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It Pays to Advertise in THE FREEMAN Rates Furnished on Application. Subscribe now! THE FREEMAN A NATIONAL ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER MEN OF THE HOUR A GLOWING TRIBUTE TO THE WORTH OF H. C. HAYNES. HIS WIFE HIS GUIDING STAR! From the Lowly Calling of "Swapping Razors" he has Risen to be the Head of a Large Manufacturing Company in the City of Chicago. New York City, N. Y., Special.—It has been said (with derision of course) that the Negro can wear more medals, attend more conventions, appropriate more titles, keep less appointments, rise to more "pins," lay under more "quarts," make more preparations for benefits after his death, and survive longer off of absolutely no means whatever than any known specimen of the genus homo. Allowing for the humor in this scintilating parsimony, it is gratifying to know that such calumny eminates from the degenerates of a modern civilization, whose only excuse for their presence on earth lies in their misconception of "Consider the liness of the fields," etc. There are those, no doubt, whose actions and caperules do strongly appeal for a sympathetic assistance from the classes, and are consequently pittying to behold; while the same spectacle affords entertainment and much amusement in the aggregate to those who delight in his ignorance and soul cravings. The opinion is gaining ground however, in the belief that "the nauseating appendage of this breed of the human family is on the wane, and a parallel of the times, before and after, is ample proof of its decadence." "The survival of the fittest," is indeed a splendid adage applicable to the Negro in this age, as well as a retrospective to those whose only calculations result calumniously. To here speak of the many noble characters. ters that I have been fortunate to meet in THE LONDON MUSEUM their many ways and walks of life, while in my wanderings throughout the different states and territories, would be a great pleasure indeed, I here embrace the opportunity to say that on occasions when I have been blessed with their society and companionship the thoughts of which are the most pleasant recollections of my life), but I ford for time on the one hand, and a sense of justice on the other, to the esteemed editor and manager of The Freeman, whose columns have always been onen for race character for a wife, I was the difficulties and to fore was a 'brother to the ox.'" "Lawd o' mussy—what Grit to de back bone, th Mr. Haynes gave an am how he made his first more developed into a magnific "His father despised a gan not allow a pack of cards in he did not see any harm horse race or chicken fig ```markdown ``` VOLUME XV. NUMBER 35. extollings when to the point, and not too long-winded. I had the pleasure of being introduced and becoming familiarly acquainted with Mr. H. C. Haynes, promoter, proprietor and founder of the now famous H. C. Haynes Strop Manufacturing Co., of Chicago, Ill. It was during his sojourn in Greater New York, and besides the pleasure and admiration, I entertained for his social qualities, there was that inexpressible fondness and gratitude felt for that which marked him so much a man—a genius. I offer to the many readers of The Freeman an abbreviated biography of the above named gentleman, as I have gleaned from himself and stanunch admirers. Born at Salem, Ala., in 1868. As a young man still in his "teens," the duties of support soon fall to his lot, because of the aged and feeble condition of his parents. A journey through the Western half of the United States, engaging at odds and ends, whenever and wherever convenient, proved lucrative; after which he hastened home to the comforts of those who were nearest and dearest, and there began an apprenticeship for the trade as barber. It was while engaged at this trade that he first conceived the idea of the strop that stands so upon its merits, and has made him so famous. His circumstances in a financial sense, being so limited, that he was compelled to abide the time when opportunity became more favorable and less hazardous. In due course of time he finished his trade and rewarded his labors by making application for life membership in the Progressive Order of Benedicts. Miss Alice Reed (now the Mrs. H. C. Haynes) was then a considered nucleus of Salem's most charming eligibles, and she (no doubt after much persuasion) approved of his application and became Mrs. H. C. Haynes, now a pleasing and graceful acquisition to Chicago aristocracy. Like all great men, Mr. Haynes attributes his success to the careful guidance of his genial companion; a beautiful boon to the marriage state, and highly complimentary to her who shares and enjoys his successes; to quote him verbatim, he says: "Our honeymoon was marked with many scars from the constant contact with hard times, sickness and the like, but thanks and praises to Him who blessed me with a noble ```markdown ``` character for a wife, I was able to overcome the difficulties and to forever forget that I was a 'brother to the ox.'" "Lawd o' mussy—what pluck 'll do, Grit to de back-bone, thru an thru." Mr. Haynes gave an amusing account of how he made his first money, that laterly developed into a magnificent bank deposit. "His father despised a gambler, and would not allow a pack of cards in the house," but he did not see any harm in betting on a horse race or chicken fight, or "swapping INDIANAPOLIS, IND., SATURDAY. AUGUST 30, 1902. HON. S. A. JORDAN, I. C. G. M. Knights and Daughter of Tabor, Little Rock, Ark. mules." So, with the natural inherited instincts, he engaged in "swapping razors" for want of mules, and the "boot" accruing therefrom soon proved the bonus in the bank. The beautiful results of his savings and his much-to-be-admired business propensities, are now to be seen at 3537 Deanborn street, Chicago, where a large manufactory with all the modern machinery improvements and appliances are engineered by experienced and skilled workers, in HON. S. A. I. C. G. M. Knights and Daughters The subject of this sketch is one of the most prominent secret society men in the South. He is the able successor to the late Father Moses Dickson. The Knights of Tav full blast and a usual daily routine. The roster is composed of the following: General manager, private secretary, stenographer, chief of mailing department, foreman, messenger, porter and a score of workmen. The mail order business is of such magnitude that very often extra help is necessary to expedite it. A visit to any of the larger Cutley establishments of the North, East and West, will soon convince the enquirer of the excellent standing and esteem in which the H. C. Haynes Razor Strop M'Tg Co., is held and how rated. Mr. Haynes is his own road representative and has been for a number of years; a few places he has had to conceal his identity, but 'tis gradually becoming known, and strange to say his business continues to grow better every year. It was while here in New York a few weeks since, that he placed an order with a prominent German Razor Mffg Co. for one hundred dozen razors of extra quality and high grade of his own design, and stamped with his own name, to be delivered at an early date. A beautiful advancement in the history of Negro business enterprises and will beyond doubt be received and welcomed by all race enthusiasts. Let us all unite in joyful praise and abundant good wishes for Mr. Haynes and others of the race who are similarly interested, and a prayer for more space in the columns of Negro journals for such as they who are truly men of the hour. U. B. F. and S. M. T. Convention Jacksonville, Ill., Special.—The convention of the U. B. F.'s and S. M. T.'s, which convened in our city for three days last week, was the greatest affair held in this city this summer. The delegates from all parts of the state were on time to open the first session at 9 a. m. After roll call by the secretary the secretary adjourned until 2 p. m. Every session during the three days was a success in every particular. A swell reception was given in honor of the officers and delegates, which was quite enjoyable. An interesting program was also rendered. --- The last day of the convention was devoted to financial business and the election of officers, after which they adjourned to meet Friday noon at the S. M. T. hall to march to the picnic grounds, where a grand barbecue was awaiting them. Excursion were run to the city from Quincy, Hanibal, Peoria and Chicago to assist the picnickers. The Camp from Chicago appeared in a drill while the grand officers were being installed, which was a magnificent sight. Too much praise J. JORDAN, Master of Tabor, Little Rock, Ark. bor throughout the world should feel proud of their present leader and render him every assistance possible towards the advancement of the order and unifying of the race. cannot be given to the arrangement committee, as they did everything in their power to make it pleasant for all. The memorial sermon was preached at Mt. Emory Baptist church by their pastor, Rev. H. H. Demitt, who acquitted himself admirably, after which refreshments were served on the lawn, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Berry entertained a number of delegates at dinner on Friday. Wm. Dabney is visiting his old home again. The band from Quincy furnished some very fine music for Friday's parade. Miss Katie Robinson at the home of her mother. Mrs. M. Martin was a recent guest of her son, Wm. Purish, in S. West street Mrs. Amelia Franklin entertained her Sunday school class at a picnic on the 20th. Two other classes were also invited. Remember the agent when he calls, and don't forget to give the old stand a visit when you need a shave or hair cut. Pertinent Personal Paragraphs. Mound City, Ill., Special. — Mrs. Lina Green is convalescing. Mrs. WillieLa Stovall, Mrs. Henlay and Charles Barnes are on the sick list. Mrs. Josie Bailey returned Monday from Paris, Teen. Mrs. Nannie Wade is visiting relatives in St. Louis. Mrs. Sarah Howard has returned from a visit to Cincinnati and Indianapolis, Mrs. Mattie Chambers is at home from St. Louis. The Second Baptist church is undergoing extensive repairs. The First Baptist church is also being put in excellent order. Miss Scott, of Commerce, Mo., is the guest of Mrs. Maggie Tansil in Diamond, street. Miss Mattie Foulsa was elected secretary of the Pulaski Teachers' Association at its annual meeting last week. This is quite a responsible position and we congratulate Miss Foulsa and the colored people for such a representative. Alonzo Tansil has returned from Chicago. Thurlow Curtis visited Mr. and Mrs. Harry Davis, of Cairo, last week. Moses Champion, who has been at work in M. Vernon the past month, is spending this week with his family. Misses Bertha Wiley, of Cairo, and Mamie Jones were guests of Savannah Hall the past week. Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Ricks The past week chaperoned a Hay party of a number of Cairo's best young people Tuesday night. They alighted at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Bolen, where a most pleasant evening was spent. The entertainment given by the Princeton Social club Monday evening, was a pleasant affair. The Lovejoy school is being put in order for occupancy Sept. 8th. The walls are being decorated and tinted and repaired generally. Look out for the Old Settlers' picnic soon. Don't fail to attend the A. M. E. church Sunday and hear the sermon on "Infant Baptism." Several children are to be baptized. Mrs. Hurd left Sunday to join her husband in Bloomington. Mr. and Mrs. James Bolen spent Sunday in Cairo. Ellis Jones, of Hazelwood, Ky., was in the city Sunday. Making Great Preparations. Decatur, Ill., Special.—The Decatur City band is making ample preparation to turnish music for the grand celebration at Mattoon on Sept. 22d, therefore they expect a large crowd to accompany them. A base ball team composed of young men of our city, known as the "Decatur Unions," played the Springfield "Tigers" at Springfield against odds, recently, and lost. The score was 5 to 1. The D. C. B. orchestra furnished music at Harvell, ill., on the 28th Notes of the Exposition. Chicago, Ill, Special.—I find the Middle States and Mississippi Valley Exposition in a prosperous condition. The Hon. James H. Porter and his able assistants are to be congratulated for the showing they have made in bringing the skill of the Negro before the many visitors of the different parts of the United States. The manager, Mr. Porter, as well as his able secretary, Mrs. J. C. Snowden, made it pleasant for me and my friends from the South. Misses Girtie Shreves and Lola Ford took special interest in entertaining me. Miss Shreves is selling the best patent leather polish on the market, made by a Negro, while Miss Ford is holding down the Souvenir counter and is one of the best stenographers in the building. L. W. Washington is looking after the interest of the International Side Writers Association. Among the many exhibits 1890 MR, JOHN C. BANKETT, See Sketch on 4th page of this issue. is that of The Freeman, in charge of J. D. Howard, who is a master in his line. He certainly knows how to advertise The Freeman, as he has the nicest arranged booth in the building. I also met Mrs. E. C. Knox, wife of the able manager of The Freeman. I can now account for the success of that great paper, as she informed me that she is one of its proof reeders. I shall have to be in Chicago again before the Exposition closes, as there are some good entertainers connected therewith. J. S. DAVIS. CHICAGO EXPOSITION A REVELATION TO THE THOUSANDS IN ATTENDANCE. GREATEST EFFORT OF THE NEGRO Is Shown in Art, Literature, Invention, Manufacture, Etc.—Chicago Newspapers Vie with Each Other in Complimentary Utterances. EDITOR FREEMAN:—The Middle States and Mississippi Valley Exposition, to say the least that can be said of a good thing, is indeed a revelation to thousands who are in daily attendance. The Newspapers of Chicago are vicing with each other in extensive compliments, comments and illustrations of the grand achievements of the Negro in art, literature, invention, manufacture, and it is no trifle with words to say that this is the greatest effort the Negro has made without the white man's assistance, to show what the Negro can do when he has a free-for-all chance. Nearly every state is represented by a most elaborate exhibit of some kind, and these who still have faith in the future greatness of the race will do well to journey from afar, at whatever cost, for here is the electrician operating his revolving star, produced by his own hands and brain; here can be seen the one more key and tone for the piano board, invented by the Negro, the new and improved submarine boat, approved by the government, invented by the Negro; the stone crusher, the life saver locomotive engines; here buggies, carriages and wagons of every description out from Negro factories from different parts of the country, and hundreds of other greater features representing the progress of the Negro in a thousand different manifestations of his tireless and painstaking energy. The Exposition is huge, great in variety, splendid in points of interest, representing one grand ensemble of picturesque and enchanting beauty. In one side of the building you see the Negro telegraph operator at work with the clicker, the Negro postmaster handing out the mail; at another end of the building is the office of W. H. A. Moore, the superintendent of the building, with his stenographer busy with the heap of correspondence; on the second floor in the office of James Hale Porter, the general director, and his corps of stenographers (CONTINUED ON FOURTH PAGE) H THE PHELPS HALL BIBLE TRAINING SCHOOL, Connected with the Tuskegee Normal and the exceptional opportunities to young men wield. The chief aim of the instruction is to afford knowledge of the English Bible and to impure their lives to the elevation and Christianization missionary work in the various churches and report on same each week. The teaching in the intention being not to oppose or antagonize rather to assist all denominations. Philsael, Library, Reading Room, Office and the Monitory purposes. Rev. Edger J. Penny. Rev. B. H. Peterson and Rev. J. H. Gadson year in the Bible School by Dr. C. O. Booth of North Carolina and Dr. H. T. Johnson of from time to time. The teaching is free. The light, fuel and laundering, is $8 per month out from $2 to $3 of this amount each month to work out the entire sum. Lack of men desired can