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$200 in CASH FREE to the Subscribers of The Freeman. Send for Our Liberal Inducements! THE FREEMAN A NATIONAL ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER VOLUME XVI. NUMBER 24. FISK UNIVERSITY 00 MEMORIENT EXERCISES 00 MEMORABLE AFFAIR. A MOST RENOWNED INSTITUTION Too Much Cannot Be Said of the Outgrowth-Another Mile Stone Passed The Future Success Marked by Crowning Events of the Past. Special to the Freeman. special to the Tenn. Nashville, Tenn., June 18.—The commencement exercises of Fish University, the leading university of the State, which began Friday night, January 12, was one of the most brilliant features witnessed this season in the educational realms. Although the exercises were not on an as elaborate scale as of vore, yet the same was up to the standard, which bespeaks the old-time comment for this renowned institution, and adds another wreath in its educational crown, around which many of the foremost men and women of the land have gathered. This institution, as well as others located in this city, can point with pride to the numerous of its representatives who have and are still mating a mark in life of which the race feels proud. The preliminary exercises, which were held in the memorial chapel Friday night, was indeed amusing and food for thought. As one who had passed through the stages of the sophomore and freshmen at his or her alma mater, it could not help but bring to mind those college days when they were just about to be ushered into the curriculum. This occasion was one which enthused not only those whom Fisk had sent out as its living testimonials, but the audience as well, who are well pleased with the senior preparatory class exhibition. Sunday was gala day for Fish—the day upon which the literary folk of Nashville and surrounding towns turn out en masse. The sun in all his glory poured forth his radiant rays upon the scene, and all was well for student and spectator alike, the latter not being aware of the immense and elaborate program which the former had in store for him. The meeting of the student and his comrade on the campus was a scene that was surely touching, because each was preparing to take final leave of the other, perhaps never more to meet again on this side of the great divide. Likely each reiterated those lines of immortal Shakespeare: "Tell me not in mournful numbers Life, out an empty dream." "And as each sets out to paddle his row canoe they will look back at the long past and reflect as to whether lines of the wag who said: "Court that day lost whose low defending sun, no noble action for thy was done." The Young Men's Christian Association and the Young People's Society of Christian Endeavor held separate valetie meetings this season. These are a credit to them and Fisk. A combined missionary was held in the pod in the foremonor. Fisk chair, which had previously laid on the "fining touches," rendered some of the best music that has ever revered through those quaint walls, who had been reluctant to give cheer in the past rendered three this occasion, which, no doubt, will ever green on the audience's mem. The day's program was full of grateness and soul-stirring inspirations. The faculty and President Merrill gave the commendation of the popular for the good they have and are doing in our time. Following was the program, with its interludes: Anthem. "How Lovely the Messengers" Mendelssohn. Scripture reading. Prayer. Bynn. "Great God, Whose Univer- sity," No. 545. Offer. Sermon by the Rev. Sutton E. Briggs, pastor First Edgefield Baptist church Nashville. Hymn. "From Greenland's Icy Mountains." No. 554. Organ posthude, Sontat Op. 127, No. Poco Moderato, Merkel. Organ prelude, "Canzone," King Hall. Invocation. Anthem, "The God of Abraham Praise," Buck. Hymn, "Upward Where the Stars Are Burning," No. 45. Scripture reading. Prayer. Hymn, "Lead Us, Heavenly Father, Lead Us," No. 370. Sermon by President Merrill. Hymn, "O Lord, We New the Path Retrace," No. 191. Organ postlude, Fugue in G Major, Mendelsshon. Roger Williams University, Pearl High School, Vanderbilt University and St. Cecilia Academy rendered equally as noteworthy program at their exercises held here at intervals. Happenings of the Week. Mound City, Ill., Special.—Mrs. Emma Cole, of East St. Louis, is visiting her grandmother, Hannah James. * * Rev. Mrs. H. C. Burton returned home Thursday. * * Mesdames Dr. Powell and Lula Bola drove to Cairo Wednesday. * * Miss Dora Lee, of Tennessee, has arrived to make her home with her brother, Nun Lee. * * John Walker leaves in a few days for the Soldiers' Home, at Quincy. * * Mrs. Charlotte Bolen visited in Missouri last week. * * Mrs. Blanche Taylor, of Cairo, was the guest of Flora E. Howard Saturday. * * A little girl arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hudson on the 13th. * * Two coach loads of our people repaired to the cemetery Sunday, where the annual decoration services took place under the management of the G. U. O. of F. Memorians were said by Dr. C. B. Powell and others. * * Of the East St. Louis flood sufferers many were from this place. * * Rev. and Mrs. Burton spent the first of the week in Vienna. * * The U. B. F. initiated several members Saturday night. * * Children's day at the A. M. E. Church Sunday, the 21st. * * The annual sermon of the Knights and Daughters of Tabernacle occurs at the Second Baptist Church Sunday. * * Mrs. O. T. Judge visited her parents at Villa Ridge last week. * * At the Woman's Mite Missionary convention held at Carbondale, the 27th ult., Mound City had the honor of raising the largest amount of money of any place in the State. * * All of the teachers here have been reappointed, and there is a likelihood of an additional teacher being employed. News Gathered. Cairo, Ill., Special—Rev. Sydes, of the A. M. E. Church, was out of the city last Sunday night, and Rev. M. Jerkins filled the pulpit. * * The accident which happened on the Big Four Railroad resulted in the death of the fireman, James Shuest. It took forty minutes to get the injured man from beneath the car. * * Mrs. Lillie Henderson is quite ill at this writing. * * Mrs. James White has moved to the city. * * Miss Mamie Carr is im proved. * * Mrs. Emma Cole, of St. Louis, is in the city. * * Miss Francis Evans is visiting in Chicago. * * Miss Vera Johnson is improved from an attack of fever. * * Mrs. Maggie Pickett has gone to Chicago to be treated for ill health. * * Miss Mamie Whitcomb of Charleston, is in the city. * * Mr. Ed Overby, the Freeman agent, met with an accident that came near being serious. He stepped on a plank which broke. The fall caused him to strain his leg. Prompt medical aid relieved him. * * The annual sermon of the Knights of Tabor will be preached at the A. M. E. Church the 21st. Rev. Sydes will deliver the sermon. * * Mr. Jce Porter, a popular barber of this city, has gone to Indianapolis to reside. * * Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Miller are the parents of a baby boy. * * Please pay for your paper when the agent calls. Weekly Budget of Items Chattanooga, Tenn., Special—First Baptist Church, Rev. W. G. Parks, D. D., pastor, treated his large and attentive congregation to a most eloquent sermon, in which their minds were carried high religiously. The choir in its usual manner, made the occasion delightful with music. * **Warren A. M. E. Church, Rev. J. H. Holt, D. D., pastor, preached an excellent sermon to an appreciative audience, and showed great depth of thought. The choir made glad the congregation with music. * **Rev A. L. Cowan, P. E. A. M. E. Zion Church, the oldest gospel minister in the East Tennessee Conference, has been preaching for thirty years, and still an INDIANAPOLIS, IND.. SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 1903. PREJUDICE NERO A FORMIDABLE FOE. BUT VICTORY IS POSSIBLE. active minister, * * Mr. J. P. Conyers, a student of Howard University, Washington, D. C., has returned home for vacation, looking well. News Notes. Hixon, Tenn., Special—Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, Rev. J. N. Howard, pastor. Mr. Wm. Brooks was specially requested to deliver an address to the Sunday school, also present the premiums to the most successful scholars for repeating the highest number of scripture verses. Miss Virgile Bryant took the first prize and Miss Ressie Smith the second prize. Mr. J. D. Brown, acting superintendent. ** * At the Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Rev. J. B. Crawford preached a good sermon. A large congregation was present. Mr. William Brooks, the Freeman agent, was present. * * Rev. J. N. Howard preached an excellent sermon, followed with a lecture by Mr. Brooks, which made all present share the pleasure of the occasion. "The Freeman" was the topic of his discourse, the result of which twenty persons gave in their names to take this grand paper, the Freeman, July, 1903. A Budget of Interesting Items Jackson Miss., Special—Mrs. Fitzgerald died at the residence of Mrs. Taylor June 19. * * The Ladies' Elevating Club gave a picnic in honor of Mrs. Emma Mason, who left June 9 for Chicago. * * Miss Missie Booth, of Port Gibson, is the guest of her sister, Mrs. Hattie Herd. * * The Allens, of Jackson Club, went to Vicksburg and crossed bats with the Y. B. M. v. club, Vicksburg won. * * The memorial service of Mrs. Fitzgerald was held at the M. E. Church June 10, Revs. G. W. Smith, D. D. of Yazoo City, and R. P. Therkel and Wm. Morris officiating; Mrs. Fitzgeralu was a consistent Christian, and for years a faithful member of the M. E. Church. * * Misses Sarah Carter and Alberta Roberts gave a 'musical entertainment for the Farish Baptist Church June 11. * * Hon. James Hill departed this life June 12. Weekly News Items. Logansport, Ind., Special—Mess lames L. G. Brooks and A. M. Taylor attended the missionary convention at Crawfordsville, Mrs. Taylor going as a delegate and Mrs. Brooks, our hum bble president. * * Mrs. Acilia Keelum is visiting her brother, Mr. E. Winslow. * * Miss Mable Parker is entertaining Miss Fosse Hart, of Indianapolis. * * Logansport has at last settled to quietude after a week's carnival. * * Miss Leola Myers left Saturday for an extended visit in Chicago. * * Mr. J. Malone and Mr. and Mrs. Henry Harris spent Sunday in Terre Haute. Pick-Up Items. Crab Orchard, Ky., Special—Mrs. Maggie Lou Adams, Miss Ellen Steward, Messrs, James Mack and Junius Blakemore attended the public school commencement of Stanford last week. * * Mr. John Butcher, our expert mechanic, is putting in some very complicated machinery for the Mineral Water Company. * * Mrs. Ellen Sneed and Miss Dora Steward, of Stanford, are visiting Mrs. Adams. * * A grand hop was given for the visitors to the opening of Hardon's summer resort by the young men of the city. * * Mrs. Susie Jones and daughter will leave for Indianapolis, Ind., next week, where they go to make their future home. * * Miss Dora Steward, of Stanford, was elaborately entertained last Wednesday evening by Mr. James Mack, our genial barber. In Social Circles. Jackson, Mich., Special—Mrs. Samuel Taylor left for Ann Arbor and Saline, Mich., where she will visit friends. * * The Second Baptist Church rally proved a success; $48 was raised. * * The mother and two sisters of Mrs. Maryette Carter were her guests Sunday. They left in the evening for their home, in Dayton, O. * * Messrs. Andrew and Emmett Williams were in the city two days last week. * * Mrs. Hattie Taylor is on the sick list. * * Mrs. Jessie Thurman and daughter, of Detroit, were in the city last week. * * Mrs. Rev. Collins left Wednesday to attend a wedding at Ann Arbor. * * Mr. Floyd McDonald is spending a few days at his home. * * A number of Jackson young people attended the ball given at Marshall last Tuesday evening. * * Anyone wishing the Freeman will please call at Brown & Johnson's, 120 Michigan avenue, or 216 East Franklin street. EXPENSIVE SHOP TALK By Sylvester Russell. When Graham's Southern Specialty Company stranded in Vermont last spring Mr. Graham, although a popular white manager, deserted the company—he skipped away by the light of the moon. It might be well for the sake of others to remind him here that to stay and explain the situation is more desirable for the reputation of a manager. We must remember that the stars do not suffer, so I am duty bound to champion the cause of the weaker actors. Mm. Flower left for New York and opened in vaudeville. Tom McIntosh did the same in Boston. May Hyer, a good contralto singer, was also with this company. She is not one of the original Hyer sisters, but the wife of Mr. Boyer, a white manager of small town shows. Manager, Gideon, recently offered Mrs. Boyer a good engagement, which Mr. Boyer rejected in a rather uncooth manner. Just why Mr. Boyer continually tries to slander all the colored managers is hard to explain, for a man who has a popular colored wife struggling on the stage to support herself and child. Mr. Gideon is a colored manager who ranks by precedent with such men as Rusco and Holland, Al G. Fields and others as a successful pilot showman. He could well afford to give Mr. Boyer a job either as advance agent or trap drummer and still be able to keep his company afloat. Theodore Drury, with other colored stars and a white chorus, gave New York its third annual grand opera performance by appearing in "Aida" May 11. Drury has now about established a precedent where colored stars go up on top and white singers remain at the bottom. Some of the Southern actors seem to be ashamed of their birth. Some of them give out history about their Northern birthplaces in language so full of Southern dialect that nothing else but the essence of Virginia can be detected in their ceremony. What fools these mortals be! Actors, above all others of their race, should be proud of Southern birth, as all the qualities of amusement belonging to the Negro were originated in the South. Regarding voices, the case is different. Nearly all colored people are gifted with voices. While the Southern people are physically as strong as the Northerners, their lung power seems to be weaker. This is more generally discernable among the male singers. T. Thomas Fortune's private secretary had a scrap in Manila during Mr. Fortune's mission there, which resulted in dramatic scenes between Mr. Fortune and the authorities. When Bob Cole told me last summer that Mr. Fortune was writing a drama I enquired about it, and Mr. Fortune told me in reply that he had not commenced his drama yet. Perhaps now would be a wise time for him to start it. I think a good coon comedy farce would suit better than a drama just as soon as he can write it. Hoping he will hurry up, we all remain anxiously waiting to see it. The inaugural performances of Negro comedy by a stock company in Washington, D. C., a few months ago resulted in the revival of three well known plays, "Sons of Ham," "Lucky Coon" and "Hottest Coon in Dixie." The company was headed by Avery and Hart, with Black Carl, the well known magician, as a special feature. The stock company question appears to be quite interesting. Just as soon as six good plays can be obtained a repertoire company to play week stands is the next thing that should be attempted, and very speedily at that. The ability of Mr. Avery and Mr. Hart is a little lopsided at present, but then they will do. As an actor, Mr. Hart has yet a number of exercises to go through in order to limber himself up for comedy purposes. Perhaps a few wrestling matches would do him good. The man who writes about actors and calls himself "The Senator" may be a good fellow for all we know. I believe he is in earnest. His logic will neced do. What he says don't amount to a hill of beans, simply because nobody can understand it. His articles are the most mortifying examples of failure on earth. What a pity! Pity for him and for all the actors of his race who are made to blush in the face of the world because the man who assumes to be a "senator" for actors through ignorance is a failure. What the senator says will hereafter be, just as he says, regarded as an illogical conclusion. I guess this will about end our shop talk for to-day. Let us rest till to-morrow. News Note. Wewoka, I. T., Special.—On account of rain, crops are delayed. * **Edmond Davis was drowned while trying to cross the river here. * **The river is high and many cattle have been drowned Bottom land farms are ruined. * **Rev. Barclay has returned from Ardmore, where he met the district conference. * **T. Knight has left the city. * **A revival begun at the A. M. E. Church the second Sunday. Rev. J. C. Dumas, assisted. THE WEEKLY EVENTS GATHERED FROM ALL PARTS BY OUR CORRESPONDENTS. A CONDENSED PUBLICATION OF Many Important Happenings of the Past Few Days--A Comprehensive Review Most Likely to Prove of Interest to Our Many Readers. Dallas, Texas, Special.