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THE FREEMAN A NATIONAL PUBLIC LIBRARY 1 ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER VOLUME XVII. NUMBER 22. SHIFTING SCENES THOMPSON'S WEEKLY REVIEW OF THE PASSING SHOW "TO SOLVE THE RACE PROBLEM" Prof. Jesse Lawson's Well-Arranged and Thoughtful Book on the All Absorbing Negro Problem—Bishop L. H. Holsey's Impracticable Idea. By Our Special Staff Correspondent In presenting a detailed report of the proceedings and conclusions of the Washington conference of the National Sociological Society Prof. Jesse Lawson has contributed a volume of real weight touching by title and logical reasoning the all absorbing question of the century. "How to Solve the Race Problem." The book into which the work of this notable gathering has been so properly and thoughtfully preserved in permanent form comprises 286 pages, gotten up in the typographer's best style, and is liberally embellished by fine portraits of the members of the well known scholars and sociologists who participated in the Washington conference last November. Among them are the author, Prof. Lawson, Dr. Booker T. Washington, Commissioner H. B. F. Macfarland, Prof. Roscoe Conkleng Bruce, Kelly Miller and E. A. Johnson, Ex-Congressman George H. White, Revs. Sterling N. Brown, O. M. Waller, S. L. Corrothers, Walker H. Brooks and O. J. W. Scott, Bishop Henry Y. Satterlee, B. W. Arnett and L. H. Hosley, Hon. J. W. Lyons, Geninney, Dr. Dean Richmond Babbitt, Dr. A. D. Mayo and Dr. Robert Reyburn—all universally recognized as the best types of representative manhood and broad gugged thought to be found among the black and white races of the meeting, the object of this gathering was to go over the race problem in its multifarious phases, and to discover, if possible, from the evidence candidly submitted a basis of adjustment that will be fair and acceptable to all parties concerned, it is the first instance in history that such a meeting has been attempted, and it was so eminently successful that Prof. Lawson performs a signal service to the nation in having the principal papers, debates, letters and findings, together with a resume of the personalities that made up the membership of the body, appear in book form for quiet persusal in thousands of homes and for sober discussion in many societies throughout the country. The volume is sold at $1.00 per copy net (12 cents extra for postage) and can be had by communicating with Prof. Jesse Lawson, 2011 Vermont avenue, northwest, Washington, D. C. "How to Solve the Race Problem" embraces too many valuable features for a lengthy review of each, but two points will especially attract the careful reader. The first of these is the strong, convincing and exhaustive argument of Prof. Lawson, presented before the committee on labor of the National House of Representatives, giving reasons why the bill providing for the creation of a 'Commission on the Race Problem in the United States.' The object of such a commission is to make a comprehensive investigation of the condition of the people of the Negro race in the United States, their educational and industrial progress, and the best means of promoting harmony between the races, said commission to consist of nine members, with adequate powers. It is suggested that three of these members be southern white men, three northern white men and three colored men. The brief submitted by Prof. Lawson covers a great deal of ground, and must be read to be appreciated at its true worth. The chapter touching the requirement of the whites that the Negro people rally harmoniously under an agreed leadership is the best statement of that particular phase of our problem that we have seen in print. It goes to the marrow of the situation. The paper by Bishop L. H. Holsey, of Georgia, offering "racial segregation" as the only permanent solution of the American race problem is a remarkably brilliant analysis of the subject chosen and bears the stamp of earnestness and sincerity, but the impracticability of setting aside a number of states or territories for our exclusive domination in a land of even professed individual sovereignty, dismisses his fantastic scheme from anything save the realm of purely academic discussion. The plan is impossible, and, from most standpoints, undesirable. The Negro suffers much in his present environment, but the wisest among us will contend to the finish that the problem is an American one, and can only be solved on the theory and practice that we are full-fledged American citizens, living upon our native soil and working out our manifest destiny to the end of time side by side with every other American, subject to the same laws and entitled to the same protection and civil recognition. Bishop Holsey's picture of the South and the Negro is not helpful or inspiring. Conditions are bad enough in Dixie, but well informed southern colored men critique the bishop's brochure as being far more dismal than the situation warrants. While it is freely confessed that the whites insist upon supremacy in matters of government and refuse to tolerate any semblance of social equality, there is no disposition to interfere with the black man's progress in education, religion, acquisition of property, labor or personal enjoyment within his own sphere. On the contrary, the better classes encourage thrift, right living and industry by assisting the Negro to buy farms, to build churches and schools, to go into business and to increase the productivity of acreage and earning capacity of his own sphere. The schools are not fares, where the colored people are themselves alive to their opportunities. If the public funds are not sufficient to keep the schools open a suitable number of the patrons going into their pockets for a supplementary sum to continue them. The Negro is not a ward, and the instinct of selfhelpfulness will bridge over many difficulties that are complained of. The sensible, far seeing Negro has little or no trouble anywhere in the South, except in politics, as is attested by the increasing volume of business done by the race along all lines, the many prosperous farms, comfortable homes, beautiful churches, good schools and respectable bank accounts. In these possessions the black man of the South is better off proportionately than his so-called "free" brother of the North. The understanding will be clearer when it is frankly stated that there are two Souths—the industrial and political. The first can be enjoyed by the Negro in peace and plenty; the second means strife of the most strenuous character for us. The Negro can choose which he will have for his portion. Bishop Holsey's bitterness comes of the inevitable failure of any attempt to combine the two discordant Souths in ad. vance of the welding force that inheres only in a perfect Christian education, social amity and political harmony. It is too soon to expect celestial bliss in what was a seething furnace of racial and sectional hate scarcely a generation ago. The trend is toward substantial progress, short as the steps may be. The book "How to Solve the Race Problem," as we have said, is a valuable contribution to contemporaneous discussion, and in it will be found data and reference to dada bearing upon every element that enters into the great questions of the day, presented without prejudice or to uphold a personal hobby. It cost over $1,000 to place the work before the public. A great many good things are said of Dr. Booker T. Washington and his work, and the spirit of calm philosophy that has made the Wizard a leader in the best sense of the word among all people, characterizes Prof. Lawson's refreshing and illuminating treatment of this gigantic theme. SHARPS AND FLATS Emigrate to Liberia!—"not on your life!" We dislike many eminent men because we do not understand them. Notwithstanding the disapproval of Mr. Watterson the port paragrapher continues to thrive and grows in pertness. The test of an institution is the man it produces. Education is for the service most needed at a given period of a people's development. Since the world insists upon judging the race by the average Negro it behooves us to see that the average is as high as education character and industry can make it. We can tell better whether the Methodist conference is sincere in its attitude on the amusement question when we note a few suspensions of paying members for theater going. Anyhow, Mrs. Hannah Elias, the nervy and resourceful Negress who worked the New York millionaire Pratt out of $885,000 in cold cash could not be catalogued as a cheap woman. Millionaire Pratt will not get any sympathy CONTINUED ON PAGE 8. NATIONAL BUSINESS LEAGUE TO INDIANAPOLIS BUSINESS IS RUSHING ME. If the Negro will continue on that horse, instead of that other spectre, it will not be long before he reaches a fitter place in the affairs of the country. Politics, active, rabid politics, is ghost of the other days, and at no time intended for the Negroes' good, but rather the "Trojan" horse of opportunity for other men. INSTALLATION OF PASTOR Rev. Trusty Honored-A Successful May Festival and Bazaar-Church and Personal News. Chattannoooga, Tenn., Special.—The degree of D. D., was conferred upon Rev. C. H. Trusty, pastor Leonard Street Presbyterian Church, by the faculty of Lincoln University. The address which he delivered at the commencement was fine and scholarly.—Rev. I. M. Preston was installed pastor of Mission Ridge Baptist Church last Sunday. This occasion was greeted by a large congregation, which was wrought up to a high point of great enthusiasm spiritually. Rev. W. F. Black, pastor Union Hill Baptist Church, preached the installation sermon, subject: "Preach the Gospel," which was handled in a manner to besithe the soul and revive all us to a greater Christian work. Rev. Preston was escorted to the pulpit by all the deacons. Rev. O. Langton presented the Bible. The charge delivered by Rev. C. C. Smith, the ex-pastor, was in fine and befitting words of advice. Words of welcome by Deacon A. Hayes in behalf of the Sunday School.—The May festival and bazaar, given for the benefit of the First Baptist Church, was a financial success. The entertainment was of a high order.—Mrs. Jorephine McNairy, dean of Verdi Conservatory, Nashville, and music teacher in Walden University, rendered several solos at the May festival and bazaar. Mrs. Will Lilly also rendered selections in a fine and dramatic manner. Prof. Joseph Douglass, of Washington, D. C., rendered choice selections on the violin, Miss G. M. Jackson assisted Prof. Douglass, Mrs. Alice White deserves much credit for this great success. THERAPEUTIOS CONVENE. School Closing and Graduating Exercises—Social, Personal and Local News. Columbia, Tenn., Special.-The second convention of the Negro Physicians, Surgeons, Dentists and Pharmacists of Tennessee was held in Columbia at the Ma Lah- anon Baptist Church last week. The meeting was called to order by Dr. A. T. Braxton, who most eloquently welcomed the association. An interesting program was rendered at each meeting. President T. A. Lester, of Nashville, presided over the association. Dr. Stephen, formerly of Shelbyville, Tenn., and Dr. Anna B. Marsh, of Robertson Fork. Tenn., were appointed reporters to the local press for the association. The annual closing of the public schools was held this week. The main feature was the graduating exercise held at St. Paul A. M. E. Church. A large crowd listened attentively to the program rendered by the pupils. Certificates were presented to the graduates of the grammar department and diplomas to the graduates of the high school. Those finishing high school were Misses Ethel L. Porter, Mamie Foster and Golden D. Perry, Mr. L. H. Archer delivered the address to the graduates. The Macedonia public school had their commencement exercises last Wednesday and Thursday nights. Rev. C. A. Ward delivered a masterly address to the graduates. In his address he gave some wholesome advice to the graduates.-Miss Laura Brown returned last week from Detroit, Mich.-Lewis Foster has been quite ill. G. A. R.'s ANNUAL SERMON. Henderson, Ky., Special.—The annual sermon of the G. A. R.'s was preached at the First Baptist Church last Sunday. The Post marched to the church in a body. The church was beautifully decorated with flowers and flags.—Last Wednesday evening Mr. John Blakemore opened Held's park with a delightful strawberry supper, which was well attended. Mr. Blakemore will be remembered as the gentleman who managed so many enjoyable entertainments at the park last season.—The fancy drill given by the Columbians, under the management of Miss Viola Cavol, for the benefit of the I Wonder Temple, No. 60, S. M. T., at Benevolent hall last Friday night, was quite a success.—Mr. and Mrs. James Garret and Mrs. Samuel Sackson spent last Sunday at Basket Station, were they attended an old fashion basket meeting. PRICE FIVE CENTS, SINGLE COPY--SIX MONTHS, $5c; ONE YEAR $1.50 SCHOOL COMMENCEMENT. "To the Great Goal of Fame There is but one Path, Upward," Motto of Graduating Class. Dallas, Texas, Special.