be secured by addressing. B. Tuskegee Normal and KNOXVILLE COLLEGE—Collegiate inc. Theological: Normal; Music: Industrial, including and Electrical work. Young women's do. All build its steam heated and electric lights heat, fuel and laundering, is $8 per month out from $2 to $3 of this amount each month to work out the entire sum. Lack of men desired can be secured by addressing. B. Tuskegee Normal and STRAIGHT T NEW ORLEANS OSCAR ATWOOD, One of the best wars to judge of the value of people who care enough about an education school, there re the best grows. The attendance thirty per cent. in the last two years, from $88, the boarding department for tuition than the plus elevation and helpful only $89 September 30. For Catalogue and tuition la the school. They came from all parts of the So latter from Methodist. Baptist and Congregation not interfered with, and they are allowed as far as possible are the Normal and College, department Drafting, Sewing and Dressmaking, Millinery, these departments are well equipped with the with experienced teachers. We know of no shirts at so small expense, and only one education. In these times. The main thing is Call and see us or send for catalogue giving Thirty-third annual begins September. For years trouble, press, tracted what I could not take very lightest or druggist sent more Ripans able. I not on nently cured. AT The five an ordinary bottle, s ply for a At Drug The five-cent packet, an ordinary occasion bottle, sixty cents, apply for a year. The teaching in the Bible school is wholly unoccupied not to oppose or antagonize any theological or moral denominations. The school works in various rooms, often three Recitation Rooms, besides the Rev. Edger J. Penny is in charge of the work, and person and Rev. J. H. Gadson. A special course of lecture is Dr. C. O. Booth of Selma, Ala., Right Rev. Gadson and Dr. H. T. Johnson of Philadelphia. Other notable teachers are free. The cost of board, including laundering, is $8 per month. Students are afforded an offer of $3 of this amount each month. In some cases, arrangement for the entire sum. Lack of means need be taken more. Further secured by addressing, BOOKER T. WASHINGTON, Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, Tuskegee. A COLLAGE—Collegiate including classical scientific and normal; Music; Industrial, including agriculture, carpentry and work. Young women in dormitory. Young men in dormitory. Heated and electric lighted. Total expense for year in dormitory. Cost of health for Catalogue and Information, address. REV. R. W. McGRANAHAN, President, N. For years I had been a sufferer trouble, pressure of gas and distress, tracted what the doctors pronounced. I could not take solid food at all, very lightest of diet would create a druggist sent me a box of Ripans more Ripans Tabules than anything else. I not only found relief but briliantly cured. AT DRUG Connected with the Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute at Tuskegee, Ala., offers exceptional opportunities to young men wishing to prepare for the Christian ministry. The chief aim of the instruction is to afford young men and women a comprehensive knowledge of the English Bible and to implant in their hearts an ambition to dedicate their lives to the elevation and Christianization of their race. Students are required to do missionary work in the various churches and Sunday schools near the city, and to report on same each week. The teaching and study of the denominational the intention being not to size any theological work now being done, but to compel the nominations. Phelps Hall is three stories high. It contains a Chapel, Library, Reading Room, Offices and three Recitation Rooms, besides forty rooms for dormitory purposes. Rev. Edger J. Penny is in charge of the work, and is assisted by Rev. B. H. Peterson and Rev. J. H. Gadson. A special course of lectures is given each year in the Bible School by Dr. C. O. Booth of Selma, Ala., Right Rev. George W. Clinton of North Carolina and Dr. H. T. Johnson of Philadelphia. Other notables also lecture from time to time. The teaching is free. The cost of board, including funeral services, fuel and laundering, is $8 per month. Students are required to work from $2 to $3 of this amount because of these cases, arrangements can be made to work out the entire cost of meals need debar none. Further information if desired can be secured by addressing, BOOKER T. WASHINGTON, Principal, Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, Tuskegee, Alabama. KNOXVILLE COLLEGE--Collegiate including classical scientific and literary course ss Theological: Normal: Music: Industrial, including Agriculture, carpeting, "ridding, saw- ing and Electrical work, Young man, School, Homestory, Girls' home All build: Young man, treated and electric lighted. Total expense for year including boarding heat, light, furnished room and tuition only $8. Location: ost healthful. Next term begins September 30. For Catalogue and full information, address: SPRY 9, W MCKENNA HAN, President, Nashville, Tenn Straight University NEW ORLEANS, LA: OSCAR ATWOOD, A. M., President. RIPANS trouble, pressure of gas and distress of the bowels, I contracted what the doctors pronounced a low type of malaria. I could not take solid food at all and only a little of the ery lightest of diet would create fever and vomiting. The druggist sent me a box of Ripans Tabules, saying he sold more Ripans Tabules than anything else for stomach trouble. I not only found relief but believe I have been permanently cured. AT DRUGGISTS The five-cent packet is enough for an ordinary occasion. The family bottle, sixty cents, contains a supply for a year. Race Gleanings According to the Honolulu correspondent of the Boston Transcript, the color line is something that in Hawaii is absolutely unknown. "Black and white and yellow and brown are on a social equality American, Hawaiian and Negro sit down at the same table with Japanese and Chinese, and with never a thought of the proprieties The social conditions are probably the most peculiar of any place in the United States. --- Industrial Institute at Tuskegee, Ala., offers training to prepare for the Christian ministry, young men and women a comprehensive aid in their hearts an ambition to dedicate one of their race. Students are required to do Sunday-schools near the institution and to the Bible school is wholly undenominational. It is a three storied work now being done but three stories high. It contains a Chapel Recitation Rooms, besides forty rooms for its charge of the work, and is assisted by a special course of lectures is given each of Selma, Ala., Right Eton, George W. Clinton Philadelphia. Other notables also lecture the cost of board, including furnished room. Students are afforded an opportunity to work. In some cases, arrangements can be made and debt must be for. Further information is OKEN T. WASHINGTON, Prinepal, and Industrial Institute, Tuskegee, Alabama. Reading classical scientific and literary course as leading agriculture, carpentering, printing, sewing. Young men's dormitory: Girls' home. Total expense for year including boarding. Location: ost healthful. Next term begins. address: McGRANAHAN, President, Nashville, Tenn. and standing of a school is by its growth, for no patronize any school. always want the best place at Straight University has increased over 708 students. The school work is thorough, the influence is surrousing the pubsquare about one hundred were boarding at the real families. Their religious preferences and all necessary to secure the church selected by light is popular. We try to train them to be useful citizens. The school is open to all but children. The primary school occupies a separate grade. We elect inclusive and above. The industries taught are Woodworking, Printing and the different kinds of housework, necessary machines, tools, etc., and provided a labor institution which offers so many advantage to the selection of a ood school. States, course of study and other information. Merger 30, 1902. Correspondence solicited. I had been a suffere with clerical of gas and distress of the body. The doctors pronounced a low tide like solid food at all and only a diet would create fever and time a box of Ripans Tabules, Tabules than anything else found relief but believe I have DRUGGISH-cent packet is extremely occasion. The twenty cents, contain year. The Negroes of Philadelphia have tied up in banks, trust companies and other white concerns, over $2,000,000, all told. Colored men in the United States 230 rated drugstores with an investment of something over a half million dollars. The colored people of Montgomery, Ala.. refused to ride in the Jim Crow street car. When they had walked around the town a few days, the street Car Company decided that it was their loss, and decided to let the colored people ride where they pleased. The colored inhabitants of Cuba pro- --- THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. St. Louis Uniform Tailoring Company 117 N. 8th St, ST. LOUIS, MO DESIGNERS AND MAKERS OF UNIFORMS OF EVERY DESCSRIPTION College Uniforms and Equipment A SPECIALTY Write for samples and prices Write for samples and prices, 117 N. 8th St.. St. Louis, Mo. AVERY COLLEGE TRADES SCHOOL A Practical, Literary and Industrial Trade School for Colored Boys and Girls, Carpentry, Bricklaying, Plastering, Painting and Interior Decorations, Tailoring, Dressmaking, Millinery, Voice Culture and Piano Forte. Literary Department from Primary to Normal Course. Job Work Solicited and Profits given to the Students. Catalogues now ready. Unusual advantages for Girls and a separate building. Fall terms begins September 9th, 1902. Address JOSEPH D. MAHONEY, Alleghegy, Pa. Principal. HOWARD UNIVERSITY Medical Department Including Medical, Dental and Pharmaceutical Colleges. Thirty-fifth Session (1902-1903) will begin October 1, 1902, and continue seven (7) months. Tuition fee in Medical and Dental Colleges, each $80. Pharmaceutical College $70. All students must register before October 12, 1902. For catalogue or further information apply to F. J. SHADD, A. M., M. D., Secretary. 901 R Street, Northwest, Washington, D. C. Copies of The Freeman can be found at 1230 Wylie Ave. Pittsburg, Pa. N.S. eronic 'stomach owels, I con- type of malaria. little of the vomiting. The paying he sold stomach trou- ve been perma- STS enough for the family is a sup- tested against color distinctions in the matter of office holding, and as a result they have been offered eighty places on police force and twelve positions asetter carriers. When we consider the amount of work the Negro has done and is doing in this country, and the net returns to himself, it would seem that he has a genius for making other people rich. William Still, a noted Afro-American died a few days ago at his home in Philadelphia. Before the war he assisted thousands of slaves to secure their freedom by escaping to the free States. He --- ALLEGHENY, PA. published a book called "The Underground Railroad," and it had a tremendous sale. The book told of the means used to help his race to escape from the South. Deceased was eighty years of age and worth nearly a million dollars at his death. All who attended the Negro Christian and Educational Congress are loud in their praise of the musci rendered by the great 1 000 voice choir, which was under the direction of Prof. Rostorborough Musical Editor of the Musical Department of the National Baptist Publishing Board of Nashville, Tenn., The Atlanta press was extremely liberal in its praise of the professor. The chorus was hand led as only a great director could handle it. The rendering of "Princes Awake," one of Professor Rostorborough's own productions, brought forth thunderous applause. It is a fine anthem and the great chorus rendered it in grand style. G. Alexander McGuire, rector of St. Thomas's Church, Philadelphia, which is the oldest colored Episcopal church in the United States, he is a native of the West Indies and was educated in the colonial colleges. His church has 450 communicants, twelve guilds, a choir of forty voices and property worth $100,000. Governor Yates of Illinois will show to the white citizens of Eldorado that they cannot order Negroes to leave and he, further states that if the sheriff cannot protect the colored citizens will take the matter uphimself. We are much of the opinion of the Governor since we are citizens the law should protect us all. We should have more just such Christian gentleman who are not afraid to let their fellow brother know they want to protect the Negroes. The colored people of New Orleans are preparing what we predict will be an effective protest against the enforcement of the recently enacted separate street car law. They are organizing a company to operate vehicles in opposition to the street cars. That's good we have a right to "discriminate" against people who put a race of people to so much inconvenience. Dr. A. M. Brown, a colored physician of Birmingham, Ala., has made a fortune by inventing a new car for use in coal mines. The Age Herald of Birmingham says that the new car is far superior to all others in use. According to that paper Dr. Brown has sold the right to make and sell them in five states to the Chattanooga Car and Foundry Co., receiving a royalty on all that are sold. The purchasing company says that the royalties alone will amount to about $50,000 a year. Several large coal mines in Tennessee have ordered the cars and will substitute them in place of the old ones now in use. Dr Brown is a graduate of Lincoln University Pa., class of '88, University of Michigan, at Ann Arbor, class of '91. Medical Department and was a first lieutenant and assistant surgeon in the Spanish war, serving with the famous 10th cavalry in Cuba. Prof. E. A. Johnson, Dean of the Law Department of Shaw University, and author of the famous "School History Negro Race" and "History of Negro Soldiers in the Spanish American War" being asked about the condition of the colored people in North Carolina, states that they are rapidly adapting themselves to the new conditions of citizenship under the recent amendment to the State Constitution, and are turning their attention to the acquisition of property and education, and that there is a friendly sentiment expressed towards the colored people by the best class of white people. The colored people do not like the amendment, but since it is fixture at present, they hope to make the best they can out of a bad situation Republican sentiment, he said, favors Roosevelt for 1904. The Colored Agricultural and Mechanical Association of Lexington, Ky., organized in 1869, is a member of the National Trotting Association. This distinction is enjoyed by no other Negro association in America. A New York philanthropist has recently given Principal Washington $25,000 towards the endowment fund of the school. This gift brings the total endowment up to $345,000, not including the Federal grant of 25,000 acres of land from the sale of which the school confidently expects to realize an additional $125,000 Emancipation Celebration. Stampa, Ark, Special—Mrs. Dr. Williamson is taking a tour throughout the country. Mrs Cora Thunston, of Canfield, La., passed through, enroute to Spring Hill, La., where she will conduct a music class commencing Aug. 18. W L Germany was hurt by a piece of lumber. Miss Minnie Phillips, of Camden was expected in the city this week Mrs. Ed Pekins is up again. Leave orders for the Freeman at any of the barbershops. + --- Is the leading colored Fraternal Society of the United States. It was organized January 1831 by H. H. Browne and chartered in April 1883 under the laws of the State of Virginia with headquarters at Richmond, Va. Its membership is both male and female and consists of all persons of good health from fourteen to sixty years of age. Its membership of 60,000 is divided into Fountains and Circles. It pays sick benefits from $1.50 to $2.50 per week and pays death benefits from $2.15 to $1,000.00. BENEFITS PAID: Total benefits paid to date: Sick Dues, $1,500,000.00; Death Benefits, $714,378.75 SENIOR FOUNTAINS may be organized consisting of twenty or more persons not joining fee of from $4.60 to $5.10 each. The monthly dues in rural districts and not less than fifty cents per semi annual tax of forty cents paid in January and Jid are from $150 to $250 per week, while death benefits in a mountain may be organized in any locality on application faster, or to any of his authorized deputies. ROSEBUDS. For training of the young and