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Free Sample Copies of The FREEMAN sent anywhere for the asking. Agents wanted. Write for terms. THE FREEMAN AND ETHIOPIA SHALL STRETCH FORTH HER HAND A NATIONAL ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER VOLUME XV. NUMBER 45. WILL COMBAT CRIME REPRESENTATIVES OF THE RACE MEET AT HOUSTON, TEX. LARGE NUMBER IN ATTENDANCE Negroes ' Organize for the Purpose of Weeding out Criminals—Committee Appointed to Prepare an Address to the American People—Notes. News Personal and General Mound City, ill., Special.—C. M. Thompson was indisposed a few days last week. Mrs. Eliza Caldwell and Henry Hayes are on the sick list. Mr. and Mr. H. McWilliams, of Levings, were in the city last week. The family, of James Laughlin returned on the 8th from St. Louis. Rev. H. C. Burton spent last week with his family. Mr. and Mrs. Ellis Jones, of Hazelwood, K. were guests of Mrs. Margaret Watkins on the 8th ult. Dan Johnson, of Carbon dale, visited friends last week. Rev. Jameson, of Madison, Wis., spoke jointly with Hon. J. W. Brown, of Vandalia, at the court house here in the closing of the campaign. Mrs. Addie Calhoun spent a few days last week with relatives in Missouri, Mrs. Mary Wade was called to Trenton, Tenn., on the 28th, on account of the death of her sister. Quarterly meeting will be held at the A. M. E. church on the 16th. Rev. D. Parrish is conducting a revival at Palaski. In two weeks more than twenty persons have been added to the church. The Old Fellows' hall has been finished and presents a neat appearance. The Masonic lodge has received its charter and is ready to transact business. Mr. and Mrs. Renben Elliott lost their three year old daughter on the 31st ult. Rev. Simms, formerly with the Missionary Baptist, has re 2. moved his membership to the First Free Baptist church of this city. The Minnesota club of the Second Free Baptist church, are rehearsing for a grand concert to be given in the near future. The quarterly conference of the Free Baptists was held at New Grand Chain on the 29th and 30th alt. Mrs. Frances Lindsey lost her chatelaine bag containing several dollars last week. Andrew Scroggins died at his home near Cache Bridge, on the 30th alt., after a lining illness. Cards are out announcing the annual fall festival of the Delmar Social club of this city. It bids fair to be a grand fete. A cutting affray occurred last Sunday in which Wm. Steele and Virgil Lane were principals. Social and General News. Jackson, Mich., Special. — Miss Bessie Powers spent Sunday with friends in Battle Creek. Mrs. Carrie Dixon and son Clarence of Battle Creek, were guests of Miss Eva Johnson last week. The concert given by the Taylor Carter Fountain, was a success, Mrs. Mary Brown, of Ann Arbor, was the guest of her aunt, Mrs. Freeman, on the Thursday. Misses Mabel McDonald and Sadie Hall visited friends in Ann Arbor last week. Charles Harrison visited friends in Flint last week. Miss Eva Johnson was a recent guest of friends in Battle Creek and Albion. Charles Adams and wife are in the city. James Goodall was in the city last Sunday. Fred Goodall visited relatives a few days in the city last week. Secure a copy of the Freeman from Miss Flossie M. Johnson, 216 E. Franklin street. Words of Condolence. Mobile, Ala., Special.—At a meeting of the official board of Emanuel A. M. E. church, on the 23d ult, the secretary was authorized to draft a letter of condolence in behalf of the mother A. M. E. church in the city, expressing their regret and sadness, and to offer words of cheer and contentment (regarding the death of Sister Fannie A. Moreland) to the pastor of our daughter, Bethel, Rev. Moses Moreland: It has pleased the Great Architect and Skilled Mechanic to demolish the building that was so carefully constructed; has pleased the Creator of all the earth to take out of existence one of his loved ones; has pleased the Ancient Inventor of transformation to transform the soul of one from this land of sorrow to a land of bliss; has pleased the Master Workman from on high to call one from labor to reward. These pharaphrased sentences is only a gentle reminder to you, I and others that death has been here and claimed one as its own. As a wife, she was true, determined and affectionate. She could not be placed in [Name] REV. MOSES MORELAND. the category of the positive or comparative degrees, but that of the superlative. As a mother, she was all that was required to adorn the family circle and make home happy. As a church member, she was loyal, faithful and uniting; ever ready to perform any duty that was assigned to her hands the best of her ability, and as true results for possession these good qualities and Christian characteristics. Early on Monday morning, the 20th ult., as the heavenly retinue mounted on the gospel train, engineered and controlled by Jesus Christ, Himself, conducted by a convoy of angels enroute to the Celestial City, she took passage on board and went through the golden gates of joy. As she brushed the dew of this mortal life from her forehead, stepped upon the threshold of eternity, passed through the dreary valley over shadowed by death, she was not alone, as THE LADY OF THE ROOM MR. CLARENCE POWELL "Blessed, indeed, is he who can make humanity laugh itself into forgetfulness."—Clarence Powell. The foregoing philosophic outburst is from that Emperor of Mythridom, Clarence Powell, one of America's foremost minstrels. As well as a good minstrel, one of modern ideas and a modern way of disposing of them to his audience, Mr. Powell is also a comedian and a monologuist who does not let Father Time get ahead of him at any stage of the game—in fact, he is a mirth producer so far advanced that he frequently gets ahead of time. In his monologue Mr. the Comforter accompanied her all the way long to light up the gloom of the pathway till she got in sight of the city. And as we bow in humble submission to the Divine will of our Haavenly Father in the loss that seems irreparable, by the peaceful falling asleep in Jesus one who was steadfast in the faith, unfailing in her christian purposes, beautiful spirits are an attractive example of which she has left to us, the fruits of which we see and pray God may become her imitator. To the bereaved ones we can only point and admonish you to Him for succor, comfort and consolation who said: "I am the resurrection and the life." Emanuel A. M. E. Church, H. N. NEWSOME, Pastor, O. G. VALENTINE, Secretary. Jolly Club E tertainment SYRACUSE, N. Y., Special—The Jolly Club 16 gave a very enjoyable party on Tuesday evening, the 28th ult., at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Robinson, 307 Almond street. Music and dancing was the enjoyment of the evening. Eugene Brown and Mrs. Tarr furnished the music. The Bethany Baptist church held their annual fair last week, and was crowned with success. On Thursday, the 30th ult., a fine program was rendered. The mysteries of Halloween was celebrated with a pleasant event on Friday evening, at the residence of Mrs. Charles W. Williams, 602 Orange street, by Misses Emma, Marie and Mamie Reynolds. The front stairway leading from the street was decorated with Chinese lanterns. The parlors were filled with young people who played games of all kinds. At a late hour a sumptuous repast was served. Macon, Mo, Special.—Miss Addie Noel died at the home of her mother on the 26th ult. of, consumption, at the age of 21 years. The funeral services were held at the A. M. E. church, conducted by Rev. W.T. O'Burn. Mrs. Pleasant, whose son was killed in the wreck with Sells & Downs' circle, has made a settlement with the railroad company. Gone to Her Reward. Powell shows an inexhaustible amount of originality and many of his funny sayings are of the sort that show the broad capabilities of this young man, in that they are delightfully extemporaneous, showing that they come with no studied effort, but with natural ease. He is pre eminent the most talented of the young minstrels and is making the "hit" of his life with the Richard & Pringle aggregation. He is generally considered a star of great magnitude and was for several years principal comedian with Oliver P. Scott's refined Negro minstrels. Powell is a drawing card everywhere. Deceased was a member of the band and was a great favorite here. Rev. Lewis, of Ardmore, passed through this city enroute home with his invalid wife, who has been undergoing treatment at Quincy. Mrs. Jas, Enix and sister are visiting friends in Monroe county. Charles Drew left on the 20th for his home in Ohio. Claude Cross arrived home from Coffeeville, Kan., on the 27th ul. Dr. Albert Griffin is quite ill at the home of his father. Wm. Oliver, of Kansas City, is at the bedside of his mother, who is ill. Persons can secure copies of The Free man each Saturday from J. O. McNutt, 116 Missouri avenue. An Eminent Physician and Surgeon of Wilmot, Arkansas. Dr. J. S. Alford, whose likeness is presented here with, is a native of the state of Mississippi. He graduated from Flint Medical College with the class of 1900. He now enjoys a lucrative practice at Wilmot, Ark. Dr. Alford is a shrewd and energetic young man, and is doing much for the advancement of his race. To Entertain Booker Washington. Oakland, Cal., Special—The Fannie Coppin club meets in their neatly furnished parlors in Geary's hall, Fourteenth and Washington streets. They anticipate having a fair in December. They also intend to entertain Booker T. Washington, who intends coming to the Pacific coast during December. Mrs H. Bishop continues ill at her home in Tenth street. Beth Eden church is in need of a pastor. The Freeman a Source of Light EDITOR FREEMAN:—Enclosed find $1.00 for which send me The Freeman. I first subscribed for it in 1889, and have kept it up, excepting two or three years, until now. I can't see how any intelligent Negro or DR. S. J. ALFORD, Dr. J. S. Alford, whose likeness is presented herewith, is a native of the state of Mississippi. He graduated from Flint Medical College with the class of 1900. He now enjoys a lucrative practice at Wilmot, Ark. Dr. Alford is a shrewd and white man can do without it. The Freeman is a source of light to the obstructed path of coming young Negroes if they will heed its teaching. Long may the Freeman live. M. M. MURRAY. Box 16, New Lewisville, Ark. Pertinent Pick-ups. Milwankee, Wis., Special. — J. J. Miles was in Oskosh recently. The Original Jubilee Singers were in the city last week. C. M. White has returned from the fourth. M. ss M. Stafford, of Casopolis, Mich., is visiting her sister in the city. The members of the A. M. E. church gave their pastor a surprise party last week. Got a Fish Bone in Her Throat Got a Fish Bone in Her Throat. Ennis, Texas, Special — Mrs. S. Perry while eating fish Sunday evening, Oct. 19th, lodged a bone in her throat and had to have the assistance of three do- toes to extricate it. She is resting easy. There is nothing going on here to inter- est your mind, so purchase a copy of The Freeman every Saturday and you will be interested. Rev. J. M Anderson, pastor of the A. M. E. church, is winding up his fourth years' pastorate at this place with much success. Rev. J. S. White, pastor of the Fourth Ward Baptist church, is making rapid pro- gress. He has built a neat church, which is a credit to the town. Call on D. T. Gordon for The Freeman. Society and Personal Notes. Camilla, Ga., Special.—Mrs. Nettle Crawford and son Filmore is visiting in Donalsonville, Ga. All delegates have returned from their trip. Mmes Acree and Clayton have returned from an extended visit to Atlanta. Mrs Cora, of Brunswick, is visiting John Henderson. Turner Harris has returned home. John Sanders is ill with fever. The Negro enterprises of this city are increasing rapidly. Copies of The Freeman are for sale every Saturday by King Burns. Quarterly Meeting Services. Lebanon, Ky., Special — Quarterly conference of the A. M E Zion church was held Rev. I W. Selectman, D D. P. E. The various reports showed good work done by the pastor. A grand reception was given in honor of the presiding elder on Saturday night, the last inst. Addresses were made by the pastor, Simon Irwin, H. J. Ray and Prof. K. Smith. The Lebanon brass band rendered music for the occasion. An excellent supper was served and all present had an enjoyable time. Miss Bettie Hays, of Maysville, who has been visiting Mrs Mary Stansbury, has returned home. Mrs Panlaina Roberts, of Mt Sterling, is the guest of Mrs. Stansberry Notable, Newsy Nuggets. Schenectady, N. Y., Special.—At the last meeting of the Gleaners, C. C. Caldwell was defeated by Mr. Buchanan in a spirited debate, subject: "Resolved, That America may deport colored citizens for Africa." The committee appointed with success. Rev. T. H. Washington was in Troy on the 2d, where he was invited to preach. A Christian Endeavor society was organized last Sunday. D H Johnson was elected president; Miss M. E Price, vice president; Mrs Dowell, corresponding secretary; Mark Leonard, active secretary. The board of trustees, stewards and stewardesses held a meeting at the sonage of the A. M. E church on the 29-hult Business of importance was transacted. Nuggets New and Novel. Munieo, Ind., Special—Sunday was rally day at Bethel A M E counch, and as a result, $120 was realized from the day's collection, and $81 by solicitation by the pastor, Rev Taylor, and Dr. Cooper, making the grand total of $201. The church is now ready for the plasterers and the trustees hope to have all the plastering completed in a short time. Rev Thomas, of Anderson, assisted in the services in the afternoon. Charles Ward, of Farmland, spent Sunday in the city. Communton services were held at the Second Baptist church last Sunday. Rev Warren, the new pastor, officiating. A reception was given in honor of Rev. Warren and wife on Friday evening of last week. Miss Boone, of Benton Arbor, Mich. is visiting relatives in the city. The Halloween entertainment given by the Wayman club on Friday evening, was quite a success. This club is raising money to assist in the altar furnishings of Bethel A. M. E church. Now is the time to subscribe for The Freeman and receive the benefit of the great Christmas number. A SWELL RECEPTION A SWELL RECEPTION GIVEN BY THE BUFFALO CLUB TO THEIR MANY FRIENDS. THE DERBY CLUB ENTERTAINS! Popular Mask Ball to be Given Monday Night—Several Weddings Consummated in Swelldom-An Appeal to Delinquent Patrons. Cairo, Ill., Special.—The churches all have good sermons and large collections on last Sunday. Miss Maud Ewing was the guest of her sister, Mrs. Martin, in Twelfth street. Mrs. Abe Peoples, of Commercial avenue, is on the sick list. The Ruffalo club gave a swell reception in honor of Henry Brown, on the 29th ult. An enjoyable time was had by those present, Mrs. Lizzie Vinegar, of Paducah, is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Hughes, in Eighteenth street. Mrs. Dixon is ill at her home in Fourteenth street. Misses Mattie Faulks and Flora Howard, of Mound City, were in the city on the 2d. Mrs. Josie Clark, of Fortieth street, made a brief trip to Paducah last week. The Derby club gave a swell affair at their hall on Washington avenue, on last Saturday night. The fair at Clancey's hall last week, was a success in every particular. Everybody is invited to be present at the hall ball next Monday night at the new hall on Poplar street, between Thirteenth and Fourteenth. Ed. Overey is manager. Admission 15 cents. Music will be furnished by Overey's orchestra. The marriage of Henry Christmas to Mrs. Mollie Ruffin, was a grand affair. The best wishes of a host of friends. All visitors to the city are requested to call at the Buffalo club, where they will receive a the Royal street, Mrs. J. Penicks, of Walnut street, was in Villaridge last Sunday. Mrs. Lancaster has returned from a visit to relatives in St. Louis. Miss Allis James visited in Mound City last week. Wm. Miller is convalescent. Miss Della Gardner, of Foulton, and Miss Ida Cooper, of Paris, Tenn., are visiting in the city. Mrs. Anna Holt is ill at her home in Walnut street. Miss Ida May Bedford was painfully hurt last Saturday by falling upon a broken bottle. Alexander Payne was quietly married to Miss Alice Dent, at the residence of the bride's parents on Wednesday evening, the 29th ult. The happy couple left for Jackson, Tenn., to spend a few weeks, after which they will return to their home in this city. Wesley Wilson is ill at his home in Poplar street. Miss Fannie Scott, of Twenty-seventh street, who is considerably brushed by a fall last week, is convalescing. We wish to remind patrons of The Freeman who are behind in their accounts, that the agent desires a settlement at once, as he "needs the money." Mrs. Harrison, of Clarksville, Tenn., is the guest of her sister, Mrs. C. Hunt. Mrs. Hawkins and her two daughters have returned from Jackson, Tenn., after a long visit. Mr. and Mrs. Howard are mourning the death of their infant. Mr. and Mrs. Bowen are the parents of a 12 pound baby boy. Don't forget the Thanksgiving entertainment in this city. Call on Ed. Overby for The Freeman. Corporal Pringle's Death. Ft. Missoula, Mont. Special—One of our comrades, Corp'1 Pringle, of Co., M, 24th U. S. Infantry, was accidently killed on the 27th ult., by a log falling upon him which he was trying to load. Corp'1 Pringle had more than 27 years' service to his credit. He was a veteran of the Indian campaign, of the Spanish-American war and also saw active service in the Philippine Islands. Decased was a manly and courageous gentleman and had the respect of his superior officers and comrades. A number of the young men have organized a literary and debating society, and a brilliant future is predicted for it. We gave our first annual social on the evening of the 30th ult. Progress of Tuskegee Institute. Tuskegee, Ala., Special.