—The high school commencement was held at the city hall, where the eight young lady graduates rendered a program that was appreciated by the large audience present. The following program was rendered: Piano duet, Cecil Robinson and Alberta Wade; invocation, Rev. A. C. Pinckney; chorus, "Across the Sea," Alonzo Stone; paper, "The Effects of Influence," Bertha Morgan; male octette, "Buttercups," Messrs Walter Harris, Leon Helms, Tribune Douglass, George Wyman, Ralph Williams, Sanders Chandler, David Andrews, Hallie Edwards; "Life's deeper meanings," Johnnie Walker; instrumental trio, Minnie M. Bailey, Fannie Weems and Guiney Edwards; "Now or Never," Jeannetta Fququa, octette, "Nightingale and Rose," Louisa Marshall, Carrie Johnson, Birdie Jordan, Lizzie M. Fququa, Walter Harris, Tribune Douglass, Ralph Williams, David Andrews, class tutalatorian; "The March of Progress," Irma T. Hill; "Talents," Lillie Mayes Parker; vocal solo, "O Sing, Ye Birds," Ida Mae Eubanks; "Take Higher grounds," Nettie Williams; "Prepare for Action," Hattie Mae Ingham; chorus, "Estudiantins," P. La Come; "There is More Beyond," Lillie B. Andrews; annual address, "What is it Worth." Dr. J. T. S. White; music, selected, Miss Lincolnia C. Haynes; presentation of diplomas, Hon. George W. Jaionick, president board of education; remarks, superintendent of the city schools, J. L. Long; octette, "Last Night," Herbert Johnson, Ida M. Eubanks, Millie Jackson, Marquette Idelett, Eva Howard, Carrie Townsell, Bessie Wilburn, Gussei Edwards, Mahala Stevens.—Lynhurst Social Club entertained the class of '04 and a special party of thirty-eight couples at Odd Fellows' hall Friday. A choice menu was served, many toasts were said, and those who like to dance were delighted by the famous Black and Tan orchestra.—Davidson and party of four, Carrie Townsell, Worcester Workroom.—Each city church is very busy, trying to save sinners.—Enerbustures are plentiful, and there are always somewhere to go these days. ORANGE BLOSSOMS THE WEDDING OF TWO WELL- KNOWN SOCIETY LEADERS WASHINGTON'S COTERIE GATHER To Witness the Marriage of Mr. Day and Misa Stewart-The Social Event of the Season-Flower Girls, Bridesmaids and Groom's Attendants. Washington, Pa., Special.—The wedding of Mr. Jesse Clarence Day, of Lima, Ohio, and Miss Ada, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Stewart, of East Railroad street, took place at St. Paul A. M. E. Church Wednesday at 8 p. m., in the presence of a large and fashionable audience. The church was profusely decorated. Before the ceremony Miss Libbie Skinner, the church organist, accompanied by Mr. Elmer H. Jones on the violin, rendered a pleasing musical program, consisting of "Call Me Thine Own," "Q! Promise Me," "Love's Mystery," etc. Promptly at 8 p. m., to the strains of the Lohengrin wedding march, the bridal party ent red the church and was met at the altar by the pastor, Rev. D. F. Caliman. During the impressive service "Hearts and Flowers" was played softly, and at the conclusion the party retired, amid the joyful strains of the Mendelsohn march. The bridesmaids, Misses Rhita Scott, Pearl Corr. Gertie Smith and Miss Grace Thornton, of New castle, were gowned in pink mousselaine de soie and carried pink carnations, while the maid of honor, Miss Phoebe Stewart, wore pink lansdowne over silk and carried pink carnations. The bride wore a handsome crepe de chine over liberty silk, with yoke of point de esprit, and carried bride's roses. Her full length veil was fastened with orange blossoms. The groom wore the conventional black and had for his best man Mr. Raymond Anderson. The ushers were Messrs. Thomas Wheeler, Earl Mose , Evan Baker and James Butler. At the reception which followed, Misses Laura and Stella Wasler, Mrs. James Streets, of New Castle, assisted in receiving. Among the out of town guests present were Mr. and Mrs. James E. Moe, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Woodson and Edward Johnson, of Wheeling. W. Va., Miss Margaret Bailey and Almede Harper, of East End, Pittsburg, cousins of the groom; Mrs. Mattie Coleman and Mrs. Alice Campbell, of New Castle. News Items. New Albany, Ind., Special.-Mr. Isaac Moman, who was visiting relatives and friends last week, has returned to Chicago.-Mrs. Lucy Nichols is much improved.-Mrs. Catherine Smith continues very all at her home on West Fourth street.-Miss Mamie Richardson entertained a few friends last Thursday in honor of Miss Willard.-Mrs. Haddix, of Indianapolis, is in the city. She came to attend the commencement of Scribner high school, from which her daughter graduated.-The rally at Bethel A, M. E, Church was quite a success. Personals and Locals. Vicksburg, Miss., Special.-Jack Arohen sells The Freeman. See him!-Mrs. Susan Blohan is on the sick list.-Mrs. Nancy Johnson is slowly improvising.-Mr. Frank Hannan and Miss Emma Nattin were married Wednesday night, June 1, at the home of the bride's mother. The couple are very popular, and they are wished much happiness by their many friends.-Stay off the jim crow cars. In Social Circles. Defiance, Ohio, Special.—The Lunday & Cook Concert Co., played in Napoleon, O., recently at the White Elephant Club.—Mi's Nellie Vinegar and Mr. W. E Lunday visited Toledo Sunday.—Mr. and M. Vincent Day and little son, of Lima, visited here Sunday.—F. W. Sherwon has accepted a position at the Tumbull wagon works. Low Fares to Bloomington via Pennsylvania Lines. June 18th and 19th excursion tickets to Bloomington, account Indiana State University Commencement and Reunion of Alumni will be sold via Pennsylvania Lines from all ticket stations in Indiana. For information regarding rates, time of trains, etc., call on Local Ticket Acent of those lines. CURL-I-CURE You owe it to yourself, as well as to others who are interested in you, to make yourself as attractive as possible. Attractiveness will contribute much to your success—both socially and commercially. 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The forward movement of the church has been uninterrupted from the beginning. Each four years bring new and graver problems and multiplied and complex interests. Those who understand the inner life of the church and who were acquainted with the actual conditions were not surprised at the hearty and firm endorsement which was given the words of the bishops when they announced that, in their judgment, there was no good reason for an increase of their number. There were very few things done at the general conference as a result of impulsive agitation. The public sessions were excited and noisy, but the committees were well organized, very deliberate and exceedingly influential and seldom failed to secure the adoption of their various reports. It was in the committee rooms that the real work was done. In the public sessions very few of the experienced and able men had much to say. 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Name,___ City,___ The chief test of the wisdom and strength of the general conference was in resisting the well organized efforts of office-seekers, and from this test right came out in triumph. In the great enlargement of the Connection and the vast increase of its activities it is not a very important incident that there should be found a few men who are selfish and not honest. Bad men will always find a way to mix with good men in places of high trust and honor, but there is little danger so long as the majority are watchful and upright. There may be some loss and some wrong done, but the cry that the great church will fall into the hands of the evil men is a mere bugbear. The tolerance shown in individual instances were acts of mercy, pure and simple, and had beneath them the wise purpose of avoiding a disturbance of the good wheat during a critical time because of a few tares. The past quadrennium witnessed some acts of the most heroic character, and it was felt that enough had been done for the present along that line, and that it was the part of wisdom to put forth all possible effort to building up the gaps in the wall. Those who have read the Nineteenth Century are well aware of the fact that the American race problem is but a drop in the bucket to the vast question that is looming up in South Africa. The prominence given the A. M E. Church in all of these discussions is enough to strike with awe all thoughtful men of the church and race and to brush from public gaze every minor issue and put to earnest work the best minds and bravest hearts. At this very moment the destiny, not only of the Negro of America, but of the world, is largely in the hands of Bishop C. S. Smith, who is now in charge of the South African field. 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May 13th, 1904 — The Original Ozonized Ox Marrow straightens kinky hair cures dandruff and makes the hair grow. Warranted harmless. Send us fifty cents and we will mail you a bottle postpaid Address Ozonized Ox Marrow Co. 76 Wabash Avenue, Chicago, Ill. PENCILINGS. PENCILINGS. By W. Milton Lewis, Indianapolis, Ind. Bishop Geo. W. Clinton is a popular member of the A. M. E. Zion Episcopacy. At the time of his elevation several years ago he enjoyed the distinction of being the youngest Negro bishop ever created; he was then thirty-two years old, the age when most men are winning their first spurs. Bishop Clinton was then and is now a man of splen did physique. He was in the pink of perfection, mentally as well as physically to say nothing of his high moral plane and religious status which had brought him his early honor. When on his way to California short- A-A MEN ly after becoming bishop he paid Indianapolis a visit. It was my pleasure then to see the distinguished prelate. He was a superb looking creation who might have posed as Apollo Belvedere in an artist's studio owing to his physical endowment. "Dark but comely," as Soloman said to the daughters of Jerusalem, a man of the schools and singularly enough, yet right enough, all dedicated back to the God that gave it all. He was a strong man for Zion in truth, for the greater Zion. Sam Daily, of Tuscaloosa, Ala., write his name down big Sam Daily, has given a farm of 125 acres of valuable land for an industrial farm for young Negro criminals. It has been accepted and the young Negro criminals will be sent there instead of the coal mines. While our communities North might not permit just such a move yet the excellent idea could be carried out among a class of boys very likely to become criminals if they are permitted to follow their own bent. Even if they do not become so bad as that, they reach that other mediocre—indifferent stage—becoming plagues and pests that congest the gangway to appreciation. Up in these parts they are given to turning up their noses at anything whatever that looks like premeditated work. But an industrial institution with the very ground as the base ought to be one among the very much welcomed institutions. At the most it could concern but a few of the many thousands. The chances are that William Jenning Bryan will be known in American affairs as the irrepressible. He has his one valuable asset—he is an excellent talker. He poured forth his story at Chicago with the plaint of injured innocence, and the world knows the rest. A Chance For All. For a short time only we will send to any address in the United States or Canada, postage prepaid, Booker T Washington's great book "Up From Slavery," and The Freeman one year for $1.75, address The Freeman, Indianapolis, Indiana. Low Rate Excursions for June. Via Big Four Route from points in Indiana, St Louis World's Fair every day until December 1, 1904. Season tickets, sixty day tickets, fifteen day tickets. 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The man who lives all for himself and joins in the mad rush for filthy lucre would not make a good preacher. The colored waiters who have rushed C 1 THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER CARL ANTONSON3 Respectfully Present TO THE Railroad Porters entering Peoria, Ill. Bottle Beer Guaranteed Perfect. 1 Want Your Trade. Mention this Paper summer. It would not be a great surprise if Mr. Percival should be in charge at the Royal Poncian at Palm Beach next season. It is reported that an all-round fight occurred among the colored waiters employed at Yale College, and as a result a change will likely occur in this department when school opens again. The Hotel Men's Mutual Benefit Association of the United States and Canada met in their annual convention in New York City, June 6th, ending June 9th. The convention was well attended. We will publish particulars later. The Head, Second and Sidewalters' National Association met in Fitzgerald's Auditorium, Atlantic City, N. J., June 6th, and continued until the night of the 9th, winding up with a reception. A detailed report will appear in next week's issue. The war between Japan and Russia has greatly aided the colored waiters on the Pacific Slope owing to the fact that a large number of Japanese employed as waiters have gone back home to join the army, and their places are being filled by colored waiters. Frank Funk (white), headwalter at the hotel Rudolf, Atlantic City, N. J., entertained the delegates to the National Convention by giving them an afternoon outing in a fine yacht. A amputous luncheon was served while at sea. After several hours' sailing along the Jersey coast the party returned much delighted at their trip and the hospitality of Mr. Funk. Mr. Funk was ably assisted by Mr. T. H. Jackson, his efficient second waiter. G. S. Holmes, the popular proprietor of the Knutsford Hotel, Salt Lake City, Utah, has sold his interest in the Angelus Hotel at Los Angeles, Cal. It was Mr. Holmes' desire to put colored waiters in the Angelus, but he was opposed by other stockholders, so he retires from the Angelus. Mr. Holmes is one of the best friends the colored waiters have in the West. At the Knutsford at Salt Lake City he employs colored waiters, and has in his employ as headwaiter Mr. Thos. H. Frame, the king of the Western headwaiters. Moulton Yeager, a colored waiter at the Arlington Hotel, Washington, D.C., dropped dead Tuesday night of heart disease. Moulton, as he was known about the hotel, probably was acquainted with more prominent statesmen than any other man of his race in the city. He had been employed at the Arlington for a score of years, and during that time waited on notable men from all parts of the country. He was Senator Wolcott's favorite waiter, and when Senator Thomas C. Platt returned to the Senate in 1897 he found Moulton on deck at the Arlington, where he had left him some sixteen years previous. The man was faithful and industrious and possessed of an humble courtesy that won for him many friends. Senator Platt left Washington last Thursday, and before going he shook hands with Moulton and told him to visit him in New York if he ever came that way.