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Are you a Subscriber for The Freeman? If not, why not? THE FREEMAN AND ETHIOPIA SHALL STRETCH FORTH HER HAND A NATIONAL ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER PUBLIC LIBRARY 1.02 VOLUME XV. NUMBER 2. IMPORTANT POINTS IMPORTANT POINTS GREAT EVENTS IN THE SUBUR- BAN DISTRICTS. THE WINDY CITY BY THE LAKES Budget of News Gathered by a Staff Representative--Society and Local Interests to the Readers of The Freeman. Chicago, Ill., Special to The Freeman Mrs. G. W. Perkins gave an entertainment at her home one evening last week. Many friends joined in the festivities of the event. It was a social gathering long to be remembered. Charles Woods has opened a new tonsorial parlor at 5540 Lake avenue. T. J. Hill has a full line of cigars, candies and tobacco. Samuel Gammons has just finished his new song, "Our Martyred President." It is now on sale. Mrs. Eugene Barnett and babies will spend the remainder of the winter in old Kentucky. The Hyde Park Literary society has just installed its newly elected officers, as follows: T. E. McClain, president; Mr. Reeves, vice-president; Miss Emma Snell, secretary; Mr. Perch, treasurer. The aim of the society is literary training. Come and join us. The waiters of the various hotels received many valuable presents during the holidays. Some appetites were made to smile as well as nookets. A large audience listened very attentively Sunday night to the sermon of Rev. Slater, subject, "The sale of ourselves into slavery." Three very prominent white men have subscribed $50 each to the building of the new church. The Hyde Park Chapel, together with some white friends, gave in provisions, clothing, toys and cash about $35 to Rev Slater and Mrs. Ida Boyd to be distributed among the colored people Christmas. Mrs. Lucy B. Brewer has returned from her visit to her home in this city. Mrs. S. Harper, of 1708 Dearborn street who has been quite ill for several weeks, is not much improved. Mrs. F. C. Long, a prominent member and worker of the Institutional church, has been ill for several weeks in her apartments at the Windermere. Mrs. Anna Underwood, of 3610 State street, who has been quite ill for nearly six weeks, is much better. Mrs. A. Anderson, who underwent a very painful operation in Provident hospital recently, is improving. The Colored Men's National Railroad Association will give a concert at Bethel church on Monday evening, Jan. 13th, for the benefit of the church. A very interesting program will be rendered. The Olivet Baptist church has raised about $7,000 since last June, A certain well-known philanthropist offered to give $15,000 if the members would raise $6,000 by Jan. 1, and as a result about $7,000 has been raised. It has been rumored that Mr. Rockafelter was the generous donor. It was also reported in one of the local papers that the Olivet would hold a jubilee this week celebrating the same, but Rev. J. F. Thomas, the pastor, denounces the rumor, and says that the only jubilee that will be held will be the regular prayer meeting. It matters not who the donor is one thing is sure the Olivet will soon be finished and turned over to the church members free of debt. NORTH SIDE NOTES. Mrs. Nancy Lee, Wieland street, is convalescent after two weeks illness. Mrs. J. Smith, of 235 Franklin street, gave a dinner party to friends last week. Among the fourteen invited guests were Mr. and Mrs. Burdett and Mrs. McAllister. "Pap" Zack Daniels, a cousin of Rev. I. N. Daniels, pastor of Wayman A. M. E. church, died on the South Side last week, and was buried from Bethel church. It will be remembered that Mr. Zack Daniels' wife became united with Wayman A. M. E. church through the Rev. Dr. D. W. Jones. Mr. and Mrs. George Young and son, of Mt Sellers, Ia., passed through the city last week, accompanied by Mrs. Storks, of Peoria, Ill. They were on their way to Lima, O., to visit friends and relatives. Mr. Young is one of the firm of the Big Four Auction store, at Mt Sellers. Judge Richard Tuthill delivered an ad. dress to a very appreciative audience at Quinn Chapel last Sunday, subject, "Our duty to wayward children." Prof. W. H. Council, of Alabama, delivered a very interesting address at Bethel church, on last Thursday evening. B. L. Sinclair, who is the general solicitor for the Morocco Coal company, has opened up a grocery store and milk dairy at 5001 Armour avenue, where he will be pleased to have all his friends to call to see him. The Freeman is also for sale every Saturday at Mr. Sinclair's place of business. Prof. Booker T. Washington delivered an address at the Second Presbyterian church last week, and was greeted with a large and appreciative audience. The nine months old child of Mrs. Clark, who resides at 126 Sigel street, is very sick. Mrs. Amanda Washington and her daughter, Lena Revell, of 49 Galt street, are both sick in bed. Rev. Dr. Wm. Gray, of Butler, Mich. preached at Hermon church last Sunday evening. The Sunday school was well attended. Robert Bell, the newly elected president of the North Side Sunday club, presided last Sunday, and the indications point toward a very successful administration. Rev. J. H. Green is very much improved and his friends are jubilant. Rev. J. H. Lawrence delivered a very interesting sermon last Sunday at his church in Lake Forest. Rev. J. F. Thomas, pastor of Olivet church, presented Rev. J. H. Green, who is sick, with a purse of twenty dollars as a token of sympathy from the members of the Olivet Baptist church. Mr. Dugett has been elected superintendent of the Herman Sunday-school, succeeding Mr. Burdett, who filled the position for about six years. HYDE PARK ITEMS. Miss Fannie Elkins, of 356 Fifty-sixth street, entertained at dinner Christmas Mrs. George Stoval, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Bush, Mr. Robert Raccliff and Win. Miller. J. W. Bush is one of the old Chicago boys who went West about two years where he met the woman of his choice. Mrs. Bush is said to be quite wealthy. Mr. and Mrs. Bush will return West in the near future. W. FOREST COZART, 253 Twenty-ninth street. General and Society News. SYRACUSE, N. Y., Special:—Rev. E. H. McDaniels, pastor of Bethany Baptist church, is slowly recovering from a serious injury. John Harper, of 25 Pearl street, is confined to his room with a sprained ankle. The parlor social given by the Woman's Aid society of St. Phillip's Episcopal church, was a success both socially and financially. Miss L. Estella Pell, of 620 E. Washington street, is visiting friends in Oswego. Miss Margarete Pell, of 620 E. Washington street, entertained many of her young friends at her home Monday evening. Miss Edith Sanford is visiting friends in Cleveland, O. Miss Mary Matthews, who has been visiting her sister, Mrs. Garret Logan, of 315 Pine street, left for her home in Brooklyn, N. Y., Saturday, in order to resume her duties in the public schools on Monday. The men of St. Phillip's church have recently organized a club which meets on the third Thursday evening in each month. The officers are, James Cromwell, president; N. Peterson Boyd, secretary; Lewis E. Liverman, treasurer. Mrs. Tallman will open a dancing school Monday evening, Jan. 13th, by giving a full dress reception at Freeman hall. Regular dancing class every other Monday evening. Memphis, Tenn., Dec. 31, 1901. Geo. L. Knox, Editor The Freeman. Dear Sir:—Enclosed you will find ($1.00) one dollar, to pay one years subscription to your paper, The Freeman, from the date designated on my label. This is my adven- tage of your special offer for Dec. 1901. Have been a reader of The Freeman for more than 13 years and can say that no Christmas number has passed over me. But justice demands that I place this Christmas number not only above preceding ones but beyond anything in journalism. The Freeman is a true reflector of Negro intelligence and ingenuity. Respectfully yours, MASON A. WHITFIELD, Railway Mail Clerk. 60 Massasas street. The Negro. No man has the right to attend a social function or to mix up socially with other people in any way until he has first received an invitation to do so. And if he does not receive an invitation he should stay away and keep his mouth shut. A. R. M. LYNCHING STATISTICS. There was an Increase in the Illegal Killings During the Past Year. The lynching statistics, as reported by the Chicago Tribune for the year 1901, shows an increase in the number lynched, as well as an increase in brutality. During the year 1901 135 people were lynched in the United States. The South rolls up a record of 121 lynchings. The North disgraced itself to the number of 14 lynchings. Out of the 135, the record shows that 107 colored people, 26 whites, 1 Indian and 1 Chinaman were lynched. In 1892 there were 235 lynchings; 200 in 1893, 190 in 1894, 107 in 1899, 115 in 1900 and 135 in 1901. The cause of lynchings in 1901 is as follows: Murder, 39; criminal assault (rape) 19; theft, 12; murderous assault, 9; attempt criminal assault, (rape), 8; cattle and horse stealing, 7; complicity in murder, 6; quarrel over profit sharing, 5; sarson, 4; suspected murder, 3; suspected criminal assault, 1; train wrecking, 1; alleged theft 1; keeping gambling house, 1; suspected killing cattle, 1; resisting arrest, 1; insulating a white boy to commit a crime, 1; race prejudice, 9; unknown reasons, 3; mistaken identity, 1. The above record refutes the charge that the lynching of the Negroes in the South is the result of that disbollical crime, rape. Out of 107 Negroes lynched in 1901, only 19 were charged with committing rape, and [Name] THE LATE DR. HENRY FITZBUTLER, Louisville, Ky. only 8 charged with attempting to commit rape. Granting that the 27 Negroes charged with rape and attempting rape are guilty, what excuse has the South to give for lynching 8 Negroes for every petty and some for no crime whatever? Is Christianity sleep in the Southland? Will the Southerners continue to nullify both the laws of God and man until the day of retribution forces them to respect the mandate of Him who guides the destiny of man, as it did when their slaves were set free? Is the much boasted civilization of the American whites retrograding? Can a man receive justice before the law in a country where its citizens revels in carnivals of crime? Can a government continue to be a government when its very foundation is gradually being undermined? These are a few of the most vital questions confronting the loyal American citizens. As for the criminals and the introducers of the lynching evil and the traducers of both God and man's law, remember there is a day of retribution. He that sows to the wind will reap the whirlwind. The day is near at hand when a white man will be lynched by a white man in the South for any and every pretense, just as the Negro is now being lynched. The steady increase in the number of white men lynched in the South indicates plainly which way the wind is blowing. The state of Mississippi leads in lynching with 16; Alabama and Louisiana 15 each; Georgia, 14; Tennessee, 12, and Texas, 11. THE WHIRL OF SOCIERY. The Party Given by the Impromptu Club was a Brilliant Affair. Curoi, III. Special—The party given by the Impromptu Club Monday day, Dec. 30, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Taylor was like all of its predecessors, a very brilliant affair. It was the great social event of the year with club members and their friends. No other event of the year can excell it. Those present were as follows: Mesdames Dr. Field, David Ross, Nellie Locke, Geo. W. Carr, Willie Locke Leftlet of Chicago; Susie Ridgeway, of Paducah; Misses, Marguerite Thomas, of Greenville, Miss; Hattie Jones, Mable L. Harding, of Nashville Hill, Mattie Straw, Amanda Penn, Ida Bedford, Elsie Jenkins, Jessie Jenkins, Daisy Holmes, Allie Dennis, Louise Myers, Carry Stewart; and Messrs, Alonzo Locke, George Carr, Oliver F. Hevette, W. Henry Harding, Wilson N. Ricks, Will Nesbitt, Theodore Taylor, Alexander Payne, Emmit Madison and Mr. Casey of Pinkstaff Ill. Music was furnished by Prof. Overly's band. Don't forget Charles Smith when you want anything in the grocery line. He is located at 1st and Walnut streets. Mr. J. T. Phelps has returned home after quite a stay with his cousin, William Phelps. The silver wedding at Mr. John Huberts' Jan. 3 was a grand affair. Mrs. Ellen Walker of 311 F. street is on the sick list. Miss O. Mintie Taylor has returned home to enter [Name] school after spending the holidays in various points South. All of the good people of Cairo were expecting that a certain porter who rus between here and St. Louis would be united in holy bands of matrimony but he has fooled them so far. Mrs. Jeannette Nickerson of 2015 Poplar street was called to the deathbed of her daughter Minnie, Dec. 28. Mrs. Willie Locke Leflet, of Chi cago is the guest of her brother of 521-12th street. For good brick work see Irwin Jones 414.12th street. Miss Lillie Dabney of Caledonia is in the city. Mr. Tom Hudson is visiting his sister Mrs. Carrie Fields and Mr. Rufus Tansil both of St. Louis. The reception at Mr. O. Lancasters 1807 Walnut street, Jan. 4, was a swell affair. Mrs. Nancy Terry of 323 4th street is on the sick list. If you want the Freeman see Ed Overby 1300 Commercial avenue. Music and Quiet Chats. MACON, Mo., Special :- Mrs. Frances Gooding entertained a few of her lady friends on last Friday evening. Music and quiet chats were the features of the evening. Those who enjoyed the hospitality of Mrs. Gooding were: Miss Alice Myers, of Kansas City, Kan.; Miss Lucinda Jones, of Nativesville, Mo., and Mrs. Sallie Gay. Mrs. Alonzo Burton entertained a few lady and gentleman friends on last Thursday evening. Games and music were the features of the evening. At a late hour refreshments were served. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. PRICE FIVE CENTS. SINGLE COPY--SIX MONTHS, 85c; ONE YEAR, $1.50 Phil Hubbard, Mrs. Johanna Hubbard, John Williams and son, Mr. and Mrs. John Patton, Mr. and Mrs. George Poindexter, Master Woodburn Coleman sends regards to his cousin, Frank Pleasant, who is with the "Honolulu Coon" company, and would like to hear from him. Erank Pleasant has joined the "Honolulu Coon" company. Charles Dorsey is on the sick list. Charles Boyd died on last Friday night at his home on Pink street, of pneumonia. Mrs. Cora Dysart spent the holidays with her brother, Bud Dysart. Mrs. Viola Jones is visiting in this city. 3D ANNUAL BANQUET GIVEN BY THE YOUNG M SOCIAL CLUB. SEVENTY GUESTS WERE PRESENTS Notes Van Wert, O., Special—New Year's Eve was observed by both, churches. The I. O., O. C., order of Calcutta held their annual feast. There were fifty-two present of which a number were visitors from Marion Ind., Toledo and Kenton. Mrs. J. J. Sanders W. Counselor of the Court, made the welcome address followed by many others. A dainty lunch was served and one and all had a good time long to be remembered. Mrs. L. H. Byrd of Toledo spent the holidays with her father and sisters. Mr. Haris of Indian, was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. John Sanders. C. S. Nelson has gone to Columbus to accept a position during the legislature. Mrs. O. Ramsy had a serious fall and is not able to be. Dan Monta gomery has gone to Sandusky—Miss Daiy has returned from St. Louis. Read The Freeman first and then some other paper. Mrs. Annie Robinson of Springfield has returned after a visit to her father. Canada the Ideal Country. MOOSE JAW, CAN., N. W. T., Jan. 4, '01. EDITORS THE FREEMAN: DEAR SIR;-- I am receiving a large number of letters in reply to my article, asking about this country. I looked over your Christmas number and I must say it is a fine piece of workmanship and a good paper. Of course we think this is the ideal spot and would not think of moving all the colored people from the United States, but think a large number should come North. We that are here are doing well. Hoping you will receive my little bit to help along, I am Yours Respectfully, JOHN W. BUSH. Condensed News Notes. DYERBURG, TENN, Special—Mr. Omer G. Thomas returned from Union City Tuesday, where she spent Christmas with friends and relatives. Dr. L. E. B. Rosser prescheduled his new year's sermon last Sunday to a large audience. Lee Jordan is on the sick list. The E. P. S. gave a social at the home of Mr. and Mrs. M. F. Southern. Mrs. Adder son left Sunday night for Jackson, Tenn., on account of the death of her mother. Prof. W. H. Fort lectured to his congregation Sunday night. Miss A. C. Oliver is confined to her bed. Miss Gahasa Lyte is having a success with her school. She has moved her school room to the Spence hall. Teachers' Meeting The Kentucky State Teachers' Association convened in Lexington December 25th to 27th inclusive, in the Circuit Court room. The president, Prof. Frank Williams, of Covington, presided, and while positive in his rulings, was courteous to all. The program was an able one and the discussions forcibly and ably sustained. The meeting was considered the most successful in the history of the association. The far famed hospitality of the "blue grass" metropolis was dispensed as usual, and among our visitors we heard the echo of Dunbar upon his visit to Louisville some years ago : Well, galegone, I'm just tickled, Being tickled saint no sin; I have been to the Association at Lexington, and I want to go again. The home of the association now is Lexington. The social side of the holiday meeting was carefully looked after by the Assembly club Dec. 26, at Ladies' hall, and by a visit to Fourth street school Dec. 27, presided over by Prof. C. W. Reynolds, to inspect the exhibition of school work from the various schools of the city. Indianapolis was represented by Prof. Charles Sneed. The teachers and citizens of Lexington gave a banquet in honor of their guests Dec. 27, at Ladies' hall. "ROMA." Freeman Stations Nashville, Tenn., Special. -The most popular of all Negro journals. The Freeman can be secured at: Ideal hotel, 417 N. Cherry street; Kelly's restaurant, Maxwell passage; Davis's shoe shop, 313 Ash street; Brown building of H. Cole; Palace of Surrets, 417 Cedar street; 22 Tennessee street, Master Goodman; B. Z. Eakin, general agent and reporter, 512 Cedar street, 'phone 334 Ring 4. 