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The Freeman is read by more than 100,000 Negroes weekly. A hint for advertisers THE FREEMAN A NATIONAL ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER VOL. XXV. NUMBER 19 NO COLOR LINE IN MERIT GENERAL LAND OFFICE AN EL DORADO FOR COLORED WORKERS COMMISSIONER DENNETT SETS EXAMPLE Methodists are Wrestling with Weighty Church Problems — Recorder Napier Defends Taft Administration at Baltimore - General News. (Thompson's National News Bureau.) WASHINGTON, D. C., Special The formal observance of the one hundredth anniversary of the establishment of the general land office, a highly important bureau of the Department of Justice, it is not popular notice, not only because of its valued functions as the "real estate director" of the United States government, but because its sponsors have done for the uplift of the worthy Negroes sheltered beneath its wing. Sky under which colored men live is often so dark and lowering, and the rewards of merit are so menger, that many of the race have come to believe that justice to them from members of race should be expected. A antithesis to this framework it is pleasant to relate the record of Hon. Fred Dennett, commissioner of the general land office in Washington. There are colored race in the land office, and during the four years of Mr. Dennett's incumbency of office, of ten of these have re Commissioner Dennett's "Roll of Honor" A "Merit System" That Means What Term Implies Commissioner Dennett makes the merit system of promotions mean what the job names and the those he show imply names and the those assigned tasks are rewarded according to ability and performance. The pigs in the room are not voters which enter into his estimate of qualifications for advancement. He has a fixed, unvarying threshold of justice, and applies it to all candidates not voters in alignment or substance. He is calm and demonstrative, indulging in neither professions nor flatteries nor patronizing with members of the colored race. A colored clerk who has been promoted to a high grade went to Mr. Dennett to work for his promotion. The commissioner has made good, and that's all there is of it. It is well that the race should know its step track of the white people in places made good, and that's all there is of it. It is well that the race should know its step track of the white people in places made good, and that's all there is of it. Of this number, standing high is the galaxy of *Nature's noblemen*. is the general land office Methodist Churchmen at Work The Atlantic seaboard is depopulated these days of high Methodist church-Bishops, pastors, delegates and visitor of every type, are divided among the three colleges concerned the faith of John Wesley. The ionites are at Charlotte, N. C., the A. M. E.'s are at Kansas City, and the M. E.'s are at Minneapolis. No small degree of local interest is shown in the anionis gathering, where Dr. W. P. Thirhold, president of Howard University, leading contender for bishopric honor, is elected, as it now seems he will be the canary at Howard. There will be no north of candidates for this very deserved 55,000 berth, to which numerous additions perquisites are attached, aside from the bishop. It is believed that the trustees are in a mood to decide that the next president of the greatest institution for the higher education shall be a colored man. With this view it is connected the name of many well-qualified educators with the place. Some of the mentioned are: Kelly Miller, George W. Hill, a colored man, Moore of the University faculty; Ros- onking Bruce, W. E. B. DuBois and Jonce Robert H. Terrell, the latter a lecturer special in law topics in the law department. If the honor should fall to Prof. Cook, where his contemporaries in seniority of connection with the school, it is said that Andrew F. Hillyer, an expert accountant of the interior department, is slated to succeed him as secretary of the institute, and he will range in ranges about, predicated on the result at Minneapolis, a point on the map that every Howard man is watching just now with feverish interest. The possibility of the election of Editor Robert E. Jones as a bishop for the colored conferences, is also a topic for general discussion. The election of five bishops at Kansas City, and two at Charlotte, will probate the part of the county he eyes. Dr. John Hurst and J. M. Conner are expected to land two of the places at Kansas City, with Drs. D. P. Roberts, T. S. Roberts, and W. L. Lee in the field, and Dr. I. N. Ross a "dark horse," who will surprise everybody. Dr. J. S. Jackson will win at Charlotte with the second place lying between W. L. Lee, J. R. Colbert and R. A. Morrissey. At Kansas City, Dr. C. V. Roman, author of "Racial Solidarity," and other able works, and who has given his opinion for the past year as editor of the A. M. E. Church Review, will be elected to succeed Prof. Kealing. The problem as to whether he is twelve can provision for the past year. He will be one of the big questions to be threshed out. Morally, it ought to be and the African bishops accepted office will be required to stay in that field for twelve years. The election of Dr. E. H. Hunter as financial secretary would please everybody, and this neck-o-the-neck in the sessions will lack for interesting features. Mrs. Shaw Active in Educational Work. Mrs. Julia K. Shaw, directress of domestic science in the Armstrong Manual Training school, is one of the Districts that have been working to build a firm believer in the efficiency of domestic science in the promotion of human happiness and takes a lively interest in matters that tend to present intrigue and interest to her. She has will turn out an excellent class in June, and her pupils are all loud in their praise of her, begging for more and more and has given them throughout the long and exacting course. Mrs. Shaw has been invited to take charge of the domestic science work this summer at the Inner City School in Pa, and may accept. A more thorough instructor could not be found. Dr. Henry M. Higgins a Benedict. Cards have been received here from Mr. and Mrs. George Woods, of Chicago, announcing the marriage of their daughter, son Higgins, Jr., Saturday, March 2, 1912. The happy couple have been "at home" to their friends since April 20, at 3635 Forest avenue, Chicago. Dr. Higgins is in residence, and he will be remembered as the brilliant son of Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Higgins, of that city. He is twenty-one years of age, and will be remembered at the Ohio State University, qualifying in veterinary surgery, he was appointed to a position as veterinary inspector in Chicago. Miss Woods (that was) is in residence, and she will be laid, a society belle of Chicago, and is a graduate of the Chicago University. Honored by Harvard University Harvard University has conferred the degree of Doctor of Philosophy upon C. G. Woodson, a teacher in the M street high school, an honor which only one of his professors, E.B. Bois, has received from that institution. Mr. Woodson lately passed his special examination, thus completing all the requirements for the degree. He won the department of history and political science, and his thesis was "The Disruption of Virginia. Mr. Woodson, who has traveled around the world, studied at the University of Paris, where he was a Professor, he awarded under Prof. Aulard, Loomann, Diehl and Bouche-Leclercq. Judge Terrell and Assistant Attorney General Lewis Fulizez Grant Judge Robert H. Terrell, who is an annual guest of honor at the Loen迪 club's celebration of the birthday of General Grant at Pittsburg, and Assistituent of the National Guard, delivered thrilling addresses Monday evening of last week in the "Smoky City" in eulogy of the nation's greatest military genius. Both were fine examples of forensic ability and the attributes to the chord in the freestruck snatch of the breasts of all who heard them. The father of Judge Terrell, the late Harrison Terrell, was intimately familiar with General Grant and was with the latter when the spark of his great life died out. Register Napier in Baltimore Register J. C. Napier was greeted by an immense audience Sunday afternoon at the John Wesley M. E. church in St. Louis, Missouri, formerly minister to Liberia, is pastor. The eloquent Tennessean spoke upon "The America n'egro as a factor in the Development of Civilization," a subject upon which he is a recognized authority, to command the President of the United States for his timely denunciation of the lynching evil in this country, and described the many ways in which Mr. Taft has shown his dedication to the better and more industrious and intelligent Negro citizen, pointing out a score of occasions where he has gone far out of his way to encourage the black American to equip himself for the larger and more dominant factor in the development of civilization. "President Taft has visited and addressed more Negro schools and Negro churches than any other man who has ministered to the Negro in any administration has the Negro had a more cordial welcome at the White House than since Mr. Taft has been there, and no reasonable request by any representative of men of the race has been denied." Mr. Napier told of the recent conference between the President and a num- INDIANAPOLIS, IND., SATURDAY, MAY 11, 1912 his hearers when he referred to the deen interest displayed by Mr. Taft in the appeals made by them for a correction of some of the evils that have crept into the administration. Out of his interview came the refusal of the President to appoint Judge Hook to the Supreme bench, the unequivocal exorciation of lynching and the desigualness as assistant district attorney at Boston. Other good things are yet to come, said the optimistic register, and it was his opinion that the colored people of Maryland were the most such generous recognition on the part of the President by voting for him at the primaries Monday. The reception accorded Mr. Napier was extremely corrosive and destructive address made an impression that is bound to be lasting in its effect. The News in Brief. President Taft ended last week with 450 delegates to his credit, leaving him with 400. He made a majority at the Chicago convention. This does not include the vote of Maryland or any of the results of the present week. The banquet in honor of Prof. George William Cook, secretary of Howard University, was a brilliant affair—one of the three largest functions of the kind ever given here. The Washington Bee is to celebrate its thirty-third anniversary in June by getting out a monster special edition. The conclave of the Knights Templar is scheduled for August 19-24 in this city. --- Assistant Attorney-General W. H. Lewis is to deliver the address to the M.U. School on the 23rd. He is to be at the Alabama State Fair at Birmingham on the 20th. F. D. Henry, formerly of the postoffice department, has been appointed chief clerk at the Freedmen's hospital, succeeding Harry Cardozo, resigned. Dr. D. Webster Davis, gospel preacher, philosopher, educator, author and humane advocate, and the Metropolitan Baptist church, taking for his theme, "Down and Out." Later, he was the special guest of the famous M.U. Club and delivered a telling address on "Some Observations By the Way." --- Bishop Walters announces that the annual conference of the Washington and Philadelphia conference will be held at Salisbury, Md., beginning June 12. Secretary MacVeagh, with characteristic liberality, this week promoted Mr. James S. Brooks, and transferred the efficient young man to a snug berth in the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. Register J. C. Napier goes to Nashville. Tenn., next week to attend the state convention which meets on the 14th. . . . Quite a sensation was created last week when Ferrol Le Duc, white, forty-six years of age, said to be a French woman, that he will be marry Miss Julia Womble, colored thirty-five years of age. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Aquilla Sayles, who to have to a monopoly of handling the "mixed marriage" business of the District. An examination to be held in New York for women teachers of the eleventh grade, when announced through a circular letter out by Assistant Superintendent Roscoe Conkling Bruce, for the benefit of the graduates of Normal School No. 2, who examination is to be held May 20 and 21. Examinations for other positions will be held at other dates at present unannounced. Bruce keeps an eye open on the benefit the graduates who finish in our schools. The Robert Freeman Dental Association office in New York, the dentists of Baltimore. The meeting was highly profitable and the formation of a tri-state dental association, embracing the dentists of Washington, Baltimore, may grow out of the discussion of ways and means for getting together. Mrs. Elizabeth A. Shippen, of this city, now has full charge of the Boys' Industrial school at Hanover, Va., and is enthusiastic in the work of or performing building projects. She has been the only times by reason of improper environment, rather than from inherent criminality. Mrs. Shippen requests are cheerful and charitable and corrections and her estimate of the appropriations needed is invariably passed by the Virginia legislature without reduction or question of her cooperation or cooperation of the best people of both races in the uplifting mission to which she is devoting her life. This school was founded several years ago by Mr. Shippen, and is the Liberia. It is one of Virginia's most useful and helpful institutions for the training of so-called incorrigible boys. EAST ST. LOUIS, IL (By Wm. G. Miller.) Special to THE FREEMAN The following principals were appointed by the board of education: Denverside school, M. V. Lucas; McKinley school, Jos. Marley; Garfield, Garfield; Miss Fannie Jones; tru- niversity school, M. V. Lucas; Jones is attending the general conference in Kansas City... Miss Flora E. Howard has resumed her position in the Lovejoy school after several weeks illness... The Odd Fellows met with Mrs. Callie Lotts last Monday. An elegant lunch was served... The Odd Fellows sermon will take place next Sunday at Rock Road Methodist church. The Odd Fellows gave a message to Mrs. Sharp. The annual service of the K. of P.'s and the Courts of Calanthe took place last Sunday at Macedonia Baptist church. The knights made a creditable showing to the Harris, of St. Louis, preached an excellent student speech and well as a literary gem. Phone 2817L your news.... the funeral of Wille Thomas took place from the A. M. E. church on Bond avenue, the Rev. Brown officiating.... the teachers and pupils of Moore visited the child's welfare exhibit at the Coliseum.... Mr. Joseph DeShields and mother attended the funeral of Miss Stella Moore, of Decatur, IL.; Mrs. Moore of Collinville, Moore visited this city in cities and had many friends here.... Major Roper visited Valley Park, Mo, last week.... Miss Albert Sharp, of 411 Browne ave. CENTRALIA. ILL. Special to THE FREEHMAN ... Mr. E. Johnson and Mr. N. Johnson were in St. Louis, Mo., last week visiting friends ... Miss L. Davis, of Decatur, Ill., is here visiting her sister, Mrs. J. Carneal. MARSHALL, TEXAS. Special to THE FREEMAN MUNCIE (IND.) NEWS. Special to THE FREEMAN Miss Minnie Kelly, of Montpelier, was in Muncie to take in the Buffalo Bill show last Wednesday. Mr. George Boyer, home on East Second street, is getting better slowly. Walter Rider has left the city. The Calvary Band is playing the 15 and 16. All are invited. Mr. Simmon, the Pullman porter, stopped at the Pekin hotel. Mr. and Mrs. Wilson are now stopping at the kitchen to cook at the Kirby hotel. Miss Myrtle Young is stopping at the Pekin hotel. Mr. Buck White is at the terminal station to play the Hartford City team Sunday, May 5, at Hartford City, Ind. There was an entertainment given at the A. M. meeting May 6th. Literary meeting on Tuesday. ENDORSEMENT OF TAFT BY RACE LEADERS IN NATIONAL CONFERENCE IN WASHINGTON A NATIONAL ORGANIZATION IS FORMED The League will Meet Annually and Appeal to Congress to Enforce the Constitution of the United States—Strong Resolutions are Adopted. Special to THE FREEMAN. Washington, May 2.