If it does Rockefeller can count on some of my money. Money has such power it can robe the forms of vice in the raiments of virtue, and pass it off for the genuine article on a mammon-worshipping public. A problem: If a man with one eye, and a man with two eyes look at the same object, which sees the more of it? The following is a letter written by a gentleman living here to one living in Indianapolis: "Dear Jack:—Chicago, since Frances O'Neill has become Chief of Police, is the holiest of holy cities. It is now the happiest city in the world to live in. The criminals have all departed. Policemen all carry testaments and hymn books, and it is a frequent occurrence to hear one standing on the corner singing a hymn. I met a colored policeman today, and as he went down State street singing "I Am a Poor Wayfaring Stranger" it was awfully impressive. As he reached 27th street a man fell in an epileptic fit, and as the patrol wagon, for which he had telephoned, came thundering down the street, he tried his best to revive the man by singing "Good News, the Chariot is a coming." Naughty men who used to make dice are now turning them into marbles for children. Poker chips are being used for buttons on women's garments. Playing cards are being converted into calling cards. Slot machines have been turned into banks for charitable purposes. You say you intend to come to Chicago, but I would advise you not to come unless you are very good. Good bye. Harry. TOM THE TATTLER. CHURCH The A. M. E. Church has now in the United States, sixteen well regulated and useful institutions of learning, with nine more in foreign fields, making twenty five schools, employing 3,695 pupils, owning 1,482 acres of land, 51 buildings, representing a total valuation of school property of $35,000. In the maintenance of these schools $100,000 is spent annually. The colored citizens of Columbus, Ga., have recently received very generous gifts from Mr. Peabody. $1000 were given for a kindergarten department of the public school providing $400 are raised each year for five years for its maintenance. $20,000 was given to the Y. M. C. A., providing the expenses maintaining a respectable association for five years are paid. Dr. G. L. Blackwell, formerly manager of the A. M. E. Zion Publication House at Charlotte, N. C., has succeeded the late Dr. William Howard Day as General Secretary of that church. Shilo Baptist church in Philadelphia, Pa., has been remodeled and reopened. It is the third oldest Baptist church in that city. The most remarkable event in the history of Negro education was the assembling of the Board of Education of the African M. E. church, which closed its sixteenth session in Avery Chapel, Memphis, Tenn., Thursday May 16th. Bishop Benj. F. Lee, D.D., LL. D, President of the board, presided throughout the session which was interesting and instructive. In the destructive fire of Friday May 2nd, 1901 which almost entirely destroyed the city of Jacksonville, Edward Waters' College was entirely destroyed with every piece of school furniture and belongings President Richardson worked heroically and was successful in caring for more than 200 studeuts. The First Baptist church of Frankfort, Ky., will erect a handsome new structure. The cost will be 15,000. Rev. Wm. B. Johnson, B. S., Pastor of St. John's A. M. E. church, Montgomery, Ala., delivered the baccalaureate sermon at Payne University, Selma, Ala., May26. Rev. J. P. Wragg, pastor of the M. E. church at Newnan, Ga., has just been appointed agent of the American Bible Society for the South, and will begin his work at once. This is the first time any colored man has been so honored, and the M. E. church and the race at large are grateful for the recognition bestowed. Houston News. Houston, Tex., Special.—The colored citizens this year united for a big celebration of Emancipation on June 19. The laborers of Butler's brick works have agreed to turn out in the parade fifty strong in uniform, and the Lucas brick works have also decided to be in the parade thirty strong. The big bicycle contest will take place at Odd Fellow's hall next Thursday night the 30th inst. A good time is promise to MADAM M'NAIRDEE Has Returned to the City. The gifted Clairroyant, the great female wonder, born with the double(cail) veil, she is one of the old ancient Southern Clairroyants of New Orleans. She's a living Phrenologist and Physiologist. She's in an life by reading your brains and mind. With a grasp of her hand she gives you a coil of influence to enable you to overcome all bad luck. She has made thousands of homes happy. Read the fifth chapter ix verse of St. Matt: "Blessed are the peacemakers for you who have been separated from you. She reunites the separated, makes peace where there is confusion. Your husband or wife will never become angry or your sweetheart forseake you. But will love you better and marry you sooner if you will only heed this lady's consultation. Read what several ladies of your city say. For you, my husband and I had been separated over a year and I just think since I called on this lady, he returned today, we are together and happy." This young lady says: "The one loved refused to call or write me; I called on this lady and we are now engaged." On cane, I called on her and she is gifted to read characters. She challenges the world to excel her advice on love, losses, business family and M. 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Denmon on the streets or at the corner of Main and Congress Avenue. The writer stated in the last issue that the Opera House closed on the 14th inst. he wishes to correct the error by stating the Opera House did not close until the 24th inst., when the manager's benefit performance took place. The swell four hundred of Houston will give a grand diamond contest at Odd Fellow's hall on the 29th inst. Albert A. Chapple general manager. Subscribe for The Freeman. Miss Laura Lockett of Navasota, is expected in the city the first part of next month to spend the summer. The Manhattan Club is going to give a swell cotillion at the Masonic hall next month. Mr. Arthur Edwards one of Houston's popular young men spent several days in Galveston listening to the sad waves, and he reports he had a merry time. The party of St. Louis business men who are touring Texas was the guest of Houston for a few hours. Mr. L. A. Foster is expecting to make a trip North next month. Prof. J. H. Haskins is stopping in the city. Mr. E. P. Allen, of Galveston, was in the city last week having a time with his old friends. There was a swell party given out to Miss Florence Booth's residence on Leland Avenue on the 13th inst.; quite a nice crowd of young ladies and gentlemen was out and dancing was indulged until late hours. Mr. Gus Thompson of Fourth Ward gave a birthday party on the 16th inst. The young man received many and beautiful presents from his different friends. Chillicothe News. Chillicothe, Mo., Special.—Miss Lulu Nance entertained the 20th Century Club last Thursday evening from 8 to 11 p. m. Mr. Wm. Wilson left last week for St. Joseph, Mo., he will be greatly missed on East Wise street. Mr. Leonard Davis, of Brookfield, was in the city Friday. Mr. Eugene Anderson has gone to Marshalltown, Iowa, where he has a good position. Rev. R. L. Beal held quarterly meeting at the A. M. E. church last Sunday. The regular services at the Second Baptist church were conducted by the pastor Rev. G. D. Sanders. Mr. James Thompson, of the "Two Jim" barber shop has accepted a position in Brunswick, Mo. The funeral of Ollie Holmes, aged 14 years, was held at the A. M. E. church the 16th inst., Revs. R. R. L. Beal, W. G. Leech, attending. Mr. R. C. Anderson was elected Chief Mintor of the Knights of Tabor. Mr. Herbert Beech, a highly esteemed young man, and a zealous worker for his church is training a choir for the convention. Mr. Willie Williams who has been attending school at Jefferson City, has returned home. Mr. C. W. Black has been elected superintendent of the Second Baptist Sunday school. Cures Weak Men Free. Send Name and Address To-day----You Can Have It Free and Be Strong and Vigorous for Life. INSURES LOVE AND A HAPPY HOME. T. L. W. KNAPP. M. D. 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Capitol Ave. Indianapolis, Ind 5 ee NE se ALBER | Ms GE GEN i maid i apcete a Ohrorertl s “« Og eS BN I cs name Ca = as fy) = ee = Qa ss fo" Nie oN we me — = gS SS eee Ks ee Men Wawasee Inn, Wawasee Lake, I uo fa ae Mr. Wilson’s efficient work at Se oo -|famous resort, last season, prompt aes the managers to urge his return, 1 former positions, such as cook in t wen rT White House for the late ex-Presid we. " ‘Harrison, chef at the Pabst hotel, M Bl SPE) © | wankee; the Monroe hotel, Chica q = > and other notable hotels and reste x + ants gives him favorable recommen s Dv 5 tions everywhere. d= D a yy oon PROGRESSIVE WAITERS. > - If colored waiters shonld lose thr = fourths of the best hotels in the Unit 7 States, during the next ten years, it c R. J. Johnson, who resigned his posi-| tainly will not be the fault of the p tion as headwaiter at the Francroli|Prietors and managers. A great ma totel, Memphis, Tenn., is now open for| People think strange that waiters ¥ employment, Address 38 Turley St. | leave a year-round job to go to a res Wu. L, Wilson, formerly a waiter at the Bates honse, Indianapolis, Ind., and more recently at the Chittenden, Colam- hus, O., left June 1st for New York, his fature home. H., F. Still, for a long time headwatter at the Balls hotel, Westville, N. J., has resigned, and can now be found at his home, 4228 Parkelde ave., Philadelphia, He will attend the convention at Baffalo in September. Quite a number of prominent colored headwaiters are now idlein Philadel- phia, withont places for the summer. (eens ie | ‘The headwaiters should select compe- tent men as time-Keepers, men who know something about keeping books, men who have good sound sense and can use common judgment, for a poor or incompetent time-keeper causes a dis- tnrbance among @ crew of men every payday, No headwaiter should tolerate a poor time-keeper. George Mase, of Columbus, O., has thename of being the youngest up-to- date. waltees in-Ohio- ‘The following is the names of the crew at the Clarendon house, Zanesville, 0., of which E, C, Holland is head- waiter: Geo. Miller, J, B. Clanton, C. W, Ross, H. B. Jones, William Holt, Dan Guy, Edward Kanfman Robt. Graham, Thomas Simms, George Drake, C.W. Stockton, —N. Miller. The following crew of thirty-four waiters give satisfactory service at the Hotel Anderson, Pittsburg, Pa., of which J. T. Gilbert is the efficient and courteous headwaiter: Geo. M. Rolls, first assistant. Robert Lee, captain. ‘Thomas Smith, captain. DW Shorter, O Neil, Minor Roland, A.J Rose, John Brewer, Hi Jackson, WRRobinson, Pleasant Mason, EB Nicholas, Frank Crumble, BN Tylor, Calvin Bell, capt. Walter Elam, R A Coleman, Knfas Grimes, Henry Wilson, John Harrison, Charles Robinson, Wm Robinson, Ben Wallace, Andrew Anderson, Albert Knot, Edward Price, Henry Miles, Felix Green, Jessie Kimbough, 1H Green, Fred Hill, Henry Evans, Randolph Jefferson, W D Montgomery. Notes from Columbus, O.—Warren Hawes, Geo, Richardson and ‘Thomas Brown, waiters at the Great Southern cafe, have each bought one hundred shares of the Lone Star Oil Co. stock of Texas, ‘The waiters of Columbus have formed a stock company to open up a first class hotel. We are glad to see such energetic young men. They have the right spirit, and our adviceis—boys, stick together, and you are bound to succeed. Wm. Green, of California, is now located at the Neil house. We Wish to correct a statement that we made last week in reference to the head- Waiter’s name that took charge of the Great Southern cafe. It is Thomas Brown instead of Charles Brown. Mr. Brown succeeded a white headwaiter, and we understand, direct from the wanager, he is giving much better sat- \sfaction, ‘This shows that the colored boys are coming to the front in Euro- Pean service. Charley Joplin is still chef cook at the Park hotel, the only colored chef in Columbus. Grant Clemons, a dining ear waiter of Chicago, spent a couple of days in Colambus this Week, I see our old friend F. C. Long 's doing good work at the Windermere in Chicago. Hotel men throughout the conutry, don’t fail to subscribe for The Freeman. We desire to congratulate oar friend and brother, Capt. Thomas, of the Great Northern, Chicago, through the colamne of ‘The Freeman. F. W. Wilson, who accepted a posi- ton at the Howard house, Fox Lake, Wis, for the season, will not hold his contract there on account of repeated Urgent requests from the managers of THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. Wawasee Inn, Wawasee Lake, Ind. Mr. Wilson's efficient work at this famous resort, last season, prompted the managers to urge his return, His former positions, such as cook in the White House for the late ex-President Harrison, chef at the Pabst hotel, Mil- Waukee; the Monroe hotel, Chicago, and other notable hotels and restaur- ants gives him favorable recommenda- tions everywhere. PROGRESSIVE WAITERS. By F. C. Long, Chicago. If colored waiters should lose three- fourths of the best hotels in the United ‘States, during the next ten years, it cer- tainly will not be the fault of the pro- Prictors and managers. A great many people think strange that waiters will leave a year-round job to go to a resort for two months. if this bettered his condition financially it would be all right, but, asa rale, it is just the oppo- site. A great evil attends many of the resorts, and the headwaiters are respon- sible for it. They carry away a