—Quite a number of new residences are going up around the school. The general superintendent of industries has moved into a beautiful brick house, which he recently erected. Greater stress is being put upon the study of scientific agriculture this year than ever before. The hospital is being lighted throughout by electricity. CUBE JOURNALISTS AND LITERARY FOLKS. By Charles Alexander. "The Climax, or What Might Have Been," by Charles Felton Pidgin; C. M. Clark Publishing company, Boston, Mass.; 335 pages. Nearly every historian who has had anything to say about Aaron Burr speaks of him as an astute politician, inordinately ambitions, and unscrupulous in his methods—a man who, in order to gain his point, would maliciously defame any man who opposed him. But in this fascinating narrative the author gives this character to Alexander Hamilton, and makes Burr a real hero. Whether this view of the illustrious Hamilton is the result of a deep-rooted prejudice or the result of a true estimate of his worth, we leave the reader to determine. 000 ' Industrial Conciliation,' report of the proceedings of the conference held under the auspices of the National Civic Federation, Deo. 16 and 17, 1901; G P. Putnam's Sons, New York: 300 pages. The conference referred to in this book was the outgrowth of industrial troubles which required the best thoughts of the best minds to adjust. Emphasis was laid upon the importance of arbitration as the best methods of settling industrial disputes. The discussions present every possible phase of argument likely to be employed on either side of the question involved. The book is one of great value. The views which it contains on the subjects of labor and capital and of other economic problems are full and free of bias—the most logical and helpful to be found in any book of like character. 000 "Just So Stories," by Rydyard Kipling; Doubleday, Page & company, New York; 249 pages. These stories are designed for children, but they will serve equally for the entertainment of grown-up people. They are very amusing. The illustrations are especially good. If you would like to know "how the whale got his throat," or "how the camel got his hump," or "how the leopard got his spots," and many other interesting things about animals, you should read these "Just So Stories" —o0o— "The State, Especially the American State," by Benton J. Snider, Lt. D.; Sigma Publishing company, St. Louis, Mo.; 562 pages. This is a book in which the American State is treated psychologically. The author is a voluminous writer, and what he writes is worthy of special attention. In the first part of the book he treats, under the head, "Preliminary Topics," those questions which lead up to a consideration of the Constitution, the chief study of political science. In this treatment of the constitution we have a complete analization of all of the elements which serve to make up the great governing factor in the American State. From the standpoint of rational psychology, we regard this study as a very important one. 000 "The King's Steward's," by Rev. Louis Albert Banks, D. D.; American Tract Society, 150 Nassan street, New York; 315 pages. Dr. Banks has developed a strong and virile style, and with his appropriate story-telling to illustrate a point, he is able to write such sermons as will attract attention as soon as they are brought from the press. The sermons are especially readable. They make it apparent that Christianity is a matter of practical, every day life, and not an impossible conception. —000— Agents wanted for 'One Hundred Distinguished Leaders." Send 10 cents to Charles Alexander, Wilberforce, O, and ree a copy. Facts Worth Knowing If you are troubled with kinky or curley hair use Ozonized Ox Marrow, it will make your hair straight, soft and beautiful. If you are troubled with hair falling out, Ozonized Ox Marrow will stop it. If you have Dandruff and itching in the head, Ozonized Ox Marrow will give you instant relief, and make the hair grow. Ozonized Ox Marrow is a hair food and imparts to the hair that healthy life-like appearance so much devised. Sold over 40 years. Never fails. Warranted harmless. Send us 50 cents and we will ship you a bottle express paid. Address Ozonized Ox Marrow Co., 76 Wabash avenue, Chicago, Ill. Miscellaneous Items. Paris, Tenn., Special.—The entertainment given at Thompson Hall, on the 22d, by Miss Henretta Kindle for the benefit of Quinn Chapel was largely attended and was a success, both socially and financially. Miss Henretta Kindle is deserving of the highest praise for the manner in which she is working in the interest of the A. M. E. church, of which she is a member. Rev. T. E. Cooper of the A. M. E. church left for Waverly, Tenn., on the 5th to attend the annual conference Mrs. L. S. Slangher of Kingston, Tenn., is visiting her parents and relatives. Lewis Whear, who has been on the sick list for several months, is improving slowly. Dr. Wm H. Goodwin is still enjoying a lucrative practice and is making many friends. The colored citizens of Paris feel like they could not do without his valuable service. Tommy Cooper and Walter Wright are both doing a good business at their restaurants. Champion Davis and Charles Jenkins have opened a second-band clothing store and are being liberally patronized Wm. C. Erskine cordially solicits subscribers for The Freeman, the best colored newspaper published A Pretty Home Wedding. Memphis, Tenn., Special — A pretty wedding took place on the 223 alt. at the residence of George Crosby, Sr, the contracting parties being George Cros- by, Jr., and Miss Victoria B. Clovd. H R. Reed is rapidly recovering. Edward Saddler our old Freeman agent, has gone to Vicksburg, Miss, in search of health. the close of the season, while en route home, himself and crew were given a reception at Duluth by Headwaiters Smiley and Dorsey, something novel in the waiter business. Selma, Ala., Special—Mrs J. L Garrett visited relatives in Birmingham during the state fair. Mrs George Vance who has been ill, is much im proved. W. H. Reid, who has lived in Pensacola, Fla., for many years, has returned to his old home in this city for permanent residence Mrs. C. J. Hardy is visiting her father in Franklin street. Mr. Shelly, a fine brick mason, was killed on the 27th by falling from a ladder. Rev. Kingston had a church fun last week. State Baptist Convention. Decatur, Ill., Special—Rev. A. Ward was in Springfield last week attending the State Baptist convention. The session was grand and well attended. Rev. J. F. Thomas, of Chicago was elected president. The executive board of the Wood River Association met in this city on the 29th for important business. Jonathan Rogan is quite ill at his residence in E. Wood street. Misses Lena and Josie Nickens are also quite sick at their home in E. Condit street. The Masonic lodge celebrated its 30th anniversary at Silver Leaf club hall on the 38th alt. "Two Hearts that Beat as One." Wagoner, I. T., Special.—A brilliant and charming reception was given in honor of the marriage of Wm Roberson to Miss Idyll Swift, at the home of the bride's mother, Mrs Lucy Swift. The groom is one of the progressive young men of Muscogee, and the bride is one of Wagoner's favorite belles. A goodly number of friends of the bride and groom gathered in honor of the occasion. Many fine and valuable presents were in evidence. An elegant luncheon was served and a delightful evening was spent by those present. Mr. and Mrs. Roberson are now at home to their friends in Muscogee. MR. J. D MR. J. D. HOWARD. The above is a chalk plate outline of the features of Mr. J. D Howard, travelling representative and staff correspondent of The Freeman. Mr. Howard is one of the best hustlers in the country, and is in a field occupied almost exclusively by himself. He works in the larger cities, sometimes doing as much in a financial way in one day as some THE WAITER.... ```markdown ``` Milwaukee, Wis. Nov 1, 1902 Mr. J. J. Miles of Milwaukee has received an appointment as agent of the Washington Life Insurance Company of New York for the city and county of Milwaukee, on the double endowment plan. Mr. Miles took out a policy with said company twenty years ago on this same plan, and now enjoys a neat compensation, together with the conference of the aforesaid honor, both showing that frugality in habits and attentiveness to business means all and all. To the Members of the Head and Second Waiters' Association. Dear Brethren—I sincerely regret to be informed that my letter to the organization failed to reach the president, hence I absolutely feel that I owe the body an explanation, which will inform all observers that I am not remote from the association, and that my love and regards of sincerity for the organization is infinitively, and that I deeply regret that my letter of recommendation failed to reach them, which may later be inserted in these columns. It is gratifying to me to be apprised of the multitude that assembled in Washington. W E. TUCKER- Charles Saunders of St. Paul, the well-known colored caterer who opened the Hotel Iroquils at Soo St Marie to colored waiters, left on the 22d for Soo St. Marie with twenty-two picked men to have charge of three banquets and two receptions. The Water Power Company of that city entertained the citizens for five days in return for their co-operation in supporting their franchise. There were grand times in Soo St. Marie between October 22 and 28. About seventy-five colored waiters from Detroit, Mich., supplied the other hotels while Mr. Saunder's crew took charge of receptions and banquets at the Iroquios. He was headwaiter during the summer season just past, and was immediately recalled on this occasion. At --- Terse, Timely Topics. A Tribute of Worth. Special to The Freqman. From St. Paul, Minn. the close of the season, while en route home, himself and crew were given a reception at Duluth by Headwalters Smiley and Dorsey, something novel in the waiter business. Returned from Convention. Returned from Convention. Mr. Editor—Kindly permit me to say through the columns of your valuable paper that I have just returned from the convention of the Headwalters Association, which was held in Washington, D. C., and I am pleased to say that we had a very good meeting; in fact it was the most profitable and enthusiastic convention that we have ever had. Four very able papers were read as follows: "Why should we organize?" by Frank P. Thompson of New York; "Headwaiting from a European standpoint," by E T. Montgomery of California; "An appeal to the headwalters to be loyal to their profession and also to their side men," by H. Pettigrew of Pennsylvania; "History and achievements of the association," by E C. Holland of Zanesville, Ohio. The convention was very largely attended, especially from the East. The following officers were elected for the ensuing year: President—Frank P. Thompson of New York Vice-President—E. W. Harper of New York. Treasurer—W. B. Keyes of New York. Secretary—E C Holland, Ohio. E. C. HOLLAND, Secretary. Headwaiter W. E. Tucker of the Albion hotel. Augusta, Ga., recently tendered his resignation rather than to comply with certain disciplines of the establishment, hence he was succeeded by Mr. C. Davie of that city, who is a man well qualified for the position and familiar to the fraternity. Mr. Tucker passed a day in giving the novice practical pointers pertaining to his new attitude. Mr. Tucker's abandonment was much regretted by many of the establishment, especially the waiters. J W. Harrel, a waiter, volunteered and offered the following suggestion to the body: "We, as waiters of the Albion, should show our ex-halta waiter common affa- HOWARD. representatives of other weekly papers do in a week. He has met with signal success in New Orleans, Louisville, Columbus, Chicago, Cinchnatt, Dayton, Toledo, Terre Hante and St. Louis. Mr. Howard is also a man of literary note, having written several pretentious novels, and is of easy approach, possessing all the qualities of a gentleman to the manner born. bility and infinite appreciation for equity discipline to us all from the opening day to his recent departure by donating him a ticket to Atlanta, Ga., his pre-designated point." This motion was seconded and carried unanimously. The proprietor furnished Mr. Tucker with a creditable recommendation bearing upon his dining room faculty, his sorbety and integrity. Mr. Tucker has nothing in view as yet. He can be addressed at 1137 Reynolds street, Augusta, Ga. W. Alonzo Locke, headwaiter at the Halliday house, Cairo, Ill., is one of the few young men whose personality pushes them to the front. When Mr. Locke first attended the Headwaiters' Association in Chicago he had no dream of ever becoming president of that association, and yet in less than two years we find him duly installed in that position, and having served his fellow craftsmen well, he retired from the office with great honor and beloved by all. Why can't colored waiters support books and publications of the profession like white waiters? Nearly every white cook and steward subscribes for the "Chef-Steward," and nearly every baker subscribes for the "Bakers' Guide," and they all read and buy books galore. Are we truly up-to-date when we sit supinely by with an air of indifference and will not inform ourselves on the latest discoveries in our profession? E. C. Holland, headwaiter at the Clarendon hotel, Zanesville, O., who was re-elected secretary of the Headwaiters' Association, is another young headwaiter that is rapidly coming to the front, and we believe him to be destined to be the president of the association. H. P. Sims of New Orleans, La., is again at the Hot Sulphur Wells hotel. Mr Sims spent the summer at Minneapolis Beach. Minn., where he was headwaiter the last part of the season at the St. Louis house. It will be gratifying to the many friends of E T. Montgomery to learn that he will soon be in harness again after several months illness. --- CHARLES SAUNDERS --- Would Have Killed Our Son. Dr. Miles' Anti-Pain Pills Saved Him. "We began to use Dr. Miles' Nerve and Liver Pills six years ago. My wife had liver trouble and a neighbor gave her some of her pills to try, after which we bought a bottle of them and we used them until tured. Since then I have used them and I must say that I have never used any pills that gave me the satisfaction these have. We also use Dr. Miles' Anti-Pain Pills with greatest satisfaction. Three years ago our son Harry had inflammatory rheumatism. He had suffered so much that I believe if we had not given him Dr. Miles' Anti-Pain Pills which relieved him almost instantly he would have died. I am always glad of the opportunity for praising Dr. Miles' Remedies." — James Evertt, Alton, Ills. "I was afflicted with neuralgia for years and never found any permanent relief till I began using Dr. Miles' Anti-Pain Pills. They are a sure cure for headache and neuralgic pains. Only this morning I recommended them to a friend with a severe headache and in a half hour he came into the store smiling. The headache was gone. We use them in the family and find them excellent for the women folks. This high attitude makes them a great Grandma says I should tell Dr. Miles she could have it were not it for the Anti-Pain Pills that she takes occasionally."—L. B. Morris, Helena, Montana. All druggists sell and guarantee first bottle Dr. Miles' Remedies. Send for free book on Nervous and Heart Diseases. Address Dr. Miles Medical Co., Elkhart, Ind. The waiter that never takes interest enough to look over his silverware, castors, salt and peppers, etc., and have his table in presentable shape when a guest is seated at his table is unfit to fill a waiter's position. E. T. Montgomery of Los Angeles, Cal., sent a very interesting paper to be read before the convention of headwriters. It will be remembered that Mr. Montgomery read the best paper at the Buffalo convention. James Offer, the affable second waiter at the Weddell house, Cleveland, Ohio, has returned to his post of duty after a pleasant trip to Baltimore, Md., and other eastern cities. Chef A. Martin of the Halliday house, Cairo, Ill., is conceded to be one of the best cooks of our race Mr Martin enjoys the trust and confidence of his employer, who he has worked for lo these many years. What become of that Sidewalters' convention that was to have been held in Chicago last September? Brother Washington and other promoters must have been a dreaming. A. W. Staten, the well-known waiter of Hyde Park, Chicago, was much in evidence during the campaign. We would like to see Mr Staten given a seat at the republican "pie" counter. H Pettigrew, headwaiter at the Monongahela house, Pittsburg, Pa., read a good paper at the Headwaiters' convention, and, of course, all the boys gave him "de clause." It is rumored that George W. Moore, second waiter at the Del Prado hotel, Chicago, will succeed W F Cozart at the Hot Sulphur Wells hotel, San Antonio, Tex. N. H. Smiley, headwaiter at the West Superior hotel, West Superior, Wis., attended the Headwaiters' convention at Washington, D C. Charles C. Lewis, one of the old veteran headwaiters of Chicago, is now headwaiter at the Louisville hotel, Louisville, Ky. W. B. Keyes, headwaiter at the Genesee hotel, Buffalo, N Y., was re-elected treasurer of the Headwaiters' Association. Sylvester Steele, headwaiter at the Baltimore hotel, Kansas City, Mo., is the sage of headwaiters in that city. W. F. Cozart writes that he has resigned his position at the Hot Sulphur Wells hotel, San Antonio, Tex. W. E. Tucker has resigned the head-waiter's position at the Albion hotel, Augusta, Ga. Goin's "American Colored Waiter" is "goin'" like hot cakes. Nuggets New and Novel. Meridian, Miss, Special—Mr. and Mrs W. L. Hibbler attended the street fair in Jackson, Tenn., on the 27th ult. R. H. Alston, of Gulf Port, visited his family in this city last week. There are several persons on the sick list. Rev. Jones has been conducting a revival at the First Congregational church the past week. J. W. Smith and Rev N. W. Wallace attended the meeting of the Enterprise Association at State Line on the 26th ult. Prof. J. L. Winston has been ill far some weeks. Attending Annual Conference. Hot Springs, Ark., Special—Rev. M. F. Fulford left last week for Vicksburg, Miss. Dr. P W. Walls, D. D. pastor Visitors' Chapel A. M. E. church, left this week for annual conference, which convened in Magnolia. Ark., on the 5th inst., Bishop Tyree, presiding Mrs Charles Sanders has returned home after spending several weeks in Nashville and other points visiting relatives. Mrs. Charles Mitchel left the city recently to visit relatives in Lonoke. The only place to buy Shoes is at a Shoe noe Sto e Store Shoe Store We give you the largest assortment and lowest prices. Only Retail Store in Indiana giving you a colored salesman, Oscar Hightower, No.19. Geo. J. eo. J. Maro eo. J. Marott, 26 and 28 E. 