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Place your Advertisements in The Freeman, If you want Results THE FREEMAN A NATIONAL ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER CHAUNCEY I. WITHROW, A. B., A. M., Pastor Augusta Street M. E. Cl. urch, Staunton, Va.; Member Washington Conference. VOLUME XIV NUMBER 37. A FAVORITE DIVINE REV. CHAUNCEY I. WITKROW A.B., A.M., PASTOR OF AUGUS- STA STREET M. E. CHURCH, STAUNTON, VIRGINIA A LEADER NOT WITHOUT HONOR In His Own Country--The Possibilities of the American Negro Amply Exemplified--Confidence and Essteem of All Who Know Him The Rev, Chauncey I. Withrow was born in Rutherford County, N. C., April 9th, 1866, and entered the public school of that county when six years of age, continuing until entering a boarding school, presided over by a white lady, subject of Great Britain, and leaving here in his 17th year, when he became a teacher at home and Cleveland counties, and this position he held for a number of sessions, resigning to become principal of Blacksburg city schools. In 1889 he entered Bennett College, at Greensboro, N. C., and took up the classical academic course, remaining there until 1894. During his course at college he carried off the honors of two graduating classes, received the degree of B. A., and was ordained both as deacon and elder by the North Carolina Conference. He was elected to represent his college at Charlotte, N. C., in the Intercollegiate Association in 1892. He was stationed at Reidsville, N. C. in charge of the Methodist church for two years while a student of the college, he was an instructor in college afterward in connection with his arduous duties as student, pastor and lecturer. Upon leaving college his first appointment by his conference was at Charlotte, N.C., having charge of the largest and leading M. E. church of that city. His labors at this charge were fruitful of great benefits to the church—the canceling of a debt, and the accession of many members. He was also president of the Interdenominational Ministerial Union. Shortly before taking up his pastoral duties at Charlotte, he married Miss Maitte L. Dorsette, of Eden N.C., she also being a graduate of Bennett college, and a sister of the wife of the president of that institution, and a sister of the late Dr. C. N. Dorsette, of Montgomery, Ala., the leading colored physician of that city. A leading presiding elder of the Washington Conference, after repeated and urgent requests, had the subject of our sketch transferred to that body in 1895, and he was put in charge at Lexington, Va., remaining there for three years. His labors here resulted in great good to the cause he had made a life work, building a large and imposing church edifice, and leaving it in a spendiid condition, spiritually and financially. During his residence in Lexington, he enjoyed the hearty co operation and confidence of his fellow ministers of both races, and of all denominations, as has characterized his ministry in Reidsville, N. C. He was honored by the faculty of the university. He preached the funeral of Thomas Hughes, body guard of General R. E. Lee, and also sexton of the university for 30 years, the entire faculty and a large number of students being present, and pronounced it among the finest funeral orations ever heard by them. During his incumbency in Lexington, he received many testimonials from prominent men of affairs in his native county, a few of which we embody in this sketch: June 22, 1896. "This is to certify that I have been personally acquainted with Rev. Chaucey I. Withrow for the last ten years, and during all this time I find him to be a high toned christian gentleman, and a preacher and teacher of power, pre eminently qualified to fill any position of trust and honor. "J. A. ANTHONY, Superintendent of schools of Cleveland county, N. C." To whom it may concern:—"I have known the Rev. Chauneey I. Withrow from his boyhood, and do not hesitate to say that he is a man of excellent character, and has always been so regarded here, and furthermore, that he always has been a student, and has devoted himself industriously to the education and advancement of his race. He has made considerable progress in his labors, and is now just regarded as one of the foremost and ablest men of his race in the state. The colored people have few, if any, young men in North Carolina whose future is brighter than Mr. Witrow's. He is regarded universally by both white and colored as a man of splendid abilities, and the highest sense of honor in all things. "J. B EAVES, Ex-U. S. Senator." Rutherfordton, N. C., June 26, 1896. To all whom it may concern: "I take pleasure in recommending Rev. Chauncey I. Withrow, A. B., having known him well during his early manhood, I was pleasantly impressed by his upright deportment, his close application to get an education, his intelligence and his interest in the advance of general education, and in religious matters. Also I was impressed with his easy manner of getting along with people. And I feel sure now in giving him a recommendation, that I would be encouraging a worthy young man, who holds dear to his heart the intellectual, moral and religious advancement of those with whom he may come in contact. "ALBERT L. GRAYSON, Postmaster 75 to 89." A Letter From Bishop Warren Clifton Springs, N. Y, March 13, 1897. Rev. Chauncey I. Withrow, Lexington, Va. My Dear Brother: "Your letter has been forwarded to me from my home, where, I understand, the photograph of which von A. W. H. H. write has also been received. Accept my thanks for the photograph, and also my hearty congratulations on your success in completing your church free of debt. May your work continue to prosper as it deserves, and may your labor and self sacrifice in the good cause be abundantly rewarded. people. Her earthly desire was to possess the love of her dear Savior and the friendship and confidence of her people, and her christian character and untiring devotion to duty evinced the fact that her desire was granted. He employed two of Pittsburgh's best physicians, one white and one colored. the students, but the outlay for alone was over $300. Local Notes Zanesville, O., Special.—Rev. J. president of Wilberforce Univ speak here Emancipation day, wepected to be the greatest celebr In 1888 he was placed in charge of the Warren M. E. church at Pittsburg, Pa., remaining there two years. He enjoyed the distinction of being president of the colored ministers' meeting for two successive terms, and was a member of the white ministers' meeting (the only colored minister). He read papers before that body regularly. He attended the Western Theological Seminary, at Alleghany, Pa., for two years. Besides pr eaching at his own church in Pittsburg, he filled the pulpit at Grace Deaconess 9:30 every Sunday, supported by millionaires, besides teaching in Sunday school, and participating in Epworth League exercises, and preaching special sermons elsewhere. His greatest effort was to introduce a plan to free his church from debt while in Pittsburg, and collect a membership, which he did during his ministry there, and upon leaving the church was in possession of a sinking fund, and was in a flourishing spiritual condition. While in Pittsburgh the hand of death invaded his home and took from him his loving and faithful wife, whose gentle and Christian influence had been such an assis tance in his successful ministry to his people. Her earthly desire was to possess the love of her dear Savior and the friendship and confidence of her people, and her christian character and untiring devotion to duty evinced the fact that her desire was granted. He employed two of Pittsburgh's best physicians, one white and one colored, and two or the best nurses, a colored mother, a white deaconess, who helped him with her day and night, but God took her home to rest. In 1900 he was stationed at Staunton, Va., taking charge of the Augusta Street M. E. church, a flourishing and popular church for colored people. In this charge, as well as all others, he has won the confidence and esteem of all who come in contact with his frank, genial and entertaining personality. A. Grand Affair. Louisville, Ky., Special.—Mr. and Mrs. James Jones gave a grand reception on last Thursday night in honor of Mr. Jones's sister, Mrs. Henry H. Thompson, of Macon, Ga. The reception was one of the greatest of the kind ever given, the table being decorated in red and white, which was lovely, marshenell roses and red dahlias and ferns. Mrs. Thompson wore a gray silk with black point lace. Everything was lovely. Mrs. Jones wore white silk. Mrs. Thompson and Mrs. Jones are visiting Indianapolis this month, the guest of Mrs. Bonds, 1218 North Senate avenue. Dr. C. L. Purce has very much beautified the grounds of the State University by erecting a substantial fence of stone and iron. The work was done by PRICE FIVE CENTS. SINGLE COPY--SIX MONTHS, $85c: ONE-YEAR, $1.50 the students, but the outlay for material alone was over $300. Local Notes Zanesville, O., Special—Rev. J. H. Jones, president of Wilberforce University, will speak here Emancipation day, which is expected to be the greatest celebration ever held in this part of the State. Rev. A. M. Thomas started, last Monday, on his bicycle for Cincinnati to attend the National Baptist Association, which will be held in that city. Miss M. Ford and Mr. Will Cary were married at St. Paul A. M. E. church on Wednesday evening. There was a social at Union Baptist church Thursday evening. The grand rally at Union Baptist church has been postponed until the first Sunday in October. Nelson Cavender spent Sunday in Cambridge, Ohio. Twelve persons were received into full membership last Sunday at St. Paul A. M. E. church. Mrs. Mary McWilliams, who has been very ill, is improving. Mrs. Curry, who has been the guest of Mrs. Breece, has returned to her home in Wilberforce, O. Mrs. A. B. Johns has opened a bake shop on North Seventh street. Personal Dayton, O., Special.—Miss Dora Burton, J. H. Finly and daughter Mabel, after spending ten days sight seeing at the Pan American, visiting friends in Cleveland, O., and Detroit, Mich., have their return to Dayton, DEVELOPMENT OF THE NEGRO IN THE SOUTH A VERY ABLE ADDRESS ON THE SUBJECT BY PRESIDENT W. H. COUNCILL Of the A. & M. College, Normal, Ala. Before the Southern Industrial Con- vention, Philadelphia, June 13, 1901 [Continued from Sept. 7.] Gatling guns, drive him into the Gulf of Mexico as the Indian is being driven into his grave, toward the set sun. Since the Negro is a recognized part of the productive element of this nation, it will be well for the nation to remember that no government can rise higher or run faster than the weakest element in it. It would be a sin for the strong white man in whose hands we are as Lilliputians in the hands of brobdingnags to do one thing, or say one thing, or insinuate one thing to cripple Negro education. Let the South be proud of what the North has done for Negro education. If it were in my power, I would select the highest place in the blackest South, and there I would erect a monument of the most imperishable marble, with its head far in the azure depths above, to the sacred memory of the teachers from the North who, forsaking the comforts and civilization of their homes, have sacrificed all for the redemption of the South from its long night of ignorance and industrial stagnation. Let the South be proud of what its fathers did to raise four millions of savages to ten millions of Christians. What we are we owe it all to the South; our ambition, our inspiration, the directing energies of our destiny are all Southern, breathed into us by Southern men. There are two sides to the servant problem. Let us reason together on it. I hold that it is our duty to prepare ourselves to do com petent, faithful, satisfactory service of every character in the South; to deport ourselves with all becoming dignity, good behavior and respect toward our employers; to go clean and neat; to grow in intelligence and proficiency in the discharge of our duties. On the other hand, such service demands the kindness and protection of the employers, comfortable quarters for our girls under the protection of their mistress; sufficient pay to encourage the servant and to enable the servant to get out of his rags and patches and present that personal appearance so necessary to the dignity and make up of the servant class of the South. When the rights and duties of both classes are properly considered in the light of justice and fairness, and each class resolves to do its duty, complaint will vanish and confidence between master and servant will be established, honesty will be cultivated, rogery will disappear; and the peace and tranquility of Southern homes will be "As the dew of Hermon." NEGRO RELIGION AND LABOR. There can be no doubt that the South has the most loyal and doole labor in the world. No where on the globe is such loyalty to employer found. The Negro is true to his master under all circumstances. His obligation is more sacred than racial ties. Would Irish waiters serve all the world except Irishmen? Would a German barber serve every man except a German? Would the American Indian discriminate against himself? Do you say it is cowardice in the Negro? It is not so. It is Negro religion which rises above every worldly consideration to the purely ideal, spiritual world where there are no races, parties or clans. This element in Negro nature, so much slandered by his white brother, is the noblest quality in mankind. We teach every Negro boy and girl to work. We ask nothing but a chance to work and to be paid for our work. We envy no man. Take nothing from any man. We teach that every honest Negro drayman, servant girl, wash woman, mechanic, hotel boy, barber who does his duty in an intelligent, competent, trustworthy manner is a queen or prince among men. No honest labor is dishonorable. It is more blessed to serve than to be served in any walk in life. The servant girl's hood and apron above an honest heart and educated brain are as hon- Announcement ....Extraordinary HON. GEO. L. 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This is the second book written on this subject by Mr. Miller. His first book, "Training of a Craftsman," was published some three years ago. It is a book of considerable utility. In the present volume the author makes an eloquent appeal for originality in art. He presents quite a number of specimens of splendid ex- --- ```markdown ``` amples of what is meant by scheming out designs in wood, copper, etc. "It is obvious enough," says Mr. Miller, "that genius is a rare thing, but we all have that within us which makes us different in some way from other people, and slight as this personality may be. it should surely find expression and not be sneered out of existence by some superior person who can only move and think by precedent." And further he says: "Set no one up as master, be no man's pupil, but a student of the world with all that is of good report under one's perview." His advice appears to be the right kind. For surely it must be commendable for one to plan and execute designs that carry with them individuality; that is, one ought to be more largely influenced from within than from without, in the matter of art productions especially. This book is lavishly illustrated and will be an inspiration to all who study it. Race Gleanings The Delta Colored Women's Congress was in session last week at Greenville, Miss. Sept. 5, and 6. The sessions were well attended, and subjects of vital import to the race were intelligently and ably discussed by the ladies in attendance. By a vote of 42 to 18 the New Century Club, one of the leading clubs of St. Paul, Minn., adopted a resolution protesting against any color line in the Minnesota State Federation. At Sapulpa I. T., a citizen's committee has decided that all Negroes not of Creek blood must leave town and notices were posted to that effect. Andrew Stuart is a successful practical Optician at Hot Springs, Ark. Peter Vickers, of Douglas, Ga., a Negro, who recently subscribed $1,000 to persuade r railroad company to build to the town, was born a slave, but by strict attention to business since emancipation has obtained possession of 9 880 acres of farm land, besides valuable real estate in three Georgia towns. He has a bank account and ample credit. W. F. Ellis, of Wilmington, Delaware, has deeded to the Delaware Orphan's Homes for colored children $3,000. Mrs. George Whetsel, colored, of St John, N. B., is a wholesale and retail ice dealer. She has accumulated a fortune, and at present she is spending the summer in England. There are 15,000 colored children in the city schools of Washington, D. C., with 400 teachers. The school buildings number 32. The Tidewater Mutual Aid Association is a new business organization at Newport News, Va. Chicago Afro-Americans pay taxes on three million dollars worth of real estate. The 21st annual session of the Grand United Order of True Reformers was in session at Richmond, Va., last week. The deposits in the Tuskegee Institute Bank on July 1, aggregated nearly $5,200, and this in spite of the fact that the school term had come to a close, and a greater majority of the students had gone to their homes. Prof. Inman I. Page has been elected president of Lincoln Institute, Jefferson City, Mo., and his salary has been fixed at $2,000 per annum. Mrs. Nellie Rankin has gained laurels as a needle worker and owns and controls an embroidery and stamping establishment in Oakland, Cal. Her high class needle work has won her many prizes and blue ribbons at State and county fairs, and also at the recent Mechanics' fair held in that city. A Chance for Young Men. 