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THE FREEMAN WANTS HONEST, ENERGETIC AND HUSTLING AGENTS EVERYWHERE. YOU CAN MAKE MONEY REPRESENTING THE FREEMAN. WRITE TO-DAY FOR TERMS THE FREEMAN A NATIONAL ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER MAR 11 1909 VOL. XXIII. NUMBER 11 AT THE NATIONAL CAPITAL ODD FELLOWS CELEBRATE PETER OGDEN DAY Attorney Scipio A. Jones Out for Big Plum-J. C. Napier Sure to Land Something Fat- General Notes. Thompson's National News Bureau. WASHINGTON, D. C., March 9. For the first time in many years the Day of Odd Fellows, the full strength of the Lodge of the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows in the District of Columbia. Metropolitan A. M. E. Church, one of the largest auditoriums in the city, was well attended on the evening. March 9 presents tributes to the founder of Odd Fellowship in America, delivered by some of the most famous orators of the race. The great work of Peter Ogden was extolled and the work of Katherine Ogden so much was brought out in bold relief. The "three links" and the principles for which they stand were eulogized, and there was enthusiasm gulore throughout. The spirit of which he sacrificed so much was brought out in bold relief. The "three links" and the principles for which they stand were eulogized, and there was enthusiasm gulore throughout. The spirit of which he sacrificed so much was brought out in bold relief. The spirit of the occasion and assisting to make the swolkin ring. The church was beautifully decorated with the national colors, tastefully draped, and the platform was adorned with rich profusion. The vested choir of Metropolitan A. M. E. Church, under the direction of Dr. James A. Picturesque setting and rendered a number of classic selections in magnificent style. District Grand Master W. L. Pollard, assisted by the capital, presided and introduced the speakers in fitting language, and called attention to their several achievements in the struggle for racial advancement in the city, the occasion and, besides thrilling the Grand Lodge by the recital of the story of the birth of the order on these shores through the maze of the perch, much food for thought along the line of how may the living best preserve and fructify the noble heritage that the departed fathers in Israel" have entrusted to them. Mr. Thomas H. Wright spoke in detail of the numerical strength of the order, the value of its property, the perch, the furnishings of the community and its relation to the other great fraternities of the District. He told of the methods by which cleared the massive $75,000 home of the order from a heavy debt, and brought down the house when he said that Washington, the capitol, the intelligence and wealth, had tried to set an example in thrift, industry and brotherly co-operation, which, if followed the brethren everywhere, would preserve the Wrights address was liberally applauded. Mr. Wright, P. M. V. P., is president of the Old Fellows Hall Association, exponent of financiers and executive officers in the country. He is mentioned by a host of friends for national grand master of order, and may allow the use of his name in official ceremonies. Judge Mifflin W. Gibbs, of Arkansas, former counsel at Tamatave, Madagascar, "the race's grand old man," took note of the tremendous moral force exuded by the people of Madagascar and the advantages that might be reaped if there is solidarity throughout the order in matters affecting the political and commercial status of our people. Ross Bess, a lawyer, emphasized the crying need today of the manhood and uncompromising demand for fair play, represented in the life of Peter Ogden, the man who helped the footsteps of Ogden to accept nothing short of absolute equality of opportunity, equality of citizenship, equality before the law. Hon. W. T. Vernon resigned as counsel in 2001 to demand a brilliant reputation as an orator in an irresistible plea for a keener sense of unity, love and mutual sympathy and support in every walk of life, and urged the people of Madagascar to men of the race and nation who are trying to do something worth while. Mrs. M. A. Parker, grand worthy superior of household of Ruth, showed in vivid colors the power of the people to advance the race of the fraternity, and pledged her band to continue to sound the clarion note: "Entreat me not to leave tide, nor cease from following after me," made historic by the original "Ruth." Rev. M. W. D. Norman, pastor of the Metropolitan Baptist Church delivered the opening prayer and Rev. W. J. Howard, D. M. G. W. H. N. G., announced the benediction, Charles S. Hill, district grand secretary, read the proclamation and Prof. William Braxton presided at the orign and rendered a voluntary address for besides the presiding officer, Charles H. Harris, D. D. G. M.; H. W. Honesty, D. G. treasurer; J. C. Pollard, D. G. directive; Miss Fannie Powell, D. M. N. G., and Mrs. N. G., presented the press of the nation, Patriarchie No. 4 and Patriarchie No. 18 attended in full uniform and the entire Grand Lodge wore the regalia and symbols. The chairmen of the committees were as follows: Executive, District Grand Lodge No. 20, W. L. Pollard; District Household of Ruth No. 1, Miss Fannie Powell; L. Pollard; reception, R. K. Washington; churches, George M. Cook; hall, L. S. speaker; David Warner; music, Sister Douglas, printing, Sister Lillian Ford; description, C. P. Walker; refreshments, W. E. Wills. Following the exercises at the Metropolitan Church a reception was held at Odd Fellows Hall, M. street, N. W., which was the highest inquiry is at an end. Mr. Lewis E. Johnson, secretary of the colored branch of the Y. M. C. A., is at home again from Cleveland, Ohio, where he has been assisting the organization in a campaign to raise a half-million dollars for the benefit of the work. He was there also to study campaign methods, and expects to put some of the campaign materials to the plans which he mastered while in Cleveland. Steps are to be taken to secure several substantial conditional donations to push a basis for another campaign to campaign. For a dense building now under roof on Twelfth street must be finished, and at least $50,000 will be needed to equip it. The organization will be Mr. Johnson and Dr. Moorland are confident that the money can be ultimately raised. "Where there's a will there's a way." The Washington Commercial Council held an important meeting last Monday night at the True Reformers' Hall, Architect J. A. Lankford presided and the appointment of a special committee was designated to push the passage of the measure for a semi-centennial exposition in 1915, now pending in Congress, and the appointment of a special committee was authorized. Provision was made for standing committees on public health, public education, reclamation of ways, and business industries, new enterprises, etc. working agreement between the Council and the National Negro Press Association was entered into upon the suggestion of the latter organization. The Washington American was endorsed as a fine example of a clean race journal, and it was recommended to the patronage of the best citizenship membership was conferred as follows: Rev. W. L. Taylor, Grand Master of True Reformism, Richmond, Va.; Col. Gerry Lincoln, Johnson, Nashville, TN; Glen McDonald, Bayou, Miss. M. M. Lewey, editor Florida Seventieth, Pensacola, Fla.; Prof. R. R. Wright, Jr. editor Christian Recorder, Philadelphia. Pa.; W. L. Houston, Grand Master, Raltimore, George L. Knox editor The Freeman, Indianapolis, Ind. E. A. Johnson, New York City; J. H. Murphy, editor Afro-American Ledger, Raltimore, St. Louis, Mo.; W. H. O. Ennis, Delaware City, Del.; M. S. White, Louisville, Ky. The Age reaches its top, top-pinote of incipient "insurgency" when, in an edi- tion on "The Coming Elections," it has the following to say: There are from forty to fifty con- gressional members in the United States in which the Negro clearly holds the balance of power. "In this we are not referring to the South where the Negro vote is being constantly lowered to districts in the North and West, as well as districts in the border states, such as Maryland, West Virginia, Kentucky and Missouri. We are constantly hearing from Negro members that the Negro vote is being constantly asked how the Negro should cast his vote, whether for a Democ- ratic member of Congress or for a Republi- can member of Congress. We could be counsel our people to stick by the Republican party; we still are doing so, but the admini- stration and its friends should understand that so far very little has been done for them. "Mr. Taft ought not be surprised if he finds unrest and lack of confidence existing among the mass of voters in the administration. The frightening in the administration should not be surprised if a large part of the Negroes determine to cast their votes for Democratic candidates for Congress." In a vein of fine sarcasm the Age con- siders "Of course, the Republicans may gain enough districts in the north to represent a Republican district in the North. Unless this should occur, we fear that the present unrest among reggio you will be causing it turning the House of Representatives over to the Democrats." There now! What it all means? Are you the central figure of Negrio insurgents? Are we on the brink of a political cataclysm? The issues and the general unrest among the people of Negrio accentuating the feverish gossip of the day, and leading the wayfaring man to ask "whither are we drifting?" Editor W. D. Johnson is hard at work in the general land office preparing his data to take care of the field, No H. M. W. A maid there was, and she made it her prayer, Even as once did I, To a hat, and dress, and a hank of hair; announcement is made as to how long he will be here. No secret is being made of the fact, however, that a better place is in Washington than in New York. He will allow him to remain in Washington all the time. Mr. Johnson is "sawing wood," and permitting the other fellows to do all the worrying. His present salary is $100,000, and he will always when away from headquarters. In the event of Mr. Johnson's assignment to a local office, he will launch a vigorous administration paper—one that will make the race journals of the whole country "sit up and take notice." As Washington has as yet, there is plenty of room for another. N. W. Magowan, editor of the Mt. Sterling (Ky). Reporter, prior to the appointment of Mr. Johnson, had a meeting of him in the Lexington Leader, a white daily: "When nearly every representative Negro worked and hand, against the nomination of Mr. Taft, Johnson, like brave Leonidas at the Pass of Thermophylla, stood firm in his support. He was not a player, but both ends against the middle, but came out boldly and declared for William Howard Taft. We feel that the nation is for a better station, both from without and from within, that he is fairly entitled to a substantial political reward. Mr. Johnson is qualified to be him by the administration. He is an honored Christian gentleman and has the courage of his convictions. He has always been a launch Republican, and he is a man of character, his role “Not only did Mr. Johnson spend his time and influence in the recent campaign, but out of his very limited means he spent liberally. For truth and veracity, he has no superior, and few equals. As a writer, he is profound in his thinking and logical in his expressions. His arguments in behalf of Republican principles are always strong and forceful.” Mr. Johnson is mingling freely with the masses here and is making an excellent impression upon all with whom he come into contact. Political gossip is still at a fever heat. Col. Henry Lincoln Johnson had to go to Mount Airy, N. C., last week to argue an important law case before Judge Emory A. Speer of the United States Court, but is back again and is hobnobbing with the existing "black cabinet" like an old member. He is wearing his new-found honors easily, and it looks as if the toga will fit like a glove. The discord hinted at by the gossips, by reason of the slight *And jewels and gloves, of shoes, a pair She called it fashion, we called it snare; Set even for you and I. change in the cabinet "line-up," has not materialized, and there is no semblance as yet of a clash of "machines," as there is no apparent significance in the note of warning sounded in the current issue of the New York Age. Although the tone is well modulated, and the sound is not alarming, warning bears the ear-marks of earnestness, and there is something firm about it that the folks hereabouts are asking neighbors, to take one all mean. Special emphasis is the text of the letters and editorial hitting at the Taft policies, because, up to this time, the Age has been the chief drummer in the prosecution of the case under a Washington date line, says: Lights of earnestly colored farmers in western Canada, was in the city last week, looking at the picture of the tenor of the taint of health, and reports all in good condition out his way. Mr. Rouse is from Jarrow, near Entwistle, and quotes that five carloads of people have come to his part already this spring. They are filing an application now to have a school erected in their immediate district.... Mrs. Mary Wilson, of St. Paul, writes that she will be in Edmonton within ten days' time.... Fred Houston, who has been spending the winter on the coast, has come back to Edmonton, and says that Edmonton is good enough for him.... Leave all news matter, advertisements, subscriptions, changes of address or any complaint of not receiving The Freeman, etc., with Clifford C. Mitchell, the Edmonton correspondent. Call at 240 Jasper Avenue, East. Phone 1637, or address P. O. Box 845. "Since President Taft assumed office a year ago, month after month word has been given out by those who are supposed to know that the Negro voters would soon be 'properly taken care of.' The 1980s have made important appointments made up to date not a Negro has been fortunate to be numbered in the list. Thus murmurlings of discontent from members of the race throughout the United States," Washington Post has said. Another letter bearing a importance of the appointment given Mr. Nelson Crews—that of special agent of the Agricultural Department, and inferentially criticising some of the colored papers for making much over an honor that dwindles into nothing less than certain facts are brought straight on. On this point The Age's correspondent says: "As a matter of fact, four colored men have been appointed during the past two or three years to similar positions under the Agricultural Department. These positions are not political, and are not of the same nature by the government of the United States. The funds to provide the salaries come largely from the general education board of New York. The work is simply superintended by the Agricultural Department, and is nearly two years there have been several Negroes at York, one in Virginia, another at Mound Bayou, Miss.;.; another in Wilcox County, Ala.; another in Lee County, Ala., and many others whose names we can not now recall. The salary ranges from $60 to $100 per month." R. W. THOMPSON. EDMONTON, ALBERTA, CANADA Mrs. Noy Plerson, who was operated on last week for a growth, is much better at this writing... Mrs. Lewis Shoeman, of immigration, who is a teacher when she intends making her future --- Special to The Freeman. Special to THE FREEMAN PRICE FIVE CENTS. SINGLE COPY—SIX MONTHS, 85C; ONE YEAR, $1.50. home...Mrs. Winn, of Onaway, Alberta, was in the city last week, visiting her sons, Ralph and Roy, of Roy, Alexandria and Teresa, of Roy, ten years in the camps, about sixty miles east of here, all winter...Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Robinson have moved to 438 Picard street, near the city. JACKSONVILLE, ILL Special to THE FREEMAN. The funeral services of Clara Scott, the twelve-year-old daughter of Mrs. Ada Henderson was held recently at the Bethlehem Church. She was a bright child, and loved by all who knew her. The funeral was largely attended. She leaves a loving mother, a father, faithful grandmother and aunt. The funeral ceremony was in East Cemetery. . . A grand reception was given March 3 in honor of Miss Dayse Dean Walker, at the home of her parents. She was largely attended and many club people. Excellent refreshments were served. Mrs. Katherine Hathaway were Served in honor of Miss Dayse Dean Walker. Among the sick are Mrs. C. Tinsley, Mrs. M, Thomas and Helen Jones. DEATH OF MARTHA BOYD COLLEMAN COLUMBUS, Ind.-Special—Mrs. Martha Boyd Coleman, aged 67 years, died of pneumonia, on an illness of two weeks, a husband and two daughters. Carrie and Mattie, her daughters, live in Indianapolis, and her son James, railroading between Chicago and New York. PAST WEEK AT LOUISVILLE S. H. DUDLEY PRESENTING HIS HONOR THE BARBER New Monthly Publication in the Interest of Public Schools— Prot. Ennis Celebrates Fifty-fourth Birthday Anniversary. (By CARY B. LEWIS. Special to THE FREEMAN: LOUISVILLE, Ky., March 8.—S. H. Dudley, the great colored comedian, enjoys the unique distinction, during the more stage career, of developing more successful performances than any other man of his race. This "price of good fellows," heading the "Smart Set," began a week's engagement, night, and at this writing there is not a seat left for sale. After Mr. Dudley made his appearance Sunday, backed by such a splendid company, there was a small box office, the only box office is "all sold." The production has created immense excitement and amusement among the populace, without any disappointment. It pleased the manager of the local theater from a financial standpoint, but the patrons and press have spoken in praise of Dudley and his successful aggregation. that is worth coming many miles to hear. On Monday night Mr. Dudley was forced to leave the studio and, acting as a musical director, the whole audience joined in with the chorus, and everybody seemed happy in singing the piece. The present production is the result of deep and continuous research on the part of Mr. Dudley and his co-laborers, and it convinced them that they have given the pulp the very best work they've veneration of Mr. Dudley's peculiar wit and humor. He is getting better and better every year, and his popularity is increasing. His wit and humor leads one to feel that he is a man of culture and training, and the burnt cork contenance makes one think that surely he is a white man representing a southerly brother, Mr. Dudley's voice of that peculiar twang, which upon a sudden turn of thought, naturally excites the risability of his heiers. His voice manner and jesteryness that has superseded when talking to Patrick, the mule. The managers have gone to a great deal of expense to bring together his personal company to the far surpass any company that has superseded notably, in physical appearance, also vocal and dramatic ability. There are voices in the show, Miss Elia Andersen, the leading voice, Miss Kate Last year she was a chorus girl, and her singing is received with warmth and appreciation. And there is Miss Brown, who is the leading voice. Last year she was a chorus girl, and the Loade of Koa' company, but, given a chance, she has proved a hit. Miss Roper the company are among the others that do fine work with her. Little Grady Dudley is a typical press representative, and Miss Jenie Pearl is as dainty, sweet and pretty as ever. She is quite a singer and a little bit of a bottle Grady will take her place next week. “Boots” Allen and Andrew Tribble are not only favorites here, but all over the country. They are two of the cleverest men in their line on the road. Every one of them has a great deal of the head lights. Mr. Lawrence Chenault, pals, tries the character of the captain nicely, while Mr. Ramsey is a typical sport. In fact, Ramsey is the straight man. The rise of Ramsey should be an encouragement of the men of the party. Just last year Mr. Ramsey was a shogun, and now his name leads them all on the program. There are fifteen musical hits, with Messrs. Tim Brynn, Smith and Burris as the lead, and the two best-known弦乐man, who have been at the barfor the last half century. The ambition of the Barber to shave the President of the United States. Just a little hard on the barber. The costumes are especially beautiful, and the vehicle is lavishly staged. The band is a facility of the chorus girls is very noticeable and they sing well. The very noticeable and they sing well. The eight young men have fine voices, and this is evidenced in all the chorus work. Tim Brynn is master of the situation as a band director. There is more class to the show than the band is going forward, but our hat to Mr. Dudley is going forward rather than standing still. He is admirably supported by Misses Jennie Hillman, Sarah Venerable, Jose-Pierce Lozano, Rebecca Roper, Ora Dunlap, William Lozano, Marie Henderson, James Alexander, Irene Tasker, Daisy Brynn, Madeline Cooper, Carrie Anderson, Jesse Harris, Bessie Tribble, Lillie Brown and Blanche Kelly. The men are Matt Johnson, George McClellan, Herbert Amos, James Reed, Ras Jones, Robert Williams, James Lillard, James Harris and John Warren. Mr. Dudley informs us that he will have two other colored shows on the road next week, and he will be busy while in this city signing contracts for the opening season. He is demonstrating that he is not only a comedian, but a theatrical proponent for him long and continued success. Not only is Mr. Dudley's intimate connection and friendship toward the late J. Ed. Green. The Louisville Record is the name of the newspaper for the week, and will be a monthly issue, with Week D. L. Lawson, editor, and Prof. W. D. Thomas, managing editor. The paper is published in the interest of the students of the public schools, and the nine princi- **Continued on Pane Four.