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A., Lads and Gentlemen: If I find impossible for me to recall, at this time, any incident in my life to which I have looked forward to with a greater degree of pleasure than I have to the annual gathering of this association. It was my good fortune to have been one of those who assisted in its coming into the world. I was present at its christening, and I have watched its growth and progress with all the anxiety and solicitude of a fond and loving parent. In the few years of its existence it has been my duty and pleasure to contribute toward it my time, money and such influence as I possessed in the furtherance of its purposes along all right directions, and in looking over this audience of truly representative men, assembled here for the betterment of their profession from various parts of the country, I can assure you, Mr. President and gentleman, that I have already begun to remy the reward. It is a satisfaction to me to notice that the attention and interest of the leading men in our profession has been aroused and drawn to the work we are trying to do without the noise of drums or the cash of cymbals. One of our familiar poets has uttered this sentiment in verse: "Heaven isn't gained by a single bound, But we build the ladder by which we rise From the lowly earth to the vaunting skies, And we mount its summit round by round." In the efforts to establish this associa- [Image of a man with curly hair, wearing a dark shirt with decorative buttons.] BUSINESS MEDIUM. MIS. MARTH, the world renowned and highly celebrated business and seat MEDIUM retreats everything. No imposition. Can be held in a room or a marriage a speciality. Every mystery revealed, also of absent, deceased and living beings. Removes all troubles and estrangement. Can increase her in her startling revelation of present and future event in one's life. 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Hours from home, 2 p.m. All letters must con- tain staple for delivery. 546 W. 81st St., New York City THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER tion, Mr President and gentlemen, in my opinion by gaining the confidence and arousing the attention and interest of men in our profession to the extent that we have done, is equivalent to several rounds in the ladder we must build. Nothing human ever reaches perfection. The life we live is one of constant progress from the cradle to the grave and what caused a sensation yesterday is common place to-day, and by to-morrow it becomes an old old H. PETT H. PETTIGREW Headwaiter Monongahela House, Pittsburg, Pa story. Appreciating this fact, and with a sincere desire to keep our association fully abreast with the conditions it must constantly confront, in order that it may rightly perform the purpose of its organization, it becomes our bounded duty, Mr. Chairman and gentlemen, to see to it that the transaction, which may from time to time engage our attention, should be free from all taint of factional feeling, and should receive none but our best consideration. Harper is a hard word more to advance the any other headwaiter in Harper is headwaiter house, Brooklyn, N. Y. Mike Wells 306-310 Indiana Avenue There is said to be a hidden motive behind every human action, and whether the impulse be one of love or hate, back of it all towers the individual, the man himself. I confess to you, gentlemen, that my love for the association, and my desire to see it succeed, is based on pure, unadulterated selfishness. No one man alone and single handed can cope with existing conditions and change them for the better. We may agitate, may assist, but there must be others like him to push on the work if success is ever achieved. Self preservation is nature's first law, and just in proportion as the men in our profession can be made to see and appreciate the fact that their own safety lies not in isolation from, but in common with their fellows, shall this association expand and become a factor for good among our people. Had the idea of an organization like this obtained a foothold among the head and second waiters in this country ten, twenty or thirty years ago by this time it would have become so well established that nothing could muck it. If men of capital, men of learning and experience, find it to their advantage to unite their forces in order to win success, surely the colored head and second waiters of this country can learn a lesson from them, and, by combining, add much strength to their position in the country. What has already been accomplished by the association is a source of daily inspiration to me. Compared with the former free-for-all, go-as you-please methods it makes all the years of the past appear like a period of chaos, out of which order is only now being restored. No man lives for himself. He may think he does and pursue his course he dreadlessly, recklessly and without regard to its effect on his fellow men, but when the critical moment comes in his career, as come it to the very best of men, if he is out of elbow touch with those who by reason of their position or reputation would be obligated to assist him, it remains only a question of time when the end of that man's career will be reached. Safety lies in numbers, especially if a oneness of purpose pervaded the minds of those comprising it. Let us build, not for a day, but for all time. Let us model our plans, hopes and aspirations as far as they have reference to this association, after the best examples to be bound by protective and frate na societies, and then having made the foundation secure, the superstructure which we may erect on it will never crumble to the base. There is a great and crying need of such an organization as this. Its performance is essential to our well being. It has already accomplished good work, and before it lies a fallow field in which much more can be done. Every auxiliary established makes one more link in the chain, which, it is my hope, may some not far distant day girdle the whole country. I thank you, gentlemen, for the attention you have given me. The Head and Second Waiters' Association no doubt made a wise selection when it selected Frank P. Thompson as president. 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If so, in a few years the Head and Second Waiters' Association will be so strongly cemented that its influence will be felt everywhere. All eyes are now on Frank P. Thompson, our new president. E W. Harper, the efficient vice-president of the Headwaiters' Association, should feel himself highly complimented on being-elected vice again. Mr. Harper is a hard worker and has done more to advance the association than any other headwaiter in the East. Mr Harper is headwaiter at the Mansion house, Brooklyn, N. Y. 306-310 Indiana Avenue, Indianapolis, Indiana. Fine Wines, Liquors and Cigars. Pool and Billiard Parlor In Annex. FIRST CLASS SERVICE. MIKE WELLS, Proprietor. Old Phone 682 Green. Billiard Tables Bank and Office Fixtures, Cor. John and Carlisle Ave. Bet. 5th & 6th Sts. CINCINNATI, O. Telephone West 84. Write for Catalogue. an's This is the title of very valuable and highly pop ular Book for men. 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THE ELECTION The election is over, and at this writing it appears that the American voters are conscious of the prosperity that now exists and voted accordingly, taking no chances on new chisms and political fads. The bread and butter question was uppermost in their minds as it should be, for after all the greatest struggle of life is to keep in motion an endless chain of those more vital necessities of life. The ghost of '93 will not down, and it stands to day the political scare crow to frighten men—a reminder of those grim, gaunt and hungry days. The election in Indiana is a happy testimonial of the fact that the voters are willing to let well enough alone, and also a splendid verdict for the Republican managers who saw to it, that the people should at least know of the prosperous times now enjoyed. The ticket in Marion county is elected throughout, which is an evidence of good political management. Those composing it were a clean set of able men who, judging by the past, will reflect credit on the party and the general community. The attempt to bring out the vote without "influence" was salutary. A few votes may have been lost by such "orthodox" methods, but it will do good for the future. The colored voters need not be ashamed of the part they played. They forgot their own inconveniences in support of the ticket—voting to continue the period of prosperity. REV. W. L. TAYLOR, TRUE REFORMER, IN INDIANAPOLIS. According to program Rev. W. L. Taylor, chief executive of the True Reformers, and the president of the first Nsgro bank in America, arrived in this city last Wednesday accompanied by his wife and secretary. He appeared at Bethel A. M E. church, where he addressed a large audience, and later at the Bethel Baptist church, where he was greeted by the members of the fraternity and the people in general. At the Bethel Baptist church meeting Rev. J. T. Carpenter of St Louis, Mo., Deputy General of the Western Division, had charge. He said that he was pleased to be present and that they came to present something not hid in the corner, but to present an acknowledged business of the country, an affair that has more objects than assisting the sick and burying the dead. It is a work of financial, commercial importance, representing wealth and ability. Wm. Washington Brown of Richmond, Va., started the order twenty-two years ago, who insisted that the money spent for drink, tobacco, etc., could be used, much less of it, in building homes, banks, business institutions for the employment of the men and women of the race. Mr. Carpenter said that Mr. Brown toiled night and day in the city, in the country, until he, by his indomitable will, succeeded in giving the Negroes their biggest and best institution. The "knowing" one said he was a fool, but he succeeded as no one else has. He built no air castles, as was said of him, but from a beginning of four lodges of one hundred members and $150 the institution now has sixty thousand members; it has paid in the laps of widows and children $800,000 and has done a business of over $8,000,000 in the last fourteen years. Rev. Carpenter introduced R. J. Kyles, private secretary of Grand Master Taylor. Mr. Kyles said it pleased him to gaze into the face of the band of True Reformers before him. As a product of the Rosebud division of the True Reformers Mr. Kyles confaed his remarks to it. He said that the second branch of the order was known as the Rosebuds, which included those from three to fourteen years. It has reference to the children. Solomon says train up a child in the way it should go and when 'tis old it will not depart from it. We train them up by telling them THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. what to do, and they do. He said the Catholic church was successful owing to the fact that it instills its principles in the young; they care nothing about those of advanced age; we seek to do the same. Our people have not been trained, especially in a business sense. And if there was no other good to be derived other than training we would still be doing the race an invaluable service. We teach the children to look up; erecting our ideals and not those of the whites. We point to President Taylor of our bank, showing that it is not impossible for some other black boy to reach the same plane. Mr. Kyles admonished the parents to put the children in the order for the training as well as for the benefits derived. In closing the speaker said we cannot be respected until able to compete with the white man. Lay aside narrowness and build up the race. Rev. Carpenter introduced Rev. W. L. Taylor, the Grand Worthy Master of the True Reformers, who, after expressing himself as well pleased at the demonstration in his favor and the kindly greeting, said that it gave him pleasure to speak of the progress of the race's most representative business. Conceived in the brains of men years ago and amid opposition, it has grown until it spreads over twenty-six States and Territories. He then spoke of the name and the objects, dwelling for some time on their importance. Continuing, he said, "I bring to you to-night a Negro organization and to lay before you in the simplest terms the best ever offered our people; no better opportunity than to day to be of it. Our magnificent order was chartered under the laws of Virginia in 1883 as a fraternal benevolent organization. It is united in brotherhood and finance; it includes Baptists, Methodists, excluding no denomination whatever. Other organizations of similar character are also of one brotherhood, but they are not united in finance." Rev Taylor illustrated the point by showing the difference between a member of a prosperous lodge and a member of a struggling lodge of few members. In the True Reformers all are on equal footing for they are united in finance. Says he, "in the church it is not that way; the members of other churches of the same persuasion may sing, pray or commune with you, but each church must care for its debts, rich or poor. We are united in finance; the burdens of one are the burdens of all." Under the illustration of "a steady rain beats a sudden pour" he showed that the perennial or everlasting blessings of the order was not so great as some others for the one time or for the few times, but that the True Reformers had the tenacious faculty of continuous giving which was better than large but sudden and short lived benevolence. Rev. Taylor then went into the table of rates and benefits (see True Reformer's advertisement in The Freeman on another page) proving conclusively that that the benefits derived from the order was larger than from white insurance companies and the cost for policy considerably less. In speaking of the children he insisted that they be put in the order because they would make less trouble. "Iole minda," says he, "are the devil's workshop. In the insurance companies the colored child gets no business training; they may help to build buildings by contributing their mites, but the credit goes to the white man. Put your child into the Rosebud that it may receive a training and learn to save money." "The savings bank was chartered March 2, 1888; pays 4 per cent. interest; declares dividend of 20 per cent. per annum. It stemmed the panic in 1898; did business when every other bank of Richmond refused to cash a check." The order has a great hall in Richmond and a hotel that is first class in all respects. It has a number of stores, business places and blocks scattered throughout the Union. It has five farms. It has a weekly journal, the "True Reformer," of 12,000 circulation, the printing department being one of the most complete in Richmond, and is prepared to do first class work. They have recently purchased a flat bed steel printing press, the first one south of Mason & Dixon's line. Rev. Taylor spoke with commendable pride of the beautiful building that is now under process of erection at Washington, D. C., which will cost $100 000. The work from that of the architect down will be performed by colored men. In the home office of the True Reformers at Richmond there are employed 124 employees under the direction of chiefs of departments, who, in turn, are responsible to one head. In order that the public get some glimpse of the magnitude of the business done at the general office the following report of a week's receipts, which was forwarded to Rev. Taylor, was read: the embankment of flowers. As the deep tones of Father Subilean, saying the last prayers for the dead, died away and the congregation turned from the spot, they felt that in the death of the old sacristian something had, indeed, gone from the life of St. Augustine's parish. It was a loss that reached into every heart. In his passing there was severed forever one of the last links that bound the old quarters to the sweet romantic past." The "Knocker" is a little weekly publication by the colored soldier boys of Fort Harrison, Montana. W. Bruce Williams, formerly of this city, is one of them, he has been to the Philippines, and has been promoted to the position of sergent-major of the 24th Infantry. We are under obligation to Mr. Williams for copies of the unique publication, who says concerning it, "while somewhat sensational, nevertheless it furnishes amusement, its principal object. J. T. H. is the supreme knocker. Among his associates is a Miss R. P. M. Rev. D. A Graham, the well-known ex-pastor of Bethel A. M. E. church, now stationed at New Orleans, La., has been chosen as the president of a board of directors for a new industrial school movement of the State of Louisiana. It will be in the main agricultural. It was founded by Mrs. Frances A. Joseph, who is devoting her time to the institution. Its advisory board includes the Mayor of New Orleans, the city attorney, district attorney, also Booker T. Washington and Miss Emma Trusch of New York. The thirty-fifth annual conference of the African Methodist Episcopal church of California and Oregon convened at the First Methodist Episcopal Zion church of Los Angeles, last week, Bishop George W. Clinton presiding. The event is considered of very much importance owing to the presence of such a distinguished divine as Bishop Clinton, a man held in the highest esteem by the Californians, which is no departure from the estimation of him generally. Night school has opened for the term beginning last Monday night. It is hoped that those who find it inconvenient to attend day school will avail themselves of the opportunity, also those beyond regular school age who are anxious to learn. The McCoy school and school No.23 are open to colored people. M Individuals..... Societies..... Loans..... Clubs..... Richmond Division..... Exchange..... Interest..... Individuals.....8,620 $0 Societies.....1,144 $8 Loans.....388 $0 Clubs.....213 $75 Richmond Division.....1 $35 Exchange.....20 Interest.....5 $35 Rev. Taylor closed with appropriate remarks followed by Rev. N. Seymour, pastor of the church, after which all present retired to the rear room of the church, where the distinguished guests and congregation enjoyed a repast prepared by the local lodges, all without LOUIS COLIN NICHOLAS. Louis Colin Nicholas, the veteran sacristan of St. Augustine's church of New Orleans, is dead. This remarkable old colored man was a Catholic, holding the position of sexton, but who for plions deeds and general worth won favor among the church dignitaries one of whom took him to Rome and gained audience for him with the then reigning Pope. Pius IX. On being asked the title of his position by the Pope, Colin said that he did not know; he was simply the sexton. "No," said Pius IX, "you shall have a name for your office. I have heard how you tread the altars and sanctuary, and how clean and beautiful you keep the church. Henceforth you shall be known as the "Sacristan of St. Augustine's." And the Pope told this to Mgr Rousseelon. Colin was very proud of his title; he clung to it. He said that the Pope had conferred it on him, and he was always afterward known as "Le Sacristain". Pius IX gave him other marks of favor. One of these, a beautiful ostensorium-shaped gilded bronze relic case, containing many relics of saints and martyrs, was presented with a blessing for him and his family unto the fourth generation. This beautiful souvenir hangs over the mantel in the bedroom of the old sacristan. The funeral ceremonies were beautiful and impressing. "A remarkable sight was presented. In the long line of carriages rode the relatives and the people of his race, lifelong friends of Colin, and following on foot, for many squares, walked the white congregation of St Augustine's, ladies and gentlemen from the highest ranks of life, bearing flowers to place upon his bier. In the cortege was the venerable Sister Anne, past 80, who walked for some squares with the Superloreess of her order. 