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The hotel proprietors and managers have recognized us a8 such; are constantly applying to ns for first claes headwaiters to take the places of incompetent and unreliable men—men who are head- waiters only in name, But, mark my word for it, the time is coming when sach men will have to step aside for the vagn that has learned to know the value of bis situation; the man who has learn- ed to know that his employer's success \shis success; the man Who has learned tolook forward with view to better- ing his condition. Then you wijl see the work of the H. and 8. W..N.B A; yon will then fally realize, as never be- fore, that our organization has but one purpose, one aim—the upbnilding the elevation and advancement?of manisind. lt might be well for me to state here thet since we last metin the city of Pittsburg, Pa. it has so pleased the Sapreme Rnler of the Universe to re- move from our midst three of our be- loved brothers — Washington, Martin and Terry. In them the association has sustained a great loss. We feel that the places made vacant by their deaths are too sacred to call tothe minds of our readers, yet we know that they are gone; their votees are no longer heard ming- ling with ors, and their faces are no more to be seen, but their memories sull live and will live in the hearts of the members of our association. But ‘we manst be brief. On September 23 to 25 we shall be in session in the city of Buffalo, N. Y., and we would urge every headwaiter who is in sympathy with us to attend that convention for much business of impor- tanco must be transacted. Many are asking the question: What is the H. and 8. W. N, B.A. who are they and What is its aim, for what purpose are they? Many questions have been asked ‘as to the mission of our association. To all of which we will endeavor to give a correct and straightforward answer. First, to be able to accomplish much good, we have thonght it wise to form an association of mutual friendship and have aunaal conventions that will bring the headwaiters of all parts of the coun- try together, and by so doing they come in touch one with the other. At these conventions the many difficult and try- ing problems that all who are engaged in the culinary work must at some time face are discussed at great length. Thus each nd every member becomes en- hosed. We might well say that new lifeis infused nto ome in these great satherings, and every member returns ‘ohis home fall of new ideas and new thoughts that he has just gained. ‘Thus you ss the younger heedwatter is able to gain much knowledge from those Who baye had the advantage in years of experience, ‘The older headwaiter can ako learn something from these conven- tions, for it will be remembered that the hotels of to-day are not what they Were twonty years ago. Many changes hove eon made; things are not like they used to be. The American plan hotel is fast becoming @ thing of the Psst. ‘The European hotels are gradual- 'ytaking their places. New ideas and Rew systems are being put iu practice | daily, Proprietors and managers are becoming more ekilfal in the art of fwouowizing. We believe that it is Recessary for the waiters to bé fully Sbresst with the times. He must. be ‘ally able to compete with his white pts * He must beable to come up the standard and hold his own any- Whizo and everywhere, He must be able to meet and master the circum- {uooes cx you will find every door closed . The aim of this association is to pre- THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUST pare our boys forthe work that they may be able to stand cut against all other nationalities. If we live in a pro- Bressive age we must have progressive ideas. If we would be up with the times we must grasp on to new ideas and new thonghts. Study well the many arts of our profession. Exchange ideas with others who are well intorm- ed. We have for our president a gen- tleman who is well qualified to fill that office, He has been tested, and he has proven himself to be the right man in the right place. His ability and good judgment in handling the affairs of that office for the past year has won for him the praise of every member of the asso: clation, and he should be re-elected in the city of Buffalo for another term. 1 ‘am sure that every other member will agree with me in saying that the old ship is safe as long as W, Alonzo Locke, of Cairo, Ill., is at the helm. | Now, I again appeal to the headwait ers of Ohio to come and join us. Let ‘Ohio be well represented in Buffalo, Ohio has always been first in all great undertakings. Let her not fail to do ner part in this noble work. I believe in the old maxim, “together we stand; divided we fall.” If fraternal love held ‘all men bound together how beautiful ‘this world would be, I believe that it might be well for me to state that the ‘headwaiters cannot be successful in ac- ‘complishing the work that we would like to accomplish withont the co-opera- tion of the side waiters. Their part is an important one, and if they fail to play their part well upon them and them alone will rest the burden of the blame. E. C. HOLLAND. Headwaiter of the Clarendon, Zanes | ville, Ohio. | B. L. Hendereon, of Atlanta, Ga., is the efficient hat man at the Neil house, Columbus, Ohio. | ‘Three waiters of Columbus, Ohio, are stockholders in the Mercantile Invest- ment Company of that city, a business organization of thrifty and energetic Negroes. | Wm. Williams, formerly headwaiter at the Grand hotel, Point Clear, has succeeded F. C. Brown as headwaiter at the Battle house Mobile, Ala. All the boys are now “‘in line” and are up to the mark on European service, The hotel is now being ran by home boys once more. ‘The following is the crew: John W. Floyd, Jos. P. White, captains; D. W. Andrews, L. 8, Johnson, Thos. Liberty, J. Oliver and D. Johnson. | 1. W. Boole, for two years an em- ployeof the Kirkwood hotel, DesMoines, Towa, has resigned and is now running ‘alanch wagon in that city, succeeding wick. | The waiters of Columbus, Ohio, are said to be thrifty and energetic. They are economical and are saving their earnings. There are seven waiters there owning property and eighteen having comfortable bank accounts. | ‘The waiters of Columbus, Ohio, gave a trolley party a few evenings ago, and the affair was a success both socially @ financially, Alex. Dewson, who was headwaiter at Hotel Leidig this summer, has re- turned to Los Angeles, Cal, | Samuel H. Gordon, eighty-one years old, has just retired as a waiter from the Monongahela house, Pittsburg, Pa. ‘He has amassed a fortune of $100,000. | ‘The Headwaiters Beneficial Ascocia- tion of Atlantic City, N. J., recently gave their first annual banquet at Fitz- gerald’s Auditorium in thateity. BR. L. Lipscomb is president of tho association. ‘The affair was a swell one and reflected credit on the hotel fraternity. __M.F. Fulford, formerly of Vicksburg, Miss., now residing in Memphis, Tenn. is at present closing the season of Castil- ian Springs hotel with much credit to himself and crew. Mr. Fulford is a young man of rare intellectual capabili- ties and is aspiring to the ministry, and will be ordained as & minister of the A.M. E. Zion church at the annual conference, which will meet shortly at Greenwood, Miss. The crew at the Castilian Springs hotel consisted of J. H. Wheeler, C. Lorenzo Person, J. W. Shumpert, Will Edwards, Richard Lew- is, Homer Boyd, Geo. Anderson, Gilbert Flowers, Walter King, Gaston Walden, Richard Stevenson, James White, Robt. White, Jacob Smith and Howard Jack- son. Charles H. Shephard, the second waiter, is # student at Meharry Medical College. Lost His Job. ‘Wm. Jones, formerly headwaiter at the Hotel Montgomery, Norristown, Pa , has lost his position because he dared to assert his rights as an American citizen. Mr. Jones bought tickets for the orches tra circle in the Norristown opera house, but was refased admission. The man- ager of the opera house being @ close friend to the manager of the hotel, de- manded that Jones take $25 for the abuse heaped upon him, Jones-demur. red and the result was that the mana- ger of the hotel favored the manager of the opera house and Jones was told he would either take $25 or lose his posi- tion, to which he refused. Mr. Jones had been headwaiter at the hotel for six years. Hotel and General News Buffalo, N. Y., Special—The second concert and ball given by the Head and Second Waiters Auxiliary Wednesday evening, Angust 28 was the rival of the season, To say it was a grand affair would put it on two limited terms. One could best jndge by being an eye wit- ness. The young men's yearning hearts were filled to overflowing by the many pretty ladies, charming music, dancing, eating and drinking of the best, and who broadened their smiles when they chanced to meet another visiting lady, who was also anxious to meet with so many prominent headwaiters. To say all bad a good time would not give jus- to the occasion, for dawn found a good- ly number trying to find the way to their beds, It does’ seem that the only thing that marred the evening's pleas- ure was the lack of time. Was it a success? I can’t find words to use that would tell how much of a success it was. The music selections rendered by the Magnolia Quartette were good. 5. A. Jenkins officiated. We were more than prond to witness so many visiting ladies from the West; Chicago farnished us with plenty of its charming wives and young ladies that I have not the space to mention. Philadelphta, Cleve- land, Pittsburg and also many lovely ladies from the South. All bid snocess totheH. & 8. W.’s future aims. Among the popular headwaiters present were: ©, H. Buckner, president, W. R. Harris, vice-president, E. W. Walden, secretary, W. RB. Keyes, treasurer, E. A. Jenkins, manager, E. T. Montgomery, general ticket agent, I. W. Ford and W. A. Taylor were assistant managers. The Freeman's representative was a guest, being the only reporter in the hall. All Buffalo must read The Freeman to get the news, W. R. Reid, at 227 Clinton street, will be pleased to have all news articles given him for the Buffalo spec- cial, which will receive prompt atten- tion. Waiters are anxious to know about the West, the rush will be off here in about three weeks, and all are looking out for the winter. PROMINENT HOTEL MEN. aa ee eR Ur s Dear Pasa 3 ae : ae ee | 4 : owen Evadwaiter Hotel Aragon, Atlanta, Ga. ‘The subject of this sketch was born in Warrenton, Ga., and has worked nearly all his life in hotels, He first began as a waiter for the pastry cook at the American hotel in Atlanta, and later became a waiter in the same hotel. He has filled the capacity of headwaiter at the following hotels: National hotel, Kimball house (both of Atlanta), San- ford hotel, Sanford, Fla., Tate Springs Hotel, Tate Springs, Tenn., Atlantic hotel, Moorehead City, N. C., and at present is headwaiter at the Aragon, Before becoming a headwaiter he served as a waiter for fifteen years at the ‘McDowell hotel, Newman, Ga. A large part of his life was spent at the Kimball house—epending three years in the “old Kimball” and eleven years in the “new Kimball.” He has always been inter- ested in training the waiter as to his duties, not only in the dining room, bat as tohis moral character. Mr. Andrews is the president of the Gate City Enter- prise Association, an organization made up chiefly of walters, conducting bust- ness at 4; Wall street, Atlanta, Ga. ‘Mr. Andrews has just returned from the Atlantic hotel, Moorehead, N. C., where he has been going since 1886. He has now returned to his former position as headwaiter of the Aragon. Copies of The Freeman may be found at the Cepital City Drag Co., Saturday of each week 111 Monroe street Montgomery, Als., 5 cents per copy. ' COLORED NEWSPAPER. rcs MEN WANTED. Wanted at present on the meat Pee WA Coast first class waiters, also Se . E ern headwaiters should correspond with Price $1.00 tl restaurants in Portland, Seattle, ' r Tacoma and Spokane. At Baker City, i Ore The Gate & oem tie netse| COM Piled by headwaiter and 5 or 6 men European. | TS: How to All hotels are ronning short. First HOW to Serve ree class sober men applying to Mr. J.C | >"? © c Logan headwaiter of the Portland | === Hotel, Portland, Oregan, can obtain work—room in. The West is coming and we should attempt to supply the need of men. I would advise some one to correspond with Mr. Watson of The Watson restaurant Portland, Ure ‘The . West needs wide awake headwaicers and good sober and industrious waiters, M Gxo, W. Miron. The Portland Cate. @ like out 22 inches long, short stem made of black kiaky hair, Sent postpaid on re- FQ cxint of m4 $1.00 nd fl 300 buys a pair of black kinky fi we ) hair Braids 16 inches long. Bil) N4H 80c buys a Single Braid kinky ipa vie| hair 16 inches long, Wievae Bangs Hair Pin and Orna- APM) ments of every description. BOWIE Most complete line of hatr eg S00ds in this country for fy Colored Feople es: Send stamp for my Well Illustrated Cata- ey logue. T.W.TAYLOR 89 Congress St., DETROIT, MicH. {In writing please mention The Freeman) ‘Telephone 1243, Business aromptly mitended Credit Given to Reliable People, Mrs, B. Adams & W. Taylor (Successors to J. H. Taslor) Funeral Directors and Embalmers Burial Cases and Caskets of all kinds and fine Carriages, both open and closed B.ADAMS, Manager, 610 Ninth Stree LOUIeviLnE, we COLUMBIAN BROTHERHOOD OF HONOR Chartered by Kentucky Legislature of 1885 ard in active operation now ix many States. Large benefits paid week ly—large local membership It is an order that promotes the inter ests of its members at home or in the business world, encouraging thrift an¢ enterprise in the race generally. The Banking Division is prepared t invest your savings, no matter how small, with profit. Any person of sound health and o! good habits between four (4) years and fifty-four (54) years of age can become members—special terms for older per. sons. ‘The fee for joining is not less than $1.00 nor more than $2.00. The follow: ing interesting table tells its own story. Five conts per week gives a child $1.00 sick benefit and $15.00 at death. ‘Ten cents ‘per_ week gives an adult $200 sick benefit and $30.00 at death. Fifteen cents per week gives an adult $3.00 sick benefit and #45 00 at death. ‘Twenty cents per week gives an adult $4.00 sick benefit and $60.00 at death. Twenty-five cents per week gives an adult $5 00 sick benefit and $75 00 to $100 00 at death Fifty cents per week gives an adult $1000 sick benefit and $150 00 at death. All pay the same and receive the same benefits ‘When it is inconvenient to attend the lodge room, You aro excused. Certificate of mem- ership. nancial cards, charter and ritual farnished on request. No extra charges. ‘The order will buy you a home to cost between $200 and $2,000 allowing you t pay for it on less than renting terms— just as paying dues inalodge No fore closure owing to sickness nor temporar Joss of work; the order according to it mottoes will protect its members $2 0 per week for sickness and $30 for faner al expenses for 100 per week. Beant ful funeral ceremony. ogee, qighs information about joining the sor Supreme Secretary C. B. H. 981 W. Jefferson St., LOUISVILLE, Ky. THE WAITERS’ MANUAL Price $1.00 Rerzsttexty rite take money nt py | is reputation should advise his men to obtain it. Compiled by W. Forrest Cozart 2... 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 etc.,etc., ete. Address: THE FREEMAN, Indianapolis, Ind. - Ul Homestead Bread Makes. 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Call ite Agents “Big Four” fc fall intormatiog,ciroalars of the Exposition, WARREN J. LYNCH, Gen. Pass. & Tkt W.P, DEPPE, Asst, G. P&T. A, ee cascisNAt 0, #H.M. BRONSON, A. G.P, A. Tpiaeavous, A. Copies of The Freeman can be found at Black’s Hotel, Evansvile, zna., every Saturday. tf a piace it * i A NATIONAL ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. PUBLISHED EVERY SATURDAY At 300 Indiana Avenue, INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA. SUBSCRIPTION RATES : Any part of the United States and Canada, one year, postage paid $1.50 Six Months Three Months Foreign Countries. 1. $1.00 extra express, money order, post- office order or gift letter Agents wanted to every town and city not now occupied, and liberal inducements will be the same. Send for our extraordinary inducements. ADVERTISING RATES: Five cents per line. Fase of measure—solid agate, 14 lines to an incc), 270 lines in a column. Special position 25 per cent additional. No advertisement inserted in this page. Special rates on standing professional and business cards. Reasonable discount for long time and space. Reading notices 10 per line. Special rates on WRITE UPS. Entered at the postoffice at Indianapolis, Indiana, as second class matter. All matter should be addressed to THE FREEMAN, INDIANAPOLIS, INO. GEORGE L. KNOX, Publisher. