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If you have leisure time it will pay you to become our agent. Write today for t THE FREEMAN A NATIONAL ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER INDIANAPOLIS MAY 13 1911 INDIANAPOLIS, IND., SATURDAY, MAY 13, 1911. PRICE FIVE CENTS. AT THE NATIONAL CAPITAL MINISTER H. W. FURNISS HAS RESIGNED HAITIAN POST Vernon, Anderson, Scott, Tyler and Dancy Possibilities—Salaries at Howard—Dr. Thirkield Sustained The Passing Show. Thompson's National News Bureau. WASHINGTON, D. C. May 10. The Council of the nation's highest court, the 100,000 Negroes of the nation's capital, and is being read with eagerness and care all over the country because of the opening installment of Dr. Tuskegaean's long-broad series of observations touching "The Man Farthest down." In his preface Dr. Washington frankly confesses that he went to Europe for the first time and the worst conditions, for "the man 'highest up' had no need for relief that his disclosures might bring. The Tuskegaean educator explains that he visited Europe to see an first and the furthest down" and to find out for himself how this condition in the Old World compared with that of the average black man in America. His description of the poverty and misfortune methods being employed to raise him up compared with the methods employed in raising up the black man in America. His description of the poverty and misfortune methods being employed to raise him up compared with the methods employed in raising up the black man in America. His description of the poverty and misfortune methods being employed to raise him up compared with the methods employed in raising up the black man in America. Throughout its literary, the Tuskegaean was an important figure in the "tapes" and well did he learn his lesson. Will Foreigner Invade South? Says Dr. Washington further: Another reason that made me anxious to make this trip was that much emphasis is being placed upon the importance of getting European immigrants into the laborer, and I wanted to see to what extent these people would be likely to come into the South and adapt themselves to the laborer and connectors by the side of the Negro. Perhaps the strongest reason, however, for my wanting to make these observations was the service which I received in this country. There are not a few Negroes who sometimes become discouraged and feel that their condition and detailing are inadequate to other group of human beings. I wanted to see groups of people who are much better than the Negro and, through detailing and experience, facts before the Negro of America as would make him feel and see that, in addition of being the worst off, his condition and prowess are much better than millions of people who are the same relative stage of civilization." Light From a New Angle. Light From a New Angle. In this timely article, Dr. Washington timely informs us about the economic and social problems of two worlds from a new and original angle. Apologizing for nothing in our home life, he shoft the banner of hope to a people who are not so fortunate and are frequently on the verge of despair. The result of his skillfully-comparison, in spite of many unintended circumstances that annoy us and retard our progress, is evidently in favor of the American Negro. His two-sided portrait indicates that we better off as to mental and moral equal and have at out elbow industrial and educational opportunities of a far superior character than can evoke to "the man farthest down," in poor-and congested countries of Europe. It will pay every black man and every white man on both sides of the Atlantic read with care every installment of this informative series that will run in the New York Outlook through the next five weeks. Minister Furniss Tenders Resignation. Dr. Henry W. Furniss, of Indianapolis, since 1905 the United States minister to the anti-Prince, Haiti, on last Friday to be a minister. His resignation to become effective about the next five weeks. The state department gives out wounds and no intimation can be had as to what will be Dr. Furniss' successor. The annual, and out of this, it is estimated that a minister will have to pay expenses amounting to anywhere from $25 to $4,500, according to the social obligations of the two salaries of the secretary at the national legation are paid by the United Government. There is no secretary of legation, proper, at Port-au-Prince. A Career of Usefulness. Before being assigned to Haitian before Dr. Furniss had served with rare battalion and distinction as consul at Bataan, Bali, and won the highest diplomatic status, usually accorded to a colored man by the former manner in which he joined the counter-terrorism United States in South America. His fact that he withstood revolution after revolution in Haiti, without becoming persona non digitata either side in any war, was compelled to pass. In the last no longer occupied states of executive, Dr. Furniss exists and after greatest confidence of Nordic personage, he deposition of that personage, to President Simon, who succeeded him. By virtue of seniority in the office, Minister Furniss was Bali, he was married to an acquaintance young lady, Grace. MAY 13 1911 PUBLIC LIBRARY tion. He was educated in the schools of Indianapolis, graduated from the Indiana Medical College, and took a post-graduate course in medical school Washington, serving later as an interne in Freedman's hospital. For a number of years he was connected with the defense office, leaving in the early '90s to take up his job as the chief medical officer of his old home in Indianapolis. It was from this work in 1897 he was called to the consulate at Bahia. In the institution of Minister Furniss was not expected at this time, his action comes as no surprise to those of his friends who knew of certain plans in mind for the future. It was quickly realized the settlers which would require about two years. It is Dr. Furniss' desire to re-establish himself in the practice of his profession some scientific investigations not possible in a country so limited in resources as Haiti. Hence his return to America. Whether he will make his home in Indianapolis or not, he has not yet been determined upon. Wherever Dr. Furniss and his estimable wife may go, they will be valuable adjoining to the social life of the community, and will meet with a warm welcome. Miss James is a native of a public school, and is a music in our public schools, and is a graduate of the Washington College of Music, being the only colored person to hold a diploma from that high-grant school under private tutors both in Boston and New York. Her voice and artistic execution have been warmly praised by such capable critics as Prof. Emile E. Mori and Mr. Sidney Fowler. Miss James was able supported by Mr. Felix Fowler Weir, violinist, Mr. Webb, flute soloist, Miss Mary Rope, pianist, Mr. William Williams, The management, inspired by the charming personality of Mrs. Linnie Waring Moore, wife of Prof. L. B. Moore, gave the recital a tone of cheer and excitement, being planned and carried out so successful an evening's entertainment. Zion Conference to Meet. The annual session of the Philadelphia NEGRIC INTERMARRIAGE ANTI-INTERMARRIAGE CILL MASSIVE HOUSTON State Legislature killed the Anti-Negro Intermarriage bill Colored Y. M. C. A. to Get $25,000. Through the intervention of President T. Husius Rosenwald the Chicago millionaire has financed the allowance to allow the colored branch of the Y. M. C. A. to be included as a beneficiary in his standing offer of $25,000 to any collection on the $100,000 building. Secretaries J. E. Moorland and L. E. Johnson worked like trojans to get in under this clause, and wrote on the subject "yes." In order however, to secure this donation, the branch must raise $15,000 in sixty days. Already $60,000 has been collected and raised by R. D. Rockefeller's original gift of $25,000. the management is confident of its ability to raise the $15,000. At last Sunday's meeting, the branch raised $15,000. Hay, wife of the former secretary of state, subscribed $1,000 of this amount, and Mr. W. A. Slater gave a like sum. President Taft was to have been in attendance, but on account of the pressure of the Mexican situation did not deem it advisable to leave the White House, durably, with a flood of telegrams pouring in. Planning "Bumps" the Negro Will Not Get. The Negro is to get his "bumps" in the sixty-second congress—if certain bourbons are permitted to have their way. One Byrd, of Mississippi, has a bill ordained to make it a crime for whitites, Negroes, and African Americans to marry in the District of Columbia; one Clark, of Florida, has a measure providing for "Jim Crow" street cars in the District; Hardwick, of Georgia, states that he is not allowed rogated; and Riddenburg, of Mississippi, will endeavor to restrict the house restaurant to white patrons. None of the bills he is passed. The presentation of the bill is to be the cheap skates for the favor of the "red necks" and "hill billies" at home in the clay-eating districts of the South. Selah! Colred Ministers to Haiti Thus far, there have been seven colored ministers to Maitl, namely: Rev. E. D. Bassett, of Pennsylvania; John M. Bassett, of Pennsylvania; John W. Thompson, of New York; Frederick Douglass, of New York and the District of Columbia; John S. Durham, of Pennsylvania; Hanley W. Furniss, of Indiana; W. W. Williams, of Ohio, was nominated several years ago for the place, but failed of confirmation. During Cleveland, W. W. Williams, of Indiana, white man, served as minister to Haitt. All have been men of high character, brilliant attainments and impressive personality. Orators Will "Make he Eagle Scream," the Word of the Lord, in accord with the Supreme Court of the District of Columbia, is to deliver the commencement address May 25th for Dr. J. E. Shepard at the National Religious Training at the University of Tennessee, where he Terrrell, of the municipal court, is to perform a like service on the same day for Dr. Washington at Tuskegee Institute, at the University of these representatives are certain to serve. Former Recorded John C. Dancy is booked for Louisville early in June and Assistant Attorney-General W. H. Lewis goes to prisons in Virginia and Arkansas to meet the teachers in New York. Bryant Offers a Bonanza. Ira T. Bryant has received assurances of a very generous support for the post of business manager of the A. M. E. Book Concern at Philadelphia. The leaders of the church are particularly favorable to them an expert printer at the head of both the Sunday School Union at Nashville and the Book Concern at Philadelphia. With the agreement to keep the connection supplied with literature, publish the Christian Recorder regularly and the Christian Recorder single quadrennium. This is a bargain, "sure nuff!" Mr. Bryant has redeemed all of his promises at Nashville. Why not try him with the Philadelphia Book Concern here's no earthly way for a church to do it. Baltimoreans Know How to "Do Things" Your correspondent was in Baltimore last Friday. He was greatly impressed with the magnificent equipment of the Afro-American Ledger and the evidences of the looked forward to the office, press room and composing rooms of the establishment. The big cylinder press and the rapid-fire folding press looked forward to the office, press room and composing rooms of the establishment. The big cylinder press and the rapid-fire folding press looked forward to the office, press room and composing rooms of the intersection of Eutaw street and Druid Hill avenue, overlooking four prominent thoroughfares along which there is a constant stream of travel locations is ideal. The colored people of the neighborhood would be Mr. J. Murphy and his competent staff a liberal support, and open the way to even larger opportunities. We were not a little surprised to hear Mr. Murphy come in and say he would help him as many skilled helpers as he needed. This should not be in a city that has such a large and intelligent colored population as the Maryland metropolis. At the time, Mr. Murphy was given a critical given by that "empress of melody," Mme. Anita Pitton Brown, assisted by Mme. Estelle Majors, Mr. Nelson Tunstall, Mr. T. Henderson Kerr and Prof. J. D. Hammond, as well as delosson Choral Society, Mme. Brown as a coloratura soprano has no superior in the race and should be at the head of a standard opera company. The new director of the church, the Metropolitan Church, the Metropolitan Church who arranged this deal knew as much about business as they did about religion. EAST ST. LOUIS, ILL. Special to THE FISERMAN **THE annual series of the Knights of Ythias and Courts of Calanthe was held at the New St. Paul Baptist church. Ceremonies beginning at 2:30 p.m. m. lasted for 1 hour. Church is of a large procession headed by the East St. Louis Fraternal Band. After chanting a prayer, Rev. Taylor, pastor of A. Zion church was his priest speaker. He is the head of the subject, showing how the good work has grown until now... Prof. G. H. Nelson and S. T. Bowman, editor of the Advance Kyle, the past week. Mrs. Stella Isby is still on the sick list... Miss Luh Roberson has departed for a three weeks' visit in Mississippi... Imperial baeball Sunday, Score 9 to 12. The features of the game were the playing of A. Smith and F. Folder of the home team. Lisa Smith and the listing team. Dunnington and Wilson... southwesterns. Dunnington and Wilson... The Masonic orders and Stars will hold their annual sermon Sunday at St. Paul Baptist church. Side Sided club week out in automobiles advertising their grand ball Sunday. BLOOMINGTON, ILL. Miss Leora Walker entertained at six o'clock luncheon Sunday evening at her residence, 911 W. Trout street. Those present: Miss Gladys Page, of Peoria; Miss Alice Lee, of Champaign; Mr. J. Krueger, of Peoria; Mr. annual sermon was observed Sunday at the A. M. E. church. Rev. Evans addressed the local lodge. There was a large attendance...Mr. Nelson Robinson has returned from Peoria. Mr. Chas. Jackson visited in Springfield Sun. Mr. David Moore was in the city Saturday. EIGHTH REGIMENT GIVES ANNUAL SPRING BALL Col. John R. Marshall Gives Opinion of Failure to Receive Appropriation at Springfield—General Notes. (By Cary B. Lewis.) The Eighth Regiment, Ill., May 12 spirit ball on Monday night. The Regiment Armory, Berry and the famous Eighth Regiment band furnished music for the occasion. The Patriarchs, K of P. and other uniform ranks gave sabath drills. C. James H. Johnson, Col. Hill. C. Hill. Johnson and march. Among the officers and their wives present were Col. John R. Marshall and wife, Col. James H. Johnson, Col. Robert Rattilcine and wife, Capt. James H. Johnson, Col. Hill. Capt. W. T. Jefferson and wife, Capt. W. T. Jefferson and wife, Major A Wesley, Capt. James H. White and wife, Major R. R. Jackson and wife, Major Frank Denison and wife, 1. Lt. Levi. Harry Jones, Capt. Stewart A. Betts, Harry Jones, Capt. Stewart A. Betts, Capt. Stewart Alexander, Capt. Chas, Hunt, Capt. BenJ. Pickney and wife, Capt. C. L. Hill and wife, Capt. Pusey Arnett Oreis Otis, Lester J. Hergers Q. M. and Com., Cary B. Lewis, Regiment Correspondent. Col. Marshall and his headquarters in the southwest of the city where his friends were welcomed and looked after by Captain John L. Frye, of the Commissary Department, assisted by "Dominick," the best known scout in the regiment. 3,000 people were present at the ball. Every one seemed to have enjoyed the evenings entertainment. The young society people of Chicago are going to attend the Revelellers May Dancing Party at Oakland Music Hall and the fearless Clubs on Thursday night. The best of people are expected at both affairs. The city of Chicago has about the largest number of colored physicians of any city in the country. The city is quite successful. Among one of the most successful young physicians in the city is Dr. H. Reginald Smith, 34th and State streets. He is a splendid college and medical education, taking a post course in medical science, opened up for business and every since, success has marked his path. Dr. Smith is a speciality of the best nose and throat. That is doing well is best evidenced by the large office practice that he has daily. Dr. Smith is a physician of the people. His practice is based on the knowledge of the best liked men in the profession around Chicago. What is most admired in the doctor, is that he is not a physician of yesterdays. He has indeed and believe in making study of all the late knowledge in medical science and applying it to the patient that he may be relieved and benefited. Dr. Smith expects to go to Paris before the year is gone. He will be special subjects of his chosen profession. Officer John Fletcher, age 27, died Monday at his home, 6345 Rhodes Ave. He Holly Cross Catholic church and his fellow officers acted as pall-bearers. "Fletcher" as he is well-known all over Chicago was one of the bravest officers in the city. He coated and carried a club, was a more efficient officer of the law than he. He has had a number of close calls. He with Officer Hall had a case that caused the police to be quite successful of extraordinary value to the force. Palestine Company No. 1 of Milwaukee, Wis. was at the sermon and took a prominent role in the line of march. The early Lash of Evamont was also at the sermon. One of the biggest affairs ever held in Chicago both white and colored will be the Chul Welfare Exhibit which open May 11 and go to the 25th and will be held at the Colliseum. The aim of the exhibit is to show what is being done and what is be done by the home and community. The Child Welfare, as cared for by the child's own parents will be considered under headings: Homes, Schools, Libraries, Work and Wages, Recreation, Schools, and Care. The Welfare, as cared for by benevolence, will be cared for under the headings: Settlements, Churches, Associations, Public and Private Philanthropy. In 2000, green dancing and gymnastic exhibitions and other forms of amusements will be on the program daily and nightly. Miss Daisy Sampson, of the Visiting Nurses Association, of the Chicago area, are taking quite an interest in the exhibits and the nurses wish it known that its up to the colored citizens of Chicago to attend the great exhibit. Dr. Booker T. Washington will be one of the principal speakers at the exhibit in Chicago, May 19. On May 18th, the program will be Julius Rosenwald, Mr. John G. Shedd, Mr. Harry A. Wheeler. Representatives of the colored branch will present at the banquet which will be at one of the largest hotels in the city. . . . The Odd Fellows will have their annual sermon at Quinn Chapel A. M. B. church. Robert Ratcatch will be in com-munity. Robert Ritchie will be in Fellows hall at 2 o'clock and will march out Dearborn to 38th, 38th to Wabash and down Wabash to the church. Mrs. Ida Wells Barnett will be in the lime light again for some while. She has entered journalism again, having launched a paper called the Negro Fellowship Herald. Mr. Sedrick Johnson will be the manager of the fellowship will be devoted to the interest of the Negro Fellowship League of which Mrs. Barnett is founder. The other papers of the fellow will give the Herald a royal office. Mrs. Barnett is an honor to the profession. *** The papers from Washington, D. C., state that Misses Essie Arnold and Baden Abbey are currentlyally active. A report is current here that a popular Chicago girl has been taken to all the leading social functions and that the young man has become greatly interested in state that the young man is highly connected and that "it is a case of love at first sight." Mrs. T. N. Harris, of Oakland, Cal., was in the city a week, the guest of Mrs. Burges, 3524 Dearborn. Mrs. Harris was formerly of this city and is on her way to Chicago to attend the return for Miss Marie Burton's wedding, which will take place June 28. Madam eG neva Graham, formerly of this city, but now of Bunos Ayres, South America, writes that she is doing nicely in her business. She is located on one of the most prominent streets and the leading people of the city are her customers. The talk of Chicago is ball games. The town is a popular place to open Sunday at his park. Thirty-ninth and Wentworth streets. Many visitors are expected to attend the game. Mr. Elwood Knox, of The Freeman, has mounted a bill to be held. Montague will be there to sell papers. SCOOLA. MISS. Graduating exercises at the school May 4th and 5th. Prof. Birch, principal; Mrs Brooks, assistant. Exercises were held on Monday. Mrs. Johnson and Miss Grace Carter. Rev. 