—The Isom Bloomers lost two games to the East Dallas Blues. The Blues go to Louisiana soon. * * Read the Freeman. Call at 105 Central avenue and get it. * * A number of the city teachers have passed. * * The saloon men and porters' game at the park last Sunday was a feature of the day. * * Put an ad. in the Freeman. It will bring you good returns. * * Mrs. C. Williams, Rev. James Ezell, Dr. West and many others of the C. M. E. Church attended the district conference at Von Alstyne last week. * * E. R. Randall, of St. Louis, was here last week. Notice—Dr. C. V. Ronan will successfully treat you far any case of sore eyes and fit you with glasses. Call and see him. Always consult the best. Prof. J. Samuel Larkins, colored, oculist, scientist, astrologist, medium and clairvail, tells everything, past, present and future, gives safe advice on all business and sickness. By mail. $1.00. Fifteen thousand people of all walks of life has consulted him in the past four months. Highly indorsed by press and public. Call or write to 325 North Hawkins street, Dallas, Tex. Inclose stamp for reply. News of the Past Week. Jeffersonville, Ind., Special—Miss Emma W. Dupree has gone to Mt. Sterling, Ky., for a two months' visit. * * Mrs. Maggie H. Hall has returned home to Decatur, Ill. * * The sisters of the Mysterious Ten and the United Brothers of Friendship listened to their annual sermon last Sunday at Wesley Chapel M. E. Church. Rev. W. M. Langford officiated. Come to the grand rally at Wesley Chapel M. E. Church Sunday. * * The concert given by Mrs. Bell Owens and Miss Mayne Lee, at Wesley Chapel, was a success. Misses Mable Evans, Emma Martin and Bertha Owens rendered excellent recitations. The papers by Miss Patsy Derrett and Dr. O. W. Holloway were excellent, as were the solos by Miss Nettie Gray, Mrs. Nora Butler and the duet by Miss Maggie Owens and Maggie Grandison. The closing address by Dr. Martin was instructive and interesting. * * Mrs. Maggie Shalton is ill at her home, on Watt street. * * Rev. W. M. Langford has gone to Springfield, O., to visit his family. * * Mrs. Viney Booker is in the city. * * The Knights of Taber will have their annual sermon preached next Sunday at Illinois avenue Baptist Church at 2:30 p. m. Weekly Budget of News. Weekly Budget of News. Muncie, Ind., Special.-Rev. F. H. Cooper, presiding elder of the Cairo district, of Springfield, Ill., assisted Rev. W. H. Taylor, of the A. M. E. Church, in the "dollar rally" Sunday. * * The sewing club of the Second Baptist Church gave a trolly party June 18, the first of the season. * * The Woman's Progress Club, assisted by the Junior Club, gave a June bazar June 15, 16 and 17, at Russy Hall. * * Mr. George Linden and Mr. W. D. Smith, of Springfield, O., spent Sunday in the city, the guests of Mr. Renan Robbins. * * Miss Flora Morris entertained friends from out of town, among them the Misses Smith, of Portland. * * Rev. and Mrs. Taylor are home from Indianapolis, where they attended the educational congress last week. * * Sunday evening, June 21, an "echo" entertainment will be given at the A. M. E. Church. Natchitoches, La., Special—This city was the scene of the most beautiful marriage of the season on the evening of the 9th. The contracting parties were Miss Mattie A. Wetherspoon, the charming daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Add Wetherspoon, and Rev. Lafayette C. Thomas, of New Roads, La. 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We want strong men and women, who are not afraid to take a bold stand for their race and a just cause. On Sunday morning Rev. A. C. Skinner preached the baccalaureate sermon. Long before the hour arrived to commence the services, crowds could be seen wending their way to the Temperance, Industrial and Collegiate Institute to hear this able young man expound the Scriptures. We can truthfully saw, that each one present was not only touched, but greatly benefitted by his most impressive sermon. Sunday night 7:30, President Smalwood presided at the annual Temperance Mass Meeting. After the students had rendered their declamations upon temperance, Prof. Robert Kelser, of Charlottesville, Va., delivered the annual temperance address. From his expressions he showed his ability as a scholar, a most excellent speaker. On Monday, the largest gathering of people ever known to assemble upon these grounds, came to hear the Hon. L. M. Hershaw, of the National Land Office, at Washington, D. C., speak before the annual Farmers', Land-owners' and Home-buying Congress. This prominent public gentleman urged the Negroes to buy land build homes, and be independent, but above all, live a Christian life. He made many friends here for himself and for our school. We had expected Hon. Jackson W. Lyons, Register U. S. Treasury, but he sent Hon. L. M. Hershaw to take his place. President Smallwood presided at the Farmers' Congress. Monday night, at 7:30 Miss Gannon, Secr Art Association, tells me do to avoid pain and female troubles. "DEAR MRS. PINKHAM:—I can o Pinkham's Vegetable Compound female weakness and the troubles we fered for months with general wear hard work to keep up. 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J., Special.—Society turned out galore to the annual concert and ball given by the Cooks' Association. The evening was delightfully spent. Many visitors were present. ** Memorial services in honor of the Robert Delaney Poft of the G. A. R., were held at the Second Baptist Church in conjunction with the literary meeting. Mr. W. D. Webster, President of Zion Literary Society, was announced master of ceremonies, who introduced Rev. S. S. Jolley, D. D., of Asbury M. E. Church, principle speaker of the evening. Dr. Jolly paid glowing tribute to the boys of 1861. Dr. Morrils, M. D., of Atlantic City, and Mr. Martin, A. B., of Lincoln University, and others made very creditable remarks. ** The St. Augustine Episcopal Church is doing a great work in this city. Its industrial department on the B. T. Washington plan, is meeting with encouraging results. Out of it came the kitchen garden and sewing school for girls and the reading room and boy's club. Each being under the direction of efficient instructors. ** Dr. F. D. Brightwell was called to Bridgeport, Conn. by the death of his brother. He has returned, and is again at the Treymore. ** The Freeman can be found at 119 N. New York avenue, Atlantic City, Thomas G. Hunter, agent. ** The organizations of the church are, The Rector's Guild, in the interest of the rector; the Altar Guild, in the interest of the Alter of the church, furnishings, etc.; the Parish Aid; the Rector's Helpers and The "Try" Association. The Sunday school with Mr. Richard Fowler, superintendent, and the faithful corps of teachers is growing continually and is encouraging. The church under the rectorship of the Rev. J. H. Townsend, and the different officers is a progressive body. The "Reminder," a booklet of the St. Augustine Church is now published quarterly, in May, September, December and March, instead of monthly, by the Rev. J. N. Deaver. ** A hearty welcome was extended Rev. W. D. Cook, D. D., at St. James A. M. E. Church, Tuesday day, May 26. An excellent program was rendered. Welcome addresses were made by the different chergymen, professional men, officers of church and Sabbath school, to which Dr. Cook nobly responded. After the exercises they retired to the feasting board, which was the scene of a delightful assembly. All are proud of his return to Atlantic City. ** Mrs. Dr. W. F. Morsell, of Philadelphia, and daughter, spent a few days with friends here. ** All the churches combined gave a grand union rally on May 31st, at the Second Baptist Church, for the benefit of the Seashore Home and Sanitarium, 132 N. Delaware avenue. All pastors, congregations and literaries were requested to be present and take part in the service. ** As usual there was rain on the 30th of May, Decoration day, but nevertheless, many persons took advantage of occasion to spend a few hours paying respect to the honored dead. ** Mrs. J. C. White, who spent uast week in the Queen-City-by-the-sea, returned to Philadelphia. ** Mr. W. P. Jackson, of the Receivingship Minneapolis, spent the 30th with his sister, Mrs. Holland, of the Summen Cottage. ** Mr. and Mrs. L. W. Still, of Ocean City, N. J.; Mr. J. Clark, of Ocean City; Mr. L. Holland, Jr., of Pleasantville and Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Robinson, of Richmond, Va., are some of the recent arrivals at Hotel Dale. ** Miss Ida Hayes, of New York, Miss Emma Brown, of Washington, D. C., are spending a few days at the Duquesne House. ** Mrs. Nathan White of the Summer, is recovering from the stroke of palsy. Weekly Budget of News. Springfield, Ill., Special—The Harlan law class, composed of young colored students, is progressing nicely, having been established only a few months ago. Hon. H. Clay Wilson, is tutor, The members are: C. S. Gibbs, G. W. Obie, J. S. Wilson, A. M. Williams, C. A. Ellis and E. L. Rogers. The class began work in Walker's American Law and has gotten to "Corporations." The recitations during the summer will be only twice a month. * * The oratorical contest given at the Union Baptist Church, May 28 ult., under the auspices of the Culture Club, was quite a success, there were seven contestants. All did well. Mr. York, whose subject was "The Obstacles of the Negro," won first prize, ($5 in gold). Mr. Douglass, "A True Perspective in Life," won second prize, a silver cup. Mr. Wilson, "The Perpetuity of the Republic," third prize. The select reading, "Education," by Miss Alene White, deserves special commendation. Mrs. Cook, who took part in the contest, had a splendid oration. The music by Professors Pettitt and Osborne was very nice. Mr. T. R. Thompson, who was master of ceremonies, deserves much credit for the way in which he carried out the program. The refreshments afterwards were delicious and abundant. * * The Freeman will contain all leading topics of interest—read it. For sale at Thompson Bros., Henderson grocery, 301 E. Crpenter, Boland's drug store, So. 11th St., 716^2. E. Washington St. * * Leland hotel boys should subscribe regularly for the Freeman, they will never miss it. * * Business people will get their money's worth by advertising in The Freeman. * * Mr. A. W. Naylor and Miss Ursa Walker, were married last Tuesday, in St. Louis, the home of the bride. Mr. Naylor is a bright young man of this city. A reception, gorgeous in every respect was tendered in the evening to their many friends, at the home of the groom, 830 S. 3d St. They will reside here. - The Freeman in Hot Springs, Ark. Copies of the Freeman can be found every Saturday at Robinson & Glover's barbershop 101 Malvern avenue. 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ATTEND TO YOUR EYES TO-DAY DO NOT DELAY.— —EXAMINATION Optical Goods at lowest prices. BURGHEIM'S 41 W. Washington Street, The Indiana Optical and Jewelry Central Creamery Wholesale and Retail Dealers and Manufacturers of Fruit Ices and Milk. Party, Pionto and Church Social Order 323 Indiana Avenue. E H. H. Progress Laundry 312 and 314 East Market Street. OFFICES.—622 E. Washington St.; 208 N. Illinois St.; 228 Mass. NEW and OLD 'PHONE 1121' Bell Boys this is the place THE PLACE TO GET LOWEST CUT PRICES IS AT GAULD THE DRU 48c to $1.50 50c to $2.50 Best grade of 25c WINES in the city. attention and every precaution taken to in. 229. ES DAY —EXAMINATION FREE. at lowest prices. HEIM'S Washington Street, Tical and Jewelry Co. creamery Co. and Manufacturers of Ice-Cream, to and Church Social Orders solicited. E H. H. MARTING. Laundry... East Market Street. 8 N. Illinois St.; 228 Massachusetts Ave. Bell Boys this is the place to go. ACE TO GET PRICES AT TO THE DRUGGIST Water Bottles..... 48c to $1.50 Fountain Syringes..... 50c to $2.50 Patent medicines at CUT PRICES. Best grade of 25c WINES in the city Prescription department given careful attention and every precaution taken to ensure accuracy. Phone New 723; Old 1829. The Indiana Optical and Jewelry Co. Central Creamery Co. Wholesale and Retail Dealers and Manufacturers of Ice-Cream. Fruit Ices and Milk. Party, Picnic and Church Social Orders solicited. 323 Indiana Avenue. E H. H. MARTING. OFFICES.—622 E. Washington St.; 208 N. Illinois St.; 228 Massachusetts Ave. NEW and OLD 'PHONE 1121 Bell Boys this is the place to go. THE PLACE TO GET LOWEST CUT PRICES GAULD THE DRUGGIST 601 Indiana Avenue Give us a call. Ask to see one of the finest and most complete line of PERFUMES in the city at prices that will surprise you Home Buying Made Easy. We will loan our members within twelve months from day of first monthly payment of $1,35 on each $1,000] any sum from $1,000 to $5,000, for the purpose of buying or build it home or paying off a mortgage, and they can it back at $4.62½ per month on $1,000. This includes principal, interest and all other expenses. This is loaning money at less than one per cent interest per annum. Remember 4½ cents day for 12 months places $1,000 in your name and you hold the Check Book. Call write for particulars. Open Saturday evening Homestead Loan & Investment ASSOCIATION, Room 57 Baldwin Blk' cor. Market & Delawar HALF FARE PLUS $2.00 for Base Ball Round Trip T Louisville & Na To Nearly All Round Trip Tickets Via Louisville & Nashville R. R. To Nearly All Points in ALABAMA, FLORIDA, GEORGIA, KENTUCKY, MISSISSIPPI, VIRGINIA, NORTH AND SOUTH CAROLINA, TENNESSEE. 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[Picture of a young man in a suit and tie]. [Name] THE BEST IN THE WORLD. ITRY IT, Fine IN BO For Health, F Wiedemann's Fine Beers IN BOTTLE OR KEG For Health, Flesh and Strength A Trial Order Will Convince You. E. H. RENT Indianapolis Branch. E. H. RENTSCH, Manager Indianapolis Branch, 920 E. Washington street We Want Your Order. Old Phone Main 2530. Write for Prices. Delivered to Any Part of C THE KEYSTONE A High Class Hotel for GENTLEMEN ONLY. ELECTRIC LIGHT, STEAM HEAT, HOT AND COLD BATHS. CAFE and SAMPLE ROOM ATTACHED. 8022 State Street, Chicago, Ill S. R. SNOWDEN Proprietor. Old Phone Main 2530. Write for Prices. Delivered to Any Part of City THE KEYSTONE A High Class Hotel for GENTLEMEN ONLY. ELECTRIC LIGHT, STEAM HEAT, HOT AND COLD BATHS. CAFE and SAMPLE ROOM ATTACHED. 3002 State Street, Chicago, Ill S. R. SNOWDEN Proprietor. Getting Warm Isn't It? Downtown Agency RAWITSCH & CO., Claypool Hotel. Books by Colored Writers, Books on the Colored Race by white AUTHORS. Read up on the all-absorbing Race Question. Send for the book from Catalogue in press. Correspondence with publishers solicited; books re- ceived in The Freeman. W.M. M. LEWIS, 300 Indiana ave., Indianapolis, Ind. Special Attention PaidJTo Private Family Trade. BILLIARD AND POOL IN ANNEX. TWENTY-FIRST ST. GO, ILL. The Jefferson Bar GEO. S. WILLIAMS, Proprietor. JAS. JACKSON, Entertainer. 715 Linden St., ST. LOUIS, MO Private Reception Rooms for Ladies and Special Parties. NOTIOE Any enterprising colored man can make money in St. Louis during the great World' Fair. The field is promising and offers wonderful inducements to men with money to invest. All inquiries along this line will receive immediate attention by sending your communications to the above address. JEFF, SMITH, Prop. GEO, FOUNTAIN Mgr MIXERS Jas, Williams, Chas. St. Clair. The Greeley Saloon Fine Wines, Liquors and Cigars Excursionists give us a call. Headquarters for sports. Ask for it, you'll get it. 1201 Morgan Street ST.LOUIS.MO emann's Beers OTTLE OR KEG Flesh and Strength NTSCH, Manager 920 E. Washington street ant Your Order. for Prices. Delivered to Any Part of City HEYSTONE High Class Hotel for EMEN ONLY. RAM HEAT, HOT AND COLD BATHS. 