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 1901. THE ATTEMPTED ASSASSINATION The attempted assassination of President McKinley while visiting the exposition at Buffalo, N. Y., last Friday, Sept. 6th, is the one absorbing theme all over this broad land. Under any circumstances its a monstrous crime to shoot down the head of a government, but when the popularity of the President is considered and his great qualifications of head and heart, which has so endeared him to the American people, the reason for the attempted assassination is beyond comprehension—utterly uncalled for, and unexpected, seemingly, by the anarchistic society generally, of which the assa ssin was a member. The country is justly indignant, it is aroused as never before at those orders, those iniquitous institutions that stand inimical to all established authority, no matter how leniently exerted. Their uprootment, in all likelihood, will begin from the date of this lamentable occasion. The country will be far better off by the transactions. The war on civilization must cease. She cannot afford to pay the tremendous sacrifices. She must act and that quickly if she would save her elect. The prayed for hopes of the President's recovery have been realized. God himself would not countenance the ruthless dragging down of the beloved man—an unwarranted calamity that would have tended to undermine all of the governments in Christendom. He in His abundant wisdom has seen fit to restore him to us—a grateful nation as the result of the petitions unto Him-Long live the President. TO GO OR STAY. The Louisville Commercial, in speaking of Bishop Turner's scheme, says, "the Charleston News and Courier favors Bishop Turner's idea that the Negroes ought to go back to Africa, says they never ought to have been brought here, and that the sooner they are sent back the better. Yet whenever emigration and employment agents go to South Carolina to induce the Negroes to go to Mississippi, Arkansas or somewhere else, there is general opposition and protest from local employers of labor." The Commercial is right. South Carolina and the whole South have always protested against the disturbing of her "Niggers" at the instance of anybody. This objection to interference ought to be construed as some species of love for the Negro, which, at least, outweighs the hate. This preponderance of love should be held as an earnest of the good intentions being held in abeyance, merely until such and such a time arrives at which time the display will be warranted. Without doubt there has always existed a kind of love on the part of the whites for the blacks. The whites take great pride in rushing to the rescue of some faithful "man" who has gotten himself into some unexpected "jam." They lay their dollars coolly down for these. Personal encounters in "Sambo" behalf are not altogether the unexpected. The spirit of protectoracy is strong in the Anglo-Saxon people as it concerns the darker races. Its an inborn trait, innate (with all due respect to John Locke, who insists that man is born without a single notion of any kind) fostered by education and preserved by traditions. The white man at once ceases in his THE FREL AN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPE peculiar regard for the Negro the moment he finds him trying to compete with him. It is here that the Negro very often compounds oppression with competition. Of course social equality is totally out of the question, and that fact taken in connection with the competing phase make the life of those of that class very miserable. Much of the friction arises from just such conditions as outlined. The Kentucky Standard, W. D. Johnson, editor, of Louisville, Ky., has seen fit to take exceptions to an editorial appearing in a recent issue of The Freeman. Mr. Johnson's article will be answered later on. A TRIBUTE TO THE NEGRO. Editor Freeman—In the Indianapolis Journal of Sept. 10 there appeared the following paragraph relative to the Negro, which is worthy of more than passing notice. I give it in full: "The colored man Parker, who fell upon the assassin of the President, has a good reputation as a man of intelligence and courage. Of his race it can be said that it has no Anarchists. Some of them are guilty of the lesser crimes and a few are inclined to use deadly weapons when in passion, but not one can be found who could be drawn into a conspiracy to strike down President. Governor or other representative of high authority. In that respect all are loyal Americans." The hand of God is in every movement, there are no chance happenings, no accidents—all is permitted to take place under divine sanction. Sometimes it is a part of the divine plan to bring the individual, or the race, up to higher plains through much tribulation, and oftimes in this test He leads us through paths dark and dreary, wherein those upon whom we had been leaning and looking to for sympathy and help, turn their backs upon us, and instead of aiding us, misunderstand, misrepresent, abuse and impose upon us. But God is always keeping a watchful eye over an oppressed people. The Negro as a human being is weak, and has many infirmities, but will not fall so far short in the average measurement with other men, if the same rules be applied to each. God, I believe, had in His divine mind the good of the Negroes of this country when, on Friday last, as the assassin made attempt to take the life of our President, James B. Parker was next to him. He was the man for the emergency—calm, cool, ready, quick, strong, trained and brave. How many persons, permit me to ask, would have acted with the promptness displayed by Parker under the excitement. and whose bravery undoubtedly saved the President's life? But it is not only to the fact that this brave action saved the life of President McKinley that I would point, but that through it God has forced the American white man to look at the Negro as he has not been looking heretofore. I note in the papers of various parts of the country, in their discussion of the necessary steps to be taken to prevent the spread of anarchistic teachings, and a recurrence of attempts to assassinate our high officials, that in every paper this expression occurs "The prevention of admission to this country of Swedes, Poles, Hungarians, Italians and other foreigners would not stamp out anarchy, for there are anarchists to be found amongst the native white Americans, and in fact Czolgosz is an American born and reared." This is an indictment at once broad and true. It is certainly to the credit of a race that it can be surrounded by other races, who pride themselves upon being the patterns for all others, but who themselves confess to the existence among of many who are disloyal. To have these same superior races acknowledge that the despised and inferior race is loyal, and that "not one" of their race could be drawn into any attempt to take the life of President, Governor or other high official. The Negro of to-day, through James Parker, has wryd from the white man a tardy acknowledgment of the possession of that virtue without which no country can stand—loyalty. The Negro does not need be afraid, if he but trust in God, and does his part as a man, measuring up to every requirement, meeting every obligation, discharging every duty, ready for every opportunity and preparing for every emergency, when the time comes God will see to it that even his enemies give him justice, acknowledge his manhood and hall with joy his assistance in making this the greatest and grandest country in the world. Let no one become discouraged at the outlook, as in the past, when in response to Abraham Lincoln's call he answered "We're coming, Father Abraham, a hundred thousand strong." At San Juan, in the Philippines and at Buffalo, on Friday last the Negro showed himself a man and a patriot. So will he in the future, and by his manliness, his courage, his patriotism, prove to the world that it is not the contour of the skull, the texture of the hair, or the color of the skin which makes the man, but that the highest type of patriotic citizen may be found in Ebon caskets as well as in Alabaster boxes. EDWARD L. GILLIAH. Pastor Simpson Chapel Church. Indianaapolis, Ind. HERO AT BUFFALO. James B Parker, of 450 Sixth avenue. New York, is the Negro who stood directly ahead of Czolgosz when he shot President McKinley, and who hurled him to the ground with a terrific blow after the second shot was fired. Parker was born in Atlanta, Ga., forty-five years ago in slavery. He left New York last spring to wait in an exposition cafe. He is a giant in size, standing over six feet, and erect as an Indian. The assassin tore his vest buttons entirely off in the struggle. Parker was at one time a waiter in the Kimball House. Atlanta. James B Parker, of 450 Sixth avenue. New York, is the Negro who stood directly ahead of Czolgosz when he shot President McKinley, and who hurled him to the ground with a terrific blow after the second shot was fired. Parker was born in Atlanta, Ga., forty-five years ago in slavery. He left New York last spring to wait in an exposition cafe. He is a giant in size, standing over six feet, and erect as an Indian. The assassin tore his vest buttons entirely off in the struggle. Parker was at one time a waiter in the Kimball House. Atlanta. THE TENNESSEE METROPOLIS Doings of the Race In and Around Memphis--Church, Society. Etc Weekly Budget of News. Memphis, Tenn, Special.—Mrs. Maggie Butler and Miss Carrie Butler of 168 Rayburn avenue are visiting friends and relatives in Hollywood, Miss. Miss Ellen 'Taylor of Bolivar, Tenn., is the guest of Mrs. Warren McNeal of 49 Eliot street. She sends regards to Miss Nathaniel Dale. Miss Willie A. Tinsley, one of our most popular teachers, and Mrs. S. S. Smith have gone to Covington, Tenn., to spend a few weeks' vacation with their relatives. Mr. Alonzo Tinsley will leave for Kansas City, Mo., this week. Johnnie Lewis, a well-known young man, has opened a lunch counter and cafe at Pee Wee's Exchange. He will be glad to have his many friends call and see him. J. G. Gardner, the chief cook at the Alhambra hotel, after spending a few months at Hot Springs, Ark., has returned to this city. You will find him in the cafe department. R·D. Moore, one of the best torsional artists in the city, has moved his shop to 130 Beale street. A card to the public-I will give each new customer a free test shave. -R. D. Moore. Mrs. Watt Ballard has been in Chicago for the last two weeks visiting friends. Mrs. E. W. Saddler and children left last week for an extensive trip on the gulf. They will stop over in Vicksburg, Miss, for a few days as the guests of relatives, then they will continue their trip, to be absent for quite awhile, hoping to improve her health. Mrs George Smith, the wife of our prominent cafe proprietor, is on a trip to New York City. One of the latest additions to our business enterprises is the new undertakers establishment at 104 Desota St. known as I. Carraway & Co. Mr. Carraway is one of the most dignified and gentlemanly business men in this city. We invite our many readers to give him their patronage. Mrs. Laura Holmes and son, after a pleasant trip over the State, have returned home. Exercises in honor of W. A. Hadley, Supreme Grand Master of the I. O. I. of the United States: PROGRAM. Opening Introduction.....E. H. Stacker Song...."Must Jeans Bear the Cross" Invocation.....G. A. Garry Welcome Address.....Mrs. E. Moore Master J. S. of Tennessee. Address. . . . . . S. G. M. W. A. Hadley. At the grand banquet given August 28th by the Independent Order of Immaculates Mr. C. H. Stacker acted as master of ceremonies who, in a most fluent and masterly way, introduced the speakers of the evening. Welcoming addresses were delivered in an exquisite form and with no small degree of interest by the following persons: Mr. L. C. Moore, Miss Emma Moore, Mr. Sam Moody, Mr. D. Fogg, P. G. of Tennes see, and P. G. M. of Arkansas. After which the distinguished speaker of the evening, Dr. W. A. Hadley, was introduced, who said in part, "Unless I had a heart of steel I could not help but being greatly moved at the hearty welcome given me in behalf of this grand old order. It has been some time since I had the pleasure to meet you all. I think it has been some where about 28 years. You know that it is against the laws of our order for me to visit unless I am invited. I have those same kind feelings which I entertained six years ago. Since that time the order has grown older, stronger and better. Love and friendship, taught as nowhere else, draws me closer to you. Prof. Councillom, whom you all know, is a true and devoted member of our order. Our insurance is the best in the country, and I want you to accept it and keep these white men away from your homes with their ten cent per week insurance schemes. Do not allow them in your homes and stop them from slipping around the by-ways and alleys. One object of our order is to elevate our people. Turn me out one door and I will come in the next. I love its principle so much. We must be friendly as everybody will forget us if we are cold and indifferent. We as a race are being tried by the fire; we need to get closer together; this fire is to make us better people. Mothers should be careful about their children as mother's training is the best in the world. If women are right men will be right. Try to lift us up morally financially, etc. There is one thing I want my people to note, and that is the decrease in the large death rate among our people. All of this has come about since we have been able as a race to have our own physicians. One of the greatest physicians says, the reason the death rate is so high at present is because so many of our people have not learned to call in the doctors of their own race when sick. Blood will tell, the white man has no time to study the case of a Negro because he may at the same time be waiting on a prominent white patient who is able to pay the highest of prices, and the Negro not being able to pay but $300, and sometimes he cannot pay that, so the doctor scarcely can remember the medicine he left for the Negro between visits. A physician who expects to cure his patient must stay up late at night and at other times study the symptoms. I say to my people move out of these alleys and damp houses, as we are made to dwell in dry places and not in the water. Build up the race by helping to make good citizens. Keep them out of the jails, and get out of these one room houses where you eat, sleep, wash and everything in the same place. One room houses cannot turn out good children; live right and set the right example before them. My people, do not make hogs of yourselves on strong drink, as it eats up the liver, kidneys, heart and ruins the whole system, and some day you will be walking along and fall down and forget to get up again, then out to the graveyard you go. Get homes. You have learned us in Nashville to grow. Now learn us to purchase a hall by taking the lead. We were unable to set up a Queen Estha Court until you took the lead. When we first brought these women into the order the men got mad, but I believe it is all over now. The women have paid over 200 benefits, and I do not believe in separa FOR BATH AND TOILET. USE PROTECTION ANTISEPTIC SOAP FOR SALE AT ALL DRUGGISTS. WILLARD CHEMICAL CO STOPS-ALL-ITCHING-TRY-IT-ONCE. 6 MERRIMAC ST. BOSTON,MASS. tion. Look after the women and girls as the growth of the order depends on this. Take up this new policy—twenty-five cents to join and ten cents per week. I don't allow the white insurance agents prowling about my house. Benediction. Mr. Ed Mosley W. M. of Memphis Star Lodge No 16 Among the gathering were the guests of honor, the most noted Queens of Tennessee Immaculates, were the following: Mrs. N. West, Mrs. A. Haley and the greatest woman leader and queen of the South, the Honorable Mrs. Mary Moore, also the only two chartered members of the I O. I of the world, Mrs. Mattie French and Mr. S. J. Thomas, both of Memphis. Among the guests of honor was Master Bud Bardlett, W. W. of the Memphis Star Lodge, who is one of the leaders of coming young men of this city; figured as assistant reporter to President of Freeman Association. In memory of Mrs. Mary Eliza Tirson, who departed this life July 22, 1901, age 26 years: Like a dove when up she springs With pulsation of her wings. The human hearted one I love Is resting in that realm above. Is this the end of my care? And circle mourning in the air? And now so strange do these things seem, It seems to be a sad—sad dream. Friends and relatives mourn their loss, But they must stand beneath the cross. Its well in Christ that she was born, How good, how kind—and she is gone, —Mrs. Georgia A. King, E. W. SADDLER. POLITICAL NOTES The following are the candidates for School Commissioner and their positions on the ballot: First, Charles W. Moores; second, Harvey B. Mathews; third, Andrew M. Sweeney; fourth, Frederick Schrader; fifth, Julius A. Haag; sixti; Henry Russe; seventh, Dr. Marie Haslep; eighth, Dr. C. L. Marlatt; ninth, Elmer E. Nichols; tenth, Charles B. Stiltz; eleventh, A. B. Thompson; 12th, William Grover; 13th, G. L. Payne; fourteenth, Charles D. Maxwell; fifteenth, Henry C. Sickels; sixteenth, Henry Russell. It is said that the Magnire Independent Club has not enough members to fill all its offices. One would not conceive this fact by reading the Sentinel or listen to some of the members "expostulate." W. Allison Sweeney has resigned his position as custodian of Tomlinson Hall after serving four years under the Democratic party. We could go further into the details, but "it is a long, sad story." James Shelton, of the undertaking firm of Morgan & Shelton, who also holds a position in the Court House, has posted a notice in his office agreeing to bury the members of the Maguire Independent Club and all other colored democrats FREE OF COST after October 8, without expense to the county, lodges or political organizations. George Washington Cheatham, the well-known politician, is "the man of the hour" from a personal view. VICKSBURG HAPPENINGS General News Items of the Historic City's Enterprising People Vicksburg, Miss., Special.