crew of waiters simply to gamble, not to serve at table. ‘This is the chance that the waiters are after. They do not care about wages or tips so long as they are on the headwaiter's ‘tat to gamble. This is one of the many things that is cansing girls to be employed at resorts instead of colored waiters. Many ex- headwaiters have said to me that they thought the Head and Second Waiters Association’s principle was to reinstate the old headwaiters and see that they were held in position, I wish to say that in these prosperous times every ex- headwaiter, second waiter and every side waiter can get work if ne is worthy of it. A good man always has a job in view, and the job seeks him. No one wants to hire a man that is always out. If yon wish to better your condition keep at work. The H. and 8. W.N. B, A. is supposed to bring them in close relation to each other and to meet once ayear to exchange ideas and get ac- quainted as well as to help each other to get a position. We often hear of a good place or have proprietors write our president for a man, but, as a rule, it is hard to find a fitting man for the plaoe. I recently heard a proprietor say that it was harder to get a good headwaiter than a chef, steward or manager. As long as a headwaiter will work in a large first class house for forty and fifty dollars per month he will never be ap- preciated as a first class man. I have heard proprietors say I don’t want a fifty dollar man; 1 want a first class man and am willing to pay forit. When there are all grades of hotels in a city it is unwise for waiters in a second class house to strike for the same wages paid ina first class house. In most instances the house can’t afford it, and the pro- prietor is forced to put ingirls,. A little good jndgment is necessary. Make yourself proficient to do service in a first class house where the wages are paid. ‘There will be a great gathering of head and second waiters at Buffalo in Sep- tember. The great overplus of waiters East should be encouraged to come West. There are thousands and thousands of so-called waiters whose places should be filled by first class and worthy men. There are but few headwaiters that don't need them. ‘The Manhanset honse at Shelter Isiand, N. Y., will, for the first time, ran white waiters. They employ from seventy-five to one hundred mea. It seems that the colored waiters are getting reckless. Itis reported that white waiters will slowly, but surely, get the leading resorts as they have the cities like New York, and they are gradually getting Chicago. This is not a matter of prejudice, but business. I am afraid our boys are too fond of a good time. They study that more than they do business. ‘The waiter should not look apon ais position as an humble calling, but should dignify it by intelligence and a thor- ough Imowledge of the business. He should learn to master his calling in all of its details, and should have some in- ventive genius and form ideas of his own. He should not decide too quickly that an adopted course is best, and that there is no other way becanse such was done at this or that place. These are progressive times, and the waiter must make progress along with hotel and manager. Business in the Hyde Park region is good; every hotel has raised the wages of the waiters, Wages are not raised ‘owing to the scarcity of waiters, but ‘owing to the scarcity of first class wait- ers. Reliable, neat and worthy men are the ones that areneeded. There are ‘many waiters in Chicago that we can not use, but every good man is at work, ‘and his service is appreciated to the 'fallest extent. | The hotels have never been known to be crowded as they are so early in the season. ‘This being a great year for waiters it is hoped that they will remember that good times don’t last always, and that to save a dollar for days of illness is 8 wise man’s policy. Never was there more intelligent ‘crew of waiters at the Windermere hotel than there is now. Three-fourths of the thirty-three waiters are men of purpose, haying some aim in life, and are working hard to accomplish it; and they are highly looked upon by the guests, We have graduates of the Eng- lish and other branches, while others are pursuing courses in law, medicine and other professions. ‘The better class being in the majority crap and poker games are unknown in the waiters building — something remarkable for waiters. The advantages that hotel work gives to young men who are endeavoring to improve their intellectual faculties are many, and we fail to see why there are not more of the intelligent young men availing themselves of the opportunities given. ‘The Hyde Park waiters haye great advantages over the waiters working in the busy districts of the city. Every hotel is located within ten minutes’ walk of Jackson Park, where it is always de- lightful and refreshing. Jackson Park 1s the old exposition grounds along the lake front, and within it is found the Field Colambian Museum, which is open to the public daily from 9a, m. to 4p. m, To the student this museum offers untold advantages," and two days in every week the public is admitted free. ‘The following address was delivered by W. Alonzo Locke, of the Halliday hotel, before the Baptist Literary of Cairo, IIL, April 1, 1901: ‘Mr. President and Members—in some of the best States of the Union, the last year of the 19tn century, temporarily closed the period of Negro suffrage. March 4, 1901, closed the career of one of one of our best Negro Congressmen in the House of Representatives, and many things of minor importance have taken"place which, in a great measure, tends to disconrage us, but instead of becoming disheartened at these obsta- cles let us be broad enough to see some good even in things which are for the most partevil In spite of all this our colored soldiers are being promoted from the ranks to commisioned officers, our schools are the happy recipients of vast donations at the hands of our Anglo‘Saxon million- aires, and on account of oir elimination from polities our attention is more defi- nitely turned to things which add to our material benefit, and consequently out of things which are apparently against us, we seem to be able to derive some good. We are from many points of view an inferior race of people. The very darkness of our skin implies (as the whice man sees it) ignorance, super- stition, infidelity, dishonor, stupidity and worthlessness. His foundation is ‘based upon experience with the Negro together with the fact that just a few Years ago we were slaves unable to tes- tify in our own behalf. It is not be- cause onr faces are black that we are disregarded, but it is because of what a black face, as a rule, indicates. We are compelled to agree with Mr. Washington when he says, “No race or nation of people is long ostracised who contributes to the mar- kets of the world.” He means by that that we must be inventors, electricians, mechanics, agricalturists, brickmasons, miners, business men, and, in short, everything that anybody else is. We must not only possess those qualifica- tions individually, but enongh of us should be qualified so as to have abso- lute independence. As it is to-day if a ‘Negro starts to work on a large plant of any kind and the white employes de- mand his immediate discharge, he of ‘course loses his place because the insti- tution can get along without him but not withont the white man. Now, for us to fill the places in our community as other people fill them, we must find out what weare best fitted for and then apply ourselves. It may well be said that ‘fortunate is the man who has found his calling, who is satis- fied with his occupation, and who sees its possibilities.”” To this man natare whis- pers, “‘you have obeyed,” and he is con- tent. Sucha man knows his business, learns to be independent, knows how to take care of himself. His nervous ener- gy instead of being spent in regrets and Tongings is devoted to the upbuilding of his business, to its success and its long life. According to this we can readily see that our future destiny to a great extent lies in our own hands. And if we don't make a change for the better our condition remains the same. On the other hand we have the consolation tu know that our condition will be im- proved in the same ratio that we im- prove our opportunities If we are in the minority in population, wealth, in- telligence, eto., how can we expect to measure arins ith other races in regard to privileges without measuring arms with them in the more essential things? ‘We talk about legislation, the Constitu- tion of the United States, etc. ‘The law of the land cannot make an inferior men equal toa superior one any more than a 53-cent dollar worth a hundred cents. It is high time that we were throwing off the veil of conceit and sub- atitating therefor simplicity, industry, economy and self respect. Individually we have some people in our zace who are as capable as anybody, but on the whole we are not what we should be, and the question of race improvement is worthy of our own consideration. ABrideisNever Nervous atthe Altar ‘The humorous and unusual experi ences in the life of a metropolitan clergyman are told by the Rey. David M. Steele, of New York City, who has just written about “Some’ People I Have Married,” for The Ladies Home Journal, Mr. Steel declares that the prospective bride is always nervous until the time for the marriage ceremony, when she is calm and collected. The groom is exactly the reverse: always cool until he comes to face the clergyman, when his nerves invaria, bly give way. BS BABAB<DABOEH ERO OPO PROMINENT NEGROES. ILI IIL EWE E EEE Ny DE. DaNn, B BROw, ‘The above is an exact likeness of Dr. Daniel Brown who has} just opened ax office at 418 Indiana avenue. Dr. Brows finished the first of this month a year’s work as interne at the City Dispensary, which position he acquired through com: petitive examination. He is a graduate of the Indiana Medical College and The Freeman believes he has the energy. ability and ambition to make 8 success ful physician. ‘Mr, Charles W. Chesnutt was born in Cleveland, O,, June 20, 1858, of free colored parents, both North Carolinians. His father served four years in the Civil War at the close of which he returned with his family to his home at Fayette- ville, N.C., where Mr. Chesnutt was reared. He attended the public schools of Cleveland for two and a half years, and secured the remainder of his educa- tion in the schools of North Carolina, supplemented by private instruction and atady. ‘Mr. Chesnutt began to teach in the public schools of North Carolina atan early age. He was employed as pupil teacher at Payetteville, as assistant teacher for several years at Charlotte, N.C., where he taught one year as principal. He was then appointed assistant teacher in the State Normal School at Fayetteville, of which school he became principal early in the eighties. In 1883 he resigned his posi- tion “and ‘left the South. He was engaged for short time in newspaper work in New York, as a reporter of ‘Wall Street news, and then returned to his birthplace, Cleyeland, Ohio, where he has since resided. In 1887 he was admitted to the Ohio bar, and practiced his profession in connection with the work of reporting cases in the courts of wae! Att Mii Ce 7 PAO Cleveland. Mr. Chesnutt acquired the| art of short-hand writing while in North Carolina, and found it invaluable in securing a foothold in the business and professional world. He has served for two terms as president of the Ohio Stenographers’ Association. He read law while employed as stenographic clerk in the office of Hon, Samuel E. Williamson, then of Cleveland, now general solicitor of the New York Central R. R. Co. Mr. Chesnutt’s literary work began very early in life, but was entirely desaltory until within recent years. From childhood it was his dream that he might some day become an author of repute. His first effort was published in a little newspaper edited by a colored man in North Carolina, in the seventies. He contributed verse, short stories and essays. to the periodival press from time to time, and in 1887 began to publish through the Atlantic Monthly, the series of dialect stories which were ufter- wards collected and published, with some original additions, in volume entitled ‘The Conjure Woman.” In Angust 1898 the story “The Wife of his Youth” appeared in the Atlantic Month- Jy and at once attracted wide attention. ‘This was tollowed early in 1899 by “The Conjure Woman” and later in the same year by “The Wife of His Youth and Other Stories of the Color Line,” published by Messrs. Houghton, Mifiin & Co., and a “‘Life of Frederick Dong- ass, ””in the Beacon Series of Biographies of Emminent Americans. The House Behind the Cedars, 1900, a dramatic novel of the color line, has attained a wide popularity. Mr. Chesnntt’s books, while couched in the form of entertain- ing fiction, are distinetly purpose writ- ings, and he means for some time to ‘come to devote himself to writing others along the line. News Items. Henderson, Ky., Special—Mr. G. A. Barksdale, of Sebree, was in the city, > _-MARCUS RUBEN s bE MANUFACTURER OF it ope Waiters’ ‘ ae Barbers’ Coats | A ae pr ie ; \ Barkeepers’ Coats, Vests \\ il, y iL ' and Aprons | ah 200, Slate SL, Cie, I. tae ee Will mail Oatalogus on application. ’ THE WAITERS’ MANUAL + Ev waiter who wishes to make money should buy Price $1.00 this book. Every headwaiter who desires to make a Css reputation should advise his men to obtain ais ae Compiled by W. Forrest Cozart “Vivren CONTENTS: How to Become a Good Waiter; How to Get Up an Order How to Serve Meals; How to Serve a Banquet; Remarks to Young Headwaiters ete., ete., etc. Address: THE FREEMAN, Indianapolis, Ind. ————EE=EEE=————————— THE noe STONE FRONT |avetssss tet gett open coy got nest: Large, Commodious and ‘AATN Cherry streets, prone WIGGINS, Prop. Elegant Compartments, | qe ‘European Plan Rooms to Let by the Day ~ peice First-class Ser- ce Prop. ARCHIE GREATHOUSE ek 216 Indiana Avenue, a 7 INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA. Pt 7 212 Indiana Avenue. Regular Meals and)jLunches |. Theater Parties Served 4 Se ee First-class Service, Satisfact- ion Guaranted, ftmestcckGans. — GIVE Us A CALL— MILTON GENTRY, Proprietor ae COLORED PEOPLE J PpHAIR SWITCH FREE yw Roney rot entanslsend yoo sally BM sre ahs a Se [iy sissies Ci ete eee 2A MU W Ste ra guuhinntas waa ies ee ree a eat ee aaa ara eres acer aeons eee ete ale ea caries mart ete aes Se anaon ceelas act ria PC __ fay a \ We err | CLIPPER LAWN MOWERO@., —_—_—_—_———— ees Race week, in).:the] interest of the Ken- tacky Watchman. 