8022 State Street, Chicago, Ill OWDEN Proprietor. Isn't It? THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED CGLORED NEWSPAPER HOICE WINES, LIQUORS AND CIGARS PONEY MOORE Proprietor Thirty Elegantly Furnished Rooms, Cafe in connect ion. European Plan. Price Reasonable. Steam Bath, Electric Lig' t Bells, Heat and Speakin' Tubes in connection with every room. Little Minister Cigars A 10c Smoke for 5c---"That's Enough" SCHOMBERG CIGAR CO. 5 SOUTH ILLINOIS ST GEORGE BELL, Proprietor. oe Wines, Liquors and Cigars. Pool and Billard Parlor in connection. Trade solicited on merit of goods. Deserve Great Praise. The Chicago Walters' Local Union No. 509 are deserving of great praise and congratulations upon the signal and victory in their six weeks' fight with the firm of H. H. Kohlsaat & Co for the reinstatement of the crew of colored men who were discharged from the lunch room at 43-45 Dearborn street, followed by the installment of girls in their places on the third day of May. Every one of the eight places of this company are still closed and on one door the placard reads "This place will open for business July 15th," which, of course, is only a joke, for if satisfactory terms are not reached through the union the place will never open at all, according to the present strength and impregnable position of the union supported by the Federation of labor. The union now contro's every colored waiter in Chicago, and every member of local No. 509 are as full of enthusiasm and working spirit as a big school boy with The Greathouse 220 Indiana Avenue, INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA. Choice Liquors, Wines and Cigars Trade Solicited on Merit of Goods Pool and Billiard Parlors. .....New'Phone 8026 Prop. ARCHIE GREATHOUSE R. B. I Parkers Exchange Choice Imported and Domestic Wines, Liquors and Cigars Fine Pool AND Billiard Parlor. ROBERT B. PARKER, Prop. 527 Indiana Avenue, Phone 4257 new. Indianapolis, Ind. Ran Butler 462 | W. 15th St., INDIANAPOLIS, IND. Fine Wines, Liquors and Cigars. B. J. Taylor, Mgr. Headquarters for A. B. C. Baseball The New York Street SAMPLE ROOM AND CAFE. Nothing but Union Goods Handled. Oyster Soup free every Saturday night. Business Men's Lunch free from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Music afternoon and evenings. Stock & Recer, Proprietors, 401 West New York Street, Indianapolis, Ind. Phone 7002 Black. SMOKE Little Minist A 10c Smoke for 5c--- SMOKE Through the solicitation of quite a number of head and second waiters the FREEMAN'S Head and Second Waiter's National Prize Contest has been extended to We believe this is better for all concerned, and will allow THE FREEMAN to better receive the appreciation of the Hotel fraternity. This contest will POSITIVELY close July 1st. places both white and colored men were detailed to do picket duty at the different places, which necessitated some of them to be on duty from 4 o'clock in the morning, and those on picket early to-morrow morning have to sleep at headquarters. The story is told that when the alarm sounded at 4 o'clock in the morning for the picket to be off to duty the white men were up and gone before the colored man turned over, and after rubbing his sleepy eyes for five minutes he discovered he was alone' his first new suit of clothes. When the strike was ordered on Kohlsaat & Co.'s Head and Second Waiters SUMMARY Name. Location L. A. Walker. Hot Sp. Henry Feltenburg. Texar J. C Logan. Portla Benjamin R. Carle. Spokar John A. Gloster. Wilke C. H. Plummer. Union Thos. H. Frame. Salt R. N. H. Smiley. West R. George R. Wilson. DesM. W. Alonzo Locke. Calro Noah Chase. Soran C. B Coles. New Robert Granger. Zanes C. Lamar. Brook F. P. Thompson. New F. C. Brown. Chark C. C. Lewis. Louis Douglas Miller. DesM R. S Kittrell. Denver C. Saunders. St Pa Charles W. Dwyer. Minne C. H. Barton. Bloom John Venie. Washi J. Wesley Jones. Denver S. R. Wilson. Bruns Head and Second Waiters' National Prize Contest. SUMMARY. bridle of the milk man, stood on the wheel hub of the ice wagon and put up an argument with the bread wagon" that turn them all around, and they drive away, falling to make delivery of goods before the colored picket, in some instances, arrived at his post, all of which was done in defense of the colored waiters' positions in their fight for reinstatement at 43-45 Dearborn street. On the 10th of June Mr. Kohlsaat personally appeared at the headquarters of the joint board, 122 La Salle street, and spent four hours trying to reach an agreement with the colored men to let The white waiter was down on duty and many times had "swung on the him open up a new place, place all the discharged men from 48-45 Dearborn street in it, and sign the scale, pay the advance wages and grant the men shorter hours, etc. The board shook their head. "Nothing but an unconditional surrender of the position at 43-45 Dearborn street, sign the scale and the men would be allowed to return to work." He walked out saying nothing. A B. GARBER. Forest fires are raging in Maine, New York, New Hampshire, Vermont and New Jersey, and has filled the atmosphere with clouds of smoke, and making the daylight so dark, that in Philadelphia, cars were compelled to light up headlights at 3 p. m. L. D. Foster, formerly of the cafe Orient, in Delaware avenue, has opened a modern first class hotel at 21 and 23 N. Michigan avenue. Among the members of the Sons of OKE ster Cigars ----"That's Enough" GAR CO. 5 SOUTH ILLINOIS ST NOTICE. Important News. Atlantic City, N. J., Special. Ham Company, registered at the Foster House, are Manager Patterson, Miss Pauline Freeman, Miss Lucy Irwin, Dan Avery and Thomas Hardy. The grand rally of the churches and literaries at the Second Baptist, for the benefit of the Seashore Home and Santorium, was a grand success. The generous public contributed to the amount of $45.80. The stewards and stewardess' of Price's Memorial A. M. E. Zion Temple, tendered a welcome reception to the return of their pastor, Rev. C. D. Hazell, D. D. Prof. E. W. Hollandsworth was master of ceremonies. Welcome address in behalf of the local ministry by Rev. D. J. Raynor; for trustees, by Mr. L. Gray; for ladies, by Mrs. Dr. Fletcher; for stewards, Mr. J. P. Goodwin; an address also by Mr. W. H. Vancleave; for the clergy, Rev. E. Jenkins of Second Baptist church, Rev. W. D. Cook of St. James A. M. E. Church, Rev. Mr. Mitchell of Presbyterian Mission, Rev. S. J. Solley being absent, sent his welcome. They were responded to by Rev. C. D. Hazel, D. D., pastor of Price Memorial Temple. Solors were served in Miss Lottie Sterling, Miss Jennie Saunders, Mrs. B. Watson and Mrs. Dr. Fletcher. Supper was served in the vestry at the close of program. This is the third year of his pastorate in this city. Dr. Vick, of the Queen City Pharmacy, of Charlotte, N. C., is in the city with the view of establishinsh business here. Mrs. Chas. Shepard, clerk of the Fred Douglass Insurance Co., has been quite ill for two weeks. Mr. E. B. Terry, a recent graduate of Howard Medical school of Washington, D. C., is at home. Mr. Steven Frayer, age 73, of the Martin Delaney Post of the G. A. R., was buried from Price Memorial on the third of June, with G. A. R. honors. The surprise given to the Seashore Home and Sanitarium on Delaware avenue, with a silver offering, proved very successful. Among those present were Mrs. Dr. Morris, Miss Minnie Brown of Iowa, Miss Mamie Brown of Y's National Prize Contest. MARY. Location. Subscribers. Springs, Ark. 52 Kokane, Ark. 39 Band, Oregon. 24 Anne, Wash. 15 Desbarre, Pa. 25 Town, Pa. 20 Lake City, Utah. 22 Superior, Wis. 9 Oolines, Iowa. 6 B, Ill. 5 Boston, Pa. 3 Haven, Conn. 2 Keville, Ohio. 7 Klyn, N Y. 1 York City, N. Y. 1 Weston, W. Va. 7 Eville, Ky. 1 Oolines, Iowa. 1 Ber, Col. 2 Nui, Minn. 1 Capolls, Minn. 2 Washington, Ill. 4 Wington, D. C. 1 Ber, Col. 1 Awick, Ga. 1 Stanton, Va., Miss. Constance Cabbel, Mr. T. S. Boone, Mr. Alexander Tailor, and many others. After the pleasant surprise, the party were served with refreshments. Mrs. John Williams and son, left to visit her mother in Philadelphia. Mr. Caleb Lauman, of Dale's Bar, paid a visit to his family in Baltimore. Arrivals at the Rippa Villa college, 1904 Arctic avenue: Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Taylor, Lincoln University; Mrs. E. Burgess, Baltimore, Md.; Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Button, Philadelphia; Mr. Edward Martin, Philadelphia; Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Johnson, Washington, D. C.; Mrs. Sayder Lee, New York. Mis Rosa Diggs is visiting her mother at Hotel Dale. Mr. S. S. Furr, of Philadelphia, the Painless Cheropist, is in the city, at 41 N. Kentucky avenue. Rev. L. C. Jordan, of Louisville, Ky., spent a few days in the Queen-City-by-the-sea, at the Debity. Miss Jennie Reed and Miss Daisy Brown, of New York, and Mr. W. F. Sedgewick, of Marlboro, Md., are stopping at the Hotel Dale. Rev. Johnson, of Alexandria, is in the city over Sunday. Of a class of one hundred and twenty-five (125) recently graduated from grammar grades, five (5) were colored. They were Miss Bessie Turner, Miss Isabelle Barrow, Miss Fannie McGuinn, Viola Satchell and Charles Deaver. Chattanooga, Tenn., Special.-At 11 a. m., Tompkins A. M. E. Zion Church, Rev A. Jos. Gorham, A. B., preached an able sermon. His hearers were greatly impressed. In the rally, the sum of $400 was raised. The choir delighted the audience. * * The B. Y. P. U. is having excellent meetings. J. T. Trimble, President. * * Prof. Hunt, traveling agent for the Y. M. C. A., is here, doing good work for his cause. * * At 11 a. m., Congregational Church, Rev E. J. Smith, pastor, preached a fine sermon to an attentive audience, and they thought much upon it, as he expounded the great word of God. Music by the choir was grand. * * At 8:30 p. m., St. Elmo A. M. E. Zion Church, Rev R. I. Apostle, pastor, preached an excellent sermon to a large congregation. * * At 8:30 p. m., Monumental Baptist Church, Rev G. W. Ward, pastor, preached an able sermon to the pleasure of a large congregation, as all eyes and attention were fixed upon the speaker. The choir rendered excellent music, too. * * At 8:30 p. m., Wiley Memorial M. E. Church, Rev J. W. Fate, D. D., pastor, in a most eloquent manner, treated his congregation to a profound sermon. He has done much good. * * At 8:30 p. m., Friendship Baptist Church, Rev M. Burt, pastor, preached an arousing sermon to a fine audience. Deacon E. Frazier, the great church builder and leader, was present. * * Mr. Chas B. McClelland, (Messenger for Chattanooga National bank), now on a vacation en route for --- Interesting Items. Memphis, Little Rock, Ark., and Hot Springs, to visit friends. We wish him a pleasant trip. * * Miss Lula Willis has just arrived from Jecksonville, Fla., where she has been for some time. Weekly Items. Lebanon, Ky., Special—Miss Matilda Vancleve has been the guest of Mrs. M. J. Sansbury, returned to Springfield, Sunday the 7th. * * Miss A. Gundy, who has been attending school at Lexington, passed through on her way to Springfield Saturday the 6th. * * Mrs. Kate Punette left for Louisville to remain for a while. * * Mrs. E. G. Lamb was called to the bed-side of a sick brother at Paris, Ky. She left Sunday the 7th ult. * * Mr. Slaughter Shuck and Mr. William Hughes, have opened a fine cafe on Spaulding avenue. * * Mr. James Maxwell and Miss Anna Carter returned from Berea, last week. * * Rev. Sidney Penick, of Indianapolis, preached us a splendid sermon at the Zion Church, Sunday night the 7th. * * Thos. A. Brown, M. D., preached a most acceptable sermon at the Street Church, 3 o'clock, Sunday afternoon. * * Rev. Wm. McElroy administered communion. * * There will be a grand reception and banquet, given in honor of Bishop G. W. Clinton, at the Zion Church, Saturday night, the 13th inst. Personal and News Notes. Muncie Ind., Special. Rev. W. H. Taylor visited his sister at Indianapolis, one day last week. ** * Misses Celia Hart and May White, were elected delegates to the Sunday School Convention from the A. M. E. S. S., which is to be held June 24 and 25, at Marion, Ind. ** * Mrs. Taylor, wife of Rev. Taylor, attended the session of the Mite Missionary, at Crawfordsville. last Wednesday and Thursday. ** * A choir musical was given at A. M. E. Church, Monday and Tuesday evening, June 8 and 9. ** * Sunday will be Rally Day at A. M. E. Church. ** * Rev. Warren preached an excellent sermon at First St. M. E. Church, Sunday afternoon, at 3 p. m., the occasion being a rally for the A. M. E. Church, to purchase a parsonage. ** * Miss Grace Patterson, of Crawfordsville, is the guest of her sister, Miss LaFrance Patterson. ** * Mr. Crowder and Beecher Hart, were in Muncie, Sunday. ** * Mr. Ed. Davis, of Columbus, Ind., spent Sunday in this city, the guest of friends and relatives. ** * Miss Louise Scott has as her guest, Miss Lewellen, of Anderson. ** * Muncie and Anderson ball teams crossed bats at West Side Park, Sunday afternoon. Pick-Up Items. Stanford, Ky., Special.—The closing exercise of the public schools were held in the opera house last evening. Quite a large crowd attended from adjoining towns. Dr. Tardiff, its able principal, assisted by an efficient corps of teachers, have done much toward bringing this school upon an equality with any other school in the state. The program was skillfully handled, and everybody enjoyed the same. * **Mr. James Cook, one of the rising young men** of the city, and brother of Mrs. Florence Cook Stepp, died last week at his mother's residence, after a brief illness. * *** Rev. J. H. Wood, of Danville, Ky., delivered an able and impressive sermon to the Odd Fellows lodge, last Sunday. * *** Mr. James Middleton, our leading tailor, is out again after two weeks illness. * *** A large crowd came over from Danville to the commencement. Among them was Miss Deolia Gash. * *** Miss Pinky Gash and Mr. John Green, of Danville, spent Thursday with Mr. James Middleton. Weekly News Items: Orange, N. J., Special—The Deacons' Union of the State, convened in the Cavalry Baptist Church, Sunday afternoon, May 31. The sermon was preached by Rev. E. V. Hare, pastor of Bethesda Baptist Church, at Newark. A collection was taken for the needy. J. Harris, president of the union, was master of ceremonia. A large congregation attended. * * Mrs. O. J. E. Blanchard made a visit to New Haven, Conn., to attend a party given in honor of Mrs. Lucy S. Newton's birthday, June 1. * * Thursday evening, June 4 the dramatic club of Mt. Olive Baptist Church, gave a drama for the benefit of the church, which was highly beneficial and interesting. The cast continued fifteen persons. * * F. C. James is proprietor of the Bowling Green restaurant. Mr. James says The Freeman is the paper to read. * * Get the Freeman at Allen's barber shop, 58 South St. News Note. Wewoka, I. T., Special—On account of rain, crops are delayed. * * Edmond Davis was drowned while trying to cross the river here. * * The river is high and many cattle have been drowned Bottom land farms are ruined. * * Rev. Barclay has returned from Ardmore, where he met the district conference. * * T. Knight has left the city. * * A revival begun at the A. M. E. Church the second Sunday. Rev. J. C. Dumas, assisted. Pennsylvania Lines Daily through couch service to West Baden and French Lick Springs via Goosport, commencing May 10, 1903. Through couch will leave Indianapolis daily at 4:45 a. m.; ar- nale will West Baden 8:40 a. m.; French Lick 8:45 a. m.; Red Baden coach will leave French Lick daily at 5:45 a. m.; West Baden 5:50 a. m.; arrive at Indianapolis 9:45 a. m. Bar-Keeper's Friend Metal Polish AN INFALLIBLE UP-TO-DATE ARTICLE USED BY MORE PEOPLE THAN ALL OTHER METAL POLISHES COMBINED One-pound Box 25 cts, at Druggists an Dealers. THE FREEMAN - JOLOKED NEWSPAPER. 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THE HISTORICAL AND LITERARY CONGRESS. The ninth annual Historical and Literary Congress conducted by Bishop Abraham Grant at Indianapolis, last week, is now a matter of history for the A. M. E. church and incidently for the race since its doings embraced a large scope of work other than that with which the stricter church has to do. It is fairly useless to repeat that the work of the congress proved an uplift for the race. The eager throngs that attended the sessions throughout were evidence of the necessity for meetings wherein are gathered the leaders of thought on the race situations, which, without doubt, is uppermost in the minds of the thoughtful as proven by the profound attention to the addresses along that line. The array of scholarly men that sat under the gavel of Bishops Turner, Tanner, Lee, Grant, Tyree, Arnett was calculated to inspire confidence, and they received the most respectful attention and consideration. Throughout the sessions there permeated the one idea, and that, that the calmest, coolest judgment should prevail in this the acknowledged crucial test of the race's civil existence in America. The timely advice thrown out to the colored people as well as the appeal to the whites have done much to create a better understanding of the situation by the colored people, many of whom are not altogether free of little civil sins, seemingly small, but which are malignant; sins of omission and commission, among which is the indifference to conventional rules, street conduct, street car conduct, picnic conduct, all of which will stand much attention. The congress left the impression that the Negro must rely on the Negro more, respect him more, setting forth the only logical conclusion, that respect begets respect. Bishop Arnett expressed himself satisfactorily on that phase of the subject Bishop Turner knows nothing else. Bishop Grant is known for his views on the point and Bishop Tyree proved it in his very excellent address. Judging by the many expressions let fall by the members of the congress the pulpit of the A. M. E. church has been vastly benefitted by the reading and discussion of the many excellent papers. The liberality of views, opinions and sentiment was a marked feature of the sessions. The varied subjects were capable of profound thought along their chosen lines, and showed that a purpose ran through them all, and very much to the credit of those who conceived the program. The community has gained by having the event in its midst. The Indianapolis News in a recent issue did some plain talking on the racial situation; it gave credit to those whom it was due, but it insisted that there was a sort of insolence of manners noted in many of the colored people that the whites will not endure. The News is eminently correct in its observation. As shown in the race to one another it is simply malignant, and as shown to whites it is somewhat modified at times and for certain reasons, but at that it is yet bad and not to be endured. Politeness is not cringing nor fearful; it is manly, womanly; it marks the courageous individual and not the coward as too many are in the habit of thinking. A memorial monument to Negro slaves and their descendants, in recognition of valuable domestic and patriotic services before and during the revolutionary war, the first of its kind to be erected in the United States, was dedicated June 14 at Barrington, R. I. The monument is a white quartz bowler, buttressed at the corners by large black stones, emblematic of the interpendent relations of the white and black races, and bears a tablet inscribed: "In memory of Negro slaves and their descendants who faithfully served Barrington families." The Business League is a business incentive. THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. The National Negro Business League will be held in Nashville, Tenn., Aug. 19, 20 and 21. This is the movement of which Booker T. Washington is president. From all indications the sessions will have greater attendance than heretofore, and the interest will also be greater owing to the incentive given to colored business men and also because of the crying demand for consideration along that line. Nashville will be an ideal meeting place owing to its central location; it is in easy reach of those localities where the colored people are in great numbers. The summer school at Normal for teachers and graduates will open June 22d and continue to July 31st. We offer one of the most flattering opportunities for review study in all the English branches, also on advanced lines in pedagogy, language, mathematics, history and science. Provision is made for typewriting, stenography, art and music. Special attention given to methods in teaching, etc. Come and enjoy six weeks of friendly study in this quiet retreat unsurpassed for natural beauty. W. H. Councill, president. Mayor Bookwalter says that he is making an earnest effort to furnish protection to all citizens regardless of color, and, from what can be seen and heard, it is not only talk. There are evidences in sight showing that the police force is active and on to the situation. Loud mouth colored men should take note and help in the matter rather than hunting trouble. Hon. George W. White, ex-congressman, says Negroes should stay out of politics. He didn't see that way when he was elected to congress.