—W. H. Jefferson departed Thursday Sept. 5, for Memphis, Kansas and Buffalo, N. Y., where he will enjoy the Pan American Exposition. Mr. and Mrs. John Augusta left for Cleveland, O., on 7 inst. to attend the National Encampment in that city. The young people gave a dance at State Golden Rule Hall Monday night, 2 inst. for the benefit of Louis Slaughter, who has been on the sick list for the past four months; Prof. R. H. Clifton's band furnished the music. A nice little sum of $18 was realized, and a most delightful time enjoyed by those present. The success of the same is due to the following committee: Misses R. B. Harris, Eugean Strong, Babe Jackson; Messrs. Neal Russell, Chas. White, Edward H. Sterling, E. T. Leonard, Thomas M. Buckner. The concert given at the Mount Herodon Baptist church on Thursday night, Sept. 3, was quite a treat and well up with the times, the promoters of the affair deserve much credit for the evening's pleasure. Rev. J. H. Henry departed Saturday night, 7 inst. for Natchez, Mise., to visit his family and friends. We again call our subscriber's attention to the fact that the Freeman is on sale every Saturday; read up, O. U. Taylor agent. Richard Boyd, a well known young man here, died at his home on N. Monroe street, Sept. 5; his funeral took place Friday at his late residence, where his many friends assembled to pay their last respects to the deceased. He leaves one brother and many friends to mourn their loss. Prof. R. H. Brooks is on the sick list at this writing. Our esteemed friend, Jere M. Bole, U. S C., is being congratulated by his many friends here upon his being elected the Grand Eminent Commander of the State at the last grand conclave, which was held at Frisco Point, Miss., Aug. 30. The distinguished brotherhood above referred to did the right thing at the right time, honor to whom honor is due. The lawn party given at the residence of Mrs. McMaris, Sept. 4, was in every way a grand success. The proceeds were for the benefit of Wesley Chapel M. E. church. The members of the Mount Herodon Baptist church gave lawn party at the residence of Dr. A. A. Hamilton Thursday night, Sept. 5. The evening was greatly enjoyed by all present. D. B. Harrington, a well known and highly respected citizen here, is daily employed at the Delta Trust Banking Co. He is a constant reader of The Freeman. Harrington knows a good thing and sticks to it. At this writing the nation is horrowstriken at the murderous assault to take the life of the President of the United States, by an anarchist at Buffalo, N. Y., Friday, Sept. 6. It is hoped and cheerished by every loyal citizen in the land, regardless of race or condition, that the cowardly work of the assassin may not prevail here. Here, as elsewhere throughout the country, the people deplore the sad calamity which has befallen the chief executive of the nation. Read The Freeman, 5 cents, per copy, O. U. Taylor agent. Nashville News Nashville, Tenn., Special—The Dunbar club was reorganized last Friday evening at the home of Miss Stewart on Morgan street. The 52d anniversary of the Christian church was held in Gay Street Christian church Sept. 1, 1901. Miss M. L. Page of this city, who has been visiting her brother Walter Page, of Murfreesboro, Tenn., has returned after a stay of four weeks. Gilbert Lewis, who has been visiting relatives in Chattanooga, has returned J A O BROUGHTON Chief Marshal of the Negro Department of Marshal day Parade held in Nashville, Teun, september 2, 1901. Meharry Medical College opened Sept. 4, 1901, under very favorable circumstances. After twenty years of Sunday school and church work Prof. J. M. Coffey has resigned all offices. It will be very hard to find one better posted in Sunday school than Prof. Coffey. In very fitting remarks a very handsome umbrella was presented Prof. Coffey by E Tyre. All items for publication may be sent to Drs Parker & Lever's drug company. Dr P R Burrus drug company and B Z Eakin, agent, 512 Cedar street. When the Heart is Affected By rhymatism or any of the muscles near that organ, it is live tampering with an electric wire, for death may come at any moment. If life is worth it, do not hesitate, but get Dr. Drummond's Lightning Remedy. Send $ to the Drummond Medicine Co. New York, and they will send you two large bottles, enough to not as quick as electricity, but will save your life if you take it in time. RICH—12 Female Room Scenes and Large book, 10. John G. Scheidler, Cleveland, 0. 100 OZONIZED OX MARROW CO. 76 Wabash Avenue, Chicago, Illinois. STAGE. EDITED BY "Woodbine" THE FREEMAN POST OFFICE. A stamped enveloped, plainly addressed, must be enclosed for each letter, and the line of business followed by the person addressed should be given, in order to prevent mistakes. Notice--Professionalists and others must be in mind that all letters should be between the United States and Canada, must be prepaid, otherwise they are not forwarded. NOTICE--Advertised letters will be held in The Freeman Post Office for FOUR WEEKS ONLY hereafter. Allen, Miss Russell G Arnold, Miss Glenn Gook, Miss Nettie 3 Gook, Miss Anna Dupre, Miss Leannar Elder, Miss Willa A Fernando, Mrs Willas F Morgan, Mrs Willas Goff, Miss Nettie Koffe, Mrs BessLee 2 Moss, Miss Laura Nance, Miss Rhody Patterson, Miss Lulu Payne, Miss Rosa Proctor, Miss Jessie Russell, Miss Tenia Terry, Miss Lennie Mattie, Miss Lennie Wade, Miss Alina Wilson, Mrs Annie Miss MussBessLee 2 Zola, Miss queen of serpentine dancers Bairou, Berni Bard, e. Cornelus Bird, Wn Bostwick Wn Boston W. & Arlington Brown, Bennie Brown, Richard Burton, EJ Brown, C J Brown, Cine Davis, Emmett Davis, Gos Dodd, S E Zephrin, Thos F S Füller, W. E Fisher, Prof S B Garland, Witton Gibson, Lash Gibson, Spencer B Gillard, Amber B Gilliam, Harry L Gughes, Ed Hull, Harry Bampton, G. (3) Hughes, Ed Hull, Harry Bampton, G. (3) Humphreys, W A 2 Johnson Sam, S 4 Jones, Piccolo Jones, Wn Kemp, Bobby Lacey, Jas S Lee, RE Leach, Robert Lewis, Chas Majors, Dr M A Matee, Wm Manning, John Massingale, Harry Massey, George Moss, Gwyn McKay, Theophilus McGruder, Ambrose Patrick Frank Perrin, Sidney Prince, Arthur L Quine Gos 2 Sieve, J W Stevens, Augustus The Edwards family The Fosters Thompson, R W Todd, Troy Van Slack, Henry Vaughner, John Walker, John S Bampton, G. (3) White, James Wilhite, Louie Williams, Bert Mun, Mm Wine, James Woods, Fountain Woodard, Sidney Wright, L J. L. W. I. Swain's Original NASHVILLE STUDENTS (cornette Pawnee Bill's Wild West Show)—Grand Is and, Neb, Sept 16; Hastings, 17; Superior, 18; Augustene, Kan, 19; Newton, 20; Wiley, 21 HARRISON Bros. NEW AND ANCIENT SOUTH—Quincy, Ill, Sept 14 RUSCO & HOLLAND—Dallas, Tex, Sept 14; Fort Worth, 16 King's Minstrels—West Point, Miss, Sept 16; Winona, 17; Clarksdale, 18; Brinkley, Ark, 19; Jonesboro, 20; Newport, 18 MARAHA's Minstrels—Florence, Wis, Sept 16; Crystal Falls, Mich, 17; Rockland, 18; Oxtonville, Hancock, 20 Al W. MARTIN's "U T C"—Grand Haven, Mich, Sept 16; Ludington, 17; Big Rapids, 18; Traverse City 19; Central Lake, 20; Petoskey 21 THE GREAT MCKANLASS Co.-Milwaukee, Wis, Sept 9 to 14 Tom Logan left Memphis last Sunday for Fla, Fla. Judson Hicks, the "baby boy," is dangerously ill at Louisville. Ganbetta Garrett, of the Washington Trio, sends regards to the Cheatham Bros. McClelland and Donald, in their funny sketch, are great favorites in Kansas City, Kans. Mr and Mrs. L F Hunter, late of McCabe & Young's show, are resting at their home in Kansas City, Kans. Madame Leota Harris Blackburn left Chicago last week to sing for an indefinite period at Simon's Riverview park, Louisville. Dave Jackson, of W. I. Swain's Nashville Students with Pawnee Bill's concert company, is making a big hit daily playing the steam callope in the street parade. Frank Clermont would like to hear from Jas. B. Tucker, Amos Gaillard, Geo. Baquet and Scotte and DeLeo. Address this office (wire or write). Regards to the "student doctors." The Black Patti Troubadours opened the Empire Theatre at Newark, N. J., Aug. 27 before a large and enthusiastic audience. The newspaper comments on their show are lengthy and deserving. The Golden Gate Quartette, assisted by Fannie Winfred and Buttercup, have closed a successful summer season with Al and Mamie Anderson's "Lady Africa" Co., and are with Ed. F. Rush's City Club Co. for the season. Bailey and Spiller, after a 3 weeks' vacation in Chicago, joined the Big Minstrel Festival again at Hot Springs, assuming their same positions as stage manager and vocal director. They report all professionals doing well in Chicago. THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. The Williams, Chas. and Pernecia, comedians and magicians, are playing their third week at the German Theatre, Kansas City, Kans., both press and public claim their act one of the best there this season. They send regards to professional friends. Eddie Foy Elliott, the Czar of comedy, has made good and proved a favorite with Memphis people, after closing at the Rialto, has signed with R. R. Church, under direction of Lew Hall, for an indefinite period; sends regards to LeVard, Acooee, Powell, Chas. T. Moore, Fred Donglass and others. Billy Williams writes:I had the pleasure of meeting Prof. P. G. Lowery and hearing him and his band play for the first time, during their engagement in Chicago. His company is composed of all ladies and gentlemen, and every member an artist, and they are acquainted with The Freeman, too. My best wishes to the company. A minstrel benefit was given the K of P. lodge, No. 12, at Chattanooga, Tenn., recently, and the show was considered one of the best home talent ever given in the city. The team of Inman and Moore being one of the main attractions, while Tom Cross, one of Tennessee's favorites, made good. Inman and Moore send regards to all friends. The act put on by Lawrence Cheatham and Miss Belle Parker, "assistant," at Fort Sheridan, Ill., received quite an ovation, and was a decided success in every particular. They easily carried off the honors of the evening despite their many competitors. This is one of Mr. Cheatham's many successes. He wishes to be remembered all of his old friends in and out of the profession McKissick and Jones, with Rusco & Holland's big minstrels, while playing at Memphis were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Briggs, she being Mr. McKissick's sister; they met Mr. and Mrs. R. R. Church at his park and auditorium, also Tom Logan, the affable stage manager. Mr. McKissick wants it known that Mr. Church's park and auditorium is the finest in the United States, and is a credit to the race; its facilities are faultless. These are the sentiments of the entire company of which he is a member. The company sends regards to Tom Logan. The "Sunflower" Stock Co. with 20 people, under management of I. T. Dunmore, is doing good business; ghost walks every Sunday morning and are traveling in their own palace sleeping car. Roster: I. T. Dunmore, manager, George Johnson, secretary, Punch Jones, stage director, Charles Johnson, carpenter, James Berry, properties, Clay Price, transportation, Harvey Day, advance man, Mattie Johnson, costumes, Chas, Lewis, chorus director. Douglass Banks, musical director. Lenie Jones, Katie Raynie, B. Davis, female contortionist, Bertha Tape, Ida Hamilton and Katie Wheeler. Notes from McCabe and Young a Co. —We opened season in Savannah, ill, Sept. 7 to a packed house; the company is headed by Tom McIntosh, supported by 15 star artists. It is one of the strongest shows McCabe & Young have had for years Mrs. Lucia McCabe's first appearance on the stage was a pronounced hit. Baby Lucia, 4 years old, was the hit of the show. The Palmer's sketch was well received. Prof. Napoleon Bruce, cousin to B. K. Bruce, took the house by storms with his piano selections. Uncle Tom McIntosh sung his original song "I am one coon dat can't get wet, so let it rain. King & Bush's big colored minstrel carnival, under direction of F. B. Miller, opened their season Sept 7. They are traveling in their own car which is replete of every convenience. The first part wardrobe and band uniforms were made by the popular firm of M. C. Lilley of Columbus, O. Our important comedians are King and Bush, Ried and Johnson balladists, J. Ed. Green director, Henry D. Troy, Whitten Viney, Blaine Bly, Louis Williams, R. McRenolds contortionist; our orchestra is under the direction of Sam Foster, and the band is looked after by Frank Clermont. We wont say much just now, later on will do. Tom Logan was the guest of J. Ed. Green and Frank Clermont at Birmingham, Ala., while waiting connection, enroute to Florida. The Freeman is a welcome visitor at all times. The Grand, Indianapolis, opened the season Monday, Sept. 9, with a strong vaudeville bill, which has pleased large crowds. Manager Bronson, who hails from California, has introduced many new changes in this popular house, and Indianapolis theatre-goers can rest assured that nothing but the best acts will be booked. A mammoth organization of originality, the Jolly Grass Widows, will be the offering at the Empire Theatre, Indianapolis, during fair week, commencing Monday matinee, Sept. 16. The company this season is one of the largest and best equipped on the road and is under the personal direction of Robert Fulton, which is proof enough that it is several degrees beyond the ordinary. Mile, Dika, the charming Parisian, plays the leading part in the opening and closing burlesques, and is ably assisted by Carrie Fulton, the wisome soubrette. In an oilio of exceptional merit are Paulo and Dika, Mackie and Walker, Harvey and Moore, Montague and West, Chris Lane and the "Wang-doodle" Comedy Four. Logansport, Ind., Aug. 29, 01. Editor Freeman—"Yours to hand and finds us doing fine business; we look for The Freeman each week with interest. We are thinking of changing our title to "W. O N.O. A.C." (we owe no one a cent). We run the year round, our show never closes; we have never missed a salary day. Our cars are the finest in show business; our wardrobe surpasses any show's; sleeping and eating accommodations the best, but we have to change people every day. People with us must be sober and conduct themselves in proper manner; when they do this notning is too good for them. Whoever Tom The Tattler is, he is a smart man; if colored performers will heed his sayings they can't loose. Yours Resp'y, HUGH HARRISON, Manager Harrison Bros' Minstrels New York City, N. Y., Aug. 30, '01. Editor Freeman:—"I have been reading The Freeman for the last three years, and haven't missed a week, and I find it to be the best colored paper I've ever read, regardless. I have recommended it to all my friends throughout the East, and may The Freeman forever prosper. Respectfully, Mr. Brown is a vocalist, comedian, and general performer, and author of song hits. Among some of his best songs are: "You ain't one, two, three," "You've done cooked your goose with me," "I'm done dealing in coal" and "Show your invitation, (or you can't get in.)" They are all clever, and we predict a large demand for the one last named, a professional copy of which we are in receipt of. And while The Freeman wishes him the same prosperity that he wishes us, we extend to him "thanks" in the bargain. H. LaShe writes from Howard McCarver's "Coontown 400" Co.