—At a race conference composed of nearly five hundred delegates held at Galbraith A. M. E. Zion church, Monday and Tuesday, ringing resolutions endorsing President Taft for re-nomination and re-election were adopted. The meeting was called for the purpose of considering the many lilies suffered by African-American people to suggest plans for the emancipation of present conditions in the country. During the meeting the question of the attitude of the race in the present contest was brought under careful consideration of issues involved by the delegates who represented every section of the country and every shade of political opinion, decided by an overwhelming vote to work for and vote for the emancipation and re-election of President Taft. The organization is to be a permanent one and every year the League will meet in Washington and give personal appeal will be made to Congress to enforce the Constitution of the United States. The committee on resolutions was composed of C. J. Denny, Virginia; J. Louis Taylor, District of Columbia; A. S. Willis, and Rev. P. K. Fonville, Pennsylvania. Resolutions Adopted: The following resolutions were adopted by an overwhelming majority: by an overwhelming majority. Representatives of the colored citizens of the United States, representing every state and territory, have assembled at the capitol of this great republic in national conference for the purpose of enforcing and enforcing the be adopted to unilateral the condition of the suffering of millions of our fellow citizens and to indorse and recommend to the suffrages of the colored American citizens, to best represent all the people, and especially the colored American citizens, in the high office of chief executive of the government, and. Whereas, it is true that some mistakes have been made in dealing with the South, but those mistakes were due to the policy advances of the United States, and which selfish ambition was paramount to the rights of the Negro in those states where Jim Crowism, race discriminations, and disfranchisement, were enforced, and for which the Republican party is not responsible, and, Whereas, The greatest evil which now confronts us and which emanates from the United States is the Recall of Judges, and, Whereas, Such a doctrine, if it should could imagine retroactive legislation, nothing more or less than the repudiation of the Thirteenth, Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments to the Constitution of the United States, would take the United States his vestied rights, which have cost millions of lives and rivers of blood, and, Whereas, It would place into the hands of the South oligarchy the decisions against peonage which have been rendered under the administration of William Howard Taft, and, Whereas, If the doctrine of ex-President Theodore Roosevelt should prevail in the Recall of Judges, few judges would be brave and courageous enough to interpret construse and uphold the Constitution, and be an Afro-American would be endangered, and. Whereas, The Southern 'states' which uphold the doctrine of states' rights are daily violating the Amendments to the Constitution, which would not hesitate to recall the judges who have convicted and sentenced the violators of the laws against peonage, and, Whereas, The Thirteenth Amendment, Section 1, declares: "Neither slavery nor the establishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to the jurisdiction." Section 2, Congress has not enacted a law for any article by appropriate legislation," and, Whereas, A Democratic Congress has neither attempted nor will attempt to enforce by appropriate legislation laws against the peonage system, which has been enacted by the United States, and the judges who have rendered decisions against this heinous crime would certainly be recalled if the doctrine of the Recall of Judges occurred. Whereas, The last great Amendment to the Constitution is being violated daily, without any effort on the part of Congress to cure the condition, and would be wiped out by the enactment of the Recall of Judges who were enacted into law, which Amendment reads: "Section 1. The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied any state on account of race, color or previous condition of servitude. Section 2. The Congress shall have power to enforce this article by appropriate legislation. Whereas, No effort has been made by the Democratic House to enforce this Amendment to the Constitution, therefore be it resolved. That we, the representatives of 12,000,000 people, warn our fellow citizens against the pernicious doctrine of the Recall, which means second slavery and have to the power of society and to the power of government to deal of all the vested rights of the colored --- American, both political and civil. Be it further. Resolved. That in view of the existing conventions, the United League for renonunciation as President Howard Taft for renonunciation as President of the United States and urge upon all patriotic citizens, who believe in good government, to vote for his renonunciation and to renounce their civil and political rights. Be it further. Resolved. That this National Congress shall be perpetuated and known as "The National League of American Negroes," organized for their advancement and the support of their civil and political rights. Be it further. Resolved. That the officers of this League consist of a president, fifteen vice-presidents, a recording secretary, a corresponding secretary, treasurer, chaplain, and an executive committee of fifteen, of which a sub-committee of five shall be appointed, demanding the support of this League shall meet once every year at such time as may be designated by the executive committee, in the city of Washington and that each year an appeal shall be made to the United States Constitution of the United States shall be enforced, and the appeal may also contain any other matter which may tend to aid the League in its work. Resolved. That the executive committee shall prepare a constitution and by-laws for the government of the League. Be it further. Resolved. That each state shall organize a subordinate League and elect three delegates to the national league convention to be held under and by virtue of the call of the president, by direction of the executive committee. CHAMPAIGN. ILL. (By Z. L. Breedlove.) Special to THE FREEMAN. Rev. A. T. Jackson, of Danville, who formerly preached in Champaign and whose family reside here, has been appalled by the district by Bishop Schaffer, of the Illinois conference of the African Methodist Episcopal church. He succeeds Rev. E. T. Cottman, who died a few weeks ago. At Champaign street, Champaign street, Champaign, Ill. . . The students of the University of Illinois will give a dance May 19, at Oldman's hall, Urbana, Ill. Benson's orchestra will play, at Oldman's hall, Johnson's and Johnson of Peoria. The hall will be decorated with university colors. . . The Narcissus club met at the home of Miss Sarah Wilson, 407 East Stoughton street. The club met at the home of course luncheon served and the remainder of the evening was spent in playing games and other amusements. Miss Sarah Wilson proved herself a very charming student of the Chicago Club met on the Illinois field Saturday, May 19 at an athletic contest. Urbana won the meet to 62 to 46. 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The American Bar Association, not W. H. Lewis, is on trial, is the way J. B. Bruce, the owner of the Washington bar put it the other day. Right. J. B. Bruce, "Bruce-Grit," has published a volume entitled "Short Biographical Sketches of Emigrant Negro Men and Women of Europe and the United States." Dr. Robert E. Jones, the scholarly editor of the Southwestern Christian Advocate, is being mentioned in many quarterly journals for the M.A. bishopric, should that denomination decide to elect a colored brother to that exalted office at Minneapolis next month. Dr. C. V. Roman, of Nashville, Tenn., will have practically no opposition at Kansas City next month for the editorship of the A. M. E. Church Review, now that his superior qualifications have become acceptable. He will give the Review an international reputation. Methodism and the race will be incalculable gainers thereby. . . . The theater is a public institution, chartered for the accommodation of all orderly people. Discrimination on account of common-law and in most educated communities, it is a violation of the statutory law. This evil is growing and should be checked by a dignified, but determined appeal to the courts of the land, wherever a good case can be made out. Andrew Carnegie may visit Mound Bayou, Miss., when the opportunity presents itself. He expresses himself as being miller and the other tender individual and commercial achievements made possible by the constructive genius of Isaiah T. Montgomery, Charles Banks, Booze, and others, identified with the upbuilding of this remarkable Negro town. Dr. W. P. Thirkield says: "The Negro can thrive and may thrive. He has shown his ability to make his way in tropical climes. He went with Peary to the North Pole and shared the glory of discovering the 'toon' of the world. He would bear the South Pole with Amundesen had an invitation been extended him. In war or in peace, he does his full duty to count on you. His 'place' has no metes or bounds—it is everywhere." That's sound doctrine. Walté H. Page, editor of "The World Work," has the famous publishing firm of Doubleday & Page C&o, to lecture at an early date at the National Religious Training School, Durham, N.C. Mr. Page has the educational uplift of the colored people the message he will deliver at North Carolina's bee-hive of Negro industry, will be productive of great good. To have secured the presence of such an important one of Dr. Shepard's notable achievements. A total of business worth $260,000 in 1911, led by the North Carolina Mutual and Provident Association, developed from a total of $840, done thirteen years ago by this company. In the capacity of the Negro to stick to a thing that offers opportunity for growth. It shows that the black man earns the "fertile soil and gather the "increase"利息. Bully for Merrick, Spaulding, Moore, Avery and the rest of that noble company of commercial magnates. "There is no bottom to the 'poverty cry' that is heard in some quarters of the A. M. E. Zion church. This body organization is as hard as any organization in the land to sustain its institutions. Its membership is as thrifty and as self-sacrificing as any other, and the charge that they are not willing to contribute the money necessary to pay for their natural lines is absolutely false." This is the statement issued broadcast by Dr. J. S. Jackson, the most successful financial secretary the Zion church has ever known. He knows him. At least two additional bishops will be elected by the general conference at Charlotte in May, and Dr Jackson is certain to be one of them. That was a truly great speech delivered at Ocala, Fla., a few days ago by Judge W. S. Bullock, introducing Booker T. Washington, to an immense audience in closing his eloquent rite to the economic value of the Negro to the New South and to the work of the Tuskegee educator: "Washington's great work in mentoring students reflects a moment more lasting than tabular. His precept and example to the Negro race stands as a beacon light, whose lustre cannot be dimmed. We must esteem ourselves most favored to ave such a moment of inspiration to every Negro in this land and a benefactor to this nation. His wise counsel to the Negroes of this nation is well known; his words of wisdom are imperishable and will endure for MARION, IND. A Debate - Taft or Roosevelt? WEST BADEN, IND. Special to The Freeman. Prof. G. W. Saffell, Jr., of Shelbyville, Ky. was the guest of Mrs. H. L. Slebree, at West Baden, Ind. The public school closed after a successful year. Prof. Saffell thinks that a recreation period at the springs would better fit him for his work in the revenue service. 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In the world to make money fast is to sell something the people actually need in daily life; something new upon which there is a big, country-wide demand. The "Simplex" is an actual necessity for every man who shaves. The Supreme, Divine, Negro National, Royal, Directory, College of Glory. To whom it shall please; this certifies That we are now having a special mortgage debt on the buildings of The being the full amount of our indebted of Highland and Dorr streets, Boston, this testimony is given, to contribute help us to pay off this debt, to such a ness toward this Institution will prove that will bring to you a blessing fro That we are now having a special rally daily to raise $7,000 to pay off the mortgage debt on the buildings of The High Educational College of Glory; this being the full amount of our indebtedness. Our main building is at the corner of Highland and Dorr streets, Boston, Mass. If it shall please the one to whom this testimony is given, to contribute a large, or even a small, gift in cash to help us to pay off this debt, to such a contributor we say that your loving kindness toward this Institution will prove to be a mark in the history of your life that will bring to you a blessing from Almighty God. Just try it and see if our word is not true. Signed, The High Educational College of Glory. Arch Bishop Justus J. Evans, D. G., President. P. S —The New Haven Branch of this College is at 155 Dixwell Ave., New Haven, Conn., and the New York Branch is at 319, 825 and 837 W. 41st street New York City, N. Y. Free reading rooms at each of these places, and special meetings are held there for such as desire to learn the True Light of Life, which is of God, and saves men from all evil. Arch Bishop Evans, D. G., Chief Instructor. Make checks payable to Justus J. Evans, the president. Send all mail to Rev. A. F. Bower, 74 Highland St., Boston, Mass., or to Arch Bishop Justus J. Evans, 387 W. 41st street, New York. This invitation is presented to you by "The True Light" and the College of Glory, Rev. A. F. Bower, Sec. N. B. Make your gifts now or before the last of next month, then watch for the blessing that shall come to you. The first club of women that sends in a gift of $100 inside of two months will be given a surprise gift by the College of Glory. The first club of men sending $100 gift will be given a new name, which the mouth of the Lord shall name. P. S. We especially want to try to encourage every real true believer in Make checks payable to Justus J. Evans, the president. Send all mail to Rev. A. F. Bower, 74 Highland St., Boston, Mass., or to Arch Bishop Justus J. Evans, 387 W. 41st street, New York. This invitation is presented to you by "The True Light" and the College of Glory, Rev. A. F. Bower, Sec. N. B. Make your gifts now or before the last of next month, then watch for the blessing that shall come to you. The first club of women that sends in a gift of $100 inside of two months will be given a surprise gift by the College of Glory. The first club of men sending $100 gift will be given a new name, which the mouth of the Lord shall name. P. S. We especially want to try to encourage every real true believer in Christ Jesus, who belongs to the Negro press that this invitation reaches, to do some kind act for the High Education College of Glory in this rally and for this cause, any such a member of the Negro press that make it the task or delight to give $21.00, or to get twenty-one other people that cost $1.00 to $5.00 each to us now, or on or before the 1st day of July, 1912, to help us pay off the $6,000 mortgage, to each of such real true believers in Christ we will issue a Royal Life Certificate, making them a full life member of the Grand, Supreme, Holy Trinity Association of the first power. It is worth more than $130 to any worthy man or woman to be admitted a life member of same. Signed, Justus J. Evans, D. G. President. TAYLOR'S NEW SHAMPOO DRYER and Hair Straightening Comb The Best in the World! Price $1.00. 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SEND FOR MY FREE CATALOGUE illustrating the Largest and Most Complete Line of Hair Goods in this country, such as Bange, Wige, Puffs, Switches, Pompards, Hair Plus, Combe, Brushes, etc. Agents Wanted T. W. TAYLOR, Howell, Mich. When writing please mention this paper. LADIES AND GENTS TAILORS Designers and Makers of Fine Garments Phone, Automatic, 79-312 Centro Buffet HALL, Prop. CHARLES SEALS, Mgr. LIQUORS AND CIGARS MUSIC IN CONNECTION Old Fellows' Hall Chicago, Illinois Brothers Studio Photos and Enlargements Ls 3 for 25 cents ING GALLERY Shots 5 Cents Chicago Gold Water in every room. Phones Doug. 155; Auto. 78 569 dere Hotel Room, Cafe and Entertainment. HAMMOND, Mixologist. N Entrance on Thirty-ninth Street. and E. Strother, Props. nth-east Cor. 39th St. Chicago, Illinois Automatic phone 74-478 CARDO CAFE AND BUFFET (WE NEWLY OPENED) St., Chicago, Illinois CASE AND AMERICAN RESTAURANT CONNECTION. Class Entertainers BERRY J. 