3D ANNUAL BANQUET GIVEN BY THE YOUNG MEN'S SOCIAL CLUB. SEVENTY GUESTS WERE PRESENT The Scene of the Festivities was Artistically Decorated with Carnations, Holly, Mistletoc, Ferns and Palms- A Memorable Event. Atlanta, Ga., Special.—The Third Annual New Year's Banquet given by the Young Men's Social Club at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Matthews, the New Year in was a very enjoyable affair participated in by about seventy five guests. The house was artistically decorated with carnations, holly and misle, toe and a profusion of ferns and palms. The entertainment was quite an enjoyable affair and no previous affair given by this club was enjoyed more by its guests. It was notable in every feature for the spirit of genuine New Year mirth and merriment that prevailed. The dancing began promptly at 9 o'clock and lasted until 12 when the music ceased and a most deliciou- supper was served in the dining room where the decorations were lovely. The dance was then Mamie Wiggins of Baltimore, Md.; Gertrude Hatsfield, Lula Stubbs, Evangie Doke, Marie Jackson, Lula Stripp, Annie and Mary Williams, Jessie Merrill, Georgia Harris, Carrie Hinton, Josephine Flipper, Eula Pratt. Annie Lou Pew, Ellen Pew, Ethel Nichols, Estella Watson, Lula Watson, Rogers, Belle, Pearl Cally, Bella Binkey Norowck, Henrietta Humphries, Pearl Kite, Susie Bell, Mae Sue Clark, Nora Strong, Josie Campbell, Nora Willis, Alice O. Keith and Lucy Brown; Messrs, Arthur Whister, of Birmingham, Ala, Charlie Cummings of LaGrange, Ga, Lewis Varnes, of Athens, Ga, Walter Holliday, Thomas Brown, Florence Stillwell, James Alexander, Jake Smith, Will Minor, Will Sauners, Claude May, Henry Martin, Arthur Howard, Walter Jackson, H. H. Jackson, Jack Simmons, Thomas Walker, Israel Spotwood, Robert Williams, Hilliard, Rivers Rufus Jenkins, Arthur McRae, Warren Nes, bitt, Lucius Perry, George Strong, Henry Morris, Cary Mobley and Phillip Moon. The officers of this club are S. M. Humphrey president; Edward W. Humphrey, vice; J. L. Keith, secretary; Dea Williams, treasurer; Jefferson Walker, financial secretary; Samuel C. Nichols, recording secretary. Thriving Tuskegee. Tuskegee, Ala., Special.-The Institute Bank continues to be well patronize by teachers and students. Since its establishment the students have saved their pennies in the most encouraging way. The "Saving habit" is being cultivated in a way it would not be without the bank. Principal Washington is in Boston and vicinity and has been for the past tour weeks. He is putting forth every effort to put the cause of the institution before those most able to help it. Electric are lights have recently been placed all about on our grounds. Heretofore the lights have been confined to the buildings alone. Mr. C. W. Pierce, a graduate of the Armour Institute of Technology, Chicago, has charge of this work and is developing the department splendidly. Jottings of the Alton Alton, Ill. Special.—The ladies of Queen Esther Sewing Circle held a very successful fair Xmas week realizing over $15 after expenses were paid. They made $29.07. The ladies deserve praise for their untiring efforts in making the fair the success it was. Mrs. Fannie Arnbuckle of Springfield, Ill., is here on a visit with relatives. She will remain until the middle of January. Miss Lizzie Armstead returned to Carlyle, Ill., to resume her studies after having spent a very pleasant Xmas week with relatives and friends. Miss Mattle Redmond of Litohfield ill, spent Saturd and Sunday with the Misses Armstead. She attended the Installation· Saturday evening. The Masons held their installation of officers Saturday evening Dec 28. Large delegation from neighboring towns were present. Good time reported by all. Mr Thomas Hall and Miss Lucy Lawrence had a very enjoyable time at Union, Mo., Xmas day. COLORED MEN'S RAILROAD ASSOCIATION. The Colored Men's Railroad Association, which was organized in this city some time ago, is gradually getting down to business and making itself felt all along the line from Boston to Frisco. This association was organized by the progressive sleeping car and train porters, but all colored railroad men are entitled to membership. The object of the association is to foster a more friendly relation among the clans, to elevate and advance the general moral standing of colored railroad men throughout the United States; also to erect headquarters and reading rooms in every city with railroad terminals on the order of the Railroad Young Men's Christian Association. The association is a benevolent order and not a labor organization, and will have nothing to do with strikes and other labor troubles. The founders of the organization realized the importance of such an association and believe MADAM M'NAIRDEE Has Returned to the City. The gift Clairvoyant, the great female wonder, born with the double (can) veil, she is one of the old ancient Southern Clairvoyants of New Orleans. She's a living Phrenologist and Physiologist. She tells plainly what you are best adapted for in by reading your brains and with. With grasp he can tell you he gives you a coil of snake to enable you to overcome all bad luck. She has made thousands of homes happy. Read the fifth chapter ix verse of St. Matt: "Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called the children of God." She reenlists the separated, makes peace where there is confusion. Your husband or wife will never be angry or your sweet-heart forsake you. But will love you better and marry you sooner if you will only heed this lady's consultation. Read what he has laid ladies of your city say, "I believe in a Godspeed my husband and I have separated over a year and just think I was called on this lady, he returned today, we are together and happy." This young lady says: "The one loved refused to call or write me; I called on this lady and we are now engaged." You can't afford to [Name] MADAME M'NAIREDEE. miss counseling this gifted lady; she is gifted to read characters. She challenges the world to excel her advice on love, losses business, family and financial troubles. Re-unites the separated 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 heavenly gift. If you are painful or alling, think you have been withered go to see her. She spent eight days unpleasant. Afraid to travel I through 34 states doing good wherever she went. Read St. John, 9th chap, 33d ver: "If this man is not of God he could do nothing." Three parlors so arranged that you meet no friends nor strangers: everything confidential. Owing to such crowds you may call night or day. Permanently located. Send money by postal order or Registered letter N.B.=Send look hair accompanied by one dollar ($1.00) and receive full life reading. Clip this. MADAM MUNAIDEE-MOORE has recently married and wishes all to address her as above at her old bed. She certainly is the wonder of some of the 20th Century. She has made a mine heart happy through the underriderful power, I for one, and made in the midst. My heart achked the cruel treatment of my husband and the way he would throw away his time and money until I consulted this wonderful lady I will soon be a year. Through her he has become a loving husband; and today he presents me with a lovely lot on which he will in the spring erect a home. Tongue can' praise her too highly. A LADY There is no doubt of this lady's prophetic power. She is a living phrenologist, palmist and a natural born clairvoyant to which thousands will testify. She is a God send to our country—born with a gift that no one can dictate. Tell you even more past and present, and put you on the track of success both financially and physically if you will only heed her instructions. I called on her when the one I love had gone I knew not where and he returned at once, and today I am his dear wife. A LADY of Fort Gibson, Ind. T. Madame. I feel it my duty to do this for you are all you need. I think my husband I have been separated 2 years. I called on you in September and in a week's time he returned and married me, and I can't praise you too much. Ladies that are heart broken by family troubles, love affairs and bad luck until it seem that life is a blank, call on me, do you do what you do and you will; she will tell you to trust God and she will. A LADY of Rossland, B. C. Dear Sisters and Brothers—Call on her when you can, she will be please to meet you and will when ever you wish to. She devotes her entire time for the welfare of the people believing God will reward her. She will make your very soul glad to hear her talk of heaven and she will search letters, tells you how to make home here. Please always enclose stamp for answer. Here she is as she looks today, bride to three weeks. MADAME MCNAIREE-MOORE 471% Indiana Avenue, permanently located. THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. that it will fill a long felt want. The association will hold annual conventions and in the near future the public will see a long train of Pullman sleeping cars filled with porters and other colored railroad men speeding along to the National Convention; on either side of the train will be seen a long canvas sign labeled "The National Colored Railroad Men's Association" Chicago is the headquarters of the association, and its national officers are as follows: J. F. Ross, president; T. M. Johnson, general manager; Grant Ray, secretary; John G. Jones, attorney general; W. B. Watson, treasurer; H. T. Pelkey, chairman board of trustees. The above association will give a grand musical and literary entertainment at Bethel A. M. E. church on Jan. 13th for the benefit of Bethel church. The program will be as follows: Opening address, Dr. L. W. Lewis. "Limited" quartette, composed of Messrs. S. G. Mason, W. Overton, A. Bush and L. Dotson, will give selections. Reading—Mrs. D. W. Dempsey. Vocal Solc—Mr. G. W. Henderson. Address—Hon. John G. Jones. Vocal Solc—Miss Pattie Dean Webb. Recitation—Mrs. H. T. Pelkey. Piano Solc—Miss Mamie Lewis. Cornet Solc—S. L. Hendrickson. Mr. H. T. Pelkey will be master of ceremonies. All friends of the association and church are invited to this big entertainment. Come early to avoid the rush. RAILROAD MEN'S NOTES. R. B. Duncan, a sleeping car porter who resides at 5201 Armour avenue, Chicago, was killed in a collision on the Northwestern near DeKalb, Ill., Sunday morning, Dec. 29th. W. T. Hickman, another porter residing at 3439 Dearborn street, was severely burned about the face. Messrs. Duncan and Hickman were in the same collision. George Duncan, of 5220 Lake avenue, who is chief cook on the car of the Traffic Manager of the Illinois Central, returned home last week. Messrs. H. Hansborough, A. L Jackson and A. Hudson, who are train porters on the B. & O. for a great many years, and have been running between Chicago and Pittsburg since 1893. Mr. Hansborough resides at 472 State street, and Mr. Jackson at 471 State street. W. Peacock, who has been cooking on a railroad which is being built through Mississippi, returned to this city to spend the Christmas. He has been absent since last May. Messrs. W. McCormic, H. Tony and F. R. Ransom are three well known train porters who are employed by the B. & O., and are running between Chicago and Wheeling, W. Va. The above gentlemen have been employed by this company for many years. Prof. J. W. Singleton, the well known banjoist and cake walker, is now running on the Monon between Chicago and Cincinnati. Burl Wilkins is now running between Chicago and Los Angeles, Cal. The National Colored Men's Railroad Association meets semi-monthly, the first and third Monday nights in each month, at the Institutional church. The officers are: J. F. Ross, president; J. W. Fowlks, vice-president; Grant Ray, secretary; F. O. Ogelsby, corresponding secretary; W. B. Watson, treasurer; John G. Jones, attorney; T. M. Johnson, manager; George Monroe, grand auditor; W. N. Tucker, grand chaplain; Dr. L. W. Lewis, medical examiner. The Board of Directors consists of H. T. Pelkey, chairman; I. E. Martin, secretary; R. L. Crawford, C. McCall, J. R. Carter, R. Gossin, J. H. Mingo, Dr. L. W. Lewis and S. D. Hendrickson It is reported that "Pap" Johnson, who holds the record for long service as a sleeping car porter, will soon be retired on a pension. Mr. Johnson has been running out of Chicago for nearly thirty years, during which time he has only lost a few days. If the miles he has traveled were put together they would girdle the earth 140 times. During the year 1901 the loss of life on the various railroads in the United States was 3,669; the number of injured. 3,265. The greatest railroad disaster of last year was the one that occurred on the Wabash on Nov. 27th, at which time 75 were killed and 78 injured. On the 30th of August 36 persons were killed on the Great Northern and 13 injured. The C. & A. comes 'bird, having had 21 killed July 10th. The greatest number of colored people were killed in the Santa Fe wreck Nov 20th Charles Buley, of 2300 Dearborn street, who has been running on the Illinois dining car in the South, is home on a few weeks vacation. Andrew Johnson, of 238 Michigan street, who has been running on the Milwaukee road to St Paul for five years, was given a vacation during the holidays. W. Hackley, who has been on the Lake Shore since the opening of the Pan-American Exposition, is on a vacation. Jones, La., January 2, 1902. Hon. Geo. L. Knox, Editor, Dear Sir—The Christmas number of The Freeman shows the masterly stride you are making towards ideal journalism. Such efforts as you are now making in bringing the master minds of the Negro race upon one "trestleboard" where the many may read the best thoughts of our Sages and Philosophers—such efforts will bear legitimate fruit and do the race a great good. May success attend your efforts, my brother. CHAS. H. WATKINS. CHICAGO NEWS CHICAGO NEWS Budget of Items From the Windy City of Interest to the Readers of The Freeman. Chicago, Ill., Special to the Freeman. The Royal Benefit League met last week and nominated officers for the ensuing year, the same were voted on last Tuesday, the 7th. The following are the nominees: C. W. Brown, W. D. Samuels for president; Mr. Samuels declined. For vice-president, A. W. Staten and J. Dusenberry, secretary; Geo. W. Cotton, corresponding secretary; L. W. Washington, treasurer; chaplain, M Mahoney; sergeant-at-arms, W. C Clayton; executive committee: W. D. Samuels, chairman; H. Smith and A. Reeves. The wedding of John Trust and Miss Pearl Renfroe at the residence of the bride's parents 135 47th street was the topic of the smart set. The coachmen's ball at Central Hall, Dec. 19, was a decided success. Prof. Armant's orchestra discoursed sweet strains of music to the delight of those who tripped the fantastic toe. The committee: J. Mean, E. Martin, B. Bailey and J. O. Williams deserves much credit for their complete arrangements. The many friends of George W. Sublet are pleased to note his recovery. Mr. Sublet was seriously injured in an elevator accident some weeks ago. Prof. W. H. Councill of Alabama, lectured this week, Thursday at Bethel A. M. E. Church. Prof. Councill is a very scholarly gentlemen and a great orator. W. O. Tyler of Bloomington, Ind., was circulating among friends in this city last week. Mr. Tyler won the state oratorical contest at Indianapolis last January and as a result was selected to represent the state of Indiana at the Interstate Oratorical Contest at DesMoines, Ia., winning second prize in that great contest. Mr. Tyler also lectured at Bethel church last Wednesday night and held his audience spell-bound. Miss L. Beasley, one of our enterprising young ladies has opened the Excelsiser Bakery & Catering Co., at No. 276 30th street and is doing a rushing business. Miss Beasley is a first-class pastry cook and we wish her much success. Miss Beasley is a member of Olivet Baptist church. Mrs. Washington, mother of L. W. Washington, lies dangerously ill at 3113 Dearborn street NORTH SIDE NOTES. Another concert and entertainment was given at 70 N. Clark street on Dec. 30, to raise money to pay the lawyer who so ably defended Mrs. L. Hudgens. The entertainment was given under the auspices of the Northside Sunday Club. N W. Miller of 16 Chestnut Place, who recently elected Noble Grand of Lincoln Lodge, G U. O of O. F., is one of the best known Northside citizens and holds a position of trust with the Illinois Central railroad. Mr. Miller is a charter member of Lincoln Lodge. The Hannibal Club held a reception and installed officers for the ensuing year at its palatial headquarters on New Year. The Hannibal Club is the Northside's finest, weals a great power on account of its political prestage. Both the national and local Republican committees recognize the above club and places the distribution of political patronage among the colored politicians on the Northside in the hands of the Hannibal Club. The newly elected and installed officers are: John T. Jones, president; S. L. Davis, vice-president; W. C. Bell, second vice-president; G. W. Clark, secretary; A. D. Dickerson, treasurer. The trustee board is made up as follows: Z. T. Sanders, G. W. Johnson, A. Tenny, Lee Harris and J. L. Vorhees. John T Jones, the new president, is one of the best known men on the northside and he reflects great credit upon those who have chosen him to represent them. Mr. Jones is also a Mason and the Northside politicians may rest assure that he will give them a square deal. D. M. Moore acted as master of ceremonies at the public installation of the officers at the Hannibal Club. During the critical illness of