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And we gazed with admiration This is the day of the "pert paragrapher." The Amsterdam News prefers "colored" to "Negro." "The white man's hopes" are very backward about coming forward. The wise Negro is keeping his hold upon the so-called "common" occupations of life. It would make us feel better if there were two or three colored professors at Lincoln University. Charles Stewart, the globe-trotter, has placed the "Gates" of Fisk University on his blacklist. Unless all signs fail, John C. Dancy will "come back" as editor of the Star of Zion in 1912. A gentleman in Rochester, N. Y., has just contributed $10,000 in cash to the Tuskegee Institute. What has become of George Washington Ellis, sometime secretary of legation at Monrovia, Liberia? A colored man, whose name is withheld, has given to Campbell College in Mississippi a tract of land worth $7,000. Times are good in Washington. Director Ralph, of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, is making $11,000,000 per day. The Catholic Truth, published monthly at Milwaukee, Wis., by Capt. Lincoln C. Valle, is said to be the only colored Catholic magazine issued in this country. Minister H. W. Furnish is finding time hanging heavily upon his hands, according to the Florida Sentinel, Nary a revolution for more than ten days. Dr. Booker T. Washington has been invited to be one of the principal speakers at the National Sunday-school convention to be held at San Francisco on June 20th. Dr. Booker T. Washington is not to buy a railroad. The story was "pulled" by the Associated Press reporter at Palestine in night when "copy" was woefully short. The Liberian Register is read with interest by our people on this side of the water. We are all anxious to know what is going on in the brightest spot on the "Dark Continent." The black man will remain in the United States. It is too cold for him in Canada and too hot for him in Panama. The South catches him just about right, 'twixt the two' extremes. Dean Albert S. White, orator and stateman, leader of the republican party in the state of Kentucky, is giving a mute, but eloquent speech to show how to play a thinking card successfully. The shrewd Negro is buying land in the South before the natural rise in price comes. Good land can now be had for from $3 to $10 per acre. Get a "footing in the soil" before it is too late! Preachers are as much citizens as any other man, and they have as much right as any other man, as healthy inter-Politics. To teach good citizenship and precept and example is as important as the preaching of a sermon. The Mound Bayou Demonstrator gives regular employment to six men and women of the race. It has a circulation of 3,000, and Editor A. P. Hood estimates that it is read by at least 10,000 persons each week. * The executor of the estate of Mr. Andrew Dotger has recently turned to the bureau of the Normal and Industrial Institute $404,893.37. This has been placed to the credit of the endowment fund of the institution. The Amsterdam News is going at a duplex in New York city and making all of the old cites sit up and take notice. A circulation of over 10,000 in a little more than a year's life isn't at all bad. "Jim" Anderson is "some more" newspaper man. Although the I. B. P. O. of Elks of the World has not had a "peace jubilee" for over three weeks, Brother J. Frank Wheaton is one of the most active Exalted Ruler of the only real live organization of Elks. Watch him rule at Boston next August. It is said that Queen Wilhelmina, of Holland, is about to start a goat farm. Some excellent students of the ex-office-holders and disappointed office-seekers in Kansas, Kentucky, North Carolina, Georgia and Texas. Now that Correspondent George F. King has taken unto himself a Wilmington, N. C., girl as the partner of his boys, Mr. King, a man during the visit of the Washington party to that interesting town last fall are satisfactorily explained. A prominent lecturer delivered a discourse recently at the nation's capitol on "Who is Washington's Greatest Sin?" and it is an unwritten rule not to call his name in the newspapers. He is too fond of free advertising. Bishop Walters is not far from the truth when he contends that "the Negro cannot rise to the full stature of his people, but he is one political party and the implacable foe of the other. We must stand fearlessly by our friends in both parties." The segregationalists will get enough of that nonsense before long. When it is found that the law operates as much as the law does, it is to the blacks, some strong white man is going to sit up and put an end to the miserable farce. The law is clearly unconstitutional. "Jails That I Have Known" is the title of a new word that Jack Johnson could write from first-hand experience. A Southern paper, noting that Presidency had been an intimidation that his familiarity with the art of handling a razor is a powerful bid for the Negro vote. Col. Walter L. Cohen is girding up his loins for another battle royal with the "illy-white" republican machine in Louisiana. Col. Cohen, in office or out, represents all there is of decent republicanism and it is the hope of all lovers of justice and equity that he licks the stuffings out of his narrow-gauged opponents. Representing the Utica Normal and Industrial Institute, Emma S. Weatherall, and colored people, won first prize in an oratorical contest at Jackson Miss., defeating seven male competitors, who spoke for the various colored schools of Utah. Her theme was "The Salt of the Earth." Former President Thomas E. Miller, of the State College at Orangeburg, S. C., threatens to return to his old home in Beaufort and run for congress against the Republican Party, which has been in congress before and made --- --- --- --- . . . THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. a rattling good legislator. He would give Legare a fight, if he should decide to offer himself as a candidate. Somebody named Lila Day Monroe, out in Topeka, ventured to complain about Booker T. Washington's purchase of a summer home in the aristocratic colony of Island from the middle-income crowd" and doughy Nick Chiles in the Topeka Plaidealer, took her to task for her foolishness. He didn't leave a grease spot to show where the lady had stood. Dr. Booker T. Washington has two "educational pilgrimages" ahead of him for the fall, and he landed about July and in Florida late in the fall. Great good has resulted from all of these tours. A better understanding between the races is invariable, the outcome of the visits and grand heart-pearl talks of the Tuskegee Wizard. Oliver Randolph, editor of the Washington American, is the regular Washington correspondent of the N. B. Dodson division of the American Press Association of the Mississippi Association of the nation's capitol, and is connected with the office of the Auditor for the Navy. It is unnecessary to state that Mr. Randolph is a busy man. George F. King, the energetic young news-writer, has our sincere congratulations on his achievement in charming young lady of Wilmington, N. C., and will make his home in Richmond, M. King is one of the races most promising young ladies in the spiration as his accomplished bride will give him, we may expect brighter enusions than ever from his prolific pen. President W. S. Scarborough, of Wilborforce University, is about ready to begin on that $55,000 girls' dormitory, as he has in sight the $17,500 necessary for a girl's dormitory. Drawe Carnegie. Stately old Wilborforce has taken on new life under the vigorous administration of Prof. Scarborough. Profs. W. A. Joiner and John A. Lankey are valuable additions to the faculty. Major R. R. Moton, commandant at Hampton Institute and best singer of "tolk-songs" in the country, champions these songs, these music, but instead "bust music" rather than bring "music" he says, jacetiously, that the white man can beat the Negro at doing most things, but there is one thing he can, a Negro doing—that is, white man can beat a Negro singing Negro songs. Good newspaper men are always in demand. A former Chicago reporter was recently elected a Bishop in the Episcopal church. Dr. George C. Clement, editor of the Star of Zion, is well on his way to Vickar. W. H. Steward, editor of the American Baptist at Louisville, a layman, is the strongest force in the Baptist church of the State of Kentucky, and in Quarterly, another lawman, is a power in the A. M. E. Zion connection. More and more the white dailies of the metropolitan cities are perceiving the advantage of having on their staff a bright, energetic colored reporter, who can help them with the activities of colored people who are worth while. The box-office is helped wonderfully by his presence, for the Negro is growing to be more and more a colorful character, and will throw their patronage to the journal that is willing to exploit their creditable achievements through one of their own kind. Honest and competent men should be encouraged to give their whole time to the newspaper business. Too often the worst man in town butts into the sanctum and keeps everything at "sixes and six sevenths." Too many of their journals are tied to official desks, cramped and restless under its restrictions, yet can not resign, for their bread and butter depends upon their fusces and can inform their fusces to support them, thus calling they love best. There is something radically wrong in this situation. The South is growing ambitious again, and doesn't care who knows it. The Charleston News and Courier, published on the spine wired with a start, started a day's holding pride: "On the opportunity for service is being opened to us. A southern man is Speaker of the House of Representatives. A southern man is the mayor of the city of that body. A southern man is leader of the militant minority in the Senate. A southern man and a soldier of the Confederacy is Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. The next President of the United States," Verily, the South is again in the saddle. There is a pathetic impressiveness in the story of Mrs. Martha Harmon, a colored woman of three-three, an exslave, who has just won two gold medals for proficiency in the various branches of the armed forces of the City. She started in four years ago to learn the "three R's," being anxious to read the Bible and do her own "figsher." She stands at the head of her class and has missed all the classes of young Negro of the city, who does not appreciate the education that is being handed him on a silver platter, will do well to ponder over the lesson which Harmon's fidelity and punctuality impart. The millennium has not been reached, but a Texas judge last week fined a Texas lawyer $5.00 for making use of an offending attorney was on her Harry Torking, and the just judge was Thomas T. Blanton. Abilene was the place. King had been warned not to say "nigger" when he did not know the difference between the two, and thought they were interchangeable. It cost him $5.00 to "get wrist and an abilene" but he rulled it will cost any a man a like every time the opprobrious term is used in his court. Bully for Blanton! He is a true Southern gentleman. President Hobbs, of the National Association of Cotton Manufacturers, says it would require 42,000,000 bales of cotton that of the 1,500,000 humanity. He says that of the 1,500,000 humanity the world, only 500,000,000 are completely clothed, and 250,000,000 are practically not clothed at all. As civilization clothed and the unclothed wilde decrease, and the natural increase of population in civilized countries, will call for an increased supply of cotton. The nation nishes two-thirds of the world's supply of cotton and the bulk of this tremendous output is produced by Negro hands. The North Carolina Mutual and Provident Association, of Durham, N. C., the biggest and strongest colored insurance organization in the State of Georgia. In view of the disastrous failure of the True Reformer, Bank, the downfall of the Metroplaza Bank, the collapse of Rite Aid and the embarrassment of the Gallilean Fishermen, the sturdiness and soundness o the North Carolina Mutual and Provident Association come as a refreshing breeze. It tends to undermine the Negro in the stability of concerns carried on by Negroes and not be denied when business is done on strictly business principles. The recent report of Rev. J. S. Jackson, financial secretary of the A. M. E. Zion church, submitted at the Mobile meeting of the Bishop's Council, elapsed the warmest commendation on the hands of the church's leaders. During the current year Dr. Jackson raised for the general and benevolences a total of 10,525 and 10,525 the affairs of his department until the A. M. E. Zion church is said to have the best of any Negro organization in America and some of the Negro republics. Dr. Jack --- --- . . . * * * --- --- *** son will be elected to the Zion church Bishopric next May at Charlotte, N. C. It's nice to be a Kentucky editor, especially when one is also a preacher. Rev. J. E. Wood is editor of the Torchlight, published at Danville. He is also pastor of the First Baptist church, and he is also the author of paying subscriptions, Brother Wood's paper contained the following item in a recent issue: "Last week a lady brought us fourteen dozen nice fresh eggs to peek at the kitchen this week. Another lady brought us six dozen. We appreciate this very much, and if all our readers who have not the ready cash would bring us eggs, meat, lard, bread, and potatoes, we accept it in payment of their subscription." This thing of being a newspaper man isn't so bad, after all. Gen. Joseph L. Jones, supreme vicechancellor of the Knights of Pythias, notes that all other Negro interests are getting together—the business men, the editors, the women, such as a herculean task for the various fraternities of the race to for msose sort of an alliance for the good of all concerned. He has been advocating this for years, but it gets no support from the university steps should be taken to bring the brethren of the many emblems upon a common ground. Two million militant men massed upon a single proposition would be an irresistible force for racial advancement in the university in earnest at the big K. of P. encampment this summer at Indianapolis and at the meetings of other fraternities that occur during the year. Noah D. Thompson, one of Tuskegee Institute's most efficient helpers, has a background in the Illinois Chronicle, in which he describes the work which is being done under and through the Carnegie library force. The article gives a very comprehensive idea as to the activities carried on under the auspices of the Tuskegee library force, the technical assistance, thefluence generated therefrom. The article is full of valuable information and has elicited much favorable editorial comment in various sections of the coun- --- Ira T. Bryant, who has rescued the A. M. E. Sunday School Union at Nashville, from literal bankruptcy, offers to render the school a free school in Philadelphia. He will take hold of the later institution, in connection with his present duties, without asking additional salary, and agrees to wipe out a standing indebtedness of $13,000. He will also lock the house with brand-new and up-to-date church literature. This is too good an offer for a business-like church to turn down, and the leaders of the denomination will see to it that Mr. Bryant can an opportunity to "deliver the goods." Dr. C, T. Walker, the Black Spurgeon, made a hit as commencement orator at Menaray Medical School at Nashville the other night. His subject was "The physician who was appalled by the bearers applauded him to the echo. Said the Nashville Globe of the eloquent Georgian: "Dr. Walker is an orator, a lecturer and a speaker. He has at his command all the weapons of the world. He can pathize, he can encourage, he can amuse, and he can denounce. He uses his speech only to clothe his thought, and his only thought is to promote truth and virtue." It is evident that Brother Walker can get all the chicken that he can consume whenever he visits Nashville. DR. . W. WOOD COMPLETES HIS TRIP TO AFRICA AND CONTINENTAL EUROPE. Editor The Freeman: This short message will inform you that I have completed my trip to Africa and continental Europe, covering 18,606 miles in Philadelphia January 21; New York 23; Left New York on the steamer Laurentia January 28. Arrived in Liverpool February 5. Sailed for West Africa on the 27th, February 5. Masas February 5. Arrived at Freetown, Sierra Leone, February 26; Monrovia, the 27th, left Monrovia the 28th, Arrived at Freetown, March 2; Axim March 4; Adjuah and Seconde, March 5. Left Seconde March 10. Arrived at Cape Coast Castle same date. Arrived at Wineba, March 11; at Cape Coast Castle, March 14; at Quittah, March 17; 12 m. Homeward.—I left Quittah March 2; arrived at Acera March 29. Left Acera at Acera alabaster, March 31. Arrived at Cape Coast Castle and Seconde April 1; Monrovia, April 4; Sierra Leone, April 5; Plymouth, April 6; Liverpool, April 15. Two nights and one day on the West Coast or Africa. It has been my god fortune to come in personal contact with the people of Africa, covering four thousand two hundred and fifty miles on the West Coast, having many people on the following tribes: Kru Kroo), Bassasai, Dly and Golah, Pesseh, Grebo, Sinoe, Fauti, Accra, Adamgmury, Oweona, Lagasians, Urobo, Ashanti and Mandingo. I have made special notes of their different customs and modes of living. I have visited the streets of the street, Mobile, Ala., and invite correspondence. Yours respectfully. TAMPA, FLA. Special to THE FREEMAN On April 28th Mrs. Maggie Glass was severely burned on arms and face by a gasoline explosion which occurred at her tailor shop on Franklin street....Mrs. Porell was born in the city of her mother, on April 25th, and was buried from Zion Methodist church on the 26th. Mrs. Porell was one of Tampa's most popular young matrons....Mr. Dave Hendricks has opened a confectionery and soft drink shop in the city, the new stage manager at the AirDress, is making good, and reports good crowds every night....Messrs. A. J. Ferrell, J. Andrew Williams and Col. Alston were the owners of the Lodge of Odd Fellows in St. Augustine during week of May1-6. J. Luther Rhinehardt will open up an ice cream parlor in the Odd Fellows Building, corraling the large number of curtains will cost in the neighborhood of $2,500, which will make it the most elaborate ice cream parlor owned by Negroes in the city of Tampa....Harlem University will be the subject of Shady Grove, on May 1st. 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Europe has never drawn the color line so closely as America has, but all military Europe is astounded at France's proposition to enlist an active army of 20,000 from former colonies to offset that element of the French army which is burning with discontent and is no longer regarded as altogether reliable. It is evidently setting the black up to upon the growing of the democratic spirit of the white man in the army. The huge force of the fighting blacks will constitute a glaring fighting mechanism which would be a power in any nation's hands, but it is not the people who must support it, nor the French soldiery who must tramp and camp with it. Militarism lies upon France's back like a galloping pack saddle. There are men who are serving their enforced troops in the army, and the army is mourning all the men who have always been famous for their fidelity and patriotism, but there is a growth of discontent in the present day alarming the government. England is in disarray, the men a nation can be needed nor when all the fervor and patriotism of a people will be called upon to instill a shock. France looks to her dissatisfied army and is full of aprehension. She must have troops who are available, and troops who are not touched, and the integrating malady of discontent, and the government now looks to the colonies. There is nothing the black man would rather than fight. he wants to see the army, the sport that is in it, and he has no thought of the right or wrong of his position, the injustice of compulsory servitude, his support, imposing upon the workers. France The enlistments have been begun in Algiers, French Guiana and the west coast of France. There will be no difficulty in raising the number of all in all these provinces the military career is regarded at the epitome of honor, and the natives are pouring into the army, and the troops that they will be used in active service. At the head of the scheme are Colonel Margin and M. Messimy. Of course, German military force is new force, and will certainly regard it as a new menace and a dangerous weapon in the hand of her perennially antaggressive French malaise in a standing army of 300,000 home and abroad which can be assembled and transported to any point in a country. But a great temptation to Germany to receive a similar dusky force in her African possessions, even though the same element of radical discontent is not so apparent in German territory, would afford the same excuse for such a move. Germany at the present time has about 10,000 fewer men in actual service than France, and the addition of 300,000 men in actual service will increase this difference so vastly that Germany will be forced to act vigorously and quickly to maintain her vigor and strength. 