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Until February 28th The Freeman will be mailed to any address one year for $ 100 THE FREEMAN A NATIONAL ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER VOL. XXVI NUMBER 7 THE NATION'S CAPITAL RECEPTION TO BE TENDERFD BISH- OP WALTERS MARCH 4 FINE PRESS MEETING AT PHILADELPHIA Dunbar Club Organize and Elect Officers —Executive Committee of Mu-So-Lit Club - Thomas L. Jones Makes Improvement on Home Brief Notes. (By R. W. Thompson.) Washington, D. C., February 5. Arrangements are being made by the citizens of the District of Columbia and the nation to hold a grand reception on Monday, February 6, distinguished leader of the colored democracy, Bishop Alexander Walters of New York. The event will take place at the Young Men's Christian Association, 1836 Twelfth street, Northwest, beginning at 8:30 o'clock. The chairman of the reception will be the Rev. James Knox, known factor in the social, political and official life of this community. Friends and admirers of Bishop Walters, who devote themselves to his services to the race should communicate at once with Mr. Ferguson and secure invitations and information touching the general plans, Mr. Ferguson's business is 1420 Swann street, Northwest. inaugural Committee at Work. The inaugural committee on public comfort is hard at work at its headquarters in the Y. M. C. A., and arrangements are being completed for the care of the public. The public-维护部, Washington in March to witness the induction into the presidential chair of the Hon. Woodrow Wilson and to attend the numerous social functions that will make the week a merry one. The special meeting of the Committee was held on the air, despite much of the contrary. The Com- mus Club will hold forth at the Auditorium on the evening of March 3, assisted by a combination of several of the private social organizations and the public-维护部. The Committee also held a and political or- organizations from all parts of the country will have a division in the great in-augural pageant. In line will be the regiment of the separate battalion of the High School Cadets, the Colored Women's and the National and National Sermons, and fraternal orders. There will be a colored chief marshal, with a staff made up of aids from many states. In the evening will take place the banquet to Bishop Alexander Walters. On the evening of March 6 and 7, the grandiloft and the grand孝行 of the National and Hall at Convention Hall by the Citizens' Inaugural Welcome Club, which will be the social piece of resistance of the Inaugural season. The Committee will have a grand咨询, the Choir for the most unfortu- dant, and the In-uptime no stone unturned to make the period the most brilliant that Washington has enjoyed in its history, and will be able in a few days to announce his fulllistoffas- stations on the subject. The meeting reservations in homes, hotels, etc., should write without delay to Chairman Underdown at the committee headquarters, 1836 Twelfth street, Northwest. Fine Press Meeting at Philadelphia The mid-winter session of the executive committee of the National Negro Press Association at Philadelphia last Saturday was a highly successful affair. A full account will be given in our next letter. The Dunbar Club. The Paul Laurence Dunbar Club has effected a temporary organization, with the purpose of Ohio as presiding officer John E. Collins secretary; Dr. C. A. Gray, treasurer; Robert T. Murray, steward, E. Collins and Thomas as counsel. A valuable eleclectively appointed home is to be secured and the organization is to be conducted upon the same high plane as the Capital's leading business centers, the Metropolitan and the Chevy Chase Club. Executive Committee of the Mu-So-Lit Club Mr. G. Luther Sadgwad, president of the Mu-Su-Lit Club, has named Mr. G. Wormley as chairman of the executive committee of the organization and the chair of the work of the committee by a corps embracing Messrs. M. Grant Lucas, S. J. Davidson, E. C. Williams, James C. Watts, L. L. Grant, Olver, VanderLand and F. Olliver, members of the club and former presidents are ex-officio members of the committee. Bishop Walters Coming Bishop Alexander Walters will be in the city this week on important business connected with the inaugural ceremonies. He is also the guest of the eminent prelate is taking no stock in the current gossip about facial differences among the colored folklore. Wendy Wilson. He is for "Harmony" in capital H and isn't looking for trouble. Beautiful Home of Lawyer Thomas L. Jones Extensive improvements have been made recently on the spacious home of Lawes Thomas L. Jones, 1901 Vermont avenue Northwest, and it is now unquestionably one of the finest residences owned by Afro-Americans in the Capital City. The exterior has been painted in both three of stone and drab and the interior has been renovated and redecorated from basement to the towering manhole roof. A costly steam heating plant has been installed, new conveniences have been added to the domestic arrangements, and heavy plate glass doors now grace the main entrance. The struc- ture, rising four stories, and situated at a graceful angle, commands a fine view of four of the District's most fashionable thoroughfares, Vermont avenue, T. and Tenth streets. The mansion is easily accessible from the popular neighborhood of the Northwest section. Lawyer Jones is essentially a "family man," and keenly enjoys the comforts of home. His drawingrooms have been the scene of some of the Capitals' most glamorous rooms and he and his estimable wife, assisted by two charming and cultured daughters, Misses Clarice and Georgia, are known far and wide as dispensers of a host of generosity, cordiality and absolute sincerity. No "Jim-Crow" Department at Frisco. A prominent member of congress from California says: "Unless there is a radical change of feeling from what I have been taught in school, I will be nothing like a Negro building or department in connection with the Panama Canal Exposition at San Francisco for it, as far as I can see, unless we except a few persons who hope to gain some personal profit by getting hold of an amalgamation of the two little aggregate. One of the strongest arguments made by the colored people against the selection of New means as a biological tool is Jim Crowed" if the exposition were held there or in any other Southern city. Now to come forward and ask for a so-called Jim Crowed inconsistency. No, there will be no Negro department. Congress will not vote an appropriation for it; neither will the pie themselves do not want such an arrangement. These ought to be sufficient reasons for putting a quietus on the Negro section of the "Jim Crow" section is wanted at Frisco in 1915, and there will be none. "Elks" to Have a "Home." The Elks' Home, established at 2112 H street, Northwest, under the auspices of Columbia Lodge No. 85, with the cooperation of Morning Star Lodge No. 40, is to be one of the commanding institutions of the city, and it is a substantial brick structure, near the heart of the city, and it is to be provided with every convenience in a room, with a kitchen, a library and billiard rooms, bowling alleys, sleeping apartments, baths, buffet, etc. An investment of about $5,000 will be made by the promoters. The officers responsible for the building are William Simms, exalted ruler; William H. Simms, secretary; John L. Hugston, president of Home Association; Joseph Stewart, legal advisor; Edward Bunny Burke, Morning Star, John H. Banks, James S. Chapman, Frank B. Williams, John L. Hugston, Harry E. Simms, Joseph H. Stewart, Robert P. Rhea, Austen Bunny Burke, John H. Banks, attorneys and director. The stock is being taken rapidly and the grand opening will be announced soon. News Notes in Brief. Mr. Whitefield McKinlay, collector of customs for the port of Georgetown, has renewed a $20,000 for year beginning February 1. The Chancellor McKinlay headed by the employees of the White House, gave a ball at Odd Fellows' Hall Monday evening, which the oldest inhabitants describe as the finest affair of its kind. He said the women and ladies were marvels of the modise's art and the banquet table, in decorative splendor and quality of vlands, hashes out the history of a reception. Moore Arthur Brooks had general charge of the arrangements and Mr. James Berman Walker acquitted himself gracefully as floor manager. Music was used in the decoration of the United States Marine Band. ... At the Philadelphia meeting of the National Negro Press Association less than a week earlier, he appointed the appointment of Mr. Fred R. Moorex as minister to Liberia, was unanimously endorsed and approved by the senate according this honorable recognition to a worthy member of the Negro press. The senate was urged to continue the animation at the earliest practical moment. Capital Gossip. Washington colored people are severely condemning the correspondent of the New York World, who is the author of a cast opprobrium upon the worthy colored citizens who wish to provide suitable entertainment for members of the race who will visit the capital during the inaugural period. Bethel Literary, in conjunction with the Society for the Advancement of Colored People, will observe Lincoln-Douglass Day on next Saturday at the Metropolitan A. M. E. Church. Editor T. Thomas Fortune of the New York World will editor James H. Anderson of the New York Amsterdam News. Both are royal members of the craft journalistic. Congressman George S. Legare of the First District of South Carolina, for whose seat A. P. Prieoleau has made an unrelenting fight for many years, is dead after a long and painful illness. Attorney Thomas L. Jones was a recent visitor in Pittsburgh, and was treated more than handsomely by the professional attorney of the city. He was tendered a dinner and reception at the Hotel Royal and he says the proprietors of the splendid hostelry are showing the people of the country how a high-class hotel ought to be conducted. Lawyer Jones was deeply impressed with the vigorous manner with which the three men of Pittsburgh are buying homes and embarking in live business enterprises. Miss Abbie Mitchell, a great favorite in Washington homes, is the Howard success in Chicago. R. W. Thompson attended the session of the executive committee of the National Negro Press Association in Phila- INDIANAPOLIS, IND., SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 1913 delphia last Saturday, remaining over Sunday. He was the guest of Dr. Algeron Frasher Jackson, surgeon-in-chief Mercy Hospital and School for Nurses. General Joseph L. Jones, vice supreme chancellor of the Knights of Pythias and president of the Central Regalia Company of Cincinnati, will be here next week, following in impersonation at Baltimore. He is visiting lodges in the South this week and demonstrating the goods supplied by the Central Regalia Company, one of the prized items of the kingdom, regardless of race. General Jones here will investigate the status of certain pending bills looking to the protection of the names of secret orders. Major Charles W. Willmore, formerly of this city now connected with the internal revenue service in New York City, has elected vice-president of the Equity Congress, a leading civic organization. He will be appointed as the president of New York. Hope is expressed that the project will yet be successful, if the support of Governor Sulzer can be enlisted. The "health lectures" at the Y. M. C. A. include the following subjects for the next few weeks: February 0, Dr. H. W. Moore; February 14, Dr. M. O. Dumas; "The Use and Abuse of the Eyes"; March 14, Dr. S. L. Carson; "First Aid to the Injured." Mr. Clarence Cameron White, the well-known violinist, has become director of the Victorian Orchestra in Boston, Mass. Mr. W. L. Porter, editor of the East Tennessee News, published at Knoxville, Tennessee, spent the last week of this week. He had been attending the meeting of the executive committee of the National Negro Press Association, which he was tendered a magnificent dinner by Tennessee Club of Washington and a number of distinguished citizens joined in the festivities. The sentiment among local Odd Fellows is practically unanimous for Philadelphia, as the meeting place of the R.M.C. 1914 will be made at the July session of the sub-committee of Management. A school for hair dressing is one of the projects to be advanced by the local Negro Business League. It is hoped that the deadlock in the senate will be ultimately broken to permit the confirmation of Fred R. Moore, minister to Liberia and J. P. Strickland as assistant register of the treasury. --- The wiseres of the Mu-So-Lit Club have discovered that the city of Washington was originally laid out by Benjamin Banneker, Negro mathematician and surveyor. We are indebted to Bishop Charles Henry Phillips for a neatly bound copy of his book, "The Road to the Founders' Day," at Gammon Theological Seminary, Atlanta, Ga. It is a helpful and inspiring message to do with great pleasure and profit. Bishop Phillips is one of the greatest churchmen of today and the C. M. E. connection with the Christian religious bodies of the race because of his activities in so many fields of useful endeavor. According to figures supplied by the customs service, Mr. Whitfield McKinlay, collector of customs for the port of Georgetown, D. C., received as salary, the $755.61, apportioned as follows: Salary, $550.00; commission, $2,500; storage, $755.61. Not included in this summary are the manifests and other papers, which would bring the total somewhat higher than given above. Mr. A. J. Thomas, manager of the Howard Theater, is the author of a strong drama entitled "Sacrifice," dealing in a thoughtful way with the spirit of the race question. Mr. Thomas may stage the play 'next season with a high-rise cast. JACKSON, TENN. Special Pansy Pansy Elder and Mrs. Maybelle Dodson Elder were visiting in the city last Sunday. . . . Misses Marquette and Mattye Mosely entertained Miss Lillie Hamilton left for South Carolina last Saturday, after spending a few weeks of pleasure. . . Prof. C. C. Taylor has been misspelled when Mrs. C. C. Taylor has moved his billiard parlor from West Main street to College street. . . . Mrs. C. W. Reld left Monday to visit Miss Stella and Miss Olivia Cleveland was visiting friends in the city on Saturday. She reports a pleasant school session. The Younger was visiting on Tuesday night, February 4, in honor of Mr. Oscar Griglsby, who left Wednesday for Dayton, Ohio. Those present were: Mr. Oscar Griglsby, Dustin Duffield, Tipton and Mrs. Maybelle Dodson Elder, Mr. Abner Haye and Miss Rena B. Cahoun, Miss Lille Randolph and Mr. Lee Johnson, Miss Dustin Person, Mr. Enos Taylor and Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Bell. SHEEFFIELD, ALA., NOTES. Special to THE FREEMAN Miss Lucile Jackson, of Sheffield, has just received from the state department of education at Montgomery, a third-grade teacher in the schools of the state, and she is also prepared to teach music. Anyone desiring to take lessons would do well to call at her residence on Nineveh in recovering from an attack performed lately..Little Chas. Gibson is improving.....Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Lovelace are now occupying Mr. Jas. T. Gregory is Miss Naoma T. Gregory Russellville, the guest of Mrs. L. Tompkins, Sunday. SEVEN SIGNS OF HEALTH WAS THE SUBJECT AT BETHEL LITERARY LAST SUNDAY A BRIGHTER DAY FOR THE NEGRO Lincoln's Birthday Appropriately Celebrated Henry O. Tanner's Paintings —Hen. John R. Auter for Justice-of-the-Peace—G. W. Ellis to Speak. (By Cary B. Lewis.) (Freeman Bureau, 3000 State Street, Phone Douglass 8058; Automatic 72-384.) CHICAGO. ILL. Feb. 12 (Special). The Bathol Literary, under the presidency of Mr. B. W. Fitts, scored another big occasion in the field of dentistry, and the bestness and interest manifested by her patient care and laity is positive proof that we are from intellectual point of view building along permanent lines. Dr. Theo R. Moeze was the surgeon she served as the second sign of Health." The president came upon Dr. M. A. Major to introduce the distinguished young dentist, in which it was brought out that in association with the editors of the dental journal is one of the editors of the dental journal our only National Medical Journal. The church was crowded, everyone keyed up by the occasion anxious to hear from health and the manifold causes of disease, consequent of the care or the neglect of the teeth. The doctor was eloquent and the pleasing manner with which he swayed the large audience will not very soon be Dr. Mozee Praised. Dr. Mozee was the recipient of some very high compliments from all who followed in open discussion of his address, respiration, musculation, digestion, assimilation, elimination, sanitation and moderation were all beautifully defined and illustrated by all the forms of weak, frail men and women we see every day. He sustained his argument by pointing out the vigor, beauty and health of our very cultivated men and women who have been instructed along these lines and who have indoctrinated the blessings of clean DR. THOS. MOZEE. lives as manifested in the care of the teeth; the sweetness of the breath and the sweetness of the sweep. Drs. A. C. Barnes, Braxton, A. B. Schulz, Majors, Thomas Wallace Swann and others. Dr. Mozee is located at 4709 Street state where he has an office of very elaborate pretensions, including all the modern fixtures in dentistry. He is doing a remarkably well job, and patients a very large number of Chicago's leading citizens and tax-payers. In May, 1912, he married Miss Cecelia Johnson, who graduated from the Chicago University after having received rare honors for her scholarship, mora, or orth executive education served as president of a number of literary clubs connected with her Alma Mater. Hon. John Raymond Auter. It has come under our notice that the numerous friends of Mr. John R. Auter, of Evanston, are circulating petitions for signatures to place him in nomination as one of the most popular men only one of the most popular, men in Evanston, but is a lawyer of ability and a gentleman of fine breeding. He has made himself one of the best citizens in that city, and he has been honored the honor his friends are now seeking for him. His friends, white and colored, are hopeful of his election and from all indications, it's a surety. He came to Chicago from the Bronx, and he attended school and represents the highest type of young and progressive manhood. A Brighter Day for the Negro There seems to be a brighter day come for the Negro in the city of Chicago. Ever since the emancipation celebration of the American Negro at Lincoln Center and Mrs. Cecile Walker Woolen made a speech, asking white men to give employment to colored men and women, there has been awakening along this line among the wealthy citizens to take up the matter. Approptate to this idea, the Chicago Tribune on Sunday says: Pledges to do what is possible to erad- incate discriminations against Negro employees were made public yesterday by Edward C. Wentworth, chairman of the committee on business opportunity of the Frederick Douglass Center 3032 Wabash Avenue. The pledges come from various business and professional men in Chicago. Mr. Wentworth's investigation of conditions was prompted at a recent mass meeting to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the emancipation proclamation. One of the speakers declared it useless to educate the young blacks of either sex unless there is better indication they will be given equal chance with whites of equal qualification. Mr. Wentworth made inquiries to see what the attitude of large employers is. He found general recognition of the fact, but hope of better things. Opinion of Julius Rosenwald. From Julius Rosenwald, president of Sears, Roebuck & Co., the chief contributor toward the proposed Negro Y. M. C. A., came this remark: “I feel keenly this injustice, and have for some time past been making efforts to convince some of the head men of the company of our duty in that direction.” The advertising manager of the house said he had proposed the admission of Negro apprentices to the printing shops, and he favored it favorably received by the union foremen. "The Negro professional trained nurses are the nearest practical success in overseeing the work of Dr. George H. Webster. "Their welcome in many white families here and elsewhere has been a great satisfaction to those who have been instrumental in their prepara- Negroes Employed in Bank. "We have Negro men in our banks," said N. W. Harris, chairman of the board of the Negro people, in a statement. "There have been in years past certain prejudices between the races, but I trust it is growing less, and I think the white people are more inclined to advance civilization among the Negro people. On the other hand, the Negro people are more share, and success lives with themself. And you can do it for them, and if they are industrious and frugal I am sure they will succeed." The discrimination against Negro men is due to race prejudice, which, whatever we may think about it, does exist," said Harris. The eradication has to be secured gradually." Lincoln Celebration. Wednesday night of this week at Orchestra Hall, Lincoln's birthday will be celebrated. It is expected to be one of the most notable events that has taken place in Chicago. A monster cherrus, under the direction of Mr. James A. Mundy, will furnish the music. One hundred colored men and women will sing. Judge Edward Osgood Brown will act as chairman, and Dr. Charles E. Bentley will read the emancipation proclamation, and Prof. W. E. D. Du Bois, of New York City, will speak, as will Prof. George Foster, of the University of Chicago, and Dr. Emil G. Hirch. All are prominent men and are fine speeches are expected to be heard. On the committee are Miss Jane Addams, Mrs. Ida Wells-Barnett, Miss S. P. Breckenridge, Chicago University; H. H. Kohl-saat, Chicago Inter-Ocean; A. A. McCormick, Union League Club; Frank R. McMullin, Chicago Association of Commerce; Robert McMurdy, City Club; Mrs. S. Lang Williams, Frederick Douglass Center; Col. C. R. E. Koch, Northwestern University; Julius Rosenwald and others of this magnitude. An account of this meeting will be published in the next issue of The Freeman, as some very brave and helpful things are expected to be uttered at this meeting. Henry O. Tanner's Paintings. Lovers of fine art have been flocking to the Fine Arts building this week to see the paintings of Mr. Henry O. Tanner, of New York, who has been here for two weeks and every day the studio has been crowded with the wealth and artistic temperament of both races. Mr. Tanner is now considered the greatest great artistically upon religious subjects, this inherited love coming from religious and families. Every picture shows a master artist gift for color and beauty and a wonderful interpretation of the primitive characters of the Bible. Paintings. 