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Persons with spare time can make good money representing The Freeman. Write for terms today THE FREEMAN A NATIONAL ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER IN MEMORY OF COUNSELOR J. F. BUNDY Bethel Literary and Historical Association Pays Tribute to the Life and Work of One of Nature's Noblemen DR. B. T. WASHINGTON AT HOWARD UNIVERSITY School Question Still the Paramount Issue—Superintendent Thurston to Publish Startling Manifesto at an Early Date—A Report and Recommendation that will Reach the Marrow of the Situation—The Bee Joins in Crusade Against Bruce—To Fight the Clark “Jim Crow” Street Car Bill. The Freeman is the peer of Negro Journals, circulating in every State and Territory in the United States, an accomplishment which can not be claimed by any other Negro publication. Send us your subscription at once. VOL. XXVIII. NUMBER 6 IN MEMORY OF COU Bethel Literary and Historic to the Life and Work of C DR. B. T. WASHINGTON School Question Still the Paramount Issue Startling Manifesto at an Early Day will Reach the Marrow of the Situ Bruce—To Fight the Clark "Jim Cr By R. W. Thompson. Bureau of The Freeman, 1506) S. Street, N. W., Washington, D. C. WASHINGTON, D. C., February 3. The prompt and timely tribute to the memory of the late Counsellor James F. Bundy by the Bethel Literary and Historical Association was highly creditable to the sense of preciation felt by that standard institution, and echoed the plaudits of the entire community, which had been in spired and ennobled by his splendid life and work. For twenty-five years Mr. Bundy has served with fidelity and distinction as secretary and treasurer of the Law Department of Howard University, and was beloved by every student with whom he was brought into contact throughout that long period. Since 1896, after a capable service as a clerk in the city postoffice of Washington, and up to the day of his death, Mr. Bundy had been a skilled practitioner of the law, and had made a point of dedicating his life to stabilizing in real estate and helping thirty members of the race to get homes for themselves. He was a native of Rappahannock county, Virginia, and was born in September, 1863. He came to this city with his parents when but five years of age. Graduating from the public schools, he pursued his studies further at Howard University, passing through the Academy, the College of Arts and Sciences and the School of Law. He was admitted to the bar of the district in 1887, and began his legal labors at once in connection with his office work. Tiring of the routine of departmental duties, he field, in his chosen profession, he resigned in 1896 and gave his entire time to the law and public affairs. In 1890 he was called to the post of secretary-treasurer of the Howard Law School and his untimely demise found James F. Bundy him there, giving the best of his high-grade talents and moral strength for the uplift of the young men entrusted largely to his care and guidance From 1901 to 1907 Mr. Bundy was an influential and painstaking member of the Board of Education, serving on its most important committees and strove diligently for the permanent betterment of both the physical and scholastic features of the district's schools. He is said to have been the author of the compulsory education law, which now exerts such a helpful influence upon the youth of both races in the nation's capital. Since he was eleven years of age to the end Mr. Bundy was a consistent Christian, uniting with the Second Baptist church, where he served Sunday school teacher, clerk and trustee, giving ungrudgingly of his time and means to all the activities of the churches and charities. An observant man of business and fortune in his investments, Mr. Bundy accumulated quite a comfortable share of this world's goods, but always helped others as he helped himself. In 1884 he married Miss Dellah Freeman and is survived by her and two daughters, Della, a teacher in the Washington public schools, and Zenobia, a pupil. A host of friends and ardent admirers mourn the loss of this great and good man. The Bundy Memorial at Bethel Literary. The public is ever too ready and --- eager to pay just tribute to a man who has rendered faithful service, but some one must take the initiative. This fell to the lot of Prof. William H. Richards, librarian and instructor in international law of the Howard Law School, and who was intimately associated with the deceased for many years in the work of the school and in the practice of the law. He saw the wisdom of holding a memorial meeting early, while the facts were fresh in the minds of the people most directly concerned. In Miss Marie A. D. Madre, the energetic, public-spirited and broad-gauged president of Bethel Literary, Prof. Richards, counselor of the organization, found a ready, willing and effective assistant. The memorial became a fact and is now a part of the ineffaceable history of the District of Columbia and the nation at large. The program was a model of propriety and good taste. The speakers were men who knew the subject of their catalogues and they were in a position to speak with authority of his virtues from evidence obtained at first hand. Miss Madre presided and after a fitting tribute to the deceased, introduced the speakers in turn, adding materially to her already fine reputation as a graceful orator. Side Lights on Mr. Bundy's Life and Work. Dr. Winfield Scott Montgomery, who knew Mr. Bundy's worth as a member of the Board of Education and as a patron of education and religion, spoke of "James F. Bundy, the Man," praising him for his unfalling optimism and confidence in the ultimate solution of the problems that vex us as a people. Mr. Thomas H. Walker, the well-known business man, a life-long companion, recited an interesting chronicle of the experiences of "Mr. Bundy in the Arena of Business," and indulged in a round of delightful real incences that showed up many bright spots. In the daily routine of common law and law that seems like a "word" to the uninitiated, Mr. Walker brought out the fact that an honest man can acquire a fortune through strictly square dealing and have a heart that beats warmly, even while the cold formalities of his calling are being carried on. Mr. Thomas A. Johnson, a graduate of the Law Department of Howard University, talked of "Mr. Bundy as I Knew Him in the School," and gave a vivid picture of the man of humor and business happily intermingled; a legal genius who did not feel compelled to assume the mysterious in order to impress, who was always whole-souled and natural; a lover of mankind and in turn being loved; his service was unostentatious, accomplishing great things without the aid of heredity; and the man, Mr. Johnson saw Mr. Bundy through vari-colored glasses, but all gave out the "glow of honest friendship that ran through his life like the theme of some great symphony, ever and anon recurring, distinctly, yet with varied setting." Dr. William V. Tunnell, of Howard University, naturally dwell upon "James F. Bundy and the University," and described in orate and sincere language the yeoman service rendered by the deceased for "dear old Howard" and drew upon history for examples that were comparable with the record of Mr. Bundy in his labors for humanity and in his gentle, but virile career as a leader, teacher, father, husband, friend and co-worker. The address was a classy special preservation pamphlet form—a model of the good one can do who lives up to the ideals of Golden Rule. The speeches were all to the point and left nothing to be desired in completeness or in the quality of the appreciation they voiced for character, genuine worth and devoted service. The biographical sketch by Proof W. H. Richards rounds out several memorial states that moved the few meetings of this kind have done within the memory of the oldest inhabitant. Resolutions and Other Features. Resolutions and Other Resolutions were read from the Seni- lor Law Class and Howard University Faculty by Mr. Jesse D. Locker, of Cincinnati, Ohio. Resolutions were also presented from the Mu-So-Lit Club, the committee being beheaded by Prof. Kelly Miller. Musical selections contributed by Miss Julia R. INDIANAPOLIS, IND., SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 1915 "AS IT REALLY LOOKS" PAPA AINT A WOLF A MEAN THING YOU AND MAMMA CAN'T KEEP HIM AWAY FROM OUR DOOR? WOLF R.C.Buckner 15 Bush, Miss Charlotte M. Wallace and Miss Mary J. Europe, accompanied by Prof. William Braxton on the great organ. Mr. Wellington A. Adams rendered his original composition, "In the City of Jasper Walls." It will be recalled that Mr. Bundy's funeral services were held in Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel on the Howard University campus, an unusual but fitting mark of distinction for one whose best manhood had been spent for the upbuilding of the militant army of the school and the race. In honoring Counsellor Bundy, Bethel Literary and Historical Association honored Itself. Miss Madre, Prof. Richards and the entire official staff are entitled to the highest meed of praise for their tireless labors in connection with this admirable movement. The School Question Still the Paramount Issue. The school question is still the paramount issue before the colored people of Washington. The insistence upon a "square deal" is universal and the demand for an administration that will enforce the law alike for all will not down. The masses have lost faith in the ability or disposition of the present assistant superintendent to administer the law without favoritism. The teachers know not what a day may bring forth and do not feel secure about anything, no matter what their merits may be. Appointments, transfers, special details and promotions seem to be governed by every other consideration than fair play, and teachers and patrons alike are doubtful as to the rating they are to receive, and as this has much to do with their future, parents are much easier dover the situation than grown out of the kindergarten scandal and other cases of official important document is being awaited edness. The record is being kept by interested patrons of the schools and its pages contain some inglorious chanters. The situation has long since passed the "rumor" stage. Specific and clean-cut charges are now pending before the superintendent and the Board of Education, and others are said to be on the way ready for filing at any moment. A decision, with a series of recommendations covering the entire controversy, is said to have been formulated by Superintendent Thurston and the Board of Education of this document its being awaited with an eagerness never before so pronounced among colored Washingtonians. Speculation is rife as to what Superintendent Thurston will offer as his solution of the vital problems bound up in the school question, but as he is regarded as a man of courage and a thorough-going educational expert, it is expected that he will take the course that will be productive of the best results. He knows public sentiment and those close to the throne intimate ties to the response its mandates and respond some radical changes. The talk is that a number of demotions, transfers and reprimands are in store for some high officials, with corre- sponding promotions for others deemed worthy of the honors deeper worry by the loud sigh. It is a noticeable fact that the forces that used to fight for Assistant Superintendent Bruce, because they believed him to be a man unbused man, are hardly opposed to him now, and are now new champions to his side. To the surprise of many, he is said to have openly broken with the editor of the Washington Bee, who in the recent past has been regarded by some as a member of the "kitchen cabinet" of the schools and a potent factor in helping the assistant superintendent to "make up his mind" relative to certain appointments, etc. A report is current that Mr. Bruce even went so far as to intimate that the gentleman's "room was better than his company" and suggested that he no longer visit the offices of the schools on any mission whatsoever. The story is vonced for by a prominent school teacher and is not denied by the editor of The Bee. It is street talk in the haunts of those who keep in touch with school matters, and I give it for what it may be worth. The situation is still tense and will remain so until a break of some kind happens. Everybody is keeping his ear close to the ground, listening for the crash. To Fight the Clark "Jim-Crow Street Car-BILL" A few days ago the committee on the District of Columbia reported favorably the bill offered by Representative Clark, of Florida, providing for segregation of white and colored passengers on street cars of the district—comonly known as the "jim-crow car bill." The colored citizens are organizing to fight the measure and another battle resembling that against the African exclusion clause of the immigration bill may be looked for. The Colored Lawyers League has taken steps to call a public meeting to steer against the passage of the Clark bill. The bill is regarded as an unnecessary slap at the colored people here. There is no friction between the races on the traction lines and no considerable portion of the people of this city are asking for the enactment of any such law. It is understood that both the street railway companies will oppose the measure, as it will involve them in needless expense, operating difficulties and other troubles likely to injure their business. Members of Congress are of the opinion that the will face a rolloff of the House, and if it should get through by the "skin of its teeth" it will die in the Senate. There is not the slightest chance of its becoming a law. But the leaders of the race are not disposed to take anything for granted, and will fight the measure to the last ditch. COLORED MAN INVENTOR. N. Y. (Special.) colored man, has signal and safe Representative York City have called the Na- NEW YORK CITY. —Solomon Harper a invented an automatic device for trains. colored men of New organized a company tional Grand Control Signal Company, which will take charge and promote the sales. John E. Nail is the president. PHILADELPHIA, PA., PUBLISHERS BLACK LIST ADVERTISERS. The Philadelphia (Pa.) Courtant has a published "black list" of advertisements which they refuse. The list includes liquors, cure-all medicines, cosmetics, which sales and all advertisements which hold the race up to ridicule. COLORED INSURANCE COMPANY MAKES SHOWING. HOUSTON, TEX. (Special.)—The Standard American Mutual Fire Insurance Company, of Houston, Texas made a very creditable showing for its first six months of operation. Dr. M. W. Dogan is president. BUSINESS MEN HOLD SERVICE NEWPORT* NEWS, VA., (Special.) —At the First Baptist church, Newport News, Virainia, a special business men's service was held last Sunday. "Negro business: how to build it up and how to tear it down" was the subject selected by Rev. C. D. Henderson, the pastor. CLOSE SUCCESSFUL YEAR. MOUND BAYOU, MISS. (Special.) —The Farmers' Cooperative Mercantile Company, of Mound Bayou, Mississippi, has just closed the most successful year in its history. The books showed a total business for the year of $22,210.51. COLORED CHURCH REMEMBERED LITTLE ROCK, ARK, (Special.)- The late Mrs. Ellen Bransford, of Little Rock, Arkansas, better known as "Aunt Ellen" left $6,000 to the negro Lutheran church of that city She had been working as a domes sic since the Civil War and invest ed wisely in real estate. COLORED RAILWAY EMPLOYES ORGANIZE. NASHVILLE, TENN., (Special.)—The Railway Employees Protective Association was organized in Nashville, Tennessee, recently. This is an organization of colored men from all sections of the country. ANDERSON, S. C. Mrs. Mary Johnson died at her home on East Hampton street, January 26, after a long spell of sickness. . . Mr. E. Snipes and Miss Clara Williams were quietly married at the bride's home Wednesday night, by the Rev. H. M. Moore, D. O. The Young Men's Improvement Club to attend. to attend. Clarence McAdams is another reader of the Freeman. is another reader of the Freeman. Why not? Frank Hicks, the agent, will deliver it to your door. Only 5 cents a copy. PRICE FIVE CENTS. SINGLE COPY—SIX MONTHS, 85C; one YEAR, $1.50. NEWS OF THE NATION'S METROPOLIS Dr. Booker T. Washington Scheduled to Deliver an Address in this City Monday Evening, February 8 SOME FACTS ABOUT HAITI, THE BLACK REPUBLIC Freeman Representative Calls on Haitian Consult and Obtains Information First Handed Relative to Conditions—Rush Memorial A. M. E. Zion Church Making Progress—Church Under the Pastorate of Rev. Dr. A. A. Crooke Fast Coming to the Front of Zion Churches—Revival Meetings—Pickups. Allen's National News Bureau. 252 West 53rd Street. in the hearts of the people of the city. When it was learned that Dr. Wash- NEW YORK CITY, Feb. 3, 1915.—Last week your correspondent called on Hon. Geo. Reginir, the Haitian consul, at his office, 32 Broadway, located in the heart of the busy downtown section. Your correspondent has heard much of Haiti and conditions pertaining to the black republic information which has been for the most part uncomplimentary to Haiti and its people. The newspaper reports of conditions of the black republic are generally distorted and our correspondent with a view of getting information about Haiti called on the Haitian Consul for an interview. Your correspondent found the consul in his private office, and was cordial by him. He is an enthusiastic and highly educated gentleman, showing that the country would win over was eager to talk about the country he is representing. He has only been in this country about two months and has not as yet a ready command of the English language. With what little knowledge your correspondent has required of the French language we finally made ourselves understood and immediately began to inquire into conditions affecting the country. In speaking of Haiti the consul said that the republic was often misrepresented, and that he feared justice was not being to his people. He called attention to the wonderful resources of the country, and how in the main that the people of his country were striving to take the best advantage of them. He said very little change is being undergone in the life of the people, but he felt that such a permanent basis that entirely result in complete adjustment. Speaking of the population he said there were 2,500,000 people, and that the present budget was $10,018,101,072. He said the principle resources of the country were coffee, sugar, cocoa and cotton, from which the country derives much of its revenue. He called attention to the industrial change that is being undergone, by calling attention to the new railroad which has been built. The line extends from Port Au Prince to St. Marks, a distance of 120 miles. "The people of my country have a fine educational system and the French language is the language that prevails. As a whole the people of Haiti are well educated. There are a large number of splendidly educated young men who are eager to come to the rescue of the country in the time of the greatest need. The revolutions of 1884 and 1889 are greatly enacted through the country and the real facts in the case are never mentioned." In speaking of the standing army he said that the country had an excellent standing army, which numbered about 35,000 in the time of peace, and 50,000 in the time of war. Your correspondent was glad to get these facts relative to the black republic and feel that they throw an interesting light on conditions in Haiti. While talking to the consul several young men from Haiti seeking advices, etc., called at the Haitian Consul office and the thought came to your correspondent that after all very little difference obtained in races similarly situated. Haiti is a great country and members of the race should point to it with great pride. Metropolis Ready for Dr. Washington. This big city is watching with keen interest the coming of Dr. Booker T. Washington, who is scheduled to speak in this city next Monday evening, February 8, at Carnegie Hall. The meeting is to be held in the interest of Hampton Institute, which occurs each year and which is one of the most notable mid-winter events of this city. The speakings are held primarily to call attention to the work that Hampton Institute is doing for the education of the Negro and the Indian and together with the singing of the jubilee songs and other practical evidences of the educational system of the school by students, the meeting is addressed by prominent men and women of both races who have watched with interest the result of Hampton's educational system. Dr. Washington has spoken for Hampton at many of their meetings here, and the educator has not spoken at the New York meetings for several years. His coming there is being watched with great interest on the part of the populace and when he rises to speak next Monday evening he will receive an ovation that will tell unmistakably the place he has The Freeman As an advertising dium is unequaled any Negro Newspaper, going into the homes of a class of thrifty, money-spending Afro-Americans not reached by any other Journal. Mr. Advertiser, take the hint and try us. CE FIVE CENTS. MONTHS, 85c; ONE YEAR, $1.50. ATION'S METROPOLIS Scheduled to Deliver an Ad- day Evening, February 8 TI, THE BLACK REPUBLIC On Consul and Obtains Information First In Memorial A. M. E. Zion Church Making State of Rev. Dr. A. A. Crooke Fast Com- servial Meetings—Pickups. in the hearts of the people of the city. When it was learned that Dr. Washington was coming to this city the stock in the Hampton meeting went up, and your correspondent can say with truthfulness that the sale of the tickets this year will increase to a larger dimension. The appearance of Dr. Washington at the Hampton meetings furnishes much inspiration to the colored men and hold out a possibility that such a model lends to mere words. The educator has an excellent opportunity to drive some practical lesson home, because of the fine and large class of people who attend these meetings. The speaking of Dr. Washington at the Hampton meetings furnish something of tragic interest because it will be remembered that it was Hampton that Booker Washington found his, toc, when a young man seeking education. The story he tells of how he passed his first examination for entrance at Hampton by sweeping a room so that it would bear inspection is known the country over. Since leaving Hampton Dr. Washington has had a steady rise and success in the job of the technical most distinguished alumnus. Besides Mr. Washington addresses will be made by Principal H. S. Frissell and major R. M. Motone. The meeting promises to be one of the most notable of the many Hampton meetings that have been held in this city. Rush Memorial Zion Church Making Progress. Your correspondent attended the services of the Rush Memorial A. M. E. Zion church in West 138th street, of which the Rev. Dr. A. A. Crooke is pastor, several Sundays ago, and was pleased to note the progress this church is making. The church has undergone an almost complete change since the pastorate of Dr. Crooke and Dr. A. A. Crooke the services at the church compare well with any church of any race in this city. It is one of the most beautiful of the Zion edifices and was erected under the pastorate of Rev. J. H. McMullin. The church is valued at $65,000, over half of which has been paid under the pastorate of Dr. Crooke. Since coming to the church Dr. Crooke immediately began to institute reforms which have made for the larger efficiency of the church. He has instituted the Wesleyan form of service, which is very impressive. The church is well organized, having a strong and active staff that is most active of these auxiliaries in the Progressive Lyeceum, which is doing much for the uplift of the young people. In order to attract the young people to the church Dr. Crooke has organized basket ball teams, both for the young men and women. The membership of the church is 400 and located, as it is in the Harlem section of the city where live upwards of fifty thousand members of our race the church is welding much good and is serving as a fine outpost for the Zion body. Dr. Crooke is one of the most experienced and older pastors of the Zion church and has a splendid background for his work. 