—N. Y. Hotel Gazette. Sometime ago the editor called attention to a bill before the State Legislature of Massachusetts to prohibit tipping. The bill was sugar-coated and slipped through in the following disguise: "Whoever corruptly gives, offers or promises to an agent, employee or servant any gift or gratuity whatever with intent to influence his action in relation to his principal's, employer's or master's business, or an agent, or employee, or servant who corruptly requests or accepts a gift, or a gratuity, or a promise to make a gift or to do an act beneficial to himself. under an agreement or with an understanding that he shall act in any particular manner in relation to his principal's, employer's or master's business, or an agent, employee or servant who, being authorized to procure materials, supplies, or other articles either by purchase or contract for his principal, employer or master, or to employ service or labor for his principal, employer or master, receives directly or indirectly for himself or for another a commission, discount, or bonus from the person who makes such sale or contract, or furnishes such materials, supplies, or other articles, or from a person who renders such service or labor; and any person who gives or offers such an agent, employee, or servant such commision, discount, or bonus shall be punished by a fine of not less than $10 or more than $500, or by such fine and imprisonment for not more than one year." The bill in the above form pretends to be aimed at higher game, but it is dollars to doughnuts that, if put in operation at all, it will be to prohibit tipping. However, we predict a failure in its effort to prohibit tipping. From Iowa. Lake Manawa opened on the 28th of May with some change from last season. Mr. O'Brien, the popular Omaha restaurant caterer, has charge of the cafe at Manawa this season. Nick Patton has accepted the position as head waiter and has a crew of picked waiters. Mr. O'Brien is proprietor of the Henshaw in Omaha, where he employs colored waiters. The little 2-year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. Burke is seriously ill and not expected to live. A good colored barber could do well in this city by opening a clean shop and staying at his post. Col. Fred Stone, the new pond master, looks very neat in his new uniform. C. Burke, the ex dog catcher, is chef at the grand. Mrs. T. S. Britt has gone to Chicago to make that city her future home with her niece, Mrs. Ella Smith. Copies of The Freeman can be had by seeing T. S. Britt, agent, From Kansas City, Mo. With the forthcoming spring the same old story is in vogue that has been for decades, "walters preparing to go," while men of integrity in other walks of life are preparing to stay. If some clear brained man could institute a preventive or anaesthetic for this outstanding evil called "globe trotting" he will achieve one of the greatest accomplishments along the lines of industry yet recorded. Of course I might mention a treatise on the disease, but, alas, there would be so many outstanding deserters. I would propose that, if a man becomes dissatisfied with his abode, he might, after having secured enough means to make a justifiable and agreeable change, do so, but a man that dislikes each and every place he goes, and determines to tramp the universe "looking for better" not only finds himself embarrassed along financial lines, but becomes a constant menace to the common people. As I can not see any source of income for one looking for the "rain-bow terminus" here is proof of the nuisance of "globe trotting": In winter, at places where traffic is quiet, a big surplus of waiters are on hand; at the busy season, at the same place, waiters are generally very scare. Why this irregularity? Witness the present situation at the World's Fair at our sister city of St. Louis. There are four hundred idle waiters, and about one-fifth are prepared to properly care for themselves while unemployed, and still they come. An incident that caused me much embarrassment occurred while I was employed in a hotel in a metropolitan town, thus: The manager informed the head-waiter that he wished to confer with the sidewalters concerning the municipal election, it being near election time. His first query was: "Now, gentlemen, how many of you are qualified voters, that have registered?" Out of twenty-four waiters there were three registered voters. Imagine his surprise. He afterwards remarked "he thought his waiters were citizens, but instead they are bums." Their cause for disqualification was they had not been there long enough to register. Now, fellow-waiters, consider the adage, "a rolling stone gathers little moss," and "cast down your bucket where you are." GREENE French Lick News French Lick, Ind., Special.—Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Cole of Louisville, Ky, spent a few days here. Misses Mallissa Stevenson and George Waters of Chicago spent three days here as the guests of Miss Mattle Williams. A special "bus" party took the ladies to the observatory on Mt. Arle, returning via of the Wayside Inn, where refreshments, music and dancing were enjoyed. Miss Mattle Bowens of Louisville, Ky, will spend the season here. Miss Nannie Procter spent a few days in Louisville, Ky. George Battle, Rob. Loder, Rob. Holden, Adriel Lytton and J. Thomas formed a special party at dinner at the Palace Cafe on Sunday. Mr. Arthur Miller entertained the bellmen with a lunch and stag at the European Cafe Thursday evening. There were fourteen present, and every moment of the evening was enjoyed. The menu was ideal in conjunction with the stag. A smoker followed. Mr. Loder of Louisville, Ky, is visiting his son here. The Bon Horne Club met at the residence of Miss Alice Thomas Friday evening. An excellent literary program was rendered and lunch served. The membership has increased and the club prom- less to furnish the pleasure of the valley this season. Mr. George Battle celebrated his birthday at the European Cafe on Tuesday evening. The affair was a stag, and toasts to the health of the host was drank. Fifteen new boys have arrived. Sol Pitman and Charlie Morgan have done some good work during the present rush at the hotel. With six trains in and as many out in a day the boys have had all they could do. John Glover has recently been placed as an assistant. AUSTRALIA PUNISHES WHITE CYCLISTS. Floyd A. McFarland and Hardy Downing, two of the American cycle riders who remained in Australia after Iver Lawson sailed for home, have been severely dealt with by the New South Wales wheelmen, according to mail advice just received in New York. McFarland has been suspended for three years and Downing for one year, the alleged reason, that they did not try to win themselves, and were in a combine to prevent "Major" Taylor from winning the Sidney Thousand, a mile handicap, with $8,750 as first prize. Five Australian riders who were supposed to have been implicated with the two Ameri loans, have been suspended for periods arranging from six months to two years. McFarland his expected at Valsburg today or tomorrow. When he learned of his suspension, the Californian went to Sidney to try to have the suspension raised, as it debars him from racing all over the world. It could not be ascertained if his visit was successful. JACK SULLIVAN GAINS DECISION OVER MIKE SCHRECK. Fast 6 Round;Preliminary Declared “No Contest.” On Wednesday night June 1, there was pulled off at the Empire Theater, Indianapolis, Ind., a ten round contest between Jack (Twin) Sullivan of Boston, and Mike Schreck of Cincinnati. The contest on a whole was a terrific slugging match from start to finish, and had the bout not ended so quickly we might have had to record a knock-out for Sullivan. Sullivan showed lack of push from the start, seemingly waiting for an opening for a knock out, but as the fight lasted it seemed; that the twin got stronger. Schreck, on the other hand, was on the egressive most of the time. Three or four times Schreck was forced against the ropes, and was once knocked through the ropes. It can be safely said, however, that Mike Schreck is a dangerous boxer which was evidently shown on the night of June 1, when he encountered the most successful blocker in the ring today. Sullivan got the decision. The preliminary windup consisted of a six round bout between Beverly Howard of Indianapolis, and Bob Flanning of Frankfurt, Ind. This was a fast fought bout and would have ended in Howard being the victor, but in being over anxious to put his man to rest, he soaked Flanning a stiff one while the little fellow was lying down, thus committing a foul. Flanning, who is about a foot shorter than Howard is every inch a fighter, he proved this by knocking Howard in the dust in the second round. As the third round was shortened in order to save Flanning, and Howard committing a foul, the referee declared the fight "no contest." Hank Griffin and Jim Fields, fought six rounds to a draw in an old barn five miles east of Richmond, Ind., at an early hour Friday morning. The Richmond police and sheriff of the county were vigilant and no attempt was made to pull off the fight on the Hoosier soil, the Buckeye turf being desecrated by the pugs. At the end of the sixth round, the referee declared the mill a draw and stopped proceedings. The principals were willing to go the limit if the purses could be increased, but this was not well thought of, by the crowd of Richmond spectators. Jack Johnson, the colored heavyweight champion, defeated Frank Childs, of Chicago, in a six round contest on the night of June 2. The fight was decided one-sided, the Chicago man being outlassed. Childs was knocked down in the second and third rounds for the count of nine, the gong in each instance saving him from a knockout. During the last three rounds Johnson had things his own way, and although Childs managed to last six rounds, he was in a very bad waylat the finish. Joe Gans, the lightweight champion pugilist, was given the decision on the 3rd of June, over Harry Cohen (Kid Griffo), of Brooklyn, in the seventh round of their fifteen-round bout to a decision before the Eureka Athletic Club, Baltimore, Md. Gans was the stronger of the combatants, and floored the New Yorker nine times during the INDIVIBUAL HOTEL DIRECTORY (One address line $2 00 per year: including subscription to The Freeman, in advance.) BRAWDATTERS. F. P. Thompson, Hotel Champlain, Clinton county, N. W. seven rounds of the combat. The battle was clean throughout, and the colored man clearly demonstrated that he was the more clever boxer. In the army track meet held at Vancouver Barracks, Wash., May 19-21, the colored troopers from the Ninth Cavalry defeated their white opponents from the Nineteenth Infantry, in the majority of the events. They won the first game of base ball in eleven innings 4-3. They also won the game on the 20 22 0. On the 21 the team from Troop E, 9th Cavalry won its game from the Eighth battery, white, 15-5. After the sports there was dancing --- The Dixie Kid, who has a decision to bisc credit over Joe Walcott on a foul, at San Francisco, is at present in St. Louis. He is following the races Ira Fitzgerald, the Cindlunati horseman, is trying to get a match on for the Kid, who is willing to meet any man in the business at from 142 to 148 pounds. Jewey Cook, the reputed lightweight champion of England, and wetterweight champion of South Africa, was disposed of in the eighth round, on the night of May 27, by Joe Gans in Baltimore. The Freeman in New York. Chas. H. Wilson 129 W. 30th. Street. Geo. 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It is an undeniable fact that persons will come to an undeniable fact in full knowledge of what they want, and confront a Medium they try their unmost contempt to dispel from their minds what they know so as to hear if it will be rehearsed by them, and to give a person by "pumping," in no few cases, is the by many unprincipled Mediums, but to take hold of the hand and gain control of the mind, and to give the possibility to most of them. And yet this can be done by consulting MRS. MARTH this seeming mystery becomes a realization. This is so unrealistic no little attention, by men and even college professors. So it proves conclusively that although there are infringers in our midst with "oily tongues" and gaiters, the gaiters have not been closed. It takes a great deal of study to become an accomplished Medium, and by a continuous and uningering effort, the key to the well of application is procured by MRS. MARTH for the benefit of humanity. By letter advice $1.00 Hours from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. All letters must contain stamps for answers. MRS. M. B. MARTH 246 W. 1st St. New York City. The STAGE EDITED BY "Woodbine" stamped enveloped, plainly addressed must be enclosed for each letter, and the line business followed by the person addressed could be given, in order, to the person Not all letters are enclosed and others should bear and 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 paid in the Freeman Post Office for FOUR WEEKS ONLY hereafter. LADIES LIST. Blaufon, Miss Hattie Jones, Mrs D B Bacon, Robirda Logan, Mrs Laura Black, Miss Leona McCormick, Mrs C Carvie, Miss Leona Morton, Clara Davis, Miss Leah Rees, Mrs S die Davis, Miss Willie M Robinson, Pattie Gillam, Miss Tenia L Robinson, Pattie Burton, C J Brewers, The Brown, R E Black, R. E Perry Cisel & Mines Clark G G Cool, Kid Howell and Howell Clark H Q Delee, Bert DeVine, Mice Vida Garland H J Bellon H J Begges, Ed Hutchins, Anthony Inman, Frank Jones, Ruse Shannon, Sam Jones, Chas P Jones and Raymond Looney, E J Le Boeky, Frank Lane, Henry Morton, Cher McCabe, Daa 2 McCabe, Daa 2 McMillan, W H Marshall, James McDaniel, Lester Oliver, Jack M Priest, James Priest, James Parker, C A 2 Rentrow, Jap Richardson, Fred Rue, C E Richardson, James E, Smith, D D Shields, Willie Tibbs, Sol The Fosters W. D J -ROUTE- A RABBIT's Foot Co.