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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 VOLUME XV. NUMBER 4. IN THE PHILIPPINES GREAT CHANGES MADE IN ADMINISTRATION OF AFFAIRS AMERICAN FORM OF GOVERNMENT Has Been Established and Competent Natives Installed in Some Provinces--A Growing Unrest and its Cause--Enormous Price for Wood. America has been been in position of these islands since 1898. Great changes have been made in the administration of public affairs. Government has been established upon American principles and wherever the natives have been found competent they have been given charge of the functions of the government in the different provinces. In many respects this has seemed to be satisfactory and yet from our observation there seems to be a growing spirit of unrest. There must be a cause for it but where lies the cause? Prosperity is seen on every hand; There is more money in circulation now then ever in the history of these islands; the laboring classes are better fed, that is, they have an abundance; better clothed; they get more for their produce, more for their labor; the wealthier get better rent and are more promptly paid and yet there is this spirit of unrest. Some months ago five or six hundred American school teachers were brought here and put into the schools. These schools are established upon American principles, a secular education is to be given each child free of cost; thousands of books were bought for this purpose: histories, geographies and arithmetics are printed in Spanish: the primary books in English. The old Spanish catechism, or book of the doctrine of the Catholic church, which was taught in the schools, was excluded. A committee of the natives met the commissioners, made a fight for the continuation of the Book of Doctrine and that Catholic teachers be given the preference; they set forth strong arguments but they were of no avail; the catechism had to go. Right here we will find the cause of this unrest. Some one may smile and say, that is too trivial; if there was any unrest, that is not the cause of it. The Book of Doctrine has always been taught in the schools; many of them have no higher education; nearly all of them can read it, it is required of them. They are a religious people even though they do not live up to the standard of the Christian religion. Religion with them is first, that is the Catholic religion. Are they guilty of unthoughtfulness, idolatry, stealing and every other crime in the deologue? The sin lies at the door of their religious teachers. I am informed that under Spanish rule the native priests were secondary in the government of affairs, both religious and secular. The Spanish priests were blamed for everything; they wanted them returned to Spain; hundreds of them returned and today the native priests are first in the affairs of religion. They have great influence over the people, they are capable of doing a great deal of mischief or good; retarding or accelerating the government as established. The senior priest of this Pueblo a few weeks ago offered to one of our American teachers, $15 more on the month than he is getting to teach a parochial school in this town. This is the first move in this direction to thwart the purposes of the government. This is the scheme probably in other places but this is the first hand I have seen. They prefer no education if it lacks the the teachings and knowledge of the church. In making the above statement and that which follows I have reference in particular to this part of Southern Luzon, reminding our readers that Manilla is not the Phillippine Islands. The Filipino learns very quickly how to put a value upon himself and his labor. During the Spanish rule they were not asked what will you do this work for, or how much do you want per day? They were ordered to do this or that, when finished they would be paid 20 cents, or given a little rice. Americans fixed a price for them at $1.00 Mex, or 50 per day. Understand, that they can purchase as much for 500 as an American can get for $1.00. They have concluded that their work is worth more, hence they demand now $1.50 or 75e per day or no work, and it is really hard work to get them to work even at their own price. The Quar- termaster of this post has offered $6.00 per cord for wood, and he cannot get a stick; they will bring in a small bundle on their heads and charge you 25c for it. It is fortunate for us that we do not need very much wood. They are tampering with the wrong people. Roads for the public traffic must be made, bridges repaired and new ones made, houses built for the accommodation of officers and enlisted men, transports must be loaded and unloaded; if they will not do this work, then imported laborers must do it and do it. The indolence and laziness of the Filipino will not and cannot retard American progress. They do not understand or will not understand that there are losses as well as profits in business. They calculate altogether upon the profit. I am living in a house which is rented for $20.00 Mex. Our last storm damaged the roof so that it leaked badly. I requested the landlord to repair it; he replied that he could not do so when he was only getting $20.00 per month; that he would lose; that he would do so and raise the rent $5.00. The roof was repaired and the rent was not raised either. The Filipino in one respect is like the American Negro. In business he has no confidence in his brother Filipino; he will not patronize him unless he is under obligation; he will deal with the Chinaman or the Spaniard before he will his own. Senior Mariano Perfecto is a Filipino; he owns the business of four stores under the same roof. One of these he conducts himself, assisted by his wife and daughter; the others are conducted by Chinamen. Either of the three does twice as much business as he, but they would not if it were known that the business was his. We have a peculiar people to Americanize. Our knowing men are very sanguine of ultimate success. It may not be in our time, but it will be. The millions of dollars that are being expended in shaping things will return by and by with one hundred per cent. profit. GEO. W. PRIOLEAN, Chaplain 9th Cav., Guinobatan, Prov. de Albay, P. I. Revival in Progress. Revival in Progress. Mobile, Ala, Special.—The appearance of the Freeman in Mobile last Saturday was gladly received, and the many admirers of the Freeman were on the highways looking for the agent. Bethel A. M. E. church is carrying on a revival. Many souls are being converted. Rev. M. Molli has proven himself to be a faithful worker. It is said by both white and colored that State Street A. M. E. Zion church has one of the best trained choirs in the state. Prof. T. W. Toben is chorister. Mrs. L. H. Cook has a national reputation as a soprano singer, having had the honor of singing for Rev. Sam Jones when that gentleman was in Mobile. Rev. Jones said he had heard some of the best trained white soprano singers in 45 states of this country, but no voice had he ever heard that surpasses the voice of Mrs. Cook. All of the waiters and cooks of Mobile have pledged their support to The Freeman. The following head waiters are now holding the fort in Mobile: J. W. Flood, Battle House; Claud Matthews, Binville; Ed. Sims, Windsor; E. L. Stevens, Dolmison; J. L. Tribune, Southern; E. Gales, Carmuranal. All the hotels of Mobile are run by colored help. P. D. Barker has been resigned postmaster of Mobile. All of the leading colored citizens are rejoicing, as the Mobile postoffice has 22 mail carriers and all are colored with the exception of two. James T. Peterson, president of the Mobile Shoe and Department store, is captain of the carriers. Rev. Nusan, the new pastor of Emanuel A. M. E. church, is sweeping things before him and his members seem to love him already, and his congregation has been increased. One of the things that retards the success of the waiters of Mobile is, that they do not read The Freeman, the only Negro paper that devotes a page to hotel news. Ben Johnson had the honor on New Year's night of furnishing and manning the white Striker's banquet. Covers were laid for 500 guests. J. N. Stevens, second waiter at the Binville, was headwaiter, and was highly complimented by Mr. Johnson and the officers of the strikers. He had 45 waiter under his control. Where to Purchase The Freeman. The Freeman will be for sale every Saturday and Sunday at the following places in Mobile, Ala.: Lula Compton's fruit stand, 178 Davis avenue; A. C. Johnson's restaurant, 113 Davis avenue; Braxton's barber shop, 61 Joacham street. For all publications, subscriptions, etc., call on local reporter, J. S. Davis, 610 St. Michael street. (A NEW YEAR'S TALE.) WHEREIN A PRIMA, A HEAVY MENTLY WITH NEARLY WHEREIN A PRIMA, A HEAVY AND A MINSTREL FIGURED COM MENTLY WITH NEARLY DISASTROUS EFFECT. When Orlando Jocost attended the aristocratic reception of the Orpheus Society a few days before Xmas, he did not have the slightest idea that he was destined to undergo any excruciating torture of mind after having been introduced to the charming Mrs. Genevieve Mezzo, a prima dona connected with one of the leading opera companies. In fact, had the person who made the two acquainted given the proper enunciation to the word "Mrs," untold, aggravating experiences would have saved all concerned. Orlando, though in ignorance of the true status of the lady, was transported with delight. His companion's sparkling personality and vivacious disposition completely intoxicated him with a longing for a more intimate acquaintance, and in the course of the pleasant conversation acquired the privilege of calling upon her at some future day. To those manifestations of exuberant feelings, Mrs. Mezzo responded that it would give her unbounded delight to receive a visit from the popular Theorist Now it also transpired that during the evening Roland Heavyy, a young man who HON. ISAIAH T. The Newly Appointed Receiver had launched out as a tragedian, found himself silently admiring the trim prima dona, and after seeking some one to introduce him, met the idol of his adoration descending the stairs to the supper room as he was coming up; and when the lady reached the last step, she accidentally dropped her pearl-handled fan. It is not known whether Poland had ever taken any lessons in gym, nastics, but the alacrity with which he recovered that fan was evidence that he and the horizontal bar were not strangers. Of course after receiving her profusion of thanks the way was open for a formal talk, and he, too, smitten with the charms of so graceful a conversationalist, requested an audience later on, to all of which the trembling prima dona said ne'er a word. But not to be out done, Poland exclaimed: "Well, silence gives consent, so I'll call," and Mrs. Mezzo as she rejoined the merry dancers in the ball room, sighed just like any other mortal. It was New Year's Day—that day in which mankind, generally, dispenses hospitality WRITEEN FOR THE FREEMAN. CHAPTER I. AND A MINSTREL FIGURED COM- Y DISASTROUS EFFECT. to friend and foe alike; and the famous prima dona's parlors were tasteful decorated for the reception of callers, for Mme, Mezzo's New Year's offerings were townk for weeks after the event, and on this particular day she had gathered around her a bevy of beautiful satellites to make the occasion more conspicuous. She was seated in the parlor late in the evening after the other belles had departed, assorting the New Year's cards, with a slight ring apprised her that more callers were at hand. When she opened the door there stood Mr. Orlando Jocost. After the usual exchange of greetings, Orlando made no attempt to depart, and the prima was forced to listen to the cooings of Tom and Jerry, medierie, champagne, egnog swain till she was almost despairing of rescue before dawn, when a sonorous peal of the bell announced that "still they come." When the newcomer was ushered in, Mrs. Mezzo discovered that the person was he of the "ifan incident." At the sight of Orlando, Poland's brow suddenly contracted, for he remembered that it was Jocost who had the temerity to assert at the Rialto, that he (Poland) strut, ted the stage like a sick pullet, and now this villerid was basking in the sunlight of the precious adorable. Never should the unwashed Knight of Burnt Cork see the elec MONTGOMERY, of Public Moneys of Mississippi. tric flash of footlights again, so advancing, he exclaimed: "Sir, I perceive thou art in wrong Hamlet?" To which Orlando rejoins: "Well, I don't know." This dramatic play is a conundrum to the Prima, and she says: "Gentlemen, what is the matter?" But this only irritates Poland, who reaches in his inside pocket, produces a murderous-looking dagger, and advancing toward Orlando, shouts: "Destroyer of cabbage, weeds and smoked ham, prepare to exist longer." And evidently there would have been a tragedy had not the Prima rushed between them and said: "Hear me gentlemen! You are both misguided creatures; why. I am married already!" The significant look both exchanged as they shook hands, has sealed a friendship no Prima can break, and they both got partners before, not at the ball. Church News in General Syracuse, N. Y., Special.—Rev. McDaniel, pastor of Bethany Baptist church, is gradually recovering from the injury he received by a fall a few weeks ago. His speedy recovery and his immediate return to his A THESPIAN. church work, is earnestly desired by all who have the interest of the race at heart. The members and friends of St. Phillip's church have been called upon to put a drama on in one of the adjacent towns, on Monday evening, Jan. 20th. Mrs. E. J. Wonders, a member of St. Phillip's choir, and president of the Woman's Aid Society, is the drawing card, who will sing on that occasion. Owing to the stormy weather, the Spinster's convention was not so well attended Thursday and Friday evenings, Jan. 16th and 17th, which was given in Zion church under the auspices of Mrs. Littleton S. Lee, for the benefit of said church. IMPORTANT POINT GREAT EVENTS IN THE SUFFAN DISTRICTS. THE WINDY CITY BY THE L Budget of News Gathered by a Representative--Society and Interests to the Readers of INTERESTING SOCIAL EVENTS Two Young Lady Teachers Rapidly Rising Into Prominence. Cairo, Ill., Special.—Go to Chas. Smith's 14th and Walnut streets when you want anything in the grocery line. The Impromptu club gave a party in honor of Mr. H. Harden who left for St. Louis, Mo. The music was the attraction of the evening. Those present were Misses J. Jenkins, Ida Bedford, A. Penn. Elsie Jenkins, H. Jones, M. Stuart, Messrs. H. Harden, W. Rice, W. Ricks, O. Hewett, F. Taylor, E. Payne. The revival at Rev. Crumpton's church is one of the greatest ever witnessed in Southern Illinois. About fifteen converts and about fifty mourners are enrolled. Let every soul see that the good work is done. Mrs. Violet Washington 608 Twenty-second-st. entertained her many friends, Jan. 14 in honor of Rev. P. C. Cooper. Those present were Misses, J. C. Lewis, E. C. Self, Clara Glychrist, Lizzie Gales, Lyda Taylor, Ernestine Jenkins, Mrs. C. H. Hudson, Mrs. Nelson, Hanse Mitchell, Miss Amelia Pearson, C. P. Williams and wife, Mrs. Violet Washington hostess. Mr. C. H. Hudson used as toastmaster. Little Mary Ruffins has lost her beloved partner, Miss Dewitt Shorter, who has sailed to parts unknown. School mates bear with her and her troubles. May God bless you Mary. Mr. and Mrs. Maderson entertained a large number of young people at their residence on 14th street in honor of their daughter, Francis's birthday, Jan. 13. Those present wer Misses Stella Partee, Josie Ruffins, Mamie Johnson, Laura Johnson, Maud Dunlap, Mary Penn, Dempire Robertson, Lillie Swarks, Frankie Morris, Florence Dixon, Henry Martin, Joe Taylor, Fred Young, Joe Penn, James Venus, Ed. Ruffin, Bert Harris, Mur Davis, Beadron Dunlap, Mrs. Fffie Penn, hostess; Mr. Emmet Maderson, entertainer; music by F. Ross's band, Miss Laura Simms was called to Luxora, Ark., to see her sick mother. Miss Bessie Phillips has gone to Metropolis to spend the winter with her sister Mrs. Phillips. The Household of Ruth, No. 1312 gave a well reception at Mrs. Lancaster's Jan. 16, which was well attended. Miss Birdie Rouse of Paducah is the guest of her aunt on 9th street. Mis-Mary Novell is the guest of Miss Mattie Woods, 709 Wash avenue. Mrs. C. Phillips of 12th street and Fred Thompson are on the sick list. Miss Vestrice Phillips has returned to her school after having an operation performed on her throat which was very sore. Miss Miss Lillie Osley of Louis the guest of Mrs Branch Young. No. 3, Star of Egypt, S. M. T. gave a swell entertainment Jan. 11, at the residence of Mrs. Turner, 1202 Cedar street, Miss Maude Cook made a flying visit to her mother, Mrs. A. Miller, on 17th street and returned to her school the same day. Mrs. Dunes' daughter came to visit her Jan. 12 and returned the same day. Miss Dumes and Miss Maude Cook are two prospering young ladies, both of Cairo, and hold the honor of being first-class teachers, in various parts of the state. The Freeman extends congratulations and hopes that they may continue to prosper. There are two little babies on the sick list. Ollie Givens of 524 Nineteenth street and Sallie Smith of 524 Eighteenth street. Robert Carson, of Paducah was in the city and takes charge of the guitar in Mr. Ed. Overby's string band. There is a young miss that goes to 19th street school who has some very ugly ways on the streets and if she don't mind she will be personated. The ball given by the 400 club came near being a complete failure. City a few were present. Music was rendered by Prof. Smith's band. If you want to know anything about the Freeman ask Ed Overby; he is willing to give any information he can. Mrs. Willie Leflet Lackett, who has been the guest of her brother has returned to her home in Chicago. Mrs. Mary Leflet visiting her cousin Elizabeth Eliza Penick of 1803 Walnut street William T Stephens has been notified of having successfully passed the civil service examinations. We hope a speedy appointment will follow. 