** SHORT FLIGHTS. BY R. W. THOMPSON How I Dress My Wife. I wrote a poem to Lilly's eyes. That's now my wife's fall hat; Another one to Cora's smile—A dress she made of that. My wife is named Maria Ann—I'm fond of her, O, yes! But can't turn out a verse to her That's suitable for dress. Now, as she has a need for clothes. For stockings, hats, and shoes. She quite agrees with me that there is not much time to lose. So down I sit and write all day To Maud's and Fanny's curls; And that's the way I dress my wife. On verse to other girls. Success Magazine. Bralms mixed with courage spell success. The merchant who advertises gets the business. It is a safe bridge that carries the traveler over. Local Negro Business Leagues should "get busy." Timely service is the final test of friendship. There are evidences that apolitical storm is breeding. The "muckraker" never complains about working overtime. The popularity of the bandwagon does not lessen with a change of drivers. It is the exceptional Negro who has not written, or does not contemplate writing a book. Senator William O. Bradley is a tower of strength to the aspiring colored brother. There is a savage satisfaction in the realization that everybody else is miserable, too. Industrial training and the higher education sem to have entered into a "working agreement." Booker Washington is right. The true function of the physician is to keep people from getting sick. The Atlanta Independent is "again" Harman—both Judson Harmon and ex-Presiding Elder Harmon. John C. Dancy has gracefully accepted the presidency of "The Down-and-Out Club." Who will join his band? Congressman E. L. Taylor, Jr., says the resolution providing for the 1913 exposition commission is certain to pass. "The fine Italian hand" of Postmaster- General Hitchcock is observed in the stiff political game that is now being "pulled off." Col. Henry Lincoln Johnson of Georgia faces a majestic opportunity for service. The race is confident that he will "make good." When a player looks over his "hand" and hinds that he has no "trumps" his natural impulse is to call for a new "deal." The beautiful weather of the 4th of March this year may put a crimp in the agitation for a change in the inaugura- tion date. Does anybody believe that Bruno Tumbo would allow any such disease as the African "sleeping sickness" to catch him napping. The biggest fool is the fellow who at- tempts to "play both ends against the middle" and imagines he is fooling the people. The near-wits have so far refrained from hinting that the administration might be accused of taking on "too much Johnson." The giver of a "swell" social function takes his life in his hands when he ventures to publish the names of the invited guests. * * * * There is no reason why Collector H. A. Rucker should not remain where he is. The best citizens of Atlanta, white and black, are for him. * * * * A noisy braggart can pass muster with the crowd as a great man—for a while—but real merit and patient industry come to their own in the end. * * * * There is a driving force in the philosophy of "Sis Hopkins," that "It ain't no GALESBURG. ILL. YAZOO CITY. MISS. Saturday. The State Association of Letter Carriers met in Vicksburg, February 22, having six cities fully represented, as follows: Jackson, Vicksburg, Greenlife, Greenwood, Clarkson and Yazoo City, Mr. Sullah, of Yazoo City, was elected president; Mr. B. W. Currie, of Vicksburg, national vice president, and Mr. Henry W. Johnson, an old Yazoo City boy, but now of Greenwood, was elected state vice president. A full write-up of this affair next issue, *Miss Wilhelia Johnson*, a member of the senior class of Natchez College, returned home yesterday, owing to be illing. She will return as 2 sense in doin' nuthin' for nobody what won't do nuthin' for you." President Taft says the Negro needs more industrial schools to train the hands of the masses and more colleges to develop intellectual leaders. The standing of Mississippi in the eyes of the country has taken a decided upward trend since she turned down Jim Var Lamon's aspirations for the senate. George Washington's memory looms larger in the Negro's esteem since it has generally become known that, at heart, he opposed to the American slave system. The Washington Commercial Council is making a "hit" in business circles at the nation's capital. Architect J. A. Lankford is a hustler, and enjoys the confidence of the people who are worth while. The youngest old man in the country is Judge Mifflin W. Gibbs of Arkansas and Washington—jurist, diplomat, traveler and political—nearing his 90th anniversary is indeed the race's "grand old man." Sensible education is the kind that fits its possessor into the environment in which he must live and labor, and inspires him to bring it up to the standard set by his own ideals. There's lot of good sound common sense in the speeches Bishop E. W. Lampon is delivering to his conferences in the South. As a leader the eminent Mississippi is "sane and sane." It is a compliment to some newspapers to sue them for libel. It is an acknowledgment and indicates that you suspect them of having enough real money to satisfy a possible judgment. Prof. Kelly Miller, the tireless dean of the College of Arts and sciences of Howard University, has no pier in any race in this country as a clear thinker and unbiased analyst of existing political, sociological, educational and industrial problems of the day. Hold up the hands of President Taft. He is wrestling with a multitude of tasks, and is conferring benefits upon each of them. You must secure individual satisfaction let us rest assured that he is honestly doing the best he can. Angels can do no more. The appointment of Editor W. D. Johnson seems to have simply whetted the Kentucky appetite for official "ple." Counsellor Albert S. White and Dr. E. E. Underwood have stripped for action, and the President is apt to be told a few things that may furnish food for reflection. Grand Master W. M. Alexander. Little Rock's enterprising and energetic organizer and lecturer, is making the Masonic templates one of the strongest Negro secret societies in the country. Mr. Alexander avers that its name is its own exclusive property, and any white man who appropriates it will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. Rev. I. N. Ross, the scholarly pastor of the Metropolitan A.M.E. church, Washington, D.C., pointing out the economic development of the Negro since emancipation, estimates the per capita wealth of the race at $1, based upon a population in excess of 12,000,000. Pretty good far a people that some folks said would starve to death under freedom. The National Negro Press Association is approved by every journal in the land whose opinion is worth white. Such organizations rallying toward which the Negro editor, correspondent, publisher or journalistic worker of every type may bend his steps for inspiration, information, consultation and co-operation. Let in hold up its hands. President Albert I. White of the National Bar Association is getting things in shape for a fine convention next August in New York. He is in receipt of many letters from the front ranks of the law and leader, assuring him of their hearty sympathy with the movement and promising co-operation. Counsel to the front ranks of the lawyer and leader, and the Bar Association chose wisely when they placed him at the head of their splendid organization. The personnel of the semi-centennial exposition commission will be determined when the bill creating it becomes a law. Among the very competent colored men suggested for membership, Dr. R. H. Boyd of Nashville, Tenn.; M. M. Lewey of Pensacola, Fla.; T. J. Calloway of Washington, D. C.; Dr. C. F. Walker of Augusta, Ga.; Prof. P. J. Jacksack of Waco, Texas; Dr. R. R. Willey of College of Tuskegee Institute—and the country at large. soon as she has recovered. . . The continued bad weather has retarded farming and gardening, out of prospect, and prosecute Tommie Gibbs of 608 East Powell street, a graduate of Booker T. Washington's school (Hampton University), took a city service compass, and there were 160 applicants, and stood ahead of the class, and was appointed clerk in the postoffice at Chicago last week. Of course, Mr. Gibbs is colored. He is a graduate of Company will be held here March 2. Booker T. Washington and Chas. Banks are expected. Either one will draw a large row. Mr. Gibbs will ring 179. Will deliver to any part of the city. No distance too far nor weather too bad. The Freeman will be here on time every week. Call at 318 and ring 179. L. Hill is the hustling agent. CHARLOTTE. N. C. Special to THE FREEMAN. February 15, at 12 o'clock, m., the stork paid its respects to Mr. and Mrs. Arthur E. Benjamin, on Western Heights. Arthur E. Benjamin, on Eighty-five eight pounds., Bulwer Lytton's popular drama, "The Lady of Lyons," was presented to a large and appreciative audience in the chapel of Middletown University, on the 23rd of February. The matis personae consisted of students of the Theological Seminary and ladies from the faculty of the city graded schools, assoc. with the University. The parts were well taken and the play as a whole was a delightful surprise. Miss Sadie R. Washington made the presentation, and Sylvia Smith sustained his reputation for histrionic talent of superior quality...The Queen City Drug Store, in this city, on the night of the 24th of February, made the presentation about 10:20. Mr. J. T. Sack, the proprietor, says that the stock in stock will approximate $3,000, with a partial insurance not exceeding $1,000. The cause of the fire is Call at 224 East Trade street for the Freeman. MITCHELL. IND. Special to THE FREEMAN Spirited. Mrs. Louisa Wilson, one of the pioneers, died at Bedford, Tuesday. Her remains were brought here for burial. The funeral was tracheated by the Baptist Church, and of Mason's house, the Roxboro Rook of Sharon Chapter No. 23 of the O. E. S. to take charge of the body...3. Mrs. Charity Cooper, Miss Bertha Cooper, Mrs. Rosa Cooper, Miss Willis, and Mrs. Willis are all getting better, but Mr. William Allen continue quite ill...3. Mrs. Fuller, of Bloomington, attended the funeral of Mrs. Willis, and from Bedford attended the funeral of Mrs. Wilson...Mr. Len Lewis has returned from Evansville and Terre Haute, where he has been visiting his daughter, and from here Friday...Rev. Mason will hold his regular services at the Baptist Church Sunday...Mrs. Henrietta Terrell has visited here Friday...Rev. Mason will hold his regular services at the Baptist Church Sunday...Mrs. Henrietta Terrell has visited here Friday...Rev. Mason will hold his regular services at the Baptist Church Sunday...Mrs. Henrietta Terrell has visited here Friday...Rev. Aaron Knight of Danville, is visiting his family...Rev. W. Moor...Rev. W. Moor, held a five nights' service at the A. M. E. Church...Rev. H. J. Thomson THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. A WOMAN'S JUST PRIDE IS HER HAIR. PRICE 15 CENTS. Manufactured by THE LINCOLN POMADE COMPANY, NORFOLK, VA., U. S. A. 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Illinois St. ```markdown ``` PAY MAY21 The cut here-in, a disp combination of metals- tioned: By straightenin LAMP CAP --- had a rally day Sunday at his church. Quite a number were out to service Sun- day. The number was about $225.00 amount $225.66. Clubs No. 1 and 3 will meet with Rev. H. J. Thompson and wife Tuesday, night, . . . Rev. Seabreeze, of Mason morning and evening. Rev. Mason morning and evening. J. WALTER HODGE, REAL ESTATE. Fire, Accident and Health Insurance. See me for bargains if you are looking for a home or investment. Cash or easy payments. BOTH PHONES 1173. 536 Indiana Ave.. Indianapolis, Ind EVERY LADY READ THIS. Years ago, when I was a sufferer, an old nurse told me of a wonderful cure for Leurcorhea, Displacement, Painful Periods, Uterine and Ovarian troubles. It cured me in one month. It is a simple, harmless lotion that can be prepared by any one having the receipt. I will send it FREE to every suffering sister who writes to me. I have nothing to sell. This is a case of woman helping woman. I send it FREE. Address Mrs. A. B. Hudnut. South Bend, Ind. JAN. N. SHELTON. LUCAS B WILLIAM Phones—New 3058, Old. Main. 4694 PUNCHER DIRECTOR AND EMBALMERS Best Service. Lady Attendant Lowest Prices. 412 Indians Ave. Open all Night SANDWICH AND BREAD PLATES are gifts that will be highly prized by the recipient, and are useful as well as ornamental articles for your own use. I have a large assortment to select from, all made of sterling silver. DIAMOND MERCHANT, 15 N. Illinois St. The Claypool Hotel is Opposite Me Hair Culturing, Manicuring, and Scalp Treatment W. E. H. The largest manufacture of Hair preparations in Boston. Dealer Pure Human Hair Goods. For growing hair on bald heads and bare temples, use Parrish's Never Fail Hair Food. Per jar. For developing and beautifying the skin, use Parrish's Orange Flower Skin Food. Per jar 25c. For cleansing and softening the skin, use Parrish's Velvet Liquid Powder. Per bottle 50c. For stimulating the growth of the hair, use Parrish's Wonderful Hair Tonic. Per bottle 50c. For cleansing, beautifying, and pre-scrubbing the teeth, use Parrish's Pearl Too Teeth Powder 25c. Wigs, Switches, Pomps and Puffs to match your hair. Splendid workmanship. Reasonable prices. Parrish's Never Fail Hair Food is absolutely one of the best preparations on the market. It stops the hair from falling out or breaking off. It beautifies and enriches it, and makes it grow. MME. L. C. PARRISH, 95 Camden St., Boston, Mass. Mention The Freeman when ordering goods The cut here-in, a display of the Eureka Comb in its purity. Scientifically constructed. A combination of metals—brass, copper and steel—a battery. For the purpose here-in mentioned: By straightening beautifully crimpy hair, making straight hair soft and airy, causing anybody's hair to grow rapidly, no doubt about it; putting the scalp and hair in a most perfect condition; a preventative from any ill effects in its use, a great aid to nature, stopping the hair from falling, eradicating dandruff. There are other Combs. The Eureka has no equal—satisfying the most doubtful. Since we know the cause of not having beautiful hair, we offer our Comb as an aid, quickening in every manner, giving what is considered one's glory, Beautiful Hair. We warn the public against imitations. A Letter Patent and the secret of preparing the metals in the construction, are in our keeping. We guarantee the Comb to answer for every purpose here-in disclosed. We repeat again the splendid results obtained by following directions that are sent out with every Comb. Price complete, each, $1.50 (one dollar and fifty cents). The Eureka Quinine and Pomade, a splendid preparation, works in harmony with the Comb. Price 50c (fifty cents) per four ounce can. P. O., Express Money Order or Certified Check should accompany order, otherwise we send C. O. D. LINCOLN HAIR POMADE MINKS KINNY HAIR SOFT AND SMOOTH KEEPING HAIR SHINY AND SHINY LINCOLN HAIR POMADE WHICH WOULD YOU BATHEN YOUR HAIR - SORT AND LONG, SO THAT YOU CAN RIT IT UP IN THE CAREST STYLE ON SHORT AND KINNY KEEP'S SOAPP FRESH MINKS KINNY HAIR SOFT AND SMOOTH KEEPING HAIR SHINY AND SHINY To straighten out that kinky, curly hair, putting it in the most perfect condition to be combed into any shape, just try a bottle of LINCOLN HAIR POMADE. There is no other preparation on earth to equal LINCOLN HAIR POMADE in producing soft, beautiful hair. Lincoln Hair Pomade is a natural hair cleanser—a natural promoter of growth and naturally reduces the hair to a straight and combable condition; but also supplies the hair with a silky sheen and gloss. No matter how rough or heavy your hair is now, no matter how hard or curly it may be. the use of Lincoln Hair Pomade will give you hair that can well be the envy of others. Lincoln Hair Pomade is the only highly recommended preparation for this purpose on the market. It is Lincoln Hair Pomade you want, so refuse weak and inferior substitutes. Do not take anything that is claimed to be good, but insist on getting the genuine. Agents wanted everywhere. Write for Arbitration. You don't know it, but don't send 20 cents in silver coins TO THE LINCOLN POMADE CO. De- partment. You will send you a bottle by retail mail. Plenty of Money To Loan YOU Nelson's Hair Dressing. Nelson's Scalp Cleaner 755-757 Indiana Avenue. Near St. Clair St. Indianapolis INDIANA ELECTROTYPE CO. DESIGNERS. ENGRAVERS. ELECTROTYPES 23 West Pearl Street INDIANAPOLIS Both Phones L8PO Is Your Hair Beautiful Live Agents Wanted. Write Quick for Terms. TERMINAL LOAN BANK A fine line of Watches, Diamonds, Clocks and Stringed Instruments. If you are contemplating making a present, we are sure to have what you want. Fine watch repairing. 103 West Market Street. Corner Illinois Street. Taylor's UP-TO-BATE Hair Goods Turban Crowns, Braids and Pins, for the Latest Style of Hair Dressing. "American Beauty" Braid Turban frame The effect This very popular Mode, which was originated lately in Paris, is obtained by the use of a light wire frame, covered with wool crepe, which is effectually concealed by the Hair. The cuffure proper is formed of a long Switch-Braided, which goes entirely around the head. For this purpose nothing equals the American Beauty Braid. I can furnish the Braids in 3 sizes, as follows: $1.50, $2.50 and $3.50 made of Black, Brown or Kinky Hair, from 22 to 26 inches long. Price of the Turban Frame is 50c, black or brown covering. Then you need a set of Large American Beauty Braid Hair Pine, 4 to the set, for $1.00. Send sample when ordering braids. Address. T. W. TAYLOR, = HOWELL, MICH. A Burning Question The Indianapolis Coal Co. Asks your patronage. Place your order with A Real Coal Company. 10—Big Yards—10 125—Teams—125 Both Phones 1700. Main Office 113 N. Penn. St. The Eureka Comb. Chattanooga, Tenn. Your Choice of These THE MUSEUM OF THE WEST $300 Cash, Balance Same as Rent. H. BOWERS & Bankers and Real Estate Brokers, 31st St., N. E. Cor. State St., Chicago PREPARE FOR YOUR FAMILY WHILE LIVING YOU CAN NOT AFTER DEATH OVERTAKES YOU PREPARE FOR YOUR FAMILY WHILE LIVING. YOU CAN NOT AFTER DEATH OVERTAKES YOU. 75c per Quarter or $3.00 per Year Secures to your family at your death 00.00 Three Hundred Dollars $300 If you die in the National Order of the Mosaic Templars of America. k of it! Before you can pay into the Order as mu- draw out, you will have been a member one hund- chance have you to lose? There is no investment which you can place your money and get a guarantee will receive at your death HUNDRED DOLLARS, IF YOU PAY THREE DOLL YEAR DURING YOUR LIFE are duty bound to leave those who depend upon you when your eyes are closed in death, and we know o recommend to you than the great National Orde mplaers of America, which will pay you Three Hun- three. Just think of it! Before you can pay into the Order as much as you will draw out, you will have been a member one hundred years. What chance have you to lose? There is no investment on earth into which you can place your money and get a guarantee that your heirs will receive at your death THREE HUNDRED DOLLARS, IF YOU PAY THREE DOLLARS PER YEAR DURING YOUR LIFE You are duty bound to leave those who depend upon you, something, when your eyes are closed in death, and we know of nothing better to recommend to you than the great National Order of the Mosaic Templars of America, which will pay you Three Hundred Dollars for Three. A PURELY NEGRO ORGANIZATION Order was organized in 1882 by Negroes, and its use in heralding the fact that not one line of its secret unwritten, were stolen from any white man's order of Negro brains. It not only admonishes us to die, but is emphatic in teaching him how to live a condition in this life by self-help, thrift, industry and true principles of honesty. A WAY WHICH OTHERS ARE FOLLOWING—NEVER beards of men and women have remained out of Friars use they objected to the time-worn custom of marchers and streaming Regalia, also the practice of dolgging after the sick and burying the dead. The Mosaic a adopted a simple badge (2x6 inches) as its regalia. Fraternal institution in the United States to intrant feature. It has been adopted by all of the leaders in the world. FINANCIAL CONDITION IS OUR BED-ROCK OF STRICT DON'T OWE A DOLLAR Careful and conservative business methods we place in location where it cannot be shaken. Through our E-ment we have paid out to widows and orphans near dollars. All of our claims are paid to date, and we are filed in this office—there is no delaying or gave the money. We never allow our reserve fur cent, of the value of policies in force. Insurance red this out as a safe margin, and we strictly adhere This Order was organized in 1882 by Negroes, and its founders take pride in heralding the fact that not one line of its secret works, written or unwritten, were stolen from any white man's order; but is wholly the product of Negro brains. It not only admonishes the Negro to prepare to die, but is emphatic in teaching him how to live and improve his condition in this life by self-help, thrift, industry and living up to the true principles of honesty. BLAZED A WAY WHICH OTHERS ARE FOLLOWING—NEW IDEAS Thousands of men and women have remained out of Fraternal Orders because they objected to the time-worn custom of marching under flying banners and streaming Regalia, also the practice of doing naught but looking after the sick and burying the dead. The Mosaic Templars of America adopted a simple badge (2x6 inches) as its regalia, and was the first Fraternal institution in the United States to introduce the Endowment feature. It has been adopted by all of the leading Fraternal Orders in the world. OUR FINANCIAL CONDITION IS OUR BED-ROCK OF STRENGTH— DON'T OWE A DOLLAR By careful and conservative business methods we place our financial condition where it cannot be shaken. Through our Endowment Department we have paid out to widows and orphans nearly a half-million dollars. All of our claims are paid to date, and we pay them as soon as they are filed in this office—there is no delaying or waiting, for we have got the money. We never allow our reserve fund to fall below 1 per cent. of the value of policies in force. Insurance Experts have figured this out as a safe margin, and we strictly adhere to it. BIG MONEY FOR WIDE-AWAKE DEPUTIES— WRITE FOR INSTRUCTIONS lies can reap a rich harvest setting up Mosaic Lodge a Deputy sets up a Lodge of thirty members at $ 05.00. His Charter will cost him $15.00 and theuber 75c, which would amount to $22.50, leaving thefit of $67.50 on one Lodge. A Deputy of ordingt up two Lodges per month; a wide-awake hustilit up four or five. If you are not a member of t of America, join at once. If there is not a Lodge, write to headquarters and we will send somebody. We have 25,000 members scattered over the Unit enjoy the same rights, benefits and privileges as helping these thousands and will help you if you will opportunity that we are holding forth. Deputies can reap a rich harvest setting up Mosaic Lodges. For instance, a Deputy sets up a Lodge of thirty members at $3.50 each; that is $105.00. His Charter will cost him $15.00 and the Policy for each member 75c, which would amount to $22.50, leaving the Deputy a clear profit of $67.50 on one Lodge. A Deputy of ordinary ability should set up two Lodges per month; a wide-awake hustling Deputy should set up four or five. If you are not a member of the Mosaic Templars of America, join at once. If there is not a Lodge in your community, write to headquarters and we will send somebody to organize one. We have 25,000 members scattered over the United States. Women enjoy the same rights, benefits and privileges as the men. We are helping these thousands and will help you if you will only embrace the opportunity that we are holding forth. NATIONAL ORDER Ossaic Templars of America Little Rock, Ark. M. ALEXANDER, N. G. M., 5041/2 West Ninth St J. E. BUSH, N. G. S., Box 402. IST HAT LOGO REFERENCE between "prejudice" and "preference" is the difference and "experience." Smart Dressers are prejudiced in favor of they bear nothing but good of them—they know nothing but W. M. ALEXANDER, N. G. M. $ 504_{1/2} $ West Ninth Street. J. E. BUSH, N. G. S., Box 402. JUST HAT LOGIC THE DIFFERENCE between "prejudice" and "preference" is the difference between hearsay" and "experience." Smart Dressers are prejudiced in favor of Levinson Hat because they hear nothing but good of them—they know nothing but good of them; they have developed a prejudice for Levinson Hat because they have found out by personal experience that they match any $ style and equal any $ quality—in fact, they believe that "None are Better." So will you have worn a Levinson. Any Style—$2.00—Any Color Levinson's $2 Hat Shop. 37 N. Penn. St.