3cjMiss @&thel \pL. Browne and Mrs, Inez-Alexander visited friends in Evansville last Sunday. Mas- ter Horace Slaughter, of St. Louis, is visiting his grand parents, Mr. and Mrs, Nicholas Slaughter, at Woodland Heights, Mr. Cain Alves has returned to Ashley, Ind. Miss Maymie Jackson was a visitor in Evansville May 12th. The entertainment given at the resi dence of Miss Sophronia White for the benefit of the First Baptist Sanday school was quite a financial success. ‘Miss Florence Marshall, formerly of this city, but now of San Diego, Cal., is in the city visiting her sister. H.W. Dallam was in Evansville recently visit: ing friends. The rally at the First Baptist church, Sunday, May 12th, wae quite financial stecess, One hundred and twenty-six dollars was raised. IDEAL HOTEL, Nashville, Tenn. Visit the Ideal Hotel, open day and night. short orders at all hours; meats ineand 5c, AUN Cherry cree, phone Steines PD: DWIGGINE, Prop. ee : ¥ " ) Z- a DR. SHEA, MARVELOUS MEDIUM. Gives thenamos of dead and living frlonda, tells who and when you will marry, also of business journeys, lawsuits, abscné friends, hoalth of anything voa with” to know, 6 matter what it is, Ho can eail up ‘your 8 init Friends and show them to you, Can'make them Tap all around the room. He asks no questions, don ask youto write names for ti Don't try to pump you in any way, but tolls you Hint od Be thoroughly indorsed by lend ing spiritualists everywhere, received from them "a gold. medal and special “license to practice itis wonderful powers; credentials no One else can show,can give thousands of refer- gneas to ‘both white and colored patrons. ‘Twenty-five years’ practice—soven in Brooklyn will show you that he can .do.all he tolls af Gan tell what business is best for you and whore, how to win speedy “marviag with the One you love.” How to be successful in all your Goings, in short, Wwhat ta beat to do. He auc- coeds whem all others fail. Positive satistuc- fion or no pay, Call and see, You will find i Iucky to consult this Christian gentleman. He has @ medicine that will cure drunkenness, can Potvin patients not knowing it. ‘Thousands ‘through him are now RICH, HAPPY AND SUCCESSFUL. with all their undertakings, while those who neglect his advice are still, laboring against Poverty. "Through his perfect kaowl dge of Chemistry he can impart to you a secret that Rut overcome your ‘enemies and win your friends, His aid “and advice nas often. been golietea: the result has always boon the secur: ing of speedy and happy m.rriages and. al Foor miaton.” In love adairs ho ‘mover tals Hohasthessoret of winning the affections of 16 opposite sex. Te isthe curse of Spiritualism that in all largo cities there tna class of men abd. women who claim powers they do not possess. ‘They Ravo'noither gifts, eredentinis Hor reference, Surloy tho colored people are not so wanting in sense as ‘to throw thelr me and money away onsuch. Dr. Shea refersto the Hon. Chas, Miller, ‘capitalist, 2451 Atlantic avenues the Hon. Wm. Denmore, architect and builder, 47 Cleveland avenue, and Mr. “Pred” Lampe, rocer, Gl Fulton strest, Brooklyn. Ail bars jown him for the past ten yeara. we gives ® froo test of his power to all, "The Doctor bas racticed five years in New Orleans, Bt Louis, Hremphis, Louletto ‘understands thoroughly ‘the diseases, spells or influences the race 1s subject to, He has now ead always had tho patronage from them, PLEASE READ THB FOLLOWING: Brookiyg, Aug, 15 This ts to cortity that I came to New Work from Albany..1 was @ Stranger ina strange city, out of work and out ofmoney.Thadno luck in anything { under. took, What todo I did not know. “A friend Advised me tog » and see Dr. Shea. Tid. He fold me the cane of my troubled, he took me {aut ental meas & trostnt: fhnwen bee Agora good pontion that very week.” Thad doen to others} they took my money sind did oe no good. blow the day T fret met, Dr. Bhoa.” would advise ail In bad Inck, sick oF {n trouble to goto him tenes. Sincerely ALBERT AYRES. Plainfield, N. J. ‘A SENSATION IN BROOKLEN—A MINISTER'S STATE " ext: I wish to stato that one of my parishonors was Bick and in trouble for a long time, Mrs. Brown, of Ga’ street, Noone seemed toun- derstand her case. Sho bad seyeral doctors, bat none of them se med to know ‘what was Gematter,-None could do jher any good. Te was my duty as her pastor to call and see her. On hearing of the wonderfal work being dons by Dr hea ho tnat few yours, X thowabt f would call end see him myself. i found bim & Sympathetic gentieman” And bo xara mo. & ‘Srondorful test of his powers: told ‘me to send. hin alock of the patient's hair, which Tid by’ her danghter. ‘Then be told at once what was the matter. and ina short. timo cared her sound and well, “Hor family had seemingly Hoon under ‘a clond. "Now all is changed. All are well and prosperous, I cam truly an Beartily Focommena Dr. Rhea, 40 all ose in sickness or distr ss of any kind. HEY. WM. JOHNSON. Pastor Lebanon Oburch, Brooklyn. Dr Shot eaa’'show thousands fuch an the above. DR, SEA. ‘Has boen carefully educated in the Homoo- Dathio and Electr, schools of medicines his Enocess 1s wonderful in curing. paralysis, Theumatism, asthma, sore eyes, tumors, cancers Constipation, age, Gvepepmas tare) worms, liver complaints deatness, caterrh, Gropsy, plies, nervous debility heart diseases, SeaMaog “aivenses ad Sit strange, myeter! s. ious diseases which others don't understand, Alldiscases, mo matter what they be. Noth= ingbuthondrablo treatment. He cau and will honestly tell it you can be cured. Has all Bow. remedies ‘and ‘new, success. Has an amp'e experience in public hospitals vate clinics, No trifiag with human, I fo, Ballat once. Do not delay. Diplomas hang in parlors. Ta registered ybysician. A new remedy for Thoumatism just discovered, not f lintment, Hopeless cases and those "that Others can not cure solicited to call. Fat folks thin’ eho childiss mado, parents. Ail JSC Entre Guurebe Yor ‘medical treatment only, Closed Sundays. ‘Mention this paper. ‘651 Fulton Brooklyn, N. ¥. (G5 ; cx i ( i fe a. if : s agg 2 as i | 5 ‘ 3 : G, X Pay A 3 7 t e Va Seay i QS EDITED BY “Woodbine” rue FREEMAN POST OFFICE. -tamped_ enveloped addressed, fs mbieed for ends Better andthe hing Bins nese followed by the person addressed Shit Vnjvans i onder fo prevent, musta. Se Srotenalonals abd should bear spi thet nl letters, otc. n tranclt between fp aN sand Ganeda, met be Prepaid, the Cu choy are hot forwarded, NOTICE.-Advertised letters will be held in The Freeman Post Office for OUR WEEKS ONLY hereafter. apres 119 Allen Mre Russell @ Lee, Miss Sallie ‘arndle, Miss Glenn Patterson, Miss Luin Barnett, Misa Nettie 3. Royal, ‘Mrs Alice Clark Barostt ity Lula. Russell, «ise'Tenia, Bivcwell, Mrs Clara ‘Terry, Miss L, Hill. mlseMarg&Dor'y Wade, Miss Alina Jackson, ae race Washington, Oarlotta Haney AiissBessteLee ‘aan eee Fane senry Kennedy, Will Gott 2 Bete iticnara | Lee, Brown, Jessie Leach, Robert Burden, Charley Lewis, Ohas Barton, Chas Manning, John Giattors. Jas B ‘Mason, AL, 2 Fernando, Jas MeCabe, DW Faller, W. Be ‘MeCaméron Henry Fisher, Prof 8 B MoCarver, Bily Garves, Milton, McKay, Theophilus W Gauss, Oscar ‘McGruder, Ambrose Goi, Spencer B | Morton, James Glenn, Jultas loxley, George Geet, Wan Bitman, #C 2 odes, rrampin, Harry Hughes, Bd Price, J.'W. Horace, Geo © 2. Stephens, Augustus Hampton, P.@, (@) | The Fosters Housley, Angeio 4, | Puompsony fe W Housley, GW 2) Van Slack, Henry Htmphreys, WA 2 | Weeks, James B Iman, Peale West, JD Jackson, J HS Woodard, Sidney Johnson, JB 2) Wright, L. J. L. Tones, BW 0 0U:téC RRO TE —CO—~—=«~SOL. —-ROUTE- 0 = —-ROUTE— = 1001 Aiynisox Buos? Naw axo_ Axcrmt Bours Co— Hartford, Ind, June 1; Bluffton, 3, Decatur 4 Loynty, (Bells Bros, & (-Paye)—Norwich, Conn Suge fj Providence, fe, Fall River, Mass, iNew Bedtord, 5: Newport, Ri, 6; ‘Tawa: ton Mase, 7 Brocton, 8 cssou Sounge Sixoeas.—Cornwell, Ontario fan, dune 1 Mo Bs Hronuols, Pres: soit Smitha ty Perth, 7: Mountain drove : Suis & Gnay's Omevs,—Loutsville, Ky, June ‘THE QUEEN OF HAYTI. “Harris and Vanghn send regards to Mr, and Mrs. Kersands. Harry Eaton sends regards to “Bill Blue” and everybody elee. Edward C. Price (Prince Edward) the comedian, is resting at Paducab, Ky., smong friends, Clarence Powell sends regards to J. Edward “Bronze Chesterfield.” Go on with ‘em Prince Alba from Albany. The Hendersons, Lagretta and R. O., sre doing well at Green River, Hot Springs, Wash. and send regards to all friends. J. Ds West write. ‘The Mme. Kate Washington's Female minstrels played Owensboro, Ky., last Week during Elke’ carnival, and are playing Henderson, Ky., this week- Mr. and Mrs, Dan. E. Washington, late of Harrison Bros. minstrels, and Mr. Seymour left Thursday for Mil- Waukee to join Pawnee Bill’s show. Rabe Brown and Jessie Dudley are fnishing their 8rd week's engagement at MoCoy’s Theatre, Oxnard, Cal., and are making a great hit with their sing- ing. A few more professional copies of ‘“A Coon with the Raglan Craze” on sale by E.C. Knox & Co., music publishers, 310 N. Capitol ave., Indianapolis, Ind. Price 12¢, Mr and Mrs, Marsh Craig, Billy Mil- ler, Frank Clermont and Joe T. Patton, of the Gideon minstrels, are spending their vacation at Mt. Clemens, Mich., ah write that they are enjoying @ great ay W. W. Rowland, bandmaster with Sells & Gray's circus writes:—E. C. Kuox & Co. received the professional py of Boone's song “A Coon with the Raglan Craze” and it is fine. It sung ®t Danville, Ky,, Saturday afternoon With great success, It is indeed rich. Cooper and Bailey write:—We are tow ou the New England circuit, next Week we play the Boston Theatre, lowell, Mass., after which we open at Henderson's, Coney Ieland, N, Y. Re- firds to J. Bd. Green, Henry Troy aud ‘lftiends, We are going big as usual. Blutch and Will, Jones Bros., write THE FREEMAN: , AN ILLUSTRATED COLOKED NEWSPAPER. from Sydney, Australia, that they are well and are doing eplendidly. They will eail for America, (““Home, Sweet Home”) on about July 5th. ‘They send regards to Major Ben F, Payne and family, Babe Alexander, Pool and Rooke and all friends Joe Ricks, the fiutist has located in Columbus, O., and is a member of the People’s band and orchestra. The band has been engaged to play for the Lex- ington, Ky., fair this year. Would like to hear from Angelo Housley. The People’s will be the finest colored band that ever played at the Lexington fair. THE QUEEN OF HAYTI. J. H. Heard writes from Dawson City, Alaske:—I'll return to America next December; my sucess up here has been great. When I point out that I am stage manager and producer over 35 ofays you will know that I am doing well. This is a cold country; we have six months daylight and six months darkness, Iam theonly “gigmark” per- former that ever entered this country. Sam Hall's Oriental Theatre, New- port News, Va., opened Monday night May 18, with a strong company of vaudeville artists. The show is above the average, in fact the best in the city. Harris and Vaughan the fanniest of all sketch teams introducing their own original act in a “Coon Bust Up,” prov. ed themselves the most laughable comedy duo we have ever seen in thi city. ‘Wm. Halback writes:—My Minstrel ‘Jubilee Co., will open season in Jackson, ‘Miss. 1891, on or about Sept. 2. So far Thave some good booking. I have suc- ceeded in placing some of the best musicians, comedians, danoers, vocalist and two big novelty acts for our big olio, All friends please write wher you feel that you can catch me through The Freeman, or 207 Clifton street, Fackncn: sian George Temple was in Indianapolis Tuesday securing talent for summer work at Louisville, Ky. The managers this season have been working white performers, but the people demanded the return of last year’s favorite, hence the change. He can use good people, see ad. on this page. George returned Wednesday, accompanied by Prof, G. J. Dawson, who will be his orchestra leader and F. Fowler Brown, tenor soloist. Niss Jessie Proctor, late of Harrison Bros. minstrels, while enroute near Joliet, Ill., committed suicide by jamp- ing through a car window while the train was running at full speed. ‘The remains were buried at Joliet, Ill. The following note was found in her hand bag. ‘It is too late to be sorry now. May God bless the one who drove me to this. Send my trunk to Addie Payne, 828 Kansas ave., Topeka, Kans.—Broken hearted Jeeie. Notes from ‘‘Coontown 400” Co.