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Thompson. Keep well. Better than "jes toler- ble." * * * * * Luciene H. White, of the New York Age, is "some poet." * * * * * Have that work done, and give some unemployed man a job. That is the way to make times good. * * * * * There is an impression that the "grandfather clause" is a popular theme at the White House. * * * * * No enemy was ever made into a friend by a "sop" that should have been thrown to your own henchmen. Luckily, most of the black people in our midst are natural-born Americans and not subject to freak immigration laws. * * * * * One Mrs. Havelock Ellis says we should have "trial marriages" as a solution of the matrimonial difficulties of today. What are most of the marriages that are pulled off now? A writer's pen is his stock in trade. To ask him to write up an affair of particular interest to you, without compensation, is just as impertinent as to expect the groceryman to hand you a loaf of bread for nothing. Col. Giles B. Jackson must get a move on himself if he expects to have an exposition worth while at Richmond by the Fourth of July. It may be "a long way to Tipperary," but the good old summer time is comparatively a short distance away. The public acts of a public man are subject to review by every newspaper writer who sees fit to lay his opinions in a decent fashion before the world. A man who is too thin-skinned to stand up under criticism or comment has no business in public life. "Play the game and don't squel." The General Education Board has dispensed $117,362,710 for the cause of education in the United States since its organization twelve years ago. A goodly portion of its funds have been used in education of the hero, and schools like Tuskegee and Hampton and others have been generously remembered. * * * Somebody has found out that 90 percent of the students of the University of Pennsylvania are either atheists or agnostics. What is the use of worrying about the understandable or taking any definite ground against divine matters that appear not to square with science as we see science. Is there any atheist or agnostic so wedded to his disbelief that he will ill eat to yellow butter because he cannot understand why God should give the white milk from which the yellow butter is obtained? Raus mit 'em! *** The would-be humorist of a Washington sheet (via Columbus, Ohio), thinks it awfully funny to refer to THE FREEMEN as "The Indianapolis Barber Shop Gazette, unmindful of the fact that that he was in the barber business until he failed at that and at everything else he turned his hand to, including office-holding, and organizing branch Business Leagues. This same soldier of fortune has been threatening to sue folks with long histories who ventured to the barber might return to the business rather than be a public charge. Bluffs do not work with newspaper men who are "on" *** The growing importance of the A. M. E. Zion church in the religious affairs of the country has been due to its shrewdness in encouraging and elevating its true and tried men—men who give evidence of sterling Christianity and a capacity for leadership. The wisdom of the past will be duplicated next year in Louisville when Rev. J. S. Jackson, the church's expert financier, will be advanced to the Bishopic. Dr. Jackson is in his second term as financial secretary and has depression that has existed for a long time in many lines of business. One ballot will decide the result as far as Dr. Jackson is concerned. It will be "Bishop Jackson" as soon as the general conference can settle down to the election, and Zion will be honored no less than he when this action shall have been made a part of history. April 4th will be "Easter Sunday." This will mark the 19th annual Easter Rally for the Foreign Mission Board of the National Baptist Convention. Rev. L. G. Jordan, corresponding secretary, with headquarters at 624 S. 18th street, Philadelphia, wishes an order for programs for this occasion from every Sunday school in the Baptist faith in the land. Last year, he says, he sent programs to 12,000 Sunday schools, and this year he hopes to extend the list to not less than 15,000. Superintendents may get these programs free by dropping a line to Dr. Jordan at headquarters. All the Board asks is a donation to foreign missions, taken up at the close of the day's exercises. Superintendents should give their name, the name of the Sunday school and the number of pupils when writing for programs. Everybody should help Dr. Jordan and the broad missionary movement he represents. Rev. James W. Poe, one of the race's ablest writers and a business manager of great resourcefulness, has just rounded out his second year as editor of The Reformer, published at Richmond, Va., as the official organ of the United Order of True Reformers. Dr. Poe has built the paper up from the ground and has developed it into one of the very best fraternal journals in the country, interesting not only to members of the order but to the general reader who wishes to know of the progress our people are making along organization lines. Dr. Poe had excellent training on the Washington Evening Star and as a general correspondent for the Star of Zion and other papers of class, and the True Reformers are indeed fortunate in being able to command the services of a spokesman at once so experienced and so ardently devoted to the work in hand. ```markdown ``` The Norfolk Journal and Guide estimates that the negroes of Norfolk spend annually $7,500,000 for foodstuff, and of this amount only $5,000,000 is sold by colored grocerymen; or just two-thirds of one per cent. The hint is thrown out that the women of the race are largely to blame, as it is claimed they have the privilege of doing the bulk of the marketing and select the places where the money of the men is to be spent. Look into this THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. somebody, and see how the situation can be remedied. If the black man is asked to feed himself by raising farm products, may he not also handle these products in a way to keep a goodly share of the profits within the race? * * * The spirit of the times, as interpreted by many of the strong men in Methodism, is for an organic union of all the branches of the church of Wesley. It is only a question of time when the M. E. church and the M. E. church South, torn by the questions growing out of slavery, will coalesce. This will crowd out the colored wing of the northern division of white Methodism. Where will these people go? Why should not the four great branches of negro Methodism—the A. M. E. the A. M. E. Zion, the M. C. and the remnant of the "Middle for Christ" banner and fight the good fight as one organization. Methodism solidarity would be a big thing, from both a Christian and a business point of view. Mme. E. Azalie Hackley is not only a charming singer and an engaging speaker but she is showing that she can handle a pen with equal facility, as her splendid voice by her highly instructive and entertaining series of articles in the New York Age entitled "Hints to Young Colored Artists". Mme. Hackley adds to her rectas of incidents and summary of advice many humorous observations called from her wide experience in all sections of this country and abroad. It is understood that the fair diva is to combine these articles in a book later on, that they may be preserved in permanent form. Such a volume should be found in the library of every family where there are young people, for it contains information and counsel valuable to all who must have dealings with the public as a teacher, artist or tourist. Mme. Hackley is a "race woman" to the core and has won the confidence of our people because she is unselfish and sincere. Can science determine the difference between the blood of a white person and that of a so-called negro? This is the problem with which Detroit society is wrestling just now, with the chances in favor of a decision in the negative. The color is not in the blood, it is argued, but in the pigment just beneath the skin. A white man has married a woman, who, up to a few days ago, was thought to be a pure white woman. The husband discovered evidence that, to his mind indicated that the wife is the child of colored parents, although the woman is described as being "a perfect blonde with beautiful gray eyes." She claims to be a foundling, with white parents, reared by the colored people now alleged to be her father and mother. The woman is exhausting every resource known to science to establish her Caucasian origin. The case is one of the most puzzling problems of modern times and the outcome will be watched with the deepest interest by whites and blacks alike. The query how many near whites are now "passing" as the real thing in white society, is causing quite a stir in more than one quarter and much uneasiness is resulting thereby. By call of Dr. Booker T. Washington, March 21st to 27th, has been set apart as "National Health Week," when great meetings are to be held at Tuskegee Institute and other places to urge our people to "clean up" in the interest of good health. The movement is a timely one. Dr. Washington strikes the keynote of the enterprise when he calls attention to the startling fact that in the South alone there are 450,000 colored people seriously ill all the time, costing the enormous sum of $75,000,000 of their 112,000 colored workers lost wages through illness that takes from the race's earnings capacity $45,000,000; 225,000 negroes of the working class die annually, 100,000 of whom might live if they took good care of themselves. Dr. Washington figures it out that sickness and death cost the colored people of the South $100,000,000. If these people would obey the laws of health, reduce disease to a minimum by sanitation, ventilation and take proper precautions against the spread of germs, $50,000,000 of this total might be said. This is a serious question as Washington emphasizes that our people should enter into the spirit of this National Health Movement with a determination to open the eyes of those who have been carless in the past. Good health is a race asset, and no stone should be left unturned to promote it. Ministers, teachers, doctors, lawyers and everybody should have a hand in this work. JONESBOBO. ARK. Sunday Was a High Day With Go-to Church Folks. Rev. R. Boone, pastor of St. Paul A. M. e. church, preached an excellent sermon at 11 o'clock a.m. At 3 p. m. we visited St. Paul Baptist church, found the pastor, Rev. McSpringer and his good people engaged in a joyous and uplifted service. Rev. W. M. Sykey, one of their young ministers, preached a spiritual and instructive sermon. At 6 p. m. we were at home in the Allen Endeavor League in A. M. C. church, with good attendance. Rev. R. Boone was called to Little Rock on business. Mrs. Lula May Washington and Mr. Jonas Marshall were married Monday evening at the residence of her aunts Mrs. Dr. E. L. Ezell. Rev. R. Boone officiated. Call for the Freeman at Mr. P. J. Johnson's barber shop, 212 Church street MOUND CITY, ILL. The proceedings of the last term of the Circuit Court which closed here recently were watched with much concern on the part of the colored citizens of this county because of the fact that Capt. G. V. Lane, chairman of the county board was charged with malfeasance in office. When the case was called Charles L. Rice, attorney for the defendant, detected an error on the part of the prosecution and as "Charley" is an expert on technicalities, called the judge's attention to the fact, had the jury to step aside, cited the law and handed it to the judge, who reverenced his conscience as his king. After many moments of careful study, while silence was supreme in the court room, the judge arose and dismissed the case. The judge outgrew the long prejudice. Another member of the board had been indicted with "Capt." jointly but the state's attorney for some reason dropped the charges against the white gentleman and undertook to stick the colored gentleman and failed. There are several more counts pending against Mr. Lane, yet public sentiment is with him and he will doubtless be acquitted, as the other member has been exonerated. For a negro lawyer to know the law is worth while. The following gentlemen were installed as officers of Dexter Lodge of G. U. O. O. at last meeting: John Nowlen, N. G.; George Heyes, W. T.; James Campbell, P. S.; Clodius Webb, P. N. G.; George Hayes, Advocate; R. Y. Webb, P. N. F.; A. Glass, V. G.; J. M. Nance, Chaplain; S. Sparkman, N. F.; M. Tansil, R. S. to N. G. After which the following program was rendered: Music by lodge. Recitation. Miss Gertrude Beard; address, Clodius Webb; recitation, Mrs. Emma Furequa; address, R. Y. Webb; solo (vocal), Earnest Campbell; paper, No. Not, address, Prof. J. W. Ware. The sisters then served a three course luncheon. Mrs. Caldwell, D. M. N. of the Household of Ruth, has made her annual visit to the several lodges in this end of the state and returned to Chicago where she resides. Mrs. W. H. Speese has returned from the Windy City where she was called to the bedside of her sister. The Peerless Club met at the residence of Mrs. Lula Bolen Wednesday and the officers for the next quarter were elected. Mrs. Bolen spent in embroidery work, followed by a sandwich luncheon, the proceeds of which is to be deposited in the Christmas saving fund. PORTSMOUTH, O. The Sew and Sew Embroidery Club met at the home of Mrs. H. Randall, on Findley street. There were presenent Mesdames Dan Fossett, C. Fossett, G. W. Banks, E. M. Gentry, W. Justice, J. H. Lollingsworth, N. Jones, V. Penman, E. Jones and C. Curnutte. A dainty lunch was served by Mrs. Banks, D. Fossett, C. Fossett and E. M. Gentry. Mrs. Bessie, who has been sick for some time, was operated on for appendicitis at the hospital and was as should be expected Monday evening after the operation. If you want to help your race buy a Freeman and see what good things we are doing to better our condition for ourselves. DANVILLE, ILL. Rev. W. M. Brown, 316 Lahr street, who has been very ill, is slightly improved. Master Leon Waller, 311 Lahr, is on the sick list. Rcbert Bland, Jr., 311 Clements avenue, who has been seriously ill, is able to be out. Rev. S. W. Batchlor, pastor of the Second Baptist church, was a business visitor in Indianapolis this week. The members of the C. M. E. church 402 Union avenue, have purchased a lot on East Williams street on which they will build in the spring or summer. The church is doing nicely. Preaching services every Sunday at 3:00 and 7:30 p. m., also Wednesday evenings. W. H. Anderson, agent. WICKLIFFE, KY. Mr. Ernest Freeman has opened up a swell cafe on the corner of 5th and Illinois streets. . Mrs. Tom Weston is still in Tulsa, Okla., on a visit. . One of the swellest affairs ever pulled off in this town was a box suppen given at the M. E. church last Saturday night. . Mr. Melvin Wood and Miss Ola Joyner were joined together in marriage last Friday night. . Mr. John Nash has just received a fine blooded pig from Henderson, Ky., by parcel post. . Mr. Tom Weston spent Wednesday and Thursday in Cairo, on business. . Mr. June Hamilton left Saturday for Henderson, Ky., after a stay of nine months. . Mr. and Mrs. Knight are on the sick list. PUEBLO, COLO. Mr. B. F. Burton has organized a band among the young men of the city. . . The Old Fellows have moved to 121% Grand avenue and have a much better hall. . . You can get the news from home by dropping in at the Oklahoma Barber Shop, 107 W. 1st street, and purchase a copy of the Freeman for sale at Street Baptist Literary Society will give a debate February 1, 1915. Subject, "Resolved. What's the Most Beneficial to the . . . Negro." As a whole education or many. Alternative, Mr. N. H. Bean, Mr. J. O. Blagburn. Negative: Mr. O. U. Bray, Mr. C. Bell. A HAPPY AND JOYFUL WEDDING IN SHREVEPORT, LA. Misa Lizzie Ola Longmear and Mr. Robt. Clay joined hands in matrimony January 12, 1915, at the home of Mr. Alonzo Longmear, father of the bride. The wedding march was played by Miss Brookie Dixon, pianist; Miss T. Cora Johnson, violinist, and Mr. Jno Johnson, trombonist. Other music for the occasion was furnished by the Imperial Orchestra. NOTES OF EARLINGTON, KY. Mr. Arthur Holland and Mrs. Nomnie B. Green, of St. Louis, Mo., were called Sunday to the bedside of their mother, Mrs. Bettie Holland. She steadily grew worse and died Tuesday night at 11:25 o'clock after a short illness of pneumonia. Her remains were taken to Crofton, Wednesday morning for interment, under direction of B. T. Teague. Ooakwood Ivy Club met Thursday night 21st, at the home of Miss Ora Lee, on Atkinson avenue. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mr. Geo. Edmonds, on McEwen avenue, 29th. Ellen White entertained several of her little friends Saturday, 23d, celebrating her twelfth birthday at luncheon, at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jessie White, at Hanson, Ky. Miss Roxie Waters left Monday, to attend her home 18th, for Chicago, MN. Mrs. Minnie Edwards, Evansville, IN. is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bronson, on Spring street, Madisonville, KY. Miss Queen Warfield, of Battle Creek, Mich., is visiting her brother, Mr. Will Warfield, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bren Cunningham, on McEwen avenue. Mr. Geo. Goodall, of Hopkinsville, were in the city Wednesday, 20th. Those that are on sick list are: Mrs. Mary Lue Gains, Mrs. Nettle Earl, Rev. and Mrs. Amos. Mrs. H. Parks and Prof. S. G. Tomas, Mr. Tomas Byars is very low at this writing. Mr. Ben Cunningham is able to on his job after several days' illness. A. MADAM C. J. WALKER President of the 'Madam C. J. Walker M.F.A. Dc. and the Lokh. College, 640 North West Street, Indianapolis, Ind. 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It was just one month to the day since they had invaded Orlando, and many thought the attendance would not be so large as before. It took just one hour after the doors were opened to prove that the house would be a much larger one than that of December 25th. Before the show had advanced beyond the first act every available seat was taken up and standing room was at a premium. The show was a new one altogether, "The Funny Side of Life." It was full of dramatic productions as well as laughable features. The band and orchestra music thrilled the audience as often as they performed. Mr. Will Goff Kennedy, general performer, appeared at his best and highly entertaining. As with Funny Jim Jackson, kept the audience in an uproar together with his new joke big peach on the stage. He is a great peach on the stage. Rebecca Redmond was the star singer of the evening, a fact that was proven by the fact that she was called back a half dozen times. The entire show was good. Not a poor feature was presented during the evening. Prof. Williams says that Olie Sevoy, the man who has charge of the kitchen, is due some of the credit for the excellent performances. He is the man who prepares the food and he does this in a most desirable manner. Prof. Williams is having an 85 foot all steel car built by Hotchkiss Kiss & Co., car builders, Chicago, Ill., It will be ready for use within six weeks, and Prof. Williams will meet it at Savannah, Ga. The pastor and officers of Mt. Olive A. M. E. church are hard at work soliciting homes for the ministers of the South Florida Annual Conference, which conference will convene here on February 24th. There are about 200 ministers belonging to this conference, and owing to the fact that so many are here who had to have rooms, it is going to take strenuous work to get the necessary homes. Rev. John Hurst is the Bishop of Florida, and everybody is pleased with his administration. Mr. N. P. 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A large crowd is expected and a handsome sum is expected to the school. The teacher of M. P. Church was held in Lakeland last week, and the Bishop returned Rev. W. T. Collier to the pastorate of Ebenezer M. E. church, here. Hello, Miss Pearl. Have you seen W. Washington, the shoe man? No. I am looking for him now; I have two pairs of children's school shoes waiting for him. If you see him send him over; I want him to fit up some shoes for me. Look for me. I am coming around; Shoeman is my name. Leave work at 1707 Hall and Ross avenue, Dallas, Texas, February 6. FREE PLAYING CARDS. The Geo. Wm. Hoffman Co., manufacturer of the well known "Barkeeper's Friend," powder metal polish, are now giving away a pack of fine playing cards with ten autograph signatures of G. W. Hoffman from off the Barkeeper's friend packages. We would suggest that the readers of The Freeman take advantage of this offer by beginning to save up these signatures. 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Det a oe Eugenie marriages have been ap proved by the Indiana State Senate ‘The bill as passed provides that all Persons seeking marriage _Iicenses must obtain a health certificate. ‘Two of the largest individual gifts made to Hampton have been by wom en. One of these was a $10,000 legacy given by Mrs. Anne Maria Fisher, a colored woman. Mrs, Cornelia F. Nickens is presi dent of The Cleveland Home for Aged Colored People. Mrs, Lethia C. Flem ing is chairman of the board of lad) managers and Mrs. M. B. Chapman is the matron. ‘The home cost $9,000, o} which $5,000 has been paid. Miss Cleo M. Gibbs is chief clerk o} the Atlanta Special Benefit Company ‘Miss Gibbs, by hard study and applica tion to duty, has risen from a second rate clerk to one of the most responsi ble positions in the company. Mrs. S. C. J. Bryant is state presi dent of the Woman’s Missionary an¢ Educational Society of Georgia an¢ vice-president of national Baptist con vention. Five years ago Mrs. Bryan! founded the Bryant school, which now has eight teachers and 275 pupils. Much interest has been taken in do mestic science by the colored girls ir the rural schools of Arkansas. A re port shows 2,296 girls enrolled in sew ing, 327 in cooking and 426 in how tc serve. Mrs. Elizabeth Bryant conducted the Bleanor Lingerie Room in New York City. Mrs. R. M. Perrin, of Muskogee, Ok Iahoma, is the national organizer o} the Parent-Teachers’ Association o! America. e Mrs, John S. Little is making strent ous efforts to prove that she is white Mrs. Little has golden hair, gray eyes and a beautiful peach bloom complex fon, Her husband, however, charges that she is colored in a suit for di voree. au Dr. Matilda A. Evans, of Columbia S. C,, has been practicing mediciné successfully for seventeen years. Miss Madeline Aray is stenographe! for the John M, Royall real estate firm, at New York. Mrs, Cecelia H. Cabaniss is the ver) efficient secretary of the Y. W. C. A. New York City,” | Mrs, P. James Bryant is the asso ciate editor of the church and Phalanx and Mrs. B, Arlington Wilson hold: a like position on the organ for the Oklahoma Baptist State Convention. eee Dr, Gertrude B. Curtis, New Yor! City, observes an annual custom o giving free dental work to the chil TERRELL, TEXAS. ‘The Old Folks Concert, given at Green Chapel B, church Monday night, was fine. They realized $18.00. .. ‘The turkey supper was postponed Saturday night at the M. B. church on the account of cold weather by Mrs. M. B, Flemmings and F. D. Lewis. .. ‘The social that was given at the A. M. B. church was grand, in honor of the officials and their invited guests. .. Rey. H. W. Webb is in Ft. Worth this week, at his home. .. Dr. E. P. Murcherson was at his post Sunday and preached two strong sermons full of grace. Two were added to the church. .. The W. H. M. Society, at the C. M. BE. church, is progressing nicely. They are doing a grand work in this city looking after the poor and needy. .. Rev. A. L. Boone was re- ported fil with rheumatism and had to be brought home while out on his pastoral visit, but is up again. .. Mr. Bell, of Ft. Worth, spent a few days here with his wife, Susie Bell. .. Rev. T, M. Jackson was in Rosser Satur- day and Sunday, where his first quar- terly conference was held with much credit. He also accompanied his P. B. to Terrell Sunday evening, .. The elder preached a strong sermon at night. The collection was very. good. .. The Christian Endeavor, Sunday evening at the A. M. E. church, was held with much inspiration. .. Prof. W. H. Burnett and his associated guest, Prof. Jackson, the city teacher of string music, assisted Mrs. Bur- nett’s choir in making music for the endeavor. .. The Epworth League, at the C. M. E,, Sunday evening was well attended and full of enthusiasm. .» The Green Chapel B. people has purchased a piano for their church. They organized their choir Sunday evening. .. Mrs, Jennie Johns was on the sick list two weeks but is up again. .. Mrs, Annie Parker has been sick for more than 24 months but is doing ‘as well as might be expected, consider- ing her condition. .. Mrs. Annie Wil- Hams has been confined to bed for three months but is reported the same. .. Migs Lucile Iland lost one of her little girls who died last Sunday night at 9:40 and was buried Monday evening. Rev. H. W. Webb officiated. .. One of our good christian mothers lost her chickens one night last week. If you see the boy tell him his good mother has bought them back. CAIRO, ILL., NEWS. Revival is in progress at the F. W. B. church on 15th street. .. Reva Stephen Lee and A. W. Hunter spent Friday in the city, enroute home from quarterly meeting, and assisted Rev. Jones in his meeting Friday night. .. Mrs, Fields has as her guest her sis: ter-in-law, Mrs. Sprague, of Chicago. .. 