1, Christ at the Home of Lazarus; 2, Christ Learning to Read; 3, Disciples on the sea; 4, Moonlight—Hebron; 5, Windy Day at Traped; 6, Hayriks at Traped; 7, Foggy Moonrise; 8, Road to Etapies; 9, Foggy Moonlight; 10, Moonlight—Road to Etapies. Tangier. Morocco. 11, Entry to Kasab; 12, Moonlight—Old Building—Old Building outside Kasab; 13, Palace—Palace of Governor 15, Moonlight—Palace of Governor Tangier; 16, The Sultan's Stables; 17, Moonrise—Main Street; 18, A Covered Street; 20, Jew of Marakasch; 21, Moonrise—Eastgate of the Kasab; 22, Street near Kasab; 24, The Sultan's Stables. Hon. George W. Ellis to Speak at Literary. Hon. George W. Ellis will be the speaker of the day on Sunday, February 16, at Bethel Literary, and Atkins, at Ellis will have for his subject, "Lincoln and the Negro." The exercises will take place in the afternoon in the main auditorium, and Mr. A. N. Fields will introduce the students. Pitts will preside. An elaborate musical program will be rendered. Mr. Ellis was formerly a member of the Aemerican legation at Monrovia, Liberia. He will also number on the platform and quite a number are eagerly waiting to hear him. Banquet Monday Night. On Monday night, the Grace Presbyterian baseball team, the friends and members of the church. The team was the champion players for 1812 and for the honor the young men received. The honor the young men in great fashion. The committee is Mrs. Ida Wells-Barnett. Horace Bronston, L. H. Herriebe, R. B. Ritter, A. G. Williams and Chas. W. Pierce. Mrs. Lindsey Davis on Tour Women, left the city this week for an extended trip through the Southwest in the city of Oklahoma, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas and Arkansas. She will spend three weeks in the State of Oklahoma, so great has been the demand in that section of the country. "We are going to Oklahoma," We Climb" is the motto of the organization and along this line Mrs. Davis will speak. She is a most admirable woman, we warming speaker and an arduous worker. Dave Peyton Robbed. Prof. Dave Peyton, leader of the Grand theater orchestra, was robbed on Sunday night and after the hold up, found myself in the orchestra with $10 gold watch of the same value and $16 in money. Mr. Peyton was out about one o'clock on Thirty-seventh street, between the men covered him in rope, when robbing the musician, they told him to move quickly and firing, one bullet hit the heel of his left shoe, tearing it off. Mr. Peyton did not take his life. He says he will not be found in that direction at so late an hour and after the show will go immediately, receiving the sympathy of his many friends. Charming Visitors Misses Laura and Gerine Miller, of Winnipeg, Canada, were in the city Sunday to perform at the Miss Vivian Harsh, of East Forty-fourth street. They are charming young musicians. The Miller is quite musical as a soloist and Miss Laura Miller is a composer. They were shown quite a deal of attention, and the Miller left for New York and Washington, D. C. Mount Glenwood Cemetery. You will find, on another page, the advertisement of Mt. Glenwood Cemetery of Montana, which discriminated against the colored people; the cemetery that has had the most phenomenal growth of any Chicago cemetery in the country; and four years. Lots in the older sections have advanced from $25 to $100. There are still opportunities to get lots in a very nice cemetery. You can get $2 of $2 down and $2 per month. As their advertisement states, they will mail you, and you can get the cemetery Address "Mount Glenwood Cemetery, $125 State street, Chicago, Ill. President Buchanan Speaks. President Buchanan, of the Normal Industrial College of Huntsville, Ala., and his amiable wife, daughter of the distinctions W. M. Hill, M. W. McCullis, are guests of Dr. and Mrs. W. H. Davis, 3226 Prairie avenue. Last Friday night he spoke at the Liberal Culture Center in the city, where he is the president. The able president divided time with the versatile writer and physician, Dr. M. A. Majors, who spoke for forty minutes on the history of the Civil War and the Washington eras of race development. Those who engaged in the discussion were Drs. Wright, Buckner, Brown, Prof. Richard T. Greener, W. H. A. Moore and Dr. Richard J. Greener, W. H. A. Moore and Dr. paper, rich with the truths upon the Negro in all avenues of active life. Louis G. Gregory Here. The eminent professor of sociology of Washington, Mr. Louis G. Gregory, has been the recipient of many honors during his career. He attended an afternoon he spoke at the Frederick Douglass Center to a highly cultured and appreciative audience. On Monday evening he was the honored guest of a theater Dr. C. H. Knight and W. H. A. Moore. Dr. Daniel Williams Returns. Dr. Daniel H. Williams, Chicago's eminent physician and surgeon, returned to the city Sunday from his annual trip to Nashville, Tenn., Meharry Medical College and Ubaan Hospital. Advocates here Dr. Williams said he is a member of the senior class of Meharry Medical College, state that Dr. Williams performed many of the most difficult operations known in that section of medicine, while the length of last week until late Saturday evening the amphitheater of Hubbard hospital was crowded with young men, advanced medical students, who looked patiently and with eagerness while the nurse was surrounded by forty or more cases. Dr. Phillips also states that each patient is doing nicely and there is every indication that they will get well. Dr. Williams was assisted by the nurse and a given dinner by his fellow professional friends and admirers. Miss Carrie Scoble. Miss Carrie Scobie is the efficient assistant treasurer of the Mt. Glenwood Seminary association, 312 Sherman Street, polite and courteous to the patrons and takes a great interest in all phases of the business. She is a most valuable adjunct and the manner in which she manages the business of the association, is worthy of the highest commendation of the officers and stockholders. The stenographer of the association is the secretary of the Windy City. With Mr. George as general manager, Mt. Glenwood Association is making rapid progress and the people are beginning to sit up and take notice. Mr. Cary B. Lewis has just returned from South Bend, Ind., where he was royally entertained at the Mt. Zion Baptist church for the benefit of St. Pere Ruffin Club. IRONDALE, O. Special to THE FREEMAN. Mrs. Polly Ray is out of the city. She had to take her daughter to Columbus to the well-known colored Dr. Correl. She returned to Columbus and was out of the city Monday on business. 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Craft Here—Charity Club Installation—Theater Talk—River Report—Closing of a Successful Revival at Harrison Street Baptist Church By J. J. Amos, 1063 North Seventh St. Special to THE FREEMAN. We were glad last week to have in our city the Hon. Phil H. Brown, manager of the bureau of publicity for the Republic of Ireland, who did faithful work for his party and deserved no small degree of credit. It is true that Mr. Brown's party lost its political victory, but Mr. Brown himself shows no loss of courage whatever, but still holding on at all, a hard-handedness has hundred pounds. We hope to have Mr. Brown stay longer next time. The Rev. William L. Craft, field secretary of the National B. Y. P. U, spent Sunday with the respective congregations Washington Street Baptist church, Seventh Street Baptist church and Harrison Street Baptist church. The congregations that listened to Rev. Craft's sermon Sunday were so enthusiastic that a received a wholesome blessing through Rev. Craft. "Where Will You Spend Eternity?" was the title of the song sung by Mrs. Thomas Lawrence, the leading soprano of Harrison Street Baptist Church, who gave a voice full of melody, which plus a clear expression, made this number (a question in music) a sermon in itself. On Sunday afternoon, January 26, the Charity Club of the Presbyterian church, having had its election, installed the following officers: President, Mrs. Mollie Carnell; vice president, Mrs. Maggie Davis; secretary, Mrs. William McCain; first assistant secretary, Mrs. Sam Gold; treasurer, Earnest Wheeler; banking committee, Mrs. Ada Richardson and Mrs. Amanda Snow; trustees, Mesdames Sidney Thomas, Ann Cunningham. After this installation, an enjoyable program was rendered as follows: Opening song by the club; Prayer, by Rev. Rowlett; Song, by club, Mrs. Carnell called the club to order, which then listened to a paper on Charity," by Mrs. Lucy Geiger. This was followed by a solo, by Mrs. Sam Gold; Solo, "A Golden Deed," Mrs. Pearl Milligan; Paper, "Charity," Mrs. Romanah Roach; Solo, "Flee as a Bird," Mr. Willie Robertson; Jubilee Duet, Mrs. Sidney Thomas and Mrs. Ann Cunningham; Paper, "Women," Miss Mary L. Hill Solo, "Some Time, Some Where," Miss Obedious Adams. Miss Mamie Howard, of Brookport, Ill. is visiting Mrs. Silas Lott, Sixth and Ohio streets. * * * Great was the memorial services of the Odd Fellows, held at the Odd Fellow's Hall, on Sunday, January 12. Members of the various lodges of the order assemblages were held in the old place. Theirs the purpose of holding their memorial service in honor of their dead. The services were inspiring from start to finish, and people were present from every part of the office. The event was held on the same day as this occasion. The people in general expressed a very high appreciation of those with whom they once walked, and whom God by death had called to a higher mode of existence. The service was held to deliver the memorial address, and the same was made much to the delight of all present. The speaker chose for his theme, "The State of the Dead." Among the many things that theologists have said: "The Christian life in this world was but a very small beginning of the life of righteousness here, as compared with a more complete life in unfolding and expanding in the world beyond." The theme was that the world would be no knowledge of marriage and social relations in heaven, but conditions would be pure and holy, and the climate more congenial for the perfect development of life. The minister stated that the world would be the most effective edge of parent and child, either of husband and wife, as that would be the introduction of corruption in the heavenly city. The meeting was inspiring in all its forms and the people went away according to their expressions, greatly benefited. --- The churches of the city are blessed with unity, and enjoy the service of a dignified pastorate in each and all of the pulpits. The future of the race in this city seems bright, prosperous and inspiring. --- Last Sunday afternoon the Rev. Foster preached in the revival service, a soul-stirring sermon. His words were taken from Genesis 13:12: "Lot dwelt in the cities of the plain and pitched his tent toward Sodom." --- the revival at Harrison Street Baptist church closed Sunday, February 2. Mrs. Izara Bradley was the hostess for the M. W. R. C. Club, at her residence, Thursday afternoon, January 30. A delicious two-course lunch was served. Those present were W. H. G. T. Peck, C. Harris, G. Greer, L. Palmer, G. Harris, A. Brown, A. Glass, Q. Goodrige, R. Jones, Mrs. L. Lunderman and three welcome visitors. Many beautiful embroidery pieces were shown. January 30, at the residence of Mrs. Dow Childress, 1309 Madison street, the M. W. R. C. Club, at the residence of the officers. Mrs. Oleve Wells, president; Mrs. Dow Childress, vice president; Miss Nellie Swain, secretary; Mrs. J. P. Sneed, treasurer; Miss Virginia Heard, first assistant secretary. The M. Y. O. B. Club met Thursday, February 6. A two-course luncheon was served, so the entire membership which was present had a good time. Mrs. Ada Gray is suffering from an injured knee. Also, Mrs. Bur Burr, 140 South Twelfth Street, not able to walk but very little, owing to a swollen foot. You can find a modern stopping place at the Burlington hotel, 116 Kentucky avenue. The Washington Street Baptist church Sunday school was well attended. Owing to the absence of the pastor, Rev. V. S. Smith, the Rev. Simmons, the priest, and the The Woman's Missionary Society certainly furnished an excellent program last Sunday afternoon. In connection with the missionary club there has been organized as a sewing circle, organized and sold, and clothing is remodified in the sewing circle for those in need of such. For the good work these women are doing, many compliments should be theirs. Mr. W. K. Nelson is president of the W. M. Society. Monday evening the Young People's Literary Society met and rendered an appeal to an appreciative audience. All are welcome, says the society. Though the weather has been inclement, Rev. Smith and deacons report an increase at the weekly prayer meetings. "A Modern Eve" was the big opera that evening to be crowded house last week. Another good company played "The Bohemian Girl." These two shows were record breakers for this season. The high water is now falling and many hearts are glad. Be sure you get The Freeman each week from Amos, 1063 North Seventh street, or ring 2944 old phone, and have the paper, like this, at hand. The Freeman is published every Saturday at Indianapolis, Ind., therefore you must have your advertisements or news in The Freeman representative's or newspaper daily of each week to be published in the next issue. CHATTANOOGA. TENN. (By Wm. G. Brooks.) Special to THE FREEMAN Special to THE REKKEN Sunday is the day of day, the people being impressed by the spirit, attended the various places of worship, which were crowded notwithstanding the downpour of rain. And the divines all in their usual way, with much eloquence, preached the THE FREEMAN AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER Gospel, and attention was held to the close. The choirs all sang some selected music, and the Sunday schools reported excellent attendance....A wave of sorrow swept over two of the places of worship, Dr. Diane Drane, pastor, announced that Deacon McClures was dead and the funeral took place from the church of which the deceased was an efficient and energetic pastor, Dr. Diane Drane, February 3, 1913, was for many years one of the most active officers of Monumental Baptist church. Rev. M. W. Moore, pastor, officiated at the funeral services business seems to be on the order of progress in this town and patronage is just being had. Let the good work go on. Mr. G. W. Franklin, the underwriter, spent a few weeks for the benefit of his health. Success to him....Rev. Dr. G. W. Gaines, pastor Tompkins A. M. E. Zion church, was surprisingly stormed a evening before the funeral. Gaines met at the door with such sweet music and in listening the generous-hearted band of the faithful black emptied their things for the comfort of their beloved pastor and exclaimed that the parish would extend a few weeks of thanks extended by the pastor and family. The door stands ajar for more such considerate and thoughtful visitors and they have a big place in the heart of the parish. The meetings which are in progress are doing much good and the many meetings are having additions for the churches, and the reports are very encouraging....I note that Easter marks March and it was that the 85th and not since. We find by the reports that business in different lines shows signs of great progress. This is indeed grand all things considered. Many of the Chattanoogans built some fine homes of the most modern styles. MERIDIAN. MISS. Special to the Freeman. SUNDAY M. Fred Harper, one of the oldest carpenters of Meridian, died at his home on First street, on Sunday night, February 2, at 9 p. m. He had been feeble for a while, but he was a member of New Hope Baptist church, his funeral was held at Calvary Baptist church on Monday, February 3, at 4 p. m. Rev. X. Lee of Lee, Calvary church, preached a very beautiful funeral sermon. After he had finished his sermon a song was sung. Rev. Lee also officiated at the city cemetery, Mr. Harper, his wife, and his daughter. T. Stamps preached an able sermon at El Bethel Baptist church on Sunday at 11 a. m. to a large congregation. His sermon was full of ogil, Dr. Stamps is on the领读. Dr. Stamps is South. Dr. W. Price of St. Paul M. E. church and a worker for God, had what iscalled a speakers' meeting on Sunday at 11 a. m. A large crowd was present, and a good leader and a member of the leading ministers. ...Robert Clay, a well-known colored man died in the northern part of the city on January 15, 2014, when he was employed by Laz and Belzebee, the city market. He was a hard working man and had a disease that there was no cure for. He was buried at the Masonic cemetery, where he was mourned by those who was mourned at East St. Louis, Mo. on January 20, and his body was shipped to his old home at Meridian, where his family was largely attended by Mr. Zion Bristish church. Tenth avenue, between 18th and 19th streets. Rev. J. T. Flynn, the pastor, being absent from the city, Rev. E. H. G. Hassan, the pastor, was the most fervent way. He admonished-his hearers to prepare to meet their God, sooner or later for they must stand before children, of Washington, D. A. in the city visiting their parents, Rev. S. A. R. River and wife, at their home, on Thirtieth avenue. ...Quite a large crowd left the city during the visit of Ala, and New Orleans. We wish them a pleasant and safe return. SPRINGFIELD, TENN. Special to THE FREEMAN. Rev. F. R. Anderson, pastor of St. John E. church has returned to his home a delightful visit with his parents.....Rev. D. W. Brown, pastor of the First Baptist church, has been carrying on a meeting for Rev. Long, pastor of the church, was a financial meeting and the result was $93.57....The Relief Club met with Elmora Bell on February 1, with the president, Mrs. H. V. Nixon, the pastor of the church, turn over to the new treasurer $44.88. The topic discussed was "The Flood," following which an hour was spent in sewing. The ladies are preparing for their spring bazaar. Two new members Mrs. Garrivel and Mrs. E. M. Smith....The district superintendent, Rev. T. W. Johnson held his second quarter meeting on February 2 at John E. church in Nashville in the city of Nashville, two or three days on business.....Rev. B. J. Harris, the evangelist, visited our town on his way to Oklahoma City.....Mr. C. Butt is able to be out after attending school. Also Chas, Sugra, the head pointer in his grocery, is able to be out again.....Miss M. B. Polk, of Ashburn, Tenn., paid our city a visit last Saturday at T. H. Pepper attended "In Old Kentucky," at the Bijou in Nashville one night last week.....Miss Ida Lucas, Lula Lucas and Little Garrett spent a few days at Anderson Station, Misses Darden and Payne spent Sunday in Cedar Hill, Tenn.....Mrs. Cylvinius Corre was in Nashville Sunday.....Mr. James Fort, of this city, claims to be all about our fashion plate. Lookout, girls, he is coming by soon.....Mrs. L. I Payne has returned to the city.....Mr. and Mrs. Boisaw have returned to the city.....Mrs. M. Bell and Mrs. Jesse Williams, relatives of Mr. Elijah Bell, spent the day here Sunday.....Mr. J. W. E. Smith, brother of the agent of The Freeman, carries a nice line of grocery. His house is a fine place. A gentleman of this city was in Indianapolis, Ind., last week on business. VALDOSTA, GA. Special to THE FREEMAN Mrs. Frank Clark is on the sick list. ..... A very sad death in this city was Mr. Ridhsam, Ridhsam, Ridhsam. He died a January 31, 1913, and was buried Sunday. February 2. The services were conducted by A. M. e. church, Miss McFaldon and Miss Sand sang a lovely solo. Mr. Ridhsam is survived by his mother and father and two brothers, Mr. Ike Ridhsam, of Ridhsam, and Charlie Ridhsam, of Cape May, N. J. SEKITAN, OHIO. (By N. C. Hawkins.) The funeral services of Mrs. Alice Utz, who died at her home Tuesday afternoon, where held at the First Baptist church, Rev. George Lewis officiating, assisted by Rev. Mrs. M. J. Brannon and Sander S. 