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. C. R. Johnson, of 2946 Armour avenue, wife of C. R. Johnson, the well known headwaiter, accompanied by her sister, Mrs. Bertha Caloway, of 3552 Forest avenue, have gone on a visit to friends in Cleveland and Cambridge, O., and Niles, Mich. At Cambridge Mrs. Johnson will visit Mrs. Hattie Ransome, mother of Rev. Dr. Ransom, warden of the Institutional church of this city. Mrs. Johnson will spend several weeks in the Buckeye state. Mr. J. Berry died at the hospital last week from bright's disease. He leaves a wife and one child. Mr. Perry was buried by John Jones Lodge, F. and A. M. NORTH BIDE NOTES. Edith, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. D. Smith, of 493 Wells street, who has been afflicted with seemingly an incurable disease which has baffled the medical skill of doctors of two hospitals for the past two years, shows no signs of improvement. Two years ago Edith was healthy and bright and a cheerful little school girl, with a bright future before her, and surrounded by a host of little playmates. But today poor Edith lies a helpless invalid in her room, shut off from the outside world and its joys. There are no playmates as of oure, but the tender touch of a loving mother's hand has faithfully administered to her wants as only a mother can. Edith may rest assured that she has the heartfelt sympathy of The Freeman and the North Siders in general. Miss Wright, of 42 Scott street, is on the sick list. Miss Wright is a Sunday school teacher at Herman church. Dee Palmer, brother of Dan Palmer, has returned from a visit to South Bend, Ind. Dee Palmer, brother of Dana Palmer, has returned from a visit to South Bend, Ind. Fountain No. —, Grand United Order of True Reformers, installed their officers for the ensuing year at their hall last Friday night. They are as follows: J. H. Lawrence, Grand Master; Mrs. Holiday, Worthy Mistress; Miss Lucille Williams, Secretary; Lucy Everage, Chaplain; J. N. McGhee, Right Hand Supporter; Irving McChristain, Picket Guard; Joe Thomas, Inside Picket; Miss Susie Brew, W. Guide; Miss Till White, Assistant Guide; Mrs. J. Cook, Sick Treasurer. Rev. J. N. Green is improving. Rev. Jordan Chavis preached at Herman church last Sunday, as Rev. Harris was ill and unable to be present. Messra, J. B. Streets, R. L. Harris, R. M. Coomer, S. D. Hayes and W. F. Cozart addressed the Sunday club on the Chinese question last Sunday. W. FORREST COZART, 253 Twenty-ninth street. Moving to Oklahoma. Dyersburg, Tenn., Special—Dr. W. W. Sevier, of the C. M. E. church, preached his first quarterly sermon last Sunday at 11 a.m. Collection, $27.00. Henry Lawson left for Hot Springs, Ark., for his health, where he will spend a few months. On last Sunday evening about fifteen families left this city to make their future home in Oklahoma. There were four or five hundred people at the station to bid them good bye. Mrs. Amanda Doyle celebrated the anniversary of her birth Jan. 4th. Quite a number of friends were present and she was the recipient of numerous presents. Everyone had an enjoyable time. A mass meeting was held at the C. M. E. church Wednesday night last. Church and Society Gossip. Logansport, Ind., Special—Harry Bedle of Delphi, was in the city on business last week. Mrs. Dr. Ford has gone on a trip South. Charley Jones has accepted a position in the barber shop of C. S. Jones. The revival meetings at the A. M. E. church, under the pastorate of Rev. A. M. Taylor, has met with much success and the church is greatly revived. There have been some ten or fifteen additions to the church. Rev. Taylor is a great revivalist. A. J. Allen has moved to the East End. GREAT EVENTS IN THE SUBUR- BAN DISTRICTS. Budget of News Gathered by a Staff Representative--Society and Local Interests to the Readers of The Freeman. Chicago, Ill., Special to The Freeman. Little May Fields, three year old child of Mrs. Fields of 1616 Dearborn-st. died last week. William H. Connor died at 3246 Dearborn street last week, of consumption. He was a member of Quinn Chapel and was buried from that church. He was also a member of John Jones Lodge, A. F. & A. M. and was buried by that order. His daughter came from Louisville to the funeral. Mr. Geo. W. Hinman, editor of the Daily Inter-Ocean has become proprietor of that paper and in the future will be proprietor and editor. The Inter-Ocean has been the colored peoples staunchest friend and we belive that Mr. Hinman will continue to fight for right and justice. Chief of Police, O'Neil has started a war on the Police Protective Association and as a starter has suspended desk sergeant Wright of the Cottage Grove station who is president of the Police Protective Association. The order is a secret one and has $20,000 in its treasury which seemed to alarm the chief. The board of election commissioners has asked the comptroller for $349,333 50 for election expenses for the year, 1902. Of the above amount $105,180 is to be used in the April elections. Mr. C, C. McClain, who conducted a book and cigar store at 428 Dearborn-st. suffered quite a loss by fire last week; no insurance. Mr. McLain is also agent for The Freeman. Chicago has more sky scrapers than any other city in the world. The Masonic Temple, the Fisher and the old colony building range from 17 to 21 stories high. There are seven 16 story buildings, 3 fifteen story, 6 fourteen 8 thirteen story buildings and five other buildings in course of erection that will range between 14 and 18 stories. Many of the above buildings front from a half to a whole block and being mostly office buildings. It requires from three to five mail carriers to deliver mail in one building. This is especially true of the Monadnock building, 16 stories high which fronts on Dearborn from Jackson boulevard to Vanburen. street. The city schools of Chicago are in danger of being closed on account of the lack of funds. The number of the school teachers have been reduced and the salaries of those remaining have been reduced and the night schools heretofore a great feature have been abandoned. The closing of the 20 night schools is a great blow to the poor class of people. Rev. I. N. Daniels has been pouring hot shot into old Satan's camp during the revival meeting at the Wayman M. E. Church. The revival has been very successful and has been the means of adding five new members to the church. The converts are Misses Josephine Sullivan, Janetella Harris and Messrs. Jas. Miller, Horace Bonner and H. Cobb, Rev. Daniels has been bery ably assisted by Rev. Jesse Woods, who is a very able speaker. Mr J. W. Cabbell of 237 Chicago ave has been taking a vacation for several weeks after three years steady work Mr. Cabbell is again in harness and seems to be good for three years more continuous work. The Banquet whist club held its weekly meeting at the residence of Mrs. Clinton 444 State street. Thursday evening, January 9 The meeting was well attended and ever, one spent a pleasant evening playing whist. At 11.30 the hostess led her guests to a beautifully set table and all partook of a very delightful lunch. The menu was: Oyster stew; roast turkey; with dressing; cranberry sauce, celery and salad; sardines garnished with lemons, cheese, crackers pickles and cake. There is a set of half grown girls and boys on the North side who visit the churches just to see how much noise they can make by talking and giggling during the sermon and other services. It is deplorable that some young people of our race are such illbred degenerates. We propose to publish the names of these boys and girls also that of their parents unless their deportment is improved. HYDE PARK NOTES. The program rendered by the members of the Hyde Park literary society last Thursday evening was one of the most classical ever rendered. The program consisted of recitations, declamations, essays, orations and short addresses. Every one leaving after the adjournment felt that his thirst had been quenched at the intellectual fountain, whose crystal stream meanders to the river and the sea until it is lost in the great beyond. There is room at the top and we hope to send forth some boy or girl that will elbow their way among THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. the leading men and women of the race. Mrs. Coleman the well known comic rectter was called upon by request and filled everyone with laughter. Miss Jennie Freeman will startle the world some day as a prima donna of the 20th Century. The chitterling supper given at Mr George Perkin's 5135 Lake Ave., appeased the appetites of all lovers of chitterlings. The event was graced with music and various games. Mr. Gill Williams one of Hyde Park's star waiters and a reporter of the African Herald is coming into prominence by his persuasive arguments filled with profound thought. He is a walking encyclopedia; can give a definite answer of any of the prize fights, horse races bicycle races, golf tournaments, base ball, football and basket ball. He has traveled extensively from Maine's peaks of snow to where Florida's gentle zephyr blow. Mr. Williams is admired by all for his tenacity, wit, grit and humor. There will be given an entertainment and prize whist party, Jan. 27, at 5501 Lake avenue. All lovers of whist are expected to be present on that occasion. F. D. Muney, tonsorial artist 5218 Lake ave will succeed Mr. T. E. McClaim as a reporter of the Indianapolis Freeman, in Hyde Park. See him for particulars. Waiters, attend the night school at the institutional church on Dearborn street. The Waiter's League is still in progress. Its aim is moral development and self culture. Miss Anna Duke, of 3246 Dearborn st. spent several days in Hyde Park last week visiting her aunt, Mrs. Geo. Duncan at 5220 Lake ave. Sunday was a high day at the Hyde Park Chapel. The spiritual fervor ran high. Rev. Slater preached both morning and night. In the morning the subject was the Temptation of Jesus, and at night the subject was Exercising unto Godliness. Mrs. Amanda Taylor joined the church and many rose for prayer. Hon. Rathburne made an excellent address to the Sunday Club. Mr. and Mrs. Lorenza Board entertained the audience most highly by the two beautiful solos he sang accompanied by her. Mr. Perch read a good essay on the Mountains and Miss Nevada Edwards sang a sweet solo. Mrs. K. L. Wolf will address the Sunday Club on The Story of the Life of Elijah. Rev. Wilson will preach for the Hyde Park Mission next Sunday night. The Polyscope entertainment was a great success. A large number of white people attended. Next Monday night Miss Henrietta Vinton Davis and Mr. Albert Young, the Chinese impersonator will give the finest entertainment ever given in Hyde Park Mission. T. E. McLean, the president of the literary society, reporter of the Freeman will be out of the city for a short time, perhaps the rest of the winter, visiting friends in Hot Suris Ark W. FORREST COZART, 253 Twenty-ninth street. WANTED—Position by a competent lady Stenographer, and Book Keeper Addres, D. S. care Freeman. Greenville Notes. Greenville, Miss., Special.—Mr. I. W. Brown, one of our colored barbers, has returned from MeHarry Medical College where he has completed his first year in medicine. Mr M. W. Craig, one of the best shoemakers in the city, has moved in the brick building next door to the one he formerly occupied. Mr. G. W. Walton, barber for the whites, is doing a splendid business in the rear of the Wray building. Mr H Scott, one of the oldest and most reliable barbers of this city, has made quite a reputation and gets all the work that he looks for. The M. E. Conference will convene in this city, beginning on the 21st inst and will continue five or six days. The citizens anticipate a grand time during the session. Mr W E. Jones is making quite a success with his boarding and sleeping department on Washington Ave. Mr Jones is a hustler. Mr W M Hargon, merchant tailor for Nationa Talloring Co., also repairer, cleaner, dyer and presser of garments, is one of the most reliable and best workman in the city. There is a great demand for The Freeman and many subscribers have been added since the last issue We wish it further success. The Freeman will be found at Wm Hargan, tailor shop 616 Washington Ave. Mrs. Johnson is one of our subscribers and we wish her much success. Miss Lula L. Washington and mother is one of the leading dressmakers in the city. Mr Perkins left last Saturday for New Orleans to carry out his contract. Mrs Carrie Perkins is one of the leading dressmakers, her phone 468, Ohay street. under C. C. Johnson. Carrollton Notes. Carrollton, Mo., Special—Charles Spriggs of 4th street has been on the sick list for six week. The reception given at the residence of Mr. and Mrs C M. Jackson last week was quite a swall affair their was sixty-nine present. Mrs Mogee and Mrs Annie Lane furnished music. Sylvester Woods has accepted a position in the blacksmith shop on West Benton street. SMITH'S NEW BOOK "FLASHLIGHTS." A BOOK ON FOR EIGN MISSIONS-IS THE BISHOP A HIGH CHURCHMAN NOW Once Opposed to Robes and Other High Church Insignia--Dr. Henderson Unable to Understand his new Book. It is startling to note the wide distance between the views one takes in extreme low and extreme high spirits. I am writing now as an humble preacher of the A. M. E. church. There are thousands of ministers in the church who are not mere office seekers, who do not barter, honor, convictions, truth and principles for popularity. It is by this class that I expect to be understood in the following article. I have no respect for the other class, and court rather than shun its enmity, and have only contempt for the shrewd defences which exposed individuals of that kind put up. There are thousands of preachers who are anxious to see the church prosper and be of use to humanity, and this noble army will go on doing its humble and faithful work despite those who are working all manner of deceits in order to attain office and to fatten on the spoils which they can gather from an earnest, but trusting people. In discussing church affairs I do not like to say unkind things about even a base rascal, but when it must be done it is best to do it thoroughly and to leave no doubt of what is meant. There were a great many who opposed the election of Dr. C. S. Smith to the episcopate because they thought that he would be a fire-brand, but there were many of us who had come to value his clearness of views and fearlessness of utterance and action and who believed that his election would be the means of clearing away many of the "fairy tales" that had been so long used in the work of stirring and "electrifying" the people when money was wanted, and that he would let us all know just what might be the plain facts about each and everything with which he would have to deal as a bishop. Because of his practical and common sense way of looking at and dealing with affairs he has met much opposition, but he is slowly vindicating all who advocated his election. Lately he has published a pamphlet entitled "Flash Lights on the Foreign Missionary Operations of the African Methodist Episcopal Church." In this he claims to give a plain and unvarnished account of the foreign mission fields. He does not indulge in any of the extravagant talk of great future Republics that so weakened the utterances of the heroic pioneer of missionary work, Bishop H. M. Turner. He does not produce a glittering pageant of the fancies of his inner consciousness, such as crowd most of the writings of the Missionary Secretary, Dr. H. B. Parks, but he tells in simple words just what he has seen and learned, and only ventures such opinions as the facts stated seem to warrant. The question that arises in this, "Is Bishop Smith exercising his wonderful powers as a debater or is his apparent simplicity genuine?" We all know that he was a bitter opponent of the union between the A. M. E. church and the British branch by means of which the island fields came to us. In reading his "Flash Lights" every thoughtful man will say—"Is Bishop Smith still biased by his ancient prejudices, and is he now trying to vindicate himself?" In the contest of 1884, and prior, he was vanquished by such mighty debaters as Dr. W. B. Derrick and others. The organic union took place. Now is Bishop Smith trying to make it appear that, although defeated, he was right in his contentions? This question will come up in the minds of all who read his book. The book contains a very strange piece of irony. It has a picture of Bishop Smith clad in an Episcopal robe, while the history of the church shows that he was the most bitter opponent of the custom of wearing robes when it first became noticeable by the practices of Bishop J. M. Brown and others. Now Bishop Smith not only wears a robe, but has prepared a book containing conference services which goes almost to the limit of the high churchism which he once so vigorously condemned. His present practice shows that he no longer holds his former views, but that he actually repudiates them. The value of this line of reasoning is this—it shows that he is a progressive and philosophical man, and does not cling to an opinion from mere stubbornness. This leaves room for the inference that he may not be biased by lingering prejudices when he writes of the Island work. No man of open and honest mind can read his "Flash Lights" without finding it very difficult to resist the force of the story told. It would be highly improper to attempt to state any of the conclusions reached and uttered by Bishop Smith in his valuable book. Each person should read it and be his own judge The importance of the book grow out of the fact that the time has come when the church must determine upon each item of the expenditure of the great sum of money it draws from a poor out earnest people by considering actual facts. Fairy tales are of no present value as means of money getting and never have been proper guides to money spending. We are literally wasting thousands and thousands of dollars every year. It is more important to bring about a wise expenditure of the money of the church than it is to increase the receipts. I want to put those words in large letters."IT IS MORE IMPORTANT TO BREW ABOUT A WISE EXPENDITURE OF THE MONEY OF THE CHURCH THAN IT IS TO INCREASE THE RECEIPTS." The Rev. Mr. Sealy has made a very taking suggestion concerning the Island work, and his words deserve the most serious consideration. Ultimately all of the West Indies will be American. We cannot afford to lose our foothold. How shall we keep it? We must deal with many questions that are of more importance to our posterity than to ourselves, but we must do our duty like true men. Nothing like the "Flash Lights" has ever yet been published by a bishop of the church. It is either a very dangerous or a very valuable production. Now, which is it? The hundreds of earnest and thoughtful minds of the church will reach a conclusion before long. I take a thousand times more delight in writing of a book of such important and possibly valuable character than I would in exposing the deceit of some rascal, and only wish that there were more of the former and less of the latter subjects to be discussed. J. M. HENDERSON, M. D. 2224 Fitzwater St., Philadelphia, Pa. Pleased With Their Pastor. Troy, Ala., Special.—The members and friends of St. Paul A. M. E. church are delighted with their new pastor, Rev. R. L. Pope. of Atlanta, Ga. Isaac Ardis spent Sunday in Perote, Ala. The Christmas number of The Freeman was fine and the agent had no trouble in disposing of them. Several persons here were delighted with the Christmas number. Mrs. R. L. Pope arrived Sunday night. Robert Cotton was on the sick list last week. W. H. Wallace The Freeman agent of this city, would like to hear from C. W James; was in Galveston, Tex, when last heard from. Subscribe for The Freeman and know what your people are doing. A "Landoffice" Business. Eufaula, Ala , Special — A newsaloon has opened up in the city and is doing a landoffice business. The Negro, as a general thing, contributes more largely to this kind of business than to any other. The married ladies' Embroidery club is making large and conspicuous preparation for the celebration of their fourth anniversary on Feb. 10th. The work that this club is doing for our people is worthy of much consideration. John Ward is the colored in erchant prince of Eufaula, and Jas. M. Chisolm is the boss tailor. He knows his trade and has a long line of white as well colored customers. There are other stores and shops in the city conducted by colored people that are a credit to the entire Negro race. C. A. Webb, the house mover, has been suggested for Recorder Denison Items Denison, Tex., Special. -Rev. F. H Wilkins from Greenville, Tex., was in the city last Sunday attending service for Pleasant Grove Baptist church that has no pastor. 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Efforts for Freedom, Liberty, Fredrick Douglas. Nat Turner and others who struck for freedom. Anti-slavery agitation. Numbers of undergraduates in the Negro schools. The Rebellion of the Negro soldiers. Fort Pilgrim. Ground Petersburg. T. A. Crawford. Students of the war. The end of the war. Reconstruction, 1865–68. Progress since freedom. Religious progress. Educational progress. Some noted Negroes. Free people of color in North Carolina. **HISTORY NEGRO SOLDIERS.** First Hero of the Navy, the Negro soldier. Pen pictures of the daring charges made by Negro soldiers at San Juan, El Campeón and around Santiago. Corporal Brown killed at his post while firing a cannon which knocked over the block house and saved the Rough Riders. Sergeant Berry, the colored soldier who was killed in the Battle of San Antonio. Miles Roosevelt and many others on the bravery of Negro soldiers. General Morgan advocated Negro officers. Antonio and Jose Maceo, Gomez, Miss Cisneros and the Outan women cavesh. 