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Beatrice Carter, Miss Nancy Brister, Miss Ida Brister, Miss Grace Dixon, Mrs. Carrie France, Belle Fernando, Jas F Harris, Eliza Harris, May Harris, Mrs. M. C. Hall, Mrs. Georgia Henry, Miss. Marion Knildle, Flora Kinney, Miss Bessie I Larkins, Mrs. Ida Russell, Gerrunde Smith, Miss Hattie Upton, Mrs. J McCarver, Alberta Vaughner, Mrs Grace Wise, Mrs. James GENTLEMEN 8 LIST Anderson, Ed. L. Barnett, Billy Bannett, Briggs Bottiek, W. G. Barnes, Jerry Brewes, Jerry Brewes, Sherman Brown, michard Baton, S. E Carters, Ethel-John Craig, Craig Billy, Billy Cattleton and Petitt Cisel & Mines Chatman, C. Christian Christian Danon, Danon Franklin, Miss Cora Greene Ch. H. George, J. E. Christian Goodall, Harvey Goode, W. H. Harris, W. Geo C Harris, M. E. Heater, Edward Harris, Redford Engles, Ed Hamphreys, Will Harris, A. R. Harris, E. C Borace, George Jackson Billie Johnson, Wim Johnson, John Johnson, Bud Johnson, C J. King, Engene Kitchie, N. T. Kemp, Bobby Kennedy, A. O. Lake, J. McIntosh Tom Moppin, Pearl Morton, Clara Osmond, C. P. Palmer, Dan Pearl, B. F. Perkins, U. Perrin, Syney Price, J. W. Preston, Wim. Rice, Edie Robinson, Erb Robinson, Buddie Rolland, Rufus Simmons, J. W Scoot, S. E Stevens Augustus Steward, Wm. Silver, William Sheman, James E. The Fosters Thomas, Ed. S. Thomas Dick Toulouse, Van Van Slack, Henry VerVal, Chancey Wright, L. J. L. Walker, Frank Wilson, Lewis Wilson, Matthew Williams, C H Watts, J A -ROUTE- BLACK PATTI THOURAUDOURS. (Voeckel & Nolan) Owenbiss Park, Ky. Nov. 8; Evansville Ind. 9; Vincentus, 10; Paris, Ill. 11; Terre Haute, Ind. Villeneuve, Ill. 13; Champaign, 14; Decatur, 15. "AHONOLLEL COOS" McCarver, Reed & McCarver, sole owners and managers.)—Werton, 10; Werton, 10; Werton, 10; Juniorsburg, 11; Centralia, 12; Highbee, 12; Fasette 11; Moberly 15. A RABBET'S Foot COMMUNY Co.-Closed, Tampa, Fla. Nov. 9. OLD PLASTATION MINSTRELLS (Southern Carnival Company)—El Paso, Texas, week of Nov. 10. BURCHES & PRINGLE'S *FAMOUS GEORGIA* T. J. Culligan, Mgr.—Butter Mio. 11; Nevada. 12; Pleasant Hill. 13; Warrenburg 14; Sedalia 15. P. G. LOWERY'S *CONCERT BAND* (4 Paw Wells Bro., Circus, Kusciokus, Miss. Nov. 10; Greenwood 11; Greenville. 12; Vicksburg 13; Greenbush 14; Baton Rouge, La. 17; New Orleans. 17-19. BOAN & McClain's "SMART SET"—New York City, Oct. 20 to Nov. 8. W. A. MAHARA, MINSTRELL, (Western-Frank Maharra Mgr.)—Booneville 10; Moberly 11; Macon 12; Hanibaius 13; Canton 14; Kirkley 15. BIG MINSTRELL FESTIVAL, (Rusco & Holland, Maharra Tex., Nov. 7; Henderson 8; Longview 10; Jefferson 11; Pittsburgh 12; Sulphur Springs 13; Mckinney 14. WILLIAMS & WALKER's "In DAHOMOY" Co., Pittsburgh. Nov. 3-9. Cleveland O. 10-17. THE HOTTEST COON IN DIXIE—Denver Col. Nov. 3-19. Cripple Creek. Pueblo. 11; Cannon City. 12; Leadville 14. Dan Avery reports they are more than making good. No more at press. 英语 Dudley and Kelley send regards to the Donglass Club and friends in New York. 🌿 🌿 S. H. Dudley, the lone star comedian, sends regards to Desdunes and Harris and P. G. Lowery. --- J. Ed Green, "Bronze" sends regards to "chink" "Strauss" J. Harry Blue, "Gronch" "Cudde" and "Seoel." 象 象 The Prampius have closed with the "A Honolulu Coon" company and are now at 2734 Armour, Ave. Chicago, Ill. --- Mune, Sissieretta Jones,'Black Patti' rendition of "The Belle of New York" with chorus is an encore producer nightly. ```markdown ``` Geo Hamilton, principal comedian of Mahara's Minstrel, has closed with them and is now open for engagement. Regards to Cook and James. --- Mkisslack and Jones spent four happy hours at their home in Chattanooga, Teen. They met a host of friends including the Black Patti company. --- Billy Miller, principal commedian with the 'Hottest Coon in Dixie' company mourns the loss of his mother who died on the 80th ult. at Pittsburg, Pa. Frank Clermont, creole cornettist, now with the Richards & Pringle's Georgia Minstrels, desires to make known to his many friends that sketch teams and single acts suitable for vaude ville and park shows, would do well to THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER write to him early. Write as per route or address to 129 W. 27th street, New York City. Regards to Harry Pramplin Geo. Bailey, J. B. Tucker and the "Greasy front." --- Walter Robinson, New York's sweetest tenor, is with the Avery & Hart's big company. He sends regards to all his Cincinnati friends, also Al. Henderson. 串 承 绵 The Washingtons-Dan. E. and Minnie are filling a two week's engagement at the Huber's Theatre, with much success. He is arranging a new act. Regards to friends. ```markdown ``` Sol. Tibbs, singing comedian, is singing with success a funny original parody on "Goo-Goo Eyes." It deals with Booker T. Washington's reception by President Roosevelt. Tom Golden's Minstrel and Vaudeville company. under the management of Kirk Bane, have closed a successful season with great success, at Savannah Ga., having showed to over 200,000 people this season. They will re-open on Easter Sunday. --- Tom Golden, proprietor of the Workingmen's Palace and Lincoln Park, Savannah Ga., reports tremendous success during the summer season, having entertained thousands daily, and maintaining the best of order. The park is now open for the winter season. ```markdown ``` Bobby Kemp's Whangoodole Comedy Four, are winning laurels singing, "That's the Way to Spell Chicken," being the only ones to produce it South. Get it, its a winner. It was originally written by Sydney Perrin for "Coon's Paradise" a coon operatic farce by J. Ed. Green and Sydney Perrin. --- Messrs Helms, Tutt and Washington of the Slayton Jubilee singers were pleasant Freeman callers last week. The company is composed as follows: Miss Salle M Jones, pianist; Mrs. E P. Helms, 1st soprano; Mrs. L E. Turner, contralto; Mrs A L. Tutt, soprano Lester Helms, 2nd tenor; J W. Turner, basso; A. L. Tutt, baritone; N. T. Washington, 1st tenor. --- Mr. Edward E. Kockrill, business manager of "The Lighthouse Robbery" company was a very elaborate entertainer of our chief advertising agent, J. D Howard during his recent sojourn in Chicago, for which the Freeman management herewith extends many thanks. Mr. Kockrill's show is one of the big melodramatic successes of the season. It is possible he will put out a colored show next season. --- Jno W. Dennis writes from the Domino Theatre, Tampa Fla.: "Our show last week was a record breaker. The cast was the strongest ever appearing before a Fernandina audience. The show consisted of a three act drama in six scenes and was very creditably given. Would like to hear from good people at any time. Jno W. Dennis stage manager: John Smith, manager. --- Notes from the Old Plantation Minstrels enroute with the Southern Carnival company (Nat Reese sole proprietor) — Everything is running smoothly and everybody is well. Our manager, W. Tate is all smiles, as our show is the top money making show of the carnival. He spares nothing to make the show the best. Chas Holman sends regards to Bud Bostwick. The Henderson send regards to all friends. This is our last week in Kansas. We then go into New Mexico, Texas, Arizona and California. Punch Jones sends regards to Billy Earthquake and all friends. --- Notes of the "A Honolulu Coon" company — "The above company is no longer under the management of Shayne, Roberts & Gillen but is solely owned and managed by McCarver, Reed and McCarver. The Prampins have closed. We now have new suits, and also new additions for our band which is now under the leadership of Prof. Dorsey. Our car has been newly painted. We are now in Illinois with Missouri to follow. Lillian Garay sends regards to the Black latti company. Billy McCarver sends regards to Herbert LaShae. The weather keeps clear and you, no doubt, have seen the seven stars, but the three stars. McCarver, Reed and McCarver still hold their own and send regards to McKissick and Jones. --- Notes from the Famous Georgia Minstrels: "We are yet in Kansas doing a good business playing to it a capacity of the houses nightly. The weather is fine and our people are in good health. Emmitt K Mason closed with us in Columbus Kan, Nov 1 Mr. Mason has been with us several seasons and we regret very much to have him leave us He carries with him the best wishes of the entire company. Mr Charles R Parker, joined us in Fort Scott Kan, as trombone and Saxophone player and is proving a valuable addition to the company. Several of the company spent Sunday, Nov 2 in Joulin, Mo, and were well entertained We all are yet well wishers of Geo. A. Sawan, R. L. Wilson an Henry Grayes We hope they get The Freeman regularly. ... Notes from P. G. Lowery's Concert Band and Vandeville:—We were in Savannah and met our old friend, Tom Logan and Wm Bradley Prof Lowery went down to see them that night and was royally entertained. At Jackson- ville, Fla, we met W. A. Smith, manager of the Exchange Garden Theatre, Buddie Glenn, Bob Russell, Pearl Woods and Pauline Cottrell and Jno.W. Dennis. Our band is still holding its own and our vaudeville is still keeping them screaming daily. One of our ladies has been sick for a couple of days. Mr. Lowery has been on the slick list but is improving. Prentis Oliver leaves them screaming. Rawles, of the band, sends regards to his Cinchinati friends. W. C. Sweatnam would like to hear from H. St. Clair and sends regards to K. C. folks. Al Edwards sends regards to all friends and would like to hear from B. P. Kenneth and Jack Watkins. Prentis Oliver sends regards to Harry Fidler and Chas. Williams C. B Foster sends regards to all friends. The following is an excerpt from the Rochester, N. Y. Herald, of October 21,—"Cole and Johnson came next, billed as America's greatest colored entertainers. They had no difficulty in establishing their claim to the superlative degree of excellence. Mr. Johnson played a piano solo well indeed—brilliantly in fact. It sounded like Godard's 'Second Mazurka.' Then he sang a German lied—'Still Wie Die Nacht'—which may have been Bohm's followed by Nevin's "Rosary." Then Mr Cole interposed and insisted on a little ragtime. So they gave selections from a repertoire of their own songs, Mr. Cole singing them and Mr. Johnson playing the accompaniment's and sometimes joining in with a vocal echo. They gave: 'Mandy, Won't You Let Me Be Your Bean?' 'There's No Use in Askin', Cause You Know the Reason Why.' 'My Castle on the Nile,' 'Tell Me Dusky Malden,' an irresistible travesty on the 'Florodoras' sexette and 'Must a' Been Dreaming', the last named including a clever imitation of Dan Daly by Mr. Cole. No such ragtime was ever heard in Rochester. If the coon song is to endure, let it be done by such artists as Cole and Johnson. They have reduced ragtime to an art and they are its interpreters par excellence." ... Notes from A. G. Allen's Minstrels—"Everybody is well and we are still in the land of sugar cane doing our usual amount of business. Truth is stranger than fiction" but it is an undisputed fact that people are leaving our mammoth canvass theatre grumbling every night because we can only seat 3000 people. Sorry we can't accommodate 4000 instead. Mr. Geo Quine, manager has just returned from New York with a new lot of wardrobe and now our "firstpart" is one flashing, dazzling mass of gorgeously arrayed humanity. All bands following him had better "come clean" as we are something "tight." Aword to the wise, etc. Mrs. Jas. Wise sends best regards to T. P. Langly and Miss Tena Robinson of St. Joe. Mo. Kid Arnute sends best regards to Frank Inman and Perry Bradford. Joe Jordan says: 'Hello, Evette! I heard your voice.' The Famous 'Acme Quartette' under the direction of Jas. Fernando is creating the usual amount of sensation. Sam Johnson says: 'R. O. Henderson, how can I sleep where all these o'fays, ge gauks and creoles are?' G B. Brooks sends regards to Prentis Oliver and R J. Anderson. Hi Henry Hunt, "the Alabama Wizzard" is cleaning up with his demon act. Sank Slims says, "Hello Sam Davis. Wm. Benbow has his new song almost complete, "Everybody is Looking for the Installment Man." He sends regards to W. Thomas and says, "Can you hold a flush? ```markdown ``` Billy Bradley writes from the Grand Palace Theatre, Savannah, Ga.—"Well the Forepang, Sells circus has come has gone and everybody is now talking about what they saw at the 'city of white tents' and now they are talking about the good show at the Grand Palace under the management of Tom Logan. The show is running nicely and is drawing crowded hones nightly. The Scotts are doing a red hot boxing act. Kid Alston, the favorite comedian is working with Carrie Smith and they are making a big hit with their "Dusky Malden's" duet. Grace Hoyt, the coon shouter has got the boys still with her. Tom Logan in his "Chieces act assisted by Eva Leach and Maund Scott hold the audience spell bound Ruth Spain comes in for her share of the applause. The whole company including our manager and Mrs. Stiles, visited P. G. Lowery's famous company and were in turn visited by Mr Lowery although he couldn't stay long. Kid Alston sends regards to all professionals. Billy Bradley sends regards to all New York friends. Patt Chappelle and his "A Rabbit's Foot" company were with us two days and we made their short stay very pleasant. Tom Logan sends regards to Troy and Lewis, Stella Wiley, Jessie Thomas, Billy and Estella Johnson, and desires it known that he can place several lady performers for an all winter engagement. Eva Leach sends regards to Mr. and Mrs. D. n. E. Washington, Mr. and Mrs. James Alexander and would like to hear from them Billy Bradley sends regards to all. J. Harry Jackson, why don't you write. Napoleon Johnson writes from the Big Minstrel Festival:—At this writing all the boys are well and as we have the goods we are still getting the money. I voice the sentiments of the managers when I say this show is composed, this season, of the most gentlemanly performers that it has been their lot to manage and as every one works in harmony and with a vim, we have no dissatisfaction and rag chewing so common among similar organizations. Mr. Holland, one of our genial managers at this writing is here visiting the show and is well pleased with the record we are making financially and otherwise. Too much can not be said of the comedy of the show for it is pure, clean wit and during the action of the play there is not a suggestive action or word that would mar the most fastidious audience. Dude Kelly has lost none of his vigor and is setting a hot pace for the rest. In the oil with the assistance of his partner S. H. Dundley, they clean up. The Campbell Brothers never fail to get their share of applause and when little Manzie makes his escape from being put into the dog wagon he sets the audience screaming. Simpson &ittman, the musical cadets can be found, the musical at the theatre rehearsing, so look out for them James E. Lightfoot is still doing middle with much credit to himself. Henry Bartlett sends regards to Geo. Bailey. Heilo E. J. Looney, Elmo Dodd and Frank Jackson. Boke Kemp, how is Xenia, O. --- Notes from the "A Rabbit Foot" company:—"We are now headed to Florida to close a successful season of five months. We go to Tampa, Fla. to open the old reliable Buckingham Theatre and remain there until early in April when we start the season again. The Chappelle