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Lots have advanced over 40 per cent. in the first division in three years. Advances will be greater in the New division. Call or write Phones, Douglas, 5574; Automatic, 71-866 3125 S. State Street Chicago, Illinois THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER Special to THE FREEMAN. A meeting of the members of the M. C. M. A. E. Zion church to elect a board of directors for the ensuing year. Those elected were as follows: Dr. W. J. Weston, Wm. Glover, S. A. O'Neal, Rev. W. J. M. Puddy, C. H. Warders, A. F. F. J. M. Mུtody, Prof. J. Hays, F. H. Jones, Robert A. B. Carr, P. Watkins, Wm. Miller, J. A. Carr and S. D. W. Carr. The officers will be elected at the next meeting. Under this board of directors, the M. C. M. A. E. Zion church will be the success. They have arranged a series of entertainments to be given in the near future, and with such leaders we doubt not that at the close of 1913 enough funds will be raised. The selection of the members will be in the modern equipment. The formal opening of the W. Gaines undertaking establishment was held Sunday afternoon. Mr. Rudolph Hara, an enterprising young man of the Middle of the United States, is the manager of an end-balmer. Mr. O'Hara comes to us highly recommended and we know him to be competent to do the work. We hope that his business will be well patronized and that we will be the height of the success. A mask party was given at the Bright Light hall January 31 by the Peerless Club. It was well attended and every one reports a splendid time. The Kingdoms of the United States by Miss Dora and the gents' prize was won by Mr. Starling Hatchett. The Durbar Literary Society held its bi-weekly rhetorical Friday afternoon.... Mrs. E. M. Brown was called to Chicago at the same time on the 19th of the Year. Mr. Harry, and children, of Mr. Vernon, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. George Bibbs last week. The Peerless Club will meet with Mr. A. B. E. Zion, the first afternoon. Mrs. W. J. Weston is improving slowly. Mr. Mr. George Moss is very sick at his home on Fourth street.... The funeral of Miss Julia M. Bell, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Wood, was held on the first first Baptist church Tuesday afternoon. She was in Louisville visiting her aunt, and everyone was shocked to hear of her sudden death. She was loved by all, and we wish to extend our heartfelt sympathy to the family. Mr. Mrs. W. Washington departed this life Wednesday, January 29. TOLEDO, OHIO. Special to THE FREEMAN. Special to the FRIENDS Circle of King's Daughters in the H. W. Dr. P. M. Johnson, 537 Avondale avenue, Thursday afternoon at 2:30, February 6. Mrs. Rochester is president and Mrs. Velma Ward, son of the 1800-year-old, who was memorable event. Everyone seemed to be willing to do all in their power to make them happy. The Bible study was thoroughly enjoyed by all present. The version of the old book by Sister Smith was simply a spiritual revelation from God. Truly God was in His holy temple and all the earth kept silent. Because of the noble assistance given by the people of the 1800-year-old, Mrs. Lord Willow has been the only bless them. The deaconness deserve special mention for the very excellent lunch prepared and served by them. Some thirty or forty persons were guests at the庙堂. In the last year, the church and the town were brought to the church and taken home again in carriages. Mr. G. Williams, headquarter at the Toledo Club, has been on the sick list, but is now able to be work in the new as was the number of Mrs. Bill Page one of the veteran waiters of this city, sang that old song, "I Would if I Could, but I Can't Because I'm Married Now," and already he is saying that these were the great people of the 1800-year-old Mrs. George H. Gaines, 710 Washington Street, has been very sick, but is now improved. James Foster, assistant chef at the Hotel Jefferson, would like to hear from all others of anyone from a angilistic dire in the new. "I have a good time here," you can see him at Pearl Barber's place, 213 North Erle street. Mr. John Wartens, of Washington, D.C., a song writer, formerly a bachelor of the Brook Chickens, and an important at the Palm Garden, 710 Washington Street. One of his newest songs is "Stilled Forever." Miss Clara Thornton of Washington, D.C., is placidist at the Point of Rockden, Washington, D.C. The first Dr. Randal, 8, the Ontario Street, is now known as the heavenly Billie Sunday. The affair given in honor of Mr. Steve Watts, of Toledo, proved a great success. Miss Melton Ferry proved a positive amusement. Coverage is for twelve. Bridge whist, music and dancing helped to pass the pleasant evening away. The event took place at 2143 Fifth Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. A don't forget the greenness of the old store in the United States. Colored literature on male at Mrs. Wm. Baxter's grocery store, 1807 Canton avenue, also at John Erwin's barber shop, 209 Norah Erie Street. Bell phone 594 Main. ... Miss Nicole Morse was a popular well-medicist. She is getting along as good as could be expected. Mrs. Hugison, of Topeka, Kansas, traveling with the White Slave Company, died suddenly in this city at 5:30 N.W. E. St. John's, a write-ups and subscription for the Freeman at Economic Grocery Store at 1807 Canton avenue. Phone Mrs. G. CORAOPOLIS. PA., NOTES. Preaching at 11 a.m., by the pastor, Rev. D. H. Henderson, at New Hope Baptist church. Text, Skillsaws 4-9; at 6 p.m., B. Y. P. U.; at 7:30 p.m., Rev. Thomas H. Wren delivered the sermon. Text, Matthew 22-11 Subject: "The Unseen Preaching at St. Paul A. M. E. Zion church, preaching by the pastor, Rev. T. J. E. Eadby, at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Rev. Henry Durham, pastor of St. Matthew A. M. E. Zion church, Sewickley, Pa., preached an able sermon to a large congregation. His choir and congregation were present. Rev. Mr. Moore, pastor of Mt. Olive Baptist church, will conduct revival services for ten days and will be assisted by Rev. Harry Jones. Mr. Langdon Swan, who has been in the United States navy for the past several years, is home visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Swan, of Pennsylvania avenue. Mrs. Mason, Mrs. Kay and Mrs. Emanuel Harris, of Pittsburgh, Pa., were born during the week. Mr. John Gibson, of Mt. Washington, was a visitor also Mrs. Quailles, of Pittsburgh, and a while playing in Pittsburgh, the week of January 20. Iron City Lodge No. 17, A young girl in a white dress with polka dots. Mother Used it on My Hair. Major's Mechanical, Technical, Correspondence Chauffeur School W.L. MAJORS PRIS President W.L. Major in his $4,500 (50-60) Bremen salary. General View of the School and Cars. THE OFFICE & CORRESPONDENCE DEPT. W.S. FAIRANCE SEL. MECHANICAL INSTRUCTION DEPT. Photo & designer by Sexton. 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The wedding was witnessed by a few friends. Mr. and Mrs. Lindsay McCoy were present. Mrs. Edward Harris celebrated the first anniversary of their marriage at their home, in Watt street. Tuesday evening, with cousins and friends. The decorations with roses and candles. ber of guests were present, and the couple received a number of presents....Mr. and Mrs. Langdon Swan entertained in honor of their residence on Pennsylvania street. MEMPHIS, TENN Special to THE FREEMAN; YOUNGSTOWN. O. Special to THE FREEMAN. Edward Morris had his foot mashed at the Valley Mill Friday evening. . . David Boggess, of Ravena, was the guest of relatives here Sunday. . . Mrs. Rev. Taylor, of West Federal street, remains about the same. . . Buckeye lodge of Elksha is situated on the campus of March 6 in the Excelsior Parlors. . . The Louisa Edwards Court of Calantha, No. 30, will meet in regular session Wednesday evening. February 12, and all members are requested to be present. . . 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Reasonable discount for long time and space. Reading notices 10c per line. Special rates on "write ups." Entered at the postoffice at Indianapolis Ind., as second class matter. GEORGE L. KNOX, PUBLISHER AND MANAGING EDITOR. ELWOOD C. KNOX, BUSINESS MANAGER. New Phone 2880. SATURDAY, FEB 15, 1913 The noble sixteen—women. "When shall their glory fade. O, the wild charge they made!" Now that the poles have been sufficiently found there will be fewer bereaved homes in the lands of sunshine. If many more young white men of Evansville, Ind., go a-gunning for colored folks, the population of that city will be considerably reduced. From indications a big banquet will be tendered Bishop Alexander Walters and other distinguisher visitors in Washington, March 4. Verily, the bishop has come unto his own. President Taft has at last showed signs of moving. He's operating in the garret, the point of the furthest distance and the least contact—taking the outer works, in the parlance of the army. Sixteen suffragettes are on a hike from New York to Washington as an earnest evidence of their desire to vote. In England the sisters are cutting up quite a bit in demonstration of what they want. Maybe they are scoring them over there. A woman scorned is a terrible thing. Phil H. Brown, who had charge of the publicity department of the Republican campaign bureau in Chicago last fall, was in Indianapolis this week. He was just looking around. He was cloaked for awhile with one of the leading politicians, and thereby hangs a tale, Mr. Brown gave nothing out. He left for Hopkinsville, Ky., his former home. The manager of the Alamo theater, Valdosta, Ga., expresses himself as very much pleased with the team work of Riley and Riley, who, he says, have been at his theater for three weeks. He gives it out that you are a good one when you can stay three weeks, making a change each night. This is testimony from where it counts most—right from the man who pays the bills. Abraham Lincoln's birthday was generally observed throughout the country last Wednesday, February 12. More and more the Great Commoner, as he is now affectionately called, grows in the estimation of mankind as the years roll around. More and more is seen the significance of his great act of emancipation, the greatest thing of the kind in all history—standing alone, the world's greatest civic event. The Republicans gave a Union dinner at the Claypool hotel last Friday evening. Former Governor Hadley, of Missouri, was the guest of honor. The getting together was in the interest of the party's future. We are on the eve of another campaign, and it stands to reason that the leaders are anxious to know where they are at after the harikarl committed last year. Geo. L. Knox was among those accepting invitations. Mexico seems to be proving the necessity of a strong centralized government such as the elder Diaz maintained for above twenty years. His methods were not complimentary to republics; they, however, got order and peace. Perhaps if the Mexicans were more generally intelligent, like the people of the United States, there would be that same autonomous government which practically goes of its own accord. Mexico is an excellent demonstration of the fact that one kind of government is not suitable for all people. The slaying of three Negroes in Evansville, Ind., last week by Allen Von Behren, a wealthy young white man, caused a great sensation in that city. Von Behren shot down his men in one, two, three order, taking them wholly unaware. He was a foreman in his father's factory. It is said that he had a misunderstanding with one of the men, but not of a nature to warrant the killing. Temporary insanity, it is thought, will be urged as the defense. It does not seem reasonable that an individual of rational mind could commit three bloody murders within a few minutes' perlof of time. One of the Indiana legislators thinks we should have pure shoe laws. That's going some. It is urged that we don't always get pure leather; we get "something just as good," the thing we hear so often. The people have been more concerned about what went down their throats than what they wore. The pure food law is as good a thing as ever happened. Lord bless the man that "invented" it. We are not in opposition to pure shoes, but we've worn these kind so long that we've gotten used to them. Let 'em come, if they will, but if not we'll press right along as we have been doing, sweetly ignorant of our shoes' contents. The colored people of Kansas City, Kan, are jubilant over their Y. M. C. A. prospects. They, like those of several other cities, took advantage of the Rosenwald offer of $25,000, raising a similar amount thus insuring a magnificent building which will cost something like $100,000. The white people of Kansas City were also generous in their support. The campaign was led by Dr. J. E. Moreland, the efficient international secretary, and was marked by great enthusiasm. The whole city was as an armed camp in the interest of the Y. M. C. A. phase of Christianity, which so accentuates these early days of the twentieth century. Sunday theaters is a possibility in Indianapolis and throughout the state. Such a bill is before the legislature and from indications has more than a fighting chance to pass. Naturally enough, the bill is being strongly opposed by the ministers and others who would have Sunday held apart as customary, for rest, for worship. The state has permitted Sunday baseball, a fact that supports the contention for Sunday theaters. Under the circumstance, baseball on Sunday, it is difficult to stand stoutly opposed to Sunday theaters. On the theory of saving what you can, it is right to stand up for what remains. However, this is a poor theory for a government. Its proper business is to be blind when it comes to laws and justice. One child of a family feels to have rights in common with every other child. Should the parent discriminate, that parent is made to feel that child's wrath, and surrenders to that protesting child, either by adding to it, or reducing another or the others. The parent is whipped in the instance and rightfully so, and cheerfully acknowledges it. At another time the child's wrath would be insolence, now it is reindication, and for the good of the state (the family) the spirit of equity obtains, and equilibrium is restored. It is not necessary to label this as a picture of what's what in relation to Sunday baseball and Sunday theaters. MARRIAGE RESTRICTIONS The house of representatives at Washington, D. C., has passed a bill prohibiting the intermarriage of whites with Negroes, Chinese, Japanese or Malays in the District of Columbia. While the object of this measure is Washington, D. C., it is no less hurtful as a matter of governmental principle. If successful it will be held as a precedent, making it easy for general laws—general measures; not laws, at least, as they should be. It was plainly brought out in the last campaign that even a minority has some inalienable rights, just as the Declaration of Independence states it, and "that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness." Beyond these is the right of selection, based on the pursuit of happiness, and compatible with the theory. In fact the state plays the minor role in the matter of marriages, it has but very little to say—nothing to say rightfully —merely sanctioning in the interest of society, not special society, and in the interest of the entail—the possible issue thus bringing about order and uniformity where otherwise would result great confusion. The state does not give sanctity to marriage vows—the church adds some, but the high contracting parties are themselves the priests and the objects—they, as it were, minister their own sacrament and they drink it. The state simply legalizes to the ends of the state—for civic purposes—heirs, entails—the descent of properties, providing against fraudulent methods of the strong against the weak. When the state does more it is not a republic; not even a monarchy; where there is some sort of constitutionalism that sees all citizens in similar relation to one another, and before the laws. What is it then, when a few men, or more than a few, may get together and declare against many others? Nothing short of an oligarchy. We hold it a governmental principle that the laws fall alike on all men. Perhaps those men at Washington feel to have made such rules. But have they? Not at all. They have selected a few people—Negroes, Chinese, Japanese, Malays—saying what these shall or shall not do. If they had done what they think they have done, and what they should have done as a thing consistent with our theory of government, they would have made further classification. They should have included other races on the score of nationality, the screen of "white" people. This would mean every nationality but one—the subjective one, whatever it might be. The English, French, Spaniards, Germans and the rest of them should be set out as nations to be black-balled in the effort to break into the society of the one pure and spotless, whatever it may be. We have not heard that the English, French, Spaniards, Germans and the rest of them are asking preservation against Negroes, Chinese, Japanese or Malays. By what authority are certain races to be picked and by inference branded as inferior? What about the parity of some of the races mentioned with some of those that would be preserved? Will our country by general legislation declare the inequality of individuals, giving the lie to the Declaration of Independence where it says "That all men are created equal" and assail the wisdom of God who, through Jesus Christ, declared all mankind joint heirs to the "heritage above and common partakers of the hell below, as man may elect?" We are not so much interested in the thing of intermarriage as we are interested in preserving racial respect. If the sentiment against intermarriage should be crystalized it should be because the people voluntarily resolve to stand apart in such a matter and thus bring about what they wish and at the same time keep the government in its niche of neutrality in things marital as in things of the church. As the church is a matter of conscience, so is marital relation—either is sacred as against