their development in threere has been formed a Children's Department known children not less than three nor more than fourteen upon the payment of $1.20 each. This department quick benefits from $1.00 to fifteen five cents per week and 17.00. The monthly dues are fifteen cents per month. CLASSES. Lung to leave their beneficiaries at death a larger amount to take out policies in one or more of the Classes of the members of this degree are devided into Circles and pay to the following tables: A Fountain may be organized consisting of twenty or more persons not over fifty years of age paying a joining fee of from $4.60 to $5.10 each. The monthly dues are not less than thirty-five cents in rural districts and not less than fifty cents per month in town and cities and a semi annual tax of fifty cents per year in January and July of each year. The dues range from $25.00 to $125.00. A Fountain may be organized in any locality on application to Eav. W. Taylor, G. W. Master, or to any of his authorized deputies. ROSEBUDS For the proper training of the young and their development in thrift, industry and brotherly love, there has been formed a Children's Department known as the Rosebuds, Twenty or more children not less than three nor more than fourteen years of age may from a Rosebud, upon the payment of $1.00 each. This department like the Junior Fountain pays sick benefits from $1.00 to twenty-five cents per week and death benefits from $2.50 to $72.00. The monthly dues are fifteen cents per month. CLASSES Persons desiring to leave their beneficiaries at death a larger amount than is paid from Fountain department take out policies in one or more of the Classes of the Mutual benefit degree. The members of this degree are devided into Circles and pay joining fees and dues according to the following tables: CLASS "B" TABLE AGES. Joining Fee. Value of Certificate after 1 yr. Value of Certificate after 1 yr. Annual Dues. Quarterly Dues 14 to 25 $ 2 50 $ 200 00 $ 100 00 $ 4 75 $ 1 20 25 to 80 2 75 200 00 100 00 4 75 1 20 30 to 85 8 00 200 00 100 00 4 75 1 20 35 to 40 8 25 200 00 100 00 5 70 1 48 40 to 45 8 50 140 00 70 00 5 79 1 48 45 to 50 8 75 115 00 58 00 6 65 1 66 50 to 55 4 00 90 00 45 00 6 65 1 66 55 to 60 4 25 65 00 83 00 7 60 1 90 AGES. Joining Fee. Value of Certificate after 1 yr Value of Certificate after 1 yr Annual Dues Quarterly Dues 14 to 25 $ 2 50 $ 200 00 $ 100 00 $ 4 75 $ 1 20 25 to 80 $ 2 75 200 00 100 00 4 75 1 20 80 to 85 $ 8 00 200 00 100 00 4 75 1 20 85 to 40 $ 8 25 200 00 100 00 5 70 1 48 40 to 45 $ 8 50 140 00 70 00 5 79 1 48 45 to 50 $ 8 75 115 00 58 00 6 65 1 66 50 to 55 $ 4 00 90 00 45 00 6 65 1 66 58 to 60 $ 4 25 65 00 83 00 7 60 1 90 CLASS “E” TABLE. Joining Fee Value of Certificate after 1 yr Value of Certificate before 1 yr Annual Dues 5 00 5 25 5 50 5 75 6 00 6 25 6 50 500 00 500 00 500 00 450 00 400 00 350 00 250 00 250 00 250 00 225 00 200 00 175 00 9 50 9 50 9 50 10 40 10 40 11 40 11 40 AQES. Joining Fee Value of Certificate after 1 yr Value of Certificate before 1 yr Annual Dues Quarterly Dues 14 to 25 $ 5 00 $ 500 00 $ 250 00 $ 9 50 $ 2 50 25 to 80 $ 25 500 00 250 00 9 50 2 40 80 to 85 $ 5 00 500 00 250 00 9 50 2 40 85 to 40 $ 7 75 500 00 250 00 10 40 2 60 40 to 45 $ 6 00 450 00 235 00 10 40 2 60 45 to 50 $ 6 25 400 00 200 00 11 40 2 85 50 to 60 $ 6 50 350 00 175 00 11 40 2 85 CLASS "M" TABLE. Joining Fee Value of Certificate Annual Dues $ 11 00 $ 1000 00 $ 21 00 12 00 1000 00 23 00 12 00 900 00 28 00 13 00 800 00 24 00 13 00 700 00 25 00 REGALIA. of the Fountains and Rosebuds of the organization we gala of the organization is simple and its cost within the tents to $350 the same is made by the organization in w department. AGES. Joining Fee Value of Certificate Annual Dues Quarterly Dues 14 to 30 $ 11 00 $ 1000 00 $ 21 00 $ 5 25 80 to 85 12 00 1000 00 22 00 5 50 85 to 40 12 00 900 00 28 00 5 75 40 to 45 13 00 800 00 24 00 6 00 45 to 50 13 00 700 00 25 00 6 25 REGALIA. The members of the Fountains and Rosebuds of the organization wear no expensive regalia. The regalia of the organization is simple and its cost within the reach of all costing from 10 cents to $350 the same is made by the organization in what is known as the Regalia Department. THE SAVINGS BANK there was granted by the Legislature of Virginia, a尊 the Grand Fountain United Order of Trust. Reformed the bank commenced business April 3rd, 1889, and from it steadily increased in volume of business. It now has a 1,000. From the humble sum of $1,268.69 deposited to business in 1889, the deposits have grown to $550,858.00 sacted amounts to $6,190,141.47. During the financial to the Grand Fountain was the only bank in the city of R Cash on all checks presented while the majority of o clearing-house checks. This bank had its origin in the x-slave of Habersham county, Ga. The banking house t, Richmond, Va., Rev. W. L. Taylor, President; R. T. H. In March 1888, there was granted by the Legislature of Virginia, a charter to the Savings Bank of the Grand Fountain United Order of True Reformers, capital stock $100,000.00. The bank commenced business April 3rd, 1889, and from that time down to the present has steadily increased in volume of business. It now has a paid-up capital stock of $100,000.00. The Savings Bank opened for business in 1889, the deposits have grown to $350,858.00, and the volume of business transacted amounts to $6,190,141.47. During the financial panio of 1883, the Savings Bank of the Grand Fountain was the only bank in the city of Richmond that did not cease to pay cash on all checks presented while the majority of other banks were using script and clearing-house checks. This bank had its origin in the brain of William N. Second Street, Richmond, Va., Rev. W. L. Taylor, President; R. T. Hill, Cashier. REAL ESTATE DEPARTMENT The Real Estate Department has charge of all the real property to the amount of $225,221,65; situated in various States, consisting of 18 magnificent buildings used as halls, 8 dwellings, 1 hotel, 5 stores and 3 farms. It also has under its control 16 large buildings leased by it. This department is under the management of Lawyer J. C. Robertson, Chief of Real Estate and Attorney for the organization, with offices at 604 N. Second street, Richmond, Va. --- REFORMER'S MECANTILE AND INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION Was chartered under the laws of the State of Virginia on the 14th day of December 1898 with principal office in the city of Richmond, Va. The purpose of this Association is to conduct stores (wholesale and retail) buy and sell real property, manage and control hotels, manufacturing establishments, and general business. The Association has in operation Hotel Reformer, 900 N. Sixth street, Richmond, Va. It is a modern up-to-date structure, heated by steam, cold and hot water baths, also electric cars passing the door. This hotel has accommodation for 150 guests. Mr. A. W. Holmes is manager and Mr. T. W. Taylor is clerk. It has in operation a system of five stores, located as follows: Richmond, Va.; Washington, D. C.; Manchester, Va.; Portsmouth, Va.; and Roanoke, Va. The first of these stores, at Richmond, Va., was opened April 3rd, 1900. It employed 100 staff members, of every wagons, and during the first year did a worthy of business. The other stores have been established since and are equally prosperous. The General Manager of the system of five stores is L. L. Jordan, headquarters at 608 N. Second street, Richmond, Va. This Association was formed on the plans and recommendations made by Rev. W. L. Taylor, its President. THE REFORMER PRINTING DEPARTMENT journal, THE REFORMER, which has a circulation in the interest of the race, and discusses the leading price script is $1 per year, or 5 per single copy. The o-to-date machinery, run by electricity. It can print a poster 12 by 62 inches. Fine job-work of every class is at lowest prices, Mr. E. W. Brown is Editor and B. Bond street, Richmond, Va. Correspondence solicited and Issues a weekly journal, THE REFORMER, which has a circulation of 12,000. This paper is published in the interest of the race, and discusses the leading questions of the day. The subscription price is $1 per year, or 50 per single copy. The office is equipped with modern up-to-date machinery, run by electricity. It can print anything from a 500-page book to a two-word Class Class made a specialty at lowest prices. Mr. E. W. Burberry is Editor of Business Manager office 608 N. Second street, Richmond, Va. Correspondence solicited and agents waived. OLD FOLKS' HOME 1893. Rev. William W. Brown recommended the formative ks' Homes for the benefit of the old and deepest peepmats the valuable farm ks' Homes consisting of 1331 Richmond, Va, on the historic "Junction" creepeake and Ohio Railroad runs through the farm and a Adjoining this farm is Westhampton Park, one of the truth in summer. It is reached in a few minutes from Ridgictrict Railway and the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway. is for the benefit of the whole race, the co-operation of fully solicited. All contributions, donations and bequests thankfully received. Mr. T. W. Taylor is chief in chas offices at 808 N. Second street, Richmond, Va. In September 1838, Rev. William W. Brown recommended the formation and establishment of Old Folks' Homes for the benefit of the old and decrepid members of the race. Since that time the valuable farm known as Westham, consisting of 634 acres, located six miles from Richmond, Va, on the historic "James" has been purchased at a cost of $14 400. The Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad runs through the farm and Westham Station is located on it. Adjoining this farm is Westampton Park, one of the most pleasant resorts in the South in summer. It is reached in a few minutes from Richmond by the Westampton Electric Railway and the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway. As this home is for the benefit of the whole race, the co-operation of all charitable friends is prayfully solicited. All contributions, donations and bequeaths of every charactor will be very thankfully received. Mr. T. W. Taylor is chief in charge of the Old Folks' Homes, offices at 608 N. Second street, Richmond, Va. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ADDRESS REV. W. L. TAYLOR, G. W. M. W. P. BURRELL, G. W. S. 604-6-8 N. 2nd St., RICHMOND, VA. Remember our Advertisers of this paper and patronize them. REV. W. L. TAYLOR, G. W. M. W.P. BURRELL, G. W. S. 604-6-8 N. 2nd St., RICHMOND, VA. Remember our Advertisers of this paper and patronize them WAITER OK THE WAITER PASSING OF COLORED WAITERS Extracted from Hotel Life, Cleveland, Ohio, by W. E. Tucker. A fact that is impressed upon the frequent visitor to New York hotels and restaurants is that the colored waiter is fast growing a thing of the past. With the colored butler and the colored coachman in private families, he is well nigh a obsolete. Why this is not so easy to answer. The colored waiter always good service, was always respectfully obliging, was nearly always cheerful and pleasant. The man that has replaced him combines these necessary qualities about one time in five. Watch the French waiter at the Waldorf, the Holland or the Savoy. They are the perfection of quiet service, it is true, as waiters they are admirable as human beings. They do not impress one. They seem wooden. They take an interest in a prospective tip, and in that alone the colored man also took a vlid interest in what was coming to him, but meanwhile he displayed some feeling during the ordering of dinner; he took his particular table under his wing, he became for the time being your devoted servant, and then the white waiters are not always the perfection of service. At a recent woman's club luncheon, which was given at one of the smaller hotels, the manners of the waiters savored strongly of the husky etiquette JOHN H. BUSINESS MEDIUM. MRS. MARTH, the world renowned and highly celebrated business and test MEDIUM Can be sonicated on all facets of Life, Business, Law and Marriage a speciality. Every mystery revealed, also of absent, deceased and living events. Removes all wounds and estrangements that may have occurred in her in her startling revelation of the past present and future event in one's life. Remembr, she will not, for any price, flatter you, yet you can be consulted on any nonsense. She can be consulted on all affairs of Life, Love, Courtship, Marriage, Friendship, description of future companion she is very likely to have friends, enemies, etc. Her advice upon sick, less, change in business, journeys, lawsuits, divorce and speculation is valuable and reliable good or bad; she withholds nothing. There are one love you have is true or false. There are no truth to be gained from consulting Medium, but such beliefs are contrary to what or she claims. It is only from the lack of discrimination that it is not everyone who placards her or herself as a Medium that can stand a test of what or she claims. And a person of any enquiry may ask the reason why. It is simply that the enquiry that you study human nature. They do not spend their thoughts for a moment with acquiring the chronology and kindred branches that will help you to study the road of the business clear and devoid of obstacles. Undetectable fact that persons will come for advice—full knowledge of what they want to know, and yet as soon as they confront a Medium they try their utmost effort to dispel from their minds what they know. To set the secret out of a person by "pumping" in no few cases, is the art used by any unprioriized Medium, but to take hold of and gain control of the misdirections, is a skill that can be done, and by consulting Mrs. MARTH this seeming mystery becomes true. This subject has received no little attention by eminent men and even college professors. It so proves conclusively that although there are errors in our midst with "oily tongues," perhaps the errors have not been closed to the entire profession. It takes a great deal of study to become an accomplished Medium, and by a continuous and persistent effort, the well as the well of apparently unfit students must be supported by MRS. MARTH for the benefit of community. By letter, advice $1.00. Hourly staff are 9 p.m. All letters must consist of one. MRS. M. B. MARTH. 246 W. 51st St., New York City. THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER of a bowery soup kitchen. One came along carrying upon a tray a coffee urn and a teapot by side. He set it down upon the table with a thud. "What will you have?" he growled, "tea or coffee?" "Takes you back to Grand street, does it not?" inquired one; "gives you a sort of lonesome feeling." Then they both regarded the man calmly. He had the grace to blush, but he grinned a little also. He knew well enough what they objected to, but he was not alarmed, or, in fact, put out in the least. This is a true story. Of course such conduct would not be tolerated for a moment in a first class club or hotel, but those women were paying a good price for a luncheon at a good hotel, and they had a reason to expect good service. I confess that there is a homelike feeling about the dining room of the Arlington in Washington, and I confess, in spite of their faults, the colored waiters in many respects are preferable to sleek French or robust Germans, but for New York they are not wanted. In the future they must move to summer and winter resort hotels, hotels of Washington, D C, and the South. Even in Washington the newest and finest hotel is filled with French waiters.