Bros, is the only firm that actually gives performers work the year round, and able colored performers should be proud of this fact. The "A Rabbit Foot" company chooses a very successful season and barring the fire at West Point, the season has been a successful one. The ghost has appeared every week and in fact Mr. Pat Chapelle's success has been phenomenal especially when we stop to consider that the show has been managed and run entirely by colored people. Mr. Chapelle's staff (advance agents and all) are colored. He lays out his plans and they work well as he has some able assistants. The railroad contracts are made by him. The press work is looked after by D. Ireland Thomas John Hamilton No.1, and Cell Hammond No.2 deserve great credit for their advance work for we have been with the circus and several other shows but they have managed to get our bills up and let them all know we were coming to town. "A Rabbit Foot" has pleased thousands through Florida, Georgia, Alabama, North and South Carolina and all the shows, both white and colored who played this territory after us have certainly heard that ours is a good clean and funny show. We have met numerous oppositions while out but they don't hurt us in the least. Next season we get two new cars, new canvass, new wardrobe and will start out for a seven month's tour. In the meantime we are spending the winter in Tampa, Fla. at the Buckingham Theatre. We will have twenty ladies on the stage with a full band and orchestra all winter. We can use good performers and musicians at all times and will furnish tickets any place in the world. All good lady performers who are out of engagement, who are desirous of coming South this winter should see the 'ad' in this issue and write to the Chappelle's as they guarantee you work as long as you can make good. Regards to everybody, friends and enemies. Sambo's Budget "We were just starting out on our annual tour" says the manager of Richards and Pringle's Famous Georgia Minstrels. "Our cars were just frm the shops all painted and varnished and were certainly beauties. They were attached to the regular train and brought many favorable comments, when along came a countryman who scratched a match on the side of the car, leaving a streak through the new paint. I stepped up and asked him how he would like to have some one scratch a match on his plano and mar it up? He replied by saying, "I ain't got no plano." ```markdown ``` Notice to All the Profession.!!! Notice to All the Profession..... Kind friends I am in trouble and wish you would help me. I am on trial for murder, of which I am not wholly at fault. I have asked for aid by personal letters to many but I have only heard from two, namely, W. A. Mahara's Minstrels, Nos.1 and 2. Now kind friends please help me all you can as I am trying to raise $200 to get a lawyer to defend me. I have employed one of the best lawyers in the State of Illinois, S. H. Trude. Now friends help me in this great trouble and I will be forever grateful. For humanity's sake help me. Address all communications to Leroy Bland, Cook County jail, cell 220, Chicago Ill., and oblige. --- "Smart Set" Captivates Philadelphia The "Smart Set" company in "Enchantment" has surpassed all Negro comedy companies. The enormous production of 40 talented performers made its first appearance in Philadelphia at the National Theatre, Oct. 27th headed by those ever popular and clever comedians, Messrs Ernest Hogan and Billy McClain, who, with their inexhaustible resource to produce mirth and merriment kept the audience constantly roaring. The "Smart Set" fully made good its right to the title for they are "a smart set" indeed. It is generally conceded by all who saw the show that it is the greatest Negro show ever seen in this country. The scenery, costumes pretty girls and up-to-date musical numbers, put the "Smart Set" in the front rank of all colored shows. Among the new musical numbers are "The Missionary Man" "Sing a Little Tenor" "Leonora Lee" "Gypsy Male" "Dusky Malden." Mrs. Mattie Wilkes-Hogan and Mrs. Cordella McClain rendered some selections which were well received and very creditably added to their reputation as vocalists. Mr. McClain sang, "Sing a Little Tenor." Hogan sang "The Missionary Man," which were the hits of the vocal renditions. Ben Hunn scored a hit when he sang "Gable." The Dinwiddie Quartette, a feature of the show sustained their well earned reputation by delightfully rendering the "Palms" and "Come out Dinah on the Green." Miss Ida Forcen did some clever dancing. Mr Jerry Mills, whs portrays the part of a tramp has Bob Cole closely imitated. Miss Pauline Freeman and Russell Brandow did some clever acrobatic work. There has been quite a number of changes in the company during its engagement which effect a great improvement. The drill is the finest put on by a colored company. As a woolie the "Smart Set" is an up-to-date colored company. A Few Personal Remarks. BY SYLVESTER BUSSELL. The entire profession must benefit by the reviewing of comedies and stars. Those who receive all the individual glory naturally recieve all the criticism. But the criticism given out in the comedy market must not be looked upon as offensiveness. The public must not look upon it as such and actors must not brood over the scoring of the past. These very actors who are criticised now are not up to the intellectual requirements of the period, neither are some of their rich managers. While this is a fact; they are the chief portrayors (and worthy ones at that) of our race in the histrionic revivals of the new era. Just to show some of the deficiencies of stars in the two productions I have just re- That a Magic Lantern will give better returns for the money invested than any other project! It can be used advantageously in the Church, in the Sunday-school or Day school. It will make money for traveling Lectures or Entertainments on small capital. We make all kinds, all professional lectures and presentations for us for catalogue and tell us what you want to do and we can help you. MeINTDSH COMPANY. 35 and 37 Handolph 55, cor. Wabash ACAO, ILL. Mention this advertise in the Themes. THEATRICAL Pocket-Books, Bill Books and Card Cases 537 Vine Street, Performers Wanted formers, also good sketch teams. Permanent or lowest salary, experience; send photo if possible. Address as per route in The Freeman until November. Pat Chappell, Manager, "A Popular--Sentiment Ma Mississippi Lou. My Liza Ann. I Love My Licorice Baby The Shirt Waist Man The Beile of The Blue In Kentucky—(poem) by hon. J. H. Mulpain. Papa's Baby Boy In the Mountains of Kentucky She and I I Wish We'd Never Met There's No Other Girl Like You You Don't Have to Go Until Ten (Words and music by the celebrator writer). Any of the above sent upon receipt of 25 stonals solicited, Address DEPT E. THE G Attention Managers! Of first Laura—"Tanglefoot." No, "please give me your applause with his wife; his apptite for chicken; etc." in this act. Tanglefoot is an eighteen mile from start to finish, introducing grotesque dancers who performs his phenomenal feat of playing this act is not copyrighted. To brain-strokes, waymen; please steal those that have stolen them. HARRY L GILLLAM, The HAVE YOU SEEN ME THE ONE G By WILLIN Who is now manipulating the hoops with The big act occurs nightly at 9:15 closes at 9:30 hoop acts now before the public. If you wanna I have tried and completed every trick possible. Hooper for next season, address Pocket-Books, Bill Books and Card Cases. Repairing receives prompt attention 537 Vine Street, CINCINNATI, O. Performers Wanted at Once to open Bucking- ham Theatre, Nov. 10, twenty lady per formers, also good sketch teams. Permanent engagement to people who make good. State lowest salary, experience; send photo if possible. Will send tickets anywhere in America. Address as per route in The Freeman until Nov. 9, after that to Buckingham Theatre, Tampa, Fla. Pat Channelle, Manager. "A Rabbits Foot Co." Popular--Sentimental and Coon Songs- Ma Mississippi Lou..... Geo. S. Pelzer ..... 500 My Liza Ann..... J. E. Pearce ..... 500 I Love My Licorice Baby..... M. Gumble ..... 500 The Shirt Waist Man..... J. E. Pearce ..... 500 The Belle of The Blue..... 500 In Kentucky—(poem) by Hon. J. H. Mulligan; music by F. L. Bristor ..... 500 Papa's Baby Boy..... D. L. Isaacs ..... 500 In the Mountains of Kentucky She and I..... J. E. Pearce ..... 500 I Wish Wed Never Met..... M. H. Rosenfeld ..... 500 There's No Other Girl Like You..... M. Gumble ..... 500 You Don't Have to Go Until Ten..... (Words and music by the celebrated colored song writer)..... Lowen M. Lawson ..... 500 Any of the above sent upon receipt of 25 OFNTS Correspondence with profes sonals solicited. Address DEP F B. THE GEO. B. JENNINGS CO. 105 and 107 West 4th St., CINCINNATI, O Attention Managers! Of first class attractions, the Gilliams-Harry and Laura—are at liberty, in their original creation entitled "Tanglefoot." No "please give me your applause; no slap sticks; no colored man and his quarrel with his wife; his applite for chicken; his dexness with the razor; his thirst for gin, etc. in this act; anglecue an eighteen minute act of an eccentric and a mono- from start to finish, introducing grotesque dancing feats of an acrobat, in which Harry Gilliam performs his phenomenal feat of playing a difficult horn solo while standing on his head. This act is not copyrighted. To brain thieves, robbers, burglaris, rubber thieves, high- waymen, please steal those that have stolen steal again. Managers and agents address them. The Accidental Horse, Mim. HAVE YOU SEEN IT? WHY, WHAT? THE ONE GREAT ACT BY WILLIE SHIELDS? Who is now manipulating the hoops with Richard & Pringle's Ninstrels No. 2 Company. The big act occurs nightly at 9:15 closes at 9:30, and is claimed to be one of the leading hoop acts now before the public. If you want to get hypnotized, come and see this act! I have tried and completed every trick possible with them. Managers wishing the Origi.nal Hooper for next season, address WILLIE SHIELDS Care of The Freeman, WANTED FOR THE Gidean's Big Minstrel Carnival Musicians in all lines: Two first-class Cornetists. Address GEO. BRYANT, Band Master, care of Company, or Route: Musicians in all lines: Two first-class Cornetists. Address GEO. BRYANT, Band Master, care of Company, or Route: New Ullm. Minn. Nov. 9 Redwood Falls, Minn. St. Peters. 10 Springfield, 11 Sleepy Eve. 11 Marshall, P. S.—Bob Thompson write or wire. viewed; we all must view it wisely. Ernes Hogan dressed himself perfect in every detail at the opening performance of "Enchantment," at Newark N. J. Oct. 13th but when I returned later in the week I found that Hogan had changed his hat. He wore a high narrow topped Irish stovepipe. The second time I went to see "Dahomey" Geo. Walker wore a string of Irfsh whiskers around his neck. Tell me dusky, actors are there any more at home like you? To see a colored comedian dressed up like an Irishman is like seeing a hot oyster stew mixed with ice water—its rather chilly. At Liberty Next Season THE JACKSON FAM George—EUGENE—L colored high-class comedy music their original comedy act, entitled to the Abroad in public. Mr. Le son in trombone solo and clog danced neatly; also featuring Master Eugene speciality. The act abounds in fun mirth and was written especially for son by Daniel Desdune of the team and harris, the only team present to the Abroad in public. The act and is destined to become a headliners and 12 laughs. Managers wish that this act be cared of Gideon's Big Minstrel carer at Freeman or New York Ollipen near address, 915 Francis St. Ft. Wt. The Williams and Walker company is under rich and influential management, Hurtig and Seamon (and Saml' Tuck I believe, are most commendable advocates of their two stars and the stage success of their stars is with themselves. So Williams and Walker will have to look to their laurels and become deep thinkers in order to keep up with the tidal wave of the "Smart Set." I observd in the New York Journal of a recent date a pictorial interview of Williams and Walker, Paul Dubar and Will Marion Cooke. I criticise the naming of their play on that occasion as "Negro Opera." The fact that we have never had an opera produced is misleading to the white people and harmful to ourselves. I attribute this week wisdom to Mr. Cooke's ambition for opera afiche. Mr. Cooke gave us a talk in his little interview and spoke of his opera, "Uncle Tom's Cabin." The fact that Mr. Cooke's opera has never been produced is like counting chickens that have never been hatched. I doubt very much if Uncle Tom's Cabin would ever have a very scrumptious reception in operatic form and furthermore, it is not a Negro work. So all intelligent readers may follow up my accounts of the stage work and see where common sense and reasoning will eventually bring us out. One word about dramatic critics and then I must close. I have noted every feature in the disposition of white critics and I find that our own, or my own, is the best criticism for our race. No matter if our own people do see our criticisms. The entire millions of white people who support our shows do not see them and the ignorant ones are not aware of the defects. But don't be mistaken, the intelligent white clubmen do and they discuss the same defects I have pointed out to you, my dear brother actors, and laugh at them. The white critics will probably aid a bad colored show—knowing that people wont go to see it anyhow. He will never speak in the highest terms of a good show no matter how good it is but will give them undue criticism. I have just again noted that fact in the criticisms on the "Smart Set." The Williams & Walker company being under rich management ```markdown ``` TRAIN TRAVEL CASE UNITED Minstrel Carnival First-class Cornetists, Address , care of Company, or Route: Redwood Falls, Minn ..... Nov. 12 Springfield ..... Nov. 13 Merrillah ..... Nov. 14 Wrertown, South Dakota ..... Nov. 15 At Liberty Next Season THE JACKSON FAMILY George—EUGENE—Lora colored high-class comedy musical trio, in their original comic act, entitled: "An Impecunious Coon" introducing Mrs. Lora B Jackson in trombone solo and clog music. Mutualization of the two groups resulted in the clever child artist in song and dance specialty. The act abounds in fun, music and mirroring written espionage for the Jack and Daniel Mason teams, the team at Harris, the only team presenting this act to the American public. The act is a No. 1 and is destined to become a haddiner—12 minutes and 12 laughs. *dance w/ whisky* at WICKSO, the care of Gideon's big minstrel carnival, routes as per Freeman or New York Oklip; permanent address, 915 St. Fr., Ft. Wayne, Ind. AT LIBERTY GEO. HAMILTON, singer and dancer, has minstrels and now opened a engraving店. Address 35 N. Michigan St., South Bend, Ind. has escaped much criticism by white critics so perhaps they can profit by mine. The white critics should not be harsh in their criticism of a colored show for many good reasons. Williams & DeVine are working hard this week at Galesburgh, Ill; last week, at L noohn Ill. They report having a hot act ready for next season. They would like to hear from responsible managers Regards to Harvey Goodall and Trixie Ford. Harry Bradford, manager of the Coontown High Roller sends the following roster: Miss Cora Mead, contortionist; Miss Ida Gardner, Kentucky nightengale; Sharpe and Bradford comedian; Chas Bass, character artist; Sydney DeWitter, baritone vocalist. Hence Washington, cello; Thompson Bros., musical act and William Harris and his trained dog. THE FREEMAN IN CHIAGO. Copies of The Freeman are on sale at the following places : S. C. Montgomery, 5542 Lake avenue. G. B. Georgeson, 2106 State L. Greenberg, 623½ W. Lake. Mrs. Franksen, 1917 Archer avenue. W. H. Goetz, 411 36th L. A. Harris, 360 30th M. M. Martin, 267 North Clark J. E. Turner, 6515 Jefferson avenue E. H. Faulkner, 2938 State A. F. Tervalon, 2826 State T. B. Hall, 281 29th C. Hughes, 135 North Clark V. Monroe, 184 State J. E. Lovell, 1204 State Ed. Felix, 368 30th Street. G. W. MacMilten & Co., 77 E. Harrison J. L. Love, 336 27th street. Harris and Dixon 336 E 30th street. C. C. McLain, 4902 State Cole and Alley, 2811 State Miss M. Granger, 2940 Dearborn --- --- --- THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. FARM & HOME. The Price of Eggs. It may seem strange for a poultryman to interpose any objection to the high prices that prevailed throughout the past year for eggs, and yet, in one respect at least it has been an unallowed lessing. Last spring very many of usheld to the temptation of turning our eggs into ready cash instead of putting them into an incubator, or under hens. The result is a very perceptible shortage of fowls this fall. The indications are that eggs will be still higher this winter than last year. The storage houses are short and all provisions rule high. The wise poultryman, therefore will make an extra effort to produce eggs this MADAM McNAIRDEE-MOORE M. B. The gifted Clairvoyant, the great female wonder, born with the double(cal) veil, she is one of the old ancient Southern Clairvoyants of New Orleans. She's a living Phrenologist and Physiologist. 