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Price only $1.25. Nl Library complete without it. Large commission to agents. Poe ss m ho a WAITER ie ff J p Ny Ea jams le ee: _ aN 1S aN eee USA? SUNG os meee: pS < ares ei - = JS csal Of J. J. Miles, Jr., celebrated his (haa ay ii birthday anniversary Dec. 22, 01, 1) Sa ig 3 Hig will cast his first ballot at the sp: laa election. te ‘The Plankinton will throw her: JOO ff P ordmary open to the public in a A a 1) days. When completed this hotel yf ag hie have the finest ordinary west of ] TS |e <b York. It is decorated in the Fre ) Ras i design. ‘DO ee ee is aN day DY W. M. Miller writes from Madi 3 4a ae Wis., that he is ill pleased with 55 py fl vA iy position in the Governor's office. SOL Mh ——— t fos | e W. E. Beatty writes from Hov Aces University, Washington, D. C., the Sa is getting along nicely with his sta EDITED BY J. J. Miles, who has been on the 4 : T Uist for a few days, is able to be al W. FORREST COZART, — | post again Manager W. P. Comee has put ontwo little colored boys as pages at the Plankinton, ‘The Plankinton fed from 1,400 to 1,500 people daily during the Teachers’ convention in December in the Ameri can plan dining room, with 25 waiters, Horace Rive, one of the old aces of the Palmer House, Chicago, Iil., may now be found at the Plankinton. Bankley Benkersen, who was im- ployed on the private car of the Wis- cousin R'y as chef, is now acting as head waiter of the officers’ dining room at the Plankinton. George Howard, the strong man, has resigned his position at the Plankinton as waiter. W. P. Comee conferred a great honor apon J. J. Miles by printing his picture apon bis Christmas menu. paar Se ne ne | RE eas) BUSINESS MEDIUM. MRS, MARTH, the world renowned ani sighly oelobrated bustness and teat MEDIUM voreale faverything. "No imposition. Gan Sooauled on allafiata ¢ Life, Husteen: Loe tnd! Marriages specialty, very myntery fealed, alto" of absent, deceased and. itvin Handa. “Removes ail tronblen and estrange cate; challenges any Medium who can excee Str ft “her cetartling ‘revelation of the pas pfeseut and tatare event in one's if. omem ae wil nob for any Prog, aster you! 9 any rent sannred you wil gaia Yale withou Sousense. Sho eau be sonatited om all ala of Lite,'Love, Courtahip, Marriage, Friend Sc, with desoription of fuvure cemapasion She is very acowrate fa describing atsein tends, enetales, ete.” Her advice upon. fick Sear chase i’ Suninees, [ourseyay iawyui Sootested wills: divores ead spectlaiion ie ral Stbleand reliable, She reade your destiny. Moder bad; ane withholds cothing. MRS, MARTH tells your entire life—past present snd future—in & DEAD THANOE, ba Kisramer of any two mediame yeu ever be In tésis she tela your mothers ftil ure. be {cre"ninrriage, 86 names of ‘all Your fatally tier ages aud description, Ne ‘aaine and bust sen ayo fata hunbad, the nae of Fan teat, if"you are to have one, the name. of th ‘otc man who now eallg ox You, the Bain » rear ature basban and te day, south a Jest of your marriags-how many children yo Save or will have—whether you are married ungis! whether your presegt amectheurt wil betrue to: you and it Ne will marry you 1 Jo hve sweetheart, abe will ell you when, yo ruliitve and bie name, business ‘and date 0 sconsintance, ALL YOUR FUTURE will be {cid na honest, clear, plain manner ad in dead trance. "Mothers sould know the suocee ofl? husbands and obiidren, young indie anil kao Syerzthiog about’ theirs ameet tear or ihsended husbands.’ Do not Keet Sureny, marry oF go tate business until yot ‘coy al do'aot fay religious seraples pre fn your gonsuittog. Uaiame is ‘eon. ‘one in the world who oar tayou the FULL NAMB of your future bus Sand with ago and date of maeringe, tlle yot “tether the one you love fe true OF falas. nei are nde persons who believe, tha ve ao te conultin sMicdlam, but such Dellogs re contesry to th trth “Iie only from the lack of diecrimina is hat toca "goneigsion ean be reached oct everyone who placards bipuself ot her W's Sciam Ghatcan tanga fet of wha Seorveclaime: Auda person of any engair ‘evalu fay agk the reason why. "It fs 6imn 2 Unt tee advinere do not ‘take the tron i.tsty Seman” gate, hey. do. not apex tcl cughtefor amoment with acquting te wot pirenology and, Hindred brawcben the [al hic endemoy to mnke the pathray, ‘Re road of the busiuens clear aud devoid 0 Icy sh undeniable faok that persons wi Bie for advice-—in fall knowledge of whe tbe want't> Know, and. yet an soon 0 the seatonts Medium thoy dry thoir utmont. en strortoulepel from tele minds whet. te) $EGr tone tohear iit will be rehearsed by th Heals to get the cereh ont of m peracn bs Pocplog." into few cages: ie the act used. b sty busvinctgnied Mediuraa, bot to take how ithe nn ad pin Contra othe wind there ijt cntter of mposetbilty to moet of hem Akio" The can Be dome, aud by cossuitiay S85" Manie Whe seeming myntery become itl subect nas recetved no tittle attentio: Spite meat abd oven college professors Set broves conclusively that afthouge: ther ofrngersin our midet with “olly tongues Grtiaps, the Kates ot wisdom have not beet lve ts the entive profeasion uitainn a gteat deal Of etuy to. Beoome at secoopiinted Medium, and: by 8 costingou satiring efor, the key tote well GF a? Perently unfathomable mystories bave beer Focrce WARQM abl, ayetocas Dave, er Ai@anity. By ‘letter, advice $1.00. Hour GPEC ein, opm “all letters mast on itn pe for anewers. MAS. M. B. MARTE. THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. J. J. Miles, Jr., celebrated his 21et birthday anniversary Dec, 22, '01, and will cast his first ballot at the spring election. The Plankinton will throw her new ordinary open to the public in a few days, When completed this hotel will have the finest ordinary west of New York. It is decorated in the French design. W. M. Miller writes from Madison, Wis., that he {s {ll pleased with his position in the Governor's office. W. E. Beatty writes from Howard University, Washington, D. C., that he is getting along nicely with his studies. 3. J, Miles, who has been on the sick list fora few days, is able to be at his post again. James Bush, of Alaconda, Mont., payed his Milwankeo friends a visit recently. Mr. Bush says that he likes wooly West, but the white waiters’ union is crowding the colored waiters bee ‘of the business in the West. Charles Bradley was the lucky winner of the manager's prize for the neatest and cleanest waiter for the month of December, 1901. E ©, Holland, secretary of the Head- waiters’ Association, has just had anew form of membership certificate blanks printed, and invites every member who has not received their certificate to send in their names and he will mail tnem the proper credentials. Any member who. has one of the old certificates will receive a new one if they will send in thelr old one. Mr. Holland’s address is Clarenton Hotel, Zanesvilie, Ohio. The editor of this department 1s re- ceiving a great many letters from friends in every section of the country. Several of these letters we are unable to answer personally, eo we take this opportunity to thank our many friends for their good wishes and encouragement given. We shall strive to continue the fight along the line we have been fighting and only ask your continued support. Head and Second Waiters’ National Benefit Association. Dear Sir—We desire to call your at- tention to the above named association and its aims. The aim of this associa. tion is to train and educate the Ameri- can Negro walter to the very highest standard of culinary art, which will en- able us to replace the many incompe- tent waiters that are now employed in many of our best hotels with men of intelligence men of practical knowl: edge and experience and who are able to bandle the many technical points which we often come in contact with in our line of duty, with satisfaction to all. Men with business qualifications should be at the head of every dining room crew, and the aim of this associa. tion is to place such men where they are needed, and to ald usin this work we ask the co-operation of the hotel fra- ternity. E. C. Houuanp, Secretary. Employment bureau now open. We serd headwaiters to all parts of the United States. We have annual con- ventions where important papers are read on service. Will there ever come aday when the colored headwaiter will stop to think why the coloied man is losing out and is being tarned ont and the white man putin his place? The first thing I want tosayis this: The colored man, when he is in charge, the first thing he thinks of is lecturing from three to five times a day; the first thing in the morning and the last thing at night. What good does so much lecturing do? Not any. Because whenever any headwaiter leo: tures to his men as much as two or three times a day, they don’t pay any atten- tion to him more than if he was not ad- dreseing them. Well then you might say that the colored headwaiters have some of the best hotels in the country I will agree that is perfectly true. But, Iwill say this mach, why haven't they charge of all the best hotels in this country? They once had them. How did they loose them? The first thing they dois to put too mach confidence in themselves. He always thinks that whenever he is Incky enough to get ‘charge of house, after he is there a few hours, that he is the senfor partner in the business, but let me eay to you, my young brothers, as the ball has jast be gan toturnina new century, in the name of the Lord let us turn in a differ- ent direction from what our old head- waiters have come. What has become of the colored headwaiters. I don't see any of them this day and time, will be the cry. On behalf of the race let me urge you to ont out so much of this leo- taring and soon. Tell your men what you want them to do and how you want ‘them to do these things, If they don’t do as you ask them, then and there get some one in their places that will do as you ask them. Why is it the white headwaiter gets along so well or somaoh better than the colored headwaiter? Be canse whatever he tells his men to do, that he means; if they don’t do as he re- quests then he gets someone else that willdoit. Itisa known fact that the colored waiters are the best and can give better service than any other wat- terson earth to-day. The white wai- ters are not anyways compared with them. This is a known fact among all of the first-class hotel keepers of the country. Well then, why can’t the col- ored headwaiter be best. In some cases there are too many old aces around the place; if the headwaiter should happen to be off a meal, these old aces will ran things regardless of second waiter cap- tain or anybody else. And, in other cases or places the headwaiters have too many friends around the dining room in the time of business. Say, for instance, if the headwaiter has a party of two or three on his station and no waiter to waiter to wait on them. Probably there ate one or two old aces or friends stand- ing idle, andif he should hapen to call one of them, the first thing that yon would see is his mouth poked out as- long as your finger. He doesn’t go to the party to which he was assigned but comes poking along up to the head waiter wanting to know why doesn’t he make 80 and so wait on these people; are you- trying to work me to death? This is what we get by having old aces and friends around the dining rooms. Has the white headwaiter push of old aces in his crew of men? No; every man is the eame to him. He thinks jnst as much of one ashe does of the other. They all have to work {f they work for him. The majority of the colored wai- ters of this day and time I would ven- ture to say would rather work for a white headwaiter. Why? Becnuse the white headwaiter is not always blaffing his men or having to do. The colored brother is not showing his authority unless he has some one that he can biaff. When you assign a man to side work, tell him and make him under- stand that you want him to do this work without having to be told from three to four times. There is one thing I want to urge you brother head waiters todo and that is; cut out friends of yours in the dining room. If you want to make friends pray tind somewhere else to make them. Lay off these old aves and give another man a chance that wants to work, Noan EB. Dupiey, Headwaiter, Wayne Hotel, Ft. Wayne Ind. NONE BUT NEGRO WAITERS. White House Tradition Respected by the President and Mrs. Roosevelt. Whahington, D. C., Special —Presi- dent and Mrs. Roosevelt have introduced ‘many new customs at the White House, ‘but there are some traditions which they carefully respect. For instance, it is usual to employ Negroes as waiters atthe White House. The prerogative of the black man to serve the white statesmen is a relic of the day of Wash. ington and his early succescors when Virginia was known as the ‘‘Mother of Presidents.” In those days every house- hold employed colored men in the capacity of servants. ‘The trend of the times at present is to place white men in these positions, and it is frequently complained that some of them are so distinguished in their appearance that there is difficalty to know the guest from a waiter. When ‘Mrs. Roosevelt was preparing the great state banquet to the diplomats strong pressure was brought to induce her to depart from the ancient custom and employ white men, but ehe steadily refused. It was found that the rauke of ‘the waiters had been so thoroughly re- crnited from among the whites that there was not sufficient number of competent colored waiters for the occa- sion. This did not move Mrs. Roosevelt, however. She directed that the head waiter should send over to Baltimore and select a sufficient force of assistants, and thus it was that after much trouble the late banquet was served by the colored man and brother rather than by the white interloper. Prizes Awarded in Waiters’ Contest. The prizes in the waiter’s contest were awarded last Saturday at the Water's Clab, 917 Baltimore Ave. The gold medal which was the first prize was presented to 8. S. Steele as the most popular waiter. He secured 499 votes W. D Lyons came4n with 430 votes and carried off second prize. ‘Thethird went to John T. Moreland for 873 votes) Mr Bailey secured 160 votes and was given the fourth prize. The fifth prize went to J. B. Hill, who secured 80 votes Everybody concerned in the affair was highly pleased at the manner in which the Son conducted this contest. 8. 8. Steele, head waiter at the Baltimore feels proud of his medal. His popularity no doubt existe by reason of the fact that be has taken more than usual interest in church affairsand other race enterprises. In fact, the five men who entered this contest are known to be men of public spirit and advocates of race advancement, LW. Lyon's side at the Union Depot hotel, who won the prize of: fered by the Son in the Waiters contest, is not only a capable and efficient waiter, but is also popular among his co-workers and associ- ates. He is made of the kind of stuff that suoceeds. ‘Mr. John Marshall, head waiter Balt!- more cafe is a young man who came from the ranks by constant application toduty. Hes regarded” by the man- agement as one of the most efficient employes in the establishment. Benny MoRay, organizer and founder of the McRay Benevolent and Protective Assoclation is a sterling} Negro. He commands the respect of white and black alike. Mr. McRay never loses an opportunity so lend encouragement and assistance to all Negro enterprises. It the movement has the appearance of good in it you may depend upon his endorsement. {n this way he has built himself up antil today he ranks among the men of business affairs in the commanity,—Kansas City Son. Lee A. Lampkins left Chicago Jan. 16th, via. the Wabash railroad, with a well selected crew of walters. Mrs. Lampkins accompanied him. Mr. Lampkins has been for several years head waiter at the famous Eastman Hotel, where he has endeared himself to both proprietor and guest, thereby making himself a permanent fixture, Mr. Lampkins carried abont fifty wait- ersand the remainder of his crew will leave Chicago ina few weeks, Among the crew were the following'well known waiters: Wiley Miles, Curtis Stone, Louis Coleman, J. Carroll, J. W. Phil- lips, Frank Smith, Nelson Smith, Wm. Nelson, Chas. Murphy, Rescoe Evans, and Misses Daisey Kirsch, Cora Hamil: ton and Rebecca Brown. Frank Har- vey, second waiter; Harry Jenkins third waiter; W. A. Chavans, secretary: Tom Yates, Wm. Forbbs, Andrew Ellis, E. McClain, Harry Moore, P. Wells, Jas. Seely, Wm. Mathews, R. L. Allen, Wal- ter Willy, Eagene Harding, F. K. Nott, W P. Staffer, J W. Taylor, L. Thad- dent, Chas. Milbain, Milton, Trent, Jno. Turner, Harry Conrad, Jas. Buster, L K. Gilbert, J. C. Cypret, F. Cavall, R. Palmer, Chas. Jones, L. Thomas, 8 H. Henry, F. Green, B. Williams,S Tur- ner, C. Stone, W. Green and D. W. Alexander. Lorain News. Lorain, O., Special.—The services at the Second M. E. church last Sunday were well attended. One united with the church Mrs. Grace Mason. The Rey. A. J. Thompson of Indianapolis, Ind,, is assisting iu the revival service: at theSecond Baptist church. Mr M Miller is reposing in Youngstown, 0, Weare glad to report that Mr. Jame ‘Dobson of Charles street is able to be out after a week’s illness. Mrs. Netti¢ Williams is visiting in Elyria this week Mrs. Mamie Rainbow of Wareaw street 1s very sick. The W H. M. Society o! the Second M. E. church had a very interesting meeting last Thursday, seven persons joined. ‘They are prepar ing for a Free Will Offering. ae Niet. Baton Rouge, La., December, 18, 1901. To All Members of the Colored Race in this City, Parish and State: ‘The Af.o-American Savings and Ex-Slave Association Fraternal is contemplating the purchase of a home for the Orphans, the Aged and Infirm, and the Decrepid of our race, and ask your hearty co-operation. A movement is onto purchase the building ‘known as Harper’s Institute which is ir every way suitable forthe purpose, and a grand rally is needed to make the first pay- ment of Five Hundred Dollars, (500) and pass the sale as quickly as possible. Now, we must do our part as a race. So, meet the State Convention, which will meet here in this city on January 25-4, 1902 Come, then, and see and know for yourself, what we are doing to help our infirm friends. ‘We will meetin Shiloh Church, corner of ‘St. Mary and Spanish Town road. ‘The Bible tells us, he that giveth to the poor Jendeth to the Lord. REV. GEORGE BYRD, State Pres. LEWIS WASHINGTON, Ch’n, Council, WILLIAM BATES, Tzeasurer. I, 8. BOSTICK, State Sec’y., General Mgr. MARDI GRAS. New Orleans, Mobile and Pensacola. The Mardi Gras Carnivals will be held this year in above cities, from Febraary 4toill. For this occasion the Lonis- ville & Nashville R R., will sell round trip tickets to New Orleans Mobile and ‘Pensacola at one fare for the round trip. Tickets on sale February 4. to 10. and are limited to Febraary 28 Fora very interesting illustrated booklet giving the history of the Mardi Gras, address C. L Stone, Gen Pass. 