—The company has been under the management of Mr. McCarver 5 weeks. He has been very successful and has the show booked solid for 42 weeks, and the ghost is sure every week. We are touring the West and will start East early in October; the show numbers 30 people. On Sept. 2 Kid Alston joined at Pinto, Utah; he made a big jump, from Portland, Ore. Miss Clara Taylor, of Colorado Springs, joined the show at Denver, Col., and is becoming quite a favorite. Harry Hull made a flying trip to Salt Lake to visit friends, and after a week's absence, returned to the company. The olio is very strong, consisting of 7 acts: Kid Alston, challenge buck dancer, LaShe, slack wire artist, Miss Lillian Garay, sonbrette, McCarver, Reed and McCarver, Hilliard Brewer, contortionist, Scotte and DeLeo, high-class musical artists, Miss Clara Taylor, Coontown sonbrette. Mr. McCarver has rewritten the show in two acts. Madam Van Patti, prima donna, is singing with great success. George Franklin closed at Nephi, Utah. We all send regards to friends. Notes from "A Rabbit's Foot" Co. People are getting in every day for the rehearsals of this great coon comedy, and everything is in readiness to put forth one of the best colored shows in America. Mr. Chappelle has engaged Col. Chas A. Duprez as manager and J. V. McStea as advance, with two assistants. John Gaddis, the noted scenic artist of New York, has put the finishing touches to the scenery and says that it is his masterpiece. The Eaves Costume Co. of New York has finished the costumes and they are magnificent. Letters are pouring in every day from managers wanting to book this attraction, and Mr. Chappelle may have to extend his season. A letter from Thomas Searles, manager of opera house at Vicksburg, Mississippi that a committee of citizens called and requested him to book "A Rabbit's Foot," but as he is a live manager, and knows a good thing when he sees it, he had already done so. Our agent, Mr. McStea, has time offered over the Crawford circuit, which we cannot fill. Watch our roster in The Freeman, Clipper and Dramatic Mirror, it will make you open your eyes. Notes from Mahara's minstrels. —We opened Friday night, Aug. 15, to a packed house, repeating the bill and business Saturday night. Miss Helen Ogden, LeRoy Bland, Billy Young and George Hampton were the hits of the show. Ernest Fleming, Jerry Barnes and all the others were much in favor. Rosa Payne sends regards to Jessie Thomas, of Jacksonville, Fla., Miss Helen Ogden, Billy Young and LeRoy Bland, while visiting in Tomahawk, Wis., on the 3 inst., went fishing and with such good results that the entire company has been having a rare treat on their private car. Miss Ogden catching the largest fish, a fine bass, weighing almost 8 pounds. Harry St. Clair, at Clintonville, caught a fine pike, weighing 24 pounds. The boys are all having the best sport of their lives. Wm. Malone, leader of our band and orchestra, has once more dropped into harness, and is making the noon-day parades daily with a band of 12 mouth pieces that are first-class and handling the best grade of music. He says that he always has room for first-class musicians that are willing to work for the reputation of the band and interest of the show. We met the Lowery circus band at Wausau and had a few moments hand-shaking and renewing old acquaintances before our departure. Kindest regards to friends with 'Queen of Hayti' Co. LONDON, Eng.—A few lines to inform you of the doings of the Afro-American performers in England. S. S. Weeks, the mandolin soloist, just left for Moscow, Russia, with a company of four people for a three months' engagement. Los Aros, the Indian singer, is also playing an engagement there. The Pueblo Bros. are at the Corydon Music Hall this week. Miss Willie Farrell arrived from America last week and proceeded to Hanley where she opened Aug. 19. Billy Farrell is at the Granville Music Hall next week. Belle Davis is playing the Tivoli and Metropolitan (2 halls) and making a big hit. Billy English is at Blackpool, where he has been engaged for the summer. Eph Thompson and his wonderfully trained elephants are topping the bill again at the Palace. Miss Amy Height, an English born colored lady, is scoring a big hit at the Tivoli. She has a big reputation in this country, and is certainly a clever woman. Chas. Carey, formerly Broom & Carey, has been quite ill but is coming around alright again. He has retired from the stage since Broom died and now runs a large billiard saloon. We are still doing intensely over here playing 3 halls nightly, and booked up solid (in London) until Nov. 11, after which we may return to America, but as yet we are undecided, as we are going so well.—GOGGIN and DAVIS. ```markdown ``` Notes from P. G. Lowery's Band and Vaudeville Company. — The company spent a pleasant week while playing Chicago, meeting friends. We had many professional callers, among whom was Frank Mallory and wife, George Bailey, Billy Miller, Deas and Mathews, F. M. Warner, also a few of our noted band masters, Henderson, Smith, N. Clark, Smith and Prof. Arment, and they spoke very highly of the musical part of the entertainment. The three James, Hall, Brown, Morton, presented P. G. Lowery with a nice collection of the latest music. Miss Ida Larkens closed in Chicago. Mr. and Mrs. Bruce joined the show at Milwaukee, Wls., as a new addition to the vaudeville company. Billy Brady is making a success singing "I'm Going to Live Anyhow Until I Die." P. G. Lowery was very busy in Chicago. I wonder why? Mr. Rogers is on the sick list. Paul Dresser of Howley, Haveland and Dresser, called out to see the company, and was well pleased. He sent out some of his lots of music to the company. Henderson Smith gave a banquet to the company and we had an enjoyable time. Our next large time will be in Kansas City Sept. 23. Capt. Archie added several new waiters; the names of all the colored employees will be in next issue. Chas. Stewart certainly fond of Chicago. The Stewart brothers, Chas, and Johnnie, visited their cousin in Chicago. We have a bronco society; president, Chas. Foster; committee on arrangements, Henry Rawles, James Brown and James Hall. The contest between J. J. Smith and G. P. Hanbright, members of the bronco society, was a tie. Sam Elliott wishes any one to address him for further particulars. NOTICE Messra. John Morris and Sylvester Overton would be pleased to have the names and addresses of persons who would be interested in the formation of a dramatic club. Address Mr. John Morris, 344 Indiana Ave., Indianapolis, Ind. Visiting. Chicago, Ill., Special—Miss Lew Jones, little Pearl Gray, the adopted daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Marsh Craig of Greenville, Miss., arrived Sept. 1, the guest of Mrs. Craig. "A Coon with the Raglan Craze." See ad. on this page. Becomes an Instantaneous Rage when first heard. "A Coon With the Raglan Craze" By SHERMAN BOONE. : : Arr. By GEO.J. DAWSON. 50c. SONG AND CHORUS. Send 40c in Stamps for a copy. Characteristic Ragtime, yet Inspiring. One of Boone's Master Productions. 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AT LIBERTY BELL AND M'CLAIN Song Writer, Black Dictionary Heavy Comedy, Old Man Impersonator. We do not COMEDY SKETCH ARTISTS Sober and reliable From 10 to 18 minutes of uproarous laughter. Something New. A Bright, Brilliant, Bristling Talking and Singing Sketch. Original Parodies. Address BELL and McOLAIN, in care of THE FREEMAN. WANTED--Colored Performers For the GREAT BROWN MISTRELLS, Trombone and Baritone, each must double first or second violin. Tuba must double bass violin, trombone B. and O., clarinet B. an O., trap drummer, first-class song and dance comedian to double bass-drum, contortionist or good accordebt, preference given to one who doubles drum-major, first-class quartet to O., double hals two good comedians who sing and do specialities, hustling advance agent, must be sober and reliable: people must be able to report advance agent by October 8. No fares advanced to people I don't know. Two female cake walkers must be good lookers and swell dressers. Send photo in first letter. Write quick and state lowest salary. ELI BROWN, JR., Manager, Brookhaven, Miss. COLORED Performers Wanted Male and Footal for "A Rabbit's Foot" Comedy Co., Just a few more Performers to double brass, and a few more Ladies that can sing and dance to complete my company. Can use orchestra leader who doubles alto. Good double bass and tuba player write. Tickets furnished to the right parties. Booked solid for 41 weeks, carrying special scenery for every act. Special car and everything up-to-date. Write quick PAT CHAPPELLE, Tampa, Fla. Fenafula Items AT LIBERTY GENUINE UTAH DIAMONDS are guaranteed to retain their brilliancy forever. The mountings are heavy rolled plate and are made of one continuous pie. The plate is shellled gold and will last 100 years. These rings are warranted not to tarnish the finger and are greatly superior to any similar goods ever placed on the market. Studs and Pins, $1.00 each. Earrings, screws or drops $8 per pair. MAIL ORDERS. In ordering give full directions and state whether small, medium or large stone is desired. Finger measurement of rings may be given by using a piece of string. Address orders plainly. UTAH DIAMOND CO., Box 245 Providence, Rhode Island. Song Writer, Black Dictionary Heavy Comedy, Old Man Impersonator. We do not double COMEDY SKETCH ARTISTS Sober and reliable From 10 to 18 minutes of upoareous laughter, Something New. A Bright, Brilliant, Bristling Talking and Singing Sketch. Original Parodies. Address BELL and McCLAIN, in care of THE FREEMAN. WANTED--Colored Performers For the GREAT BROWN MINSTRELS, Trombone and Bartone, each must double first or second violin. Trombone must double bass violin, trombone B. and O, clarinet B. and aap drummer, first-class song and dance comedian to double drum, comedian or good comedian, preference given to one who double drum, first-class quartet, to double balads to good comedians who dance and do specialties, hustling advance agent, must be sober and reliable; people must be able to report for rehearsal by October 8. No fares advanced to people I don't know. Two female cake walkers, must be good lookers and swell dressers. Send haven in first letter. Write quick and state lowest salary. ELI BROWN, JR., Manager, Brookhaven, Miss. COLORED Performers Wanted Male and Female for "A Rabbit's Foot" Comedy Co., Just a few more Performers to double brass, and a few more Ladies that can sing and dance to complete my company. Can use orchestra leader who doubles alto. Good double bass and tuba player write. Tickets furnished to the right parties. Booked solid for 41 weeks, carrying special solemnity for every act. Special car and everything up-to-date. Write quick PAT CHAPPELLE, Tampa, Fla. Eufaula Items Eufaula, Ala., Special.-The Women's Federation is in session this week at St. Luke A. M. E. church. Mrs. D. Dr. Smith, of Americus, Ga., is in the city, the guest of Mrs. Flora Fisher. Linn Love left Tuesday to attend school at Normal, Ala. Mrs. J. R. Engram, of Birmingham, was the guest of Mrs. D. S. Johnson last week. John Scott left Sept. 3 for Shrevesport, La., to accept a position with C. H. Mange & Co. cotton shippers. Mrs. Dr. Weaver is the guest of Mrs. Jane Wynn. J. E. Nelms has moved into his new come on the bluff. Mrs. Amanda Mitchell, of Montgomery, Ala., is in the city. Prof. Breeding of Montgomery, Ala., was in the city last week. Jas. M. Chiholm of this city received a telegram announcing the death of his mother-in-law, Mrs. McNeal at Tuskegee, Ala.; he returned Tuesday. Mrs. Sarah Alexander, who has been quite sick for two months, is better. Prof. E. N. Johnson, principal of Snow Hill Institute, spent several days here last week. Mrs. J. D. Brown spent two days in Macon, Ga., last week; she reports a pleasant trip. Prince Williams, Jr., left last week for Normal, Miss E. M. V. Vandross, of this city, has accepted the agency for The Freeman, copies can be had every Saturday, 5 cents a copy. Miss S. C. V. Foster, of Montgomery, Ala., was the guest of E. V. Vandross, Ad. Scott, one of The Freeman's readers, was sick two days last week. John Hodges reports a fine trip to Tuskegee last week. Address The Freeman, Indianapolis, Ind. AMATEURS New Large Book sent for 10c in the show box and with particulars to start in the show box. Includes 10c of aces, together with illustrated book of 8 new aces, John G. Scheidler, Cleveland, O. WASHINGTON, Sept. 9.—A suggestion was thrown out in the executive department to day that it would be proper for the American people to do something for the Negro, Parker, whose prompt action possibly saved the president's life. The would be assassin himself complained that it was the the stunning blow delivered upon him by Parker that prevented him from firing another shot. Inquiries are being made for Parker's full name and history. 1 6.157 ge Xe OP Luts - Queen City Notes + Cinciniati, O., Special. — National Baptist introductory concert and song ecital at Zion Baptist church Tuesday evening, Sept. 10, under the auspices of the special committee for the care and entertainment of delegates to the Nation- al Baptist Convention. Mrs. Azalia Hackley, the peerless queen of song from the Denver College of Music, sup- ported by the best local talent, several prominent convention delegates, eloca- tionists, vocalists and instrumental music, A novel feature of the program is the introdnetion of the delegates of the National Baptist Convention as our guests, handreds of whom will be pres- ent. Don't fail to be present and hear the wonderful queen of song. Mis® Alice Grandison, of 824 Gennessee St., accompanied by Mrs.’ Carsell, of 720 Barr street, returned home last Sunday after a pleasant trip to Detroit, Mich, Pat-in-Bay and Canada, much delight ed with their trip. Attorneys Dalton -and Brown are still holding their own at No. 22 Temple court. Mr. Dalton is an aspirant for legislative honors this fall. Thomas Johnson, of 573 W. 6th street, and for 35 years e porter for the ©. H. & D. Co., who has been quite ill for the past three months, is convales- cent and hopes tobe at his post soon. Miss Jessie May Alexander, of 606 Mound street, is home again after a visit to Detroit, Mich., the guest of Miss Sarah Richards. Mrs. Wm. Al. ford, of 606 Mound street, after several weeks’ visit to relatives and friends at Lonisville, Ky., returned home last Sunday, highly pleased with her trip ‘Misses Magretta Perseley and Julia Courtney, of Lexington, are the guests of their cousin, Mra. Georgia Lewis, of 827 Smith street. Mrs. L. Jefferson, of 624 Mound street, has charge of the Indies Waiting room at C. H. & D. depot. ‘Mrs. Mitchell, of Dayton, O., spent a few hours with Mrs. G. W. Viney, of 573. W. 6th street, last Sunday. Mrs Blias Anderson, of Barr street, after several weeks’ visit to friends in Ken tucky, returned last Saturday. Mrs. M. Goodall and daughters, of George- town, Ky., are the guests of Mrs. Sarah Johnson, 542 Carlisle ave. Mrs. Ellen Overton, the estimable mother of R. W. Gaines, of Covington, Ky., is con- valescent after several months’ illness Mesdames Knox, Daniels and Stone left last Monday for the fresh air farm where they expect to remain several weeks. The National Baptist Conven tion convened in this city Wednesday, 11 inst., at Zion Baptist church on 9th street between John and Central ave Any one desiring The Freeman will please address or call on H. B Brooks 1025 John street, North of Blizabeth street. Unshaw-Lankford Nuptials. Atlanta, Ga., Special.—One of the most notable marriages in the history of Atlanta took place Wednesday night, September 4, at the episcopal residence of Bishop H.M Turner, 80 Yonge street. ‘The contracting parties were Miss Char- lotte Josephine Upshaw, grand-daughter of Bishop Tarner, and Prof. J. A. Lank- ford, B 8,M.8,F8,E.A,M M, Superintendent of the Industrial De- partment at Shaw University of Raleigh, N.C. The rooms were brillia: tly illu- minated and adorned with ancestrial pictures. ‘There was a large company present, including distinguished minis: ters and others from distant places. Exactly at 8 o'clock, to the strains of Mendelsshon’s “Wedding March,” the bridal party advanced to the reception room in which the ceremony was p+r- formed in the following order: The best man, Dr. James Darden, and the bridesmaid, Miss Addie Lee, both of Atlanta. Then came Prof. Lanktord and Mrs, Turner, followed by the flower girl, Bertha King. Last came the bride leaning on the arm of her uncle, Dr John P. Turner, of Washington, D. C The ceremony was performed by Presi ent James M, Henderson, D D., o Morris Brown College, assisted by Bishop H. M Turner, the impressive ritual of the African Methodist Episco pal church being used ‘There were several valnable presents given to the bride, the most considerable being handsome silver tea set from her uncle Dr. J. P. Turner, and a very elaborate troussean from her grandfather, Bishoy H, M. Turner. The young couple lef ‘at 11:50 o'clock the same night for thei tuture home in Raleigh, N C. The bride was born in Atlanta. She gradu ated in 1898 at the Agricultaral an¢ Mechanical College at Normal, Ala. and afterwards took special course ir dressmaking and cooking in Booker T ‘Washington's famous Tuskegee Insti tute. Prof. Lankford is alsoa graduate of Tuskegee and is now professor of science and superintendent of the indus tial department of Shaw University. THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPE. 2), oa: Namen taepaatt emcee “I went to town de udder day, ‘And thought ['d look around, And see how Niggers git along: ‘And whatd'you think I found? “41 found er Nigger pleadin’ law; Theard him what he said; ‘He knowed exactly what to do; ‘And how dat Nigger pled! “He met them white chaps, pint by pint ‘He read from book to book; ‘An’ honey, just as sho's you're born, ‘Dat Niggers talkin’ took. “Teed er Nigger doctor, too; He had bis rubber tire; Had two match hosses. fat and slick, With eyes dat shined like fire, “He had er office, up-ter-date; ‘A skelefant, and tools; ‘An'as [looked around L said, Dat Niggers aint no fools. “I seed er Nigger keepin’ store: I hardly b'lieved my eyes; Acstore jist like de white folks store; It took me by surprise. “He stood behind his counter, sir, Perlite ashe coul be; An’ white folks come in thar to trade; ‘An’ dat’s what tickled me. “Lneber thought I'd eee such sights; Why man I had to stop. Den I remarked, ‘de bottom rail ‘Am gittin’ on de top.'”