—J. O. Hurst, New York, July 15. Despite the editor of the Hotel Life F M. Lewis assumes no responsibility for the opinions of contributors. He offers a plea for colored waiters in the same issue as follows: "An observing correspondent, elsewhere in this issue of Hotel Life, makes a strong case in favor of the colored waiter. It should be read carefully. In the opinion of the Hotel Life much of the adverse criticism heaped upon the colored waiter is the outgrowth of misunderstanding between the white and the colored man. The white man believes the colored man seeks too much recognition; the colored man feels that he is not sufficiently recognized. The result is a certain prejudice against allowing the colored man an opportunity to advance, and the colored man takes up the gantlet cast at his feet and proceeds to force recognition, and it is on this point that Hotel Life wishes to give some plain and friendly advice. No legislation or other compulsion from without can overcome in one generation or two, for that matter, a sentiment with a pedigree of four centuries, the white man will change his views of the Negro only when you can touch his sense of justice by showing him that the Negro himself has changed in condition and habit. Is not Mr. Lewis a true friend to the colored man? Why should we not highly recommend his paper? Why should we not subscribe for it? When one reads the World, the Hotel Life, the Freeman and the Caterer they get the hotel news of this country. Some able brother may contribute Hotel Life an article in response or in behalf of our boys. My hands are full. Suppose Mr. Cozart or E. T. Montgomery give us a rap. Lookout, boys you all can read the events for yourself. W. E. T. From Augusta, Ga. Mr. Editor -Permit me space in the Waiters' Department of this great colored newspaper to announce that it is very warm in this city, especially our dining room, though we have one of the prettiest commercial hotel dining rooms in the South. James Weeks, John McKinney and John Gunn have returned to the city from Cumberland Island, Ga., where they have been all summer at the Cumberland hotel. They spent three days here and left for Glenn Springs, S C, where they will close the season with the Glenn Springs hotel. We would like to hear from Headwaiter T. J Simons of Asheville, N. C A LECTURE TO MY CO-PAINTERS ON THE SIDE—OUR DUTIES IN AND OUT OF DINING ROOMS. First, I will say we must make time 5-30 or 6 o'clock a. m.; try to be punctual to that one thing, as all waiters know when they are late in the morning getting to the hotel they cannot catch up through that whole meal. Some waiters must have a drink of "booze" before they go to work to get their nerves straight. Well, that will do very well if you get your up of hot coffee and a roll before "time" is called. That will drive away that horrid scent that booze leaves on your breath; but, boys, my advice to all waiters who want to stand up to his profession, and to make the profession stand up, would be not to take a drink before noon; wait until you have served the midday meal. There is no hot coffee and rolls for you then. Cloves and spice do not take that scent away from your breath. Sometimes, you know, in serving, ladies in particular, we have to put our heads a little close to understand emphatically that they are saying, though we do not desire to put our ears so close to them. That is one of the times that cloves and spice cannot do any good—old booze has the strongest scent. Always do your little boozing at night when you are off from all duties of the profession; then I consider that we are standing up to our profession. Do not think because you might be going out of hotelem and going in business for yourself that there is no need of you respecting the profession. Remember that there is many of us who intend to stick to it after you have gone into your profitable business and retired; also remember that there is younger ones coming behind us who might some day drop into the fields that we fought on so hard and won so that we could retire. Let them do the same as we did—that is, respect the profession as long as they might be attached to it. Second. I will say to my brothers do not chew tobacco. gum, food or anything while in dining room; it looks awful bad on our side. Learn to respect all officers in their respective places and always try to appear as neat and clean as possible for duty at each meal; always keep shoes shined and wear cuffs so that they can be seen at all times. Then you are coming more and more to the front. We must learn one item—that, as we change hotels, we do not find the Pool and Billiard Parlor 1323 Market Street St. Louis, Mo Newly refitted with the latest improved "Boston" and "Edison" Electric Cushions. No saloon in connection. Strictly first-class. same rulings as we did in the last one we were in. Some waiters always say, when they are told to do something, that they never did such and such a thing where they used to work. Remember that you are in another establishment now altogether. There is no two hotels nor any two headwaiters that are just alike—for instance, you know there is no one else like yourself, and think that a hotel will close if you quit working there. You may be as good at your profession as any that ever came down the pike, but this hotel is going to run just the same. Now, I have been in hoteldom for eight years on the side, and I have traveled as much as some of my friends who may read this North, South, East and West, and have met lots of good waiters who, under that same impression, giving the captain and other officers a good time, when they would speak to them, but finally they would have to go, and the hotel is running to-day. Boys, together we may stand divided we fall. Our chef sends regards to his friends. The following are the names of his staff: Moses Carter, broiler; Amos Berry, second cook; Archy Mack, egg cook; Boyd President, pot washer; Henry Pemberton, chief dishwasher; Abram Wilson, cake and waffle cook; Wilson Woodson chief baker; Frank Gillins, second; Dennis Adams, gateman; Jessie Tutt, cook cook. We came here not to stay always, but we ask not to go. ANDREW T. MASON, Better known as "Good Time Andrew." From Houston, Texas. The Magnolia Lodge No. 1 of the Hotelmens Benevolent Association of the State of Texas will pull off its first annual picnic at Emandpation Park on the 10th of September, which will be a grand affair. The officers are busy preparing, and expect to make it excell any picnic given this season. It will likely be the last picnic of the season, and they promise everybody a good time. Admission 150. Music will be furnished Prof. Matthew's band. W. H. Pratts, second waiter of the Rice hotel, received a letter from J. H. Chambers of Elpaso, Texas, Aug. 16, stating that he expected to arrive in Houston soon, and saying that after three years' experience in the Western States he has had enough to do him for a while. The mother and family will be very glad when Mr. J. H. Chambers arrives. Houston is still on the boom. Business has been better this year during the months of June, July and August than ever known in the history of Houston. Jeff Gordon of this city is spending the summer at Salt Lake, which is quite a summer resort. Mr. Gordon is very much missed among the boys as well as the Terry Exchange pool room. Mr. Mansfield Childs and brother, L. Childs, are spending the month in Galveston, Texas. Thomas Cohn, a well-known saloon man and an hotel waiter, was among his many friends last week. Alfred Pleasant, a well-known waiter in Texas and Hot Springs, Ark., arrived in the city on the 15th. He speaks well of the part of the State that he is just from Beaumont, Texas. James Bradshaw, headwaiter at the Bristol hotel, is meeting quite a success. Mr. Bradshaw is a native of Nashville, Tenn., and has made many friends among the hotel men in Texas. Henry Jerome is headwaiter at the Burnett, and is meeting with great success. W. W. Adaway, Mason and Wotson Jones can be found at the grill cake, corner of Main and Prairie streets. The Jay cafe is also operated by colored waiters. The Rice hotel dining room is in charge of James Currey, a well-known white headwaiter of St. Louis, and is supported by W. H. Pratts, sec. waiter and Wm. Scott, third waiter and captain general of the dining room and the following crew: J. S. Dennis, Wm. Howard, A. Donelevy, A. L. Trayler, H. Allen, George Bass, J. Stoke, Wm Newman, Thomas B. Hobart, Ed Tredwell, H. Bolong, C. H. Stone, Ed Route, L. G Bounds H. Washington, Walter Taylor, Rev. G. W. Sanders, Charles Mottenous and A. C. Morrow. B. R. B. Holt, hat man. From Dallas, Texas. James Roberts has returned from his home in Illinois and found everything satisfactory as he expected. He finds that Mr. P. D Buck is a hustler in the dining room capacity. Business is still holding up to expectation, sufficient to run three watches, as follows: Watch No. 1—S. H. Leopard, captain; N. C. Chalmas, Charles Neveils, Jesse Greer, Bennie Tennison, James Coleman, William Green, A Green, John Bass, R. L. Wilkerson, J. Morrison. Watch No. 2—H. Raines, captain; Wiley Luke, J. F. Turner, Wm. Humphrey, J. Blittt, Henry Watts, L. D. Montgomery Thos. Linch, A. A. Hudson, Willie Ellison, Thos. Jones. Watch No. 3—T. J. Wells, captain; Prince Littles, Willie Ricks, T. Harris, James Coleman, John Lee, Wm. Jones, Jim Lott, N. Green, C. Johnson, R. Bush. Private Watters—Henry Williams, D. J. Morgan. Ordinary Watters—Eugene Coats, F. Ewings, Jack Smith, J. W. Fields. J. H Caswell is still with us on the sick list. He has a chronic cold that seems hard to get rid of. Our hat man is still at his post, but is a great friend to the game called dominoes, and is a success at the game. It is difficult to beat him. Rain is plentiful, and crops are growing in Texas. Dallas contemplate on having a boss fair this year as President Roosevelt will attend two days. That will swell the crowd to an extraordinary size. ALEY RICKS. From Charlevoix, Mich. The cake walk and concert given by the waiters at the Inn Casino on Wed- THE "STANDARD" SYPHILIS CURED FREE The Remedy is Sent Absolutely Free to Every Man or Woman Sending Name and Address. A celebrated Indiana Physician has discovered the most wonderful cure for Syphilis or Blood Poison, never known. It quickly cures all such indications as unconscious patches in the mouth, sore throat, copper colored spots, chanres, ulcerations on the body and in hundreds of cases where the hair a and eyebrows had fallen out and the whole skin was a mass of boils, pimples and ulcers. 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Address the State Medical Institute, 3673 Elektron Building Ft. Wayne, Ind. Do not hesitate to write at the office, and the package will be sent sealed in plain package. nesday, the 13th, was quite a success. It was composed of Messrs. Frank H. Harvey, headwaiter at the Inn, William Coleman, Ben Merriwethers, Jaxon, A. A. Stewart, Harry Moore, J. H. McDaniels, T. E. McLain, Mrs. Baeranger, Miss Missouri Moss, Mrs. May Depree and R. J. Singleton. Ed Harvey, Herman Bell and W. E. Wilkins were the ushers. The hall was taxed to its utmost capacity. There was a grand annual ball given at Lewis' opera house on the 20th by Frank H. Harvey, headwaiter at the Inn. Miss Alberta Payton took a trip over to Harber Springs on Sunday, spending the entire day over there. She reports a very nice time. Henry Green of Hot Springs is making things very interesting for some of the young men here at the Inn, that's all. The glove contest that was to be fought between Joe Fillmer and an unknown, Friday night, the 15th, was a hot one. It was declared off after the third round. It was as good and interesting as any fight could be. The referee, not being on to his job, and not understanding how to conduct a fight, allowed it to be called off. It is claimed that the unknown fouled Joe Fillmer of Syracuse, N. Y. It will be pulled off again in the near future. Mrs. Emma Clark of Indianapolis and Miss Lucinda Chanels of Lexington, Ky., seem to be having a nice time in the lake city. Copies of The Freeman can be secured from H. B. Brooks 1025 John street, Cincinnati, O. WANTED A few good, reliable, sober waiters. Apply or address, The Freeman Indianapolis Ind. The Greathouse 220 Indiana Avenue, INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA. Choice Liquors, Wines and Cigars Trade Solicited' on Merit of Goods Pool and Billiard Parlors. ... New 'Phone 3026 Prop. ARCHIE GREATHOUSE Parker's Hotel MRS. J. C. PARKER, Proprietress. 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Reasonable discount for long time and space. Reading notice 10c per line. Special rates on WRITE UPS. Entered at the postoffice at Indianapolis, Indiana, as second class matter. All matter should be addressed to THE FREEMAN, > INDIANAPOLIS, IND. GEORGE L. KNOX, Publisher. Important news items will be received at the Freeman Office. Telephone number 2880 new. ATURDAY. AUGUST 30, 1902. THE COLORED VOTER. There will be an election in the State of Indiana in November, and at this time, as usual, in the few months preceding the election, the attitude of the Negro voter is being canvassed and studied. It was not long since that Ryan. Burke, et al., Democratic leaders, gave it out as authority that the Negro was not wanted in the Democratic party, now comes one James L Keach adding his "weighty" testimony in the same direction, giving color to the rumor that the Democrats have passed the colored brother up. "The World" asks who in the—well, it asks who is Keach? It, perhaps, desires to know on what meat he has fed that constitutes him a party oracle. Mr. Keach is quoted as saying that it is Thomas Taggart's desire also that the colored man should be kept out of the Democratic ranks in the interest of a white man's party. The Democratic party under Mr. Taggart, according to Mr. Keach, never at any time received over 500 Negro votes, intimating that the party paid too dearly for its whistle. Mr. Taggart secured enough votes to win, whether 500 or 5,000, and that is what his successors are not doing, winning, nor have they any hopes. We do not stand for the defense of the Democrats, but we are opposed to any such a political expedient as a white man's party, especially when there is absolutely no demand for it further than getting the offices. Colored men have no right to take the view advanced that it is better for the Republican party. It is, of course, better for a day, but is it better for the Negro to-day or for the future? Is it better for the country that colored men should be found shackled to one party, without the privilege of making a choice as other men? It is no party question; it is decidedly racial, and colored men that are jubilant at such a condition are indeed short sighted, for they alone are affected. The Democrats are not so disturbed as they pretend as to the Negro's condition as set forth by Messrs. Keach, Burke and Ryan. It is only a plea for offices. The colored voter, however, needs only be disturbed at the principle that is likely to become capital for higher racial feelings. The Democrats want the votes of all they can get and then some. The Sentinel of this city does not oppose the views of the Democratic leaders at the white man's party building idea, but supports the theory advanced by the "Recorder," that the colored man should stay out of politics since the Democrats say they will not train with him, and the Republicans have grown indifferent toward him. The Sentinel says: "If the Negroes generally announce their intention to give up politics, and refuse to vote, the certain result would be the raising of an immense campaign fund by the trusts to bribe them. If that were done, and it would be as certain as the rising of the sun, we fear that many colored voters would forget their good resolutions and go into politics again. The prices offered would be too large to resist. And then the last end of those men would be worse than the first." It is hoped that the Negroes will not follow the intimated advice. They should avoid that active participation known as pernicious activity. They should avoid politics that hurt; that very kind that hired men on either side are paid to stir up. They should avoid politics for the mere sake of politics. They should vote according to their notion of things, choosing their party like their coats, the one that fits them best, and destroy this brewing sentiment that seeks to erect the vilest classism right under our very noses. The Freeman is Republican, but not of the kind to break up the government to serve the party. The Democrats do not want to be allowed to win on their iniquitous issue. It would be an extremely hard for any self respecting extremely hard for any vote for the Democrats THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. with the race as an issue. This the Democrats know, and it is on that theory that they hope to win. But we feel as the "World" when it insists that these men who have been talking are not the party, and that they voice but individual opinions, and that the party in the main do not seek to inject such violent tenets in the party faith. We do not hold that the Republicans should be thrown down on the score of indifference. They are doing and have done as much as they have always done and perhaps as much as ought to be expected, but this is an opinion. If it is otherwise the stay at home notion may prevail, since for some cause there is general apathy. Those in the front know the reason for it, and