—Plain Dealer, Palestine, Tex. It may be that he is wiser now—at any rate the advice is not so bad. Politics incidentally and not the whole thing, perhaps, would be an acceptable amendment. Barrington, R. 1., has done a good thing in erecting a memorial monument to the slaves and their descendants that have served the families of that place. It is about the first distinct recognition or the slaves noted. The act is touching; it preaches. Recent advices received in London from Liberia announce that Arthur Barclay has been elected president of that republic. Who is Arthur Barclay? Give us more light: The sixth annual session of the National Afro-American Council will be held at Louisville, Ky., July 1 to 3. Many important questions will be up for consideration. The outlook for attendance is very good. Louisville will next entertain the Afro-American Council, July 1 to 3. That city should bear in mind the great meet in Indianapolis; it will be hard to overcome. Hon. T. Thomas Fortune is coming all the way from the Philippines to preside at the Afro-American Council meeting in Louisville, Ky., July 1 to 3. The famous chambermaid was nonsuited in her action for damages because the hotel keeper opened her telegram. She felt humiliated, hence the tears. If W. R. Hearst of newspaper fame intends to become a candidate for the Presidency, he should have his name changed at once. Now its an insurance company to insure against strikes; it will have its hands full of business some of these days. Dan Carter keeps them moving; he is an Indianapolis policeman, colored, who beats the black belt. The Business League will meet in Indianapolis next year, that is if we can have our way. A white man has no use for white man if he has nothing.—Bishop Tyree Get what the white folk want.—Booker T. Washington. Bungaloolism is to go. Mayor Bookwalter says so. Miss Susie Smith, daughter of Bishop Smith of the African M. E church, a piano pupil of Director Alberto Jonas and Mrs. Elsa von Grave-Jonas of the Michigan Conservatory of Music, gave a graduation recital in the hall of that institution Wednesday afternoon. Miss Smith is a very talented young woman, playing exceptionally well, and in the theory and harmony class, standing at the head of her fellow students. Her graduation program embraced Chopin, Raff, Rubinstein, Moskowski and Glinka Balakirew.—Detroit News-Tribune. The Freeman papers can be found every Saturday at Lou. Washington's restaurant and lunch-room, 5528 Lake avenue, Chicago, Ill.; phone 1154, Isaac Toulbert, News Agent. The Historical and Literary Congress The Congress was a success from every point of view. Springfield, Ill., was chosen as the place for the next session after a spirited contest with Evanston, Ill. Bishops Turner, Arnett, Lee, Grant, Tanner and Tyree were in attendance, who presided in turn. The bishops were at their best. Rev. C W. Roberts of Bloomington, Ind., cousin of Dr. D. P. Roberts, was one of the notable figures of the congress. Rev. R. Seymour believes that ritualism in the church is not destructive of spiritualism: he sticks to the episcopacy of his church. Rev. N. J. McCracken says that ritualism reduces animation, not spiritualism Bishop Lee was extremely hard to interview. He is a vigorous specimen of man—a bronze Norse Viking. On being asked about the racial situation replied, "Oh its simply a man question." A man question? What does he mean? The war for the supremacy of race? Of men? The people would like to know more of this new version or an old one newly served. "The ability and choice of man to counteract heredity and environment" by Rev R C. Ransom, D. D., of Chicago was one of the great subjects, but, unfortunately, it was not discussed. It bears directly on the race question in America. Dr. Ransom begins with the now, the present man, complete in himself as an organism uninfluenced by the past. The paper was one of the very best—sublime in its simplicity. Bishop B. T. Tanner, D D, the light of the Bench so considered from a literary view point. His original poem was apt and fitting. His son, Henry Ossian Tanner, is the great Negro painter He has pictures in the Paris Salon. "No race can succeed without respecting and appreciating its leaders. The men must come from within to do the redeeming"—Bishop Arnett. Bishop Tyree lives up to his reputation as the ready speaking bishop. His address was one of the features of the congress. The audience could have stood him for the whole evening. A popular young minister, Rev. Ge. T. Shaw, Lagrange, Ill., where he is serving his fifth year. The papers read, as a whole, were all that could have been expected of them. Some were particularly brilliant The subjects were fitting, and the discussions that followed were void of that acrimony that so often mars the good results of such occasions. The pulpit of the A. M. E church has been vastly benefitted by the meeting; it was the concensus of the opinions of the members. Mrs. Francis Joseph of New Orleans, an educator, addressed the congress. She has travelled in Europe and has had experiences rich with information. She is on the rescue order, standing between those of tender years and the prison. The greetings from Canada by Rev. A. W. Hackley were a gem. Rev. J. A. Jones of Pulaski read one of the great papers on education. He grows on his audience. Bishop Turner, Dean of the Beech—to Africa four times—an African emigrationist—was commissioned by Abraham Lincoln as chaplain in the United States army. The audience gave him the Chautauqua salute. His lecture, as Bishop Grant said, was the best from him since he has recovered from his illness. He is the "idol" of the church and of the race. All love him. The business men of Indianapolis were introduced Friday afternoon. Bishop Turner delivered a well received address. A street car party of seventy-seven called at Bishop Grant's home, where refreshments were served. Rev. Theophilus Price and wife and Rev. Louis Ratcliffe and wife were in attendance. Rev. Levi E. Christy, formerly of Indianapolis, where he taught in the public schools and founded the "Indianapolis World," was in attendance. He expects to visit Jerusalem in the near future. Bishop Grant, born in 1848 in an ox cart, somewhere in Florida, was clerk in grocery store, stewart in cafe, took course in missionary school, started a school, county commissioner in Duvall county in 1876, inspector of port of customs, preached over a circuit that now requires ten men. Rev. A. L. Murrav of Chicago was assigned what may be considered one of the most difficult subjects on the program, owing to its limitless range, but the congress will have to admit that he handled his subject well. He left a favorable impression on his audience. Noah W. Williams, pastor at Greencastle, is one of the youngest pastors. Mrs. Catharine Downs Tillman, wife of Rev. G. M. Tillman of St. John's A. M. E church, is quite a writer. She writes short stories and poems. Revs. Stewart and Allen are Indianapolis boys. They are gems in the ministerial constellation. Rev. W. S. Brooks of the Iowa Conference is called the Swede. He has been abroad. He is acquainted with the Danish and Norwegian languages, besides the classics, Greek and Latin. His paper was well received. "Indianapolis is always ready and willing to welcome to her streets any man or woman who desires to elevate himself or herself."—Charles A. Bookwalter. Dr. J. I. Lowe is known as the dollar king. He represents the Eighth Episcopal District — was ordained deacon with Bishop Grant thirty years ago — was the largest man in the congress, and has a voice like a fog horn, which he uses to good advantage. He is a man of intelligence and is held in high esteem by his colleagues. He is of Pine Bluff. Ark. Some candidates for the Bench—Dr. H. T. Johnson of Philadelphia, Dr. D. W. Gillislee, Jacksonville, Fla., Dr. J. M. Townsend, Indiana Dr. R. French Hurley, now of the New Jersey Conference, was early on the scene taking an active part in the congress. He is a candidate for secretary of the mission board. Give a short, condensed statement of the racial situation and your notion of the remedy: "The situation of the race is not without gravity, but it is by no means hopeless. Distranchising of the Negro is dealing a stunning blow to the race, yet out of it good will ultimately come. If he does not struggle to meet the requirements laid down for his restoration by means of securing education and property he will, on account of the pressure, move to more congenial olimies. Many of them are being educated and are acquiring property, which is a very healthful sign. The remedy is to secure property, acquire an education and improve in moral life"—Bishop Tyree. Mr. George L. Knox made a neat little speech, stating to the congress that it had left its impress for the good on the community. Rev. D. E. Butler, publisher of the 'Northwestern Vine' of Minneapolis, Minn., attended the congress. He gave the response to Mayor Charles A. Bookwalter's welcome address. Dr. H. T. Johnson was one of the big guns of the congress. Editor H. T. Kealing is one of the darlings of the church. He is a gifted speaker—talks and never tires. A bunch of learned men, some of whom will be bishops some day—Townsend, Johnson, Christy, Carey, McCracken, Brooks, Ransom, Seymour, Booth and Reeves. A few intellectual giants—Reeves, Carey, Johnson, Gillislee, Brooks, Sheen-Witty men—Bishops Tyree, Arnett and Grant in order named Savants—Bishops Tanner and Turner. Singing men — Bishops Tyree and Grant. Bishop Grant received many valuable testimonials in honor of his long and honorable church career, among which were the following: A 400-day clock in a glass case from the Michigan Conference; presented by Rev. R. Seymour. A horse from the Indiana Conference. A buggy from the Iowa Conference. Statue with pedestal from the Springfield District. Silver candalabra from Quincy, Ill. District. A silver fern dish from J. A. Thompson, Baltimore, Md. A gold lined silver mug by R. J. M. Long of Metropolis, Ill. Gold eye glasses by Dr. B. T. Watson, secretary of the church extension. Silk umbrella by St. Stephens, Chicago, Ill, Rev. W. S Brooks presenting. Fur robe, Calro District. A 62-piece chest of silver by Quinn Chapel of Chicago, Dr. A. J. Carey presenting. A silver coffee urn, tray, sugar and cream pieces from Bethel church, Chicago, Rev. A. L Murray presenting. Rev. Morris Lewis of Indianapolis was charge d'affairs; he acquitted himself well. The bishopric class of 1888 at Indianapolis was as follows: Grant, Arnett, Gaines and Tanner. They are known as the "Big Four." They were all present. Wilberforce was the mecca after the congress. Atkinson College, Madisonville, Ky. Twelve years ago Rev. George B. Walker. Dr. E. H. Curry and other prominent members of the Kentucky A. M. E. Zion Conference began a small educational work at Madisonville, Ky. They named it the Madisonville High School. Later, through the influence of Dr. Walker, two prominent white gentlemen, viz., Messrs. J. B. Atkinson and I. Balley, representing the St. Bernard and Reinecke Coal Companies of Earlington, Madisonville and vicinity, took substantial interest in this work. After being operated as a high school for two or three years it was chartered by Dr. Walker, its first president, and the Trustee Board under the title of the Atkinson Literary and Industrial College. Four years ago Bishop George W. Clinton, D D., was made president and Prof. Samuel E. Duncan, A B., a grad- Will buy a share of non-assessable stock in The Wilgera Oil & Gas Co. WITH A CAPITAL STOCK OF $50,000 Controlling over 500 ACRES oil and gas belt of Ohio. The wells on their track and are prepared A $2.00 In May quadruple itself before the RIED OFFICERS to eat up the develop a great industrial enterprise, will be An Immense M In a year's time your $2.00 will be WRITE FOR H WILGERA OIL Controlling over 500 ACRE$ of Oil and Gas lands in the rich oil and gas belt of Ohio. The company already owns two gas wells on their track and are preparing to put more wells. May quadruple itself before the first of September. 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F C LONG HOW TO MAKE MONEY Many people with a small surplus allow it to be frittered away or to earn nothing from lack of experience, or from a feeling that, with their small sum nothing worth while can be done. Every Lady Read This. Years ago when I was a sufferer, an old nurse told me of a wonderful cure for Leucorrhea, Displacement, Painful Periods, Uterine and Ovarian troubles. It cured me in one month. It is a simple harmless lotion that can be prepared by any one having the recipe. I will send it Free to every suffering sister who writes to me. I have nothing to sell. This is a case of woman helping woman. I send it Free, Address Mrs. A. B. Hudnut, South Bend, Ind. uate of Livingstone College, was made principal. Three other teachers were chosen to conduct this school. When the present management took hold of the work it had an enrollment of less than fifty and only eight in the boarding department. Under the new management the Girl's Dormitory was enlarged and remodeled, the grounds were put in good shape and the enrollment ran up to ninety-two. On the 22d of last February the three buildings, viz., the girl's dormitory, the boy's dormitory, recitation rooms and chapel with the dining hall, kitchen and laundry were entirely consumed by fire. Only the furniture of the girl's dormitory, kitchen and dining hall was saved. Since the burning of the buildings Bishop George W Clinton, the president, has undertaken the task to raise money to erect new buildings and purchase a more favorable and larger site. The bishop has had fairly good success in securing cash and reliable subscriptions. On the 12th inst. Bishop George W Clinton and Treasurer I. W. Selectman purchased a new site consisting of $32 acres of valuable land in the suburbs of Madisonville, having on it a spacious 12 room dwelling, several small houses, a large barn and other improvements at a cost of $4,000. This gives the management of Atkinson College one of the best school properties owned by Negroes in the State. The Freeman will give a full sketch and out of this school in the near future. Way back in the year 1858 the Original Ozonized Ox Marrow was used by colored people in the North and is now used all over the country from Maine to Texas and Oregon to Florida. The continued use of the preparation for such a long period of time is a positive proof that it gives perfect satisfaction to all. It makes kinky or curly hair straight, soft and beautiful. Stops falling hair, cures dandruff and makes the hair grow. Never fails. Warranted harmless. Only 50 cents a bottle. Get it from your dealer or send us 50 cents and we will ship you a bottle express paid. Address Ozonized Ox Marrow Co., 76 Wabash ave., Chicago, Ill. --- Whips Robes Horse Clothing Used in 1858. of Oil and Gas lands in the rich company already owns two gas spring to put down more wells. Investment first of September. 