Rev. J. H. Green the doctor issued orders that no one be admitted to the sick's room, and charged Mrs. J. H. Lawrence to enforce the rule in every case. It seems that some of the members of the Rev. Green's church have took exception to the above order and are blaming Mrs. Lawrence for the same. Mrs. Lawrence desires that it be distinctly understood that she has simply carried out the doctor's order and in so doing she as well as the doctor believes that much has been done to aid Rev. Green's recovery. We can't see how any intelligent person could take exception at the above order. In well regulated hospitals the same rule is enforced and quite often the husband is not allowed to see the wife and, vici versa, Mrs. Lawrence is to be commended for the excellent care she has exercised in administering the wants of Rev. Green and especially the obeying the orders of Dr. Perry, who has handled the case with such skill. J.H.Davis of 378 Orleans street, made a flying trip to Elgin, Ill., recently. Every Northsider should resolve to subscribe for The Freeman DEAR SIR:—In your issue of November 23d, I see that Prof. W. S. Scarborough, of Wilberforce, O., says that "To teach that race lines are natural is to admit the inferiority of the Negro." Now, I can not see how anybody can reason it out that because some man holds what all geographers state is a fact, that the Negro and the Caucasian belong to two separate and distinct races, that it necessarily follows that the Negro is inferior to the Caucasian, any more than he can reason that because the Chinaman belongs to one race and the Indian belongs to another that the Chinaman is inferior to the Indian, or the Indian inferior to the Chinaman. As for race prejudice not being natural, I think if those colored men who claim this is true, can prove to themselves that it is not true by subjecting themselves to a little impartial inquiry and then telling the truth, the whole truth and nothing else but the truth. I think when they do they will be forced to admit that they have just as much prejudice for the Chinaman or the Indian as the white man has for them. Race prejudice, my dear sir, is nothing more nor less than a provision made by nature for the protection and preservation of the various races of man, and you will find it not only in the United States, but you will find it all over the globe, A, K, M. Editor Freeman, Dear Sir: Your paper went like "hot cakes." I only regret that I did not receive them Saturday instead of Sunday morning so as to have had more time to get them before the people. The Freeman's general make-up was superior, in my belief, to all former Christmas editions; the matter contained therein was rich and interesting. It demonstrates to the world the capability of the managers as journalists. The cuts are perfect, in fact this cartoon edition is unsurpassed by any paper. Hurrah for The Freeman. Long iveth thou. E. L. ROGERS. Springfield, Ill. THE FREEMAN IN CHICAGO. Copies of The Freeman are on sale at the following places: S. C. Montgomery, 5542 Lake avenue. B. G. Bosegson, 2106 State L. Greenberg, 623½ W. Lake. 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In case they do not prove satisfactory, which is not likely, the management may make a change, and Mr. T. H. Frames may then do something to further the interest of the culinary department of the new hostelry. For the present, however, Mr. Frames is comfortably situated at the Knutsford Hotel. Wm R Baker is proprietor of the Keystone Hotel, 45 William street, Buffalo, N. Y. The Keystone is headquarters for the Buffalo waiters. Mr Baker is a musician by trade, having been employed as pianist at the Pavilion, Duluth, Minn., a most popular summer resort, for a number of years, where he played music for such actors as Robert Mantell, Louis James, "Corinne" and others. Mr Baker was born in Columbus, Miss., twenty-seven years ago, and has his twin brother associated in business with him at Buffalo. Between the years 1890 and 1897 Mr Baker received such recognition as no member of the race has been granted during which time he opened and conducted Baker's Music Hall at Spokane, Wash. March, 1901, he opened the Keystone hotel, where he has succeeded beyond expectation. On Dec. 7th last Mr Baker commenced the publication of the "Iconoclast," a weekly paper that is a credit to the race. Mr Baker has very wisely engaged Mr John W A Shaw, a well-known politician, eminent scholar and journalist, as editor. Mr Shaw is also an ex waiter. The "Iconoclast" contains more news than the average Negro journal, and its editorial page is studded with rare gems that will be highly enjoyed as a great scholarly effort. Again we assert that the scholary editor is an ex-waiter. Col W O A Pledger, editor of the Atlanta (Ga.) Age, and one of Atlanta's most successful attorneys, is an ex-waiter, having been employed in the old H I Kimball house, where he accumulated money enough to educate himself. We are glad to report the recent election of Mr Pledger to the chairman ship of the Republican State Executive Committee. This is another evidence of the rapid progress of the colored waiter whose motto is "Lifting as we climb." F C Long, headwaiter at the Windermere, Chicago, enjoyed a very prosperous Christmas. Among other presents he was given a $20 gold head walking cane by the waiters of the Windermere. The colored bell boys at the Iroquois hotel, Buffalo, N. Y., have been succeeded by white boys. The Iroquois employs white waiters, and only employed colored bell boys during the Pan-American Exposition. E W Harper, headwaiter at the Mansion House, Brooklyn, N. Y., is doing great work for the Headwaiters' Association, of which he is vice-president. The white headwaiter at Green's Hotel, Philadelphia, has been succeeded by a colored headwaiter. Every colored waiter should read A W Staten's reply in the Xmas Freeman to an article which appeared in one of the Chicago dallies, attacking the colored waiter. Chas E W Buckner of the Tift House, Buffalo, N. Y., is State vice-president of the Headwaters' Association. Mr Buckner has been at the Tift a number of years; previously he was at the Beckel House, Dayton, O., for twelve years. It was under the leadership of Mr Buckner that the Buffalo headwatt THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER ers so royally entertained the visiting headwaiters during the Pan-American Exposition. Mr Buckner is also a K. of P. W. F. Glover, formerly headwaiter at the Oliver, South Bend, Ind., and the Burnet House, Cincinnati, O., has been engaged for the Hot Sulphur Spring Hotel near San Antonio, Tex. Both colored and white dining car waiters are now employed by the Lake Shore road between Chicago and Buffalo, N. Y. There is a certain class of colored waiters who prefer to have a white headwaiter over them and thus they kiss the hands that smite them. It is this class that is always crying: "Po' colored man always get the worse of it." The worst of it is too good for such weak-kneed ignorant men who by their submission admits that that they are of an inferior class. A Generous Gift. Hon. J. J. Miles, headwaiter at the Plankinton, Milwaukee, Wis., gave Prof. Booker T. Washington $100 as a Christmas present on Mr. Washington's recent visit to Milwaukee attending the teachers' convention. The hosteleries of this country are rapidly changing from American to the European plan, and the discussion is whether or not the colored waiters are competent for the European system. No doubt this matter is impressing the minds of both head and side waiters, and they will put forth every effort to prove their capabilities at every opportunity. This matter, I think, was clearly demonstrated during the Pan-American Exposition, for the colored waiters succeeded whites in several different departments operated by the Bailey Catering company. The last place opened to them was the Electric Tower restaurant, in which place they gave and maintained the best of service until closing day. The white waiters are absolutely more expensive to any hotel than colored, as they demand and get better wages, etc., and they naturally go in for the best of it in every respect. Along that line they excel the colored waiters, but the brother in white will never be the honest and obedient servant to his employer and guest as that of the colored waiter. Nor is the colored waiter as apt to take things, unless it is something to eat occasionally when he is not properly fed. The colored man to-day is the white man's best friend along most any branch of work, and will do anything that is beneficial or of advantage to the white man, and glad of the opportunity to do so. Any manager will do well to employ a competent colored head waiter. There are, of course, incompetent colored as well as white, but do not criticise us all, for that would be unjust. The right man can furnish a crew of waiters any time that will prove satisfactory. I would like the proprietors and managers to know just how hard and earnestly we are striving in every instance to gain their confidence. We have organized an association of head and second waiters, which enables us to co-operate together and discuss topics of practical value in connection with this organization. We also have an employment bureau for members and men, and persons recommended by this department will be capable of giving first class service, regardless of system. We are Americans by birth and are loyal to the stars and stripes, and naturally look to this country for the support of ourselves and families. We feel ourselves capable and think we should be given the same chance in the race of life as is accorded our white brother. We will meet the requirements on either plan, and we most respectfully request the proprietors and managers not to allow prejudice to narrow our opportunities, but to look at the matter squarely in the face and open your doors to us and we will prove our capabilities. W. E. TUCKER, Head Waiter Albion Hotel, Augusta, Ga. NEW YORK, Dec. 16, 1901. Special to The Freeman. (On board S S iroquis, Clyde Line, en route to Jacksonville, Fla.) There never was a more happy or congenial coterie of gentlemen ever left New York for the Sunny South than that which sailed on the above date, the occasion being the opening of the handsome and spacious dining hall of the Breakers at Palm Beach, the most popular and delightful winter resort in this country. It is also pleasing to note that Mr. John H. Riley, of Newark, N. J., the well-known and distinguished headwaiter, whose popularity needs no comment, will assume charge of this magnificent hostelry as its chief executive officer for the season. He will be ably supported by Mr. D. P. Slater, of New York, as second; Mr. Chas. Saunders, of Philadelphia, as third, and a corps of well trained men from Chicago, New York, Philadelphia and Washington, D. C. Mr. Riley has been chief officer at the United States Hotel, Saratoga, N. Y., for several seasons, which place he has filled with much credit. He will have charge again next summer. Among those on board the steamer which comprised Mr. Hiley's crew were the secretary, J. T. Knuckles, Capt. J. J. Harris, Capt W. E. Manning. Capt. Spencer Voss. W. F. Miller, H. D. Harris, Wm Montgomery, Chas Moore, F. Nichols, E. V. Davis, L White, Wm Bright, John Clark, Clifford Tyson, J. F. Knight, Wm. T. Nixon, Wm Collins, Sampson Ware, Robt Bowden, W. A. Mathias, B F. Payne, J W. Thompson, R B. Butler, E. Pettiford, W J. Patterson, W. Topp and J W. Shields On Tuesday evening, the 17th inst., Prof. J. W. Thompson, of New York, magnificently entertained the guests in the drawing room on board by giving a concert, which was up to-date and met the approval of all present, as some was heard to remark "they didn't care if the steamer never got there." Thursday evening, the 19th inst., by special request, Mr. Thompson repeated the entertainment, which far outstripped all previous efforts. The first on program was "Poor Old Slaves," by the quartette, was well rendered and highly applauded. Solos by J. W. Thompson, "On the River Nile," "Hello, Central" and the "Phrenologist Coon," was very commendable and received loud applause. Mr. W E. Manning, of Philadelphia, acquitted himself nibly in a solo, "The Old Turn Key," and was rapturiously applauded Mr. Charlie Myer rendered choice selections on the piano, and his buck dancing sketch was very creditable, which fairly set the boat to rocking. An accident that might have resulted seriously had it happened at night in mild ocean. As the steamer Iroquis was nearing the port in Jacksonville, Fla., on the St. John's river, Friday about 1:40 p. m., Dec. 20, was run into by the steamer Alconquin of Boston, Mass., and damaged it to the extent of nearly $1,500. The Alconquin's damages will also exceed alike amount. Strange to say The Freeman was the first to note the above accident. As no other representative of the press was on board proves that The Freeman is always on the alert. Riley's Special Train a Feature—A Law that Works Both Ways.—From Jacksonville, Fla., to the Breakers a special train was put on by the management exclusively for Mr. Riley and his crew. While it is a fact that the color line predominates in this section of the country to a high degree—"Colored people cannot ride in the same train with the white people"—several of the 'Florida Crackers,' as they are termed here, seeing this train curious and wanted to investigate; deliberately opened the door and walked in, but they were promptly asked to leave the car at once, which they reluctantly did. Then the crew sang that familiar song "Don't Butt In," which was very applore on said occasion. Shields and Knuckles were acting. THE CONSULAR OF LIGHT. A Beautiful Collection of Exquisite Illustrations of the Negro Race. In introducing this volume to the public I am inclined to believe that the contents fully substantiates the chief object of noble possibilities. And a careful observance and firm adherence to the guide of this instructor, will be the instrumentality of disclosing a merited success. 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Get the secret out of a person by "pumping," in no few cases, is the art used by many unprincipaled Medium to dispel the mind thereby, is a master of impossibility to most of them. And yet this can be done, and by cannulating MRS. RUTH this seeming mystery becomes less difficult. This subject has received no little attention by eminent men and even college professors. So it provides some useful advice to our midst with "oily tongues," perhaps, the gates of wisdom have not been closed to the entire profession. Of July to become an acclaimed Medium and by a continuous and untiring effort, the key to the well of apparently unfathomable mysteries have been procured by MS. M. B. MARTH. By letter. All letters must contain star-pa for answers. MRS. M. B. MARTH 446 West 31st NEW YORK OITY HOTEL de MOORE [Image of a man seated in a chair, wearing a bow tie and a suit with a bowtie. He has a mustache and a goatee. 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Doctor Henry Fitzbutler, Dean of the Louisville National Medical College, died Saturday, Dec. 28, 1901. He was born in Amherstburg, Ont., Canada, Dec. 22, 1837, of white and colored parents. His mother was an English woman and his father was a Negro. They were married. He was reared on a farm, and his early education was obtained in the common schools of Canada. He taught for a number of years, and in 1866 married Miss Sarah Helen McCurdy, of Amherstburg, Ont. After marrying he decided he would read medicine, and matriculated at Michigan University, from which place he graduated in March 1872. He came to Louisville in July of the same year, and decided to cast his lot with the people here and practice medicine. He attracted much attention at once, he being the first regular physician of the race to enter upon the practice of medicine in the State of Kentucky. He has been practicing regularly ever since he came to the city, and has done some fine surgical work. He cherished the hope of establishing a medical school where he could impart instruction to a needy class of young men in his section of the country, who were not expected in the institutions conducted by white men. He was eminently successful. Such men as Drs. Burney and Conrad were associated with him. Many eminent physicians throughout the country have graduated from the institution that Dr. Fitzbutler spent his life in creating and perpetuating. Memorial services were held in his honor by the citizens of Louisville. The following from the Evening Post will give an idea as to the esteem in which Dr. Fitzbutler was held: Dr. Fitzhunter was one of the foremost leaders of his race in this city in educational and newspaper work, and was the founder of the first School of Medicine for colored men, he himself being the first regular colored physician to practice medicine in Kentucky. For this reason a committee, consisting of Dr. C. L. Purce, Dr. F. G. Fowler and Dr. B. F. Porter, on behalf of the college, and Lawyer N. R. Harper, the Kev. S. B Jones and the Rev D. A. Gaddie, on behalf of the colored citizens, was appointed to arrange for a public memorial meeting, to be held at Quinn Cnapel, Ninth street, near Walnut, on next Monday night. The college building, on Green street, near First and the hospital, on Green, near Eleventh street, will be draped in mourning for thirty days, and the faculty and students will wear badges of mourning during that time. The following committee on resolutions was appointed to report at the memorial meeting: Drs B. F. Porter, N. S. Fuller, W. O. Vance, F. G. Fowler and Lawyer J. E. Black. The faculty and students will meet at the Auxiliary Hospital to-morrow morning at 9 o'clock and proceed in a body to the residence and accompany the remains to the church. The following persons have been chosen honorary