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L, as @ result of bringing in more than $100 in thel recent campaign. vee Miss Lucille Washington is musical director of the schools of Memphis, Tenn. ‘Miss Bertha M. Myers is a probatior officer in Philadelphia, with a salary of $900 per ver pox Miss Eslanda V. Thomas, » sracuate of the Ithaca Conservatory of Music conducts a conservatory at Baltimore and is leader of the choir of the Madi son street Presbyterian church. ose The colored women of Norfolk, Va. have perfected an organization knows as the Colored Womens’ Council of Norfolk. ‘The object of the organiza tion is for the purpose Of developing and promoting negro business inter prises. sae Mary Ellen Ayler left an estate of $5,800, the bulk of which is left tc Virginia Seminary, to educate poor students who have an ambition to bet ter their conditions. Miss Lillie Gaines has charge of ar industrial school in Brooks county, Ga. Her pupils are formed into clubs and have put up 3,900 Jars of corm and tomatoes. © The colored Mothers’ Club of Gal veston, Tex., serve hot lunches to the school children. The price ranges from one cent to five cents on a mixed lunch of three articles for five cents. cc Miss Lucile Dennis is the business manager of The Twentieth Century Beauty Parlor, at Atlanta, Ga. She i assisted by Miss Bertha Weaver and Mrs. C. A. Williams. Mrs. A. Carter Kelsey was head hai dresser and manicurist at Columbia University for seven years. She now conducts a school of beauty culture and hair dressing at New York. “A woman's virtue should be teste by the quality of her experience rath er than by the quantity of her ignor ance,” Se Votes for women was defeated i House of Representatives by a vote o 204 to 174, This is the second vot. {in the history of Congress. “The gal laries were packed by interested par ties on the subject of suffrage fo anken: an appetizing menu was served the following officers were elected: Mes: dames Wm. H. Fields, President; 1B. M. Hudson, Vice-president; W. B. Beatty Vicepresident; Edmonia A. Watkins, Secretary; Miss A. Sumner, Assistant secretary; Mrs. C. P. Wil: jams Corresponding secretary, and Beatrice Bextman, ‘Treasurer. The President and Secretary have served the club in this capacity for nine years and their reelection is a compliment to their ability. .. The Parent-Teach- ers’ Association of the Garrison school held an interesting meeting Friday night at the school. ‘The meet ing was addressed by Revs. J. 0. Foster, Williams, Mrs. Williams and Mrs. Suella Wilkerson, who is the President of the Charitable at So- ciety. The officers for the ensuing year were elected as follows: mrs. S. ‘A. Hardison, President; Mr. C.|L. Wheelar, Vice-president; Mrs, Della M. Cole, Secretary and Lena Joties, As sistant Secretary. A viligant commit: tee was appointed to look for the needy and pupils without clothing... The Business Mens’ League elected officers again as follows: Dr. W. B. Beatty, President and Prof. J. C. Lewis, Secre- tary. .. The Culture Club will meet with Miss Azalia Duneas Saturday. The chief business will be the election of officers. BEAUMONT, TEXAS. On last Tuesday night the Beaumont citizens witnessed an excellent pro- gram at the St. James M. B. church, rendered by the Williams colored sing- ers. ‘The house was packed to tts wt most capacity. The singers held the audience spellbound from start to fin- ish, Many of Beaumont’s white des- tinguished citizens were present at the affair, Mr, Williams himself displayed the comical side of life and was the sensation of the night’s*performance. The company leaves for New Orleans, where they will spend a few days. .. Miss Marie R. Brassfield, who has been teaching at Fuquay, Texas, has re- signed her position and has left to take charge ogainhteHsprSsnati.vard) take up a normal course at Prairie College, after which she will return and resume teaching. She resides at 862 Concord street, Beaumont, Texas. .. Miss Vivian Evander, a former graduate of Prairie View State Nor- mal and citizen of Houston, is visit- ing Miss BE. T. Money, one of our city’s leading teachers. .. Mr. Homer J. Johnson will entertain Miss Vivian Evander while in the city, and will also give a party in her honor next Friday night. .. Mr. Thomas T. Tutt- son, at the Alpine Theater Con- fectionary fruit stand, will receive all adds for the Freeman. NEWS OF ST. JOSEPH, LA. (By G. W. Terrell.) We are having some very bad weath- er, rain and sleet. .. Prof. Louis Smith's string band was out serenad. ing a few nights ago and they rendered some of the latest music. .. The Pil- grim Chapel Sunday school have a burial fund for the purpose of caring for its sick members and vurying their dead, Children can join for 35 cents, weekly dues 5 cents, and grown peoffle, young and old, can join for 50 cents, and 5 cents weekly. ‘The bene fits are $1.00 weekly for sickness and $15.00 for burial. .. When in town call at Mr. Clay Landry Restaurant for your meals and hot coffee. .. Rev. I. W. Carpenter, the venerable pastor of Pilgrim Chapel Baptist church, and Mrs. Rosie Bryant, the widow of the jate Vert Bryant, of Newellton, La. was joined together in the holy bonds of matrimony Wednesday night, the 27th. We wish them much joy and happiness. .. Mr. Willle Moore, the hackman, meets all trains and boats Don't fail to ride with him when you come to town. .. Mr. A. R. Jackson is on the sick list this week. .. You must read the Freeman, the best negro newspaper published, and learn what our race is doing. Only 5 cents per copy, or subscribe for it at $1.50 per year. For sale by G. W. Terrell, Get a copy every week. PEORIA, ILLINOIS. (By Elmer Price.) Miss Kathryn Johnson, of New York City, national field agent of the Na- tional Association for the advancement of colored people, is in the city to or- ganize a branch of the association. .. Mrs. B. A. Manning, who has been quite sick, is reported as doing nicely. Her many friends are hoping for her speedy recovery. .. Mrs. Dr. J. A. Cotton is convalescent after an illness of sey- eral days. .. Mrs. Rev. S. B, Jones has returned home from Chicago and Rock- ford, Ill, where she visited relatives. :, Mrs. Ida Stanford Muse, formerly of Peoria but now of Jacksonville, Il, was in the city recently on business. -. Mrs. A. J. Wade, the Rocky Moun- tain Evangelist, has arrived in the city and will conduct a two weeks’ spiritual campaign at Ward Chapel. .. Mrs. R. E. Patterson and son have returned home from Springfeld, I, after a visit with relatives in that city. .. Mrs. B. N. Stanford entertainea ner brother, Mr. James Mallory, of Chica- go Heights, recently. .. Mrs. Henry Harrison, of 2d street, remains very ill. Her daughter, Mrs. Foda James, of St. Louis, is at her bedside. .. Mr. J. W. Reynolds, who spent several years in Liberia, West Africa, gave an interesting lecture on that country at Mt. Zion Baptist church, on January 27th, .. Ladies of the Alter Gurra Club will give a Martha Washington tea party on February 22d. .. ‘The colored County Republican Club has held sev- eral meetings in preparation for the coming election. .. Mrs. 0. A. Hall was the guest of Mrs. M. Booze at the theatre Tuesday afternoon. .. Rev. Felix Curtwright preached last Sun- day at Mt. Zion church. McDONALD, PA., NOTES. Rev. G. E. Sallie has had a very successful revival. ‘The meetings have been going on since Christmas and many have been added to the church during these four weeks of prayer. His audience has given him its loyal support. ‘The revival influence is sweeping through the state like a for est fire. Great interest is being mani. fested among all of the members. .. ‘The Star Lincoln Club, composed of the best young men in town, are doing a great work. Their chief object Is to centralize their forces together to start a business enterprise just as soon as business picks up. .. The First Bap. tist church choir is expecting big things in the near-future. .. Miss Mary J. Harvey, the soloist, was a little indisposed. We hope her place will soon be filled again. .. Mr. H. J. Lewis is attracting a wide world of fame through his fine work as a photo grapher. His equal is not to be heard of in western Pennsylvania. NEWS OF DANVILLE, ILL. Mrs. Samuel McHarvey, of Cham paign, visited her mother, Mrs. W. A Williams, 712 Johnson ‘street, inst week. .. Mrs, Laura Giles, 313 Lahn street, who has been very’ ill, is im proving. .. Mrs. W. 8, Davis, 931 Semi nary street, is ill. .. Mrs. Odell Mat thews, 1029 Robinson street, was re moved to the Lakeview Hospital Sun day. .. Mrs. Lucy Vance, 1025 Robin son, is on the sick list, also Mrs Frank Waldow, 218 Sideil avenue. .. ‘Miss Aurelia Wright has been indis posed for several days. .. The Young ‘Mens’ Lecture Bureau ‘met Monday jevening at 321 VanBuren street. On Monday evening, February 8th, the young men will’ begin their second Series of lectures and concerts... ‘Phone 3439 for the Freeman. CENTRAL CITY, KY., NEWS, Leave your orders for the Freeman with little Florizel A. Wilson. He will be glad to deliver it to you. ... ‘Those on the sick list this week are Mrs, G. W. Brashears, Mrs. Tommy J. Coleman, Mrs, Sofa’ Carr and Mr. Jack Woods. .. Roy Bell was shot in the side by Henry Smith. .. Mrs. Sire athers Johns, after a two weeks’ visit here with her aunt, returned to Nash: ville, Tenn ‘Thursday. .. Mrs. Mary A. Wilson, one of Central City’s most aggressive young women, is taking special lessons in the city school in literature, mathematics and the indus: tries. Mrs. Wilson has taught sue: cessfully in the county and is an as piring young woman. .. Thursday is industrial day at the school, and it is inspiring to see the boys and girls crocheting, making baskets and bags, together with other domestic work. .. ‘The L. I. Club met with Miss Virgie Brashears, After a pleasant business and industrial hour hot chocolate and cookies were served. ‘The club is do- ing some beautiful handwork which will be on exhibition quite soon. .. Program for Teachers-Parents* As- sociation: Devotional exercise, roll call answered by current news from the Freeman, talk on the progress of ‘our race in Central City, by Mrs. Mary ‘A. Wilson; story telling and its es- sentials, by Miss Virgie Brashears; ‘Why good reading is valuable, led by Mrs, Minnie Martin, followed by gen- eral discussion. SEKITAN, OHIO. (By N. C. Hawkins.) Mrs. Phyllis Colga, of Chicago, ar- rived in the village last week to be the guest of her sister-inlaw, Mrs. 8. H. Pillow, for an indefinite period. *. Revival services at the Baptist church will be continued. .. Mrs. Mary ‘Morton, of the Morton Restaurant, is ill at this writing. .. Miss Roena and Gertrude Frisco are indisposed. .. Or- der the Freeman. See Hawkins about subscriptions. MERIDIAN, MISS. Special to The Freeman. "We are glad to state that through this hard time and the war our people are getting along very well in this city. It has been but a few people who had jobs to lose. According to cir- cumstances we should not grumble as husiness is getting some better. At Teast we should quit talking hard times and war and get down to busi- ness. If you will just help yourself you will be helped, so let us get to- gether and show our will-power, for the Tord says ‘Where there is will there IN HAIR CULTURE Madam Evelyn Horton Has made it possible for every woman to obtain beautiful Hair 4 by the use of her Wonderfal Pre- ume, Rreiyn Parations. Cures. all Scalp Dis- Horton. —_—easee, stops the Hair from Falling Out, starts it at once to Growing. A six weeks trial treatment sent anywhere in the U. S. for $1.60, A 25¢ box of Clearene Brown Skin Ss Face Powder given free. with each order. ( Ff A Clearene Beauty Cream for Whitening and “i | Fj Beautifying the Complexion. Price 50 cents. Say Agents wanted everywhere, Write today for terms, No goods sent C. 0. D. System pesqers ceo myst was taught, terms reasonable. Address Sasetp peta, rer caine hur Qigeet ae Mme. Evelyn Horton, rc3c= 2806 Lucas Ave., (Diplomes Awarded) St. Louis, Missouri is @ way, and will make a way out of no way.” .. For your spring suits call on Crawford Brothers. They will treat you. right and they want your trade. .. Let us learn to build up our enterprises more. .. The lodges of K. of P's had a public installation Fri day night. Several lodges went in ‘the installation. ‘The Grand C. C. was with us and made good talks to the brothers. We have nine lodges of K. of P's in the city. We are making ready to entertain the Grand Lodge in July. We expect to make it an in- teresting one and we want every brother knight to haul up the banner and make it a successful meeting. .. Dear readers of the Freeman, tell your friends to buy a Freeman. It is a race Paper and should be in every home. MIDLAND, KY., NEWS. Uncle Trib Parks, who is past his one hundredth birthday, is better now after being sick for some time. .. Mri ‘Nathan Bowen, the tailoring represen. tative, has just returned from regular trips, taking orders for his fine line of tailoring, and as usual had a fine suc cess. .. Uncle Joe Stubbs is better now after being sick for two weeks. .. Mr. Oscar Dillard fs able to be at work again, after being sick about a week but his hearing is effected. .. Mr. U C. Carter is suffering with catarrah o the head. .. Mr. George Washington an old soldier who has been quite il with rheumatism, is able to walk with out his stick again. BUSINESS LEAGUE ISSUES CALL. ‘The National Negro Business League hhas issued a call for the observance of a National Negro Health Week, March 2ist to 27th, ORGANIZE TO HELP POOR. ST. LOUIS, MO., (Special.)\—The Provident Association of St. Louis has been organized to relieve the poor and destitute of that city. The colored people have already contributed more than $200. —— ee si Torre Haute, Indian- SCHED apolls and Eastern Traction Co, i ‘Terre Haute, Indian- SCHED apolls and Eastern Traction Co, Trains leave Indianapolis ax follows: HASrERN DIVISION 96:00, x1'20, 8:00, x0:20, 10:00, x11:20, SEaG Sood at BS: gata’ o iS eh 120, 800, e720, 6:00," 9 S00, ghia. 3) °° TeRREHA EE DIvistok B5 00, "6:00, x7 720, "8:00, 0:20," 10:00, Lito, 2%bo," ito, P40, “aio, 400, 5-76:06, 39:20, $300, api, 38:26, 9:00 ees NORTHWESTERN DIVISION. 98:00. 7700. 3815, 8:00, 10:00, 511216, 12:00, “1:00, “aang, “sob, Vad, “xo 16, sLscho, 6200, xi16, 8:00" efi 6. MARTINSVILLE DIVISION. 36:60, “6:60, x3 00, 8:50,” 9:60, 10:60, H1b0' gi 00, 2780, S350, 455, 8:80, 4700, S445, MB:60; Tigo. 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New Phone 2880. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 1915. The groundhog did not see his shadow, and nobody cares if he didn't. Mayor Bell's reconstruction proposals were ordered back for revisition. The better judgment of the country is against the President's ship purchasing proposition. Lynched for stealing a cow; and the cow came back. The jury said of the mobbed man: "Met his death at the hands of parties unknown." That's what we call indifferent citizenship—paying us no mind. Evidently the German, Werner Van Horn, who dynamited a railroad bridge leading from this country to Canada, is trying to mess us up. If we are wise we will absolutely refuse to be invigued into the mixup at any price. The Negroes are interested in having common laws, not proscriptions. It is the reason that they oppose marriage legislature that tends to make them the butt of contempt. Congress is clear out of its latitude when matching up the citizens. Kansas City, Mo., has become reconciled to the fact that the National Negro Business League will hold its next annual meeting in Boston. The local league of Kansas City thinks to land the meeting for 1916. Indianapolis is logically due the meeting in the very near future. The latest is that the federal auctions are prepared to arrest Jack Johnson the moment he sets foot on the United States soil in his effort to reach Mexico. It may not be necessary for him to touch this country, but in event he does, according to the information, he is to be arrested and carried to Chicago. Mr. Johnson should manage to get to Mexico by some other route. The ugly war drags along, and as the play of see-saw—now we are up and down. If Germany wins in the West she loses in the East. It seems to be game of national vanities, each fighting nation is trying to appear best in the eyes of the world. Even Turkey won't admit a defeat. It dispatches. "We drove the enemy back three points, took a trench or so to the glory of arms and cause," or something like that. The Negro press is teeming with the information that a Negro was lynched a few days ago at Vicksburg, Miss., because it was thought that he had stolen a cow. It turned out that the cow had merely strayed away, returning after the mob had got in its work. The owner had not filed an affidavit to the effect that the Negro had stolen the cow. He was hung because of the rumor. How's that for a sample of what's being dealed out? It is its own preachment. Says the report of the recent conference of Negro farmers at Tuskogee, "Investigation has shown that in the South there are 320,000 farms of Negroes on which there are no cattle of any kind, 270,900 on which there are no hogs, 200,000 on which no poultry is raised, 140,000 on which no corn is grown, on 740,000 farms of Negroes no oats are grown, on 550,000 farms no sweet potatoes are grown, and on 200,000 farms of negroes there are no gardens of any sort." Think of the farming opportunity wasted. Bert Williams, the great comedian, appears at English's Opera House the week of February 8th. We say great comedian without the usual restriction, of the Negro race. Mr. Williams is one of the leading comedians of the world if not the greatest. In his peculiar line he is without doubt the greatest. This is apparent enough when to do Mr. Williams successfully, or to try to do him with any degree of success reflects honor on the doer. White artists and colored artists consider it an honor when thought to take off Mr. Williams. In this respect he stands almost alone. A few other actors are imitated, but none so generally as Bert Williams. At the recent conference of Negro farmers, at Tuskegee, it was shown that Negroes grow $240,000,000 worth of cotton, and only $161,000,000 worth of all other farm products combined, a ratio of one dollar's worth of cotton for every forty-five cents worth of all other farm products. The condition was pointed out as one of the drawbacks of prosperity. Cotton is somewhat of a lordly product. Many farmers of the South think they are doing nothing unless raising cotton. And the universal demand of the product comes near justifying its claim for the whole consideration. The present war, however, was the means of bringing out some facts which the lordiest cotton producers have seen fit to notice. More than likely King Cotton will lose some of its domain this year, and for the future. The colored farmer, we think, now sees the necessity of cultivating grain, fruit and vegetables, not merely as the result of the incident of war. Other crops are quite as profitable as cotton, some, perhaps, more so. At any rate the colored farmer ought to raise everything he eats if it is possible to do so. Dr. Washington made the discovery that there were thousands of farms owned by colored people that did not have a pig. Think of it! TUSKEGEE GRADUATE SUCCEEDS IN FLORIDA. The following editorial from Tampa, Florida, Morning Tribune tells of the success of one of Tuskegee's graduates who is putting into every day practice some of the things which he learned while in school: "The Tribune has had occasion several times to refer to the good work that is being done by the Negroes of Marion county, which is a center of a movement on the part of members of that race to set higher standards of usefulness for their people. At a present meeting held in this city, under the auspices of the Afro-American Civic League, George H. Mays, Jr., one of the men who is leading in this work in Marion county, was the speaker of the occasion and told the negroes of Tampa how they might join in the movement and do something for themselves. Mays is himself an example of what a hard working, intelligent and respectable Negro can do with his opportunities. He is a graduate of Tuskegee, taught in schools in the North and is now the head of a banking investment institution at Ocala, organized and managed by negroes. He believes that the South is the best place for Negroes, and that their future lies in this section of the country. Mays so enjoys the confidence of the white citizens of Ocala that many of them have deposited in his bank. He is always urging the negroes for industrial independence and it is due to him that the Negroes of Marion county have taken account of their opportunities and have begun to work toward better ends." MIGRATION BILL. President Wilson, we think, hit the proposed immigration law right when he decided by his veto that it was an Un-American "inspiration." He rises to the old Wilson standard when preaching from Princeton, declaring that the new tests, especially that of education, are not tests of fitness, but of opportunity. Says he, "Those who come seeking opportunity are not to be admitted unless they have already had one of the chief opportunities they seek—the opportunity of education." In the instance, that of education as a test, the President is in accord with the principles that have given our country its ascendancy. The nation begun as an asylum for those who would escape persecution for religious belief, for political belief. It has been pointed out that such men as Kossouth and Schurz would not have been welcome to this country under the proposed law. Education is not essential to character. The President points out the fact that our country is the best opportunity for education, and as it should be. In our freedom from the ravages of the war, which comes so near being universal, and the most disastrous of all times, we are still answering that destiny which was ours when the "breaking waves dashed high on a stern and rockbound coast." Our country is still the asylum of the oppressed. It would be a shame to know that honest men and women were held out of the country merely because they could not read and write. We have men in our prisons who read and write very nicely—perhaps we are sure that Wilson for once. Like his humaneness, Of course we are not reconciled to his policy of race discrimination at Washington. We will not, however, permit this to interfere with our good opinions of him when doing the commendable things, as the world of just men see it. THE "JITNEY" AND COMPANY The "jitney" is something new in city traffic. It is flourishing mostly in California—a motor bus which scurries all over town, carrying passengers at five cents for two miles. We would have nothing but admiration for the useful little "institution," but it has gone to discriminating—drawing the color