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All matter should be addressed to THE FREEMAN, INDIANAPOLIS, IND. GEORGE L. KNOK, Publisher. SATURDAY JANUARY 25,1902. A MOMENTOUS QUESTION. We have read, during the past sixty days, numerous circulars, leaflets and other literature, which have been scattered apparently broadcast over the country, reciting the woes of Cuba and the dire necessity existing for some relief, which was to be extended by this government in the shape, mainly, of a reduction in the tariff on sugars over 16 Dutch standard, and a complete abolition of all duty on lower grade sugars imported into the United States from that island. Distress appeals to our humanity in whatever shape it may come. We be comes interested. But we could not exactly understand why, if relief to Cubs was the object in view, there should have been any difference made in the relief to be given between sugars above or below the grade named. But a flash light from the committee rooms of Congress has been thrown over the subject, and has made very prominent the one moving power in the whole affair—the sugar trust. This philanthropic brotherhood uses the raw material and manufacultures the higher grades. This flash light also revealed the further fact that no one in Cuba had authorized this appeal to our government And so our interest grew in intensity and we have looked a little deeper into the subject. We grow cane in this country. Way down in Louisiana half of the State is devoted to its culture. Planters have invested some $90,000,000 in lands, buildings and machinery. They expend every year the comfortable sum of near $20,000,000 to raise the crop, of which two-thirds are paid to the colored laborer, who, in turn, expends that amount in tde several necessities of life. They support their families, feed and clothe them; so that, in reality, this entire amount of $20,000,000 goes out for grain, for breadstuffs, for shoes, for clothing, for meats and kindred products, which other States of this Union are called upon to supply. It, therefore, is a matter that concerns not merely Louisiana, but many of her sister States: We of Indiana are certainly much concerned. The proposed legislation would bring ruin to these sugar planters, cut off this great channel of trade, and throw out of employment several hundred thousand of the colored race, who have been reared in the cane fields of Louisiana, and whose cabins dot in wonderful quantity the lower half of that State. Will this government play the highwayman, choke its victim into insensibility and rob him of his all? Rob the rich and the poor; rob the white man and the black man? It is said that Louisiana has not developed this culture as it should have done; that forty years ago her sugar crop was about as large as it is now. This is true in a very little way, and absolutely false in every other. In 1861 the Louisiana sugar crop was 235,856 tons; for the past ten years it has averaged about 260,000 tons. But during the terrible years of our great civil strife, a strife that startled the world with its gigantic efforts, its heroic sacrifices, its tremendous results, a strife in comparison with which the Cuban war sinks into insignificance, the production fell from 235,856 tons to the paltry figure of 5,331 tons in 1864. Figures are dry reading as a rule, but in this case this mere statement tells of so much disaster, of misery, of so absolute destruction, that blind indeed would he be that could not read the story, and dead indeed to all feeling must be the heart that failed to pulsate in sympathetic rhythm to this great and wonderful tale. Impoverished, and desistite in many cases, this people went to work. Their lands began to grow green with the ripening cane, slowly but surely the destroyed sugar houses were rebuilt, cabins erected, new and improved machinery installed, and to-day the great truth stands forth that out of nothing but brain and labor has been created this immense investment of capital, this great means of livelihood to so many of the colored race. We cannot believe that our law makers will destroy all this, even though Cuba wanted it, and the sugar trust demanded it. will be extremely unfortunate if politics be the means of solidly arraying a considerable mass of whites in eternal opposition to the Negroes," trusting that the proposition will be so axiomatic that proof will not be necessary, and where the remedy for the ill suggested in the proposition is so patent that it can be self prescribed. RULING PASSION STRONG IN DEATH. the theory stage has been passed. Their insinuating approach northward is a matter of alarm. Politics is behind all this. Politics ought to be so played in the future as to restore what has been lost—the means only to be considered. Read This. The President has appointed Isaiah T. Montgomery to be Receiver of Public Moneys, to succeed James Hill. At the same time Robert C. Lee was appointed United States District Attorney and John Puryear, Geo. L. Knox of C. Willis would make good signers. Mentioned for the Legislature: M. Lewis, Dr Joseph H. Ward, P. Stewart and J. H. Lott. The primary election law is the thing. Cliques and rings cannot so fast. Mr. George Cheatham feels that the logical candidate for the legal THINK IT OUT. 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 solidily arraying a considerable mass of whites in eternal opposition to the Negroes. It will pay the Negroes to find some method of making terms.—Indianapolis Freeman. Well, why don't our esteemed cotemporary at least "suggest" what method the Negroes of Maryland should adopt in their effort to make terms?—The Indianapolis World. At the risk of appearing pedantic we desire to say to our ever vigilant, but no less highly esteemed contemporary, that it is not always necessary nor expedient to enter a learned disquisition on every platitude set forth. Besides there are systems for doing things, sending home convictions, methods don't you know, that may not always appeal to the casual observer, or the partisan observer, as the proper way of doing things, but which, nevertheless, get there just the same. We set forth the proposition that. "It will be extremely unfortunate if politics be the means of solidly arraying a considerable mass of whites in eternal opposition to the Negroes." The World, doubtless, wants us to go into a discourse with its "therefores" and "wherefores" and other verbal appendages appurtenant thereto and the rest of it. Fee? But we had no such notion in mind in the beginning, and was not deterred from stringing out our convictions from cowardice, at least. The lack of ability phase of the argument we ask to be set aside on the ground of incapacity, superinduced by the delicacy of the situation. The World has the following to say on the courage and ability phases: The trouble with the Freeman is this: It knows there is something wrong somewhere, but it lacks either the ability to locate the trouble or the courage to point it out. It shoots into the bushes in the hope of scaring something out, but shuts both eyes when it pulls the trigger. As to the quality of cowardice, again it is not always best exemplified by pen and ink. Why don't The Freeman have the nerve to come out flat-footed and tell the Negroes that it is not good politics for them to array themselves, solidly, "in eternal opposition to a considerable mass of the whites," instead of saying that it is "extremely unfortunate" that politics should be the means of arraying the whites against the Negroes? Simply because we wanted the people to do the thinking Let them think out the words to the song if it is wordless. In the language of the schools—mental discipline, at least. The Indianapolis Sentinel has a way of saying "Murder is Murder," etc, credited to Henry Watterson of Kentucky What about that enigma? Those who are acquainted with the case have only to see those few words, and if they are in the reflective mood a whole train of thought is awakened. Repeated phrases as repeated acts often preach their own sermons as disfranchisements and "Jim Crow" car acts preach theirs. It certainly appears that our contemporary has not been slow to profit by the "flash light" method. It has succeeded in finding all of the following to say, and, by the way, the result is in direct line with our argument: Do some thinking on your own hook. Thirty-five years have elapsed since the Negroes of Maryland began to exercise the right of suffrage. In all these years the white men of Maryland have divided upon questions of public policy and acted upon convictions as they deemed best for the commonwealth. How about the Negroes? It is no exaggeration to say that during all this time at least ninety per cent. of the Negro vote has always been recorded with one political party. And further: We agree with The Freeman that this condition of affairs is 'extremely unfortunate' and would suggest to the Negroes that in casting about for some method of 'making terms' they try the plan of laying aside the traditions of the last generation and live in the present. Study the situation as it exists and like the white man, vote from conviction. Let pri ciple rather than party be your guide, and the general good be placed above personal preferment. Then we will not hear so much about 'eternal opposition' of the whites. Yes, study the situation as it exists, and accept the remedy whatever it may be. In conclusion we reiterate that 'It will be extremely unfortunate if politics be the means of solidly arraying a considerable mass of whites in eternal opposition to the Negroes," trusting that the proposition will be so axiomatic that proof will not be necessary, and where the remedy for the ill suggested in the proposition is so patent that it can be self prescribed. RULING PASSION STRONG IN DEATH. Although we had noted elsewhere an article referring to a white man who asked to be hung on a scaffold other than that on which his accomplice, a black man, would hang in Oxford, Miss, yet attention was again called to it by a clipping from a white gentleman of Vicksburg, Miss., prefaced by the following letter: VICKSBURG, MISS, Jan. 17, 1902. Editor Freeman—How does this strike you as a novel phase of the color line? The editorial enclosed is from the Daily Herald of this city, 17th inst. We omit the writer's name who, perhaps, did not anticipate this publication. Here follows the facts in the case: "The verdict of the jury in the second trial of Whit Owens for the murder of Hugh Montgomery was 'Gilty as charged in the indictment.' The 2 o'clock the court passed the death sentence, naming the time for hanging as Friday, February 14. The same date is fixed for the hanging of William Mathias and Lester. When asked by Judge Aitowry what he had to say before he was sentenced, Owens said, 'I am not guilty.' Owens received his sentence with an immovable countenance and in no way manifested any feeling. His wife and daughters screamed wildly and seemed almost frantic at the terrible doom of their husband and father. Judge Stephens immediately made a move for a new trial, which was overruled by the court. Owens' attorneys will appeal the case to the supreme court. Will Mathis has requested Judge Lowry to have his hanging at a different hour from the time at which the Negro, Orlando Lester, will be hanged, and asked that he be hanged from a different scaffold. He says he is opposed to social equality and that is why the request is made." The following is the editorial referred to, which appeared in the Vicksburg Herald: "It is a new phase of the race question for a condemned murderer to ask to be hung on a different day and another scaffold from his Negro accomplice. This is the request that Mathias, the Lafayette county murderer, preferred to Judge Lowry. As a last petition from a doomed man the judge might have granted it, hanging Mathias the day before the darker." Judging from the tone of the article the white murderer had no advantages over his Negro accomplice, both will go off on schedule time, the time fixed by the court. The unusual request goes far to show to what an extent the color line business is carried—the ruling passion strong in death The Herald feels that his last request might have been carried out by having the white man make his exit a day in advance. The Herald sagely refrains from expressing itself as to what disposition would be made of the matter in the hereafter. We thank the gentleman of Vicksburg for the clipping, and in answer to the question of "How does this strike you as a novel phase of the color line?" Will say, It beats hell. TRAIN GUNS ON ENEMY. The Colored American is right when it says that the Negro editors must train their guns on the common enemy. The tendency to crush the political life out of the race must be met with a corresponding determination to resist. Nor does that mean that justice is always to be sought through one party as parties are constituted in this country. The known disposition to "shake" the Negroes should make them exceedingly agile as to their political affiliation. The only principle involved is the one of self-preservation—the great first principle. Negro editors should not be slow in keeping the masses informed as to their means of salvation. The work is on the outside, not on the inside of the race, as it concerns those larger rights wherein the status of any race is affected. Politics is doing much to undermine the standing of the Negroes. But it is a poor game at which two cannot play. The Republicans are learning to grow careless and non-concerned because the Democrats threaten an avalanche of illlywhiteism, a campaign tosin that will carry weight if by divers methods the American Negro is to be beaten down to serfdom or to some plane where his contact will be "unholy" and thus to be shunned. The Negro editors are aware of some such tendency. They can by united effort avert the impending disaster which has already passed the theoretical stage, the stage where all suspected danger is opposed. The acquiescence in mob law, either North or South, the unimpeded and we may say joyous course of disfranchisements and that "boon" the "Jim Crow" car, are evidences that the theory stage has been passed. Their insinuating approach northward is a matter of alarm. Politics is behind all this. Politics ought to be so played in the future as to restore what has been lost—the means only to be considered. Read This. The President has appointed Isaiah T. Montgomery to be Receiver of Public Moneys, to succeed James Hill. At the same time Robert C. Lee was appointed United States District Attorney and Edgar S. Wilson United States Marshal. Lee and Wilson are Democrats. The latter is brother-in-law of Governor Longino, perhaps one of the best friends the race has in the South. But we are not overmuch concerned about these Democratic appointees; they stand upon their own integrity and must justify themselves. The thing of moment to us is the displacement of Col. James Hill. Mr. Hill is a veteran politician, and long was an important cog in the political machine of Lynch, Bruce and Hill. He has been a member of every Republican Convention since 1868. All the others of the combination have dropped but of Mississippi politic, Hill remained alone. His displacement from control of the party organization of the State is a matter which will work itself out somehow. But how? We feel that President Roosevelt is seeking the best interest of the party and the race in the South, and we are disposed to give him the largest latitude and let the results talk.—New York Age. Now Read This Roosevelt continues to distribute surprise packages to the astonished Republicans in the sunny South. He has just appointed as Receiver of Public Moneys at Jackson, Miss., Isaiah E. Montgomery, to succeed George E. Matthews, Strange it may seem. Montgomery is not only a Negro, but he is a lifelong Democrat, while Matthews is a white man and one of the Republican leaders in that State. "Ike" Montgomery, as he is familiarly called, was the body servant of Jefferson Davis, and he has always been a Democrat. He was a member of the recent Constitutional Convention, and spoke for and voted for the Constitution which disfranchised so many of his own race. Negro Republicans in Mississippi are bitter in their denunciation of Montgomery's appointment to one of the fattest Federal offices in the State. His selection is said to have been made at the suggestion of Booker Washington, who commends Montgomery in the highest terms — Philadelphia Tribune The above seems to be a game of razzle-dazzle. Now, really what was done? Is Isaiah T. Montgomery a Democrat? Who did he succeed Hill or Matthews? The colored people of Maryland are working fast and hard in order to prevent the legislature of that State from passing a "Jim Crow" car ordinance. It will be a travesty on the progress of the race if a State so far north as Maryland should have heaped upon it such contempt through the means of separate coach laws. There may be localities where such provisions are better for all concerned, but where education and refinement have begun their leavening it does appear that, with a spirit of tolerance, such laws ought to be uncalled for. If it is war against the blacks as such, war under the lying banners of the public weal and racial purification, it ought to be waged with equal furry on either side, since racial prostration simply means ignominy and contempt. The "Bee" of Washington, D.C., is extremely angry because the President has a way of doing things that do not exactly suit it. Well, the President is not an ordinary individual; he could not do things like other folks if he tried. It may be imagined that the Bee's strenuous opposition would cease if something would take place in its camp. It is true that the President has got the colored folks guessing, but he has got the white folks going also. The Pythian Period is the name of the extraordinary Pythian event to take place at the Armory, Thursday, Feb. 27, in Cincinnati, Ohio. It will include the annual inspection, dress parade and public installation of officers. Committee—Capt S. T. Sneed, secretary; Capt. Chas A Schooley, treasurer; Gen E. B F. Johnson, Major E G Gaither, Sir Ollie Dempsey, assistant chairman; Col. Wm. H. Ford, chairman. Hon. Isaiah T Montgomery of Mississippi, recently appointed as receiver of public money, was formerly a slave of Jefferson Davis. He is highly respected in his home, Mound Bayou, Miss., where for some time he has been mayor. As we understand it Mr. Montgomery is a Republican and not a Democrat as it has been reported. The appointment is a good one The Weekly Herald of American, Ga., is serving notice on those whom it may concern that it will hereafter champion Bishop Turner's scheme—the "repatriation" of Africa. It considers the bishop the brainiest Negro in America. POLITICAL JOTTINGS. Dr. S. A. Furniss as coroner would make things interesting. John Puryear, Geo. L. Knox or C. M. C. Willis would make good commissioners. Mentioned for the Legislature: Wm. M. Lewis, Dr Joseph H. Ward, George P. Stewart and J. H. Lott. The primary election law is the proper thing. Cliques and rings cannot work quite so fast. Mr. George Cheatham feels that he is the logical candidate for the legislature on the score of persistency. "I have a choice line of candidates in which I hope to interest you."—The Primary Election Worker. The 15 000 Negro voters of Indiana will use a little more political discernment for the future. One Justice of the Peace, one Representative and one Commissioner. The primary election will bring them. The candidates for State offices were in Indianapolis on Tuesday. They are a genial set of men, good looking and ambitious. It is a pity all cannot win. Well Chas. N. Elliott is chairman of the County Republican Committee. It is to be hoped he will be able to know his right hand from his left in this very hotest contest Indianapolis ever knew. The Republicans can retain the colored voters by treating them right, which does not mean flim-flamming them. They have enough sense to do the other thing at least if it becomes necessary. The new chairman, Elliott, has promised that a primary election shall be held for the selection of all candidates on the county ticket. That is not a bad start. It is a winning stroke—charge it up to that prince of manipulators, C. A. B. The 6,000 voters of Marion county are in a splendid attitude to demand some kind of political justice in the future. A horse does not know its strength. If it did it would raise—well it would do a plenty. The Negro voters of Marion county or of the State are not horses. There is no more sentiment in it for Negroes than for white men. James P. Goodrich has been re-elected as chairman of the Republican State Committee. He is expected to marshall the Republican hosts to victory next fall. He will be able to do so if he has the usual support given to the chairman by the party. There is every reason to believe he will be warmly seconded in his efforts to bring about a Republican victory. 