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Wright Cuney, Mr. and Burrill Wood, Mr. and Mrs. G. D. Houston, Mr. and Mrs. W. L. D. Wilkinson, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph M. Trigg, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph B. Bruce, Mr. and Mrs. N. B. Marshall, and Mrs. F. Hilyer, Mr. and Mrs. Harry, French Guiana furnishes rather a different class. For some generations colonize the swamps and fever infested valleys of its South American possession and finally concluded that it was the swamps and fever infested valleys. In 1848 all the black slaves were freed and since 1868 France has been sending the majority of its black repressors to the swamps and swamp three or die as they saw fit. a result the blacks lived and the white population died off and the black stock was not the highest order. Of course, many of the soldiers of a different type from the haughty Algerian volunteers and somewhat removed in quality from the poor Negro population. However incongruous the ensemble of the dark skinned force may eventually be, there is one thing that France counts as a great gift: the spirit, and the quality of the soldiery will not depend upon the interest that the individual fighter takes in the welfare of the republic or the concerns of the people. The conservative element in the government is rather horrified at the fact that the hands of more or less irresponsible black men for the purpose of leading them against white armies. There is something in the scheme of the war that France has makes it appear that France is subsidizing the blacks to offset the radical element in its own army and to overweave the white armies in the war. In the government is feeble and disorganized, and while the army itself may strongly resent the introduction of a deep-peep armies that the present enlistment there has been no open expression of feeling. The fear that the government will use this distrustful ideas among the soldiery does not seem to have taken root as yet, but when the enlistment is completed the government has thus accomplished France may expect to hear from her enfants militant. Every year France has 160,000 conscripts to enlist, train and absorb their military forces to make respectable recruits of the peasant lads and sons of dry goods clerks, and at the end of that period they are turned back into soldiers, which can be after a period of comparative idleness in which they are given every opportunity to hatch revolutionary theories and inquisitive habits. The average of these two years of this service according to the law of 1883. In Germany this discrimination has always been recorded placidly and the army has served for a decade. The three years' service is looked upon as an infliction and an intolerant burden upon the taxpayer public. This attitude of the army has disturbed the statistician, decided for a decade or more, and another disturbing feature is the raid falling off of male births. Dr. Bertillon, the criminologist and statistician, decided for a decade 230,000 conscripts in 1922, there should be 481,000 male births in that year. As a matter of fact the births fell short by 50,000 of this estimate, so had the conscripts available in 1922. There is just a possibility that the pressure of public opinion may effect a change in the compulsory militaryism of France, or in certain that France will have to take unusual steps to maintain its standing among European nations. The supply of blacks who are hungry for active militarism is a powerful force for active militarism, while fighting strength amounts to something over half a million, an addition of 300,000 is noteworthy. Suppose France were to depend upon volunteers for her standing and ambition, but the sluggish fall off enormously and the semi-savage element from Africa and South America would increase proportionately. The native sons of the republic might result in France being a certain advantage to France in it. In case of war the Algerians, trained to the use of rifles and machine guns, would fight with the French, and the French would pose 200,000 black men were killed in an engagement in which 20,000 of the enemy, Teutons or otherwise, were slain, it would actually mean a gain of 500,000 France for the white forces would withstand. Europe cannot afford to let France bring any great portion of this army to black auxiliaries to her own shores without taking some precautionary measures. The French pressment would have to be enlarged or that she, too, should enlist a black force in her colonies of equal strength. At the same time the French army and the French pressment up the army cannot regard the importation of this vast government instrument dispassionately. Revolution is no longer chronic in France, but when he is in power he must resist against possibility of an unrising the present diffusion of radical ideals in the army and the unspoken protest against militarism that is smoldering in the army and will fan itself into menacing proportions. Of course the military authorities and the executive staff of the government can see the supreme advantage of enforcing the pressment, it is to be doubted that the "tainted" white army will see it in the same light, and it will be a critical moment for the integrity of France when she attempts for any reason to assemble her dusky husband on her own soil—The Chicago Tribune. BIG SOCIETY EVENT. All Washington There—Mrs. E. H. Morris Honored. Among those present were: Register Henry Lincoln,opter. Recorder and Mrs. Henry Lincoln,opter. Recorder and Mrs. and Mrs. John C. Dancy, former register and Mrs. W. T. Vernon, Judge and Mrs. R. H. Torrell, Collector and Mrs. Whiteh er, Collector and Mrs. Whiteh er, W. H. Lewis, Dr. and Mrs. A. M. Curtis, Assistant District Attorney James A. Cobb, Auditor and Mrs. R. W. Tyler, Mrs. Henry L. Bailley, Cabanis, Dr. and Mrs. Henry L. Bailley, Cabanis, Dr. and Mrs. Roscoe Conkling Bruce, Dr. and Mrs. W. Bruce Evans and Miss Lillian Evans, Dr. and Mrs. J. C. Dowling, Dr. and Mrs. J. Dowling, Dr. and Arthur Grad, Dr. and Mr. C. Fry, Dr. and S. A. Ward, Rev. and Mrs. J. M. Waldron, Rev. and Mrs. T. J. Brown, Rev. and Mrs. F. J. Grimke, Rev. and Mrs. John Hunt, Assistant Register Cyrus Field Adm. Mr. W. L. Houston, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Murray, Mr. and Mrs. E. Cwill, Mr. and Mrs. E. Cwill, Mr. and Mrs. W. R. M. R. Horner, Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Singleton, Mr. and Mrs. H. P. Slaughter, r and Mrs. R. R. Colbert, Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Thompson, Mr. and Mrs. S. J. Dav Calloway, R. A. 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The work of Miss Ella Anderson, in the Real Widow Brown, Mr. Ramsey and Mr. Trimble, places them all in the small and selected class known as stars of the profession. The director of the delegation, who came from O. V. Cate lodge of Philadelphia to join in this great affair. The ladies auxiliary of the Elks assisted Mr. Charles Smith, the master of the Elks, and Mr. Joe Purnell and Geo. Walker, in making every one feel that they were having the greatest time of their life. The music rendered by the Elks' orchestra and the famous supper served by the Elks' political association, Mr. Tom Jackson, will ever be remembered by those present. Among the members of the company present were Miss Ella Anderson, Mr. S. J. Smith, Mrs. James Harris, Mrs. St. Clare, John Warren, Miss Irene Tasker, Mrs. Mathew Johnson, Miss Jennie Hillard, Miss J. T. Smith, Miss Rosanna Alexander, and Mrs. T. Smith, guest Mrs. E. 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SNOW HILL, Ala.—The eighteenth annual commencement of the Snow Hill Normal and Industrial Institute, Willis, came to a close yesterday with the graduation of eleven young people from the normal department and four from the industrial divisions. The annual address was given by the Clarke to the Agricultural and Mechanical College, Normal, Ala. The commencement sermon was presented by the Rev. M. M. Wood, pastor of the white Baptist church, Burman, Ala., which was based on the theme "Faith's Gifts," in text, "Such as I have, give I unto you." Throughout all the exercises, the music furnished by the boys' glee club and choir, and the cultural department and tursiture. The program of the literary and religious societies Monday was well rendered by the young men and women. Prof. Locke delivered the annual admonition for the students, a prize of ten dollars and the Trinity church, Boston, prize on Tuesday night and Wednesday night, respectively, drew large audiences, and have become princesses. The Peace prize of ten dollars was won by Ransom Johnson, over three other contestants. The Trinity church was the winner of the prize won by Lela Duna and Edmond O'Neal respectively. The program for commencement day was filled with more than usual interest in the subjects questions relating intimately to the work they had done in the industries. Frank Jesse Carter, Tilden, Ala., delivered the salutatory and Minnie Magnolia Long, the valedictory ad Other members of the graduating class took for their subjects: "A Woman's Education," "Lucille Sayage," "Truck Gardening, a Prosperous Business," James William Stokes; "The Value of a Trade, Hattie McClure," "The Value of Men's Mountments on the Farm," William James Cheesboro; "Our Part in Building Good Schools," Brunetta B. Cunningham; "Confidence Necessary to Render Services," Steven Sten; Prof. William H. Clarke, dean of the Agricultural and Mechanical College, Normal, Ala., and one of the best pre-graduate schools in Pennsylvania, the annual address, Dean Clarke is a graduate of Lincoln University, Pennsylvania, having done considerable other work. He has had charge of the academic work at the Kentucky Normal and Industrial Institute and the A. & M. College in this city, and is a part of the church, school and home in the development of the race and the fact that education was conceded to have been of first importance. In the course "The church shall yet learn from the school that a perfect man is worth more infinitely more to the world than a perfect religious creed or a perfect moral education among us is going to affect all congregations and creeds, going to open the eyes of our people to the fact that the divisions and denominational differences are of no particular importance to it, that it brings the greatest strength to a race or people." With reference to race relation and their bearing upon the education of the people of this country, North as well as Seuth, have ceased asking themselves the question, whether the American Negro should be educated, whether he should be trained in the modern arts and industries. The great absurdation question now is the kind of assistance and the best that can be rendered the needy race in its long and desperate struggle for its survival. The white man and the black man are a unit, and should stand shoulder to shoulder in this matter of general education. Whatever may be said of historical or well known traditional differences between the two more common causeknowledgesemes races in this country and silent agreement between the two to make common cause in the general practical education and common development of races have had their entire historical differences and their traditional lines. I am not here to associate total abolition with differences or entire forgetfulness of the past. I hope it will cling to both places forever. We are neither to forget the past nor to forget the present. We are to gather strength and courage to meet the problems that yet await us." Board of Trade Passed Resolutions Against Negro Invasion. (Horace D. Slatter.) WINNIPEG. Man., Can.—No Negroes, no color problem—that is the opinion of the board of trade of Winnipeg, Yes, they are not a body, the question of permitting colored immigrants to enter Canada was thoroughly discussed, and the upshot of the discussion was that Negroes should be absolutely parred. The situation was severe in its criticism of the colored people, and a strong resolution worded in definite terms was adopted. The resolution was proposed by H. M. Belchler and seconded by Captain G. Carruthers, and follows: **Resolution Adopted** "Whereas it has been found that a large number of Negroes, who have for years been occupying land in the state of Oklahoma, U. S. A., are being induced to sell their land and come to Western Canada, to purchase land or purchase land for settlement, and "Whereas, as has been found on examination, while others appear to fulfill the requirements of such examination and have been admitted into Can- "Whereas those who have come into Canada and have taken land have not proved themselves satisfactory as far as neighbors to white settlers, and have not and will not likely assist in the proper development of our country and its resources," he said therefore resolved, that the board of trade of the city of Winnipeg strongly urge upon the government the advisability of preventing the entrance into Canada of that class of immigrants. During the discussion of this question we held in private it was stated that immigration officials had investigated this matter and were now submitting their reports to the government. RACE QUESTION IN AFRICA PHIL OSPHICALLY CONSIDERED. The following is a part of a running discussion noted in an African journal. The speakers are, we think, white persons and seem to be really interested in the topic. One is a woman who seems to be of a literary turn, or perhaps is simply a character. We give only an extract, since the article is continuous, and has been running for a considerable outstanding facts now in evidence as to the result of that great and prolonged experiment are that the Negro community and the white community are of intermediate forms exist resulting from miscegenation, but the two pure races, remain socially, mentally, and morally alienated in isolated villages in the southern states of the country to pacificenation. Wherever the continuous stimulus of the white man is removed the forms of our civilization are shed like a garment. It is surely not too much to say that the real co-operation was practicable or obtainable, it would have been brought about. Yet the attempt has utterly failed. Hosken, we say it has not failed, but needed. What of Booker Washington and hundreds such as he? Tainton—He is not a Negro, but the result of the mixture of the races of the people of the United States, for he is undoubtedly a man of great insight, and the result of all his study of the Negro race is that he is now advancing political segregation. He is the face of the great number of refined and accomplished colored persons, how can you say that the American system has failed? I admit the remarkable imitative ability of many individuals, but between the pure races a condition of hostility exists. In large sections they are literally at each other's throats. Nothing but the state authorities, notwithstanding the power of the Federal Government keeps the peace between them. A state of affairs exists in which an educated, well-do white man will take his wife and children, and a black man will allow though he were driving them to a picnic. It is idle to say that this condition of things in the Southern states is caused by the continuous tyranny of the white officials and their supporters. These partisans and their actions are symptoms of a disorder whose cause lies deeper. Miss Schreiner—What do you consider the cause? Taintain:—The inherent incompatibility of two races which are at widely separated stages of secular evolution, and which are not natural union you must in all justice be willing to state what is the racial and social condition that you propose to bring about. Taintain:—Things will go on just as they are. Why should be apprehend a change? Taintain:—No South African statesman ever formulated a definite native policy—a definite course of action directed to the establishment of permanent relations between the races. It may be doubted and South African statesman has ever conceived a definite policy or cared to look forward two or three generations to measure the forces now at work, to calculate their volume and their tendency, and to estimate the confluence of these three forces are allowed to work unchecked? McCOMB, MISS. Mr. E. M. Genn, of Bosetier, was in the city last Sunday. ...The death of Mrs. Ophelia Smith was a sad happenings, and several children. ...Mrs. Monna Willey is the guest of her sister. ...Mr. Willie Ginn is on the sick list this week. ...Mrs. M. Willey is the guest of her sister from New Orleans with them Sunday. The Feast in the Wilderness at the A. M. E. church last Saturday night was grand. The popular M. Theorem, the friend of Nora Austin, of North Shire, last week. Come again, friend, the girls have their eyes on you. ...Our friend, Mr. Jim Langley, fireman, lost his job; we hope Nora Austin, of North Shire, was at the concert last Thursday night. ...Mr. Henry Lewis, who is running a pool room in Nora Austin, of North Shire, was at the concert last Thursday night. ...Mr. Henry Lewis, who is running a pool room in Nora Austin, of North Shire, was at the concert last Thursday night. ...Mr. Louis Wenster left the city this week to visit husband people and friends. Wish wife will appear a satsar in the play. The second nine, who beat the first nine last Tuesday. ...The blind Tigers must go. ...The blind Tigers will appear a satsar in the play. From New York to India. ...A. W. Jones thanks his friends, Mr. Eddie Miller and Stenen Love for their kindness and sale in Summit by Mr. A. W. Jones, Rad The Freeman and get your own news. SOUTH BEND NEWS. Mr. and Mrs. G. C. 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All matter should be addressed to THE FREEMAN PUBLISHING COMPANY, INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA, New Phone 2880. SATURDAY, MAY 13, 1911. Some corn spurting weather this week. Would the Mexicans invigle us in trouble in spite of ourselves? President Diaz of Mexico evidently does not care to retire in vain. Remember that the democratic convention is appointed for May 17th. Register of the Treasury Napier was well honored in Washington last week, all vied, etc. We that could not attend the Napier banquet given to the new Register of the Treasury, will be satisfied with a few souvenirs with autograph right from his business office. Impeach Hardwick at the bar of the enlightened consciences of the country if we can't make it in congress. Public opinion precedes any how; it will be quite as effective as decisions of congress if laid on hard. A monster demonstration by way of a great national exposition in 1919, the three hundredth anniversary of the Negroes on American soil, is a good, sound, sensible proposition. Little far ahead, but it's prodigious—prodigious! The women's hats are beautiful again after the inverted washbowls. The hobble skirt is of doubtful beauty. Sometimes it is, sometimes it ain't. If the young woman who insists on pursuing style ti its very verge could be held down the hobble wouldn't be so bad. Now since the order of True Reformers is on its feet again, it may be reminded that it can stay on them if it cut out high salaried officials. It may as well turn over all of its business enterprises when not conducted with profit. Rent of realty will justify any investment. A Southern paper has it that the Negro is preferred as a servant, that is, as between Negroes and foreigners. Some consolation even in that much; it means a hold at any rate. J. Whitcomb Riley, the poet, in referring to the town of Tailholt, says that it is better than no bolt at all. If the great servant class is wanted and appreciated the ground situation is cared for, the superstructure will not then be so difficult. In the former days of India it was a religious custom to sacrifice babes to the streams and to the juggernaut cars. In our days it has been a patriotic custom to blow men's arms and legs off with powder on the Fourth of July. Not only that, lives are lost. We just can't see how we get along without the sacrifice. But just you ask some of the victims about it. If they like it, let's keep it up—just so those are not our legs and arms that are missing. Your attention is called to the series of six articles beginning in the Outlook on May 4th, on "The Man Farthest Down," by Booker T. Washington. These articles constitute a portion of a series of articles later to be published in book form describing Mr. Washington's experiences and observations last summer and fall in Europe when he went there for the purpose of studying the condition of the poorest people and making a comparison between their condition and opportunities and that of the Negro people of the United States. The chief executive of Mexico is not unlike the rich young man of the Bible who had kept all the laws from his youth up; yet he was lacking in one thing. The genius of American institutions call for rotation in office; not so much for the displacing of individuals is it meant, as it is to keep back the monarchial tendency. George Washington was especially fearful that the repeated offering of the "crown" would mean the perpetuity of the "crown," and thus his years of fighting would have been in vain as it concerned a republican form of government. The upshot of the Mexican rebellion is, after all, the retirement of President Diaz, a thing he graciously consents to do. The stand and deliver policy as it concerns presidential succession in our country is the unknown, yet it seems that Mexico's president has done the proper thing when he consented to quit the presidency in the interest of peace and harmony. In fact it would have been unlike the thoughtful and wise Diaz that he is known to be, if he had done otherwise. That he was repeatedly elected to the high office was owing to his fine qualities which made for the happy and prosperous condition of his country. Chicago, Ill., May 8.