line. It may not be truthfully said of them in every city where they are in use. It is true in Los Angeles and the colored people are complaining bitterly. The management of one of the "jitney" concerns instructed the "drivers" to stop when Negroes gotin, and pretend that there was a blowout; when the Negro passengers gotin they are to mount the bus, whoop, her up. It is not said how they are to be picked up when the passengers enter the car. However, that may be, it is certain that the "jitney" bus companies, in some of the cities, are holding out Negroes as patrons. One complaint says that the company uses the best streets, and for which the white and colored people alike pay taxes to make possible. It has no charter from the city, consequently it pays nothing for its franchise of usurpation. It reminds one of those rowdy English sparrows, which practically hold the birds' chise of the cities, dressed in existence of the kind out of existence—saucy and taking all, contribute nothing, much more. Of course it is a local fight all right, but what touches one of us comes very nearly touching all of us. The cry of a Jew in Russia is heard in New York. We are sorry enough that we are forced to assert a principle of the kind. It looks belligerent, as if the race was not entrapp with the country, as if we were chronic kickers, when in fact the other people are chronic offenders. Laugh and the world laughs with you, is the old saw, and quite right in most cases. Weep and you weep alone, is the complement, and quite right in most cases. Our present condition must be exempted, and as that, in any way similar which has been the condition of other races. The voice of protest from the watchman on the walls is the expected. It means the continuation of the war fare for manhood, and which must not cease until we are in the very best possible attitude in this country. We say attitude with discernment, with care, knowing that there will ever exist differences between different races. But those differences, in this country of the theoretically one nation, are not to stay such that the terms, humiliation and triumph, are to respectively apply. We, the Negroes, must approach that best attitude spoken of, or we must depart further from it. These happenings, the "jitney" busses, the lynchings, the discriminations, are the ideas of what is going on, they are indicative of the mob mind, of the forces that make for our tribulations. This is what we are arrayed against, the puissant minority, since it is contagious, and not the numerical majority with its more or less passivity. The mob is weak THE FREEMAN AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. only in number; it is strong in execution. Some such construction may be put on all groups and persons which do things that fail to measure up to justice and right. The numerical majority is only strong in numbers, generally speaking. It is like truth, "the eternal years are hers." But where are we in the meanwhile? Besides, good resolutions have not made for this civilization. At heart the majority of this country, we think that the artillery makes the last argument of kings, or something similar, it is truthfully said. We feel justified in making this somewhat extended excursion because of the new theatre of discrimination. We are touched here as they are there, in Los Angeles, and because the conduct of the "jitney" bus companies is based on the plank of that platform which has to do with the attitudes of the races. They stop the busses, empty the Negro passengers because it is in accordance with the sense of the country. If it is not that active sense it is the sense of that puissant, powerful, minority which is just as fatal and destructive, when wrong as it is helpful, when it is eminently right. The abolitionists were a powerful minority; they charged full the quiescent majority with civil righteousness. The mob and groups similar are now charging full the quiescent majority, and we have no vigil counteractants beyond ourselves. And yet we will prevail in getting the best possible conditions, or civilization will default, and Christianity be indicted. It must be so. IN OLD PADUKE. Hook and Ladder Wagon Collided with Street Car; Captain English Hurt—Kentucky Must Raise More Cattle—Prof. M. P. Yamamato, a "Japanese" Lecturer, Here—R. H. Dillihenty Hurriedly Called to Savannah, Tenn. (By J. J. Amos, 1063 North Seventh Street.) Special to the Freeman. PADUCAH, Ky. Feb. 4 — Monday morning at abbreviated '10Clock, Captain English, in charge of hook and ladder fire of station No. 4, collided with a north-bound street car at Eleventh and Tennessee streets. Captain English was thrown from his wagon and painfully hurt. He is reported to be improving. The Paduacah manufacturers held an important meeting last week, and among the subjects discussed was the "Raising of More Cattle." If this is put into effect, as is earnestly hoped, it may prove an employment for many of our colored bread-earners who are idle. They may be employed as cattle herders, if not ranch proprietor. It was last Tuesday night that the First Christian church (white) was crowded with persons who sat to hear the "Japanese" lecturer, Yamamato; "Friendly Relations Between America and Japan" was his topic. Having been notified of his father's death (Abraham Dillhillny), Mr. R. H. Dillhillny, 1315 South Ninth street left Wednesday the 27th, for Savannah, Tenn., to join the Dillhillny family in paying honor to the deceased. Prof. Tull E. Brown, the noted pianist, and his wife, a well-rated singer, after staying awake in our city left Wednesday for Cairo, with a Southern tour in New before coming to Boston. It was stated that Prof. Brown was seeking the princi palishhip of Lincoln High School, Mrs Mamie Gause, 605 South Eighth street roomed the Browns while here. Mrs. Addie Shelby, 720 Jackson street, is not able to be out yet. We are glad to have Mrs. Isaac Morton, of Michigan, with us. She is visiting her sister, Mrs. Jas. Porter, 130 South Tenth street. Mrs. Vina Hughes, mother of Mrs. Ples Wyle, after staying a while with her devoted daughter, left recently for her home, Cliffton, Tenn. Mrs. Mary Lee Overbye has closed her demonstrating tour with the Calumet Baking Powder Company. She is enjoying life at her cozy home, 215 South Ninth street. More than a short while Mr. Geo Hollowell has been employed by Kurd-Guery Grocery Company as an expert automobilist, the same rating he well deserves. His rating is with DuBoise Dodge Automobile Company on Kentucky avenue. Mrs. Howell, "T ruby," as she is familiar with him, and Mr. Howell reside at 417 South Seventh street. Prof. Larry Rogers sends lasting wishes to Prof. Elwood Johnson, and says he him at 1013 Washington street. Mr. J. D. Harris has arrived from St. Louis and now has charge of Mr. Mack Smith's shaving parlor, Seventh and Trimble streets. Mr. Smith has been confined to his room during the past few weeks. Mr. John Steele, of 808 North Tenth street, is not able to leave his room. Mr. Jeff Hinchey, 914 North Tenth street, is suffering with a broken jaw bone. He is better, after having it lanced. Get the country's best weekly paper, The Freeman, of Amos. Mr. and Mrs. John Williams, of Chicago, are visiting relatives at the Boyd home, North Eighth street. YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO. The Lacy-Bell Wedding—A Stealing Party. Mrs. Oscar Cameron, 534 Valley street, is doing nicely, after an attack of quinsy. . Mr. and Mrs. Jefferson, of Pittsburg, is the guest of Mrs. Wm. Paterson, 530 Valley street. . Mr. and Mrs. H. P. Parker and family have moved to 412 Cleveland street. Mrs. Parker is on the sick list. . Archie Thomas is able to be out, but has to use a cane. . Earl Smith, of Cleveland, attended funeral of his sister, Mrs. Myrtle Frances, Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00. Mrs. Emerson's chapel, last week. . Mrs. Daniel Littsburgh entertained the Research Club Tuesday evening at her home. . Austin Felton, aged 40 years, died at the city hospital January 27 and up to this writing no relatives had been heard from. If you know of any, will you please notify H. G. Emerson, undertaker, 10 Decker street. . Mrs. Hannah Bogges slipped and fell Monday evening. She was unconscious for a while, but was not seriously injured. . Captain and Mrs. Willis Collins, of Lowellville, entertained at dinner Sunday the following members of the K. F. Paterson, I. F. Paterson Clarence Norris, Mr. and Mrs. William Saunders and Miss Sadie Bogges. . A sleighing party was given Tuesday evening by the members of the Zuleika Club, of Struthers, making their destination the home of Miss Emma Arnold, of Poland, Cards and dancing were modes of entertainment. Mr. Gilbert Kemp, accompanied by William Bailey, violinist, presided at the piano. During the evening several soles were rendered by Mr. James Clarke. At a late hour a delicious luncheon was served by the hostess. Those present were the Misses Thelma Washington and Nettie Brown, of Youngstown; Carrie Miran, Florence Smith, Laura Grashen, Susan Thomas, Mabel Smith and Mrs. Robert C. Smith, of this city; Peterson and Miss Arnold, of Poland; Messrs. Ora Cooper, Gilbert Kemp, Wayne Miller, James Clarke, Walter Tayler, Baker Miller, James Holland, Elmer Brown, B. Clarke, Carl Washington, Leslie Thomas and Frank Johnson, of Youngstown; William Day, of Poland; David Cox, of Pittsburgh, and Robert Smith and James Grasher, of this city. Miss Margaret Belle, formerly of Ironton, Ohio, and Mt. Sterling, Ky., who resides at 762 Griffith St., Youngstown, Ohio, on January 30 was married to Mr. Galen Lacy, of Youngstown, formerly of Toronto, Canada. The ceremony was per formed at the bride's home by Rev. Samuel Phillips, of Tabernacle Baptist Church. NEWS OF PORTSMOUTH, O OSWEGO, N. Y Mr. Nick Wade has removed to Massena Springs, N. Y. His employers, the H. P. Burgard Company, have a contract there, and soon as the work is completed he will return to see his friends. . Mr and Mrs. Turner were visiting in Fulton, N. Y. for a few days. Mrs. Turner held a card party on Saturday night, January 30th. It was well attended. A few of the young men present claim they will never forget it. Maybe there is a reason. . Mr. Taylor, of Fort Ontario, was in Syracuse, N. Y., looking up his old friends. . Mr. J. Benton, Jr., returned from Rochester, N. Y., a few days ago. He speaks highly of the colored folks there. . Instead of reading war news go to Harding or Carr and give a Freeman. CORSICANA, TEXAS, NEWS The young people of Corsicana are having the time of their lives. Monday night there were two entertainments one at the residence of Mr. and Mrs Dr. Phipps and the other one at Mr. and Mrs. George Wishington, in honor of Miss Annie Carslie. There were plenty of refreshments. The girls and boys spread some joy . . . Why don't you take the Freeman and let me bring it to you. Roy Gray, agent for the Freeman. COLORED MEN ORGANIZE. DES MOINES, IOWA. (Special)—Colorado business men of Des Moines, Iowa, have organized the Iowa Realty Investment Company, with S. Joe Brown as the secretary. Mr. Brown is also secretary of the local Negro, Business League. Special to the Freeman Don't forget to stop and get the Freeman at Camden Station baggage room, or 516 West Conway street, more, Md. Mary McCubbins, Agent. DALLAS, TEXAS, NEWS DALLAS, TEXAS, NEWS (By Col. J. G. Griffin, 2922 Cochran Street, Freeman Headquarters. Phone, Haskell 6956.) Xmas issue fine.—Salem T. Whitney. KENTUCKY'S CAPITAL. Afro-American Insurance Company Is Victorious in the Court of Appeals. Public Speaking Society to Debate Event at the New Columbia Theater. (By Hardin Tolbert.) FRANKFORT, Ky.—The Mammoth Life and Accident Insurance Company of Colored People of this state, who have been in court for the last six months, waiting for a decision from the higher courts, were victorious in the Court of Appeals, Supt. H. E. Hall of Louisville had the case entered on the grounds that while the white insurance companies were operating under the state law by paying $10,000, the state commissioner, M. C. Clay, refused to grant licenses to the colored insurance company on the same basis. Commissioner Clay wanted the colored insurance company to deposit $100,000, which they refused to do. The lower courts defeated the Afro-American Insurance Co., but they were sustained by the higher courts. Lawyer W. H. Wright and Al Andrew were the attorneys for the insurance company. It is alleged they were fought by a white insurance company. The National Benefit Association of Washington, D. C., had similar trouble. They were assisted here by Prof. C. L. Timberlake in securing attorney and contracting attorney, former Judge and attorney J. H. Poylesgrove, and former Judge J. H. Harborescue, many friends of Professor Timberlake hope to see him at the helm of this valuable enterprise in this commonwealth. He has had some experience in this business some years ago, and there is no young man in the state more fitted for the calling than he is. The Public Speaking Club of this city will debate on the subject, "Resolved, That Capital Punishment Should Be Abolished." A great deal of preparation is being made for this discussion. This will be given at one of the churches under the auspices of the Colored Hospital Club. Home talent presented an excellent vaudeville at the New Columbia Theater, of which Mr. Ellwood Arnold is manager and Mr. J. W. Henry is proprietor. Miss Annie Rebecca Bryant played the leading lady. Miss Bryant some time ago played the role of an Indian chief. She possesses excellent talent and is a unique specimen of a typical theatrical permormer and received many screams. She also has a melodious voice. Miss Bryant "ballin" the Jack Rag." This was her initial entering into the theatrical field at the age of six or seven. There is a fright future for her success with proper training. Miss Jessie M. Boswell, the brunette chocolate prima donna from Reed's Troubadresses, of Cincinnati, Ohio, sang "Just for Tonight" and many other selections. She has a clear articulation and with proper training there is a chance for her being cantatrice of the Afro-American theatrical women. Jessie Henderson and Joe Smith presented "The Underground Secret," a passion play. Joe played the part of a girl and Jessie played straight. In the battle over love affair, Jessie battled over love affair. They did very nice for amateurs. Evans Burton is doing some clever work at the plano, and is accompanied by Buster Foster with the clarinet, which is a winning feature with the theatrical goers. Miss Christine Seacary, the popular and attractive young lady, is at the ticket window as ever and wins many admirers by her personality. NEWS OF BUNKIE, LA. BRUNSWICK, GA. Edwards, the slayer of Mr. C. A. Shaw, on October 12, 1914, wants to be tried in another county. Through the years, he has changed the change of yeneu. When the case is called the contention will be made by his attorney that he has a strong defense on the charge of murder against Edwards and if presented fairly to the court and jury removed from all influence and prejudice, passion and bitterness, he claims he will be acquitted. The defendant has just cause to believe, the petition recites, that he will be roughly handled by a mob and lynched, and he does not feel safe in undertaking to stand his trial in Glynn county. No, its not that. Edwards is ashamed of the awful deed that stares him in the face, knowing that he stands a poor chance in the county. But go to a county in which no one knows about him, he is liable to be acquitted. . . Mr. Max Carter and M. Toney Barefield have arrived at the city and is now on the job which they have signed up for the season of 1915 with the J. C. O'Brien Georgia Minstrels. All mail will reach them at this address. . . Mrs. Mamie Flord has returned to the city after spending quite a while in Quitman and Valdosta, Ga. She would like to have her friends call at 1217 Wolf street to see her. . . Mr. Robert M. Polite has returned to the city after a week's stay at Tuskegee, where he accompanied his son, Master Meshalas Polite, who will study at that school. Prof. Irving Brown is teaching the band and orchestra and has a good many scholars on the outside. There are fifteen in the band, and ten doubles in the orchestra. Mr. Charles Bingham plays tuba in the band and orchestra and is more than making Prof. H. Carter, a teacher in the high school is a member of the band and orchestra. Mrs. Dean, teacher of Christian City, is our pianist in the orchestra. Mr. Willett Cotton, a young violinist of the city, is the secretary; Mr. R. J. Black, the secretary; Mr. H. Stewart, manager of the Fister Cafe, is doing a fine business and has a smile for all. . H. M. Charleston, the coal dealer, furnished coal for the two cities. . Miss Mamie Charleston is keeping books for her father. . Literary matinee every Friday evening at 7:30/. . Mr. Flag and Mr. Mathew have the two leading barbers shops of the city. . Mr. Stanford Gordon, of Washington, D. C., is in the city and is doing well. For first class classes go to the Carver Hotel. Prof. Irving Brown wishes to hear from all friends in and of the business. . Mr. Jack Shader died in St. Louis and was brought here for burial..The band will give its first concert tonight. PROF. E. E. HARRELL PASSED AWAY. LOUISVILLE, Ky.—A useful man has passed away, Prof. E. E. Harrell was born in Hayward county, state of Tennessee in 1862; died Tuesday morning, January 26, 1915, at Memphis, Tenn. He was principal at the school at Brownsville thirty-five years. He was a great fraternal worker and trainee in the county park. He interest of the park. He leaves two daughters in Louisville: Mrs. Batrice H. Davis, and Mrs. Emmia Mann. PAUL'S VALLEY, OKLA. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Harriay have returned from Muskegue. . . Mr. Linzy Guest was called home to Texarkana on account of his sick child. . . Mr. George Ray went to Ardmore on Sunday. . . Mr. Robert Taylor was shot in the foot by an officer last week. . . Mrs. Rena Cooper departed for Clarksville via Ft. Worth. . . Wm. Brockway went to Oklahoma City on Saturday. . . The mock conference at the A. M. E. Church, under the leadership of Mrs. Johnson and Mrs. Hamilton, is in progress. . . Mrs. Lula Alen has a very sick child. . . Mrs. Rena Fowler has been sick. . . Mr. Will Holaway is here from Ada. . . Mr. John Hamilton fell and fractured two of his ribs. . . Mrs. Stella Peas is very sick. . . Mrs. Willie Jones is able to be up. . . Mrs. Daisy Davison is very ill. . . Are you reading or depending on what they say? The Freeman has correct information. PRINGETON (IND.) NEWS The death of Mary E. Walker was a great shock to her many friends though she was ill for five weeks. She was 73 years old and was one of the A. M. E. Church's oldest members being 55 years old in being a soldier for Christ. Her funeral was harsh attended. Our loss is heaven's she leaves one daughter, H. K. Walker and John Smith, of Princeton, and four grandchildren, and a host of relatives and friends. LETTER CARRIER TENDERED BANQUET. ROCK ISLAND, ILL. (Special- Henry E. Burris, for twenty-five years a carrier in the postoffice at Rox Island, Illinois, was recently tendered a banquet by other carriers in lity city. Speeches of appreciation were delivered by the Postmaster and Asi- stant Postmaster. SPOT LIGHT RAY. SPOT LIGHT RAY. Well, we are all looking for our friend, Bert Williams, next week. We admire his wonderful attentions and look out, Mr. Williams, we will there to greet you. We'll try to control ourselves, but to see you in such a high place, don't be surprised if we burst out with an ovation. STAGE GOSSIP The Original Kinkey Doo will be act, got off at the post with his class known hereafter as Kinkey LaDoo, with appologies to Suzette Sexton and Zoroni Robinson. Brown & Hodges, singing cartoonists were in Indianapolis this week, at the Gayetty Theatre. They will open up at the Grand, Chicago, March 1st. The A. Lincoln Harris Players will open at the Ohio Theater, Louisville, Ky., week of February 8 for twelve weeks. They open with "The Colored Gents of U. S. A." Going some. Cox & Cox, Jimmie and Robbie Lee, in their sixth week at the Pekin theater, Savannah, Ga., meeting with great success nightly. S. H. Dudley time to follow. Elliott's Band and Orchestra have closed with the Littlepohns Shows and are at Troy, Ala., indefinitely. Prof. Elliott is much better after a few weeks' illness. Gray & Dunlap, Langster Bros., "The Saxaphone Kids" are at the Edgemont Theater, Dayton, Ohio. Richardson, Robinson and Happy Sy Williams Trio are at the Dreamland Theater, Dayton, Ohio. The Peewes will be with the Alabama Minstrels this season, doing one of the most versatile acts in the business, introducing singing, dancing, aerobatics, German songs and jugling. Mail will reach them at their home address, 304 East Thirteenth street, Wilmington, Del. Irene Howard and George Day, of the team of Howard & Day, are meeting with great success on their transcontinental tour. They are now in Southern California and sail for Australia on or about February 26th. They have received great appreciation from their audiences and the newspapers. E. Alfred Drew, the juggling jester and slack wire artist, will be a special feature on the J. C. O'Brien Famous Georgia Minstrels this coming season, this being the fourth successful season. Best regards to Leon, the Magician, Jolly E. Davis and Dock Strainy. Write, care J. C. O'Brien's Minstrels, care Anderson Planing Mill, Brunswick, Georgia. THE DOUGLASS THEATER, MA CON. GA. The Douglass Theater is still fur nishing good clean amusement to the theater-going public. The Two Sweets opened here last week, this being their first appearance here and they more than made good. Little Mrs. Two Sweets has made quite an impression on the Macon audiences in her childish ways and baby songs. Her husband also keeps the audience asking for more at each performance when he sings his many funny songs. By special request they are held over for another week. Mrs. Walter Childs, who does well as a single, and Bonnie & Semouri Clark, sister team, in "A Curious Puzzle," will hold down the bill this week with the Two Sweets. They come highly recommended. This house is showing some of the best pictures produced, using the Universal service, also the World Feature Corporation and are giving first run, five-reel features. The management spares no pains to give their patrons the best money will buy. Miss L. Mound, the pianist, has been sick for three weeks with pneu monia, but at this writing is able to be up and on the road to recovery. Miss Ruby Barnes, our popular ticket seller, also a pianist, is holding down the music department until Miss Mounds' recovery. The bass, the proprietor, will leave for Florida this week on his annual vacation. AT THE LINCOLN THEATER, CINCINNATI, O. The first night at the Lincoln Theater, under new management, was a grand success, both financially and artistically. The show was as follows: Brown & Demont made a strong opening act and pleased the well filled house immensely. Miss Brown has lost none of her former charm and Demont was all that could be expected. Miss Lena Henderson, formerly of The Hendersons, did very nicely single. Glenn & Brogdale were, and more than upheld their former reputation in this city—funny as ever. Popular Colonel Brown was very much in evidence at the Lincoln last Monday, Wherever you see Mr. Dempsey, look out for the Colonel. Miss Maxton Williams, former wife of H. H. Pugsky, has sued for divorce. She cites many causes for her action. WHAT'S AT THE DREAMLAND THEATER, TULSA, OKLA. (By John Gertrude.) The Dreamland has another strong bill to offer this week. Practically the whole town came to see The Weavers, who have not been seen here for over three years. They were well received when they came out on the stage. The bill opened with Gordon & Gordon, who are back with us again and were well received from the word go. Bat Gordon in comedy was a big hit, his line of comedy, songs and dancing going big. Keep the good work up, old boy. You've got 'em. Mrs. Gordon, who has a big voice and sings to beat the band and dances as well, was not slow at all. She knows just how to put a song over so as to make