—TWO STORES—41 S. Illinois St. Hotel Brunswick GEORGE W. HOLT, Prop. A first class Stag Hotel. Twenty beautifully appointed rooms. Prices reasonable. Buffet in connection. THE HIGHEST EXPRESSION OF MODERN SERVICE. 3004 State St., Chicago, Ill. THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER NOTES ON RACIAL PROGRESS. As Reported by the National Negro Business League. That the Negro is branching out and entering new fields of finance heretofore unexplored by him is very evident in the venture of the newly incorporated Bond Management, M. B. Morton is the promoter, and his financial ability to carry $100,000 in bonds has been fully tested by expert financiers, Alanta State Savings Bank, Auburn University, and L. B. Press is president and C. C. Carter is cashier, is forging ahead. At the close of business the first year, January 6, 1910, over $100,000 had been handled in cash and otherwise by the firm. The Artesian Drug Company of Albany, Grosse Pointe South, manager, began business eight years ago with a paid-up capital stock of $1,300. The business became so prosperous that a wholesale department was established by the company, employing salesman put on the road. The present value of the stock is $10,000, and the company has annually declared an average of 50 per cent, cash dividend during the last year. The ten persons employed in the establishment in various capacities. The regular force of three store clerks is usually increased to ten during the holiday period. The Lee Chemical Company as outgrowth of the Drug Company, is designed to be operated upon a scale a hundred times larger than the Lee. Be be of national scope with headquarters and laboratory in Atlanta. The company will manufacture chemicals, medicines, toilet articles, etc. Some of the inocculants are: the Lee. Lee are: M. O. Lee, Phar D, president, Albany, Ga.; W. H. Davis, secretary, Labor and Commerce Department, Washington. The Lee is a D. Driscoll treasurer, Atlanta Deal L. Jacksock Driscoll County, Ga. Dr. Moses Amos, Atlanta. Within few weeks a textile mill financed by Negroes will be operated altogether by Negro skill will open for business in Durham, N. C. It is incorporated with a capital stock of $50,000. John Merrick and Richard B. Fitzgerald reputed to be the richest Negroes North America are largely behind this business venture. This is the second manufacturing company owned and operated entirely by Negroes that has been established and in operation in North State within the last six months. The other factory is a silk mill located on Rocky Mountain, also capitalized at $50,000. T. W. Thurston is its president. Less than twelve years ago Elridge Price, 49 East Street, Dothan, Ala., was the first day he was in real estate broker, the fortunate owner of several tenement houses and the proprietor of a large general merchandise store, filled with a stock of goods, valued at about $10,000, when he realizes a business of $25,000 a year. He is now having erected in the heart of the tenement house a lot he paid $1,000 for a two-story brick building to cost $6,000. His "paper" is regarded as "gift edge" in any of the four banks of the city. Messrs. Allen and Harney, 502 Daughin Street, Mobile, Ala., funeral directors and embalmers, have established in the unified fact, one of the largest in the outh, consisting of three magnificent funeral cars, black, white and lavender) a dozen or ten of the finest uniformed matched teams and uniformed drivers. The service is first-class in every particular. The equipment is valued at $25,000. The firm does a $20,000 business yearly. The furniture establishment of C. W. Peters & Co. 601-603 Dauphin street, with C. W. Peters, president and funeral manager, complete of its kind under colored proprietorship in the country. The stock of goods consisting of a variety of grades and descriptions, covering a large area of floor space, is located in the house himself is supposed to be worth anywhere from $40,000 to $50,000. James T. Peterson, superintendent of the letter-carrier force in Mobile postoffice, is the owner of thirty-five, is reputed to be the wealthiest colored man in the city. No one but himself knows the value of his holdings. It is, however, conservatively estimated to be $100,000. His houses are located not only on Negro quarters, but among the wealthy whites, who are also among his tenants. Nine years ago Dr. H. Roger Williams, graduating from the University of Tennessee, went to Mobile and flung out his shingle. During this time, as a result of faithful and conscientious service, he has built up an exceptionally large, well-furnished apartment, to such an extent that he has become the sole owner of three drug stores, located in different parts of the city. Each one is well equipped and gives first-class service. Dr. Williams is presi- Dr. E. T. Beisaw, only the colored dentist in the city, has also built up a large and lucrative practice. His office is 500 Dauphin Street. C. First Johnson, secretary and general manager of the Union Mutual Aid Association, 601-603 Dauphin Street, strength-growing business man. The success of the association with which he is connected, and of which he is the prime factor, is a striking witness to his business sagacity and foreseeability. He is worth in the neighborhood of $60,000. Wm., Jones, Jr., broker, may be found in the Packer Building, corner Davis Avenue and Congress Street, in handsomely fitted up quarters. Mr. Jones deals in real estate, insurance, and money lending. While he has not been in the business quite two years, he has, nevertheless, met with some success, handling thousands of dollars in sales. David Pattin is in the drayage and transfer business. For this purpose he uses one hundred mules and fifty wagons. His pay amount is $10,000. W. Pattin is also in the same kind of business. He keeps busy twenty teams and employs anywhere from twenty-five to forty-five employees and roll foots up $250 to a week. The houses they contract for and build may be seen in almost any part of the city—some of them costing as high as $10,000 and $15,000. CLARKSVILLE, TENN. Miss Janie Barksdale has gone to St. Louis to visit her aunt, Miss Callie Pardue, the guest of Mrs. Ebert Neblett, the Mrs. Hattie Peyton, of Chicago, is visiting her brother-in-law, Mr. Jack Scott, the flora, hotel to improve his health. . . Miss Birdie Manson is very ill. Mrs. Julia Dixon is much hurt. John Patterson is known as "Fisherman" Roberts" succumbed to a long illness from heart trouble. Wednesday at $25 a.m. at his home, 613 Main street. He was seventy-seven years of age. LARBORO, N. C. Special to THE FREEMAN. Rev. Moore conducted services in his church Sunday morning, at 11 o'clock, and Sunday school was conducted at 1 p.m. Moore preached a fine sermon at the m church Sunday evening, and it was well attended. At the E. E. Church every Wednesday night and prayer meeting every Friday night, conducted by Rev. Jno. Noble. The Episcopal Church in large numbers in the bad weather. Services were conducted by Rev. Perry. The Eastern Star. Baptist church held the meetings at the meetings were well attended. The Sunday service was held at the usual hour and conducted by Rev. Thompson. A new Masonic Lodge was set up last week and wish them success. Miss Fannie Killebrew is still on the sick list. Mr. McJohnson was miss Sallie Brown, both of Larboro, N. C. .Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Killebrew gave a reception in honor of their daughter, lately married to Mr. L. Street. Those present were Rev. Thomp son, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Morgan, Rose Thomas, Jessie Hines, Mrs. McWhitey, Miss Magnolia Barnes, Mrs. Lena Willis, Miss Maggie Barnes, Mrs. Foset, Miss M. Williams, Herbert Parker, Alphone Hannon, Cornelius M. Foster, Fred Jones, Lee Dancy, Jno. Williams, John Hannon, Thompson, of the Eastern Star Baptist Church. All had a fine time.....Rev. Thompson was visited by his wife last summer and gave them a trial. They received a fine lot of samples for spring and summer styles for gents' suits. Go and see them and give them a trial. They received a perfect fit or money refunded. Those who wish the Freeman should call Mrs. Hannon and Stevens, tailors. For fun and apple groceries call at Sillies, Ruffin & Co. TUSCALOSA, ALA. XENIA. OHIO. Special to THE FREEMAN. Special to THE FREEMAN The High School baseball team met and organized on Thursday of last week. The following officers were elected: James A. J. Massie, president; Warren K. Harris, secretary; Frank A. Harris, manager; Laurence R. Smith, captain. The boys promise to give good games all season, and will get down to hard work as soon as the weather permits for THE FREEMAN. Give him a call....The Dunbar Club me at the residence of Miss Theresa Harris, on East Second street, Friday evening, and will be visiting the organization very long, and it seems to be getting along fine....The Thomas Quartette held a very interesting program at the Dunbar Club, under the auspices of the graduating class of the East Main Street High School....Mr. Robert Hawkins, of the Twenty-fifth Street, will be here visiting his mother and friends. Mr. James Peters, of this city, and Mr. Charles Tate, of Richmond, Ind., have opened a daytime establishment, the The Xoxo Dry Clean Company. Their office will be located on Green street, next door to the Adams Express Company. Mr. Tate has had eight experience in the work while in Richmond. TAYLOR, TEX. Special to THE FREEMAN. The carpenters are at work on the Allen Chapel A. M. E. Church. Some of their members are out with their cards soliciting aid for their new church.... Mesdames Emaline Johnson and Ida Green have returned home from Weldon, Okla., where they have been visiting relatives and friends.... Rev. J. S. Nelson has returned from a flying trip to Elgin on business.... Mrs. Peal Griffin is visiting relatives and friends in Belton.... Mr. Charley Slaughter, of Houston, was in the city a few hours last week shaking hands with relatives and friends.... Mesdames Virginia E. Pickett and Charity McGee, Rev. A. Nelson, Curtis Chandler, John D. Lowrey, John Vann, Jr., and little Ruby Elgin are on the sick list this week.... Willie Harrison, Jr., returned home sick last week from Texas Central College, at Waco.... Miss Minnie Patterson returned home last week from Dallas. THE LAND OF DIXIE. THE NATURAL PLACE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF NEGRO ENTERPRISES. J. D. HOWARD, OF THE FREEMAN STAFF, ROYALLY ENTERTAINED IN THE ATHENS OF THE SOUTH. Luring the sojourn of J. D. Howard last week in Nashville, on a business trip for The Freeman, he became so impatient with the people that he sent a letter to The Freeman of so much general interest to the public that we take pleasure in giving it in full to The Freeman readers. The letter fol- Dear Mr. Knox-I scarcely know how to begin by way of giving you an idea of Nashville and its people. It would take columns of your valuable space were I to attempt a description of my impressions in detail. Permit me to say, "I would as to the colored general activities and the more hard them. This is a city of varied interests carried on by our people. They range in scope from a hospital down to a first-class laundry. I had the pleasure of spending two days at the Boyd Hospital, known as the "Mercy Hospital," the guest of the boy. This was a distinction of the first rank of its kind. Through the courtesy of Dr. Boyd I was permitted to don a jacket and be present at some skillful and difficult operations. The hospital is the medical adjunct of the Maharry College. Seventeen nurses are required in constant attendance on the patients. There is a staff-killed physician as instructors to the class. I had seen many white institutions of this kind, but was never before presented with an opportunity of seeing colored men engaged in the execution of major operations, not even in the capacity of assistants. The whole thing was bewildering and I can assure you that it all had a distinct educational value. Nashville has two first-class banking institutions. The Napier Court Bank is the largest banking houses throughout the State. Mr. J. C. Napier, its president and founder, is a national character. He is one of the most famous fire commonwealth and is at present spoken of rather prominently as an appointee to a ministership to one of the South Carolina governors from the Napier Bank the stranger is confronted with another banking proposition in the form of The People's Savings and Trust Company. Dr. Robert B. Bainade, the president of this company. Both of these propositions are supported nicely by the colored people of the city, which is the best possible evidence of their strength and Perhaps one of the most delightful diversions of my entire trip was furnished the elaborate home of the late Albert Watkins at his beautiful home, 1810 Jefferson street. As a special feature Mr. Watkins had on hand Teasley and Mitchell, one of the strongholds of Nashville, who entertained the guests with five successive medias composed exclusively of old-time ballads. Not a recent song was sung among Ann and Frank Paskall, business manager to Mr. Watkins: A. J. Whatton, Sam Houston and Master Eddie Reed Watkins, together with a score or more of his own songs. Mrs. Watkins is a typically dainty, gracious and hospitable hostess, common only to the South. Mr. Watkins is the owner of a beautiful home of the latest and most recent apples, the possessor of a racing stock. All Heat Lump.....$4.00 per ton All Heat Egg.....3.50 per ton Best Rescreened Indiana Lump.....4.00 per ton Pocahontas Mine Run.....5.00 per ton Sample order of All Heat or All Heat Egg, one-half ton.....2.00 Phone orders receive our special attention. New Phone 2846. Old Phone, Woodruff, 115 W. E. Ralph Ice & Coal Company, 1005 EAST PRATT STREET. LADIES LOOK! Every lady can have a beautiful and luxurious head of hair if she uses a MAGIC. After a shampoo or bath the Magic dries the hair, removing the dandruff; and it will straighten the curliest head of hair. The Magic Heater is also suitable for curling irons, has a cover and can be carried in a handbag. MAGIC MAGIC PATENT APPLIED FOR TOP Taylor's New Shampoo Dryer and Hair Straightener! The Best in the World! This Comb, properly heated, and the use of La Crescent Hair Pomade, will bring the most crimpy hair straight and silky at every stroke and a rapid growth of the hair. Don't put it off but send $1.00 today and get the Comb by return mail. The Eureka Comb is on sale at The Freeman office, 225 Indiana avenue. SECURITY TRUST CO INDIANAPOLIS TUXEDO Waiters and Cooks Prefer our Make of Jackets and Aprons because they have found them satisfactory. Write for Complete Catalogue FREE giving full instructions how to order. Marcus Ruben, Inc., 330 State St., CHICAGO, ILL. Charles H. Cook, PANTATORIUM Ladies' and Gentlemen's Garments Cleaned. Dyed and Pressed. First Class Work Guaranteed. 184 West New York Street. SAVING Is Easy Aside from tidying you over any possible period of adversity, a savings account teaches econ- omy, thriftiness, system and leads to independence. 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The paper during the period of the contests to go for ONE DOLLAR a year, the reports to be published weekly and all must be in by the issue of Saturday, June 25. For this contest all communications bearing on it must be addressed to the managing editor, George L. Knox. Get busy! Do not keep your kindness in water-tight compartments, for if it runs over a bit it will never do any harm! How does it benefit the South to have the Negro reduced to slavery? President Lincoln once said that "This government can not survive half tree and half slave." Was he right? The postal savings bank bill has passed the Senate and the House. Wall street will please take notice, for if it finally becomes a law, woe to the bears and bulls of Wall street. Why wouldn't a dignified, educated, decent black man of refinement be as fit to grace a seat in the United States Senate as Jeff Davis, of Arkansas, or Benj. Tillman, of South Carolina? Some one will please answer. Vardaman, like Bryan, mixed an overdose of populism with Negrophobia and was politically asphyxiated. It is written in the stars that any white man taking a similar dose, who becomes, by accident or otherwise, a candidate for a public office, whether great or small, will surely die a political death. There will be no resurrection until Gabriel blows his trumpet—that's all! Now that Hon. John C. Dancy is relieved from the arduous duties of the office of Recorder of Deeds at Washington he might be able to get to work on the completion of the long-delayed memoirs of the late Dr. J. C. Price. This he should do for the benefit of the great church and the equally as great a college that his late distinguished friend served with such signal ability and fidelity. Let us have the book of that truly great man of the Afro-American race, Joseph C. Price, D. D., the silver-tongued orator. Philadelphia has a great strike on Labor, with real or imaginary grievances, are at war against capital and its allied interests. Doing violence to person or property is prohibitive, and a plain violation of the rights of man and of the Constitution of the United States government. It matters not how intricate the problem adjudication can be reached without resort to violence and the mob. There can be no respect shown the person or persons who take the law in their own hands. We believe in each and every instance in the supremacy of the law. There is a resemblance between President Taft and Mayor Shank's Negro policies. Our new mayor may be to prone to follow where the President leads in his treatment of the Negro citizens. There is an exact similarity in what the President has --- done for the Negro in Georgia and what the mayor has done for the Negro citizen in Indianapolis, both have helped the Negro citizen "down and out"; have added to him by substraction—taking away that which he had, and presently the Negro will have nothing in city, state or nation. To whom shall he go? The Freeman answers—"to thine ownself be true." A so-called "race war" took place in Florida Monday because the white man wanted to go back on his bargain with the Negro laborer, who had given his labor and exacted an equivalent in accordance to the agreement afore made. The result is that the undertaker has several coffins to supply. The colored men showed true manhood and valor, and died with their faces to the enemy. Much as we deplore the incident we can not help but appreciate the fact as demonstrated that the Ellis brothers carried in their bosoms the heart throbs of true manhood. Savagery and brutality must be met with the same—make the enemy of your life pay handsomely for your life! Race brutality and slaughter must be resented on whomsoever practiced. "Sure we must fight if we would reign. Increase our courage, Lord." Fight! Don't be a coward! There is quite a difference between SOCIAL EQUALITY and SOCIAL INTIMACY. Bishop Lampton and other ministerial lights of less educational and "KNOW IT ALL" pretentions, who are playing to the galleries of the white folk's theater of race prejudice, had better take notice. We have the profoundest contempt for a sycophant—it matters little to us whether he wears the robe of a bishop or the crown of a king. The Saxon race has no patent on "SOCIAL EQUALITY;" since it is a good thing, let the race attain unto it. God made us social beings, and He also "made of one blood all nations of men." Let our would-be leaders urge the Negro race to make a society that people of any other social circle may be glad to enter. Yes, learn the race the difference between social EQUALITY and social INTIMACY. We was of the opinion that the great African Methodist Episcopal Church stood for "EQUALITY of man," but Bishop Lampton would teach the contrary. We think the Committee on Naval Affairs made a reasonable and just demand on having the Peary records placed before it, so that it may the more intelligently pass upon the proposed honors to the great traveler and explorer. The genuineness of Peary's discoveries, in some quarters of the globe, are as much in doubt as the genuineness of Cook's datas. We have no desire to settle or foment the differences between Cook and Peary, and his man Hansen. We would wish that it was a little more plain how Peary and his man "Friday" managed to carry over, or about, 9,000 feet of wire within five miles of the pole (and traveled, some days, many miles faster than Cook) and let it out without touching bottom. Can such deep sea sounding be scientifically made with wire? Would not a current take miles of wire, and yet no bottom be shown? We have been to sea and have seen sounding taken around Newfoundland, and confess that we fail to see the possibility of Peary's representation. But what is the North Pole to us anyhow, or, for that matter, to anybody else? Have you heard the latest news from Mississippi's latest statesman, who wishes to immortalize himself? He offered a resolution on the Senate floor last Tuesday to declare null and void the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments to the Constitution, on the