—Booker T. Washington, of the Tuskegee Institute, is to deliver two important addresses here in the near future. On May 18th he will speak at the annual banquet of the Young Men's Christian Association. The other speakers at this banquet will be Mr. Julius Rosenwald, Mr. John G. Shedd and Mr. Harry A. Wheeler. Many of the most prominent and important people of Chicago are to be present. On the following day, Dr. Washington, at the invitation of Miss P. Breck enridge, will deliver an address at the Child Welfare Exhibit, to be held at the Coliseum. It will be gratifying news to the friends of the True Reformers and their members to know that the order is again to do business in the state of Virginia. State Insurance Commissioner Joseph Button has consented to renew the license of the order which has been suspended since last October. The organization has made a great struggle for existence, showing that it was worthy to live. Wide-spread interest was manifest in the effort to righten matters, including white business people of Richmond, Va., who came to its rescue with moral and perhaps financial support. This fact was one of the toching incidents during the struggle. It is not often that the white people of a people will busy themselves with affairs of this kind. The order is to be congratulated that it had them in the emergency. Hon. Chas. Anderson, collector of internal revenue, New York, was among the guests at the banquet tendered President Wm. H. Taft, last week, by the Hungarian Club of the city of New York. Among those present were: Hon. J. Van Vechten Olcott, Hon. Wm. A. Prendergast, Hon. Alexander D neuber, Rev. Dr. John Wesley Hill, Hon. Lloyd C. Griscom, Major Archibald butt, Hon. William Williams, Hon. William M. Cohen, Hon. William Barnes, Jr., Hon. John Hays Hammond, Baron L. Hengelmoller of Hengevar, Hon. Marceus Braun, Hon. Oscar S. Straus, Hon. William Loeb, Jr., Hon. Henry W. Taft, Hon. Herbert Parsons, Hon. James S. Clarkson, Hon. Otto A. Rosalsky, Hon. Chas. D. Hilles, Hon. Julius M. Mayer, Hon. William S. Bennett, Hon. William Sulzer, Gen. Nelson, H. Henry and Henry M. Goldogle. It appears that Canada has finally concluded that it was best to put up the bars against Negro immigration. The authorities say: "No Negroes, no race problem." Here is more evidence of the same old thing. We do not feel especially aggrieved at the Canadian authorities. Our contention, if we may call it that, is against the white race for its arbitrary methods in dealing with colored races. The Canadians are simply a part of the whole—they are white, and who will act as white men in their relation to black men as white men act towards black men the world over. The United States Negroes make a mistake in hoping to escape the white man unless they concluded to go it alone. For that purpose no country is better than our own. If those immigrating are right at heart they will see it that way. We can be just as lonely in the United States as we may be in Canada. We may be equally disturbed in either place. Booker T. Washington in his speech at the annual banquet of the Unitarian Club of New York City, the evening of May 10th, spoke in opposition to the law of retaliation. He rather preferred the golden rule even as it concerns the race struggle. We see it as he does in part. We would make some allowance for biased notions of races as taught of the years. In fact, the race in general concedes very much owing to what is and what has been and not out of reference to some peculiar ethics that stand for superiority and inferiority unrelated to any conditioning. The injunction, everything being equal, is no less to the other man who would smite. The pact is mutual and when infrared by the one or the other we can not see why it is not entirely abrogated just as happens to the peace pacts of nations. The law is no less to the nation than the individual, yet we build our dreadnaughts unceasingly. Civilization is built by both peace and war, the seeming lights and shadows in a nation's progress and looking for the world as if the thing was thus ordained and established. From the Bible days down to these days there has been no let up in war—flying at throats. Animal life is no less belligerent. Everywhere, anywhere is the ceaseless wrangle and strife, and of course with its periods of peace. Surely there's method in it or has been in it. It may have been due to a psychological condition begotten of the intense disposition, nursed, fanned, improved since the beginning of mankind, innoculating the entire world—the united thought of man being after the voice of God; not the voice of God as we have it at times with our vox popul. It is plain that self-defense is as yet a part of the program of the respected. The man or nation meets nothing but contempt that stands for any other creed. We as a race will not be able to live up fully to the proposition and owing to conditions spoken of, yet we must live reasonably in sight of the platform of principles of leading peoples or take the bitter consequences. DR. HENRY W. FURNISS RESIGNS AS MINISTER TO HAYTI It is reported from Washington, D.C., that Minister to Hayti Henry W. Furniss has sent in his resignation to the state department, and that the same has been accepted. July 1st is the date given when he will give up his office. Dr. Furniss held one of the best paying positions in the foreign service and the very best by a Negro. The resignation, which came somewhat as a surprise, was not wholly unexpected. He gave it out when on his last visit to this country that he would have two years under President Taft. Already knowing ones are naming the successor to Minister Furniss. Ex-Register of the Treasury W. T. Vernon THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. is suggested and with some show of attention since it has been thought that he would be placed after his retirement from office a few weeks ago. We Indianians rather feel that the office should come to Indiana owing to the importance of the state and also to the peculiar political situation at this time. In event there's a tendency to lean toward Indiana on the part of the administration there should not be very much doubt as to the few individuals from which a successor may be safely chosen. This has in mind the distinguished career of Dr. Henry W. Furniss, whose scholarship and tact won for him meritorious mention by the state department from time to time. We have not many of his kind, but we do have a few. We hope those in closer touch with affairs pertaining to the appointment will see to it that a fitting successor is proposed. DR. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON SPEAKS. The annual banquet of the Unitarian Club of New York City was held at the Hotel Manhattan, Madison avenue and Forty-second street, last night, Wednesday, May 10, at 7:30 o'clock. Arrangements for the banquet were in the hands of Dr. Thomas R. Slicer, the well-known Unitarian minister, and Mr. Charles H. Strong, of the business firm of Strong & Mellon, 27 William street, New York City. The subject for discussion was "Race Prejudice" and the speakers, in addition to Dr. Slicer himself, were Professor Alberto Pecorini, Mr. M. Honda and Rev. Dr. H. Perela Mendes. For the Negro people, Dr. Booker T. Washington, of Tuskegee Institute, spoke. It will thus be seen that the white, the black, the yellow and the Malay races were each represented on the program. The Hotel Manhattan is the famous New York hostel where Dr. Washington has been quartered when in the city for the past eight or ten years. The Tuskegee educator spoke in part as follows: "There are some people who are very active in their efforts to fight the race prejudice—some people in the North and some people in the South. They are trying to fight it by argument. They are trying to fight it by retaliating in kind. If the white man curses the Negro, they believe that it will destroy prejudice to curse the white man in return. If the white man illtreats a Negro, they think that the way to destroy prejudice is to injure the white man. If the white man tries to terrorize a certain class of Negroes, these people think that the thing to do is to terrorize the white man in return. "Now there are two things I would say in regard to this. First, that is the old vicious circle—if I injure my neighbor of course my neighbor is bound to injure me in return—and of course there is no end to that pursuit. No civilization was ever built that way. On the contrary, civilization, especially our civilization, has been built up on the principle of not retaliating, of not doing evil to other men, as they do to you. On the other hand, while I believe in imitating the white man in most things that he does, I believe in imitating him, not in the evil things, but in the good things, and the people who curse the Negro are not the best white people, but the worst. The best white people are those who are seeking to educate the Negro, to build him up, to make him a Christian. They are the people who do not reply with retaliation, but who return good for evil, rather than evil for evil." TEACHERS HOLD MEETING Interesting Addresses Made by Several—Week in Society. LOUISVILLE, KY.—The Louisville Institute, composed of teachers of the various schools in the city, held their monthly institute at the Central High School building last Saturday. This meeting was one of the most interesting held during the scholastic term. The address by Miss Alexander gave the schools a filled with suggestive ideas that will treasured for a long time by those present. Miss Alexander gave an interesting account of her visit to the Indianapolis city schools. Professor McClelland gave an enthusiastic report regarding his trip to St. Louis, Mo., and of the new $500.-school building. Professor Frank Willis gave a critical of the high school in St. Louis. The choruses rendered by the pupils of the Central High School under the direction of Miss Bryant, our assistant supervisor of music, was enjoyed by all. The Louisville Cubs extended an invitation to all of the teachers and pupils of the various schools in Louisville to be present at the game between the Louisville Cubs and the famous Cuban Stars. It will be remembered that the Cuban Stars are from the Cuban National League, which the Wizards won in 1919. Mendez, the Black Diamond pitcher, held the Cincinnati National League Club to no runs in twenty-seven innings November, 1910. A week ago the bookkeeper, stenographer and clerk in the printing department of the Foreign Mission Board, located in the Douglass building on West Walnut street were dismissed. We have been able to find the clerk of the wholesale dismissal. eW hope that it is not the first step towards the removal of the office to another city. The Douglass building has been quite a credit to the colored enterprises in the city. The Falls City Association of Physicians, Surgeons and Dentists met last week at the residence of Dr. Wudhee, and the chestnut streets. All of the colored physicians in the city have signed the following agreement: We, the undersigned physicians, in order to secure uniform prices and insurance for patients to the public, and to insure mutual visitation to patients, do hereby agree to charge the following prices for services herein specified: Office consultation...$1.00 to $2.00 Ordinary day visits...1.50 Night visits...2.00 Administration of serum...5.00 This week will mark the running of the Kentucky Derby at the Churchill Downs. A large number of persons are flocking to the city to witness this historic classic. Saturday will be free field day. The day will be free of interesting this year than ever before, because the Raleigh Colston, has a horse entered. If his horse captures the rich prize it will be the first time in the history of the horse to have such anxious that his horse "Colston" will be pass the wire. It has been the custom in former years to crown the jockey and horse with a wreath of flowers and to have a horse stand. In our next set of meetings we give a full account of the crowds that will gather at the Downs on aSturday, May 13th The annual song service was held in the chapel of State University, last Sun- day, May 13th. The choir were present. The commencement exercises will continue until Thursday, May 18, at which time the graduating exercises will be held at the Macaulay Thea- . . . Mr. Curtis Daniel, who has been confined at the Red Cross sanitarium, is able to be out again. The little daughter of Mrs Lottle Lee, of North Tenth street, who was injured some time ago while playing at the Ninth and Magazine street school, is much better. Miss Nelle Hughes, of West Chestnut street, settlersontown this week in the interest of the Kentucky Home Society for Colored Children. Miss Ora Harris Kennedy, a student at the State University and sister of Mrs. W. D. Thomas, has returned from Henderson, where she was called on account of the illness of her sister, Mamie Kennedy. All interested persons are waiting with anxious hearts for the final announcement regarding the reappointment of the public school teachers, rumors of teachers who will be dropped that it will be a great relief to read in the local papers the real facts. This has been a strenuous year in the local school --- It was a large and appreciative crowd of listeners that gathered at the Chestnut Street C. M. E. Church to witness the twenty-first annual commencement of the college, May 8. There were two graduates, Messrs. John Henry Humes, Knoxville, Tenn., and Mr. Frank K. Evans, Beaumont, Tex. The annual address was delivered by Sen. Robert S. McCormick of Cleveland, Ohio. The alumni address by Mr. Chas. B. Preston, Class of 1908. Hon. Albert S. White is dean of the school. The Falls City Giants will play the Memphis Tigers May 13, 14 and 15. The management has secured several strong men in addition to those who are regular members of the team. They hope to capture one of the giants out of the series. The Houston Theater management presented a bill of davudville to the patrons this week that would be hard to surpass. Full of surprising novelties, each number offered a top notcher. The performance included one of the best ever seen at this house. The colection of the second installment of the Y. M. C. A. Building Fund pledges will begin on the 15th inst., and, in the meantime, the reopening of the second collection, the people of Louisville are aroused to the need of a first-class, well-equipped Y. M. C. A. and are rallying in a creditable way. Fifteen improvements will be spent for the improvements to be made, of which amount $6,200 is already pledged by the colored people of Louisville and $10,000 by the board of directors of the white Y. M. C. A. of the city. The annual meeting of the Y. M. C. A. will be held at Calvary Baptist Church, Louisville, on Friday, day at 3:30 p. m. Rev. Dr. W. W. Landrum will be the principal speaker and the Y. M. C. A. Bass Clef Glee Club will sing. This meeting is open to men and women and a large attendance is expected. The Louisville Cubs defeated the Cincinnati Indians score 11 to 10. A large number of Cincinnati fans were in the city to cheer their boys on. The features of the game were the batting and pitching of Circus John, the fielding of West and the fielding of Carter. --- Mr. Wayman Sherril, who conducts a shaving parlor at 534 South Tenth street, is very interested in using his business. Recently he issued a score card bearing his advertisement. These cards have been distributed over the city. The results are that his business has increased. The Hon. John P. Green was the guest of the ceremony and was the recipient of marked courtesy and was the citizen of Louisville. A smoker was given in his honor at the residence of Mr. A. B McAfee, one of Louisville's most prominent friends, and attended by three or four hundred representative gentlemen embracing every department of business and honor. He was highly entertained by the Law School Alumni. OPENING OF BALL PARK Well Prepared for Big Games- Visiting Fans to be Present. (By Cary B. Lewis.) CHICAGO, Ill., May 11.—The world's greatest colored baseball park will open on Sunday in the city of Chicago, at 33th and Wentworth streets. The new stadium will be surrounded by Somerset Oaks Sox Park, "Rube" Foster, the greatest of all colored pitchers, will lead the team against the Spaulding's, in the country. Foster has been asked to pitch the game, and the fans may see the world's greatest pitcher on the slab. Last Sunday the American Giants defended the pitchers. The colored boys showed that they were the fans they game well, but that they were up on all the finer parts of the manly sport. They are fast in hitting, base running and fielding. The lineup will be found some of the greatest ball players in the country, notably Pete Hill, who is easily recognized as the Ty Cobb of colored ball players; also Petway, the world's greatest catcher; and Pete Hippe with envy, regretting only that he is colored. Among the other stars will be Hutcherson, Pryor, Duncan, Payne, Dougherty, Lindsey, Etheridge and Fostre. The catchers will be Pierce and Petway. The American Giants are the recognized member of the Chicago City League and the colored champions of the world, only changing their name to the American Giants. Mr. Scholling has spent $10,000 getting the park in readiness for the big game Sunday and throughout the season. The grounds are beautiful. The centrally located; but few people having to spend car fare to reach the grounds. Every accommodation possible has been made for the convenience of the fans. The exits. The bleachers actually seat 3,000. In the large grandstand, easily seating chairs are placed and in the sixty-two boxes, where eight persons can be comfortably seated. There are two and two rooms for the players; each room having shower baths with hot and cold water. Mr. Scholling in any part of the park can see the closest play. The distance is high and the entire grounds are in tip-top order. Special arrangements have been made for the ladies; ushers being ready at all times to find them seats and are guarded a ladies' maid to be in attendance. Another feature is there are no steps entering the park. Walks are elevated. The trees are also elevated. Ladies do not have to remove their hats for men behind them to see a play made. The American Giants is composed of nine of the giants' players under the management of "Rube" Foster. They are Payne, Duncan, Pete Hill, Hoecherson, Dougherty, Lindsay, Petway, the captain, Etheridge and Pierce catchers. The manager of the Leland Giants arrived in the city last week, ready to be involved. American Giants defeated all the clubs they played in Florida, Georgia, Arkansas, Tennessee, Kentucky, Indiana, Texas, and South Carolina. They are proud of "Rube" Foster and wish him great success in his new venture. It was Foster that put baseball back on it. He was the one who united efforts there was successful with his uniting efforts there was successful. operated the only colored club in Chicago which lasted four years. There is no venture too big for him. Once he sets his胆子 to him, he wins. His success in getting the Old White Sox Park, being opposed by the syndicate who tried to put him out of business last year, shows that he is not only a wise manager, but a shrewd business man. He has a reputation for being able but through his own efforts. The new park has a seating capacity of 10,000 and has room for 5,000 more on the fields. The park is rightin throwing distance of 600 feet. Too much praise cannot be given Foster for giving to the colored people the finest park around Chicago for semi-formal events. The park. The Freeman correspondent asked the question, would he play the Chicago Giants this year, after they refused to play last year, and did their utmost to get the best possible big fellow smiled and said, "Certainly I am going to play them." Only those closely associated with "Rube" know of the broadness of his mind and the many gods act he is daily doing for both friend and friend. Baseball fans are expected here from all parts of the country to witness the game under between Mr. Elwood and team and the Freeman is expected to be in a box party with Mr. Cary B. Lewis. There will also be in the party Wm. Adams, M. Jayne 'Immie' Smith, Dave Wyatt, M. Snowden R. S Abbott and William D. Neighbors. Foster's American Giants Defeat Gunther's—Foster's Team Scores First Victory Here for 1911— Game Great Throughout. Rube Foster's American Goats defeated the Gunther's on last Sunday in one of the most sensational games seen last year, losing to a plate with sensational plays. Gertrichen's twice staving off defeat in the first half of the third by a wonderful catch near the tag and later driving the Lindsay slow and late for the cold feng was the longest hit sees on Gunther's park. Lindsey was in championship form, striking out a number of Gunthers men and was master of the situation the week before. In the absence of Pierce, Foster played a creditable first baseman, getting two hits and accepting seven of eight chances. one of the largest crowds of the season, more being over 5,000 present. The score: American Giants .. 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 3- Gunthers .. 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 2- bites, bites, bites .. 