—We are now in Texas; business is fine. Mo- Carver, Reed and McCarver are the hit of the show. Lillie Gary is a favorite with her high-class singing. LaShe, slack wire artist, is hitting them hard. Scotte and DeLeo, musical artists, get their hare of honors. The ghost is the feature of the show, and he does some walking too. Wego to Arizona next for two weeks then to the coast. We are well and send regards to friends. ‘The company numbers 40, Luke Pulley, the solo pianist and singing comedian, is handling tne 200 colored cake walkers and dancers at the Auditorium, Chicago; arrived direct from New York for that purpose, and is assisted by Joe Moxley and Ambrose Davis, for the big production of Wm A. Brady's “Uncle Tom’s Cabin” Mrs. Luke Palley will sing the popular song, “Clydie, Oh,” with 200 voices as she did in New York City at the Academy of Music, This compsny had a run of 8 months in New York, and will play a run at the Auditorium in Chicago. From the Canadian Jubilee Singers:— We have toured Nova Scotia and New Brohswick and have met with big sne- cess and hearty welcome. There is one thing certain, the people in this province know when they get @ good thing. We have been in this part since March 4, and it is the common talk; “why didn’t you arrange to stay longer?’ and wanted usto book for next season, which speaks well for Canada, Each and every mem- ber of the company does their own work, the Co., don’t rest on one or two. We change program nightly. About July 1 we will return home for a rest. Mallory Bros, and Brooks and Gracie Halliday are spending two weeks at their home, 718 Ashland street, Jack- sonville, Ill., after which they make 8 summer trip of the following vaudeville houses: Minneapolis and St. Paul, Buffalo at Shea’s Garden, Chicago at Sans Souci Park. We takeour vacation in August at home, opening the 2nd of September in Chicago for three weeks with St. Louis, Detroit, Rochester then the Keith’s circuit: Boston, Providence, ‘New York, Philadelphia, to follow. We are doing nicely in vaudeville, and have added a novelty for next season. ae QUEEN OF HAYTI. ‘The New Orleans minstrels’ second anniversary was May 15 at Goldsboro, N.C, and the management opened the safe to our buyer, telling him not to spare pains nor expense in making the occasion one of the grandest of all. Ice cream, cake, nuts, champaigne, candies, beer and boxes of cigars were on the bill of fare. Last year we celebrated this occasion at Charlotte, N. C. This com- pany was organized in Chicago May 15, 1899, and from that time until now the show has never cl.sed over a week. The second anniversary will long be remem- bered by us all. Abont3in the a. m. we shook hands and ‘‘turned in,” after enjoying the brilliant festivities. One evening last week a atorm tried to drown us out, but we survived without damage and the show played to big business. Hi Henry Hunt, the “Alabama Wir. zard,” joined the show at Greenville, N.C. Onr regards to all. Memphis, Tenn —The Rialto opened Monday 20 ult. to the capacity of the building which is a beantifal stractare, seating 1,200 people, a nicely arranged stage with four dressing rooms, a green room, complete with electric switch board and entirely new scenery. The performances, under direction of J. Ed. Green, are the talk of the town; every- one pronouncing them equal to anything on the market. Mr. Green says the place is the finest of its kind in the South. Ben. Hunn, who arrived the 24 ult. and opened week of 27 to ran 4 weeks is highly pleased with the place and says that he will place it on his regular vaudeville list. Lew Hall, the lessee and manager, has the right idea, and ere long a circuit will be formed, em- bracing Chattanooga, Birmingham and Knoxville, connecting with Florida. Eddie Foy Elliot was a pronounced hit at the opening. Johnny Green, the Western favorite, has won the hearts of all Memphis people, and will be quite @ favorite all season. J.Ed Green has new songs, new acts and dances every week. Good people always wanted. Christian and Thomas and Frank Kirk write. J. Ed. Green writes from Memphis. — Instead of rehearsing “In Sunny Tennes- see,” a farce comedy for Robt. Gomm, I’m in “Sunny Tennessee” with Lew Hall at the Rislto, one of the finest theatres in the South, strictly adapted to vandeville, I will direct all per- formances. This week's bill will incinde Eddie Foy Elliot, Bessie Gilliam, Blaine Bly, Nettie Lewis, John Green, Mr. and Mre. Geo. Williams, Lew Hall, Ora Crisewell, Johnson and Reed and'a big chorus. Am under obligations to Mr. Holman for his kindly feeling in regard toa mistaken notice of his closing; due strictly to the large city of Chicago having such a number of informers that gave me the news weekly, consequently it will make me write more authentic notes. Would be pleased to hear from all friends, prior to Mr. Johnson's and my opening of the season, address me at Alhambra hotel, Beale and Hernando streets, Memphis, Tenn. * (HE QUEEN OF HAYTI. BOSTON.—The benefit for Mis Mamie Emerson, under the personal di. rection of Harry Eaton proved a grand and glorious success, both financially and artistically. The receipts were promptly turn over to her, and she de parted the following day for St. Lonis, the home of her parents, where she hopes to regain her failing health. The “Female Drammer” quartette is pleasing the patrons at the Howard Athenaeum. The song sheet of 50 voices warbled their last Saturday. Smith and Powell, after meeting with mnch success here left for New York on the 22 ult. The parks around here will open shortly, and there will be plenty of work fot colored performers. Gorman’s Alabama Troubadours will open June 10 at Lewis- town, Me. Willams & Walker are at Keith's this weet. The Golden Gate quartette are at the Palace this week. Clarence Powell will remain here for some time to fill club engagements. Prof. Jas. Turner just closed a two weeks’ run at the Bowdion Square Museum with his now celebrated tron- badours. Harry Eaton will stage a big production at the Gaisty Theatre; 50 people will bein the cast. Drake and Gordon open shortly over one of the prominent park circnits. “A Coon with the Raglan Craze.” See ad. on this page. | GREATER NEW YORK.—The Nor- eae is in the city. Dan and Lizzie Avery begun on Kieth’s ctrenit Monday at Philadelphia. They are big favorites over this circuit, this being their fifth trip over. After this engagement they will play Sohmer’s Park, Montreal, Can., and will then spend a couple of weeks at the Pan-American exposition in Buf- falo, Chauncey VerValin and wife are booked to appear with the Black Patti ‘Troubadours next season. “The Coon- town Golf Ciub” has been in rehearsals here and opened their season on the 27 ‘ult.;D. Samuel Jones is the proprietor, and Sam Cousins, stage director. Among those with the company are, Ben Mor- gan, Frazier and Peterson, Tom Fletch- er and John Brown. Tom Fletcher has closed at the Fair. Al. Bailey, the clever musician and singing comedian, ‘has returned to the city, after a success- fal season with the Stetson *‘Uncle ‘Tom's Cabin” company. He has rejoined hands with his old partner, Thomas Fletcher, and will play dates this sum- mer under thelr ola stage name of Bailey and Fletcher. 8. H. Dudley, the clever Versatile comedian and author, is considering several flattering offers for the coming winter season. He has signed for the summer season with Tom Brown's “Black Rat” Co. He sends re- gards to Burr Williams, Desdunes and Harris and L. E, Gideon, and says write.—J. HARRY JACKSON. The Queen of Hayti. CHICAGO.—Mr. and Mrs. Al. Tutt gave a grand reception in honor of Prof. Luke Palley and wife at their residence, 8111 State street, on the evening of the 2% ult., and the following persons at- tended: J, W. Moxley and wife, Lester Helms and wife, Al. E, Holman and wife, John Smith and others. It was an enjoyable affair. Chas. J. Ross, the tenor, is singing in the white church choirs in the North side, Chas, T. ‘Small is an inmate of a private medical institution, where he had an operation performed the other day, and at this writing is convalescent, Prof. Luke Palley and wife and J. W. Moxley and wife were banquetted by Al. . Holman and wife at Stephens’ hotel, 2832 State street, on the 20 ult. J. W. Jenkins and wife, of “South Before tke War” Co., are perfecting arrangements for the opening of a first-class hotel for colored professionals. It will be known as the Showman’s Rest. Billy (Frog) Williams and Kennet, the magician, entertained Thursday evening at Insti- tutional church, Irvin and Sadie Jones are enjoying a vacation, and open at St. Louis within a fortnight. Bobby Kemp, Julius Glenn and Harvey (Good- all are at the Trocadero this week. Leroy Bland “tried out” a new act at the Trocadero Sunday, but it fell short of pleasing the manager. Mies Lethia Liverpool goes to Memphis Monday to play dates, and “Frosty” Moore follows next Monday. George Taylor is again with us and has “‘open time to let.” ‘Thomas and Stanley join a white show this week. The team of Garland and Goff has dissolved, and each is looking for @ new partner. Miss Anna Moss, the talented pianist. is filling a date at ‘Milwaukee. George Moxley ‘bobbed ‘up serenely” Saturday night, and is busy explaining to the gang “how it all happened.” J. Ed. Green is the right hand man at Rialto, Memphis, Tenn., and can place a few more good ones. ‘Mics Clara Thornton speaks of playing a summer engagement at Jaynesville, Wis. Luke Blackburn and his. irre- pressible plug hat is the latest on State street. Tom Melntosh will return from St. Lonis this week. Miss Nettie Goff is the happy recipient of a now silver trombone, a present from @. C. Conn & Co., Elkhart, Ind. The colored pro- fessionals here will volunteer a benefit for Mrs. Hudgens Thureday evening. Billy Kersands is in town. Father Henderson Smith has routed the oppo- sition establishment next door and will combine the two places into “The Buffalo.” Mrs. Jennie Green gave a song recital at the Institutional Church the 19 ult. ‘The audience was large and critical; members of “Hottest Coon in Dixie” company, Slayton Jubilee Sing- ers and the Blackstone quartette were present. She acquitted herself nicely. Charles Sager of “Darkness and Dawn” fame is rehearsing an act in the nature of “Clorinda” for vaudeville The Bur- ley and the Royal have good bills this week. The Grundys are booked with Reiley & Woods’ show for next season. James Douglass is in town. Allie Brown will spend the summer in New York. The Dixie Jubilee Singers will arrive in town from the West Sunday. “King Proctor” cherishes an ambition of a revival of Clorinda for vandeville purposes. Tutt and Tutt are here. Deas and Robinson, Palm Carroll, Billy Williams, “Air Ship” Webb, Teina Weatherly, Maggie Tyler and Little Lottie Grady are the features of this week's bill at the Vaudeville. Billy Piper's theatre has a pretty strong bill this week in The Nortons, Lulu Stanley, Nellie Moxley and others. Several snap shows (‘‘tented minstrelay” of course) © © Becomes an Instantaneous Rage when first heard. @ @ 299000000000060000060000000 3 “ff Coon With fhe Raglan Craze” 3 < By SHERMAN BOONE. i: Arr. By GEO.J. DAWSON. 3 3 = Sor * 3 | Characteristic Ragtime, yet Inspiring. ; ; $a (kee $ @ ois. | Prettiest Coon Song Ever Presented to the Public. Order Now of : E. C. KNOX & CO., Music Publishers, @ 318N. Capitol Avenue, - - - - INDIANAPOLIS, IND. 099000000000 610000000000008 —— Colored Ladies and Gentlemen for next season, Singers, Dancers , Comedians and Musicians and Drum Core people, Would like to hear from Billy Earthquake, Billy Williams (frog), Will G. Kennedy, Ed Tolliver, Pete Woods and Laura Moss. The above are wanted for J, Edward George Address all immediate letters to \ J. EDWARD GEORGE NEW ULM, MINN. & 8 8 * Colored Professional Base Ball Players Immediately— g Four months engagement to the right parties; traveling on my own theatrical hotel car and playing all © the pricipal cities in the Southern States this summer, commencing in June. We will carry a brass band, my own canvass fencing and grand stand. 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 CHA PPELLE, tampa, ria. P. 8.—Can use a few more good musicians. —___E___]]=__—_—_—————— Monotoaue No. | ‘Now Ready. Get it while it is new. New Gags, spicy, sure to make good. Price 25 cents. Address ROG i HI IN} : 15 R, R., Street, Kokomo, Ind, Ge 8, ———————————_—_—————— THE HUNN & EATON VAUDEVILLE EXCHANGE 218 Tremont St., BOSTON, MASS. Rmorfen., Uolgred fatent weatod at al times, Eacorsed Byala ised nach ater and vicinity. ‘Send in your open time. Mosel aha are dine Sg bans ith Row, Hola Be Mintel Fata se eae tae re ees etree Hoi reniaeees miraenan cies ata Sen tetany eeh anne ciao EE Cea aren eee Renae et ed ee es with rack, 35 Silver » Will sell separately or jointly. Cae ee, BalLey & SPILLER, : : : Home Address717 O Street, Lincoln, Neb, Enroute with Big Minstrel Festival. oe WANTED-LOOK- WANTED Colored Comedians, Singers, Dancers and Musicians, especially. first-class second violin and ere ia eee ree ee sees Saag oer sta ee ae es cone ca eae cai ably iecciaenpar ae ts eae tm la adeoay Recta HRP vate aniston (Spo, We Womgle Meats, os ieiancetnbah Gifs Pics seataumpets ene Pore aes aavens eeaen ni N Et Ee D Colored Lady Performers Immediately, state references, WA s=also send program, state color and all What you doin frst MY AT tase sire, sento ns sensi onda ea Get Bata WE onece Mena ies NOMUP Ny Whine ronan aa ‘clans for the famous “A Rabbit's Foot Oomedy (o.,” for next season. are rehearsing now, and the booking agents have breathed a sigh of relief. Mise Edna Alexander will be seen in classic and dramatic roles next season. About 112 colored people are with Bra- dy’s Uncle Tom company at the Audito- rium. Now that “ragtime” has received a set back, will some philanthropist kindly put a quietus on cake walking? Maxwell, the trick cyclist, is doing the Castle circnit. Lawrence Chenault has engaged Tom Logan to write an act for next season’s vaudeville purposes. Nor- ris Smith, the baritone, opens in Castle's Cirouit next week. Prof. Davis, palm- ist, Miss Lizzie Taylor, soubrette, and Bert Johnson are the latest additions at the Vaudeville, Miss Helen Harris is ‘one of the features at Piper's theatre. Apus Powers, the clever singing and dancing comedian, has joined hands with Kemp, Glenn and Goodall, and will be seen at the Trocadero next week. Jerry Barnes, the exceedingly clever comedian, is starring a snap. Major Taylor beat the French cyclist, Jacquelin, at Paris, France, last Mon- day in a great race. The weather was good and so was the Major Interest Notes. | Raymond, Mies. Special—H. A. Scott is out again after as short spell of illness, Mr. C. G. Darhams has return home from school after a delightfal term. Hello! stop and subseribe for The Freeman. Mr. J. A. Thomas, of Jackson, spent Sunday in town the guest of Miss Nellie B, Henderson. The young men have orgaifized a Pleasure Club under the management of H. A. Scott, R. L- Owens and Oscar Robinson. The farmers are enjoying a delightfal rain, Young men if you expect to be usefal men read The Freeman the only world renown colored journal. Mr. A. Baker has left for Coopers Wells. Fish- ing have become the enjoyment of the young men of Raymond. The Freeman can be had for only five cents a copy, Mr. John Gibson and Miss Emma White were married Thursday night at the bride’s home. Mre. A. L. Frazier and little danghter A. L. Frazier spent Sun- day in Jackson. 