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AFTER UCHING HARTONA CLIPPINGS HADE-MARK.1 THE STORY OF MARTONA MARIE AFTER USING HARTONA world as to "blow out the light." Last week, near Griffin, Ga., Mollie Mercherson saturated her clothing with kerosene oil and applied a match and was burned to death—The Maxton Blade, N. C. We cheerfully nominate Editor Fortune of the New York Age for the position of business manager of the A. M. E. Book Concern. Mr. Fortune is a member of the A. M. E. church, and has been a delegate to the General Conference of that church. Have the bishops any better man?—The Afro-American Ledger, Baltimore. His Father Was An Abolitionist His Father Was An Abolitionist. Edward J. Robison, candidate for the nomination of County Treasurer at the next primary election, has a history that can but win for him many colored votes. His father was an abolitionist in the anti bellum days. The night was never too dark, or the weather too cold to deter him from assisting any of the refugees from the South to gain their liberty. Food, clothing and money were freely furnished and many tired and weary slave was carried by night to a station where he could find rest and refreshment and the means provided to move him on across the Canadian border. It was under this environment that Ed Robison learned his first lessons in humanity which has made him the friend of the colored race and commanded the respect of every colored person with whom he has come in contact. His liberality is proverbial. He served nearly three years on the board of school commissioners of this city, and during that period he did more to advance the educational interests of the colored children than had ever been done before. The latest and most improved methods of instruction was recommended, and he spared no pains or effort to see that these methods were carried out in detail. Robison has ever been ready and willing to assist the needy among us. He has been a liberal donor to our churches and the distressed never applied to him in vain. This has been done without any blare of trumpets or demonstration of any kind. We are pleased to see that his candidacy is meeting with such general approval and we predict for him a very large and enthusiastic support. It is the colored man's opportunity to attend the primaries and vote direct for a friend that has been tried and not found wanting. If we are successful in landing him a winner in the primaries, every colored man in Marton County will take great pleasure in going to the polls and supporting him at the November election. We know of no man among the list of candidates for the different offices that would add so much strength to the Republican ticket. Dear Sir: I see various colored secret societies parading the streets of the various cities of this country and I also notice that they are all dressed in regalia and uniforms made by white people. Now what I would like to know is why can't they have the young women and the young men of their own race make these thing when it is a well known fact that the white firms that they buy this regalia from will not tolerate a colored person around the place in any other capacity than that of a porter and a good many firms will not even give him that. A. R. M. The Negro. TRADE-MARK. AFTER USING HARTONA --- TRADE-MARK. BEFORE USING, HARTONA my > re ION Pe a ere Gp eal Ze, A ECR ee a Nal /\ | : ie oc ane S \ ZTE SS alee 3s eS Mi Sip EDITED BY “Woodbine” ————— HE FREEMAN POST OFFIOR. stamped enveloped, plainly addressed, tamara efor each Hotter, and the ling heen followed Uys vent, alan Sheed be given, 1, erent mistakes ot USS egslomals and others sbonId bear toni that all lottors, ote, In tranctt between Jp mys lred States and Cansda, must be Prepaid, the Crise they are not forwarded, NOTIOE.--Advertised letters will be halt in The Freeman Post Office for TOUR WEEKS ONLY hereafter. apres usr. postwick, Migs Marlo Hunter, Mrs. Ada Rostwiirs Nancy Soils, Miss 1. C. Carter MIS Kiia, Kinney, Miss Bessie L Eiior Miss W. A. , Berry. ‘Miss L. B. Eider MiSyareJasF Smith, Miss Flattic Ferner tiss Bese Terry, Miss Li 2 uilam Miss trene Walker, Miss Daisy GertoWee Eliza Wade, Miss Eva imei Avery, Dan Mabara, W. A. fomiry, Ben ‘Mason, A Bostwick WG MeDade, Henry Brewer, Pearl McIntosh, om Brows, feichara ‘MeKiseie Stanford Brooke, Sherr Miller, Billy Bryant, Fram Morton, James Carter, Kid Oliver, Prentice Cutry, Francis Payne, Major B. F. ERUR anderson Berkins, U- Gromwell, Jy Ae Powell, Clarence Saiigan, "8S Princo, Arthur L. Fernwndo, Jas. Price, S..W. Francis, Oharles | Reeves, George Frankia, George Reld, WEL Froyser,Geo. A. Baer, Chas. S. Guies, Oveur J Beotts, C. Jake George, 3. Bs Smith’ Norris Giean, futing The Fosters Harris, Geo 0 ‘Thompson, RW Harrison Hugh 2 ‘Thomas, Ba, 8. Harrison ‘Bros Van stack, Henry Hanbright,Geo.0. Vassar, MB. Hoskins Mgrehail” — Vauguer Job Houseloy, @. We Wiliuite, Loute Hughes. a Wright, Ld. Lb. Teer, Arthur Wintanis “Lewis Jackion Walter Webster, MD Johnson, Sam Walker, Frank Tones, ©. Waters; Har keith Thos. Watts, Chas. 1. Kemp, Bobby Fair, William Kiteuie, N. ‘Weston, Dick meguitty, a0 Walker, Geo. 100 -ROUTE- 1001 Bisck Pagrt Trovuanouns.—Bakersfield Cal, ‘inn, 20; Tulare, 2; Visalia, 22: Fresno, 251 Ban Jose, 4; Stockton, 25; Nevada City, 27: Grass Valley, 28; Virginia City, Nev, 2 Reno, 3). Ogden, Utab, Feb, 1. Ricuanos & Parvote's Gronota, Misernnts— ‘Neosho Mos 35; Carthage, 27; Monet 0, Fay etter, Bt Rosco & Houtaxo’s Minstrel—Athens Ga 27; Seek th Orangeburg, 8. 0.20. Aot tresses—blond wigs. eee A stage coash—the prompter. eee A chronic kicker—the ballet dancer. J. W. Cooper, sends regards to Jones and Sutton. eee “gi” would like to hear from moon- shiner Joe. eee Goggins and Davis have returned from England. eee MoKissick Jones eays, hello to Murphy Slater and the Bailey. oes W. A. Dixon sends regards to friends. Will Nionols of Daluth, write. ene Billy Farrell is at the Empire Theatre Dublin, Ireland this week, 8 ‘Miss Lillian Garary is ‘‘cleaning up” through the West with “A Honolulu Coon,” company. She will return to Chicago shortly. eee ‘To Simpson and Pittman:—I am much pleased to hear ot your success and wish you more of the same. Write —George A. Swan. eee Payten and Harris bave opened at the Buckingham Theatre, Tampa, Fla, ster a few weeks hard Inck at Mem- phis, Tenn. Henry Graves is very anxious to hear fromScotte and Deleo, wishing them every snevess Address, Henry Graves Georgia Minstrel company. eee Poney Moore of Chicago is now on @ tour of the South and is peing royally entertained by the leading citizens in the varions cities he has visited. eee George A. Swan sends regards to Dick Thomas, Jim Lacy and all friends Wituthe No. 1. company. Would be ieee to hear from any of them at any time. sae Steve Breckenridge writes from Louis ville Ky.:—- Everything is lovely and se Seese are fling high. Iam singing ‘I've Got no use for Show Folks,” and Every Darkey has Got @ Raglan on. Ut: Breckenridge is singing, ‘I Ain't Wine ter Work no More,’ taking three THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. and Will Garland and best wishes to the A Holiday in Coontown company. eee Will Henry Anderson better know ae “Bull Woolen” will open at Prof. T. Brown and H. W. Hawkins, stock com- pany next week. Look out boy for the mule, ‘loyd-Cooper sends regards to Dick ‘Thomas and James Lacy and all friends with the show including Bailey and Parker, hoping to see you all soon with fat pocket books. eee Frank Clermont states that he would like tohear from the Student Doctor: and King é& Bush’s stayers. Come in. See route or write 227 W. 82nd st. New York City. eee WANTED—Position by a competent lady Stenographer, and Book Keeper. Addres, D. 8. care Freeman. John McFadden and M. Vassar, after spending a few dass with Able an¢ Breckenridge left Louisville Saturday Jan. 18, for Cairo, Ill. Best regards te W. M Hopkins and Harry Simmons. Levi Hattan of New York and Mis Katherine Palmer, of Cleveland, O while filling their engagement with the Layfayette show at the Grand theatre, Indianapolis, last week were the guest: of Mrs. Chas, Cheatham in Sciota street, Charles Edwards, the Black Prince, well known sporting and theatrical mar is now managing the sample room of Charles T. Phelps at St. Joseph, Mo Daring a trip to St. Paul, Minn. recent ly the Prince highly entertained Gus. Hall of Indianapolis. eee Lloyd Cooper wishes to be remem bered by Piccolo Jones and all friend with his company, wishing them al success. Also James P. Jones, John E Jackson please wake up; cherries ar ripe and the big thing will happen in St Louis in 1903, Look well in that direc tion. eee Luke Pulley will stage and direct th tenth annual championship cake wall and jabilee at Madison Square Garden New York City on Feb. 5. Mr. Palle: has written a march especially for th occasion. He has been with Power & Kennedy for ten years as musica director and stage manager. eee Whitten Viney passed through thi city enroute to Columbus, his home ‘Mr. Viney happened to be a member 0 the unfortunate King & Bush's Minstre that stranded in Ft. Worth, Tex. Mr Viney is home and says, beware of thi snake, Green. He also sends regards t Powell, Troy and Allie Brown. addres 15 .N. 17th street Columbus O. eee Roster of the “Rival Coons” company Chalten & Petit, managers: Wm T Merchant, business manager; Henry H Lee, John Davy Geo Holmes, John D West, teader of orchestra; Buddie Rob inson, leader of band; M. McQaitty Charles Washington, Oliver Perry, Her man Albertsmeyer, Jessie Lamb, Lot tie Johnaon, Mary Chalten and Mar tin Petitt. Last week while working at the Ave ue Theatre in Loniaville, Ky., Rober! Clark, and his father, Nuegen Clark who has been with the South Befor the War company for several years gu blown up while working for the Whit. Slave company. Among those who wer burned were Webster Williams, Jo Clark and Log Price, They sued th White Siave company for $6000 damage aes Frank Clermont writes:—‘The Kins &Bush’s big colored minstrels hav stranded in Texas. Messrs. Bob Pannel Blaine Bly, Frank Clermont, Jobnsor and Ried, Sol Tibbs, J. Ed. Green Henry Troy, Wm Thomas, Wm. Jones Wn. Perry, Phillip Williams, Billy Mc Lin Chas. MoUurdy, Sig. Moletana, W H. Smith, J. 8. Walker and Geo. W Paige send regards to the profession Bob Pannell would like to hear fron responsible managers and says, long liv King and Bush. Whitten Viney ha ‘won quite a reputation for himself. Hi sneceeded J. Ed. Green and is the pee! of all young convereationalists. Mr ‘Viney is the leader of all impersonators his makeup being so exact as to surpris« the most intelligent andience. Wonlc like to hearfrom good musicians. Ad Harry A. Brown, who is touring the South with his company, writes:—“We Tor Dig bethel church, van. «0, where we were to have played on the 20th, but through courtesy we changed our date and gave way for James Parker for that night’ Rev. Newton lute of Indianap- olis is pastor of Big Bethel church nere. ‘The members of the company are Chas: Smith better known as ‘Lard Can Char- lie’ Mrs. May Harris Brown, James Lewis, Oliver Green, Pansy Brown and Jack Simmons. My work in the South has been a great success everywhere. Onur company isa strong one and al though emall is making good. Met old man Tom Logan in Cordele with the A Rabbit Foot company. Alsomet Goff Kennedy and had a pleasant time with them. Regards td the New York Syndi- cate. There isa new colored theatre opened in Atlanta Ga, known as the Whitman Opera house owned by the Whitman family, managed by George W. M. Bryant. Notes from the Famous Georgia Min- strel company:—“We are in Kansas, hale and hearty and meeting all kinds of sncvess, advance sales alone being | sufficient to warrant usa good business, the 8. R. O. sign baing used more here than usual. We thonght Utah and | Colorado good business and was about |selfish enough to think all the money was in the West, but tind we have to cancel all such squeamish ideas as that although we love the West and onr friends there and hape soon to be among |them again. This frost and snow and ‘Jother illsof the East do not suit the Georgia’s as well as the West. We are soon to be in the state of Missouri. O1 .| course the boys feel like turning back | but we don’t havethe say s0 of that, yet || we anticipate good business in Missouri ,| but we can not hope to have as much private amusement. Several of ont boys took a flying trip Sunday, 12th, ,| from Burlington to Emporia Kansas and were entertained by a party of ladies of ,| Topeka and Emporia in the most esti mable menner, Another club has just ,| been organized in our company called the C.B U. club, the executive staf being Chas T. Watts, Wm. Shields Lonis Wright and Jeesie Gilmore. Thi: ,| club spent a never to be forgotten Sab , bath in Burlington Kansas with a party of ladies whom they regret much t |leave. This being the first onting of theC.B U’sthey claim to have en | joyed themselves hugely and are high ly elated over their success and thin! .|in Missonri they will have it again ,| Regards to all friends and Dave Thorn || ton of Portland Oregon. cee | Kansas City, Mo, Notes:—William {and Walker were at the grand las week with crowded houses nightly an matinees the same. They havea targ companyjas well as a good one. Oa | papers, the Journal and the Kansas Cit; :|Star say the show, wardrobe and scen , |ery is the best the public has witnesse y | in some time The World says themem »| ders of the company are that of ladie ;|andgentleman. The show is good fron 1|start to fiuish. ‘The management of th Grand claim the largest business don last week of the season. The colore , | clubs of this city before the arrival o _|the company got together and on ias ¢| Wednesday night gave Williams an j| Walker and company a big ball ani banquet Pop West and his orchestri pare still it in Kansas City J. Dennis | comedian with Geyer & Wests compan} s|has left for Houston Tex W. Bostwicl tuba and double bass player is rehears ing his single act which he thinks wil {bea winner. Mr. Konzonta, the fir king who recently closed with @ whit company is at the Wigwam theatre thi _| week. He has also taken a partner .| Wm. Fletcher, who is known all ove ,| the United States, both by colored anc .| white as one of our noted cornet soloist .|also being a singer, dancer, comediar -|and composer will make @ partner fo most any man. The team will be knowr as Williams and Fletcher and will oper .jat the museum. : eee | J.Ed. Green, (Bronze) writes fron >| Memphis:—The balmy weather make t| one forget his raglan. Four days onto >| every week immense crowds come t >| see Mister Johnson Tarn me Loose anc ?}in the Mrs. Johneon'’s Rent Rag Ball | sketch, tslue Johnson was the the prids Jof each performance. Last week’s bil was the all star minstrel. The circl | was one of extravagant beanty. Meser | Johneon and Ried, Kennet and William: ||on the ends and the circle comprisin; 1| the Misses, Eivira Johneon, Maggte Kin: ee a i yl OO ee eee eee ee. nee, ene, eer Oo Minstrels were ¢allers last week. Will be pleased to hear from all lady and gent performers. Watch the Freeman for the stock company under direction of J. Ed. Green. Regards to Tom Mo Cain, Jas. Love, Fred Carey, ‘‘Cudge” and Rucker. wes O3.{Herry Jackson sends the following from New York City:—‘Jones, Grant and Jones are at Tony Pastor's this week. Harry P. Brown was on the bill at the New York Theatre, Sunday night Johnny (Eggy) Jones is etill at the Douglass Club. Johnny says he will make his first appearance on the stage next season. | Murphy and Slater, singing and dan- cing comedians left Sunday for Provi- dence R. I., where they opened Monday at Kieth’s theatre. Goggin and Davisare in town after spending the past eighteen months across the pond. The boys are looking [dine and state that they have canght on in great shape over there. The Eureka trio, Mesers. Bd J. Brown | Pete Staples and Jessle Wilson are in the otty. These gentlemen are undoubt- Jedly the kings of harmony, both vocal andin instrumental. They are a big | hit herabouts. | Luke Pulley and B. M. Butler are re- |hearsing quite a number of people for | the mammoth cake walk to be given at |The Madison Square Garden, Feb. 5. |Our Jimmy” White vocal comedian |is a big favorite at the Harlem Casino | nightly. | Miss Bertha M. Clark, of Capes and | Clark is still with the Williams & Wal- | ker company. Ske writes of her pleas- | ing snecess and states that she will join .| her partner in time for the park season. Billy Capes was a great hit at Snffern | N. Y., last week and was re-engaged for ,| the present week. | Smith and Bowman have returned to || the metropolis after spending two weeks ||among friends and relatives in South Carolina. They have just finished an- other cong entitled, “Anas Let me Hear || From You.” Bradley and Bradley ace back from "| Perth Amboy; they are booked solidly | for four weeks. }| ‘The Brittons, Joo and Sadie, open at '|the Howard, Boston, the week of Feb 3 Lynn, Mass., the week of the 10th; and _| back home to the Atlantio Garden the week of the 24th, where they are great * | favorites. "| Yeager and Yeager are headliners at the Atlantic Garden this week; Mis Yeager is conceded by all crities to be 5 one of the best colored soubrettes, whill t) “Billy” is hard to beat in his acrobati 1) dancing and funnyism. ®| Jesse (Chapple) Manley made an im | mense hit last week singing “My Jose y|phine,” and his own composition, en titled, “My Lesta Let Me Hear Fron 1) 'You.”” -| ‘Tom Brown, the mimte, returned t s|oity Sunday, after finishing a success a|tal week’s engagement at Waterbury ®| Conn. ;| James Grandy and Sherman Coate ;|and Company in “The Watermelor ;| Feast,” area big hit at Miner's Olym || Pia Theatre this week. i] Frazier and Peterson have just fin ished a successful week's engagemen | at the Atlantic Garden; they are booke -|to appear to-morrow night at Proctor’ ’ | Fifth Avenue Theatre. ‘| Larkins and Patterson were on tht “| bill Sunday night at the Metropolitar 1! Thestre. ;| The Female Drammer Quartette ,| which is composed of the following vocalists, W. H. Tucker, Phil Portlock |N.B Collins and A. W. Collins, ar [rived in the city last week from Chica ,|go- The quartette is making good thik ' week at Proctor’s Twenty-third Stree! | Theatre. ,| Mr. and Mrs, Wm. A. DeMount have ,|returned to the city from England Mrs. DeMonnt is seriously ill. A testi monial benefit will be given for her or the evening of Jan. 30th, at the Colored . | Professional Clab of New York’s rooms ;|118W. Twenty-Seventh streot. Messrs ,|Tke Hines and Lake Pally are in chargé |Jof the affair. Geo. A. Hammonds, the clever baritone soloist, for several sea ,| sons with Isham’s Octoroons and Orien || tal companies, also Flynn's Big Sensa tion company, is now associated witt *| Chas. H. Moore in the Donglass club *| Mr. Hammonds is held in high esteen *| and is an excellent entertainer, and Mr ‘| Moore not being slow in appreciating ‘| this fact lost no time in tendering hin Hawarden, Ia. Special —Wm. C. Buckner, manager of Dixie Concert Company wa married to Mme. Neale G, Hawkine, Soprano of the company Jan 1, 1902, in the parlor of St. Jalien Hotel, Hamburg, Ia. ‘Mr. Buckner, who has a reputation as a Basso second to none in Chicago’s favorite. He was for a long time Director of the chior of Bethel church, at the eame time he was connected with . t i MEMPHIS, TENN VAUDEVILLE SHOW Every Night. Now booking shows for thie’and next season, LEW HALL Mawacen. ree R. §. DONALDEON, Proprietor. TOM LOGAN, General Manage THE MASCOTTE THEATRHEI rmretucateot Tampa, (Oy role Street, TAMPA, BLA, is The Theatre 0 to any part of Flor 2 Bon a our Praises ung. ‘The quality by which we have won distinction ie tee deietent obed 1a daleesoe Yerformngs and the rupert of our performances. Phe. BO, bie dloplayad mighey” On Blace good people with good acts, but wm too busy to “break i aumavusrs, Address all ‘cot: Inunicatlons TOM LOG AN Gonna oe The BUCKINGHAM Theatre CHAPPELLE BROS., Tampa, Florida. THE RECOGNIZED VAUDEViLLE HOUSE OF THE SOUTH. | ‘The mother of all similar houses of its kind in the Stats of Florida. Can place Foe eae att eg og Bn ft Stain Florida, Onn place | full particulars in first letter. Will send tickets to right parties, Performers eee ee ee Seen te eran eet par CHAPERLLE, Gen, Maneger: CY DOD Ts *Q PORT: Rye ety : 8 preMaway. ARE yts KKHHe ~ Lud» § various chiors of whit churches in con cert work; he was Mustcal Director of Miller’s Tennessans for four seacons and manager of Slayton’s Jubilee Singers for one season, since then he has managed the Dixie Concert Company. His reputation asa Christian gentleman is beyond question. | ‘There is bat little to be said about ‘Miss Hawking, for sheis too well known. Her repntation as a soprano stands at the headof any of her race. She was for seven years under the management ot P. R, Miller, and the late Prima Donna of his Hottest Coon in Dixie Co., which position she closed to join the Dixie Concert Uo. ‘The wedding groupe made a beautiful picture. ‘The groom wore the Conventional black. ‘The bride looked charming in a pearl gray imported broad-cloth costume apptiqued in white and cream panne velvet vest front. Mr. C P. Williams, Tenor and Sec, of the Co, was Mr, Buckner best man. He was in fall evening dress. Miss Lucile Hampton, pianist, of the company, was maid of honor. She wore @ whip-cord cloth dress trimmed in pink silk and chiffon and appliqued with cream lace, Rev. J. E. Fletsher, pastor of the M E, church, officiated ‘The iadies of the company took charge of the parlor and had it beautifully deo orated with palms and choice plants, ‘The wedding was strictly privat aside from two reporters, only member: of the company were present, ‘The gentlemen were in fall evening dress ‘Miss Calloway wore a blue cloth skir anda pink abbatross waist. Miss Kin dle wore a white silk trimmed in chif fon. After the concert @ public reception was held, and many of the hotel guest partook of the refreshments. The brid was the recipient of many beantifa presents. Their many friends wick them bon-voyage through lite. |The 13th Anniversary Celebration, The Curry School, Urbana, 0, An Insti- tution Which is Making Its Mark. The Curry School will celebrate its 13th Anniversary in March. Theschool was founded by President E. W. B. Carry in a shed, Delaware, O , 1889 The shed was rented for 50c. per month. ERS AS @ ~ ( > —<—S - % Ay ‘eB Editec (Se latha £ . By 23 De De Dee Marvin Hart defeated Billy Stift in three rounds at Louisville Monday night and will not return to his plumb: ing trade. Joe Goddard, the “Barrier Champion,’ who has met all of the latter day prominent heavy-weights, has decided to return to the ring. Goddard has signed articles to meet Joe Butler for 1! rounds at Allentown, Pa, on January 27. eee Frank Erne will re-enter the ring after his long retirement and meet Joe Gans at the Penn Athletic Club on Febrasry 10 If he is enccessfal in bis bout with Gans he will meet Rube Ferns at the Penn Club three weeks later. eee Jack Lymen, a feather-weight pugilist who fought Dixon and other good men died in New York on Saturday. 