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 rich, Prvor. Home run—Gertienrich. Struck out—By Lindsay, 11; by Bradshaw, of Bases on balls—Off Lindsay, of Bradshaw, 1, Umpire—Peters. Time—1:55. THE A. B. C'S WIN FROM TERE HAUTE ECLIPSE The A. B. C.'s played a double-header with the Terre Haute Eclipse last Sunday, taking both games. The Tigers, wielded the Cleveland Tigers yesterday. Will play them again today and tomorrow. The A. B. C.'s are under the management of Mr. George P. E. B. Character Comedian with the Fairfax Trio. Ten Georgia Campers at the New Grand. Special to THE FREEMAN. The Ten Georgia Campers did not canvass for the Grand, but just kept their feet in motion at the New Grand Theater, from start to finish, as the closing act of the show last Monday evening. Garlene Bowens, the star of the organization's Harriet McIntosh, the leading lady, were quite responsible for the greater part of science in modern buck dancing, which this troops deserve genuine goods. The singing, too, was genuine, but showed up well under different shades of color from lights that were not too exactly tected. Miss Ringgold's singing well put over, and Mr. Bowens' dancing and skate sliding was finished art to the purpose. Miss Ray Samuels, with a very good pickanimals, was another good turn, and Samuels deserves a lot of credit for training a set of youngsters to such good perfection in these days, when children are so willing to head the head. Miss Samuels' song was also good. The Four Lincoln's, in singing instrumental and comedy changes, were good, but their comedy was bad. It is seldom there in the musical acts one bill, but the Nullini Sisters, who opened the bill, were also good musicians, and they were with the aid of a piano, and the saxophone. Of these three white acts, Paul Bauman, a black-face comedian, easily made good his monologue imitations and dancing, which had quite a task this week, managed to pull through creditably. A Lively Bill at the Monogram The Monogram Theater provided a unique bill, which opened the week to good business. It is a typical Southern home movie, which appeals to colored foliage only. The fun by cracking hard-shelled jokes from away back, which, judging from M. H. H. MADAME HURD FAIRFAX, Double-Voiced Prima Dona with the Fairfax Trio. Special to THE FREEMAN "The Wolf" and a Song Review at the Pekin. The Howard Amusement Company on the Broadway engagement at the Pike Theater in the City. I am a French-Can- dian drama, in which I star. Howard dian drama, in which I star. Witt is appeared as the star, and I will be leading lady, and their work we are celebration fine. The rest of the also have satisfaction. The most Pekin Stock Company also made its final appearance at this house in a song review, in which Allie Gillam, Gilly Hillley, Clarence Tisola, W. C. Coleman, Lottis Grubby, Fanny Wise, Marie Burton, Lottis Grubby, Ada Banks, Maggie Davis, Ada Adey Brown, Ethel Marlowe and Daisy Brown, Ethel Marlowe and Daisy Brown, an augmented orchestra, put on a mixed high-class vaudeville next and there will only be one performance. Iowen M. Lawson, the composer of Cincinnati, is in the city, but will probably leave for New York City shortly. Goodman's Samoan Girls are at the Bijou Dream this week. Henry Cramer, a young singer and writer, made his debut in vaudeville the Crescent, New York, May 1, singing his own compositions. Ten Dark Knights are at the Willard Theater. Manager Henderson Smith, who is now enjoying good health again, has pur- chased a new home on Wabash avenue. Manager W. A. Thomas, of the Congen- King, will open his season at Butte, Iowa, May 29, with band and orchestra, carrying fifteen people. Clemo, who played the National, May 1, had an accident in a fall, but has re- covered. Miss Bessie Eddington, of Clemo and Clemo, is now working single. Frank Rogers, the ventriloquist, has finished the Orpheum Circuit. He has in lived in the city to open on the As- sociation time in Racine, WIs, at an early date. Mr. Thomas, formerly manager of the Kentucky is now closed, is seriouly ill. He is said to be an old time performer, and his old friends are planning a benefit. The Prince Trio played the Hamilton and Virginia Theater to head the bill at the Archer Theater the week. This trio has been doing good comedy work. Williams, and ones are at the Sewer Theater, Memphis, Tenn., working in the stock company. W. Roger Jones is sing- ing 'Till Change the Thorns to Rose' on the bill were the Russels, the James Sisters, Bessie LaBelle and Laura Smith. From all accounts and rather sudden authority, Miss Abbie Mitchell and Kemper Harrelle, a violinist, are to give a virtual Institutional Church Monday evening, May 15, which will, no doubt, be attractive. VICE President Will Washington of the Goats, entertained in their rooms as his guests, Jesse A. Shipp, Sylvester Russell and Billy Brown of the Era Quartet. The faculty of Lincoln High School of Kansas City, is to give a May festival May 19, on which occasion Coleridge Taylor's "Haiwata" is to be sung. Mr. Harry T. Burpole, the National baritone, of New York, will be the soloist. Others will be William Hackey ten, tenor; Chicago; Miss Blanche Tancy soprano, and Desdemona. West, accomplish both of Kansas City. The event will be given in costume under the direction of Gerald Tyler. The process will be given to equip a play ground for colored children. GALA WEEK OF B. O. P. E. MAY 8 Majestic the Theater at Spring, Ark (By Oscar C. Carter.) --- --- Sure sign of summer—the revival of the airdromes. At the Auditorium theater, Philadelphia, John T Gibson. Doctor & Robison at the Colonial theater, New York, this week. Billy Ward is sometimes styled the "Black Deckstader." Now in Charlotte, away The only P. G., that's Lower was in evidence with his band of musicians, who played for all that was out. The show hit the town on Sunday, but it was a fine day. Everybody knew what that means. The boys were in his glee doing most everything they were be enough to do. They were joined by the city fellows. The well-known Mallory Bros. have been doing a little turn in the city. Marcie Bolden is scoring a success in Holborn, N. J., this week featuring the latest song hits. Who said Billy Kersand, the great, was out of business? Well, hardly; he appears in for keeps. Kelly & Davis made a big hit at the 14th street theater, New York, last week. At the Savoy theater. Madams Cordella McClelan and Laura Moss are giving zest to the business down in Jacksonville, Fla. The Airdome opened at Asbury Park, May 15th, under the management of B. Butler for the summer season. Miss Senora McClain is making a very satisfactory Indian belle. In Louisville this week at the Houston theater. Johnson & Wells, who scored an unequal success on Pantages circuit, are now built for eight weeks through the west. Sam Patterson with the Watermelon Trust, reports that the act is scoring wonderfully through the east on the big Brown & Jones have a good song and dance and greatly please the audience at the Crescent theater, New York, last week. Helen Marshall scored a big hit with the song "That's Why They Call Me Shine" at the Lincoln theater, New York, last week. Antele Victor was seen conspicuous among the Lowery band bunch with the Wallace-Hagenbeck shows this week in Indianapolis. They say that she is proving that's the stuff in her. Who? Why Florence McClain. In Louisville, this week at the Houston. That Frank Montgomery is a wonder. He's right next to Bert Williams. One of the drolest funniest in the business. In Louisville at the Houston. A C. Brooks, ventriloquist and mimic, appeared at the Imperial theater and Wooldell Auditorium, West New York, last week and scored as usual. The Smart Set Co. open at the Majestic theater in New York, Monday, for a two weeks with S H Dudley and Aida Overton Walker and Ella Anderson. Thompson and Sims at the Crown Garden, Indianapolis, this week. Thompson is fine as a straight man. Sims is the coming comedian of the Negro stage. Claude Winfree is another coming comedian, his dancing creates a riot. As a careless dancer he has no superior. At the Crown Garden, Indianapolis, this week. The Cubanabo Trio, The Brinkleys, Susie Sutton, Jeff De. Mount are at the Auditorium Theater, Philadelphia. By a general request were held a second week. Burton and Chatham, the boys are getting along, making it fine. They are a team, the Vickies. They express thanks to those that extended sympathy in a needy time. The Cox Trio just closed an eight weeks' engagement on the Barrasso time. Now filling eight weeks engagement at Royal theater, Memphis, Tenn. Doing good with that song and "Got Your Number." Mack & Babb—Mille and Mary—are still playing week stands with "Hal, Huns Georgia Minstrels." This is our last week and we are pleasing them as we listen to have them laughing when we say, goodbye. Emmer Bowman with the Billie Burke公司, May 8th, Grand opera house, Davenport, Iowa, May 9th. Greene's opera house, Grand Rapids, May 10th; Fosse's opera house, Grand Junction, May 11th; Loehrman theatre, St. Joseph, May 12; New grand theatre, Sioux City. Mr. Charles Garr, with the Star Amusement Company, who was one of the Slim Princess Opera Co. at the Grand opera house a few months ago, is now singing a big song hit, "Let Me Live and Die in Dixie Land," at G. A. R. hall, Cumminsville, O., Tuesday, May 16th. The John Berry, the colored Alwera, has been a continued success for the last five weeks at Siegel's Orpheum Theatres in Madison, after playing two years and at the Hull Hall. Hull two weeks at the Chelsea Theater, under the management of Mr. Harry Bond. Mr. Ed Ele, general manager of the Bearry and Hood Amusement Co. of Madison, Tenn, has sent Madame Tyler Cufford to the Southern Quartette, O. McDaniels and Charles Hillmass, the musical director to Greenville, Miss., to open their house. The manager of the Gem Theater, Jesseville, Fla., would like to know of the names of the class-paper formers who to work with them. We refer to the readers of The Freeman, who doubtless will see his note and who can give him the information wanted. William E. Jones, the versatile singer of popular songs, will introduce all the hits he at *Asbury Park*, J. during the summer, including "Some of These Days," "Piano Man," "Lost Chorod," "Gee, Isn't it Great to Meet a Friend from Your Home" and "Think It over Mary." Frank Montgomery and his set are making him down in Louisville, Ky. Fryer Montgomery is the town, owing to her Percival Mc. a male character. Other members of the company are also said to be making up as leading Woodworking is coming up all right in his part. The Fairlair Trio at the Crown Garden, Indianapolis, does good work. The female singer is a very good singer, usese two voices, a soprano is supremely high and wins great applause. To build strength and strength, but she an artist would satisfy everybody when she plays contrituto or uses her lower voice. The boy also has a beautiful voice. The Great Billy Kersands Co., assisted by the Lockharts, Thomas and Ada, opened the Gem Theater at Jacksonville. Flas. last year. Everything was fine form and the company. The stage manager and is putting the show on right. Hunt Duffy and Burt are out of the new home. W. O. White is manager. Fair indies and brave men all on richly magnified afternoons in the days of old when knights and boud, were a part of usual circ parade. The parade was sady missed. It had been thought that no circ parade was complete without one. Well, perhaps the passing of the full-end instrument was a prechance on the instability of all greeks. A looker on the face-Ha-green parade in Indianapolis. The great Wallace-Hagenbeck show was in Indianapolis last Monday. The business was great; people were turned away. The only P. G., that's Lowery, was in evidence with his band of musicians, and loved to lay down what was out. The show hit the town on Sunday. It was a fine day. Everybody knows what that means. The boys were in high fashion most everything they were big enough to do. They were joined by the city fellows. The well-known Mallory Bros. have been doing a bury the stage near their home. The boys have been doing every once in a while they break out into the old-time business. Wouldn't be surred to see them again in all their glory illuminating the stage as former days. The Mallory Bros. gave one to draw to. They were a pair of refined actors whose work was eminently factory. Their stage partners— their wives were quite as refined and as clever. Charles P. Bailey, of the Central Theatre and the Atlanta Ga., is very much put out to know he has been assailed in the public print by what he calls unreliable parties. He very much to say regarding the nature of the show against that of Burtton and Chatman. He denies mistreatment of the men. He insists that they were prompted to do what they did in order to make it hard for him. The Freeman takes pleasure in saying the above as a matter of putting a bet on the outcome of the game, but extent that there are two sides. It is not our policy to enter a controversy, especially such as will create ill feelings. We wish all success. People love excitement, some of them more than others. Their sense of curiosity must be satisfied. They like the shows and such with their thousands of things to see and longing for even a Sunday crowd—the day before the opening—was great. Thousands of men, women, boys and girls rushed about taking in this or that, all apparently delightfully, and all very well mused that the show business is good for many more years to come. Bohemia has its share in the make up of the population, and it must break out. Bohemia likes to meet Bohemia. No matter about age; it there. So old men, old women, as well as the younger generation, were seen at the opening all along before the opening all aglow as if what they saw were life's stimulation. And it was, or they would not have been there. THE LYRIC THEATER, LOUISVILLE, KY. The Lyre has had a very good bill this week. The program says five big acts, including the judges, the trainer, the smallest comedian on earth; height 35 inches, age 26 years, weight 70 pounds. Watt's & Johnson, featuring the comedian, some singers, some dancers, Dancing Mayo, the greatest of them all." Waneta Wilson, the spicy soubrette. In the program, the singer, the dancer, in their latest creation, "The Auto and the Mule," a laugh-provoking sketch. PEKIN THEATER, SAVANNAH, GA. Edwards & Edwards (B. E. and Nettle W.) that classy act, are still favorites. The manager, Mr. W. J. Styles, has persevered. He is also the booked over the Griffin vaudeville circuit through Canada, Michigan, Vermont and New Hampshire. Campbell & Campbell are booked over the stage manager. Lee & Lee is here. Mr Lee is doing well also Mrs. Lee. She is doing straight for her husband, and she is comedian. Savannah's favorite, still here, is new every week for the Pekin patrons. Edwards & Edwards have introduced more new songs here than any team who has been a part of the house has been a part. The orchestra is under the leadership of Prof. Robinson, violinist. Under him are Mrs. Middleton, plano, Mr. Lance, Lemmisph trombone; Robt. Lance traps; Lemmis E. Rogers, reporter for the Freeman. GARRETT'S THEATER, TEXARKANA, TEXAS Our little stock company still maintains that class of high standard shows which is pleasing to every one. James Howling, our dainty soubrette and Spanish dancer Flower, can hardly get away after her stunts are over. The fun with her dancers is over. The fun with rear, putting on the finishing touches with their dancing upstairs, downstairs, on chairs and on drums. With the fun with cararit and dresses and can see nothing but success ahead. THE AVENUE THEATER, LOUISVILLE, KY. The Avenue Theater, Louisville, Ky., has given up to the colored people the entire upper oor and the boxes. This house opens the show with moving pictures from 2:15 to 4:00 p. m.; pictures again from 4:15 to 7:00 p. m. and vauduelle from 7:15 to 11:00 p. m. Admission, 5 r. p. If it is the policy of these theaters to give the colored people the consideration which their money entitles them to, we want them to be appreciated by patronizing the houses, no more want our money calls for, no more nor less. Go and see just the character of entertainment which this house offers THE HUB THEATER CHARLOTTE, N. C. We have with us Billy Ward, the black Dockstater, assisted by Gussie Smith, the dancing sunbeam; both of bixie theater, the Muppet theater, and of Norfolk, Va., who are filling a successful engagement; J. A. Buckner and wife, of St. Louis, Mo. Mr. and Mrs. Buckner, of St. Louis, Mo., and Our orchestra is composed of four competent musicians: Bobby Wooldridge, pianist; W. M. Green, trombonist; Jas. Harris, bassist; Harriet Knopf and violinist. The entire company sends best wishes to all and out of the profession. The management wives like bear from good people at all times. The company sends Chas, J Harris, musical director. THE TEMPLE CHILDREN. The Temple children, two wee little tots about the age of seven and nine, deserve much encouragement. They were given a tryout at the Crown Garden at Indianapolis last week on amateur night and the next time minstrel man and should be able to develop the little ones into a real act of class and merit. It is but a statement of simple fact to say that they are more worthy right now to shake the hand of the liking ghost than man the money, who are beheading the public's money, HOW ABOUT THIS? It has been said that Earl Walker, manager of the Crown Garden at Indianapolis, is setting a rather rugged table for a rather off-the-charts seems that with the exception of C. O. Harding, who is the only man from whom Walker is accepting anything from in Chicago, that the Crown Garden is being used to the entire satisfaction of the performers who, it is said, are getting from ten to fifteen dollars more on the week. The Freeman advances no theory to the extent that no question there it shall not be called upon to deny any. THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER FAIRFAX·TRIO At The Crown Garden, Indianapolis Week of May 8th. The Fairfax Trio, consisting of a man, a boy, and a girl, wrote to the writer, and to say that they made FAIRFAX-TRIO good would be putting it mildly, as they carried the house by storm. The lady in the act has a voice of resonant sweetness, and she says of that plaintive ballad "My Old Kentucky Home" put her in right with the bunch, and believe me, she certainly knows how to accommodate, she sang Bert Williams' popular "Constantly," with telling ef- Monologue and Eccentric Dancing, 12 Min. in "Two" Claude Wintrey, an eccentric dancing and singing comedian, with a splendid line of talk kept the house roaring on the stage. He is a man of great bill. Wintrey is natural fun maker. He has chosen a line of talk somewhat different from the rest and every joke he makes is funny. He is quite as much fun out of his grotesque dances as he does with his puns and wit- CLUDE WINFREY FROM HOME 1872 ticisms. He was forced to take two encores on his song: "Old Black Crow." Here is a comedian that knows how to handle his audiences. He breaks clean and leaves them yelling on each getaway, and he does it with distinctiveness and understanding. This act has 18 weeks on the Central vaudieu time before going east. Singing, Dancing and Talking 12. Min, full stage. The team Wadfield & Campbell, a hold over from last week, is one of the hits of the bill. They are appearing in a brand new act equally as funny as their earlier work. The song of the last week is used in the one they are offering this week. The two songs "High Brown" and "A Lone," the former by Wadfield and the latter by Mr. Campbell, were well received. The dancing of the team in this new act was a revelation, as none of the audience were quite expecting to see so much ability in this line as the team displayed. SIMMS & THOMPSON, 12 Min. in "One." Singing and Talking. Another repeater was that well known team, Simms & Thompson, who have intensely written these comedies that it quite unnecessary to dwell further upon their act other than to say they are on the bill with a fresh line of songs and talk, but leave the reading public to guess the rest. D. HOWARD. RUBY THEATER, GALVESTON, TEXAS. The Ruby theater is now in full bloom again, having installed vaudeville again. Opened Monday with Peary & Peary in Geo. Washington Abraham Lincoln Jefferson Lee. Making good at each performance, he and Miss Lelia Duson, singing with great success, "Under the Yum Yum Tree." Mr. Dave Lowe in comedy and also working as straight is very promising. Mr. Jake Wright, our tenor, soloist, is singing with the Dreams Come True." For an encore "Shaky Eyes," assisted by whole company. Mr. Henry Douglass our pianist, closed Monday. Helm Brothers orchestra is there with the goods, Jake Wright, his manager, Ritzler and Huff, owners. THE CINCINNATI THEATERS. The Pekin—The Gather. The Gaither has shifted their stock company to vaudeville. The Goodlooes are putting on one of their old original sketches "keep on raining," which is without exaggeration of the funniest acts ever produced around here. Same Gartner, a god monologist and song and dance artist, fills in nicely. And Miss fect. Mr. Fairfax is a good character performer making a dandy old darkeyed singer and a dandy old darkeyed song in the latter role: "Red Bird," well received. The song: "You Are the Fairfax was, perhaps by Madame Fairfax, a vocal ability. The boy in act, Harry Stafford, must not be overlooked as he hears a lot of pipes, and as a "shanker," he is up to it and as up in the front ranks with the good ones and it is doubtful if the dancing Mayo who appeared on last evening will at as a house, has anything on this lad as a dancer. The act has a pyrotechnic finish singing "Stop That Tag." In construction I do not believe that act will be improved on, the variety contained makes it interesting from time they come on until they leave the stage. Lillian Brown, who has a nice singing and dancing act, is a little above the average. This is the first time that she has worked in this house, and the way she received sheil's sure to become a favorite around here. The entire bill is good. NOTES. F. L. Bradford, Negro balloonist, has ventured out into a new field in addition to making his regular ascensions he will put a new musical comedy in. He well known comedian, Mr. John Gertrude, pal comedian and stage manager. At present the company consists of ten people, the company will be enlarged as son as god son. They will open in Georgetown, Ohio. AT THE DUNNINGTON PAVILION INDIANAPOLIS. Indianapolis theatrical patrons were given their first performance last Monday night at the new show shop opened in Dummington, which will be known in the Tampa Bay Pavilion. This is a tent show and bids fair to become the novelty of the season. Mr. Dummington has chosen a lot well adapted to the purpose of tented exhibitions opened with four acts and played to good business. Alonzo More was the headliner. As an opening attraction manager Dunnington could not have selected a better headline attraction than he did in the choice of Mr. Alanzo Moore, the elected magician. Mr. Moore has been seen working in the theater, and certainly remembered for his excellent work some few months back at the Crown Garden theater in the art of legerdemain. He opened the new place with his same mystifying and weird presentation. There was a lot of interest in him, more costly paraphernalia and positively none who get better effects. I do not THE MUSICIAN believe Moore has a peer even among white magicians as a talker while working. The ability to talk well is one of the oldest forms of former and brother Moore is well stocked in this asset. His English is well chosen and absolutely correct from a stand-point of grammar and he has the happy smile of infusing pictures through laughter in pictures which, after all, is the best "stall" and serves most effectively the purposes of those engaged in acts of this kind. There is an interrelationship history of the exhibitions young Moore has held. For fourteen years Moore was a close student of magic, as assistant to the Great Maro, the greatest magician the Lyceum has ever known, and were he among them. Moore would be proud of his protege, Mr. Moore is booked at the new house for two weeks. 10 Min. in One. Billy Brown who, also, has been seen at the Crown Garden, was well received. His best song number was "Constanty." He has an original line of talk that seemed to please. 10 Min. in One. The Turners, a man and a woman, were fair. The man getting away with the better of the argument throughout the stunt. As a singer the woman of the team made a sorry showing. 