4% TUTT and TUTT, =!72: Widely known all-round Entertainers. Can be engaged with s good reliable com- pang. “wo seasons with Blaytou's, Jubilee Ringers. Address A. L, TUTT, SIII Stato street, Chicago, Tl. Mabel G. Johnson Coon songstress, malo, impersonator, cake walker and ragtime specialist, Te Polk Streot, Tampa, Fis, permancutaddrées The Frocman, fndianapolis, Tad, TOM JEFFERSON COMEDIAN. Permanent Addre:s (18 Vine Street, Des Moines, In. —————————EEED ANTED.-.An orchestra trombone pla Wewre ‘liters Bana ‘and Orchestra, Bete Stanley write, PROR. W. : DORSEY, nis Laballe streot, Chicago. ceo ne ie eet i a ade i New Orleans, La.,Special—On Wednesday night at the Zion Traveller's B. C., no. 2. Mr ‘Thomas Wall and Miss Clareta Birkley wore uninted in matrimony the pastor Rev, R, 'W. Williams officiated—they both are prom- inent church members, After the marrage the friends were entertained at the residence ‘of the young bride, Refreshments were served in abundence. On Sunday, May 19 the Austrelet street, B,C. celebrated their 32nd anniversery. The following ministers spoke during the day, Revs, H.C. Green, J, W. Willard of the St, Pehters A.M. C.; J.L, Burell, G. W. Toney and the pastor Jno. Marks. The St, Marks Babtist church bab- tised 17 candidates on Sunday, May 19; The pienie given by the Odd Fellows on Monday night was not as grand as expected on the account of the weather, bnt there was a large number of friends in attendence, After the joint committe had marched around in the large hall and entering upon the platform the ex chairman, Brother D, D, Weathers introduced the presiding chairman, Bro R, C, Commach who in turn introduced Hon. MJ Vance who addressed the audience ina a very interesting manner. The Enterprise Social Club, for the first time, on Sunday night, May 19, gave a grand vocal and in« stumental concert for the benefit of their improvment fond, Messers G Marquin, A Henderson, G Beaurepaire, Ju F J Kennedy, JH Beaurepsire Sr., A Johnson, E Francois C Torregano, W Edward, A Bossiere and a number of others, deserves much credit for the manner in which they discharged their duty for the occasion; the music was furnished! by Mr Giovanni’s Orchestra, sme was carried out by seve The programme was carried out by several RACE GLEANINGS. James Beasley, a Negro sailor of New York, has been awarded a medal as his share of salvage by the German government for saving the crew and vessel Wm. Lenk, which was in a sinking condition in the South Atlantic. Beasley carried a rope through a raging sea by which the crew was saved and he vessel was safely towed in port. Alphonzo Stafford, principal of one of the public schools in the District of Columbia, has a rare collection of old books; especially works by or of colored men and women. Notably he has an autobiography of Frederick Douglass, written 1845, with an introduction by William Lloyd Garrison. John W. F. Smith is one of the secretaries of the Washington Board of Education. He is the only man of color holding such a position. 1 The largest grocery establishment in the town of Union Springs, Alabama, is conducted by Mr. J. W. Thomas, a colored man. School Town is the name of the colored town established near Benton, La. It is situated one mile East of Benton, La., in Bossler parish and is the seat of the colored people's industrial school. Town lots are being sold to colored people only at the uniform price of $36. Corner lots $48. The deeds and titles are guaranteed to be perfect. $12 cash and the balance in three notes payable in six, twelve and eighteen months with 8 per cent. interest. Five acres of land in the country will go with every lot sold in town. A Manual Training School will be opened in Washington next September, and will be the finest in the country. Dr. W. Bruce Evans has been selected principal. The recent appointment of Prof. O. M. Wood, of St. Louis, Mo., to take charge of the Industrial school in Cuba opens up a new field for the educators of the race. A great shock has been given society in Newark, N. J., and at Jersey City by Miss Lizzie Rector breaking her engagement to marry Dr. Thomas Wilkinson, a dentist. Both reside in Jersey City. Preparations were being make for a big wedding when the young man told the girl that there was a trace of African blood in his veins. A number of prominent Negroes of Mississippi are making strenuous efforts to establish a large cotton factory. The project is being advocated by wealthy Negroes who say they are willing to put their money into it. 一 In 1750 the Negro slaves comprised one-sixth of the population of New York City, and in 1771 the English alone sent to Africa 182 ships equipped for the slave trade, with a total carrying capacity per trip of 47,146 slaves. There have been several translations of Booker T. Washington's autobiography, "Up From Slavery," but now word comes that it is going to soon appear as a book nia native tongue of India. Already several chapters have appeared in the Kan-hale-j-Hind (the Star of India), a weekly paper widely read by Indian Christians. The translator's name is Lilavati Sangi. At the reception tendered the President and Cabinet in San Antonio, Texas, the members of Albert Sidney Johnson camp of ex-confederates refused to sit on the platform because Negroes were on the reception committee, but the men who were managing the reception went right on and the Negroes still retained their places. The New York public schools have struck because Richard M. Robinson, a Negro music teacher, has been assigned to supervise the musical instruction given in the schools of eighteen white principals. The Arkansas & Choctaw Railroad Co., removed from service along their line May 14, all of the Negro brakemen in their employ and replaced them with white men. The salary applying to the new men will be standard. The local lodges of the Switchmen's union at Texarkana, Ark., are said to be largely responsible for the change. The Texas State Teacher's Association will convene at San Antonia the last of June or the first of July. THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER New Orleans, La., Special—On Friday night, May 10, the Moses Lodge No. 1, United Sons and Daughters of the Ancient Order of Israelites celebrated their tenth anniversary reception at their lodge room on Pordedo street. The hall was beautifully decorated with curtains and Chinese lanterns. Mr. P. W. Thomas, master of ceremonies, opened the meeting, and after stating its purpose, Rev. R. H. Oston addressed the meeting in a very pleasant manner. He was followed by an address by Mr. J. Butler. After which the worthy Supreme Councilor made a beautiful address, which was, in part, interesting. It was delivered in an excellent manner. Mr. T. V. Voltare was chairman of the arrangement committee. Mrs. Celia Oliver was chairlady of the refreshment and reception committee, assisted by Messrs. E. Gayotte, A. Thompson, Thos. Greiss, Misses L. Riely, S. Williams and V. Maxwell. They deserve much credit for the manner in which they performed their duties. Every one enjoyed themselves. There were refreshments in abundance. The members of Zion Travelers B. C. No. 2 baptized ten candidates at the Zion Travelers B. C. No. 1 on Adams street. The members and friends left at 9:30 a.m. The candidates and officers were in a special trolley car. Rev J. M. Richards, pastor No. 1 Zion, opened the services with reading and singing. He spoke some encouraging words concerning unity, showing the necessity of being united with the church of God. After which Rev G. W. Taney delivered the baptism sermon in an eloquent manner. A collection of $15 was raised. Then the candidates were baptized by the pastor of No. 2 Zion, Rev R. W. Williams. At the Wesley Chapel M. E. church the G. U. of O. F. met in their annual thanksgiving services. The program prepared was carried out in a pleasing manner. The pastor, Rev Dr. A. E. P. Albert, D. D, delivered the thanksgiving sermon with great credit. The recitation delivered by Miss A. Mabel Vance was very interesting. After which a beautiful badge was given her with emblems of the order. The affair on the whole was grand. They expect to give their annual picnic at the fair grounds, May 20, 1901. The safest, surest cure for corn ten cents by mail. Moxon Liniment Co., Mt. Clemens, Mich. Send for it now. Lima News. Lima, O., Special—Rev. T. J. Carter, of Fostoria, O., delivered a beautiful sermon at the Second Baptist church last Sunday. The Second Baptist church have set the first Sunday in June for their baptizing. Ramels is spending a term of baths at Clark's sanatorium, 140 North street, Martinsville, Ind., a special place for colored people. James D. Gardner, the Catholic missionary, of Peoria, Ill., visited this city a few days ago. The Lima colored base ball team would like to arrange a game with the Indianapolis team if possible. Address Chas. Sharp, manager. Dr. U. S. Beam is doing a first class business. His office will be in good shape soon. Rev. Christian spent a few days, last week, out of the city on business. Mr. Harry Homager has been on the sick list, but is some better. George Harris bursted a blood vessel in his left arm by overlifting. At the A. M. E. church Rev. White had a big Sunday's service all day last Sunday, with a collection of $1421. Very good. He is a big card for that church. The work that is opened here is hunting men to do it. Miss Mary Brown, a strong member of the A. M. E. church, will be greatly missed when she departs from our city. She will leave in two weeks. Misses Clara Byrd, Florence Tyree and Hattie Nelson spent last Sunday in Piqua. Muncie Items. Muncie, Ind., Special.—Mr. Albert Robert and wife have moved to Marion, O., where Mr. Robert has secured a permanent position. The annual sermon of the Odd Fellows was preached by Rev. Coleman at the A. M. E. church Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock, the Muncie lodge together with the visiting lodges formed and headed by Eagle Band marched from their rooms on Walnut and Main streets the to church. They made a very pretty showing. The visiting lodges were from Marion, Alexandria and Anderson. Miss Ida Watkins, of Anderson, was in the city over Sunday, as was also Mr. Clem Hill of the same city. Mr. and Mrs. James Willis, of Middletown, were in the city last week the guests of the latters sister Mrs. John Robbins, Rev. Slaughter and family will soon leave for the We want every reader of the Freeman that is troubled with Dyspepsia or Indigestion to try a 10 cent box of our discs, for sale by all druggists. DEAN'S DYSPEPSIA DISCS They do the work. WANTED—Agents to sell Stopsmell; cures odors of body, feet. Mailed 90c. B. Seebach, Peru, III. "WANTED BARBERS" to send for free sample of Po-Sep-Co a delightful Toulte Water, Cincinnati Perfume Co., Cincinnati, O. Department D A SECRET with which any colored man or woman who can read and write can make $5.00 a day at home or traveling. Sent for 10 cents. Address Geo. Butler, Lake Butler, Florida. WANTED—Colored Ladies and Gentlemen, it will be to your interest to write to us. Big money and little labor. Address with stamp for particulars. M. J. Mackmull & Co., Dept N, 817. W Fifth St., Cincinnati, O. Boys and Girls Wanted To sell Queen Perfume, One Done on Credit to start you when sold pay us—also Fancy Toulte Social improvements on Soaps. Send 20 stamp for sample. Howak Manufacturing Co., lock box 600, Troy, N. Y. AGENTS WANTED. Can make selling the Great Poetical Work of our Colored Foot. Whole you are made of handsome sum are making you way to any school in United States. Write at once that you may be the first in the field. Send 50c in stamps or money order, and get a full size book for a sale. Mail with the address: 100 McRIGHT, 1034 Ackle Street, Greensboro, N.C. WANTED MAN with his bag and lug- gage. Stock Food, Salary $1 per week and ten per cent on all sales. Farmer preferred. Previous experience not essential. WANTED. Ever made in practical and scientific feeding, and is sold on an absolute guarantee. Steady, permanent trade easily established. Sample box, sufficient for two weeks' feeding, free- season lettuce, and fresh produce. Press charge $34. FASTURE STOCK FOOD COMPANY, 324 Times Building, CHICAGO Capitol city where they will reside in the future. Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Stokes are entertaining Mrs. Phelps of Wapakoneta, O. Mrs. Mattie Richardson entertained friends from Marion and Anderson over Sunday. Mr. Warren Richardson went for Toledo, O., last Saturday and will be the guest of his brother-in-law Mr. Frazier who moved to Toledo recently. Mrs. Lydia Frazier has moved from West Main street to East Kirby Ave. Mr. Karl Morris left for Buffalo, N. Y., last week to be gone for several months. The Sons and Daughters of Tabor gave a band concert in the Bishop Block Wednesday evening. Mrs. Jamison will leave soon for Petoskey to remain during the summer. Mr. Guy, of Michigan, was in the city last week looking after business interest. Mr. Hoosier, of Anderson, spent Sunday in the city. Clinton Notes. Clinton, Ia., Special.—Mrs. Marshall of Davenport Ia., has been visiting her daughter Mrs. Nick Smith for several weeks. Mr. Tom Philson now of Davenport formerly of this city visited his brother F. E. McNeil last Sunday. Mrs. Wm. Henderson, Miss Hampton and Mr. Fred Akins spent Thursday with Mrs. Ida Mitchell of Fulton, Ill. Mr. Cassius Clay who has been seriously ill is greatly improved. The Sewing Circle consisting of the ladies of the Stewardess Board will met at the home of Mrs. P. P. Taylor on Friday afternoon. Mrs. Wm. Richardson and Rev. Fennan are new subscribers for The Freeman. The debate to have been held on May 17, between Professors R. D. Smith and McNeil of Iowa City was declared off. Prof. McNeil refusing to come on account of his defeat in the last debate with Prof. Smith. Johnny and Freddie the little sons of Mr. John Douglass are ailing. Rev. F. J. Peterson looked so pleased and happy to-day that we were compelled to ask the cause. He answered my wife and baby return home on Wednesday. They have been visiting for about four weeks with Mrs Peterson parents at Monmouth, Ill. We were pleased to see M. O. Culberson in his place as class leader on Sunday morning. It has been rumored that Mrs Myers who has been rooming with Mrs. S. V. Williams will soon return to her home in St. Louis. Be up-to-date and subscribe for The Freeman. Chicago News. Chicago, Ill., Special.—Mrs. H. A. Barnes and daughter Mrs. Edward Hagan, of Peoria, Ill., and Mrs. T. P. Wright of Grand Rapids, Mich., have been called to Chicago on account of the illness of their daughter and sister Mrs Henry Lee 673 East 64th street. They will be the guests of Mr. and Mrs Robert Barnes 5313 Lasalle street. About this Big Sale of Undermuslins There will not be nearly enough of this specially-priced Underwear to go around as great as the quantities are. The only reason we advertise the sale is because we want more women to share the lots. In such a sale it does a store more good to sell a garment 'apiece to twelve persons, than to sell twelve pieces to one person. The undergarments are such as appeal to women of good taste—but at least one-third under price. Some Very Popular Millinery Turbans, made of straw cloth on a wire frame, trimmed with gilt buckle, conger quill and black velvet, comes in all colors, worth $3.75, our price ..... $ 2.98 A dozen other styles of hand-made trimmed Turbans at from $5.75 down to ..... 2.25 Towel Sale in the Basement Out-of-Town Visitors find every convenience here free for the asking. About this There will not be nearly great as the quantities are. more women to share the lot 'apiece to twelve persons, tha are such as appeal to women Ladies' Cambric Corset Cover, square yokes, edged with torchon lace back and front, all seams finished, edges bound, 20c value, Saturday ..... 12 Ladies' cambric full French Corset Cover, yoke back, front and arms eyes edged with 1-inch torchon lace pearl buttons, 40c value Saturday .25 Some Very Po Turbans, made of straw cloth on a wire conger quill and black velvet, com price A dozen other styles of hand-made trim to The great headquarters for Street Hats. Two large tables overflowing with bargains, not one in either lot worth less than double the price. Choice 98c and .49 Towels, 20x40, extra large and heavy pure white, value 15c..... Towels, 41x21, full bleached. bath towels, extra heavy, value 16c..... Wash Cloths, full bleached, size 11x11, fast edge all around, these would be cheap at $3\frac{1}{4}$ each..... Towelling, bleached, 17 inches wide, plain white damask, without border, can be used for napkins, yard..... Towels, 28x15, honeycomb, red and blue border, fast edge, value 5c, each.... H. P. WASSON & CO. A boy in a costume holding a large book. Brightness and Energy-Not Color-Achieves Success AMONG MY BEST AGENTS who are making a comfortable income from the sale of my celebrated toilet preparations are several toilers, a woman reader of the Freeman there is an opportunity offering that to possess and profit business ideas together in conjunction with the business in which she may now be occupied (as dressmaking, millinery, business, etc.), or simply as a canvasser. Who are anxious to earn money and those who are destroys of adding to the income they already have, or to earn terms to arshts, etc. Address Mrs. Gervaise Graham. MANUFACTURER OF Celebrated Toilet Preparations 1250 Michigan Ave., CHICAGO, ILL. MANLY MEN— WOMANLY BEAUTY. 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WASSON'S Ladies' Gowns, Hubbard style, of best muslin, new short yoke, tuck trimmed, collar, fronts and cuffs ruffle trimmed, cut full and long, 2 to a customer, 65c value, Sat'day .38 Ladies' Drawers of good muslin, cut full, yoke band and strings, tuck trimmed, and edged with 1-inch torchon lace, 39o value, Saturday .25 Popular Millinery a wire frame, trimmed with gilt buckle, comes in all colors, worth $3.75, our $2.98 wide trimmed Turbans at from $5.75 down .22 Hats. Ask to see the new swell Panama Outing Hats, wide brims, with a variety of styles of crown and trimming. Prices $6 50, $5.75, $4 25 and .38 Bleached Toweling, fast selvage, twilled, yard...... Towels, 38x16, fancy weave, good weight, fast edge and fringed, value 6c, each...... Towels, heavy bleached cotton towels, double weight, value 7½c, each...... Towels, bleached, Turkish bath, heavy weight, fast edge, value 9c... Towels, 34x16c, heavy bleached crash towels, value 12½c, each.....7. Bleached Table Damask, 58 inches wide, assorted patterns, yard.....2. THE BUSY GROWING STORE Old Homestead Bread Makes Muscle The Largest AND Purest Loaf In the City All GROCERS Sell It IN REACH OF ALL BEST EDUCATION Normal, Industrial, Musical, Collegiate. Over 30 teachers. Christian, Non-Sectarian, No Saloons. Find out about Berea College Address GEO. T. FAIRCHILD, LL. D., BEREA, KY. SANTAL-MIDY In 48 hours Gonorrhea and discharges from the urinary or- gan, arrested by Santa Hilly Capsules without inconvenience. Price $1, of ALL Drugstores, or P. O. Box 2081, New York. DR. RENAUD'S Celebrated Home Remedies FOR HOME TREATMENT. YOUR OWN DOCTOR Look at this list and send for Catalogue to S. P. SEAWELL, Gen'l Agt. Bensalem, N. C. Copies of The Freeman can be found at Black's Hotel, Evansville, and, every Saturday. tf Patronize our advertisers. --- Railroad Fares Refunded up to 40 miles on a $25 purchase. 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It takes a great deal of study to become an accomplished Medium, and by a continuous and untiring effort, the key to the well of apparently unfathomable mysteries have been procured by MRS. MARTH for the benefit of humanity. By letter, advice $1.00. Hours from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. All letters must contain stamps for answers. MRS. M. B. MARTH. 246 West 31st,1 NEW YORK CITY. Patronize our advertisers. SPORT Edited By BREAKAWAY. Thomas M. Britton, once famou5 jockey, committed suicide at a lodging house in Cincinnati last week, by drinking carbolic acid. Britton left a note asking that his body be shipped to his mother at Lexington, Ky. He was born at Berea, Ky. twenty eight years ago. He had ridden for W. H. Laudeman, W. S. Barnes, J. E. Pepper and James Murphy. Among the noted horses which he rode to victory were Proctor Knott and Vo Tamblen. The Chattanooga Union base ball club are out with a sweeping challenge to all the colored clubs throughout the country. It is a warm team and all the Northern clubs should not be slow at inviting the Unions to their cities. It is my intention to have them visit Indianapolis and Chicago this summer. Address them to J. Shepard, Mgr., 411 E. 9th street, Chattanooga, Tenn. *** Jesse Shipp, Jr., won his first fight in the East by defeating Frank Bryant in three rounds at Norwalk, Conn., one evening last week. Bryant was outclassed from the start. Young Shipp has won a host of admirers since his arrival East. * * * The colored base ball team of Poplar Bluff, Mo., has organized for the present season and leased a park. They challenge any club in the state, and would be glad to hear from the clubs of Charleston, Mo., Cairo, Ill., Paducah, Ky., and Hickman, Ky. Address all mail to Henry Scott, Poplar Bluff, Mo. At the York (Eng.) spring meeting recently the Stand stakes was won by Sohumus, ridden by Lester Reiff. Rax, owned by Lord Ellesmere, ridden by Danny Maher won the race for the Great Northern handicap plate of 500 sovereigns. ```markdown ``` *** Springfield, Ill.—The world's record in a live bird contest was broken recently at the Illinois Gun club grounds, this city. In the Dupont smokeless powder championship trophy shoot at twenty-five live pigeons, miss and out, Fred Gilbert, of Spirit Lake, Ia., and W. R. Crosby, of O'Fallon, Ill., members of the All American team, and H. J. Sconce, of Danville, Illinois, member of the Illinois Gun Club, killed their one hundredth bird at 7 o'clock in the evening and the match was postponed till the next day, when Crosby won the Dupont championship trophy and a purse of $1,000. He killed 109 birds without a miss, and established a new world's record at live birds. Gilbert missed on his 108th shot. Sconce failed on his 103d shot, and when Crosby killed his 109th bird he was declared the winner. ** Engaged to throw Ed. Atherton, Donny Gallagher and Otto Felton each twice within an hour of wrestling time, at Buffalo the other night, Nouroulah, the big turk, succeeded in disposing of his opposition in thirty minutes, and many thought the might have done the trick sooner had he been disposed to urge himself. However, some of his opponents developed unexpected energy, and there was plenty of reason to believe toward the close of the night's sport that the Turk had undertaken about all the wrestling he needed for one evening. 2,000 were in attendance. At the Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, N. Y., the girls smashed records right and left, a few days ago. Miss A. S. Woods run 50 yards in 7 seconds; Miss D. E. Brooklyn vaulted a fence 4 feet 8 inches, and made a broad jump of 7 feet 2 inches; Miss J. B. Lockwood, threw a base ball 173 feet 6 inches. --- The cup challenger, Shamrock II, is alright after all, she is showing her heels to Shamrock I at her will, and Sir Thomas Lipton, the owner, is satisfied he has the winning boat when he comes to America to race our yacht Constitution for the international trophy. *** The cup defender Constitution under- THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. went her first trial last week and proved satisfactory to her designer. The yacht showed decided improvement over the Columbia, last year's victor, in every way except possibly one, that being in turning, which will be remedied in time. It is my belief that the Columbia is still a swiffer yacht than either of Sir Lipton's Shamrocks, and with the Constitution faster than the Columbia, how can Shamrock II hope to win? *** Louisville, Ky.—Last Friday night Marvin Hart, of Louisville, Ky., knocked out Dan Creedon, of Australia, in the sixth round of a twenty-round bout before the Southern Athletic Club. The contest was desperate and bloody from the start. Hart, the plumber, pugilist, had won fifteen victories, and Creedon, owing to his greatly improved condition of late, was conceded to be the most dangerous proposition of them all. Hart weighed in at 170 pounds and Creedon one pound less. The men fought like bulldogs throughout, though Hart maintained the advantage. In the sixth round Hart landed a left hook to the chin and Dan went down and out. As he lay under the ropes Dave Sullivan, one of his seconds, began sprinkling water over him before ten of the count had been reached. Like a flash some one struck Sullivan on the head, and a rough-and-tumble fight was started with half a dozen rubbers, bottleholders and backers in the mix-up. The police, with clubs, finally restored order, and the fight was awarded to Hart. --- Send 40 cents in stamps to E. C. Knox & Co., for a copy of "A Coon With the Raglan Craze," which is enjoying such a big sale just now; address 318 N. Capitol ave., Indianapolis, Ind. Ernest Roeber was given a decision over Nouroulah, the Turkish wrestler, on an alleged foul at New York Friday night. Matty Matthews was knocked out by Ferns in the tenth round of what was to have been a twenty-round contest for the welter-weight championship at the Crescent Athletic Club in Toronto, Can., Friday night. Jim Watts has signed with Willie Hampton for a go at Alexandria, Ind., June 10th. Rockford News. Rockford, Ill., Special.