should lose no time in correcting it whatever it may be. A CITY FOR COLORED PEOPLE Papers published by colored people take kindly to Hon. George H. White's colonization scheme. Mr. White has purchased 957 acres of land near Burleigh, N. J., which has been converted into town lots, which are being sold to colored people, with the intention of forming a colored settlement. A dozen years ago such a project would have been hooted down the winds, and especially by colored people who felt that such communities were a detriment, and simply meant the perpetuation of the color line by the colored people themselves. It may have been that in the past that all signs pointed to cherished hopes, but for some cause or another there has been a very serious deflection of the "racial needle," and so patent that all can see even if all don't understand. In most cities of considerable population the colored folk are found bunched, and it is next to impossible to get away from the condition enforced by landlords and complying agents who see to it that as little impediment as possible abstract the progress of their investments. Colored people have bitterly complained against the practice, and very often justly so, since the good must suffer with the bad. But agents have no way of determining who is who, for, when it comes to a matter of dress, all look very much alike, or as much alike as possible as it concerns to quality of clothing, etc. This fact added to the general prejudice makes the colored man's life a very tough proposition in house renting as well as along other lines. It is not the disposition of colored people generally to keep untidy homes and surroundings, but they have got so many irons in the fire that they cannot see their money go that way. It is said that silks and satins put out the kitchen fire. That statement was made for the general world, but it must be amended to fit the colored peoples' condition. It stands as amended; silks and satins may put out fires in general, but those of Negroes never; but the silks and satins and fire may litter up the back yard But to return to our mutton The colored people are as much sinned against as sinning in the house renting business. The disposition is not to let them have houses well located in the first place, but this objection, while defeating ambitions, is not without some good We are a little gaudy when it comes to some things; the necessity for first class homes without first class jobs cannot be seen; so, after all, its the eternal fitness of things. The chambered nautilus builds according to the demands, leaving the low vaulted past when conditions fitted for the supreme present. Stateller mansions in statelier times But we wander; since the fates seem to force the colored people together they should not lament the condition unless it brings too great evil. Of course all will understand that in the main, the principle underlying the cohesive force—this campelling—is what is objected to rather that the cohesion itself; but the rule does not always hold good; for a number of colored folk are opposed to that neighborly proximity to which the whites object and for about the same reason, which is a little strange to understand, yet not strange when the facts are known In recent years there has been a tendency to get together on the part of the colored people on a number of propositions with the hopes of advancing their interests. Time has justified the conclusion that they must save themselves. Commercial and industrial enterprises that employ Negroes largely must be largely maintained by Negro capital; it is simply sensible, that is all. We have near this city, in fact a part of it, but unincorporated, a small town called Norwood; it is made up largely of colored people at this time, who have lived there for years, but the town has not grown rapidly owing to the disadvantages which most suburban towns suffer when unimproved. But the people there are contented. A house can not be rented because there is not a vacant one in the place nor no present prospects of one being vacant any ways soon. Yet colored men, proverbially slow in business, have not seen fit to buy up the land, which is cheap at this time, as it has been for the last ten years, and put up decent cottages for the col- ored people who are clamoring for houses. Norwood is as pleasingly situated as it sounds by name; not among the rocks and hills,but likeAuburn,sweet Auburn, the fairest village in all the plains. On every side stretches fertile fields as far as the crows can fly in a day. Norwood would be an ideal place for the establishment of a Tuskegee. It is in the midst of land, and we are of the opinion that the ground is the surest mainstay of all such institutions, especially when first put in operation. Every man can work since spades are cheap. We despair of any great success of the present movements if they do not have that feature in mind. We can scarcely conceive of any other plan whereby a struggling industrial school of the most beneficial kind hopes to maintain itself. It is beginning to dawn on the people that there is too much inequality in the natural gas business as conducted in the past. Extravagance in the use of the product has brought about the very limited supply now known to exist. When gas was plentiful as water, as it appeared at first, restrictions would have been out of place, the same scheme that is operated by the water works company could have been carried out indefinitely. But gas, like coal and all of the formations in the earth, is limited and the process of creation is not going on according to the scientist, at least, in a way sufficiently rapid to supply the demand. Meters seem to be the proper thing, especially for those who do not appreciate a good thing and for those anxious and able to pay for what they want. The rest will be forced to bear the conditions imposed from the circumstances. Meters to-day is a different demand than that of a half dozen years ago, when there was no necessity for measure. Gas is a very desirable fuel, which, for several reasons, is many more times valuable than the cost has ever been. Convenience and cleanliness are fairly priceless; these have not always been added to the bare fuel cost. The Commissioners of Shelby county, Ind, have appointed John Hodge, a young colored man of nineteen years, to the State University at Bloomington, Ind. The Republican, a daily publication of that county, on which Mr. Hodge has worked, speaks in the highest terms of the young man, and thanks the commissioners through its columns for giving him consideration. He is a graduate of the Shelbyville high school with an excellent record for attainments and deportment. The Republican stands sponsor for the young man, assuring the commissioners that he will prove worthy of the honor and bring credit to them, himself and his race. The young man certainly owes it to himself, his community and race to measure up to their expectations. He is indeed a lucky individual as the world views it, but had it not been for that system of conduct - which has ordered his life up to date, he would not have been eligible for selection. Therefore, it is the individual that creates the opportunity, as the rule, and the same motives which have actuated his endeavors thus far may be relied on to preserve his integrity. An Association to be known as the National Federation for the Protection of the Colored Race from Mob Violence and its General Advancement, has been formed by prominent white and colored citizens of the States of Indiana and Kentucky, among whom are such men as Judge John Stotsenburg, Judge Gao. B. Cardwill, of New Albany, Bishop Clinton, of the A.M.E. Zion church, Prof. W.O. Vance, of New Albany, Drs W.A. Burney and Benjamin F. Porter and Mr. Wm. H Steward, of Louisville, Ky, the well known editor of the American Baptist. The Association according to its advertised purposes is embarking in a commandable cause. Indiana has not the worst reputation of the States for lawlessness, nor Kentucky when it comes to the races, but either State can stand much reformation. The work of the association promises to reach out, embracing the entire country doing what it can in bringing about a more satisfactory condition within the race and better treatment without. The new organization may rest assured that it has the moral support of all right thinking people, those who plan peace and order far above individual likes and dislikes. President Roosevelt is not hide bound on the Southern situation. He said that a Republican Congressman from Texas was worth more than a whole delegation to a National Convention. Its a bold speech, but he is not alone and without doubt will be sustained. He is one of the long line of Presidents since the war that strikes at the root of the Southern political evil, that uses its influence as a menace to presidential aspirants. He that loses his life the same shall he gain, it is said somewhere. Mr. Rooseperforms a risky deed, but it is right and he ought to prefer being right to being President. He will be sustained; it is the sense of the country. Hon. John C. Dancy, recorder of deeds at Washington, D. C., delivered one of the three principle addresses at the Atlanta Congress Mr. Dancy is a speaker of note. He was trained on the hustings where the speakers score on their merits. He will be pleasantly remembered in this city where he attended the great meeting of the Afro-American Council three years ago. Dr. James E. Henderson of Springfield, Ill., a candidate for the legislature. The doctor is a man of influence and character in his home. JOHN C. BANKETT. John C. Bankett whose likeness appears elsewhere has struck out in unbeaten paths at fortune-making so far as colored young men are concerned. He is engaged in selling mining shares for the firm of R. L. Boyle & Co, mines and mining, Fitzgerald building, Indianapolis, Ind. Mr. Bankett has a good education, obtained in the public schools and supplemented by an extensive course in reading, made possible by his having access to the vast library of Hon. John C. New, where he put in the idle hours of the better part of his twenty-six years. He says that the hour has come for the Negro to try and gain a fortune and not be contented with a few thousand dollars. The Negro envies the wealth of the white man but will not employ the same means to gain that end. Most all the vast fortunes were started by investing small sums in paying companies. Take Senator Clark, one of the richest men in the world; he was a poor half paid schoolmaster but now one of his mines alone pays him $13,000,000 a year, all of which is the result of his humble investments and his abiding faith as to the outcome. There are many more, hundreds of them who have profitted immensely through their small investments. The price of shares in mines is generally low, quite often as low as five and ten cents per share. Those who buy at these low prices sometimes makes the greatest fortunes. Senator Clark was advised against buying shares at a low price, and if he had listened to his advisers, he would have still been teaching school at a beggarly salary. Half the money, Mr. Bankett thinks, speat for cigars, whiskey and theatres put in mining companies would make many individuals rich within three years' time. A man should do his own thinking when placing his money. If some one had offered shares of the Calumet to our people at fifty cents they would have fallen flat on the market, but to day they are worth $850 and the individual who invested $200 at that time is now a millionaire The following item is taken from the Wilbur Sentinel, published at Wilbur Wash, Aug. 15: "Keller, Wash., Aug.12. The work of connecting the white and lower tunnel on the Gold Cord is expected to be completed this week. From the assayers reports the Gold Cord has already opened up over. $110,000 worth of ore. This is taking but 25 feet each way from the shaft. When it is considered that they have 8,000 f-eet of this lead the richness of this vast ore body can hardly be surpassed and from what development has been done it can readily be seen that the ore in the Gold Cord carries millions in wealth. The company expects to begin paying dividend by Jan 1. The Gold Cord is acknowledged by all to be wonderful mining property and among the leaders of the Northwest. "Keiller, Wash., Aug. 14 A large force is at work on the road between the Gold Cord and town, putting it in shape to haul ore over. The Gold Cord is now ready to ship and is finishing up this road for that purpose. If the steamboat is put on immediately the ore will likely be shipped by water but if not, the ore will be shipped via Wilbur, at least until the steamboat line is established." Mr. Boyle of the R. L. Boyle Co. has spent twenty years in the mining business. He stands well in the financial world. He thinks the Negro will invest his earnings if given an opportunity. In casting about for some one to reach them he found Mr. Bankett who has energy and push. In dealing with the company the poor has equal show with the rich. Mr. Bankett offers shares on time which will prove a safeguard for the skeptical ones that fail to see the silver lining behind the clouds. The fact that the firm does business on long time payments insures its integrity. Mr. Bankett will not only canvass the city of Indianapolis and state of Indiana but he will branch out into other states, where he will still convince the skeptical that he has a good thing. CHICAGO EXPOSITION and pages, busy at break neck speed looking after the gigantic affairs of this extensive Exposition. There is an excellent art display, doubless the finest display of the race, the best Negro artist of the world, H. O. Tanner no less a contributor, along with others who are conspicuous with the brush, and noble exemplars of the race with crayon and pastel. Let all who attend the Exposition fail not to visit The Indianapolis Freeman exhibit on the ground floor, and register your names, and incidentally subscribe for the greatest Negro newspaper in all the world. M. A. MAJORS, M. D. Chicago, Ill., Aug. 25, 1902. Hot Springs Tidings. Hot Springs, Ark, Special—Rev. P. W. Walls, made a flying trip to Little Rock, Ark., Tuesday, on business. The Ozark first annual Fair, that started Aug. 18th lasting throughout to Aug. 23rd under the able leadership of Rev. P. W. Walls, A. E. Torrence, Dr. Rye and others, was a decided success from the start to the end. The Fair was given out to the colored Park, which is owned and controlled by colored people. The grand street parade was on the second day it was the grandest of its kind ever witness in this city. 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Simply send your name and address to the Dr. Knapp Medical Co., 753 Hull Building, Detroit Mich., and they will gladly send you the Doctor's full prescription free and everything necessary for a quick and lasting cure. The following taken from their daily mail show that they have taken advantage of this grand free offer. "Dear Sir: Please accept my sincere thanks for yours of recent date, I have given your treatment a thorough test and the CH DARLINE A Special Better the THE DARLINE INDIANAPOLIS The Thirty-Third A. COLORED A. & N. will be held at Lexington, Ky., beginning New and beautiful features will be added For catalogues or further J. A. SCOTT, President. THE NEWPORT FINEST TONSORIAL PARLOR IN THE WEST No 1919 Market street, St. Louis, Mo. Hot and cold baths, 6 tickets for $1.00. Clean lines and a clean appearance. Brandy. Author: Steam Laundry. Fine line import and Domestic cigars. crowds were highly entertained each night at the Park, by Seymour's Famous Black 400 minstrel. Rev. M. F. Fulford and Wife who were quite ill, are much improved at present. Don't forget to go to Watts & Sons in Whittington for fine groceries. Copies of Coart's Waiters' Manual can be secured for $1.00 by calling or addressing H. F. Foster, at 8 Sparrow street. Mrs. Ada Daniels of Whittington avenue, who was quite ill last week, is much better at present. George WooRidge, headwaiter pro. tem. with Capt. Joe McMillon of St. Louis, and a select crew of fifteen men are giving the best of satisfaction in the dining room of the New Waverly Hotel. Subscribe for The Freeman, the popular Negro journal. Henry F. Foster would like to know the where about of Gift Foster. He was in Washington, D.C., when last heard. His home is in Vicksburg, Miss. Masons Elect Officers. Crawtordsville, Ind., Aug. 21.