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Lynch died. Wednesday morning, the 24th, and was buried on the 25th. The funeral was held by Rev. W. W. Remarks were by Prof. W. Hughs, etc. J. S. Kirby, S. G. O., of Knights of Supurbus, organized a lodge of 20 members in a few days for all parts of Oklahoma in the interest of the K. of S. CAPE MAY. N. J. Special to THE FREEMAN The culmination of a courtship from childhood was finally brought to a close Monday evening, April 29, 1912, by the Yale School of Law, New York City, formerly of Cape May, to Mr. Ellsworth Major, at the Hotel Dale, Miss Elizabeth Gibbs, bridesmaid, and Mr. Walter Redding, best man. The ceremony was performed by Rev. G. W. Young, who was held in the reception room, which was handsomely decorated for the occasion. The following guests were present: Miss Elizabeth Gibbs, Miss Eulalia Young, Samuel Turner, Cape May, N. J., and Mr. Jas. H. Gordon, Pittsburgh, Pa. TUSCUMBIA, ALA. The members of the Dandy Dixie Minstrels decided, on account of non-payment to close the show, which they did last week. They were given work at the Pastime Theater immediately after closing, and they began suit for back salary. Details of the same will be given later. All are well and happy. Address all mail in care of the man. They will be to all in and out of the profession. They have been offered work by Geyer's Minstrels, which they are expecting to take over few days. Watch The Freeman for details. KANSAS CITY MO By A. C. Oglesby. S. The Senior Class and the nurses of the Western University spent a day's outing in heavens north Wednesday, visiting Sancing, Soldiers Home and Fort Seacre, Mr. John. An enjoyable time was spent by all. Mr. Brooks and Miss King and Mr. A. C. Ogleys, were the guests of Mrs. Walker, of Cavens North Sunday.....Miss Nora Bowman was relieved to hear the hospital Thursday. Mrs. Queeney will be to leave Douglas hospital in a few days. We are having some very warm weather here and first to be overcome by heat and William James Avenue, he is a colored man. Owing to the warm weather the spinal meningitis has about disappeared here.....Mr. Geo. White has left Baltimore for the P. J. Werveke F. E. Werveke Werveke Brothers Wholesale and Retail Fancy Groceries and Meats RESTAURANT SUPPLIES Phone, Douglas, 3273 83 W. 31st St. Chicago, Ill Crescent Market. H. WEINSTEIN, Prop. Fancy Native Meats and Fine Groceries Phone Aldine 1774 88-40 W. 85th St. Chicago, Ill East. Mr. White made quite a few friends during his stay in Kansas City. Miss Harris underwent a successful operation at Douglass hospital Wednesday on now make his calls. Thompson will from now on make his calls. There are quite a few delegates from Africa to attend the general conference. Mr. and Mrs. Williams are at home at 2435 Michigan avenue. ..Mr. Jackson succeeded Mr. Fanandis as third waiter at theimore hotel. ..Mr. John Winn succeeded Mr. G. O. Smith as second waiter. WAXAHACHIE, TEX Special to THE FREEMAN. The State Baptist Foreign Mission convention assembled here last week, and was largely attended. $1,040 was donated for world's missions. Rev. D. E. McIntosh and wife, missionaries, returned from South Africa, and on our brothers in Africa. All officers were reelected but one, H. R. Wilson, of El Paso, succeeds R. W. Moss as treasurer. W. Bally, of Dallas, preached for the day. Baptist Sunday....The storm of Sunday was severe. Trees uprooted, houses unroofed, but no lives were lost here. SPRINGFIELD, ILL. The "Cenate" Restaurant is doing a good business and will install a soda fountain. The play entitled "Zambo" is being re-released. K. rebel of P. annual sermon will be delivered Sunday, May 5. Everybody is going to the ball, May 6, so it seems. The ball is being party given by the Springfield Social Club. Attended. There is much business going on among the colored people in the way building and improving their property, which is being done by the old White and Miss Edna Hagan, a young lady of Joliet, Ill., were married April 24. Mr. White is quite a popular young business man, being a banker and a thrifty businessman, and is interested to make good. Why can't we arouse interest in the business question?. Mr. E. is visiting out of the city. C. S. Gibb is against a coal company, for E. J. Jones, for $25,000. Jones sustained injuries while working in the mine. Let us remember that Negroes in the nickelbands by singing them and the laws. Another tine cafe has opened here; white waiters, however. Mr. A. W. Naylor, author of "Zambo," who from a Chicago playwright and stage setter, who thinks well of Mr. Naylor's show. CARD OF THANKS We wish to express our sincere thanks to our many friends for their kindness and generosity; and in our sad hour of bereavement may God shower His blessing on you all. MRS. LEWIS FULLBRIGHT, MRS. LEWIS FULLBRIGHT. 43248 Chern, St. Dallas, TX WANTED! WANTED! The whereabouts of two brothers, Jordon and Zenerfoot, one sister, Beria, were born county county, fourteen miles to Nashville. Neshawnee Cedar creek. We were owned by Swet, and were taken away with our mother, and taken to New York. Our name is Louisie McGee. Our father's name was Louis. He was sold in North Carolina, from Moland, by Swet. Any thankfully received, Address Jordon Apperson, care 2922 Cochran street, Dallas, Texas. THOMAS LAUNDRY CLEANING AND RESTAB INSTALMENT Help and watch us grow. We are now ready for Spring and Summer business. Call and give us a trial. We are as near you as your phone. Phones: Office, M. 6588; Residence, M. 3658. IN MEMORIAM FARRON—In sad, but loving remembrance of our dearly beloved mother, Maggie Farron, who passed away two years ago, May 4, 1911. Mere words can never tell How much we miss you; God alone our sorrow knows. From her loving children. 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It it's a cold bottle, bucket or can sir, phone Haskell 3333 and the bus boy will be on the way. Wm. Sanders' place. Nuff sed! KALAMA SHOE REPAIRING AND TAILORING COMPANY. Cheaper than the cheapest. All work done by us is on a special guarantee, repairing, prescribing and dyeing. Ladies work, specializing in sun repairing is a new feature. Bring your old shoes and have them doctored. We please all customers. Phone M 6756, 812-4111 avenue. R. A. Pattins president; R. J. Jones, manager, Dallas, Texas. "THE TRUE LIGHT" OF THE SECOND COMING OF CHRIST. Have you seen THE REPLY Archbishop Evans made to Evangelist W. C. Thompson, of Kansas City, Mo. on the second coming of Christ, the second coming of THE TRUE LIGHT, which is issued at 327 West Forty-first street, New York City, by the True Light Army. This paper is 10 cents a copy, but a free copy, containing reply to reply to Negro Christian who will ask for one, on the condition that they each will promise in his application that he will call the attention of their neighbor to the publication reply to reply to Negro Christian published on the second coming of Christ, and everybody should see it. It is exceedingly wonderful and unique. BE YOUR OWN DRESSMAKER. One never knows what the future has in store, whether it will ever become a necessity, but it always is a useful accomplishment. ALL THE LEADING COLORED NEWSPAPERS OF THE CITY AND ELSEWHERE. LADIES VOLUNTEER — PUBLICLY GIVE THIS LADY, MADAME Mc NAIRDEE, THE PRAISE. For she is certainly worthy of praise that she has done for our homes. May God bless her and her days be long on earth. We pray. Testimonials. I am a married woman and have been for ten years. I had only lived six years, any peace on earth in my home until my marriage to a woman. 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All matter should be addressed to THE FREEMAN PUBLISHING COMPANY, INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA, New Phone 2880. SATURDAY, MAY 11, 1912. Entered the Colored Y. M. C. A. of this city is looking up. Aviators are still dropping very suddenly out of sight. And this is May, gentle May. She is behaving most beautifully. Everybody, almost, was at Tomlinson Hall to hear the band and glee club from Tuskegee. Taft is at home looking after his fences. Nothing like getting encouragement from home. Talking about drafting Republican candidates in Indianapolis. No wonder the Democrats are so hopeful. President Taft proved an alibi. Wasn't in the country when it was proposed to prosecute the Harvester Trust Company. If the present idea of Rooseveltism is "improved" on, we may as well prepare for permanent Presidents, another name for dictators. The International Conference at Tuskegee was a great success. Interesting reports of the meeting will soon issue from the press. The meeting will be held again in 1915. The Negro voters of Maryland gave the State to Roosevelt. The Baltimore papers by the race were raging for him. Not one for Taft. "I wonder why?" Watch and pray during these political times. Can't tell what the future has in store for the race. Prepare for acceptable citizenship. Depopulate the jails and workhouses and other places of confinement. Col. John R. Marshall, commander of the famous Eighth Illinois Regiment, has been chosen as alternate delegate at large to the Republican national convention. The distinction, we think, is well placed. The voters will bear in mind that they must register their names with the board appointed for the purpose on one of these three dates: May 9, September 6, October 7. Placards posted in precincts will give further information. Failing to register means a loss of the vote. Our own Governor Thomas Marshall has a lovely notion of how a presidential candidate ought to act. But modestly isn't quite as fashionable as it used to be. President Taft tried it until Roosevelt came rooting right under his chair. He had to go some. Been making good ever since. Let us admit that the Negro problem will not be cared for in the selection of Presidents. Now, then, who are you for? What candidate answers best to the American scheme of government? Who is cool and cautious? Who is hot and furious? Kindly answer those questions. Don't be skeered. Some signs of life are seen about the Second Baptist Church. It is right. It would be a shame to permit, the condition of things to continue as they have been for nearly a year, if not longer. The congregation can build one floor, just like the old church started. After a while the house can be completed. It will pay. Arrangements have been made for the Colored Branch of the Y. M. C. A. in this city. The plans of the building have been submitted and approved. Industrial features will be prominent among the activities, and which promise to be attractive to the young colored men. If the scheme of education is carried out, the Y. M. C. A. will be an institution capable of sending young men out into the world fully prepared to do most anything in the ordinary trades. A Negro in Georgia was lynched for promoting a "to Africa" movement. The mob must have had violent objections to his scheme. It's a shame that an individual can't ask another one to go to Africa or any other place without exciting such opposition. But really, Africa isn't in need of colonists. Missionaries and such like, meant for the uplifting of the African masses, would be of far more service than colonists. Capitalists, also, for promoting the country would not be a poor idea. Plenty of people right over there. The Tuskegee Band and Glee Club made a big hit in this city last week at Tomlinson Hall. The appearance of this musical organization was clear- ly b-neeficial, and in more ways than one. The Y. M. C. A., under whose auspices the band came, was helped financially; the organization profited also. But beyond this there were still greater benefits. The uplift spiritually was in immediate evidence. The audience, made up of colored people mainly, was proud to see the well-managed organization; it was proud of its splendid renditions, and was lifted up. The white people were forced to admit that the band did something; that it was no bad imitation of the best of the kind that had been in this city. Something was gained there, and added to our credit account of a coming possibility. Then Tuskegee, the school, was served, its reputation enlarged, not to speak of the exalting of the master mind behind it all—Dr. Booker T. Washington. THEODORE PORTEUS FOR SHERIFF. Mr. Porteus formerly lived in the old Fourteenth ward, where he served his party as precinct and ward committeeman. Before Irvington was annexed as a part of the Ninth ward he had moved there. He was elected to the City Council from the Ninth ward in November, 1905, notwithstanding the ward was a strong Republican ward, and served throughout the years of 1906, 1907, 1908 and 1909, with credit to himself. He devoted more time than any other member to the City Council in looking after the needs of his ward and the city's interest. He was always on the side of the people on measures materially affecting the Ninth ward and the city's interest. It was largely through his efforts that track elevation at East Washington and East Michigan streets was [Name] obtained, together with the acquisition of the Ellenberger woods to our park system. Sheriff Woessner, at the beginning of his first term, selected Mr. Porteus as his chief deputy, and the wisdom of his selection has been fully established by the emciency with which the business of the office has been handled. Mr. Porteus has been ever attentive to his duties and courteous to the public, irrespective of political views or alignments. You hear only words of praise from those that have business with the office. Mr. Woessner's net expense to the county is $15,928.42 less than Metzger's and Sourbier's for years 1903, 1904 and 1905. Woessner's net expense to the county is $38,806.97 less than Sourbier's and Clay's for a term of three years—1906, 1907 and 1908. Mr. Porteus, being Mr. Woessner's chief deputy, also deserves credit for the economical conduct of the office. AT KENTUCKY'S CAPITAL. Knights of Pythias' Service at Ver sailles—Dr. Taylor for State Grand Medical Registrar—B. K. Bruce Company D Makes Hit—Miss Jackson's Birthday Party—Versailles School and Fair—Professor Mayo Re-elected to High School—Revival at Lawrenceburg—Miss Allen Glves Swell Reception (By Hardin Tolbert, at Peoples Pharmacy. Both Phones 666.) FRANKEORT Kv. Special Miss Mary Cordwell, a popular young lady of Shelbvillia, was united in matrimony with Mr. S. L. Hickman, on April 15, 1912, with the groom, Rev. D. R. Hickman, vector of Simpson chapel M. E. church at Versailles. Dr. H. P. Taylor of Versailles, a young and energetic teacher, was the founder of the Knights of Pythias lodge of that city, whose endeavor and life struggle is for the uplifting of the masses among our race, is a graduate of the Medical College at Nashville, the Medical College at Nashville, Tenn., which has sent from its walls more colored doctors who are out in the world making good than any other medical college under the University of Tennessee. A candidate for grand medical registrar of the state. Dr. Taylor has gone out from the large cities to where Pythians were hardly known or heard of and built a compound in generations to come. It should be THE FREEMAN AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER the spirit of delegates to lay down person- sion and honor is due, and if such true princes ried out at Bowling Green, Dr. Taylor will next grand medical registrar of the state. . . . B. K. Bruce Company "D," of this city, under the direction of Captain Allen, made a swell "hit" at Versailles in a display drill in the center of the city. The applauses were sent from both white and black officers, and the company made an everlasting impression on their military tactics, and much honor is due their instructors for their training which talks for itself. The company is getting ready for Baltimore, and from their strenghtened corps here, they hope to have easy calling, bringing back the first prize to Kentucky. --- Miss Silvey Jackson was the hostess for a birthday party at her home in Versailles. The lawn was beautified with many of the items of the room, and a video. Miss Jackson used the most artistic taste in ornamenting the rooms for this occasion. A four-course luncheon was served the guests and many nice presents were given to Miss Jackson as the guests as well of the rest. After a pleasant a jolly afternoon was spent on the lawn. The-Versailles public school is one of the best equipped colored school in a city of this size. It is a school for students, who manifest the deepest interest in the progress of the school, and have many times gone down in their own pockets at a sacrifice and brought up the rear for a graduate of the Normal Institute, whose degree of the Normal Institute, whose she woulden than words. This school has a manual training, domestic science and literary department. The success of Woolffort county among the women people is expected from the walls of this institution. This seems to be the banner year at Versailles, and they are making large preparation to entertain the largest gathering of people in the ever assembled history of the fair county. The signs o the Versailles Colored Fair will be placed in every county in the state. The fair will be for August 22-24 will be the homecoming of the Kentuckians in Versailles, and every possible means will be there to entertain you. Mrs. D. R. Hickman, who is president of the Wome's Home Missionary society of the Lexington district, was the hostess of the organization of this society in Versailles. * * * The Versailles Baptist church, calls the attention of members and friends to a second Sunday in May is the date fixed to raise this sum. Rev. R. B. Butler the pastor and the deacons are making a hard struggle to redeem this note and ask the pastor to accept it. . . . Miss Emma Bennett, one of Versailles' most popular young ladies who is engaged in educational work, is a teacher in the public school of the city and is organist in the choir of the school. She is one of those young ladies whose disposition is never handicapped. Miss Bennett possesses those progressive characteristics of a modest Christian young lady and is ever on the alert to do something for the betterment of her people. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Childs, of this city, have a fine young daughter, whose name is Miss Mary Childs. Miss Helen Berry, a popular member of the Capital Social Club "Misses," and Mr. William Covington, of Lexington, were happily united in wedlock at the residence of the bride. Many of her friends were present and gave her some very handsome gifts. Miss Delma Greenup has returned from Cincinnati, where she has been the guest of her mother for a few weeks. Miss Martha Washington arrived from Cincinnati after a few weeks' visit with her daughter. M. Geo. Deayer left for Cincinnati to spend a few days. Miss Mattie Miller arrived in the city to be the guest of Miss Charity Boyd. Miss Charity Boyd, from Jacksonville, Fla., at the Edward Waters college. Miss Boyd holds a similar position at the Clinton street high school. Miss Miller is receiving some of Kentucky's royal hospitality, and many receptions are being held in her honor. Mrs. Maggie Thomas and daughter, Miss Annie M. Thomas, of Bridgeport, were the guests of Miss Lucy Tyler, of this city, for a few days. Miss Ruth Taylor has been very ill with lagrpeat at her sister's residence on Elm avenue. Mr. and Mrs. G. M. Campbell, of Lawrenceburg, were guests of the city. Mrs. Lizzie Taylor, of Midway, was the guest of Miss Carrie Porter. Prof. J. Moberly spent a day in Richmond on business. Rev. T. L. Ballou, of Georgetown, spent a few hours in the city en route from Nasher Fog, where he has been holding revival for Dr. Bushell at the First Baptist church. Prof. H. C. McKee and members of the school board of the Clinton street high school, visited this institution and found that the school had a large number of Mayo, a teacher of the domestic science department, served the boards' wives a lunch. The inspection, which included a tour of the school, was the press of the pupils in various branches of study, was entirely satisfactory and the various exhibition of the work, notably the Mayo show, was commended. The sewing class came in for their share of praise for the work on exhibition. The domestic class, which is under the supervision of the teacher, is conducted at the best methods and is of more than forty pupils. The dinner which was served in courses, gave ample food for the students, including beams of apples, muscats, tomatoes and in thurst hot biscuits, tomato salad, du Barry style wafers, London Sherry, walnut cake, and coffee, those who were pressed for the work, were Mrs. H. W. M. Chenesy, Mr. and Mrs. H. R. Roberts, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Hoge, Prof. and Mrs. McKee, Mrs. Hurbert Vreeland and Mr. and Mrs. Collins—"Frankfort News Journal." Prof. Wm. Mayo, after a successful vowel switch, became Clinton street high school, a position which he has been re-elected to for over thirty years. This is the result of good . . . Mr. Edward Hayden, of this city, was the guest of Miss Sadie Robinson, of Lawrenceburg. The Capital Social baseball team, of this city, played the Lexington Hustlers Sunday in a tight struggle. Lexington bear in touch. They will play the game on May 19. Mr. Ernest Bally, arrived in the city from Chattanooga, Tenn. Mr. Bally is a porter for the Pullman Car Company. Rev. Samuel Corfort, of Cambridge, Mass. is making a tour through the South, studying the life of the his grandfather the Clinton street high school and thoroughly examined the various departments and found conditions exceptionally among college schools. Rev. Comfort visited the Normal Institute and delivered an address in the chapel, and offered an address among the various departments of the institution. He corresponded to the farm and dairy departments and extended many compliments on their cleanness. Mrs. Clara Steward and daughter have left for Franklin, Ind. Miss Laura Allen, one of Lawrenceburg's most popular sweet and sedate young ladies, gave a swell reception in honor of Mr. Hardin Tolbert while in the city. Miss Allen used the most artistic taste in decorating the rooms of her cozy residence. Miss Allen was an extraordinarily charming discussion Shannon of the Women's Improvement Club, the Ban- tist church and choir, and is engaged in all work that pertains to the upbuilding of the church. Those present were: Mr. Victor Allen, Wallace Coleman and Martin, Misses Sophia Brown, Frankie Grayson, and Robert Grayson, man. A most humble one was enjoyed. AT THE UNION, INDIANAPOLIS. Wilson and Marlowe. The team of Wilson and Martowe offers a refreshing number, dancing, singing and talking; and in their own usual unique way. Wilson makes a hit in his ragtime songs, *Cavalera meiacenn*, a ballad allure play, *dittie* "Dad's Birthday," is a little piece of musical comedy by the team, featuring an old-time Negro and a joyously happy little "pick." Wilson is a capable actor, doing his various parts with equal care. He is strictly Wilson and no one else. This is the most eccentric oddities throughout the act. Colored musicians, alto, double violin; trombone, double stage. Good clarinet and piccolo players. Performers also, write. This is a one night stand car show with the very best treatment and accommodations. Good chorus women write. Address DANA THOMPSON, Bluefields, W. Va. Miss Marlowe is a superb little miss who, with her winning smiles and grace, will work her way into the hearts of her friends and family. She is the one which she uses effectively. She is very young and ambitious. She will not pass her opportunity up to become a shining light in the business. She is abundantly basked in the look of talent on. She moves pretty; talks so that you know what she is saying. She sings "Way Down South" in a taking way. She supports her partner nicely in their run-in with the police. She is sanguinal, although she has been on the stage but a few years. Her most notable engagement was with Billy Johnson's commitment year so ago, "From Johnson to Society. The offering is well received by the audience. Wanted, First Class Acts! Of recognized ability to open the Ruby Theatre, Louisville, Ky., under new management. Theatre will open May 6, 1912 Performers send in open time, write or wire. Address all mail matter to Robert B. Joplin, Manager, 914 W. Walnut St., Louisville, Ky. Wanted Quick Performers for stage; also a good producer who can deliver the goods, at Park Theatre, Dallas, Tex. New management. Money sure. Name salary. Write or wire—be ready to come. M. H. Phillips, Mgr. Park Theatre, Dallas, Tex. May McCray. May McCray hails from the golden valley of western plains. She offers a singing and dancing act that starts up with vim and down place until the curtain rises down. WANTED! Miss McCray is a young woman; born in Spokane, Wash.; reared in Moscow, Idaho. She was formerly of the three sisters of a septation. She was then made a pickle. She is fitted for the pick class owing to her small size. However, she has graduated from that class and may never return to it. She made good while she was there, and she is now a teacher, which is always so pleasing. Her voice is good; can be clearly heard in all parts of the house. She is light on her feet. Taking her all in all, she gives a very pleasing "Daddy" to her songs. "Arlana Music with My Meals." To send in their open time. None too big. 10 to 20 weeks work. L. W. Wastell, 12th Ave. Theatre NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE. WANTED! Miss McCray is doing single at this time. She has done the Orpheum circuit and other big time work. She is a fascination, attractive, and makes good as a single. LOST RELATION. Piano, violin and performers those who can work stock and vandvale prefered. Can give from four to six weeks work or longer to good people. Salaries sure. Knockers, disorganes and booze artists save stamps. Address Henry W. Paschal, Amusement Director. 1114 Thirteenth St. . Augusta, Ga. : 1222 Central Ave. Tampa, Fla. Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Winn would like to know the whereabouts of their son, John, who was once a student at Quindarra, Kara, Geo. R. Smith College, Sedalia, Mo. 1901. When last heard of was in Newport, Ark. 1805. Any one giving a correct statement of whereabouts will be rewarded to address 231. Twenty-third avenue, Akron, Cali. May 4. WANTED! Feature Colored Acts of all descriptions, at all times. Address Harry B. William, Broadway Amusement Company, 813 Hume-Mansur Building, Indianapolis, Ind. ROUTE. S. H. DUDLEY, IN -'DR. BEANS FROM Houston. May 13, two weeks. New York, City WANTED! SALEM T. WHITNEY, IN "SOUTHERN SMART SET"—Stratford, Ott, Can, May 13; Owen Sound, 14; Guelph, 15; Collinford, 16. PROF, P. G. LOWERY AND CO. WITH O. HAGEJER BEEK CIRCUS Canton, O. H. 14 Youngstown, O. 15, Ashtabula, 16; Erie, P. 17, Dunkirk, N. Y. 18. Good Stock People; also first class Vandeville Acts. Can use you sixteen to twenty wives. Two houses. Write or wire, A. Barasso, Prop. L. Don Smith, Amusement Director. PROF ROY POPE AND CO. WITH PROF ROY BROS. AND CO. Cleveland, O. M. Ma. 13; 13. Wheeling, W. Va. 15; Fairmont, 16; Uniontown, Pa. 17; Charlerol, 18. Wanted Musicians For LeVARD'S DIXIE MINSTRELS ter, Boston, Mass., week of May 13. BLACK PATTI TROUBADOURS— week of May 13. New York City week of May 13. TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE BAND, OR GHESTRA AND GLEE CLUB—Bir- morges, Ala. May 13; Montgom- ern, Ala. Leader for band and orchestra, baritone, tuba, clarinet, sight reader piano player, snare drummer and all other musicians write. End men singer and dancer, bass singer. Salary low but sure. Summer air-dome tour. Address for one week LETTER LIST. Buckner & Buckner Mores, J. Francis Beeman, Chicken Pitt & Wescott Benson, Otis Perkins, Daniel Benson, Richard Puggsley, R. C. The Bruces Puggsley, R. C. The Clippers Riley, George Cloridge, W. L. Russell, Bob DeLeo, B. F. Russell, Joe Day, Geo Simmons, Cres Singleton, J. C. Gaston & Overton Scotte, J. C. Goodlee, John Sutton, H. J. Smith, Jettell, Ellott, J. C. Singleton, J. C. Gray, Prof. J. A. Stewart, Richard Graham, P. G. Trigg, Kid Hull, H. K. Thomas, Kid Hunt, H. (elegram) Tansel, Frank Hughes, Atrus Thomas, W. Herdon, C. L. Wise, Hen Wallburg, Handy Hull, Dan W. Wallburg, O. W. Jines, Henry Walliams, T. C. Johnson, W. M. Wallburg, J. Kersand, Billy Young, James B. Legge and Legge Williams, Alonzo Lemley, Wesley Woods, John W. S. LeVard, Mgr. Dixie Minstrels Care The Freeman, Indianapolis, Ind. Not a scream, but a laugh every second. Costumes A No.1. We change our act weekly, and have nine good ones. Address all mail Care The Freeman, Indianapolis, Ind. Ladies' List. WANTED! Moore, Miss Mazie Moore, Mre. Eva. Singleton, Baby Doll Smith, Ruby. Simms, Bessie Broadway, Meet Tansel, Miss Aggie Taylor, Mrs. Jennie, Webb, Miss Ella Brown, Miss Lillar Bostwick, Mrs. M. Crampton, Mrs. Pau line Glover, Miss Mattie Gordon, Miss E. Johnson, Miss Susie Marlon, Miss Glenn Moore, Miss Lulu Seven more musicians to complete our band of twenty-five pieces. Young musicians write. This is where you get musical education free of charge. Tickets advanced to any part of the United States. This show never closes. Address What's Your Name? In all walks of life we find this question asked. It is sometimes very embarrassing to answer. Use neat calling cards with your name, and address. We furnish a high grade card in correct styles and sizes for ladies and gentlemen at the following prices, postpaid: 50 Cents per 100 or 25 Cents for 50 Below are a few of our different styles of type. Write to-day for our complete line of samples. ANDREW (RUBE) FOSTER, Club Manager. The Greatest Aggregation of Colored Base Ball Players in the World STYLE M NO. 2 Miss Edua Helle Henderson White Sox old grounds. Finest Semi pro. Park in the United States. Owned and operated by Jno. M. Schorling. 408 W. 70th St. STYLE S NO. 3 Miss Grave Pibian Washington STYLE G NO. 3 MR. EDGAR H. EDWARDSON Your Spare Time Can be turned into money by acting as one of our agents. We want a good colored person to represent us in every colored community. Calling cards are in great demand everywhere. It is no trouble to get orders. We furnish you with a free outfit and allow large commissions. Now Open Under New Management Cafe and Dining Room Up and Down Stairs First Class Service Guaranteed. First Class Entertainment. The Finest Quality of Wines, Liquors and Cigars Always on hand. <T ae Veo a. 3 touring Mississippi. ss ae Se eae vant TE oes ots eet _hrrgen wal Ta load ith fi Ot sont Sec, eas ene oe Magee eon cane atte ae promises to ive its patrons a good run sonips to ig |e pe 2 eae perts, are now playing the southern time. NOTES FROM THE STAR THEA- TER, COLUMBUS, GA. he yatrons of the Star theater were tavond with another strong bill last week, M: Walter Brogedale closing his second weeks chigagement, a4 did Mr. Dink Stew- anand Miss Willie Whistnant, ‘This was Mr Bily Bradley's first. week and first apeparance in this city and his droll com- imities took Mke wildfire. Mr. Henry Jones is still pleasing the audiences. Brad. iey and Jones are the holdovers from last wick to Whom are the added new faces of Miss Beatrice Drake and Pugh and Pugh for next week, Puga and Pugh come to ts heralded. aS one of the best sketch teams on the road, and Miss Drake is well known as a-moxt charming soubrette pos- seccing a voice of rare strength and range. Much Improvement will be made in the pitch of the theater floor this week giving & drop of sixteen inches to the front, add- fag much to the view of the stage.” ‘The warm weather has also forced the addi- tion of several more fans, to the delight ofthe large audiences that greet us nightly. NEW CROWN GARDEN OPEN FOR THIRD WEEK OF SUCCESS. Nothing seems to stand in the way of the Crown Garden. The old saying is true “It you deal on the square with Le people you. will” achieve success Minazer Tim Owsley is known’ to, al tote a man. of square dealings. The Siow offered this week was as the oth: fre have been—good—with a slight. ex- feption, but so, slight that It was soor forgotten hy “all. “The evening's enter- fainment opens with a riot act, Green, Pugh and Green. That Mysterious ‘Trio was beyond a doubt the’ beat” three people act seen here in a long time. he trig consists et two men and a woman. Bach song sung by the: trio. proved a hit, The comedian did some ‘elever comedy. and he now how ‘to sing and ‘dance. Phe female member of the trig was full. of Sheer at all times. ‘Phe stralght char- Mier man’ sang’ @ pleasing sone, | The Green, Puzl) and Green Trio elosed thelr act with that popular song Ait, “Every. ody" [icin Jt and, ‘believe me, they Pot this song on in a different way than las oer heen seen in Indianapolis Jn Gor “heir closing was, a staring i Were forced to take three en- (ores and a! numberof bows: i The Abyssinia Duo His fully proven to the public, that real te 2s "and always. will be aD: : V lovers of good music, ‘hele pearance lends to the sweet. &, Sabie Gath a tee oes bs ¥- . + a eat : ee ep. P| wiht, their voice. There was a time Teh It rae ‘said thet" eigawy musts via Oot Be appreciated Sy patrons Of Kiet outes but the “Abydainia Dee hood Wen that “sweet. songs, sane BY Neg ge have sweet voices: wilt please tie _, BORBY and Freeman, THIS sme an ever. Clever and mT wardrove was Gaeslent! Seite Freeman has lost none of that old-time sweetness in her volce, nor has her per- sonal appearance changed. She is still the same good looking soubrette. “Mr. Bonny is still that clever, clean face comedian. “Mr. Bonny told me after the show that he was only playing a few houses while out West. He sails for Burope within two months. ‘Elvira Johnson Proved herself to be to the Crown Gar- den patrons what her white sister act- ress, Eva Tanguay, ix to the leading White vaudeville circuits of — America. ‘The ovation she received when’ she. av- peared shows that she is and always will be an Indianapolis favorite, Her ni. we song. “Brown Skin,” brought the house down, Miss Johnson is admired by men, women and children. She could havé given the entire show by herself. as far as the audience was concerned. and we hope she will be with us more than a Week,” Miss Johnson can ‘sing “Brown Skin" all the time for me. ‘She sang three other sons in her act.” Bach one brought several encores. ‘The Four London Smokes. Htwas all a mistake, I suppose. | The young man who danced was all of the act. We want good things in Indian- apolls, and. thats. what. Manager. ‘Tim says we shall have. But T guess the booking axent made a mistake. This act couldn't have “went! in Chicago. It ts the ‘slight exception 1 spoke of in. the first, part of this review. Outside of the “Smoke act the audience saw clear- ly, and'T know. packed houses will be all Week at the Crown, the house of ood Shows. Ihave been told, by several actors who know Manager Tim Owsley personally, that’ whatever Tim Owsley handies is’ a go and on the square. In- dianapolis needs such men as Tim, no matter who his employers are, % oR CINCINNATI, OHIO. ‘Tuskegee Band—The Pekin. An excellent one hour's entertainment is the offering at the Pekin this week, ‘The managmnt secures. the very best moving picture films, which give xeneral satisfac fon, both at the matinee and night shows. ‘The’ added attraction at the evening per- formances are Miss. Lucy Shepherd, ‘our focal facorite, whose singing of popular dallads ‘and catchy rags have placed her in the front rank as an entertainer. She Succeeds in. featuring a new song every week that scores a knockout. “Her latest one, right off the wire, Is “I Would Like ‘To ‘try It, But IAm Just a Little Afraid.” She was compelied to respond to several encores al every’ performunce, “paw. F- Peat and Ella Hayes are the new team on the bill with a very strong turn. | They were both strangers to the Pekin bunch, but it did not take them long to gain pop: ular favor.” ‘The act consists of singing and daneink and a funny line of street talk. “Miss Hayes has a sweet. voice, and she sang. a very catchy song full of mu- sic, entitled “You Will Miss Your Little Baby, "Bye and Bye.” Mr. Peat proved to be one of those eccentric comedians who Knows how to do the Fight thing at the right time, which gave general satisfac tion to his'audience. He also has a clever singing number. Notes. Miss Bessie Hocker continues to attract special attention at the matinees. The Tuskegee Institute Band of fifty pieces played to the largest gathering of Colored’ people ever assembled for a sim- flar' entertainment in this city. Tt is claimed that four thousand persons were admitted in Music Hall, April 30. An ex- cellent. program was tendered, ‘The en- tertainment was given under the auspices of the Douglass “School, for the. benefit of the Frederick Dougiass School fund, Captain Clark Smith was the recipient ‘of many congratulations for his excellent School band. RUBY THEATER, LOUISVILLE, KY. | By Jas. H. Price. On last Monday night, despite the in ‘il its glory, and a vast throng greet- ACE CS See ee ae fale es een ee ate Be ay ae ctr ath ate Be woY hea are noe ere Sal as eet eee ee ete nae palates seen Sie ae a ane cer ae es ese re rae pees Serre a ere atne peter cer fy easter ee eer eas eens eee ae cess and prosperity of same. THE UNION THEATER, INDIANAP- OLIs. The Union Theater is now being man- aged by a company of colored men. among whom are Chas. W. Brown. W. H. Jackson, Ernest Tiderington and Geo. P. Stewart. ‘These individuals are well known in the community. ‘They are in ‘responsible positions and have influence fail of which should make good for the ‘Deautiful new playhouse. | The manage- ment promises the best attractions that can be secured. and the most courteous treatment to ail patrons, ‘To insure a large and continued pa- tronage shares of the stock are being offered on the market. These are being Feadily “bought, thus assuring popular {nterest In the house, which means suc- a THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. MOUSIGAL 2® DRAMATIC TheN- )CrownGarden The Best to be Had in Vaudeville. Hf pe View es?