the people like it. This team can surely go some, and they are the big noise out this way. Then comes Job Gertrude, the versatile comedian, in a clean, and classy act, got off at the post with his classy appearance, starting slow, but worked up to a big finish with the "Memphis Blues." Then came the Weavers' opening and they were well received. There was a bit of eccentric comedy by the male member and the lady member is a very pretty little lady in her stunning outfit. She has all that goes to make up a successful stage woman, making her an ideal and regular summer girl. Mr. J. J. Weaver has lost nothing in years; really, he has gained, as all things do which are really good in the first place. His talk is all new to the patrons of this house and is full of fun. In fact, there are no bad places in his act. He is jittery funny enough. He is a comedian with a great sense of humor. Weaver is a good straight. Her mood and her expression as she sings go right to the hearts of the old "scrapers" who have begun to think themselves "all in" in the loving line. They close with "Darktown," and it was a good one. Then old Job Gertrude & Co. came along and brought up the rear in a dramatic tabloid, "Just a Man." Every one was on the job in their act and it was a great surprise and got a big hand. Mr. J. W. Williams, our owner and manager, has a good smile and sends best regards to all friends. FIDLER & SHELTON TO PUT ON NEW ACT. NEW YORK CITY—(Special)- Fidler & Shelton, those two boys from THE FATHER AND SON OF THE MASTER Indianapolis, will put on their new ac at Keith's Union Hill Theatre Monday February 8. ST. LOUIS THEATRICAL NOTES. That the Booker Washington Theater continues to offer high class attractions in spite of the "hard times" speaks well for its popular manager, Chas. H. Turpin. This week is no exception to the rule and the patrons appreciated the fact by crowding the house to the doors Monday night. Grant & Rector, late of the Black Patti Company, open the show with an artistic exhibition of the latest society dances. To rate them the best that have appeared here in this art is saying much, but we feel justified by the reception they are receiving. Of their three numbers, perhaps the second, "Slow Drag," is the greatest novel, as it is a composit arrangement of all the latest movements. They are very good. The Harrison-Stewart Players are making their third appearance here, and incidentally scoring their biggest hit in "Private Bullet Head," with Mr. Stewart in the title role. Will A. Cook shows up as Capt. Jack Jackson to even better advantage than as the tramp character in which we admire him so. The ladies, Jeanette Cooke and Viola Stewart, are well fitted to the parts they play and as usual go good. Bowman & Burnett are the vocal triumphs on the bill and win the admiration of the audience with their excellent singing, spiced with gingerly dialogue of the pure-joke variety. They are well up to the B. W. standard. Jones & Liston finish the program in a scream, a continuous scream that knows no end, until the curtain is down. By special request, Miss Lisbeth is singing "Titanic Blues," and this is the feature of the entire bill. Jones cleans up with his comical lingual and eccentric dancing. It is well they close the show for they would be forced to stop anyhow. Steve Adams Dies. Steve Adams, trombonist in the Booker Washington orchestra, son of the well known "Pop" Adams, and one of the most popular musicians in St. Louis, died here Monday night from congestion of the brain. Mr. Adams was only sick four days and his death came as a shock to his many thousand friends and acquaintances. He was mutually considered the backbone of the B. W. orchestra and his chair will be hard to fill. L. L. GIBSON'S AGGREEMENT IS BOOKER FOR POSITIVE POSITIVE NATION AT RICHMOND. L. L. Gibson's Mammoth Cabaret Show is booked for the Exposition at Richmond, Va. July 4th to August 4th, 1915. This is the first show booked for the occasion. This will be the leading show at the Exposition. Mr. S. H. Dudley is organizer and producer of this show and will lose no time making this the greatest show on earth. It will have a large seating capacity and will be under a 100-foot canvass. Mr. Dudley and Mr. Gibson have had their heads together for a year on this show, and hundreds of dollars will be spent to make the public feel pleased. It will also be noted for its beautiful girls and costumes and sweet music and novelty acts. THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER Chicago Weekly Review By Sylvester Russell. "THE MIKADO" AT THE AUDITORIUM—THE CRITIC SEES HIS FAVORITE OPERA, WITH DE WOLF HOPPER AS KOKO—THE CASTE EVIL IN THE GALLERY. *** Jerome & Lewis at the Grand-An drew Tribe Tribute to Popular- a single Band, In Hindi To old theatergoers it is intoxicating to hear Dick Lewis, the phenomenal alto, who, when old Peter Jackson was uncle Tom, Lewis was the boy wonder I heard in the quartet in New York, years ago. After he had shone as a minstrel solist, still later vaudeville claimed him as its own, for, with simplicity and a marvelous voice, he has ever held the front rank as a female country girl in character that is entrancing, and Jerome, his partner, manages to support him excellently. The Creole Band is here at last, in ragtime and Southern pastimes that were quaint in ancient days, and so anew they please us now. There was a violinist, harmonist and a dancer, who ventured out into sentiment. The white acts were Hal Davis and Jane Ware in "The Unexpected," a noisy thing, no acting, but it pleased. Loos Brothers sang, and the Golden Horse was a trained feature in bronze, with a female artist in poses. The last half of last week had Andrew Trible's Possum Hollow Trap (a jazz act with Holman Taylor (not Jack Smith as incorrectly reported last week). Mr. Taylor is very clever as a singer, dancer and comedian, and is actually intelligent and funny. Tall Clinton Taylor and Little Rastus were lightning dancers. Davis & Greer could have also remained a week. The white acts embraced the Harmony Trio, very fine female singers; the Masiroff Troupe of Russian dangers were great in their native stunts. Others were Holman Brothers in comedy bar pleasure and Logan & Ferris. Dave Peyton's Orchestra did nicely, and Managers Horn and Johnston are maintaining a popular standard that should be liberally supported. Billy Henderson and Fanny Wise a Modern Treat at the New It was a new team of modern artists, with a classy dialogue, that we expected and discovered in Henderson & Wise last Monday evening. They filled the house at every performance. If Henderson ever amounted to anything, he has just waked up to show us that he is some comedian, and has now established his claim. The transatlantic dialogue took high rank. Fanny Wise, the "Red Moon" prima donna, of Cole & Johnson fame, electrified in "Lena," one of her character pieces. She told Henderson that he is a fine specimen to criticise others and he replied, "Yes, that's what they say about Spencer Russell which brought objected to personal jobs have always objected to personal jobs actors, this one qualified. Tim and Hester Moore returned popular in one of their old, but good, sketches. The Lillards, in a new act, were not only good, but made a hit in "AN I Want Is You," and Lucile Dexter, a white tryout, wore pants. Clarence Jones, a fine leader, and St. Claire White, the soul-stirring violinist, added tone to perfection. The Old Monogram Closes. The old Monogram has closed temporarily. It had insured that it will become a picture house, but the project, if true, would only be a failure. Good colored acts are the only things that could pay in the Monogram. The Moving Picture Houses. The States, with an augmented orchestra and a feature photoplay, drew heavily. Manager Maurice Salkin announces "The Girl I Left Behind Me" for Saturday, and "Money" for Sunday. The Lincoln was well filled. The Phoenix was full matinee and night "The Broken Circuit" Saturday and "Fable of the Husband" will be seen Sunday. The Pekin Trio, Sam Arnold, Bill Cole and Dobby Moton, were features at the Fountain in a Confederate erate. Washington did show with "Daisies" and the lights showed up well. The Atlas at Forty-seventh street is now a fixed temple "The Money God" Saturday and "The Man in the Cellar," of the Detective Series, will be seen Sunday. The Elite No. 2 Opening. The formal opening of the new Elite No. 2 cafe and buffet with cabaret in the grill room on the lower floor, took place January 28 all day long, with music, food, wine and song. Not only is the interior of the building the handsomest and most classy of any of the kind in Chicago, but in point of modern design, the Elite Measured Jones and Cadoze have ellipsed all former efforts. People were turned away during the entire evening. The frescoe center light NEW ELITE No. 2. on the lower floor, including painted pictures by Floyd Willis, one of the waiters, and the green plush carpet in the upper floor, all are exam- modest richness. Mr. Whitson is the house manager, and Will Able manager of the cafe and cabarets. Handsome souvenirs containing a picture of the house were given away. The kitchen crew consists of both colored and Chinese service and the regular bill of fare is American and Chinese menu, including a wine list. Henderson Bowens, the tenor, is the upstairs entertainer, and the orchestra consists of LeRoy Brown and Horace George. The lower entertainers are George Hall, Elvira Johnson and Ethel Cole and the orchestra consists of Dan Parrish and Armstrong. The coffees are entered from the left-hand private door. E. L. Smiley is the uniformed door tender. The buffet, which is entered by a public door to the right, is handsomely appointed, with an open wine room to the rear facing the cashiers desk, and telephones are in adequate service. The Deluxe, with Mary Ray and Ollie Powers as solosists, was full every evening. Charley Young had his little crowd to sing to in Al Russell's cozy grill room. The Panama's new painted palace is nearly complete, and the string instrumentists and singers are still a feature. The new cafe at the Richieh is propoised to open, and to be the guest of George Cok, the proprietor, and Frank P. George at a breakfast luncheon conceived by the Danebegay productmaster. There are nice entertainers at the Iowa Club, State and Thirty-second streets, and the Business Men's Exchange has just opened at Twenty-eighth and State. Stage Notes and Stroll News Shelton Brooks and Clarence Bowens said hello passing through the city en route for Milwaukee last Sunday. ```markdown ``` Billy Williams, the famous contortionist, formerly known as the Frog Man, who recently met with financial reverses, will probably return to the stage. However, he was seen in the Consolidated Booking Exchange. * * * Matt Marshall and Billy Cumby left Monday for Lacrosse and Rockford. Then they go East on Harry Webber's time. * * * The two letters produced recently by S. H. Dudley and the one by Lew Henry, both of whom have matured in experience, were undeniable examples and their arguments will do much good. ```markdown ``` Irvin C. Miller, who recently formed a stock company at the Lincoln theater, Nashville, Tenn., in "Mr. Rag time" with a new company, later put on "Sam from Bam," another production from his own pen, which was highly spoken of. As an author of the young school, I can safely say there are none in Irvin Miller's class. Kid Jones was the feature comedian. JONESBORO, ARK. If you want to keep the wierd blues away read The Freeman. On sale at the Monarch Shaving Parlor, 212 Church Street. P. J. Johnson. WHAT'S DOING DOWN IN NEW ORLEANS. Iroquois Theater—Davis & Davis, Billy Higgins and other acts. .. The Temple Theater opened again with pictures and vaudeville. .. The Poodle Dog Cabaret is still holding its own with that noisy bunch of entertainers. .. George Whipperner, manager of the Little Ruby saloon, sends regards to Lew Kinner. .. The Young artist of the Little Ruby saloon, their high class music, these boys should go on the road with their orchestra, as there are others on the road drawing big salaries that can't reach this bunch. It looks like dear old New Orleans is a resting place for performers, as there are so many idle performers here. Their names follow: Ruby Jones, Happy Lockheart, Bailey & Bailey, Edna Benbow, Aggie Tansell, Alma Hugh, Mick Johnson, Arthur Ann, Clarence Williams, Harry Bonner, Jenniferey, Bruce & Bruce, McNeal & McNeal, Pebblebone, Thelmna the Great, George Able, Willie Sims. .. Wm. Benbow sends regards to Buzzin Burton, Porter & Porter. I am still down in N. O. fighting Red Bean—well den THE DEATH OF LUKE GARVIN. Luke Carvin, a well known comedian and old lady impersonator, was found dead in his room at Sayre, Okla., January 31, having died between 10 a. m. and 1:30 p. m. He was found by the manager, Leon W. Marshall, with whom he has been associated for 14 years. Mr. Marshall, with the assistance of Billy Arnute and A. St. Clair Fox, did what they could by way of caring for his remains, notifying his relatives and others. He was greatly regarded by the manager and by the whole company, "Happy Days In Dixie Land." He was considered one of the best impersonators in the business. FROM R. & P. MINSTRELS. (Pearl Moppin.) The Georgia's are in Idaho doing nicely. Jerry Mills joined us at La Grande, Ore., January 27, and has charge of the stage. Everything running smoothly. Howard and Mason, Gant and Perkins "Chicken Reel" Beaman sends regards Tyler and Gerwood, Grifin sisters, Syd ney Kirkpatrick, would like to hear from you. The boys send regards to all friends STAGE NOTES. T. Spencer Finley, the actor-manager, who severed his connection with the Lincoln Theater February 1st, won many friends during his stay in the Queen City by his progressive methods of catering successfully to the public and has accepted an offer from promoters of a theater to return in the spring and open a new house in that city. (By Billy E. Jones.) Jones & Johnson are at the Boulevard, N. Y. * * * Dotson & Gordon are at the Strand, Winnipeg, Can. * * * Winifred & Marten are at the Palace, Philadelphia. * * * Brooks & Bowen are at the Majestic Theater, Milwaukee. * * * Cooper & Smith are at Shea's Theater, Buffalo, N. Y. * * * Miller & Lyles are at the Keith Theater, Philadelphia. * * * Marshall & Cumbney are at La Crossse, Wis., this week. * * * Howard & Mason are at the Pantages Theater, Spokane. * * * Dean's phantoms are at the Academy Theater, Fall River, Mass. Henry Troy, the ballad singer, is soon to appear on the stage as a blackface comedian. * * * * Miss Laura Bailey, your brother desires to hear from you. Lester L. Stanley, 8545 Clinton County, Dannemora, N. Y. * * * Mrs. Selena Hall Vodery, mother of Will H. Vodery, the well known musician and composer, died January 22d at her residence, 1232 Pine street, Philadelphia. * * * The Blankneal Cafe, 118 West 135th St., New York, now one of the popular places in Harlem and the management wishes all visitors to call before going elsewhere. * * * Billy E. Jones, the popular baritone, is scoring a hit with songs, "In the Same Old Town," "In the Hills of Old Kentucky" and "She Used to be the Slowest Girl in Town." The patrons are enjoying the song hits at the popular café, 2161 5th avenue, N. Y. Mr. Woods, the proprietor, is making a success of the cabaret, which is the best in Harlem. * * * * Hunter & Chapelle, en route this week, first half at Brant Theater, Brant, Can., and January 31 and February 1, 2 and 3, Cataract Theater, Niagara Falls, February 4, 5 and 6. Winifred & Marten open on the Loen's time return engagement at the Columbia Theatre, Brooklyn, last week for ten weeks, having just finished the Proctor Circuit and the boys are scoring a big hit on all the bills. * * * * In when Jersey City don't forget to visit the A La Mode dining rooms, 49 Fields street. Good music every evening. Sacred concert every Sunday with first-class artists and the only place of its kind in Jersey. Mrs. Thomas Richardson, proprietress. Miss Ethel Pugh, cashier. Lester A. Walton presents J. Lubrille Hill's "Darktown Follies" at the Lafayette Theater this week and the show is bigger and better in every respect since their last engagement here in New York, and now they will also please with this stellar attraction and the best vaudeville acts are booked at this house. THE COLORED CHAUFFEURS BAN QUET AT LOUISVILLE, KY. The colored chauffeurs of Louisville, Ky., gave their first banquet at the Climax Cafe of J. B. Williams, 918 West Walnut street, Thursday night, BERT (BONEPART) WILLIAMS THE GREAT. Bert Williams, the well known comer-ter-goers are great admirers of him, dian, appears all the week of Febru- no less than the colored people. He ary 5th, English's Opera House. Mr. appears in his 150 persons, and which is comedians of today. The white thea- the leading aggregation of the kind. Bert Williams, the well known comer-ter-goers are great admirers of him, dian, appears all the week of Febru- no less than the colored people. He ary 5th, English's Opera House. Mr. appears in his 150 persons, and which is comedians of today. The white thea- the leading aggregation of the kind. Susie Sutton is No More But in Her Stead we Find MISS SUZETTE SEHON That decidedly clever character comedienne. In a new and up-to-date repertoire. Permanent address 539 Fla. Ave., N. W., Washington, D. C. Wanted a Partner! In Owning and Operating the STAR THEATRE, DALLAS, TEX. This is the largest and finest theatre for colored people south of Chicago. For part culars write "OWNER," 2614 Main Street, Dallas, Texas Here's What You Want The Colored Theatrical Date Book It tells everything about the colored profession. Price 17 cents in stamps. ADDRESS THE FREEMAN 220 W. Vermont St., Indianapolis, Ind. New Columbia Theatre! Ellwood Arnold, Mgr., Frankfort, Ky. High class vaudeville and pictures. Want to hear from first class acts of all kinds, singles, doubles, trios and novelties. J. W. Henry, Propriator Shug Oliver, Stage Mgr. January 28. This was the first affair of this kind our colored chauffeurs have ever given in this city. The table was very nicely decorated with flowers and there were five courses served. The table was set for twenty-five. There were several members made speeches for the benefit of the new members. They were also entrained by Mr. Williams' entertainers, and Mr. David Taylor was toastmaster. Those present were David Taylor, president; Edward Taylor, vice president; Leo Rogers, secretary; Duke Silkman, treasurer; John Cox, Philip Gee, A. B. Keane, J. Reid, Isaac Williams, R. Buford, Claude Rogers, Philip Stone, Gus Walker, Oscar Ballinger, Claude Anderson, Ryan Tyree, Elmore Young, A. Harrison. COLORED UNDERTAKER BUILDS CHARLESTON, S. C., (Special.)—Mr. E. G. Charleston, a colored undertakes of Charleston. South Caro lina, has erected a $10,000 office building in that city. MITTEE OF THE SECOND WARD ENTERTAINS THE LADIES—MR. ROBERT SWITZER FOR MAYOR AND MR. AL RUSSELL FOR AL DERMAN. LAUDED. (By Sylvester Russell.) CHICAGO (Special)—The ladies of the Twenty-sixth Precinct were entrained by the Twenty-sixth Precinct Committee of the Second Ward at the residence of William Henley, 3444 Wabash avenue, on Wednesday evening, January 27. Mr. Henley, who is chairman of the committee, stated that the organization is against Carter Harrison and has indorsed Robert Swetzer for Mayor of the city. He spared no pains in advocating the cause of Al Russell for Alderman of the Second Ward, whose door of hospitality had always been open long after the length of holiday, and he has ever been the man to contend for the rights of people, regardless of creed, color or condition. Chief among the speakers were Miss Sarah Hopkins and Miss Gleason, who both spoke in short affecting the outlook of the situation, expressing their surprise at seeing so many colored people present interested in the Swetzer-Russell campaign. Mrs. F. B. Jones, of 3409 1:21 State street, also gave a very interesting discourse. Al Russell spoke as an obligation, and Dr. Jones, who was a listener, is also a very busy person, and he served to the ladies and a very warm feeling of harmony was enjoyed in the repast. There were 125 people present. The committee, which intends to continue these meetings, is as follows: William Henley, chairman; Walter Luney, secretary; Henderson W. Bowen, arrangement committee; T. V. Richardson, recording secretary; J. D. Walker and Needham Wright. SHEEFIELD, ALA. Dr. R. T. Brown, M. D., D. D., D. Birmingham, Ala., was in Sheffield last week, holding his quarterly conference. . . Mr. Thomas Gipson, who has been confined to his bed, is able to be out again. . . Mrs. Carrie Field, who is confined to her bed at her home, Mr. and Mrs. B. T. Thompson, of Sheffield, spent several days in Memphis last week. . . Mrs. Collie enter 5 tained friends one evening this last week. .. Mr. Nail Jones spent last Saturday in Town Creek, Ala, with his brother. .. Mr. Cecil Jones returned home Sunday. His little niece, Miss Lena Jones, accompanied him home. .. Mrs. Lillie Bell Abernathy continues ill at her home. IMPORTANT. Would like to hear from Miss Margie Sipp. Kindly write to Mr. H. J. Hury, Prop. Champion Theater, Birmingham. Ala. SIX COPIES OF MUSIC FOR ONE DOLLAR. Send one dollar in money order to Sand Joplin Ink, 125 Fifth Avenue, New York, or any of any of his compositions you may select or six assorted of any popular artist from New York, 138th St, New York. ROUTE. The Smart Set Co., with Salem Tutt Whitney—Sandusky, Ohio, February 8; Elyria, 9; Pittsburgh, Pa., 14. Richard & Pringle's Minstrel—Direction of Holland & Felkins, Glenn Perry, Idaho, February 8; Shoshone, 9; Oakley, 10; Twin Falls, 11, 12. In Old Kentucky—St. Louis, Mo., week of February 7. F. C. Huntington's Minstrel—Camden, Ark, February 9; Gurdon, 9; Prescott, 10; Nashville, Ark, 11; Hope, Ark, 12. Silas Green Co—Eph Williams, Manager, Miami, Fla., February 8. Brown University—Webster, Wis., February 8 to 13. Brown's Tennessee Minstrel—Sheldon, N. D., February 8; Lisbon, 10; Grand Rapids, 11, 12, 13. LETTER LIST. Gentlemen's List. Anderson, R. J. Anderson, Charles Brown, Herman Burns, Sandy Burton, Earl Coleman, Das Blue, Stea Cooper, Grant A. A. Evans, Sam Eldridge, W. L. Earle, Robert Everly, Ulysses Freels, Eugene Harris, Boyd Johnson, Simpson Glazier's Jubilee Singers. Harris, Ulfstrus Harris, Eugene Harris, Boyd Johnson, Simpson Johnson, Simpson Housley Bros. Johnson, James Johnson, Simpson Johnson, Bennie Kewley, Fred Lemons, Eddie LaVine, Louise Lewis, Charles H. MacWorthin, Dan Miles, Rae Cuban, Mack Mack Mack & Mack McDaniels, Lester Medley, Percy Mason, Elvis Nassau, Frank People, A. Polson, Dillion Russell, Hol Rutherford Richardson, Irvin Pugh, Wm. Silver, Jm. A. Hooten, Eugene Harris, Boyd Johnson, Simpson Johnson, Simpson Thompson, Thomas Tobias, Josephine Tobias, Worthington, Harry Wallace, C. H. Wallace, H. H. Wightman, Joyful Ladies' List. Brown, Mary Lee McDow, Josie Bobbs, Hattie McCoy, Viola Bostwick, Marie Owens, Alice Bostwick, Marie Hattie Brown, Magnolia Schiffer, Bertha M. Cox, Miss D. M. Smith, Trixie Cooper, Madeline Sipp, Margie Taylor, Todd Marie Hendricks, Mamie Redmond, Della Harrison, Maggie Taylor, Ruby Harrison, Maggie Redmond, Della Harrison, Maggie White, Hattie Creoal, Vera Whitman, Hazel McGinty, Artie B. Williams, Gertrude SUE GRUNDY,' Prop. First Class Accommodations for Professional People. 