* —3.C. McAdams. ile Ween at New Orleans, La., Special. ~ The Bricklayers Union gavea banquet at the G. A.B. hall on Labor Day, Sept. 2 ‘The welcome address was made by the president, W. R. Franklin; short ad- dresses were made by Messrs. Cassmere, ‘MoPool and others The speech of the orening wasmade by Frank Hall. After ‘which the members and friends repaired to dinner. Music by Prof. D. E. Per- kins’ orchestra, O. M. Giovanni con- ‘ductor. ‘The young New Hope Benevo- lent Association held thelr anniversary celebration and installation at the above mentioned hall on the night of Sept 2. Many friends of the society participated in tho pleasures of the evening. The Perkins orchestra farnished music for the evening. Williams and Bell’s big minstrela, headed by J. J. Hilton, the “Louisiana Blossom,” gave their first ‘of @ series of entertainments, which they have booked for the season, Mr. Hilton, as a monologist, was roundly applauded. Gabe Holt and Geo. Burke were good features, The services at the Second Zion Travellers B.C. was an interesting one; A Mitchell read a paper on “The Fatare of the Negro Ruce.” It was an interesting one and ably delivered. On Monday, Ang. 26, the Grand Army of the republic gave their annual camp fire and reanion at the fair grounds, 1t was largely attend- ed day and night, during the day the following were programmed to make short speeches: Chas, W. Kleeting, Dept. commander, Gen A 8, Badger, Ed. Ross, division commander, 8 of V., Col. Josiah Gross, E S Stoddard, P. ©, Antoine, Key. M Young, Hon. W. L, Coen and others ‘The young as well as the old appreciated the affair to the highest. We hope these old veterans success. Every colored man shonld love his own race, and should help and know of his standing, and there is no better way of doing it than subscribing for ‘Tho Freeman; delivered in New Or- Jeans by @. 8 King, 18 Gen. Taylor ‘street, and A Rodgers, who will gladly farnish you with this paper T.ncal Wotes. Zanesville, O , Special —Mr. and Mrs. M. M. Simpson of Wilberforce Univer: sity are in the city. Rev.and Mrs Smith (Carter, of Washington Court House, who were the guest of Mr. and Mrs Jackson Carter, returned home on Fri Gay. Mr. and Mrs. Harry P. Guy of Detroit, Mich , are the guests of his par ents, Mr and Mrs Samuel Gay. Mrs Wade of Mt, Auburn is quite sick. Mre, Carry of Wilberforce is visiting he sister, Mrs. Charles Breece Mr. anc Mrs Caleb Fate gave a delightfal din ner in honor of Rev. and Mrs Smitt Carter. Messrs N. D. Gavender, J. E Guy and W. H Hunnfentt, delegates t the Grand Lodge, were suocessfal tc land the next session in Zanesville, O. Mrs, Josephine Lotts is the gnest ot her children in Pittsburg. Mise alethe Steel has returned from Dayton afte visiting her sister, Mrs. Chambers. Mie Lydia Jackson and her two nieces have retarned from New York, Mre. Jali | Brady is home from Kansas City. After [a plessant visit in Chicago Mrs Jobr Galloway is home. Miss Stella Parker lentertained friends trom Marietta om Sunday. Class No. 7 gave an enter |tainment August 29 Mrs, Bundy and daughter have returned to their hom |in Cleveland. Mies Dollfe Bolden, Mrs Martha Brady and Mrs. Andrew Oliver have returned from Dayton, 0. Mis Clara Harper spent Sunday in Colum bus, Miss Betty Caliman bas retumnei toher home at Coal Hull. The citizen committee and the K. of P Lodge No. 44 are perfecting their arrangements for the celebration of the emancipation Sept. 28. The K, of P. band and orches- tra of Columbus will be here. Quite s number of sir knights went to Cleve- land, O., to attend the grand conclave. Samuel Guy had his arm broken in two places at Owen’s pottery. Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Palmer are visiting in Nel- gonville, O. ee Anniston, Ala, Special—Mr. C. ©. Scott and Mr. Robert Ober, two prom- inent young men, gave a German on Wednesday night, Aug. 28, at Odd Fel- lows hall, W. 10th street, and it was a grand affair. Mr. R D Field, a reader of The Freeman, and also a slack-wire artist, has joined King & Bush’s min- strels at Birmingham, Ale. Mr. Field is a favorite with the girls and boys, and all regret his departure. Mr. E. C. Cooper, a representative of The Free- man, is having the chills; also his entire family are victims of thesame. Messrs. Phinny and Franklin have opened a first class undertakers establishment here, and are doing a fine business. Our pub- lie schools will open for the fall term on the 9th inst. with every seat full. The efficient principal, Prof, 8. E. Moses, one of the best educators in the State, succeeds himeelf again with Mra 8. E. Moses, Miss Zaddie Hadnott and Mre. Trazhier, all of whom are noted teach- ers, Mr. A. S. Bonner, formerly of An- niston, but recently from Mobile, will play a three weeks’ engagement at the Oxford Lake. Mr. Bonner is making a decided hit singing “If you don't show your invitation you can’t come in.” ‘eet Teil. Carrolton, Mo., Special.—The Baptist association convened Tuesday morning. ‘Miss Henrietta Haden, of Independence, Mo., is visiting her aunt. George White, is in St, Joseph. Mrs Jennie Hill who acoidently injured her eyes with gasoline; is improving. Sylvester ‘Woods stopped at Keytsville, Mo., Sun- day; he is playing ball with the Iowa boys. THE RACE CENSUS AT THE SOUTH ‘The United Census Figures Show that the Negro 1s not Dying Out, But 18 Increasing in Numbers During the last ten years the Negro population of the Black Belt of Alabama has increased much more rapidly than the white There are twelve contiguous counties in that State in each of which the whites constitute less than one third of the inhabitants. Their combined area is 9.367 square miles, or something more than that of Massachusetts and Rhode Island taken together. In 1390 these counties had an aggregate white population of 79,291. They have now 87,202. In the same period the Negroes Increased from 299,681 to 850,938, As against an absolute white increase of 7,911 is to be set a Negro gain of 51,257 Relatively, the difference between the respective rates of growth of the two races has not been so great, but it has for allthat been quite marked. There ‘are now less than 10 per cent. more white people in the region under consideration than there were in 1890, while there are upwards of 17 per cent. more Negroes. For at least twenty years the Negroes have been gaining on the whites. {n 1880, ont of every 1,000 inhabitants of these counties, 218 were white, now only 199. ‘Two decades ago the Negroes outnumbered the whites by 210,907—to-day by 263,736. Bordering on these overwhelmingly black counties are nine others in each of which there is a Negro majority, butin each of which the whites constitute more than one-third of the entire pop- ulation, In these nine counties, con- sidered as a whole, the Negroes have, daring the last ten years, increased more rapidly than the whites. In 1890 they had 119 675 Negroand 89,790 white inhabitants. They have now a black population of 186,415 anda white of 100,787. ‘There has been, therefore, in the decade an increase of 19,840 blacks ‘and of 10,997 whites. The respective rates of increase were 17.02 and 12 26 per cent. Twenty years ago, ont of every 1,000 of their residenta, 442 were white; now only 425 are In 1891 attention was called in these columns to the possibility that the conditions under which the census of 1890 was taken might have resulted in an imperfect count in the black belts of the South. The figures for 1900 now made public by the Census Office seem to show that, inthe Negro counties of Alabama at least, there was in 1890 an under-enumeration of the inhabitants. Between 1880 and 1890 the apparent in- crease in the population of these coun- ties was at the rate of less than 2 per cent., a8 against more than 15 per cent. for the decade from 1890 to 1900. Failure to enumerate in 1890 all the Negroes of Alabama is probably the reason why the rate of Negro increase for the last ten years appears to be greater than the white. Between 1880 and 1890 the census purports to show that the: white population increased at tne rate of 25 90 per cent., and between 1890 and 1900 at ‘the rate of 20.08 per cent. During the earlier decade the precentage of Negr increase is said to have been 13.05, and during the later 21.94. Had the relative rates of growth for the two races indicated by the census of 1890 been genuine, and had they continued for a few decades, the race problem would in Alabama have ceased to be serious. As it is, a comparison of the figures of the census for 1860 with those of 1900 shows that forty years of revolutionary changes have had no appreciable effect in disturbing the relative sumbers of the two races. Since 1860 the State has gone through @ terrible war. Slavery in it has been abolished. Its Negroes were enfran- chised, and subsequently have been, in fact if not inlaw, again disfranchised. Ina commanity which before the war was purely agricultural, manufacturing and mining industries have sprang up and have flourished. Yet in 1860, out of every 10,000 inhabitants of Alabama, 4540 were Negroes, and in 1900 4524 were still of the weaker race. The Constitutional Convention of the State now in session will have need ofthe wis- dom of its wisest. The revelations of the census emphasize the importance of the work which Mr. Booker T. Wash- ington and his associates are doing. ‘Tuskegee is in the midst of this Alabama Black Belt, in which, as we have seen, there are more than four Negroes to every white. Of the Caucasians one- fifth (a disproportionate large part) dwell in the cities and towns of which they constitute nearly half the inhabi- tants. Inthe purely rural regions the Negro’s numerical preponderance is already overwhelming and is steadily increasing. The territory included in these counties is among the most fertile of the South, 1¢ is capable ot eupport- ing a large population. That popula- tion for an indefinite time to come will be Negro. Will it also be prosperous, civilized, and moral? Tuskegee isatriv- ing to have the question answered in the affirmative. ‘The only other Southern State for which the race figures have been made public, is Arkansas. In that State dur- ing the last decade the Negroes have Increased more rapidly than the whites, as they have donein every census period but one for the last eighty years. Out of every 10,000 inhabitants, 2,797 were in 1900 Negroes. They are, however, in a majority in six counties only. In five| of these their preponderance is very great, and seems to be increasing. Inno one of the five do the whites constitute one fourth of the population, and in one they barely number one eighth of the whole.—Editorial in New York Nation. ESS aL Ve ep Bua Y aon Ly oy . Sa ye | Rev. P. E. Mills, A. M. D. D., pastor ofthe A.M. E. chareh, West Chester, ‘Pa., was married last week at Galveston, ‘Texas, to Miss Victoria Hanita Schwing, an amiable and highly cultivated young Indy. Dr. W. R. Beamer of St. Louis performed the ceremony. The A. M. E. church at Richmond, Ind., has liquedated all its encum- brances, under the pastorate of Rev. J. 8, Masterson, ‘The National Baptist Convention is in session at Cincinnati this week, a large ‘and representative gathering of Baptists are present from all parts of the coun- try. ‘The late Peter Williams, rector and founder of St. Phillip’s church, New ‘York City was one of the pioneersin the Negro church. Rev. William: organized St. Phillip’s church in 1818. Bishop G. W. Clinton of the A. M. E. Zion church is the youngest bishop in the world. The oldest church in the United States is said to be Evans Chapel, Fayetteville, N. C. The Synod of Atlanta, of the Presby- terian church meets next week at New: man, Ga, Rev. B. L. Glenn has charge of theSynod. ‘Miss Annie Armstrong of Baltimore, ‘Md., corresponding secretary of the Women’s Department of Southern Bap- tist convention, addressed the Baptist women of Nashville, Tenn., Sept. 2. Lost Relative. I would like to know of the where- abouts of my daughter who goes by the name of either Maggie Finley or Maggie Maloy. Sheleft Nashville Jane 25. She is 24 years old, very small built woman, dark brown skin, very short hair, about 4 fect 5 inches in height and weighs about 105 pounds, any information will be cheerfully received, Mrs. Hattie Maloy, 618 N, Summit St., Nashville, Tenn. EDUCATIONAL ANNOUNCEMENTS. SIRE Re ae ees WEST POINT, MISSISSIPPI. The only School in the State Exclusively for Colored Girls HEALTHFUL, PHYSICALLY AND SPIRITUALLY, Literature, Muste and the Domentic Arts taught by thoroughly cempeten sn ‘experienced Ladies, ‘The atmosphere of this achgol is distinctly Christian and the Bible ana Chit ‘Truth are carefully taught, . Dut thero is no attempt to interfore with church preferences. ‘The Methodist, Baptist. terian, Episcopal, Cohgregational and Catholic Churches are ropesenie eT Sacer Lets vet our pubs came from even diferent staton. Nort eat we abil haves cants than we have room for, Only those who come carly will bs sure et wpa Bone open Wednesday, Octoter 2a. at Por catalogue ahd further information, write to REV. H.N. PAYNE, President _—$$§_§$$$$$_ KNOXVILLE COLLEGE | Howard Quiversity Tho fall term of Knoxville College opens on E a September Sout 9004 mn task year sradests MEDICAL DEPARTMEN?, attended from 18 states and other countries Advantages aro wnexeclled. Olnssical. scien INCLUDING te, normal, "musical and Industria, courses offered. Expenses 0 ing, fuel furnished roum and tuition only $s tor'the| Medical, Dental and Pharmaceuric yeah, Roseearmation naar the, president, Colleres. ee neneeees| Thirty-fonrth session, 1901 a: 19% The Christianburg Industrial Institute | gin October Ist, 1901. ‘The course of study ig thoroughly English. Instruction fe given in Mathematics, Buglish, Science, Book-keepiug, Civil Government Po: Hiical conomy, Literature, Mechanical Draw. ing,Mental and Moral Philosophy and methods of teaching. Industrial department furnish Instruction in any of the following branches of Industry: "Agriculture. sewing tackemithing Whoolwrighting, carpent y,cooking and house: Hold economy Sd printing. "For farther 1u- formation address Chas. 1. Marshall, principal, E. A. Long, treasurer, Cambria, Va. MADAM M’'NAIRDEE Has Returned to the City. ‘The gifted Clairvoyant, the great female wonder, born with the double(caul) veil, she ‘is one of the old ancient Southern Clairvoy- ‘ants of New Orleans. 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But will love you better and marry you sooner if you will only heed this lady's consultation, “Read what several Jadies of your city say /*Yes, we believe her @ Godsend to our city; my husband and I hed been separated over a year and just think since Iealled on thisiady, he returned today, we are together and happy.” This young lady says: “The one loved refused to call or write me; Tealled on this lady and Weare now engaged.” You can’t atlord to miss consulting this gifted lady; she is gifted to read characters. She chal- lenges the world to excell her advice on: love, losses, business, family and a ree ae fen Wee * Baines ht BRE ; Ml : oe Sy aN: Paper hcl Mb Peter ae, cen N” foes be ao oT rt Se financial troubles, Re-unites the sepas * causes speedy marriage with the one of your choice, No cards allowed in her place of business; no one’s ill wishes filled; strictly ‘a Christian lady and depends entirely. on her heaventy gift. 