—Mr. Sam Scott has gone to his home in Indianola, Iowa, to visit his mother. Mr. Wm. Boyer, formerly of Rockford but now of Rochelle, paid a flying visit to Rockford on his way to Jamesville, Wis. Mr. James Williams has gone to his home in Chicago. He was very pleasantly entertained by Miss Grace Settles at her home where five o'clock luncheon was served. Miss Lula Settles has been indisposed but she has recovered and is going to school again. All of Rockfords progressive colored people take The Freeman. Prof. Wm. Donley has all on his hands that he can manage. His class at all times large, is larger than ever this spring. Interest seems to be deepening in the church work. The members and friends of the church seem to be arousing from a lethargy and are putting forth some effort to clear the debt. Too much praise can not be given to the pastor, Rev. B. Stewart Moore, who in six months stay has done much toward lifting the debt which has hovered so long over the church. He and have good wife has been uniring in their efforts. Thursday evening, with Rev. Moore in lead, the colored men met and organized a Sunday club with the following officers: Mr. Will Etheridge, president; Mr. L. R. Smith, vice president; H. Harry Blake, secretary; Ed Robinson, treasurer; W. Watson, sergeant at arms. Belvidere is getting to be first on the list. Quite a number of Rockford's young people took in the ball on Tuesday. Every colored person in Rockford should avail himself of the opportunity to read good instructive reading matter, classed among the best is The Freeman for sale by Mr. E. W. McCance. Miss Mattie Newman and Miss Lou Lawson, Mr. Roy Spurlock and Mr. Smith took a spin across the country on wheels and made Rockford a flying. Mrs. Gertrude, of Belvidere, has returned to Chicago. A number of Rockford men went to Chicago to witness the laying of the corner stone of the Odd Fellow's hall in that city. INDIANAPOLIS STORE 42 E. Washington St. LONDON STORE: 425 Strand W. C. Patronize Our Advertisers. BE NOT DECEIVED TO THE COLORED PEOPLE OF AMERICA. King of all Hair Tonics, "OZONO." Recognizing the fact that there are many SO-CALLED hair-growers and hair-straighteners now on the market, and knowing to a certainty that many of these are franks pure and simple, we wish to make a straight-forward, honest statement to the colored race through this great paper. In the year 1871 our late secretary, Mrs. S. M. Moore, through a fortunate circumstance, acquired the receipt for OZONO. It was not offered for sale or purchase to any extent until 1875, when it was put into the market and met with marked success. 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 member of the colored race, because they found it to cause the hair to grow 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 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 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 use on your hair. Do not be deceived by flaring advertisements and big words. Buy the King of all hair Tonies. 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 absolutely agree to forfeit $50.00 if you are dissatisfied with our preparations, 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 who has used Ozono has been satisfied in every respect. 20,000 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, Troublesome Hair. It will make short, harsh hair long and straight. It will cure your head of all itching, worrying scalp diseases. Itch, Eczema, Dandruff, and Scurf can not live after Ozono has been applied. It will stop your hair from falling out. It will restore gray hair to its natural color, making the hair long and soft. Now, right here, let us make a statement. Many firms are advertising remedies 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 life of the hair, and cause it to drop out. Ozono straightens without any 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 the hair are seen in a day or two after the first application. 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 to us, enclosing with it the sum of One Dollar, and we will forward to you 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 skin diseases. Also removes all facial imperfections, and actually removes small-pox pits. We will also include one fancy jar of our Electrical Skin Food—Nature's great beautifier—removes wrinkles, moth patches, freckles, and all facial blemishes; makes the old look young and the young look younger. We will also include one package of our celebrated Scalp Soap, which is absolutely CHEMICALLY PURE, and no soap but a pure soap should ever Were we to double the price we now ask forthe Emerson shoe, it would not be possible to give you more than we now do — because now we give you the best. Thousands of wearers will attest to the value and satisfaction found in the Emerson shoe. Don't take our word for it—ask the man who wears them—"ask your cobbler." ORTHOPEDIC In Black Kid and Pat Calf. Single Sole OZONO. BEFORE. AFTER. CHRISTOPHER E. NING. WILLIAMS, N.Y. be used on the scalp. And, lastly, to prove our liberality, we will put in a pint package of Anti-Odor, a positive cure for Sore Throat or Mouth, all forms of Womb Diseases, Chilblains, Sore and Frosted Feet; also removes all smells and odors arising from the human body, such as feet, arm pits, etc. 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 public in general from imitations of our goods, and to avoid mistakes, we have 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; so 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 responsibility, we refer you to the Editor of this paper or to the Metropolitan Bank of Richmond, Va. We have thousands of testimonials we have not to publish. Here is a sample of one: **Boston Chemical 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. Gentlemen.—After using OZONO a short while only, I am glad to say that my hair is already straight and growing finely. 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. When it is at once, and the goods will be sent the same day we receive your order. 4 Boxes of Ozono, worth $2.00. 1 Bottle Electrical Skin Refiner, worth 50c. 1 Bottle Electrical Skin Food, worth 50c. 1 Package (1 pint) Anti-Odor, worth 50c. 1 Package Scalp Soap, worth 50c. Total, $4.00. If you want 4 lots like above, send $3.00. If you have a friend who has no coupon, let her write her name on a piece of paper and pin to coupon when you send your order. C. W. $560 Buy the Dearborn Special and get a genuine American model Full Jeweled adjusted, patent register, stem wind and stem set, movement WARRANTED 2022 PRES. laden coat, gold polo shirt, hunting case, elegantly sugraved. Special offer, send your full name and address, elegantly sugraved. C.O.D. with privilege to examine. If found satisfactory pay agent $5,600. AUCTION a guarantee and beautiful chain and charm suit free with every watch. Tick it up, buy it now. watch ever offered by anyone for the money to better than many washed at twice the price. Write to KOIL & CO, mrs. $32 Dearborn S., B2S, chicago, il. [Picture of a man in a suit with a bow tie]. DECEIVED EOPLE OF A Hair Tone ONO." BEFORE. be used on the scalp. And, lastly, to pro- package of Anti-Odor, a positive cure for Womb Diseases, Chilblains, Sore and smells and odors arising from the hum. The actual value of this Grand A have it for $1.00, simply to introduce h public in general from imitations of have placed upon our coupon our Tr Hair and the other head Long Hair. T this trade-mark, and it is registered in if the coupon has this trade-mark on only the coupon having the two heads refer you to the Editor of this paper on mond, Va. We have thousands of test lish. Here is a sample of one: Boston Chemical Company: Dear Sirs,—You are at liberty to used OZONO, and give it my most he fooled so often, it does me good to reco Here is another: Gentlemen,—After using OZONO a that my hair is already straight and gre A last word. OZONO is absolutely cause a beautiful and luxurious growth you can use it to secure a glossy le "OZONO." Send us $1.00 at once, and day we receive your order. BOS 310 East Boston C 310 East I enclose you the following goods: 4 Boxes of Ozono, worth $2.00. worth 50c. 1 Bottle Electrical (1 pint) Anti-Odor, worth 50c. Total, $4.00. Name..... Street..... County..... If you want 4 lots like above, send no coupon, let her write her name on a when you send your order. () 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. 171,173AND175 TWENTY-FIRSTST. CHICAGO,ILL. Special model fed or, stem movement MRs. old plate, ull name this watch examine- agent a chain and watch. the best for the chefs sold or again. sage, ill. COKE, COKE, Lump and Crushed FOR SALE BY Indianapolis Gas ——: For Tickets, Call at Office:—— Ollie Demsey PROPRIETOR WALDORF, 410 West Fifth St. HOMESTEAD, 512 Plum St. ED AMERICA. nics, AFTER to prove our liberality, we will put in a pint cure for Sore Throat or Mouth, all forms of ore and Frosted Feet; also removes all the human body, such as feet, arm pits, etc. and Aggregation is $4.00, but we let you reduce honest goods. In order to protect the ans of our goods, and to avoid mistakes, we our Trade-Mark, one head showing Short air. The U.S. Government has granted us ed in the Patent Office at Washington; so k on it, you will make no mistake. Use heads on it. As to our responsibility, we per or to the Metropolitan Bank of Rich- of testimonials we have not space to pub- ty to state in any newspaper that I have most hearty recommendation. I have been o recommend honest goods. MAGGIE B. PROCTOR, Box 114, Fairfield, Texas. ONO a short while only, I am glad to say and growing finely. MISS BESSIE POWERS, 383 Missouri street, Toledo, O. Iolutely guaranteed to straighten hair and growth. If your hair is already straight, less long growth. Buy only the genuine ice, and the goods will be sent the same BOSTON CHEMICAL CO., 310 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. Chemical Co., 10 East Broad Street, RICHMOND, VA. Cream White Wools The Ayres assortment needs no apologies; it is complete in every re- view. The dresses are given to assembling goods at from 50c to 75c per yard as those at 20c and three dollars. At between prices—everything. Cream Woolens for outing and sea-side dresses, skirts and shirt waist, sleeves, blouses, shirts, Albatross, Mohair, Batiste, Landowne, Serge, Cashmere, Crepe, Broadcloth, Bedford Cord, etc., 50c to $3.00 a yard. SAMPLES ANYWHERE. L.S.AYRES & CO. Indiana's Greatest Distributors of Dry Goods. ..CITY NOTES... As a result of Allen Chapel rally $225 was raised. The May Fair of Bethel church was held this week. Robt Lee, of Lexington, visited friends here this week. The Methodist Ministerial Union will give a picnic at Bethany Park June 20. Mrs. Mary Robinson of 1032 Fayette street is visiting relatives in Connersville. The Freeman can be found at the Modern dye works 215 Main street, Bowling Green, Ky. The May Carnival of Shiloh Baptist church commenced Monday night and continued this week. Miss Savannah Coleman of Greenville, Miss., is the guest of Mrs. Amanda Mayne in Paca street. Miss Essie Roper, of Jackson, Mich., has accepted a position at H. L. Sanders' gents furnishing store. Mrs. Jennie Taylor and Mr. Cable will read, and the Superba Quartette will sing at the June Musicale. The State of Kentucky of Simpson Chapel will have a days outing at Greenwood on Thursday June 6. To-morrow will be Flower Sunday at the 9th Presbyterian church. A special program has been arranged. Mr. and Mrs. Taylor Lightfoot, of Cincinnati, were the guests of Mrs. A. H. Henderson in California street. The Freeman will be on sale every Saturday at Arthur Falum's barbershop on Oak street Petersburg, Va. F. L. Scott of Vicksburg, Miss., was the guest of Rev. E. L. Gilliam Sunday. Mr. Scott left that night for Chicago. Mrs. Eliza Johnson has returned to her home in Mt. Vernon. Mrs. Johnson has been taking treatment for her eyes. The children of Wayman Chapel, under the direction of Mrs. Taylor, gave a concert last night for the C. T. Club. Copies of The Freeman may be found at G. F. Baker's shoe shop every Saturday, 1128 First Avenue, Birmingham, Ala. Attorney O. V. Royall has moved his law office from 45 Bald win Block to the second floor of the Lemcke Building, suite 208. Arthur Casey and Willie Mitchell, of Tuscola, Ill., visited Mr. and Mrs. Geo. L. Jessie last Sunday returning home that evening. Hear Prof. Kennedy, the musical wonder, at the June Musicale. He extracts sweetest music from goblets, bottles, and coin. A grand June Musicale will be given at the Second Christian church, corner 18th and Missouri streets, Tuesday evening June 4. Carter Smith and Ezra Roberts are managers. The June Musicale at the Second Christian church, Tuesday June 4, will not be the ordinary church concert. Note the superior excellence of the program. Admission 10 cents. The Rev. Dr. R. F. Hurley returned last Saturday from Corydon, Ind., where he had gone to dedicate a church and Sunday he preached two very able sermons to his congregation. The Rev. R. R. Downs will give a concert for the benefit of the A. M. E. church losses at Jacksonville, Fla. Several fine church buildings and Edward Waters College were burned. The second service of St. Phillips Episcopal Mission, consisting of evening prayer and Choral service, will be held to-morrow afternoon in the chapel of St. THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. Paul cathedral corner of New York and Illinois streets. What a rich program! Second Christian church, June 4. Misses Bass, Roberts, Mrs. Knox, Mr. and Mrs. Sneed, Mrs. Alfred Taylor, Mr. Cable, Mrs. Lanier, Fred Anderson, Sidney Kirk, The Superba Quartette, Carter Smith's orchestra. Prof. Sandalins Academy of White, Tenn., held its second annual Commencement May 31, 1901 The closing address was delivered by Miss Anna E. Harrison of Kortrecat High School, Memphis, Tenn. Any one wishing The Freeman can find on sale at T. W. Walton's store White, Tenn. Mr. Clay Stofer the well known chef entertained a number of his friends at a whist party last Thursday evening, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Bundy 320 Bird street. Among those who enjoyed his hospitality were Messrs. Wm. Fisher, Chas. Sweeney, Geo. Stagner, William Pollard, Lucian Bingham, Virgie Robinson, Wm. Galloway and Misses Nannie Bundy of Xenia, O., Lula Wilson and Rosa Hines. Moxon's Vegetable Liver Pills never sicken gripe nor constipate, an ideal family Pill, 25c by mail. Quincy News. Quinny, Ill., Special.