ground that they were not adopted in the two Houses by a two-thirds vote, and, further, that three-fourths of the several states did not ratify them as required by the Constitution (a new discovery). The fellow that offered that resolution, and who made that wonderful discovery, is named Sisson. If you will drop the S and substitute the letter H you will have what the name ought to mean to us and to the intelligent of the United States. It would then read "Hiss-on"—the man from backward Mississippi. It cost rivers of blood to place those amendments to the Constitution, and Siss-on will find it no easy matter to have them declared null and void by the Supreme Court of the land. That's why we ought to have a Negro in the Senate and House. Siss-on is a miss-representative of the majority of the citizens in his district. "Hiss-on" Siss-on will find it no easy matter to shooting match of your ilk. EDUCATORS There was a large number of educators assembled in this city last week, the majority being from the South, and of the variety of subjects discussed, of course the Negro problem was presented from a Southern point view, and by a Southernner named Bailey. A synopsis of the paper was published in the evening News, which we read very carefully. We do not hesitate to say that we was disappointed from the view point of the learned professor's argument. He gave, not an educated, but a prejudiced view, of the race problem. His propositions, arguments and historical facts were erroneous and lopp-sided, and illogical. One could easily discern that Bailey had more arrogancy than wisdom, more prejudice than education; that his conclusions were jumped at, like a horse rushing into battle, and that he had not reached them by proper syllogism. When we noticed that among the delegates were some of our ablest educators, notably Roscoe Conkling Bruce and Dr. Lucey Moten of Washington, D. C., and Prof. J. R. E. Lee of Tuskegee, we felt sure one or all of them would rise to the floor and attempt, at least, a refutation of Prof. Bailey's incorrect solution of the Negro problem, but, alas, all was silence, and maybe, after a while, Mr. Bailey will be largely quoted as authority on the past, present and probable future degradation of the Negro race, and that maybe the price of the Negro's silence when they should have arisen and refuted the prejudiced views of the white professor. What were they there for anyhow? The only hearing that the Negro representatives got while here was the specially private one arranged by some of our local THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. [Name not provided] ASHER W. GRAY, Candidate for Clerk of Marion County, subject to the Republican Primaries. He solicits your support. educators at Public School No. 17. Admission was on special invitation—none having been extended to a single Negro newspaper representative, minister, doctor or leading man of the local colored citizens. "What fools these mortals be." We wonder why Prof. Bruce and Prof. Lee allowed themselves to become a party to such a silly arrangement under the circumstances and in the capitol of a great state? sends a renewal subscription for paper and says "Yours is a stranger of our rights, bold in its actions and firm in its conviction wouldn't do without The Freeman * * * Mr. S. W. Freeman, of Pa. Texas, writes interestingly and complimentary copies of some poems, which he contributes to Freeman, to be published soon * * * A STORM BREWING That a great storm is brewing in the Republican party, and that there are breakers ahead for President Taft must be evident to even a novice. The Bailinger-Pinchot controversy has assumed a new form, involving not only Secretary Wilson, but the President himself. The storm center of this whole business is the Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, ex-President of the United States, who is even now slowly but surely losing his grip on the presidency, one of the stormiest political campaigns ever known in the history of the government. There are hosts of Mr. Taft's friends, who are Mr. Roosevelt's enemies. The House should show no disposition to again be a candidate, there will be plenty of trouble in this country for somebody.—The Richmond, Va., Planet. We uttered a similar opinion to that of the Planet some time ago in these columns, calling attention to the ordeal of Mr. Taft and the embarrassment of the "My polices" (modus operandi) that they have met with general disfavor throughout the country. You see the mistake was made when the Republicans allowed President Roosevelt to name his successor, the first time in all our memory when such a thing was done—one President permitted to dictate the nomination of his successor. That is the first and foremost evil, and the next is the legalizing of corporate interests to do the little fellows out of business. High tariff serves the interests, not the people—it was made by the interests. Nelson W. Aldrich is the chief representative of the interests in the Senate, and "Uncle" Joe Cannon in control of the House, and the two are co-operating together for the good of the INTERESTS, not the PEOPLE. The President's Negro policy of elimination is certainly in bad, and throughout the country has had a deterring effect upon all measures in state or nation affecting the Negro. His policy of "INTERESTS and white supremacy, and Negro degradation and demoralization, is a loopsided policy, and will, in the long run (in state and national politics), be the cause of plenty of trouble for President Taft and the Republican party. DIGEST OF LETTERS From Hon. C. A. Korbly, pledging his vote for the Semi-Centennial Exposition bill. Mr. S. Garland, Downs, Kas., writes us an idea concerning "the solution of the Negro question." He thinks the government ought to do one of two things, viz: (a) Give the Negro a State; (b) provide the fullest protection. If the fullest protection for each and every Negro citizen cannot be given, then he insists upon a State being provided. Te suggests that the Philippine Islands be designated for the State. Mr. W. R. Banks, of Ft. Valley, Ga., writes concerning a recent visit to that place of the grandson of the late Frederick Douglas—Joseph Douglas, the violinist—who recently gave a recital at the Ft. Valley High and Industrial School. Mr. N. D. Slatter writes eloquently of the approaching seventh annual session of the National Association of Teachers in the Colored Schools, to be held nevst July 21-27 in Oklahoma City. Prof. J. R. E. Lee, of Tuskegee, is corresponding secretary. Mr. Slatter is of the opinion that this will be the banner year for the association. * * * From the Dixie Publishing Co. Moravian Falls, N. C., speaking of a new book on "The Negro's High Standing in the Bible," printed and sold by this company for the sum of 50 cents. Mail orders solicited. * * * Mr. E. Combeck, of Honesdale Pa. sends a renewal subscription for the paper and says "Yours is a strong defender of our rights, bold in its declarations and firm in its convictions. I wouldn't do without The Freeman." Mr. S. W. Freeman, of Palistine, Texas, writes interestingly and sends complimentary copies of some of his poems, which he contributes to The Freeman, to be published soon. Mr. J. P. Winstead, Chicago, writes an order for an increased number of copies of the paper to be sent weekly. He says that The Freeman is a great favorite with the people in his district. From Edmonton, Alberta, Can., expressing delight with and enclosing a check for The Freeman. Says that Mr. Robinson's ad for a wife, published some time since in the columns of The Freeman, was fruitful of good results to Mr. Robinson. He is married now. It pays to advertise in The Freeman. * * * Mr. John T. Jones, of Robinson, Ill., sends check for a renewal of his subscription, and says, "I think The Freeman is the best paper published." * * * Dr. Majors, Chicago, reassures us of his continued friendship and interest in helping us to keep up the business end of The Freeman. The doctor is a jolly good fellow. * * * Mr. Price Terrell, Omaha, Neb., says The Freeman grows weekly in the affection of the citizens of his city and that he is delighted to be able to order an increased supply for his customers. Mrs. L. L. Weaver, Alliance, Ohio, says The Freeman is a favorite and sends an annual cash subscription. CONGRESSMAN TAYLOR SPEAKS FOR EXPOSITION BILL Representative E. L. Taylor, Jr., of Ohio, made a very vigorous speech in behalf of the proposed National Negro Exposition for 1913. There is little doubt that it will bring results. He said and good things for the colored people, and they are grateful for the words of hope and help.—Omaha (Neb.) Enterprise. TAFT WILL NOT REMOVE H. W. FURNAS FROM HAYTI Washington, March 9—Henry W. Furniss, of Indianapolis, Minister to Hayt, will continue to serve in that position during the administration of President Taft. Furnas is one of the best-paid men from Indiana in the government service. He is a colored man and a brother of Dr. Sumner Furnas of Indianapolis. Today a delegation from Kentucky, including Senator Bradley and the three Republican representatives from that State, called on President Taft and asked that Furnas be separated from the service and the place given to Albert White, a Louisville colored man. White accompanied his boomers to the White House. The President told his callers Furnas was making a fine record; that his services are altogether satisfactory, and that there will be no change in the Haytian ministry. He said he would try to find another place for White. Furnas formerly was consul at Bahla, Brazil, where he married a German woman. He was promoted solely on merit to the position he now occupies.-Indianapolis Star, Associated Press Dispatch. Hoosiers, white and black, rejoice and are glad for this bit of news, as it is truly "rendering unto Ceasar the things that are Ceasar's." Dr. Furnas has indeed made a fine record of the best ever made by any of his predecessors, and therefore merits the gracious, kind consideration given him by the Persident at this time. We ourselves are especially gratified at this result, as all along it has been our contention that Dr. Furnas should be let alone and given the full opportunity under the present administration, and we believed then as we are certain now that we express the opinion of the majority of the citizens of Indiana irrespective of race. Our heartiest appreciation is hereby ex- prest to the President. We also extend our congratulations to Dr. Furnas. ST. PAUL, MINN. Special to THE FREEMAN. Madame Azalia Hackley will soon give a recital in this city.**Attorney S. Joe Brown, of Des Molhes, delivered an address to James F. Browne, of The Elite Dressmaking Parlors have been opened at 491 University avenue, by Mesdames Bessie Miller and Zelia Reynolds.**"Ethiopia Shall Stretch For Her Hand, an oratorio, to be performed Sunday at 11 a.m., April, with Messrs. Miller and Monamous, managers." Quite a number of children are down with the measles and scarlet fever.**"Mrs. T. H. Lyles delivered a sermon on Temperature on last Sunday at 11 a.m., at West 10th Street, W. C. A. She also sang one of her many compositions, entitled "Lost, after all."**"The Social and Literary Club were entertained by Mrs. Mildred Sharpe on last Sunday at 11 a.m., in playhouse 10, the popular tailor, has gotten out some very unique blotters advertising his business. Mr. Smith has a very neat and well-equipped tailor shop at 10 East Elight street. He is an entrepreneur and persis- tionist. He is also playing a drama a success. His trade mark has a widespread reputation.**"Get The Freeman each week from Henry Crawford, the popular news agent.**"Jock Johnson, in playhouse 10, has been houses at the Star Theater this week.**"Mrs. Lottie Evans, assisted by Mr. John H. Charleston, will give a drama at Tschida's Hall, on April 1, for the benefit of the theater drama, entitled "A Rag Doll" promises to be quite amusing. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. Special to THE FREEMAN. Special to THE FREEMAN. The funeral services of Mrs. J. A. Cunningham, who died Monday afternoon, February 28, after an operation for appendends on Thursday at the�are at 2:30 in New York, was last week in the same, from the residence, 2813 Chicago avenue, Mrs. Cunningham's death was quite a shock to her many friends. She leaves her husband and the dearest friend of the seven children, together with a host of friends. Father Lethod of St. Thomas Mission, conducted the services. The M. A. A. B. B. was at the same time, and he had rained last week by Mrs. La Rue, at her home, 2912 Harriet avenue. At present it is known that among the many high school students that were born from a high-class, and for the coming June will appear two colored students. Miss May Preston and Mr. Ravmond Cannon, both from Central High School, Jack Johnson, heavy foreign language, was born in the same year last year, and was still after his coming fight with Jeffries, last Saturday evening, at the Dewey Theater, where he had been appearing daily, when he was left over. But Mr. Ph. W. on the appears this week with his smile on him. Mrs. M. D. Bovd, sister of Mrs. C. A. Ford, has left the city for California to be she. The Zion Baptist an church, time the pastoral of Rev. M. W. Withers, is going to give a $400 rally Sunday, March 10, and the amount will be paid to the property. The Twelfth party pastors of the property are all invited to be present. Special services will be held during the entire day also special music at the same time, and the building has been pastor will preach to the B. B. I. and the P. P. L. S. Clubs of the church. In the afternoon, at 3 o'clock, the Rev. McDonagh and B. B. B. was in the church of the Church of St. Paul, will preach assisted by the Revs. Carter of Bethesda Baptist, Wharton of St. James A. M. E. and Roberts of St. Peters A. M. E. The music at the service will be rendered by the Miss. A. A. B. B. is the head of the devotion for Minor. The birthday party was given for Miss Aika Steele, of 2806 Ninth avenue, South Friday evening of last week. Quite number of young people were present and spent an enjoyable evening. Miss Steele received several beautiful presents. ...Confirmation services were held at St. Thomas Mission, Wednesday evening of the first Sunday of the Rev. and Mrs. T. J. Carter, of Bethesda Baptist Church, extended their letters of dismissal from their former church in Ripley, O. to the church, last Sunday of the first Sunday of the church as full members...Mrs. Jos. Quinn is on the sick list...The house social and concert given Wednesday evening of last week, at the residence of Mrs. Quinn, at the church of Chicago. M. E. Church, was attended by quite a number...Mrs. Ada Beasley of 2817 Chicago avenue, is on the road to recovery. Mrs. Quinn is the Chicago avenue. is The Freeman corner and agent in this city and would like to supply more people each week with a copy of the Freeman, and also receive always the latest information of each week...The Afro-American Women's Charity Club met last Wednesday afternoon, at the home of Mrs. G. P. Sims, at the St. Marys avenue. The ladies are glad tobury avenue. The ladies are glad tobury avenue. to see what good work they are doing...Don't sit around home, gaping into vacancy. Buy a Freeman and give you eyes to many interesting topics. You can get one at any time from James Wilson. DECATUR. ILL. Special 10 THE FREEMAN PETER'S PETERS. Peter's A. M. E. Church are contemplating building a new church. The date has not been fixed as to when they will start their new structure. . . Mrs. Lawhorn, of Tacoma, Wash., called her husband by name of her father, Mr. James Browner, . . . Mrs. L. Garner will return to her home in Detroit, Wednesday. . . The Allen League, Jr., gave an interesting litter of letters to the president, was a contestable sabote between the young folks. . . Mrs. Julia Burmell has returned from Springfield, after a pleasant visit with her sister, Mrs. Vantice, and with her brother, Mr. Margaret Wright Spayne's revered wife quite a success, there being nearly $20 door receipts, Mrs. Spayne wishes to thank the friends for their interest in helping her success. The audience, though small, was an appreciative one. Prof. Schocer gave two selections that were pleasing. BONHAM, TEX. Special to THE FREEMAN: Spencer G. GILFREEMAN Sr. Director of a noble sermon, Sunday. Prof. W. E. B. Johnson is some- what ill. . Mr. and Mrs. Peter Johnson are rejoicing over a fine girl. . Mrs. Dave Johnson has opened a swell millinery department on South Center street. PAST WEEK AT LOUISVILLE Concluded from Page One. rais of the city will be associated editors. Students of the schools are also expected to contribute articles to the paper. A story of mechanical drawing, by Prof. E. K. Jones, was the principal article of the last issue, and there also appeared the roll of honor for the month of February. Many of the citizens are commending the paper for its neat appearance and neat notes on the various schools. There is a blight on the city, and it is to be hoped that it may have a large circulation. The representative of THE FEEMAN wishes it much success. Prof. W. P. Amis, head of the department of English, celebrated his fifty-fourth birthday anniversary on Tuesday of this week. He has been in the publicools of this city for thirty-seven years, Mr. Amis is one of the most beloved men in the state. He is state grand secretary of the Masons, and has held this position for a number of years. He magazine street and is the father of three fine children. His wife is an admirable housekeeper. A number of his friends have been a part of his anniversary and wished him many years of success and happiness. There is a revival wave going over the city of Louisville among the Baptists, and this is due to the presence of the Rec. Dr. Charles S. Morris, of New York, and the Rev. W. H. Skipwith, of Philadelphia. Dr. Morris is one of the most widely known Baptist ministers of this the country, having served as pastor of the Abbyssinia Baptist Church, New York, and has traveled extensively in Europe. And he has traveled to Bapthill was formerly of the Second Baptist Church of the Atlantic City, and is a graduate of the University, Richmond, Va. He has been able to for five years in evangelical work. He has been a Philadelphia conference, and freeway organization he started as a song writer and singer. He writes his own songs and sings in California, singing in both colored and white churches. He is generally known as the singing evangelist. He began the series of revivals on Sunday morning in large crowd heard him. His sermon was full of religious thought. He quoted the Bible and showed evidences of deep faith. After his sermon a number came to hear that they be further instructed on how to pray and have their sins forgiven. They were communion services in the afternoon, followed by services at night. The next night the week, and large crowds are called to be present. Rev. Skipwill will be read in the singing. The Rev. John H. Moore will be pleased with the outfit, and a great many are expected to be added to the church during the revival. Mr. and Mrs. Scharket entertained last week at their home on West Magazine street. Mr. and Mrs. Dudley stopped at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bridges on West Walnut street. Miss Jennie Hillman, a popular actress of the "Smart Set," is stopping with Miss Salome Worthington. Miss Irene Bowman of Fisk University musical department is reported to be doing nicely in music. The eighth grades of the nine district schools are taking domestic science and manual training at the Central School. Mr. Thomas Johnson, one of the leading* tonsorialists of Cleveland, Ohio, passed through the city course from Mobelle, Ala., his former home. Beaulen Wright, a graduate of the Normal School, is becoming quite a favorite as a writer of favors for dinner parties. She is netting a neat little sum weekly for her work. The T. F. B. C. will give a Japanese party on March 27 at Odd Halls Hall 114. She will be one of the sweetest affairs of the season. Everything will be strictly Japanese. It is reported that the Rev. Levy Ferguson is making rapid progress in the East in the interest of the new parish house that is in progress of erection at Eleventh and Walnut streets. Mrs. Alice Carlie Gore, formerly a teacher in this city, and a very highly respected young woman, died in Indianapolis, and was buried here. She was a graduate of the Central High and Normal schools, and taught in the night schools. The Rev. L. G. Loyne is making a special effort to make Easter a time with all the Baptists of this country. He is sending out Easter literature to every superintendent of the Baptist Church with a view that they will have exercises on this day, commemorating the ascension. Miss Marguerite Sutton, class of 1909 of the Central High School, is in the city, has been at Battle Creek, Mich., for several years and returns home to see intimate friends. She was valedictorian of the class and delivered a brilliant graduating address. The monthly meeting of the Teachers' Institute was held last Saturday in the chapel of the Central High School, Ninth Avenue of the Mountaintop School, dress was that of Prof. W. P. Welch of the manual training department. He spoke on "The Influence of Manuel Training on the High School." The chairman of Harpoon Institute, Virginia, spoke on "Soil Plant Life and School Gardens." Prof W. H. Perry presided at the meeting, and he said that there was a splendid program being arranged for the month of April. Mr. T. F. Blue, the librarian at Tenth and Chestnut streets, issued the monthly report for February on last Saturday. The report shows an increase of 1,215 borrowed over that of February of 1999. The report follows: Attendance ..... 3,926 Number of books borrowed ..... 6,516 Average daily circulation ..... 283 Average borrowers ..... 54.9 Average attendance at story hour ..... 99 Number of reference questions looked up ..... 291 Per cent. of fiction ..... 