3157 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Illinois On is No More to read we Find NTE SEHON or comedienne. In a new and Permanent address Washington, D. C. Partner! (A Seen lieard Orci PassINS «by Salem Turt Whitney With the Smartt Ser Co. scheduled for one nigat only. We arrived there about noon Saturday . The Call announced that we woul ieave after the show, making it use less to secure rooms, therefor we mad ready to spend the remaining part o} the day in the theater. Not a cheering prospect after one has been doing tw a day for nearly three weeks. But there was a most agreeable sur prise awaiting us, The stage manage of the theater sald he had just re celved a phone message from the Pos tum Cereal Company, saying that 1 any of the company desired to be shown through the plant they would send their representative for them and take pleasure in showing such persons about. Every one was anxious to gc ‘and in a very few moments Mr. F. D Ernst, the company’s representative came’ for us. Whoever selected Mr Ernst for the position was a keen judg of human nature, Mr. Ernst 1a the right man in the right place, a born gentleman, dignified but not austere refined but not prudish; intellectual with no effect of the high brow. A man capable of adjusting himself read ily to all circumstances and peoples A good conversationalist and an excel: Jent listener; quick to appreciate s good story and a hearty laugh for 2 well-placed pun; without affectation or condescension. ' His face glowing with health, energy and good nature, he be came one of the party and with his en gaging talk made us forget the cold while we awaited the car and as we were being ushered into the adminis tration building made us all feel that we were having a special honor be stowed upon us and that the highest ambition of his life was to administer to our pleasure, Who has not heard of Grape Nuts Post Toasties and Postum? Today these foods are shipped to all parts of the world. “Tackle the work Just in front of you. Strive in an honest way to do the best you can, and {f, having done your best, there seems to appear the hand of some overruling power which hammers you, take it Ike a good piece of steel and come right off the anvil with a better temper and a keener edge.” These are the words of ©. W. Post, the producer of Postum, Grape Nuts and Post Toasties. A man of indomitable will and indefatigable courage. We were shown a little barn where Mr. Post made his first Postum. People thought him crazy. — Who wanted a substitute for coffee? No one would lend him money and the ten acres and the little barn were mort gaged. In fact Mr. Post had to get the gasoline stove on credit to cook the first Postum and the clerk who let him have the stove was threatened with ischarge for doing him the favor. His credit was no good. That was in 189%. ‘Today, twenty years from that Insts nificant beginning, the ttle barn, which is yet standing, fs surrounded by twenty or more great buildings and from them comes the inspiring roar of a great industry, furnishing employ: ment to hundreds of men and women, working night and day shifts. Today Postum Cereal Co., Ltd., is capitalized at $5,000,000. When Mr. Post. died May 9, 1914, at Santa Barbara, Cal., the estate’ was assessed at $20,000,000. ‘What a glorious monument to leave behind. Postum Cereal Co. stands an impressive object lesson to the value of right methods, earnest endeavor, tenacity of purpose, fntelligence and unselfishness. Mr. Post had ever a thought to the comfort of his employes and associates, so there came into be- ing a business producing pure and wholesome foods, an organization hav- ing as its intent the making of honest dollars im ourroundings of business sunshine, radiating and reflecting a Peaceful prosperity. ‘We were first shown into the Ad- ministration building, which is the most unique and handsomely furnished general office building in the world. ‘Upon entering one is immediately im- pressed with the richness of the fur nishings. ‘This surely can not be a Dusiness office, it must be an academy of fine arts. Here is seen a wonder- ful painting by David James, “A Cor- nish Roller,” valued at $10,000. Next, “fngaged,” valued at $5,000, and painted by Tito Conti, and one finds oneself in a veritable art gallery of master creations, selected and ar- ranged with the taste of a connoisseur, and we gazed with reverent admira- tion at works of the world’s master painters. Then there were handsome examples of Venetian carving, relics from the ruins of Rome, specimens of intricate Moorish art and, finely wrought suits of armor together with interesting Indian and pre-historic ob- Jects from the southwest. We gazed on original marble busts of the Roman Bmperor Hadrian, Marcus Aurelius An- toninus, and Seneca. Special permit had to be obtained to bring these art treasures from Italy. We were lost in ‘a maze of wondering enjoyment. Pres ently our ears caught the click, click, click, of typewriting machines and we were brought to the realization that we were in an office building where the business of one of the largest manufacturing establishments of the country was being transacted. Then we caught the peaceful, homelike in fluence that permeated everywhere ‘There are no interior offices, all are well lighted by the sun and elecricity ‘The door to every office opens into the art gallery. When one considers this ‘one catches Mr. Post's idea for com ining art and commerce, who coulé remain impervious to the gentle, soft ening, inspiring influence eminating from these works of art. All the ap pointments of a big luxurious home STAGE NOTES. ‘They send regards to Leon and Cooper. Jones and Liston are at the Mono- gram Theatre, Chicago, this week. ©. ©. Granger, now at Indianapolis, says C, P. Thomas write, care Free- man. Norman Mason, solo cornetist, is still enroute with A. Rabbit Foot Com- pany. He sends regards to all friends. Queen Dora, the vaudeville star, has been engaged by Young Bros. at an enormous salary to star their big vau- Geville act of eight people, that is surround the details of daily business, Of this building Mr, Post said: “Here let Art be used ‘To soften Commerce; And Music to rest the soul From the tire of the Day.” Next we were shown the huge tanks that hold from 25,000 to 150,000 bush els of wheat from which Postum {s made. Not one grain or particle o! coffee or any other substance enters Postum except choice wheat ‘and small percentage of molasses. Nc chemicals whatever are use. The whole wheat is roasted and ground by @ specific process and we get Postum which is a food, pure, wholesome and nutritious and does not produce the disastrous consequences of tea and cof- fee which are both drugs. Mr. Ernst next invited us into the dining room where we were seated at tables and each served with a bowl of delicious Grape Nuts, Post Toasties and real cream and a steaming cup of instan- taneous Postum. The company fur- nishes dinner to all the employes. It saves time and gives them more time in which to rest. ‘Then we visited the Grape Nut de partment. Grape Nuts were given to the public about two years after Pos- tum. Twenty-four hundred bushels of wheat and barley are consumed daily in their manufacture. Grape Nuts are composed of whole wheat and barley flour, yeast, salt and artesian water. The food gets its name from the process which changes the- starch of the wheat and barley into grape su- gar, “Nuts” being purely a fanciful addition to the word “Grape” sug: gested by the brittle condition and nut like flavor of the food. We saw the great dough mfxers that turn out eighty-five tons of dough daily. The mixture is moulded into great loaves by a machine that turns out 28,000 loaves per day. ‘These loaves are Toasted in eighteen large brick ovens After cooking they are sliced and toasted slowly in other ovens, after toasting thoroughly they are ground and placed in packages that are on sale everywhere. No less interesting was the place where Post Toasties are made, from the heart of Indian Corn. After a process of cooking the corn goes to a curing bin, remaining there for thirty hours. It is then drawn out and passed between ponderous steel rollers, where the pieces are drawn out into water- like flakes, thin and transparent as parchment. They are now ready for the toasting ovens to which they are carried by endless canvass belts. From the toasting ovens the finished food is passed along a cooling belt into the packing bins. Some idea of the won- derful machinery in this department may be had from the statement that over 250,000 packages of Post Toasties are manufactured daily and not once is the product touched by hand. Mr, Ernst conducted us from place to place without tiring, answering our numerous questions with every indica- tion of pleasure, giving us interesting data and detailed accounts adding a touch of human interest that made the visit one never to be forgotten. Sev- eval members of the company threaten to become habitual Postum drinkers, Your correspondent included. Lawrence Buss Williams has recoy- ered sufficiently to return to his old position of trap-drummer with the company. Mr. Williams has been un- der the charge of Dr. Robert T. Burt, M.D,, at the Home Infirmary, Clarks- viile, ‘Tenn. coe Miss Jennie B, Hillman, who has been with the company for several weeks, returned to New York from Detroit, Mich. Miss Hillman {s re- sponsible for the gorgeous costumes worn by the Smart Set girls. Her Gress creations have received the highest praise from press and public. The entire company is grateful to Miss Hillman for her unselfish interest in its welfare. soe Miss Emma Jackson writes that she will be able to return to the company ina few weeks. sae Major Daniels, basso profundo of In- dianapolis, Ind, now en route with J. M, Busby's minstrels, writes that the show is still doing business and sends regards to his many friends, He would like to hear from the Puggsley Bros,, Lewis, Charley and Richmond. see “I'm Neutral,” written and com- posed by T. L, Corwell, J. Homer Tutt and your correspondent, is a decided hit everywhere. Charles Turpin, pro- prietor the Booker Washington’ The- ater, St. Louls, Mo., pronounced it the best comedy song in the last five years. see John Gibson, the hustling little man- ager of the New Standard Theater, Philadelphia, Pa., from all accounts is keeping up with the leaders of the show game, The excellent and care- fully selected bills presented always assure full houses. Vaudeville per- formers playing the Standard will be delighted to find Charley Taylor, the ‘wonderful violinist, back in his old po- sition as leader of the orchestra. Does tt pay to advertise? ‘The Pos- tum Cereal Co. expends more than $1,500,000 yearly for advertisement. ‘The company advertises in more than 8,000 magazines and papers. ‘The father of C. M. Post is still liv- ing at 91 years of age. He is the only living member known, of Abraham Lin coln’s funeral party. playing white time only and one week stands. They live on their beautiful $35,000 private car, going West. Mr, and Mrs. J. C. Miles and wife, ‘of Jones Bros. threering circus, were callers at The Freeman office last week. Frank Jap Reed, interlocutor, gen- eral announcer and melophone player, is now in Florida, enroute with A. ‘Rabbit Foot Company. ‘The Means are touring South Caro- lina, exhibiting in churches, halls and schools. ‘They are magicians, carrying with them a big outfit for the work. ‘Miss Gertrude Stuffin is spending THE FREEMAN, AN \LLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. i OO OSIOX—™—_—OE———_—<—XK her winter's vacation with her friend, |Iiked it all so muoh that the two men | audience in an uproar of I at 307 Rosemary “street, West Palm | were called out three or four times to|their appearance to thel Beach, Fla. After six successful weeks | add to the merriment by additional fea-|forced to respond to sev with the Martin & Martley’s Fotties.| tures. ‘The “fool fiddle” gave an inter-|calls at every perform Hello Murphy and Walker, ha! ha! | esting exhibition of his skill during the | both sang well and E208 ¢ —— ict which it on immediately.|of fresh jokes Jim Wise, writing from Yale The-| they ure the soot refseahing fun mak: | Peterson, although @ you ater, Oklahoma City, says that thelere that come to this house. ‘The|!s fast taking ranks with company there is drawing fairly well| Walkers ‘clever dancing’ were much| droll comedians of the 1 nightly. The bill is Ford and Ford,| appreciated. Criswell and Bailey in| While Mr. Summers came Gordon’ and Gordon, and Jim Wise, | comedy skit was g00d. S. H. Dudley | share of honor in the enti who is the stage manager. No fancy|and Company amused. Simms and|two comedians have gotte salaries paid, but performers get what|‘Thompsom were clever. The show|the draggy routine of co is promised, rounded out with the Monkey Cabaret |is so often termed nonset aa Orchestra, which was one of the big} Kid Checkers presented BRUNSWICK, GA. hits of the bill,. It consisted of eight | act, different from any o1 =e monkeys in the orchestra whose im{-| could be just named me, a Mack Carter and Toney Bearfield, |tations were human, and a number of |consisting of singing, tal after a stay in Atlanta, Ga, playing| monkeys and a dog who performed |centric dancing. In the gtock, have lett to join the J. C.|many startling feats. ‘They did acro-|act he plainly demonstr OvBrien show at Brunswick, Ga. Would] patio stunts, turned somersaults, | equaled by few and surpas like to hear from all friends. Answer|danced and capered in a way that|He was quite a favorite ¢ care of show. showed carefil training. Additional! | Miss Tas Belleny. pres RREAMER EE 8 of an educational, information or| number of singing and d ORLANDO, FLA: amusing character was offered. voice is musical and her — —__ rendered. Her cunning ‘Leon & Cooper, with their own show| wHAT'S WHAT ON THE S. H. DUD-|ratel the andionce from in the state of Plorids, week of Feb-| " LEY cineUIT_WEEK OF FEB. |pearance on the stage eparta to all mn RUARY. 1, 1916, ‘The program closed wit! jeer SAN — aftervpiece of western 0 Pérformers! Please Notice. . «, Washington, D.C. =| which Mr. Smeadly took ‘Will someone kindly locate, if possi- ble, Miss Lula Champs, who left her home in Chicago, Ill, for the stage. Her aged mother is ill in this city from a stroke of paralysis and is not expected to live. All the family ex cept the above daughter are at her bedside. Her mother calls for her. Any assistance in locating sala party will be greatly appreciated by Mrs. Marie Lewis, Perry street and Bedford avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa. _ LEW HALL COMING BACK TO “BAM” AFTER LONG STAY IN PENNSYLVANIA. Lew Hall, actor and playwright, af- ter playing thirty consecutive weeks with the Academy Players, in and around Pittsburgh, Pa, will open, March 15th, at Augusta, Ga,, with the Aristocracy’ Minstrels,’ as” producer and principal comedian. “In Mexico,” a musical comedy founded on the inter- national border is to be the feature attraction, THE LYRICK THEATER, KANSAS CITY, MO. The Lyrick Theater Company still holds their own with their good shows and good acts. We are working twen- ty-two people and doing a good bust- ness each and every night. The Ly- rick Theater is where you get your money and a long stay it your act is good. We cater to ladies and gen- flemen on and off the stage as the Lyrick ‘Theatre Co. play to some of the best people of Kansas City. ‘The reason we can give you four and five weeks is because we have more than one house that you can play and all belong to the same company. Keep your eyes on The Freeman, as we are going to have a big show soon. We are going to work fifty people this season in Kansas City. All the bunch send regards to all friends. Address all mail to Edward Lankford, Manager Lyrick Theatre, 1420 East Bighteenth street, Kansas City, Mo. THE VAUDETTE THEATRE, DE- TROIT, MICH. __ The Vaudette Theatre opened Mon- day night with Mr. Lew Kenner Stock Company, consisting of an all stat east, headed by Clifford Ross and as sisted by these well known artists Miss Millie Williams, Tootsis Delk Edna Barns, Josephine Tobias and Mr. and Mrs. Meyers. ‘The show that wa: presented for the public approval was “Miss Hanna From Savanna,” which was a scream from start to finish, and which is also one of Mr. Kenner’s most successful playlets. ‘The public is very much satisfied, and it looks as though this little company is here for quite a run. Anyone wishing to hear from Mr. Kenner address him at the Vaudette Theatre, Detroit, Mich. ‘The vaudeville number, consisting of Evelyn and Luke, was indeed a rare treat and a vaudeville act of the high: est type, and it can really be said that these two are real artists. Mr. Luke wishes to extend his deep: est sympathy to the family of his late partner and friend, Mr. John B. Lewis. At one time the team of Kenner and Lewis was one of the best acts in the country. THE PEKIN. ‘S\ Sivkes ad Bena, Henri Bowman returns to this house with a clever little partner, who styles herself Brunette. They are all that could be expected in a very neat act that fairly sparkles with witti cisms. Costumes Al. Stoval and Stoval complete the bill with an act that is worth the price of admission alone. Mr. Stoval's com- edy is of the side-splitting variety. Dounveer & Crippen, an act new to this community, made 'a good impres- sion as openers at this house. Next T. Spencer Finley displayed to the public the fact that his duties as manager have not detracted any from his ability as a performer. He got his audience from the start, and held them to the finish of his bright monologue. Washburn and _ Piper close amid storms of applause. Their reception would have been enough for most acts at the finish. They cer- tainly are great favorites here. Notes. The Lincoln Theatre has been leased to Horace Sudduth, Cincin- nati’s progressive young real estate agent. It is really gratifying to know that one more theatre on the circuit passes into the hands of Negro capt ‘The former wife of H. H. Puggs- ley, Miss Marion Williams, wishes it known that she is suing him for di voree. She hopes to obtain a decree very soon. When asked by The Free man what her grounds were she cited many reasons. How about it, Puggs a oe It is being rumored that Ollie Dempsey is heavily concerned in the Lincoln deal. We hope 0. It seems that fl fortune follows John Dancer, formerly fighter and sporting man. Two of his sisters have passed away in as many weeks. GIBSON’S NEW STANDARD THE- ATER, PHILADELPHIA. Funny, though frothy, is the critt- ism best applicable to Allen and Wig- gins who created plenty of laughter all ‘week at Gibson's New Standard The- ater. As usual, they were the head- liners. They presented some of their brightest bits of comedy, parody and eccentric dancing, and the audience LOOK, LOOK, MINSTREL MANAGERS! ciple. ee petit arar as : BEN TOLEDO ese eo ee eee 720.N. noie Sree _isatenapotie, a. THE SALKIN ENTERPRISES Frank Salkin, Maurice Salkin, Lee Salkin States Theatre 3506-7-9 State Street, Chicago, Il. Most Popular Vaudeville and Photo Play House on the Stroll Feature Pictures Changed Daily Admission, 10c Children, Sc Lincoln Theatre! 3132 State Street, Chicago, Il. Daily Matinee 3 p. m. First Class Orchestra The New Grand Theatre Management Horn & Johnston Devoted to High Class VAUDEVILLE & MOVING PICTURES Change of Program Monday and Thursday Matinee Sundays and Holidays 3110-12 State St. Tel. Douglas 500 Chicago, Ill. liked it all so muoh that the two men ‘were called out three or four times to add to the merriment by additional fea- tures. The “fool fiddle” gave an inter- esting exhibition of his skill during the act which canght on immediately. ‘They are the most refreshing fun mak- ers that come to this house. The Walkers ‘clever dancing’ were much appreciated. Criswell and Bailey in a comedy skit was good. 8. H. Dudley and Company amused. Simms and Thompson were clever. The show rounded out with the Monkey Cabaret Orchestra, which was one of the big hits of the bill,. It consisted of eight monkeys in the orchestra whose imi- tations were human, and a number of monkeys and a dog who performed many startling feats, They did acro- atic stunts, turned somersaults, danced and capered in a way that showed careful training. Additional films of an educational, information or amusing character was offered. WHAT'S WHAT ON THE S. H, DUD- LEY CIRCUIT—WEEK OF FEB- RUARY 1, 1915. Washington, D. C. 8. H. Dudley Theater, Lew W. Henry, Manager—Hill Sisters, Brown & Cole. Howard Theater, Andrew J. Thomas, Manager—Charles' Anderson, Criswell & Bailey; Rekomo; 8. H. Dudley, as- sisted by Daisy Martin and Will Ram sey. Fairyland Theater, Brooks & Ross, Managers—Richardson & Towel. oe Richmond, Va. Hippodrome Theater, W. J. Coulter, Manager—Ramsey & Nickerson, Brax- ton & Nugent. eae Roanoke, Va. Boston Theater, C. L. Andrews, Man- ager—Granstait & Davis, Louise Cook. Lynchburg, Va. Ford's Theater, R. F. Johnson, Man- ager—Martin & Motley Stock Co. Philadelphia, Pa. New Standard Theater, John T. Gib- son, Manager—Lawson & Brown, Isola Ringold. Pittsburg, Pa. Vaudette Theater, C. L, Dudley, Man- ager—Stock Company. vee Cincinnati, Ohio. Lincoln Theater, Spencer Finley, Manager—W. A. Kelly, Tim & Hester Moore. eee Louisville, Ky. Ruby Theater, Wilhoit & Collier, Manaxers—Yiovd & Jackson. COLUMBUS, OHIO, THEATRICAL NEWS. ‘The week of January 24th being the anniversary week for the Dunbar Thea- tre, the Hustbieg manager, Mr. Billy Smith, has. spared neither efforts nor money to give the patrons a high class show in every respect, and his efforts crowded the house at every per- formance, Prof. Charley Alexander, the musical director and pianist, ably assisted by his choice trap drummer, Mr, Junior Maston, with a full line of traps, proved a great support to the show and brought the orchestra in with shares of honors to the performances. ‘Too much cannot be said of Mr. Alex- ‘ander’s ability as a musical director, ‘as he well understands his business when he takes his seat in the orches- tra pit. Mr. Smith, being the first one on the bill, supported by Mr. John. Smeddly, presented his original Zulu act, in which Mr, Smith not only proved him- self an actor but a performer of un- usual originality. His songs and Zulu dances were a decided hit, and brought fourth a great aplause. In the intro- ductory song Mr. Smeddly displayed great talent as a singer, his voice being rich and his delivery fine. His appearance and natural propensity plainly shows he was capable of handl- ing with credit the part assigned to him, ‘The next on the bill was Chauncy Lee, who displayed great talent as a mandolin soloist, playing the latest selections in a very artistic manner. He sings well and his act was well re- ceived. Miss Carrie Gilbert, the charming little soubrette, proceeded a very plea- sant surprise. This being her second week at the Dunbar. She did a kid im- personation stunt which was well re- ceived by all. Her song features and Kid like sayings were delivered in a style pleasing to both young and old. Miss Gilbert is a real versatile sou- brette. ‘The two bright stars, Peterruu and Summers, were justly termed the “Foundry of Comedy.” They kept the © Booker Washington Theatre 234 und Marker Street, St. Louis, Mo. Cherles H. Turpin, Proprietor eer ten Bom aiGae is daye ahead Sed we will veproduce thea ob eiecs atlas Tome OF Cranes audience in an uproar of laughter from their appearance to their evit, being forced to respond to several curtain calls at every performance. They both sang well and gave out a number of fresh jokes in great style. Mr. Peterson, although a young comedian, is fast taking ranks with our leading droll comedians of the present time. While Mr. Summers came in with his share of honor in the entire act. These two comedians have gotten away from the draggy routine of comedy which is so often termed nonsense. Kid Checkers presented a very neat act, different from any on the bill. It ‘could be just named me, and me alone, consisting of singing, talking and ec- eentric dancing. In the close of his act he plainly demonstrated he was equaled by few and surpassed by none. He was quite a favorite on the stage. Miss Ida Bellany presented a fine number of singing and dancing. Her voice is musical and her songs well rendered. Her cunning ways captt vated the audience from her first ap- pearance on the stage. ‘The program closed with a laughable after-plece of western originamy, in which Mr. Smeadly took the straight Carrie Gilbert, the Indian girl, and Mr. Smith and Peterson the comedy, sup- ported by the entire company in vocal numbers, Each one handled their part in a clever manner. The house was cleverly handled the entire week with: out the slightest mistake or complaint. {The house employes, Mr. Thornton Ward (Jew), the stage manager, Guy Skelton, stage carpenter and Paul, the electrician, are three wide awake young men, entertaining to talk with ‘and will make every thing pleasant for any and all performers who can stand good treatment. Mr. Smith's efforts ably assisted by his wife, Mrs. Fanny Smith, was a success in every particular, and was highly comexced by both press and public, The New Mgjestic Theatre ‘79 East Main St., Charnpaign, Il. Mrs. G. Mathews and Mrs. M. L. Nickens, Mers. Vaudeville and moving pictures. Would like to bear from tirst class performers in all lines. Address the management. ————_—_=_=_{__——————————————— iz 7, Gibson’s New Standard Theatre! South St. at 12th, Philadelphia, Pa. John T. Gibsop, Prop. Want first class acts of all kinds. Also booking road shows. address John T. Gibson, Proprietor ———————Xz&z&z&Zz=—e THE NEW $50,000 ATLAS THEATRE! State and 47th Street, Chicago, Ill. ‘The Most Beautiful Theatre on the South Side First Run Motion Pictures of the Highest Quality. Everybody Welcome en ay Queen Theatre 421 East Ninth Street Always glad to hear from good acts. Address all mai! to Sam E. Revin, Mgr. Chattanooga, Tenn. WwiaGcs! af 3 Poe Made of Natural Human Hair, either Se go wavy or crimpy. Can be combed and dressed .. P the same as your own hair. I do not sell to Jus mF Gealers, but the people direct. YG ee ie Zn Write for a Free Catalogue OES 7 gu The reason stage performers prefer my wigs Ree y \ is that they can also be worn for strect wear, 7 \Fe / Alex. Marks . 