10 Min. in One. This act has just been put together, and as both performers appear to possess real merit I shall defer comment until the edges have been knocked off and the offering adjusted in permanent grooves. (MOTION) PARIS, KY. Special to THE FREEMAN The Republican convention was in session here two days last week with 1,000 delegates...Pres. Bond, of the Lincoln Institute, was a visitor last week in our city...Anderson Hayden, of Cynthiana, the wealthiest colored man in Harrison county, is dead...Sandy Boots died in Indianapolis, Ind., a few weeks ago. Was Mary Boots, legal husband, Leaving one son, John Westly Boots, living in Paris, Pearl street, No. 132, Paris, Ky....French Thomson has moved to his beau- tiful new home, one of the most beautiful homes that is owned by any colored person. A bateewood was in Cincinnati, buying spring and last week. Everybody invited to his store. SOUTH SEA ISLAND JOE AND HIS INTERESTING WIFE BENO ONE OF THE FEATURE ATTRAC-TIONS WITH THE WALLACE-HAGENBECK ANNEX. One of the most distinct attractions of the Wallace Hagenbach Annex is South Sea Island Joe and his interesting wife Beno. These people attract because of their quintessence and the educational value attached to them. South Sea Island Koe is a representative of the Gilbert or Koe group of islands. They demonstrate the importance of fire and their usage by the natives of their land. These demonstrations are accompanied by intelligent lectures well suited to the admission of high show. J. D. HOWARD. PROF. R. ROY POPE'S CONCERT AN- NEX BAND, with Ringling Bros', Circ- ity, 17; Paterson, May 15, 16; Jersey City, 17; Paterson, 18; Newburgh, N. Y., 19; Kingston, 20. Burke, Robert C. Callaway, E. N. Carter, Paul Coleman, John Rockwell, T. J. (Chorus director) Dahomian Trio Grundy, Robert Hearde, Jack H. Hull, Prof. D. Israel, George Johnson Musical Co. Jones, A. G. Johnson, Jack Kennedy, W. Goff Mose Moss, A. G. McNell, Young Nealey, Walter. Overtreet, Will Prosser, J. C. Reid, W. H. Rockwell, T. J. Stevens, L. Seldon, Thomas Stewart, Richard Sharpe, B. A. Trice, F. C. Hull, Prof. D. "The Juggler" Co. Timmons, Willie Vinney, John Wiley, Lawe. White, Leroy Mose, W. E. Wise & Milton Rodney, Billy Dorssey, Miss Mattle, Pryer, Miss Ethel Johnson, Mrs. B. Ramsey, Miss Alice Johnson, Mrs. Fay Strander, Bertha Lewis, Mrs. Mattle Tre Johnson, Mrs. Zable. Henderson, Miss Catha. Singleton, Baby, Doll. 500 EXCELLENT SECOND BALCOY SEATS. MATINEES 5c; EVENINGS 15c. WANTED! At the Bay State Hotel Summer Garden, from June 12 to September 25, 1911, two young lady entertainers. One for sentimental and one for rag and dancing. Must be pleasant, neat and clean entertainers. State salary expected and all particulars in first letter. Good extra money. Apply to JAMES ATTREY, Atlantic City, N. J. WANTED! At once, Piano Player. Must read and transpose. Can play Vaudeville Show. State salary wanted by letter or wire. Answer at once. Address E. D. LEE, Box 550, Memphis, Tenn. WANTED! First class acts of all kinds. Good novelty acts of recognized ability. Address JOHN T. GIBSON, Prop. Auditorium Theatre, South Street above Broad, Philadelphia, Pa. THE AVENUE THEATRE. LOUISVILLE, KY. Vaudeville and pictures from 10:30 a. m. to 10:30 p. m. Prices 5c and 10c. Pictures from 10:30 to 2:15; Vaudeville from 2:15 to 4:00; Pictures from 4:15 to 7:00; Vaudeville from 7:15 to 10:30. Come when you please, stay as long as you like. WANTED! John H. Sparks Annex Band Colored musicians of all kinds to enlarge Turner's Jubilee Minstrels, especially cornets. Wire Alonzo Turner as per route: Shimston, W. Va., May 12; Mannington, 13; Hundred, 15. ROUTE. LETTER LIST. Gentlemen's List. Ladies' List. As only the Celebrated Athletes, LELAND GIANTS, can play at their Park, St. and Halsted Sts. The only park in the city owned and operated by our people every Sunday, Saturday and holiday. Leland Giants vs. Set standards Sunday May 14. Box seats 50c, Set standards Sunday May 14. Box seats 50c, and stand 35c, bleachers 25c, boys 15c. B. F. Moseley, Sec.Treas., 621 Halsted St., Chicago. Crown Garden THE BLAKE Bill for Week of May 15. Liberati, Russian Dancer; Bert Murphy, of Murphy & Francis; Scott & Crosby; Anita Wilkins; Campbell & Warfield. Minstrel Men Take Notice! WANTED FOR THE DOWN IN DIXIE MINSTRELS AREAL SHOW Performers in all lines, band and orchestra men. Good voices, musical ability essential. Good treatment. Splendid accommodations. Members of the original Dandy Dixie Minstrels write. Southern Enchantment Co. T. L. CORWELL, Mgr., Room 205, Columbia Theatre Building. Do You Get Us What's That You Said? The All Star Alliance. That Scintillating, Irresistible S. Tutt Whitney, And Irreproachable HOMER TUTT WITH THE Smart Set Show SOUTHERN—IN A Brand New Singing and Dancing Production. WANTED—First class chorus people with good voices, both sexes. Also first class, chef and porter. Sobriety necessary. Address Southern Enchantment Co. (Inc.) Room 205, Columbia Theatre Bld. L. L. Cornell, Merr. Broadway and 47th St. T. New York. SEITH'S HERA HOUSE. Vaudeville in its High est Expression. We presents CURTIERS, most Elaborate Offering CHAS. & FANNY VAN HUGH LLOYD DALE & BOYLE PAULINETTI & PIQUO PHOTOPLANE BEATS. MATINEES 5c; EVENINGS 15c. TED! June 12 to September 25, 1911, two young lady rug and dancing. Must be pleasant, neat and all particulars in first letter. Good extra money. TED! transpose. Can play Vaudeville Show. Answer at once. Address E. D. LEE. TED! and novelty acts of recognized ability. Auditorium Theatre, South Street E THEATRE, TED! THE Kiss Annex Band is to enlarge Turner's Jubilee Wire Alonzo Turner as per day 12; Mannington, 13; Hun- 5 EARL WALKER, Manager. AREAL SHOW GOSSIP OF THE STAGE 6 Yorkville Theater, New York City, 11, 12, 13, 14. Both return dates. The Mc McArvers. Eddie C. Daye, the human cork-screw, en route with Florida Blossom Minstrel. Second season. Black Patti's Company still going big in the East. Press notices are fulsome in praise of the good work of the aggregation. Denslow and Santinar just closed a three weeks' engagement at Lagman The ater, Mobile Ala. Now at the Lyric Theater, Milwaukee, Miss. Taking the house by storm. J. M. Busby's World's Greatest Shows, enroute through Kansas. The show has just come out of Oklahoma and now is going to Kansas. Everybody is happy when the sun shines. Thomas Thompson, comedian and chairnetist, and easle Henderson, interlocutor, were the guests of off Copeland, pianist, and Meyers, the mother of George Walker, while in Lawrence, Kan., who is always a professional profession. Thompson played a few selections on the piano, and Henderson sang some of Williams and Walker's songs, and was as an an hour with George's graphophone rendering some of his favorite records, which were very pretty. Then we had her goodbye, after sepending a pleasant farewell. The profession. The Hulletts, Willie and Lena, joined us. Mr. Hullett is there with the trombone, and Mrs. Lena Hullett is up with "Down in Sunny Honeytown." NEW THEATER AT MERIDIAN, MISS. The Acme Theater (for colored people only) opened its doors to the public on March 31, 2015, played capacity even night since 2005. This theater is located in the very heart of the city, 25th avenue and 55th street. The theater is a game house, the first-class picture and sauville houses, having a nice lobby, nicely lighted. The theater is AI from front to back, with a large stage. Mr. Loretta, the manager, is a sauville man of years of experience, and knows how to treat performers, and knows how to entertain trios or singles that have open time. This is the first colored theater ever built in Meridian, and the audiences are PUGGLEY BROS., ATLANTA, GA. We are now in our fifth week in Atlanta, Ga. The Warblerers are making a name for themselves, the dedication of many friends. The company was royally entertained on Wednesday afternoon by a club of young ladies, at the residence of Mrs. Harris, on Yonge Street. Mr. O. Wilhelm Hegamin, the pianist and accompanist of the aggregation, is also a member of the Scott Joplin's Syncopated Intermezzo "Euphonic Sounds," this being his first year as a professional player, and for the first time he deserves great credit. DARK TOWN SWELLS ENROUTE Robert C. White, sole owner of the Darktown Swells, was made a Mason while the show was in Chattanooga. Mr. White was in Chattanooga, attracting, three free acts and the Royal Italian Band of the Barkout Carnival Company in Chattanooga, under the auspices of the colored Masons for two years. Mr. White is the orphaned queen of the carnival. The shows are all white except the Darktown Swells. The mayor of Chattanooga helped to make it a successful Chattanooga is one of the charitable town the colored people. Prof. Henry Hendricks, of the public schools, and grand master of the Masons, is one fine gentleman. Mr. White is E. H. Gillman, and that is what the mayor told us when we arrived in town. Well the show is on the way to Canada. Now in Ohio. Regards to the professors of the older Cary School of chestra. Joseph Dokes and Lillie Garrett, Slim Butter and Victoria Malone, Iola White, queen buck dancer, laughing genius, Jimmy Davis, Mrs Katie Lynch, wild cat singer, Young and Young all are doing well. Some noise when that chorus opens up. "No Taters fox has rooted the line" written by Mrs Katie Lynch, by Kate Lynch. Nellie Parker just arrived. Prof. C. White sends his wife to Atlanta, esse White sends his regards to his wife, who join him in regret. THE RICHARD AND PRINGLES' MINSTRELS ENROUTE. (By Clarence Powell.) Well, there have been many changes made with the show since I last wrote. Sydney Kirkpatrick, Pearl Seals and Eb Strangher are in Los Angeles. Kirkpatrick is a musician. Miles Hunter, the Cuban tenor, is making good nightly with "Hymns of the Old Church Choir." Mr. Hunter built a large, good nurtured—whose company everyone seeks. He is one of the best tenors the company has ever had. Clarence Powell sends regards to all friends. Clever Billy Young joined in St. Louis to do middle and his own original act in to do middle and is needless to say the Billy is making and nurturing his place, and when de dances, as only Billy can, you can hear everyone say, "My, ain't, Billy Young. When Billy is one of the best all-around minstrel men in the "biz," is back again, doing the second edition with Tom White, and playing the leading role in a neat plantation playlet, by D. Smith, and his part is a scream nightly. Benny Sparrow is also a newcomer, going the end and old man in afterward with success. Billy King left in Kansas City to take a much-needed rest. Mr. King and his partner are booked solid over the big stage. September next. Good luck Billy. Charles Burton, dramatic barytone, is quite an addition to the aggregation, but he is not suffer by comparison with the best minstrel ballad leaders in the "biz." Kid Langford, original member of the Aikido company, and his company on account of illness. We all hope him a speedy recovery, so he can rejoin us again shortly. Mrs. F. W. Simpson and Mrs. David D. McKinnon are visiting with their husbands. Abe Wright and S. A. Harrison join in Kansas City. Bartone and trombone in PASSING SHOW AT WASHINGTON. D.C. (By W. P. Bayless.) Mr. Roger Flint will be manager of the New Howard theater next season. Mr. Fred Faulkner, the present manager, will continue on the road with the "My Friend From Dixie" company. Mr. Jeff DeMount entertained in elegant style many of his friends last Saturday evening at the Dixie Theater. He was at the Dahave thea- ter eleven continuous weeks, and his popularity never waned during his entire stay. May members of the Whitney Musical Comedy are in New York City. The company will open as a stock company at Mosley's theater, in Norfolk, Va., very soon. Mr. T. Spencer Finley, the clever "Fun Manufacturerer" will return to the "boards" within a few weeks. He is taking a much needed rest. Susi Sutton is playing at Gibson's Auditorium theater in Philadelphia. Mr. Andrew Thomas of the Thomas Bros. is the proponent of the Minnesota theater. Mr. Thomas should be congratulated for having Mr. Rufus C. Byars, the very affable young man as manager. The last week consisted of White & White and Moore & Moore. Next week the Musical Vers will be the attraction this beautiful playhouse. New and excellent motion pictures are shown each night. It is indeed exceedingly interesting to note the extraordinary progress which The Wilberforian Musical Association made during its life in this city. From mere mention of its life in this city, although they lacked numerical strength, had a broad knowledge of what the term "organization" meant from a musical standpoint, and who had behind them conceived and performed a musical field, has grown this most excellent association, which, from past performances, will for a long period continue to be in great demand by the people of Washington, wherever and whenever religious, concert, or music of the very highest grade is desired. Looking backward, it is observed that the Wilberfordian Musical Association has furnished music for the Y. M. C. A.; the Hiawatha theater; the "Evidence Cranial and the Mercurians; the "Merrymakers;" the0 Poinssett; the "Napier banquet, and many other functions, the particulars of which have not come under the direct notice of the Association, the most important at the majority of the above-noted occasions, and, in fairness to the Association, is glad to say most emphatically the music furnished was of a grade soldier, and of having noted in the Association any particular musical virtuoso who sohre out far beyond his comrades. He does, however, remember of having noted some nine musicians, who seemed to understand the music so thoroughly; who seemed to understand each other most thoroughly; and who seemed to have the art of blending their instruments together, until apparently they be understood in time, tone, harmony and interpretation. And the Association is to become a corporation; it intends to conduct a school for music and art, and to provide instruments, and it welcomes the membership of competent musicians of good morals. Along this latter line, it is pleasant to note that the association and apparent display of education which members of this Association set forth even in their general appearance. It is clearly apparent that without an excepter of competent musicians playing for the love of music within them. Clearly, with such a musical organization, as this holding forth its hands to welcome students, to teach morals, and continuing to develop the high standards which it has already presented, any musician who falls within the Association is, doing himself an injury by his failure to ally himself with it. The officers of the Association are: J. Sherwin-Hunt (principal); Karl F. Phillips, vice-president and manager; E. Lawrence Burns, treasurer. The Howard is presenting wavuille to the public with great success. The bill consists of Simms & Simms, comedy sketch artists; Brooks & Wilson, clever comedians; Wells; Mr. J. Francis Moore, the phenomenal baritone; and Jenely, a juggler. Mr. George W. Battles is still at the Hiawatha and the attendance continues to warrant the manager to feel that the show business is the one of the best businesses in the world. The Howard theater closed its regular season last Saturday night after having been closed for three weeks. In the Black Pattie Troubadours, the famous Smart Set and Whitney's Musical Comedy company, playing two weeks each. Mr. A. W. Ross of New York City, has been at the Howard theater for several weeks past playing first violin in the orchestra. Mr. Ross is a good musician and knows well the art of playing theater music. Madeline Cooper and Lizzie Taylor are playing the Fairyland this week and are meeting with excellent success. The Minnehaha reopened Monday night, with the Thomas brothers as managers, assisted by Mr. Rufus Byars, well known as a singer and composer. Six acts of high quality and three reels of pictures are given. *** Miss Lavinia Brown, a prominent member o the cast and also wardrobe mistress 'of the Whitney Musical Comedy Company, has a voice of wide range and combines strength with sweetness. Miss Brown is an actress of promise, and is a hard worker wherever he is assigned. She won a place among the "top-liners." --- Miss Henrietta Vinton Davis is still reciting to packed houses in Bermuda for her 90th birthday and stage the emotional drama, East Lynne, in May, and will assume the dual role of Lady Isabel, and "Madame Vine," supporting her husband, the captital, the mayor of St. George's was honor patron, an unusual distinction to be accorded to any artist. As your correspondent has observed a number of times, it is a cold week that Washington' theatrical visitors do not include one or more who hall from Indianapolis. Ms. Ora Dunlop had that vital spark, Miss Ora Dunlop, and this week, with the southern wing of the Small Set, have these monologues of Miss Tutt, straight from the Hoosier capital. WRITE UP OF ALL THE THEATERS OF ATLANTA, GA THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. Duval Theater Sidney Solman, that singing southern girl, handed out another big hit, "Put on the show, the show." Solway knows how and does sing. This little house is giving some real shows, "There's a Reason." Next week Billy Kersands and his wife Louise, also Tim E. Owlsley's Stock O. at the sole management of L. D. Joel. Billy Earthquick is in the city of Atlanta, Ga., attending the famous Grady hospital. L. R. Bold makes all professionals at home in Atlanta He and Tim Owlsley are home even if Tim don't drink. Chick Reel Beaman, please write me your address. I know you read the Freeman. Tim. If you don't get up early on Saturday you won't get a Freeman and one will let you out. If you don't get out early they were out by 1 o'clock p. m. HELENA. ARK. Walnut Park Theater. Well, our new theater has opened with a great success, and we are now the manager, Mr. Cleve James. But our store manager, Mr. Tom Overton, we are sorry to say. After the manager left the theater, without $21, willfully run away, without telling anybody he was going; and did not give the manager any notice. But he left Mr. James FRANK HENDON, THE HUMORIST (1) Dear Hendon--I stopped going with you because you couldn't read, and I stopped writing to your friend, Mr. Bacone because he couldn't write--Princess Alert. A--I cannot read and I'm frank about it. I can't remember Brooks would write some of these days. (2) Dear Hendon--If Mr. Irvin Miller would call the Smart Set Co. No. 1 Dud goats; No. 2. Write your goats what would he the Rutus Rastus Co.—Betrice. A--Use your own judgment, Be. THE BRIDGES STOCK COMPANY. Houston Theater, Louisville, Ky Chas. Bridge's Stock company in a new musical oddity entitled, "School Days in Coontown," is starting their their Wilson and Borys in the Borys theater the Wilson and Borys are still holding them down Stella Barnes is the leading lady. Carrying twelve people. Gentrude Bridge's Bridge is making them laugh with his funny shape, playing "Black Jesse James." Managers wanting dates write the theater, 914 W Walnut, Louisville, KY. ITEMS OF RACE INTEREST. The Bureau of Insurance of Richmond, Va., by way of its able commissioner, Hon. Joseph Button, has seen the license of the Order of True Reformers. Much of this is due to the number of General Thomas Newsome and the Corial co-owner of the very able attorneys, Hon. R. Ebyr and ex-Governor A. J. Montague, coupled with the friendly attitude of the white officials in this state. After all, color prejudice is not contested in the United States, and no doubt the feeling against them is just as strong in Europe as in America if the blacks were to be found in the country in anything like the numbers they are in Europe, the latest act by which black soldiers are barred from a function in which all soldiers of the empire are represented, is evidence of this, which these loyal servants of the Crown are held—Lagos Standard, West Africa. H. W. Grant, of Washington, D. C., says the convention which will be held in Indianapolis from May 17 to 19, influence, will be for the purpose of dissuading Negro democrats throughout the United States, also whether or not Negro democrats shall have the same right to vote at all national, state and county primaries as are enjoyed by white democrats. Grant and a national chairman and a national committeeman for each state will be selected. He is secretary of the executive committee. Wilberforce won the recent inter-collegiate debate against North University, of Atlanta, Ga. The subject was solved. That a Constitutional Armand- ment Should Be Passed Providing for the Election of United States Senators by Popular Vote, and was ably discussed by the Congress. Clark affirmative and Wilberforce the negative side of the question. Messrs. Cuningham, Hardgrove and Arnold represented, Dirk and Messrs. Cuningham and Dirk represented Wilberforce. Wilberforce received the unanimous vote of the judges. Clark, although defeated presented a strong argument. The debate was between Wilberforce and enthusiasm was high. The judges were Judge Howard and Mrs. Geyer-Dodds, of Xenia, and Hon. Wilbur King, of Columbus. At the meeting of the Carnegie Hero Fund Commission at Pittsburg, May 1, the following Negroes received medals for their service. A medal was awarded a medal; he saved Mr. E. Reynolds Smith from train at Sartanburg, S. C., May 26, 1910. Bronze medal and $2,000 as needed for educational purposes. N. Peter Lugen, 14, saved from drowning Tony Resso and Joseph Maggio at Dunkirk, N. Y., February 4, 1910. Bronze medal and $2,000 for educational purposes. Charles F. Falvey, 10 (died), attempted to save William W. Hook from drowning and $2,000, C. June 21, 1909. Bronze medal to father. Wallace G. McVey, 29 (died), attempted to save Edna H. Olds from drowning, browning medal and pension of $50 a month to widow. Carroll M. Kester 16 (died), attempted to save Harold G. Cottrell from drowning at Des Moines, Ia., June 18, 1910. Bronze medal to father and $1.200 to liquidate mortgage. Bronze medal to father, assisted in saving from drowning Louise Griffin, Catherine Ford and Mary Daugherty, at West Gloucester, Mass., August 6, 1910. Silver medal to mother and $1,000 as --- PIQUA. O. Special to THE FREEMAN The Bider Wolf evangelical campaign has wrought wonders for our town and vicinity. It is likened unto the day even unto day of pentecost when every race of people is baptized, every race of people were forgotten and every creed was lated aside. Racial feelings, seemingly forgotten for awhile and five and