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She challenges the world to excel her advice on loves, bosses, business, family and cannes speedy marriage with the one of your choice. No cards allowed in her place of business; no one's wishes filled; strictly a Christian lady and depends entirely on her heavenly gift. If you are painful or alling, think you have withered to go to see her. She spent eight years in the tungles. All of her cannes doing good wherever she went. Read St. John, 9th chap, 33d ver: "If this man is not of God he could do nothing. Three parlers so arranged that you meet nofriends no strangers: everything conflent demands, everything is done at night or day. Permanently located. Send money by postal order or Registered letter MADAM MCNAIRDEE-MOORE has recently married and wishes all to address her as above at her old stand. She certainly is the wonderful woman of the 20th Century. She has made a many heart hap py thymetoprenone as she was one in the midst. My heart ached from the cruel treatment of my husband and the way he would throw away his time and money until I consulted this wonderful lady. It will soon be a year. Through her he has seen some of the changes she seems with a lovely lot on which he will in the spring erect a home. Tongue can' praise her too high. A LADY There is no doubt of this lady's prophetic power. She is a living phrenologist, palmist and a natural born clairvoyant to which thousands will testify. She is a God send to our country—born with a gift that no one can dictate. Tell you every incident of your past and present life and put you on the road of success both financially and physially if you will only heed her instructions. I called on her when the one I love had gone I knew not where and he returned at once, and today I am his dear wife. A LADY of Fort Gibson, Ind. T. Madame, — I feel it my touch to do this for you are all you advertise. Just think my usband and I have separated 2 years. I called on you in September and in a week's time he returned and married me, and I can't praise you too much. Ladies that are heart broken by family troubles, love affairs and bad luck until it seem that life is a blank, call or write to this dear lady, she will do you good; she will tell you to trust God and she will do the balance, and she will. A LADY of Rossland, B. C. Dear Sisters and Brothers--Call on her when you can, she will be please to meet you and will when ever you wish to. She devotes her entire life to her people. God will reward her. She will make your very soul glad to hear her talk of heaven for she writes such soul searching letters, tells you how to make home happy. Please always enclose stamp for answer. Here she is as she looks today and a bride. You will look and look of hair accompanied by N.B. dollars and look of hair accompanied by C.B. dollar ($1.00) and receive full life reading. Clip this ad. 608 N. West Street, cor. Indiana Ave., INDIANAPOLIS, IND., MADAME MONAIRDE-MOORE. winter. He can do this most successfully by careful attention to his feeding rations. Eggs are largely a question of diet. Feed the hen the right kind of food and she cannot help but lay. It is a pretty well established fact that fresh cut green bone is the cheapest of all poultry foods at the same time the greatest egg producer. The man that wants to produce eggs can not do better than to buy a green bene and vegetable cutter and give the hens the food that makes them lay. Examples of Intensive Farming. Last week we gave some illustrations and definitions of intensive farming and what it meant by that term. Statistical information from European companies shows some examples of intensive farming that we have not yet approached in this country, but toward which we are tending as population increases here. These facts illustrate what may be done under pressing conditions of agriculture where population has become dense. For instance, Belgium feeds a population of 490 to the square mile, a single section of land, and besides, exports farm products to Great Britain valued at $5,000,000 With such farming in the United States the State of New York would feed $25,000,000 and have a surplus besides and Texas could at the same rate of intensive farming feed the 70,000,000 population of the United States and have a surplus to feed 50,000,000 more. We know a farmer residing in Marion county, Ind., not far from Indianapolis, who grows from five to six tons of timothy hay per acre, while the average in the state is not two tons. And yet statistical information shows that sections of Belgium more than double this largest yield in Indiana. In the United States, 200 to 300 bushels of Irish potatoes are grown per acre at best while abroad more than 1500 bushels per acre is the yield by intensive agricultural methods. These illustrations and facts might be extended showing what intensive farming is abroad. Scientific farming, if you please, by a people who have not passed through scientific education, but where under dint of pressure of population and long experimentation and observation, scientific principles have been acquired and are now practiced. By these facts it is seen how idle is the fear that we are rapidly approaching the time when we can not feed our own population, as some alarmists have said. We can and will when there is necessity for it, more than quadruple the production of our wheat and corn crops and indeed all other crops. The agricultural colleges and experiment stations of America are laying the foundation for all this and will save us the long years of patient individual experiments to learn it, which were required abroad.—Indiana Farmer. FARM NOTES Every farm should have at least a small flock of sheep as scavengers. There's so many things that sheep will consume that they are considered necessary adjunts to farming, if waste materials are to be utilized. A well managed flock will pay a large dividend on the capital invested the first year. Some farmers prefer to spread their manure in the fall before the ground becomes frozen. If this is done the ground should be plowed and the manure spread on the surface, following with a roller. The matter of spring or fall plowing depends, however, upon the soil and the liability of loss by washings from rains. Churning is not agreeable work but considerable time can be saved by the use of a thermometer. Butter comes rapidly or slowly, according to the temperature, and a thermometer saves labor and costs but little. But few use the thermometer when churning yet it is almost indispensable in the making of choice butter. The small and unusable sweet potatoes are just as valuable for the fattening of hogs as those that are of a marketable size. Sweet potatoes contain a large proportion of sugar and are, therefore, very suitable for the fattening of stock. They should be cooked and bran added. Being very wholesome they may be fed liberally. As the weather becomes cooler it will cost more to fatten the pigs. Corn will be largely used but the pigs will fatten more readily if the food is varied. As an addition to the corn it is conceded that a mess of finely cut clover hay, scaled and sprinkled with bran is excellent as a noon meal. Early in the morning a warm mess of skim milk and bran will be highly relished. Peach trees of the present day do not last as long as those of half a century ago. The trees are also subject to more diseases and are shorter lived. It is claimed that trees growing from the pits are harder than those removed from one location to the other. Some growers prefer to plant the seeds where the trees are to grow, budding them with a preferred variety after the young trees are of a proper size. The difficulty of the plan is that many of the pits may fall to germinate. Wool is affected by breed, climate and food. Sheep will thrive in some sections much better than others and wool from some flocks will bring a higher price than other wools. To produce good wool a sheep must be well fed, but not too much so. If the food is not sufficiently nutritious the wool will lack in strength, be dry, harsh, B. SQUARE'S BLUSTER flabby and rough to the touch. Wool from sheep that are kept on pastures which provide an abundant herbage is long in fiber, soft, white and strong. It is claimed that all nutritious foods produce fine wool, but it is not necessary to make a selection of foods if the sheep have a variety. A Brilliant Entertainment Paducah, Ky., Special —Misses Price Thomas and Menafe entertained on the evening of the 26th ult., in honor of Rev Drs Lucket Reid and Thompson and Miss Laura L. Bigham and Mr Lewis. The table was handsomely decorated in green and white, and a sumptuous repast was served J H. Halley went to Princeton on the 27th ult., in the interest of his insurance business. Mrs S L Mansfield has returned from a visit to St. Paul. Minn Mrs Carrie Bandsom, of St Louis, is a guest of Mr. and Mrs Charles Johnson, in S. Sixth street. Mrs Joe Shaunon has returned from a visit to her home in Tennessee. Several of our people attended the K. of P. entertainment at Mayfield on the 27th ult. Monroe Bradshaw went to Kuttawa on the 28th to attend the funeral of a relative. Mrs J. E Grubbs is on the slick list. Mrs Emma Alexander went to Jackson on the 19th ult. Mesdames Irene Jackson and Lizzie Fortune are visiting in Chicago. Mrs Frank Jones entertained Drs Lucket, Stont and others one evening during the recent conference Mmes. S L Mansfield, Ratie Watkins Al Dawson and Porter Mitchel were delightfully entertained at the beautiful home of John L Street, at Mayfield, on the 27th ult. Will Banks died at her home in the Maxon's Mill neighborhood, on the 27th ult. She was buried at the Oak Grove cemetery. Deceased was a most estimable lady. Misses Mamle L and Sammie Mimms, of Gathrle, were guests of Mr and Mrs C W. Merriweather during the recent conference. Rev L T. Howard, to the delight of his many friends, was returned to us. He has done a good work among us. Our schools are in a prosperous condition. B. SQU BLU The great cool strike, which at this writing seems to be nearing its end furnishes for American Negroes an object lesson we should not overlook. 147,000 workers under the leadership of one man —Mitchell—have for several months refused for several months to give in to wrongs or imagined wrongs. They have stood to-gether one man, battling for what they concluded was their rights. 滚串串 If 147,000 Negroes would follow the leadership of one man in a battle for our rights for the next six months, the result would be easy to guess. --- There are only two barriers in the American Negroes' pathway that prevents them from following in the footsteps of the miners. 1st—The American Negroes are not and (seemingly) never will be united, and fight the common enemy under the leadership of one great general. 2nd—"If" they were united, we have no great general like John Mitchell. We have several "understrappers" or "district leaders"—great ministers, school teachers, orators editors, "mind mounders" who think they are "it" but are not. --- The race needs a leader, a general, a John Mitchell, who, when great issues are at stake, will hide himself and his interests (his church, his school, his political office or his business) behind the interests of his people, when fighting for justice and right. No such Negro lives at this writing. May God give us another Fred Donglass. ```markdown ``` BARBER SHOP CONVERSATION NO. 7. Three colored men entered a fashionable barber shop the other day and if the old saying that, "fine feathers make fine birds" is true, they were "fine ducks" Their "feathers" (clothes) were of "the latest" and, to do them justice, they looked and acted like rich gentlemen with the exception of one. The exception acted as if he had ten tons of coal in his cellar which would make him a superior Greater New Yorker if not a superior human being. "Who is that fellow?" I asked the barber who was shaving me. "Way thats A-Z-the headwatter at the 'Hightoned Hotel.' Shall I give you an introduction to him? "No, not for mine; out it out" I replied in the Greater New York slang of the day. (I beg the pardon of the slangless reader.) --- One of the men was full of fun. When the "boss" barber was looking, he walked over, it a comb, a bottle of "bay rum" (?) and a clean (!!) towel put them in his pocket and pretending he was stalking the articles, started to wards the door, as if he was going out. Everyone enjoyed the joke and langhed. The "boss" barber remarked: "That's just like a colored man; he will steal a chicken and go to jail. If he is going to steal why don't he be like the white man; steal a bank or a railroad, or $50,000 or some big game, pay a lawyer half and get off rich?" ※※※ Mr. A-Z- spoke up: "Our folks are not the only petty robbers. There are scores of rich white women that are in the same class. Do not lay all the petty sins at the door of our people. I have been headwalter of the 'Hightoned Hotel' for the past ten years and you would be surprised to learn the names and the scores of rich white women, who during that time have stolen, yes stolen hundreds of knives, forks or glasses from the hotel. Of course they did not steal (or take them) in the usual A GOOD ROAD UNION STATION ST. LOUIS CAIRO MOBILE AND OHIO R.R. MERIDIAN MONTGOMERY CITRONELLE MOBILE JACKSONVILLE NEW ORLEANS ST. AUGUSTINE Culture Club Organized. Granite City, Ill., Special —A social culture club has been organized here with a good membership All ladies of good character are invited to become members. Fill Fairchilds has made an addition to his store. Seven men were initiated into the K. of P. lodge last week Mr. and Mrs. Wheeler spent Sunday in St Louis. Mrs Belle Travis, of Paducah, Ky., is the guest of her daughter, Mrs Minnie Bowers, W. C. Harris and Miss Bertha Starks were united in marriage on the 21st ult. Sam Louis was shot by officer Frank Lillie on the 19th ult. George O Hara and F. Warfield were guests of Miss Minnie Bowers on the 26th. William R. the 3-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Nelson, died on the 21st Mrs. Ewell is dangerously ill. Ed. Green is on the sick list. Governor Yates addressed a large and enthusiastic audience here on the 24th ult. The Freeman on Sale. Copies of The Freeman on sale at Colemans restaurant 1314 Wylie Ave. Pittsburg, Pa., every aturday WARE'S USTER way a poor woman would take them. These rich ladies did not 'steal' them they 'took' them as keepakes or souvenirs. It has gotten to be such a custom that we now use cheap plaited knives, forks and spoons (which look like silver for a few weeks) and let them steal them and over charge them for their dinners or suppers to pay for the same. I tell you its a great advertisement. Well, you know there's tricks in all trades but ours, is an old saying. Let me add, that the white people are no better or worse than the colored people; human nature is the same the world over. The only difference is the colored people are in the minority in this country—That's all." --- We herein extend "our" hand to 'the Doctor" and although some of his perscriptions are 'bitter pills' for the 'blue pencil boys' of the Freeman "round table." We believe "Doc" means well even if his medicine does sometimes kill. --- Here is a killer of "the Doctors": "Now that Dr. M. A Majors, B Square, and E Brock have made new resolves oiled up their conscience and threw boquets at each other and re-enforced by your humble servant, the Freeman's "round table" brigade is lined up for battle. Forward—March. "We" wouldn't say that about you "Doctor" and "Doc" you are the "kid" of the family at that; you are the "unknown." "I've got my eyes on you"—B SQUARE. ```markdown ``` And still the "Doctor" thinks he was right. 000 Indiana, Illinois and Ohio have spoken and the colored voter has played his part. 000 Do you think that the Lilly Whites will attempt to push their organization in the Northern States. 000 We are now reminded very forcibly that in Union there is strength. 000 What will the harvest be in 1904 politically speaking? 000 I told you so. The election did not surprise us. 000 Now that the people have spoken will the politicians be good? It is real amusing to see how some colored papers will kick on the G. O. P. and just before election, turn somersault into the band wagon. 000 We now call upon A. J. Hopkins, who has always supported the illly whites of the South, to declare himself. Delightful Club Reception South Bend, Ind., Special —The ladies of the St P. Ruffin club gave a reception at the home of Mrs Thaddenus Ash in S. 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To see the picture and read the biography of a hummed-minded writer, visit the website of the edge of the entire race. Over 700 large pages and retails at $2.50 in cloth, postpaid. AGENTS: We want 5,000 canvassers at once to introduce us to credit. Accounts must be written for our proposition at once. This is the opportunity of your life. STUDY MEDICINE AND PHARMACY AT THE Louisville National Medical College FIFTEENTH YEAR. Recognized by all State Boards. All buildings are the property of the School, and have been entirely remodeled with fully equipped Laboratories and Hospital. Nearly too Graduates in various parts of the country, every one of them enjoying a lucrative practice. School of Medicine, Four years of six months each. Session continues throughout the year. Each session is divided into four terms of three months, upon any two terms entitles student to credit for one year's attendance. Terms: January, April, July and October. Examinations at end of each term. Students may enter at beginning of any term. W. A. BURNEY, M. D., Dean, Louisville, I. returned from a trip to Chicago, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest DeLeon are the parents of a fine baby boy Mrs W Wyman, of Indianapolis, is here to spend the winter with her husband. Mr and Mrs. Edward Cooksey entertained a number of their friends at cards on the 32d ult. Mrs Wm Manning gave a surprise on her husband on the 25th in honor of his 32d birthday anniversary. Only a few immediate friends were present. Anderson's Commandery, K T. gave their first ball of the season on the 30th ult. News Personal and General. Toledo, O, Special—Mrs Brooks and son, of 'Indosor, Canada, are guests of Mrs Carrie Kirk Miss Ruth Carter attended the wedding of Miss Carrie Hacket, in Circleville, on the 29th ult Mrs S A Carter and daughter Ruth have returned from Columbus The members of Ever Ready Circle, Kings Daughters, delightfully a rised Mrs. W. E Clemons on the 231 ult. it being her birthday anniversary. Miss Belle Massenburg rece tly entertained class No. 5. Notable. Newsv Nuggets. Jackson, Mich. Special—Mrs. Garrett and Miss Powers have returned from Detroit Miss Eva Johnson was in Battle Creek and Albion recently Floyd M-Daniel, of Ann Arbor University, was in the city on the 26th night Frank Hammond spent Sunday in Kalamazoo Mrs. Frederick Long is the guest of Mrs Thomas Taylor. Anyone wishing the Freeman will please call on Miss Flosste M Johnson. A Very Pleasant Event. Syracuse, N. Y., Special —The Stewartesses of Zion A M. E. church gave a very enjoyable ping pong party on the 28d ult. at the home of Mrs L S Lee in Madison street. It was well at tended St. Phillips P E church gave an excellent entertainment on the 24th ult. Mr and Mrs James Lomax have moved to Norwick, N. Y., for permanent residence. WHITENEARTH GILT EDGE DRESSING MASKS BLOODSTONE FITTING FASHION STUDIO COLOR LUSTER GILT EDGE BLACKEST BLOODSTONE FITTING FASHION STUDIO COLOR LUSTER DR. D.W. 