—Kingston, N. C., June 13; New Bern, Al. —Wilmington, I. N., Goldsboro; Kaleigh, D. —Durham, I. N. RICHARD & PENNIE'S Gear, Birmingham, Sheer BRIAR & PENNIE'S Gear, Montreal, Big, 15; Timber, I. N.; Livingston, I. N.; Bozeman, 18. P. G. Lowry, 4 Paws & Sells 'Briar.' Circus- Providence, R. I. June 13; Norwich, Conn. 14 New Haven, Bridgeport, 16; Water- ford, N. C. OLD PANTING MUNSTRELS (Southern Carrina O.—Canton City, Col.) June 13 to 18. The Dinwiddie Quartet of Philadelphia, sends regards to all friends on the road. J. Ed. Green will manage the stage with Gas Hill's Smart Set Co. next season. C. C. Powell, of Ft. Wayne, Ind., author of several songs, was a Freeman caller this week. Ciscoe, the Australian half-man-monkey, is certainly a sensation with the Pawnee Bill show this season. Lew Hall, the well known minstrel, is managing the New Palace Saloon and Summer Garden at 124 Beale St., Memphis, Teen. South Sea Island Joe and wife Beno are features with Pawnee Bill's Wild West, and send their regards to P. G. Lowery and Co., with 4 Paw and Selle Co. Billy and Estelle Johnson are at the Ninweb park, Louisville, Ky., under the management of Tom Logan. All friends can address us at 629 Tenth St. Louisville, Ky. Billy Miller writes from California that he has left the Alexander Mint ins, after a successful season, and is now working the Sam Loverage Circ cuit, with much success. Emanuel Brown is one of the hustling young business men of St. Louis, Mo. and his pleasant disposition has won him many friends. His club at 1308 Chestnut St. is headquarters for many of the professional people. Harry A Brown, cartoonist, writes that he opened on the Melville Park Circuit. Erie, Pa. June 6, Waldemeer park. With Athletic park, Buffalo, N. Y., and fourteen weeks to follow. He will play West during the winter season. Thos. J. Hobart, "Black Sunny Jim," after playing the most successful season of his career, which ended Saturday 28 at the Chicago Opera House, is now greeting at his home, 120 W. LaSalle St., South Bend, Ind Would like to hear from Willie Washington, of Kansas City, Mo. THE FREEMAN: AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER Marshall C. aig, contortionist, finished the past season with Billy Kersandsi Minstrels, he closed the season with the company at Hopkins Theatre, Chicago on June 4, and will spend the summer at his home 2232 Dearborn St. Chicago. Regards to Mr. and Mrs. Fliddler and all friends. We the Payton Trio, have found a new act that makes good all the time, and we will be East with it soon to see what folks there think of it. We are well and would like to hear from all friends in and out of the profession. We will be at liberty after June 1, address The Freeman. Price & Price—Clay & Kate—write: We are in Elpaso, Tex. doing well. We would like to hear from Punch Jones and Simon T. Dunmore. Boys, we have not lost our hitting powers and the southern newspaper critics have to give it to us, and we don't buy their write-ups. We are the hold-overs at San Souct park this city indefinite. Raleigh W. Thompson, late of the Hottest Coon in Dixie Co., has completed his four weeks' engagement at the Unique Theater, with plenty of ginger introducing his first song which he wrote himself. "Since Silas Brown went in society," I have got something good boys, he says, would like to hear from all friends in and out of the profession. Hello Reed and Johnson & Johnson. The Old Plantation notes.—The show is getting top money every week. Arthur (Daddy) White is knocking them silly with his monologue. Ben Jarett, the great buck-dancer, is getting his at every show. Mr. and Mrs. John Burton send regards to the Vaughners. Mrs. Earnesteen Brown is singing, "What the band played" with great effect. Mr. and Mrs. Burton is pleasing them with their funny sketch. All the company sends its best wishes to The Freeman and says let us have them every week. S. H. Dudley, the Lone Star comedian will star in the Smart Set next season. He is now in Chicago for the summer and has joined hands with Jack Johnson, the colored heavyweight champion. They are running one of the most popular places of amusement in the city; they are located at 2442 State St. All friends are welcome. It is quite a treat and credit to the professional field, as there has never been a place like this to spend their leisure moments and read The Freeman. Watch for the surprises Johnson and Dudley have in store for the amusement seekers. The Armstrong Brothers will leave Georgetown, S. C., their headquarters, on or about the 25th inst. for St. Louis, where they will put on their strong magical act, the only one of its kind ever attempted by colored artists. They extend an invitation to all colored patrons of the exposition to witness their work before leaving the fair. They will close at St. Louis about Oct. 30, and then leave for the West, playing in all the Kansas, Texas and California cities the remainder of the season. Regards to the profession. J. L. Johnson writes: I am enjoying the best of health and never sang better in my whole career. The Nightingales have begun to fly heavenward. Sidney Kirkpatrick, of the Kerasands show, our burtone singer, has arrived, and Goode and Looney, bass and tenor, will be with us on the 20th. We leave then for a ten weeks' Chataquana trip. As we are all Hoosier boys and readers of The Freeman, we send our regards and best wishes to The Freeman, Rass Jones, an old comrade and tenor singer, Harry Fidler and all friends in and out of the profession. Notes from Al Holman's Troubadours with Pawnee Bill's Wild West—Billy Banks, the veteran tenor, joined us at Philadelphia during our engagement there, and added to our already strong company of entertainers. During our engagement at Washington, D C, we had the honor of appearing before President Roosevelt's family and retinue, for whom we gave a grand performance and our quartet of ladies were presented with silk handkerchiefs with the American emblem at the corners, by children of our distinguished guests. Our roster is, Geo. Thomas, Tod Pesterson, Billy Banks, Jim Chapman, Will Carter, Adela Glideon, Annie Hamer, Mamie Whaley, Lula Hill, Annie Miller, and the writer. The entire company sends regards to $^{10}$ friends. P. B. R. Hendrix's Chicago notes. Hopkins' Theater is having for its attraction this week, one of the best shows that has been there this season Kersands Minstrel Co. is packing the house from pit to dome, and has the credit of being the only company to have the S. R. O. sign put up. It is beyond a doubt one of the companies on the road Kersands is as entertaining as of yore. Cook and Jones come in for a share of honors, and in fact each performer is an artist. March C. Craig is superior to all others in his line. Prof. Lacy and his supreme band are making the hit of the season. The whole company sends regards to friends. They close with this week's engagement, and open in July. Nearly the entire company is reengaged, and new ones added, to make it larger and grander. Billy, success is yours, may you live long and prosper. Notes from Ducournan Bros. Southern Minstrels—We are still in Arkansas playing large cities and towns, playing to fine business. We are now in our sixth week. The show is under the management of Joe Ducournan, Leon Ducournan sole proprietor, L. J. Murray, business manager; Walter Marsh, master of transportation; W. B. Jones, Jr., stage manager; Felix Alcantarus, leader of band and orchestra; Andrew Kimble, cornetist; Wilson Smith, trap drumer; Hugh Collins, trombonist; J. J. Helton, G. H. Holt our leading comedians; Lucus & Bonacasse, Valantyne and Wilson the unequaled whirl-wind buck and wing dancers, the former is cleaning up with "Any rags," Van Owens, ventriloquist; J. A. Jackson and A. Robinson send regards. W. Simon is on the sick list. Elliott and Jones are creating a howling success in their new sketch nightly. Jones is also featuring "Sweet Estelle," beautifully illustrated with fourteen slides and would like to hear from Dr. Shaw. Regards to all friends. W. B. JONES JR, Camden, Ark. Notes from A Rabbit's Foot Co.—We are now touring the state of Virginia making quite a success. We played Richmond on the 25 and 26 to a swell business, each night the S. R. O. sign was out at 8:30. When the curtain arose everybody yelled. "Hurrah for the Rabbit Foot." Mrs. Grace Hoyt took three encores on "The Jungle Queen," while Miss Logan took two encores on "Since she won that thirty thousand prize." Happy Howe is the favorite of Richmond and has been for the past three seasons. Inman and Davis scored well as usual. After the show the entire company had the pleasure of attending a swell reception given by some of the best people in Richmond for the company. Our trip this season certainly is an outing more than a working tour. Miss Laura S. Logan sends regards to all friends in and out of the profession, and wishes them much success in their line of business; she is taking the houses by storm Miss Ivy A. Harris receives the praise of everybody in her appearance on the stage and as being strict and up-to-date on playing her part as the leading lady. P. G. Lowery's vaudeville company, Miss Gertrude Brown is with us and is the second Black Patti. She is making good success. She sings like a nightingale and hits hard singing, "Bobolink." J. E'. Green writes from New York.—Saturday night brought the closing of the last colored show out of New York, the Black Patti Trubadours. Two weeks prior to that the Smart Set closed at Boston, both shows closed what the Negroes term a most successful season and are in active preparation at once for the coming season. Will Marlon Cook has launched a success musically in the Southerners, now playing at the New York theater for a summer run. The cast is mixed of white and colored, with that quinic comedian Jimule McCree as star. Abbie Mitchell Cook takes the honors in her rendition of Mandy Lou. The company sails for London June 18 and a new chorus is in rehearsing to succeed the one now running at the New York-Ernest Hogan, the unbleached American, playing at Washington in a Bogus Prince, where reports say he is the rage. Lawrence Chenault, Mattie Wilkes, Ed Harris and Hattie Hopkins have an operatic quartet in preparation to appear in leading vaudeville houses this summer direction of R. E. Mc Phearson. Miners' 8th Ave. theater has been packed nightly, to see Al Myers' octoorous, headed by Grant Jones Williams, Murphy and Francis. The show has caught on and leaves for the Shea circuit of parks 6th inst. Tom Brown and Nevan are in London with a new act. Harry Brown, Al F. Watts, King Proctor and Bob Kelly are seen daily up and along the Rialto. Theo. Wilson music writer of the team of Green and Wilson will sail for Europe on the 18th, when he expects to push "Two Tender Dreamy Eyes," their latest hit. John Larkins contemplates taking out the trip to Africa, this coming season, direction of Wm C Craine. J. Ed. Green will handle the Smart Set next season, in the meantime he will direct the summer tour of Lipsey and What Will Cure Here is a prescription that has proved most wonderfully effective in even the oldest man. Anyone Can Have it Free. A combination of ingredients have been found by a Detroit doctor which together comprise a prescription for the cure of weak DR H. C. RAYNOR. men that certainly has never been equaled, for quickness and thoroughness of cure, and all weak men everywhere should send for it, as it costs absolutely nothing. It is free, and in this way many a weak man has cured himself in the privacy of his own home when all other things seemed to fail him. You can cure any weak man up to the age of 83, and, but only make him stronger and more vital, by making his applications as well. 