654 Broadway, New York City FRANK HENDON INFORMS STAGE- STRUCK GIRLS. Dear Hendon—Would you like t have seen the good old minstrel day: which some of the good old actors ar always talking about? Draw a menta view of a big minstrel parade witt ‘Tutt Whitney comfortably seated in « car, which is near the beginning o the’ bunch, exhibiting the same smile which he has planted in the upper left hand corner of one of The Freemar pages. Would you like it? Ancient Annie. Answer—Don't put him on that sor of scene: He can see and hear hi over share now while passing, Ancy Dear Hendon—They say that Mr Klun, the booking agent, wears nose glasses and the glass part is es valu able as diamonds. Why doesn’t he wear a diamond and be done with it! Precious Precilla. Answer—Booking agents who weat nose glasses should never wear stones Dear Hendon—I am getting up a lit tle stock company and T tried to ge old stuck up, J. Lub. Hill, to show me how to stage some things but he wouldn't do it. Where could I find out about some of his dances? Follie Florence. Answer—At the ball, that’s all, Fol Dear Hendon—Henry Troy wants tc go with me but he seems so down- hearted that I can’t make up my mind to care for him. How can I cheer him up? Hateful Hattie. Answer—Just one word of console. tion, Hat. Dear Hendon—Why don't you open a shoe shining parlor? Indianapolis is a splendid town for such. While there I saw so many shoes that needed shining. Tidy Tena. Answer—Yes, and I see a lot of shines that needs shoeing, Tid. MUSICIANS! MUSICIANS! Do You Know Anything About What the Army Offers ? INVESTIGATE! Free instruments and music, free tickets, free board, free clothing, free medical care. Show never closes, manager always on hand, no lost time. Can use 1 clarinet, 1 saxophone, 1 cornet; others wrie. Prefer men who double in strings, Wo play Gutelde cogagemonte "inte age aad eoperione Initial salary $24 per month. Excessive drinkers save stamps. Address Wade H. Hammond Ninth U. $. Cavalry Band, Douglas, Arizona ne ttn een Dreamland Theatre, Tulsa, Okla. Sir gles, teams, trios, stock companies and road shows write in your open time. SALARY SURE. NOTICE—There is no LEE manager of the Dreamland Theatre now Those tbat did write and didn’t receive an answer, write again, as I am ow: er, manager and psymaster J.W. WILLIAMS DREAMLAND THEATRE 102 N. Greenwood Ave., ‘Tulsa, Oklahoma S. H. DUDLEY’S a = Theatrical Enterprise and Booking Exchange, Inc, ‘The oldest, biggest and best colored circuit in the world. Acts of recognized ability can always get work by writing this office. Make me your exclusive agent and stop loafing. Get wise, Mr. Manager, Get on the Dudley Circuit MAIN OFFICE 1853 Seventh St. Phone North 2063 Washington, D. c. Kid Rhodes, of Louisville, who put it on “One Round Bess” in two rounds, is looking for an engagement. Any old boy in his class, address 1208 South street, Bedford, Ind. $1,000.09 WORTH OF 2g MAGIO ee fst class.” Big. bar fe, ier Pike Th ! ike Iheatre! Mobile, Alabama R. W. NICOLLS, Mer. After an absence of eighteen months I will again be found at my “Old Stand.” All high class vaudeville acts who have, and have not worked for me, write. Address R. W. NICOLLS Box 4 Mobile, Ala. The Kid H, Thomas House When in Chicago ‘Viste the KID H. THOMAS HOUSE Furnished Rooms and Bath Light Housekeeping Mrs. Margaret Ward, Prop 3448 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Ill. ee To Movie Exhibitors SPECIAL NOTICE! The Afro-American Film Co. has just arranged to release one first class Comedy or Drama each week. First release will be made on Sunday, February 14, and one each week there- after. Write at once for terms and deliv- ery. Keep your eye on this space and title of first picture. Address Booking Department a is Afro-American Film Co ' 150 Nassau Street, New York City. | FREEMAN'S SPORT NEWS FROM POLE TO POLE LET THE LOCAL CALENDARS TELL ACCOMMODATE THE FREQUENT MANY PUGILISTS LOSE TITLES DURING YEAR. Jack Johnson and Johnny Kilbane the Only Fighters Who Retained Their Championship in 1914. The year 1914 will live long in the memories of the fistic fans. Of the many champions of the ring only two—Jack Johnson and Johnny Kilbane—the respective title holders of the heavyweight and featherweight world championship, managed to retain their honors. Willie Ritchie, George Chip, Johnny Coulon and Gunbob Smith, men who were regarded, when the year opened, as practically invincible in theiroes lost their crowns. caught Johnson retained his title easily because he picked out two soft marks—Battling Jim Johnson and Frank Moran—as his opponents. He refused to fight Sam Langford, Joe Jeanette, Gunbeat Smith, Georges Carpentier and Jess Willard. As neither Battling Jim nor Frank Moran was able to force Johnson to show his best skill or were strong enough to hurt him with a punch, the champion did not trouble in retaliation his title. On Battling Jim this did not prevent the champion from meeting Moran in Paris, June 27. Johnson refused to consider Moran seriously as an opponent and easily outpointed him in a slow bout of twenty rounds. Johnny Kilbane proved a champion in all that the term implies. 'He met all the men who challenged him and was a busy fighter all season. He won all of his bouts and scored several knockouts. That he was not strafed of his opponents in his division and that he had supreme confidence in his boxing ability was made evident when he stepped out of his class to fight Joe Mandot, a lightweight. Although Mandot is one of the best boys in the lightweight division, Kilbane held him to a draw. The bout that caused the biggest sensation in the pugilistic world was the loss of the lightweight world's championship by Willie Ritchie to Fredy Welsh of England. Ritchie had held this crown since November 25, 1912, when he obtained it from Ad Wolsterc on a foul in the sixteenth round of their bout. Welsh and Ritchie met on July 7, 1914, in London for the title, and while neither scored knockouts and both men were fighting at the finish, the referee's decision was in favor of Welsh. Another American who made the trip across the ocean to meet his Waterloo was Gunboat Smith, who had won the white hope heavyweight championship of the world by knocking out Arthur Pelky in the fifteenth round of a scheduled twenty-round bout on January 1 in San Francisco. The Gunner lost his title to Georges Carpentier, who had previously knocked out Bombardier Wells, the English heavyweight champion on two occasions. Because of the triumph over the Englishman Carpentier was called the European champion, as he had the year before won the French title. The Frenchman, while on his knees in his bout with Smith, was a four斗 bloop and that punch cost Smith his white hope championship. Since his return to America Smith has out by Sam Langford in short order in a bout in Boston and only recently was outpointed by Battling Levinsky and Jim Coffey. The Gunner showed that he was not "all in" by knocking out Tom McCarty in four rounds last Wednesday night. It will be seen by this that two foreigners have annexed titles from Americans—something that had not previously happened to the ring gladiators of this country in many years. Fred Welsh, although he won many bouts in America since he annexed the title, ran into a snag in the form of Young Joe Shugruge of Jersey City and was outpointed in a bout held at Madison Square Garden in November. Johnny Coulon was dethroned after holding the bantamweight title for many years by Kid Williams of Baltimore. Williams knocked out Coulon in the third round at Vernon, Cal., on June 3. Williams had been chasing Coulon for the title for several years. Previous to his knockout victory Williams had met and outpointed Coulon in a bout in Madison Square Garden. At that period Williams was new at the name, but he showed his caliber by beating Coulon. Williams is his champion—the best fighter in his division—the days of Terry Terry McGeevary and well can be like a wolverine. His wallop is his big asset. He is best over a twenty-round route. Unless he becomes very heavy he should hold the bantamweight championship for many a year, bearing an accident. He is by long odds the best champion we have in America today. One of the greatest sensations of the season was the knockout victory that gave Al McCoy, an obscure fighter of Brooklyn, the middleweight title. He met George Chip, the recognized title holder at the Brooklyn Sporting Club of Brooklyn on April 7 and in one minute and forty seconds of fighting knocked Chip unconscious for nearly ten minutes. Chip had previously knocked out Frank Klaus, who had stopped Georges Carpenter in France. Previously to this Klaus had won the title from Billy Papke. Chip, before being knocked out by McCoy, was considered the greatest middleweight since Stanley Ketchel, although not as clever as Ketchel. McCoy's victory was purely a "duke." Since he won the title he was whipped twice by Billy Murray of California and has been repeatedly outpointed by various middleweights and welterweights of mediocre quality. Although McCoy is the champion, he not considered in the same class with Jack Dillon, Jimmy Clabby or Mike Gibbons. The real question of competition, so the fans say, lies between Eddie and Gibbons. Clabby defeated Eddie Goory in Australia and has decisions over Jack Dillon and Chip. Gibbons has a long string of victories, and the same thing can be said of Gibbons. WHAT'S DOING IN SPORT. ALTOONA, PA—JACK Blackburn, of the city, and AL Rogers, of Buffalo, began 28, fought six of the fastest bounds ever seen here. Blackburn was given the popular decision on points. NEW YORK—Charley White, Chilien lightweight, whose illness forced the postponement of his fight with Freddie Welsh, scheduled for Madison Square garden, is willing to fight the champion February 9, if his physicians will let him, he announced today. --- EL PASO, TEX.-Jack Johnson was expected to arrive January 29 at Barbados, British West Indies, en route to meet Jess Willard at Jaurez, Mexico in a battle for the heavyweight championship of the world, March 6, according to high promoters today. Wool and arrived here January 25, to begin training. *** SUPERIOR, WIS.—Joe Mandot, of New Orleans, and Pal Brown, of Minnesota, are matched to meet in a ten-room bout in Superior, February 26. Terms have been agreed on and articles forwarded to the principals. They will weigh 133 at 3 o'clock the afternoon of the contest. MILWAUKEE—Charles Cutler has secured a judgment of nearly $1,500 against Jess Willard, the heavyweight fighter, for the assistance he rendered when Willard was down and out in St. Louis. Willard, he said, was "broke," so he put Jess on his feet, coached him, prepared him for the ring, spent about $1,000 getting him ready for a contest, only to have Willard deny the debt. *** The Chinese University of Hawaii baseball nine will again tour the United States this spring and summer, playing college and club teams. COLUMBUS, OHIO—A state boxing commission of three men appointed by the governor, is provided in a measure ready for introduction in the state legislature. The commission would be self-supporting from fees of bouts authorized by it. NEW YORK—Joe Shugrue, the Jersey aspirant to the lightweight championship, has posted a certified check for $5,000 with matchmaker Jimmie Johnston, of the Garden, for a decision fight with Freddie Welsh, champion. CHATTANOOGA, TENN.—There will be no scheduled double-headers this year in the Southern Baseball Association's playing season, the schedule committee announced January 24. The season of 124 games will open April 13 and close September 26. JOPLIN, MO—Carl Morris, Billy McCarney's Oklahoma hope, and Gunboat Smith, who last night battled Battling Levinsky, at New Orleans, have been matched for a fifteen-round go before the Southwest Athletic Club here, on February 22. * * * CLEVELAND—A bout between Johnny Kilbane, feather champion, and Kid Williams, bantam champion, in Philadelphia on February 22, is in the making. * * * CHICAGO—Ad Wolgast, former lightweight champion, will begin training here for the twenty-bourn bout on April 24. Wolgast is trying to arrange another fight in the meantime to be held in Milwaukee. ```markdown ``` The following members of the A. B. C. baseball team of Indianapolis are now at Palm Beach, Florida, playing ball with the Breakers: Puggie Hutchinson, George Shively, Ben Taylor, Jimmie Taylor, Sipitball Johnson and others. The other members of the line-up are Dismukes, Harvey, Langford and Pierce. RODGERS BESTS BLACKBURN. Al Rodgers, of Buffalo, got the best of Jack Blackburn, of Philadelphia, in a six-round fight before the Lincoln club of Altoona on Wednesday night. Rodgers was the aggressor throughout, but the ability of Blackburn to protect himself and avoid punishment, prevented the Buffalo boxer from doing serious damage. Blackburn tried to wear his opponent down by hugging, but Rodgers was strong and full of fight at the wind-up. TWO CHAMPIONS FIGHT. Bantam and Feather Champions to Scrap. PHILADELPHIA—Johnny Kiblane, featherweight champion, and Kid Williams, bantamweight champion, have been matched to box six rounds before the Olympia A. C. on February 22. Kiblane agreed to make 122 pounds ringside. Jack Hannon obtained the match by offering a purse of $6,000, with a privilege of 70 per cent of the gross. WHAT'S DOING IN SPORTS. Young Dudley Wins Bout At Omaha Auditorium. Jackie Moore, colored lightweight of Kansas City, had a shade the best of Young Dudley, of Omaha, in a ten-round bout before the Dunbar Athletic Club, but was declared the loser by the referee. The bout was part of an entertainment for colored folks held at the Auditorium. Fred Hunter and Ralph Fields and "Kid" Langford and Young Chin, local boys, fought four-round draws in the preliminaries. ST. LOUIS GIANTS ORGANIZE Manager Mills Keeping a Sharp Look Out For Star Players. St. Louis is now assured of a first class baseball team this year. A deposit sufficient to cover preliminary expenses has been made and more money is available. Although Manager Mills has a big proposition before him in attempting to secure stakes players he is confident of success. B. Taylor, Mongin, McAdoo, Shivley and good players fishing a trout should address Charles A. Mills, Keystone Cafe, Compton and Lawton street, St. Louis. FIGHT NEWS. Gunboat Smith Batters Levinsky In Twenty-Round Battle At New Orleans—Carl Morris to Meet Smith Other Fight News. NEW ORLEANS—Hooks and jabs predominated in the attack of Gunboat Smith in his twenty-round victory over Battling Levinsky the night of January 28. Smith won the decision, decisively shading the New York mauler. Levin THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER sky's features were badly battered when he left the ring. Smith was unmarked. Smith weighed 179 pounds, and Levinsky 171. The Gunner showed himself surprisingly well, for he carried the fight to Levinsky throughout and gained a lead over his opponent right from the start. Levinsky appeared overcautious in the early stages and had a mighty high regard for the Gunner's right. Both men at times slugged freely and missed their heaviest artillery repeatedly. Smith used his left with telling effect, and at times had Levinsky bleeding profusely from the nose. Levinsky in only four rounds had a slight shade over his sturdy opponent, and referee Burke's decision met with no dissent. WILBERFORCE ANNOUNCES BASE BALL SCHEDULE Ohio State and Oberlin Universities Will Be Missing This Season—Chinese University Game is Feature of Attraction. WILBERFORCE, Ohio, January 30, 1915—Manager Nolte, of the Gold and Green announced the 1915 baseball schedule here today with two open date. The schedule is as follows: April 10—Wilberforce at Antioch College. April 12—Antioch College at Wilberforce. April 17—Cedarville College at Wilberforce. April 19—Wilberforce at Cedarville College. April 24—Capital University at Wilberforce. April 26—Open—away. May 1—Ohio Northern University at Wilberforce. May 3—Wilberforce at Bluffton College. May 8—Wilberforce at Capital University. May 10—Wittenberg College at Wilberforce. May 17—Chinese University of Honolulu at Wilberforce. May 24—Wilberforce at West Virginia Institute. May 25—Wilberforce at West Virginia Institute. May 28—Wilberforce at Ashland College. May 29—Wilberforce at Muskingum College. June 5—Dayton Cadets at Wilberforce. June 12—Open. June 18—Alumni vs. Varsity at Wilberforce. JIM CORBETT'S ESTIMATE OF WILLARD. Lacks Fighting Instinct. Big Jess has everything in a physical way that could be desired. He has given a fair account of himself for one so little experienced in the game. He has never met a first-class fighter, however, and predictions as to what he may accomplish in the Johnson battle are simply a matter of conjecture and nothing else. From what little I have seen of him he appears to lack the fighting instinct. In local contests he has shown no aggressiveness at all, and as Johnson fights along the defensive almost entirely the affair may develop into a question which man can stand on his feet the longer. I can't picture Johnson chasing an opponent or carrying the fight to him. And Willard has never yet been guilty of forcing matters in a match even when opposed to the veriest dubs. Willard may prove a surprise, but he has not done anything so far in his career to lead one to suspect as much. Jess' managers are apparently the only ones who entertain the opinion that the ex-cowboy has a chance to win the championship. If, as they promised when the match was first announced, Willard had met and defeated even one of the leading contenders, he would go into the ring on March 6. But he can hope for in that direction is the best wishes of white men in general. And that won't help him any. KANSAS CITY BUSINESS LEAGUE Kansas City Failed To Land The National Negro Business Meet For 1915-Hustling Now For 1916. KANSAS CITY, Mo.—The Kansas City Negro Business League did not succeed in securing the annual meeting of the National Negro Business League for August, 1915, but it is nevertheless arranging just as earnestly as it can for the 1916 convention. It seemed to be the general sentiment of the executive committee at Muskogee, last summer that the league should be held in Boston in 1915 and that it should then go to Kansas City for 1916. The Kansas City League is now making plans for a campaign for more Negro business in Kansas City, and for closer relations between the business interests and the common people. Instead of going to the churches the plan is to hold a series of neighborhood meetings for two weeks with a final wind up in all churches throughout Kansas City on the same Sunday. This final day will be known as "Negro Business League Day," and the effort will be made to make it an annual event in Kansas City. "WHITE HOPES" DO NOT CLASS WITH COLORED BOYS. It is a grave question in the minds of those who are in a position to be good judges of the ability of the present-day boxers whether this young man could escape defeat in a ten-round bout with some of the other heavyweight boxers that are now prominent in this city; and when it comes to putting our white heavyweight boxers against the colored class, it is almost a joke, but a serious one. There are three or four dark men, not including Johnson, that could win in a canter. The managers of these white men are well aware of that fact, and one can't help but give them credit for keeping him out of contests, with those big dark fellows. But the point is simply this: Why doesn't the public, through the press, demand that this man Johnson make a match with Sam Lennard and thereby defend his title, and if he fails to make that match, then drop him—never publish his name. France took him up and allowed him to live in their country when no other section of the world would have anything to do with him, and yet there was an opportunity for him to take his automobiles, turn them into ambulances, get permission to join the services of the Red Cross, wounded up from the battlefields the wounded and hurry them to the field hospitals, where he could have saved hundreds of lives and done magnificent service for humanity, yet when it was suggested to him, he gave a broad grin, a clever excuse and shuffled off in the pursuit of some frivolous enjoyment. Is it possible that the public will patronize or help to subscribe to a $30,000 purse for an individual of that kind—William Muldoon in New York American. AMBITIOUS FIGHTERS. Kale-Grabbing Packey Bobs Up With New Ambition—Dillon Finds Young Halstead Easy Picking—Other Boxing Dope. CHICAGO—Packey McFarland set out today on the road to three crowns. If he negotiates all the highways and byways along which Freddie Welsh, Joe Shurgeau, Charley White, Mike Gibbons and Jimmy Clabby have built fortifications and thrown up series of trenches and barbed wire entanglements, the king of the stockyards hopes to enter three capitals and wield three scepters—lightweight, welterweight and middleweight—some time within the year. Packey and his manager, Emil Thiry, declared today that they will begin preparations immediately for the grand coup. Thiry was to write to Welsh, Gibbons and Clabby asking for matches. McFarland will fight Clabby or Gibbons twenty rounds and agree to make 145 pounds at 3 o'clock. He says he can make this weight within a few days. He believes he can get down to 136 pounds within a few weeks by strenuous training. Manager Thiry claimed to have two offers for Packy to fight Gibbons. One is of $15,000 from Jimmy Johnson, of New York. The other is a $10,000 offer from Tim Andrews, of Milwaukee. The New York offer will be accepted if the bout can be arranged for late in February. CONRAD DUDLEY NOT ROBBED OF DECISION. S. E. Bean, Moore's Manager, Has a Word To Say. To the Sporting Editor The Freeman: Dear Sir—I noticed in your last edition where Mr. Conrad Dudley claims that he was robbed of a decision before the Mid-West Athletic Club of Kansas City. Mo., July 4, 1914. Well, I am very sorry Mr. Conrade Dudley has accused us of such an unmanly act, for every boxer has always got a square deal that has ever boxed in Kansas City before the Mid-West Athletic Club, and Mr. Dudley has always been treated fair, and he knows it to be the truth. He lost one decision in Kansas City and won one over Jackie and when he got the decision over Jackie he weighed about 137 pounds, Jackie only weighed about 131 pounds, but at that Mr. Dudley was treated fair The Mid-West Athletic Club offers $25 for any boxer who can prove that he has never got a square deal before the Mid-West Athletic Club of Kansas City, Mo. Reference concerning the Dudley-Moore bout, July 4, 1914, refer to Mr. Leon Jordan, manager of Autumn Leaf Club; Mr. William Ashcraft, manager of the Osarke Club; Mr. Paris Boswell of the Iroquois Club; Mr. Young of the Porter's Rest; Mr. John Bibbs, manager of the North Side Club, and Mr. Thomas Moorehead, manager of the Nubbing Club, and they can settle the dispute. When Mr. Dudley won the decision over Jackie Moore in Kansas City, on Nov. 27, 1914, it was closed but they weighed in at catch-weights. Mr. Dudley was awarded the deci- stion with a smile. We conduct our bouts for interest of the club and not the boxer, and it is a business proposition with us. Of course when I took Jackie Moore to box Mr. Dudley in Omaha, Neb., we got a raw deal, but I did not condemn the manager, or the Dunbarn Club, for I believed they meant well, as we are all good friends, but they called in a white referee and he had a white friend who bet heavy on Dudley, and to save and make money, he awarded Dudley the decision. "He was only one faintly successful and down he went." Dudley didn't have but one chance in the fight and it was in the second round and only one round to his credit and it was the seventh round. Well, I will admit that Mr. Conrade Dudley is a clever lightweight fighter and any boy who meets him at 135 pounds is going to have some battle, but he can't make that 133 for Little Jackie and beat him, and he knows it is the truth, for that weight beats him of course. Mr. Dudley is a good lightweight and Jackie Moore is a good featherweight, of course. I will box Jackie against any boy, white or colored, but I want Jackie to box white boys at twenty-rounds and colored boys at one round up. All I ask is let's agree on weight, and we are ready in twelve days at a moment's notice. I don't contend the Dunbar Athletic Club nor their manager for such a statement as Mr. Dunbar stated but I don't think he has given the Mid-West Athletic Club of Kansas City it's just dues, and I will consult Mr. Charlie Bird about the matter at once. You will find a clipping of the Omaha bout cut out of the Omaha Bee, which I wish to have printed. Jackie Moore is ready to meet any boy at 130 ringside. "GORILLA" JONES GETS DECISION OVER EDDIE PALMER. Palmer is Soundly Thrashed by "Gorilla." NEW ORLEANS, LA—Going after his opponent from the first tap of the gong, "Gorilla" Jones. Negro welt- weight of Franklin, LA., won a clean- cut decision over Eddie Palmer, of Philadelphia, in a twenty-round boxing contest at the Northside A. C. Friday night. Jones had a lead in about fifteen rounds, while Palmer had an ad- vantage in only two. Palmer was a strong favorite, and his defeat was a big surprise. With his right hand in bad shape Jones was forced to change his style of boxing and milled from the portside. He used the right member only for defense. He fought with his right hand extended and his peculiar style annoyed the Philadelphia black. In only one round was Palmer able to land effectively. He caught the Gorilla with a wild swing that sent his man to the mat. It looked for the moment as though Palmer would win by a knockout. Jones at times made Palmer look like a novice and had his left crosses carried a little more steam he would have probably won before the limit. In the opening preliminary Kid Washington and Young Peter Jackson boxed a draw. Human Scissors got too rough for "Cannon Ball" Mitchell in the third round of a four-round bout and the "Cannon-ball" exploded. The "Gorilla" after having demolished Eddie Palmer, winning from him the colored middleweight championship now accepts the challenge of Hannibal, of Indianapolis, who wired him, the winner. He wishes Elwood C. Knox to stage the bout. The Gorilla thinks Hannibal is next in line for a drubbing. Some definite concern concerning the proposed bout will be expected within the next few days. SAYLOR DEFEATS ST. LOUIS BOXER. Indianapolis Lightweight Uses Famous "Loop the Loop" Wallop With Good Effect and Wins Easily After Third Round. ST. LOUIS.