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In mind that all letters, etc., in transit between the United States and Canada, must be prepaid, otherwise they are not forwarded. NOTICE...Advertised letters will be held in The Freeman Post Office for NOUR WEEKS ONLY hereafter. Alten, Miss Maud Britton, Miss Grace Britton, Mrs Mad Churra, Miss Min'le Ehrl Mrs Deine Miss Annie Dudley, Miss Jessie Edmonds, Miss Bertie Frances, Miss C Garay, Miss Lillian Harris Mrs Eliza Lions, Laura Mittell, Estelle Mittell, Emma Morton, Clara Marion, Mrs Glenn Mittell, Miss Maud Moss, Miss Lana Owen, Mrs Helen Helen Scudder, Miss Clara Perry, Mrs Edna M Robinson, Mad J M Anderson, Ed Alexander, Chas F 2 Albton, L B Bostwick, W. G. Bone, Sherman Burton, S. E. Brown, Allie Chaen, and Petitt Cisel and Glues Carter, W. S Cross, Tom Carroll, W Carril, W Cary, James T Chayrocks, Buddy Donaldson, F B Davidson, Joe Edguy, Guay Jagiel, A J Freeman, Will Fiddler, Harry Fernando, Jas T Geyser, Hery Gant, Robert Gilson, E Heater, E Highes, H Braun, Gheo Hoges, Chas Honsy, Goldie Honey, Beverley Hollins, W Housey, Angelo Housley, G W Jordan, J W Jew, W J Johnson, Sam Kitchle, N Kraton, Harry Lewis, George Langford, Kid McCoy, Geo. McCurdy, Chas McCarver, Howard Moppi, Pau McCow, D W McCamore, Henry McCammon, Henry Moore, John P Molone, H W Oliver, Jack "J" Oliver, Big Min. Show Ollerrin, Sydney Price, J. W Price, Oliver D Pittman, James Primrose, Mr Powell, John Pittman, Joe Prudence, Oliver Quin, Geo W Russell Lacola G Kawles, Henry Ray, Harry Steward, Wm Sherman, James E Stetson's Van Singer Simpson, Fred Sh elda Sh Augusta Tatt, D White The Websters The Fosters Pittsburgh Tulver, Ed Tulver, Ray Ver Valin, Chancey Wirkb "J" William, Richard Washington, D E Wilson, Rufus P. G. Lowery 4-Paws & Sells' Bros.' Circus- Monemeine, Mich. Hill; 22; Escanaba, 22; Marquette, 24; Ishpening, 25; Hancock, 26; Calumet, 27. WILLIAMS a WALKER's "In DAHOMO" Co- CULIAN and Eng. indefinite. CULIAN & Mongam's Minstrels—Grenellin.La. June 21; Mer.ngo, 22; Iowa City, 23; West Liberty, 24; Moline, 115; 25; Genesco, 26; Spring Valley, 27. A RABBIT's Foot Co.—Douglasville, Ga., June 26; Rockmont, 22; Gedartown, 23; Marietta, 26; home 22; Lalton, 27. Billy McClain has returned to Indianapolis. Chauncey Ver Valin is keeping a swell hotel in Chicago. Hello, Tom Logan! Blow low. Al. E. and Mamie Holman. Al. E. Holman and his summer show will open about June 21. Frank Clermont and Chas. R. Parker will arrive in Chicago July 1. Mahara's Minstrels are doing the banner business of the season throughout North Dakota. Tom Logan is at 131 West Green street, Louisville, Ky. He opens at Ninaweb Park, June 8th. "Shine" Edwards, an Indianapolis boy, is with the Williams and Walker company in London, England. Gudger and Hollady will join hands for the season of 1903 in their refined act "Shakespeare in Comedy." Messrs. Shelton and Crable, of the Montgomery Bros.'s show, were pleasant Freeman callers last week. Elwood C. Knox, of the Freeman, was in hicaCao last week, a guest of that good fellow, Poney Moore. Billy Miller, the advanced monologue, and Miss Cassie Brown are at the Marquette Theater this week. William Denman Francisco, of New York City, was in Indianapolis Monday with the Webber and Fields Co. Williams and De Vine have closed at the Domino Theater, Fernandina and opened at Minaweb Park, Louisville, Ky. A. Brooks has arrived in New Orans, La., from Havana, Cuba, and will like to hear fro Augustus Stevens. H R Rice, singing comedian, lateideon's minstrels, is spending hislon at his home, 804 Corn street,ence, Kas. --- THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER The team formerly known as Inman and Moore is now Inman and Davis, Mr. Davis filling the vacancy made by the death of Mr. Moore. Major Ben F. Payne sends regards to E. C. Knox, Jessie Ringgold, Lloyd Cooper, Manager Gideon, J. E. Adams, the Mozart street friends and others. Frank Clermont, bandmaster for Richard Pringle's famous Georgia Minstrels (director of Messrs. Rusco-Holland), can place a few good musicians to complete the largest and best selected band that was ever perfected to travel from July 1 to 8. Address 336 Twenty-seventh street, Chicago, or Benton Harber, Mich., indefinitely, care of the above company. Notes from Sig Sautell's Big Side Show and Museum, under the management of Mr. James A. Morrow, one of the best men in the business.—This show opened May 1, and is doing good business. The management is well pleased with the colored minstrel and brass band. The company is as follows: Lunford Davis, band leader; B. F. Stevens, trombone; Will Wilson, solo cornet; Geo. Booth, solo alto; Ed Wood, first alto; James Lewis, baritone; Sam Lemons, tuba; Walter Howard, clarinet; Daniel Brewer, snare drum; John Curtis, bass drum, Remember Stuard Carter, with his one man band. Walter Howard is making a big hit singing "Ding Ling Ling." Daniel Brewer is making good with a monologue. Will Wilson, the female impersantor, is receiving much aplause, assisted by Eddie Wood. Lunford Davis would like to hear from Jas. H. Harris and all friends. Notes from P. G. Lowrey's Progressive Musical Enterprise No. 2, with Luella Forepaugh Fisk's Wiid West Show.—We are now in our eighth week, and business still continues good, despite the rain. Packed tents at every performance is a common occurrence. With the big one our vaudeville show is the talk of each city where we have played, and P. G. Lowrey deserves much credit for bringing such a company together. Mr. Hugo, our genial manager, is always pleased with the way in which we carry ourselves, and we all like him very much. Roster of company: H. Quallie Clark, solo cornet and director; Geo. Williams, solo cornet; John (Pap) Adams, first alto; Frank Morton, second alto; Steven Adams, haritone; Harry Morton, first trombone; John Mobley, second trombone; Fred Morton, tuba; Wm. Johnson and Albert Hutt, battery. Ladies—Misses, Sallie Lee, Daisy Lee, Sanderson, Essie Williams, singers. Notes from the New Orleans Minstrel.—Everybody is well, and business is better than ever. James Wise is still spelling chicken nightly. Chas. Williams is singing "Things Ain't the Same, Babe," and "I am Coming Home," and seems to please the audience. Miss Hattie Garlin is singing with success. Eva Edward Stafford, the kind from Charleston, is still singing "Let Me Sleep." Miss Nettie Goff, with her trombone solos, leaves them screaming nightly. H. S. Smith, the chicken king, don't fail to get his share of applause nightly. Patty Roberson is singing "Home Ain't Nothing Like This," and making the hit of his life. Mr. W. M. Garlen, our silvervoiced tenor, is singing "Just a Chain of Daisies" with success. Our olo opens with the Acme Quartet. Then Lester McDaniel, the bicycle king; Williams and Stevens, Jinnie Wise, Garden and Goff; big four, Stafford, Smith, Sims and Roberson, and the Watts, Lena and Will. Our show closes with "Bad Mike's Mishap." * McCamon and Johnson made a flying visit home Sunday to see their mothers at Knoxville, Tenn., and joined Monday evening at Asheville, N. C. * Williams and Stevens sends regards to Williams and Devine, D. Iland Thomas and Napoleon Johnson. Notes from the Domino Theater, Fernandina, Fla.—Miss May Lang closes this week and goes to New York City for treatment. * * Miss Virgie D'Or is making good and becoming popular. * * Prof. Albert Carroll, our efficient pianist, is a splendid acquisition, and is giving satisfaction. * * Miss Minnie Carroll is making a big hit with her male impersonations. * * Bobble Russell came over from Jacksonville Thursday and made us all happy with his late songs and funny sayings. * * John Alexander (props) has recovered from his recent illness and is at his post. * * Our professional friends at Jacksonville are coming over to pay us a visit Sunday. * * Miss Sarah Price, the talented comedienne and charming soubrette, opened here last week, and is a pronounced hit. * * Our John Dennis still retains the unique position of the axis upon which the show turns, and bears his responsibility with a commendable modesty. * * Miss Stella Jones, our worthy treasurer, is at home when exchanging tickets for cash. * * Williams and De Vine are on their twelfth and still get the encores. * * Tom Logan is dealing out new jokes and parodies regularly, but closes in a few days to accept a Northern engagement. * * Dr. M. F. McClary and Dr. J. B. Hughes paid Fernandina a brief and welcome visit. * * Business still seems to be flourishing and we are the banner house of the South. * * Regards to the Professor. Notes from oston, Mass.: "The Coontown 400," Al. Wilson's big colored company, which includes nearly seventy-five swell half-tone individuals of both sexes and whose display of good clothes was no less a revelation than their ability as singers and dancers and comedians, opened a season of high class entertainment at the Museum of Austin & Stones. The curio hall is packed nightly with all nations eager to see Mr. Wilson's company from the opening musical number until the last echo of the shuffle of the buck and wing dancers. The colored entertainers made good all the claims on their behalf by the museum management. They are here for two weeks. Johnston & Wells are this week at the Old Howard. Sorry to say they are not headliners, but their act is very good. Al and Mamie Anderson are in the city, but have not been working at any of the down-town theaters. When they appear something new will be in order. Their old act is a chestnut, especially at the Howard and Austin & Stone's Museum. Don't you think so, Mamie? The different clubs are doing very well, considering the warm weather. Thomas J. Jackson, the Boston representative of The Freeman, will spend the summer at Cape Cod. While out of the city Mr. Lee Allen Fields will be the agent for The Freeman. His address will be 237 Brinkley street. Notes from Lincoln Park, Savannah, Ga.—One of the most enjoyable shows which has been staged at Lincoln Park was played for the first time last week. The attraction offered for the first part, entitled "Peter Gray," revised by Billy Reeves, proved to be very acceptable in every respect, and the performers who participated in the production received liberal applause. Mrs. Gray, the part played by Miss Kittie Brown, was protrayed in an excellent and able manner. The four old friends of Peter Gray, Brothers Moonshine, Sunshine, Gible Dam and Skible, were played by Messrs. Reeves, Floyd, Brown and West. They had the audience laughing from the time of their entrance until their exit. That the performance was enjoyed was evidenced by the storm of applause that was given at the end. The attraction offered this week is superior in every respect, but it is only in keeping with the high standard of merit established by Proprietor Tom Golden. Misses Kittie Brown and Tenia Gilliam sends regards to friends. Wm. H. Dorsey sends regards to S. B. Foster, Tom Logan, Williams and Devine and Will Able. Notes from Jas. L. Goodail's Coontown, 400.—We are still in Pennsylvania, and business continues good. This is the only tent show traveling with the change of program nightly and matinee, with one week stand, and we don't fail to show to the S. R. O. sign every night. Our press representative and crayon artist, Mr. Lewie Levi, has just returned from Philadelphia, where he spent quite a pleasant trip. Our manager, Mr. Goodall, has gone to Philadelphia to look after business, and Mr. Levi has been placed as manager while he is away. Mr. Fred D. Weaver has been appointed as our stage manager, and proves to be confident of the position. On Decoration day our band, under the leadership of Charles F. Scott, played for the old soldiers in Mifflin, Pa. Mr. Scott as a young man at the position he holds deserves much credit. He sends regards to all friends in and out of the business. Our roster is as follows: James L. Goodall, sole owner; Lewie Levi, press representative and general manager; R. C. Pugsley, assistant manager; Chas. F. Scott, band director; Isaac Garrison, leader of orchestra; Fred D. Weaver, stage manager; Mr. and Mrs. Walter Carrick, basso and soporno; Billie Taylor and Carrie Harley, sketch team; Helen DeBar and Carrie Harley, artistic cawkwalkers; Lonie Stokes, champion buck and wing dancer; Johnnie Davis, tenor; 400 quartet, Billie Taylor, Wm. Stevens (better known as Boots), slide trombone soloist, with Coontown 400 Company, formerly of "South Before the War" Company, and John L. Sullivan's Uncle Tom's Cabin Company, is making quite a bit with his renditions, playing "Image of the Rose Romance," etc., accompanied by Prof. Chas. Scott's cornet band. He sends regards to Dave Smith, Wm. Riley, Harry Massengale and all personal friends. Lonnie Stokes, Walter Carrick and Johnnie Davis, Billie Taylor sends regards to all friends. Notes from the Rabbit Foot Co.—We are now in Georgia, and the weather is hot, and we pack the people to the door every night. A grand reception was given by the People's drug store in honor of the Rabbit's Foot Company and friends. Mr. Chappelle met with his old friend, Dr. George P. Hart, and also Dr. R. H. Cobb and Dr. C. S. Swan, who has the largest practice in the city, and is not only known in Columbus, but has the reputation of being the most skilled surgeon in the State. Among the society ladies we had the distinguished pleasure of meeting Miss Ayler Mae Appien, Hennie Williams, Marie Walker, Dr. J. R. Mayer and many others. * * Prof. A. G. Jones, leader of the concert band, is making hits nightly, and is receiving at the theater as well as on parade, and is the talk of each city, and also sends regards to all members of the Independent Brass Band, of Natchez, Miss. * * Goff Kennedy says: "Hello Fountain, Carrie Woods and Squirrel and Oma, look out for next season, and also sends regards to Charlie Scott, Frank Clemont and Harry A. Prown. * * Amos Gillard sends best regards to Gideon's Studentrels, better known as the Student Doctors, and says look out for a letter from George Brown. * * Sam Cohen sends best regards to John Robinson, Russell and Price and also the rest of the company, telling them the man in white walks regular every Sunday. * * Laura Sissirta Logan, prima donna of the Stowe's Log Cabin, is now with the Rabbit Foot Company, and would like to know the whereabouts of Jessie Proctor, and sends regards to Dan Washington, Wm. Bostuic, Henry S. Lane, Ralph Nickel, Bar and Price and Prof. Flaner. * * Billy Bradley sends regards to all New York professionals and others, and says: "Hello McKissick and Jones, Boys, I'm in the WHEN A MAN TAKES TO THE WOODS You can bet that there is a woman at the bottom of it--often too, when you see a case or two of "PROGRESS BRAND" DUESSELDORFER Beer going into the house, as this refaeshing and invigorating brew is favorite with the women as well as men. If you don't gain strength right away when using it--try it again or take the consequences--back to the woods. PROGRESS BRAND DUESSELDOBFER beer is pure and is the best brew for the weak and the best brew for the strong —Try it. INDIANAPOLIS BREWING COMPANY. Sunny South, and making good. Chas. H. Williams, our barrel contortionist, has all the people guessing how he gets around in the barrel, and takes encores every night. P. R. Hendrix's Chicago Items.