<|| cuicaco 7 Pa WEEKLY x Ve 5) REVIEW << A | — By Sylvester Russell The Negro Race and the Colored The- ater Problem—The Future of the Pekin Theater—The Motts Litiga- tion and the Motts Memorial Statue Benefit Inquiry. ‘One glimpse at the present situation, to say nothing of the future, tells un con- clusively that people have no special pref- erence of color regarding places of amuse- ment or performers, White people went to a colored man's theater and the colored man hired white performers to act upon his stage and a mixed race of people went to see the show, but mostly all colored people, because of the theater being lo- tated in a colored district. When a new theater was erected by white men in the same colored district, the colored people flocked to the while man’s theater. It was a new temple of amusement built as a commercial enterprise in a district where the Negro race, in population, is a factor either in. the success of failure of the house. ‘The question as to who owns a theater qutx no figure with the masses of any Tace. What people wanted was good accommodations, a good show for their money and a reliable poliey of admission from a source that would not juggle with the prices. This they have succeeded in getting at the new Grand theater, where People can also sit where they please and Where the color lines are obliterated. ‘The question of playing all colored permorm- ers at the new Grand is rendered impostl- ble because of the Iack of supply and nov- city producers among them; but to retain the patronage of the Negro race it has been found, and it 1s necessary, to play | one or as many colored acts as’ possible. ‘The Monogram, which is a small picture house, I supplied almost exclusively by colored performers. These are days when the settlement of the lower district is be- ing deserted and the colored population is emigrating south. The rumor that another theater is to be erected at State and Thir- ty-fifth streets, and that the Merit picture theater's drawing capacity equals Thirty first street, brings the future of Motts’ Pekin. theater up to a problem. ‘The re- cent announcement that the theater is to be sold has no foundation. Tt was an afterelap of the Motts litigation. When the family suit began, the property of Robert T. Motts, including the mortgages, was estimated at $70,000. ‘The. ignoring Of Mrs, Jackson by the other heirs was a fatal movement, which caused the Inw- Suit, ‘After, the’ suit was filed, the mort Eagees got frightened and foreclosed, and with other creditors the Motts fortune has dwindled down to nothing but a bar room and the interior decorations of the the- ater. Mr. Motts had already signed his theater over to. his" youngest half-sister, Miss Lindsay, who now owns it, and no test sult will affect it, But the private residence in which she now lives has heen swept away in the cyclone of, mort gages, which ate up the Motts fortune find she now pays rent to live in the house: Edward D. Green, the politician, now rents the Pekin out in the Interest of Miss Lindsay and Dan Jackson, the undertaker. who 1s sald to be engaged to Miss Lind- Say, and is an interested party in the monopoly. Mr. Green now manages the theater by hiring it out at $50 a night, and that seems to be the only available’ way in which to make the house pay. Tf we ake! fo. Speak of he Pekin as 2 colored theater alliance house, its doom is sealed. It‘ts too smail for combinations. Tt could possibly be run as 2 vaudeville and picture house, if properly managed and T know of only. ‘one’ colored man. in Chicago who could manage it_and that man is Charles Gardner, formerly stage manager and electrickin atthe Bush Temple. theater, fnd he Is a man who could manage any house on State street. ‘There had been some talk of white managers who had an option ‘on leasing the Pekin theater, Hen- ry B. Miller, proprietor of the Monogram. being among them. While the generai opinion Is that the Pekin is now too far below the business belt and thoroughfare of the Stroll, its memory, remains near and dear to ‘the hearts of its, erstwhile patrons. Hut the Pekin could in no way. Compete with a modern theater now, un- less it were gutted and rebuilt, and ‘then its success below the belt line would be a question. ‘As a. final benediction to the Motts Memorial, which was given to raise funds to place 2 bronze statue of Mr. Motts in the lobby of the Pekin theater, Tam. loth fo say ‘that people who paid’ one dollar & piece for admission to the performance are expecting some public disposition to be made of ‘the remaining one hundred and twenty dollars. Henry (Teman) Jones, the exempted president of the fund, should cause or advise Dan Jackson, the treas- urer, to either turn the money over to the heirs or pay it to Mr. Jones (himself) who is said to be a Mots creditor. | Tt is safe to say there may never be a statue or need for one. When T called for a re- port of the fund, Sam Corker, after. sub- mitting a report, had been ill advised and T was compelled to engage in a fist fight with him in front of the Jackson under- taking establishment, where we were part- ed by the late Emanitel Jackson. ‘This en- counter recalis the fact that Mr. Corker had twice been humiliated by having to convey an apology with an indemnity to your correspondent, ‘both for Robert A. Cole and Robert ‘Tr. Motts, for insults which they afterward regretted. Because T was algo deliberately insulted after giv- Ing my services free to sing for the bene- ft 1 take this privilege of incitation by. The Bill of Fare at the New Grand. Space will not permit comment on per- formers this Week. Frantz Caesar ‘and company, Mabel Biaine, Ned Burton and company, Reynolds and King. with an {- tation Vurlesque on Bert, Williams. that Was kod, and the Alpha Sextette, vocally fine and artistically clever, completed the bil, “Phe bill for the last hair had Latte Grady, Grace Thompson, Sandios brothers, Emily’ Green and company, Harry C. Ly: ons, a good imitator, and’ Williams. and Woif, who made a distinct hit. The droll- ery 6f the comedian was rich and classy and full of humor galore In season. New Pictures at the Phoenix. “The Battle of Crecy,” “Boss of the Lumber Camp” and ‘the ‘illustrated sons, “As the Years Roll On,” were the features on Monday night. ‘The matinees continue popular. ‘The Bill of Fare at the Monoaram. ‘The bill at the Monogram includes the Golden Gate Trio, Winfred, Balese and Martin, Ada Banks, Camper Trio and “Leon,* a magician. "In receiving affronts from actors and musicians T may as well say that T am not on State street as an accommodation to help such” people un- less T feel so disposed’ to do so. T write for the benefit of the public. I make my living as a business man advertising busi- ness men. Actors don't support me at all. ‘The money I get from actors I give away to feed some of them when they are hun- gry. Iam going to be a little stiff here- after. People get too cheap when they are ignorant, especially when you praise them. T waited to Interview “Leon” at his. own request and waited Ike a dunce while he allowed himself to be smuggled away by ER. 5 —————— Wanted to join Southern Circuit, playing the best acts. How many acts can you use? Something to your advantage. Write @. W. WASTELL, Manager Dixie Vaudeville Cir- cuit, Nashville, Tenn ech ene oF Perhaps he is not old enough to have a mortgage on himself.” I may comment on his work later and per- haps not. Will Dorsey, who has been very ill is back at his post, rather feeble at this writing. Mrs. ‘Harrison, the pianist gave Eood Music as Dorsey's assistant. New Photo Plays at the Merit. Monday evening at this house had “Saved By ‘a Cat,” and “The Sear,” which drew immense audiences. . New Grand--High Class Vaudeville AND STOCK THEATRE Want first class acts of all kinds. Write or wire for time. Address Emardi Johnson, P. O. Box 335, Jackson, Tenn. ‘The Great Lakes Lodge, No. 43, BPO. EB. W. ‘The tenth annual ball of the Great Lakes Lodge will be given Monday, May 20, 1912, at Central hall, ‘Twenty-second street and Wabash avenue. ‘The commit- tee of arrangements having found it. im- possible to secure any. other hall with conveniences required for thelr many pa- trops. The committee desires to. assure the public that the same uniform. and courteous attention to details and to the comfort of their patrons, which has char- acterized their previous “entertainments, will, if anything, be surpassed on this oc: eee Wanted «: Once Cornet, Clarinet, Trombone To double orchestra or stage. Also want six canvasmen. State lowest salary and all in first letter. CHARLES GEYER’S MINSTRELS HARVEY, ILLINOIS. Chicago Stateq Notes. The Pekin buffet is closed, Profession- al people should address their mail to, the William Foster Music Company, 3025 State street. Mrs. ‘Tom MeIntosh is to take a busi- ness trip to New York during the. week, but will return to Chicago immediately to Tesume her vaudeville work. ‘T. J. Sadler, the singer, who was form- erly with the original Abbysinia company, is doing the city for a fortnight, meeting his old professional friends. ‘The White Rose theater will probably he the name of the new picture theater be- ing erected at Thirty-fifth and State streets. Charles H. Moore, formerly. sec- retary of the C. V. B.A, will be manager. ‘The Star Quartette, consisting of Sid- ney Kirkpatrick, George Day,” Whitney Viney and Jack’ Johnson, former members of the Georgia minstrels, will open over the’ Butterfield time May 18th. Miss Wilhelmine B. ‘Tate, sister of Frank and George Tate, the musicians, who is a clerk In the treasury. department, at Washington, D. C., visited her brothers at 9224 Porest avenile, last week and 1s now in New York. finishing her vacation, William Brown, trap drummer of Rich: ards and Pringles’ Georgia minstrels, goes out with “Old Cross Roads." a white com- pany, ma few days. Walter Lee is also in the city, * ‘Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Powell were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Marsh Craig, of 2608 Porest avenue, during Mr. Powell's ‘engagement at the Monogram, Mr. Pow- jell was to open this week at Hammer- Stein's, New York City, hut could not make the jump in time, so’ the date has beer set back, Soke ‘The resignation of Anthony D. Byrd, as president of the Colored) Vandevill Benevolent Association of New York, was perhaps a wise move on the part of Mr Byrd, inthe face of opposition and hls resignation should be Accepted ‘without contention. Tt ean be said, however, tha Mr. Byrd’ gave faithful service and his labor will be rewarded. | The Netherwood has opened under new management with a cafe and dining room up and down stairs, and everything. wil soon be in apple pie order. The uppel part of the building is about the hand somest in the city. ‘The new proprietors Messrs. Kelley and Miggett, are both col: ored gentlemen from the West Side, an¢ ‘oth individually popalar: : Wants Two Good Comedians who can make good; strong Cornet player re street to double stage. Billy Owens, Willie Twosweet and Garfield Magee write. Best Minstrel Show and accommodations of any canvas show on the road. Pueble, Gol, May 13, then Colorado Springs e@ C. L. Erickson THE GOLDEN RULE. When @ man is slow to anger, People think he's just a. fool, Or if he has a. forgiving spirit, ‘That he's a scapegoat out of school ; But let me tell to whom T ean: Don't Kindle fire with smoky fuel! For happiness to every man, Ts centered in the Golden’ Rule. ectventer tomes: That so much talked about At The Crown Garden, Indianapolis, === THIS WEEK === Ns : a a. eee Soa | oy ag — Sean \ A THAT MYSTERIOUS TRIO GREEN, PUGH & GREEN. PROGRAMME: Waiters from All Directions. ..... . a, . Opening Pepllights 051 25.045 500... 52s ae ceeeeesess Mr. Green That's My Personality.... as ...,-Cora Green Friend of Mine...... pie kere! ‘Master Bones Pugh I Got Your Number..............................Cora and James Green Everybody's Doing It................ tesesesecssee+sBy The Bunch Permanent Address, The Freeman, Indianapolis, Ind. EASTERN THEATRICAL NOTES. By Billy E. Jones. Henderson and ‘Thomas are at the De- lancey “Theater, New York City, this week Coates and Jefferies are at the Pavil- fon, Barre, Vt. Brown and Nevarro are at the Or- pheum ‘Theater, Lincoln, Neb. Miller and Lyles are at Shea's Thea- ter, Buffalo, N.Y. Simms and Thompson are at the Colo- nial Theater, Nashua, N. H. Carita Day is at the Majestic Theater. East’ St. Louis, Mo, The Fifteen Africanders are at the Keystone Theater, Philadelphia, Pa. Fiddier and Shelton are this week at the Orpheum Theater, St. Paul, Minn. Brown and Lawson are scoring a, bie success on Foxe time.” ‘This week thev are playing at the Grand ‘Theater, New Haven, Conn. ‘The Smart Set Company, with 8. H. Dudley, will appear at Hurtig & Sea- man's i25th-street house for two weeks. commeneceing May 18. ‘The Black Patti Musical Comedy Com- pany appeared at the Lyceum Theater. Paterson, N.J.. and scored one of the biggest liits of any show there this sea- GOES nicGining: Gh Ateee SencktE Julius Glenn, comedian with the Patti show this -seagon, is scoring aig. nit ae Hamilton Hosk, and. he creates "mo Sau or ieeeuten ais wie ena meiner seem to'capture the’ audience "come etry.” Hie sone ite. “Pane a Water- fnelon on My Grave’ ahd “Don't Let the Will be with the above named show next Trap Drummer. Would like to get with circus, theatre or carnival com- pany. Address BOX 215, CLARLSVILLE, TEX. Olymphia Theatre 1610421 South St,. Philadelphia, Pa Toe only hovge in Philadelphia that you cap toy clean Wandeyile i tuner, Can at aya use qood singles or doubles. Writs an 13 open time and pic BRYANT KEN SEDY Menger —___ C. H. COFFEY That Versatile Single Black Face Singing, Talking, Dancing. 1012 minutos in ones Bronguncol ase with retura everwhere. Warning: jens * and en a 2S By own songs and copyrighted. so lay of AG- dress The Freeman, Indianapolis. Ind. LR } ag ay EY ; Prk. p ( hee (ONT GOSsiP of THE SINGE, os 1{ oy SOR ey, d = re * (he ‘The Arntes are at Pittsburg for the next two weeks. ‘A. new house will open up soon at Durham, N.C. John A: McCall will be proprietor. Wilson and Dewey, the “Bandman and His Band,” week of May 6, at Fox the- ater, Aurora, Ill. Campbell and Campbell, J. H. and ‘Bana are now in their fourth week at the Majestic theatre, Wilmington, N. C.. and are doing fine. Brooks and Wilson, juggling acrobats, Savoy theater, Thirly-fourth street 6. 7 and 8. Broadway theater, Long Branch, N, J., 9, 10 and 11. Pugh and Pugh have Just closed a three weeks' engagement at the Douglas theater, Macon, Ga, and are enroute to ‘Wilmington, N.C. ‘McNeil and McNeil are at the Rex the- ater, Winston-Salem, N. C. Just closed & suecessful engagement at Dixie the- ater, Charlotte, N. C. ‘The Russels, Joe and Armanda, ap- peared at the Majestic theatre the week Sf-April 29th, at Regina, Sask. ‘The week of May 6th’ they appear at the Grand Opera House, Devil Pake, N. Jake Fiddler's wife is being very much troubled with tonsilitis. She is with him, and, of course, subject to change of doc- tors in every city. Fiddler is of Shelton and Fiddler. In Omaha last week. ‘The great DeWayman Niles is the fea- ture “attraction with McCabe's Greater Georgia Troubadours._ Hg joined the show at Sutton, Neb. April 27, after a four ot he vacation at his home in St. Louis. The two Weavers, Kula Mae and J. J.. closed, their engagement at the Globe ‘Trhe- ater, Jacksonville, Fia., on the oth, after four successful weeks.” They open ‘at the Pekin Theater, Savannah, Ga., on the 6th. ‘Wilson and Dewey are in thelr fourth week over the Western vaudeville time, They are booked up to June 1. Week of April 29, Galesburg, Ill. Gayety, Theater ; week of May 6, Elgin, Til, Grand Theater. W. S. Levard, manager of _Levant’s Dandy Dixie Minstrels, was in Indianap- olis last Monday. He showed at Green- field, Ind. He expects to open at the Union ‘Theater, Indianapolis, in the near future. ‘There is also a theatrical problem. The acts want continuous employment; the managers want to pay salaries that will mean profit for them. Actors and man- agers will have to get together and talk iover, Ie the colored people And them: selves forced together socially, they should fake advantage of it by pushing their own concerns. The Dudley proposition is. a Fight proposition, whether he wins — or foses. "Continuous ‘work at living ‘wages is ‘The Carter Trio, Paul, Ruth and Nettle, after playing Chicago,’ Cincinnati, Indi- anapolls, Louisvilel_and Lexington, over Doyle's time, will open at the Queen The; ater, Wilmington, N. C., the week of April 29, for four weeks. Paul, says: "Seon and Heard While Passing.” by S. ‘T. Whitney, in The Freeman, which we get every week, are the most interesting Sayings we have ever read. Unless he had the public at heart he could not say uch interesting things. Keep it up, Tutt.” Mr. Will H. Brown and wife Oma Crosby Brown, closed with the “My Friend from Dixie” Company in Chicago, and are recuperating at their country ‘place in Peru, Ind. the guests of Mrs. Brown's mother, Mrs, Anna Patterson, prior to thelr opening in vaudeville for the sum- mer, the act being already booked. Mr. Brown was compelled to refuse many flat- tering offers from Chicago agents for his act, owing to the ill health of his wife, but we are glad to know that Mrs. Brown is Improving, and these two clever artists will soon be seen in the leading vaudeville fouses throughout the country. To Mr. W. Dorsey. pianist at the Mon- ogram. and Mr. Trvine Miller, of the team Of Milier and Harris. who made my ben- efit a reality, not mere words: I wish to thank them ‘also Mr. Miller, proprietor of the Monogram, and Mr. Klein, man- ager, for. donating the house. free of charge, to my. cause. Also, Tt tender thanks to. those noble performers, broth- ers and sisteres, for contributing thelr presence for a brother who is really in heed: and last, but not least, to the ten- der-hearted public, who so. Krandly came forward to help one of God's unfortunates AILT can say Is, God bless every one who came to the Monogram that night; also, Bless the performers who assisted ; and to the loyal hearts, namely. Miller, Dorsey. Milter and’ Klein, "T tender my” humble thanks. LEROY BLAND. 