40 The passage of the school commission bill by the state legislature is hiried with images of great joy. It is said that it is the most important of the public schools of this city. While it is generally known that several of the schools are up to the expectation, others are not. It is also wished that the incompetent heads of the schools, if there be any, will be displaced and the corps of teachers may be replaced. Service rules, where merit alone obtains the fruit of supervision, capacity and intelligence. No one familiar with the situation will deny the Pearl street school and the Western school are models of efficiency and discipline. The crying need of the school department for motion of a colored supervision of experience and ability to work in colored schools, then may we look for better and more satisfactory results. Profs. W. H. Anderson would be admirable men for the places. Is Your Health Worth 10c? That's what it cost to get a-week's treatment—of CASCARETS. They do more for you than any medicine on Earth. Sickness generally shows and starts first in the Bowels and Liver; CASCARETS cure these ills. It's so easy to try—why not start to-night and have help in the morning? CASCARETS 10c a box for a week's treatment, all druggists. Biggest seller in the world. Million boxes a month. New Easter Music FREE CATALOG Special Prepared by OLIVER DITSON CO. CONTENTS EASTER HYMNS Men's Voices Mixed Voices Women's Voices Catholic Service EASTER CANDLES Men's Voices Mixed Voices Women's Voices EASTER ORATORIOS AND CANTATAS EASTER SONGS AND DUETS Descriptive List Solos Duets EASTER SERVICES FOR THE SUN- DAY SCHOOL LENTEN MUSIC Anthems Oratorios Cantatas GOOD FRIDAY MUSIC PALM SUNDAY MUSIC Solos Anthems Choral Directors and Choir Leaders. send for this Free Catalog at once. Greatest offering ever known in Easter music. Send all orders direct to the Wm. Foster Music Co, 3025 State St. Chicago, Ill. THE STAGE Additional Stage News on Page Six. The Hathlocks are headliners at the Crescent Theater, New York, this week. Fred A. Morgan, advance representative of the Lowery-Morgan's Mighty Minstrels, is in the city. Tommy Carter, with the Taylor-Farrell Trio, is filling an engagement at the Grand Theater this week. Williams Jubilee Singers, under the personal direction of Charles P. Williams, are making a tour of the world. The Juggingling Prince's first time in caudelle and the Jugging Javilins are on the same bill at the Galither Theater in Cincinnati, Ohio. A riot. Mr. Howard Bell, formerly of "In Old Kentucky," entertained Messrs. Burke and Grundy Friday afternoon at his residence, 243 Brady street, Detroit, Mich. Williams and Walker's Chocolate Drops—King and Bailey, Mamie King, Marie Bailey, Maud Turner and Lillian Rose—spent a few days lay-over in this city. The Blacks, Perry and Lillian, are doing very nicely on the independent circuit, making a hit everywhere. This week they are appearing at New Bedford, Mass. A. C. Strodder, formerly in vaudeville, is now decoting his time to writing a new play. Mr. Strodder is now located in Chicago and can be found around the Pekin Theater. C. Pewee Williams, wizard tramp jugger, will close with the Rockwell's Sunny South Company and go to Cincinnati and be much-needed rest, then go in vaudeville. J. B. Norton, the reliable stage manager of Albus' Minstrels, is well pleased with the show and would like to bear from Kener and Lewis and Alonzo Moore. Write in care of THE FREEMAN. Bob A. Kelley has been playing the best houses in Chicago for several weeks. Kelley and Cotting will not go any farther west, cating to the continued illness of Mrs. Kelley, but will play east to New York as soon as the lady is able to travel. Sydney Kirkpatrick, of the Richards and Sydney Minstrels, left Thursday morning for Jacksonville, Fla., to join the company. Mr. Kirkpatrick was called to the city on account of the serious illness of mother, who is now much improved. Mr. William Barker, business manager of Mr. George Archer's, Williams and Walkers' Chocolate Drops, left the city of Chicago to play with the Walters, Wise, where the act will fill a week's engagement at the Crystal Theater, beginning Monday. Mr. John H. Wickliffe, trap drummer of Louisville, Ky., regrets to hear of the death of his friend, Mr. Richard Bradshaw. Mr. Wickliffe and Mr. Bradshaw were very warm friends and it was quite often when he heard of his death. In the wake of his death, Mr. Wickliffe sends his heartfelt sympathy. The Little Park, the largest, finest and best restored park in the South, opens Easter Monday, March 28, 1910. The Whittman Sisters will open the park theater. Moving pictures, roller coaster, dancing, sating, concert concerts, vaudeville, Ferris wheel, horse and various other attractions will be on, also a big ball game. L. Don Bradford, the celebrated scenic artist and original producer, will leave Poseidon Park and visit Jacksonville, Fla. He has done much fine work in Pensacola and has been the own team for his great paintings. He will be visiting Elba beautifully and also made a real place of Mr. Joe Morris's residence. The Wang Doodle Four is meeting with much success in the East. The Bangor (Me) daily papers say: "But the greatest thing in the musical line that has been at the Gaiety for many a day is the Wang Doodle Four quartet of colored singers, dancers and comedians fairly concludes the audience with laughter during the twenty minutes that they were on the stage. This act alone is worth the price of admission." Greer Billy Young has just finished the Capital City time, Des Moines, Iowa, Pt. Dodge and Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Jewel Theater, Omaha, Neb., and opened independently at the Majestic Theatre. Soon after, she went to Stewart, with the Thompson time to follow, in a double turn with Butts McDonald, a young, spicy comedian, good dancer and singer. The team will be known Young and McDonald, the Colored Senators. Bradford and Veneter, with their Zulu act and singing their own songs, which set the South on its head, have opened the Globe Theater, Norfolk, Va., for a three-run Mrs. Bradford sends regards to the Moon. More than she and says we will be back when the sun shines on both sides of the street and half way down the alley. She sends her regards to Julia Turner and Alberta Perse. Bradford wants to know why don't you and Billy Stars double, and says Bilek and Stars partners and practice what you preach. BOOKING AGENCY. John Alfred Spotts Amusement Com- panion, Topeka, Kan. Booking any and everything the best service, write, for open time. Colored acts of all kinds, DEATH OF LEW JOHNSON AT GRAND FORKS, B. C. Lew Johnson, well known in the show business and lessee and manager of the Grand Forks Opera House, the only opera house at Grand Forks, died at his home February after an illness of seven weeks. Mr. Johnson had lived in that city for eleven years. REEVES AND BRANCH: Now in vaudeville, are making good in Michigan and Canada. Grace Branch, the electronic singing and dancing soubrette, is coming along with her own way with the favorite song, "The Dance of the Demon." Mr. Reeves, the musical wonder and eccentric artist in a drawing card and the audience greets him with delight when he appears. Regards to all friends and my wife, Madam Charlotte Reeves in route in Florida as Mrs. Elsie Jennings in office of the business who miss me in the theatrical business and have been inquiring my whereabouts, I will endeavor to explain. It's the same old story that made me to a great many of us in this business. After I met my wife and I, I continued to run my own show. The "Mysterious Black Cat's Eye," the joined hands with a lady by the name, Upthegrove. Shortly afterward she took over the dance. I died East. There I joined bands with Miss Grace Branch. The team will warn as Reeves and Branch in the future. THE AUDITORIUM AT PHILADELPHIA. This week the Skinners, Vernon and Emma, in their original act, "Coo Courting, head the bill. "The supporting bill includes a song by the monologue and minstrel boy; Miss Eva singsing and dancing soubrette, late of the Smart Set Company, and Miss Carrie Wheeler, star, in illustrated songs. The extreme situations which has involved over 75,000 union and non-union employees, has affected business to some extent, so much so that some of the business of the strike of union theater employees. However, business along to "Boulevard" has not been soeded so much as that in other sections of the city. We were favored on Monday of last week by the presence of President Leon Williams, of the C. V. B. A., and Director Bob Slater, of the same organization, who was the Philadelphia on business. Last week's extraordinary amount of favorable comment, especially the work of the Claybrooks, who headed the bill. KING AND BAILEY HEADING WILLIAMS AND WALKER'S CHOCOLATE DROPS. King and Bailey and company, of Williams and Walker's Chocolate Drops, scored one of the biggest hits of the seafood industry, the Cincinnati. Their act being entirely different from most colored acts in vaudeville, as their singing and dancing are comedians, their future looks bright. After their engagement at the Orpheum the Mystic Shrirens had them to play a band, and they played a theatrical, where they received many encounters. They featured Ione W. Lawson with the song, "Wait Until Tomorrow." Particularly noticeable was the fact that they were on down drops and their costumes are superb. THE PROFESSION AT MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. The people of this city were treated to a grand surprise Monday evening, Feb. 28, in a musical comedy called "George Washington Tyler Discovering the South" written and staged by Rufus Anderson. After the opening chorus Miss Margarite Carter, of Chicago, sang "Honey Boy," which brought the house down. Mr. Jimmy Drake, the tenor, sang "Ode to the vaudeville" with O. The vaudeville acts Little Dimpleps, of Chicago, done some very clever singing and dancing. Then the original Boe entertained in the clubhouse. The band, Miss Violet, Anderson, the celebrated prima donna of the company, sang "Boy-Bye, Sweetheart," amid rounds of cheer. Mr. Rufus Anderson is doing the comedy role in the village cop. The chorus, Ernestine Lena, Mera Gambie, Ewing Linda, Gambie, the Williams, Geo. Johnson, Edw. Stewart, Frank Brown. In the last act enters Geo. Washington Tyler, the discoverer of the south and plays the month and Cecile Ernestine Lee will singing act which they are now rehearsing. The wardrobe was designed and made by Miss Carrie Ransome. The actors Jeff Waltell are at the Dewey Theater this week and the city is in an uprour. The streets in front of the theater are crowded after every performance to see Jack enter his auto. Jack and Joe put on waltell very lively. A man to make Johnson fast, as Joe Walcott is just as fast as he ever was, but the punch is not there any longer. The guests of Mrs. Mrs. Jack Johnson are the guests of Mrs. Emma Taylor Jones while in the city. ABOARD A. G. ALLEN'S PRIVATE CAR "IDA MAY." We are away down in Alabama this week, playing along the gulf coast. The weather continues very mild and the boys are enjoying the balmy spring breezes, dancing comedian, joined March 4 at Pensacola, Fla. He is making a hit nightly singing "Come After Breakfast. Bring Along Your Lunch and Leave Before Suppose." Our saxophone quartet, composed of Messrs. Fred Kewley, soprano; Robert H. Gant, alto; William Phillips, tenor; and J. S. Singleton, bass, continue to hold court for the evening, critical to ragtime. Mr. Singleton has the crowds talking nightly with his marvelous execution, playing "Asleep in the Deep" as a saxophone solo. Willie Kmbal, singing and dancing comedian, joined March 4 at Pensacola, Fla. After the show March 4 at Pensacola, our entire bunch were handsomely entered in the competition. The winner, headed by Messrs. Wm. Benbow and John Hall, in the Elks' Hall, the entertainment lasting into the wee small hours of the morning. The members of this company will long remember it as one of the swellest affairs of the Prof. McCamon, who is favorably known as "Mack," continues to wear the smile that won't come off, because his band continues to score and is the talk of the day. The Pensas Brothers' team of acrobats joined at PensasAca, Fla., March 4. Wm. (Tuba) Thomas sends regards to A. G. Jones. J. W. Hamilton closed in Mobile, Ala. to give short vacation with his family Chicago Robert Miller sends regards to Eddie Day, of Williams Troubadours. Robert Miller, of Compass, was received with a warm welcome of enthulsm by his many friends March 4 in Pensacola, Fla., his native city, but his job was hindered by finding his mother overseeing him. Wm. Tisher sends regards to Geo. Will- iams, Sim Stevenson and Ray Edwards. MR. RUSSELL CORRECTED ON HIS KNOWLEDGE OF J. ED GREEN'S CAREER. To the many readers of THE FREEMAN and also Mr. J. Ed Green's many friends. In the issue of the 24th inst. Mr. Sylvestre, who was a graduate of the obituary of Mr. Green was very much mistaken in his data and personal knowledge concerning his career. He was not forty years old. He was born in New Albany, Ind., Nov. 24, 1872. Regarding his recent illness, "don't feel that for D. Brown for his attention to Mr. Green. If so, I am able to settle. The doctor assured me he would do all he could for me and give me the condition worse than he anticipated. However, he was brave until the end came. When I received the news of his death I was expecting him to arrive in Indianapolis to play." That the military play "Capt. Rufus," which the critic claims was copied from Mr. Kidman's book, forced him to say is not true. I have in my possession the first manuscript, which was written in 1902; the folio, which was written in 1903; and I don't say anything about the trouble between the THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER King Shuggs King Bailey. King and Bailey at the Colonial last week were forced to open the billet; some of the team were with the card, and some were with the act. The act was a riot, being the first colored act to cause especial commu­ enture the season. The team was a favorite throughout the week. The newspapers were a precursor to this team is ripe for stardom and should be put out in a company of their own. King and Bailey at the Colonial last week were forced to open the bill; some of the scheduled acts failed to appear. Their regular place on the card was fifth. The act was a riot, being the first colored act to cause especial comment during the season. The team is a favorite throughout the week. The newspapers were a unite in their prediction that this team is ripe for stardom and should be put out in a company of their own. late Mr. Hogan and Mr. Green; that has been forgotten some years ago by every body concerned excepting Mr. Russell. The critic never called to see Mr. Green during his illness, has never been associated with him, can only write from the information of others and what he I want to thank Mr. Green's many friends in and out of the profession for helping me grow. Mr. Brown, who was his faithful friend and medical adviser, and mine. He kept me informed of Mr. Green's condition, looked after my appearance and assured me my presence. My presence was expensive of the doctor. He had some standing in inscapable friends who did all they could for him, and among them were Mr. S. H. Holley, Jr., Mr. J. H. Holley, Mr. B. Mr. and Mrs. Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Baker. My husband was a member in good standing of North Star Lodge No. 1, F. and A. M. All of the friends in the company were very cere thanks for their kindness, and I shall teach my son. J. Ernest Green, that he may always appreciate his father's care and support. The company for their visit in a body from South Chicago. JENNETTE M. GREEN. WILLIAMS AND WALKER, OR THE PASSING OF TWO OF THE WORLD'S GREATEST EN-TERTAINERS. By Uncle Rad Kees. That one can never tell in this life what is apt to happen from one day to another is undoubtedly a very true saying, and is worth giving a few silent lessons. We take only as it should be in its literal meaning. In 1900, when Williams and Walker were seen in one of their best and most extravagant offerings, the Polly Playman asked, "What's the "Susan Ham," and the next season, of 1903, in the one piece, "In Dahomey," that, during its New York run on Broadway, called for "a little bit of" "state" society. Who, they would have thought that the members of these great popular plays today would be cast almost to the four winds? In the language of the 1900s, they would dare say by the entire outside world, I would say "nobody," yet down deep within the very hearts of every member then of these companies, if the truth were known, was hiding his conscientious nature. During the particular season of "In Dahomey," the possible birth of the first feeling of dissatisfaction between Will and Wanda will be the subsequent seasons thereafter have proved the discovery to be, not of the Dotor Cook (North Pole) order, but more of that genuine "backwoods," handkerchiefs, "grey" grass, and carriages with its every consideration destruction and evil omen. The indelible friendship and business integrity, which he had, accompanied and each to the other had become a more pretense, until, finally, the bold issues of family considerations set in, together with other hardships, had been the consequences, until today we have but a shattered recollection of "what might have been." When we consider the fact that our company so constantly besieged by petitioners, we can be pleased features of domestic life, we can but ask ourselves the question, "what does it pay to gain the whole world and lose your life, when the final results are sounded and the situation up time has come, perhaps in the balance, if we are honest in our calculations, we will find that many of our domestic adventures Ernest Hogan often told me of his many adversities, also of how, when and where he first came in contact with Will and Walker, and much of their adversities, so suiciduous, so thoroughly convinced that in those days, when ten pennies bought for both a "mincess" ple, when one ham sandwich was a steak or two, and when you could eat it, you were in danger of being either their shirt hanging on the line—those were the helian days! Brothers never stuck closer together, sweethearts were never more loyal to one another, and sisters were more loyal to each other and sad tale of sorrow and sadness only found them tight and tighter together. As friends, husbands, brothers or wives, they were but one. To hit either meant to be a man, to be a woman, and in misery, in poverty and in pain, sticking, yes, tighter than glue, and with that sturdy, unswerving bulldog tenacity they hung on and on together till at last, perhaps, they were stung by cupid and the altar of speculation and uncertainty. That little humble, non-pretentious, eco, which, heretofore, had made ample provision for two, was now insufficient. The carelessness of this house, which had no other place to put it till 'twas spent for ple, was cast to the awnds. The ever-filling, unhelpful, and the one loyal shirt that had held them up, was probably made a bold social adventure were now no more. Defying, as they did, the oldadize that mother used to teach of "Don't give you a good deal," and "I'm new." But the scenes had changed for the situation, the more different, and the secrets that had heretofore been confided in but two must not have been revealed to four. The laws of the universe, the whole world, the right to pry into the affairs of her husband, if she so desires, believing that when a husband takes into himself a wife that is or should be fully capable of knowing the world, the personal and private affairs to confide in her own life are a wife cannot mean a husband good when she seeks to tear down in one day what too is the husband fears to build up. Yet women are so so active, and the most, an antonistic and selfish to a fault, vain in almost every competitive understanding, and deceitful beyond considering the need of the country day-day, and the need of the building over the petty objections of women, and what are the results? When the guns dined and the death-dealing battle smoke free, good in that general's heart, the one among the killed or wounded are save the husbands. Then the dead are but a moment the suing, the pre-possibility, for when the dredge of gossip sets in some alone is the decofo That Walker was the frains of this that Walker sure gets his question, and unless you have come with the various phases of the Negro theatrical you can have no conception of the great responsiples places such a person, a great person, through it, there is not one person who can consel- entiously say that Walker was ever other than Walker, and that he have had any such experience at all in this line will agree with me that to be a business man and a gentleman in the matrical business is almost an impossible colored stars who was constantly trying to open new and greater fields for the colored performer—always hiring and training many together as was in his power, giving each of them showing what he could do, and always having a smile, a pleasant word and good humor, giving at all times a bit of cheer where he was ever ready to intercede and demand wherever there was a possibility of advancement; but the man wasn't iron, and had many troubles of his own, some of which he will, no doubt, carry to his grave. That the theatrical world has missed Ernest Hogan, so does it also miss a liker, and I will miss Bob Cole when he was here, and has fought a noble battle, and while they are unquestionably an honor to their profession, they are certainly a credit to their race. On the other hand, Bert Willis comedian and the world has ever known, dealing, as he does, with the old original ignorant darkey, who has always been a comedian, and his assessment to the more up-to-date generation. Bob Cole is just as great a comedian as Bert Williams, for the simple reason that his work is aside and entirely away from his comedians. He is far reaching, more versatile and certainly more of today and tomorrow, which naturally call for more mental and physical conception. In other words, you've got to be a comedian before you can laugh at him, and you laugh at Williams before he does anything. Williams has no business brains, and for that reason can not afford to be too independent. He showed this last season, when he wrote a textbook on engagement alone, whereby he could have given more consideration to his former friend and partner, and possibly have made it possible for them to come out this season. But he is not loyal to the worth, at least, of Walker. But in his wild rush for all the glory he has staggered out upon the field of public opinion, taking a most daring opportunity at wrestling the laurels from his himself monarch of all his surveys. But it is a mistake and we sincerely hope that Williams will see it before its too late. He has certainly added nothing to his reputation, but he is Kole', a second-class third rate company, but has rather shown conclusively that the hand of Walker played a much greater part in the construction of