—Skinner Harris, o the ftee of Desdune and Harris, is spending the summer in Chicago, where he expects to make his future home. The team of Desdune and Harris still lives. They send regards to all their friends. Address No. 336 Twenty-seventh street. * * Mr. and Mrs. Frank Henderson, who have been playing the Smith vaudeville circuit, have returned to the city. Regards to all. * * Albert Jaxon, after being off the stage for one season, will again enter the field for fame, signing with one of the popular attractions of the coming season. Hicks, are you hungry? * * A new team has formed in the persons of Rance, Smith and Jones, late of McKissick and Jone. We are sorry to note that Mr. Jones was so badly mis- WHEN A You can bet that there is see a case or two of "P ing into the house, as this women as well as men, it again or take the conse PROGRESS BRAND DUE best brew for the strong—Try INDIANAPLE treated by his former partner, but in his new one we think he has the former's superior. They are now in Frisco playing a ten weeks' engagement over the Tony Lubelsk vaudeville circuit. Then Seattle, Wash., for nine weeks. Make god, boys, and there will be nothing to it. ** * The Actors' Union have affiliated with the Federation, and are now catering to the colored profession. Now, we hope for better results, as apparently there seems to be a more demand for colored professionals. Let each and every one's aim be to excel in his or her act or sketch, and eventually you will be in greater demand. ** * Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Small have returned home after a successful season with the "Moonshiner's Daughter" Company. They were so well liked by the management, and being such a strong card, that they have signed with them for the next season. Regards to all friends and Buffaloes. They can be found at No. 2714 Wabash avenue. ** * Daddy Love is as happy as a sunflower, as the headquarters is running over with the professionals. Hon. Elwood C. Knox paid the headquarters a very pleasant call. He is always welcome. The Freeman's representative failed to meet him, which he regretted. ** * Daddy Love has several new attractions, sketches, etc., that are being rehearsed for the coming season. Some new artist, unknown to the public, but who is belnb coached and rehearsed by Daddy, will also be among the new productions of his headquarters. Keep an eye out. He sends regards to all. It will pay managers wanting good people to write or wire him. Notes from L. Cooper, of Culligan and Morgan's Refined Alabama Minstrels—New spending the summer season under canvas, and so far are doing an elegant business, and leaving good for all who follow us. We are becoming thoroughly convinced that the quicker the serenaders and quacks and barnstormers are sent to the wall the better for the profession, both intellectually and financial. Also, it will be a grand success to both its managers and performers. The colored minstrel has won a prominent position in the field of minstrelsy, due chiefly to their originality. His music, songs and dances have challenged the admiration of other races to such an extent that they delight to mimic. The Negro as an artist is original, notwithstanding the bitter criticism of the more advanced races. He moves on winning for himself greater laurels. The old idea that they are only toughs and hobos is without foundation. The idea that people without even a knowledge of how to walk on or off the stage is to-day more alarmingly and horrifying than pleasant, and only serious to retard the progress of the most progressive managers. Also, musicians are rushing into the business that have never been associated with good musicians before. Hence can not even know tone, to say nothing of time valuation and emphasis. Is not these facts the factors for the deterioration in the colored profession, if there be any? The minstrel of today is simply a forerunner that the cultured people of our race may win a reputation before the public, if acknowledged, otherwise is abused, and simply an indirect depression to the business. * * Oscar Camron sends re- --- All people engaged for RICHARDS & PRINGLE'S FAMOUS GEORGIA MINSTRELS will report at Specialty people are the only ones to carry trunks. Suitable provisions will be made for the care of wardrobe and clothing. 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Co., 61st a CHICAGO, ILL. Watch these columns for the Roster of the S FOUR BIG SONG HITS which are the rage all through the country! Made so by our colored friends! Everybody invited to sing them! "IF TIME WAS MONEY I DBE A MILLIONAIRE" Irving Jones' famo is success. "HOME AINT NOTHING LIKE THIS." "IN SUNNY AFRICA." "HAN YOU MOTHER ANY MORE LIKE YOU?" Professionals are respectfully requested to write to the publisher, LEO FEIST, Felst Bldg., 134 W. 37th Street. New York, and don't forget that "YOU CAN'T GO WRONG WITH A 'FEIST' SONG." HottestCooninDixieCo Backed by capital, brain and experience. Traveling in two of the finest show cars in the world, viz Hazel & Olive carrying all special scenery. And our superb BAND and ORCHESTRA will open their season on or about August 2, 1903. Can use good Musicians and Performers at all times. Boozers and disorganizers are not wanted. Address all communications To AL. E. HOLMAN, 2832 State Street; EUGENE SPOFFORD, Gen'l Manager, Goes Litho. Co., 61st and Clark Streets, CHICAGO, ILL. Watch these columns for the Roster of the Show. WANTED For BOYD'S BIG WAGON SHOW MINSTER Walkers, also a few good circus acts can be or any Novelty Acts, also want a good Band or orchestra and do one act; will pay good sala. Good people wanted at all times. Route—Harrod, Ohio, Ju WAGON SHOW MINSTRAL, People—Singers, Bus- sage good circus acts can be used such as Horizontal B Bats, also want a good Band of six mouth pieces those one act; will pay good salaries to No.1 people. We need at all times. WILLIAM BOYD, Sole Owner. Route—Harrod, Ohio, June 22, 23, 24 and 25. For BOYD'S BIG WAGON SHOW MINSTAL, People—Singers, Buck Dancers, Cake Walkers, also a few goodorous acts can be used such as Horizontal Bars and Trapeze, or any Novelty Acts, also want a good Band of six mouth pieces that can double in orchestra and do one act; will pay good salaries to No.1 people. We sleep in hotels. Good people wanted at all times. WILLIAM BOYD, Sole Owner, Lima, Ohio. Route—Harrod, Ohio, June 22, 23, and 24. gards to Julius Glenn, Simpson and Pitman. Angelo Houseley sends regards to the same people. The entire company wants to hear from Geo. A. Swan and R. L. Wilson. * * Mr. M. D. Houseley, of our company, was agreeably surprised on his birthday to find himself the recipient of an elegant set of handsome jewelry from his best girl, Miss Dessie Durand, and he has hopes that the same will prove a foreruner of something better. Be good, Matt; it all comes to him who waits. * * Mr. Guy Edwards, of our company, has been quite lucky recently, and is holding claim on some personal property in Topeka, Kan. Mr. Edwards is a very worthy young man, and we wish him every success. BAND INSTRUMENTS FREE CATALOGUES of over 200 sent to any address, send your name on postal card. CARLIN & LENNOX, 59 East Market Street INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA. FRANK HOLTON 70 E. Madison St., CHICAGO, ILL. 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CARLIN & JLENNOX, 59 East Market Street, INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA. FRANK HOLTON manufacturer of the famous HOLTON SPECIAL SLIDE TROMBONE and other High Grade Band Instruments. Send for new Catalogue containing valuable advice for musicians and monthly bargain list of second hand instruments. To Denver, Col., and return via Big Four Route Account United Society Christie Endeavor. Tickets to Denver, Col., and return will be on sale July 6, 7 and 8, 1903, from Big Four points and points on Cincinnati Northern R. E. and D. & U. R. Beat every low Rates. Tickets will be good for return leaving destination on date of execution by Joint Agent at Denver, but not earlier than five days from date of sale, nor later than August 31, 1903. For full information and particulars as to rates, tickets. Limits, call on agents "Big Four Route," or address the undersigned. WARREN J. LYNCH, Gent's Pass, & Ticket Agent. W. P. DEPPE Asst. G. P. & T. A. Cincinnati, Q. Or H. M. Bronson, A. G. P. A., Indianapolis. Low Rates RACE GLEANINGS CHICAGO CITY CENTER Augustus Lawson of Hartford, Conn., is a young man who has achieved ex-traordinary success in music. He devoted much time to his profession and his studio is pratronized by the best people of both races. It is estimated that 400 persons have received bachelor degrees in northern colleges. The leader of a mob that lynched a Negro has recently been found guilty in the state of Missouri and given ten years in the state prison. Hon. J. C. Perkins, of LaCrosse, Wis., is Judge of the Shelby district of his county. Mr Perkins is a colored man and was born a slave. Mayor General Dodds of the French army is the only colored man holding such a position in that army. He commands 20,000 troups. Mr. C. S. L. Blake, a colored man of St. Joseph, Mo, has invented an electromechanical signal device for the prevention of collisions and rail-road wrecks. Engene J. Marshall, a colored man, will represent the University of Michigan in the thirteenth annual contest of the Northern Oratorical League to be held in Minneapolis, May 1, 1903. The colored women of New Jersey have set themselves the task of raising $10 000 to help the Negroes of Virginia fight the disfranchisement law. There are 105 Y. M. C. Associations among colored men in the United States; 70 are in schools and 35 in cities. TO THE Colored People Of The World You are no doubt aware that there are thousands of agents making from $20 to $50 per week representing Chemical Companies manufacturing preparations for beautifying the hair and the complexion of the colored race. These prepations sell for $50e per large size package, and it usually requires four packages to complete a treatment. Realizing the fact that the majority of the people are not in a position to invest $4.00 for the two treatments, we have finally decided to offer you the formulas of our wonderful Creamo, "Jewel" and our world renown Creamo Whitener for $1.50 or $1.00 for any one formula. Our manager was connected with the Continental Chemical Company, which is a branch of the Boston Chemical Company of Richmond, Va., and guaranteed that our formulas are positively and absolutely the same in every particular, as were used by the Continental Chemical Company. We will forfeit $1,000 to any one proving that these assertions are not correct in every particular. WHAT CREAMO, THE CREAM OF ALL HAIR TONICS, WILL DO. We guarantee Creamo to straighten kinky, curly, knotty hair, to remain straight forever. It will cure Dandruff, Tetter. Itch and all Scalp Diseases. Restore gray hair to its natural color, stop the hair from falling out, grow hair on the baldest head and produce a head of fine, silky, luxuriant hair that will extend to the wails. Whitenear will cause the blackest skin to become from three to five shades lighter, and will make the skin of a mulatto almost white. It cures all skin diseases, such as Itch, Tetter, Eczema, Pimples, etc., etc. Removes Facial Blemishes, such as Freckles, Wrinkles, Scars, Birth-Marks and Smallpox Pits. You can train your skin to manufacture these remedies. We give you the name of each article and inform you how and where to obtain the same. The extra large sizes can be manufactured complete for three cents, and you can readily dispose of them at 50c retail, or $3.00 dozen to agents. Truly an enormous profit. Why not end wish to do this, you can make a good living by disposing of the goods to your immediate friends. This is an age of progress, do not be a laggard. Think of it, $7 profit on every $3 invested in this business is mak- $100 per week net ST. LOUIS, MO. P. S.—These preparations have never been sold for less than $3.00 per dozen, and then to agents only. THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. Mr. A. P. Perry is planning to organize a local branch of the National Negro Business League at Evanston, Illinois. South Caroling is not permitting herself to be out-classed in the formation of corporations having in view the material betterment of the Negro. The business man of Charleston have long realized the need of a compact body that would take up in an intelligent and earnest way the duty of fostering and building new enterprises among colored people, thereby opening avenues for employment for the younger men and women of the race and to encourage racial patronage in business. To give the local organization increased weight and prestige it will become an adjunction of the National Negro Business League, and have some thing to say at the Nashville convention of that body. The officers of the Charleston League for the year are: J. P. Seabrooke president; Robert Wainwright Jr., vice president; W. Herbert Hollings, secretary; and J. A. McFall, treasurer. That the colored people of southwestern Ohio are imbued with the idea that commercial stimulation is the orying need of the race is evidenced by the fact that they have come together and organized a county League at Xenia, the membership embracing the leading business and professional factors of Green county, in which Wilberforce is also located. The officers of the League are: President, A. W. Breckinridge; first vice-president, T. A. Glyms; second vice-president, Rev. O. O. Jones; recording secretary, J. M. Summers; corresponding secretary, Charles Alexander; treasurer, F. T. Lindsay. WHAT'S THE USE TO WORRY. What's the use to worry, when you've done the best you can? Do that, and be thankful, every day; What's the sense in fretting over some miscarried plan? For, perhaps 'tis best some other way. Here we only know in part, And we often, at the start, Overestimate the strength and power we possess. Just keep bravely moving, Still thyself improveing. And at last you'll reach the goal of genuie success. What's the use to worry, when you've squandered all your cash? Fretting doesn't bring a dollar in; What's the sense in using words profane, and vile, and rash, When you're overtaken by your sin? You had better stop and think, Ere you play the fool and sink Into vice, debuchery, and misery and shame. Get to work, with vigor, Guard thy ways, with rigor, And the lost may be regained, and you may rise to fame. What's the use of waiting for a job to come your way? Others have been waiting for it long; What's the sense in dreaming, through the long and sunny day. That you'll be among the busy throng? For the man that lags behind, will never reach the goal— And you'll find a place in life, with powers to control. What's the use of frowning, when your feelings have been marred? That will magnify the small offense; What's the sense in scolding, when your nerves are slightly jarred? That will only make it more intense. Those who taunt are better pleased, When they find you sorely teased, And will seek to irritate, and taunt you all the more, Just keep sweetly smiling— Lovingly beguiling— And a stronger sympathy, and love you will secure. What's the use of weeping, when your friends have turned to foes? That will help you on yourself depend; What's the sense in giving up, amidst depressing woes? Only he that's fearless has a Friend. There's no royal path of life, And you must encounter strife, If you would the world impress, and gain a rich renown; Heed not fleeting fancies, Do not wait for "chances"— Rise above the barriers, and wear a victor's crown. REV. P. A. SCOTT. Oil City, Pa., May 5, 1903. SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES The Okolona Industrial College has issued its first annual report and catalogue, which is illustrated with likenesses of groups of industrial workers, boys and girls. It is filled with valuable information concerning the institution and also contains 205 names of last year's enrollment. Prof. Wallace A. Battle principal. The A. and M. college commencement at Normal, this year, was quite successful and high class. About seventy graduated from the industrial, normal and college departments were given to the world to help make conditions better. Prof. Councill is doing a work for the race second to no man in the whole country. The total number of students enrolled at Tuskegee Institute for the year was 1,497; 1,015 young men, 482 young women. These are outside of about 200 who attend the training school and 148 who attend the Tuskegee town night school. They represent thirty States, three Territories and the District of Columbia, besides Africa, West Indies, Bahama Islands, British Honduras and Central America. Alabama leads with 483; Georgia has 213, Mississippi 107, South Carolina 36, Texas 76 Louisiana 74, Tennessee 59, Florida 52 Arkansas and Kentucky 29 each, Cuba 17, Porto Rico 16. There have been twenty post graduates in attendance during the year. These are all taking higher courses in the various trades. There were sixty-two in the normal course who received diplomas, of these twenty-five were from Alabama, nine from Georgia, nine from Texas, four from South Carolina, three from Tennessee, two each from Illinois, Louisiana and Mississippi. This is the largest class of normal graduates sent out so far. THE STAGE GREAT DISCUSSION IN THE PRESS ABOUT SEVERAL SONG-WRITES There is a great deal of speculation going on in the Eastern press as to who writes the most popular and the best songs, and among those entered as the principals in the songwriters' handicap are Williams and Walker, Ernest Hogan, Cole and Johnson, Harry Von Tilzer, Charles K. Harris and Paul Dresser. As songwriters, the three first named are really not to be classed with the others. In fact, they write a whole lot of darky gibberish that is fancied only by those of inleagant taste. It requires a lot of paper and very little sense to write the kind of "songs" these three men have trust upon the public. True, these "songs" have catchy airs, but, aside from that, there is nothing to them. So many "coon songs" in ragtime are and have been written by these men, and so many others are being written by men of less note, that they are becoming intensely painful. But, strange as it may seem, the supply does not seem to equal the demand, which shows, if it shows anything, that the public is not particularly fastidious as to its choice of songs and popular songwriters. We are hopeful, however, that "coon songs" will finally be returned to the source whence they originally sprang—the saloon bum and the bully. There is an argument to be made upon the merits of Cole and Johnson, Von Tilzer, Harris and Dresser as composers of songs. Cole and Johnson, omitting the few "coon songs" they have written, are particularly clever: their queer ballads are eagerly sought for by all the big comic opera organizations and the foremost vaudevillers. While Harris became famous as a composer because of his having written "After the Ball," still the theme of that one song is that taken almost exclusively for all the songs he has written since. In nearly every one of his songs there is something about a beloved wife running away with another man and leaving a broken-hearted husband behind, the only variation being that sometimes she leaves a little baby behind also, for her husband to take care of. In some instances the disobedient wife returns, is forgiven, and taken to her husband's heart again. Husbands, by the way, do not forgive as readily as Harris makes them in his songs. You have probably observed that "The Organ Grinder's Serenade" is in part a repetition of "After the Ball," which gives a fair idea of how the theme of one of his sings is woven around the other. There is too much fool sentiment in a majority of Harris' songs, which remind one a great deal of Albert Ross' novels—reading one of them is reading all. Harry Von Tilzer, the prolific Indiana songwriter, is an excellent composer, as Paul Dresser, another In- PEOPLE PRAISE AND TESTIFY That CREAM-O is the best skin beautifier known. 