pall-bearers: Dr F G Fowler, J E. Black, Dr C. L. Purce, Dr D A Gaddle, T S Baxter of Shelbyville, E. W. Marshall, Dr W. G. Vance, W S Polnard, Dr. Underwood of Frankfort. Just when we had all begun to believe that Parker was about to receive some measure of recognition for his heroic act at Buffalo, Senator Hanna comes out with a flat-footed denial of the statement that he was to have him appointed to a messengership in the Senate Parker is not the first—nor will he be the last—colored man to meet with unjust treatment after having rendered, or attempted to render, the country a great service—The Odd Fellows' Journal, Philadelphia. The Negro press has been beautifully taken in if the above is true. It is not likely that the Odd Fellows' Journal is mistaken. The continued effort to count Parker out of his glory is one of the desploable little traits that had not heretofore been charged up to the American people. Parker either did or did not strike down the assailant of the late President McKinley. The facts can easily be ascertained, and should not be obscured because a Negro figures in them. If Mr. Parker is an imposter, imposing on the American people, he should have the imposters reward. If Mr. Parker is a hero, the man who first struck down the assassin, then all glory and honor to him, so far as such go for such action. CASTING ABOUT. It is now reported that Prof. Booker T. Washington, the principal of the Tuskegee Institute, Ala, will lead the colored contigent for the administration. Prof. Washington has been several conferences with the President and it is understood that he will combine the colored vote in the south for the administration. In conversation some few months ago in New York, Prof. Washington asked a representative colored Republican if he thought Senator Fairbanks would be able to secure the colored Southern delegates to the next National Republican Convention. Already efforts are being made to organize colored Roosevelt Clubs among the personal followers of Prof. Washington. It is quite evident that the great Northern Negro political organization, of office holders, is somewhat chagrined because its members have not as yet received recognition. The Southern Negro Republicans will no doubt support any movement that may be ingrubated by Senator Hanna. Senator Fairbanks is very popular among the leading Republicans of the country — The Washington Bee. The above article is very "wobbly." Considering the same a puzzle picture find where the writer is located. What did the colored Republican say when Washington asked him if Senator Fairbanks would be able to secure the colored Southern delegates to the next National Republican Convention? The Negro Baptist Ministers' Conference of Boston and vicinity met Jan. 1 and adopted resolutions favoring a National Conference at Washington, with the Zion Baptist church, Feb. 22, the object of which is to ask President Roosevelt to use his influence to get Negro boys into the West Point and Annapolis Academies and State Agricultural Colleges. It is a good time for Negroes to take an inventory of their standing in the country. Let the facts come out; it won't hurt anything. Are Negroes perpetually barred from West Point and Annapolis? It was only a half victory that the religious and political chicanery of Bishop Arnett secured in the displacement of Recorder of Deeds Cheatham last week. This onslaught has been expected by those who know ever since Bishop Arnett's son resigned the Chief Clerkship in Mr. Cheatham's office. We remember Mr. Arnett quite well, and are surprised that his influence could count against a man of the calibre of Mr. Cheatham.—The Georgia Baptist. Is it a religious war after all, and are the great Negro churches being dragged into politics? Bishop Arnett is an A. M. E man, Dancy is an A. M. E. Zion man, Is Cheatham a Baptist? The Recorder of this city does not miss it much when it says that the several hundred Negro Democrats received greater consideration at the hands of the Democratic party than the 6,000 Republicans do at the hands of the Republican party. It is very strange that after getting all the choice offices by means of the Negro votes that the party seems so backward about considering the colored voter. It seems that "Our Bank" of Philadelphia has retired rather early from business; really earlier than expected. Well, the failure of one institution ought not to deter men from starting others. White mens' banks and business houses have failed and will continue to fail. Institutions conducted by colored men will meet with a common fate; some will succeed while others fail. Judson W. Lyons has been down in old Georgia State. He says that the new president is much pleased with the polical organization. But Col. Pledger is responsible for the following: There are no factions among Georgia Republicans when the roll at the Republican National Convention is called. There will be 26 for Mr. Roosevelt or some other good man if he does not want to succeed himself. We will be a unit A bill has been introduced in the Maryland Legislature looking forward to a "Jim Crow" car law in that State. It will be extremely unfortunate if politics be the means of solidly arraying a considerable mass of whites in eternal opposition to the Negroes. It will pay the Negroes to find some method of making terms. It turns out that Col. W A. Pledger of Georgia wanted to go to Liberia. The 39th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation was celebrated by the United Emancipation Association of Montgomery, Ala., Jan. 1. A grand street parade was one of the features. Addresses were made by prominent citizens in the evening. Hon. John W. Jones is president of the association. If some of our people would take as many chances on starting business enterprises as they do on lottery they would be on the proper side of the ledger when the year was up. In the meanwhile untold blessings would have come to those who greatly stand in need—the shivering poor. George L. Knox has been elected general treasurer of the Afro-American Republican League of the United States. It will hold its next meeting in Springfield, Ohio, August 7. It is given out that the league has in mind the creation of interest for the Republican party among Afro-Americans. If the 15,000 Negroes of Indiana should take a notion to help out the Democracy there would be so much of this stalled ox business that has been going on. The 15,000 Negro voters want to do a of a lot of thinking for the future and little talking. See! E. Octavious Mack has announced himself as a candidate for Justice of the Peace, subject to the Republican nominating convention. Well, let it be Blair or Mack, Mack or Blair, they are colored men. One of them will do. Mr. James H. Lott, it is understood, is a candidate for the legislature. Among others who are considered are Wm M. Lewis, Dr. Joseph H. Ward, George P. Stewart, all of whom are first class men and well equipped. The Baptists of Kentucky, under the guiding genius of Dr. John H. Frank, of Louisville, Ky., will march to Paducah with $5 500 this year. The money will be used for educational institutions of the church. James B Parker, the protector of the late President, William McKinley, has been made a Senate messenger. Some reward, this — The Dallas Express, Tex. It depends. It may be that Mr. Parker is not blessed with much book 'learnin'' The Republicans will have a lengthy ticket to vote next fall. There ought to be at least three colored men on it. Six thousand Negroes are entitled to something besides grins. Mr. Geo. L. Knox has been selected as a member of the McKinley Memorial Committee by the authorities at Washington. Mr. James E. Shelton has been mentioned as a candidate for the legislature. Shelton would make a good one. Richmond, Va., notwithstanding its splendid population of Negroes will soon have Jim Crow street cars. Prof. W. H. Councill lectured at Bethel A. M. E. church Jan. 9th. Subject, "Building a Race." T. McCants Stewart is reported as having great success in Hawaii. Emancipation Day celebration are of an upward tendency. Lynchings quiet, for which we are thankful. Negro political stock in Indiana, rising rapidly. Give policy and the sharks a wide berth. We believe that the time has fully come in which it is the imperative duty of the Afro-American to break away from the old lines and assume a manly independence holding the right to cast his ballot in whatever direction his best interest may dictate. The party that we have loyally supported has turned its back upon us, and we must be up and doing or our rights will be snatched from us so quickly that we will not know what struck us. Whoever dreamed of McComas doing anything of a substantial character for the Negro? Its not in him. Give him votes when he wants them and then you can go to the bow-wows.—A Voice from Maryland And there are McComas' right here in good old Indianny. No doubt their condition is bitter, but the condition of the Jews in Russia is worse. Yet, while voices are raised in protest to England against her treatment of the South African women, no voice is raised in behalf of the Jew. Why? Because they are Jews. What matters it that they suffer? They are Jews. Behind them stand no guns nor armored ships. They are Jews. They have suffered eighteen centuries; let them suffer more. That is the condition which calls out to heaven for justice, and not for charity.-Rabbi Hirsch. Afro-American Republican League of the United States. Following the instructions of the Afro-American Republican League of Illinois, at a meeting of the executive committee on last Monday evening, in Chicago, and recognizing the fact in Union there is strength it was decided and agreed upon to organize the Afro-American Republican League of the United States. The object for which it is formed is to arouse an interest among the Republicans and organize Republican clubs among the colored people throughout the United States, and support the Republican party in each State and National campaign. Each Republican club of not less than twenty-five members will be entitled to one delegate at the annual convention of the Afro-American Republican League Subordinate Republican clubs when organized will be composed of the following officers: A president, first and second vice-president, secretary, treasurer and executive committee of five. All Republican clubs throughout the United States, when organized, will send a list of the officers with a president and general secretary. The next meeting of the Afro-American League of the United States will be held on the 7th of August, 1902, at Springfield, Ohio. The following officers have been elected: John G. Jones, Chicago, president H. C. Smith, Cleveland, Ohio, first vice-president A. M. Thomas, Buffalo, N. Y., sixth vice president J L. Thompson, DesMoines, Iowa, and John A Bell, Grand Rapids, Mich. assistant secretaries. I have read with a great deal of interest and profit the admirable message of President Theodore Roosevelt, but was sadly disappointed when I discovered that he had ignored the subjects of lynching and disfranchisement of the Negroes in the South. The good President seems to have ransacked earth and heaven to find something to write about, and has been profuse in his recommendations to Congress. * * * * * * * * * It is foolish to think of making a law that will protect the life of the President or other high officials while lawlessness is allowed to sulk abroad unmolested. observe the dinner to our good friend Prof. Washington was intended as a substitute for this omission; if such is the case the President has made a grave mistake. The intelligent Negroes of this country, while thanking him for the honor bestowed upon the chief leader, will not be satisfied with his silence on the most important question before the country.—Bishop Alexander Walters. News Items. Columbus, Ga., Special: Mrs. J. Oveltrea and little son returned to their home in Harriman Teen, Thursday after spending the holidays in the city Mrs. Juno Stewart, of Washington, D. C. is in the city and will be with her brother Mr. Roderick Lewis on 2nd. ave. Miss Mary L. Stewart spent the holidays with her parents. Mr. James Canyt an old Columbus boy out now of Dallas, Tex., is in the city. He has many friends who are glad to have him with them after and absence of twelve years. Dr. Julius Mayer spent the holidays up at Atlanta, Look out Doctor, you are going very often. Mr. John T. Thornton who recently moved to Chicago, Ill., returned Thursday. John says Chicago is too windy for him at this season of the year. John H. Peterman of Ft. Gaines, Ga., is here among his many friends, Jerry Orr, one of the best known hotel porters in the south has accepted a position at the new hotel Racine. Miss Belle Palmore spent the holidays in Cuthertb Ga. She returns and reports a very pleasant stay. The New Years reception given by the Y. M. B. Club, Wednesday evening was one of the most enjoyable of the season. The Bazaar given by the Kindergarten Association was a grand success. Little Miss Valrie Frye won a beautifully dressed doll for having raised the highest amount, $7 65. There was a great demand for the Holiday number of The Freeman. Some one please punch the agent for not ordering extra copies The Emancipation Proclamation was celebrated at Metropolitan church Wednesday Jan. 1. While the writer was out to one of the Xmas entertainments he heard many criticisms and was sur- prised to see some of our best young ladies and young men engaged in one of the most horrid dances that was ever introduced in public. It would be well if our young ladies would remember that "Miss Bug House" don't go in society. The Southern Workman, Hampton, Va. The Southern Workman, founded by General S. C. Armstrong and published monthly by Hampton Institute Press, begins its thirty-first year with the January number. President Thwing, of Western Reserve University, says of this journal: "Its consideration of great questions is large and worthy. The consideration is comprehensive without being vague, and is definite without narrowness." The January number contains strong and suggestive editorials on Indian questions now before the country, and several articles of unusual interest, among them "Prehistoric Pottery" with some fine illustrations; "Real Estate," a suggestive paper read at the meeting of the Negro Business League of which Booker T. Washington is president; and the first of a series of papers on manual training by Professor Arthur U. Craig, of Manual Training School No. 2, Washington, D. C. This number also contains an illustrated paper on the important industrial extension work for colored women and children, carried on under the direction of Hampton Institute in Norfolk and other Virginia cities; and includes a pathetic story of a poor boy whose ambition to "make a man of himself like Booker T. Washington" induced him to spend last summer and fall in working his way to the Hampton School. Let the Jew learn to strike back when he is struck, and they will learn to leave him alo e. His condition would be bettered if he would keep the rest in wholesome fear of a Jewish fist and a Jewish kick — Rabbi Hirsch at Chicago last Sunday. Lorain, O., Special.—The holidays are over and we spent the brief time pleasantly aided greatly by the beautiful weather. Nothing happened to mar our pleasure until last Sunday morning when the body of Mr. Lee Grant was found in his room in the Bowen Block on West Erie Ave. It was thought by the coroner that he had been dead at least ten or twelve days. He was a bachelor and lived alone. His funeral was held last Tuesday morning at the Morgue by Rev. J. T. Leggett. Mr. and Mrs. J. Coleman are on the sick list. Mrs. Barrier and daughter of Oberlin were in the city during the holidays the gusts of Mrs. Alex. Cooley. Mr. W. T. Redmond has returned from Columbus, O. Garner preached at the Baptist church last Sabbath. 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(300)920-8800 NOTICE.--Advertised letters will be held in The Freeman Post Office for FOUR WEEKS ONLY hereafter. LADIES LIST. Carter, Mrs Nancy F Fernando, Mrs Jas F Gillan马尔森 F Harris, Mrs Eliza Merris, Mrs Lillian Perris, Mrs L. B. Perton, Mrs Hattie Gerrow, Mrs Irene Hunter, Mrs. Ada Kinney, Mrs Bessie L Taller, Mrs L. 2 Walker, Mrs Daisy Wade, Miss Eva Fisher, Miss Mae Smith, Miss Hattie Jolly, Mrs I. C. GENTLEMEN 8 LIST Avery, Dan Barbour, Berni Barnett, Richard Bennery, Beo F Bostwick, Pearl Bowen, Gwain Brinker, J C Brown, Richard Brooks, Sherrah Bryant, Frank Carter, Cayr Castry, Francis Cotton, Anderson Cromwell, T. T. T. T. T. Edwards, Thos F Fainch, Tom Francis, Charles Rockefeller Freyer, Geo. a. Gans, Oscar J George, J E. Gilmer, J. E. Hallinus Hallack Wm. Harris, Geo C Harrison, Hugh 2 Housesley, G. W. Hughes, Ed Jackson, Walter Jordan, William E Johnson, Sam Koth, Thos. Kitchie, N. T. Kennedy, Will Goff McQuity, M M Mahara, W. A. M. A. L. McDade, Henry McCarrer, Howard Miller, Billy Giver, Prentice Perkins Price, J. W Reeves, George Reid, W H Sherman, S. S. Sherman, Edward Stevens, Augustus Smith, Norris Tood, Ted Toliver, Ed The Fosters Thompson, R W Thomas, Ed. S. Sole, T. S. Van Slack, Henry Vangner John Wilhite, Louie Wiley, W. W. Williams, Lewis Webster, M D West, J. W Walker, Frank Wiley, W. W. Watts, Chas. T. Wright, Louis Fair, William BLACK PATTI THOUADBURG—San Diego, Cal. Jan. 6: Santa Anna, 8; Riverside, 9; San Bernardino, 10; Pomona, 11; Los Angeles, 12 to 15. Denver, 16-22. W. I. SWAIN'S ORIGINAL NASHVILLE SUMMERS, 10. Nashville, 7; Des Moines, 9; Mequon, 10; Kirkville, Mo., 12. RICHARDS & PRINGLE'S GEORGIA MINSTRELS. Emporia, Kan, Jan; 6, Topeka, 7, Law.ence. Carson, withus, 5, Aclichon, 10, Burlington. 