their previous successes than was ever credited to him. We all know the sterling worth of Jesse Shipa as a playwright and promoter, and even the "deliverer." If allowed, as "free-lance," but Rogers (?) I dare say you'd have to sharpen your pencil to a queen's taste and to sure you can play the role. "He kobi-hi" "give him a playwright or an actor. The chances are, then, that he'd be excess baggage at any figuring. I've seen nothing great that Jesse Shipa did in back in 1900, when he was then the chief pencil pusher for "Howard's American Magazine," a colored periodical that that he wrote. This season, in this season that Williams and Walker appeared in "The Policy Players," hence, my first discovery of Alex, Rogers. This is a exceptionally bad singer, a very same singer as he uses, a very rusty scholar. We claim that in many instances appearance is everything—this is one of those instances, a Walker has a very extensive wardrobe. This was simply an expressed opinion of Roger's idea of Mr. Walker, and the devil only knows what his silent considerations were, yet when we understand that Roger was afterward to take into the executive department of the affairs of Williams and Walker and allowed to direct and re-direct, with such a feeling down deep within his heart, you can then have a slight idea of some of the troubles of Walker. For the first time, we may feel that the organization, corporation or combination of the two, and the long enough to be understood that has tolerated for a moment a member of that "rule or ruin" type, and now that "Mr. Lode O'Kole" has been both ruled and ruined, after it closes its season in Brooklyn this week, let us hope. Ber. William Stamton, who has times away from in me chistopolistic atmosphere, and in some recluse bungalow stop! look! and listen! and, perhaps, he may hear the winds of popular opinion telling him to beware: then, in the solace of his silent considerations, we hope, are we always outgoes that he will have, he considered those days of the "thin dime," those days of the "mincess" take, those days of the "ham sandwich" and the "one shirt," and, if from a business standpoint, he should find it too late to consider Walker, then strike out only the two. Will we have as well that you are thus with us in our best hopes for Mr. Walker. DES MOINES, IA. Special to THE FREEMAN Mrs. Wm. Woods, $34 Eleventh street, has returned to Moberly, Mo. where she was summoned to attend the funeral of her mother, Mrs. Collins. Mrs. Jas. of the family, for the first time on Tuesday evening to be with her sister, who is all on last Friday evening a very interesting program was rendered at the Burns M. E. Church, under the auspices of Club N. No. 1. The news of the present was not even Moines Negro, Lyceum met on Tuesday evening with Miss Estella Wilburn. A very interesting debate was discussed. The subject was, Resolved, That the legal pro- The law was not being done for humanity than the medical profession. The affirmative speakers were Attorney and the legal and the law were the first of the people. A. W. Hoke and John Williams. The "Knights of Pythias" will have their annual sermon preached at the Corinthian Baptist Church by the Rev. T. L. Griffith. A. Re-abandoned of all city, preached very interesting sermon at St. Paul's A. M. E. Church, on last Sunday evening. He will preach at Rev. Griffith's on Monday evening. The new meeting was held on the past six weeks, returned to her home in Kevetsville, Mo. Sunday morning has Mrs. Davis. of West Second street has a for-sale and not improving as rapidly as her many friends would desire to see. Tom Bass of Mexico, Mo. was in the city last week to make arrangements for the disposition of some of the people. Fort Des Molines, ... Miss Edith Conley has returned from Webster City, where she responded to a telegram stating that her grandmother was seriously ill. ... Rev. Daniel, of St. Paul's A. M. E. Church, is preparing to attend the revival meetings in the war tupus. WE HAVE ALL SEEN SORE HEADS AND CRANKS WE HAVE ALL SEEN SORE HEADS AND CRANKS On the old woman order before now. Tell 'em to come to my face and make their objections and criticism. Jack Johnson, Mgr. World's Colored Champions, Kansas City, Mo. WANTED! Trombone and Cornet players for Howe's Great London Shows. Others write, State all in first letter. Opens soon in or near Jacksonville, Fla. Boozers save stamps. E. N. WITT, Richmond, Mo. J.E. Adams Wants A few more people to fill out Band and Minstrel Show for the John H Sparks World's Famous Circus. People to double band or stage. Salaries must be low, but they are SURE. Treatment first class. Easy work. State what you can do in first letter. Show opens April 1. Boozers & kickers save stamps. LOWERY & MORGAN'S MINSTRELS! TOMLINSON HALL! ONE NIGHT ONLY Monday, March 14. 25 FUNNY COLORED PEOPLE 25 The following well known Stars are included: The Beechums, The Garlands, Junk Edwards, Miss Carrie Gilbert and Prof. Antone Victor's Celebrated Orchestra—Featuring the Undisputed World's Greatest Cornetist, Grand Ball After Show. Tickets on Sale at Freeman Office. If you haven't got it it get it at once, the latest Coon craze success entitled, "A Stalling Coon," by Bert Davies and Harry McHall. Price 25 cents. Address Invalid, Westgard's music store, Duluth, Minn. Free per prostration to professionals sending late prostration to professionals and McHall's Office, No. 1221 Fourth St., Superior, Wis. S. H. DUDLEY—In "Hs Honor, the Barber"; Wheelinp, W. 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Treatment first class. you can do in first letter. ers & kickers save stamps. 105 North 13th St. St. Louis, Mo. MORGAN'S THE STAGE 6 HAVE YOU HEARD THE LATEST ABOUT BOB WHITE'S DARK TOWN SWELL MINSTRELS? This question is being asked all over the South. This big spectacular minstrel is appealing to lovers of the musical in more ways than one. It is dazzlingly gorgeous to the sight, enchanting to the ear. It is a masterpiece before, Master William Fountroy makes the grown-ups as well as the children love him, and Mrs. Estella White, who in her adventures through the various beautiful landscapes of the world much interest and excitement as possible, Fred Regis is a comedian of class. When you think you have laughed enough at the first part and are exhausted, along comes Happy Tom Coles, and you start all over with the German shakes the stage with his lion bass. Manie Eurus is here, making good. THE DIXIE MINSTRELS A very bad winter in the South, but the Harrison Brothers' Dixie Minstrels have been playing to S. R. O. Prof. Willie Timmons, our sire band leader, is well known for his concerts and his daily concerts are attended by hundreds of auditors who know real music when they hear it, and our little band is known for its music. Jesse Henderson's "Georgia Wedding" has made a hit over the whole South, and it's a screamer from start to finish. All the boys send regards to George B. Rhone and say write, cure of THE FREEMAN. Messrs. Timmons and his acts, and will be seen soon in vaudeville. These two boys are advancing fast in the profession, and if onward step is kept up, the ladder called Fame, D. W. Batsell sends regard to Ferdinand and Jeffries and John Wilson, and says write. Mrs. Effe Moore sends regard to Thomas Hicks and John Wilson, and says write. D. W. Batsell sends regard to Eugene Duton. THE HARRISON BROTHERS' DIXIE MINSTRELS. They are still playing to full houses, headed by Brown, English, Ward and Singleton, and their funny sayings and jokes. Their big wedding act is a scream, headed by Mrs. Raymond Wallburg, Richard M. Brown and Jess Henderson, Miss May Turner, and coming soubrettes. Miss Effie Moore, the leading lady, is receiving from three to four people, and have Prince Wamego, the Hindoo physical cultist and Oriental magician, with them, and he keeps everybody guessing; and as for tricks, he is a coming Kellar, and he is well liked by the entire company. Singleton is receiving encores nightly with his big song hit, "I Think I See My Father." He is tearing the house down by storms in his monologue. Brown and Ward are the real guys when they make their appearance in the show, and doing fine. The band leader, Willit Timmons, sends regards to George Rhone, late Company and would like to hear from him. Segards to all in and out of the profession. ARCADE THEATER, ATLANTA, GA. Air. Ship Webb, stage manager, has staged a minstrel first part with which the people were very much pleased. Mr. Air Ship and Mr. Wiggins played the extreme ends, while Mr. and Mrs. Kersands closed the first part. We have with us one of the cleverest buck dancers ever seen, little Carrie Hote. Also: Malloy, Redmonds and Franklin, the most active called " No Mool Sloong " rolling around for Me. They are taking two and three encores every night. They are followed by Wiggins and Wiggins, who have them laughing from the time they hit the stage until they leave. They are clever dancers, good singers and hard workers, and would like to hear from the other members. Billy Kersans, his monologue, "You Sent for Me That's Why. I'm Here"—a grand reception as soon as the orchestra plays his introduction. Then follows Mr. B. E. Edwards with his great tenor voice, singing one of his own songs, "Meet Me To-night." Mr. Air Ship staged one of his own acts, assisted by Miss Petrona Lazzo and B. E. Edwards, and the other them away, screening the唱er and Miss P. Jazz, who's like to hear from the Two Johnsons. Mr. E. Butler and Julius McGrau would like to hear from Sam Davis. ALLEN & ALLEN AT THE AIR DOME JACKSONVILLE, FLA. but colored theaters and parks. Would like to hear from all the people who were with Allen's Troubadours the season of 2013, or would like to hear about March 25, so managers of all colored theaters and park write at once, for our show is a drawing card for any theater or park. Keep your eyes open for all colored theaters. Keep your eyes open at once from Father Gibson, James McCoy, E. H. Davis, Will Owens, Cox and Cox. Write at once. Regards to all the people who attended the address G. W. Allen, Air Dome Theater, Bridge street, Jacksonville, Fla. WHITNEW MUSICAL COMEDY CO Review by Comedian Tim. Everything happens for the best, and I really believe it, most especially in the case of the Whitney Musical Comedy Co. Why do I say it? Because had not the company today touring the state of Indiana, in the way that it did we not doubt, today could not look with pride upon the Whitney Company, but we find this company today touring the state of Indiana, night to a week-stand, only is this company acting, singing and dancing in these towns, but they are pleasing the public, packing the houses and getting the money. Did I say we can look with pride in this company? Yes, Why? Do we not find Whitney, in the hardest part of a theatrical year (financially), moving along day after day, week after week, himself—manager and advance agent. To most theatrical troupes playing this season of the year, with a company of twenty four coping with it, would host hotels, a theater, or would make financial suicide, but to Whitney, No! Why? Because he has the goods. The Whitney Musical Comedy Company shows a show business, from the fact it is a repertory of musical comedies, giving its patrons on each week stand a new show nightly in music, song, comedy, scenery, and music. He also plays a play being written by S. Tutt Whitney himself, while his brother, J. Homer Tutt, assists in writing the lyrics—each play is his own personal direction. ney's own personal direction. The music is composed by T. L. Corwell, not only a thorough musician, but a manager of the Whitney Musical Comedy Company as far as seeing one, too. That is why I say we can and should look with pride upon this company of sweet singers, dexterous dancers, real actors and comedians, headed by Salem Tutt Whitney and J. Hunt Tutt. The Whitney company is making a place in the hearts of the theater-goers throughout the old Hoosier state, as well as a pathway for those of our race who follow in a business of the same nature. February 25th was a lucky day for the writer, most especially when one has the opportunity to meet only Elwood C. Knox, the congenial manager of THE FREEMAN. So it was on the 25th L. as a guest of Mr. Knox, on the 25th M. as a guest of Mr. Whitney, to see the Whitney Company in action. However, on our arrival in the city of Shelbyville, we were met by Mr. Whitney, the writer of the book, Knox and the writer pertake of a light luncheon before show time. But the luncheon was light in name only, as the vintage from the culinary department, and I could tell each time the waiter would enter with a different dish that Mr. Whitney would take. The way his everyday smile would brighten up—not saying anything about Whitney and the rest of us, there being a coterie beautiful young ladies at the table also. After luncheon, if one would call it that—but I call it a good old-fashioned made our way to the woods for our home—no sooner reached the lobby when Mr. Knox was gretted with a hearty welcome and hand-shake, not only by Mr. Corp. the manager of the Wiley Company, Mr. Friday the thirtieth, and resident manager. Naturally, I stopped to listen to the conversation between these three gentlemen while Mr. Knox was gretting. I part in the evening's entertainment. While I stood listing I overheard Mr. Friday tell Mr. Knox that the Whitney Company had not only pleased the three of his associates with their attractions that had played there this season, but that they had drew a larger house nightly than any other repertoire to his knowledge, and he would play the music of his favorite song he could get them. At that moment I heard the strains of the opening overture, so as not to miss anything. I left Mr. Knox, and the pail still coogged. The overture is over up the curtain, and I see a chorus of beautiful girls, ten in number, that can sing and sing. In fact, they were all that dazzled me, and I could make them. The play offered was the "Star of Zanzibar." I will not say this show was the best I ever seen, but it was the best being the poorest. The star of Zanzibar was easy worth the "price of admission. The story of the play tells of one Sam Slick (J. Homer Tutt) trying to emigrate the colored folks of America to some new port of Africa, and to do this he needs a help. He helps in the play (Salm Tutt Whitney). Amos decides to undertake the trip, and in some way he finds an old tin star, which he wears on his breast. Much to his surprise, as well as Slick's when they arrive in Africa he sees a man with a hat, whom they had been taught would come from some foreign land wearing a star on his breast, and thus being taken for a king he he saves his friends from being taken by the huns. The book by Whitney, the music by T. R. Corwell. The music is bright and tuneful, fitting the nonsense plot of the play. act first is filled with funny situations, and the acting of the same by Mr. Whitney, the musician, is the first act of the musical numbers of act first are "Away to Zanibar," by company; "Back to Cincinnati," by Sank Simms (an old song), "Back to Cincinnati," did it, it was new); "Q, My Simms did it," by Maybele Brown, assisted by the Dixies Quartette, and I must say I never seen or heard any thing better. "J Aaint Going to Noah," for the Follies, being the singing was a hit. A coon behind the Mabel Dehearde was pleasing. "A Wankee Doodle Coon," by J. Homer Tutt, makes him the Beaubumel of stove since the days of George Walker. A little March song by Miss Marshall was well known, the first act ended by the street scene close to one with up-to-date, refined vaudeville. Will Bynard, in a piano specialty, I must say different from any I ever heard the Taylor, in a banjo and cornet selected in the early ordinary; Mable Dehearde, in a singing and dancing specialty of class, and class, too, what I mean; The Dixie Quartette in seven pleasing numbers, the members J. J. Jackson, J. H. S. Frank Jackson and James Noodson. A quartette of such singers cannot help but good, the vaudeville billowing Salem Fult. the vaudeville pany in a one act playlet, "The Darktown School Master," and a laugh overtakes all smiles for Whitney in this. Good, the orchestra played a pleasing selection and the curtain was raised for the second act. Act second opened with a jungle song that merriment broke loose, and if ever I seen an audience laughed it was Whit- THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. [Portrait of a man in a suit, seated in a chair, with a serious expression.] HENCE BROOKINS, Prop. of Hence's Hotel and Bar, 210 Washington St., Seattle, Wash. Hence Brookins, the sole proprietor of Hence's Hotel and Bar, located at 210 Washington Street, Seattle, Wash. A newly furnished hotel and bar. The finest equipped place this side Chicago. Brand new. Bar fixtures. Bar furniture. The bar is comfortably heated by steam. Electric bells in each room running to and from the bar. A nice cafe. Pool and billiard hall. Polite bar boys, waiters, and all special brands of wines, liquors and cigars in connection. Good music from 7 p. m. until 7 a. m. each evening. It also solicit the patronage of each and every performer. The bar is located in the heart of the city, right near the Makenzie Theater, five minutes walk to Pantages Theater, two blocks of the Union Depot. Take car in one-half block of Hence's to any part of the city. So, should you chance to visit Seattle, don't fail to give me a call. You will find Ceclaiand the housekeeper courteous and obliging. The manager of the buffet, is a jolly good fellow, and always ready to entertain his customers. ney's auditors. Laugh is hardly the word to use in describing what Whitney elicited from the time he made his first entrance to his last; convulsion would be better by Whitney and chorus was a laugh getter. Doboman queen song by Whitney and Nettie Taylor was good. This, the second and last act, closed with a song, Stars and Stripes Forever, after Whitney and chorus marched after a three hours' show of solid fun and amusement. The audience hated to leave from the palace of music, song and comedy. I would say much more had I ever seen a dance. I love dancers and comedians like the Whitney Musical Comedy Company, although I will add, should the Whitney Musical Comedy Company play your city don't fall to see one of America's tunes and sit on comedian's playing board and dance—the one Salem Tutt Whitney. THE MEANING OF VARDAMAN'S DEFEAT The legislature of the state of Mississippi does not sonction the views of ex-governor James K. Vardaman, and has refused to commission him to represent the state in the Senate of the United States, where he was so anxious to go and officiate as one of the states of the country. The question which that august body of statesmen from every part of the country has often before it for deliberate adjustment. Mr. Vardaman cannot say that he was not given every chance to convince the chosen representatives of the people of Mississippi that he could serve the state better than any of the other candidates that he is true, and only is to the chance he had before the legislature, during the six weeks before the choice of the right man was decided upon and made by the members of that assembly, but also as to the patience the people had with him in his speeches on the lecture platform, and in the circulation of his weekly paper. The Issue, during all the time since he was defied in the Mississippi senatorial primary election by Hon. John Sharn No man ever worked more diligently for a coveted honor at the hands of his wife, Vandaman, than during the past several years to become their representative in the Senate of the United States, and, although he used every cunning speech known by those who knew him, he was not so proficient to win, he has been defeated, yes, turned down, humiliated and put in his place and compelled to seek an honest living, and he was defeated by a man than drawing pup from the public crib, which he has such an unquenchable hankering for. The Vandaman was defeated as he ought to have been defeated by a man who stands for loftier ideals than he does; he was defeated as he ought to have been defeated to save Mississippi from the fate of the man like Mr. Vandaman as its representative in a body of men who represent and personify the spirit of the best side of life and thought of the American people. Mr. Vandaman is a very narrow-minded man, and would be out of place in a body of men like that of which the United States Senate is, and should be composed to be neither by nature or by training, to build a coarse and cunning, like the ordinary leader in a tribe of Indians, who builds nothing for himself nor for his tribe, but who is always ready to cause an attack on the husbandry of a peaceful neighbor. He is a man of great ideals of national life, and the best thing that his more thoughtful fellowmen could have done for him was to put him in his place, let him work his field and teach his children the other "red necks" are doing as they have just done by turning him down once more. The meaning of Mr. Vardaman's defeat is that the thoughtful people of Mississippi have come to the conclusion that it is for them that the hope and aims of all such narrow-minded men as Mr. Vardaman. They realize that makes them appear to be the eyes of the people of Mississippi. Vardaman to go on, as he has been doing, pretending that the people of Mississippi believe that the state can never take its place in the Union until the XIVth and XYth amendments to the Federal Constitution have been repealed, and they have very properly made up their minds to set themselves apart from those who though they gave Mr. Vardaman all the chance he could ask for with which to secure their consent to represent them, he could not obtain this consent if he had not been trying to do so, for they don't view things as Mr. Vardaman does and never it. It means that they have made up their minds to put a stop to the play of the demagogues in the state—those unscrupulous politicians who thrive in the profession of politics by stirring up race and out regard for the harm this devilty does to the economic interests of the commonwealth. The vitilvity Mr. Vardaman has been a great and most notorious chief- tain, doing more to demoralize industrial pursuits and to destroy confidence in husbandry among the agricultural tollers in the South, and in the demagogues in the South. In places where, before he began his malicious preachments of ill-will, there was pleasure and joy in his work, today there is distrust and vexations feelings of antipathy, and hardly any way in which the white and Negro