six thousand people guide us night after night as we serve praises to God. We have read a great many speeches and read a number of books about this great burning question of the age, as a whole, during pristine times. Our great political leaders and our great $statesmen, teachers' and professors of both races, yet at times there seems to be a widening of differences as far as a whole, during the service of Jesus, with a population of about 15,000, and we will say that prejudices exist here about as great as any town in the state of Ohio. During the service of Jesus, we weeks before, both races have been brought to a more mutual feeling, attending to work together for better reformation and the ladies of both races have been brought to a great work can be done in such a great work can be done in such a short time as in Quique, it can be done in any city of the United States. So the religion our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for the black and white man both alike and would be lovely...Mr. Berry, leading a meeting with a wife visiting a few days with Mr. and Mrs. James Johnson, of West Boone street...Mr. Wheeler, of Dayton, O. president of Kirk, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Gregg, wife of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Cleveland, O. to spend Sunday with her husband, Mr. Arthur Smith...The Thimble Social will be entertained by Mr. Geo. Green Thursday afternoon, Mr. George, the Autumn Leaf Club Tuesday afternoon. Dainty refreshments were served. YOUNGSTOWN, O. Special to THE FREEMAN Mrs. J. H. Moore, of Covington street, is suffering from an accident caused by carbolic acid, seriously burning her face. Mrs. Gains Williams is on the sick list. Mrs. Gains will be writing this writing....The Chrysanthemum Club met at the residence of Miss Rhoda Holmes Monday evening. The meeting was held on Hine street, in the brick of Hine street, is on the sick list. ...Miss Ronie Kelley is the guest of relatives in Cleveland this week....Mrs. George Logan, of 327 Clyde street, celebrated her 100th anniversary in a farron. The family grandchild and near friends and Mrs. James Franklin, of Erie, Pa., were present....The Tabernacle Baptist church, Griffith street, the pastor, special services were held Sunday morning. M. E. Smith preached in morning and evening; Rev. G. L. Smith, of Newcastle, preached at 3 p. m., and two new members were in. The Missionary Society gave live sermons and a musical performance and it was a financial success....J. H. Bobson is at his home, West Ray ave. with rheumatism. Invitations have been issued to the grand May ball and reception to be given in Excelsior Parlors, May 30, 1911. The Ohio orchestra will furnish the music. Committee: Archie Thomas, C. E. Teece, Geo. Seeming, Harry Hawkins, C. Hamman, John McGee, and West Myrtle avenue received word Tuesday evening of the death of his niece, Miss Edith Hamilton, in Mt. Vernon, O. Thomas Bouber and Mrs. M. A. Morris. DES MOINES (IOWA) NEWS. Special to THE FREEMAN WANTED! PERFORMERS who can work in Stock and Vaudeville, male and female, singles and doubles. Must be ladies and gentlemen. Send photos, and state all in first letter. Fares if I know you. Two shows nightly. No fancy salaries and no Sunday work. Address BILLY HENDERSON, Manager Dunbar Theatre, Columbus, Ohio. WANTED! Forty performers—Florida Blossum Co.—male and female musicians who double B. & O. or B. & S. Performers whose applications were not answered, write again. there were reasons. We will carry a two-car show this season. Contract jumpers and boozers save stamps. Address DOUGLASS & WORTHEY, 361 Fourth Street, Macon, Ga. Good performers to open Pekin Theatre, April 1. Six to twelve weeks work. Don't write if you have played Memphis. Essary & Hood, Leasees. Address E. D. Lee, Mgr., 98 S. Fourth St. Memphis, Teen. The Freeman Indorses this House 325-327-329 Indiana Ave., Indianapolis. Coming to Your City Soon THE GREAT A. G. ALLEN'S FAMOUS MINSTRELS The Show that has Made all the South Laugh Opening for first class musicians and performers at all times. Those doubling in brass preferred. Salary sure. We never close. State all you can do in first letter. Address GEORGE W. QUINE, Mgr., Mail forwarded each day to show. Hazen, Arkansas. Look! Look! Savoy Theatre, Memphis, Tenn.; Mystic Theatre, Hot Springs, Ark.; Royal Palm Theatre, Greenville, Miss.; Amuse U Theatre, Vicksburg, Miss. Twelve to twenty weeks work to first class performers who can work to first class auditions.ocs. A barrasso first class producers, 100 first class acts of all kinds. Prefer people who can work in Stock, for Fred. A. Barrasso's Tri-State Circuit, "GROWING EVERY DAY." The only manager in the South who controls and owns all of the houses. Write to day for a long engagement. I pay all transportation after joining. Address Fred. A. Barrasso, General Manager Majestic Theatre, Hot Springs, Ark. Continuous Vaudeville, Moving Pictures FINEST THEATRE IN AMERICABUILT FOR COLORED PEOPLE Want to hear from all colored acts Grand Amusement Company 3110-12 S.State St., Chicago, Illinois Frank Crowd, Owner and Manager, MRS. CORDELIA McCLAIN, Producer and Stage Director. LAURA MOSS, Assistant. Jacksonville, Florida. SHEET-MUSIC FREE CATALOG OF 100 Picked Popular Songs, Rags and Waltzes selected from latest Season Hits. Free Catalog. Write to-day for one. THE WM. FOSTER MUSIC COMPANY 3025 STATE ST., CHICAGO, ILL. JEFF SWIFT T. B. McCRAY Romania Hotel and Cafe After Theatre Parties a Specialty. State's Buffett James Luric 8759 State St.. Chicago, Ill. Phone, Douglas, 746. Music from 7:30 p. m. to 1 a. m. Wheeler & Swords THEATRES We want good acts at all times. Keep in touch with us for time at our and other Theaters. MANAGERS NOTE Let us know when wanting acts. Can arrange to book your house solid new acts at all times. Address L. T. SWORDS, Mgr. Chattanooga, Tenn. WAN PERFORMERS who can work in Stock and V WANTED First class acts of all kinds. Costumes and re- duces necessities. Novelty acts of re- duces nized ability can find wonders. State and particulars in first letter. Address and particulars in first letter. Address J. SEALS, Lyre Theatre, Thirteenth and Wab- nut streets, Louisville, Ky. The Reid House 94½ Decatur Street Atlanta, Ga. J. B. L. H. REID. Prop. While in the city stop at the Best House, the only first class house in the city. Caters to the sporting and theatrical professions. Prices reasonable. Strangers always made welcome. IN THE FIELD OF SPORT. BY HAROLD C. MCGATH. Sylvester Russell has it that Johnson house German, in five minutes, and the wasn't at hard work in the California "Mysterious Ice Man" in 15 minutes. Maybe he was. Maybe he wasn't. The first match was refereed by Benni New York is soon to have the greatest stadium in the world. It will be the greatest team in the ground. Basketball and other ever planned. Baseball and other features will be the attractions presented. Jack O'Brien is trying to arrange a match for Memorial Day between Jack Johnson and either Al Kaufmann or sam Lunger. He is therefore told Johnson is willing, as he is tired of wadeable and auto racing. Gus Stringer (Big-in-Jun), the Merlinian Southern Giants' all-around man, forced to retire from the game and return to his home in Montgomery, on account of his parents and family disliking the game. The Giants regret their --- There was only one solitary person at the pier in Hoboken to see James J. Washington, last week. The last time he sailed a big brass band and hundreds of entourage, he was then the great white champion of the prize ring. Last week Bob Vernon, an old-time sporting friend, was the only one to wave Jeffries bon --- Determined that no English nobleman will have anything on him in the way he covers it, Jackson dressed for the coronation festivities in London in June. Jack gradually announced, not long since, that warden's suit, a white warden's suit, suits, several Prince Alberts and plenty of dress suits. He beamed he had a difference. "There'll be some to Lil' Artha when he hits the grand" said Johnson. The Meridian (Miss.) Tigers Baseball Club has just completed their training, under Manager Donnie Brooks, who reports the team in fine shape. The new manager, Mike McCormick, and everything is in readiness. We would like to hear from all first class clubs. The owners, Messrs. Eugene Richards and immie Cramer, think that this season's line-up surpasses last season's line-up, and there is some sacker, Dr. Stafford, of Mahara, is not with the club at present, but is expected to join about the 15th of May. Mr. Coke Hicks, the slow-ball artist, is also expected to join the team, is waiting to see what the "Big Pole," Lonne Brooks, is going to do with his great spit-ball. Some of the fans style him as the black "Bus" Raymond. The well-known baseball scout and umpire, Jim Webb, is making friends with his clever works. KANSAS CITY, MO. Met the K. C. Royal Giants, Game and Game. Wet met the K. C. Royal Giants in a two-game series at Shelly Park. The first game, Sunday, April 30, went to the Giants by the score of 7 to 3; in the Cyclones defeated the Royal Giants by the score of 18 to 10, in ten innings. We made fifteen hits and seventeen hits off of Captain Sunny Jim in four innings. We played the K. C. Royal Giants at Shelly, May 7. Sunday, May 7. The owner of the K. K. C. Cyclone 1772 Brownbridge avenue SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH. Utah State League. The Occidentals of Salt Lake City lost the opening game in the Utah State League to Salt Lake City, by the score of 6 to 5. The grounds beet wet, fast plays were almost impossible. The scores were held in the first 5 to 4 in the their favor, last of the ninth and two down. Outfielders Burns and Langley collided in left, causing Langley to drop the ball and Salt Lake to the score and win in the team. The Langley's felding and Langley's batting, who secured two doubles and two singles in four times up. 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The Vincent-Seeford match was referred by Will Watkins. I missed my Easter dinner, I boiled eggs and some liver, That earl I must have been a sinner, But thanked the Holy Giver, Tho all my rights were gone, That soon I'd be a winner. I missed my big car flyer, My freedom and my "honey"— Why did I ever roam— * * * * * Refused to take my money; I longed to be back home, Where Easter dinner higher, SILVESTER RUSSELL Elmer's Colts Transferred—Record of the Games. I transferred my club, Elmer's Colts from Houston, Tex., to Beaumont, Tex., in March, and played our first game in this city in our new North Side Park. Beginning on Easter Sunday and April 11, we played but one game up to the present time. Our record by scores follows: April 16, score 5 to 4. We lost. Bonami, La., vs. Oil City Giants. April 17, won, score 7 to 6. April 18, won, score 5 to 5. Silsbee Black Cats vs. Oil City Giants, won, Saturday, April 22, by score of 4 to 1. April 23 (Sunday), won, score 2 to 1. City Giants vs. Texana Tigers, Sunday, April 30, won, score 8 to 0. We are now open to all visitors. Members of Southwestern Association of Colored Professional Baseball League. The manager would add some new talent to the team. The caliber will write him at once. His address is 473 Bowie street. Elmer Woods, manager Oil City Giants Baseball Club. MEMPHIS TIGERS PLAYING WINNING BASEBALL Memphis, run. The Memphis Tigers hit nine innings baseball. After losing a hard contest with the Cuban Stars, that went 12 innings, 4 to 3, Captain Zimmerman and his fast bunch of wonders took three straights from the Hot Springs Reds. But the Tigers got out his eyes open at all times. He sent in Harris, the new southpaw, who held the Cubans down to six hits in 12 innings. The day was cloudy, and Harris and Zimmerman made five scores in two innings; but the Tigers got three hits and a home run. Washington and Captain Zimmerman tied the score in the last half of the second, and Young, the famous side-arm twirler, was sent to the mound, and he worked like an old-timer, holding the Reds at his mercy, letting them down 14 to 1. The second game went only seven innings, and stood 7 to 3. The feature of the game was the hitting and fielding of Thurman, the little second baseman. The Tigers won as Captain Zimmerman sent in Dad Washington to pitch the last game, and the grand old man had the Reds shut out up until the seventh innning, when an opposing team gave the visitors their only score, and the game resulted in a score of 6 to 1. JACKSONVILLE, ILL. Special 10 'THE FREEMAN' entertainment given at the Emery Baptist Church, April 27, and also the supper, were largely attended. Quite a neat sum was realized from the supper and experiments also. Prize for the most money was won. Mrs. has taken over the most expert experience the prize was won by Mrs. Ellis Moore. Prizes were also won by Jessie Gray and Grace Moore. ...Rev. Chavis and family of Springfield, IL, were in the city seven days, while Mrs. Moore performed several able sermons. ...A very pleasant surprise party was given recently in honor of the fiftieth birthday of Mr. Jacob Stewart, at his home on the campus. Several other performances were served. About twenty were present. Mr. Stewart received a shower of cards, also a nice present, the presentation speech being made by Mrs. Samuel Rhodes. ...The Progressive Vomit Club, at Clark, after a pleasant visit. The Wednesday Art Club met recently with Mrs. Taylor Moore and was royally entertained. ...Mrs. Belle Parrish and daughter Ruby, of South Main street, after returning from the street, after a pleasant visit. Matthew Paxton, of East Morgan street, continues to improve. KEY WEST (FLA.) DOTS. Quite Dramatic in the Island City. Special to THE FREEMAN THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER ANY MORE WHITE MOPD DREAM NO. 2 JACK DREAMED THAT HE SMURGIDAL RABBITMAN. COME BACK GAM! WHEN THE ELEPHANT ROOTS WERE REEN DREAM NO. 1 JACK DREAMED THAT HE KNOCKED THE WHITE MOPD OUT. MISTERIES JACK DREAMED DREAM NO. 3 JACK DREAMED THAT HE WILL HEMBLE PIGMENT A GAIN. DREAM NO. 4 JACK DREAMED THERE IS MORE RABBIT ANSWER THAN THERE IS RIGHT JACK K'S DREAM Everybody enjoyed themselves, especially ohn Russell, Ormand Burside and Mortimer Shavers.....John Simmons and Mortimer Shavers. . . . John Simmons hope they will not leave us so soon as they expect to... the marriage of Miss Ella Roberts to Mr. Eljiah Albury was something great could not have been better. H. Flinlay will not have been better. A. Shackelford should regards to the bunch from the Dixie Land Minstrels, in care Johnny J. Jones Carnival Company. CENTRALIA. ILL. Special to THE FREEMAN BATTLE CREEK, MICH Mrs. Kitty Harris, 27 Clyde St., wishes to thank the friends and well wishers of Mrs. James Perry, the McRail for their kind patronage as follows: Mr. James Perry, Mr. Earl Tucker, Mr. Earl Jackson, Mr. Harvey Evans, Mrs. Ross Ellis, Mr. Sol Rosenfeld, People Mansgent, A. J. Holmes, M. Hassen's clothing, A. Friend, Mr. M.ington Co., F. R. Mahony, Mr. Ludole, Mr. Milvin Tuckerman, Mrs. William Tubber, Mr. Liver, Mrs. Smith Tea Co., A. Friend, Mrs. D. Dowler, Mrs. Sarah Phillips, Mrs. A. Johnson, Mrs. Ernest Bard, Mrs. Martha McGrouder, E. W. Krugh, Basby Oliver, Mrs. Tubber, Mr. Liver, Mrs. Fred Gains, H. A. Mitchell, Mrs. Elem Lounis, Mr. Smith, Mrs. Samuel Williams, Mr. Chill Hayman, Mr. Emma Cook, Mrs. Coyk, Mrs. Snead, Mr. William Snack, Mrs. Beverley, David Burns, Mrs. Emmeline Clark, Mrs. George Jackson, Mr. Harrie Winbun, Mr. Prints Bengarman, Mrs. Anna Ben-jamin, Mrs. Snead, Mrs. Beverley, Mr. Proudft, Mr. Cairie, Miss Johnson, Mrs. Henry Basset, A. Friend, Mr. Alfred Walkins, Mrs. Mirries, Mrs. A. J. Traft, Mrs. Sarah Williams, Mrs. Susie Beailler, Mr. Bart Brown, A. Friend, Raphborn Kraft Lumber Co., A. J. Kraft. Total amount $25.00 presented by the friends for their liberality in making the ruble a grand success. The full amount $150. Mrs. M. Homes was in Lansing last week, to visit her sister, Mrs. P. Allen.....Mrs. Robert Kimball is very sick at the sanitarium.....Mrs. Delysons is about to leave the hospital...Mrs. trained Mrs. Ella Levis of Evanson, Ill., and Mr. and Mrs. S. L. Henderson at dinner Sunday afternoon.....Mr. Fred More is able to work a little once more.....Mrs. S. Henderson entertained Mr. and Mrs. Brennan, Emily and Mr. H. Chase and Mrs. Elsie dinner in honor of her mother, Mrs. Ella Levis of Evanson, Ill., Monday evening.....Mrs. Amos Manuel and Mrs. David Bwens spent Monday in Kalamazoo, guests of Miss Ida Moore.....Master Henderson is recovering from the mumps. VALDOSTA, GA. Macedonia, Macon, conducted he revival at Macedonia Baptist Church. Rev. Williams preach the sermons. ...Miss Blanche Jones has retreated the city from Orangeburg, S. C., where she has been attending Clafn University, and is one of our charming young ladies, and is told to see her again. ...There were eleven preachers present Thursday night at Macedonia Baptist Church. The pastor, Rev. Carter, said they were enough scare the way away, and they must have scared him away, and they all got the whole house happy. ...Staul A. M. E. Sunday School gave a picture of the lour last Friday. ...Willie F. Williams, asked for the Freeman, 601 Magnolia street, corner York and "The Daylight Corner." CAIRO, ILL. NEWS Special to THE FREEMAN Dr. E. S. Dickerson is rebuilding his home recently damaged by fire...Rev. the Christian of A. M. E. Zion church has been closed. Mrs. Edmona Watkins, Annie Pok and linda Robinson accompanied the remains of Kittie Green to Paducah last Wednesday, the wife was buried under the auspices of S. M. W. K. Rev. Lockwood, of Armstrong, Mo, is in the city visiting his daughter, Mrs. Belinda, and to accompany his wife who was formerly a teacher of this city home. He will preach at 17th St. church Sunday evening...Mrs. A. Clarkson, who has been on the sick last week, is much better at this writing...He will preach for a number of years has been watchman at Chicago Mill and Lumber Co., and for an indefinite stay on account of his illness. Martin left for Indianapolis Thursday, when she will make her future home...Mrs. Brown continues quite ill at her home upper Walnut street...The home of Mrs. Garrison school on Tuesday last, the victims was damaged by fire on Monday last, a petitive drill was given by the boys and girls Garrison school on Tuesday last, the parents and friends turned nicely, the parents encouraged the teachers also the purrl. ....The Yates Woman's Club Fair was a grand success and Mrs. Taylor deserves much credit for the able way she managed the hospital, which go toward the hospital, which they expect to open January, 1912....The 17th St. A. M. E. church has had a fair during the past week. Messages G. Martin Easley, Sara McFadden and Annie Dalton are attending the baptism, including the tickets....The 12th St. Baptist had another baptizing Sunday. Among the candidates was our faithful old friend the ox. Mrs. McClain, mother of Mrs. Joel Glison on 14th street, died last week of pneumonia. She was sick only three days. McCOMB, MISS. Special to THE FREEMAN Mrs. Ellen James was snake bitten last week while out berry hunting. She is much better this week....Mr. Billie Carlie lost his wife last week. He has been married to our boys and there are eight more boys and there are them good luck. Goodbye, boys, God bless you....Miss Mary Gray and Mr. John Stered were quietly married last week. Mr. George Mason, of Summit, Johnson, Glenn Moore, and A. W. Jones were the guests of Summit friends last week....If you are any kind of a race man or woman, read The Freeman, at our home last Sunday. Miss Gritton, Conley and sister, Miss Nora Aston, were in the city last week....Mr. Frank Posey spent last Sunday in Magnolia, then he returned to her home from her visit. Her friends were glad to see her....Mr. W. Wright and Miss Conley spent the afternoon on driving last Sunday. The New Orleans City, the city last week....Everybody reads The Freeman. Get the habit, boys. NOTES FROM ASHEVILLE, N. C. Special to THE ESEMAN Mr. David Wilson, one of the progressive young men of the city, was successful in passing the examination for embalmer and funeral director. The Wardrobe and Funeral Director, Mr. Wilson is to be commended that he has push and ability enough to pursue his course of study, and at the same time work at one of the leading white cafes of the city...Mr. William J. M. Wilson is to be commended that he has returned from Atlanta, Ga. While in the Gate City he was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Driskell...The new $13,000 brick church, known here as the Gate Church, was completed this week. It is one of the finest churches in the State. The entire work was done by the leading contractor and builder in our city, Mr. .V. Miller & Sons, Mr. Miller is one of the most successful and most stantial work...Mr. John Lattimer has returned to his home here after spending several months in Pennsylvania...Leotus Miller, who is a student at Clark University, is the city last week...A three nights' fair was given by a number of ladies at the Y. M. I. for the benefit of the building fund. The aaffir was quite a success. The aaffir's sins were the prime movers of the affair, and did some very excellent work. PADUCAH, KY. Special to THE FREEMAN parents and a large number of friends witnessed the occasion. The contestants were Stewart Nelson, his subject, "Life," Jas Mitchell, "Advancement of Ethiopia," and progress of the Negro," Conor Bolson, "the judges of this contest were Rev. P. A. Holmes," John W. Eggester and Prof. D. Hilbs, each orator did well in his particular way of delivery, but the judges decision was in favor of Mr. Conor Bolan, who won the best percentage.