11, Garnett Kassus, 13, Iola, 14, Humbolt, 15, Cherry Vale, 16; Rusco & HOLLAND's Minstrel-Tampa Fla., Jan 13; Bartow, 14; Orlando, 15; Paiatka, 16; St Augustine, 17; Jacksonville, 18. Burt Grant of Jones, Grant and Jones is laying off this week in Indianapolis. Pat Chappelle wants to hear from Amos Gaillard and Johnson & Reid at once. Miss Sallie Lee, of Columbus, O., has joined Swain's Nashville Students, re- cently. --- Billy McClain writes that he opened at Honolulu, H. I., Dec. 21, to big success. The old man is on his way to the states. * * * Jordan and Armstrong's big Magical Concert Company, is filling engagements throughout the State of South Carolina --- Richard L. Wilson, baritone soloist with the famous Georgia Minstrels, send rsgards to Riccolo Jones and friends of the "Coontown 400." The Housley Bros. send regards to Charles Parker, Dick Thomas. George Bailey, James Lacy and all friends in No.1 company, and would be pleased to hear srom any of them at any time. Will some one please tell us where the knockers with the "Holiday in Coontown" secured their hammers? They seem to use them with good effect and as a result they are drifting. --- James B Weeks sends regards to Kid Alston and Allie Brown. Your cut in the Freeman was fine, Kid. I hope that you had a merry Xmas and wish you a Happy New Year. Wm Hallback writes:—I have closed my show known as Wm. Hallback's Minstrel Jubilee company, and am at present playing dates in Tampa, Fla., at the Mascot Theatre. I have eight weeks to fill here, with Jacksonville and Memphis, Tenn., to follow. The "Crosbys," Oma and Harry, are still working at the Mascotte Theatre, Tampa, Fla., and play to S R. O most every night. This team, though young in vaudeville, is fast making for itself a renowned reputation. They are the prime favorites of this city, Mr. Croa- THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER by is a refined, clever comedian, while his wife, Miss Oma Browne, formerly, is an up-to-date, winsome little soubrette, good singer and dancer, swell stage appearance works very much ofay. They are a great drawing card for any company. ```markdown ``` The Johnson's, Lavinia and Charles opened Dec 20, at the Mascotte Theatre Tampa, Fla., in their new act entitled "Fun in the White Folks Kitchen." Regards to the Blacks, Leona and Perry also John Tolliver. The Christmas number of the New York Clipper is as usual, large entertaining and tastefully illustrated, with a very pretty colored cover and printed on a fine quality of paper. The Clipper leads all in its line. --- Harry Eaton, of the team of Eaton and Jackson, writes from Dowling and Goodrich's U T. C. company that they are making the hit of the vaudeville people nightly. John Sullivan, the ex-champion pugilist is with us, playing the role of Simon LeGree. ```markdown ``` F. L. Denton, of the famous Georgia Minstrels company, send regards to James Lacey and Dick Thomas. We regret very much to mention that Mr. Denton has received some very sad news from home—of the death of his mother. She was dead and buried before he received the sad news. Steve Breckenridge writes that he arrived home in Louisville, O. K., and found all well. I telegraphed Will Able to meet me and we walked all night to find some place to spend our money, and Toliver, old pal, there are no ice birds over here. Regards to George Temple and Perry Black. The Britons, Joe and Sadie, who are laying off this week, will appropriately begin the new year by the presentation of a brand new comedy act, which they claim will embrace bright original comedy, good vocalizations, eccentric buck dances (Mrs. Britton being said to be the lady champion of this style of dance) and rich wardrobe. --- Clarksville, Tenn., professional notes—There is little or nothing doing here among the footlights. Business is on the "hog." Many shows canceled. Payton & Harris, the comedy sketch team, who have been up against lack here, have taken French leave for Kentucky, after many "ups and downs." The heid down the "Valley Forge" on the 4th inst., and with the Harrison & Pinkinson on the 6-11. *** From Pat Chappelle's Buckingham Theatre, Tampa, Fla.:-Business has been big during the holidays. All the company send' new year's greetings to all friends. Trixie Pheil, Trixie Ford and Peyton & Harris are the late arrivals. "Baby" Hattie Bluford and Lucy Pettus, coon song singers, are big favorites here. W. Goff Kennedy, our stage manager, sends regards to all friends, and wants to hear from "Pap" West. Good talent wanted at all times. Notes from Cooper & Bailey: We headlined the bill at the Gaiety Theatre at Pawtucket, R. I., the week of Dec. 30th; this week, Syracuse, N. Y.; Jan 13-20 two weeks, Austin and Stoner; Jan. 27, Boston, Casino Theatre; Lawrence, Mass, week of Feb. 3; the Howard-Athenenum, Boston, and plenty other good dates. Regards to Scott & DeLeo, Will A. Cook, Jim Reed, Harvey Crayon, Clarence Powell and all professional friends. Will answer all letters in a few days. --- W. S. LeVard writes the following:—I am now busily engaged in my own production, entitled, "A Holiday in Dixie" Company opens Jan. 21, 1902. Will carry 16 people, who are now rehearsing in Watertown, N. Y. The following people compose the cast: The Anderson Bros., Kid Attwood, Bill Edgehill, Fred. Weir, Ben Barness, George Franklin, Miss Frankie Spencer, Misses May and Lil Howard, Mrs. Eaton, Miss Franklin, Miss Bertha Wentz, Fred Moore and the Dixie Quartette. F. W. Allen, stage manager. Wm. S. LeVard, sole proprietor and owner. Charles Purdy, manager Ike Geveine, advance agent. My permanent address is 29 Newell street, Watertown, N. Y. Regards to all. Kansas City, Mo. notes:--There will open in a few weeks at the Convention hall, a circus and vaudeville show of colored and white performers of this city which is all the talk now both of press and public. Williams & Walkers big show is here this week. This is one town that Getnays go wild about a colored show. They are at the Grand. At John Dennison's club, showmen can be found at all times. Also at E Washington and B. Robertson's club they are much in evidence. Mr. Williams of the team of Chas and Pernecta Williams and his company of fourteen people are rehearsing a play entitled the "Under Ground Railroad" for the benefit of the Metropolitan Baptist church of Kansas City, Kansas. It will be produced the last of January or the first of February. --- Notes of McCabe & Young's Black Trilby company:-Business continues big in North Dakota. The company got into Carrington, N. D., at 10:30 the night of the show and played to a big house, but to top it off we got into Esmond, N. D., to open the new opera house, at 12:15 at night and played to a jammed house at $1 50 each; then gave a concert after the show at 50 cents each, and to make a night of it gave a ball after the concert, and they danced until 9 in the morning. Tom McIntosh and the McCabe children are doing a great act. Prof Brown and Silky Fields joined the company last week. The Partners and Owens are doing some clever work. D. W. McCabe is doing all kinds of great work ahead of the company. The company spent their Xmas in Lisbon, N. D. --- The Clover Leaf Quartette,—D. L. Frazier, M. T. Hallago, Geo. R Reese and S. G. Baker—with "On the Swanne River" company send the following: "M. T. Hallago has been quite ill but is much better at the present. George (Rabbit) Reese has been laid up with a bad foot but is up again. Mr. Hallago was married to Miss Minnie Watson of Louisville, Ky., in Cleveland, O., Dec. 26 They send regards to The Freeman also the Donglass Club. Dan. Frazier the Matinee Idol sends regards to Harry Jackson and Leon Williams. We have finished our Western tour and are on our way East. Geo. W. Reese is scoring a big hit singing Al Brown's latest cote song, "Show Your Invitation or You Can't Come In" also "I've Got Mine." The Quartette was tendered a reception while in Cleveland, by Miss Lizze Redd and the Misses Hall. Rabbit sends regards to Tom Logan and Furber and Davis. --- Clemo and Flozo Harris write from Philadelphia that the Wangdoodle Comedy Four, with the Jolly Grass Widows was here Christmas week and played to standing room only. The quartette was a big favorite. I had the pleasure of meeting some of the boys. The Mallory Bros. and Brooks were in town last week. Charlie Gibbs, late of George Monroe Company sends regards to Eston and Hun and all friends. One Billy Banks says "Hello Ben Run." The Goodall's Countown 400 left the city on Jan. 1. They are booked solid till April, carrying 15 white and 15 colored performers. The colored are; Gibbs and Tayler, Kid Harris, the Stokes family, four in number, the Standard quartette, Billy Banks, Retta Tum, Mattie Richardson, John Pitts and wife, Clemo and Flozo Harris. James Goodall proprietor; Harry Dunbar, general agent; W. Williams, assistant- George Bundy, the comedian is here with J. B. Black's force. The weather is fine and the performers jolly. *** The Oriole trio, Mallory Bros. & Brooks, are the first to bill as headliners in Eastern vandeville houses, and are receiving many flattering press notices. The following is from the Fall River, Mass., Daily Globe: "A right good reception was given a right good show at the Casino yesterday. A success not often paralleled was made by the Oriole trio, the Mallory Bros. and Miss Mazie Brooks, whose versatility is remarkable. A handsome stage setting, a bewildering array of costly instruments and handsome dressing lend elat to an act which is enjoyable every moment. They are good singers and lively dancers, but their principal charm is their inherent Southern power to conjure melody. The harp, piano, staff, hand and chime bells are played with telling effect popular airs succeeding popular selections and operatic medleys. Comedy brightens without detracting, and their imitation of a colored brass band, in which every one is leader, and depiction of a nocturnal raid upon a chicken coop by darkies, is a gem of pantominic and musica comedy. --- Tom Logan, General Manager of the Mascotte Theatre, 702 Polk-st., Tampa, Fla., writes: "We are enjoying excellent weather and doing a splendid business. I have inaugurated a number of changes from a business standpoint and can already see gratifying results. In justice to my people, I must say that never in my limited career have I handled a more agreeable, painstaking and concients aggregation of performers. Mr. Donaldson made us his guest on Christmas and New Year's days. Our show is the strongest seen here and I am eager to import new people just as rapidly as they can be secured. James J. Helton opened Dec. 23 and made an instantaneous hit with his clever monologue and a parody on "Goo Goo Eyes," relative to the Roosevelt-Washington episode. The Johnsons, Chas. J. and Lavina, opened Dec. 16, and are already installed as Tampa favorites. William Hallback goes as big as ever and the audiences seem never to tire of the captivating smiles of Kitty Brown. The Crosbys, Marion Brown and Jessie Thomas are "sure fire" hits at each performance. Mr. Hallback closed Jan. 7, and the Crosbys are on their last week. Would be pleased to hear from good performers at all times. My best wishes to the profession and other friends. --- Notes from the Famous Georgia Minstrels:—We are now in Kansas doing a fine business considering the holidays which are always very quiet. We were anticipating bad business in this state but to our astonishment we are doing as well as we did in any of the other States. We are constantly meeting friends now, that we have not seen for many days. I presume this serves to make our route more pleasant. Our Christmas has been one of the most enjoyable. It could not be otherwise with a company such as we have, with the literary talent and the pleasure clubs among us that seem to to take great interest in making it pleasant for the entire company. Our "Mustache Ball" given in LasVegas New Mexico, Xmas, was said to be the greatest social event that has ever visited that city. It certainly was a screamer and was well patronized by the citizens. The Mexican belles enjoyed themselves hugely and claim they never saw anything like it. Our boys feel well repaid for their strenuous efforts used in giving the affair, after having met such beautiful Mexicans. There were three prizes given by the club for the finest mustache but those of the club who had no mustache at all could not secure admittance to the hall. A dark horse won the first prize, a very prominent member namely, Jesse Gilmore. The prize was a fine white melton raglan. Thomas F. Edwards came in for the second prize, a fine Stetson hat. Oscar Cameron won the third prize, a red necktie, a pair of red socks and a very gandy pair of red shoe strings. Strangest of all Mr. Ed. Tolliver and Mr. George A. Swan never got into the money at all though both were highly elated over the success of the grand affair. A prosperous New Year is our wish to all. --- J. Harry Jackson sends the following from New York City: "Simpson and Pittman are in town again having just closed a successful week's engagement in Boston. Bob Cole in a clever monologue was a hit in the New York Winter Garden Sunday night. Larkins and Patterson were at the Atlantic Garden last week. "making good" of course. John H. Smith's "Old Virginia Minstrels and Southern Fun Makers are filling the bill at the Manhattan Theatre on the Bowyer this week; among those with the company are; Essie Williams, Etta Gross, Billy Copes, the Taylors and John H. and Pearle Smith. Grant and Grant are at the Dewey Theatre Sunday night. Tom Brown the mimic accompanied by the clever little dansseur arrived in the city last week from Chicago- They left Monday morning for New Haven, Conn., where they are filling an engagement this week. Avery and Hart are making a big hit at Kieth's Union Square Theatre this week. This new team never fails to catch the audience at each performance. Frazier and Peterson are at the Atlantic Garden this week producing their funny sketch. Billy Johnson was at the New York Theatre Sunday night. Chas. Sager a well known actor-playwright in the West is in the city. Mr. Sager is negotiating for a mammoth benefit entertainment to be given here in the interest of the associated Negro charities of Greater New York in the near future. He is the author of "The Negro" "Darkness and Dawn" and several other clever sketches that have been well received in several of the Western cities. Elmer Bowman left for Denver, Col. last week. Mr. Bowman in conjunction with Mr. Al Johns is the author of "Get Way Back and Sit Down." Their latest success is "You are Sound Asleep in the Big City. Bradley and Bradley are still appearing in their funny sketch entitled "The Dogs and the Coon." John Larkins and a company of entertainers were a big card Monday night at Stapleton S. I Al Brown singing comedian and author continues to "saw wood" and buy diamonds. Jones, Grant and Jones arrived in the city Monday from Indianapolis. Bert Murphy of Murphy and Slater, has just written a new song which is sure to be a winner, entitled "Keep Your Eye on the Man with the Money." AGENTS WANTED to sell "Harriet Tubman, The Heroine in Ebony" by Robert W Taylor, financial sec retary Tuskegee Institute with an introduction by Booker T Washington. Harriet Tubman was the famous Spy, Scout and Hospital Nurse for the Union Army in the Civil War. A liberal commission allowed all Agents. Address Robert W Taylor, 7 Grenville Place, Boston, Mass, Price 25 cents. The Freeman on Sale. Copies of The Freeman on sale at Coleman's restaurant 1214 Wylie Ave. Pittsburg, Pa., every Saturday. R. R. CHURCH'S AUDITORIUM MEMPHIS, TENN VAUDEVILLE SHOW Every Night. Now booking shows for this and next season. LEW HALL MANAGER. TICKSTIVOLI Opened Dec.20 MEMPHIS, TENN--New Show every week always want good lady singers and dancers Johnson and Reid wire SI De Soto Street, Memphis, Tenn. J. ED GREEN, Manager. SHERMAN JONES At Liberty Cornat and Sad Violin. prefer good location in good litter town. a good teacher, October, responsible people write, 1017 Kittenhouse Street, Cincinnati, O. is The Theatre of Tampa. Go to any part of Florida and the South and you will hear our praises sung. The quality by which we have won distinction is the judgment used in selecting performers and the superiority of our performances. The 8. R. O. sign displayed nightly. Can place good people with good acts, but am too busy to "break in" amatuers. Address all communications to TOM LOGAN, General Manager. R. S. DONALDSON, Proprietor. THE MASCOT 702 Polk Street, is The Theatre of Tampa. Notes on part of I praises sung. The quality by which we have we performers and the superiority of our perform place good people with good acts, but am too bu munications to TOM LOGAN, General Manager. EDITED BREAK PUGILISTIC CHAMPIONS. A General Change in the Last Year- The Present List. Puglistic champions were bowled over like ten pins in the last year and of the men who, twelve months ago, were the top-notchers in their respective classes, J. J. Jeffries is the only one who still retains the title of champion. The most notable ring contest of the year was that between the hitherto undefeated Terry McGovern and "Young Corbett," which took place Thanksgiving afternoon at Hartford, Conn., and in which McGovern was knocked out in three rounds. There are so many classes in the light, welter and middle-weight divisions and so many claimants for the honors in these classes that they are now designated by weights rather than classes. Terry McGovern, while no longer champion of the featherweight division, still retains the 122-pound championship. Joe Walcott, the 142-pound champion, was soundly beaten by "Kid" Lavigne, at 128 pounds. "Wild Bill" Hanrahan, the 170-pound champions, was in turn knocked out by Walcott. The following are the fighters who are the champions at the now recognized weights at the close of the year 1901: Bantam Weight Class—Harry Forbes, of Chicago. The 122-pound Class—Terry McGovern, of Brooklyn. The 126-pound Class—Young Corbett, of Denver. The 130-pound Class—Martin Duffy, of Chicago. The 133-pound Class—Frank Erne, of Buffalo. The 142-pound Class—Joe Walcott, of New York. The 154-pound Class—George Gardner, of Lowell, Mass. The 170-pound Class—Bill Hanrahan of Brooklyn. Heavyweight Class—James J. Jeffries, of California. St. Louis, Jan. 5.