—The Indiana Grand Lodge of Colored Masons has adjourned. Next year the meeting will be held at Wabash. The new officers are: Grand master, D. W. Craine; deputy grand master R. F. 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Now—Professionals and others should bear mind that all letters, whether between the United States and Canada, must be prepaid, otherwise they are not forwarded. --- NOTICE.--Advertised letters will be bald in the Freeman Post Office for FOUR WEEKS ONLY hereafter. LADIES LIST Carter, Mrs Nancy Barter, Mrs Iona Barter, Miss Royal Barr, Mrs Alice Barr, Mrs Carrie Francis, Beile Ferandouk, Jas F Minnie McCarrier, Alberta Kniddle, Flora Bessie Llew Miss Royal Miss Alice Russell, Gertrude Smith, Miss Hattie Tyner, Miss Jessie McCarrier, Alberta GENTLEMEN & LIST -ROUTE- "TAPT TO THE JUNGLES"—Middleton, Conn., sept. 4.8. P. G. Lowery's CONCERT BAND (4 Paw Sells Bros., Circum)—Waukesha, Wils., 30 Bron, Circus)—Waukesha, WIs., 30 BOM MINSTER FESTIVAL (Rusco & Holland, Manager.)—Hot Springs, Ark., Aug. 30; Cam- den, Seat. 1; Shreveport, La., 2; Texarkana Texas. 3. A RABBIT FOOT COMEDY Co.—Aniston, Ala., 25; Sirmingham, 28-27; Bossemer, 28; Tusca- cassia, 28; greenhawk, 30; Marion, Sept. 1. Dampier, 3; Union,own. 3; Selma, 4; Mougntney, 5-6. BORNERS & PRINELLE'S FAMOUS GEORGIA- J. Culligan, Manager;—Seattle Wash, 17; Portland, Orte, Sep. 1-7. Geo Bailey, come out to see me while I am near Chicago —Lewyron. Bob Kelley, the Epps and Tom Logan were features at Highland Park, Win- stead Conn., last week. George Swan sends regards to Simpson and Pittman and says, 'Fred, write and tell me all about it.' J. A. Watts sends regards to Mr. and Mrs. Kersands wishing them success. Let me hear from you. Paul Floyd, ex-hoosier, singing and dancing comedian, was visiting friends and relatives here last week. ```markdown ``` William "Billy" Walker, of the Old Plantation" company spent a pleasant day with the "boys" Sunday. Regards to Fidler. Hello, Harry! See what is waiting for you — Richard Will son of Georgia Minstrel company. Tom Logan sends regards to Kitty Brown, Dennis & Jones, the Crosbys, the Hendersones and Boneless Brown. Kid Alston sends love to his two sisters, Mrs. Rebecca Veal and Mrs. Mary Ferguson and regards to Mr. and Mrs. Mills and Miss Leo. Moses Terry sends regards to Walter Smart. Cook and Jones and "Pas" Arnold. Boys, business is good in the South. Will be in Chicago in about six weeks. Say, Luke Pulley—Hab de lyrical pl-ismisimus ob Mose-zart, madeyo'f'o'got dat old white Hoss ob Dad's?—De sen- --- Happy Howe 's sends regards to Tom Logan and says, "Now, I am too sharp for that." I am now making a biting noise. "No Use Askin" Cause You Know The Reason Why " Hello! Baby Blueford. --- Notes from the Southern Plantion Co:— Joe Byrd and Tom Walton, as Uncle Eph and Aunt Dinah are bringing the house down nightly with their laughing hit. "South Before the War." They are followed by Lon Simms, Perry Bradford Rosa White and Idella Redmond in their raytime dance. Garfield Jefferson is singing "If Time was Money I'd be a Millionaire" Joseph Scott the THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER the barjo soloist is making good. We met A. G. Allen's minstrel in Seneca, S.C., and were highly welcomed by all especially by Kid Arant Sank Simms and Benbo. We Would like to hear from Frank Inman, Presacher Chisom, and Air Ship Webb and all professional friends. Will Goff Kennedy is still one of the leading comedians with the "A Rabbit Foot" company. He sends regards to Bob Henderson and wife. Jno. W. Dennis, "op" West and all the boys of the "gang." --- Manager Zimmerman, of the Empire Theatre will offer as his opening attraction, labor day, Sept 1. "The Utopian" a company of first class burlesque and vaudeville artists. Reserved seats now on sale at the box office. --- To Billy Kessands—Now that you have become a star, am de meteoric brilliancy ob yor starring tour gwine to 'oilpse the effulgnt luminosity of de odder burnt cork nebulae? Lucy, date me dat.—De Senator. Goggin & Davis, premier acrobats, who last season made an extensive tour of the old country are appearing this season in high class vaudeville and will be seen on the opening bill at the Grand Opera, Indianapolis. They will, no doubt, be well received. --- The Mallory Bros. and Brooks were re-engaged for another week at Ingersol park. Des Moines la., after their first performance. Their hypnotizing of a chicken is a big hit. At present they report having more engagements offered than they can fill. --- Will Goff Kennedy, the clever, cultured comedian is making good with one of the leading roles with the "A Rabbit Foot Comedy Company. He sends regards to the Hendersons Tom Logan, Jno D West, John W. Denns, Fountain Woods, Harry Crosby and wife, Ed Tolliver and all friends. Boys we've got our lucky foot this time. --- John Dennis writes from Fernandina, Fla., that owing to the illness of Miss Estella Jones, the team of Dennis and Jones will not be able to join the "A Honolu u Coon" company this season. Later Miss Jones was called to the bedside of her affiliated sister, Miss Annie Jones who is very low at Jacksonville, Fla., at the Exchon Garden Theater, 125 Bridge street, Thomas Baxter, proprietor and manager. ... Bailey & Spiller scored a big success at the Ex. Music Hall, Milwankee, Wis. Sunday, matinee and night, Aug. 17. Mr. Singer, manager, saves they have improved their act wonderfully since their last appearance in that city. They are headliners this week at the Orpheum Theatre, Davenport, Ia. Regards to Lowry and other friends in the profession. --- Notes from McCabe & Youngs' Black Tribly company--The company is headed this season by the famous Leroy Bland, Cook and Jones, and the famous Arkansas black swan, Madam Boneta Doore to gether with Dick Levis Harry Singleton, William Harold and Lucia McCabe, Blanch Lane, Sadie Clark, Ray Davis, Annie Ricks, Mattie Bennett, Josie Rice, Zeora Latocotta & Lucie Babil. The company will open its regular season Sept 15. "Don't Disfranchise The Negro" is the title of a new song just published; words and music with an engraved title page, four verses and chorus. In the song is given fair description of the race which will find a responsive chord in the hearts of every loyal American citizen in the land. If you want to make a hit this is the song to get for it champions our cause. Will be sent to any address for 25c by addressing I. Taylor, 245 W. 39th street, Chicago, Ill. --- W. C. Crainte writes from Boston: "Paine's mammoth production of fireworks has met with quite a success representing the destruction of St. Pierre, by M. Pelee. Thousands have witnessed the spectacle nightly. The production was staged by Mr. Craven and the well known stage director, Billy McClain. On account of the Hogan and McClain show known as 'The Smart Set' Mr. McClain had to leave for rehearsal The stage management has since been tendered to W. C. Crainne. --- Notes from Domino Theatre. Fernandina, Fla.: There is nothing like it now. Monday night was our crowning and Christening night. A large excursion from the beautiful city of St. Augustine brought quite a number of acquaintances of our manager John Smith and a grand old hearty handshaking was kept up until noon, after which all parooke of a grand feast prepared by John Smith We still have room for a few more faces Chas Johnson and Chas Williams are rehearsing a new act which will prove a winner. Misses May Fisher and Lotta Dempsey are hitting em hard with a sister act John Dennis is featuring "My Black Babe and I" Regards to all. --- Chas. S. Sager writes:—"I have been engaged as the Stage Director of the Williams & Walkers" "Sons of Ham" company for season 1902-3. Company No. 1, is rehearsing "In Dahomey" and will get out in about three weeks. I will commence my rehearsals for the No. 2 show in about two weeks and I have some excellent bookings this season. Regards to friends and otherwise. Will soon be in a position to remember the many kindnesses shown me by the faithful ones and hope to play your city during the season. --- Notes from A. G. Allen's New Orleans Minstrels: "Everything is lovely and the goose hangs high. We are in South Carolina, cleaning up things. Frank Hanset, trombone player and Fred Garland alto player closed in High Point, N C; Augustus Stevens, of the team of Williams and Stevens, although not quite well is at his post; everybody's working hard and the show makes good everywhere. A Ross Stewart dreams, nightly of maple syrup but bars it above all syrups. Miss Hattie Graham buck and wing dancer and cake walker joined us in Gastoria, N C. Mc'Jamon and Sam Johnson, who closed in Perry Ia. joined us at Seneca S. C. They send regards to the Sells & Down's push. F. F Viccas is getting along nicely on his German Zither and sends regards to his friends of Chicago. Pittman and Jordon send regards to their Dallas Texas friends. Brooks sends regards to Prentile Oliver. Chas. H. Williams would like to hear through the Freeman from Willie Macklin. Sydney C. Isles, Sidney Perrin and Chas. Burton. --- Notes from the "A Rabbit Foot" company—"We are now in the state of Alabama and are greeted by large crowds nightly. The weather is very hot but it does not effect our attendance in the least. Our show is strong, with 'Happy Howe.' D. Ireland Thomas in the leading parts. Will Goff Keenedy is characterizing. Old Dassenbury' singing 'Phrenologist Coon' and 'I Got the Blues' to big success. The Johnson's. Billy and Estella, are cleaning up with their sketch. Mrs Johnson is singing "Hannah from Savannah" and is singing it. Billy Johnson sets them screaming with 'Castle on Nile,' and 'I Got Mine.' Geo. McDaniels is getting his with 'Cindy My Black Belle.' Do' Andy Williams, the famous frog man, is puzzling thousands. R. L. Gilchrist, the funny little fellow is singing, "The Leader of the Ball" and 'Please go Way and Let Me Sleep. With all the knocks this show is at last a success. It has met every pay day and all the people are sataged. Prof S. E Dodd is mostifying people everywhere with his five Cs on the Eb cornet. Will Thomas sends regards to all his Memphis friends. Will Means is making all the eldron trombone players know that he is in the business. D Ireland Thomas is stage director and general manager during the trip of Mr. Chappelle to Tampa He manages the show with credit. He sends regards to Jas. A McMurry, Ralph Nicholas and Jas. J. Helton. --- Notes from the Famous Georgia Minstrels:—We are still in Washington, doing well. The show runs the same, with apparently no change. The entire company was entertained in North Yakima on the 12th by Wm Lewis of the Darkest America company. He claims he is done with the show business, unless it is a colored stock company, in which he would be glad to invest if some one will only catch him before he is all out. He can now stand six or seven hundred dollars worth of the business and has the very thing picked out to make the money out of if the other parties will agree with him. The show he has in view is solid to the core and has its name already made. Mr. Lewis better known as Dad Lewis, says he would not come East for other than such a purpose as is mentioned above. The entire company celebrated their second anniversary. Aug. 4, at Lewis堡 Iaho assisted by the generous T. J. Culligan our manager and a great many citizens of Lewis堡, ofays, joined in the celebration, help plug also to defray the expenses. The affair was something grand and unique, there was only one man needed to make the affair more grand and that was Henry Graves. The entire company sends regards to Mr Graves. Goldie Houseley says he is troubled about those brown leaves yet and says 'Henry be careful.' --- Napoleon Johnson writes from the Big Minstrel. -Business continues good but the weather is very warm. We played Nashville on the 20th and while the boys met a number of friend among whom was Bob Thomas late of Scott's Minstrels, who made things very pleasant for them. While the matinee was going on during our Nashville engagement, our chef, Calvin Edwards, took unto himself a wife in the person of Miss Jennie Hudson of Galatin, Tenn. The wedding was a quiet affair, only a few intimate friends being present. He sends regards to the Houseleys and Kid Langford and says 'Hello, Wednesday, how is the pig? James Lightfoot as an interlocutor is hard to beat, although this is his first year in minstrels. His past experience in farce comedies have made him more able to hold the chair with much credit to himself and company. R. C. Logan is still pleasing the people singing "A Thousand Leagues Under the Sea." A Brown of the team of Taylor and Brown closed in Evansville, Ind, without a moments notice and as Ed. Taylor the bag puncher is in need of a sparring partner, he would like to hear from some responsible person. Dude Kelley sends regards to Fletcher, Tarner and all friends of the "greasy front" and says, 'happy days.' Geo. Israel sends regards to Bob and Legretta Henderson. Richard E Hays made quite a hit with the gang the few nights he was on the end, during the absence of A Brown. The show is running smoothly now and the man in white never falls to appear every Sun day. --- Sousa Band Concerts Sousa and his band of sixty men will participate in the celebration of the golden jubilee of the Indiana State Fair at Indianapolis, next month. The band has not been heard in Indiana since last fall, when it played to 75,600 people who went to the State Fair. Since then Sousa has had his men on a tour of England. Germany and other countries of Europe and the director of the band has brought back with him a number of decorations bestowed upon him by the famous people of the old world. The band will give four concerts at the fair next month, two of them in the afternoon and two on as many evenings. A visitor to the fair can enter the gates of the fair grounds in the morning see all the fair and races, hear two Sousa concerts, all for one price of admission. This the State Fair management asserts is a "long run" for fifty cents, such as few state fairs of the country offer. Sousa's programs will be made up to please popular taste and will include many of his famous marches, one of the new ones being "King Edward VII" which the band played on its tour of England --- Clarksville, Tenn., notes.—Amid the glare of the footlights and inclemency of the weather, the renowned Georgia Minstrel made their season's advent, Aug. 21, to a big house. The parade, headed by their crack band and "Big Four" comedians made the hit of their life. Some of the best performers of today are on their roster. Critically, there is room for improvement in the singing, the art so much admired by the theatre goers. For specialities they have cornered the market in lieu of the fact that Marsh Craig has long been passed up Dudley and Kelley, Simpson and Pittman, Billy Kersands, the grand old man, in concert with the other specialty artists serve to make the Georgia's name and impregnable bulwark in minstreldom. They gave the populace a high class and refined performance Miss Lena M. Blakey, the celebrated Clarksville, society debutantee. created a sensation by occupying a box in company with a distinguished personage She was bejeweled and attired in the smartest of gowns which made her the cynosure of all eyes. --- Notes from Lowery's Concert Band and Vandelle company:—"Everybody is well and happy around the city of white While in Jacksonville, III, we enjoyed a pleasant visit from Mrs. Franklin and a few of her friends. They enjoyed the vandelle show and band concert very much. Mrs. Franklin was especially delighted with the work of the band under Prof. Lowery because her brothers, the Mallory Bros., were the first to place Mr. Lowery in the profession. We are expecting a visit from Miss Helen Ogdan, the prima donna of Chicago Miss Essie Williams is now singing with great success "Enanicipation Day." She is making the song very popular Harry L Rawles and J. L. Jones are making good use of their opportunity to become first class musicians while under the leadership of P G Lowery. F. B Wood the Pryor of his race, is the feature in Lowery's 6 30 band concert. The band will give a special concert in Chillicothe. O. at the home of Manager Connors, for his many friends. Chas B Foster wishes to be remembered to all of his New York friends. As soon as Mr Lowery can spare him for a while he expects to spend a short vacation in New York city and with friends and relatives in North Carolina. A. L. Prince, stage manager, received a package of valuable presents from his sister, of Brooklyn, N. Y Prentice Oliver principle comedian sends regards Henry Williams. W. C. Sweatnam received a present from his mother from Mo Mr. Albert Edwards and H. I. Clark, our new vandelle people were both well received by both show people and the public. Mr Lowery is now working on his concert programs for the winter. Our friend. Mr. Cal Towers, our clever ticket seller has returned to the show from his home in Iowa. We were all glad to see him COOK HOUSE NOTES Fred Fields met with a painful accident. He had his hand mashed. The dining room is running smoothly now and all are satisfied. Howard Hunt sends regards to New York friends and will make his home there this winter. Joe Scott sends best regards to Boodle Moore. Joe Hill has position as porter on No 8 car. John Steward and Allen McChelland send regards to all. ```markdown ``` SONGS AND SINGERS Manley and Ross are making a big hit with Arthur Lamb's song, "Just a Chain of Daisies." The clever commedienne, Zelma Rawlston, is captivating her audiences with her splendid rendition of "Little Saille Brown" by James W. Carey and "It's for Her, Her, Her" by Bille Taylor. "Sweet Maggie May," Mr. Raymond Moore's new ballad, promises to be as big a hit as "Sweet Marie." It is being sung by the composer, Kitty Rempone, Franklin Wall and others. Will Hoolen and M. James Brachman have just competed a new song entitled "All is Fair in Love and War." It is being sung with great success by James Brachman at Proctor's Fifth Avenue theatre. Anna Laughlin is making a terrific hit with I Harry Freeman's coon serenade, "Till be Your Honey in the Springtime," in "The Wizard of Or." Carroll Johnson writes that the new coon song "Trouble," is a big hit with him. Eugene Cowles is singing his new song, "Turn of the Road" with great success, at the Masonic Roof Garden, Chicago. Cushman, Holcomb and Curtis are singing "Goodnight. Beloved Goodnight bv Fay & Oliver. It is the big song hit of their act. George Gale, the popular vocalist is singing with great success "Maldee, Come be my Lady" and "I Never Knew Till Now How Much I Loved You." CITY CROWDED WITH STRANGERS The Futrell City Barbecue a Glowing Success—Social and Personal. Cairo, Ill., Special.