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I bar nobody.” The story was related to me as fol- low: ‘The steamer which was to carry Sullivan, Jack Ashton, Jack Barnett, and others in his party to Australia lay atsnchor at the foot of Folsom street, Sou Franciseo, Sullivan, not in the est of humor because of “crooking his elbow” too often the previous night, ea! on @ low stool on the upper deck surrounded by Ashton, Barnett, Frank Jones of the Golden Gate club, and a few others. Jackson was on one of the lower decks seeing off some friends. Sullivan ison the upper deck, but in bad humor,’ Jackson was informed. Jnckson hesitated about meeting Salli yan, but when told there would be no trouble he, in company with Frank Joues, Jack Barnett and a friend, went to the upper deck to meet John L. Jackson pushed his way through the crowd of about @ dozen that surrounded ean ae ae: SB ‘i ic if one, ras EON, BUSINESS MEDIUM. MRS. MARTH, the world renowned and highly celebrated business and test MEDIUM, teva everything. No rmpoutton. un B Soumulted on all aitrs of Life, Busitioes, Love toi Shaetge a apes, ery myatory 2 fsntalno" of absent decenced ‘ad iia ‘onde. “Removes ail troablos and estrange tceats, challenges any Medium who oun exceed ter “her setartiing revelation of the past [eve ad er event in one's ie Keston rahe will tok for any prlee; Hatter yous yo tay rest nasured you will gaia facto withou Sensente. She oa bo consulted on all aifain of Life, Love, Oourtahip, Marriage, Friends Me. with description of future companion. Sis Ie Very ‘sectrate in deseribing aulesin irionde, onetaiee, ete.” Her advice upon sick teat change in’ Business, fourneyay tawauits Sctiesied wills: Givoree. and speculation a val Sillewnd Yellable, She reads your destiny ‘olor dy ane withholds nothing. Mis. MARI "tella your entite,Iifo—past, present and tuture“in & DEAD THANGE, ha [ispower of Any two mediame ou ever mst Iotfsts she tella your mother's fall nnme be {Gre tiariage, $e names of ll your family their ages and desoription, the name and busi: ‘bess of your future husband, the name of pe ‘next, if you are to bave one, the name of the out, tian who now ealls on! you, the amie oar fire Rusia, end the day, manth and ear of your marriage-how many children 7o% Lite orill have--whether you are matried tosie! whether your preseat sweetheart. will betrn6 to you and if be will marry you; if you Sn so sweetheart, abe will fell you whien You wilviave, and hie name, Duainess and. date Sionintince. ALE YOUR EUTURE will be ‘clin sn honest, clear, plain manner aud in s feat trauoes ‘Mothers should kuow the success of ther husbands and children, young ladies thea oe yetgthing boat heir ameet Sesrts cr theended. busbanda. Do. not Keep fonpaay, marry or go tmto businees until oe nor il donot i ally religious sorapee pre at yor consulting. “inact the only ope inthe world who can Ulljou the FULL NAMB of sour future haw Soll nith'ayo and date of ingeriage, tlle. you "hethtr the ne you love is true oF falee. There are ome persone ‘who. believe that ts Strath foe gained’ trom conmatit pile ‘ic, but such beliefs are contrary to the oh, “itis only from the tack of giserimine Mon that yon’m eoneluston, enn be reached a sot -corvone who piagards himself or her fess Stedtan thatenm stand a tent of whal ers cSiaime: “Aude person of aay engalr cl nay ani the neawon why, OF fe ai B) Via lone advinere G0 not ‘take the trouble (ci Nena! ature: hey Go nee, apend SF ss phtator atmomeme with acquiring the wou coGnology and Kindred brapenes thal a ‘ tendenoy to make the romney, te We rou! of the business clear and devoid o' JU s5 undentable feet that persons wil ® viigestn fall knowledge of Wha thes sot'C) mow, abd yet, ae.com ‘ae the goes! Medium they dry theleutmont, en fers spel trom euele minds what tse) isp hear Fe wil be rebonrsed by the Mec. "'y9 get the eegret ont of m person Bs {yeep oe." la'no few enees, da the ark used be San) vincigale Bfedturany but to take hole fe au! od gain control ofthe mind there ¥y.0 0 aude of posetbiiity to most of thers guru! Scan" te done, and By consuling is") “CTH Rhs secining mystery become: of Sct uaa recetvad mo tale attentior Yeowsot nen ad even college ‘professors 8 helanvaly hae. although, then wd In our midet with “oily tongues," pert ssiee of wisdom bave NOE Dede Hse (the entire profesetg soc 0) A steal deal OF abudy to. Become at secouy/lo'hd "Sfediume and by @ oontipgont 28 cog effort, the ey to the well of ap fcc), Selghhaiahle yabsies bare. ect poss SRS" MABE for the bepest 0 fumes: hy etter advice. $08, Hour WES 2 @epem All letters mast com NS tap for aaoweeR. iS. M. B. MARTE. 946 West sist, NE WYOBE CITY, THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. fe eee ee On ee a ee a ee in the fighting line that might come up, extended his right hand when intro- duced by Barnett. John arose from his stool, grasped Peter's hand, and said: ‘Tan lick any man in the world,’ ‘And Ij replied Jackson, ‘will fight any map in the world,’ and, stepping back into the crowd, walked away. “That, said my informant, ‘is a true and correct story of the meeting of Sallivan and Jackson. “The word ‘color’ was never mentioned by Sullivan, all reports to the contrary.’ “When Sullivan returned to America, and when cornered for a fight with Jackson, said: ‘White men, $10,000; colored, $20,000.” Jackson has joined the great majority and Sullivan is still with us. ‘Too old to fight, but ready to pull off his coat to pick a winner of a fight.” eee That the foregoing did actually take place verbatum adliberatum I have not the authority to dispnte, but one thing Breakaway remembers distinctly: When the people were clamoring for a battle between Sullivan and Jackson, the Golden Gate Athletic Club of San Fran- cisco offered to hang up a purse of $20- 000 for the battle,—according to news- ‘paper advices—and Jackson was willing. too, but Sullivan refused on account of Jackson’s color, which seemed to have been Sullivan's only resorting dodge But I have ever since believed that old John L. was afraid of Peter, and to verify that belief, Sullivan, immediate- ly after James J. Corbett defeated him among other things said: “Corbett is a wonderful fighter but he'd better not fight th’ nigger agin,” meaning Jackson Its very strange that Mr. Siler’s infor- mant waited until Jackson’s death be- fore he attempted to set the people right on this old score. eee A big crowd attended the races at Hartford, Comn., the other day mainly to see the big trotting race in which Boralma and Lord Derby were entered. It requized five heats to turn the trick, which was won by Lord Derby. eee At New Britain, Conn., recently what promised to be one of the fastest fights ever seen there was stopped in the thirteenth round, and # decision was given to Art Simms of Ohio on a foul, over “Kid” Thomas of Philadelphia. ‘The men fought at 133 pounds to go twenty rounds and for eight rounds things were even. In the ninth Simms ent loose and put it over his opponent badly. Thomas stood it until the twelfth and then began to hit low, which he continued in the thirteenth when the decision was made. Simms wanted to continue after the fight was forfeited to him, but his seconds would not allow it, one Prize fighting business is dull. eee The fight between Martin Duffy of Chicago and Tim Kearns of Boston at Toronto a few nights ago, which was to have gone twenty rounds, was stopped in the eleventh round by the police Both men had been hitting in clinches and the last few rounds had been very fast. The referee awarded the fight to Duffy. see Pittsburg leads the National league base ball clubs by a pretty good margin, Philadelphia second and Brooklyn s close third Grand Rapids leads the Western league by a small per cent. Chicago is stereotyped in first place in the American league it seecas, and will probably finish the season im the same position. see Two records were broken at Harlem race track, Chicago, on the 5th inst, one of them the world’s mark for a mile and seventy yards, ranuing, which dis- tance was covered by Jiminez in the third race in 1:42 8-5. In the fourth race Nellie Waddell covered four far- longs in the Sapling stakes in 471-5, beating the former track record of :47}. eee The yacht Columbia, cup defender Jast year, will again defend the cup this year against Lipton’s Shamrock UI in- stead of the new yacht Constitution. After a thorough investigation of the two American boats the Columbia is found speedier, hence the decision. sas The shooting of President McKinley will, in all likelihood, occasion a post- eR aay Oe ae es cr tere re BE NOT DECEIVED |. ’ TO THE COLORED PEOPLE OF AMERICA. i . King barge all Hair Tonics, 99 “OZONO. . z LE. 4 ase UL ENS : or mi Vom 6 St CO mae RAG VE Ree 6 N GaN, Ge ' We LoS Fo Wl |e WW é iN FORE. ‘ASTER. — ——sY_—so#BEFORE. as AFTER d \ ,_. Recognizing the fact that there are many SO-CALLED hair-growers and bai-straightoners now on the markes, and Knowing toa ceriainiy that man )\ of these are frauds pure and simple, we wish to make a straight-forward, \ lionest statement to ‘the colored race. through this great. paper. In the year 1871 our late secretary, Mrs, S. M. Moore, through # fortunate cireumstance, acquired the receipt for OZONO. It was not offered for sale \, or purchase to any extent until 1875, when it was put upon the market and p imer with marked success. Aer 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 N long and straight, soft and fine, and as béautifnl as an April morning. Now, whenever a genuine article appears upon the market there are always & number of people who imitate and make capital out of the merits of other N people’s goods. Seeing our marked success, numerous firms have entered the market, offering hair-growers and hair-straighteners, many of which are worthless, causing the hair to fall out and doing great damage to the hair |\ and scalp, and the colored people are buying these spurious compounds, {\ which are filled with animal fats, and do the hair moreharm than good, “To * these let us sound a warning—be careful what you use on your hair. Do not N be deceived by flaring advertisements and big words, Buy the King of all Hair Tonics, . OZONO. 468 which is sold with an iron-clad guarantee to do all that is claimed for if, or we will forfeit $50.00. Now, we ask you a plain question—would we abso- Ar lutely agree to forfeit $50.00 if you are dissatisfied with our preparations, AN it they were not true to all wa claim for them? We have advertised for several years under this guarantee, and we are glad to say that every one AN Who has used Ozono has been satislied in every respeet. AN coro ponple are to-day using our preparations, and every parchasor recommencis Gzono as the King of all Hair Tontes,” Ozono will positively Ay ‘ake the Kinks out of Knotty, Kinky, Harsh, Ourly, Refractory, Trouble- AN come Hair. It will make short, harsh hair long and’straight. It will cure your head of all itching, worrying sealp diseases. Itch, Eczema, Dandruff, Ai 2nd Scurf can not live alter Ozono has been applied. It will stop your hair AN from falling out. It will restore gray hair to its natural color, making the hair long and soft. A Now, right here, let us make astatement, Many firms are advertisin, GN remedies to straighten hair, but when they send the preparation they tell 72 louse hot irons. Friends, do not use hot irons; they. will burn up the Ay life of the hair, and cause it to C0 out. Ozono straightens without any MN 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. N The price of Ozono is 50c. a bottle—4 boxes do the work. We make this liberal offer, which is good at any time: Cut out this coupon and send A\ (0.08, enclosing with it the sum of One Dollar, and we will forward to you As four large boxes of Ozono and one large bottle of Electrical Skin Refiner,’ which makes black skin bright, rongh skin soft and pliant, and cures all A\ °kin diseases. «Also removes all facial imperfections, and actually removes MN small-pox pits. We will also include one fancy jar of our Electrical Skin Food—Nature’s great beautifier—removes wrinkles, moth ipatetiea, freckles, A\ 1nd all facial blemishes; makes the old look young and the young look AN younger. YoNAWe will algo include one package of our celebrated Scalp Soap, which is fy *bsolutely CHEMICALLY PURE, and no soap bata pure soap should ever i i al nc a a a a a races between the Columbia and the Shamrock II. If the president con- tinues to improve the big races may be pulled off shortly, if otherwise the races may be put off fora month or more. Bat, if my memory serves me well, men of high rank in our government seldom, if ever, survive a bullet wound, for an aseassin’s aim is usually true. As far as the races are concerned I don’t care if they never take place. Let's turn our attention to home and law first of all, then pastimes. It is evident that the United States is the cesspool for the dumping of the scum of. the earth, and with these low people comes that anarchistic spirit—a total disregard for law and order—exactly the same spirit that precipitates mob violence, “bungaloo” raids and misdemeanors in our country; the Negro being the victim nearly every time. If we wonld drive ont of this country this treacherous element and keep them ont we would have little, if any, need to weep as the country is doing at this writing, ifs foreigner comes to this country let him come clean, if otherwise, reject him; but to McKinley's assassin and accom- plices give them the law's extent. Mr ‘McKinley has proved himself a wonder. fal statesman with a matchless mind; the right man elected at the right time to save the country. Now let the col- ored people see that his bleeding and gapping wounds are fully avenged, and hope that in the course pursued the Negro will get protection in future as well as the noble white raler. Breaka- way isa strong McKinley admirer, and will take up arms in his defense any day, at the same time I am aware of the fact that I haye no protection, myself. eee ‘Whatever the results, if the president's life is eaved, it is due to a Negro’s alert- ness, for when the foul assassin had fired the second shot it was a colored man who knocked the anarchist dog down and wrenched the smoking re- volver from him. A second longer the assassin would have emptied his Down with anarchy, up with the Negro. THE FREEMAN IN CHICAGO Copies of The Freeman are on sale at the following places : 8, C. Montgomery, 5542 Lake avenne, G. B. Georgeson, 2106 State L, Greenberg, 62834 W. Lake. Mrs, Franksen, 1917 Archer avenue, W. H, Goetz, 411 36th L, A. Harris, 360 30th M. M. Martin, 267 North Clark J. E, Turner, 5615 Jefferson avenue E, H, Faulkner, 2038 State A. F. Tervalon, 2826 State . B, Hall, 281 29th ©. Bughes, 135 North Clark W. H. Monroe, 486 State J. E, Lewis, 1204 State Ed, Felix, 368 30th Street. G, W. MacMilten & Co., 77 E. Harrison, J. L. Love, 336 27th street. Harris and Dixon $36 E 30th street. C. C, McLain, 4902 State, Cole and Alley, 2811 State Miss M. Granger, 2940 Dearborn SOAP. ANTISEPTIC AND MEDICINAL, For WOMEN and MEN, Stops all INTERNAL and EXTERNAL itching caused by Piles, PIMPLE® and LEUCORRHEA ne tia wil make it a fail frond. Sent postpald for e. WILLARD CHEMICAL CO. 105 Essex Street, BOSTON. ee WANTED to sell Corsets, Tailor-Made Dress Skirts and Petticoats. Write for Catalogue: Consedine Manufacturing Co., P20 and 2212 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. {Mention this paper]. beused onthesealp. And, lastly, to prove ourliberality, we will put in a pint package of Anti-Odor, a positive cure for Sore Throat or Mouth, all forms of Womb Diseases, Chilblaina, Sore and Frosted Feet; also removes all smells and odors arising from the human body, such as feet, arm pits, ete. , ‘The actual value of this Grand Aggregation is $400, 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. 8, Government has granted us| thie trade-mark, and it is regiatered in the Patent Ofice at Washington 20 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 Rich mond, Va. We have thousands of testimonials we have not space to pub- lish. “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, ' MAGGIE B. PROCTOR, Here is another: Box 114, Fairfield, Texas. | Gentlemen,—Aiter using OZONO a short while only, I'am glad to say | that my hair is already straight and growing finely. MISS BESSIE POWERS, 889 Missour! street, Toledo,'0, | A last word. OZONO is absolutely guaranteed to straighten hair and , canse 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 | {O4ONO.” Send us $1,00 at once, and the goods will be sent the same day we receive your order, BOSTON CHEMICAL CO., ( $10 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. 4 | i Boston Chemical Co., 4 . a 810 East Broad Street, RICHMOND, VA. f t i ar m acdes “Saprae Tenclose you $1.00, for which please send at once ‘the following goods: i ! 4 Boxes of Ozono, worth $2.00. 1 Bottle Electrical Skin Refiner, worth 50c, 1 Bottle Electrical Skin Food, worth 50c. 1 Package 4 (1 pint) Anti-Odor, worth 50c. 1 Package Scalp Soap, worth 50c. | Total, $4.00. f Newey. ja560506s2-300-0cs yay soee cea OMRey NO te eae BRO. nec aecceeeeeseerevseecccesees rey OlMireseetsacccnaspaseaseee ieee: CGMS sa Sen antne st ceausstln oncesie oie DIMER eee teem ji 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 4 when you send your order.) i NON YOU MORE THAN GET YOUR .,., MONEYS wzex WORTH ee BUY Dobbins’ Electric cae CENTS A_ BAR--—JUST REDUCED FROM TEN hl CENTS—Hasn’t been less than ten cents for more than 35 years. 