>Be sure you get the Freeman from J. J. Amos, 1063 N. 7th St. The grand musical concert recital given by Miss Roena Watson for the Tribe of Sheen last Thursday evening had a large audience. The music was classical, Miss Watson's son wrote the title of the evening and the chorus of the song suburb. . . . The musical entertainment given at the A. M. E. Church last Friday evening was Fred Wyche was very successful. The W. W. Peoria's best, Mrs. and Mrs. E. H. Hagan, Miss Grace Hagan, Miss Eda Hagan, Miss Alice Hagan, Mr. and Mrs. Harper, Miss Jeee Hagan and Miss Jenkins, of Little Rock Ark., Mrs. Hagan was served after the entertainment. Lillian Lashley entertained the Women's Club Tuesday afternoon at her residence, East Street. . . . Mr. Nelson Robinson visited Fairbury, Ill., was in the city Sunday. Mrs. Henrietta T. Davis left Chicago on Thursday. May 4, for the South. She will go to Birmingham, her home, on business, stop, Bessemer, Ala., to see her Mrs. Mrs. Davis will go to Selma to see her mother, Mrs. Mary Saunders, and her sister, Mrs. E.unkshank. Mrs. Davis is a resident rooming house at No. 18 E. 33d street. Right Back at You $5.00 won't buy better style or quality. That's why people, who can afford to pay more, buy our Hats and pocket the dif- ference. evinson - $2 Hats STYLE STARTER N. Penn. 41 S. Illinois Featured at all First Class Bars. All First Class Bars. An Especial Favorite at The Highest Expression of Saloon Service in the City. Located at the old Mike Wells stand. O. S. McGEE, Prop. New Phone 1816 Mixer, Chas. Lewis HOOSIER POET Club Room Londres, 10 Cent Cigar. We deliver goods direct to consumers and pay all express charges. Give us a Trial Order. Ed. J. Rauch Cigar Co. - Indianapolis, Ind. Guaranteed Absolutely BETTER THAN THE BEST PurityGinger Ale Imported Style 10 Doz. in Barrel, $7.00 Net. HEPTOL Comp., St. Louis. Drink Old Style Lager Sold Everywhere G. HEILEMAN BREWING COMPANY Chicago Branch 2255 State St. Phones: Calumet 1805-1885 G. HEILEMAN BREWING COMPANY For Sale in Chicago at A. F. Codozoe, 3030 State St. Geo. Holt, 3004 State St BLOOMINGTON, ILL Special to THE FREEMAN CHICAGO, ILL. Special to THE FREEMAN. SANTAL-MIDY Standard remedy for Gleet, Gonorrhea and Runnings IN 48 HOURS. Cures Kid- ney and Bladder Troubles. MIDY 7 Mrs. Lula Berry 712 W. Walnut St., Louisville, Ky., and 3300 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Ill., will have headquarters at Chicago and Louisville, Ky., and would like to hear from all managers. Special rates to clubs this year. Address as above. A full line of Wines, Liquors and Cigare always on hand. Business Lunch. Good meals. Free tea and coffee to all. When out for a good time, in Brutus Quesens, Bran Charles H. Cook, PANTATORIUM Ladies' and Gentlemen's Garments Cleaned. Dyed and Pressed. First Class Work Guaranteed. 184 West New York Street. Bar-Keeper's Friend Metal Polish AN INFALLIBLE UP-TO-DATE ARTICLE USED BY MORE PEOPLE THAN ALL OTHER METAL POLISHES COMBINED One pound boxes, 25 cents, at all drug- gists and dealers. There's a wall paper section on this fourth floor with ideas rather above the average. There are few desirable wall coverings that you can not find in its extensive stocks, but what is better is the attitude of the men in charge. They consider it no hardship to make a special trip to your home in order to better grasp the opportunities for its successful decoration. This service costs you nothing. Another thing most customers appreciate is the close proximity of the drapery section, which enables one to see the hangings and furniture coverings which may be selected to match the paper selected. 4th floor, north. L. S. Ayres & Co., Indiana's Greatest Distributors of Dry Goods. CITY AND VICINITY. Mrs. Morton is convalescing. Mrs. Ella Walker is rapidly improv- Mrs. Roxie Bell left the city Wednesday. Mrs. Samuel was indisposed a few days this week. Mrs. Kate Stewart leaves next week for Denver. Miss Oneida Washington spent Sunday in Cincinnati. Mrs. G. B. Hill is president of the State missionary work. Mrs. Ella Cannon entertained at cards Tuesday afternoon. Mr. Sheppard Rickman is improving at the city hospital. Mrs. Edward Brown left Monday for a few days in Vincennes. Mr. George Banks is spending several weeks in Anderson, Ind. Mr. J. W. Harris, of Louisville, Ky., was in the city last week. Mrs. Rhetta Moss left Saturday for Chicago, enroute to Denver. Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Broyles are rouse-keeping at 823 Athon street. Mr. George Patterson spent several days in Alexandria last week. Mrs. Julia Bowen left Wednesday for Los Angeles, Cal., indefinitely. Mr. Amie Johnson of Muncie, is the guest of Mrs. Brown for two weeks. The Happy Club street, Monday afternoon. Mesdames Emma King and Nancy Wall of Joliet, Ill., are guests in the city. Mr. Henry Brown is able to be out after four weeks' confinement at home. Mr. James McCormack has returned to the city after a two weeks' absence. Mrs. Fannie Collins was slightly injured from a fall from a swing, George McCormack was in the city a few days on business this week. The Sisters of Charity served a large dinner at W. H. Fielding's shop last Sunday. Miss Carrie Coleman, of Frankfort, Ky., is in the city for permanent residence. Mrs. Eliza Stepp, of Chicago, is visiting with Mrs. Mary Stafford, 825 Blake street. Mr. and Mrs. S. A. Rattile have moved to their new home, 4712 East Thirtieth street. Mr. John McClain was taken suddenly ill on Friday. Friends hope for a speedy recovery. Mrs Henry Jackson will attend the G. A. R. encampment at Richmond, Ind., next week. Mrs. Ellen Anderson entertained a number of friends at luncheon Thursday afternoon. Mrs. Esther Tucker of Savannah, Ga., is visiting her sister, Mrs. Jerry Mills, in Senate avenue. The Research Club met with Mrs. Susie Milligan in Keystone avenue Thursday afternoon. After a pleasant visit with friends, Mrs. Bessie Gray has returned to her home in Charleston. The state convention of the Sisters of Charity will convene in this city the week of May 16. The East End Needle Club met with FORD'S HAIR POMADE THE OLD RELIABLE DRESSING FOR KINKY OR CURLY HAIR. IT'S USE MAKES STUBBORN, HARSH HAIR SOFTER, MORE PLIABLE AND GLOSSY, EASY TO COMB AND PUT UP IN ANY STYLE THE LENGTH, WILL PERMIT. WRITE FOR TESTIMONIES, TELLING HOW THIS REMARKABLE REMEDY MAKES SHORT, KINNY, HAIR GROW LONG AND WAYY. BEST POMADE ON THE MARKET FOR DANDRUFF, ITCHING OF THE SCALP AND FALLING OUT OF THE HAIR. BEWARE OF IMITATIONS, GET THE GENUINE, PUT UP IN 25* AND 50* BOTTLES WITH CHARLES FORD'S NAME ON EVERY PACKAGE. SOLD BY DRUGGISTS. IF YOUR DRUGGIST CANNOT SUPPLY YOU, WE WILL SEND IT TO YOU DIRECT AT THE FOLLOWING PRICES, SMALL SIZED BOTTLE, 25* LARGE SIZED BOTTLE, 50* THE OZONIZED OX MARROW CO. 216 LAKE ST., DEPT. 57 CHICAGO, IL. AGENTS WANTED. Mrs. Nellie Patridge, in West Twenty-fifth street Friday. The Woman's Club meets Monday afternoon. Mrs. Russell, 413 West Thirteenth street. Mr. and Mrs. W. J. I Reed entertained their guests, a honor of Mrs. Gus Yaniths of Chicago. J. B. Williams, well known in church circles f. Chicago, was a pleasant visitor in the city this week. Mr. W. H. Fielding, the well-known barber, of this city, is now located at 330 W. Washington St. Mrs. E. B. Cheatam and sons will leave on the 22nd inst., for Danville, Ky., for an indefinite stay. The missionary society of the Second Priest, a congregation in Mrs. Hettle Brewer, 888 Camp, street. The Ladies Guild of St. Phillips church will give a whistle party at the Dumas Club Monday evening, May 15. Mrs. Callie Young has returned to her home here Huntley, after a pleasant stay with friends and relatives. Mrs. Amanda Wallace, in Hauwville, was injured in a runaway Monday, and lies critically ill at her home. Mr. John Brooks and Miss Nettie Danner were married in Chicago last week and returned to this city Monday. Mary Cameron of Missionary Society meets next Wednesday with Mrs. Louise Lewis, 920 California street. Albert E. Guey is representing the Income Guaranty Co., of South Bend, Ind, and is located in the Sanders building. Mrs. Jessie Thomas in Columbia avenue was hostess to several friends at a four-course luncheon Friday afternoon. The Young Ladies' Club was entertained by a luncheon afternoon. A five-course luncheon was served. Miss Ernestine Binkey, of Chicago, is spending some time in the city visiting Mrs. Sadie Crabtree, 314 West Thirteenth street. Homer Neal of the J. K. Neal blacksmithing and wagon-making establishment lit at his home in North Indianapolis. The funeral services of Mrs. Owens were held at Bethel church under the auspices of Deborah Temple Wednesday afternoon. Miss Estelle Wayne, of Bette, Mont., was the city Monday and Tuesday, en route to Atlanta, Ga., where she will spend two months. The Blue Grass Pleasure Club was entertained by Mrs. Maggie Hubble, in Camp street, last Friday evening. An event was scheduled for Rev. W. A. Edwards, of Pine Bluff, Ark., was in the city a few days this week in the interest of his patient, a combination dinner pail. Mrs. Ella Jones, of Pittsburg, Pa., was a guest in the city from Wednesday to Saturday, and Mrs. Jones is well known in this city. The license of Grand Fountain of True Reformers has been restored and the Fountains of the city are preparing to entertain the convention in this city in June. Miss Pay Lewis, of Chicago, well known in the city, will be bedside of her mother, who is seriously ill at her home in West Eleventh street. Mrs. Sarah Rutherford and Mrs. Louise Lewis will attend the Woman's Mite Missionary convention of the A. M. E. church which will be held at Evansville, Ind., June 2 to 10. Mrs. Robert Reed and Mr. Leonard L. Harris were quietly married Wednesday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Oglesby, 753 Indiana avenue. Rev. C. C. Wilson performed the ceremony. The marriage of Miss Mire Anderson and Howard Cottman was quietly solicited by Mrs. George Oglesby, 820 Blake street, last Wednesday evening. The bride wore a dainty white gown and carried white carnations and was attended by Miss Watkins, who presented her flowers to the nations. The best man was Everett Cottman, a brother of the groom. The bridal party entered the parlor by the strains of Gendelsohn's wedding music, played by Mr. Oglesby. The performance was performed by Rev. Harvey, of Allen chapel. After a delicious supper, prepared for the occasion, the happy couple bade good night to their friends to retire to their cozy little home in Talbott ave. PHILIPS CHAPEL C. M. E. CHURCH Drake and West Streets—J. L. Thompson. Pastor. Sunday school at 9:30 a. m. Preaching at 11 a. m. and 8 p. m. Prayer and class Wednesday, 8 p. m. Dinner Sunday, 330 West Michigan street. SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH The services at the Second Baptist church last Sunday were well attended. At 11 o'clock the pastor continued his subject from last Sunday. The sermon was on Sunday and the Sunday school was very well attended, and the collection was very good. The pastor and members of the church wish to again call the attention of the public to the May fair, which will be begin May 15. The church earnestly hope that the members and the many friends of the church will come out and help us to make the fair a grand success. Owing to the meeting of the convention of the State Sisters of Charity, even the evening at the church com will not hold its regular meeting at the church next Thursday afternoon. Y. M. C. A. NOTES. The colored men's branch is offering the men of Indianapolis a fine investment during the summer months. For $12.00 men owe out half of all salaries. Members must be until September 15th, and enjoy all the privileges of the Association, including bath and gymnasium privileges or the same for 50 cents. Now is the time to join. Plans are now on foot to introduce many novel features during the heated term and men who are not connected with the Association probably are good with Drop in and talk it over with the man in the office. Dr. H. H. Stillson will be the leader of the Sunday morning Bible class next Sunday. Every day a group of men gather at 8 o'clock for one hour to study the great characters of the Bible. Are you one? If not, come. We start promptly at 8 and let you out. The best talent Indianapolis affords will take part in the musical for the benefit of the Y. M. C. A, at Simpson chapel of Miss Frances Berry. Don't forget the date for this one will be the best ever. At 5 p. m. Twilight services will be held in front of the building. The Glee Club will be there. These meetings will be talks of the town. Time is 5 p. m., at the Y. M. C. A. DALLAS, TEXAS Happenings in Everyday Life Here and There. Special to THE FRIEND Mr. Robert Houston, of Fort Worth, addressed the business men of Dallas and cities to many methods by which he joined, joined, and a rousing meeting was had. The league is looking forward to the coming season, and the getting out a N. gro business directory of all Negroes engaged in business here. The newly elect- ed school of the Negro school THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. MOBILE, ALA. Special to THE FREEMAN. Dr. John Lee Pikens, who just completed his course in medicine at Meharry class of 1911, spent several days in his hospital in the state of Florida. . . The first anniversary of the Midnight Sons Social club was celebrated with a grand ball at the May and Timburs Hall, on the night of May 14, 1911, in the scene, ladies, who appeared artistically gowned, in their evening costumes, adding much beauty to the ball room. Music furnished by Excelsior band. The comedy troupe, in its scene, allows; arrangement, Gov. Carter, chair; W. Kellum, Wm. Cheecks, Henry Lewis, John Wesley; reception, Alfred Bresbon, Wm. Seymour, Sienny Bennille Dillard, O. Brunson, Dawson Lewis, Charlie Rosia, officers; Andrew Boyd, president; W. H. Tyler, vice president; Clarence L. Irving, treasurer; W. Munson, scey, secretary; Young, rec. sesy, Mitchell Rosia, the club deserves much credit for giving such an enjoyable event and making such a show in their first celebration. . . Dr. Bresbon, president, Freeman can be found at the Gulf city drug store, Davis avenue, every Saturday. SOUTH BEND, IND. Mr. Hiram Sorbeli of Baltimore, Md. traveling organizer for the Afro-American order Owls, was in our city Saturday and Sunday the guest of the home nest. They made his stay a very pleasant one and gave his automobile ride around the city. Afterward he went on a tour at the home of the supreme president, G. W. Bland. He was then escorted to the Colorie club and had lunch. He was then taken another by the city. Good luck to the Hoto Grand Organizer. The first nest for Georgia is now being hatched at Thomasville, ca. He was one who has been in our city for some time, and is quite efficient as a host when he entertained a few friends at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Bell, 1101% Colfax avenue in Chicago, honor of Miss Ada Rickett, of Chicago, house guest of Mrs. Bell for two weeks. Cards and dancing was the feature of the evening's entertainment, and everyone was pleased with the evening's pleasure. D. D. Pratt much better and will be out in a few days. We wish him a speedy recovery. CLARKSVILLE. TENN. Special to THE FREEMAN since rendering his first solo at St. Pauls Zion church...Misses Lula Rosa and Willie Kusse of Chicago. The II are the most famous of the Tillel's illness...Mr. and Mrs. Gee. Kimbrough has returned from Nashville, Penn, and and are now in the church. The Church of God, a new church in our city, has called to its pastor Elder W. T. Nickerson and all departments of the work has had new life since then...Don't forget your paper, the Freeman. MT. VERNON, OHIO. Mr. Joseph Booker visited his daughter, Mrs. Maud Scott, of Columbus, O, last Sunday. ... Mrs. Etta Martin, of Chicago, I. L. Wingfield, of Chicago, Jr. John Rinkew of East Chestnut street. ... Mr. John D. White, of North Norton street, is seriously ill with catarrh of the stomach. ... Mr. William Lewis has acutely suffered from tuberculosis. A few of our young people went to Columbus last week and attended the show "My Friend From Dixie" at the M.E. church May 10 at the residence of Mrs. H. Judy on the West Side. ... Mrs. Mary Gibson, of East Fremont Street is in larcine her, of larcine her. Calvary Baptist church regular services both morning and evening, Rev. F. E. Brinnistool of the First Presbyterian Church, p. m. Theme, 53d Isaiah, and administered the sacrament of the Lord's supper. Wayman chapel, A. M. E. church, Rev. J. W. Tate pastor, general class at 10:30 a.m. preaching by the pastor at 10:30 a.m. 3:15 of the Rededication." Strangers and visitors always welcome...Mrs. Bessie Pearl accidentally ran a rusty nail in her left foot last Saturday, Mrs. Suttle came in and Mrs. Coyne Blake, f West Hammack...Mr. Oscar Perry, of Barnesville, O, is superintending the paving of East High street...Mrs. Harry Lathern spent Sunday and Monday in Mansfield, and Mrs. Coyne Blake in art...Reese Bros, and the Africanders in minstrelsy and Southland open the week of May 8 at Cooper Theater. This show is one of the best that ever visited and is well costumed. The musical numbers were "Coming up for I 'gwine to catch a pig," "Black Anice Dance," "Sugar Cane," "Baby Face," Miss Elinor Wilson brought encore after encore and Sugar Cane splendidly sung. In all the show is away above the average. LOS ANGELES, CAL. Special to THE FREEMAN. Rev. J. Hagos of the Wesleyan Church A.H. Hagos has resigned from that pastorate and is now assistant editor to Rev. Wilson in the publication of the Pacific Coast Recorder. His office is temporarily filled by a white pastor....J. Hagos from the University of North Carolina from a course in medicine May 16th. Rev. F. J. Peck has been requested to attend the missionary conference in New York at an early morning. J. Hagos from the Wesleyan M. E. church the 26th was very good, and was participated in by some of the best talent....The musical concert under the auspices of Solowera College in the Giving Girls Home, justly merited the commitments of the participants. Mrs. J. M. Scott's drill of the 15 Turkish maidens was a feature of the Jumping Jacks under the tutorship of Mrs. A. Saunders....The Daintess Lodge K. P. gave a ball at Washington dance hall May 3rd. It was well attended by the students of Georgia Minstrels, is now located here and is playing with the citizen's band and Wheaton's orchestra....Pete Wood, the baritonist, is playing with Procter and Gamble's band. The citizens and drill of 50 children at Elks Hall May 1st was largely attended. Many striking features were prevalent amid gaily bedecked characters. Mrs. A. Warren of 18 pieces gave a splendid concert at Washington Amusement Hall May 1st. The band proved a treat to the patronage and the director, L. G. Engleston, the musician and the hummingbird worker in church circles....R. D. Brown a Freeman reader and formerly from the east, is confined to his bed with rheumatism....Get the Freeman from A. G. Engleston and wife, vaudevillians, are now playing in and around Los Angeles. CHAMPAIGN (ILL.) NEWS. Special to THE FREEMAN. Mrs. Woodie Mathews and Miss Alie McCormick will be evening on May 3, in honor of the musical Bryons, of Chicago. Those present included Mrs. Luster Johnson and daughter Helen, Messrs. Homer Harris, Chester Brewer, Arthur Woodruff and William Prince, Carrie Cormack and Tim Worthington, Grace Muller, Mildred Brown. At the home of Mrs. John Moor on 1310 Beslin street, where they stayed during their stay in the city. Light refreshments were seven per person. Alas, Mrs. Merrill left Saturday, morning at 8:35 o'clock for Evanston, Ill., to visit their mother. They will be gone until about June 1. . . . Only colored person in class of fifty-two, Miss Mildred Brown, will be commencement at high school, Urbana, Ill., be held June 7, in Illinois theater. She is the first colored graduate and has several positions offered her as teacher and she will probably take up one of them. . . . The second position offered is Champagne Stars on May 3. The score was seven to six in favor of the Beardsley team. McCOMB. MISS. The little son of Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Garden died last Thursday. It was sad to see the little friends grieving over the loss of their little mate... Mr. Glenn Mennon and his wife... Mr. George West Brooks and little son spent last Saturday morning in Magnolia... Mrs. Ollie McCray has opened the shop again to the delight of the young customers... Mrs. George West Brooks were quite shocked when they heard that Mrs. James was not to give her concert last week. The church has lost a good concert... Mrs. M. C. A. with Mr. A. W. Jones president, is nicely... The Juners mays are going to give a concert to get their baseball suits. Girls, help us... Ren I Mish will speak to the students... going to be a grand affair. Everybody be invited.... The cornerstone laying at the school house last Sunday would have been grand but the stone hepack back the door... Mr. A. W. Jones was the guest of Mr. Mennon and his wife... Mr. Freeman... Miss Beulah Morton was seen out horseback riding last week... Prof. A. W. Jones was the guest of Mr. Mennon and his wife... Mr. Albert Washington is one of our best actors in McComb. THE KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS, CAIRO, ILL. The Knights of Pythias of the Cairo district, under the command of Major W. A. Plummer, held their annual Sunday service at Wards A. M. E. Chapel Sunday, May 7 at 3:30 p.m. elaborate program was rendered, (assisted by Prof. F. F. Bowlar and choir. Rev. Bazie preached the sermon, which was of a superior grade, abounding in the use of the word truths. Capt. C. A. Bowlar as master of ceremonies, was at his best, and contributed much to the success of the occasion. Colored Detectives; shrewd men in every city and town. Send twelve two-cent stamps for particulars. Byrd's Secret Service, 2458 Ethlene Avenue, Indianapolis, Ind. AT CHICAGO. Miss M. Burts has opened a business, dealing in notions, tobacco, candies, ice cream, and bakery goods. She has the most of the market in Chicago. Give her a call, 3000 Dearborn street. BUSINESS LOCALS Woodbine Perfume. Oh, how fragrant and sweet. Bewitching. Only at Bldguy's. Big Sign. Stars. ADVANCE Spring Styles Walk=Over Shoes Beautiful Styles, Colors and Shapes. HUTCHINSON'S Walk-Over Boot Shop, 28 N. Penn. 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