interloping meddlers. As in all times, men have refused the offerings of other THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. men along religious lines, they will refuse to recognize the state in the matter of marriages. Such rules—for they are not laws—will be repudiated in the minds of fair-minded men—men freed of race prejudice. As before stated, they are insults and some way will be found to resent them. RICH YOUNG WHITE MAN SLAYS THREE NEGROES IN FACTORY. -THOUGHT TO BE INSANE. The following appeared in the Indianapolis Star of the 9th, as a special to that paper dealing with the killing of three Negroes by a young white man in Evansville, Ind., February 7th: "Hundreds of the morbidly curious, both whites and Negroes, sought the morgue of the Gaines undertaking establishment today to see the bodies of the three men shot down yesterday by Allen VonBehren, 22 years old, son of B. F. VonBehren, president of a large wood manufacturing plant here. They had to be content, however, with loitering around the exterior of the building, because under Coroner W. E. Stemper's orders no persons except relatives were admitted to the morgue. Preparations were made today by Will Gordon, a brother of John and Henry Gordon, two victims of VonBehren's fatal aim, to have their bodies buried in one grave in Oak Hill cemetery. The Gordons were lodge men and members of the orders to which they belonged will attend the funeral. No time has been set for either the Gordon funerals or that of Walter Washington, the third victim of VonBehren's rage. Fears No Outbreak. There is little fear of any demonstration at the funerals. The danger of any race outbreak is decried by Chief of Police Covey, who said tonight that he had not seen any sign of disorder among the Negroes. The VonBehrens, as a matter of personal precaution, have established a private guard at their factory from among the white employees there. One city policeman was also detailed to guard the plant last tonight and tonight. Coroner Stemper today canvassed some of the witnesses of the triple killing, but did not take testimony. He expects to continue the inquest tomorrow. While Young VonBehren, in his cell at the county jail, has been forbidden to see newspaper men or talk with anybody outside of his lawyers and his father about his case, he had about a dozen visitors today. His father was among them. The young man has the privilege of the "bull pen" and, while showing no disposition to be disagreeable with the other prisoners, spends much of his time in his cell. Reads All Magazines. He is an omniverous reader and today received a half dozen novels, after having devoured all of the current month's magazines. He shows no restlessness or anxiety over his plight and talks freely about everything but the triple murder. His meals are sent from one of the best hotees in the city. No line of defense has been indicated. There has been some talk of self-defense, but the impression is growing that VonBehren's counsel will depend upon insanity. Popular opinion finds any other explanation of the extraordinary chain of homicides conceivable. Friends declare that VonBehren acted singularly at times. Members of the family will neither affirm nor deny a statement that the young man, about four years ago, was a patient at a private institution in Ohio for the treatment of a nervous disorder. The fact that he sought out and shot two of his victims at a long distance from the point where he killed John Gordon, and, without saying a word that was audible to either of the latter men, or receiving any word from them, makes the idea of self-defense untenable in the public mind. Believes Man Insane. Chief of Police Covey tonight expressed the opinion that young Von Behren is insane. The grand jury will begin this week to canvass the case, and separate indictments for the three deaths will be returned. Whether there will be an early trial is problematical, depending largely on the attitude of the defendant's counsel, Charles W. Wittenbraker and George A. Cunningham. VonBehren, after his arrest, told a detective that "he would be satisfied if they gave him milfe for this," and the defense will probably employ this statement as an evidence of insanity if they admonish that line. Additional evidence that at least one of the three victims was regarded as troublesome at the factory comes from B. F. VonBehren, father of the triple slayer. He says he had heard of quarrels between the colored and white men, but regarded them as trivial affairs, although not long ago, he says, John Gordon had been removed from one of the mill rooms to the lumber yard because of the threats he had made against his foreman." DALLAS. TEXAS. 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He has a great ability to develop the skills with as well as endeavoring to elevate them in other ways. Prof. M. H. Phillips, of Waco, spent several days here in interest of Tabor Park and Amusement Company now being promoted there by people interested in a pleasure resort for members of the race. The Gieser City. The success of this enterprise will make a great resort for colored people and be a Rooms! Rooms! Rooms Nearly furnished, all modern conveniences, electric lights, bath, clean beds, easily reached by car lines. 2611 Floyd street, Dallas, Texas. J. T. MAUIN, Prop. 4t Your clothes cleaned, pressed and repaired. Called for and delivered. Ladies' ward, a speciality. Phone, Main 4530. 2404 Live Oak street. Greggs & Jones, proprietors. The Perkin Pool, Billiard, Domino, Rest and Reading Room, properly operated, where your presence will be appreciated. Up-to-date service. My time is yours, day or night. 2211 Elm street, Dallas, Texas. R. A. PERKIN, Prop. OBJECTED TO BOOSTING HIS SHOW. Colored Woman Robbed of $900 Worth of Diamonds—S. H. Dudley Will Reopen the Ruby. By Lee L. Brown, 1006 W. Chestnut St. LOUISVILLE, KY., Special. Very little going on in the dear old town this week. The Molly Groves Mining Company held a very important meeting in this city last citizens who have invested their hard earned money in this concern were present. From all reports received by your correspondent it seemed that the Molly Groves Company making good. Mr. Al. Harris and A. H. Graham gave to the public this week a first-class show. It was produced on the stage of the Ollo theater, Thirteenth and Walnut streets. The manager gave us two copies from the U. S. "." On account of the little news item that we had in this column last week, the manager of the theater came to our residence in a threatening manner and warned us we were booed his house, yet he took offense. It's the first time in our journalistic career that we have ever attempted to boost a man and he raised a great objection. It is usually a good idea to boost. Well, this is a new century and new things must happen. We will do as the manager has asked us "keep his name out of this column as long as we are convinced that Louisville News. So fare the weel. We have had no fight against the manager. It has been against the class of plays that have been produced. Give the public first-class shows and we boost, if rotten ones are given we will raise a howl. The Empire pool room, located on West Walnut street, nar Ninth street, was destroyed by fire. Messrs. Claxton and Hughes and was a great gathering place for young Five hundred and thirty men were present at the men's meeting of the Y. M. C. and the Y. M. C. of the evangelist delivered a soul-stirring sermon. This far excels he great men's meeting held by Rev. Howard in Indianapolis, where he met with sons gathered last week to witness the first game of basketball in the gymnasium of the Y. M. C. A. The game was exiting early. Another game was played Thursday night. Mrs. Lavinia Watson Cooper, of the Y. M. C. A., robbed of $200 worth of diamonds. A lit- DRINK KOLA CELERY PEPSIN! KOLA makes muscle and bone. CELERY a brain food, quiets the nerves. PEPSIN aids digestion and healthy appetite. 27-29 S. Senate Ave. Phone Main 5521 Indianapolis, Indiana Wanted for the Season The New Pastime Theatre Successor to the Pastime Theatre, Muskogee, Okla. Good vandeville acts, stock company, musicians that double. No fancy salaries, but money every Sunday evening. Band and orchestra leader, all summer engagement. Boozers, kickers, knockers save stamps. Opens about March 28 MORRIS BROS., Props. JESS BROWN, Mgr. 303 S. Second St., Muskogee, Okla. the ten-year-old boy has been accused of the crime, but it is not known whether he is the real criminal. The case is to be tried in Juvenile court Friday morning. Mrs. Thomas Coles left the city Sunday morning for the Windy City. She expects to make that city her future home. Dr. William Jackson, a Louisville boy, was called to his home suddenly from Collierville to the bedside of his sick sister. He was a teacher in the Phyllis Wheatley school, Mr. W. G. Jackson, his brother of Chicago, was also called. Dr. Jackson is making good in Collierville. The Louisville White Sox, under the management of Recusci, will play next season at Springfield. The twenty-eighth and Broadway. We are to have two new theaters on Walnut street in the early spring. S. H. Dudley will re-open the Ruby. "Colored Gents From the U. S. A." made a statement at the gallery. The comedy is well worth the price of admission. Messrs. Gray and Graham are expecting to make a tour through the South. Mr. John Hunt, of Franklin, Ind, the most popular contractor of that section, is visiting his sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Brown, of 510 South Hancock street. Mrs. Martha Metcalfe and daughter, Mrs. Mary Bailey left yesterday for Frankfort, the city, after two weeks' stay with friends and relatives. Mrs. Rebecca Watson and nephew are visiting Mrs. Jordan, of 1402 West Mason street. EVANSVILLE. IND. (By Benita Morrow, 411 Olive St.) Mrs. Kitty Shaw is improving slowly....Mrs. Sallie Porter, of Bland avenue, is ill....Mrs. Addie Perry is much better....Mrs. Tytle summer is somewhat better....Mrs. Helmina Bowling was indisposed last week....Miss Viola Gibson spent a few days last week in Vincennes....On February 19, Rev. in Ferguson...On Friday in McGregor...A program for the benefit of Bell Street church....The Missionary Society of McFarland chapel entertained the men last Friday night....A valentine mask party was given on Friday in McGregor...Mr. George Sloss is still on the sick list....Mr. Edward Lee is able to be up again....It was, indeed, quite sad to learn of the death of Sister Josie Blum...On the day of her death in March he will ill for quite a while. She was one of the oldest members of Independence Baptist church. She leaves a husband, daughter and host of friends to mourn her death. On the day of her death she will baptize at Liberty Baptist church....Mrs. Josephine Greene last left Monday for Paducah, Ky., where she will spend a few days. She will ladies at the arland church and a renaissance sale on Lincoln avenue....Customers, please try a promptly. TUCKERMAN ARK Special to THE FREEMAN Special to THE FORMAN meets the House Ruth, No. 2341 meets every second and fourth Saturday in every month. At the last election the following officers were elected: Lizzie Williams, M. were Dandelier Ander, G. were Eliza Ridley Ander, Mattie Dean, W. C.; Eliza Graham, instructor; Pireley Ridley, W. N.; Vira Ridley, N. G.; Susan Dawson, W. C.; Minneapolis, N. G.; John C. Robertson; Anna Casey, N.; Challett Robertson L. J.; J. C. Green, prelate. BERWICK, LA. Mrs. Bertha Harris, of Houston, Texas, is in the city and is the guest of her sister, Mrs. Gertrude Reason. Last Sunday evening she was highly entertained and was greeted by Mr. John Muller and Ed. Peterson were in Franklin a few days ago on some very important business.....Mrs. Dillie Peterson, of Berwick, has gone to New York to meet Mrs. Brown, 2212 St. Louis street. She will be gone three weeks. COLUMBIA, MO. Special to THE FREEMAN Mr. Andrew Cargile, who has been ill with pneumonia, is able to be up again and be out among his friends...Miss Sadie E. Conyers, who has had a severe cough for several weeks, usually...We are glad to know that Mrs. S. E. Read is much improved...The Union revival meeting of the four different churches held at St. Luke M E. Conyers, at the Booth, at Booth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Booth, is quite ill with pneumonia...For cleaning and pressing see Mr. Beverly Sexton on Saturday at Coleman's home. Miss Hayes is slowly improving at her home on Garth avenue...Miss Sadie Cowden of Kansas City is home to spend the remaining part of the winter with her parents and friends. We are all glad to meet with us again, after a long vacation. JACKSONVILLE, ILL. Special to THE FREEMAN. A grand concert was given on January 20 at Bethel A. M. E. church, for the benefit of the church, by Mrs. Margaret Spayne and Mrs. Claribelle Redman, of Decatur, Ill, and Mrs. Susie Weeden, or our city. Mrs. Spayne rendered two most beautiful high class selections, entitled "Speak Love," "Arditti," and "A May Morning," by Denza. Several high-class selections were rendered by Mrs. Redman, and excellent select reading by Mrs. Weeden. Misses Era Triplett and Josie Shaw were the planists. The concert was very largely attended. Mrs. and Mrs. Edward Wright and family are now living in South Main Street.... Miss Elsie Waits, of Harvey, Ill, has returned to her home, after a pleasant visit with her cousin, Mrs. J. Rollins, and other friends.... Mr. Joseph Mosely received word from Bloomington, Ill., that his daughter Revea is very ill. He left to be at her bedside. Mr. Divers, of West Morton avenue, is able to be about..... Mr. Anthony Hamilton, who had the misfortune to cut his hand rather severely. is getting along nicely on ...Miss Glendora Brown, of Carroillon, Ill, was the guest of friends in our city recently. Miss Josie Shaw left for her home in Chicago. Miss Katherine Spayne and Mrs. Claribelle Redman left recently for their homes in Decatur, Ill. The Allen's improveement Club met Jan. 14. Mrs. Claribelle churche Mrs. Ida Guthrie has return from Bloomington on account of the illness of Revea Mosely. Mr. Isaac Gorham, of East Lafayette avenue, is some better. Miss Guthrie has returned from Chicago. Ill. Miss Glendora number of West State street is some better. A grand concert was given January 31 by the Juvenile Club at the Mt. Emery Basket club church. The program was in charge of Mary, the Mt. Emery as well attended. Those who took part were Miss Irene Russell, Christiana, and Miss Russell, Katherine and Gladys Hayes, Bessie Johnson, Gladys and Gracie Mackenzie, the bony quartette sang very sweetly, was composed of Fred Moore, Clarence Wittle Gray and Mack Raven. All serve great credit....Miss Katharine Hayden was pianist....Ema Burry Baptist Church, in the presence of Mrs. I. McCree....I wonder why I don't learn some manners and use them. ANNOUNCEMENT Respectable colored patients are welcome in our sanitarium and receive the curative mineral water for rheumatism, eczema, ulcerations, indigestion, diabetes, monic diseases. Our rates are modest, model Mineral Spring Sanitarium, Spencer, Ind. NEW BEAUTY COMPLEXION Is Creating a Furore Among the BEAUTY SEEKERS! Fascinated with YAAK “SPECIAL” The Newest Beautifier. Wonderful for Pimples, Coarse Pores Freckles and Blackheads PLUMPS WRINKLES OUT Keep Young Looking for Years An astonishing product for plumping out wrinkles, hollow cheeks, to a velvety, smooth, exquisite complexion, and keep young looking for years. The Chicago fair sex have suddenly be come beautiful and fascinating. Economical Drug Co. (Opposite Marshall Field Co. Siegel-Cooper Co. The Public Drug Co. Buck & Rayner's (3) Drug Stores Rothschild's big department store and The BIG FAIR Store—all big Chicago firms. Local sales agents wanted for distributing "Yaak" (special). Write to the YAAK Mfg. Co., department A. A. Chicago. CELERY PEPSIN! CELERY a brain food, quiets the restion and healthy appetite. Main 5521 Indianapolis, Indiana the Season time Theatre Theatre, Muskogee, Okla. musicians that double. No fancy salar- GOSSIP OF THE STAGE The Nashes are at Daly's Theater, Baltimore, Md. Mrs. Ella Goodloe made a flying trip home from Nashville, Tenn. to her mother's bedside in Louisville. Her mother is very sick. were finishing or beginning, for the moment they appeared there was a story of applause which lasted for so long that they were forced to stop the singing at Fisher made a speech in useless say that their act was a hit, for the goes without saying. This team is a b Ollie Shelton is having a little spell of waiting at Great Falls, Mont. He hopes to look into the eyes of his many friends East in the near future. After an engagement of three weeks at the Alamo Theater, Valosta, Ga. Riley and Riley opened at the Ga. Theater, February 10, in Atlanta, Ga. Gaines and Brown play New London, Conn., February 11, 13, 14 and 15. We are born so solid until April then we will go West. J. Ed Hunn says that he is the originator of "My Friend from Bam." "Steamboat Bill," "A Cannibal King" and "A Soldier's Sweetheart." These acts are copyrighted. The Whitman Sisters, Mae and Essie (Sam and Aron), opened on the United Time, New York City, and made a cided hit. The Williams play, Musical Theater, Paterson, N J., this week. J. Ed Hunn, the original producer of Adam's Georgia University will be seen this season, with Prof. James Wolfscale's bunch, as stage manager and producer. The Brown Sisters are in Indianapolis this week. They will appear at the Crown Theater next week. They will be the favorite of those that house and will offer something new and attractive—as they always do. Peat and Hayes went big at Bon Ton Tuesday last week in Jersey City, N. J. They will appear the first half of this week at the Comedy Theater, Jamaica, L. L. and the last half at the Winter Garden Theater, New York City. Miss Lella B. B. Mitchell, formerly of the Black Patti company, was called the sickbed boy, was Mrs. Lella Johnson, Rock, Ark, who died January 22. Johnson led a Christian life. The ceremony at her funeral was beautiful and impressive. The Ebony Vaudeville Exchange of Philadelphia, Pa., is a new business venture and is reported to be doing things nicely. It already enrolled and is working. The agency can offer five weeks, taking in New York, Philadelphia and Washington. The agency licensed and bonded. It does it only its will be carefully handled and treated. Sarah Green-Byrd or the "Three Black Byrds" is with the Black Patti musical comedy company, taking the place of Lille Lille Washington, D.C., but is routing west to Kansas City, praying the larger cities on the return to the city of Mr. Voelkens, dressed in gangged with Messrs. May 12 at the Grand Opera House, where this organization was so very successful last season. "The Sensational Three," which now consist of Bostwick, Zeek and are at Ackerman, will next appear in the Grade Thea-Blake Zeek is a funny little comedian and makes the people how to Billy Bell wick is a stranger who knows how to it them in a song, "Crappy Dane, Mathews and played by the Dumas Publishing company of St. Louis, Mo. "THE LIME KILN CLUB" OR GANIZES (New York, NY) Club, composed of members of the colored theatrical profession, held its first meeting at the studio of the Robin W. Wert Thirty-second on Thursday after last, and the following officers unanimously elected: Bobby Kemp, judge; A. D. Brantley, oral; George J. Hamilton, assistant at-arms; W. H. Ray, sergeant-at-arms; Joe Cheers, committee on refreshments; Sanford Mckissick, billiard; and Turcell, bailiff; Zebra Holden, treasurer. After a reading of general business it was voted that the sold club is to bring the club to the profession today, and an elaborate repast was served to the members on Friday, noon last, during the wishes of Brother Bobby Kemp to the judge and on their Canadian tour. The members are J. Harvey, Jackey I. Powell, Whitney Walker, J. W. Motley, Perry Bradford, Dana Brinkley, Bad Halliday, Brother Hutchison, Gibson, J. Foerch Doyle, Casteor, J. Jones, Gust Jordan, Joe Hedges, and Ed F. Peat. THE AUDITORIUM THEATER, PHILADELPHIA. An eminently typical vaudeville bill was the offering at the Auditorium Theater this week, where every act was different and good of its kind. It offers that the engagement succeeds getting together five acts without showing at least two of a kind. In this, the second