—Harry Shelton, the New York colored man, won the go-as-yon please walking match at the West End Coliseum to-night, leading George Tracey, of Kinderhook, N. Y., by twenty-six miles. Tracey was eleven miles ahead of George Noremac, of Philadelphia. The match did not go one hundred hours, as scheduled, but was finished at 11 p. m., ninety-seven hours after it began. The final scores: Harry Shelton, 361 miles; George Tracey, 385; George Noremac, 324; George Cartwright, 320; Frank Hart, 313; Tony Loeslein, 310; Pat Cavanaugh, 275; Peter Hegelman, 257; Kid West, 232; George Richardson, 231; Gus Guerrero, 200; Ed Fleming, 200. About Fighters. Billy Stift and Marvin Hart will fight in Louisville January 20. Jack Cullen, of this city, will fight "Young" Griffo in the Riverside Club's arena at Peoria, Ill., January 22. Frank Childs has put Fred Russell to sleep three times, but he has consented to try to do it again January 18, before the Chicago Athletic Association. "Young Peter Jackson," whose improvement during the last year has been a matter of much comment, fought a --- TOM LOGAN, General Manage TE THEATRE TAMPA, FLA. Dorida and the South and you will hear our n distinction is the judgment used in selecting ances. The S. R. O. sign displayed nightly. Can say to "break in" amatuers. Address all com- by AWAY. brilliant battle with Jimmy Handler at Waterbury, Conn., last week, hammering the Newark boy into a helpless condition three rounds. "Kid" Broad won from Tim Callahan before the Penn Club Philadelphia, recently. Broad had the better of the contest from the beginning. The fight was slow. Joe Gans outpointed Eddy Connolly at Philadelphia Monday. The fight was to have gone six rounds but the referee stopped it in the fifth, because Connolly was clearly out of the running. McGovern and Dave Sullivan will meet before the Southern Athletic Club, of Louisville, February 23. The winner will receive 65 per cent of the purse and the loser 35 Bob Fitzsimmons or Tim Hurst will referee. NOW IS THE TIME For Everyone to Renew Their Subscription to THE FREEMAN --- THE CHURCH. REV. EDWARD L. GILLIAM, EDITOR INDIANAPOLIS NOTES. The Christmas holidays were enjoyed by everybody. The Lord blessed us with almost ideal weather. The doors of Simpson were not opened during the holidays, except on Sundays and the Christmas day sermon and watch meeting. The members were given a vacation. The choir is arranging to give'a Del-sartean and Musical entertainment on Wednesday, the 22d inst. It will be first class. The Epworth League has settled down to active work and expects to do much good during the winter. Full committees in every department have been appointed. Miss Eliza Barbee has been selected as vice president of the Literary department, vice-president Mr. C. H. Hunter having removed, to Crawfordsville. The Sewing Circle kept "Open house" new year's day, and many friends dropped in and enjoyed their hospitality. For faithfulness and zeal this circle stands second to none in anybody's church in the state of Indiana. Miss Mamie Hawkins, the president of the Church Aid circle, has been sick for some days, but is on the road to recovery. This circle is doing some excellent service, and the Stewards are to be congratulated upon having such a band of workers to aid them. Their superiors are not to be found. Mrs. Stella Wells, who struck her ankle against the door step, some time ago, has been confined to her bed as the result. At this writing she is able to be up in her room. The watch meeting service was largely attended. Many testimonies were given, after which Bros. Boyer, Griffin, Williams, Hudson and Franklin preached short sermons. There were two additions, Mrs Loretta Walker, of Cleveland, O., and Joseph Eubanks, of this city. The Epworth League and the church will tender President Knox a grand reception on Wednesday, the 15th inst. Preparations are on foot to make this one of the most enjoyable events of the season. A first class program, by some of the best talent of the city, will be rendered. The Employment Bureau of the Epworth League, has placed more than COLLEGE STREET M. E. CHU THE CHURCH OF THE WESTERN CHURCH COLLEGE STREET M. E. CHURCH, BOWLING GREEN, KY. We are pleased to be able to present and cost some $2,000 or more our readers with the cuts of the College Street M. E. Church, Bowling Green, Ky., and its efficient pastor, Rev. H. W. Simmons, under whose management it was erected. For many years this people worshipped in an old frame building, which had been condemned several times. Some of the ablest preachers of the Lexington Conference have served this church, but it remained for Rev. Simmons to be successful in erecting a cozy, modern structure, which is a credit to the conference and to the race. It is situated on the corner of two of the most prominent streets of the city, two lovable children. BOWLING GREEN, KY Messrs. S. A. Hamlet and N. A Bacey of Springfield, O., were the guests of Miss Lizzie Dial and Mrs. Maggie Gilliam recently. Mr. Lon Whitney and Miss Mattle E. Porter were married on the 26th inst., at the C. P. Church, Rev. H. W. Simmons of the M. E. Church officiated. fifty persons in situations within the past two months. The editor of this page has been congratulated by many friends upon his success in the recent contest carried on by one of our merchants to decide who was the most popular pastor. His vote was 1,011 out of 8 800. He will receive a $25 suit. Mrs Irene Browder has been quite sick, but is improving. Bro Jordan Montgomery, one of the pioneer members, has been unable to attend the services for several months, but is hopeful that in the near future he will be able to resume his duties as class leader. The Woman's Home Missionary society had a profitable and enjoyable meeting on Friday last, at the home of Mrs. Minnie Scott, W. Fifteenth street. There were quite a number present and a short program rendered. Mrs. Eldridge, of Irvington, and several of the ladies of the W. H. M. society, of Hall Place church, were also present. This society is doing excellent service. Mrs. Carrie Ross is the president. Bro. Thomas Bowman has been confined to his bed for several weeks, but is slowly improving. Mrs. M. A. Sissle was sick during the holidays, but has resumed her duties as teacher in the city schools. [Name] REV H. W. SIMMONS, A. B. Pastor College Street M. E. Church RCH, BOWLING GREEN, KY. and cost some $2,000 or more. The present indebtedness is about $450. Rev Simmons has served some of the most prominent churches of his conference among which might be named Spring field, Oberlin, Cincinnati and Steuben ville, Ohio, and he is now closing his fifth year in Bowling Green, with the people asking his return. Bro. Simmons is a fluent and eloquent speaker, a graduate from Central Tennessee College now Waiden University. A neat five room parsonage also stands as a monument to his ability as a manager. He is blessed with an excellent wife and two lovable children. They left immediately for Indianapolis their future home. Both are highly respected young people of this city. Mrs. Dr. O. D Porter gave a stag dinner at her beautiful residence on the 26th in honor of her husband The guests were Profs. G W. Jackson. U L. Porter, Revs. C. G. Fishback, H. D Carpenter, H. W. Simmons and Mr Henry Jones. It was 'quite an enjoya- THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. 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Sanders and family were the recipients of some valuable and useful presents from the members of the A M. E. church. Mrs Sanders receiving a fine dress, and the Rev. a fine pair of pants and an overcoat, the aggregate cost being over $20. They extend their heartfelt thanks, not for the financial value, but for the kindness which prompted the remembrance Miss Fannie Richey, one of the two colored high school students of Covington, Ind., visited friends in this city. She will be graduated in February. Mr. John Hale, the head cook of the Wayne]Hotel, Fort Wayne, Ind., spent the Christmas holidays with his family. Miss Cassie Redd gave quite an elaborate birthday anniversary for her cousin, Harry Coleman. The many friends present expressed themselves as having an enjoyable time. The white people of this city have shown their high appreciation of Booker T. Washington by purchasing eighty five copies of the history of his life from Prof. Teester. This book should be in the library of every one of our race. Miss Eva Johnson]was called home from Danville on account of the illness of her mother, Mrs. Ida Smith. Mr. J. C. Cain of Indianapolis, spent Sunday in our midst as the guest of Miss Luccy Patterson. John Jackson]and]McCleenand Jones have arrived from Decatur, Ill., where they have been for some time at the head of the culinary department of the St. Nicholas Hotel. The Freeman may be had every Saturday from the regular representative, Mr. C. H Hunter, Hotel Ramsey. Read The Freeman, the leading paper published by our race PRINCETON, IND. A series of revival services have been begun with outlook favorable. Rev. Harris and congregation confidently expect this to be the best year in the history of the Second M. E. church. ROCKPORT, IND. Rev. Chas. Jones reports a gratifying condition of affairs, and will have a prosperous year. I will not live beyond my income. I will be busy 365 days except Sunday, in some kind of honorable employment. I will spend 52 Sundays in public worship if conditions will permit. I will not waste any time in a useless conversation or gossip. I will not attempt to any one to be what I am not. I will save and place in the bank 25 per cent of every dollar I earn and receive during the year. I will not visit any place where the Lord Jesus Christ can not be a guest. I will not feed the vanity of any person by flattering with my pen or tongue. I will follow the profession, trade, or labor to which I am most adapted and that which I can do best. To whatever I shall lay my hands I will try and do it well. I will pay all my back debts in 1902, if possible. God helping me I will not borrow a dollar. I will cultivate, in every way possible, the habits of industry and economy. I will not overdraw or misrepresent anything or person. I will tell the truth at all times as I understand it. 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TO Jacksonville and St Augustine AND ALL POINTS IN FLORIDA A DAILY SOLID TRAIN Through Coaches, Drawing Room Sleepe Dining Cars. STEAM HEAT P NTSCH GAS The Fastest and Finest Service South For time tables, maps, rates and Sleeping Car reservation, add ess C. L. STONE, G. P. A., LOUISVILLE, KY. PROMINENT EDUCATORS CHAS. L. MARSHALL--A SKETCH It may be of some interest to those fostering the work at Christiansburg, and to friends of the work generally, to know something of him who stands at its head—Principal Chas. L. Marshall. I have, therefore, collected some facts and formulated them into the following sketch. In the short space at my disposal I cannot go very much into details, but will have to content myself with discussing only a few salient points in what I consider an eventful career: Mr. Marshall was born in 1867 at Henderson, Ky. At that time it was not the custom in Negro families to keep record of the birth of children, so the exact date of his advent into the world will probably remain a "thing to fame--unknown." One thing, however, was remembered. He was born in the month of January, some time near the first, and so when he had grown to be some size he adopted the first day of the year as the anniversary of his birth be [Name] CHAS. L. MARSHALL. cause it was the day celebrated by colored people in honor of the Emancipation Proclamation. The early days of our subject were spent at hard work in tobacco factories and cooper shops. He did not have the privilege of attending the public schools as did the other children in the community in which he lived. He was always ambitions to learn, even when small, and so earnest was this desire that he would go, three nights in the week to the home of Mr. John K Mason to receive instruction in the elementary branches. By constant application to study he learned to read and write and a little of arithmetic. Just about the time he reached the age when his earnings could be called his own, and was thinking of going to school, his father died leaving the family expenses on his shoulders. It had been his dream to attend school, but now his hopes seemed blasted. However, he worked on not despairing Some years later he heard of the Tuskegee Institute, where young men could pay their way through by their work. He decided at once to go there Little by little he began saving a part of his earnings until he had laid by enough to take him to Tuskegee. He entered the school in the autumn of 1890. and began work as an apprentice to the shoe-maker's trade, in the meantime attending school at night. He soon mastered enough of the trade to enable him to earn enough to lay a little by for his expenses when he should enter the day school. He completed the course in shoemaking and was chosen to make some of the work pul on exhibition at the Atlanta Exposition. During the summers while a student at Tuskegee, he worked in the coal fields of north Alabama, thus earning money to help defray his expenses. Many were the hardships and privations he endured while at Tuskegee For instance, to my personal knowledge he had but one good suit of clothes during the whole four years he was in school. This he purchased before entering, and he graduated in it. Through the kindness of Mrs. Washington he received from time to time some second hand clothes which generous friends would send to the school for deserving but poor, students While in school Mr. Marshall made a brilliant record, winning the respect of his teachers and the affection of his fellow students. He graduated as valedictorian of the class of 95, and went to work the following fall as one of the faculty of Wiley University. at Marshall, Tex. He taught during the term of 95 96. When the principalship of Christianburg Industrial Institute was declared vacant and Mr. Washington was asked to fill it, Mr. Marshall was prevailed upon to accept it, notwithstanding he had been elected to Wiley again. Since that time he has been identified with the work at Christiansburg. And he is leaving no stone unturned to make this work a power for good in dispelling the dark cloud of ignorance which hangs so heavily upon the Negro race in the South. Has his work grown? Do we see any result of his efforts? For answer I might say that when he took hold of it the question with Friend's Freedmen's Association, who have been maintaining it since its beginning was, "shall we continue it another year?" But to-day they have a farm of 96 acres, valued at $5,000 on which to establish a permanent plant. At their last meeting they voted to raise $20,000 with which to erect buildings. So far more than $10,000 have already been raised and men are at work on the first building, a barn, which is to be a model two story structure with all the modern appliances connected with a first class barn. But all of this work was not accom- ```markdown ``` plished without much work and a great deal of sacrifice on the part of Mr. Marshall. I shall mention just a few things which serve to show how thoroughly he is interested in his work and how much he is willing to sacrifice to further its progress. In the spring of 1899, just after the farm was purchased, two very fiery horses were purchased. The school owned no wagon; so an old one was borrowed from a colored man. While going down a hill the rubber broke and the horses ran away, one of them being thrown and severely injured. The Board was expecting a crop from the farm that year and one horse already lame. It was a serious predicament, but Mr. Marshall overcame it by buying a horse of his own and putting him to work with the uninjured one belonging to the farm, and thus succeeded in raising a crop. The horse has been working on the farm for about three years and Mr. Marshall has never received a cent for the work, nor has he asked for it. Perhaps the sorest trial through which he has passed in his efforts to build up this work was at the time when his eldest child died. He was in Philadelphia at the time. He had an important meeting to attend at which his presence meant much to the school. This meeting came on the day his child was to be buried. The question was should he leave off the meeting and thus perhaps, lose much to the school or should he sacrifice seeing the last sad rites performed over his child? He chose to make the sacrifice. All who have lost a loved one will know what such a sacrifice means. Another instance of Mr. Marshall's deep interest in the work is shown in the fact that while he is paid for only eight months in the year he has worked 12 months each year since the school has owned a farm. The buying and stocking the farm about exhausted all the funds raised for it so that the matter of employing hands enough to work it was out of the question. But it had to be worked, so summer after summer Mr. Marshall has dropped book and pencil, picked up hoe and spade and continued to work. Notwithstanding the many duties devolved upon him from early morning often till late at night he has always found time to do some studying each day. He is at present taking a course of reading in the Chataquna Literary Reading Circle, and a course in mathematics from the International Correspondence School of Scranton, Pa. Since being here Mr. Marshall has had several flattering offers to positions in various parts of the country, one coming from his home at