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It is not possible for anybody to produce a preparation equal to any body of the work. Only 50 cents. Sold by druglist and dealers or send us 50 cents for one bottle $1.40 for three bottles. We pay all express charges. Send postal for press money order. Write your BARRINGTON BANK OZONIZED OX MARROW CO. 76 Webash Avenue, Chicago, Illinois. THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER THE GRAND FOUNTAIN OF THE UNITED ORDER OF TRUE REFORMERS is the leading colored Fraternal Society of the United States. It was organized January by William 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: Siok 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 dents in rural districts and not less than fifty cents per semi annual tax of forty cents paid in January and Jid are from $1.50 to $2.50 per week, while death benefits in 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 this there has been formed a Children's Department known children not less than three nor more than fourteen upon the payment of $5.10 each. This departmentick benefits from $1.00 to twenty-five cents per week at 17.00. The monthly dues are fifteen cents per month. CLASSES. Ling to leave their beneficiaries at death a larger amountiment 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 towns and cities and may be paid in January and July of each year. Sleek paid are from $1.50 to $2.50 per week, while death benefits range from $55 to $75. A Fountain may be organized in any locality on application to Rev. W. L. 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 motherly 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 Senior Foundation pays sick benefits from $1.00 to twenty-five cents per week and death benefits from $2.50 to $37.00. The monthly dues are fifteen cents per month. CLASSES Persons desiring to leave their beneficiaries at death a larger amount than is paid from Mountain 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 fees 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 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 55 to 60 4 25 65 00 88 00 7 60 1 90 AGES. Joining Fee. Value of Certificate after 1 yr Value of Certificate after 1 yr Annual Dues Q'iterly 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 3 00 200 00 100 00 4 75 1 20 85 to 40 3 25 200 00 100 00 5 70 1 43 40 to 45 3 50 140 00 70 00 5 79 1 43 45 to 50 3 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 88 00 7 60 1 90 CLASS "E" TABLE. Joining Fee Value of Certificate after 1 yr Value of Certificate before 1 yr Annual Dues AOBS. 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 36 to 80 $ 2 55 500 00 250 00 9 50 2 40 80 to 85 $ 5 50 500 00 250 00 9 50 2 40 85 to 40 $ 7 75 500 00 250 00 10 40 2 60 40 to 50 $ 6 00 450 00 225 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 13 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 with regalia of the organization is simple and its cost within the tents to $350 the same is made by the organization in wh artment. AGES. Joining Fee Value of Certificate Annual Dues Quarterly Dues 14 to 80 $ 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 resale. 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 ob- servant of the Grand Fountain United Order of True Reformer he bank commenced business April 3rd, 1889, and from the bank received $1,268.99, it being $1,000.00. From the humble sum of $1,268.69 deposited to business in 1889, the deposits have grown to $350,858.00, sacted amounts to $6,190,141.47. During the financial year the Grand Fountain was the only bank in the city of Ri- 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 is 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 of $100,000.00. The 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 panic of 1889, 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 clearing and clearing-house checks. This bank had its origin in the brain of William W. Brown, a businessman and clearing-house check maker, 600 N. Second Street, Richmond, Va., Baw, V. W., L. Taylor, President; R. T. Hill, Cashier. REAL ESTATE DEPARTMENT State Department has charge of all the real property ated in various States, consisting of 15 magnificent build tel, 5 stores and 3 farms. It also has under its control ent is under the management of Lawyer J. C. Roberts rney for the organization, with offices at 604 N. Second MER'S MECANTILE AND INDUSTRIAL ASSO under the laws of the State of Virginia on the 14th day of office in the city of Richmond, Va. The purpose of this wholesale and retail) buy and sell real property, ma turing establishments, and general business. The Assoc eformer, 900 N. Sixth street, Richmond, Va. It is a mo d by steam, cold and hot water baths, also electric cars commodation for 150 guests. Mr. A. W. Holmes is ma rk. It has in operation a system of five stores, located a Washington, D. C.; Manchester, Va.; Portsmouth, Va.; a stores, at Richmond, Va., was opened April 3rd, 19 1940, men, runs three delivery wagons, and during the first years. The other stores have been established since and have the General Manager of the system of stores is Mr. B. L. J. cond street, Richmond, Va. This Association was for ations made by Rev. W. L. Taylor, its President. The Real Estate Department has charge of all the real property to the amount of $25,211,651, 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 11th day of December 1899 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. Holmes 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 the stores, at Richmond, Va., was opened April 3rd, 1900. It employs a force of eighteen men, the number of dollars and worth of business. The other stores have been established since and have been consistently prosperous. The General Manager of the system of stores is Mr. B. 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 ripping price is $1 per year, or 50 per single copy. The c-to-date machinery, run by electricity. It can print a poster 12 by 62 inches. Fine job-work of every class at lowest prices. Mr. E. W. Brown is Editor and Bound 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. The subscription price is $1 per year, or 50 per single copy. The office is equipped with a modern up-to-date machinery, run by electricity. It can print anything from a printing room to poster 12 by 62 inches. Fine job-work of every class and description is made a specialty of the office. A guest room at office 608 N. Second street, Richmond, Va. Correspondence solicited and agents wanted. OLD FOLKS' HOME 1833, Rev. William W. Brown recommended the formation has Homes for the benefit of the old and decrepid memorial valuable farm known as Jetham, consisting of 688 acres, which is located near Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad runs through the farm and a Adjining this farm is Westampton Park, one of the huts in summer. It is reached in a few minutes from Ridgway 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 608 N. Second street, Richmond, Va. In September 1883, 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 634½ acres, located six miles from Richmond, Va., on the historic "James" has been purchased at a cost of $14,400. The Chesspeake and Ohio Railroad runs through the farm and Westham Station is located on it. Adjoining this farm is Westhampark Park, one of the most pleasant resorts in the South in summer. It is reached in a few minutes from Richmond by the Westhamton Electric Railway and the Chessapeake 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 character will be very thankfully received. Mr. T. W. Taylor is chief in charge of the Old Folk' Homes, offices at 608 N. Second street, Richmond, Va. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ADDRESS TAYLOR, G. W. M. W. P. BURRE 604-6-8 N. 2nd St., RICHMOND, VA. er our Advertisers of this paper and pa 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 RACE CLEANINGS The Socialists of the Clinton Ind., district have nominated J. L. Bishop for Congress. Bishop is a Kentuckian and is thirty-three years old. Booker T. Washington, Jr., aged 16 years, is a practical brick mason. This proved that the "Sage of Tuskegee" practice what he teaches. The Elks club has a movement on foot to erect a new theatre, to cost between $15,000 and $20,000 in Monroe, La., and it is understood that it will be ready for business by next season. A white man named Merrill was baptized recently at Newport News, Va., and became a member of the colored Baptist church at that place. He was a saloonkeeper but was converted under the ministrations of Rev. W. S. Midgett at a revival, sold out his bar-room and joined the church as described. It seems that anything can nappen in the South. + Rt., Rev. Levi J. Coppin, Bishop of the Fourteenth Episcopal District, sailed for south Africa on the 18th of October. His wife Mrs. Fanny Jackson-Coppin sailed with him, and who on landing in Cape Town will begin active work in Bethel Institute. Mrs. Coppin for a great number of years was the principal of the Institute for colored youths of Philadelphia, and only resigned her position to help her husband in far off Africa. + The news of the painful accident to Bishop Gains is both sad and unexpected. While travelling through the upper portion of his work in South Carolina two weeks ago the horses of the Bishop's vehicle became frightened and running away threw the Bishop out, the wheel passing over his body and bruising his face. The accident caused the Bishop to cancel the engagements he was about to fill and he left for Atlanta on the earliest train where the best professional and domestic treatment awaited him. + A women who according to her own report, was living at the time of the Boston tea paty and the meeting of the first continental congress died at the Home for Aged and Infirm Colored People Chicago, recently. If the reports of her age should be correct, she was the oldest person in Illinois, and possibly in the United States. She was Ellen Stewart, a slave before the Civil war, three times married and mother of four children, the last of whom died several years ago of old age. According to her story, she was born in 1770, in Virginia, and knew many noted men of early days The officials of the institution, after an investigation as thorough as could be made, credited the statement. Prof. J. A. Lankford, the National Negro Master Mechanic, the man who put in the Coleman Cotton Mill an Concord, N.C., and revolutionized the industrial department at Shaw University, Raleigh, N.C., has been appointed master mechanic and architect for the Grand United Order of True Reformers of Richmond, Va. He is now in Washington, D.C., supervising the construction of the $60 000 building which this society is now having constructed there. When the chief of real estate made his annual report a few weeks ago at the annual sitting of that great body, he spoke of Mr Lankford in the highest terms; he said that the Washington building designed by him was the best one in the entire brotherhood, and the beauty about it is, that it was planned and designed by a Negro and will be built by Negroes. Truly this young Negro deserves much credit. Young Lankford resigned his position as superintendent of the Industrial Department and professor of Science in Shaw University; any one needing scientific or practical advice concerning public or private construction or architectural designing will please address him at 1016 Eleventh street. N.W., Washington, D.C. + The only colored woman sculptor in the world is Miss Meta Vanx Warrick, of Philadelphia. This young woman recently returned from Paris, where she has been living for two years as a student. She now plans to set up a studio in her native city and endeavor to find a field for her talent. That she has this talent is evident when a well known critic says of her: "Miss Warrick cannot be put in the same category with the usual class of women sculptors "When she went to Rodin with a piece of her work he said, "But Madamoiselle, you are a sculptor. Your work is powerful. I think Miss Warrick will prove if she works long enough to not only have not only talent but genius. There was LEADING and EXPERT SPECIALIST DOCTOR WHITTIER St Louis, Mo. 904 Olive St. (Emile Bldg Room 203 & offices. Hours 9 a.m., to 7 p.m. Sunday, to 19 to 21. Consultation and advice free. Call or write Drains, Organic Weakness, from Indiscre- tion. Excess or indulgence, causing Self-Distrust, Melancholy, Ambitionism, Unfitness to Blank 61, free. BLOOD AND SKIN Diseases cured for life. Blood Poison, Taints, Eczema, DER Actifications, ast, painful difficult, too frequent, milky, bloody urine, and private mates promptly cured. Blank 63, free. Vari- ocele cured in 6 days. Safe and Sure Medical Services, call or visit at or office. Please mention The Freeman already a sign of it in the work she exhibited at Bing. To critics and amateurs they were a revelation. Where the young woman got her talent is a mystery she, herself, cannot explain. She was born in a little house on 12th street. Her father was a barber and her mother, too, was a hair dresser. At an early age, though the young woman developed a marked learning toward the beautiful in art, and frequently begged her sister who also worked at modeling, for bits of clay. When she became a scholar in the public schools she was always at the fore in drawing, so much so in fact that she helped her schoolmates better than could the teachers themselves. When the public school term ended one of the teachers asked her if she would not like to have her name sent to the Board of Education for an examination at the School of Industrial Art. She took the examination and was granted a scholarship for three years. Like all the other pupils in the school at Broad and Pine streets, Miss Warrick studied all branches of industrial art, and was able at the end of the schooling to be best fitted in selecting a specialty. At the end of the three years' term the diploma awarded entitled her to a post graduate course free of tuition and she took up the normal course, devoting all her time to sculpture. One condition was involved in securing the tuition free, namely, that something be done in the interest of the school. Her selection was a bas relief frieze representing the arts and craft, made up of a total of 37 figures in procession and in mediaval costume. It won the first prize. Many of her other works emphasized the fact to her professors that she had marked talent in sculpture and modeling. When the school year ended they were unanimous in urging that she go to Paris and continue her studies. Professional men, who go to Toledo O., should not fail to call on Pearl Barber, who conducts a club house and sample room for the better element of the sporting fraternity. To enliven dull spirits there cannot be found in all Toledo, a more suitable resort. All sporting events are announced by special wire and your entertainment in every way is especially looked after. Mr. Barber is to be found at 213 N. Erie street. E. H. Shaw, the Osage street barber, a white-haired married man, aged about 60 years, was arrested this afternoon on two charges of rape, and is held without bail. It is alleged that he criminally assaulted Geneva Arnold, colored, under the age of 14 years, on the 22d day of May, 1900. It is further alleged that three weeks ago Shaw committed rape upon the person of Geneva's 11-year old sister, Artie, regarding which assault there has been much talk the past few days—Sadalia (Mo.) Evening Democrat, Oct 22 On the 23d the Democrat had the following: E H. Shaw, inventor, former street railroad magnate, man of family and some means, now owner of the "Unior Regulator" barber-shops on Osage St. was arrested Wednesday afternoon by Constable Robb on a warrant issued by Prosecuting Attorney Cashman. Mr. Shaw is charged with a crime, the punishment for which may be death or imprisonment, according to circumstances. He was taken into the court of Judge Rogers, and upon his plea of not guilty, was given opportunity to engage legal counsel and arrange his defense. The case was deemed not ballable, but it was finally agreed between Mr. Cashman and Judge Rogers that a $10,000 bond would be taken, pending the preliminary hearing of the case. DIVORCE LEGAL Effie Kirke State of Indiana, Maton Co. ss in the Circuit Court of Marion Co., In the State of Indiana. No.12157 Sydney Kirke Complaint Divorce. BE IT KNOWN, That on the 29th day of Oct. 1992, the above named plaintiff, by her attorney, filed in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit court of Marion county, in the state Indiana, her complaint against the above named defendant and the said plaintiff having also filed in said Clerk's office the affidavit of a competent person, sh. wing that said defendant, Sydney Kirke is not a resident of the state of Indiana; that said action is for a service and that said the name of the defendant is a necessary party to the party and whereas said plaintiff having the endorsement on said complaint required said defendant to appear in said court, and answer or demur thereto on the 22nd day of December 1992. NOW, THEREFORE, By order of said Court, said defendant last above named is hereby notified of the filing and pendency of said complaint against him and that unless he appears and answer or demur thereto, at the date of this date on the 22nd day of December 1992 the name being the 10th judicial day of a term of a term of said Court, to be begun and held at the court house in the city of Indianapolis, on the 1st Monday in December 1992, said complaint and the matters and things therein contained and alleged, will be heard and determined in his absence. GEO B ELLIOTT, Clerk. J.A.S. T. V. 