week of the Six Musical Vers, they have improved their act, added new music to the hard work they did, and the applause they received. Guy and Rex, who have just returned from the West, furnished their share of merriment. The songs they sang were selected by the audience that they only can sing, and were heartily enced. Pauline Dempsey pleased the audience and she was going some. Carrie Sithe enjoys the reputation of naming girls that she trills and warbles her voice equal to any prima donna and catches the audience every time. Madame Dempsey's three dancing girls were clever and well-trained and were dancing and dancing, and they had no trouble catching on. Business remains good and Manager Glosson always greets you with a smile. CENTRAL THEATER, ATLANTA, GA. The bill at the Central this week is one of the biggest and ranks with some of the best bills that have been presented in this city for sometime. Nick and Joan, Eastern team new to Atlanta and Ogan, the audience evidently appreciated the act, they roared as soon as Nichols stepped upon the stage. The work of the team was exceptionally good and loving, loving good friend and Bileou, which gave both of the members of this team a chance to display their dramatic ability. The sketch was handled well and received, constant applauses and numerous curtains calls each night. Washington and Berry were next on the bill and they put over some rapidities in a masterly style. Washington is a great man, the greatest Berry is, without doubt, the greatest fan-personator that is playing this or any man down. His sun dance, taken from the Mets, is a classic. Fisher and Simmons followed this act and it was hard to forget their were finishing or beginning, for the moment they appeared there was a storm of applause which lasted for so long that Fisher made a speech. It is useless to say that their act was a hit, for that goes without saying. This team is a big fist, Robinson and White closed the olo, and believe me, they closed it. This team is a new in Atlanta, but won the approval of the people with their work. Robinson's son Erb is some funny boy. The Goodloe Stock Company closed the olo and the team filled pieces that could be played was the "New Recruit." John Goodloe deserves great credit for the way in which he won. Miller played the lieutenant, Billy Henderson the sergeant, Leigh Whipner the orderly, John Goodloe the captain and Lombie the recruit, together with Corps Re Con Crew posed with Miss Bilee. Miss Wheeler, Miss Simmons and Mrs. Henderson. Fun reigned supreme from the time that Fisher was lowered. Goodloe and Fisher in the prison scene fairly convulsed the audience. Goodloe using bricks for his ammunition when Fisher got his head stuck. This week Madam Loretta is to share the honors with the Goodloe Stock Company, as the feature of this theater. The offering will be "Jenkins and Brown." MAKING THEM LAUGH AT ATLANTA, GA. John Goodloe and Lonnie Fisher of the Goodloe Stock Company and L. H. Reid, proprietor of the Reid House, gave an informative talk by the parlors of the house for the purpose of the performers playing Atlanta. Quite a number of the performers were present and it was decided to form a club for the performances weekly. The following officers were appointed: Lonnie Fisher, president; Lilian Daniels, secretary; L. H. Reid, treasurer. The treasurer of the house of his hotel and also the parlors for the club to hold its suppers. Mrs. Lumpkins made the same offer and both were accepted by the club, and the parlors of meeting. Among those present were Fisher and Simmons, Seals and Fisher, Irma Durbon, Virginia Wheeler, Sarah Brown, Daniels and Daniels, Lizzie St. John, and L. H. Reid, Erb Robinson, Leigh Whipner, Jack Mitchell and Albert White. MAJESTIC THEATER, COLUMBIA, MO. Andrew Cargile, who has been on the sick list for the past four weeks, is up to work in the office. He has his job as operator. Houze and Houze, who have been here for the past two weeks, still continue to please the audiences. We will have with us small and Stovall. SPLENDID IMPERSONATOR AT THE GRAND—MINSTREL AT THE MONOGRAM. Chicago Special to the Freeman: The Grand Theater. Some very excellent pictures are being seen this week at the Grand theater, as well as a good bill. The hit of the evening the first half of the week was Dale and Doyle, playing act and a good one. Mr. Doyle was a female impersonator. His form, facial contour, actions, grace and dignity were identically that of a refined actress. The gowns were perfectly gorgeous; his hair was perfectly cut; and his perfectly. He was endowed with a sweet soprano voice and the audience was greatly fooled when, at the close of the number, it was disclosed that it was a man. The other numbers on the bill were the same. The actress was a roller; Bush and Shapiro, comedians, and Bush and Peyser, comedy bar artists. Although Mr. Peyton had been robbed the night before of a diamond stud, watch and $16 his music show any grieficken trick for the overure was sweeter and grander than ever. Monogram. Prof. Clark was back at the Monogram this week with some of his new and entertaining sleight of hand tricks. He will be the guest of the well doe he earn the name. A white act follows, but they don't seem to have the goods for colored audiences. The kind of stuff they earn is not the kind they them out to us? The Russells, well and favorably known, open with "On the Mississippi," and get off some laughable jokes. Mr. Lissie Smith and her minstrels close the bill. They open very happy and they "make good" as dancers. Little Henry McCree sims another and he gets a role. The monster the act are Archie Wear, Robert Bramlet, Hugh Hute and Willie Parm. The "stroll" has been very quiet this week, awaiting the publishing of Mr. Sylvester Rush's poems. Mr. Russell says that his book will be out in a few days it will be in great demand along the "stroll." AT WASHINGTON (D. C.) THEATERS THIS WEEK Blue Mouse. A good sister team, playing to a large audience all this week, in songs and performances close to our time, close to a very good bill at the Twenty-fifth street playhouse. Chelsea. Waddell and Taylor, late of "My Friend from Dixie" company, were a scream at the M Street Playhouse, playground and audiences at Manager Gentry's place all week. This was the first lady team to ever play this house and it received rounds of applause at every performance. Three reels of pictures closes a bill. Fairyland. Allen and Morton are a riot. They are newcomers to Wahsingston and are not yet familiar with the local favorites. Manager Frank Kearney, although white, deserves a world of creativity. He is too good for the Fairyland. He spares no expense for any good act. NASHVILLE. TENN. The Dixie Stock Company opened at the Majestic Theater here February 8, to a large house, and everything went well. The first part, "I am Welcome," was well acted by Mr. George Thomas and Mason. Miss Lille Thornton sang "Baby, Please, Don't Shake It," which was one of the hits of the bill. Miss Thornton sang "I am Welcome," tree encores. Kid Carle sang "All Night Long," and it went well. Miss Thornton sang "I Got You, Stevie," and took three or four encores. The first part was closed by the company. Comedy star Theo was the feature, Kid Carle opening with "Frisco Town," which was a hit. Thomas and Thomas followed with "Dixieland, I Love You." It was good. The movie was a scream. Miss Lillian Washington's song, "When Nice, Lead Me to the Pretty Band," was a hit. Mason and Wells, the fashion team team, closed, and was joined with the "Queen of Turkey." THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTARTED COLORED NEWSPAPER. by the whole company. Wells and Mason are pleasing the people with their work. Send regards to all in and out of the business. NEW YORK NOTES. (By The Owl.) Lincoln Theater Monday's bill of the past week opened with Lee and Lee. Following them came Prof. Barkley, whose act was very rehearsal. Brothers were very pleasing at each performance. Fay and Lesley closed the bill and they went big. The last half of the day was filled with young man taking the place of one of the two acts that were closed on Tuesday. His singing was good, his dancing was good, and he classed with the best in that line. Tatten and Lee came back strong as ever. Miss are favorites here; nuff said. Miss Taylor received a share of applause. Taylor received Turner and the audience awake cured of the blues. Crescent Theater The show opened with Miss Blanch Williams in her Dutch character act, which was good, and each of her numbers went big. She should have occupied a better position on the bill. Taylor and Price have a nice line of talk and their act went fairly well. Then came the Girl of the Tril. This was very good at the show I saw and I was told that some of the act had been cut out. These acts are springing up on us every day. Madam McClain and McIntosh closed the show and their act was a riot. This act was the same thing too. Well, they all time and know just what will catch or please an audience. They have the goods and did not fail to deliver them. The last half, Ethel Williams, Willis and Lewis were good. Mrs. Matthews and Picks, a boy and a girl, were both clever. The little fellow is a nice dancer and the girl is some more sortonous work. To see her in that work one would think she hasn't a bone in her body. Mrs. Matthews herself is very clever, making the act a nice one. Clark and Taylor also have a good act and they closed the show very successfully. We are told that one of the big acts and a very clever man is Fennell and Holden. Will open here on Monday, February 10. Will say more of them later. Franklin Theater. Miss Emma Keyes was very pleasing in her song and dance. She is a very clever woman and can make good any activity. It would be hard to compete with their singing of "Louisiana Lou." The act was good from start to finish. The Alpha Comedy Four made their first applause for the big noise. Every number of the act is good and the quartette did their part well. This act should never lay off, and fro me the different places and situations I think they lose much time. The last half opened with Gasones Brothers, German comemouri Sisters' act was a big scream, but and their act went big. Bonnie and Sean were the best. We will remember that Bonnie is a female impersonator and very clever. The Two Harringtons went nicely, also Jackson and Williams. More could be said people but time and space won'termi. Family Theater The first half of last week Gasito and Henrico, the Hindoo mysteries, and a great novelty act, the feature at the end of the play, Ninnie and Semouri, another very clever act, Fleming and Fleming did fairly well. Jim Towel went so big that he will be remembered. Hence Dayton (white) will also be there Sunday. We are told she is very good. Pioneer Theater Nelson Duo, high-class singers, opened Monday's bill here. Delions and Hamilton followed. This is another good act it has to offer, as it is an act different from the rest. The Nelson Duo returned the latter part of the week and again went good. Toliver and Chappel had another one of those acts, the ordaining of the day too. They closed the bill of the week. Florence Brown opens Sunday. Pennell and Holden who appeared at the Circle Theater, Philadelphia, last week, report that their act went big. Cabaret Show at Young's Casino Feb. 5—Billy McClain Introduces Nov- While in Australia and Europe Mr. McClain made a large collection of novelties and they were shown to the people of Harlem Wednesday morning. The clever artists also appeared on the bill at the Casino. Miss Jennie Day, Angio Thomas, Adèle Brennan, Emmanuel Bessie Spencer, Irma Baptiste, the Invincible Quartette, Mile Rose, who did a nice dance; Mattie Hite, Blanchard Walker; Jorge Garge Walker, Jr. It was one great show. CINCINNATI, O. The Earl Burton Musical Comedy Company is the attraction at the Pekin theater this week, with Miss Annie Pankie as an added feature. She will be attending over this time, always giving us something new, furnished by the best talent obtainable. This company has appeared here three times in the last twelve months with a team of each new people. The patrons considered it a rare treat to hear Miss Pankie, who has not been heard here since the big Cole and Johnson productions. Helen Bonhaye is in bass by herself as a coon-shouter, Mr. Burton's song hit, "When Jane and I Were Wed," called for several encores. The company deserves better time. Miss Lucy Shepherd, Cincinnati's favorite, is opening the bill with several gold numbers. Miss Bessie Hocker is the matinee idol at the Fifth street house. Next week's attraction at the Pekin is Gulfport and Wallace. The foundation is built for a $5,000 theater building at the corner of Fifth and John streets. CIRCLE THEATER, PHILADELPHIA. Business here has kept up wonderfully. Several times during the week extra shows were given. The artists, Guilford Show, the New York Philharmonic, the Sketts, Pennell and Holden, Crampton and Hall, all made good and a very prosperous week rewarded their efforts. On Friday matinee the band "Nine" performed the billings happily. For the ensuing week the billing is as follows: Joe Johnson, comedian; Bon Bon Trio, the Pewees, the Toliver Three and Froese and the Concerts by Clive O'Neill, orchestra. Robert, Pickets and Eugene Millner, leaders. "MERRY MAIDENS." The Next Attraction at the Buckingham Theater. Louisville, Ky. (By Geo. Slaughter.) The next attraction at the Buckingham Theater Louisville, Ky., will be "The Merry Maidens" company. "New York in Two Reels" is the title conferred upon the two-act musical purletta this organization is presenting, but the management hastens to assure a presumably anxious public that there is absolutely no "moving picture" trend to the performance. The title mentioned is merely intended to convert the inforation that the metropolis is this locale selected in which to engage the action of a more or less consistent story, and that two scenes are brought into play in the unfolding of the deep-dyed plot. An adequate and somewhat sumptuous scenic equipment is said to have been provided and the matters of wardrobe and lighting effects are satisfactorily attended to. Harry Fields, a very recent melodramatic-comedy star, has cast his destinies with the burlesque combination this season and claims to be very well contented with the measure of successful concorded him. Fields has been so identified with the "Glorical" type of type of materialment that his numerous type of materialment is the numberless friends in this and other cities will his progress in this new (to him) field of activity. The customary, young and beauteous chorus is promised us and the names of Miss Lilla Brennan, Miss Blanche Curtiss, Miss Edith Webster Miss Wendy, Miss Katherine sustaining the principal feminine roles. The big extra feature will be Kyra, the sensational and artistic Oriental dancer. Kyra was here about six weeks ago and made such a big hit that she are-engaged. She is the best exponent of this kind of dancing in burlesque. WHAT'S ON THE DUDLEY CIRCUIT Washington, D. C.—S. H. Dudley theater, Lew W. Henry, Mgr.—Prince Alla Mona, Molloy and Molloy, Special Pictures. Washington, D. C.—Fairlyland theater, Frank Kearney, Mgr.—King Williams and Wife Dog Show, Special Pictures. Burgess, Va.—Idle Hour theater, Pat Northington, Mgr.—Stone and Stone, Bud Minus. Richmond, Va.-Dixie theater, Walter Miller, Mgr.-Mississippi trio, Sandi Dugo, Dugo Norfolk, Va.-Globe theater, J. Van Buskirk, Mgr., Rex Trio, John Smith, Madge Clinton and Picks, W. H. Dudley theater, Matt Lewis, Mgr.-Stock and Criswell and Bailey. Philadelphia, Pa.-Circle theater, Geo. Bundy, Mgr.-Five big acts in vaudville. Pittsburgh, Pa.-Star theater, Abe Mgr.-Mgr.-Julian and Crosby, Price and Taylor. Cleveland, O.-Orielle theater, O. J. Harris, Mgr.-Griffin Sisters and two other vaudville acts. Annapolis, Md.-Amusea theater, Steven and Mgrs.-Open on the Dudley, February 24. Baltimore. Md.-Goldfield Cabaret Baltimore, HI. McDuffie Fuster and Rockville, Josephine DeBouls. Baltimore, Md.-Tom Smith's Cabaret Show-Jeff DeMount and other big acts COLORED ARISTOCRACY MIN-STRELS. The Colored Aristocracy Minstrels will open their spring and summer season at Augusta, Ga., on March 20, and the outfit will be new from entrance to the dress-room. The dress-room will be given in one of Driver's latest improved theatrical tents, being built by the United States Tent and Awning Co., of Chicago. The wardrobe contract has been let to the Western Uniform Company, of Chicago, to build a new design. All that money can buy. Manager John B. Cullen intends to have his canvas theater as near like an opera house as it is possible to do under the same roof. He has the Colored Aristocracy Minstrels surpass anything ever attempted by any one in this particular line of the show business. The tent show managers have all auditioned and auditioned all the Minstrels "frame-up" and when the outfit goes on on March 20th, all new and of the latest design, it will cause them all to sit up and take notice. Among the people already engaged are Archie Blue, Frank Kearney, and John Dodd. All the Collier, Willie Dodd, Mack Sutton, Carrie McCraw, Hattie Belle Dack, Nettie Archer and Celestine Patterson. Performers, watch for spring in every week's season. Buy in the area mentioned people can be addressed at 412 Great street, Augusta, Ga. SONG. "You Are the Apple of My Eye." Send 15 cents for this beautiful, classy, rag, BETTIE SONG PUB, CO., 2711 Guillott street, Dallas, Texas. feb22 ROUTE S. TUTT WHITNEY in THE SOUTHERN SMART SET—Columbia, S. C. Feb. 17; Greenville, 18; Spartansburg, 19; Ashville, N. C. 20; Chattanooga, Tenn. 21. S. H. DULEDY in "Dr Beans from Boston"—Cleveland, Ohio, week of Feb. 17. BELLEVANT—OMG.COM—Maysville, Ky. Feb. 17; Paris, 8; Richmond, 19; Danville, 20; Lexington, 21; Frankfort, 22. KELLEY'S COLORED MINSTRELS—Thompsonville, Mich. Feb. 18; Traverse City, 19; Elk Rapids, 20; East Jordan, 21. GEYER'S DANDY DIXIE MINSTRELB -Wolf City, Texas, February 18; Paris, France COLORED ARISTOCRACY MINSTRELS COLLECTION FULLTON 412 Green street, Augustus St. LETTER LIST. Gentlemen's List. Austin, Slim Anderson, Chas. Alien, Mack Bryant, Archie Butler, G. E. Bryant, W. Bright, Turner Corley, the Clarinets Clemons, Ernest Conley, J. Arthur Crossage Coleman, James C. Clark, H. A. Cook, Sam Costello, Julian Davis, Jolly Davis, Fred Davis, J Les Ferris, Bismarck Thanks, reite Fields, Henry Foxworthy, Julius Ferdin, Dr. Silpin, Chas. Graham, Frank Gaines, L. L. Gazan, Billy Hunn, Ed. Hooten, Eugene Irwin, Warren Johnson, E. Kyle, Lonnie Lockhart, T. W. Lowery, Vance McCamon, J. H. Mills, Billy Manley, Prince Oliver, Fentiss Pierce, R. Richardson, Irvie Saucy, Ollie Smith, John Stone, E. Sutton, H. J. Smith, James Tansel, Frank Thornton, Cheroke Tarrv, James Timmons, Willie Thorpson, T. H. Wilson, J. R. Williams, George H. Washington, W. T. White, Joe Watts, Billy Wolfscale, James Williams, Henry Wheeler and Mor- gan's Co. Jones, Julia Hardee, Louise Dodson Lilly, Cornelius McIntyre, Lucile Moore, Mrs. Miss Gipple Segmon, Mrs. Lucile Sotanki, Princess Smith, Miss Bessie Townsend Mary Taylor, Nettle William, Mrs. Hannah Wilson, Ruth Arnite, Miss Dilea Brown, Bessole Brown, Magnolia Brown, Magnolia Beechmum, Blanche Copeland, Louise Copeland, Martha Brown. Crawford, Virginia Carson, W. R. Fox, Rosie Groves, Miss R. Howard, Mrs Nettie Harrison, Ruth Harrison, Ruth Jones, Ninnon A. B. BILLY KING Joel Theatre, Chattanooga INDEFINITE All acts write me there. The O. K. House Can give all acts booked from 3 to 5 consecutive weeks. Get busy and write for open time No commission. Tim E. Owsley, Mgr. New Circle Theatre 1321-23-25 South St., Philadelphia, Pa. Booked through the Ebony V. delphia, Pa. All kinds of act gency in America (exclusive, just be gun and can play acts) Buckingham One week, O "THE MUSICAL" One who transposes, fake chorus director a dow Pianist, 8-W-16, Star Theatre Wants first party A. Minsky, Mgr., Dave Pe D Orchestrations written, song prompt attention. "You Cere Send eighteen cents in stamps 3109 STATE STREET Want For the best M formers that d lead violinist Townsend and write or wire. L. G. Jones, WA At the St First class stock compa gles, doubles, trios, speci est house in the Southwe Address REUBE Booked through the Ebony Vaudeville and Musical Exchange offices 1830 22 Rodman St. Philadelphia, Pa. All kinds of acts wanted quick. The only colored licensed and bonded Negro Agency in America (exclusively). Managers write for good proposition. This Exchange has just be gun and can play acts five weeks. Watch us grow. MUSICAL DIRECTOR PIANIST! One who transposes, fakes and arranges for band or orchestra; also an A No. 1 chorus director and composer Plays wind instrument and can double band and orchestra. Address Pianist, 8-W-16. Care The Freeman. Indianapolis A. Minsky, Mgr., 1417 Wylie Ave., Pittsburg, Penna. Orchestrations written, songs taken from voice, acts written and rehearsed. Mail orders given prompt attention. "You Certainly Look Good to Me," and the "Pussy Cat Rag," on sale here. Send eighteen cents in stamps. 