7oe Frank Slavin, the once noted Austra Han heavy-weight, 1s now a Govern. ment surveyor in the Klondyke. AT LIBERTY Cornet Bandjot 12 Pieces alldouble, and a No. 1 readers just closed with saclday it Gaputown Go Hayeoaise alte tigers writo-nddress BE BMINE, care of Ths 9 gust anny enemas Dr.Joseph H. Ward orrrox Hours: Stolam, 1t08p.mm — stosp.m, OFFICE AND RESIDENCE 4354 Indiana Ave., INDIANAPOLIS WewGoas 19.94 0ia Peeaedicaee ‘The prospect at first did not claim any great praise but to-day the Institution takes its rank among the best schools of Ohio. Pres. Curry was educated in the Delaware Schools, Micheal College and the Ohio Wesley University and is acknowledged as an educator of rare ability. His fame as an orator and eloquent speaker is to be envied. His addresses are in great demand. | ‘The school is located in elegant Property in Urbana, O., with students upon its roll from 6 Southern States and 17 Counties in Ohio. This Institution advocates an Industrial and Mental Education, coupled with a Pure Christianity which will lead the race to victory. The school aims to instruct the girls along the line of Domestic Science and Sewing; the boys in Print- ing and Domestic The department of Music Literary, Normal and Business are well conducted. The Informer a Race Journal which will open its 6th year this comiag May, is printed at the Curry School. The Carry School Baking Powders has proven to be an excellent article. The Anniversary will be observed with an address from a speaker to be selected, The History of the school read, a display: of the recitation work and e Musical recital. President Curry bas requested the friends to Christian Education to contribute to the Anniversary Offering. Send 13 nickles, or18 dimes, or 13 quarters, or 13 half dollars, or 13 dollars as much as you are able Contributions will be acknowledged ‘by receipts. Address: The President of the Curry Schoo Urbana, O. Edward Coleman better know as “Frenchie,” is now in Memphis, Tenn., trying to secare a match for Bobby Dobbs with any body from one bundred and thirty-five to thirty eight pounds. Crosby, Gans or Ed Walls preferred. Address Ed Coleman, Bobby Dobbs, representative and trainer, 81 De Sota street Memphis, Tenn, eee Chicago Sporting Editor: Please state in your next issue the wealthiest colored sports in this country. Can not answer complete but give you a few names of gentlemen who are well fixed. George Godfrey, Boston; J. J. Tarner, Providence, R. 1; Nail Bros., New York; William Cartis, St Louis, Mo; Andy Slaughter, Columbus, O.: John (Mush Mouth) Johnson, Poney Moore and Bob Motts Chicago. ese —"“My thoughts are couched," the poe cried, “In words that burns "To bis diamay ‘The callous editor replied: “Forsooth, I burned some yesterday!" rt a yr ay 7 Sa eee, I el Le Rk ae a Cy Lee Nn RNS = nip oF ee iy Gat) WHURCH. . = REV. EDWARD L. GILLIAM, EDITOR INDIANAPOLIS NOTES. {and Alabama. The address was wel The churches have been blessed with favorable weather, and a gratifying in- crease in their congregations, The Epworth Leagne of Simpson Chapel’ tendered a reception to their president, Geo. L. Knox, which was largely attended. School 40, Pennsylvania and North streets, has been closed for two weeks ‘on account of the fear of emall-pox, The batlding will be thoroughly fami- gated and cleaned. Revivals are being conducted in many of the churches with varying degrees of success. We begin at Stmpson Chapel to-morrow. The Delsarte and Musicale at Simpson Chapel, under the management of the Flanner Guild and the Simpson Chapel Choral Society, was a snecess in every way. Tho audience was delighted, and much credit is due Miss Daisy Walker and the Choral Society for giving the people an entertainment of such excel- lent character. The colored voters of this city are thinking. and it will be wise for the leaders of the Republican party to read the signs of the times. The Negro only i A eg X - * + Md 5 Oe se g ene y . ee a : REV. E W.S HAMMOND, D. D9 3 Dean ‘Theological Department,” Walden University. Nashville, Tenn. asks fair, honest treatment at the hands of thelr white fellow voters, ‘The Woman’s Home Mission Society, the Church Aid and Sewing Circles will assist the Trostees at their rally at ‘Simpson to-morrow. Miss Mamie Hawkins, the president of the Church Aid Circle, has gone to Hinsdale, Il, for a stay of five or six weeks. ‘We are pleased to note the convales- ‘enoe of Bros. Jordan, Montgomery and Bowman, also of Mrs. Irene Browder. Four of the teachers in the city schools are members of Simpson Chapel. Hon. Geo. L, Knox and the Epworth League Reception. On Thureday evening last the Epworth League tendered a reception to Hon. @.L Knox, their president. A large audience was present. The church was beautifully decorated with flags, flowers, drapery, etc, snd being brilliantly lighted presented @ gala-like appear- wnce. Mr. Knox was eecorted to the platform by Vice-president Trivble, After a song by the Simpson Chapel Choral Society, a solo by Mr. Bracken, an instromental colo by Miss Jennie Miller and a recitation by Mrs Laura Clay Davis, Mr. Knox was introduced by the pastor, and for an hour and a half entertained the audience with an interesting account of his recent trip through the States of Tennessee, Ar kansas, Mississippi, Louistana, Florida FOR COLORED PEOPLE mT IR GOODS OG Deri restscnrectrorrnc rote fa sna pate ff RI Ny See Seti Newt at pe cede cto tee iB) seawanamnaiions N i Se'TAKE ORDERS for 2 SWITCHES Bae oct} si Seco titaety ye ns , H eiseetiatenre bet ROR Maa) Sistecar tae PAB os wirocettaicveterwice S SiascPe Hts Esperia, 11 ftuncy otreot, Cuisages tie and Alabama. The address was well delivered and reflects great credit upon the speaker. A beantifnl boquet was presented him at theclose of hisaddress, The entertainment closed with a solo by Mr Eddington and a recitation by Mrs. Varnia Gilliam Lewis The dis: tinguished guest was then escorted to the table, and with representatives of the city papers and several others, was served with an elegant repast. METHODIST EPISBOPAL CHURCH. Her Colored Constituency Has} Made Wonderful Advancement. After more than a hundred years of most brilliant achievements for God and humanity, the Methodist Episcopal church re affirms her interest in the so-1 cial, moral, spiritual and intellectua welfare of the colored membsrehip within her communion with an empha- sis that ought not be misunderstood. ‘Those who have carefally studied the history and understand the spirit, sen- timent and genins of the M. E. church. stand ready to bear witness to the che r fal spirit in which this generous service has been rendered. It will go without saying that daring the entire history 0 the Methodist Episoopal church in America, the ever recurring questions pertaining to the status of her colored membership have always been consid- ered as among the most important. Nor has there been any abatement of interest. Neither has there been a shadow of cfticial suggestion that the relationship existing between these members of different color should be changed. We are indeed of the opin ion that the church takes especial pride in the record which she has made on ‘this eubject, and that she prefers that ‘this record shall not be obliterated by any mere question of sentiment, sec- tionalism or expediency. Tn keeping with this spirit, the M. E. church 1s planning for the enlargement of facilities looking toward the more thorough advancement of her colored constituency along all lines of social, moral, intellectual, industrial and spir- itnal improvement. Recent reports will show that this movement is planned on the most liberal scale, sinoe that it pro poses that the beneficiaries shall and must take more active part in the de velopment and vperation of these plans and purposes. It is, therefore, most eminently fitting and reasonable, then, that those who so willingly and in euch princely way contribute toward the success of these enterprises shonld be solicitous as to the profitableness of the investments We firmly believe that when every- thing is taken into cons\deration—en- vironment, circumstances and the em- barrasments made necessary by the en- forced isolated conditions in which a race of people is expected to work out tts own salvation; it is to be very ser- fonsly questioned whether any other people have done, or could have done better. One need not go into detail. ‘Yet, when the changes from the rude ‘civilization of less than forty years ago are calmly and dispassionately studied and the transition from the hut to the cabin, to the well arranged home, the more modern and pretentious church and echool house, the cultured and con- secrated professional leaders to the ac- quisition of habits of thrift and se try, and the virtues which enter into THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. 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Any preparation showing the heads with the hair done up in a coll, or showing features different from the faces shown in this advertise. ment, isnot OZONO. Seeing our marked success with the true hair-straightener, OZONO, King of all Hair-Growers, numerous firms are now widely advertising spurious compounds, and trading on the reputation that we have made for OZONO. Do not be fooled by these flaring advertisements, which are all promises. Buy the genuine and only original King of all Hair Tonics, OLONO, Two hundred and fifty thousand colored people bought OZONO in the last twelve months. OZONO is sold in every State in the Union, all over Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America, also in Cuba and the West Indies. Its fame has travelled around the world, because it is a true Hair Tonic, that straightens without any outside assistance. No hotironsare used; nothing but OZONO. | It not. only straightens the hair, but’ produces a long, silky, beautiful, luxurious growth of soft, fine hair. “To neglect your hair is more than foolish, when you can increase its beauty by a few applications of OZONO. We can’ send OZONO to any place that you may live in, no matter where you may live. ‘The price of OZONO is 50e. a box, sent to any point on receipt of price. Four boxes is a complete treatment, "In order to introduce this great. Hair ‘Tonic, we will send to you, on receipt of only $1.00, the following grand aggregation: Four boxes of OZONO; one bottle of ELECTRICAL SKIN REFINER, which softens rough skin and brightens black skin, making it several shades lighter, worth 50c.; also one bottle of ELECTRICAL SKIN FOOD, Nature's cure for all skin diseases, such a8 Pimples, Tan, Acne, Itch, Bezema, and Boils. It also removes Wrinkles, and makes the skin soft and pliant, | We will also inelude a one-pint package of ANTI-ODOR, which removes all smells and odors arising from the human body, such as feet, arm- pits, &e.; also one bar of our PURITY SCALP SOAP, made expressly for the human scalp, This grand aggregation offer is made to introduce honest goods. Cut out this coupon and mail to us, with $1.00, and we will send the goods the same day we receive the money. If you send $8.00, we will send you four lots; if you send #2.00, we will send you three lots. If you have a friend who wishes to take advantage of this lot, let them pin their name to this coupon, and the goods will be sent promptly. If this offer is read by some one who does not own this newspaper, they can get the goods by simply sending $1.00 and mentioning the name of the paper in which they saw our advertisement. Parties who desire one of our MAGNETIC COMBS, which aids materially in the straightening process, can obtain same by sending 50e. extra, Remember, OZONO is guaranteed to straighten the hair—to = make it grow long, soft, and glossy ; also to cure all BOSTON CHEMICAL CO0., 310 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. itching, burning, humiliating scalp diseases. To Enclosed find $1.00, for which please sond me the folowing goods, ashy yonr omer: | make the hair grow out again on bald spats, espe, Four la: OT Sree cially around the temples, there is no Hair Tonie on Be eee eee eee ee eth meaner. so earth one-half so good. ‘The Boston Chemical Com- ae three Necde 14 iecescar eria Bonn | 32 pany holds a charter granted, by the State of Vire ae peers ae ginia, We also refer to the Metropolitan Bank of en eee ce Me aaae Richmond, Va., and to the Southern Express Com- , 2, any. Register your letters; it protects you. Ad- fisipssiees ills oes, een Nowe Non Ss aewet aera leteere plainly ti Post-Office. Nearest Express Office fie BOSTON CHEMICAL COMPANY, Ionic nid eee ae 310 East Broad Street, RICHMOND, VA. the make-up of substantial business men, adorned not only with eradition, but with sound morality as well; the great character structure which they have erected by thelr own inherent strength, and invincible, but patient work. It must be admitted, when all these are considered, that there is a rep- resentation of moral heroism, character building and progress which must con- vince even the most skeptical, that vast multitudes of these people are surely rising to higher and better planes of thought and action. | A | . - oe pls ae SECOND M. E. CHURCH, ANDERSON, IND. e f We feel free to say that without the magnificent philanthropy and the pa- tient, persistent and loving service de- voted to our people by the Methodist Episcopal church, that these splendid results might not have been achieved Weare thus bound together by ties, natural, spiritual, fraternal. Let there be no schism. The question of right is greater than even public opinion. Love hath no barriers which cannot be sur- mounted, and the grace, and the gospel of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ looks toward unification, not separation If this is God's work, and all Method MAK It GTOW 1ODG, S0lt, ANG Glossy 5 aan To itching, burning, humiliating scalp diseases. To make the hair grow out again on bald spots, espe- cially around the temples, there sno Hair ‘Tonie on. earth one-half so good. The Boston Chemical Com- pany holds a charter granted by the State of Vir- gina. We also refer to the Metropolitan Bank of Richmond, Va., and to the Southern Express Com- peor. Register your letters; it protects you. Ad- iress your letters plainly to— BOSTON CHEMICAL COMPANY, 310 East Broad Street, RICHMOND, VA. ismhas been saying so for more than a century, let us take heed and give emphasis to His command, “Those whom God hath joined together, let not man put asunder. Epwarp W. S. HAMMoD, Walden Univ’sty, Nashville, Tenn. ANDERSON, IND. ‘We present ovr readers with cuts of the Second M. E. church, Anderson, Ind. It is aituated in the heart of the city and is. beautifal stracture worth $6,000, and was erected by Rev. E. R Lewis. Under the pastorate of Rev. T. R Fletcher this church is having great success. Rev. Fletcher is @ self-made, velf-educated man. Never attended school but three months, still he has successfully passed examinations and secured first claes teacher's certificates. He has filled with credit several impor- tant charges in the Lexington Confer- encé. As a result of his wise manage- rm the indebtedness is being rapidly reduced. GENERAL NOTES. Rey. J. E. Beard, recently pastor at Alexandria, Ind, will marry, so it is reported. Rey. G. A. Sissle, presiding elder, re- ports the work in a prosperous condi- tion. He organized a new church at Richmond, Ind., with twenty-five mem- bers. Rev. W. H. Vaughn, having closed a very gracious revival at Owensboro, which resulted in 114 additions, is en gaged in assisting Rey. J. W. Luckett at Hopkinsville, Ky. ‘The industrial work of the Methodist Kpiscopal Church was organized when Booker Washington was a student in Hampton, and has furnished many of the most competent instructors to Tus: kegee and other industrial institutions. Meharry Medical College of Walden University, Nashville, Tenn., has grad- uated some of the most competent and successful physicians, pharmacists and dentists in the country. ‘The Theological Department of Wal- den University, under Rev. E. W. 8. Hammond, Dean, is rapidly growing in numbers and efficiency, ‘The Rev. W 8. Rollins, who has bsen under specialists in Philadelphia, has returned to his home in North Vernon much improved. ‘The boom at Greencastle, Ind., seems tobe of a substantial character. The Second M. E. Church will begin # re- vival and start in with the boom. FLEMINGSBURG, KY. The revival services at this place have resulted in seven conversions to date, and the meeting is still in progress. The excitement growing ont of the trial of a colored man, on a charge of murder, and for whose protection the governor sent a company of State militia has somewhat subsided. | The Rev. D. E. Skelton is laboring ‘earnestly to make this his most sucoess- fal year, and the people are rallying loyally to his support. ‘ga ininieet, Wilberforce, O., Jan., 9, 1902. To ministers, philanthropists, patriots, humaniterians, alumni, christians and all lovers of education and humanity, Wilber- force sends greetings, On Feb,, 24, 1902 we will celebrate our 38th Anniversity, known as Founders Dsy with public exercises in the college chapel. Our desire is to make the day a memorvhle one not only on account of the literary pro- gram but from