2446 Dearborn St. Chicago. NOTES FROM 101 RANCH REAL WILD WEST, PLACER- VILLE, CAL. We ard still moving along nicely now that ‘we are in oUF seventh week of out Success since the opening day. Every Stand has almost been a turnaway and the consensus of opinion 1s that Prof H. L, Rawles’ Annex Band is the can- ay_ ‘The big top band and the cowbovs ‘and cowgirls attend every concert, and the applause is enough to turn the head of an ordinary ‘man, but, Prof. Rawles is pretty, evenly ‘baianced. and besides he has the knack of getting together. a retty nifty bunch of musicians when he Rae's haifa chance, and this ts one of the times he has outdone himself. He certainly has a talented. as well as an {atelligent and friendly bunch. Just like sibig family. , The roster is as follows: Band—H. L. Rawles, manager and con- ductor, solo Bb cornet; Ed. Farrell, cor- net; L. K. Baker, cornet; M. H. Mimton. clarinet; Alex Parker solo alto; S. ¥. Ford, ‘alto, W. F. Washington, irs trombone; W. N. Nash, second trombone: R. W. Jotinson, baritone: James Mitchell tuba; J. L. Holmes, snare drum; D. A. Jackson, bass drum. Minstrels—tambos, Nash and Jackson: bones, Ford. and Holmes: stage manager. 8. Fr. Ford: in terlocutor, H. L, Rawles. Everybody is well and happy, and have only words of praise for the "genial managers of the &reat 101 Ranch, and are especially fond ‘Of the side show manawer, ‘Mr. Geo. V Connor and his amiable wife, who. is ‘ever ready to come to the relief of the sick or afflicted, regardless of race or condition, and Prof. Allen, our inside ‘manager and. lecturer, is also. praised by all for his good ‘natured style ot handling the inside. We were all very happy to seo the dear old Freeman and the bunch have done nothing but talk gu the topics so ably discussed by th “old reliable” Freeman, All join me ir regards to all friends in and out of the profession. You will hear from us every ee ee TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE BAND OR- CHESTRA AND GLEE CLUB IN INDIANAPOLIS. PERFORMANCE RECEIVED WITH GREAT PLEAS- URE. ‘The music-loving people of this com- munity had been looking forward. to that eventful date, May 3, when the Tus- kegee musical organization would make its appearance. The reputation of the aggregation and its triumphs in various clifes were’ already, known, consequently all_were on the tiptoe of expectation. Between 12 and 1 o'clock, May 3, the organization reached Indianapolis." On its march to its destination it lined up in front of the Indianapolis News office, the Star office and the Sun office, the three dailies of this city. In a short while, at either place, a crowd of listen- ers surged around, showing pleasure at the playing by generous applause. At the News office “the band” struck Up Dixte, @ tune naturally full of vim. The many’ pieces (instruments) added to the ively ‘air and the street responded. A mediey of national airs was also put on. “Miss Trombone,” where the trombones did splendid work and other. pleces Were done on the street, includ- ing some well known ““darkey" airs, ‘The bandmaster, N. Clarke Smith in. his direction for graceful movements, will stand up with the best in the country. He has not the gyrations ond genutlec- tions, gesticulations rampant, noted of come of the more famous directors. Hits street work was poetically beautiful. and at the hall at times he was superb. Nothing seemed exaggerated, everything seemed right. || ‘The spacious Tomlinson hall_was fairly tested in its capacity——a more de- lightful, “interesting appreciative. audi- ence no’ band of colored people has ever played to. The occasion was. great enough for all. And then it was the famous |Tuskezee band. What did Booker ‘T's school have to offer for “our edification?” It had a plenty. ‘The boys came on with their various instru- ments, about a half a hundred of them neatly attired in dark coats and white duck ‘trousers. ‘They took their places. Bandmaster Smith took his place. in front, raised his baton and the grand concert was on. ‘The program was as follows and without. variation: 1. Mareh— “The Tuskegee Institute”....Smith 2. Overture— “Poet and Peasant”......Von Supve 3. Fantasia— "Steal Away to Jesus”.......Smith 4. Meditation— “Last Hope” ...........Gottschalk 5. Songs — “Babe, I'm Learning to Love Mow aes cecerscss a). ors emit Labor Song—“¥ou'il Git There Bye an Bye.” Accompanied by Banjo, Man- dolin and Guitar Club. 6. Humorous— “I'm Afraid to Come Home in the DORE ees easscees200) LARS (What happened’ to'a wayward husband.) INTERMISSION. 7. Mglodies— Saxophone Quartette and Glee Club ,...........-.Forty Voices a“The Tuskegee Song". ........ saasuig ini tag acy, Dunbar-Smith » Don't “Let Noboay Turn You ‘Roun. © “That Mighty Day.” 8. Ethiopian Melody— “Dat Johnson ‘Two-Step".....Smith Copies ‘of second edition for sale. 9. Overture — “William Tell’ .............Rossini 10. Waltzes— “The Colored Prima Donna”..Smith 11, Characteristic— “Rustle of Spring”.........Sineten ‘The program was worthy throughout. Some of the numbers were more heav- fly applauded than others. showing an improved taste for music or apprecia- tion of the skill and ability of the per- formers. ‘The “Poet and Peasant” per- haps the most classical selection ren- dered, was almost. uproariously "re- celved. Some of this was due to the really fine conducting ‘of bandmaster Smith, and also to the happy. arranze- ment of parts, the splendid movements: then the forte, fortissimo, piano, planis- simo and the ‘various other musical ex- pressions. ‘Steal Away to Jesus.” was an arrangement of the well known Ne- gro folk lore song, and one of the very best. Coleridxe-Taylor treats it In’ his book of twenty-five African and Amer- ican Negro “compositions (arrange- ments). One is greatly reminded of the “Steal Away to Jesus’ by the English Negro composer. It is strictly on. the English style, heavy, somber and in keeping with the low’ spirited idea. Like the Coiridge-Tavlor composition it could stand a few brilliant places without en- dangering the motif ‘of its theme, —A bit of singing, une voce, and otherwise. is done in this composition adding to its originality and uniqueness. ‘The audi- ence was touched by this tribute to one of their common songs. It was most respectfully received. Bandmaster Smith showed the versa- | tility of his band in “I'm ‘Afrald to Come Home in the Dark" by Lampe, and also his own cleverness as a conduc: tor. The characterization was of a fellow weil in his cups on his way. home: he sees things. Mr. Smith made it. very [plain that he saw things. “It is almost yond description to show how . the music could stand for a drunken condi- tion. A few movements by Mr. Smith, and it Is at once plain to every one. | the singing by ‘the Glee Club assisted by the Saxaphones, was amusing and | Was highly enjoyed. ‘The overture “William Tell,” was an- other big number and it went bie. This work is standard, noted for the heavy execution. But contrary to most works, of the kind, it has no notably peaceful smiling issues following the “violent” passages. “It is business with vim and hurrah all the time. In. “Poet” and Pensant.” after heavy passages, we are made to lie down in pleasant places, ‘The band and Glee Club is fairly ideal. The men are young, many _of Whom blew their first. note with» Mr. Smith, yet they play on the whole as veterans. I cannot resist the tempta- tion to say that the band should carry along with it a lady soloist, sort of a daughter of the regiment, ‘or two of them and two men." Why the band does not carry solo- ists is hard to understand. Two women, one soprano and one alto, and two men, one tenor and one bass, atid an ideal May musical festival would have resulted. I mean great singers, the women especial- ly. Great voices trained for the sones to be sung on the tour. Voices of sufi- to He Sung on the tour. Velees of suffi- THE FREEMAN, AN \LLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. ur Sreatest musical festival done by Neg-|Bailey Hardy, a Washington contralto foes in the world and ene of the gvest|of decided talent, musical festivals of the i This has ewe in mind the possibilities of the soloists.| Luke and Ethlyn Scott are arousing as such, and as doing duets, trios, quar-|renewed interest here by thelr dainty. fetis' ahd “leading tho total ouigt ot musical sketch, in which oth ‘appear €| Fira Voices.” “What. an opportunity: but’ tee | marked. advantage.” "Mr, Scots robust Elories of wthe “event will not lin ‘by [tenor is finely displayed in is _suner® | Maw , | ehat malihe ‘be, Parnape the’ scope @f|tendition of the "Door. of Hope. and| short The''ruskeves pian would ‘not °oemit [Stra Scott gave’ a new “and fatensely | oy Suen an innovation, Grematic, inteppretation’ of “rnet Hive- Between 2,000 and 3,000 heard the|notizing Man.” Mrs. Scott's new gowns | == playing and were immensely pleased. are a marvel of the modiste’s art. Luke Re lee es eg oe naa ee fears po ot ce EASTERN THEATRICAL NOTES. rm, — WHY SEALS & FISHER ARE IN < (By Billy E. Jones.) NASHVILLE. Gate a — oy Brown and NevarTo are at the Orpheum] We didn't want to rest up, so we| Sete yr, | Theater, Denver, Colo. phen) open. at Twelfth avenue theatra, week of| mean a! saainemn anit ake the’ rath. "The seating capacity 1s 1,400. |Btar’ rat] "Larkins ang Pearl arp at the Bijou ‘The-| and, the” house ‘was sacked te. the, side | wae one | ater Battle Creeks, Mich. se Walls. “Somehow or Stuer it leaked out | = helt .. Wel aaty eae SF Brtenes, Sones as ind | eaten, and doftrien are scoring nicely| terstar the bill and aviiad rush was the nes ae Siactawane, Bane Week Won at its a prand ihiag"t> woke s oe pail Reputation for" yourself te” agod ones | — y'Nz| Ruy 2, Jones iy this week at Paterson, land let tego on ahead of vou {nto.a tow y le| n.d. caro of Black Patt Company” [and everybody takes you by the end | et etc’ Std says, Becla, oid boy, we bate rend AAS] Cook and Stavena are at the Crystal {se much of you oh; we sée where youve | PLAY ont |noaior, Milwatice, Wis this weeks" | ie"em nard and tharare proud to" know 5 ie — tac pou ane sucoenetal’ There une Cl ayy ig] _ Henderson and Thomas are now on|say_in reply to these” many’ compli= tHe] Loen's time, at the Liberty Theater, ‘Now |ments, I'am not. making a fortune. io| = ot | York: the show. busiiess, "but the ropucation, ide bree a Seoa"hesith, tite’ money, plenty to oak 80d] The Howard Theater, Washington, p,|End- dring,” surrounded by host “of soct|C. te preseating good vauscrile Sad’ pie | friends "aia “admitors, astompanot Ey very | Sie incPot the. sweetest and trnest tele and Leas Wien in the profession x “name Godt alk] Misa Alice Ramsey will Introduce a new| and‘ am as happy aa a threevsear old: <2] song wien tie plage New “Fork ith tis potas Noes ‘the | Patti show. DREAMLAND THEATER. SAN AN-!;.--. aie ome opened at the Coloaial The- ater, New York, Monday, and. scored a big success. The “Hottest Goon in Dixte” Company Js in vaudeville this ‘week at the Colonial Theater, Nashua, N. He The Meredith Sisters, one of the best colored ‘sister teams in vaudevitie. open at the Temple ‘Theater, Detrolt,” Mich. Scoring a big success. Sympax & Downey, professional ladies hair dressers, 1832. Seventh street, Wash ington, D. Cy tnvite all ladies, when play Ing Washington, to call. Fiddler and Shelton aig returning from a second tour of the Orpheum Circult, coming Hast with special crop of new Songs. ‘This week ‘they are at the ‘Or phetm Theater, Omata, Neb. ‘The Black Patt Musieal Comedy Com- ly, who have not appeared in New York ‘ity for several seasons, will appear the week of May 13, at the Grand Opera House, headed by’ Mine. Sissleretta. Jones the original Black Patti. ‘The comedy’ t Staged ‘with a magnificent set of seoners and. brilliant costumes, and is. presented in three aets, and is called “In the Jun: sles" Wit and humor prevail. through Sut the ‘entire production. Julius Glent is chief fun-maker, and W, A. Cooke, as Sherlock Tolmes, makes a ‘strong bid’ fo the same fame with his book onthe con stitution. ‘The company is one of the bes on the road this season THE VICTORIA FOUR AT OLIO THEATER, LOUISVILLE, KY. Sy Jas. 4. Price. The Victoria Four, in their second week in our city, halls from the Bast, and i strictly up to the standard. Neat, natty and nifty, volees harmonious, and ‘chorus numbers pleasingly put over. This week the" presentation Is) “Mr. Green frorr Greenville.” Mr. Chas. Marrs, In the tit role, is excruciatingly funny, and is kick. ing “em with “Traveling Man.” Miss 7. Bumbray (under cork) stops, the show with “That Sweet Black Man.” Misa Wills, the and. graceful, gets by nicely with “T Like Music with My Meals,” and Mr. Earl Burton, as the straight, chirp: “Germany” pleasingly. ‘The comedy clean and refreshing, which 1s decidedly to the liking of the crowded houses thai greet the bunch nightly. They send re. gards to friends in and out ef the pro- fession. THE PASSING SHOW IN WASH. INGTON. By Artie. J. Leubrie Hill's “My Friend from Dixie" going good at the Howard, and is adding new friends to its lone list of old admirers. Charles Woody. grown to ‘be a local favorite, assumed Will Brow- ers" role as Bill Simmons on the shortes Kind of notice, and made-a distinct. hit Mr. Woody. is developing into one of the dest straight men in the business. and his steady advancement ts being watched with pleasurable interest. Miss Bvon Robinson, « Washington girl, is having the chance of her life as Mr. Hill's 1ead- ing Tady. and has proven equal to every emergency. By diligent and. conscien: tious effort she has established. herself firmly in the front rank of musieal com- tay stars. “Loubrie Till, as a character artist, isin a class by himself. and de- Serves the kreat success he has achieved. Hie ‘has. surrounded ‘himself by a group of sterling actors and singers, and It 1s hoped he can hold them intact for the other bie ‘road profuctions. he as ‘tn mind, ‘Sam’ Gaines, Lilian Bradtord and Hichard ‘Shelton ably. supplement Mr Hilit's efforts long high-class lines, and the strong and. well-drilled chorus has hot, een ovettonped ‘by, any. show yet fen here.” Wil Vodrey’s. tuneful ‘num: heres, “Mumts. the Word, Mr Moon "When the Sun Goes Down.” “Has any One Seen Jim Jackson, Lee?" “Going to Have a Good. ime.” “Real Coon Itaz" *Stolasses Candy," in Summertime.” and otheres, continue to" evoke tumultuous Selene - |, Manager A. J. Thomas has endeared himself to the theatrieal profession. by establishing at 635 T street a “Howard Annex,” where he will arrange for the accommodation of traveling artists In homelike fashion, He has solved. the ¥exatious problem of how to. get the right sort ‘of stopping place for stae people who has no homes for the larger portion of the year. Besides comfort- Able rooms and toothsome table service, Mr. Thomas has provided a beautifully furnished parlor, with a plano, open. {0 all, and will have a cozy ‘reading room, stocked with the leadeing newspapers: magazines and inviting convenienses ‘The Annex is immediately opposite. the theater. “Mr. ‘Thomas has purchased the home and has full control. Due an- nouncement will be made of the grand opening. pees Crumbiey and Davis and Miss Ray Bailey, who have recently formed a trio. are resting here this week, and will. be the top liners at the Howard's big. bili for next week, Their new act is said to bea “scream.” For the week of May 1% Manager Thomas announces the special engaxe- ment of the Ten Dark Knights, whose appearance has long been awaited, and of Miss Fanny Wise, who will be remem- bered for her splendid. work with Cole and Johnson's “Red Moon”. two. years ago. “By general request Miss Wise. will sing “Bleeding Moon,” in the rendition of which she has no rival. Other stand- ard attractions will fill out the Bill There is a striking resemblance tn both face ‘and figure between Mme. Cordelia McClain and Miss Pauline Crampton. Who have been appearing at the various Washington houses. Both are’ remark: ably handsome women, queenly in. bear- ing, and are fine singers.” Their toilettes are exquisite, with @ pientitude of dia monds and pearis.. Their personal reta- tions are as sisterly as their profession: al jointure suggests. “In order that each may have an opportunity to display her higher accomplishments, Mme, MeClain and, Miss Crampton | frequenity “Inter- change prima donna and comedy roles. and few but those on the inside are able to “tell which from tother.” Miss Henrietta Vinton Davis, the tras- edy queen, writes from Kingston, Ja- maica, that she is meeting with great Success in her ‘dramatic recitals. under the direction of Prof. 