races in the South are involved and follow citizens in Mississippi. Indeed, it is pretty generally believed that Mr. Vardaman is largely responsible for most of the terrible antagonism existing between the races throughout the South today. Things that the whites had no reason to think about, much less to fear from the Negro people, Mr. Vardaman would, in his mischievous mind, imagine as possible and cunningly work into gaunt specters of imminent dangers and menaces to accomplish the ulterior, selfish objects of his political advancement. There was never any complaint on the part of the whites which Mr. Vardaman did not himself first originate, and then put it in the mouths of those who complained about the Negro afterward. What Mr. Vardaman lectured against and stirred up ill-feelings about have always been spooks and hobgobbins of his own melicious creation. In his defeat let him pity himself, for he deserves defeat and a long retirement in which to repent for many sins he has committed. The Negro people all over the land are glad that he has been put into his place, and their fervent prayer is that his retirement may be permanent. AN INJUSTICE TO THE LATE J. ED GREEN. By One of Our Critics. In justice to a successful life, and for the benefit of those who might judge according to the words of a few of the most famous, a few facts. I might state to begin, with that while my partner and Andrey Lyles have written but little ourselves, we have been fortunate enough to have contact with the most writers of our race. If I am not mistaken, it has given us a better opportunity to know the real facts concerning Negro critic who makes a hobby of stepping beyond the bounds of a dramatic critic and gives vent to his personal feelings. I have a philosophy of the readers for attempting to answer a man who is so bigoted, and not recognized by the aspiring showman, and is least thought of, one who has reached the top; and for this reason I contributed a meal, or a dollar or so, for a write up by Mr. Russell, and thinks his writings are true. I would say that the "Shoo-Fly Regiment" are similar due. They are both military plays, but this fact does not signify that one was stolen from the other. We will admit this, and must refrain from writing all writers now, lest they be accused of theft or piracy. Capt. Rufus was written in 1994 for the Black Patti show, and Mr. Green was written in 1995 for the principal character for Mr. Robt. Kelly was written to star the same the following season, but, owing to the management not being willing to launch a musical comedy, following the success of starring Capt. Rufus, Weber and Rush put him out in "Queen of the Jungles," and Mr. Green was engaged to stage the musical, the manuscript of Capt. Rufus, dated and the possession of Mr. Kelly, was laid aside, and the only change made in the original manuscript was to change the comedy to a musical. Weber joined the star of the Fekin Stock Company. Now, as to when the Shoo-Fly Regiment was written, you'll have to ask Mr. Green. Rufus before it was produced, so that the same same same channel. Play was produced first. Mr. Green's play was written before Mr. Cole's was produced, so why accuse him? It is simply a case of two men's minds working in the same channel. Mr. Green had practically no do with the musical end of Capt. Rufus. There are a few things a man should learn who wishes to style himself a critic. In the first place, comparisons are rational and is together unbecomer to compare the living and the living and for Mr. Russell, who styles himself our foremost critic, to refer to Mr. Green's financial conditions during his illness, of which he knew nothing. I will try and enlighten him, and the follow-acts can be verified by any one named: To begin with, Mr. Geo, Liebart, of the banking house of V. H. Bowers and A. H. Bowers, assisted aside $15 each week for Mr. Green during his illness. Money was forwarded each week by his wife, and, together with this, Mr. Green, also assisted by Masons, Elks and K. of P. and I would here state that when Mr. Green departed the physician, who account with his attending physician, who friend and attended to all his business, and whom I understand has a case pending that will net the widow and son $600,000. Now another responsibility the self-styled critic shoulders was the proposed benefit for the theater to which Mr. Green was opposed, even if Mr. Motts had been kind enough to place at his disposal. If it had been the theater, then were the theaters in Chicago offered for the purpose. Thanking you for your space, I am THE-FREEMAN IN LONDON, ENG Copies of The Freeman can be secured in London, Eng., at Daw's Steamship Agency, 17 Green street, Charing Cross Road, W. C. EAT AT SAMUEL E. GRAY'S 226 Indiana Avenue, when in Indianapolis. Special rates to the Theatrical Profession. Op osite The Freeman Office. Vaudeville Act! Now released. "A Bargain Day in Africa." a real novel act. Also "Her Tramping Husband." Address SIMS & HARRIS, 412 S. Dearborn St., Mobile, Ala. WAN Forty performers—Florida Blossom Co.—Male & S. Performers whose application were not to will carry a two car show this season. Contract gins rehearsing March 15 at Macon, Ga. Address WAN For the T. J. Culligan's Jolly Jubilee Singer. Ladies send photos; will be at T. J. Culligan, Prop.; Horace George, M. WAN To rent a first class piano player for fifteen five days each year, we never close. On eight and under eighty years of age, men long, fat or thin, black, brown, yellow or soft, sweet or sour, sick or well, mean you must deliver the goods. Your salary here will be $12.50 per of each and every week at 12 o'clock and Now write what you can and will do. useful people, male or female, at all time permanent home here; good salary and but big-mouth, side-walk, sure enough low down clubs and dives, who want to give to their cousins and other folks, we We work colored people only and work to work on; have two of the finest theaters in the Address Frank McKenzie, Palace Theatre, 514 Houston, Texas. Barton- (INCORPORATION) Will offer the following Colored art the personal direction S. H. B. "HIS HONOR, T. Supported by "The Smart Set" Barton & ALL STAR REAL N 40—Of America's Forem The Smart Set WITH Salem Tutt Whitney 30—PEE GEORGE WASHING A few vacancies yet for good people. S. H. D. Main Office 1558 Broadway "His Honor The B INTED! From Co—Male and female musicians who double B. & O. or B. & O. were not answered, write again. there were reasons Weason. Contract jumpers and boozers save stamps. Show beacon, Ga. Address Douglars & Worthey. 361 4th St. Macon, Ga. INTED! Only Jubilee Singers, soprano, contralto, bass and tenor; will be returned. Address care The Freeman. George, Mgr. Chas. Rue, Butler Webster write. INTED! Player for fifty two weeks or three hundred and sixty-one year. Our requirements are, you must be over 40 of age, male or female, married or single, short or own, yellow or chocolate, good looking or ugly, hard or well, mean or good, doing fine or in hard luck, but we are $12.50 per week; you will draw that on Monday 2 o'clock and at no other time, and you will get it and do. Do not misrepresent. We can use good, at all times. Good performers will find a good salary and regular work. Trap drummer write; are enough performers that hang around saloons and who want to draw their wives' salary in advance to their folks, will give this town a hard name and work to colored people only, and have 50,000 of them here at theaters in the South. I am the only white man on the job. Theatre, 514 Milam St., or the People's Theatre, 211 Milam St. On-Wiswell, (INCORPORATED) Gled Colored attractions the coming season under general direction of S. H. Dudley: S. H. Dudley IN— NOR, THE BARBER," Smart Set" Eastern. 50—People—50 Berton & Wiswell's REAL NEGRO MINSTRELS. America's Foremost Negro Minstrels—40 Smart Set—(Southern) WITH Whitney and Homer Tutt. 30—People—30 WASHINGTON BULLION. Good people. Address H. DUDLEY, Broadway, New York City, or care of honor The Barber," as per route. WANTED! Forty performers—Florida Blossom Co—Male and female musicians who double B. & O. or B. & S. Performers whose application were not answered, write again, there were reasons. We will carry a two car show this season. Contract jumpers and boozers save stamps. Show begins rehearsing March 15. at Macon, Ga. Address Douglars & Worthey. 361 4th St. Macon, Ga. WANTED! For the T. J. Culligan's Jolly Jubilee Singers, soprano, contralto, bass and tenor singers. Ladies send photos; will be returned. Address care The Freeman. T. J. Culligan, Prop.; Horace George, Mgr. Chas. Rue, Butler Webster write. To rent a first class piano player for fifty two weeks or three hundred and sixty-five days each year, we never close. Our requirements are, you must be over eight and under eighty years of age, male or female, married or single, short or long, fat or thin, black, brown, yellow or chocolate, good looking or ugly, hard or soft, sweet or sour, sick or well, mean or good, doing fine or in hard luck, but you must deliver the goods. Your salary here will be $12.50 per week; you will draw that on Monday of each and every week at 12 o'clock and at no other time, and you will get it. Now write what you can and will do. Do not misrepresent. We can use good useful people, male or female, at all times. Good performers will find a good, permanent home here; good salary and regular work. Trap drummer write; but big-mouth, side-walk, sure enough performers that hang around saloons and low down clubs and dives, who want to draw their wives' salary in advance to give to their cousins and other folks, will give this town a hard name. We work colored people only and work to colored people only, and have 50,000 of them here to write poems two of the finest theaters in the South. I am the only white man on the job Address Frank McKenzie, Palace Theatre, 514 Milam St. or the People's Theatre, 211 Milam St. Houston, Texas. (INCORPORATED) Will offer the following Colored attractions the coming season under the personal direction of S. H. Dudley: S. H. Dudley IN "HIS HONOR, THE BARBER," Supported by "The Smart Set" Eastern. 50—People—50 Barton & Wiswell's ALL STAR REAL NEGRO MINSTRELS. 40—Of America's Foremost Negro Minstrels—40 The Smart Set—(Southern) WITH Salem Tutt Whitney and Homer Tutt. 30—People—30 IN GEORGE WASHINGTON BULLION. A few vacancies yet for good people. 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THE WM FOSTER MUSIC WANTED Two strong clarinet players for the Billy Kersands Minstrels. E. B Dudley, 521 Bridge St. Jacksonville, Fla. Inside and Outside VAUDEVILLE ACTS. Must be First Class Independent Booking Concessions for Sale. Colored population 35,000. Only exclu- sive colored park in the county. Opens March 28th. DIXIE PARK COMPANY, Mobile, Alabama. In the Field of Sport. THE PASSING OF BATTLING NELSON. Rv. Jackson J. Stovall. When the sun sank behind the western horizon in the Golden State of California on George Washington's birthday, a new champion was born: one Nelson, two battle-searches, one hundred or one hundred, and three, relinquished the title of more legendary champion to Ad Wolgast of Caldwell Mich. The body brushed literally into the water, the body brushed besame with blood and practically on the verse of collapse, yet the dominating of the durable Dane was unconquered. A moment after the encounter, Nelson found, referenced Smith seeing that Nelson was hopelessly seated the bout and held Wolgast blood-soaked glove aloft im token victory, while Nelson begged pitifully to be allowed to continue the unequal strongest of all, Nelson's pugilistic career he had and defeated the best men in his class, including Jimmy McGee, Joe Young, Aurelia Heuera, and Joe Ganser. The latter he won the lighthearted title from July 4, 1908. Nelson never showed good form in short bouts, but was conceived by many to be brutal, his overt mannequin route, before his death. The question now arises, can Nelson come back? In answer, say, never. The old adage is, "Wear a suit, proven conclusively in that manner." Thirteen years of wear and tear of hard training, together with the punishment he has faced, has hardened the Dane to retrograde, reinforced has been since John L. Sullivan champion at New Orleans a hard matter to continue as champion that his Among the challengers of the new champion was Joe Gans, the "Old Master." Gans agreed match, and wager $5,000 on the side. Wolgast's manager has drawn the color line. From the first game, things in the pugilist's mind present, Wolgast bids fair to remain champion for several years, when old age lowers the colors of Jack Johnson, pugilist of the last of the colored champions. It is doubtful if a Negro fighter will ever be given the opportunity to battle against championship title winner of pugilism. WILL JACK JOHNSON LAY DOWN? By S. Tutt Whitney. Will Jack Johnson lay down to James J. Jeffries in their coming championship battle July 47 is a question that is being asked by the media, because of a faking, nor has Jack Johnson a reputation for shady work. The question is what the man stands, going on to say, the world as a whole, has a little more than an even break on retaining the championship, in which event he will win a lot of other pizzas attained. He will be the idol of ten millions of colored people and recognized throughout the world as the great There will be no foeman worthy to question his prowess until age or dissipation roles him of his vitality. True, there are enough gamblers unprovoked to offer a chance to join for Johnson to lose the game would be a party to any such transaction, even if they knew Jack had a catch on winning. Should such a deal be construed as a bet, the party, it would kill the game forever. It is true that though Johnson should lose to Jeffries he will still be the best next man in the work. Jeffries would unprovoked to lose the game, saving Johnson again the possessor of the title. The winner of the fight will have the Lion's share of the gate receipts, a percentage from the pictures and a lucrative income from these will undoubtedly be far in excess of any money that a few "sure thing" gamblers will be willing to put up. A safe bet, despite what the Hon. John L. says, that the fight next July will be on Prize fighting, with a legitimate sport, body ranks with the high arts and sciences. It is foolish to expect Jack Johnson to be a Booker T. Washington or a jacket of culture and art. He is not the light, his every act is needed, purposely misconstrued and exaggerated. Jack is a really good fellow, a bully, and his errors of deportment are more the caprices of an overweight school girl than a named sinner that Jack wins. THE FAVORITE WON FROM "THE NAYGUR." A Prizefight Referee Who Saw His Duty and Done It. BY JOHN L. FOOTSLUG. In a sporting resort in a large city in New York a popular tourist hotel was filled with clever color prizegather. The Irishman was a red-hot favorite and his Irish friends bet in a large way that he would whip his hat in Irishman, and when in the first round the Negro reached the Irishman's jaw and the laters head thumped the boards with a contest, the following monologue by the interview as he stood over the fallen favorite counting the seconds, took place. "In an undertone his grasp compelled him, get out of that." Are yez gain" to let this black son of Ham say he knocked yez out?" ("Wirrish, man, can't yez raise yours? What I'm tellin'? Come on, get up!") "Three?" ("For the sake of your fathers that banged on many a field, get up and shake his grimin' at yez." "Four?" ("An, sure, are yez gain" to lie there sapin while this limb of satan take the money? Get up, I say, after I call you." This sort of entreatty continued until, she retrete lingered on the final count, and she fell back on his feet, swung wildly at the unguarded Nga and frowned him over unexpectedly. She turned to the sprout, to the prostrate colorful man, who though dug and very weak, was wildly struggling to regain his feet, and counted: "be ye! You're not my payguy." UNITED STATES LEAGUE. By HARRY DANIELS Andy Lawson plans to have colored baseball wonders on the teams in his new organized United States Baseball League. Does that foreshadowing of this country in the baseball circles of this country? For years now since the tremendous rise of the game, colored players have been foundational by an organized sport promoters. Skillful diamond performers have been forced to independent teams, making money in catering to the youth. Night, were it not for the peculiar shade that their skin, be rolling in the wealth that ties them to their white brethren in the major league teams journeying to Cuba have discovered that the crack colored teams of the island have been too much for Mendoza, a wonderful man with a occasion. Tipped up to Charlie Bancroft, of the team and was about to join the Cincinnati when it was discovered that he was a N.Y. There are several other colored players shown so much class in Cuba in the past. We have considered them the equal of white players of the same position. Lloyd of Foster, the player of the same position, and Lloyd Hill have shown such class. Grant Johnson, the mighty pile-driver of Royal players, so ban MacCllan, the peer of the colored player of the same position, and others worth mentioning as equals of the players. Rube Foster, owner of this team, and Giants no doubt would be the greatest players. or any big league if given a chance. A Chicago paper had a whole page about Foster and compared him as follows: Foster, Rustie, the cunning and skill of Cy Young, the nerve and staying powers of Matthewson and the greatest pitcher ever seen by fair-minded followers of Billy Matthews, once a star shortstop and end at Harvard, has sufficient class to shine both in the field and at the bat on many a major league team. Instead, he has the fast team at Salem during the summer, because he cannot break into organized baseball with a couple of cleavers. If Andy Lawson's new league makes good Billy says it will with any decent break in the league, but promoters of the organized game have to give heed to many of those dark-skinned brethren who can wallop the ball with the ball. The fans are interested in baseball. They applaud plays whenever made, irrespective of those who make them. Is there any reason to suppose that because they will not be applauded for a good play? With colored players making a success of it in the United States League, I look for changes in the opinions of many who have played baseball. I look for baseball. If colored players make good and show equal skill with their white companions, why is it not to be assumed that the day is not far distant when they are holding down jobs in the major leagues? The Cuban Star Baseball Association, of Havana, Cuba, under which name the pick of the best players from the Havana League annually play throughout the United States under the management of Able Lienares, will arrive in New Orleans to play in the league and make their usual tour through the States, scheduled the entire month of June by Chicago, after which they will tour Canada and the Eastern States. The club will play in New York, where who so easily defeated the Cincinnati Nationals, Detroit Americans and the Indianapolis team of the American Association, and will be composed of Mendez, Benito, Garcia, Gonzalez, Mandez, Parpett, Gonzales, Guantes,antes, Santa Cruz, Royer, Magriant, Acosta and Gen, Sagua, who are the fourteen star players of Cuba. Aside from the wonder of the players, men speak English, all of their coaching being done in Spanish. The schedule is now being arranged, and minor league, independent and college, clubs desiring to play in the league, are summarily Nat C Strong, American representative, World Building, New York City. JACK JOHNSON VS. S. H. DUDLEY. Jack Johnson and S. H. Dudley have long been friends. They ran a "thirst shaker" in Chicago to a profitable business. He said, "I saw a group of riches until Dudley acquired a perennial increase in faster than the profits. Not only this, Jack says, but Dudley was forever surrounding himself with a party of men, holding them in the air, and every time they laughed Dudley treated. It wasn't long before Jack sold his half interest in the saloon for a pair of boxing gloves. He would pay his board bill, and started on his Marathon race for the championship. In the meantime Dudley's funny stories placed him in the front rank of colored Christmas week the big champion and the premier comedian were playing theatrical engagements in Chicago in investigating Dudley into his big red devil animal. Dudley had scarcely seated himself when with a toot of the horn and a grumbling road run. He was a comedian in a celestial meteor. To use Dudley's own words, the rides of Paul Revere and Sheridan were tame in comparison to this wild animal. He was a cage. A hundred times they missed a trolley car, a wagon or an excited pedestrian by the narrowest margin, each time less. He was a conditioned Dudley begged, pleaded and prayed to Jack to slow down and use more precaution. When he had time to talk to her he held the chance he was taking. Jack only smiled and drove the car more recklessly. After an unusual burst of speed, a whiz around a corner and a sudden stop that he had to take a heap on the floor of the car, Jack said: "Here's the theater, Dudley." Dudley lost no time in embarking from the sidewalk where he stood trembling for a few moments until he caught his breath. Then he treated Jack to the choicest assortment of "cuss" words he caught in a scarred Jack to get out of the auto, saying: "If Jeffries can't kick you. I can. Soon there was a larger crowd outside than afterwards attended at the theater, Dudley's toilet came out and carried the coedian to his dressing room. With a golden smile, a toot of the horn and a red streak, Jack disappeared around the corner, leaving a cheering crowd behind. HONEY JOHNSON AND THE BEAR; ALSO, COUNEL, THE MONK. This story is about three actors at present playing on the Morris Circuit in and around the American Music Hall, Newark, N. J. last Thursday night was treated to an impromptu act, and the stage hands are taken by the stage hands and Manager DeDermitt. It is possible to use full names and titles as they appear in the story, but it is often town to begin a week's engagement some LOUISVILLE CUBS RECORD FOR 1909. The following are the games won and lost during 1909: THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER place else, but not as a team. They were Honey Johnson, a colored performer, as well as with the Golden Shoes, and "Midnight" a small quiescent