a financial stanapoiat Therefore we appeal to you for a personal free-will offering in such amounts aa your circumstances will permit. Our work is progressive and accumulatin: our demands are daily maltiplying, our re» sources are small. Please do not turn us aside but give what you can to a grest, good and worthy cause, May God help you todo so. Send your gifts to seoretary, Horace Talbert, box 31, Wilberforce, 0. ‘Your humble servants, JOSHUA H. JONES, Pres, HORACE TALBERT, Sec'y Copies of The Freeman may ve found at G. F. Baker's shoe shop every Satur- day, 1128 First Avenue, Birmingham, Als. RACE GLEANINGS At Greenville, Miss., there is a young Negro who owns 1 900 acres of first-class cotton growing land. the socalled Negro problem. The p master is a Negro, the leading hot owned and run by a Negro. The sch Mrs. French, a Negro woman in Mount Bayou, owns a store in which is a $5,000 stock of goods. Robert Church, at Memphis, is worth about $200,000. He has built an opera house there for use by people of his race. He is a large dealer in real estate. Buckston, Iowa, is helping to solve MADAM M'NAIRDEE Has Returned to the City. The gifted Clairvoyant, the great female wonder, born with the double (canl) veil, she is one of the old ancient Soviets of living Phrenologist and Physiologist. She tells plainly what you are best adapted for in life by reading your brains and mind. With a grasp of her hand she gives you a coil of influence to enable you to overcome all bad luck. She will teach you how to read the fifth chapter ix verse of St. Matt. “Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called the children of God.” She reunites the separated, makes peace where there is confusion. Your husband or wife will never become angry or your sweetest friend. She will teach you sooner if you will only heed this lady’s consultation. Read what several ladies of your city say “Yes, we believe her a Godsend to our city; my husband and I had been separated over a year and just think since I called on this lady, he returned to you today. She 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'NAIRDEE, miss consulting 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 business; no one's ill wishes filled; strictly a Christian lady and depends entirely on her heavenly gift. If you are painful or sailing, think you have been witchcrafted to see her. She spent eight years in the Jungles of Africa and has travelled to many places of the world. Went Read St, John, 9th chap, 33d ver: "If this man is not of God he could do nothing." Three parlors so arraigned that you meet no friends nor strangers; everything confi dential. Worst crowds you may call night or day. Permanently located. Send me a message. Send me a message. N.B. Send lock hair accompanied by one dollar ($1,00) and receive full life reading. Clip this ad. MADAM MCNAIRDEE-MOOORE has recently married and wishes all to address her as above at her old stair. She certainly is the wonderful woman of the 20th Century. She has made a many heart happy through her wonderful power. I, for one, as one in the midst, My heart ached from the cruel treatment of my husband and the way he would throw away his time and money. He will be a great friend it 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't praise her too high. 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 else can find. She past and present life and put you on the road 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 an advertise. I think my husband and I have 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 call or write to this dear lady, she will do. God will separate her from God and she will do the balance, 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 for she writes such soul letters, tells you how to make home hapy, ways enclose stamp for answer. Here she is as she looks today and a bride'te weeks. MADAME MCNAIRDEE-MOORE, 4172% Indiana Avenue, permanently located. THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER the socalled Negro problem. The postmaster is a Negro, the leading hotel is owned and run by a Negro. The schools are mixed and are taught by two white and two Negro teachers. A large dry goods store is run by a white man who employs seven Negro clerks to wait upon the people. + Give Booker Washington a brief respite. He has shown more good sense than a good many of those who attack him. He's held his tongue under what must be great temptation to turn that member loose. Not only might we commend his good sense in this, but perhaps we might profitable imitate him. Let the experiment be tried. The Missouri State Federation of Colored Women will hold their annual convention in St. Louis the 30th and 31 inst. They anticipate a large gathering. In issuing their State call they state as that the object of the meeting is As Follows: First Regular election of officers to serve for the year 1909. Second-To provide for a more complete dissemination of those principles which tend to advance the moral, intellectual and material status of the women of the race. Third-To more thoroughly organize, for better concerted action the Negro women of Missouri. + "Steve" Paine, of Philadelphia, Penn., the veteran colored fire fighter, who will be retired on a pension to-day after thirty years service with the Chicago Fire Department. can claim the distinction of being the first man to put to practical use the sliding pole which is now a part of the equipment of every fire station. He worked out the idea in 1872, and introduced the first pole into the old station at Clark and Twelfth streets. Although 70 years old, Paine is remarkably well preserved. He will now receive $47.50 a month. ÷ In Richmond, Va., there is established a Woman's Central League Training school and hospital. In November, 1899, a large three-story building was purchased at a cost of $6,000 to establish a hospital and training school. The object is to give industrial and educational training and train nurses to be competent to attend the sick in a scientific way, and to encourage, develop and operate any and all kinds of occupations, trades and labor peculiar to women. Many of the best white citizens of Richmond endorsed the plans and contributed generously to their success. If such schools can be established in the South, where the Negro has not much show, why cannot the North afford one, where so many advantages are given? As Marion expects to establish a hospital, it should have the hearty co-operation of every citizen in this city that it may be a success. VICE GAINS HEADWAY Ministers, Teachers and Parents Implored to Keep the Young People in the Right Paths. Memphis, Tenn. Special.—We appeal to all the preachers and teachers and good people of this city to teach our young girls and boys to keep away from all places of ill repute. We see them every night going to what they call dancing schools but they are hop joints or hell holes of the lowest grades. W. H Wells, the deputy grand chancellor of the Knights of Pythias in a few days will organize a new lodge and all who would like to get in as a charter member will make application at once with one dollar to accompany the same. For any information apply at 41 Turley street or at 215 Beale st. Mr. and Mrs. Dillard Cook entertained last Wednesday evening in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Will Climmons. It was a grand affair. The guests present were Mr. and Mrs. Baily, Mr and Mrs James Morgan Mrs. Beasley, Mr. and Mrs. Amzi Buchannan, Mrs. M Payne, Miss Clayton, Miss Sornggs, Miss Tardy and Messrs Wiley Price, George West. Tom Lane, Walter Jacobs and Walter Jones. Mr Bob Levy who has been spending the Summer in Chicago has returned to the city and was the guest of Mr William Jones's stag party last Thursday night. Everything went well Jolly Bob went the merry-go-round; Theodore Williams better known as Green was as funny as ever in his country sketches and another little man known as James who was from Missouri, was quite funny Mr. Jones entertained his guest in great style. He told his same great story, how, when he was out in Texas Special. Send 48c. to-day for Agents' Sample Outfit, containing one box Nelson's Straightine, one box Nelson's Scalp and Hair Cleaner, and one box Dr. Hopp's Indian Herb Tea, packed in a handsome cloth-covered Sample Case, containing order blanks, envelopes, etc., and start to work at once-before someone else gets ahead of you. Delay means your loss. Write to-day. Send money by P. O. Money Order or Registered Mail. It is for your protection. Address. NELSON MANUFACTURING CO., 1335 E. Franklin Street, Richmond, Va. he changed his name to Houston the rough rider. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Jones, of Chicago Ill, are visiting Mr. and Mrs. Roary Davis, 100 Trainor ave. Poney Moore, of Chicago while en route to Hot Springs, stopped in this city and was the guest of Mr. Hammet Ashford. There is something doing. There is going to be another big wedding soon. C. and W. read the Freeman. We have an article at this branch of The Freeman written by Mr. Pink Gehring, vice-president of the Cooks and Waiters Association. To the public: No matters can appear from this city before going through this branch office; E. W. Saddler, president; F. W. Bottley, vice; P. H. Montgomery, treasurer and general manager; J. Stevens, secretary. E. W. SADDLER. The Colored Voters are Getting Tired. Editor of The Freeman—Sir: I have been watching closely the actions of the Republicans of this city and county relative to the colored voters, and must confess that I am much surprised at their course. It is evident that the average white Republican does not consider the Negro a man. They seem to think his business to be that of furnishing votes, receiving therefor pats on the back, reminders of what the Republicans in the days gone by have done for him, promises of recognition if the party succeeds, and the appointment to a few places as sub janitors and patrolmen after election. The Negro is ignored entirely, in every way, and in everything until just prior to an election, and then he is in great demand. Permit me to point to an instance or two which substantiate what I have alleged. After the election of Governor Durbin the inauguration took place, but not a colored man in the entire State was invited. I have no reference to the inaugural ball, but to the inauguration ceremony. Not a single black face was to be seen on that occasion, save those holding places as under janitors in the State House. Again, recently, there was held a Republican Love Feast, but no colored men were invited, and it is currently reported that it was said none were wanted. Before the city election promises were made that in case the Bookwalter ticket was alected substantial recognition would be given the 5,000 colored voters who stood loyally by the ticket. But what has been done? Only one has been given a minor clerkship, one patrolman and several janitors have been appointed. Now there is another election at hand, and the Negro is again expected to rally to the support of the Republican ticket. For what? What will he get? NOTHING BUT PROMISES. Several colored men of ability have been mentioned as candidates for Justice of the Peace, the Legislature, etc., but I venture the assertion that but few of the white Republicans will cast a vote for any of them. The colored voters are becoming very, very tired of this sort of thing, and many of them are in a condition to demand recognition or to remain away from the polls on election day. And this would mean the defeat of the party. There is no earthly use in being mealy mouthed about the matter, if the white Republicans mean for us to understand that we must not expect any appointments, let them frankly say so, and not continue to make promises, and then break them as readily as make them. The colored voters of this city, some five thousand strong, are not all fools, neither are they all ignoramuses, and it behooves the leaders of the party to recognize that fact. The time for the colored voters to act is before the election. Afterwards is too late. A sheriff, clerk, assessor, recorder, etc., are to be elected in 'he coming contest. Let it be understood, if these candidates be given our votes, that we are to have representation in their offices, and if this assurance cannot be secured then stay away from the polls. We are told that office holding ought not to influence our voting; that we should make it a patriotic duty. But what about the white NELSONS STRAIGHTINE THE LATEST DISCOVERY FOR MAKING KNOTTY. KINKY. CURLY HAIR STRAIGHT BEFORE AFTER 10,000 Agents Wanted ... NEW YEAR To sell Nelson's Straightine THIS IS THE CHANCE OF YOUR LIFE. Nelson's Straightine is the greatest seller ever offered agents. It is without question, the greatest Hair Preparation on the market. Year Right. Take hold of an honest business, and make yourself independent for life. Don't fail to write at once for terms and full information. Address. NELSON MANUFACTURING CO., Richmond, Va. men who make such a fearful scramble for office? We believe that we should make it a matter of sentiment and business combined. I have been a citizen and tax payer of this city for eight years; am not a candidate for office; am seeking no appoint either for myself or friends; have no ax to grind, but am frankly stating what hundreds of my people are saying privately, and am thus frank in hopes that the leaders of the Republican party may be wise enough to see the justice of our position, and brave enough, and fair enough to deal with us justly. Let them do this and we will be found standing by them and with them. EDWARD L. GILLIAM. Indianapolis, Ind. Jan. 14, 1903. PENSACOLA. FLORIDA The Deep Water City Apace With the Times in Commercial Industries. Special to the Freeman. PENSACOLA, FLA., Dec. 29, 1901. In this old Spanish town I was accorded many varied and pleasing surprises. The people are generously hospitable and thriving along the many business lines they have established. In brief I inclose herewith a careful resume of all I saw. Oliver & Green, fancy and staple grocers, are one of the big concerns to which the colored people of Pensacola can justly point with pride. Their stock is perfect. The excellency and quality of their goods have attracted to them a large white trade. Sunday & Seymore, butchers, is a new firm just entering business. They are carring a side line of groceries and green goods. They have got off well, and both are hustlers. G. Bowling is doing well handling fresh meats and groceries at 813 N. Terragona street. W. A. Watts & Co., dealers in dry goods, shoes, hats, gents' and ladies' furnishing goods, are conducting the only business of the kind run exclusively by colored men in the city. H. Pittman & Son have been in business but three months. The present appearance of their excellent grocery establishment tells too plainly that they have come to stay. W. H. Harvey is the only undertaker of color in the city. He is giving entire satisfaction. Wm. Moore & Co., merchant tailors, No 9 Intendencia street, is one of the favorite firms in their line in the city. They enjoy the best patronage. Perhaps the most successful of all the Negroes engaged in business of any kind in Pensacola at present is Samuel Charles, boot and shoe dealer. Mr. Charles also conducts one of the largest repair shops in town. He furnishes findings of the trade to one-half of the entire shoemakers in Pensacola. Mr. Charles, not yet 35 years of age, has real estate possessions valued at $10,000. His rent roll is $70 per month. The Klondike bar, conducted by Jos. H. James, is one of, if not indeed, the finest saloons and dance halls in Pensacola. His place is tastefully arranged and conveniently located for the entertainment of all tourists. E. B. Gagnet, grocer, 142 Zarragassa street, has an elaborate display of fancy groceries. Mr. Gagnet has been in business seven years, is well known and enjoys a large patronage. C. H. Alston, attorney at law, is very successful. He practices in all courts, both State and Federal. In four years he has built up a substantial clientele, and is rapidly acquiring property. The Union Shaving Palace, Morgan Moore proprietor, is the best shop in the city. He also carries a big stock of first class cigars. He is marketing a special brand of his own called "The Morgan Moore." It is a popular seller and a cool sweet smoke. Wash Clark is the only Negro veterinary surgeon I have seen on my trip through this country. Mr Clark is annual physician for the horses who represent the most fashionable stables in the city. His has the most lucrative practice of all the veterinaries in the city of Pensacola. Geo. B. Green, installment dealer in furniture and house furnishing goods, 313-315 N. DeVillier street, is the biggest merchant in this line of any Negro in the South. He carries in stock everything that goes to furnish up a home. Mrs. Gillara, 130 Terragona street, conducts the one and only strictly first class boarding house in Pensacola. Mrs. Gillara entertains only persons that come well recommended. I cheerfully endorse her place to all first class patronage. Miller Bro.'s barber shop, 212 Terragona street, is an establishment of credit. Edward Gumren, the congenial manager of Mrs. A. E. Hamilton's bar, is rapidly laying the way for the substantial foundation of a business for himself. Mr. Gumren is a "top notcher" as a dispenser of drinks. Prof. N. A. Balfour, chiropodist, is a skillful and deserving young man. Prof. Balfour is also a graduate in osteopathy and dermatology. He holds forth at the Pensacola Drug Store. George Washington Gains, pastor of A. M. E Zion church, is doing a masterful work. Rev. Gains has a membership of one thousand. His church property is valued at $10,000, and is free from legal incumbrance. Rev. James Dean, pastor of Allen Chapel A. M. E. church, is indeed an interesting man to converse with. Rev. Dean, at one time, was duly elected and served as County Judge, Monroe county, Key West, Fla. He was also member of the bar of the Supreme Court, District of Columbia and of the State of Florida. He is only 43 years of age, and is a graduate of Cookman Institute, Jacksonville, and Howard University, Washington, D.C. Rev. C. J. Hardy is a Texas product whose present labors are cast with the Floridians. He is pastor of "John the Baptist" church; has a membership of 350 and an edifice worth $8,000 free from all debt. Mme. F. DesVerney-Carr, elocutionist, musician and teacher, presents to a stranger easily the most interesting woman in Pensacola. Mme. Carr was the leading spirit in the formation and permanent establishment of the Normal and Industrial Institute. With an opening of eleven students the daily attendance has increased to seventy-nine with an enrollment of 83. The school is nondenominational, and is supported solely by lovers of conservative education The present industries are cooking, plain sewing and dressmaking. Every indication points to a bright and successful future. Mme. Carr is also the jounder of the Pensacola School of Music and Elocution. J. C. Young, lacksmith and general repairer, 14 S. Tenagona street, is making some money. Spencer Bibb, proprietor of the Owl restaurant, does the best business in this line on Zarragossa street. He runs in connection with his cafe first class bakery. In Warrington, Fla., I found the following business establishments conducted by colored people: Sylvester Campbell, dealer in staple and fancy groceries, is doing a good business; Moses White conducts the one and only bakery in the town, and supplies the navy yard with its daily consumption of bread and pastries. He is quite wealthy. Benjamin Dolphin conducts a first class dry goods and grocery store, He carries a $1 500 stock. Mrs. Hanah McCrea is doing well in the grocery business. J. D. HOWARD. Club and Social Notes. Special from Springfield, Illinois. There was an enthusiastic meeting at the Union Baptist Culture club last Sunday evening. Several gentlemen discussed the "Crisis in relation to the Negro." Among the distinguished