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Samuel Pettiford of Franklin, Ind., was in the city last Monday. Miss Maggie Adams is visiting Miss Beatrice Hicks in Ogden street. James Greer of Cincinnati was the guest of W. H. Fielding last Sunday. Mrs. Robert Duncan died at her residence in Blake street last Thursday morning. Mrs. Rachel Pickett and daughter left last Sunday for New York to spend the winter. Little Helen, daughter of Archibald Greathouse, died Sunday. She was four years old. The Enterprise Club met with Miss Martha Minnis, 1733 Alvoid street, Tuesday evening. Mrs. Julia Hillman has returned to her home in Covington, Ky.. after a visit to her parents. Mrs. Pettiford of Franklin, Ind., the mother of Mrs James N. Shelton, returned home last Sunday. Bishop Grant will preach at Wayman Chapel on Sunday evening at 8 o'clock, and Mrs. Maggie Snowden of Chicago will sing a solo. Mr. George Moore, formerly of this city, has been recently called to Elizabethtown, Ky., to take a part with J. H. Thurman's poultry farm. Mr. Simeon Bruce and wife returned to their home at Shelbyville, Ind., on Wednesday, the 5th, accompanied by their daughter Eva from Chicago. The Odd Fellows' entertainment at Tomlinson Hall, under the management of S G. Givens was quite a success. Quite a neat sum of money was realized. The "emergenoy" benefit under the auspices of the joint trustee board of the colored Odd Fellow lodges was given at Tomlinson Hall last Monday evening. The Mary Campbell`Mite Missionary Society met Wednesday afternoon at the home of Bishop Grant. 3349 North Pennsylvania street. Susie E. Porter, president; Mary E. Beck, secretary. The Second Christian church membership voted Sunday morning to call the Rev. H. L. Herod, the pastor for the ensuing year. Mr. Herod is now entering upon his fifth year's service to this church. The Tabernacle Baptist church, the Rev. Charles Wison, pastor, celebrated its twenty-fifth anniversary Monday evening. The Rev. W. H. Chambers, pastor of Jones Tabernacle, preached the anniversary sermon. Mrs. Jennle Starks of Arsenal avenue gave a birthday surprise party for her daughter, Miss Hazel Goldie Starks, assisted by Miss Lula King. Many handsome presents were received, among them was a wheel presented by her mother. The marriage of Mr. George D. Johnson and Miss Cristal Coleman, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John A Coleman of Grand Rapids, Mich., took place at the home of the bride's parents on the 22d of October. They are now at home to their friends in 2004 N. New Jersey street. Indianapolis. Hon. George L. Knox addressed the Young Men's Club of the South Side at Muncie, Ind., Monday evening, Nov. 3. Mrs. Jennie Miller Vincent and Robert Miller furnished the music for the occasion. The meeting was attended by a large and appreciative audience. Mr. Knox was also highly entertained at the house of Hev. Griffin, pastor of the M. E. church. Mary Helen Greathouse, the daughter of Archie Greathouse, departed this life November 2, 1902, at her residence, 1702 Yades street, after two weeks' illness, age 4 years, 3 months and 23 days. Her funeral took place at the house Tuesday at 2 p. m. A brief service was conducted by Rev. C. W. Thompson. She leaves a father, two grandmothers, two brothers, four aunts and a host of friends to cherish her memory. Gladys Lewis, one of her classmates, sang a solo, "Jesus, Savior. Pilot Me." She sleeps now a blessed sleep, where none ever wake to weep—our darling. One of the prettiest weddings of the season was that of Miss Jane Beard and THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. Mr. Letcher Miller, which was solemnized at the home of the bride in North Missouri street, Wednesday evening, Oct 29. Miss Lillian Taylor played Mendlesohn's wedding march as the party entered the parlor proceeded by the maid of honor, Miss Alice Beard, sister of the bride, followed by the groom and best man, Mr. Samuel Watkins, cousin of the groom, then came the bridesmaid, Miss Susie Jackson, followed by the bride and her cousin, Mr. Carl Granzer, who gave her away. Rev. Herod officiated. The bride was beautifully attired in white silk organdy over white taffetta and carried brides roses. The maid of honor was gowned in pink silk organdy over taffetta silk and carried pink roses. The bridesmaid was gowned in white organdy and carried white carnations. Mr. and Mrs. Miller received many presents They are at home to their friends in West 12th street. Y. M. C. A. NOTES. Rev. Chambers delivered a masterly and enthusiastic address to the men Sunday, which was highly appreciated by the crowd of young men present. Sunday will be the opening of the young men's week of prayer. Special address to the men in the rooms by Prof. Horhannes Murgurebatch Chemeeogzyan, C, John Baptist, an enthusiastic speaker. Come hear him. Special Evangelistic services every evening, beginning with Monday evening and closing Saturday evening. These services are for men only. All men are especially invited to these services. Come and get a deeper spiritual desire and get Christ ground deeply into your lives that you may become better men. The pastors of the city are earnestly requested to attend these meetings during the week and help the young men accomplish something definite for Christ. This week of prayer (Nov 9-15) is observed the world over by all associations. A special and golden opportunity for young men seeking the higher life to be led into active Christian work. Attend these services every evening. The young men will be pleased to greet you. Remember Millard's mass to be rendered by forty of the city's best talent Dec. 4. Benefit Y M. C. A. BUSINESS INTERESTS Mrs. H. H. Knight, the only colored millinery a. d dressmaker in the city, 418 Indiana avenue. 20-9f Call on Emanuel Williams for coal, coke, wood and kindling, 402 W. North street. Phone 1884 main, old. tf Mrs. N. A. Smoothes, 515 Indiana avenue, has good lodging rooms, good meals and lunch served at all hours; also ice cream parlor. 1m We are prepared to furnish you large or small quantities of coal, coke and wood at the lowest prices. Call on us, The Eclipse Coal Co., 430 Indiana avenue. Phone 989. 20 6w Charles Parker, tailor, formerly with A. J. Trest & Son, now with Charles Butterworth, 36 E. Ohio street. Trouser, $5 up; suits $18 up. He is now showing an excellent line of imported goods for fall and winter wear. Correct styles; moderate prices; fit guaranteed. Old phone 4121 red. Booker T. Washington at Princeton. October 25th was a red letter day in the history of Princeton University, at Princeton, N. J. Dr. Woodrow Wilson was inaugurated as president of the institution, succeeding Dr. F. L. Patton, who has served for so long a period of time. Many distinguished educators and men of affairs were present, chiefest among them in importance being ex-President Grover Cleveland, Dr. Henry Van Dyke, Dr. William T. Harris, director of the department of education, Washington, D. C., President C. C. Harrison of the University of Pennsylvania, President Hadley of Yale University, President Butler of Columbia University, former Speaker Thomas B. Reed, President Harper of the University of Chicago, Hon. Robert T. Lincoln, Dr. Clarence Stedman, Dr. S. L. Clements (Mark Twain), Dr. Bliss Perry, editor of the Atlantic Monthly, Walter H. Page, editor of the World's Work, besides hundreds of other representatives of America's foremost academic life. All who took part in the parade wore academic gowns with hoods lined with the color of the universities from which they had graduated and from which degrees had been received. Consipious among these representatives of foremost American thought was Dr. Booker T. Washington of the Tuskegee Institute, the only representative of the Negro people present in the parade. Dr. Washington wore a hood lined with the orignon of Harvard from which he received the degree of Master of Arts, and the green of Dartmouth College, from which the degree of Doctor of Laws was received by him. A pleasant incident, and one which attracted much attention as the procession proceeded to Alexander Hall, where the ceremonies were held, was the recognition given Dr. Washington by Mrs. Grover Cleveland, wife of the former President. She called Mr. Washington from the parade as he passed along and very heartily shook hands with him, expressing her pleasure at the opportunity of meeting him. No visitor to the exercises attracted more attention than this representative of our people. Most of the distinguished guests were honored with invitations to lunch by members of the faculty and other wealthy residents of Princeton. Dr. Washington was invited by Mr. and Mrs. Marquand, donors of the magnificent Marquand Chapel at Princeton, to have luncheon with them. At this luncheon many of the notable guests named above were present. Just before leaving the University campus Dr. Washington was 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 S. Cramer Dry Plate Co. 1922 Shenandoah Avenue, St. LOUIS, MO. Offices in—New York, Chicago, San Francisco. CARPETS AND CLOTHING Restored as new by using Star Cleaning Remedy Guaranteed not to fade anything. Send for sample. Agents wanted everywhere. J. C. MILLE*, 1710 S. Lindon St., Indianapolis, Ind. FREE or GASH Medical Treatment. Book 56 stamps. Box 83, Denver, Colorado. AGENTS Male and Female to control the sale of our Wonderul "FROZEN PERFUMES" in their locality. Send 15 cents for sample and instructions, terms, etc. ONCE SHOWN EASILY SOLD. PARAMOUNT NOVELTY COMPANY, Indianapolis, Ind. PAINTS, OIL AND VARNISHES. TIN AND GALVANIZED IRON WORK Hardware, Pumps, Pipes, Etc. 522 INDIANA AVENUE, Telephone 1188. INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA J. E. SMITH Furniture, Carpets and Stoves bought sold and exchanged. STOVES A SPECIALTY 519 Indiana Avenue. EYE STRAIN IS NERVE STRAIN Nove strain, cause ailns and paints. Our glasses remove the cause of these troubles. We guarantee this is. Eyes tested free; no one urged to buy. Prices reasonable J. H. Boyer, Oph. D., 21 W. Ohio St. O. H. MORGAN JAMES N. SHELTON Old 612 Green—Phones—New 3058 Morgan & Shelton (Licensed Embalmers) FUNERAL DIRECTORS & EMBALMERS Best Service. Lady Attendant Fair Prices. [417 Indiana Ave. Open all Night J. W. 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For the accommodation of passengers wishing to spend Sunday at this well known resort, commencing Saturday, June 28, and every Saturday to and including August 30, 1902, a special train will be run on the Vanhalia Line to Lake Maxinuckee (Culver) Indiana, with close connection at Colfax, for passengers on Rig Four train 11. Returning, first train will leave Culver Monday, June 28, to Lake Maxinuckee, September 1, 1902, inclusive, making close connections with Big Four train No. 16 at Colfax. "Look at the Schedule." No. 11 Saturdays. No. 16 Mondays. a. m. 11:45 Lv. Indianapolis, Ar. 2:40 p. m. p. m. 12:34 " Lebanon, " 2:52 " 12:49 " Northtown, " 1:27 " 3:25 Ar. Culver, Lv. 11:00 a. m. The Freeman for sale every Saturday at Epps' shaving parlor No. 139 Main street W., Rochester, N. Y. Mammoth Cave One of America's greatest wonders is located in Edmonson County, Kentucky, 90 miles south of Louisville. This Company has just issued a very interesting booklet of 32 pages descriptive of the Cave. This booklet is well illustrated with many fine half- tone cuts, is printed on enameled book paper and design on cover is in three colors and very attractive. If you want a copy send 10 cents in silver or stamps to C. L. STONE, Gen'l Pass. Agent Louisville & Nashville R.R. LOUISVILLE, KY. --- FREE or CASH Medical Treatment. Book 5e stamps. Box 823, Denver, Colorado. AGENTS Male and Female to control the sale of our Wonderul "FROZEN PERFUMES" in their locality. Send 15 cents for sample and instructions, terms, etc. ONCE SHOWN EASILY SOLD. PARAMOUNT NOVELY COMPANY, Indianapolis, Ind. SANTAL-MIDY In 48 hours Gonorrhoe and diarrhoeal from the supply or organs, arrested by Santal Midy Juvenile without inconvenience. Price $1.00. All Imagines, or P.O. Box 2091, New York. The Old Bargain Shop For bargains in Stoves and Furniture 427 Indiana Avenue. Colored Man, CHANCE OF YOUR LIFE-TIME We wish to employ an honest, capable man to establish local agencies and employ agents to sell our two special books entitled: "A New Negro fora New Century" By Booker Washington and Under Fire with the Tenth Cavalry" A military history of the colored race salary, permanent position. Man apply ust have ability to merit rapid promotion EMPIRE BOOK HOUSE. Manhattan Building, OHICAGO, ILL Kuhn's Meat Market 407 W. Washington St. First-class dealer in Fresh Beef, Pork, Veal, Mutton, Lard, Sausage, Etc. The Old Reliable Meat Stand having in stock at all times the best that the market affords. Courteous attention given to all. Your trade is solicited, William Kuhn 407 West Washington Street. W J MERRILL PHARMACIST Phone 1164. Vermont & Indiana Aye. INDIANAPOLIS, IND. GEM LAUNDRY 235-237 INDIANA AVENUE Both Phones 1671. J E BENJAMIN ATTORNEY-AT-LAW Practice in all court. Rents Collected. Loan on Real Estate, New Phone 1640 12½ Wilson Block, Room 2. New Phone 2666 Res.:507 Hiawatha St. Nathan T. Ward Appearance Bonds and Collections with E. Octavus Mack and J. E. Benjamin, Lawyer Room 2 Wilson Block, 12½ N. Dela- ware Street. With J. H. Lott, Lawyer, Room 43 Baldwin Block. Dr.Joseph H. Ward OFFICE HOURS: 4951 Indiana Ave. INDIANAPOLIS New Thought 1694 - Old Thought 1694 HALF RATES To New Orleans 1a., and return via Big Four Rount on account of *American Bankers Association*, and return, will be one of *Big Four* 7, 8, 9, and 10, 192, inclusive, from all "Big Four" points, at the rate of one fare for the round trip. Tickets will be limited for return so as to prevent overstay. Tickets may be ten days from date of sale. However, an extension of return limited to November 33, may be had by depositing ticket with Joint agent at New Orleans, or by paying and payment of a fee of 55 cents. For full information and particulars as to rates, tickets, limits, etc. call on agents "Big Four Route," or Warren J. Lych, G. P. and T. A., W. P. 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Box 504, Louisville, KY. --- La dies You are cordially invited to come and price our Cloaks, Suits, Skirts, Wraps, Waists, Furs and everything pertaining to ladies' ready-to-wear garments. We again invite you to come and inspect them before buying elsewhere. We Are Specialists Ladies' Suits, Cloaks, Skirts, Wraps, Furs, Capes and Waists. Excusively We place on sale some late arrivals in costa, suits, skirts, patterns that you cannot duplicate anywhere in the city. We will not attempt to describe them until if you will come in we will do our part by saving you 50 per cent. of your money and will fit you perfectly—we fit them to order and that's another reason. See Our Used UPRIGHT PIANO BUY FROM THE MANUFACTURE D. H. BALDWY DON'T FUMBLE Let our Lanterns light Stable Lanterns, Railroad L All Kinds of FIFTY-FIVE CENTS will buy a VONNEGUT 120, 122 and 124 E Will Money Help You We loan money on Household Warehouse Receipts, etc., without We loan any amount from $5.00 Our rates are low. 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Here are some of the terms of our new weekly payment plan, allowing you fifty weeks to pay off your loan: 600 is the weekly payment on a $25 loan. $1 20 is the weekly payment on a $50 loan. $2 40 is the weekly payment on a $100 loan. Other amounts in same proportion. We also have a monthly and quarterly payment plan. You can pay back that way if you wish. INDIANA MORTGAGE LOAN CO. (Established 1887) ROOM 4, LOMBARD BUILDING, 24½ E. Washington Street. Both 'Phones 3286. For Saturday and Monday Real Nottingham Lace Curtains, ten and a half feet long, needled edges; worth $2.00 a pair (see window display) For 9Sc Pair Five dollar Curtains for $3.50. Cable Net a Rugs are included in this special half-price ROBERTSON R 137 E. Wash Five dollar Curtains for $3.50. Cable Net and Battenburg Curtains at half price. All Rugs are included in this special half-price sale. ROBERTSON RUG COMPANY 137 E. Washington Street. LOUISVILLE & NASHVILLE R. R. Between Cincinnati, Louisville, Chicago and St. Louis and Nashville, Memphis Atlanta, Birmingham Mobile, New Orleans Florida and Gulf Coast Points Through Sleeping cars and Chair cars An unexcelled Dining car service Low Rate Excursions first and third Tuesday each month For rates, maps, folders and time tables, address C. L. STONE, G. F. A., LOUISVILLE, KY. ONE FARE FOR ROUND TRIP, The Indiana Bankers' Association has selected the Louisville and Nashville railroad as the "official route" to the meeting of the American Bankers' Association in New Orleans, Nov. 11th, 12th and 13th, 1902. Tickets will be on sale November 9th, 19th and all春秋 all春秋 the state of Indiana at one fair for the round trip. The limit returning can be extended to November 30th, 1902. This rate is open to the public. A more beautiful season of the year could not be selected for a visit to historic New Orleans, the "Paris of America." A glimpse of the city's coast and coast" and of the Southland and their best. 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WE TRUST YOU FOR 10 DAYS SEND ONLY A LOCK OF YOUR HAIR and we mail you postpaid a 22 inch fine HUMAN HAIR SWITCH, matching sample short item from one size postage for return if unsatisfactory. If as represented and most extraordinary value, and you wish to keep it unpaid $1.50 within ten days, or you can have it free to sell it switches at $1.50 each. Send $40, stamp it on envelope. RES. AYER'S HAIR ENPOURI, 1 Quinary St., CHICAGO