Henderson, Ky., to take the principalship of the city school to succeed Mr. Mason, who, many years --- THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER Sold at all drug stores. Price, 25c. in large cans—Contains One Month's Treatment. If your druggist does not keep it he will get it for you, or we will mail it to any address, se- were processed on receipt of 10c. in stamps or silver. For testimonials and full information, address before, had taught him to read at night, but he has elected this his life work If hard work, perseverance and determination to succeed mean anything at all in the race of life we may expect to hear of Chas. Marshall in the van of Negro leaders in this country. E. A. LONG, POET The subject of this sketch, Mr. E. A. Long, was born in Tuskegee, Ala., Oct. 8, 1871. He graduated with class '95 of Prof. Booker T. Washington's world famed institution. After graduating Mr. Long devoted some time to newspaper work, publishing the Sentinel of Birmingham. He was also associated as assistant bookkeeper with the Alabama Penny Savings Bank, the only Negro bank in the State at that time. Mr. Long is also a printer by trade. He furnished the printer's course while at Tuskegee. He has the supervision of printing in connection with his present duties as treasurer of the Christiansburg Industrial Institute of Christiansburg, Va. He is also taking a course in stenography with the view of becoming proficient in that important branch of office work. He is a graduate in book-keeping. Mr. Long inherited his poetic temperament from his father, whose gift for narrating incidents in his life was held to he marvelous. Our poet, for such he certainly is, came up through no preparatory school, but was endowed from his birth—a genius in his line. He says whether I will it or otherwise I cannot keep down the ever welling fount. Nor need he keep it back when we know that the following exquisite verses are his productions—so similar to Dunbar's, but written long before Mr. Dunbar was known to fame. A well-known literary critic, to whom some of his verses were submitted, says, "The conception of your dialect poems is excellent, but there are some imperfections of mere which should be corrected." The lines may not scan to a nicety always, into exact feet—Byron, Shakespeare or Burns could easily be convicted for the same fault. These did not write Negro dialect, which is a literary realm distinct and apart. Mr. Long's productions are as full of music as the typical Negroe's feet—full of rymth—fervor—soul. His sentimental poems are written totally within the laws of versification, yielding to the tyranal laws of feet—the lines scan. But he will find his forte as Dunbar does in the Negro dialect—with its ungovernable, all consuming music. There is no reason why Mr. Long should not become quite as eminent as Mr. Dunbar; he certainly has the poetical temperament, the ability and resides where he can never want for subjects. HOEIN' CO'N. BY E. A. LONG. Dere's a time in life when Natchur tries her level best' to show How onmerciful she kin be to us critters here below; An' de weight of all her mis'ry comes in July, show's you bo'n. When de nigger's got to hussle in de fiel' a-hoein' co'n. Dere aint ernuin win' stirrin' fer to shake a fodder blade; Ercross de fiel' you'd haf to wawk two mile to fin a shade. Hit seems eez an age was 'twixt de breakfas' an' de ho'n. An' you wuz doomed to spen' yo' life down dere a-hoein' co'n. Erlong about eleben when de sun is risin' high. An' you a feelin' happy lak' cause dinner time is nigh. Hit seem lak dat blame sun gits hitched an' neah will move on. An' you cant he p' fom cussin; do you keep a-hoein' co'n. Says the author: "To one who has lived in the South the following lines may be interesting, especially so if they have attended the services usually held at the average colored churches. The prevalence of Baptists in the South is very marked and it is upon my attendance at services held at a Baptist church in a country town in Virginia that these lines were suggested: BROADWAY WHEN D'COLO'ED BAPTIS' PREACHAH TAKES HIS TEX' When de colo'ed Baptis' preachah takes his tex', Tellin' how to live in dis worl' an' de nex', You could her de gospel train Roun' de cuve wid might an' main; An' dem sinnahs dey would showly look perplex.' He would read fom out de Bible whar'twould say How de sinnahs ma'chin' on de downwa'd way; Den he'd gently close de buke Said he'd took his tex' in Luke, An' was gwine ter show dem whar dey'd stan' dat day. A. B. Dars' a *burnin' in ma bosum* when I hear de white man preach; Do he preaches about dis worl'—not de nex'; But ma soul is sot on fire fer de heab'mly lan' to reach When de colo'ed Baptis' preachah takes his tex'; When de colo'ed Baptis' preachah [takes his tex'] Dar's a mixture ob de feelin's mos' complex. You kin shout an' say amen! Loudly to de preachah when You begin yo' ride fom dis worl' to de nex' 'Taint de preachin' dat affecks you all alone. But dere's somp'm sof' an soothin' in de tone It ain't loud an' it ain't low Neither fastan' neither slow: Kinder halfway twixt a holer an' a moun'. Dat dere's powah in de preachin of de white man I mus' own An his teachin' of de Bible I respects: But de angels up in glory stops a singin' round de throne When de colo'ed Baptis' preachah takes his tex'. THIS RACE IS MARCHING ON. BY A. E. LONG. Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming Negro race As it marches forth from bondage out into the world apace. Where beside the proud Caucasian it is soon to take its place— This race is marching on. We have seen it told in story, we have heard it sung in song. From the press and from the pulpit they have passed the word along; Down the line for thirty years and odd in lusty tones and strong— The race is marching on. The thunderbolts of prejudice have marked us for their own; And caste calls out against us in a deeper, louder tone; In the North it makes us bitter; in the South it makes us mourn; But still we're marching on. What tho' the South oppress us and the North does prove unkind? They once disputed loud the fact that Negroes had a mind; But looking at the record that we've made since freedom, find That we are marching on. In the darkness of distresses I can see a gibl afar. As it shines beyond the shadow like the sheep-herd's morning star. It will light us thro' the valley to the gates that stand ajar If we keep marching on. Great God who smote the nation and who bade this race be free. 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Hatred And Mercy, crying, pleads for help in vain- Torn from his native heath unwillingly, He came to clear your forests, till your fields And make your land to blossom as the rose, Yet not content to turn him loose without The Meed his toil entitled him to have, You must make laws denying to him rights You grant men of evry clime save his. O, we proud sons of Saxon town who boast Thy love of freedom and of liberty! O, fair America,"Home of the free." Who claims to lead the world in christian grace! Is it a christian virtue to throw down A blacker brother and then deprive Him of the means whereby he may arise? Does it become a nation to allow The mighty to oppress her lesser sons And thus establish might as right? Not so. The records of the nations of all lands Adown the line of time since man was first New born in Eden tell how they crush Their tellows must in turn be crushed. Just Though tardy will repay in kind. The seed We sow we reap again, 'Tis nature's law, And God has set his Seal thereon. The sun As soon will quit his course and disappear, The moon dissolve, the stars refuse to shine, And all creation back to chaos go As that His law, immutable, shall fail. Ye men of might and pow'r into whose hands Is giv'n dominion over God's own world And they do wwl therem—how shall ye in That day give answer to the deeds here done? Think not Jehovah takes no thought of thy Fell crimes; for He who marks the sparrow's fall And guides the insect in its flight 'll not miss Thy acts, nor fail to call thee to account. Thy brothers' blood will call so loud that all The hollow vaults of hell will echo back The sound: until it shake the pillars of The earth and the foundations round the throne Of God, and He, upon thy brow, will set The curse of Cain. THE LIVING P&ESENT. Swifter than a weaver's shuttle Golden moments glide away; What to-day a faded flower, Bloomed in beauty yesterday. Hoary locks succeed youth's beauty, Shrunken form and stalwart frame; Manhood, childhood—changing ever— Nothing long remains the same. In the midst of life we're dying, Fast we're passing to the tomb; For a generation follows us. For them we're making room. Haste thee, then, thy task accomplish, Up and at it—strike it hard; Strike it with the strength of manhood, Victory be thy reward. To the wise there's no to-morrow, Doing now what carries weight, Acting in the "living present," Is the motto of the great. raightine air Straight. R DRESSING. E. A. LONG. Living, doing in the present, We shall, are long, leave a name, Written high upon the banner, Floating o'er the tow'r of fame. BOOK NOTICE If the old saying, "All the world loves a lover," is true, then the fiction in the Cosmopolitan for January should be popular, indeed. All the stories vary in treatment, plot and action, from Frances Courtenay Baylor's charming story, "Cupid's Practical Joke," to Maarten Maartens' strong domestic tragedy, "Her Father's Wife," but a have love for a central theme. Ainslee's Magazine for January shows a new departure in the cover, which is a beautiful landscape painting. The leading article in the magazine is entitled "Jerome, the Politician Militant," and is a splendid first hand character study of the New York District Attorney, who by his original campaigning methods achieved a national reputation in two weeks. "The Russian Vodka Monopoly," by Anna Northend Benjamin, is a very interesting account of the means the Russian government has adopted to correct the national vice of drunkenness. This article is illustrated with some very attractive photographs. "The Training of Wild Animals," by Harvey Sutherland, like all the articles by this clever writer, is full of wisdom and humor, and throws a new light on what might be called the romantic side of the business. "The Uses of Weeds" is a very interesting contribution to the results achieved by our government in adapting poisonous and destructive weeds to useful purposes. This article contains some very unexpected information on a too much neglected subject "Lord Strathcona," by Duncan Campbell Scott, is the romantic story of Canada's richest and most distinguished citizen, illustrated with many handsome pictures. The stories in Ainslee for January are particularly to be commended. "The Flag Paramount" by O. Henry, is a picturesque story of a Banana Republic, founded on a very original idea. "Keesh." by Jack London, is a strenuous life story of the Alaskan Indians "The unexpectedness of Uncle Drius," by Joseph C. Lincoln, is full of humor and human nature. "A Pennyworth of Romance," by Marie Manning is a pretty love story. "The Makin's of Abel Horn," by Eugene Wood, is a delightful Minna Center story. Topics of the Theatre, as usual, is illustrated with many of the latest photographs of well-known theatre people. (Street & Smith, Publishers.) Permanently Cured An absolutely guarantee to this effect with every treatment of Dr. A. B. Clark's. Remedy, mailed on receipt of One dollar by the Clark Medical Co. Pittsburgh, Pa. Money received by the Clark Medical Co. one-day pamphlet telling about this great work. Remedy. Medical advice free to all who write. of HOUSEWIVES will no doubt remember this picture on the wrappers around A A A DOBBINS' ELECTRIC SOAP The Soap their mothers and grand mothers used to always praise so highly and which they thought was the cheapest and best soap made even when they paid to cents a bar for it. The same soap is now sold at 6 Cents by all first-class grocers at 6 a Bar. Size of bar and quality is exactly as it used to be. A box of Dobbins' Electric should be in every house, as it improves with age. DOBBINS SOAP MFG. CO., (Sole Proprietors.) COS The Ayes Bulletin THE WHEREWITH FOR A SMART WAIST FLANNEL prices a fourth to a third cheaper all along the line. Goods by the yard and pattern lengths are both included in the general January mark-down. Read the particulars. 59c a yard for any color in finest plain fannels. 59c a yard for best French printed fannels. 59c a yard for German worsted fannels. These goods have been selling at from 75c to $1.00 a yard, and worth it. * FLANNEL WAIST! PATTERNS have likewise suffered! radical price reductions $7.75 waist patterns are now $2.50. $4 patterns are $3, $3 ones are $4., and $8 ones are $5.00. Six remaining bordered patterns, which are offered now at $2 50. "Indiana's Greatest Distributors of Dry Goods." ..CITY NOTES.. Rev. Hurley of Allen Chapel is on the sick list this week. Dr. Daniel H. Brown has gone to Colorado for his health. Mr. Charles Smith of Pittsburg, Pa. is in the city for a few days. The Booker T. Washington Literary Society of St. Paul's Temple met Friday night. W. W. Stewart, who accompanied Sousa's band to England, has returned to the city. Misses Luemma Kirk and Viola Leonard have returned to their home at Shelbyville. The Woman's Club was entertained Monday afternoon by Mrs. Guthrie, in Agnes street. Mr. H. Anderson of Chicago is spending a few days in the city guest of Miss Elizabeth Cook. Capt. Luther D. Mahone delivered a free lecture at Bethel A. M. E. church, Tuesday night. The Coffin Missionary Society met Thursday afternoon with Mrs. Thompson, of Carolina street. Mrs. Alice Lawrence and James Russell, of Anderson, were married in this city New Year's day. James H. Perry, a druggist from Kingston, Jamaica, has entered the Indiana Medical College. Try Skin Clear for liver splotches. Nothing better. Elevator 7 S. Meridian street. Knox Hair Parlors. Thomas Gatewood, an old soldier, a member of Martin R. Delaney Post, died last Saturday, age seventy years. Cards are out announcing the marriage of Gertrude M. Howard to Gurley Brewer Wednesday Jan. 15, 1902. Mr. John Frazier at one time a resident of this city but late of New York City is visiting his old acquaintances. Miss Hattie Hill a highly respected young lady of Seymour, Ind., died Sunday. She was loved by all who knew her. The Ladies' Alliance of Bethel A. M. E. church met Thursday afternoon with Mrs. Retta Moss, in North Missouri street. The Church Aid Society of Simpson chapel met Wednesday afternoon with Mrs. Bettie Tribble, 419 West Vermont street. FOR SALE—Creole hair braids to match any hair. Knox Hair Parlors rooms 22-23 Big 4 block corner Washington and Meridian. Mrs. A. H. Henderson left last Sunday night for a visit to Chattanooga, Tenn., and other Southern cities. She will be gone three weeks. The following persons have been elected as trustees for Bethel A. M. E church: Edward Harris, B. F. Wade, C. W. Grant, J. W. Allen. We have had the unterified Democracy with us all this week. They evidently think they have a fighting chance to win in the coming election. An elaborate program is being arranged for Jan. 19, at Wayman chapel. Mrs Kate Harper, Lucretia Knox, Ora Dunlap and Ella Walden are among the participants. The marriage of Nanna J. Tate to John T. Gordon will take place Jan. 22, 1902. They will be at home Feb. 5, corner of Franklin and Prospect streets Hempstead, Long Island. Miss Mamie Hawkins the President of the Church Aid Circle of Simpson Chapel has been quite ill for several weeks. We rejoice that she is on the rapid road to recovery. There will be a McKinley memorial service held at Allen Chapel on McKinley memorial Sunday under the auspices of the Allen Chapel Lyceum a special program will be rendered. A white man who was at the depot Wednesday morning said that he wanted to see the Negro, referring to Washington, who could refuse $1,000 a week for lecturing. He satisfied his curiosity. HAPPENINGS IN OLD KENTUCKY MR. M. W. SALES, A PADUCAH BOY, IN WASHINGTON, D. C. Cupid's Darts Playing Havoc with Our Young Society Folks--George Gray Shot Several Days Ago by "Spot" Polk is dead Industrial Beneficial Endowment Co., is still in the city inspecting business. Mrs. Cora Askew age 35 died on the 2nd inst. at 415 S.