—There are nine churches in the city and all of them seem to have a large membership. All were well attended and good collections raised last Sunday night. There were 1,200 people left on the St. Louis and Chicago excursions on the 19th. Abram Pullen brought an excursion from Puduah to the city on the steamer "Harry Herley" last Sunday, with about 200 pleasure seekers on board. The city was crowded with strangers on last Sunday, as there were a number of excursions from every direction. 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Overby's orchestra furnished the music. It will be repeated in the near future. Miss Mamie Carr entertained quite a number of young people at the residence of her mother in Futrell City, Saturday night. An enjoyable time was had by all present. Indoor games and refreshments were the chief enjoyment. Miss Oliva Taylor spent Saturday night in Futrell City, the guest of Miss Mamie Carr. Mrs L Jackson, 217 Tenth street, entertained a number of young folks in honor of her daughter, on the 22nd inst. Mrs Katie Sams, of Bardville, Ky, passed through the city on the 22nd inst. enroute from Chicago home. Mames Mattie Tucker and Alberta McKinzie of Evansville, were recent guests of Mrs Jenn Miller, 4010 Sycamore street. Mrs Fannie Sned, of Luxora, Ark, was the guest recently, of Miss Laura Sims, in Division street. Quite a number of the Paducah exorcists were left in the city last Sunday. Miss Belle Knight and Mr. and Mrs Halbrofs, of Paducah, were guests of Prof. Ed. Overby on the 24th. The Street Fair to be held from Sept. 1st to 6th, promises to be a success, as this is the second free street fair to be held in the Southern Illinois. Every preparation is being made to give everybody a good time. Tom Hudson of Mound City, was a guest of And-rson Fields in Walnut street, recently Henry Zerfas received a message from Germany last week informing him of the death of his father two weeks before. Miss Zula McInain of 3106 Poplar street, is much improved in health. John Sorvoggin, who has been working in East St Louis, has returned home. The deaths of Henry Davis and Mrs Janie Thomas No. 200. X VENTY-FIRST ST. GO, ILL. ONLY ONE DOLLAR. m in appearance to a 20,000 or $50,000 ring. Serpent Ring. This is more suited for a gentle- ly serpent, the head of each is one man. Suitable for lady or gentleman. Perfectly plain, suitable for either lady or ring is set with one of the Famous Sicilian Gem- sils, its brilliant inner rides. No. 203. last week, was a shock to the community. 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A working model of a submarine tor- pedo boat and ram has been offered for exhibition at the World’s Fair by a ‘Missouri Negro, a resident of St Louis, by the name of Robert Lincoln. ‘Mention was made of ths invention at the time of its presentation by the inventor. Mr. Lincoln's invention is a cigar shaped hull of steel, with a sharp projecting ram on either end, from which the fore and aft turrets extend upward and from which projects the heavy iron keel which preserves the ‘quilfbrinm of the vessel: The inven- or calls his craft a rotary submariae ram Heclaims that It can be submer- ged or ran on the surface of the water and may be steered with as much esse and safety ins rough asin a calm asa. ‘A most novel feature of the invention is the revolving hall, which the inventor claims is an immeasurable improvment on the screw propeller in its common form. The hall of the vessel | prover does not revolve, bat is enclosed in a steel jacket which revolves around the main body of the boat between the for- ward and after tarret. This revolving jacket is encircled with a steel blade in ‘a epiral form, like an immense cork- screw, the blade, at all times, setting at right augles to the longitudinal center of the bull. The outside or revolving hull, journals on ball bearings in a ‘watertight casing at the intersection of the turrets with the main vessel. ‘The rotary power of the outer hull is tranamitted to it from the inside hull by means of a sprocket wheel and endless chain, operated by machinery in the hull of the ship. Four hydroplanes ex- ‘THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. tend outward from the sides of the boat leading to the interior of the yessel ed Cultivate Your two forward and two aft, ike fins on | and is used as AG ecu emo, *! |bv the Great Fi » The hy lanes are rate: lot hi oi ie forward turret con- = the tatetor of the all Ene La A ab fach telescopic tabe, ‘ by the Great |! eae I Tee nent oscillation, | through which by the use of mirrors the By depressing the forward ends of all] commanding cfiizer is able to seo the rae > Bae: — rrrt—s—S — 2 a Si gael isn = cs LlhD.ULUlr OE S ne [_ ~ << ope) x Se we ewe . How About ‘See ee ae 2)... es o SE OS — pees | Your Heart D4 ie ey it “ Feel your pulse ‘a few minutes, 9 pans 3 os Is it regular? Are you short of Ae LON i... - : ; breath, after slight exertion \ oe 2 a ; as going up stairs, sweeping, CIN — oe ro walking, etc? Do you have ig 4 CM eee a ee ‘ pain in left breast, side or BEFORE . between shoulder blades, chok- é ing sensations, fainting or Pewee Ee ee oe - . _ — - .. . * . i i.@+2+;&« i «£4 i . « ed ~~. oo a -— | — = I | tans ae | pee Ey RE SUBMARINE BOAT. four planes while the boat is in motion arte the Tea direct! ™ | While his vessel is submerged. the action of the water on them eub- ‘The boat that {9 to be constra: merges the boat. When the desired! trom this model is to be48 feet long depth is reached. py bringing them to 4) feet in diameter and seventy tive t horizontal position the vessel is driven| displacement. The estimated cost forward at a level again. To bring the| $25,000 The interfor arrangement boat to the surface again it is only nec-| pb. similar to the Holland. Steam po ceasary to elevate the forward ends Of} will be used when the vessel is used these hydroplanes. the surface and electric power w ‘The rear turret is the main opening|submerged. Oil will be used as fi leading to the interrior of the yessel | and is used as sir shaft, entrance aod pilot house, The forward turret con- tains an eight iach telescopic tube, througb which by the use of mirrors the commanding cffiver is able to see the Sf i & — i ~ oa 4 4 i oe . | os ee , oo eu surface of the water in all directions while his vessel is submerged. ‘The boat that is to be constracted from this model is to be48 feet long, 8 feet in diameter and seventy five tons displacement. The estimated cost is $20,000 Tne interfor arrangement will b- similar to the Holland. Steam power will be used when the vessel is used on the surface and electric power when submerged. Oil will be used as fuel, which will be stored in the balance tanks, which will be refilled witn water as fast as the oll ie used, making the dis- placement and booyance of the boat the same at ail times. It is estimated that this boat will be able to cross the Atlantic easily in three days, and as all but the upper ends of the turrets is submerged, its presence in the water would be very difficalt for an enemy to detect. ‘The inventor of this boat. Robert Lin- coln is 86 years of age. He was born in Pike county, Mo., of slave parents and was ednoated in the public schools of Lincoln county. He left home at the age of 13 to make his own living Two years later he came to St. Lou's to make his home, but the next year 1333 he en- Hated ia company H. 9th U 8 cavalry, and was honorably discharged after five year’s eervice. Mr. Lincoln first became interested in the invention of submarine craft in 1887, while visiting the naval fleet at Astoria, Ore. Waile on board the Olympia, afterward Admiral Dew- ey’s flagship, he watched the perfor- mances of the Excelstor, a life boat then maneuvering in the harbor. Sinos that time he has invented several other novelties. Hewas granted letter pat- ents on Fissubmarine boatin 1898. ‘Through the kind offices of Comman- der A C. Baker, United States navy, now assistant chief of the transporta- tion exhibits at the World’s Fair cround the inventor has been recommended to President Lewis Nixon of the Crescent ship yards, Elizabethport, N. J., who built the Holland. Mr. Lincoln has shipped the model of his boat to Chicago with other exhibits from St. Lonis, to be placed on exhibi. tion at the Middle States and Mississippi Valley Exposition, now belne held in the 1st regiment armory. —J. D HOW. TO THE “SCRIBES” OF THE FREE MAN'S ROUND TABLE. In the “‘harly barly” of this ever mov- ing. on rushing age how pleasant it fs to find time to alde track, ast were, and look back over the dim lit pages of the past and recall to fond memory some of the hallowed hours of oar lives most deliciously spent. This fact is more foreibly indented upon my mind this night of the nineteenth of Angust in the year of our Lord nineteen handred and two es I alt here in the peavefal quietude of my den ‘surrounded by my happy brood—my better seven-eighths who rales queen of my household and the seven little sanbeams who sheds the lustre of their childish prattle around our domestic hearthstone. That, as T aforesaid, this fact rashes more forct- bly upon me to-night, above all nights, 4s, perhaps, becanse | am in a reminis- cent mood, for I have just laid aside a Philadelphia newspapor in which I find picture of the abode of my early child- hood—an old log gabin that formerly rested upon the banks of the river James, just where it and the equally famous Appomattox meet, but which now stands in Fairmont Park, Philadel- phia, as a relic of the late clvil war, be- ing during that bitter siege the head- quarters of General Grant at City Point, and known as Grant's cabin. In fact, the very house in which was brought Maer ae) [ “See Stems, 3 evi i Bo. ae j AN \ | an on Ho y | ee nd cee EDWARD ELMORE BROCK. about the terms of General Lee’s surren- der. As I gaze upon the little picture to-night, dear “quill-drivere,” do you wonder why fond memories ruzh upon me? Then, as I pat by this Anglo- Saxon journsland take up that greatest exponent of the Negro’s canse—the king of them all—our own lovable Freeman, that comes regularly every week to my den and find that, although my vacation from its pages has been a lengthy one, & How About Your Heart Feel your pulse a few minutes, Is it regular? Are you short of breath, after slight exertion "as going up stairs, sweeping, walking, etc? Do you have pain in left breast, side or between shoulder blades, chok- ing sensations, fainting or smothering spells, inability to lic on left side? If you have any of these symptoms you certainly have a weak heart, and should immediately take Dr. Miles’ Heart Cure Mr. F. H. Oaks of Jamestown, N. Y., whose genial face appears above, says? Excessive use of tobaceo seriously affected my heart. I suffered severe pains about the heart, and in the left shoulder and side; while the arpa would awaken me from my sleep, I. Began faking’ Dr Mites Heart Cure and soon found permanent relief.” Sold by all Druggists, Dr. Miles Medical Co., Elkhart, Ind. | yet am I not forgotten by ye scribes, ‘one and all, who, while my pen has laic quiet, has not failed to keep me in touck grith the world’s golngs on here anc fhere; thus my reverie drifts from the Uittle cabin on the hill to R, W. Thomp soo, in Washington, D. C.; Dr. W. a Majors, in Chicago, Ill.; ‘Uncle Noak Baxter,” way down in Texas; Rev. J M Henderson, in Philadelphia, Pa. Charles Alexander, in Wilberforce, O | ‘Swamp Angel” and "Bruce Grit,’ (J. E Brace) wherever they may be at the moment, and ‘‘B. Square” (Augustus M Hodges), my clty dweller, who occa sionally drops in upon me in my den a: I do now and then upon him in bis “bungalow” to drink a “bumper” to the health and a fresh smoke-up for the success of the Blne Pencil Club, as we often designate the “soribblers” of The Freeman's staff. To you, one and all the writer extends the ‘glad hand,” and wisbes to say that, while other things of an exacting nature has been the cause of his seclusion for so long a time, still he hopes soon to be seen at the old stand again, for, quoting the familiar lines of ‘Beautnont : "No merecan he who's mind Joys ia the masts Bald from tae dalght, when Natuiresand his fail’ thoughts bia hin EDWARD ELMORE BROCK, (“Ned Lmo Bee.") Brooxlyn, N.Y. THE EDUCATIONAL CONGRESS. One of the indications that the Negro is coming to the front in Christian and educational affairs, is shown by the great number of delegates who attend- ed the Negro Young Peoples’ Christian and Educational Congress, in Atlanta Ga., last Wednesday and Thureday ‘There were 5 000 or more in attendan »6 which made it one of the largest gath- erings of our people ever held —Omaha Progress. 000 Women, as factors in the onward march of our racial progress, were fally recognized in the great Negro Young Peoples’ Christian and Educa- tional Congress, recently held in At- lanta, Ga,—Nashville Clarion. 000 ‘This was the Jargest gathering of Ne- @roes ever convened in America, having wn attendance of over 6,000, and a most praiseworthy movement on the part of the Negroes of the United States.— ‘Terre Hante Eagle. 000 The mighty wall of prejudice that stands asa barrier between the white man and the colored man was given a nerve shook by the excellent deportment of the great men and women of the race at the Negro Congress last week.— Rock Hill (3. C) Messenger. 000 Speaking of the Negro Congress, Gov. Chandler said: “This movement will do more to elevate the Negro than any movement that has ever been inau- gurated.” 000 Thursday, the second day of the con- gress, lynching was # topic of discus- sion.’ Rev. Ernest Lyon, of Baltimore, in his speech, said: “The Negro has been lynched and his body used as fagots for bonfires, but there is no reo- ord in the courts of law charging him with heading a mob against his perse- outors or with putting @ torch even to the homes of his enemies. The Negro is a friend of law and order. He is neither a striker, a socialist nor an an- arohiet.” 000 The local movement in the interest of the Atlanta congress was a complete success, under the management of Profe, Davisand Eohols They are pleased with results. The entire party wasa very pleasant association —Birmingham Free Speech. 000 ‘The musical feature of the congress was very taky.—Afro-American Presby- terian. 