3109 STATE STREET. CHICAGO, ILLINOIS Wanted at Once For the best Minstrel show on the road, performers that double in brass, good musicians, lead violinist and clarinet player. Lowney Townsend and Jas. Lewis write; Bob Boone write or wire. Address all mail to L. G. Jones, Gen. Del., Albany, Ga. WANTED! First class stock company who can change acts and play polite vaudeville, singles, doubles, trios, specialty features and novelty acts that can please the finest house in the Southwest. Centrally located now, playing big time crowds. Address 2904 Elm Street Dallas, Texas WANTED! For Turner's Jubilee Minstrels Annex Band of the John H. Sparks' World Famous Shows A No. 1 Cornet player, must be good reader; also Baritone that doubles violin; small boy for rastus who can sing and dance. Circus opens in March. Address all mail to Alonzo Turner. Box 13, Cleveland, Tenn. Wanted at Once And does not owe a cent to anyone. Charles Geyer Mastodon Minstrels, two car show, canvas in summer, Big City Time week stands in winter. Wants tombone, cornet, tuba, and baritone to double 2d violin, others must double orchestra. Can use at all times acting people who double brass. Experienced sober people only need apply. Charles Geyer Mastodon Minstrels. Majestic Theatre, Waco. Tex.-Wek Jan. 27: Standard Theatre, Ft. Worth, week Feb. 3; Park Theatre, Dallas, week Feb 9; Dennison, Texarkana, Ft. Smith, Muskegue and Oklahoma. "The largest business done in Ft. Worth in the history of the house for Minstrels, was done by Chas Geyer Minstrels week of Feb. 3d. Turned away by the hundred nightly during the week." JOE MILLER, Manager Standard. "Only Colored Show that plays the Big Ones." HEY THERE LEIGH WHIPPER Monologist Extraordinary With his Nosegay of Nonsence Culled From the Garden of Fun. This Week at Central Theatre, Atlanta, Ga. FRANK JACKSON, "THIS WORLD A FIRE!" Can place performers, musicians, also novelty acts, an A No 1 coon shouter, good teams, people doubling band and stage preferred. White boss and canvasm. This is a two car show; best of accommodation for all. This show will carry a 25 piece band this season. R. J. Simmons musical director; Jeff Webb (Airship), stage manager. We can place you at once for all season. Savannah & Elmore write. Walbridge B Nevill wire at once. Address J. R. ANDERSON, Mgr. Care Elk's Club Montgomery, Ala. 5 Dallas, Texas GOSSIP OF THE STAGE 6 Little Johnny Jones and Eva Moore at the Savoy theater, Flint, Mich. week of February 10. The team of Lockhart and Lockhart is with the Rabbit Foot Company, and they have a very clever act, which is highly appreciated at every performance. They like to hear from Augustus Bernard. THE LYRIC THEATER, ROME, GA. We have with us this week three of the greatest acts in vaudeville. Miss Luce McGinty, single act, who is some dancer; Mr. Chief Saylor and Miss Cleo McGinty, who is some dancer acts playing the South, direct from the West. We have one of the swellest novelty acts closing the bill that has ever played here. Eddie E. Daye, who is some comedian, is the great man. Rory is wearing the smile that won't come off. Regards to all. SAVOY THEATER, CHATTANOOGA, TENN. This week's bill at the Savoy theater was excellent and on Monday night the S. R. O. sign was out, with Laura Smith and Tuske Delk, the wife of make up artist Joel The Two Sweets, the long and small of it, with us and getting there fine. Miles and Wise are a big scream. You only have a few minutes to make up the guy that put ten in Tennessee, Miss Susie Cook, that singing poor child, is getting hers. Miss Georgia Davis and her picks are having great success, with one of her own acts. Isabelle and the beauty areuty areuty Payton and Harris close Saturday after seven weeks of success. Little Jimmie Cox is still with us and putting on some red shows. Isabelle and the beauty areuty areuty Payton and Harris close Saturday after seven weeks of success. Little Jimmie Cox is still with us and putting on some red shows. Isabelle and the beauty areuty areuty Payton and Harris close Saturday after seven weeks of success. Little Jimmie Cox is still making them haul off, some more noise. Hastus Brown, the dancing demon of the world. The orchestra is composed of Prof. Cox, the conductor; Willett Jefferson, the musician; Will Jordon, bass violinist; Alek Johnson, trombone, and Harry Jefferson, drums. ABROAD A. G. ALLEN'S PRIVATE CAR 999. P. L. Jenkins Writes from Orange Texas. We have invaded the/Lone Star state for a mid-winter and early spring tour, and as ever we find the people of town eager to engage in the game, prepare a comedian, Harris, character comedian, closed his engagement with the company January 27, at Carson, La. Mr. Harris will remain in Shreveport, for a few weeks, and in Wichita, W. Mr. Clifford D. Brooks, doing straight with Robert Miller and P. L. Jenkins, as two trumpt管士 in their ten minute turn entitled "A Bad Man" and "A Bad Man" are still scoring with Mr. Robert Miller sends to his brother, Garnett Miller, with Young Brothers' carnival and says write, care the Freeman. (Kid) Davis, versatile comedian, is still funneling and seeds regards to all friends. SUNNY DIXIE MINSTRELS. We are doing good business in the state of Texas and will soon tour Arkansas and Our show is strengthened by the team of Wallburg and Wallburg, they having a very clever act, and know how to please them. Miss Vialo McCoy, our dainty, little soubret, always receives two and three encores, and Miss Willie Venable just cAM Mr. Will McCoy, our inlaerlocutor, is just as good as you can get them, and the way he uses big words is great. Mr. Willie McDonald, our leading man is featuring with great success, "If Some One Would Only Care for Me." Dick M. Brown, the midtier comedian, keeps the house in an uproar of laughter Brown and Will Nash are holding down the extreme right of the screen for tattooing and two is the funniest. Miss Rosa Ives and Dick Brown are doing a comedy sketch entitled the "Haut- Will Brooks, Humpy Wallburg, Malcom Byrd and John Bucker are mastering the second and third ends. We have a fourteen-piece band and a number of under the leadership of Prof. B. F. DeLeo. The company sends regards to all in and out of the profession. Charles English, write Dick Brown at charsenglish.com NOTES OF THE RABBIT'S FOOT COMPANY AT LAKELAND. The show continues to do good business and all are satisfied. The team of Means and Means closed with the company and have returned to vaudeville. Mr. Walter Lee, of Chicago, joined on Monday and is quite an addition to our band. Carter Lockhart, after two weeks on the sick list, is again on the stage and is scoring nightly with his songs and funny sayings. We have a bunch of canyons in the same place and we keep the audience in an uproar during the entire first part. Our trombone soloist, Mr. Ralph Redmond, opens the solo with the selection "Elffel Tower," which he renders excellently. Miss Willie Burems and Frank Tansel are teaming and have a No. 1 act, which is so scream. Our big closing act, entitled "Eliza Jane Spliven's Wedding leaves the house in an uproar of laugh-less Mr. Frank (Jap) Reed is now interlocutor with the company, and is doing the principal straight in the closing act, in the character of Bose Williams. The entire company sends regards to all friends in the profession. Jap Reed would like to hear from Jasper Taylor at once. THE JOEL THEATER, CHATTANOOGA, TENN. can be obtained for stock and vaudille. Every member is an artist in singing and playing instruments, and are among them. If the southern cities could all have a theater well equipped, they would be now at the Joel, the colored people would bid farewell to the "peanut galleries" of the white houses. And the cities would hire their airwaves as the colored theatergoers are concerned. THE OWL'S ANSWER. I noticed in a column of The Freeman your answer to my criticism of your act. I have the Owl, of whom you know nothing. Why, sir, you wouldn't know me if you're going to be so good to you and others, and you can't be so good to you and others, because I think you're not the thought that what I said might be right, and that a little change would be no doubt, so that I did not find a good start to the weak places instead of spending your time trying to answer what had been said, you might have pulled through last week at the Franklin theater, and you'd have had a close close to the show. Now, remember this has happened since you played the Crescent. Sir, I'm sorry you feel hurt over this matter, and that I had to mention it in my way to the show. I was always so kind of me, but I'm so hot-headed, and listen to good advice, if not accepted say nothing and keep trying to reach the top of the ladder. You might thank me for what I did some day. You'd like to be so good to me, because I've been closed by the Owl, and you know that, if you buy and read The Freeman each week. But as I write facts, there is no room for answer. I have criticised my friends' words and do so again, because my good people are so me, Mr. Bradford; I play no favorites and accept no money. But we can't afford to do any more chewing the rag through the covers time and space will be so good if it, and I be certain you can't fuss with yourself. GLENNIE COLEMAN. Glennie Coleman, singing and dancing comedian, now at the Majestic theater, Sloux Falls, N. D. Mr. Coleman is one of the best little comedians on the stage A today. Mr. Coleman says he doesn't meet very many colored performers out through his territory, but meets some very fine white performers. NOTES FROM PROF. EPH WIL LIAMS' FAMOUS TROUBADOURS AND SILAS GREEN COMPANY. After a very successful tour over the famous Florida East Coast railroad, we followed the train to the west coast, packing them in nightly. We are very glad to state that we still hold the record of having the finest cleaners. Negro jobs now trailing underavas. People on the coast have rendered this verdict and we cannot but feel happy over their dedication. We best of our knowledge to give to the public the best that can be had in Negro musical comedy. The name, "Silas Green," the household word of all who have seen the show. Mr. Leroy Knox, that funny little comedian, who has been playing the leading comedy role for the Florida Blossoms, or some "Seasonal" now, is the best of the "Green." Mr. Knox was given a tryout last Tuesday night at Jenson, Fla., and so well did he handle the lines that no one could tell but that he had been playing the show for several years. Mr. Knox, on under the direction of the best "Silasses" we have ever had, Look out for Mr. Knox in the future. One of the new additions to the show is a song written by Mr. Sidney L. Perrin, entitled *Ode to the Green*. On under the direction of Miss Bessie Edgington, the little girl with the educated feet. Costumes for the scene were made by Miss Teresa Skinner. Mr. Jesse Reeves, our golf ambassador he is among the leading Negro solosists in America. Mr. Reeves wishes to hear from friends. Mr. Frank Hopkins, also and violinist, is well known to the leading music lovers of the South and blids fair to make us a good addition to the band and orchestra. Prof. Eph. Williams paid a visit to his new $2,500 house that he just purchased. The latest addition to the band and orchestra is Mr. Ed. Ferrell, cornetist. Those who know Mr. Ferrell know that he is a cornet player of rare ability. FRANK HENDON INFORMS STAGE-STRUCK GIRLS Sid Perrin's dope about how the Chicago show dudes are connected with the bitter pangs of poverty was no story of color, even if it was something on the order of a rainbow. It was a sign that the ground sausage would pipe his shadow and not only introduce countless others to that familiar lady Miss Fortune, who is always ready to extend a hand to unfortunate pigs, but would make their cases indefinite. Did he see it? Well, I should say he did. When he first gleamed it he was a little stubborn about believing, but after gunning it a few seconds he doubled up into a bowknot; did a double flipп; skinned the cat; jumped out of his skin; got over Sal and made a dash for his hole. If electricity could get back to lightning as fast as a ground ham can beat it back to his hole. Benjamin namesake would have had some fun catching it. What do you think of Congress putting over a law to catch ground hogs; ship them to aormignish them will happen? The point is this: They are expecting to use them instead of horses for several fire departments throughout the United States. All they have to do is hit them to fire doils, hand to looking glass in front of them and when he thinks his fire production. Bing! That settles it. To the fire and back while a horse is getting started. A ground hog is the only thing in the world with a shadow that amounts to byphthing. The ground hog brings colde weather, say, a rain, a rain, but that same day we would like to have some sausage and that's nothing else but ground hog. Well, I'm glad it will be all over in six weeks, for it's not so comfortable in a new town just barely existing. But it is better to be in Indianapolis broke not to be at all. account of their unexpectedness as much as by the cleverness with which they execute their plays. That is why this kind of playing will have on the Cubs remains to be seen, but if the club should come back with a whole bagful of new tricks not taught on any of the recognized circuits, the fans can lay it to our Cuban brethren. Little Discipline Shown. Discipline among the Cuban teams is also slack and the exception among the players. Parpetti, the greatest first baseman in the Cuban league, delights in taking throws to the bag with one hand and it used to be a treat, albeit a nervous treat, to be a train. It mitts the air and smother one of Chacon's riffle-like pegs. He dropped only one throw in one summer up here in spite of the fact that he took more than half of the throws that way. Manager Molino Cheer up, fellows, what's the use of thinking of hard times any more? February's short month when we don't think about it. At this writing there is a snow on the ground, and the snow with the snow. Fellows are gathering around the stoves and talking about what kind of act they expect to have next season. The Ophace and monkeys say he's have a baby seal next season. I said: "If you do, don't let it." Dear readers this ends stage-struck girls. My next attempt will be "Sep the Seventh." S. TUTT WHITNEY'S DARKTOWN POLITICIAN. Our show this season has met with almost unanimous approval. Everywhere we have been greeted with large and enthusiastic audiences. We have kept faith with the people and they have appreciated our professional success. For the members of the company it has been one continuous holiday. We have been wined and dined until we are surfeted. Space will not permit our guests, although all banquets and receptacles that have been given in honor of the Smart Set Company this season. It shall always be our highest aim to keep faith with our friends and patrons of the sunny Southland and the beautiful New Orleans, their attendance and appreciation merits. There have been several changes in the personnel of the company since opening. Mr. Eddie Stafford and Edmonsia Crawford company in New Orleans. Miss Cecile Mitchison from Fla., and Mr. Leigh Whip and Virginia Wheeler left from Fernandino, Fla. Although good performers in their respective lines, their places have been filled to the brim. The length of the company has not been diminished. Miss Ora Dunlap, of Indianapolis, replaced Miss Lewis. Miss Dunlap is a soprano singer or merit. She began her career as a teacher at the school where she always became a member of S. H. Dudley's company, then a conspicuous worker with Miss Aida Overton Walker. She has made herself a valuable member of the Southern Smart Set Company. She is the best color female buck and wing dancer in America and joined the company in Palatka, Fla., taking the place of Miss Mitchell. Miss Legg enjoys an enviable reputation in southern vaudeville, and is rated as one of the very best color female buck and wing dancer in America. Mr. Sam Gardam and Josie Graham rejoined the company in Athens, Ga. Mr. Gardam has taken out a life membership with the company. The qualifications of the male member of this team is too well known and anyone one may place him. Miss Graham is a dainty piece of femininity with a sweet soprano voice and a pair of nimble feet and a knowledge of how to use body language. Mr. Julian Castello, female impersonator and character artist, is our latest acquisition. Mr. Castello's beautiful baritone voice was needed to replace the vacancy left by the death of Richard Purges, a member of the band with credit the part of Elder Toots. William (Babe) Townsend, the little man with the big voice, is our stage manager. He is the right man in the right place. Mr. Townsend is an enthusiastic worker with a worthwhile is ever accomplished. He is also a strenuous worker with the interest of the company at heart. Much of this season's artistic success is due to his indefatigable effort. Homer Tutt celebrated the tenth anniversary of his twenty-first birthday on January 31, in Sumptum, S. C. He was the recipient of many handsome presents from members of the company. Immediately, he served the company with a fried chicken supper. Speeches were in order, only Mr. Strauder, Mr. Townsend and Mr. Gardner were equal to the occasion, the others too full for utterance. King, the man that has produced thirty-six different shows for the Central theater, with but one repetition. Going some, is it not? On the bill at the Central were the "Original and midiature" works of the great American performer Powell, making good without question. In Wilmington, N. C., we met "crazy" Billy Niehols, crazy no longer, but a sober minded producer delivering the goods. He threatens to "drap" down to Miami, Fla., until the blue-birds sing Miss Jennie Taylor and her three "Picks", Rosie, Annie and Nettie, spent Sunday with her sister, Miss Nettie Tayler, and her brother, Michael, in superlatives, Miss Taylor and her progeny are one continuous scream in vaudeville. While in Atlanta, Mrs. Christian, the mate of Mrs. Brianché Simms, of Simms and Simms, invited the entire company to a midnight dinner at her residence on Jonesboro road. It was the second time Mrs. Christian had entertained the company more elaborate, is possible, than the first. I will not attempt to enumerate the many delicacies and appetizing creations of the culinary art that were placed before the members. Nothing was left to be desired, and the whole was flavored with Mrs. Christian's genial and motherly smile, which made all feel that they were the welcome host in the host hos- Wilson "Peaches" Kyer had the pleasure of visiting his birthplace while in Charleston, S. C. After a tiresome search, he met his parents, sons who had a faint remembrance of his boyhood days. Also the city clerk had the record of his birth. I had warned him that he was a middressing-room window, as I was suffering with a severe headache, but the warning was not heeded. We broke the attendance record for the house and show him his slim Kyer-how-town, it is right that we should give him credit for the record-breaking. CUBS MAY LEARN QUAINT TRICKS FROM CUBAN TEAMS Cub fans who know anything about Cuban ball players are wondering whether President Murphy is making an altogether different island this winter for the polishing touches on the great Chicago machine. Manager Evers' recruits may pick up a whole lot of baseball that isn't baseball in their games. In late years the Cubans have started playing ball in United States