'T. Bilis Jackson ‘She has appeared before splendid audl- ences at Kingston, Port Antonia, Butt's Bay and Annato Bay. and her work has been laviahly praised by the daily: at each point visited. ‘Miss Davis te ac- companied on her tour by Mrs) Nonle Ses ewe ED. F. PEAT & ELLA HAYEs First appearance in the West or South. Can make good on any bill, Managers of Southern houses write for open time. “We aro only Weer get short time, then back East “Week April 2, Monogram Theatro, uiagy: t May 6, Pekin Theatre, Cincinnati. Write Ed. F. Peat, at above adase Bailey Hardy, a Washington contralto of decided talent, Luke and Ethiyn Scott are arousing renewed interest here by thelr dainty musical sketch, in which both appear to marked advantage. Mr, Scott's robust tenor is finely displayed in his superb Zendition of ‘the ‘Door of Hope.” and ‘Mrs. Scott gave a new and_ intensely @ramatic interpretation of “That Hyo- notizing Man.” Mrs. Scott's new gowns are a marvel of the modiste’s art. Luke Scott is a Washington boy, and his Wricnda axa wewek ot tin, The Star Theatre. Columbus. Ps WHY SEALS & FISHER ARE IN NASHVILLE. We didn't want to rest up, so. we open at Twelfth avenue theatre, week of the vith. “The seating capacity Is 1,400. and the house was packed to the ‘side ‘walls. Somehow or other it leaked out that ‘Baby ‘Seals, of Freeman fame. was to star the bill and a mad rush was the word—ah, its a grand thing to make a reputation for yourself (a good one). and let it go on ahead of you into a town and everybody takes you by the hand and says, Seais, old boy, we have read ‘50 much of you, oh, we see where you've hit fem hard, and We are proud to. know that you are successful. I have this to say in reply to these’ many — compli- ments. I am not making a fortune in the show business, but the reputation, good health, little money, plenty to eat and dring,’ surrounded by a host of friends and admirers, accompanied by one of the sweetest and truest little wives in the profession. I tmank God, and I am as happy as a three-year old. DREAMLAND THEATER, SAN AN- TONIO, TEXAS. The Dreamland theater, at San An. tonio, Texas, under the management of Mr. Chintz Moore and his wife Ella, is still In the land of the living and doing nicely. Little Benny Sparrow, late of the Richards and Pringles’ minstrels. is in -his seventh week and is making R004, Miss Birdie Wade, coon shouter, is back after four weeks absence and ‘is. scor- ing big ax usual. Great Allen, the boy comedian, just joined and has made ood: also “Mr. “Enillip Perkins. a new comedian to the San Antonioans, opened here on the 20th and. screamed them, Mrs. Ella B. Moore has made good here 48 a producer, and she is called the fashion plate of the southwest. Chintz diccss shen teense, Sok Merit Theatre 34651 State Street, Chicago, Il. Always the best pictures of Western Plays, Special 2 reel subjects every wok A Canary Bird given away every Tuesday. Roses and Carnations to alps trons on Saturday night. All welcome. Admission 5 cents. Musicians for band for a big road show; also good performers, male and fy. male. Write at once. Booze fighters not wanted. Tickets sent to Tight peo ple. Address BOB JOHNSON, Guild, Tenn. New Rupture Cure Don’t Wear a Truss Seceas Agpticon, Wa aaa eee ie Se ore: - wi Automatic Air Cushions. PD onder eck Se Ra Gee o QE SESS Fh Pat. Sept. 10, "01. et CATALOGUE FREE, o.8, SOU EE oo a PRE (5 BEOOKS, 15 Stato aT 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. nnn EEE eee 3 For the People’s and Palace Theaters, Houston, Tex, Good companies of ten people, four males and four females, piano and traps. You can get a good, long engagement here on salary or per centage. Good stock people, male or female, write. I have here two of the finest Theaters in the South; no opposition. Forty thou: sand colored people. Good, useful people in all lines write Goot producers and people who don’t know too much, can do well here; but if you are very smart and want to teach folks, you'd better not come. You will be sorry. George Lewis, Frank Tansell, Kid Mc Coy and all good people who have been here, write. F. F. Loftus, Mgr. Room 10 Kiam Bld., Houston, Tox. Visit the Manila Theatre Cor. Twelfth and N. West Sts, Entire change of program daily. Lat- est and best pictures—vaudeville. One hour and 80 minutesshow. Admission 5e. If you come once, you'll come again. —— Those 2 Unbleached Eccentrics Thornton & Long saehaay Olea Ooi es Cueto Sascen a ermaee, eee ene Ae ————EEEEEEEEEEEeEes Cape May, N. J. Special rates for Fall and Winter. Ser. vice unsurpassed in America. eeymprenrens E. W DABE, Proprietor. WANTED! Good singing and dancing soubrettes, clever sister teams, high clas sketch teams. comedians, etc. Claborn Jones, Hatch & Hatch, Ranee Smith, Buster and Willie Porter, Wilson & Davis, Billy Ward, Alice Ramsey write or wire. We can use good, clean acts at all times, Nothing too good for this Theatre, and no salary too high if you have the goods, So don’t misrepresent. Booze fighters and knockers get quick action here. Address Manager Queen Theatre, Wilmington, N. ¢. To Performers Have You Played ‘The Playhouse beautifal, Leased by Andrew J. Thomas, Washington, D.C.?_ The only place of its Kind in the world, Refined “vaudeville td elected photoplars. Instractiye, enter faining and inducivo of race pride: Addeoes Manager Howard Theatre ‘T, Bot. oth & 7th Sts, N. W.. Washington. D. C, Chorus Girls who can sing and dance always wanted. Write or wire We are looking for Good Stuff in Vaudeville (it's scarce), if you have it, we want ym. Please give this your immediate attention. Globe Theatre, Jacksonville, Florida. Frank Crowd, Owner and Manager, ES J.C. Patton the official ” —For— 5 The Freeman Special prices to all Theatrical peop'e. PHOTOS FOR NEWSPAPER CUTS can be secured in 15 minutes. Ten Minute Post Cards Three for 25 cents. Enlarging and Framing Open from 9am. to 1p. m, Old phone, Mala, 1853; Now phone, 1504 422 Indiana Avenue. The New Grand Continuous Vaudeville, Moving Pictures Change of Program Monday and Thursday Finest Theatre in America 3110-12 State St., - Chicago, Ill. Performers Send in Your Open Time. EVERY LADY READ THIS. . Vaudeville Acts For S. H. DUDLEY THEATRE, | Washington, D. C. Open June 1. 1 can give acts from 4 to 6 weeks if you have the goods; if you have not the goods, then come East and let Dudley write you an act. Address LEW. W. HENRY 1213 U Street, N. W., Washington, D. ¢ ‘Years ago, when Iwas a sufferer, an old puree told me of a wonderful cure for Lon- corrhea, Displacement, Painful Periods, Uterine and Ovarian troubles. Tt cured me in one month. It is a simple, harmless lotion that can be prepared by anyone hay- Ing the recepe. I will send it FREE to every suffering sister who writes tome. I have nothing to sell. This is a case of wom- an belping woman. send it FREE.” Ad Gress Mas. A. B. Hupswr. South Bend. Ind. re Organizers for the ican Order of a ae mation address G. W. BLAND, H. 8. P., 110i Colfax Ave.. South Bend, Ind. IN THE FIELD OF SPORT. BY HAROLD C. MCGATH. Jack Johnson has received his $1,100 for training, expenses. Jack Curly, Flynn's manager, paid the sum in ac- cervice with the contract. create a first-class fighting man. He has had, from his early youth, phenom enal agility, superhuman strength and prodigious size, and in addition a stout The Rex Baseball team, of Winston, S.C., is in good form, playing so this season without defeat. The team is willing to meet all comers, wants to hear from colored clubs coming south. CHICAGO—Leaving here May 2nd to begin his training at Las Vegas, for his match with Jack and John Flynn and announced that he would be the next majorsweight champion. "I am sometimes as good as when I fourchase season before," he declared, and "Johnson is not half as good as he was at that time. It man. I will get to get to him, but I'll be using pin before the sun sets on the manager, spent the greater part of the day here buying training paraphernalia. The great battle is over and victory the day after. But here is the way they referred to the fight in Australia, showing the intense interest in the last week a demand for tickets for the McVey-Landford return battle on Easter Monday (April 8) has set off a wave of application of the Stats arriving in the Stadium by every mail interest in this "all black" contest is being evinced all over Australia, there are symptoms that sportmasters from every country in New Zealand, will be at the ringside in Rushcutter Bay on Easter Monday. The men are both in strict training, and will enter the ring absolutely it to fight the battle of their JOHNSON WOULD COMPROMISE Champion Wants Federal Officials to Settle Smuggling Case. CHICAGO—Another attempt was made last week by Jack Johnson, champion pugilist, to obtain an amicable settlement of the charge that he smuggled a $2,000 necklace into the United States by Federal officers time ago, and Johnson was directed to pay its value and a $2,600 penalty to the government. The pugilist deposited $4,000 in the subtreasury and asked the district attorney to that purpose. The offer reported to the secretary of the treasury at Washington. JACK JOHNSON GOT HIS TRAINING MONEY. MAY BECOME HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION. William Tate of Alabama—A Negro With Good Prospects. Dr. Caffey is the foremost American sporting authority of the Negro race, and is thoroughly versed in the fighting name. In Tate he has discovered the importance of natural strength, and, with careful and proper training, he is in a direct line to win the heavyweight championship from Jack Johnson. He hawny Alabama Negro has been plodding along for the past three years training slowly, but surely, with an end in view for becoming a heavyweight pugilist of the very first class. In the opinion of the opinion of the players he has acquired a finish and mastery of the fighting art that makes him right now a formidable aspirant for the heavyweight honors of the world. He are George Washington ("Old Bones"), and Charley Allen, the Normal school football player. The training will be under the personal direction of Dr. Caffey, who will know well known that his vast knowledge can give him. After June 1, Tate will be under the management of Harry Rhinesmidt, the sporting saloonist, of Fifty-ninth street, which well known all the Negro starting line. 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My prescription comes from a physician and has made a special study of acting combination for the cure of deficient manhood and vigor failure ever put together. back I owe it to my fellow man to send me, copy in confidence, so that any man who is weak and disinterested with repeats who is agitated by himself with harmful patient needs to secure what I believe is the quickest resource, restorative, upbuilding, SPOT-TOUCHING remedy ever devised, and so cure himself from pain. Just drop me a line like this: Dr. A. Robinson, 3831 Luck Building, Detroit, MN, and I will send you a copy of this spine receipt in a plain many envelope free. I will send many doctors would charge $3.00 to $5 for merely writing out a prescription like this--but I send it entirely free. create a first-class fighting man. He has had from his early years, phenomaniacally prodigious size, and in addition a stout heart that is game, no matter how hard he must great the punishment. For a large number of ambitions to become a great fighter, and gradually these ambitions are being realized. In easy fashion he has dispatched his opponent, met him thus far in his career, and it is an interesting fact to note that he never let himself out for fear of permanently disabling the opposing fighters. On next Tuesday night he will have an opportunity of going at his best pace against Munday Johnson, the Chicago Bulls, in his first game, that the Chicago lad is in for the worst beating of his life at the hands of the Alabamacadeer. He will have a large crowd of colored sports will accompany Tate and his manager to Columbus to witness the bout and will back their favorite to the limit. After the bout, the game will be watched by every one connected with the fight game in America, as he was uped by all those who have seen him play. The successor of Jack Johnson as heavyweight champion of the world. His prospects for a fight with the topnotchers will allow his bout in Columbus and all the other clubs of the country will be clamoring for his appearance at their various clubs. Tate has been training faithfully for the game, during his training period, but his opponent is C Caffey, who is one of the leading colored fighting experts of the country, having been Jack Johnson's personal physician during his training period. He won the championship of the world. KID HOY IN TITLE CHASE. TOLEDO, O,—Kid Hoy, of Baltimore, Md., the greatest colored welterweight in the world today is hot on the trail of the world’s best wagers of middle weight. Such men has joined, Eddie McGoorty and Huro Kelly are the stars who dodge him. Hoy some years ago appeared in bouts at Indianapolis, where he was known for his style. At the Indiana clubs about Ft Wayne, Muncie and Hartford City, Ind. Hoy beat every boxer that stacked up against him, before the Eureka A. C. and Rube Winners a white hope of Muncie, Ind. at Ft. Wayne in one round of a ten round contest. Jack Dillon and Kid Hoy would draw one of the largest crowds in this part of the country if a match is made. JACK PETERS WANTS TO FIGHT. Jack Peters blew in The Freeman office the other day, and full of scrap. He had three baskets, one within three or five pounds of his own weight. Jack says he has had thirty-three battles, won twenty-five, got seven baskets, and won four. Connellly, who had met and beat all comers in England for three years, he Deceived the baskets, of Jacksonville, Fla., in fourteen rounds. His challenge is as follows: "I have put up forift money to bind a match. I have put a money addressed me at Fort Wayne. I need to read me in safety within the next fifteen days." IN AUSTRALIA. (By Billy Lewis. It was in the nineteenth round, says the "Fistiana," the well known Australian sporting journey, when Barry, the Chicago ope, wove a rope, his immense strength, "I'm good meal ticket for you, Sam, but you can't knock me out." Really they were meal tickets for each other—a mutual affair, Sam getting the long end of the rope, and Barry getting the good crowd was in, coming from all parts of the commonwealth to the stadium at Sidney, the fight port of the Antipodes, even unto New Zealand. He was tough, if not knocked out, leaning to the rope as a sick man to the rat at sea. It was on St. Patrick's day, and Barry, doubtless of the extraction, in his compulsions lustily cheered at his presence and for his good taste and tact. None of this, however, saved him from the scandal of nothing outdone. He wore a handsome new robe, the gift of his wife. The Australian writer says: "He looked at the canvas jauntily as he bowed about him in recognition of the fine reception. Billy McClain is in Sam's corner trainer. Syd Pearce of Scuiling, and football fame, and others of more or less distinction, were also in his corner. The Scottish regiment band struck up a tune and the gala day was on. If we want some good, vivid description of rounds given, we've got to get 'em of these far away writers. As I have said before, sport writers in our country have had to deal with deficiencies if they want to—maybe. But they don't think it is worth while. We don't look at the fight game in quite the same way as we look at splendid efforts at general reporting, but it was done by high specials as the rule. John Sullivan, Jim Corbett and others of their kind were enlisted because they were not because of their particular choice way of telling about what happened. However, there were many first class men doing the fight but they were not because of their particular choice way of telling about everybody in the business puts the stuff out in fine form owing, of course, to what they think of the game. In speaking of this game, I have to admit that part of the rounds perhaps were the best sent out from Reno, but at that they look like playthings when compared to what the Australians have sent them, where no championship was involved In the rounds that follow, as sample of the writers at the stadium, there is more than those given a few months ago, and which were gems of the kind. The for-mer, we deal to the severest literature, would deal to the severest literature for taste and language, and to all others for the interesting, well-told stories given, and I think they will be more popularly appreciated than the stiffer classical ones spoken of so favorably. From the Fistiana—Al Baker, Referee. Round 1—They sparred a moment only, and McVea hooked a left flush on the left shoulder. He straddled very low, and sticking his left shoulder out and his head turned and hanging low over the right. It was a terrible sight, and Barry himself from a knock-out, as it prevented, to a great extent. Sam from getting the right to the point. Barry clinched, meeting a solid right upper arm to the left at the body, but Barry's right THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER Even more sensational was the third. Barry went put to convince Sam that he'd been taken hostage. He swung both hands widely, and Sam danced gaily out of reach. But Jim tore after him, putting his soul into a cloud-rending skyscraper night, which he danced into. It joins the shoulder. Sam's feet were off the floor in a short back-move, and the blow, coming down like a falling tree or like Eric Bright, hit him. Sam sprawled on his back to the mat. And then was when they