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Dudley, the Nally funny man will succeed Ernest Hogan in the part of G. W. Bullion in the Smart Set. Mattie Phillips has signed with Black Patti. Garland and Goff will sell for England on the 18th. The Female Drummer Quartet is with Al Meyers' octoorons. J.Ed. can be addressed M. Witmark and Sons, Witmark Bldg. New York. Would like to hear from R. M. Cooper. Notes from Ninaweb Park Theatre, Louisville, Ky., Tom Logan, manager. Our show is better than the best ever seen at a similar place of amusement in the city, and it is not to be wondered at the large and enthusiastic audiences that greet us daily. Batie and Simmons are as clever as clever can be, and are accorded well earned encores at every appearance. Billy Palm Carroll has made over good by his faithful delineations of the aged Negro and his jig dancing comes in for no small amount of favorable comment. The Wilsons are by no means strangers here, and their popularity seems never to wane hence three and four encores are considered common occurrences. Wm. Able the talented vocalist "goes big" by reason of the fact that he has the happy faculty of knowing just what the audience wants, and just how to deliver the goods. Billy and Estella Johnson came highly recommended, and they have more than fulfilled all claims made for them. Tom Logan manages to please employer, employees and the audience as well, and that is saying a great deal. Prof. J. B. Tucker's orchestra is in attendance, and is doing nicely. Simmons and Batie are playing a pleasant engagement at Ninaweb park, and send regards to Inman and Davis, and the Florida bunch. Tom Logan sends regards to Albert Carroll, Billy Reeves, Buddy Glenn, Tommie Golden, Dennis and Jones, J. J. Helton and J. E. Stiles. Will Able wants Florence Hines to write and write quick. Webb William; the easy going comedian, has returned to Louisville, and is humming a song that sounds suspiciously like "Home, Sweet Home," and "Think It Is." James B. Tucker sends regards to all professionals and boys from N. O. Estella Johnson sends regards to Elvira Johnson and all friends. Rastus Brown Roth is at Louisville, Ky. Billy Johnson wants to hear from J. Ed. Green, and wants it understood, that the nick name "Blue" is out out. Billy Carroll sends regards to the profession, and can be addressed 1001 W. Walnut St., Louisville, Ky. Conceded by all the Biggest and Best on Earth. A No. 1 Colored People in all Lines of the Business Quartette, Buck and Wing Dancers, Singers, Cake Walkers, Corps, Buglars, Etc. All must be good singers and dance-stage all you do first letter. CONSIDER ALLEGE A PO-NEGATIVE. Permanent AL. W. MARTIN, Address of National Printing Co., Room 1508 Tribune Building, CHICAGO, IL. BGTON PARK And People's Park. Season of 1904 opened June 1st, State Theatre and Dancing Pavilion. Good opening attractions. For dates and other particulars, address smagers, care of People's Drug Store. BGTON PARK MONTGOMERY, ALA. Be Welcomed when Visiting the Fair. Only. Billiard Rooms in Connection. UNWICK SALOON W. HOLT, Proprietor, Opposite Union Station. ST. LOUIS, Mo. And Tobacco. Kinloch, A 1481. COAT BAR With 22d Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. or. A. WILLIAMS, Manager. Overs and Cigars. Pool Room in Connection. HOTEL, EUROPEAN, 2321-2323 Market St., St. Louis, Mo. places—in heart of colored business district. Not to World's Fair Grounds—for rooms, address B. BROOKS, Proprietor. Curvy Dining-Room EET, a place where you can get a good square Meal-money's worth. Pure butter, good coffee, the best beef. Meals at all hours. T. JORDAN, Manager, ST. 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Said he: "Speaking here and elsewhere as the friend of the Negro I will not cone al from you the fact that in my judgment this is the most critical period in the history of your people. The elder persons of both races, with their peculiar and pathetic attachments, are fast passing away. Between the younger generations there are no such ties of sympathy, but rather, I fear, a growing estrangement. And, then there are others who have pronounced education a discredited experiment—a demonstrated failure in the elevation of the race. That, instead of being a potential agent in the redemption of a people, it has wrought them injury and threatens their ruln. A few have gone so far as to declare that education has increased immorality and crime. Now, all this I have publically and emphatically challenged, and I call upon you young people of this institution by the purity of your living and the fidelity of your service to make good that challenge. Demonstrate the fact that the agency which has been all powerful in the history of every other people shall not meet its first defeat at your hands. Answer those criticisms—many of them perfectly honest and sincere—not by harsh and defiant speech, but by the overwhelming argument of unassailable character and unquestioned integrity and unchallenged achievement." Much else of similar character came from the lips and heart of this patriotic southern gentleman. On Monday night, May 23, six young men were graduated from the Phelps' Hall Bible Training school, and on Tuesday night, May 24, the Trinity Church prize contest was held. Dr. Donald, of Trinity Church, Boston, has established two prizes of $25 and $15 each, which are awarded to the students of the senior and middle A classes who submit the best orations on certain subjects. The regular commencement exercises were held Thursday. Present at these exercises was a special party of capitalists and promoters, including Mr. Leigh Hunt, the developer of the Soudan; Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Perkins and Miss Ruth Cleveland Perkins; Mr Geo. E. Roberts, director of the United States Mint and Mrs. Roberts, Mr. Grosvenor Clarkson, son of Gen. James S. Clarkson, also Major Charles R. Donglass, son of the lamented Frederick Douglass. At the commencement exercises on Thursday Principal Washington of the school awarded 197 academic diplomas and industrial certificates to graduates. A feature of commencement day of special interest was the dedication of Douglass hall, named in honor of the lamented Frederick Douglass. The program for this occasion was as follows: Hymn....."All Things Are Thine," Whittier. Invocation.....Mrs. E J. Penny Introductory Remarks. Elizabeth Thompson Address.....Mrs. J. B. Bruce Reotation....."Fredrikow Douglas," P. L. Dunbar; Sadie Waterford Dedicatory Address..... Major Chas. R. Douglass The following description of this building may be found interesting: Douglass hall is a two story brick structure, fronting in an easterly direction. On plan it is in the shape of the letter H, the longer axis being from the right to the left, forming an elongated H. In outside dimension it is 73 x 152.8. The middle section has a light, airy basement, almost entirely above ground. The basement contains five sleeping rooms and a toilet room. On the same floor level with the basement rooms and extending through two stories is a large room, 39 x 71.7, 23 feet high, seating 440, to be used for a girls study room and a girls assembly room. This room is a feature of the building. Situated on a hill-side advantage was taken of the slope of the ground to make the high ceiling in the assembly room without any additional expense other than what was necessary to get a good foundation. The ceiling of the assembly room is on the same level with the ceiling of the first floor of the building, thus making the entire second floor of the building on the same level, sleeping rooms being placed over the assembly room. The floor of the second story over the assembly room is supported by a row of 8 inch iron columns, placed in the center of the assembly room. The first floor contains 13 sleeping rooms, averaging in sze 12x15 feet, and a sliding room 15x26 feet. The main entrance is in the middle of the central portion of the building, directly in front of the main stairway to the second story. A long hall, parallel to the main axis, leads to an outer door on the South side, and to a flight of stairs leading to a basement on the North. A second flight of stairs to the second story is on the West of the back-side. The second floor contains 22 sleeping rooms, and a room 17x28 feet to be used by the Young Womens' Christian Association. Wide halls are provided and ample closets for the rooms and for litter, brooms, etc. A two story plaza 10x65 feet is built on the front, and one two story light 10x48 feet is provided on the rear or West side. Two small porches shelter other outside entrances. The bricks are laid in mortar colored moss green. The outside wood-work is yellow pine, painted dark brown. The roof is covered with tin shingles. The inside wood-work is yellow pine finished in the natural wood. The halls are wainscotted 3 feet high, with narrow boards. The cellars are covered with beaded ceiling. The side walls are plastered. The building is heated by steam and lighted by electricity. Each room has two large windows, thus insuring ample light and good ventilation. Almost the entire work, including electric lighting, steam heating, carpentry, masonry, etc., has been done by students. It is a good example of the steady and sure progress being made in teaching the trades as it represents on a whole, the best class of work which has yet been done on the campus. The building cost $25,504. Mr. Douglass' address was an effort of surpassing interest and elegance. He was listened to most intently. He spoke for only twenty minutes, but crowded every moment of that time with words of real wisdom. He said in part: 'I deem it a great privilege, as well as a great honor to have been invited by your worthy principal to be present and participate with you in these dedicatory and memorial ceremonies. Looking back to the days of my youth and recalling the scenes and incidents immediately preceding the great struggle that was followed by your and my emancipation, for though of northern birth and rearing I became subject to many of the conditions and environments that were the logical outcome of the enslavement of my race. It seen more like a dream than a reality to have seen and witnessed what I have seen and witnessed here. "It would have been a proud day for the man in whose honor and memory you have so graciously named this grand edifice; this building for the housing and comforting of our girls—our future women, teachers and mothers of our race, could he be present. What you are accomplishing here was one of the fondest dreams of my father's life. He always believed that this was the true and most effective way out of our perilous condition of helplessness, such as we were in when brought face to face with freedom, citizenship and responsibility. He always deplored our becoming a dependent class, and while believing that we stood in need of every safeguard that belonged to and was cherished by every other citizen, yet he believed our material welfare paramount to all other considerations as newly made citizens of the republic. "You have no reason to be discouraged in this noble work for yourselves and for your race. It is well, perhaps, that there are some who oppose. It may, and I believe it will nerve you on to greater endeavor. You are the pioneers in a new departure. I would not trade your experience here for all the political experience of a generation. This experience benefits the many while political favor can only be enjoyed by the few. Once firmly establish yourselves in the communities in which your lots may be cast in good homes, and apply your talents and efforts to the creation of things that are most in demand and you will soon forget that there is anything left to be desired, as all else will follow as a matter of course. "Now comes the more difficult problem of the Negro's status as an American, freeman and citizen. Forty years have elapsed since his emancipation. Citizenship with all its attendant responsibilities was suddenly thrust upon him. He had received no preliminary instructions for its exercise. He did not demand it, for he did not know what it meant, and the inevitable result was that its exercise was a failure to him. Designing men of the dominant race and unscrupulous men of his own race led him astry, and to their personal advantage. The expected in this case happened, and that is as a political factor the Negro of the South soon fell into disrepute. It will take a long time to recover from its ill effects. Those of the leaders, white and black, who brought the Negro to this condition have long since deserted him and left him to his fate. In this delima, with GEO F. NAVE. Secretary and Gen. Manager. OFFICE OF MUSKOGEE KOGEE OIL & COMPANY MUSKOGEE OIL & GAS COMPANY (INCORPORATED) CAPITAL STOOK: $1,000,000 208½ Broadway. This is the only oil producing Negro o plied the deepest and best oil well in depth of 1115 feet. The oil came rushil is still rising. We will begin other wells in the same foundation of a great fortune has been chapter in the history of Negro enterprise. The stock holders of our company a States, repardless of where they live, the and the officers are working without sal. We have ordered a car load of pumpin time to place our oil on the market, and idend. Until further notice Board of Directe share, the par value of which is $35.00. With these facts before us we feel was world to join us in this great enterprise. only oil producing Negro Company in the world. It is the best and best oil well in the celebrated Muskogee oil fleet. The oil came rushing in at the rate of 25 feet. In other wells in the same locality at once. We feel that great fortune has been laid, and the first paragraph of history of Negro enterprises has been written. Holders of our company are protected, by the laws, of where they live, the books are open for inspection are working without salary for the sole benefit of the owner a car load of pumping and tubing outfit, and exert our oil on the market, and give every stockholder a notice Board of Directors have decided to sell stock value of which is $25.00. Acts before us we feel warranted in entreating the Natives in this great enterprise. This is the only oil producing Negro Company in the world. It has just completed the deepest and best oil well in the celebrated Muskogee Oil field. At a depth of 1115 feet. The oil came rushing in at the rate of 25 feet per hour, and is still rising. We will begin other wells in the same locality at once. We feel sure that the foundation of a great fortune has been laid and the first paragraph of a new chapter in the history of Negro enterprises has been written. The stock holders of our company are protected by the laws of the United States, repardless of where they live, the books are open for inspection at all times, and the officers are working without salary for the sole benefit of the company. We have ordered a car load of pumping and tubing outfit, and expect in a short time to place our oil on the market, and give every stockholder a handsome dividend. Until further notice Board of Directors have decided to sell stock at $5.00 per share, the par value of which is $25.00. With these facts before us we feel warranted in entreating the Negroes of the world to join us in this great enterprise. 