fashion, but they still have not a lot of tricks that are not quite the right kind of tricks to pull before an ambitious youngster who is anxious to learn anything new. Gambling is still the weakness of the game. Cuba, the spectators betting on everything from the color of the uniforms to whether the opposing pitcher will ever see first base. In the early trips of the Cuban teams to Chicago it was not an all-out runs against them and the game lost in the ninth inning, lay down a bunt and try to beat it to first with varying suc- They Take Long Chances. Time and again the Cuban pitchers have turned the terrific bounce trick of putting the ball up the plate. They score tied and a man on second, trusting to their bender to baffle the slugger at the plate. There are equally weird pitchers getting away with their a lot of times on account of their unexpectedness as much as by the cleverness with which they execute their plays. What effect this kind of playing will have on the clubs remains to be seen, but if the club should come back with a whole bagful of new tricks, not taught on any of the recognized circuits, the fans can lay it to our Cuban brethren. Little Discipline Shown. Discipline among the Cuban teams is also slack, grandstand stunts being the rule and not the exception among the players. Parpetti, the greatest delights in taking throws to the bag with one hand and it used to be a treat, albeit a nervous treat, to see him stick his ham-like mitt in the air and smother one of Chacon's pepes. He pegs the throw in summer up here in spite of the fact that he took more than half of the throws that way. Manager Molino threatened to fine him a dozen times, but it never cured the big fellow, and he was very left home on the last trip of the team. Murphy's men may learn lots of good stuff from the Cubans, however, as the Islanders have a corner on the pepper market when they are winning. Their coaching is something wonderful. In late years the game down there has been commercialized more and the games are run in more of a machine-like fashion. Much Betting Is Done. Formerly the men were paid at the end of each game and they would then adjourn around to the betting commissioner and cash their side-bets on the game. This has been done away with a whole lot, but is rumored that some of them there are living away beyond the means they possess as ordinary ball sharps. Next summer if the Cubs start bunting in the last inning when the real inside laws of the game call for hitting it out or die trying, the fans can blame it on Cuba and its eccentric fighting diamond heroes. Johnson to Be Watched. CHICAGO—Motion was scheduled to be made in the federal court here today to set a date for the trial of Jack Johnson, son of the Negro ganglionist that the Negro ganglionist would have to stand trial on the charge of violating the Mann white slave act. Instructions issued by Federal Attorney Wilkes to federal Johnson, who is out on bond, kept an online close watch. Pull Off Fake Bouts. NEW YORK—The state boxing commission received certain information, which is said to involve Joe Jeanette and Battling Jim Johnson, the Negro heavyweights, an Providence, Indiana, boxing club, the Rhode Island, and the information was sent here because it was alleged several New Yorkers were interested in the staging of several fake bouts between Jeanette and Johnson. Among other people involved in the bouts were under the same management when they fought recently in Rhode Island. Investigation will be made. PARIS, KY. (By Lawrence Kellis, 710 W. 7th St.) Special to THE FREEMAN Dr. William Russell, the young dentist, is having great success since he has been in Paris. He does all kinds of tooth work, such as filling, braces, and the塑塑 of the colored people of Paris...Mrs. J. McIntyre has moved to her new parlor, 724 Main street, over Rose stable. She still carries the kinds of manicuring and hair work. She is also agent for the wonderful Madame C. J. Walker Hair Grower...Mr. Steven Moore, the well-known undertaker, has purchased a house on West Seventh street. He is going to build a handsome residence property to cost $850. The Freeman ought to be read by every colored family in colored papers. It can be had at Mr. Gateway's and at Thomas Steel's on Main Street. Lawrence Kells, agent, 710 West Eleventh street. Mr. Roger Murray, agent, 710 West Eleventh street. Mrs. Carrie Murray, is improving. Prof. T. J. Smith, principal of Versailles school and grand master of Odd Fellows, and a high Mason, star of the first annual shine, and to have tan shoes dyed black. Mrs. Lucy Hayden entertained with a handsome house party. Among those present were Mrs. Susie Watson Turner, of Chicago, Ill., and Mrs. Brown, of Georgetown, Ky. SHELBYVILLE, KY. (By Miss Florence Hall.) Special to THE FREEMAN. Specials in Louisville. M.B. Whitaker spent last Sunday in Louisville, the guest of Mrs. Dupee. Mr. Wm. Baxter has returned home on a vacation. Mr. Baxter has been traveling with Eph William's Troubadours. Mrs. Nathan Gleis is at her home in Indianapolis. Chelsea was called to Indianapolis, Ind., on account of the illness of her daughter, Miss Ada Hardix... Mrs. Richard Clark left Wednesday for Calhoun, Ky., to attend the bedside meeting. Mrs. T. B. Hawkins spent a part of last week in the city, the guest of her husband, Dr. T. B. Hawkins...Mr. Clarence James, of this city, was found dead at his residence on Bradford Avenue, morning, January 26. Funeral services were held at Clay Street Baptist church. Crescent Theatre Capacity 500 chairs: good size stage. Wants show or stock company to play on percentage for colored people. TONEY DRAGO, Manager, New Iberia, Louisiana. You Certainly Look Good to Me Pussy-Cat Rag Robert E. Lee On the Mississippi Job Owner from Alabam Don't Shake It While I'm Gone Just a Little Smile Dearest Memories Row, Row, Row I'll Lose the Great Gal in Town That's How I Need You Down at Devil's Ball Ragtime Melodies Hunny Hing Be My Dumble Bee That's My Honey Gaby, Gaby, Glide Good-Bye Rose Hike the Moon Green Grass Growing All Around Sands of the Desert Grow Cold Somebody Else is Getting It Now WANTED Performers at all times. Would like to hear from A No. 1 producer, soubrette, singles, novelty acts and sister teams. Can keep you as long as you make good. WANTED! ARCADE THEATRE Atlanta, Ga. Vaudeville acts of all kinds, Singles, Doubles, Trios, Quartettes, Etc., and all kinds of Novelty Acts. Can give long booking to good acts. I charge no commission. Use two sets of performers. Vaudeville only, no stock. Will advance tickets to any part of the United States for good people. No act too big, no salary too high. So get busy and write. WANTED—Feature acts at all times. Write or wire. SAM D. HYAMS, Booking Representative. The most popular Vaudeville and Moving Picture House on the South Side, playing all First Class Acts. Orchestra the very best. Hourly performance from 8 to 11. Matines Sunday and Holidays. ADMISSION, 10 CENTS. 3028 State Street Near 31st Street Chicago, Illinois Music arranged for piano, band and orchestra; vaudeville work a specialty. Words set to music and music set to words. Acts who contemplate playing Chicago write us. 3159 State Street Chicago, Illinois WANTED! First class acts of all kinds. Good novelty acts of recognized ability. Address JOHN T. GIBSON, Prop. Auditorium Theatre, South Street above Broad, Philadelphia, Pa. The Pictures are hand colored. The patrons, performers and prietor are so by nature. Let us hear from you. Lyric Theatre One of the best equipped Motion Picture and Vaudeville houses in the South. Will open on the first of March. Shall like to hear from all first class performers, stock companies, trios, teams and singies Will keep you as long as you can hold an audience. Transportation furnished. In applying state salary Don't care to hear from boozers and incompetent people. Should like to locate the Griffin and Whitman Sisters at once. Continuous Vaudeville, Moving Pictures Change of Program Monday and Thursday Finest Theatre in America 3110-12 State Street, Chicago, Illinois Performers Send In Your Open Time. WANTED! First Class Performers of All Kinds to Open March 1st LINCOLN OPERA HOUSE! The finest Theatre in the South, with a seating capacity of eight hundred. Address ```markdown ``` Atlanta, Georgia Some are Wise, Some are Otherwise The managers who are wise are booking into S. h. boudley Better wake up and get in on the Dudley Circuit. Mr.actor you can work if you have the goods to deliver. Write in your open time. I will tell you where you deliver your first package. Can use good singles and trios. No act too big for us to handle. Get in touch with the IN THE FIELD OF SPORT. BY HAROLD C. MCGATH. JACK JOHNSON PAYS scheme could be hatched out by which Only $1.00 a year for reading the Freeman each week. He paid his subscription before February 15, 1913, so he wouldn't have to pay $1.50. BASEBALL IS NOW THE SUBJECT. What About a Colored League?—Fine Prospects for Colored Players—The Last Word As to Champ Jack. (By Billy Lewis.) The sun is rapidly returning from the neither side of the equator, notwithstanding the fact that we are getting right along here the tough end of winter. And the thought is growing to America's national team—baseball that satisfying sport. As beer is a beverage most satisfying to the greatest number, so baseball is as a sport. But as enthusiastic as we Americans, we grow like this. The notion that "everybody's don't it". Some years ago two of our greatest teams toured around the world, or the better part of it, giving exhibitions of the game so well that the shadow of the pyramids, where forty centuries looked down on them, and all that, but the old world refused to enthuse; and to this day those countries are without the game that's well nigh half of an American's. The Japanese too rowdy for stale old Europe, which is practically through growing. Everything everybody takes on that dead calm, stereotyped usage, holding their customs like Chinese garments, or wearing too rowdy for stale old Europe. The Japanese, those snappish little fellows of the land of the Mikado, sent a team a year or so ago; beyond this nothing has been doing by way of international business. Sir Thomas Lipton, the yachtsman, will compete again this year for the cup. The colored brother has been rather slow to take advantage of what is offered by way of baseball opportunity. He could have his league also, just like the people he needs to conditions, knowing that black faced players are not expected in the great games, no matter how much ball they can play. Rube Foster's boys won the pennant in the league, a league of four teams in California 4 short time ago. Most of the court players are crack players. The California sport writers spoke of some of them in the best way, composing big games, big games, big games, Tyc Cobb, Johnny Evers, Marquard, Matthewson and so on—saying that those dusky knights of the diamond stood their class, and good about the head, good of such excellent testimonials? And they, the excellent testimonials, came from many other excellent sources. It matters not. Old Sol has from old the captain in the armor of old the Capricornius, the fine felles, the fine bunch, in St. Louis, Kansas City, Louisville, Indianapolis and French Louisville, not be distracted by the ranks of the higher will be safe from the baseball "pirate" who is so woefully decimate the ranks of the young hopefuls. But that's what the minor fellows are for the "mimows." They are to be converted into bass. However, that's another question. --- Since we know sentiment is avowedly in opposition to colored players on white teams, the next best thing ought to be done. Of course most people, of those enjoying the game, must have the great games, including colored people. This makes rather hard rowing for colored players who must depend on colored patrons alone to succeed in the great ball. The interest is in the larger games; but it stands to reason that since colored players are not expected in these larger games, they are not likely to be篮减. This seems rather a mean idea, but we are not responsible for the condition. The white folks started it, and they are sticking to it. It means teams should be colored teams, and they should be supported even if it is done with unusual effort. Recently in St. Louis an amateur league was formed among the leading white teams. Colored teams should be naturally more were refused. They were very courteously treated as it goes, having in mind racial relations. The park association people kindly informed the colored players that they would have to organize among themselves. Further north, Indianapolis for instance, some games are played between white and colored teams, and between the teams of the respective races. The condition certainly calls for concerted action on the part of colored managers who can, at least, try the league to do better as they are. These depend on their Sunday business, which comes near supporting the players. This is particularly important to Louis, thus a league would offer little advantage. But at that, some sort of $3.50 RECIPE FREE, FOR WEAK MEN. BEND NAME AND ADDRESS TODAY—YOU CAN HAVE IT FREE AND BE STRONG AND VIGOROUS. I have in my possession a prescription for nervous debility, lack of rigor, weakened muscles, and back, brought on by excesses, unnatural drains, or the follies of youth, that has so many nouns and nervous men right in their own homes—without any additional help or medicine—that I think every man who wishes to regain his power and virility, quickly and quietly, must have a copy. 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This would be in the interest of the game, attracting more attention and more parity among the players. There are a few good baseball towns for colored players. There is no reason why these should not be organized into an association. In the central states the opportunity is appealing. Nashville is the two Kansas City cities inville, Indianapolis, Chicago, Cincinnati, Evansville, Memphis, Nashville and a few others yet are in a radius of a few hundred miles. Why can't managers of teams hire a chip on the shoulder sometimes when manifesting a disposition to unionize. --- As it should be, McCarty has agreed to fight Jack Johnson. Of course this depends on the status quo of the champ on the date set for the fight. The government has said that the juncture, and it may be that his highness will not be ad lib. There would be nothing irregular in McCarty refusing to fight Jack Johnson or any other Negro in the fight. He would be following the ship. He would then be following custom, which was generally followed until the Burns-Johnson fight. I am not speaking to the meanness of the custom; it is an answer to the question of whether McCarty simply the best white hope, without the slightest claim to what he wishes. Jack Johnson should be dislabeled by honorable means. He should be reduced by assault, not by intrigue. Let them fight if they would take Troy. Let them build the modern Greeks. I have never forgiven the Greeicans for that trick, even if they aren't worried about it. McCARTHY CHANGES MIND; WILL FIGHT BIG SMOKE Paris Club Offers White Champ Purse of $30,000—Shies at Langford. PHILADELPHIA. — Luther McCarty, who claims to be the white heavyweight champion, will fight Jack Johnson at the championship, and he will be guaranteed McCarty $30,000, or give him the privilege of 30 per cent. of the gate. The statement was made last week by Paul McCary, who is managing McCarty, when the entire training camp arrived in the city. McCary says he believes that McCarty can lick Johnson without feeling the idea of drawing the color line for two years, as he had announced previously. There isn't a chance for McCarty and Johnson together in the United States," said McCary. "Luther is in the game for money, and I have received an offer from the Paris club for the match. I have answered, saying McCary would fight Johnson provided my man is guaranteed $30,000, or is given the privilege taking a video of him playing, or having answered, saying McCary would fight Johnson provided my man is guaranteed $30,000, or is given the privilege taking a video of him playing, or having answered, saying McCary would fight to $100,000 houses in Paris, and that looks good to us." Hires Two Bands. McCarney brought his champion into town in style. McCarney says he knows he is home, and he immediately proceeded to hire two brass bands and several autoholsters ensembled all of his friends. Then he talked. "McCarty will meet Bombardier Welts for ten, two or three rounds, or first two, two or three rounds, he is prepared to talk fight in New York, but if they want to see McCarty in action Billy Gibson and the outfit may as well be prepared to talk fight in New York, a person who is destined to be just as great as the famous John L. Sullivan, and I am going to see that he gets all that is coming to him in the financial line. This is the real challenge," he says. "I don't propose to let Luther fight Sam Langford right away, and I wouldn't let him fight Johnson again, that Johnson would win after the real championship, and some money with it. Those dark skinned babies are real tough propositions, and I don't propose to let Johnson win after all that Luther has worked so hard for, at least not right away." SPORTING NEWS. Willie Ritchie, now in the limelight, carries for a sparring mate a dummy, made of pigskin, which he inflates when ready for use. He was in this city, Indianapolis, this week. The Memphis Giants have announced themselves as ready for the business of a major football game on Easter day. First come, first served. The Giants are owned by colored people, with their own park. Club capitalized at $8.5 million; manager, J. Calhoun, is owner. Headquarters, 348 Beale avenue, Memphis, Tenn. Militia Stops Bout. OKLAHOMA CITY, Otta.—After District Judge George W. Clark had issued an order to remove a Oklahoma law from interment with a boxing exhibition scheduled to take place here last week between Tommy Dixon of Kansas City and Lee Morrissey of Oklahoma City on Friday, the judge peared at the ringside with a detachment of state militia just before the bout was to begin and enforced an order issued by the state legislature. Some of the members of the state legislature had urged that the bout be permitted that they might determine whether a proposed law for bidding boxing in any form should be enacted. **Referee And One of the Secondes Fight.** **PROVIDENCE, R. I.