speakers was Hon Ed. Greene. Shelly P. Jones is visiting his parents this week. Mr. Halie wafter at the Leland hotel, is on the sick list. The young men will give a swell ball at Carpenter's hall Tuesday night. It will be unex coiled. Rev. W. H. Saunders preached an interesting sermon last Sunday from the Psalms of David. The people who denounce Booker T. Washington reminds one of the Pilate in the Sanhedrin court of old. They find no fault in him, yet smite him—his works are miracles, yet he is an imposter. O, consistency, how shallow thou art. Parties having matter for The Freeman will please send it to E. L. Rogers, Leland Hotel. Mr. M. Cummings and E. L. Rogers entertained a few of their friends last Wednesday evening. The address of Mr Sherman Wilson before the St. John Literary Society, January 1, on "Lincoln, the Emancipator," has received much comment. Every colored person should read some colored paper, and the colored editors should strive to make their paper wanted. The St. John Literary Society purchased fifty bushels of coal to be divided between the church and pastor. The Negro. Dear Sir:-The best way I know f the Negro to better his condition is for im to love, honor, respect and assist his own people. The more the Negro loves the more he honors, the more he respects and the more he assists his own the better the Ne. groes'condition will be and above all things that Negro men should do is to love, honor and respect the damsels of a dusky hue. They say that the Negroes of Alabama are registering and paying poll tax to beat the band. WONDERFUL DISCOVERY Curly Hair Made Straight By OZONIZED OX MARROW CO.. 76 Wabash Avenue, Chicago, Illinois. The PRESENT GENERATION of HOUSEWIVES will no doubt remember this picture on the wrappers around A A A A DOBBINS' ELECT IC, SOAP ELECTRIC SOAP DOOR MISS. FOOT CAN BEEN 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 in cash. The same soap is now sold 6 Cents by all first-class grocers at a Bar, Size of bar and quality is exactly as it used to be. A box of Dobbins' Electric soap in every house, as it improves with age. DOBBINS SOAP MFG. CO., (Sole Proprietors) Philadelphia, Penna. FOR THE ... NEW YEAR $10.00 for a black lynx boa that was $15 Four foxtails form its embellishment. $10.00 for Isabella fox scarfs with 24-inch streamers; the sort which were $17 50. $13.50 for a $20 mink scarf with six long foxtails. $14.75 for double stripe mink scarfs recently selling at $25. $13.50 for a natural lynx scarf, ornamented with four natural tails; reduced from $19.75. $19.75 for one Persian lamb scarf which was $30. A beauty and a bargain. $18.50 for handsome scarfs of stone marten with natural tail trimming; were $30. $22.50 for one of our best scarfs of brown marten; regular price $53 $30.00 for a 7-inch boa of Isabella fox recently priced $45. L.S.AYRES & CO. "Indiana's Greatest Distributors of Dry Goods." ..CITY NOTES.. Mrs. Ella E. Faison is improving slowly. Mr. L. A. Wood of Mt. Hope, W. Va. is in the city attending the Miners Convention. Quite a number of delegates attended the Miner's Convention held in this city last week. Try skin Clear for liver splotches Nothing better. Elevator 7 S. Meridian street. Knox Hair Parlors. The Indianapolis Concert Company is busy practicing with the view of giving a great musical festival in the Spring. Mr. and Mrs. William Lonas moved Monday to 413 W. Pratt street where they are coily situated and can be found by their friends. Zack Young, a well known young man of this city, and formerly employed on the News, dropped dead in Chicago Tuesday, Jan. 21st. FOR SALE—Creole hair braids to match any hair. Knox Hair Parlors rooms 22-23 Big 4 block corner Washington and Meridian. Mrs D. D. Hunter after a pleasant stay of three weeks in Kentucky visiting her mother. Mrs. Harriett Spaulding of Frankfort, returned last Saturday. S. M. Campbell, of Kentucky, is attending the the Miners' convention in this city. Mr. Campbell is secretary of his state and is well known in labor circles. Rev. N. W. Locke of Winchester, Ky. is in the city stopping with Rev. Gilliam, 616 W. 11th street and is conducting revival services at Simpson Chapel. B. L. Greer of Birmingham, Ala., R. A. Carew of Pratt City, Ala., and W. H. Everly of Wylam, Ala., delegates to the Miners convention were pleasant callers this week. The quartet composed of Mesdames Kathryn Harper, Lucretia Knox, Messrs F Fowler Brown and William Collins will go to Connerville Monday to render a concert. Thomas Bush, nephew of John E. Bush, receiver of the United States land office at Little Rock, Ark., was shot through the heart by an assassin Tuesday and instantly killed. There is no clew. Mr. Gurley C. Brewer and Miss Gertrude C. Howard were married Wednesday, Jan. 15th, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Lanier, in North Capitol avenue. Rev. R. French Hurley officiated. Mr. Chas. Stewart the well known newspaper man passed through this city a few days ago on his way South. The Freeman and staff welcomes Mr. Stewart to this city when ever he can spare the time to make us a visit. Hon Geo L. Knox will deliver his lecture "The American Negro and His Possibilities" at Wayman Chapel Wednesday night Feb. 12. This lecture is a rare treat and the pastor asks the members and friends to give him a good audience. A debate will take place at Odd Fellows Hall Jan. 29th, subject: "Resolved. That the Negroes of America need The Eureka Barbershop Strictly first-class in every respect Hot and cold baths. The best attention and respect will be snow ladies and coldren. 151 Twenty-fifth Street, ODGEN, UAH. FORTUNE TELLER Your life revealed. For truthful predictions and reliable advice, send 12 cents and birthday card. special legislation." The judges selected: Edwin Stokes, Mrs. Dr. Beulah Porter, Mrs. Amanda Mayne, Dr. B. J. Morgan and Wm. M. Lewis. NEWS IN OLD KENTUCKY. OLD FOLK'S CONCERT AT WASH- Williams' Go Where You Mr. Clarence W. Jordan, principal of the Bardstown, Ky., school and his sister, Miss Levie Jordan of Louisville, were summoned by telegram and arrived in the city Saturday to attend the bedside of a sick brother, Mr. Elliott Jordan at the home of their aunt, Mrs. John Jones, 614 Ogden street. He died Sunday at 2 o'clock aged 23 years, and was a most excellent young man. He leaves many relatives to mourn his death. His funeral service was conducted by Rev. N. A. Seymour, interment in Crown Hill by C. W. Willis undertaker. The Iron League's annual smoker was held Thursday evening. The following program was rendered: Remarks.....Benj. Wilson, President Toastmaster.....James N. Shellton The Iron League.....G. Brewer Organization.....Wm. M. Lewis Republican Party.....G. L. Knox Negro Soldier.....Chas. W. Brown Lincoln.....W. E. Henderson Our Duty.....J. H. Lott The Negro Republican Newspaper Candidates I. D. Blair The Flag.....J. Wesley Bridges Allen Chapel, of the A. M. E. church, was filled last Sunday afternoon at the McKinley memorial meeting held at 3 o'clock. After a few remarks by the pastor, the Rev. R. French Hurley, the Young Ladies' Quartet rendered "Nearer, My God, to Thee" Wert Smith, a member of the High School, read a paper on "Possibilities of Our Young Men," which was followed by the reading of another paper by A. C. Moss on "Monuments of Our President." J. T. V. Hill, James A. Byrant and others then gave short addresses, in which they enologized the work of the late President. At the close of the meeting a collection of $5 was taken up for the McKinley memorial fund. COWARDLY PARENTS. There are many weak parents, who to avoid the designation of being "Stuck up" allow their children to form all sorts of acquaintances simply because they would be considered neighborly and sible; they often allow their girls to spend the night out at some place because of a "party" or some kind of "entertainment" is given and "it may be too late to come home and they can stop with us." The promise—"We will take care of your girls" has been the beginning of the end of many otherwise good girls; this is the social gate. way that is crowded with innocent young girls, who passing into such flowery fields are all to soon, awakened to the horrible reality of a compromised character or deeper disgrace. "Oh, let your girls go, I will see to them" exclaims some enthusiastic, money-making minister, professor or other "big-dog," who is getting up an excursion having an eye single to the number of excursionists rather than to good morals of those who go; we have yet to believe that any minister, who would run an excursion from one city to the other and using his influence as a minister to get up his crowd, is sincere in the work of moral elevation of his people; however the parents under the persuasion of the too much trusted leader and the entreaties of the girls, give consent and they go.—not to an innocent pleasure, but irrevievable ruin. They rarely return as they left and all because the parents are too cowardly to say, "No!" There are but few parents, who can stem the tide of criticism, because they dare to manage their own families. There are hosts of people, who will vent their spleen because some mother or father presumes to take/a moral stand and spleen because some mother or father presumes to take a moral stand and say,—"No!" they cannot go." There should be womanhood and manhood enough in parents to manage their families without so much outside advice; the old argument "Oh, all the girls are going," or "Mr. and Mrs. So and so are going" or "their girls are going" should be promptly brushed aside with the prompt and decisive reply that "Mr. and Mrs. So-and-so can do as they please with their family and I reserve the parental right to do likewise." Parents should not be afraid of people saying, "You are too hard on your girls" or, "You should let the young people enjoy themselves" or "They think their children are too good to go with us" all of which should be met with the gentle but positive reminder that you alone are responsible for your family and not them. Be brave enough to say "NO" and stick to it. E. C. Cooper is The Freeman's agent in Anniston, Ala. Address 1600 Pine street. Old Story. Mrs. Wederly—"I am going to write to mamma to-day. Have you any message for her?" Wederly—"Well, you may send her my regards, but perhaps it would be just as well not to mention how I regard her."—Chicago News. NEWS IN OLD KENTUCKY. OLD FOLK'S CONCERT AT WASH INGTON STREET CHURCH. "Jones' Day" in the Egyptian City-G. E. Marshall Entertains - Lawyer Townsend Meets With Success. Paducah, Kv., Special. Prof. Jones' orchestra will make its annual trip to Cairo about March 14th. Special rates have been secured on the steamer "Dick Fowler" for all wishing to go and participate in the festivities. This day, for many years, has been dedicated to Mr. Jones' orchestra, so now in the "Egpytian City" it is known as "Jones' Day," and the general hospitality of our Cairo brethren has forever won for them a sacred reception in our hearts. Prof. Jones is now arranging several of his own compositions, which will be rendered for the first time on this occasion. Messrs. Gus Givens, Burt. Furtree and Richard Montgomery are the special committee; Frank Jones, Jr., general manager. Oscar J. Buckner, of Springfield, Ill., an able musician and an accomplished pianist, comes highly recommended as a piano instructor. Those desiring to take instructions upon the above instrument, will please call or address O. J. Buckner, 417 S. Saventh street. Allen Johnson, one of the popular chefs at the Palmer, is an habitual reader of The Freeman, and thinks no colored home should ever be without a copy. Tom Lewis of Washington street, is out of the city on business. George E. Marshall entertained his friends at dinner the 12th inst, in honor of his 35th anniversary. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Medlock, Mr. and Mrs. Crisp, Mrs. M. Johnson and Mr. and Mrs. Short. Miss Annie Boyd, after spending the holidays with her friend, Miss Annie Witherspoon, of Springfield, Ill, is home again. Prof. Jones' clarinet player is all smiles since her return. The infant child of Jeff. Mens died on the 17th inst. Thomas, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ples Wiley, is very sick with pneumonia. Mrs. Liza Reid, of S. Eighth street, who has been sick for some time, is some better. Miss Kizzie Boyd, after a long visit to her sister, Miss Little Boyd, in Chicago, is back with us again, to the delight of her many friends. The many friends of Prof. Benton, principal of the Lincoln school, will be pleased to know that he is much improved and that the physician has the best hopes for his recovery. Ed. Fauntieroy, formerly head clerk at W. Grant's clothing store, has resigned to accept an important position at the "Palmer." Mrs. Althia Wiley, will, in the near future, reside in Memphis, Tenn. Mamle, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ben. Grundy, is able to be up again. Mrs. Frankie Campbell is erecting several new houses on Jones street. Miss Neecy Woods, who has been the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Johnson, on Washington street, has returned to her home in Princeton. Mrs. Hawkins, wife of Rev. Hawkins, is very much improved. An Old Folk's concert was organized in the Washington Street church, to be presented in the near future. Mrs. Isabel Thomas, of Plunkett Hill, is very ill with typhoid pneumonia. Little Miss Gilbert McClure, of Court and Eleventh streets, is improving after several weeks' illness from pneumonia. Miss Della Chambers, aged 16 years, died on the 18th inst. She was buried at Stiles. Robert Hale and family have moved to St. Louis for permanent residence. Rev. M W. Greer, after several weeks' sojourn in Greenville, Miss., with relatives, has returned home. Mr. Isom Townsend, our colored attorney, is meeting with much success in our city. Words of Praise. Received, Dec. 7, 1901, from Louis Morris, Cincinnati, La—The Ozonized Ox Marrow Co., Chicago, Ill., Dear Sirs:—Your pomade is the best preparation I ever 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 Miss., Dear Sirs:—I must confess I never tried any preparation so excellent for the hair as your Ozonized Ox Marrow so I send for another bottle. It is the only thing that gives life to the hair. Received Nov. 23 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. SOLD EVERYWHERE. Williams' Shaving Stick, 25c. Genuine Yankee Shaving Scoop, 10c. Swiss Violet Shaving Cream, 50c. Williams' Shaving Scoop (Barbers). Round Cakes, 110, 140c. Exquisite also for toiletries. Use 10c. stamp. The firm in the working life has a specialty of SHAVING Soaps. THE J. B. WILLIAMS CO., Glastonbury, CO. LONDON PARK DRESSED SYDNEY POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENTS We are authorized to announce Lewis G. Akin as a candidate for County Recorder, subject to the decision of the Republican primary election. We are authorized to announce Henry W. Tutewiler as a candidate for Coroner of Marion county, subject to the decision of the Republican primary election. William E. Davis as a candidate for Clerk of Marion county, subject to the decision of the Republican primary election. We are authorized to announce Fred K. Shepard as a candidate for Auditor of Marion county, subject to the decision of the Republican primary election. We are authorized to announce E. Octavus Mack as a candidate for Justice of the Peace of Ger ter township, Marion county, subject to the decision of the Republican primary election. We are authorized to announce E. J. Robison as a candidate for County Treasurer, subject to the decision of the Republican primary election. Letter from Mrs. Frederick Douglass. CEDAR HILL, ANACOSTIA D. C., January 10, 1902 Mrs. Landonia B. Williams, Principal of Frederick Douglass School, Indian- apolis, Ind. Dear Madam: I am grateful to you for your invitation to be present at the dedication of your school building, which is to bear the honored name of Frederick Douglass, a name which its noble possessor carried unstained through a long and active life, and which, when he passed from sight, came into the possession of the world and the generations to come as a synonym for highest manhood, for persistent endeavor, and for unreserved consecration to duty and the uplifting of humanity. I cannot be with you on this auspicious day, and look, as I should like to do, into the eager, young faces so significant of a worthy future, but I can ask them to remember each time they look upon that honored name that it bears a direct message to them from Frederick Douglass himself, and says: "Are you honest? Are you industrious? Are you truthful? Are you determined to snose in life? Then am I proud to have my name above your portal." Mr. Douglass loved boys and girls, and rejoiced when he saw them striving for an honored place in the world, and desirous to win the commendation of good men and women. Mr. Douglass loved all living creatures. No one ever knew him to be cruel to man or beast. His horses loved and trusted him; his dog was his friend, and the household cat was never happier than when purring about his person. The world knows that Frederick Douglass was great, but it can never know how good he was. Study his life, dear young friends, and every speech and address of his you can get hold of. It will make you truer men and women, and every day, as you pass into this beautiful building, remember its name and feel as if the hand of Frederick Douglass rested upon your heads. Accept, Dear Mrs. Williams, for yourself and your associate teachers and pupils, my congratulations for present and most earnest wishes for future success. Very gratefully and sincerely yours. HELEN DOUGLASS Metropolitan Brevities. Greater New York Special—The social whirl is now in its height. The big receptions of the year are given here during this and the coming month. and colored society is in high glee. The Go Where Your Work Is Wanted GRANT H CLAY, M. D., Dentist DENTAL SPECIALIST, 150 N. Illinois St., near Ohio-St. JOHN RAUCH'S Melrose Flanner & Buchanan. 32 0 N: Illinois St., bet. New York and Vermont St A. 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New ORLEAN, Jan. 18. -Cotton steady. Sales, 3,590 bales. Ordinary, 6,916; good ordinary, 7,160; good ordinary, 8,160; good middleing, 8,36; middling fair, 8,86; Receipts, 7,930 bales; stock, 358,489 bales. New Orleans, Jan. 20. -Cotton quiet. Sales, 2,550 bales. Ordinary, 6,916; good ordinary, 7,160; low middling, 7,86; middling, 7,156; good middleing, 8,36; middling fair, 8,86; Receipts, 7,930 bales; stock, 358,489 bales. New York, Jan. 20. -Spot cotton closed quiet; middling uplands, 8,76; middling gulf, 89; Sales, 377 bales. New Orleans, Jan. 21. -Cotton steady. Sales, 3,590 bales. Ordinary, 6,916; good ordinary, 7,160; low middling, 7,96; middling, 7,86; good middleing, 8,36; middling fair, 8,96; Receipts, 15,400 bales; stock, 358,489 bales. New York, Jan. 21. -Spot cotton closed quiet; middling uplands, 8,51; middling gulf, 89; Sales, 1,057 bales. --- and You are Sure to Get Good and Careful Attention. Go where your work is not wanted and you are sure to be neglected, and you pay higher prices than I charge Not a white dentist in the city who has a living practice, is seeking the colored people's trade. My work has pleased the largest Dental firm in the State, for 14 years, why can't I please you and save you Money? AY, M. D., Dentist 50 N. Illinois St., near Ohio-St. RAUCH'S..... elrose DING 5c CIGAR. Buchanan, READING DIRECTORS New York and Vermont St FAIR PRICES HAIR. SWITCHES ```markdown ``` Are cut 32 inches long, short stem made of black kinky hair. Sent postpaid on receipt of 30c buys a pair of black kinky hair Braids 16 inches long. 30c buys a Single Braid kinky hair 16 inches long. Bangs Hair Pun and Ornaments of every description. Most complete line of hair goods in this country for Send stamp for Well Illustrated Catalogue. T. W. TAYLOR 59 Congress St., DETROIT, MICH. [In writing ple se mention the Freeman] MILLINERY Mrs. H. M. 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