1910 GOD SENT THIS MIGHTY MAN to help thou who cannot help themselves. Prof. T. N. Kennedy is the only one in the world of his size who can care for high and forty years of age; he was born in Schlenkler, Fayette county, Texas. He has given him the entire globe, he gives you a lucky seal that py forever; he also makes peace in your homes, causes the separated to come together. Helps counties, counties, pensions lawsuits, sickness, love affair, hidden treasures, divorces, notes, deeds, etc. He does not claim to do everything but he does. He works with, was exercised among the HALL ME INDUSTRIAL MASSIL One of the Finest Equipped B Young Ladies in the Nor Our building has been ree Modern conveniences -- Heate Girls admitted form 14 ye course for Teaching. COURSE Dressmaking, | Millinery, | Music (ins Special courses in all bran Write for Catalogue. FRANCE Tutition. Lodging. Board in Institute. Our winter term opened Jan. 12, 1904. ALL MEMORIAL INDUSTRIAL SCHO MASSILLON, O. Finest Equipped Boarding Seminaries. Ladies in the North. Competent for building has been recently furnished throu veniences -- Heated and lighted by na admitted form 14 years up. Special pr teaching. COURSE SPECIAL: Millinery, | Music (instrumental and vocal), | Fo special courses in all branches of Domestic Science. ogue. FRANCES A. RILEY $50 00 p. 2 00 p. 9 00 p. opened Jan. 12, 1904. Summer course HALL MEMORIAL INDUSTRIAL SCHOOL MASSILLON, O. One of the Finest Equipped Boarding Seminaries for Young Ladies in the North. Competent Faculty. Our building has been recently furnished throughout, Modern conveniences -- Heated and lighted by natural gas Girls admitted form 14 years up. Special preparatory course for Teaching. COURSE SPECIAL: Dressmaking, | Millinery, | Music (instrumental and vocal), | Food Economics Special courses in all branches of Domestic Science. Write for Catalogue. FRANCES A. RILEY, Pres. Tuition..... $50 00 per year Lodging..... 2 00 per month Board in Institute..... 9 00 per month Our winter term opened Jan. 12, 1904. Summer course closes June 30 200 Days Treatment $1.00—Order Today THE BLOOD is the LIFE of the FLESH —HOOSIER— HERBS OF HEALTH The Famous Blood Purifier and Liver Regulator. Lock Box 133, INDIANAPOLIS, IND. Agents Wanted. Home For Delegates. Persons desiring to care for delegates to the National Business Men's League, which meets in this city August 31, September 1 and 2 1904, will please send their name and address, also number of delegates that can be accommodated, to the secretary of the reception committee. Miss Daneva Donnell, 43 Baldwin block. Delegates will pay the penal, rate for first class accommodations. --- P.BAUSTIN President. REV. DR. W. H. SIMS, Treasurer. OIL & GAS PANY the Company in the world. It has just come on the celebrated Muskogee Oil field. At a living in at the rate of 25 feet per hour, and the locality at once. We feel sure that the island, and the first paragraph of a new verse has been written. The protectors by the laws of the United the books are open for inspection at all times, salary for the sole benefit of the company. lng and tubing outfit, and expect in a short and give evety stockholder a handsome div ctors have decided to sell stock at $5.00 per warranted in entreating the Negroes of the e. Address, GEO F NAVE, Secretary and Manager. 208¹ Broadway, Muskogee, l. T. beasts and they were made to obey. May God bless this mighty man forever, the spirit resembled all things to him, and he holds the things to him. May God bless this message to God, asking him for help, and Angel and the Dove came from the Spiritual realm to him everything to cause every enemy to be him. May God leave you, cause drunkenness to be broken, cause speedy marriages, cause husbands and wives to be married, cause people to be man and is always in this Spiritual Price. Please consult $1.09 send stamps for reply. Address PROF T. N. FISER, cor. Juliette and Washington. Dallas Texas. 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He is hew- ing to the line he has marked ont, and no amount of abuse or opposition will divert his attention for he knows he ie following the best course attainable for the succes of his mieston—the uplifting of his people from darkness and de- gradation to light and ctvilization. The best of the white race, regardless of sections, have come to his support. Without thelr helping hand what we beheld today could not have happened, To # man, what is our duty? Should there be one among us to stay the hand Prof. Peter Inacio Virgil now of Bal- timore, Ma, is a planist of unusual mer- {t and there are few of our race who have such 9 remarkable gift of finent, spontaneous and charming melody of expression in playing as this young man. The technique and ease with which he plays the most diffivalt pleces fs thonght tobe marvelous. Though he makes very little demonstration of his ability as others seem to make, he better expresses himeelf in his works and performances at the plano. Mr. Virgil studied the plano under Prof. Conetanta Yon and theory under Prof. G. Kretzler. After his gradua- tion he took a conrse in technique and composition under Dr. Ebhardt at the Grand Conservatory, New York. Prof. Vireil has traveled extensively in the New England states and Masea- chusette, playing before both white and colored audiences. Hols one of the few that bas played before the noted 400 of ‘New York, often beng engaged to en- tertain thelr guests and receiving con- gratalations through the New York press. He applied for admission in the (German Conservatory of Music, New York city, January 1899, they at first refused him on account of color, but through some influence they decided to give him a trial, in elx months he made sich rapid progress, the directors and some of the professors congratulated him. After two years study on exer- elses Mr, Virgil became able to master somewhat difficult compositions, often seouring engagements ont of town. In two years and a half he secured his cer- tificate and the following year his dip- loma. Amorg the students at the oon- servatory were, Mrs, Abner McKinley, Miss Mabel McKinley, Princess Hatz- field and many others well known. eee If current ramor can be relied upon the Negro, after all, is to have represen: tation at the St. Louls exposition. It le to be a kind of side show, or “attraction down the pike.” The scheme was en- gineered through by s Washington woman, the wife of Dr A. M. Cartis, former surgeon in chlef of the Freed- man’s hospital. The affair will be in the Imelight, and the opening exerci- ges, August 1, will be participated in by Professors Booker T. Washington, Kelly Miller and W. E. Burghardt Do Bois. President Roosevelt has always been in favor of giving the Negroa it for}of our guide? I say nay! I will not | and aling | call him leader, that has to much of a | and of 8| political sound, and, besides, t implies | cou: t and | followers; but the guide which has s | here dow- | similar significance is more in keeping | and ) and | with the character of the great head of | go o efore| this institution; humble, bat not un-| beer d be} manly; unaseuming, but not without | Suc 4 de-| force and » courage of his convictions | sang to to assert bimself for the best interest of | and ‘ : = @® - poke ‘ 7 2 a t FREDERICK DOUGLASS HALL —— < we re SS ee eee stent his people, Such a mania your honored | selv: ever principal, Booker T. Washington, It] tical ) the | has been traly said in tlmes past, and| the new-| in the history of all races, that when a| not and /crisis was approaching that was to| not Will settle the fate for gocd or evil of any | app. he is people that the occasion brought forth | are e for}the man to redeem his people and to | tofo: ting |save them from destruction. I take It | cour | de-| that the crisis was near at hand. and | intei ‘The|has not yet passed the danger point, | we | 5 of| When on that eventful day, at the open-| sit port. |ing of the Atlanta Exposition, when | pest ; wo the tide was setting rapidly against us| Wo, med, |i vonsequence of our political short- | owe ould | comings, our great deliverer and guide| grat 1and | sounded the keynote of a new departure, | pri: ee ee HMO CSPOSIION, Dut the plans had all been matured and the commls- eloners appointed prior to his ascenden- oy to the presidency, The jary in the Humburd damage case returned a verdict for the plaintiff in the sum of $50 as damages against Mrs. Ed Crawford for refusing Hum- burd, who is # colored man, the privil- edge of eating @ meal in the boarding house of which she te owner, The suit was brought by Humbard, who was «it- ting on a caseas jaror, and who was taken to the Crawford house to be served with dinner the same as the other jarors, Upon arriving at the door he was imformed that the land- lady could not allow him to eat at the same table or in the house with the re- mainder of her regular boarders and he was compelled to ieave the place and seek another place for his dinner, The March number of the St. Nichol- ‘88 magezine contains a masterly car- toon from a most promising young colored artist of Columbus, Ohio, Mr. Floyd L. Mitchell, who though but 15 years of age, won the first prize in the ‘St. Nicholas competition for his origin- ality and pure technique in drawing. There is a brilliant future for this young gentleman, end his color will Probably not be a detriment in his chosen profession, as he, we think is des- tined to rank with Tanner and Winona Lewis of @ prior artietic period as well both of whom are unrivalled in their peculiar artistic work. After ten years of Degotiating and arbitrating over a little strip ot Jand that eticke into the Vanderbilt estate Uke a wedge, at Biltmore the home of ‘Wm. K. Vanderbilt, the multi-miilion- aire, Geo. Collins the Negro owner, has at last bronght the rich man to his terms, Vanderbilt has not only agreed to pay at least a hundred times the val- ue of the “wedge,” but to build elee- where and keep it in repair for Collins ‘the balance of his natural life. Collins now declares that he will never work Ge oe ‘The colored people of Raleigh, N. C., bave opened up a department store. It now presents @ beautiful appearance both on the inside and ontside. The opening day was a very anepicious one. and @ way ont of our impending danger, and {t was taken up by our white fellow countrymen who wished us well, both here at the South and at the North, and this brave man was encouraged to go onand develop his scheme, Has he been successfal? A thousand times yes! Snovesefal beyond the hopes of the mest sanguine of his friends and enpporters, ard to the chagrin of others who, them hk pez Cs rr ae er etaeeueen hexeascceseoree sees, Resecteeeecsen\ | a | é : ms ! s on, | ae ae a ~ CHARLE-S R. DOUGLASS. selves, had failed through merely poli- tical methods. Watchman! what of the night? I would say: “All’s well,” not that the deliverance is complete, not that we have not grievances that, appeal strongly to justice, but that we are building up more surely than here- tofore @ relation with our white fellow countryman that means for the best intereste of both races to the end that, we may dwell in harmony and peace with each other, striving alike for the best interests of our common country. We, the colored people of this country, owe to you of Tuskegee a great debt of gratitude for this great object lesson of thrift and good citizexship. Little did ————————— ‘The store was crowded all day, and they did a rushing basiness. It is car- tying a full stock of dry goods and gents furnishing goods, eee ‘The latest annual report of the Am- erican Banker's association, held in San Franclsco, Cal., has on its st of bank- ing institations the Capital Trust and Investment Company of Jacksonville, Fla , a financial institution whose pres- ident, treasurer and secretary are all Afro-Americans. ‘Mrs. Mary C. Terrell left for Europe on Jane 1. She will go to Berlin, where she has been invited to address the International Congress of Women on “The Progress of the Colored Women in the United States.” eee H.C. Haynes, of Chicago, has six men on the road carrying a comoined stock of barber sundries valued at $5 000, which is the most gigantle razor trading effort ever attempted. ‘The Ola Slavery Line. Some of colored brethren are blamed for advocating a Negro exodus to Africa, ‘The proposed remedy fe, perhaps, un- Practical, but what practical plan is there? The Negroes are ostracized, dls- franchised, mobbed and generally crow- ded to the wall, and they naturally look about for a refuge. The latest restric. tion on the Negro is laid by “‘the hotel ‘nd restaurant employes’ international alllance and bartenders’ international league” This body, meeting at Roches- ter, N. Y., directs that no charter be granted hereafter in any city to the colored bartenders in the States of Ken- tucky, Tennessee, Missouri, West Vir- ginis, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Arkansas, Texas, Okalahoma Territory jand Indiana unless by permission of a | majority of the “locals” The roll, says the Springfield Republican, “is but a slight modification of the old Mason and Dixon's Iine—the dear old times of slavery sre coming back, sure enough, when lines of social equality are drawn by walters, porters and bartenders. By and by we enall have leagues of news- boys, bootblacks and street sweepers passing regulations of taboo. This wick- ed folly has got to stop somewhere.” But, if it does not stop, the Negro can not be blamed for refusing to sing America, or for looking to the ‘dark continent” for the liberty denied him under the flag of liberty.