-2nd street and was buried at Oak Grove. Please have your little five cents ready when your agent brings your paper. Mrs. Dona Bogans is very ill at 10th and Washington. Say G. W. what has become of the "Jolly Frys?" Gus Robinson the well-known N. I. B. S. agent, after a week's sojourn in Dover, Tenn., returned home. Mrs. Isabelle Thomas of Plunkett Hill INDIANA DO YOU LIVE in a town 200 or more population and you make $50 to $200 per month easy, send full particulare Satisfaction program, alogene of other high-class goods free. F. D. GREEN CO., Dept. B. Glendiv Wayman Chapel Sewing Circle was entertained by Mrs. Fannie Moore at 1934 Alvord street, Friday evening, Jan. 10. Mrs. Georgia Crossen at 1719 Alvord street, will entertain the Circle January 17. Mr. W. C. Buckner was married to Mrs. Neale Gertrude Hawkins on Wednesday evening Jan. 1, 1902, at St. Julien Hotel, Hamburg, Ia. They will be at home after June 1, 1902, at 673 East 64th street Chicago. A sure cure for liver splotches and all blemishes of the skin is Skin Clear. It renders the complexion soft clear and white. Price 500. per bottle. For sale at rooms 22-23 Big 4 block corner Washington and Meridian. Elevator 7 S. Meridian. Mrs. Nancy Patterson, well known and a prominent member of the Second Baptist church, died Saturday as the result of an operation. She leaves a daughter, Mrs. James Nicholson, and a son. She was a member of Sacred Heart Tabernacle. The leading newspapers, and most prominent educators of the South speak in the very highest terms of the address of Mr. Geo. L. Knox. If you wish to learn the true condition of affairs among our race in that section, don't fail to attend the Reception to him at Simpson Chapel, Thursday, the 16th. The Epworth League of Simpson Chapel will give a Reception in honor of President G. L Knox Thursday, Jan. 16 Preparations are being made to make this the most enjoyable entertainment of the season. In addition to a first class Musical and Literary program, by some of the city's best talent, Mr. Knox will speak of his observations while traveling through the South, on his recent Lecture tour. Prof. Booker T. Washington was in the city a few moments Wednesday morning. He was on his way to Decatur, Ill. George L. Knox, who had received a telegram from Mr. Washington informing him of his arrival in the city, met him at the depot with a number of prominent citizens, among whom were Dr. R. French Hurley, Wm. M. Lewis, Dr. S. A. Furniss, John Puryear, James H. Lott, Rev. E. L. Gilliam and Elwood C. Knox. Mr. Washington expressed himself as gratified at the impromptu reception accorded him by Mr. Knox and committee. The Contest for the most popular minister was closed Tuesday Dec. 31, at 9 p. m., at the Surprise Store 348-50 Indiana Ave., there were 9000 votes cast. Rev. Gilliam received the largest number of votes and was pressed very hard at times by Rev. Ferrell and Rev. Gibson who were both in the lead at several times. The voting is as following: Rev. Gilliam will please call at our store and get measure for a $85 suit. Business Mentions. Go to A. D Fields' Home Bakery and soup house at 519 Indiana Ave. The Grill Room which has been added to the Oakwood Bar at 214 Indiana Avenue is proving a great success, the proprietor Mr. Al Fields is polite and entertaining and gives each patron his personal attention. A choice line of liquors, wines and cigars are always kept on hand at the bar. Luck, Happiness Good Health to all. Luck, Happiness Good Health to all. * The Maggie Handkerchief or the Magic Garter, with the Egyptian Secret, enables you to gain any one's love, to overcome all obstacles in life, possess riches, be successful in speculations or any business undertakings. Brings good health. They have no equal, and, dear friend, I advise you to obtain either the Magic Handkerchief or the Magic Garter at once, and be happy. I guarantee satisfaction. Sensefully sealed on receipt of $1 each, and with it I will answer your questions free of charge. Don't fail to send to-day, for one or both of these. Address Prof. W. H. J. Shaw, 1122 South 4th street, St. Louis, Mo. Copies of the Freeman may be found at G. F. Baker's shoe shop every Saturday, 1128 First Avenue, Birmingham, Ala. HAPPENINGS IN OLD KENTUCKY MR. M. W. SALES. A PADUCAH BOY, IN WASHINGTON, D. G. Cupid's Darts Playing Havoc with Our Young Society Folks--George Gray Shot Several Days Ago by "Spot" Polk is dead Paducah, Ky., Special. FAREWELL (1901) DEAR FRIEND Farewell, dear friend, for now we must part, I know, I shall ne'er see you again, I must go alone, for dead thour art, Yet, my love for thee, art the same. We were friends, indeed, in the past; I loved thee as only a friend could It grieves me much to part; but alas; I in weary of sin—I must walk as I should. WE WANT Mr. H. B. Davis, Prof. Joe Hamilton, Mr. Sandy Slaten and others to revive the old Literary Club. The Hickory Farm cast to produce "broken fetters." Pete Miller, Dutch Logan and Old "30" to stop fighting "booze." Gus Givens to stop thinking he's the only guitarist in the city. L. Z Brown to know he has the prettiest girl in town, and Doc Grant to know he's not the only pugilist if he did win a decision over Mr. Harvey Doby. IMFORMATION WANTED: Would like to know the whereabouts of my brother, Robert McClarity, a cabinet-maker by trade was last heard of in Indianapolis, I.d. Any information concerning him will be gladly received by Mrs Lizzie Alexander. "The Bee," Paducah's weekly journal has been discontinued for an indefinite period. Mrs Parthenia Dickinson was the charming hostess of the reception, Dec., 30, at which Paducah's society was well represented. Melville W. Sales, Jr., now attending Howard Univers, ty in Washington D. C. is progressing nicely with his studies. He now fills prescriptions in the medical department for Freedman's Hospital, which affords Mr. Sales a greater opportunity for practice than any drug store in that city. He fills on an average of 90 prescriptions daily. Mr. Sales will spend his vacation in the Pullman service, running from New York to San Francisco. The Teamsters Union will shortly, give a swell ball. George Marshall, the popular barber of Court street requests all teamsters going to the ball to stop at his parlor and get shaved before the wool on your face will be so long he will have to charge you for a hair cut. Wm. Nolan is visiting in Terre Hante, Ind. "Buddle" pray accept the humble congratulations of your Paducah friends. It may be we are too late—you never said a word about it; is it true? Dr. W. H. Nelson, of Louisville, Ky., was in the city the 6th inst on business. Major Anderson, 5-8th street is very sick. James Merriwether of Adams-st. after a long expedition up the Tennessee river is home for a short stay. Mrs. Jerry Reed, the venerable mother of Rev Reed is very sick. Moses Copeland is visiting friends in St. Louis this week. Lewis walker, of Washington street, continues to register upon the sick list, but is much improved. An orchestra of nine instruments is being organized in the lower end. Instrumentation; 1st and 2nd. violins; 1st and 2nd. claironets; 1st and 2nd cornets and trap drums. Mrs. Willie Oneil of Washington street is convalescent. Mrs. Bond, of Plunkett Hill is able to be out again. Miss Maranda Thomas is very sick at the residence of her brother, Mr. Thomas on Washington street. Mr. Thomas Tramble of the Richmond House force is to marry Miss Mary Ann Clark on the 6th inst. The Freeman extends congratulations. Mrs. M. W. Sales of 11th street is convalescent. Messrs Winfrey and Marshall, proprietors of the Cottage Grove Saloon on Court street have added an up-to-date cafe, where meals are served night and day. Mrs. Bettie Young, after an illness of short duration is able to be out again. It is becoming quite common especially for some young girls, who think themselves grown, to parade up and down Broadway every Saturday afternoon, twisting and flirting, calling across the street to bootblacks who they consider their adonis, and even saying a great many ugly things that would cause the toughest character on "goo" to blush. Shame on you, girls! You should have more respect for your beloved parents than disgrace yourselves in such a disreputable manner. A hint to the wise is sufficient. What's the matter with "Uncle Nathe?" He's all right. Mr. Richard Montgomery is a U.B.F. now. Abe says "Dick" was and always will be a U.B.F. (Big Fool) Edward Lounderman, of Jones street is suffering from a boil on his hand. Postmaster General, Hon. Chas. Emery Smith, boasts that the colored brethren are faring pretty well at Washington. Under him are 34 colored brethren, who get $24,680 a year. In the consular service, which comes under the State department are eleven colored consuls who get $25,000. I. H. Halsley General Superintendent of the National Industrial Beneficial Endowment Co., is still in the city inspecting business. Mrs. Cora Askew age 85 died on the 2nd inst. at 415 S. 2nd street and was buried at Oak Grove. Please have your little five cents ready when your agent brings your paper. Mrs. Dona Bogans is very ill at 10th and Washington. Say G. W. what has become of the "Jolly Frys?" Gus Robinson the well-known N. I. B. S. agent, after a week's sojourn in Dover, Tenn., returned home. Mrs. Isabelle Thomas of Plunkett Hill is able to be out again. "Doc" Grant, our well-known second-hand clothier, was out doing some of this old time "go away back and sit down" advertising. She said you looked like the "rag man was after you 'Doo' you must be a dreaming." Mrs. Rhamel Lechan, after a brief illness, is able to be out. Portions Boyd and Charlie Frog, after living easy and getting their pork chops greasy all the summer are certainly hitting it hard stemming tobacco, "that's rght boys." Mrs. Bobbie Shaw, of Boyd street, is very ill. Mrs. Emma Harvey has opened a cafe at 818 Boyd street, and wishes all her friends to call on her. Meals at all hours. Mrs. Ella McClure, of Eleventh and Court streets, is improving. The daughter of C. H. C. Turner, on N. Eleventh street, is on the sick list. George Gray, who was shot on the 30th alt., by "Spot" Polk, died Jan. 5th. Last Sunday was contribution day at the First Ward Baptist Church of which Rev. W. E. Glover is pastor. This church was founded by Rev. Glover along in the 90's and to just let your mind roll back in those ancient times when it was nothing but a "Little smoky shack" with a few old rough plank benches and a little country dinner bell, through thick and thin, trials and tribulations this church has grown to be one of the strongest churches in Western Kentucky. May the good Lord bless those earnest and faithful members and their pastor and may He help them to bear their burdens. Mr. and Mrs. Joe McCuller of 11th and Boyd streets are on the sick list. Words of Praise. Received, Dec. 7, 1901, from Louis Morris, Cinclafre, La —The Ozonized Ox Marrow Co., Chicago, Ill., Dear Sirs—Your pomade is the best preparation Iver saw. It stops falling out hair and makes hair pliable and silky. Your hair pomade has no equal. Received Nov., 19, 1901, from Mattie M. Reynolds, Brookhaven Mise., Dear Sirs—I must confess I never tried any preparation so excellent for the hair as your Ozonixed Ox Marrow so I send for another bottle. It is the only thing that gives life to the hair. Received Nov. 22, 1901 from Mrs. Fannie L. Williams, Cold Springs, Tex. Gentlemen:—I am well pleased with your Ozonized Ox Marrow. It is all that you claim it to be; straightens the hair, cures Dandruff and stops it from breaking off. Please send me two more bottles. Inclosed find money order $1. for the same. See advertisement "Wonderful Discovery" in this paper for further particulars and order a bottle. It does the work just right. Elvria News. Elyria, O., Special.—The Christmas holidays a time when all the world is glad; a time when we give and receive gifts as tokens of love, in remembrance of the Christ-Child, who was born in the city of Bethlehem nineteen hundred years ago, has come, filled us with joy and gladness and passed all too swiftly into eternity. Taking with it the beautiful balmy Spring weather and we realize now as we cross the threshold of this New Year that winter weather is coming again and we face it and the bright future lying before us with renewed zeal courage and a strong determination to follow, the new resolutions written on the fresh clean page. May all be successful. The Christmas exercises of the Second M. E. church were well attended. The children entertained the audience with songs and recitations in a manner that showed they had been well trained for the occasion. They were each presented with a gift from the tree which filled their little hearts with gladness and they went home wishing Xmas could soon come again. The pastor, Rev. J. T. Leggett and the Supt. Mr. P. Mercdith made some very appropriate remarks. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Miller, daughter and Mrs. Garner attended during the holidays a concert given under the auspices of the W. H. M. Society of the Second M. E church of Lorain. Mrs. J. T. Leggett and Miss Maud Donnell entertained on New Year's day, Misses Alice L. Howard, Mabel Davis, Messrs. H. Champ, C. Cheesman, L. Allen students of Oberlin and Mrs. Annie Banks. At 7:30 all they left for Lorain to take part in the Emancipation exercises. Mrs. Samuel Gant is very ill. Mrs. Joseph Townsend spent the holidays in Oberlin with her mother. The friends here of The Freeman wish it a prosperous New Year. WANTED Barkeepers and Porters to send for free samples and premium lists, HARVEY CHEMICAL CO., 216 N. Fifth Street, Lavelette, Ind. Melrose 59 Congress St., DETROIT, MICH. [In writing ple se mention The Freeman] Groves & Betz PLUMBERS Incandescent Lighting A Specialty. MANTEL of all Kinds Give us a trial. COLUMBIA Have You Rheumatism? If so why suffer? Many cures have been effected through the use of Dr. Whites' Gout and Rheumatic Pills. 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Many of our customers say one of our dollar boxes is better than one of our one dollar box. The M6-SMELL thrown in free. Any person sending us one dollar in a letter or Post-Office money order, express money order, or registered letter, we will send it through the mail. C. O. B. it will come by express, $2c. extra. In any case where it fails to do what we claim we will return the money or send a box free of charges, so that no one will know con lects accept. The man who writes a datent medicine advertisements is indeed a paradox. He feels that he is a great success when he gives every a pain. Scribbler—"Literature is on the decline." Scrawler—"That's right. Everything I send to the magazines is declined". E. C. Cooper is The Freeman's agent in Anniston, Ala. Address 1600 Pine street. DO YOU LIVE in a town having 200 or more Negro population? If so, and you want to make $50 to $300 per month see $1.00 for full particulars. Satisfaction guaranteed catalogue of other high-class goods. F. D. GREEN CO., Dept. B. Glendive, Mont. AGENTS - New money-making enterprises no canvassing; particular free. Frisco Nov iy Co., Dept. F. 3111 Bush St. S. F. California. $1500 a year, you can make from Eggs. Every house wife should know how to preserve eggs for one year. An interactive and young. No canvassing. Write-free circular. Searchlight Chemical Co., Lansing, Mich. Muncie Items. Munice, Ind., Special. —A drama was given at A. M. E. church Thursday evening by a company from Anderson, Ind. Revival services will soon commence at A. M. E. church. Mr. Charles Scott and wife have excepted positions at the C. R. & M. depot. Mrs. Scott will act as Matron. Mr. Otis Braboy of Kokomo, Ind., has returned home after a very pleasant visit with Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Stokes of South Jefferson street. Revival services have commenced at Second Baptist church W. E. Robbins spent Sunday in Alexandria. On the evening of Jan. 1, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Stokes 716 South Jefferson street the ladies of the Progress club gave their husbands a banquet in commemoration of their first Anniversary. Mr. W. H. Stokes acted as toast master and the following gentlemen responded Dr. J. W. Norrel, Robert Riff, L. A. Fletcher, W. E Robbins and others. The decorations were Evergreen, Holly and Mistletoe. Miss Vernur Robbins and Mr. P. S. Rhoades furnished music for the occasion assisted by Mr. Wallace Johnston with a whistling solo and J. M. Robbins with solo on Harmonics. The menu consisted of four courses. Social games were indulged in after which all dispersed expressing themselves highly pleased The visitors from out of town were Mr. Otis Brayboy of Kokomo, Ind., and Miss Gertrude Okey of Greenville, O. Mrs. Minnie Dixon who has been very ill is convexing. Miss Ceilia Hart of Lima, O., has returned home after a visit with Miss Newman her cousin. Interesting Notes. Nashville, Tenn., Special.—St. John A. M. E. church, corner of Spruce and Cedar streets, was sold Dec 31, 1901, at 12 o'clock. The Extension Board of the A.M. E church succeeded in buying same at a bid of $6 883.25. A happier new year was never spent in St. John chapel than the one of January 1, 1902 Rev. C. Asbury, the pastor, and his congregation, with a host of friends who so faithfully assisted, have renewed their strength, and have entered the work with a greater determination than ever for the payment of this indebtedness. Among the many Christmas and New Year entertainments that have been given in East Nashville none have been of a more superb character than that given by the Petrineil Social Club, Friday night, Jan. 3, 1902, at the residence of Miss Anna Stout, 724 Smiley street. Various kinds of games were played by the merry seekers. While dancing was thought to have been prohibited by the hostess, yet those who delighted in such were amply satisfied while the hostess and the preachers were enjoying themselves in another apartment of the house. Among a few of the present, as it is impossible to mention half of them, were the following: Mr and Mrs Sanders, Mr and Mrs Joe White, Miss Anna Stout, Archie Steaverson, Miss Samnella Bush and Walter Grays, Miss Georgia Smith and Wm Grays, Miss Georgia Stout and Wm Henderson, Miss Hattie Claibrooks and Rev. Craft, Miss Katie Flax and Horace Scales, Rev. and Mrs Sutton E Griggs, Mr and Mrs Dock Hart, Miss Louella Mays and Dr. Wheeler, Miss Charles Benette and Felix White, Miss Parilee Phillips and Joe Holmes. Mr and Benette, Miss Lillie Stratton and Mr Hugh, Miss Mary Batts and Robert Eastman, Miss Nancey Loyd and Mr Roberts, Miss Louise Swiney and Wm Stout, Miss Ellen Brown and James Skvies Miss Ella Webb and B Z Eakin, Mrs Mayhan and Robert Wootsen, Mrs McClam and Walter Polk. News Notes. Springfield, Ill., Special.—The Leland Cafe is one of the finest in the state, out side of Chicago. Judging from how systematic it is carried on, the waiters are very efficient. They are masters. Watson, Anderson and Edmounds. The drama at St. Paul A. M. E. church, under the direction of Mr. Shelley P. Jones of the Leland Hotel was a success. The lecture before the Culture Club of Union church last Sunday evening by Supt. Van Dorn from the subject, "Needs of the Negro," was good and d timely. Rev. Sanders delivers an able sermons at St. Paul every Sunday. The Freeman is on sale at Odd Fellows' building, at Thompson Bro's grocery and at Leland Hotel. 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