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I have waited to see if the old trouble returned, before writing you, but it never has. I cannot praise Dr. Miles' Nervous Life." MRS. URIAH NELSON, Lansing, Iowa. All druggists sell and guarantee first bottle Dr. Miles' Remedies. Send for free book on Nervous and Heart Diseases. Address Dr. Miles Medical Co, Elkhardt, Ind. diana man, who is probably the best writer of them all. Dresser writes songs that are natural; the characters, the scenes and the sentiment in nearly if not all his songs are seen and experienced in everyday life. In "The Letter That He Longed for Never Came" and "The Convict and the Bird" he wrote two good songs that will not soon be forgotten. Probably they will live as long as Stephen Collins Foster's plantation melodies. Dresser's "The Curse" is even better than the two songs named. And then come "Here Lies an Actor," "Don't Tell Her That You Love Her." "Every Night There's a Light," "On the Banks of the Wabash, Far Away," and numerable of his marital compositions, as "Soldiers," "The Volunteer," "The Blue and the Gray," "There's North or South To-Day," and so forth. His "My God First, My Country Next, and Then Comes Mother Dear," or words to that effect, dedicated to the memory of Ensign Bagley, who went down with the battleship Maine in Havana harbor immediately prior to the Spanish-American embroilment, is a bit of superior composition. In fact, his "war songs" are unusually clever; one hears the roar of cannon, the beat of drum and the blow of bugle and file in nearly all of them. And he sees the ears of the sleek steed, ridden by the cavalryman, pricked, as the smoke from the battlefield is sniffed. Dresser not only puts good and sensible words in his compositions, but he employs excellent grammar as well. Other writers of songs appear as pigmies beside him, not only in size, but also mind matter. L. M.CORKER. 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To be sure, some of the so-called "smart set" do go away, but the masses and the real workers stay at their posts in sufficient numbers to keep enough news afloat to furnish life and guaiy for the edification of "the provinces." The public schools are about to close, and the parents and friends of numerous graduates, both fair and manly, are in the usual ferment to see that the novitiates are given a favorable start in that great tournament called a "career." This reminds us that Washington seems determined to keep up the reputation she is justly earning, as the meanest place in this latitude, by refusing to allow the colored graduates of the high school and Armstrong Manual Training school, a theater in which to hold their commencement exercises. Years ago the Academy of Music was used without question or objection, for this purpose, and the event was the social triumph of the scholastic period. But with the growth of prejudice against the Negro theatergoer, the privilege formerly extended to the schools, was withdrawn and the Academy last year was closed to them. After much pressure and persuasion on the part of Commissioner MacFarland and General Harris, who are the Negro's staunchest friends in the District government, the classes of 1902 were permitted to graduate in the Lafayette Opera house. In this year of grace, no theater was available, except the little Empire, where a colored vaudeville company had just been filling an extended engagement, and this house was too small to accommodate the throngs that invariably attend the commencement. So, now, the exercises of both the High and Manual Training schools are to be held in the Metropolitan A. M. E. Church on M street, a hall in no way suited to an occasion of such magnitude and importance. The situation, exasperating as it necessarily is, is not without its lesson. 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As we go along, let it not be forgotten that two important national gatherings will be held this year, in which the nation's capital should be well-represented. These are the sessions of the National Afro-American Council, which will convene in Louisville, Ky., July 1st, and the fourth annual convention of the National Negro Business League, announced for the last week in August at Nashville, Tenn. The prominence of the Negro suffrage issue, gives the Afro-American Council's meeting a weight that will cause its deliberations to be watched with more than usual interest this year, and it is expected that the attendance will break all previous records, both in numbers and character of the delegates. Bishop Walters, chairman of the executive committee, writes us that the outlook for the session is exceptionally fine, and that the results will be vital and far-reaching. He says the supreme decision of the United States Supreme Court in the Alabama case is, but a skirmish, and that the real battle will be fought to a successful finish under positive and conclusive cases yet to be brought to the attention of the highest tribunal of the land. Bishop Walters is a powerful and sagacious leader, and what he says in any connection, is entitled to the credence of the people everywhere. Mr. Fortune is on the way to this country from Manila. It is expected that he will be in attendance upon the meetings, and his experiences in our new possessions will make his presence and talks an especial feature of the occasion. The convention will be in the hands of seasoned race champions, and with the cessation of the strifes that at former time marred the effectiveness of its work, the July gathering of the clans promises well for the millions of our people to whom manhood rights are a precious heritage. Of the Business League, we shall speak more in detail next week. The episode in which Mr. Fortune figured short time go in Manila, is not regarded by the thinking people of Washington as worthy of serious attention. The press has made more of the incident than seems warranted by the facts, and we are glad that the affair has died of sheer inanition. A most pleasing circumstance is the unanimity with which the Negro press agreed that judgment be suspended in the matter, until Mr. Fortune's version could be had. T. Thomas Fortune, impatient as he may be when the rights of his race are assailed, is conservative when it comes to obedience to the laws and their regularly-constituted executors, and we are satisfied that the conduct of our special commissioner will be found wholly in keeping with the demands of good citizenship, when the truth is disclosed. Mr. Fortune's homecoming should be made an auspicious epoch in his history. The echoes of the "Hiawatha" production are still ringing in the ears of all Washington. The rendition was superb, and reflected great credit, not only upon the principals, but upon the chorus and management as well. The financial end came out ahead, the total receipts being over $1,600, with expenses something over $1,300. Liberal sums were voted to Director John T. Layton, and the accompanists, and the leading participants, like Madame Mitchell and Mr. Woodward were fairly well compensated. It is desired by the bulk of the citizens, white and colored, that the performance be repeated, and it is possible that the request will be compiled with in the fall. Early next season we are promised a visit from Miss Myrtle A. Hart, the distinguished harpist, of Indianapolis, Ind., who made such a pronounced hit here several years ago, at Metropolitan Church. The speech of Hon. George H. White, delivered before Bethel Literary Society a few evening ago, is attracting more than usual attention, because of the significant statement that the Negro to-day was without a party, and should devote his energies to home-getting creation of industries, ownership of stores, railroads, theaters, churches, and all things necessary to the pursuit of happiness and prosperity. Said Mr. White, in part: "The Negro has nothing to hope for from the Republican party. Since the Dred Scott decision there has not been handed down from the Supreme Court of the United States a decision that I can call to mind in favor of the Negro "I think in favor of the Negro. "The cutting down of Negro representation in the South has not been proposed by Democrats, but our so-called Republican friends. I am not a Democrat, and there is no place in the Democratic party for a self-respecting Negro. The Negro to-day is without a party. He has but few friends in the Republican party, the party which he helped to put in power. "To the letter of President Roosevelt, with reference to keeping aiar the doors of opportunity for deserving colored men, I take off my hat. That subsequent letter of the President to Mr. Clark Howell, at Atlanta, and his act turing down Samuel Vick as postmaster at Wilson, N. C., made me weak. "I will probably vote for President Roosevelt. He will be nominated, and I will have to vote for him. But I am not enthusiastic." Mr. White is known to be a man who has the courage of his convictions, and speaks right out in the meeting whenever the spirit moves him. It is not likely that the Negro will desert the Republican party in any considerable numbers at present, but signs are not wanting, that if the Democrats ever acquire the sagacity and commonsense to place men like Grover Cleveland to the fore, and offer an open door to the Negro, the thinking black men of the debatable states of the North, will eventually reach the determination to use their ballot as an instrument for radical benefit, and be no longer governed by an ancient sentiment that produces no tangible results. There are those who seriously question the wisdom of the Negro's adherence to any one political party, and refusing to listen to the arguments of another if presented with a view-of inviting their suffrage. Mr. White's speech will occasion no end of discussion. The new pastor of Metropolitan A. M. E. Church is Rev, Oliver J. W. Scott, a graduate of Drew Seminary, N. J., and a minister of considerable experience. The appointment, while something of a surprise to many, is regarded as highly satisfactory to the congregation, and it is thought that he will measure up to all of the exacting demands of Methodism's largest church, and fill the pulpit with the dignity and Christian plety that characterized it in the days of Steward, Beckett, Mitchell, Jenifer and Hill. Dr. Daniele G. Hill secures an excellent assignment at Trinity Church in Baltimore, much to the gratification of his friends. Bishop Lee has well-pleased the people who follow the fortunes of Methodism, by his judicious distribution of the pastorates under his care. It would seem from his recent sad experiences at the Second Baptist Church, that "Dr." George H. Richardson would decline any further invitations to address sensible bodies of people, until he learns something of public decency and is able to conform to the etiquette of the platform. For some months this "sun-down doctor" who makes his bread and butter by filling (?) a clerkship in a government job, after failing as a writer of prescriptions, has been going the rounds of the literaries, taking advantage of every presiding officer who would allow him the floor, and insisting upon making derogatory remarks concerning the work of Dr. Booker T. Washington. He tried it once too often at the Second Baptist the other Sunday. The large and intelligent audience, becoming weary of the vindictive mouths of this pseudophysician and villifier of a useful man, showed their disapproval of his cowardly tactics by roundly hissing him and giving vent to such positive indignation until he was compelled to take his seat. Several friends of the Tuskegee "Wizard" rose to defend him from the aspersions of "Dr." Richardson, and the meeting closed with a regular ovation in honor of the race's foremost representative. It does not pay to attack Dr. Washington at the gatherings of right thinking people in this city, and "Dr." Richardson will do well to feel his way the next time he goes gunning for Tuskegee bear. The affairs of Howard University are still the subject of much discussion, despite the attempt in some quarters to muzzle those who insist that the institution is not too sacred to be investigated, if there is a suspicion that things are not altogether as they should be. No amount of probing will do a school harm, if there is no wrong-doing under the surface. It is no reflection upon the integrity of any public official to ask that he give an account of his stewardship, if there is a well-defined rumor that "something is rotten in Denmark." The best way to kill a false rumor, is to prove it to be a lie, by demonstrating the truth to be the opposite to the reports given. Falsifiers are hushed in the presence of almighty facts. Mrs. Ida D. Bailey is a woman of standing and influence, and she cannot afford to make the assertions she has placed before the public unless she has some solid ground upon which to stand. Her charges are not inspired by any desire, we believe, to be meddlesome, but she is actuated by a praiseworthy love of fair-play, we are sure. To "pooh-pooh" her complaints will not serve as an answer to the people who want the light turned on, Howard University is not alone the property or concern of the citizens of Washington. Her students come from all sections of the country and the whole people are intensely interested in knowing of the inside workings of a school that is largely supported by national taxation. Now that Dr. Tabor, of Iowa, has been chosen as permanent president of the university, will this new executive officer find it wise and just to open his administration with a frank invitation to the friends of both sides of the controversy to walk in and see what is going on? Again we say, Howard University belongs to the students who come to her for education and inspiration. It is not run for the benefit of the faculty, hirelings or hangers-on. We do not charge that the latter is the case there, but it would be more pleasing to the laity to have the ugly hints to that effect silenced by evidence to the contrary. The Tuskegee Student comes our way this week, wearing a new and highly-attractive dress. Typographically, it is as neat as a pin, and editorially it, is a model of sane reasoning, clothed in a literary garb that is as strong as it is simple and unassuming. In this day of much pretense and noisy unreality on the part of so many of our race journals, the quiet, yet practical and effective style presented by Emmett J. Scott's Tuskegee Student, is as refreshing as an ocean breeze at noontime. "The Souls of Black Folk," by William E. Burghardt DuBois, is in keeping with the predictions made for it by those who best knew the methods and mannerisms of the author. Theoretical, visionary, and breathing the spirit of unavailing complaint, it offers little that is of benefit to the Negro of this generation. The history of the Freedmen's Bureau, is not badly set forth, and the abstract review of the Negro's capacity for great things is very well put. As a mosaic of language and emotion, the book stands in a class alone, but as a contribution to the "d something" sentiment of an essentially materialistic age, it will have no enduring place. But for the chapter "Of Booker T. Washington and Others," the volume would not have arrested the attention of the nation's readers a single instant. Everybody is eager to grasp and take note of the slightest reference to this wonderful man of the hour, and upon this predilection of the American people, DuBois has very shrewdly and with partial success, traded. The "Souls of Black Folk" can be dismissed with the observation Mr. F. J. Loudin, the race's most successful concert manager, is enroute to America, after a tour of several years, embracing England, France, Germany and other countries. Mr. Loudin's return is due to ill-health, and it was with intense regret that he disbanded for a year, his excellent aggregation of musical talent, to take the rest that his shattered constitution peremptorily demanded. Mr. Loudin has been in the managerial field for twenty-one years and has won a world-wide reputation. His deep interest in his race is shown by the fact that some years ago, while traveling in far-away New Zealand, learning of an appeal that Tuskegee had made for funds, he