00 The first Negro Young Peoples’ Re- Hgious and Eduoational Congress is a thing of the past. It wase grand and glorious success from whatever point of view considered. It it fell below the ideals of its projectors and promoters these must have transcended human conception. Summing it up in a few Cultivate Your Hair andComplexion by the Great French Systen—.. Say 2a Ae i eu, eg Oe ee ea SSC Sit pereey Dis SY Vee a. ASV, Wee): euA 1) ‘VLSI a AZ NS Mh aN CN eS a CE ya p> NS BEFORE AFTER CHEVELINE, The Wonder of the World; you have only to wash your HAIR once with it and behold it is Soft, Straight and Glossy. Price 2 $3 or two Heads for BD, prose ance St eS ct cents te ‘We Force the Growth of Your Hair and Complexion for 81.09 Send for circulars how to force the growth of your hair, and bleach you at least tw shades fairer. 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The utterances were pitched on the highest plane and their acceptance was indicated by ready and hearty applanse.—Washington (D. C.) Record. _ Businoss}Man Gives Picnic. West Superior Wis., Spectal,—Jos. Krath, one of our business men. gave a pionic on the 14, to the colored people of this place. He farnished the pavillion at Oatka Beach and all the liquid re- freshments free Wm Thorpe, of the Little Delmonico restaurant supplied the solid refreshments and Fred Barger- on and Albert Johnson, furnished the music on violin and piano. Everybody had a grand time. Billy Bates [* OF an agent for The Freeman st toe bs! of the lakes. George Henry (shot 98 and Joe Gray, instramentalists 204 1% calists of a very high order, afer 8 On sojourn here, have gone to ‘Chicago. Wr. Crawford, formerly 0! the Hottest Coon in Dixte Co,, aud known bere BY the soubriqnet of “Beware {sn Mowe apolis “Down in Mobile’ was bere 0 the 18th with its contingent of cole performers. Harry Ross and Ds O'Banyon are in Dulath ‘The Freeman for sale every sstorde? at Epps’ shaving parlor No! y Mala street W., Rochester, N. Y. WEAK WEN! Instant Rellet, Curein isdaye 80008 "Sach ieee ee eae bee Bar}, MARSHALL. MOM 1 Rubber Tired $82.50 If this does not interest you write for our catalogue and get prices on pleasure vehicles of all descriptions. This firm is the only Negro carriage factory in the world. Please mention The Freeman. Two lots, including the season's prettiest styles, fifteen to thirty per cent. under the usual quotations These Waists are suitable for evening wear throughout the winter. Daintily Tucked Walists of Washable Cream White Silk, beautified with fine laces insertion and medallions, regular price $11 50, now.....$9.75 Other styles to Washable Cream Silk, prettily tucked and lace trimmed, fastenings either back or front. $6.75 and $9 Walst, at.....$5.98 Golf Vests of Bouchle, for were with thin waist. red, white, green or black. made double-breasted and trimmed in brass but- tons. $200 L.S. AYRES & CO. "Indiana's Greatest Distributors of Dry Goods." ..CITY NOTES.. All local news, such as deaths, births, weddings, social and personal, is solicited by this paper. The same can be sent by mail or by telephone (New 2880). All news must reach us by Wednesday at noon to insure insertion in current issue. Mrs. Charles Lanier is visiting in Chicago. Mitchell Edmonds of Mackinac, Mich., ss in the city. Phil R. Miller was down from Chicago last Thursday. Odey F. Spiller and daughter of St. Louis, Mo., are visiting friends in the city. Mrs. John Lewis, after a pleasant visit to Evanston, Ill., has returned home. Luther Dawson is here from Milwaukee, Wis., on account of the illness of his sister. Isidore Blair has returned from his vacation, which he spent at Atlantic City, N. J. Elwood C. Knox, manager of The Freeman, spent a few days, last week, in Toledo, Ohio. Mrs. Lena Spaulding of Cincinnati is the guest of Mrs. Bybee, W. Twelfth street, this week. Miss Rada Jane Reed of Lexington, Ky., is the guest of Mrs. Isaac Carter, 631 Ogden street. Miss Nellie Hughes of Louisville, Ky., is visiting her aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Charles W. Browne. The Rev. E. R. Bundy of Cleveland, O., was a caller at The Freeman office the early part of the week. The pulpit of Antioch Baptist church was filled by the Rev. William Gray of Chicago last Monday evening. Miss Josie B. Blackwell of Knoxville, Teen., is visiting her aunt, Miss Josephine Shields, 2821 London avenue. Miss Allie Stewart, who has been visiting for the past two months, left Tuesday for her home in Evansville. Mrs. Bettie Wash and Miss Lena Johnson of Frankfort, Ky., are in the city, the guests of relatives and friends. Mrs. Lillie Henderson entertained, this week, in honor of Lillie Morton of Lonlsville, Ky., and W. H. Huffman. Mrs. Joanna Crockett and Mr. Wylie of Cincinnati. O., were guests of her daughter, Mrs. Allen Scott, last Sunday. Misses Estella Davis and Bertha Rickman are in the city, the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Keiger, Fayette and Eleventh street. George T. Cable and J. E. Benjamin have joined the True Reformers. Rev Albert Smith reports great progress in the work. Call on Mrs. Irena Franklin for gro CHEVROLET THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. ceries. A nice assorted line at down town prices, 427 W. 12th street. Phone 3159 new. 23-1m A E. Manning of the "World" was in Richmond, Va., this week, attending the annual session of the Negroes' Business League. Mrs. N. A. Smoothers, 515 Indiana avenue, has good lodging rooms, good meals and lunch served at all hours; also ice cream parlor. 1m Mr. Robert Lamond, butler for Mrs. General Harrison, will leave to-day for the mountains in New York to be gone several weeks. Now, "Handsome Bob," what's next? Dr Algenormon Jackson of Philadelphia, Pa., was in the city a few days last week en route to Princeton, Ind., to visit his mother. The Enterprise Club met with Miss Luella Hibbitts. The next meeting will be with Miss Helen Allison, 1310 E. Pratt street. Miss Mamie Smith and Mr. Spiegel of St. Louis, Mo., are in the city, the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Harris in Hiawatha street. James J. Turner of Providence, R. I., that "Prince" of good fellows, who is visiting this city, took a side trip to Toledo, Ohio, last Saturday, accompanied by Elwood C. Knox. Miss Ida Branch of Evanston, Ill., was in the city a few days, the guest of Mrs John Lewis, N. Meridian street. She returned home Friday. Mrs. Sarah Howard of Mound City, Ill., who has been the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Davis in Paca street, returned to her home Sunday. In the absence of Rev. Gilliam services were conducted last Sunday at Simpson Chapel by the Rev. Thomas Prentis of North Indianapolis. Miss Troutman entertained at cards Friday evening, Aug. 22, in honor of Mr. Willis Tyler of Bloomington, Ind., at her home in N. Superior street. Ten cents admits you to the lawn fete at Mrs. Henderson's, next Thursday, 419 N. California street. Come help the Young Men's Christian Association. All are invited. A pleasant affair indeed was the house party given in honor of Miss Blackwell of Knoxville, Tenn., by Mrs Lindsey last Thursday evening, Aug. 21, at her home in London avenue. There will be an open air concert and lawn fete at Mrs. A. H. Henderson's, 419 N. California street, next Thursday, Sept. 4, for the benefit of the Young Men's Christian Association. Everybody will be there. Charles Parker, taller, formerly with A. J. Treat & Son, now with Charles Butterworth, 36 F. Ohio street. Trousers. $5 up; suits $18 up. Cleaning, dyeing, repairing and pressing. We solicit your patronage. Old phone 4121 red. Mrs. Harriet Spandling of Frankfort, Ky., left for her home last Sunday after a pleasant stay of one week the guest of her daughter, Mrs. D. D. Hunter, 618 Ogden street. She was accompanied by her little granddaughter, Juanita Robinson. Bishop Walters, Rev. G. Alexander McGuire and W. H. Fielding were given a delightful breakfast on Tuesday, the 19th, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Cyrus Allen. The decorations were in yellow. They were also entertained by Mr. and Mrs. Julius Cox and Mrs. Lillie Henderson. The lawn fete given at No. 23 School for the benefit of the Flanner Guild was a success in every detail, and the ladies of the auxiliary feel very grateful to the public for their generous patronage of this, their first effort, as they were enabled to turn over to Mr. Franklin Vornegut, the Flanner Guild treasurer, $93.40 toward the incidental expense fund. Champion Wall Paper and Caapet Cleaner. Original colors guaranteed. Carpets cleaned without removal. A dry process. Samples by mail 150 each. Address National Novelty Co., 23 West Ohio street, Indianapolis, Ind. USED IN 1858 Way back in the year 1858 the original Ozonized Ox Marrow was used by colored people in the North and is now used all over the country from Maine to Texas and Oregon to Florida. The continued use of this preparation for such a long period of time is a positive proof that it gives perfect satisfaction to all. It makes kinky or curly hair straight, soft and beautiful. Stops falling hair, cures dandruff and makes the hair grow. Never fails. Warranted harmless. Only 50 cents a bottle. Get it from your dealer or send us 50 cents and we will ship you a bottle express paid. Address. Ozonized Ox Marrow Co., 76 Wabash avenue, Chicago, Ill. We are your servants submitted to the will in common judgment of the people. This being true we only ask your protection to the amount of $1.50 less than 30 per week CRAMER PLATES are used by the leading photographers all over the country. They are unsurpassed in quality and ease of manipulation. Full descriptive manual sent to any address. MANUFACTURED BY G. Cramer Dry Plate Co. 1922 Shenandoah Avenue, S. I., LOUIS, MO. Offices in—New York, Chicago, San Francisco. Gauld the Druggist Peruna. 60c Danderine, 19c 38c Inkhams Compound. 60c Puffin Tonic, 39c 79c Boysts Poison Blood Cure, 35c and 70c Eagle Milk 19c Swamp Root, 35c 67c Mennen's Taicum, 15c 2 for. 25c Our Soda Water is just right. Jessup & Antrim Ice Cream 10pint, 20c quart, 60c gallon. In filling prescriptions purity of drugs and accuracy in compounding are of the first importance; this we guarantee and at prices that will save you money. Remember THE OLD RELIABLE DRUG STORE, 601 Indiana Avenue, cor. West Street. — The subject of this sketch is the son of Henry and Same Shelton. He was born in Charlestown, Ind., June 12, 1871, came to this city at the age of one year where he has since resided. He was educated in the common and high schools after which he attended the Harvey Medical College of Chicago and the Chicago College of Embalming which latter institutions were attended preparatory to his entering into the undertaker's business, receiving his diploma in 1900. Mr. Shelton is now successfully engaged in that business in the firm of Morgan & Shelton. In 1894 he was appointed deputy assessor under Eugene Saulcy reappointed by request in 1896 under M. L. Jefferson. He has been connected in various capacities with the Republican county and city committees and in 1901 was selected as chairman of Negro Campaign Committee which was known for its effective work in assisting the present administration to power. Chairman Elliott of County Republican Committee has selected him for an important position for the present campaign. Mr. Shelton is a speaker of ability as has been demonstrated in the recent campaign. He is a favorite among the politicians gaining this position by his genial nature, quick wit and general insight into things generally. In this community, Mr. Shelton has the good wishes and respect of all. His home life is pleasant, being presided over by soulful little woman whom he met several years ago—a Miss Mamie Pettiford of Franklin, Ind., to whom he was married in 1894. Mr. Shelton is popular in fraternal organizations; he is an Odd Fellow, a 32d degree Mason, Grand Keeper of R and S of K P.'s a member of other organizations and a director of the Y. M. C A. Every indication points to abundant success in the future for Mr Shelton, who by his own individual efforts has succeeded in becoming one of the city's most substantial citizens. He is loyal to his friends who are legions, thus assuring him continued prosperity and advancement. BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH NOTES. BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH NOTES. The pastor after last Saturday morning and expresses gratitude to his flock for a very pleasant trip to Chicago and on Lake Michigan to Frankfurt and return by way of Grand Rapids. He will endeavor to demonstrate the beneficial effects of his trip by cheerful service and manner both in and out of the pulpit. The congregation morning and evening, unanimously expressed themselves heartily in favor of refunding the money expended by the pastor in plumbing improvements in the parsonage. It is hoped now that the handful of "croakers" who are arrogating to Bethel church and the right to "boss" the pastor will have the intelligence and wisdom to fall in line. On the night of Sept. 3d a formal, musical reception will be accorded the members of Bethel under the service of the Stewardess from 8 to 10 o'clock. Tickets will be issued by the various leaders or by application to the pastor. Refreshments will be served at the close of the reception or rather its program. The three leaders reporting the largest amount of "dollar money" in proportion, from their classes, will be presented with a handsome teacher's bible. All the officers of the church are no engaged in having a great rally on the second Sunday in September for the pastor's benefit. Endowment day promises to be of unusual interest. A splendid program is arranged. At night the "Symphony Orchestra" of fifteen pieces from the school of music managed by Prof. Damon will, in addition to the program, give a sacred concert. This takes place the third Sunday in September. The Sabbath-school will render an excellent SANTAL-MIDY In 48 hours Gonorrhoea and discharges from the urinary organs, arrested by Santal Midy capsules without inconvenience. Price $1. of ALL Drugs, or F.O. Box 2081, New York. HAIR SWITCHES we cut 22 inches long, short stem made of black kinky hair. Sent postpaid on receipt of 60o buys a pair of black kink hair Braids 16 inches long 80o buys a Single Braid kinky hair 16 inches long. Bangs Hair Pin and Ornaments of every description. Most complete line of hair goods in this country for Colored People Send stamp for Well Illustrated Catalogue. T. W. TAYLOR 59 Congress St., DETROIT, MICH. [In writing ple se mention The Freeman] BLACK SKIN REMOVER. 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Our customers say one of our dollar boxes is worth ten dollars, yet we sell it for one dollar a box. Any person sending one dollar in a letter or Post-Office money order, express money order or registered letter, we will send it through the mail and send it to C. O. D. it will come by express, 260 extra. In any case where it fails to do what we claim, we will return the money or send a box free of charge to the money or one will know contents except receiver. program in the afternoon. Let your pastor have the "dollar money" Do not delay any longer, but pay it in. JONES' TABERNACLE NOTES. Bishop A. Walters, A. M., D. D., will preach at 11 a. m. and 8 p. m.; evening sermon to the ladies. The gents will be there. All young men and all old men are invited. Children's entertainment on Sept 2d. Prize entertainment on the 5th. Miss Dasey Walker and the Flanner Guild will entertain at Jones' Tabernacle, Monday, Sept. 8th. Come. For home made candies. 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Fanning, Thomas Smith, Thomas Ashley, Furniss, J. H. Puryear, A. C. Simms. OFFICERS. Sent. A. C. Simms, Secretary. Porter, Treasurer. President. J. H. Lott, Attorney. IN JUBILEE STATE FAIR.. SEPTEMBER 15-18, 1902. Horticultural, Fine Art and Mechanical Show given in Indiana. SOUSA and his Famous Band December 17th and 18th, afternoon and evening. Exhibitors Tickets $2.00 ADMISSION, 50 CENTS. M. S. CLAYPOOL, President. DOWNING, Secretary. Money to Pay Your Bills ing expenses. Your grocer or butcher. Your back taxes, or For any other purpose. RE MONEY ALSO. We need to learn how cheaply a little better than troubling friends. You will think so, too. Future, Pianos, Organs, Horses, Etc. Goods; and we will say positively our rates are still as in the city; while for easy payments, fair dealing and en held up as the "standard." & Loan Co., 17 E. Market Street, INDIANAPOLIS, IND. 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