—Mrs. Sanders was visiting friends and relatives in LaGrange Saturday. Mrs. J. H. Pleasant went to Peoria on the excursion given by the Grocers of Quinny. She was accompanied by her grand daughter Miss Florance Campbell. A number of ladies and gentlemen enjoyed a picnic at Sherman Park Saturday afternoon, chaperoned by Mrs. Wesley Perkins. Miss Lizzie Keeze entertained a company of sixteen ladies at 6 o'clock dinner Friday evening at her home on North 10th street. The guests of honor were Mesdames Frank Hicklein of Springfield, Ill., and Luther Abbey of Minneapolis, Minn. Mrs. Fannie Monday took in the excursion Saturday night and returned Sunday evening. Danville News. Danville, Ill., Special—Miss Jessie Coleman and Mrs. Daley Smith, of Indianapolis, were the guests of Mrs. Mattie Miller last week. Mr. W. M. Parson formerly of Terre Haute left for that place Sunday and will return with his wife. Chester Colley is on the sick list this week. Read The Freeman and keep posted with the latest news; have your money ready when I call. Mr. H. L. Whitted is in Washington, D. C., on business. Mr. W. C. Miller spent Sunday in Indianapolis. Quite a number of people were in the city from Cairo Sunday visiting the Soldiers Home and to see the beautiful sights about the city. Mr. Walter W. Guthrie formerly of Olney, Ill., left for that place Sunday and will return with his wife. Palestine Jottings. Palestine, Tex., Special.—Mr. Robert Holts is in the city. Mr. Bob Rodgers has arrived from Marlin. Mr. Ben Venson and Miss Minnie Smith were married Saturday evening in Galveston. They now resides at his home in West Palestine. There was a crowded house to witness the sermon of the U. B. F. at Mt. Vernon at 3 o'clock Sunday evening. Mr. Foster Johnson is at home from Wiley University. Quite a crowd of young girls passed through from Wiley University. Mr. Henry Greene of Houston formerly of Palestine passed through enroute to the grand lodge at Marshall. Mr. John F. Hunter went to the grand lodge at Marshall and reports an interesting time. The annual sermon of the silver fleece and leaf at South Union Baptist church was a success, collection $19 60. Mr. J. F. Blaine of Mexia was in the city. Mr. Garfield Taylor and Pink Campbell have opened an ice cream parlor on the corner of Lacy street and Howard Ave. The hop given by the base ball boys was a success. Mr. Alfred Barron is in the city. Messrs. Taylor and Medlock of Houston was in the city last week. The Palestine Tigers went to Tyler Monday morning to cross bats with the Cannibals. Mr. Simmy Flint went to Crockett a few days ago. He returned with good news for Philip Taylor. The concert given for the benefit of the little flock Christian church was a success. Every member of the program did excellent. Albert (Bodie) Williams has added to his store and is now ready to serve his patrons. The Freeman acknowledges the receipt of an invitation to witness the closing exercises of the Tuskegee, Normal and Industrial Institute of Tuskegee, Ala., May 26 to 30, Booker T. Washington, principal. The Atlanta University held its 32d anniversary exercises May 24-30. "The Negro Common School" was the topic for general discussion. Refined musical lady desires correspond ence with a gentleman of means. At leisure during summer. Would like traveling while at leisure. No matrimonial scheme, confidential. Miss Adda Morrison, 907 E. Erwin Street, Tyler, Tex. One Bottle Does It. Ozonized Ox Marrow Co., Gentlemen... I have used only one bottle of the Original Ozonized Ox Marrow and it gives me good satisfaction. My hair grows faster than I ever saw any hair grow in my life and it is also soft and straight. Your preparation is worth three times the money you sell it for. Yours truly, Miss W. Duffey, Palestine, If your dealer cannot supply you send us 50 cents and we will send you a bottle. Address Ozonized Ox Marrow Co., 78 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Illinois. Indianapolis Garment Co. 47 South Illinois Street Silk Skirts in all the leading styles for $5.00, $7.50, $10.00 to $12.00. Dress and Walking Skirts for $1 off regular price. Silk Waists at less than cost. Full line shirt Waists. They are beauties. Price Lower than the Lowest. Come and see us for Tailor-made Suits for $1 off regular price. ALL GOODS AS ADVERTISED 47 South Illinois Street. SWAMP ANGEL ON THE WING Now here is a verse that's as true as it's terse, And it measures mankind to the letter. No man is so bad that he couldn't be worse. Nor so good that he couldn't be better. The bachelor men and bachelor women are increasing to such an alarming extent that legislation is being made against this state of single blessedness. However, we cannot agree with this method of the old Keystone State in forcing marriages, but we would suggest that a yearly taxation be imposed on these bachelors there and elsewhere to help support the indigent women of the community. Then, again, the bachelor men are, in part, responsible for their existing conditions. His selfishness and insatiable greed for gain causes him to guard with suspicion the marriage vow. Again he thinks a home would be too much responsibility and necessitate too much of his earnings to support a wife. This same man will go to the club and spend enough in one evening to pay rent for a month. If the Caucasuian race is looking seriously upon such matters, the African race should become even more apprehensive for the future of a race in its women. We cannot give to the world bright, progressive and intelligent men and women whose parents are degenerates, and in many localities this class of people are largely in the majority and are rapidly on the increase. For this growing evil in the race our young progressive society matron is brought into account. She looks with an eye of contempt upon the cradle; she spurs motherhood and abhors the prattle of little feet. She bows to fickle fashion, and thus jeopardizes her health and life to conform to social customs. The free-and-easy-going fashion of the woman of to-day is a menace to the race. If we would reign in the region of the superior mind or scale the ladder of fame we must look to our wives and mothers for assistance. Woman, "How divine your mission Here upon our natal sod; Keep, oh keep the young heart open Always to the breath of God! All true trachies of the ages. All true trophies of the ages Are from mother's love impeared; For the hand that rocks the cradle Is the hand that rules the world." A Wonderful Remedy for Epilepsy or Fit. Any person who is a sufferer of epilepsy or fits, hysteria, convulsions, spasms or St. seizures, can obtain a certain cure 20th century or more, and can give permanent relief. Used in many hospitals and by thousands of physicians in their practice. It will pay any sufferer to write to the doctor, and sac, Wia, and get his treatise on these diseases, and write to some of the people he has cured. An Old Saying. Truth is stranger than fiction were I to tell you of the cure my Systematic Rheumatic Treatments have performed for hundreds of rheumatic sufferers who had given up all hopes of being cured you would be astonish ed. If your druggist cannot tell you about them. I will. Your own fault if you suffer longer. Write D. W. H. Ross. The Home Visitor A semi-monthly journal, has put in its appearance from Charleston, S. C. The publishers offer an exceptional inducement to agents to solicit subscriptions for this very valuable family journal. The price of same is 500 per annum, and sample copies will be sent to any address upon receipt of request for same. Any live, progressive person can make a good salary easily by soliciting subscriptions for this paper. Write to Jennings & Frank, 125 Meeting Street, Charleston, S. C. WANTED I have established an "Employment Agency" for domestic service. Anyone wishing a place can secure same by addressing W. H. Stokes, 111 East Seymour street, Muncie, Ind. Wares paid for first class girls from $2.00 to $3.50 per week. The Freeman on Sale. Copies of The Freeman on sale at Colemans restaurant 1214 Wylie Ave. Pittsburg, Pa., every Saturday. BLACK SKIN REMOVER. REGISTERED PATENT OFFICE U.S. BEFORE AFTER both in a box for $1, or three boxes for $2. Guaran do no what we say and to the "best in the world. One box is all that is required if used as irrected. A WONDERFUL FACE BLEACH. BEAUMELEF PACIFIC FACE BELEACH. A PEACLE-LINKED objection if issued as directed. Will turn the skin into a person four person or five shades lighter, and a multistone person perfectly white. In forty-eight hours shade the skin but not concealable. It does not turn the skin in spots but makes it maintain beautiful without continual use. Will remove wrinkles, freckles, dark spots, pimples or bumps or black heads, making the skin very soft in smooth. Small pox pits, tan, liver spots remain. Color you wish, stop using the preparation. THE HAIR STRAIGHTENER. that goes in every one dollar box is enough to make anyone's hair grow long and straight, and keeps it from falling out. Highly perfumed and makes the hair soft and easy to comb. Many dollar boxes are worth ten dollars, yet we sell it for one dollar a box. THE NO-SNELL thrown in free. Any person sending us one dollar in a letter or Post one money order, express money order or registered letter, we will send it through the mail postage prepaid; or if you want to send C. O. D., it will come by express. 25c. extra. In any case, if it fails, we claim, we will return the money or send a box free of charge. Packed so that no one will know contents except receiver. CRANE AND CO., 122 west Broad Street, RICHMOND, VA. YOU MORE THAN GET YOUR MONEYS WHEN ...YOU WORTH ...BUY Dobbins' Electric SOAP 5 CENTS A BAR----JUST REDUCED FROM TEN CENTS----Hasn't been less than ten cents for more than 35 years. Buy of your grocer; he has it, or will get it for you. BOOKS GIVEN AWAY List of 217 25-cent books to select from. Any book on list sent free for 3 wrappers of DOBBINS' ELECTRIC SOAP and 5 cents for postage. DOBBINS SOAP MFG. CO., Philadelphia, Pa. Morgan&Shelton 417 Indiana Ave. Undertakers and Embalmers Fine Caskets Best Service Open Day and Night—Lady attendant Telephone, new, 3058. WAS I JUST LAUNDRYED WITH CLIMAK WASHING TABLETS Colored Lady Agents WANTED to sell Corsets, Tailor-Made Dress Skirts and Petticoats. Consedine Manufacturing Co., Dr.Joseph H. Ward OFFICE HOURS: 8 to 10 a.m., 1 to 3 p.m., 6 to 8 p.m. OFFICE AND RESIDENCE 4851 Indiana Ave., INDIANAPOLIS New 'Phone 1974-Old Phone 1-6490 STOPSMELL Cures Odors of Body. Feet, Nose, Mouth. Mail 500, B. Seebach, Perj. III. AGENTS WANTED in Every City WAITERS WANTED Four good waiters wanted at once at the McLure House, Wheeling, W. Va. Steady workmen given 25.00 a month. Address Robt. H. Grant, Headwaiter, McLure House, Wheeling, W. Va. **WANTED:** Reliable colored people to sell to the Makers given 25.00 a month. Nappy Negro hair also causes hair to grow and cures all scalp diseases. Money refunded if not satisfactory. Liberal contracts to right parties. Big money. Address with stamp. Mail to McLure Co. Dept C. 817 W. Fifth St., Cincinnati, I. O. SONGS, and every one a Gem. Words and music complete. A Thriller. Regular price, $1.00. Our price, 30 cents. NOVELTY ADVISEER CO., BAY SHORE.N.Y. Established DR. CAREY'S School, Manicure and Dermatology, open for students. Terms for ladies $25.00, gentlemen $50.00 (D). Time from 10 to 6 o'clock. 45 arcade masters. --- Standard Tea and Grocery Co. 10 lb best fine Granulated 50€ Sugar with each $1 of gro. 50€ 50 lb bag best Roller Pat. 89€ ent flour ... Sweet sugar corn young 42€ and tender, per can. Large can Pink Salmon 10€ per can. Pure White Lily leaf lard 74€ per lb. Best evaporated apples 5€ per lb. Pilsbury Vitos,regular lice 9€ size per pkg. Old crop good Rio coffee 83€ per lb. Regular 30€ Java and Mo- cha guaranteed per lb. 18€ High grade Satsutos cof- fee a shurer wine. 12€ New crop choice Teas as 22€ ow as choice New Navy beans good cookers, per qt. 6€ Choice yellow table peach 10€ in heavy syrup can. 320 N. Illinois St., bet. New York and Vermont St BEST SERVICE FAIR PRICES Big BARGAIN SALE This Week and next in Carpets and Furniture We are underselling everybody. Come ONLY $2.49 for this handsome bed. ...CASH OR EAS JAMES I 131 W. Was CHAS. S BANNERS MANUFACT MILITARY EQUIPM UNIFO REGALIAS ESTABL 20 E. Court S MME. TU Chevelin and see how much you can handsome bed. the money. ...CASH OR EASY PAYMENTS.... MESI. STO 131 W. Washington Street. CHAS. SVENDSEN MANUFACTURER OF FLAG NNERS MILITARY EQUIPMENTS & UNIFORMS ALIAS BADC ESTABLISHED-1866. O E. Court St., Cincinnati, ME. TURNER veline, The W of the CHAS. SVENDSEN. MANUFACTURER OF BANNERS FLAGS MILITARY EQUIPMENTS & UNIFORMS REGALIAS BADGES, & etc. ESTABLISHED-1866. 20 E. Court St., Cincinnati, 6. MME. 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