—Deseret Eve- hes Miami The Weaaman in Chinas. B. Willams 4864 State sc. 8.8. Ash, Cornell Ave, & 56th, et. E. H, Faulkner, 3104 State et, A. B. Tervalon 2826 State st, Calvin B. Brazand, 5506 Jeff Ave, J. 8. Love 2702 State st. Isadore Jacobson 2970 State st. “Up From Slavery.” Booker T. Washington’s interesting book, sent postage prepaid and The Freeman one year for $1.75. Send your order at once, ai i a a T ever dream when in the fifties, way ‘UP on cold, bleak western New York that I could ever b shold euch a sight as T have witnessed here Way down in Alabama, It is a revelation indeed, it 4s the work of the master, placed in the hands of his ckosen few for successfal Completion, and though storms may Tage about yon and angry clouds of Opposition appear at intervals through his approval, as shown by the great 8ifts of patience, earnestness and pow. ers of endurancs that He bestowed up: on you in your work, you will surely come out vic orious, T believe that mach of the friction that exists between the races in this Southland is due more to misunder- standing motives than otherwise. I don’t believe that. you ever did cherish @ spirit to dominate, No friend to our race in this country, be he waite or black, will urge you to bitterness of speech or action against those among whom you must live, Persecutions can be lived down by Proper deportment. Yon will gain more friends by forbearance than by ill advised resentment; Temember it re- qaires as much or more courage to for- bear than to resent that which we may consider an injast: 8, and in the end forbearance will win more substantial ‘and beneficial results. I trast you will ocept these plain spoken words in the spirit in which they re intended. I lay no claim to oratory My ambition, notwithstanding my Paternity, never was in that direction Toonla much better get right down to the practical work with you were I jast starting in life, but now 1 must. content myself by encouraging you who are in the work to press on, and do not ‘be dis- couraged. A enre successful fature awaits you and those with whom you are identified. “In view of my observations of what you are scomplishing here throngh your unselfish work, for I deem it such in a large measure, I conceive it to be a crime not te be condoned but to be condemed, for any Negro to raise his voice in hostility to the promoter and those allied with him in this great *cheme for the amelioration of the con- dition of the great mass of our people Se - So ee aa GOT S256.000 BY TAKING Ne ke | a ee Le bgt oS | Pe Way os Dr Henrygoldsea w. Robertson’s Advice. | Thegreat Medium and Fortune Teller, who was born in Richmond, Va., was gate to Deine Texte hy epoca reget to wet w aw gate ‘The matter waa soiled ie res dye tne, ‘Te partion whi sooght him fok twenty-five Thousand Dollars now the wecls town sige nis peal.” Evorytody fe wonderfng at such a marvolousman: ‘ie bresks soo Saration athe goes: ho tathem eatest man.of Lis profession that over: rraviiad te wees sine ie eo Bogetin, Beadle, La Sata, Marriages Opecnation, Layette Gtontng, Hidden Treacres, 8 peation, i ‘Dr. Robsrtagn tas kad wentyPoare of eye fence in business. His mother and father aret ¢ seventh children and be is thee arene eee born with a gift that no oueca sequal: Helasgiven lightto thoasaadect homer’ We Rees dead trance atthe graveyard for three daye, "Be tells taings that happened mreoute ea eee beforels birth; hegives youn Lucky Chara to last you forever: be gives you tho number ot jour lucky days and sorke for-white and colored. - Whou le was sight seuss Sod toe eae Betook azhip and sailed from the Northern to ine Southern states, thes went Ceeeion oe soneolege, th Natchey, Mise. On hie return from schoo! he performed i'w dark sto fer te Soars; now he ithe ki of spinitnilsw He ieasistod by four other Mediuua aud Berpartees Halwa corded, if Bas aed tg onppicds throw thin ratcheaavat after Doyo Hlctedand blind for years, "eis the tar of tue whipping post. He docs not believe tact Bia the poor Pifany convicted to be hanged and to the pen for llfeave been pardoned in a short time by fhiegitted Medium. ‘any wounen and men who could uot fiveim thelr emes on weanent eee Giaagrecable husbandsand wives have returned and iow are dolug well Meme eens eae find gente who have ben ledastray on account of the devil's work’ are-now tates Tees Mauptchave sett at tucr none cag its banucsand Nateioon Scone See havofgined it fack andare-now bapyy apd buveagreat trade, Many Who pretended {0 bo great friends to youin'a deceitful war, Dr. Robertson fe found them oll: Maree eek Justice, such as property, divorces. eter and lost, have guiued thelr rightels aa eee oreo Dower, Many saediams, spiritualicts, fortune tel.crs: ete, who havetaken money heen ee nd dla no gosd, are now receiving jastlce and their devils work iobelog trokenee? Moy se have sprinkled powder. burned caudiesand baried Dundles against fou have teins yee Dr. Robertson breake up conjtratlonsae he goes," Many who wereabut to dle frottapelly oh foes: polon witchcraft and cobisration were saved by thinuighty healer’ ataay Wha halt Carried newsagainst you to cause trouble have stopped aud cag norearty ames yy Te yey Sipe erases niaggs RaNannan be PRES ne ara fey MEL man power. Many men who have ieft their homes naked and ieuny woman whe hee thelr busbands, Bave reformed and are now bappy. Dr. Robertson's Works wore browse hook, Rictimond, Va Hany who tried fone money and epent every dlme that tty made letttoms f large tank account and property. Dr. Robertson chains down your enemies sens ae BOM Dever reach you in lifes Bo sleeps in his dark re0m ima dend trance and locksines yee way as i it were made of glass and catches what isfor your good or bad nil seslea? oorcoe tks piritual ble and sends it by mail, He unlocks vour dvor'of, wealth, happinres au oa ale ‘The spiritot God guides him, See him now and your troubles will end: it War enn ees Spletnal Hail No Sel, Caanp Street, dua: that only Ave meu Tn tho world could ds tee wedges and no women. ‘work that he does CTesrMoNAe ‘To whom it may concern: This is to.certify that Dr. Robertson {s trae T'was in my bea amicted for montis Could uot raise up my hand until hears fe, overtaon, Teese ay ed immediately. He chme to my home tnd told me what wae the tatter se cure yen With bis epititual power. Lat excited from gludness, Rey. 0.8 Cliutom ieckanes Mer” ‘To the public ingeneral:” Allow me tovexpress’ whit Dr. HW. Hobertare hae fee fo me. I'wnsslek for five pears and my busband was nearly crazy from e epell aes Sor Bitten years and we could bot succecd im anything until T tricd this gifted medion Hog ae for moved the spells and sickness entirely; now we ate happy indeed, We would Wkeaa hae Vien iSie inearelty. Very expects, Mire I. Noruanay No iis Tehoupitouisssreet New Grleana, La Friends: This isto certty that Dr. Henrygoldsea W. Robertson can help the n My hiuband wan to crom when be would come to the house T Cow not stay iosido Re eayy drunk for years, but after a friend of mine advised me to see Doctor Ht bertadn took Toe Set Sloand to-day we haveour own Homeanda large farm. Hels powerful maa. Toey "apt, jckbure, Miser ve ri W. Robertson: Dear Friend—Lrecetved the lust medicine that you sent me and. tor using it three dayel felt ac a new woman; all swelling left. aud the other mateerie saci Yim, gours truiy. Jd. Holland: Mobile, Ale ‘Phi isto ccrtity that Dr. Robertson ie great. 1 had been fighing for my bounties eo long nntil I thonght there was no Hope, but after Feading of his wonders, I gave bila & trea my money and have settled up all debte and are in a pretty cottageof my own. ‘May Goa tees Hin forever, DH. Hunt, Obleage, les ‘Bev wi Roberton Dear Sit—Allow me to thank yon for your Kndnes. Ihave ges my property back and the woman who caused thetroutle betwees my husbest ant Seen ne ielown and he ts uow tector anever. Youwil always have my’ beet wishes tor secost Er Jackson, Besumont, Texas wa Dear Dr Hotettoon: Only afer words tothank you kindly for what zon did for me usp ies ue ole my clthen and lovely bron chem, ek an pot then army gate fe isa talkfor thetown. ‘You are true ii your orks. Respectfully, G. Ginclare, Raleigh Moret Sarotina. yr Robertson: Dear Sir—After you removed the evil spirits from our home and gave us the 1ucky charm, we succeeded in reting the hidden treasure, How wo are lenis ieare te Another tate and will always picture you inour memory. trom lt" Acand He Pork"Oleh Nebraska. Friends: ‘This so certity that Dr Robertaon is true in what he says, I bave Jost ‘my jon for three mouth, dtd not have mousy to suprort my wite sud family after coeeeleet BE. Hobertos and ohm fat witehera was thy canes aod wot bs etstaa! pow ine. fom now doing well sud bave more work than ican really do: Also y ued age aes have gothim to Geckte folie in our city. Tamm youre reapecttully, MH Hie Dallas, Texas, ‘write bim: price for ae Wieser tora ie See Ones witiehin. Addvess” DR. HENRY GOLDSEA W: ROBERTSON. aco 267 MeUoy Street, Dallas, Lexas, coat stainpe for reply. Your Heart May Be Weak. One Person in Four Has a Weak Heart. | | One of the surest signs of a weak heart is shortness of breath after exereise, Your heart is not able to pump the Blood fast enough to your lungs, Some of the other symptoms of Heart Trouble are: Pains in the Side, Back And Shoulder; Fainting or Weak ‘Spells; Dry Cough; Swelling of Feet and Ankles} Cold Feet or Hands, No one can afford to allow a weak heart to go without medicine, because “Weak heart means poor circulation, and Poor circulation means weak lungs, stomach, liver, kidneys, ete, | If, therefore, you suspect heart trouble, begin taking Dr. Ailes’ New Heart Cure. ‘The Heart Cure will do you good, as it Is splendid tonic for the blood and nerves, and will revitalize your entire system, Finally, remember, Dr. Miles’ New Heart Cure is sold under a guarantee that the first bottle will do you good. If tt doesn’t—your money back, “I was aflicted with heart trouble for firee years, (1 would He apparently alt Tight, and without a moment's warning Would fall as though shot. ‘The attacns, Were frequent, anda terrible dread poss Sessed me, "as I never knew whem OF Where, “nor “under what’ conditions f Would’ be attacked, and whether 1 would survive them. “I’ ‘consulted and wag ‘treated by some of the most. eminent upsicians of the ctate." Noe finding Fes ‘et “from: this ‘source, T began, taking Be Alle Neve Heart Cure, ana, Boraa Wg improte ab once: used een poten Phich entirely cured me, as 1 have no ‘Rad an attack for: five years! 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Our rates are positively the lowest in the city and payments within reach of all, $25.00 loan, payments are only 600 per week. This pays in full in fifty weeks. Other amounts in same proportion. Payments can be made monthly if desired. We also loan on WATCHES and DIAMONDS. All business strictly private, courteous treatment to all. It cost nothing to investigate. CENTRAL LOAN CO. Second Floor, Front Room. Room 208 State Life Building. (Formerly Stevenson Bldg.) (15 E. 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Dreamy Waltz's at Tomlinson Hall, June 15. Scene Second—"Abigall at Carmel," Corinthian Baptist church, June 15. Mrs. Ora Reed is much improved at this writing. Mr. J. D. Howard is out again after a long illness. All society uses Woodbine Perfume, Blodau's Drug Store. Scene Third—"Saul in Despondency" Corinthian Baptist church, June 15. Uneeda good photo, go to Bennett's, 36 East Washington street. Rev. C. C. Townsend of Lafayette is visiting friends in the city. All society uses Woodbine Perfume. Blodau's Drug Store. "David the Shepherd Boy" at Corinthian Baptist church, June 15. Scene Fifth—"After the Battle," Corinthian Baptist church, June 15. Rev. C. M. T. Spratt of Nashville, Tenn., was in the city a few days this week. Scene Fourth—Dialogue, "Two Sentinels," Corinthian Baptist church June 15. Mr. Stewart of California died and his remains was taken to Danville, Ind., for burial. Mr. J. A. Lumford of Macon, Ga., is visiting his uncle, Mr. John Bryant, in North street. Scene First—"The Feast of Trumpets at Bethlehem," Corinthian Baptist church, June 15. The Allen Chapel Sunday-school has changed its hour of meeting from 2:30 p. m. to 9:30 a. m. Scene Seven—"David and Shephe d's Queen," Corinthian Baptist church, June 15. Rev. Wakefield of Henderson, Ky., will be in the city next week in the interest of lodge matters. Scene Ninth—"The Evening before the Corouation," Corinthian Baptist church, June 15. Mrs. Millie Hoges and Mrs. Fannie Madison of Louisville, Ky., spent last Sunday in the city among friends. Mr. Edward Bunch, who has been the guest of Dr. W. Rodger Russell for the past three weeks, has gone to Detroit, Mich. Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Thompson and 1-4 off on Clocks We are carrying a beautiful line of clocks and will give 1/4 off. I also keep a general line of good Jewelry at low prices. J. P. MULLALLY Diamond Importer and Jewelry 28 Monument Place A CENTRAL Second Floor, Room 208 State Life (Formerly Stevens) Front Room. (15 E. Washington) little son, Robert, of Kokomo, Ind., were in the city, last week, the guest of r. natives. The newly appointed bishop, the Rt. Rev. Shaffer will be at Bethel Church to-morrow morning; Bishop Grant will also be in attendance at that service. Dr. Joseph H. Ward, the State examiner of the Knights of Pythias, spent Sunday, May 29, in Barnett, Ind., where he went to examine fifty persons for the lodge. Mr. Eugene Tolbert of Cleveland, O., was in the city a few days the past week, the guest of Dr. Ward. Mr. Tolbert has a number of friends in the city and is one of Cleveland's most respected citizen. A few friends were delightfully entertained Tuesday evening, May 31st, at the home of Mr. Lewis Augusta in Ogden street in honor of Mr. Theodore Kakaza. Music was the feature of the evening. Rev. W. Warfield of 336 S. Washington street, Memphis, Tenn., died June 2d at 9 o'clock p.m. His daughter, Mrs. J, L. Armistead, left Chicago June 2d to be with him in his illness, but he died before she arrived. Mrs. Myrtle Wallace-Brown passed through the city, last week, en route to her home in Charleston, W. Va., from Monmouth, Ill., where she had been attending the funeral obsequies of her mother. She also spent a few days in St. Louis. Mrs. Brown was formerly an employee of The Freeman. St. Philip's Mission will have ordination service to-morrow morning at 9 o'clock, at which time Mr. Julius Cox will be ordained Deacon. Mr. Cox will be the first colored man in the State to take Episcopal orders. Extra music will be furnished by the choir. The Woman's Club met with Mrs May Jackson, Monday afternoon, in North Missouri street. Mrs. Susie Miller was elected representative from the club to the National Council that convenes at St. Louis during the month of July. The club will meet with Mrs. Belle Days next week. The following is a list of the names of the colored graduates for June, 1904: Shortridge High School—Frances Baird, Carrie Boyer, Sadie Mays, Benj Linder and Wm. Farrel. Manual Training School—Patsy Ferman, Mary Howard, Bertha Thompson, Katie Fowler, Carrie Stewart, Grant Johnson and Clarence Toles. The choir of Bethel A. M. E. Church will give its third social next Tuesday evening, June 14th, at the residence of Miss Dellila Scott, 412 Muskingum street, which will be in the nature of a novelty entertainment. This series of socials by the choir is given to help swell the fund which is now being raised by the entire congregation for the renovation of the church. At the memorial exercises on the morning of Decoration Day in the Assembly Hall of Shortridge High School Mr. Samuel Taylor who, it will be remembered, represented that school in the State Oratorical Contest at Crawfordville recently, recited Buchanan Read's "Spirit of 1776," which made the best impression of any number on the program. Allen Chapel A. M. E. Church will hold monthly communion at 10:45 a. m. The pastor will preach from the subject "Why We Take the Bread and Wine." The subject, "Lost Sheep," will be discussed on the third Sunday in June instead of the second at the evening service as Bishop Shaffer, the new bishop of this district, will preach at the chapel at 7:45 p. m. The Evangelistic services of twenty minutes will be conducted between 7 and 8 o'clock p. m. next Sunday instead of after the preaching ao was announced. At 7 p. m. will be young peoples' meeting and report of committee. Y.M.C.A. The Board of Directors, on Tuesday evening gave a reception in honor of the Ladies' Auxiliary. Many were present and enjoyed an excellent time. A public meeting will be held Sunday afternoon. Those who will appear on the program are Mr. E. Stacey, State Secretary of the Y. M. C. A., Mrs. M. Battee, Mr. J. Hodge and Mr. W. A. Kersey. All are invited. INFORMATION WANTED of T. B. Kamp, he for years lived in Indianapolis, Ind., and was a member of Bethel A. M E. Church. Any information concerning his whereabouts will be thankfully received. CORA L JACKSON, 222 Union Street, Memphis, Tenn. Mr. Beveridge will second the nomination of Senator Charles A. Fairbanks for vice president, according to the program. Taggart, Mr. Tom, threatens to become national chairman of the Democratic party. We cheerfully recommend Mr. Tom. Capt. Harry S. New is mentioned for chairman of the National Republican Committee. Mr. New is a very live member. The knowing ones have it that the twenty colored precinct committeemen will soon lay hands on a good colored man for Representative Mr. Linton A. Cox is being favorably mentioned for the Senate, also Mr. Charles Martindale. To nominate the pair is held by some to be good politics It is said that L. P. Harlan will be the Democratic congressional nominee in opposition to Congressman Overstreet Harlan is a fine Democrat; the Democrats will have up their best men. Mr. Peter Metford of the State Life Insurance Company, a business man, is enjoying a boom for the House. Metford has worked himself up to his present responsible position, proving the qualiy in him. In event of election to the legislature H. T. Hearsey could look after automobile interests; Captain W. E English hotels and opera houses; Linton A. Cox corporation; Peter Metford insurance; Armin Koehnhe fire extinguishers; John Bowlus pork and beans and other canables; Harry Brunaugh newspapers; John L Regan, the farmers; William Bo son, the attorneys; W. H Mintur, patterns and designs; the colored member, noncommittal. SHIFTING SCENES SHIFTING SCENES thy in his struggle to recover the $885 000 he paid to out to his Negro concubine. He should be gritty enough to stand the cost of his experience without squealing. A Jeffersonville, Ind., newspaper man has been sent to the poor house. It may be remarked in passing that he was white. Ever hear of a colored editor going to the poor house—that is, going quite there. Once the question was asked: "To what church does he belong" when an individual's credit or standing was under discussion, now it is asked: "What is his check worth at the bank?" Keep up with the times if you would stay in the swim. President Roosevelt wisely presches the doctrine of self-restraint. We need this power of self-mastery in school, in church, on the public highway in the theater, in the cars, at our daily labor and in the handling of money. We need it everywhere. Industrial schools are increasing in num- ber and are doing an indispensable work. However, all colleges are crowded to their capacity each year, and the colleges cannot stir up any more strife between the two essential systems of education. He must hunt another job. A distinguished gentleman of Louisville said, after a visit to Tuskegee Institute that "Booker Washington's school rives to its students a myterious something that is not books. Tuskegee turns out men and women. This is a high but richly deserved compliment. DIAMONDS Our selection of DIAMONDS compires everything in Rugs from $5 00 to $850 00 each. Prices below all competition. Selection the finest in Indiana. Let me show you the line. CARLL. ROST DIAMOND MERCHANT 15 North Illinois Street. The Claypool Hotel is Opposite Me. BROADWAY DRESS and fine Millinery Emporium at the TEMPLE OF FASHION AIR SHOES. Call and see the great special values in trimmed hats, ready-made skirts, shirt waists and other fancy articles. Parisian designs a spec- ial treat. Mail orders will receive prompt attent- ion. LIZZIE BEACHMAN Residence, 401 S. Preston St. 371 Jackson St., cor, Laue, Dallas, Texas. FREE Catalogue F. THE 20TH CENTURY POLYGLINIC TABLE Manufactured by THE PERFECTION GHAIR CO. Indianapolis, Ind. Razors and Scissors Ground Piscator 313 Indiana Avenue Most Complete Line of Hair Grooming in this Country for Colored People. 30c buys a single braid made of Black, Kinny Hair 16 inches long. 60c buys a double braid made of Black, Kinny Hair 16 inches long. 75c buys a Creole Switch, 16 inches long, Brown or Black. $1.00 buys a Creole Switch, 20 inches long, Brown or Black. $1.50 buys a Creole Switch, 22 inches long, Black or Brown. $3.00 buys a Creole, Vary, Hand-made Switch like when ordering Creole Switches. Send money with order and get your goods by return mail. Send Stamp for catalogue. T. W. TAYLOR. HOWELL, MIC. When writing mentioning J. H. DELURY Old Hats Made New in the Latest Styles and shapes. Trimming to Match any Color. PANAMAS Especially & Straw Hats Bleached & Pressed 13 Kentucky Avenue, Indianapolis, Ind. Summer League Elected. The Summer League held an election at the club rooms on Indiana avenue and, after a sharp contest, elected the following new officers: J. H. Broyles, president; W. W. Richardson, vice-president; W. W. Walden, secretary; James Hurt, assistant secretary; W. J. I. Reed, treasurer; Charles W. Brown, J. H Lott, Charles Stopp, Ran Butler, Charles Wells and George P Stewart, directors; Reuben Page, sergeant-at-arms. BUSINESS INTERESTS Uneeda good Photo, go to Bennett's 36. E. Washington. Scene Sixth—'David in Exile,' Corinthian Baptist church, June 15. Two rooms for rent. 1134 North Missouri street. Enquire evenings. Scene Eighth—'The Carmilite Bride,' Corinthian Baptist church, June 15. Call on Dr. Clay for dental work. He is located at 108 N. Delaware street. He is located at 108 N. Delaware street. Scene Tenth—'The Coronation,' Corinthian Baptist church, June 15. Household goods bought, sold and exchanged. Naumann, 383 Indiana Ave. For rent—Nicely furnished room with bath, for gentlemen only, 412 Muskingum street. Wm. J. Reed, dealer in oils and gasoline. Phone new 4051. Residence 749 W. Walnut Street. Buy your coal, wood and kindling of Jackson Brothers, 1613 Martindale-ave. Phone, old 996 main. W. H Carter is prepared to meet his old friends and new in his barbershop, 304 West North street. For fine service and the best in the market in season, go to the Parker House. Meals 20 cents. Good lodging rooms, 321 W. Michigan street. Holliman & Reese. Call on Emanuel Williams for coal coke, wood and kindling. 402 W. North street. Phone 1884 main, old. tf Dr. Grant S Clay, dentist, has removed from 111 N. Illinois to 108 N. Delaware street, where he will be pleased to meet old and new customers. The very latest is the beautiful Folder Photo. Have you seen them? There is a special run being made on them for a few days at just half the regular price. See them at Bennett's, 36 East Washington street. David, the Shepherd Boy, a sacred cantata given at the Corinthian Baptist church, June 15th. A large chorus of singers in full costume. Admission 250. CAST OF CHARACTERS. Abigall... Mrs. Sadie Dungey Abigall's Miss Josie Smith, Two and Attendants Mrs. Alexander Martin Michael, Daughter of Sanl. All friends of this church are invited to attend. G. W. PRINCE, Manager, REV. J. F. WALKER, Pastor. THE ANTIQUE DANCING CLUB And the Uniform Rank of Patriarchs No. 22. Will give a grand ball and concert at Tomlinson Hall, Wednesday evening, June 15. Some of the best talent of the State and one of the best orchestras in the city have been secured. Dancing begins prompt at 10 o'clock. If you enjoy music or dancing don't fall to attend. POLITICAL JOTTINGS POLITICAL JOTTINGS Hitz is sublimely optimistic. The colored brother is unconcentrated. Nothing doing until after the national convention. Vincent Clifford for the legislature, is a late announcement. The Democrats seem to be working ing the dark. Are they afraid to show down? Hurrah for the fellow, Roosevelt? He's a "capting" who has never lost a a battle. The Democratic party is frustrated. The Republicans feel that they have a "skinch." Mr. Hitz advises the Prohibitionists that they will have that 5,517 votes that he got last years. Mr. H. T. Hearsey is another business man whose friends are trying to push into the legislature. It is going to be a great year for the legislature. Important bills will be given consideration. Mr. Charles O. 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Money Advanced on Diamonds, Watches, Jewelry or any Article of Value ERTEL'S LOAN OFFICE 209 Massachusetts Ave. Private Entrance: Indianapolis, Ind 108 East Ohio Street. 239 Newton Claypool Bldg. Indianapolis BEFORE MAGNIFICENT BETTLE OFFICE U.S. A WONDERFUL FACE BLEACH ...AND HAIR TONIC... both in a box for $100, or three boxes for $400. Garnished to do what wealton and to be "the best in the world." One box is all that you need. A WONDERFUL FACE BLEACH. A FRACH-Like COMPLEX obtained if used as direct. Will turn the skin of a black or brown person four a second, and will turn the skin of a white person two hours a shade or two lighter will be noticeable. It does not burn the skin in spots, but bleaches out white, the skin remaining dark spots, plumps, bumps or blackheads, making the skin look darker. It does not burn the skin without harm to the skin. When you get the color you wish, stop using the preparation. **SHIAR TONIC** that goes in every condom box is enough to make your hair grow long and straight, and keeps it from falling out. It is also a great money saver. Any person asking us one dollar in a letter or booking money or, let, express money order or register letter, we will give you a $100. C-O, D, D, it will come by cash, 35 cents extra. In any case where it falls to what we claim it will return. Patronize our advertisers. Established 1889 MANUFACTURER OF OFFICE 108 N. DELAWARE STREET The Freeman is for sale each week by John H. Johnson, 206 Bridge street, Jacksonville, Fla. Call and secure a copy each Saturday.