immediately sent a check to Dr. Washington for fifty dollars, to be applied on the school. Mr. Loudin's home is in Ravenna, Ohio. INTERMITTENT SPRINGS INTERMITTENT SPRINGS. The True Reformers' Hall will be completed about the first of July. It is a problem which is the happier over the beautiful structure—Grand Master Taylor, or Architect John A. Lankford. The annual conference of the A. M. E. Zion connection, was a fine gathering of Christian gentlemen. Bishop Clinton presided, and among the noted visitors were Bishops Walters and Hood and prospective Bishop J. W. Smith. The departure of Rev. B. J. Bolding to a Baltimore charge, is regretted by his congregation. Bishop Clinton's episcopal address was an admirable deliverance. Judge Robert H. Terrell is beginning to "round up" the local followers of the National Negro Business League, and Recorder John C. Dancy is stirring up interest locally in the work of the Afro-American Council. Mr. Henry P. Slaughter's mother will arrive soon and keep house for the popular young leader of the Kentucky colony. Mr. Arthur S. Gray will prove a success as president of the Pen and Pencil Club. The organization can do powerful work for the race, if the writers will keep their pens full of ink and never fail to have their pencils sharp when an opportunity presents itself, to get into print for the defense of the Negro's good name. More magazine and newspaper articles, and fewer social festivities, will be potent in preserving the central idea of the founders of the club. It is with regret that we learn that the race's most conspicuous venture into the magazine field, The Colored American Magazine, Boston, Mass., has gone into the hand of a receiver. It is not to the credit of the Negro reading public that such a creditable publication should perish for the want of proper financial support. Both for its intrinsic worth and for the moral effect that this magazine's continuance would exert, it is to be hoped that the managers may arrange to keep it going until a solid foundation can be placed under it through an influential stock company. It is understood that the May and June numbers will be issued this month under a single cover. Prof. L. B. Moore, of Howard University, will lead to the altar at an early date, Miss Waring, a popular and accomplished member of our teaching corps. Prof. Kelly Miller and Mrs. Mary Church Terrell, were Washington's speakers at the Atlanta conference on "The Negro Church." Mrs. Terrell continued her journey to Tuskegee, where she addressed an immense audience on commencement day, and scored the pronounced triumph of that grand occasion. The platform has no more attractive a figure than magnetic and eloquent Mary Church Terrell. Mrs. Bessie Thomas will teach in the summer school at Tuskegee, and did not return with the other pilgrims, who were headed by Miss Fannie Burrell and Mr. John H. Catlett. Mr. George H. C. Williams will put in the summer at Tuskegee, studying practical agriculture on the farm. Ere this letter reaches the readers of The Freeman, Miss Clara Washington Burrell daughter of Dr. Burrell, will be the wife of Mr. Roscoe Conkling Bruce, director of the Academic Department of Tuskegee Institute. The ceremony takes place on the evening of the third June. The bride is a graduate of Bradford Academy, Bradford, Mass, and is a young lady of brilliant attainments. Mr. and Mrs. Bruce plan to return immediately to Tuskegee, where Mr. Bruce will spend the heated term in charge of the summer school. Mrs. Josephine B. Bruce, mother of the groom, is in the city, to be present at the wedding. BERTRAM BARTON Interesting News items. Wheeling, W. Va., Special.—Miss Etta Marshall gave a social at her home in Morrow street, June 3, for the benefit of Simpson M. E. Church. It was largely attended. Quite a number of young men from the McClure were in attendance, the social was a success, both socially and financially. ** The G. N. O. of O. F. held their annual sermon, preached at the Grand opera house, Sunday, May 31. The brother lodge of Fairmont turned out, and also the Wellsburg brothers. After the sermon, the brothers were escorted to the depot by the colored band. Quite a number of visitors were in the city from the neighboring towns. * * Mr. Charles Hunter has returned to Charlestown, to attend the commencement exercises of the Charlestown high school. * * Mr. R. H. Grant, the head waiter at McClure House, has had some very swell banquets served in the last week, conducted by Mr. Henry Jones and his full crew. * * An every day Occasion.—A large number of dinner parties are being served every day, by the experienced party man, William C. Gordon and his assistant, R. H. Page, and linen man, Bussman beges. * * Mrs. George Walker gave a supper, and served refreshments at her home in Morrow street, June 2d. a number were present and the social was a success. * * Miss Lulu Dofmeyer gave a social at her home in C street, Thursday, June 4th. It was at the home of Mrs. Jacob Dungy, Tuesday, June 2. * * Miss Fanny Lee entertained at the home of Mrs. Jacob Dungy, Tuesday, June 2. * * Miss Lillian Sawyers, of Charlottesville, Va., arrived here Monday June 1st, to join her husband, Dr. James T. Sawyers. They will reside here. * * Captain Will Gordon, of the 22d U. S. infantry, gave a reception at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Grant Beasley, 1000 Chaple, in honor of Dr. and Mrs. Sawyers. The evening was well spent in music and social conversation. After the time was well spent, covers were laid for about fifteen guests, and an elaborate supper was served. Those present were: Mrs. Lillian Sawyers, Mrs. Emma Beasley, Misses Fanny Lee, Bessie Grant, Lulu Dofmeyer, Oriska Beasley, Laura Ransom, Dr. Sawyer, Captain Will Gordon, Messrs. Grant Beasley, William Turner, Walter Spriggs, Myres Carpenter, John Grant. * * Mr. Jerry Magruder, of Pittsburg, made a flying trip to Wheeling, being the guest of Mr. W. C. Gordon. Mr. Magruder expects to locate here soon. Send $1.50 for a year's subscription to The Freeman, the best Negro paper published **MRS. MARTH.** the world renowned a-dhily celebrated business and test **MEDIUM** reveals everything. No imposition. Can be highly celebrated and marriage a speciality. Every mystery revealed, also of absent, deceased and living friends. Removes all probabilities and estrangements. Can be her startling revelation of the past present and future event in one's life. Remember, she will not for any price matter you; yet she can be very nonsense. 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Room 208 Stevenson B'd'g, Second Floor—front room. 15 E. Washington St SILK COATS Cheaper by Nearly HALF YOU NEED ONE nearly every evening for comfort's sake, even if the prowess it will afford your dress be left out of consideration. Moreover, Silk Coats in themselves are pretty, and, what is quite as important, stylish. Twenty or thirty of them today at a very low price. pays for your pick of several dozen Coats of ponge, shantung, cloth of gold and black taffeta silk. None among them but was recently several dollars more exp expensive, some worth as much as $20.00. L.S.AYRES & Co Indiana's Greatest Distributors of Dry Goods. TO FREEMAN SUBSCRIBERS. If The Freeman falls to reach you, please let us know by phone or card. We cannot know unless you tell us. Phones—New 2880; old 7187; black CITY AND SOCIETY BRIEF5. Bring your news items to The Freeman. Mr. Frank Finney of St. Louis is in the city. Rev. Riley has returned from his trip east. Mr. Allen Scott of Lebanon, spent Monday here. Rev. George Sissle is the guest of his family this week. Mrs Ida Johnson has returned from a pleasant trip South. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Byrd are at home at 522 Blackford street. Mrs Brown of Detroit, has returned home after a pleasant stay here. Miss Marietta Summers of Chicago is the guest of Miss Jessie Willis. Miss Adeline Williams is improved from a severe illness at this writing. Mrs. Louis E. Clark has gone to Oberlin, O., to be the guest of her parents. Mrs Ora. Dunlop has returned home after a ten-days' stay at Noblesville. Mrs. Ella Clay leaves the 25th to attend the summer course at Hampton. Bring your news items to The Freeman. Phones—2880 new; 7187, black, old. The Episcopallian plonic given at Greenwood Park Tuesday was quite a success. Messra. John Fielding and Henry Underwood of Cincinnati, spent Sunday in this city. Mrs. Susie Jones and daughter of Crab Orchard, Ky., have come to this city to reside. Mr. John Evans, Y. M. C. A. secretary, attended the Wilberforce commencement this week. Rev. J. M. Townsend was called to Richmond, Ind., by the death of a granddaughter. Miss Cordella Moore of Covington, Ky., visited Miss Robinson in Sheffield avenue Sunday. Mrs. Henderson of 1207 Sheffield ave was painfully injured by falling in a cellar last week. Mrs. G. L. Knox spent Wednesday and Thursday in Charlottesville, the guest of friends. Mr. Tucker returned home from Detroit, Mich., last Sunday. He is an old English Hotel bellman. Dr. J. E. Moreland, international secretary of the colored Y. M. C. A., was in the city this week. Mrs. Ed Hurt and daughter, Rose, formerly of this city, now of Chicago, were in the city this week. Meadames William Curry and Emma Hillman are guests of friends in the southern part of the State. Mr. Mack Byrd of Cleveland, O., was here this week. He attended the marriage of his brother Charles.* Mr. and Mrs. Burton Cummings of Frankfort are in the city with a view to making this their future home. Clarence White of Washington, D.C., passed through the city Tuesday en route from Chicago to his home. Mr. and Mrs. Moses W. Fleming of $3.00FREE To EVERY PERSON sending their Name and Address Write at once enclosing stamp for particulars. Address SCOTT REMEDY CO., P.O. Box 570, Louisville, Ky. A THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. Birmingham, Ala., have removed to this city for permanent residence. The East End Club was entertaised at the residence of Mrs. Cora B. Jackson, 388 Toledo street, Friday afternoon. Miss Emma Simms, who has been visiting Mrs. Harry Williams in Olive street, returned to her home in Edinburg, Ind. Mr. W. A. Johnson of Lincoln, Neb., was in the city several days this week. He was entertained largely by Mr. John Evans. Mrs. Lotta Neal of Bloomington has been in the city for a few days visiting Miss Kate Mann. She returned home Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Moore and daughter of Covington, Ky., visited Mrs. William Henderson last Sunday in Sheffield avenue. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis R. Lewis of Shelbyville, Ind., were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Fancett in North West street Sunday. Rev. J. M. Conner of Little Rock, Ark., passed through the city Monday en route to attend the commencement at Wilberforce, Ohio. Mr. Hunter C. Haynes, manager of the Haynes Strop Company of Chicago, was in the city Wednesday en route from New York City. Rev. J. I. Lowe occupied the pulpit at Simpson Chapel Sunday morning and Rev. Sheen in the evening. Both services were excellent. Children's day was observed at Bethel church last Sunday. An interesting address by Bishop Tanner was the principal feature of the hour. Miss Tillie Larter of Bedford was the guest of relatives here for a fortnight. Miss Larter has now gone to Charleston, Ill., to be the guest of her sister, Mrs. Malone. Rev. W. H. Riley, B. D., pastor of Simpson Chapel, will address the Y. M. C. a. in their rooms Sunday at 4 p. m. Rev. Riley is an interesting speaker. All men invited. At Jones' Tabernacle A. M. E. Zion church, Blackford street, Rev. W. H. Chambers, pastor, there will be preaching at 11 a. m. and 8 p. m. Sunday-school at 2 p. m. Visitors always welcome. Meadames Lewis Clark, and A, H. Henderson will attend the wedding of Miss Edna Anderson and Rev. James Francis Gregory, June 30, at Cleveland, O. They will also attend commencement exercises at Oberlin college. For Thanksgiving services of U. B. F. and S. M. T's, the fourth Sunday in June, all members of the U. B. F. are requested to meet at Summer Lodge Hall, corner Illinois and Georgia streets, at 12:30 Members of S. M. T's will meet at Friendship Hall, corner Court and Delaware streets, at the same hour. The race question will be discussed in the Y. M. C. A. Literary Society Thursday, June 25th, at 8 p.m. Many race leaders will be present and enter the discussion. Each speaker limited to ten minutes. This will be an interesting meeting. All men especially invited. All who enter these rooms receive a cordial welcome. Cards are out announcing the marriage of Miss Mary Flyn Brown to Mr. William Henry Huffman, Wednesday evening, the 24th. The ceremony will be performed at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. William Corbin in North Capitol avenue Mr. and Mrs. Huffman will be at home, 2703 Russell avenue, St. Louis, Mo., after the 30th inst. Miss Lavata Cain of Columbus, Ohio, who has been the guest of Miss Tennie Robinson in Sheffield avenue for the past three weeks, will return home Sunday. While here she was entertained d by Mr. and Mrs. Wm Henderson Friday evening, June 5th, and by Mr. and Mrs. Stafford in Blake street, Friday, June 12th. Miss Cain will spend a week in New York shortly. BUSINESS INTERESTS Call on Emanuel Williams for coal, coke, wood and kindling. 402 W. North street. Phone 1884 main, old. tf SEWING SCHOOL.—We give you a ladies' tailor system and teach you to cut and make every garment worn by women and children. Mattie Green, 1211 Lewis street. Troussers $5.00 up; suits. $20.00 up. Charles A. Parker & Co., 461 N. Pennsylvania room, room 20—The Tallors. We solicit your patronage. Charles A. Parker, formerly with A. J. Treat & Son. Cleaning, dying and repairing a specialty. New phone 2885. Indianapolis, ind. The class of wares offered this week by Bert M Hounchin, 318 E. Washington street, are astounding the public from the standpoint of unheard of slashes in the prices. To appreciate the wonderful bargains offered at this popular store it is necessary to pay it a visit and thereby save yourself nearly fifty per cent on all purchases. Departed for Nashville. Clarksville, Tenn., Special, — Lena Magdalen Blakey, the noted autohore and writer, has taken leave for Nash- Ladies $2.00 and $2.50. Shoes slight -Factory damaged. Special.... $1.19 $2.00 and $2.50 Shoe values choice..... $1.69 All sizes. Best of treatment to the colored people Your trade solicited. 318 E. Washington Street The Most Reasonable Place on the Avenue Every Hat in the Store marked down to $ \frac{1}{2} $ PRICE. Come first before they are picked over. BICYCLES AND REPAIRING Great Sale of Second-Hand Wheels. Telephone Black 7186. Special Attention to Car Orders VICTOR TALK EDISON PHON We are no wonderful en- ment. prices to $75.00. W ustrated catalog and latest list INDIANA TALK 48 N. Pen- INDIANAPO WANT $10.00 for SQUARE $35.00 for Groves een & Co. $50.00 for New England square $50.00 for D H Baldwin Square $60.00 for Knabe Square Piazza $65.00 for Grovesteen & Fuller $75.00 for Decker Bros. Square $100.00 for Hazeltcn Bros. 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Pennsylvania Street. ville, Tenn., where she has gone as a special representative of The Freeman and other foremost journals of the country to look after the various university commencements there. More than two score of persons were at the station to bid the distinguished young woman aleu. To Boston, Mass., and return via Big Four Route Account First Church of Christ Scientists. Tickets to Boston, Mass., and return will be on sale June 25, 26, and 27, 1903, from "Big Four" points and points on Cincinnati Northern R. R., and D. & U. R. R., at half rates. Tickets will be good so long on date of sale and good for return to and including July 2, 1903. By depositing ticket with Joint Agent at Boston, and payment of fee of 50 cents, an extension of return limit to and including August 1, 1903, may be obtained. For full information and particulars as to rates, tickets limits, call on agents "Big Four Route," or address the undersigned, WARREN J INNCH Gen'l Pass. & Ticket Agt. W. P. DEPPE. 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We have the goods, and in the city, It is our earnest endeavor to please everybody. NOTICE A FEW OF OUR PRICE Pernna.....60 Boyt's Poison Kilmore Swamp Root 35c and .....67 Palmer's Snout Miles $1 Remedies.....75 Petrolina, pop Miles 25c Remedies.....19 IS. S. S. 69 The above are only a few, we have hundreds PINK'S CUT RATE 550 Indiana Avenue ALWAYS RELIABLE We give rebate checks on all cash purchases. Don't fail to ask for them. Save them, they are valuable to you. We have the goods, and sell them at the lowest prices in the city. It is our earnest endeavor to please everybody. NOTICE A FEW OF OUR PRICES: Peruna.....60 Hoyt's Poison Blood Cure 35c and.....59 Kilimner Swamp Root 35c and.....67 Palmer's Success Remedies, each.....16 Miles $1 Remedies.....75 Petrolina, pomade, the only genuine 35c per lb Miles 35c Remedies.....75 S. S. 69c and.....$1.25 Refrigerators and Summer Stoves at 4 off this week. IRON BEDS. 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