howled. The huge crowd, many of it fresh from St. Patrick's Day parade and sprint, and more than a dozen fierce in what they thought the conquest of white over black, and fairly roared its delight,cries of a White Hope, has been short-lived. It was short-lived "hope," however, for Sam was on his feet, laughing merrily, before the count went on him, and tore in the crowd. He was the astonishment born of his momentary success. Jim was the one who was all abroad, and McVea gave him some advice, but not notably a short, but fearfully heavy, right jolt to the mouth and a tremendous left swing that fairly clanged on Barry. He was more than that knock-down fluke. After McVea had torn a left hook into the now swollen nose, he hopped away as Jim tried another welt from the welkin, and thought it landed on me. He then jumped on it only made Sam laugh good naturely. This got Barry's goat, and he fairly rocked the crowd with laughter by his wild swings, which McVea wildly hilted me and enjoyed the coolness and enjoyment of a master enjoying the wild efforts of a pupil to hit him. Then he took a hand himself, driving a straight left to the nose that had been behind it, and hooked very heavily to the face just before the gong clanged. From this out the fight was even more one-sided. Barry now and then delightfully rup in the slats, but not one was hard enough to do more than make McVean grin amusedly and thereby send Jim fainn up the pole. It was laughable water Barry berterrime him. Samuel up the stage, and in the midst of his elaborate preparation, to see his head sent spinning by a slicing hook and score eyes scores of times, and yet it was the left one that got cut and swollen till its vision must have been impaired; and, strange to say, it was the left hand that had been completed it. This was due to the fact that Barry's bent over attitude offered his left eye as a target for a straight left, just as it enabled his opponent to see his features as often as on jaw, ear or temple. McVea varied his snapping hooks by driving the same weapon, with all his weight, spring, and muscular strength into the face. Barry had no block for the hook, but he had a hook or a body rip now and again. And yet, heavy as they were, they did not suffice to drop the huge white man, though they made him cling desperately to the hook, busy separating them, and though he grounds, for in nearly every clinch enfoiled said "Back, McVea," he never had gineered by Jim, Sam would be sober wiping it out orosey, a cute ward or sneaky left hook percut at close quarters; try it—and elevating the left towards "that inverted bowl we call the sky." "Twas Barry who did all the clinging, the ninth, and he had a lip on him like a motherless foal. How he survived this round and the next is a marvel, for Sam went in to end the strife and banged him alone, then fairly jumping up under his left and right pincers, every time as the big Chicagoan flung himself forward to try and clinch. BASE BALL—WAXAHACHIE. TEX. Waxahachie vs. Ennis, Saturday. Waxahachie, 5; Ennis, 2. Waxahachie vs. Waco Navigators (Tuesday). Waco, 5; Waxahachie, 4. SPORTING NEWS. The team of St. Joe, Mo., formerly known as the St. Joe Novelties, is now known as the Black Wonders. The lineup: S. Brewer, third base; E. Miller, second base; W. Bailow, first brown; left field; W. Bailow, first base; C. Thomas, second base; O. Anderson, right field; Q. Bailow, catcher; R. Robinson, catcher; B. Pullen, pitcher; C. Washington pitcher; H. White, pitcher; Gordon, substitute; A. Gray, substitute. PENSACOLA IN INDIANAPOLIS. Pierce Pitches Good Game, Shutting Out A. B. C.'s. The Pensacola Giants shut out the A. B. C.'s last Sunday at Northwestern last week. The team was invincible, he allowing the home boys three hits, while both A. B. C. pitchers were hit hard and often. C. score: A. B. C.s..... 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0-0 Giants..... 1 0 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 Batteries--Pryor. Bartlett and Thomson; Pierce and M. Cunningham. HELENA. ARK. Special to THE FREEMAN. Things around Helena are a little easier since the water started to fall. He was the captain of K. P. of. was robbed last week. The burglar helped himself to Mr. Avant's money and returned the pocketbook to Helena. He was in the yard. Mrs. Avant walks out the back way to avoid passing the footprints.... One of Helena's oldest citizens died Sat. November last Sunday. James Aaron, who had been in the employ of Benton for thirty-five years, who was at his funeral last Sunday.... Rev. and Mrs. Aaron, who died by death their little girl, who had been quite a while. She died Saturday evening and was buried Sunday.... 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At $3.95 you may choose charming summer blouses of silk with embroidered sailor collars. The prettiest waists imaginable for the warm summer day, $3.95. L. S. Ayres & Co., Indiana's Greatest Distributors of Dry Goods. CITY AND VICINITY. Mr. J. A. Braboy, of Kokomo, Ind., was in the city Wednesday. Pearl Ferguson, a well-known young lady, died at the Lincoln Hospital last Wednesday. A phantasmalogical panoramic exhibition will be given May 12, at 1125 North Senate avenue. "Puggy" Hutchinson left Tuesday to join Rube Foster's American Giants ball team. Capt. N. Clark Smith, director of the Tuskegee band, and Mr. J. D. Stevenson, manager, were callers at The Freeman office last Sunday. The Woman's Clyde Club will meet with the Women's Club, Monday, May 13 at 4 p. m. Miss Mary White Ovington will be the guest of honor. Special service at the new A. M. E. Church, Woodlawn avenue and Hosbrook Street, 1412 3 p. m. Rev. Chas. Hosmer will preside. All invited. Rev. S. Greene, pastor. Mr. J. G. Groves, of Edwardsville, Kans., known as the "potato king," was in the city last Sunday. He spoke in the city on behalf of the Company, with which he is associated. The Woman's Civic Club invite the public to hear Mr. Chas, Edward Russo, and the late Dr. Robert E. Leoelquent speaker, and a director of the National Association for the Advancement of Women, the White Ovington author of "Half a Man" and secretary of the organization, will give the history and work of the organization to admission. A large audience is expected. Drake and West Streets—Rev. J. L. Thompson, Pastor. Sunday school, 9:30 a. m. Preaching 11 a. m. Fourth Sunday, Gleaners' Day Rev. L. P. Powers. Choir will render special music. Quarterly meeting next Sunday, the 12th. Love feast and preaching at 6:30 a.m. m., conducted by the presiding at 7:30 a.m. by the presiding at 3 p. m. The sacramental sermon will be preached by Rev. H. H. Foreman, Dr. pastor of Simpson Chapel, Presiding at 7:30 a.m. presiding elder. This is our third quarterly meeting, and the public is invited to each service. Take Columbia avenue car and walk south-fifth street; walk three squares east. Y. M. C. A. NOTES. On next Tuesday the Summer Bible Class will open for a twelve months' course under the leadership of Rev. W. A. Weaver. This class will meet on Tuesday and Thursday for an appl and one-half hour Bible study, dismissing at 7:30 p.m. Supper will be served each Tuesday night for 10 cents. The class is open for all persons are members of the association or not. Men who contemplate joining the class are requested to come direct from their work to the building. The class men's banquet will be held in the association building on next Wednesday, at which time the financial report for the year will be given by the secretary. All persons interested in the work are requested to be present. All persons who are in arrears for their building subscriptions are urged to pay the same at once, so that work can be completed. The plans for which are now completed. BUFFALO, N. Y. Miss Emily Dorsey, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dorsey, of 275 Seventh street, died suddenly Friday, May 5, after a short illness. She was a national figure, Mary B. Talbert, president of the state federation of colored women's clubs, is planning a national convention to be held in Hampton, Va., in July. The Rev. Sander preached to a large congregation yesterday. His text was taken from the book Katherine K. 55 was read. The Rev. Parker, pastor of the Potter street church, preached to a large congregation yesterday. His text was taken from the book Esther, part of the sixteenth verse. FEVER DESTROYED HER HAIR Two years ago I had fever which took out all my hair, I used your Pomade and now have a nice head of hair, long and thick. I owe it to your Pomade, writes Mrs. L. Garrett, 3619 Dearborn St. Chicago, Ill. 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He received some good experience as a lawyer, and urged that the graduates strive to be honest. Rev. McHidley and Dr. W. T. Amiger, president of State University, received the honorary degrees of L. J. and Z. of Baptist Church, who had an encouraging number of persons were out. After the exercises the reception was held in honor of the speakers and graduates at A. B. McAfee, Mr. Weed of Baptist Church, who is a very successful attorney, was also one of the chief speakers. --- The Ruby Theater, midst a downpour of rain, opened its doors Monday night. Every seat in the pretty playhouse was taken long before the show started. Evidently, the audience was well attained with great change, the uniformed men at the door, the ushers and other new novelties introduced, which indicates that this will be a very popular house. A full description of the opening will appear elsewhere in this paper. Prof. G. P. Russel, assistant supervisor of colored schools, Lexington, Ky., was in the city last Sunday, to make an address to the president of the whose pulpit has been recently filled by Rev. H. W. Jones, a former pastor of the Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Lexington. Prof. Russel paid an eloquent trumpet to the president, "Come to bring the greetings of 17,000 colored people of Lexington, who to-day are bowed down in grief on account of the loss of their pastor." Prof. Russel said that it is his duty, having the moral sense of the colored people in Lexington than others had done in twelve; that his influence was so great that he had closed up a saloon in the neighborhood that had nourished for years. Rev. Jones was清醒了 place the of late Rev. D. A. Gaddie. Miss Julia S. Young, of Frankfort, Ky., was in the city last week, sojourning among friends. The Lincoln University Board memberse held a very important meeting this week at Simpsonville, Ky. Quite a number of Pythians are expected in the city Sunday. Rev. Hannum, pastor of Jacob Street Tadhcnacle, left this week for Charlotte, N.C., where the annual conference is in session. Wedding belts are expected to ring in June. The Eckstein Norton Institute, of which Rev. C. H. Parrish is president, will close its doors June 7. He will mark the last of entertainments which a history the school. Graduates from all over the United States are requested to be present at the home-coming. All of the exercises will be held on the campus at Cane Spring, Bulltown county, Kentucky. The Louisville Musical Club, an organization recently launched, whose annual success, have decided to entertain their friends again. They have quite a large number of first-class musicians enrolled. The Avondale Club's stag reception was the leading social event of the week. The reception was given at the residence of Mr. Skidmore Blummer. There were about 100 guests at the lunch was served in courses. During the interval Dr. Plicket served as toastmaster. The gentlemen called upon responded promptly with very fitting addresses. These young men hope in the near future to rent quarters and open up a club room. The commencement of State University will begin next Sunday, at which time the baccalaureate sermon will be preached, followed by special exercises in the different departments. Hon. Ludet Petiteye was the chief sermonist, held at the H. B. F. Hall last Tuesday. Other addresses were made by a number of persons who were present. Every one seems to be resting on his sword in political circles. The great Kentucky classic will be the attraction here next Saturday. It will be free field day. Needless to say that the famous old Churchill Downs will be filled with spectators of all classes, for here in Kentucky we will attend the races, for the dear old State is noted for its fine thoroughbreds, pretty women and good whisky. Everything is in readiness for the sessions of the General Assembly of Presbyterian Rev. Allen, pastor of Knox Prosbyterian Church, is using every effort to make this session a grand success. Representatives are expected from all over the country. . . . The grand bazar to be given at the Jefferson County Armory for the benefit of the Colored Orphans' Home. May 21-24 is expected to be a special event. I deserve the publicity that can be given it. The institution is struggling to pay off a debt in order that the home may be saved for the needy boys and girls. Appeals are being sent out to friends asking for contributions. The Negro Outlook Committee will meet Friday night. Many questions of great importance will come before this committee for discussion. This committee is doing its work in the interest of the race in general. --- Again we must call attention to the resort located on Tenth street, between Broadway and Magazine street, where, above the night light, there is a large lock. This place is becoming an eyesore to all the neighborhood, both white and black, yet this man flourishes; in the street, he is located within fifty feet of the resort, and not a word of protest have we heard against the closing of it. Evidence is easy to secure. Go any night, stand in the neighborhood and * see for yourself. The Louisville Teachers' Institute met last Saturday at the High School. About one-fourth of the students were discussed, that should have been heard by every teacher in Louisville. Out of the large number of teachers in this city, about one-fourth of the cases month after month, yet some of the teachers are always on the anxious seat about the loss of their job. These institutes should be filled up every month. Among the many delegates that left Louisville to attend the Southern Sociological Congress, in session at Nashville, who represents the probation office of the Juvenile Court. Mrs. Allen is a very active Juvenile Court worker, also secretary of the Kentucky Society for Colored Children, and a member of the fife G. A. R., whose session will be held in this city during this month. Active preparations are being made for the production in this city of the great dramatic work of Lawyer N. R. Harper, "Tallyboo," which has attracted wide attention throughout the whole country, of Chicago, members of the cast, are sojourning in the city. The headquarters of the management has been transferred for city. Other members of the cast from New York and Washington, D. C., are expected in this city within the next week, after which dates will be arranged. Attorney Harper is to be congratulated for the success of the play. He has gone he has been the center of attraction. Says one of the local papers: "Miss Alyssa's work in the Louisville Free Public Library THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER ry, has asked permission of the Board of Education to establish a library station one of the locations in Lincoln Colored School. According to the station will be opened about two days each week during the summer months, in order to direct students to the library, men and women in the southeastern district of the city. In the event that the station becomes popular Miss Zachert will be ready to work. The Board of Education, it is said, will accede to Miss Zachert, and that the above information will mean the moment of some of those who are on the eligible list for librarians. If our white friends are so interested in our welfare, the above information interested in ourselves. It is a bad man or woman who does not love his own race. DALLAS, TEX. 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Subject to Decision of Democratic Primary, May 22, 1912. Goto Blackers For Fine Candies His Chile Can't be Surpassed 347 Indiana Avenue The Ladies' Exchange JACOB L. STEINMETZ FOR Prosecuting Attorney Subject to Marion County Democratic Nominating Primaries Wednesday, May 22, 1912. The Ladies' Exchange A. E. J. W. Kealing Twenty-five years of practical experience as a lawyer; twenty-five years of active party service. Has never held office. Stands for the Probation system. He will make good. Ask Any Colored Man that Ever Worked for Me as to My Dealings With Them. Vote for a Man who Comes From the Rank and File FIRST CLASS MEALS SERVED at all times Neatly furnished rooms for the traveling public. Also light housekeeping. 1128 N. Senate Avenue. New Phone 4100 Mrs. Ida Young, Proprietress NICELY FURNISHED ROOMS FOR RENT Steam Heat Electric Lights. Hot and Cold Water. Mrs. Birdie Elliott Butler Ridgewood Apartment Building. Apartments 211, 212, 216, 2728 Wabash Ave. Phone. Calumet 4064 Chicago. Illinois Geo. S. Schauer FOR SHERIFF Subject to the Decision of the Democratic Primaries. I Employ Weekly Over One Hundred Colored Men. Sam Pattison Subject to the Decision of the Democratic Primaries I Employ Weekly Over One Hundred Colored Men. Sam Pattison MILLINERY Mrs. Cora Whitten 345 Indiana Avenue Mrs. Millie Alexander One Term Only, then Seek a Political Position Without Pay. is now located at 413 Indiana Ave. where she will carry a full line of Hair Goods. She invites her many friends to call and see her. where she will carry a full line of Hair Goods. She invites her many friends to call and see her. Send us Your Subscription