black bear. Midnight's turn immediately preceded Honey's and the bear's back, with four companies by Mimi Spellman, who pulled through their paces. Just as offenhe began his skit, "Midnight" rebeled at being back, his cage sooner. He thought he had a chance to spring some new "business" he had thought up himself, for he came up with a stage, a moment warmed up. Now Honey isn't afraid to bear, in a cage, but the bear didn't have his cage with him when it presented itself to stage. A money bear a moment after Honey sighted Honey bear he gealed with amazement and fright. "That's all right, its only Midnight," came in reassuring tones from Miss Spellman from be- "Too late for me. I ought to have been home long ago," painted Honey, thawing out, and he started for the dressing room with the golden shoes. There he locked himself in. Meanwhile the four companions of Midnight, charmed with the success of the maneuvers with the seven men, were stricken with some surprise, then stage fright. One of them tried to climb a painted tree in a spring scene and another dived through the cottage. Miss Spellman was unable to control her charges alone, so the manager hurried down through the audience to the room, and hurried back and closed the door after him. It will never be known why he changed his mind about it so suddenly. The audience enjoyed it all immensely, as did some orders to the stage hands roosting on their perches and closed it again. The audience enjoyed it all immensely, as did some single-handed, finally managed to get the five bears into their cages and Honey, after being assured through his closed and locked door that he was over some kind of trouble, an act. The audience however did not go back on the stage during the remainder of the evening. Last week Honey Johnson was routed on the stage, and the Monk repated the story of the bear. Honey was again chased off the stage. This week Honey and the Monk are at the American Museum of Natural History, where he was marked out a map of the theater exits. BASEBALL AT BIRMINGHAM. The Birmingham (Ala.) Giants will be known hereafter as the "Ace Grays" of Birmingham. Hereafter when you hear that they were innertly the Birmingham Giants. An order has just been placed for a full season of new uniforms. The Ace Grays jumped at a cost of $100,000 and fifty dollars. The Ace Grays won't be at their full strength before June 1, as several of their most valuable men are in school and can not play before June 1. The Ace Grays is something of a college for baseball players. Such men as Donald "Red" Poster, Griffin Hubbard (last season with the Black Bronchos of the San Francisco Giants) and J. A. Taylor (last season with the St. Paul Gophers) and several other well-known players graduated here. Jack Griffin will have charge of the Mr. Wilker's team at Dallas, Texas this season. "Red," Foster, one of the greatest receiving first basemen who ever lived, will very likely be with Kansas City this sea- We noticed some time ago that a team from the East and one from the West (if our memory serves us right) were picked to play against the small amount of money to secure the men there can be gotten together a stronger team than either and below the Ohio river, at that. There are men scattered around the city, but the small team hear, that would, can and do work wonders with a baseball. Steel-Arm John Taylor, who will be with Leland Chicago Giants this season, is going to start to conditioning himself this week. The Acme Grays, formerly the Birmingham Giants, are anxious to hear from all clubs for dates at home or abroad. Adversary St. and Cove Ave, Birmingham, Ala. LELAND GIANTS CLUB IN COURT Stockholder Ask Receiver for Colored Organizations that May Be Made Insolvent Be Made Insolvent A bill asking that a receiver be appointed for the Leland Giants Baseball and Amusement Association was filed in the Circuit Court March 17, 1908 by five stockholders, including the company pay $10,000 to Bausegard F. Moseley, secretary and treasurer, who claims this amount is due him for services rendered, it will be made insolvent. On January 15, 1907, the association was reorganized with a capital stock of $100,000 and that subsequently the board of directors made a report to the secretary of State that 5,707 shares of the capital stock had been donated, a statement the bill recites, was false. It is also stated that after the association had been organized Moseley and John Denken, director of the department, returned and had almost exclusive management of the baseball exhibition which the bill states up to September 30, 1908 received $14,091.15. It is also stated that all of directors are "creatures" of Moseley and are entirely under his control. It is claimed that the board of directors have permitted Moseley to charge 9 per cent. of the gross receipts as salary, which the bill reserves is exorbitant and unreasonable. The petitioners ask that the board of directors be restrained from paying the $10,000 to Moseley and that a receiver be appointed and the association dissolved. READY FOR ALL COMERS The Pahucan baseball club announces that it is ready for all comers, and will accept any challenges. The members of the club are: Loule Thomas, ss. Larry Rodgers, 3b. George Head, 2b. Frank Boyt, b. Pearl Head, lf. George Walker, p. George Boyd, cf. Pearl Grogan, ff. James Arrington, c. Walter Washington, p. Herman Hale, p. Cherries, Hale, mgr. Address Charles H. Hale, mgr., 1311 W. Madison St., Paducah, Ky. READY FOR BUSINESS. 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May I have the pleasure of your company to the Easter Monday promenade, March 28? You must not miss the event of the season at Tomlinson Hall, Easter Monday event, March 28. The Daffodil Embroidery Club met Thursday afternoon with Mrs. McDonald, in Arsenal avenue. Dreamy music, pretty girls, dignified matrons and gallant gentlemen at Tomlinson Hall, Easter Monday night. Rufus Wilson, of Cincinnati, is in the city for an indefinite stay with his parents. The affair? Eastern Promenade. When? Monday night, March 28. Where? Tomlinson Hall. Are we going? Yes. Revival services in progress at Simpson Chapel. Rev. C. Efl Alexander, of Barnes Chapel, is assisting in the meeting. Mrs. Mary A. Hawkins, of this city, and Mr. Harry Banks Ross, of Bluefield, W. Va., were married in that city February 15. Misses Emma and Cora Carter were hostesses to a party of friends at tea, Sunday evening, in honor of Miss Roberta Murdock. Call Dr. James R. Norpell, 932 Indiana Avenue, office hours, 9 to 1 a.m. to 2 to 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Phones, New 5865K, Old Main 6971. Mr. George G knox is recovering from a several days' illness. Mrs. Knox, who has been ill for the past several months, is improving slowly. Miss Maude Turner and Mrs. Marie Burke Turner and Walker's Chocolate Drops, were the guests of Mrs. Kathryn Harper this week. There will be an Easter promenade at Tomlinson Hall, Easter Monday night, for the benefit of St. Phillip's Episcopal Church. Admission, 35 cents. Harry Jones entertained at breakfast, Sunday morning, in honor of Miss Roberta Murdock, who left Tuesday for California for permanent residence. Richard Jackson, formerly of this city, was here this week, en route from New Albany, Ind., where he visited his father, Roberta Murdock, residence at Chicago. Mr. Jackson was the guest of the Mr. and Mrs. Jerry McAfee. Prof. Roscoe Conkling Bruce, assistant superintendent of the Washington, D. C., public schools, attended the superintendent's meeting on Thursday. Prof. Bruce addressed the colored teachers of the city Thursday evening of last week. The joint committee of the Knights of Pythias and Calanthe Courts of the city meet at Manahawkin afternoon, on Monday-Late Friday, to make arrangements for the annual sermon, which takes place Sunday, March 28. Conference Rally Day at Simpson Chapel, Sunday, Dr. B. J. Prince, pastor of the Second Baptist Church, will preach the sermon. Manahawkin Prof. Austin, will sing. A cordial invitation is extended to all, and all will be made welcome. Every member of Simpson is earnestly requested to be at his post. Call Dr. James R. Norrell, 1222 North Senate avenue office hours 4 to 8 a.m. 11 to 12 noon to 8 a.m. Phone: 29262K, Old Main 6943. Y. M. C. A. NOTES. Judge James A. Collins, of the City Police Court, is to be the speaker at the Monster Meeting which is conducted by the Colored Young Men's Christian Association. This meeting will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday and Fayette streets, at 3 p.m. on Sunday. Judge Collins is a man who has faith in men, and should be heard by all men. Billy Knox, Tailor 60—On the Circle—60 Suits to Order $18.00, $20.00 $22.00 Order now—Get First Choice Easter only four weeks away. Everything New Lowest Prices in the City KNOX The Tailor, 60—On the Circle—60 This meeting is for men only. The requests have been so numerous for the purpose of the meeting, the board of directors have consented to change, and this Sunday the meeting will be held at Mount Zion; Sunday, March 20. The meeting will be held at Easter offering at Second Bantist. Strong speakers have been secured for all of these meetings—Judge Collins at Mount Zion, Y. M. C. A., at Bethel, and Bishop Geo. W. Blackwell at Second Baptist. Judge Collins subject will be "A New Work for the Church" program by the orchestra and glee club. JONES TABERNACLE A. M. E. ZION CHURCH. Rev. Henry J. Callis, Pastor. The Easter exercises to be given by the Sunday school bid fair to be the best we have ever had, the superintendent Pat T. Henderson, the preschooler sparing no pain to present a very enjoyable program. The Easter music to be rendered by the choir, the entire school, the service is of a high order. Our choir under Chorister J. Francis Johnson, and Miss Edith Finley, organist, are doing some hard work for a perfect rendition. Our Sunday evening, to be given by the old Southland Sextette, of Detroit, Mich. will be the best opportunity to hear superb jubilee singing this season. The pastor's subject for Sunday, 10:45 a.m. will be "Blessings from the Trials of a Christian Life"; 7:30 p.m. "Temporal Rewards for Christian Service." Sunday school at 12:45. The committee committees are busily engaged preparing for the carnival, which opens April 4. COUNTY CLERK CANDIDATE. Mr. Asher W. Gray, well and favorably known in the city and county, a member of the Republican Party, is a lawyer. Gray, jewelers, this city, is a candidate for county clerk, subject to the Republican nomination, for reputation as a business man, and has had for the past twenty-three years, and is known to be on the "level" in all his dealings. Mr. Gray will be supplied by his many friends. WANTED-A WIFE. I am a, man of about 55 years of age, a railroad man, with a really good position. I have three small children, from about three years old, and I respond with a woman of about forty or forty-five years, and without children; want her to take care of my children and be a companion to me and me. A PRIEST, 1312 Davis Ave. Laredo, Tex. In the Heart of the Business District. Don't fall to look in on the splendidly located, well appointed Walters' Club and cafe; nothing like it in the city. The beautiful building is a special attention given to after-theater parties, banquets and Sunday dinners, service the very best at reasonable prices. Eugene Armstrong, president; Joseph Holloway, vice president. 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Both the regular church choir and revival choir rendered a quaint song of praise, and with so much joy, a Look on Calvary's Cross" sang by Rev. J. B. Colbert, was captivating and uplifting, and sent a wave of camaraderie over the church, and St. Stephen's choirs have assisted Rev. W. H. Robinson in singing God's praise in the recent revival held at Walt Disney's California Adventure. Revival services closed Thursday night, with many souls converted, reclaimed and revived. Rev. Robinson and his daughter Rev. Robinson also conducted revival at Quinn Chapel following the service. ...The midwinter picnic given by the Standard Literary of Bethesda Baptist Church, Monday evening, March 7, was largely attended, as had been anticipated, those who attend spent eleven-eightful hours, while the summer be here, and the picnics will be accom- THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. panied with sunshine and flowers... Miss Irene Hawkins, who was taken suddenly ill last week, has convalesced and is able to go to Q. Brown is expected to visit the city soon. The Wilberforcean Circle should arouse to welcome her... The club women of Chicago are mire than usually active in the wake of the National Federation of Women's Clubs. Dr. Katherine Crawford, of Ann Arbor, Mich., who recently passed through Chicago, writes that she is greatly pleased with the far West..., Mrs. Phoebe Heron and her little son, who have been in Chicago for the past year. Ill., for the coming season..., Mrs. O. Hudson, who recently lost her home in Blue Island, Ill., by fire, has finally succeeded in moving the arrangements to move out, temporarily, this week... Arrangements are being made to hold the memorial services for Mrs. Ella Scott, whose spirit is now in the land of the blessed, at the Masonville Hall Thirty-fifth annual Christmas gala. Whyte, one of St. Louis' popular teachers, is taking a much needed rest from the school room, but is actively pushing the interest of Mound Bayou, Miss., Hill and bank stock at her Chicago office. DALLAS, TEX. Special to The Freeman. The drill at Gallilee Baptist Church, Tuesday night, was a most interesting nature. It was a courtroom there to witness it. The judge gave the men the men decision over the ladies, and a bowl of disapproval went up by many who were for justice and right. A neat display of the courtroom was The "smart set" of St. Paul M. E. Church is cleaning up in the money-getting on their church fund, which is a pleasure to their citizens, and is like to see the country people coming in for their building which helps to save so many of those who would be classed among the thugs and toughs of the city. The men's meeting at New Hope Baptist Church con- interested to be a new and interesting event to men from all parts of the city. W. L. Dixon, the founder of an orphans home at Gilmer, is visiting at many points in the State in the interest of the home, who is the meeting who ready response by many. A. J. Temple, of the State of Oklahoma, spent several days here in the interest of his real estate colonization. Many of our people see the great movement of home buying and the whole building of the money-getting in the backbone of our race. Mr. Temple is no stranger to Texas, and is welcome at all times. A committee of Odd Fellows members of Lodge No. 2134, served lunch-night检阅会. The hall, and had a joyful time. Ed Winn came in for a big share, owing to the fact that he and a well-known widow had just been married, and are at home to their friends on the same day. The number of Evening Chapel are cleaning up so as to have a financial rally on the third Sunday in March, and it is hoped by them and their friends that it will be a good time to be failure to be all four. Mr. Charlie Harris, of the Church of God died and was buried from that church Tuesday. A large number of sorrowing relatives and friends followed the remains to the YOUNGSTOWN, O. Special to THE FREEMAN: Willis Collins and Mrs. Collins, Mrs. Charles Jackson, Miss Mamie Hearth, Augustus Marshal, Frank Conway, Mrs. Morton and Mrs. Richards are doing nicely. Frank Hall, of North avenue, injured his ankle on his way home Tuesday. It was a few weeks from Titusville, of the death of Mrs. Minnie Gayton. The deceased was well known in this city. Buckeye Lodge, No. 74. Improved P. O. of the 18th and 19th years of the meeting held in Resch Hall, Tuesday evening. James Simons, known in the vaudeville world as Baby film, said the last year was in the profession and his brother William were initiated into the mysteries of the order. John Clark, Arch Thomas, G. M. Fagon, George Ridd, George T. W. Plank, John A. H. Hill, Richard Smith, Thad Wilson, Thomas Robinson and Harry Hicks were the leading members of the degree team. A banquet was held on the 18th of the 19th and 20th years of the management of Archie Thomas and J. H. Bobson. George Ridd was toastmaster. Lindsay Archess, of the 18th and 20th years of the music. Visiting members present: Uly Craig, of Newark, O.; William Jones and William Palmer of Unlontown, Pa.; Frank Jackson, of Gaegertown, Pa.; and John and M. M. Jones. He was the sick list and also James Baker. Miss Mayme Smith is able to be out again Rev. S. C. Honesty, of Bridgewater, Pa. The�. S. C. Honesty, of Newark, and William Jones, of Newark, and son, Wm. Honesty, last week. Mrs. Robert Woods, of Cleveland, was the guest of her father, J. H. Smith. Mr. Buckeye, of Newark, and Mr. Smith. D. C. is Miss Octavia Lother of Washington, D.C. is the guest of her brother, Charles Lother. The rally at the Oak Hill Avenues Church, St. Paul, was the two-year-old and this writing was at Hart Harper, captain, had $57, and Mrs. Lacey, captain, $50, and much credit is given to the ladies for their work. The different protection of all services Sunday, and they were well attended. ATLANTIC CITY. N. J. Special to THE FREEMAN Peter Ogden's Day celebration of all the branches of the Order of the G. U. O. of Odd Fellows was held in Odd Fellows' Hall, 100 West 42nd Street, M. V. P. Benj. Ray, of PACific Lodge, chairman. Members of all the households were among the speakers. P. N. F. J. W. of the orchestra, the musician, the speaker of the evening. Music for the occasion was rendered by Prof. Wm. Thomas's orchestra...Miss Mary B. Harkins, our fashionable dressmaker, has been a regular guest. ...Contractor Brown has finished the city's contract with credit. He was the lowest bidder for repainting all the street walls in New York, is sojourning in the city by the sea for a brief stay as the guest of Rev. Gregory, pastor of our largest church....The trek-taking to a million-dollar statue of the Massachusetts town of Riverview again. Property on Atlantic avenue opposite the selected site was sold last week for $125,000 cash....Atlantic City is now the gateway to the beach rush, and with the shoreward rush this Saturday accommodation at the favorite beach-front hotels will be taken....The beachfront property is now acquired 'or public park purposes the large beach front of the Windsor and Bowker property. This ground when implemmented will be a larger boardwalk, two grand public pavilions and a recreation park. Bring your business to the eyes of the public by calling or sending your ads to the local office of the New York Chamber, A. E. Edwards Publishing Company, 1908 Arctic Avenue, phone 198n 8 Coast ST. LOUIS, MO. Special to THE FREEMAN The funeral services over the remains of the late Dr. O. T. Fields were held last Friday, at 1 p. m., in the Union Memorial Chapel. The funeral services were conducted by the pastor Rev. Abbott, and Rev. M. W. Dogan, president of Wiley University. The great auditorium churches with the many friends of the dead physician or oral papers were read upon the Doctor's life as a citizen and physician. The floral tributes by his many admirers completely filled the chapel. Sherron, one of our brilliant young lawyers, is meeting with much success in the real estate business... The efforts of Madame Azala alla are in encouraging her to meet with the young business... The young folks of Quiln Chapel Christian Endeavor are preparing to give a drama on March 25... Prof. E. N. Newman Christian Endeavor is preparing business college at the True Reformers Hall. PENSACOLA. FLA Special to THE FREEMAN. The friends of Mrs. P. F. 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Mrs. Sterling visited her brother-in-taw, Mr. Alex, Williams, and wife. . . On Friday, the second Lord's day in March, the Women's Home, Wesleyan, invites students to coexist in their third quarter's meeting, with St. John the Baptist Church, Warrington, Rev. E. L. Simpson. The funeral of Mrs. May, sister of Mrs. Eugene Ware and Mr. Richard Stalworth, took place last Sunday. SHEEFIELD, ALA. The birthday party of Miss Lula Yarbrough. Saturday evening, was quite an enjoyable affair... O. L. Sherrod, of Birchwood, his brother, Earnest Sherrod, of his brother, Earnest Sherrod, of Mrs. W. J. Worthy, of Mobile, Ala., who was the guest of Mrs. J. M. Tisdale, left for her brother, Earnest Sherrod, of Pogue, of Noblesville, Ind, are the guests of Mrs. Icy Strong... J. W. Thompson was carried from Nashville, where he has been for several days, his insurance business... Mrs. J. W. Jennings, G. D. of the Rising Sons and G. D. of the Poisoners, the city in her work to up a new lodge and wishes to call the attention of the patrons, that may expect her at an early concert Monday night, the 14th, at the C. M. E. Church. CHATTANOOGA. TENN. Special to THE FREEMAN. A Negro business and professional directory has just been compiled by J. Bliss White of 213 East Ninth street....A woman who is a representative to the Green Orphanage, which is located at No. 10 Congress street. Mrs. Green, who was the founder of this institution, has at present in her care and care of children from the most tiny infant upwards. For four years she has been laboring among our people, caring for the unfortunate and making a home for the friendless. Many will remember her as the director of the Shire School, the most successful tours of the Middle West. She most respectfully solicits aid from any who may choose to contribute to this worthy cause....Chattanooga now can be a city with many colored enterprises of the city. The Pioneer Realty Company, an incorporated concern, has recently been organized. The company expects to invest in real estate on a large scale. Some of the stanching business professional men are interested in the company. PERU. IND. Special to THE FREEMAN. The social given at the A. M. E. Church for the benefit of the choir was a success. Palmer, of Chicago, are visiting relatives. Miss Alice Moss, Miss Nellie Jackson and Mrs. Elizabeth Taylor are improving after attending a dance pulling Wednesday evening the parsonage... The Sunday school is progressing nicely... Alex. Taylor is organist Bethel Church; Miss Dora Green, soloist. PARIS, KY. Mrs. Minnie Stell, of Georgetown, is the guest of Rev. Mrs. Quaies....Mrs. Lillia Clay, of Lexington, is a guest of Mrs. J. C. Groves....Mrs. Sallie Picket, of Cynthiana, on route to Frankfort, close off with Mrs. J. C. 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