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Miss Eva Dawson is visiting in Cincinnati this week. Mr. Monte Givens has returned from Lake Wawasee. James McClerkins has taken permanent residence in the city. Lucas Willis has left for Frankfort, Ky., and the Lexington Fair. Rev. Thomas Bird and wife are attending the Lexington, Ky., Fair. Mrs. Nannie Brown of Jeffersonville is visiting relatives in the city. Miss Kate Boyer has returned from a six weeks' stay in Kentucky. Rev. M. S. Johnson of Jeffersonville is in the city visiting his wife. Mrs. Kate Claiborne attended the conference at Crawfordsville Master Chas. Collins left last Tuesday to enter college at Wilberforce, O. Mrs. Chas. W. Brown, of West 10th street, spent Sunday in Cincinnati. The Webb-Smith Co., has several large contracts in Shelbyville, Ind. Mrs. Lucinda Hayden has returned from a month's visit at Detroit, Mich. Mr. Leslie Phillips of the Columbia Club has accepted a position in Dayton, O. Mrs. Lucretia Knox has returned from a visit to her parents at Shelbyville, Ky. Messrs. H. B. Turner and J. A. Carter of Logansport were in the city last week. Mrs. Rachel Picket has gone for a two weeks visit to her former home at Xenia, O. Miss Jennie Roberts, and Mrs. Flora Hayes have returned from Lake Maxinkuckee. The Revs. F. P. Baker, of Mt. Vernon, and J. F. Siler, of Princeton, were in the city Monday. Mrs. Maggie Boone of Osage street has returned from a visit to relatives in Owensboro, Ky. JOHN G. FORT. CHARLES HAHN. Preprietor. Manager. The Fort Meat Market WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALERS IN Fresh & Salt Meats Chickens and Game ...IN SEASON.... 323 Indiana Avenue, Indianapolis, Indiana New 'Phone 3455. The Boys' Home.... HOEI FIDLER For men only 310 W. North Street, Indianapolis, Ind. New Phone 3812. PROF. RED CUMMINGS' at the Odd-Fellows' Hall, Indiana Avenue. All the late dances of the season taught. Come and enjoy yourself. Strict attention will be paid to private parties. Consultation at 525 N. California St. Admission 20c. THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. Miss Sidney Christian, adopted daughter of Bishop Grant, left Monday for Wilberforce. Bishop Grant left Tuesday morning for South Bend, where he will conduct annual conference. Mrs. William H. Tyler and daughters Ledeska and Mildred have returned from the Windy City. Walter Bennett of Danville, Ind., was in the city this week circulating among his numerous friends. Miss Lillian Hurley left last Thursday for a fortnight's visit to relatives and friends in Chicago, Ill. The Alpha Home board of directors met Thursday afternoon, at the Ninth Presbyterian church. Mr. and Mrs. John Allen of St. Charles, Ky, have moved to this city for permanent residence. Mr. Robert Larrie was the guest of the Olympian Athletic Association at Louisville, Ky, last week. Mrs. Hattie Jones who was injured in an accident recently is improving and will soon be able to be out. The Flanner Guild entertained the colored professional men of the city at dinner on last Wednesday. Miss Anna Scales, who has been the guest of Miss Laura Boyer has returned to her home in Covington, Ky. Benj. Dunn the popular tonsorial artist at Malone's Tonsorial Parlors, is visiting in Cleveland and Buffalo. Mrs. Wm. Cooper of Cumberland, Maryland, is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Cooper 1024 N. West street. Madam McNairdee has returned to the city from Chicago where she has been for several days on important business. Mrs. Jas. Jackson and Miss Susie Leonard left Sunday for Lexington, Ky., to visit friends and attend the Lexington Fair. Mrs. C. F. Sneed will return Sunday night from Louisville, Ky. She will be accompanied by Mrs. C. H. Parrish of that city. Comrade Chas. W. Brown, Assistant Department Commander G. A. R., is attending the reunion in Cleveland this week. Mrs. Landonia Williams and Miss Amanda Mayne returned this week from a visit to friends in Frankfort and Lexington, Ky. Miss Viriele Williams entertained today at her residence 1009 Mulberry street in honor of Miss Mary Williams of Louisville, Ky. Miss Agnes Hill has returned to her home at Terre Haute after a visit to Miss Jessie Hay, 928 Bismarck avenue, West Indianapolis. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis A. Clark of 1084 Fayette street, who have been visiting relatives in Oberlin and Cleveland, have returned to the city. Mr. and Mrs. Allen Simms will entertained in honor of their twelfth marriage anniversary Wednesday evening September 18. Prof. R. A. Roberts was in the city this week enroute to Bloomington, Ind.. to take charge of the colored schools of that city, which open next Monday. Rev. D. A. Graham of New Orleans, formerly pastor of Bethel A. M. E. church, will lecture at that church September 23, under the auspices of the Y. P. A. Mrs. Mable Woolfork and daughter, Grace, are visiting relatives in the city. Mrs. Woolfork is the oldest daughter of Rev. E. L. Gilliam, pastor of Simpson Chapell, and the wife of Rev. Woolfork of Rushville, Ind. Mrs. Alice Howell of Terre Haute, Ind., will visit this city next week in the interest of The National Anti-Mob Lynch Law Association, of which she is State Grant Deputy. The Association is incorporated under the laws of Ohio and its home office is in Springfield, O. While in the city Mrs. Howell will be the guest of Mr. J. Daniels, 513 West Sixteenth street. The Gun Club. The Indianapolis Colored Gun Club will hold business meetings every Tuesday nights at 220 Indiana Ave., at which time stock can be purchased. The members invite the attention of the business men of the city to this undertaking. A suitable location will be secured for grounds near the city. Shares $5.00 each. Trophy Whist Club. The Trophy Whist Club closed its third series last Tuesday evening at the residence of Mr. Harvey Kennedy, W. Eleventh street. Messrs. Kennedy and Merriman won the trophy for the series. The following officers were elected: Henry Moore, President; Augustus McFarland, Secretary; Harvey Kennedy, Treasurer. The Freeman in Aniston. E. C. Cooper is The Freeman's agent in Aniston, Ala. Address 1600 Pine street. THE SOLACEMENT OF DEATH Midst all the wrecks of this tempestuous life, Midst countless woes that burden every breath, Midst sore vexations and undying strife, Who would not court the sweet repose of death? Beyond the tomb life's tumults cease to rave Eternal peace succeeds each parting breath The fleetet sorrows tarry at the grave. No feud disrupts the commonwealth of death —E. H. Hall. Rev. H. A. Gibson pastor. The Lord's supper will be administered to-morrow at 3 o'clock. The Sacramental sermon will be preach by Rev. J. G. Jones, of the M. E. church. The pastors of the city and their congregations arerespectfully invited to join with us in the feast of love and union. The pastor will preach at 11 a. m., subject, "The Church of God," and at 8 p. m., subject, "The Loom of Life." NOTICE. Beginning with next week's issue we take pleasure in introducing a short serial sketch from the pen of Mr. John D. Howard the author of "Know Thy Self" which appeared in these columns recently. Mr. Howard has entered into a new field altogether foreign to his last book. He has chosen the South land as the scene of action for his sketch, showing his distinct versatility as a story writer. The tale deals with a beautiful young mulatto girl's heroic defense of her honor against the intrigues and cunning of a rich young Southern planter. The situations are dramatic and graphically drawn. Free from cheap sensationalism and dry descriptives the story is well told and intensely interesting; bequeathing to humanity an object lesson well worth the learning. Owing to the adaptability of the story for stage and parlor entertainments we desire to say that The Freeman has sole and exclusive rights, by way of Copyright, to all of Mr. Howard's productions appearing in this paper. Queen City Dots. Cincinnati, O., Special.—Miss Annie Young of Dayton, O, is visiting the National Baptist Convention which convened at Zion Baptist church in this city on last Wednesday, while here she will be the guest of Miss Emily Crouch of 1023 Mound street. Mrs. Jones of 1025 Mound street made a flying visit to Augusta, Ky., her former home to visit friends. Mr. Silas Welsh of Danville, Ky., passed through the city enroute to Colorado and was the guest of his mother Mrs. Malinda Welsh of 544 Laurel street. Mr. Seaton Alexander and wife of Broadway made a flying trip to Maysville, Ky., visiting relatives and friends last Sunday. If you really want the best and safes preparation for the hair and scalp buy a bottle of the Original Ozonized Ox Marrow, the first ever sold to straighten kinky or curly hair. It also ores dandruff, stops the hair from falling out or breaking off and makes the hair grow long. Warranted harmless. Only 50 cents a bottle. Sold by druggists or send us 50 cents for a bottle and we will ship it to you express paid, address Ozonized Ox Marrow Co., 76 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Illinois—Read what Miss Ellar Young of El Reno, Okla, Ter., writes us under date Aug. 5, 1901. "I have recommended your Ozonized Ox Marrow to several people. They say there is nothing like it for the hair. It makes the hair straight, soft and pliable. I wouldn't use any other. Send me three more bottles and oblige Clarkville Items. Clarkville, Miss., Special.—Prof. J. M. Emerson principal of the town school will begin teaching the 16th inst. It is very sad that some of the women of this town were seen working the streets like men on account of their crime. W. H. Montgomery baber on Main street is at work again. Mr. E. C. Collier the shoe-maker is contemplating of subscribing for The Freeman. Miss E. Collier the 13 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Collier is at home to stay after being at school in Omaha, Neb., 5 years it is strange to say that she can speak the German language like a top. Mrs. Leatha Wynn the Baptist chorister is always at her post duty. Resignation and Acceptance Prof. B. G. Allen, for 8 years Vice President and Professor of English and Pedagogy, in Lincoln Institute, Jefferson City, Mo., has resigned his position to accept the chair of English and Pedagogy in the State Industrial College in Savannah, Georgia. He was one of the ablest teachers in Missouri and will return in a year or two. Like a Great Railway With its branches running in every direction, are the arteries and veins that convey the blood to every part of the system. A cold, sudden chance and exposure, may cause poisoning, and then comes rheumatism. Beware! If you value your life remove the obstruction with Dr. Drummond's Lightning Remedy. Send $5 to Drummond Medicine Co., 20 West 10th Street, with bottles by express, enough for a month's treatment, with full special directions. Agents wanted. Muncie Items Munche, Ind., Special—Ben Stephens's has signed with the "New and Ancient NEW ORLEANS, Sept. 6. -Cotton firm, Sales, 950 bales. Ordinary, 8:5%; good ordinary, 8:13%; good middling, 8:3%; middling firm, 9:14%; Receipts, 1,188 bales; stock, 39,838 bales. NEW York, Sept. 6. -Spot cotton closed quiet at 1-16c advance; middling uplands, 8%; c middling gulf, 8%; c. Sales, 100 bales. New Orleans, Sept. 7. -Cotton steady, Sales, 950 bales. Ordinary, 8:5%; good ordinary, 8:13%; low middling, 7%; c middling, 8%; c good middling, 8:13%; middling fair, 9:11c nominal. Receipts, 1,242 bales; stock, 40,070 bales. New Orleans, Sept. 9. -Cotton easy, Sales, 3,140 bales. Ordinary, 8:5%; good ordinary, 8:13%; low middling, 7-9%; c middling, 8%; c middling good, 8%; c middling fair, 9c nominal. Receipts, 2,450 bales; stock, 40,770 bales. New York, Sept. 9. -Cotton -Spot closed dull; middling, 8%; c; c middling gulf, 8%; c. Sales, 2,028 bales. New Orleans, Sept. 10. -Cotton steady, Sales, 2,600 bales. Ordinary, 5:15%; c good ordinary, 8%; c low middling, 7-7.5%; middling, 8%; c nominal. Receipts, 1,555 bales; stock, 40,675 bales. New York, Sept. 10. -Spot cotton closed quiet and steady at 1-16c decline; middling uplands, 8%; c middling gulf, 8%; c. Sales, 992 bales. Memphis, Tenn., Aug. 31. --To-day marked the close of the Memphis cotton season. The gross receipts for the season were $27,922,644,995,433 bales, $589,945,943 bales, net receipts, $443,138 bales, against $493,180 last season. The value of net receipts is $27,922,644,995,433,048 929 last season. Stock on hand today 20,259,048,929 bales, net receipts to date, 46; same date last year, 48. **Condition of Cotton.** Washington, Sept. 3. --The monthly report of the statistician of the department of agriculture shows the average condition of cotton on Aug. 24 to have been 71.4, as compared with the preceding month; 68.2 on Sept. 1, 1900; 65.3 on Sept. 1, 1890, and a ten-year average of 74.9. Flanner & THE L FUNERAL 320 N: Illinois St., bet. N BEST SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT AT SURPRIS Cor. Indiana and Senate Aves. and Ven. Our line consists of Gents and Ladie Goods. Our Prices are Low, our Good We invite you to call and examine our st Men's all-wool suits..... $4 98 Men's black worsted suits..... satin SHOES Men's all leather shoes, guaranteed. $1.25. All goods guaranteed as represented. THE SUN Corner Indiana and Senate Tailor-man day at Wass TONE-HA s came too late for spring busi Here is the way they will be (Alteration at this price will be extra) (Alteration extra) it soon pay much more, English Cheviots, asted jacket, price to-day. IRT WAIS French Percale and Lawn Waists, some e nely embroidered and tuck trimmed, th MENT BAR OWS, TOWELS and Ladies' Tail To-day a ATABOUTO 50 Tailor-Made Suits came too plenty heavy weight for fall. Here is $10.00 and $12.00 Suits for (Alteration a $18.50 and $20.00 Suits for (A Specialis in new styles which you must soon pay mu front, new flare skirt, double breasted jacket, p SHIRT $1.50 and $2.00 Waists for (These are Madras, French Percale White India Linen Waists, handsomely embroidered your choice for BASEMENT SHEETS, PILLOWS, T Ladies' Tailor-made Suits To-day at Wasson's 50 Tailor-Made Suits came too late for spring business—all desirable colors, plenty heavy weight for fall. Here is the way they will be sold : Specialis in new styles which you must soon pay much more, English Cheviots in blue and gray, new dip front, new flare skirt, double breasted jacket, price to-day. $12.50 BASEMENT BARGAINS Bed Pillows, A. C. A. ticking, 3 pounds to each pillow, mixed feathers. .49 Blankets, gray mixed double blankets, fancy border, pair. .43 Teazle Down Blankets, 11-4 large size, fine and soft elegant borders, gray and tan. also white, pair. .98 Pillow Cases, assorted lot, 42x36 N. Y Mills, Dwight Anchor, Atlantic Pequot, etc. made of sheeting remnants, values up to 18c choice each. .10 Bleached Sheets, $2\frac{1}{2}x2\frac{1}{2}$, Wasson's Special, good weight, full size, each. .45 Atlantic Sheeting, 94 unbleached, best sheeting made, while these last, yard or piece, yard. .17 Towels, cotton honeycomb, fast edge, each. .24 Towels, bleached, bath, double finish, good weight, each. .5 Towels, 40x20, bleached huck, fancy red bor- Pillow Cases, 42x36, made of fine soft finished pillow casing, each..... --- George B, Wright, After Suffering Ten Years From Lost Manhood, and Being Given Up by the Best Physicians. Cured Himself. In Order to Help Others Who Are Suffering From Lost Manhood, Mr. Wright Is Sending Absolutely Free of All Cost to Any Man Who Writes for it, the Medical PRESCRIPTION WHICH CURED HIM Mr. Wright is so grateful for his cure, and feels that if he lives a thousand years he can not repay the good old doctor who gave him the prescription. In order to show his appreciation for the good that has been done him, and to save others who are afflicted as he was, keep away from quacks, who only take their money without results; and to help the modest man, who would rather suffer than tell his affliction to a physician. Mr. Wright has decided to send for a short time, to all who ask for it, absolutely free of all cost, the prescription which cured him. He is not a dealer in patent medicines, has nothing whatever to sell. His only desire is to help his fellow men. If any reader of The Freeman has the slightest symptoms of this trouble, or who has suffered and been treated by one or more quacks, without finding relief, he should not be cured in the privacy of his own home. All that is necessary is to drop a line to George B. 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THE SURPRISE STORE Corner Indians and Sonate Aves. and Vermont Street. .49 Bleached Sheets, $21 \times 2 \frac{1}{4}$, Wasson's Special, good weight, full size, each .45 .43 Atlantic Sheeting, 94 unbleached, best sheeting made, while these last, yard or piece, yard .17 .98 Towels, cotton honeycomb, fast edge, each .24 Towels, bleached, bath, double finish, good weight, each .5 .10 Towels, 40x20, bleached huck, fancy red border, heavy weight, a big bargain, (Basement), each .10 .8 THE MARKET The Supposition. Condition of Cotton. 245 Massachusetts Avenue New 'Phone 1747. Colored People's Delight Our wonderful Frozen Perfumes that you can carry in your pocket and it will perfume entire person. Special premium for getting up on ten feet cents for regular 18c package and full particulars. PARAMOUNT NOVELTY CO. Indianapolis, Ind. Dr.Joseph H. Ward OFFICE HOURS: 8 to 10 a.m., 1 to 3 p.m., 6 to 8 p.m. OFFICE AND RESIDENCE 4351 Indiana Ave., INDIANAPOLIS New 'Phone 1974-Old Phone 1-6490 MARRY! 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Ladies' tailor made suits, extra nice black and blue, very latest style jackets, suit..... $4.98 leader for our opening, we will offer any of our extra fine tailor made $15.00 suits, Saturday, for..... 9.98 Our $10.00 line will be offered, for saturday only at..... 6.98 We show a fine line of fall jackets at a very low prices. 50 dozen $1 shirts with suspenders to match, while they last..... 50c at PRISE STORE Aves. and Vermont Street.