—Because a recent bout culminated in a fight between two boxers, the judge error Poblier said he had instructed his deputies to put a stop to boxing exhibitions, as they are "a disgrace to civilization." The judge expected揍s pickpockets and gamblers from all sections of New England." Chicago Mayor Favors Boxing Bouts. CHICAGO - Six-round bouts in Chicago Mayor Harrison if the legislature should legalize them, the mayor told friends today. At least three bills permitting boxing already have been drawn up for presentation. The general lines of the Favors in force in New York, have been followed. Jan Beats Slosson. SAN FRANCISCO—Koji Yamada, Japanese player, last week won the deciding game of a four-game series of 18.2 bale line billards with George Slosson, 400 points, made a high run of 143, breaking his record of 183, scored recently in New York. Blame Big Smoke. NASHVILLE—"The prominence given the Negro pugilist, Jack Johnson, and the fighting of Negroes in the prize ring at home are the things that are most responsible for the state's law prize fighting," was the statement of State Senator Horn, who, on behalf of the Memphis delegation, has introduced in the state senate a bill to end boxing in Tennessee and in Mississippi a bill in the house, and is almost sure to become a law. THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTARTED COLORED NEWSPAPER. A. B. J. W. BARRETT FAST BOUT ON CARD BEFORE THE BADGER ATHLETIC CLUB FOR FEBRUARY 20th. Kid Gardner, the Colored Lightweight Champion, vs. Dix Kid, of Indianapolis—Young McCay vs. Jack Brooks—Thunderbolt Gibbs vs. Frank Preston. When Kid Gardner, of New Orleans, and Dix Kid, of this city, step into the ring at the Badger Athletic Club, on THE BOXING CLUB ONE ROUND BESS February 20th, the sports are assured of the best boxing contest ever seen in this city between colored boxers. Kid Gardner, colored lightweight champion, while Kid Isis is known to fight fans, and is one of the best 133-pound men in the state of Indiana. The boys will weigh in at 133 pounds and are allowed to make the amount of interest shown this bout will be witnessed by a record-breaking crowd. The attraction is one of the best that has ever been staged by the club. Kid Gardner is one of the greatest characters THE BOXING CLUB in the ring today. He was born in Galveston, Texas, in 1890, and has been fighting for the last five years, during which time he has fought in nearly every game. He has played in all of the best, men of the day, including Eddie Vaughn, Willie Willie, Fighting Greek, Nc Langford, Congo Kid, Kid Foote and Young Sully. He has had forty-eight fights, out of which he has won six, lost two decisions and had two draws. BADGER ATHLETIC CLUB PULLS OFF BOAT AT CROWN The Badger Athletic Club pulled off a good card on Thursday, February 6, at the Crown Garden, the first bout being between Young Jack Suggs and Knockout Brown, a six-round game in a clever way. Brown took the lead while Jack slipped in a few nice upper-cuts, which shaded the Knockout, but both boys did nicely. Next came the fast bout between Kid Williams of Memphis, along with John Giammons. Humans started off hot and fast, getting the best of Dixon in the first five rounds. But Dixon, seeing that the southern guy was only a big wind pudding, slowed along and played better, and caught home the bacon. Then came a ten-round go between One-Round Bess and the Blue Grass Kid, which should have been one of the best fights that the club has ever put into the public, but as a result, Kid Ishii was up in that was put to him/and didn't show what he really could do. One-Round, who BLUE GRASS KID is a thoroughbred, and does not take any chances and does not believe in frame-ups, started in the first, meaning fight every time the crowd barely put the Kid to rest, the first round. The next fight, which will be February 20, is going to be a hot one from start to finish. The club appreciates the way in which the crowds hone their skills, will spill no pain or money to make the fights in the future just what the fight fans would have them be. The club would like to hear from fighters all over the country. Address J. R. C. 214 Indiana avenue Indianapolis, Ind., especially 113, 133 and 168-pound men. Whites and Blacks Can't Mix in Gotham. NEW YORK.—Sam Langford, Sam McVey and Jack Johnson stand barred from ever meeting any of the white hopes in New York as a result of a ruling of the state boxing commission, which ruled between the white men and Negroes. Under the ruling of the commission such contests are called "mixed." The commission absolved from blame all chickens in court in Brooklyn when it received injuries which resulted in his death. The Swedes on Jim Thorpe. STOCKHOLM—The case of Thore, the American collegian, who was crowned by King Gustav here last summer as the world's greatest athlete, and who has been called the greatest confession to professionalism, continues to cause considerable strid in Swedish athletic circles. Many prominent athletes here declare that the rules of amateurship require a degree to be achieved strictly, and they suggest that new and less stringent rules be instituted. It is declared that many exceptions are made to the salaries lost during training. 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Beckley was acces to the Gladiolus Whist Club on Wednesday evening at her residence in East Twenty-fifth street. Mr. John Fair entertained the Gladiolus Whist Club on last Wednesday at the residence of Mrs. Frank Taylor in California street. Mr. and Mrs. Murphy, of Minneapolis, are spending a few days in the city, the guests of the former's sister, Mrs. William Hawkins, of Minneapolis. Invitations have been issued for the series of dances to be given at Odd Fellows' Hall by the Capital Dancing Class, Mr. Arthur Williams is president. Mrs. A. H. Heardson is still confined to the Capital street and probably be there for three or four weeks more on account of broken shoulder blade. The Assembly Dancing Class will dance the first and third Fridays in each month. The Capital street will give all desiring to be taught new dances from 8:30 to 9:30 p. m. Nathaniel Burden and mother of Terre Haute, Ind., passed down the city daytime school in Indiana. Ind., who photo they were called by the death of Clinton Burden. Mrs. J. T. Taylor was hostess for the Kennedia Whist Club Friday. Prizes were won by Mrs. Belle Waters (first) Mrs. Belle Waters (bobby). The next meeting will be with Mrs. Belle Waters, in Chicago street. The New York Street Club will give an unique entertainment Thursday evening, February 20, in which a nice reward will be given the neatest dressed woman. A course, with Kellebie a fine literary program will be rendered. The Ethical Culture Society will give a grand concert Tuesday evening, February 25, at the Witerspoon Presbyterian Church, for the benefit of the city. A tent of the city will appear. Don't forget the time and place. Miss Maude Hodge of Columbus, Ind., entertained at a four-course dinner on last Sunday. Misses Daisy McDonald, Misses Wiley Stansfield, and Arthur Williams and Harry Farley were the guests from this city. The Columbus guests were Misses Mabelle Lee, Jessie Davis and Minnie Stansfield, and Arthur Williams and Harry Farley were the guests from this city. They had a most enjoyable time. Y. M. C. A. NOTES Rev. R. N. Fulton, pastor of Fourth Presbyterian church of this city, will give an illustrated lecture at the colored men's branch meeting on Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock. His subject will be more detailing the constantity of the men, and will also be portrayed upon canvas, a weary eighty slides. The slides used are among the best collections of their kind in the country. This feature will give one a splendid idea of the people who are the same stage in the Blackman's which is being fought in Europe. It is the people with whom the speaker will deal and not the buildings of the city of Constantinople. "How to Hear" was the subject of an address delivered in a masterly way by Rev. S. T. Batcher last Sunday after the event at the meeting. 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The Crimson team, though holding the lead the greater part of the season, seems to have lost its old accuracy in putting the ball into the basket. The fight for the cellar position is bitter, the Yellows, like the Whites, are showing good form near the close of the season and have changed places with the Blues, the team which was just ahead of them. So far the A. M. E. ZION CHURCH. The very successful revival meetings which have been under the management of the Revs. Banks and Rowan will close time Rev. O. H. Banks will preach his last sermon for the revival. The pastor will speak to all the converts of the July meeting been designed to help, if possible, those who have lately enlisted in the Lord's army, hence as those who have masked their awake themselves of this opportunity to hear these instructions. On Sunday, February 22 at 7:45 p.m. we will culminate of the educational meeting. Already a great many have paid and it is sincerely hoped that all who have subscribed will be prepared to have two very eloquent speakers who will entertain us in a most delightful manner. You should not fail to hear Ransom, Attorney R. L. Brokenburst is master of ceremonies. There will be in connection with this session a gift that element of the church who have not as yet settled their dollar money for the year 1913. The class leaders are asked to assist. Let's boost these two great rabbis and thereby make them truly a success. WANTS TO HEAR WANTS TO HEAR FROM RELATIVES John Bledsoe, Blola Bledsoe, Mandy Bledsoe, Ritare Bledsoe, Jennie Bledsoe, Burrell Bledsoe, Edmond Bledsoe, Jenny Bledsoe, Rita Bledsoe, Cynthia Bledsoe, Susan Bledsoe; Dan Bledsoe, Harriet Bledsoe (father and mother of all); Rosa Bledsoe Flynn will be glad to hear from any of the above named. A. B. CARGIL, Columbia, Mo. AT KENTUCKY'S CAPITAL. The Installation of B. K. Bruce, Company D, Uniform Rank K. of P.—Lawyer L. D. Smith Addressed the State Normal Students—Henry Smith, a Christian Gentleman—Mrs. Blackburn Entertains the First Baptist Club Church. By Hardin Tolbert, at People's Pharmacy. Both Phones 666, Box 233. A large number of people attended the installation of officers by B. K. Bruce, Company D, Uniform Rank, K. of P, at the Odd Fellows Hall, Redman's orchestra furnished the music. General W. W. Refreshments were served by the Court of Calanthe. The committee in charge consisted of Leienanten B. J. Clay, chairman; Major H. C. Fields, Leienanten George Childs, Leienanten Harvey and Sir Knight J. B. Harris, secretary. Rev. Leon Walker, of Louisville, was in the city and preached at the Green Hill Baptist church. Rev. Charles Marshall is up after a few days' illness from la gripe. Lawyer L. D. Smith, the well-known politician and a staunch advocate of the Democratic party, is slated for the post of ministerial work. He is also a leader of the party of which he has been a leader among his people. Lawyer Smith has the strong endorsement of the best white people in the winning political circle of the party. He has been a leader of the party and has been down to defeat with the party and risen when they rose. He has undergone humiliation and abuse at the hands of his people because he has been a leader of the Democratic party, but like Bishop Walters and others, he is about to reach the climax of his long years of struggle. Lawyer Smith addressed the students on the topic of the party's position and the principles for the betterment of our race. He made many demonstrations of where the Negros would be bettered from the power of the government, whom we are judges as a race. He encouraged the girls and boys to make good of their present opportunity for which thousands of others are willing to live in the age of the law requires in eKntucky. He passed a high compliment on Former Acting President and present Dean H. H. Reed for an example in which he had the help this institution. He alluded to the good work of Georgetown and complimented his son, Mr. Otto Steele, who is one of the students in the country as editor of the Student's Bulletin. Lawyer Smith closed his speech in a splendid flow of oratory and deeply impressed his audience that the only hope for success for the race was the masses to be obedied to the government. Mr. Ben Blackburn is very ill at his residence on Normal Heights. Mr. Carter Martin is at the point of death. He is the son of Mrs. Lou Johnson, of Louisville, but doesn't know his mother's address. Mrs. Mary Davis has gone to Chicago. Miss Delma Greenup, a very attractive young lady, has returned from Cincinnati, where she has been visiting her mother. Mrs. C. B. Robinson has been called to Cynthiana, on account of the illness of her uncle, Mr. John Givens. Miss Elizabeth Williams has returned from Versailles, where she was the guest of her sister, Mrs. Ophelia Brown. Mr. Berry Rose, of Pars, is in the city, and will lecture at several of the churches. Mr. Rose has two legs, so he pencils on the linens. He also sells pencils on the street. The people are in sympathy with Mr. Rose and are giving him their support. Mrs. Lillian Taylor, of Cincinnati, was called to the city on account of the death of Mr. L. Robinson. While in this city she is the guest of Mrs. Mary L. Webster. Mr. Charlie Steward, representing the United Press, will lecture at the State Normal school on February 23. Mr. W. T. Balty, a very prominent citizen, is very ill. The Frankfort News is cut short on account of some very important matters that are to appear in a future issue. A number of prominent Pythians were in the city on important business. Hardin Tolbert spent a few days in Shelbyville, on business for The Freeman. An annual report of the various lodges will be made to the Pythian Monitor at Cincinnati, by the writer. Miss Queen Pitman and Mr. Leon Anderson were united in the bonds of matrimony at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. George Moore, on Washington street. Rev. William H. Gordon performed the ceremony. Therocodylus was the deceded, only the immediate friends of the bride groom and the families were present. A lovely supper consisting of THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. chicken salad, baked tomatoes, lettuce salad, banque depeas, corn, Irish potatoes, asparagus on toast, sphagetti, ice cream and cake, was served. The couple were the recipients of many beautiful presents. We wish them a bright and prosperous LEXINGTON, KY. Breezy Gossip from the Blue Grass Country. (By Hardin Tolbert, at People's Pharmacy, 118 N. Broadway.) Prof. Wm. Fouse, the newly elected supervisor of colored schools and principal of Russell high school, to succeed Prof. G. P. Russell, now president of the State University, to become the new field of labor, Monday morning. He is one of the best educators in the state and the patrons of the schools of Lexington and Russell high school in particular are to be congratulated upon his selection. Mrs. Ella Lee, as acting principal has faithfully, conscientiously and capably served in this capacity to both pupils and teachers. Prof. Wm. Fouse, pressing appreciation for her splendid service was sent to the daily press. Some apprehension is had that the office of city physician, no whelld by Dr. N. J. Ridley, will be abolished by the new city commissioners, it having been represented by the city legislature, generally preferred the services of the white city physicians. This is believed to merely be a pretext to discontinue Dr. Ridley as city physician, as the people of this city are very loyal to the doctors of the city, and are therefore esteem of the community and has served one year along with four white physicians with credit to himself and the city. The commissioners have been petitioned by the Blue Grass Medical Society to abolish Dr. Ridley, who has the distinction of being the only Negro in the service of the city. "Senator" R. F. Bell, proprietor and manager of the Gem theater, has been notified to vacate the premises occupied by him on West Main street. The place Gem occupied the building an effort was made to put a saloon in, but was signed against by all the business men in the block and they all happen to be white. The place Gem occupied the building an effort was made to have a saloon in preference to a decent, orderly Negro theater. Funny, eh? "Senator" Bell is experiencing great difficulty in the downtown district. He was unfairly given two days' notice but is taking the thirty days' protection of the law and it is hoped that he will be able to secure a place in this time. . . We are awaiting patiently the next move to be made in the matter of the two days' protection of the law and the last election. In the meantime entering real estate dealers are busy, and at the appointed time we expect to hear the cry "Eureka," go up from a thousand feet to the street where the residents a square deal, and no doubt some surprises will be sprung on the wise ones. Mr. George Washington, the enterprising merchant tailor and haberdasher, has purchased a handsome delivery wagon and horse. Mr. Washington's well-appointed shop is an evidence of his thrift and business acumen. The revival services at Pleasant Green Bank are provided by Rev. U. S. Smith, of Paducah, have been very successful. Over sixty additions have been made, and great religious enthusiasm has been aroused. Mrs. O. S. Wright, of Columbus, O., has been visiting her parents here. Mrs. Wright, formerly Miss Iona Smith, was a teacher in the city schools and is a lady of unusual ability and attainments. She is among her multitude of friends. The Metoka-Galeda class of the First Baptist church is preparing to give the first class of Sunday school to the early spring. Some of the best local talent in the city will assist in the entertainment and it, without doubt, will be a success. Mr. Charley T. Mackey, recently of Chicago, has established a tailoring business and is doing nicely. Miss Lizzie Smith has been appointed secretary of the Colored Orphans' Home, to fill the vacancy made by the death of Mrs. C. V. Robinson. Dr. T. M. Lewis, of Chicago, a graduate in chirropody, has extended his practice to Paris, Richmond and other adjoining towns, and is having deserved success. George Wilson, the sixteen-year-old schoolboy, has led Marigold Allen, thirteen years old, while playing with a revolver, was sentenced to five years in the reform school. The court maintained that while the shooting was accidental, the infliction of the punishment would have been less practice of boys carrying and playing with deadly weapons. The Brown Sisters, one of the most versatile teams in vaudeville, and John P. Jackson, the clever monologist, are the attractions at the Gem theater this week and are drawing capacity houses. The Aeolian Club, which is composed of many of the best known young men of the city, was recently organized and added to become one of the most popular social organizations of the Blue Grass state. --- Mr. Wayman Hill, the well-known newspaper correspondent and sporting authority, is going to be the official checker for the NHL's best known light harness periodical in the South. Mr. Hill is the first colored man to fill such a responsible position. The home of the Rev. Abel N. Hewitt and wife has been blessed with a new leather jacket, which weighed eight pounds. They are happy over their new comer to the family. CAIRO. ILL. Gate City lodge, No. 21, K. of P., held its installation and banquet Monday evening, January 27, at U. B. F. hall, corner W. Green, in front of the program was rendered. The music was furnished by Ward's celebrated orchestra. In behalf of Gate City lodge, Brothers J. W. Green, in front of presented Major W. Plummer and Cain C. Pre, each with a handsome goldplated P. G. C.'s jewel for their excellent services rendered the lodge. An excellent luncheon was held on Friday, the terer Charles Tapp. All present voted the occasion a grand success. The following officers were installed by Deputy Grand Chancellor, C. H. C. Reed, C.; B. G. Pre; C. A. Bowler, M. W.; W. A. Plummer, K. R. S.; D. J. Gude, M.; H. C. A. L. Hudson, M. A.; H. C. Tapp, W. L. Hudson, M. A.; H. C. Blink was elected to represent the lodge at the grand session, to be held at Decatur next July. The following composed the com- WICKLIFFE. KY. One of the most highly cultured entertainments was given at the Baptist church last week. The church was nice and merit was rendered, as follows: Anthem, by the choir; prayer, by Rev. I. N. Smith; solo, by Mrs. Louise Caldwell; welcome of welcome, by Mrs. Thomas, of Climax, Ky. coasts, by Mrs. N. Smith; I. N. Smith, Mrs. Lucy Nash, Mrs. L. Caldwell, Mrs. Ocle Johnson, of Blandon, Ky. coasts, by Mrs. N. Smith; Prof. S. Reeves. Mr. John Nash was toastmaster. Master James McLay was in Cairo last week on business. Miss Lexington has been on the list for a ninth place, seems to be improving nicely. Miss Ocle Nunn has been sick for a couple of weeks. Miss Martha Ackley died last Thursday, and death was a shock to all. His parents wish to thank their many friends for the kindness of them. Mr. Troy the boy's mother's illness. Mr. who is the only colored plumber in the county, owns and operates his own business....The Tax Club reorganized last year and Mr. Bud Sullivan has been elected president of the Tax Club....Mr. Gilbert E. Caldwell has opened up a swell cafe on the corner of Sixth street and College Street in Messrs. Brown and Freeman have opened a fine hotel at $25 New Orleans avenue....Mr. John Nash has accepta a position with Hill, Wholesale grocers, of Chicago, Ill. LADIES ONLY—Send us 10 cents in silk and receive a variable article. SPENCER SUPPLY CO., Box 138, Evansville, Ind. 18¢ NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT. Notice is hereby given that the undersigned has duly qualified as administrator of estate of Rose Heston, late of Marion and of Rose Heston, late of Marion. Late estate is supposed to be solvent. No. 11656----Feb.1. LOST RELATIVE. I would like to know the whereabouts of my brother, M. F. Murdock. The last I heard of him, he was discharged from company M. 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