—Milburn Saylor, of Indianapolis, won from Joe Genail, of St. Louis, in an eight-round bout here January 28, which was marked by frequent holding. The fighting was even up to the third round, after which the Indianapolis fighter took the lead and held it. The contest was one of continual wrangling between the fighters and the referee. Both were warned continually for hitting in the breakaways. The first round was the best round of the fight, both men mixing it continually. The round was even. In the second Saylor forced the fighting and went to his knees, when he missed with a terrific right. The third was even. Saylor used his famous loop-the-loop with telling effect and had Genail worried in the fourth. He drew first blood with a jab to Genail's nose. Genail protected the injured member throughout the remainder of the bout. The fourth was clearly Saylor's round, and he followed up his advantage during the remainder of the fight. In the fifth Saylor kept in close and hammered continually at Genail's face. Genail took severe punishment in this round and in the sixth kept away. Genail held in the seventh and there was hardly a blow struck. In the eightth Saylor made an effort to finish him, but Genail followed the tactics of the previous four rounds and clung close to his opponent. The Indianapolens boy used a wicked right most of the time and hurt Genail whenever the punch landed. The St. Louis fighter, after the first three rounds, refused to come to close quarters except to hold on. VITAL-FIRE $10 000 Reward for any case of Lost Manhood if will not return to the office and book let. Washington Vital Fire Remedy Co. 273 Washington St., Jersey City, N. J. THE BAR-KEEPER'S FRIEND Best Known Metal Polish Rem. w. Tarnish, Stains, Smut a d Gress, Best for all Bass Metal, Porcelain and Mar- b e. Call for Free sample Geo. Wm. Hoffman Co. 557 E. Wash. St., Indianapolis. Ten autograph signatures of G. W. Hoffman cut from off the packages are good for a pack of five playing cards. 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Ayres & Co, paca ontario tiie eee CITY AND VICINITY. Send $1 to this office and receive a year’s subscription to The Freeman. This offer holds good until Jan. 1, 1915. LOCAL. Mrs. Eva Love, of Xenia, Ohio, is visiting Mr. and Mrs. Walker Lee. ‘The Browning Club was entertained by Mr. and Mrs, Theodore Cable Sat- urday evening. Miss Levina B. Smith, who has been ill with pneumonia, 2021 Copper street, is much better. Mrs, Chas, Stewart and son, Glenn, have returned to Denver, Col., after visiting relatives and friends in this city. T, A. Motley, the well known caterer, has taken charge of the Y. M. . A, dining-room, Mr, Motley prom- ises‘the public prompt and efficient service. . Mrs, Maud Taylor, critic teacher in the Louisville public schools, and her son, ‘Morris Taylor, a student in DePauw University, are guesis of Dr. and Mrs. 8, A, Furniss, Mrs. L. W. Cummings, of Chicago, came to the city Friday and is the guest of Miss Georgia Fields. Mrs. Cummings is returning from a visit in St. Louis, Memphis, Holly Springs, ‘Miss, and other points South. Mrs. P, T, Gorham, wife of Rev. P. T, Gorham, pastor of Simpson Chapel church, is still at her residence, 530 West Tenth street, and the eldest daughter, Miss: Margarete, has recov- ered after a short attack of illness. ‘The Old Settlers’ Social Club will meet at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. John Smith, 1444 Martindale avenue, ‘Tuesday evening, February 9th, at 8 o'clock, All members are requested to be present, Mrs, Samuel McClure, president. Miss Jeanette Walker, a teacher in the Charles Sumner School, has been transferred to the department at school No, 17, to take charge of a new room which “is being added. Miss Maria Shelton, who has completed her practice year, will go to No, 23. Mr, and Mrs. J, G, Hunter left for Jackson, Tenn., January 7, on account of the illness’ of his wife. After spending about a fortnight there with relatives and friends she seemed to have improved very much. There- fore, they have returned to Indian- apolis January 31. ‘The advance sale of tickets for the benefit musical and ball to be given at Castle Hall, February 15, for the benefit of Miss Frances Spencer, a pu- pil of Mr, Montani, indicates @ large attendance. ‘The participants in the program will be Anthony and P. L. Montanl, Karl Perry, tenor, and Miss Spencer, harpist, Miss Clara Kirk will be the accompanist. Mrs. Walker desires to assist Miss Spencer in buy- ing a harp, She is a young woman of marked musical ability and is worthy ‘of the generous support of the public. SPIRITUALIST CHURCH. Madam Meadows had an unusually large crowd last Monday night at her Spiritualist church for the kind of weather, But many were so late in getting there that she only gave out 44 messages. But all were recognized. She makes everybody welcome to her meetings, which are held from 8:20 till 10:30 each Monday evening, MR. AND MRS. R. B. SHELTON RE- TURN TO NEW YORK AFTER EXTENDED VISIT AT THE HOOSIER CAPITAL. On Tuesday evening Mr. and Mrs. J. N. Shelton entertained at 7 o'clock supper in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Ruby B, Shelton, who departed Wednesday for New York after a long visit with relatives and friends in this city. We are Style Starters SBE PS PEO KS F ~~ 37 ODT PENISNORND ST a, Say Every Other Hat Worn in Indianapolis is a LEVINSON Get Under One Yourself ‘Among the guests were Mrs. Nora Knox, of Marion, Ind.; Mrs. Ada Casey, Mr. and Mrs. Elwood C. Knox and Miss Maybelle Smith. After a de- lightful supper many of their friends called to bid them adieu. A. M. E. ZION CHURCH. Sunday will be the third quarterly ‘meeting in this conference year. Rev. Mr, R. P. Christian, of Chicago, will speak in the morning and the evening and Rev. C. L, Howard, of the C. M. E, church, will preach the communion sermon at 3 p. m. ‘Each member will please settle his P, B, quarterage not later than Sun- day morning. SIMPSON M. E: CHURCH, Rev. P. T. Gorman, Pastor. Sunday Services. 11 a, m. and 7:30 p. m., the pastor will preach; subject, respectively, "God, Our Rock,” “Each Has His Work to Do.” Sunday school, 12:40 noon, Epworth League, 7 p.m. Everybody is invited. Strangers welcome. ‘The revival effort was quite a suc- cess: 30 additions, 22 converts, 19 for baptism. ST. PHILIP'S P. E. CHURCH. Rev. Fr. A. H. Maloney, M. D. B.D., Vicar. ‘On Sunday, February 7, the services will be as follows: 7:30—Holy Communion 11:00—Morning prayer, Holy Com: munion and sermon; topic, “Jesus and the People.” (Continued. 3:00—Sunday school; children’s service of songs. 8:00—Even song and sermon. ‘A cordial invitation is extended to ‘the public, TRINITY BIBLE SCHOOL. ‘The Rey. Weaver will discuss the great national issue Sunday at 3 p. m, Rev. P. T. Gorham will have charge of the meeting. All classes are now open. Rev. C. Alard Smith, of Anderson, Ind., will lecture on Christian ethics Monday morning, February 8th, at 10 o'clock. Free to the public every Monday morning, at 10 o'clock, there will be a lecture open to the public. ‘The Trinity choral class will give a parlor musical from 8 to 10 Thurs: day night, February 11th, for the pub- lie, Rey. N. R. Victor and Geo. Bullut are the school soliciting agents. Call up the school for further in formation. New phone, 3852. Y. M, C. A. VS. TERRE HAUTE. ‘The spectators at the Y. M. C. A- ‘Terre Haute basket ball game Friday night of last week were sadly disap- pointed at the strength and ability of the “Terrible Haute” team. They left their studies in science and classics with a heralded reputation as an un- defeated squad of basket ball tossers only to be lopsidedly defeated to the sound of 35 to 3. Early in the first half it was clearly manifested that our boys had it on them in everything that it takes to make a good basket ball team, ‘The tally board whispered 25 to 0 when the half closed. ‘This seore was made possible by the undefeated team of our squad, After about five minutes play in the second half, Physical Di- rector DeFrantz yanked the regulars and put in the second team just to give the visitors a chance. It was against the second team that the visitors chalked up a wee score of three points, made from free throws. ‘The game in this half was exciting and ended with the overwhelming vic- tory above stated. ‘A return date is expected to be played in Terre Haute soon. The chal- lenge has been received from the boys at Indiana University. A big crowd was present at the game and included people from Lebanon, Rushville, Plain- field and Danville. Harry Jackson and Geo. Hayes refer reed the game, “CLUB WOMEN'S DAY AT ST. PHILIP'S CHURCH.” One of the most thoroughly pro- gressive moves of the season among the churches has been initiated by the Rey. Fr. A. H. Maloney, M. A. B. D,, viear of St Philip’s Episcopal church, Father Maloney tras issued an invitation to all the woman's clubs of the city to meet together on the first Sunday in Lent, February 21, at 4 o'clock 4n the afternoon, to join together for the first time in a relig- fous service. His letter or call reads as follows: My Dear Ladies: Convinced as T am that yor club is a most worthy hand. maid of God's Holy church; and realizing that a higher efficiency and a more organic unity ean be effected through corporate worship from time to time, as priestin-charge of St. Philip's church I extend to you a most cordial invitation to meet with all the other women's organizations of the city at our church for a joint religious service on the first Sunday in Lent, February 21, at 4 o'clock in the after. noon. Not only do we ask for offi¢ial rep: resentatives of your worthy organiza- tion, we extend a most hearty invita- tion to your body as a whole. This will be an event that will take place the first Sunday in Lent every year. Please God; let us make “Club Wom: en's Day at St. Philip's church” an overwhelming success. Special music will be prepared for the occasion and a special sermon to club women will be preached. May we count on your most hearty co-oper- ation in this noble endeavor? Faithfully and devoutly yours in Christ Jesus, FATHER A. H, MALONEY. Very encouraging responses have been made as to the willingness of the clubs to engage in such a service. It is hoped that between this and the *1st all will be in line. WILL BE IN CHICAGO FOR A FEW DAYS. Russell Smith, Popular Song Writer, and Noble Sissle, the Well Known Singer, to “Boost” the Former's Song, “Everything He Does Just Pleases Me"—Miss Ray Samuels’ Latest Rag Song Hit. ‘Those two jolly boys from Indian- apolis, Russell Smith and Noble Sissle, will be in Chicago for a few days be- ginning Sunday, the 7th, and they are coming with a song that bids fair to be a national hit. It is the song that Miss Ray Samuels made such a hit with while at Keith's in this city. “Byerything He Does Just Pleases Me,” is the title of the song. Mr. THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. Smith, the composer, traveled with|John Hayes, Hobart Crawford, F.| work in a half hour. | T the Smart Set for two seasons and|Dunlap, H. Butler. said to be doing nicely. when he played New York City was] Allen Chapel—Geo. Henson (Capt). see the recipient of many flattering news-| A. Sampson, J. Sampson, R- Davis, 7 Lula Coates H paper comments concerning his acting | Walker, J. Hinton. LU 3 Cart and singing. While with the show ae Bae eeure cpr aas Mr. Smith played the Mexican char-| Championship Billiard Contest On Be-| city to spend the winter acter one season and the Frenchman| tween J. W. Simms and W. W- |to attend her mother, ¥ the next, He also wrote most of the ‘Lawson. fh. She has with her Ke song and chorus numbers of the pro- — Sus who ain the Guction, including “Caroline,” “Some |DR. PAUL CROSSWAITHE AT Y. M.| Keene & Johnson. Mrs. Event Day” and the “Spanish Lave CA. her stopping place at the ‘Mr, Sissle, who demonstrates Mr. | Miss Hazel Harrison To Visit Chicago uae Seay ee cate smiti’s song, 1 well known through:| —Dr. Harry Gurnes Operates at | representative, will be p out the coustry as one who can put| Provident—Mra. H. 8. Smith Re- |Cnicago for @ number | Over any kind of a song froma soul-| turns—Martin Klein Opens Em- | ve have plenty of work Stirring sentimental song toa novelty| ployment Agency—Lula Coates | ira" Carter looks fine rag number. Both of the young men Carter Here. Piitet hare for some. ¢ have the highest esteem of thelr em see wlayed ere for, coms ployer, Mr. Herman Seidel, manager of| CHICAGO, UL, February 2—Cham-| 00 'hen the Salle Mia Publishers, and they|pionship game and billiard contest is|" ees ave been sent several places push: |being pulled off at Odd Fellows Hall have, pest ther. "The SelZel Company [this week, "The frst game took pace | etter Anderson te Ente! has published several of Mr. Smith's|on Monday night. Mr. J. W. Simms,| Mr. Alfred Anderson, & numbers and all of the musie of the |of Detroit, Mich., and W. W. Lawson, |tor of the Chicago, Defe fast. year's Smart Set, ‘Two other [of this city, aré. the contestants for |tertain Cary B. Lewss and compositions of Mr, Smith’s that are|the championship of this country. /at dinner on next Monda coming out soon is the "Valse Ze-|There are 900 points, 300 each night.|the New Elite Xo. 2. I hobia,” a beautiful hesitation, and|The first night Mr. Simms, better|has given the Chinaman “There Was a Time.” Another piece |known as “Bam,” made 300 and Mr.| Several French dishes. that has, won quite a place in the|Lcwson 192. For expert billiard play-| that he will serve ft in po ranks of high class ballads which was |ing. these mon are said to be the best ee written by Mr. Smith and Mr. Sissle, |in the conntr=. Mr. Simms ran as high Fight Waxing | bears the title of “My Heart.” ‘as 31 points, playing 112 balk line. A] The fight is waxing ho ‘The boys’ headquarters will be at|prize of $200 is being offered | by/ond Ward for alderman. the Wabash Branch Y. M.C. A. [George Holt, Cole and Catlin, Wm.|De Priest, Louis B. 1 arma Simmons and Basket and Jones, of| Charles Griffen are maki L. D. TYLER. Detroit. A billiard table 5 by 15 was| efforts to secure the Rep The Store of Opportunity and Fair Play—35-29 North Capitol Ave. The L. D. ‘Tyler Furnishing Com- pany—this store is one of the very largest of the general house furnish- ing stores of the city of Indianapolis and merits its rise in the estimation of the people. It is among the old- est of the stores. This fact—having in mind its years of prosperity— means a house that is reliable. It means more than that—it means that the lowest possible prices have ruled. ‘Thus its patrons have been won and held, the best evidence of the char- acter of a business. The Tyler Out- fitting Company deals fair and square with all rich and poor. Its line of goods has proved worthy and sub- stantial as well as the lowest pusstble prices. Here are complete outfits for the humblest cot as well as for the mansions of the very well-to-do, and on terms to suit. If one does not care to pay cash at this great store he can take advan- tage of the credit system. This means that you can pay part down, the bal- ance in small weekly or monthly pay- ments, the installment pian as it is called. Every one is given a chance to be surrounded by every comfort with but the smallest outlay of money. Every- one can take advantage of this store of opportunity and fair play. ‘The L. D. Tyler Outfitting ompany is known in Indianapolis for its cnar- itable side. Those who look for this phase of our city life know this to be @ fact. It gives liberally to all wor- thy concerns. Wherever the name of charity is written there is also the name of the Tyler Outfitting Com- pany. It is also merciful to its patrons when in distress. Sickness and other good causes that compel the delay: ing of payments are carefully con- sidered. When there is a will and disposition to pay, the company waits until the patron is able to carry out his contract. Remember the store, L. D, TYLER, 95-89 N. Capitol Ave. Y. M. C. A. NOTES. There are but few men in the history of the Christian Chureh, who from ‘the standpoint of effectually presenting the gospel of the Living Christ, ean be compared to the most wonderful preacher of the 19th cen- tury, Dwight L. Moody. The Young Men’s Christian Association through: out the world, in recognition of this man's life of great usefulness, have set aside February 7th as “Moody Sunday.” in honor of this noted di- vine. ‘The management has secured Judge Charles J. Orbison to deliver the address. His subject, based on the life of Mr. Moody, will be “A Life Worth While.” Mr. Ralph Bryant will render a violin solo. The famous Y. M. C. A. Quartet will also render a se- lection. All men are invited to attend, and an unusual treat is ‘promised. ‘A program of interest has been ar- ranged for the Boys’ Meeting Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Mr. Wm. A. Hacker, director of the attendance de- partment of the Indianapolis city schools, will deliver the address to the boys. Because of Mr. Hacker's posi- tion his remarks will be of practical interest to the boys. The musical fea- tures will be rendition of special num- bers by the Hoosier Society Orches- tra, under the direction of Russell Smith, assisted by Noble Sissle, Frank Brown and Ben Holliman. The Boys’ Band will furnish music from 2:30 to 3. ‘The address on last Sunday by Rey. A. H, Maloney, vicar of St. Phillip's Episcopal church, was thoroughly en- Joyed by the ‘comparatively large audience that greeted him despite the unfavorable weather. The recital of “Justice At the Golden Gate,” by George Grundy Simmons, was a de- cided feature. ‘The Rev. John Brice spoke to a large number of boys at the Boy's Meeting. Mr. T. L. P. H. Davis sang a solo. Dr. EB. N. Perkins addressed the “Gym” men on last Wednesday even- ing on the “Care of the Feet.” He made many practical suggestions that were eagerly accepted and appreciated by the men. Dr. M. D. Batties will deliver the eighth of the “Health Talk” lectures on Wednesday, February 10, at 8:30 p.m., on “Tuberculosis.” While these talks are primarily for the men of the gymnasium classes, yet all men are cordially invited to attend these help- ful_and practical talks. ‘The crowd that turned out to the Terre Haute-Y. M. C. A. basket ball game was quite representative. It was indicative of the fact that the As- sociation is appreciated by all. ‘Two teams are tied for first place in the Church Basket Ball League and the interest is keen. The standing of the teams is as follows: Chureh. Won, Lost. Pet. Batlle ome a 1. a3 Presbyterian -..... 5 1 98st Second Christian... 2 1.666 Allen Chapel....... 0 6 000 ‘The members of the respective teams are: Bethel—John Montgomery (Capt.), Theo. Cable, John Sweeny, John Bureh, G. Marshall, E. McReynolds, Walter Tutt and M. Hansberry. Presbyterian—Leon Wheeler (Cap- tain), Bruso McGuire, Mitchell Gil- more, Ralph Bryant, Otho Pettiford, Harry Daniels and Chas. Carr. Second Christian—Geo. Hazzard (Capt.), Geo. L. Hayes, Wm. Thomas, John Hayes, Hobart Crawford, F. Dunlap, H. Butler. ‘Allen Chapel—Geo. Henson (C2pt,), A. Sampson, J, Sampson, R. Davis, T. Walker, J. Hinton. - ia: a ce ak ee Tee tween J. W. Simms and W. W. ‘Lawson. DR. PAUL CROSSWAITHE AT Y. M. CA. Miss Hazel Harrison To Visit Chicago —Dr. Harry Gurnes Operates at Provident—Mrs. H. S. Smith Re- ‘turns—Martin Klein Opens Em- ployment Agency—Lula Coates Carter Here. CHICAGO, IL, February 2—Cham- pionship game and billiard contest 1s being pulled off at Odd Fellows Hall this week. The first game took pace on Monday night. Mr. J. W. Simms, of Detroit, Mich, and W. W. Lawson, of this city, are the contestants for: the championship of this country. ‘There are 900 points, 300 each night. ‘The first night Mr. Simms, better known as “Bam,” made 300 and Mr. Lowson 192. For expert billiard play- ing. these mon are said to be the best in the conatr. Mr. Simms ran as high as 31 points, playing 142 balk line. A prize of $300 is being offered by George Holt, Cole and Catlin, Wm. Simmons and Basket and Jones, of Detroit. A billiard table 5 by 15 was loaned by the Brunswick people and a special place fitted up at the hall. Elevated seats were arranged and a large and enthusiastic crowd was present the first night. After the kame Mr, Simms zave exhibitions of fancy shooting, making every play called. ‘The contest is being pulled off to create more interest in billiard playing, An account of the games will be reported in the next issue of ‘The Freeman. Dr. Paul Crosswaithe to Speak. Dr. Paul Crosswaithe, one of the young dentists of this city, will be the principal speakers at the 4 o'clock meeting at the Wabash Avenue Y. M. C, A. Last Sunday Dr. Bishop, curate at St. Thomas’ Episcopal church, spoke on “The Proper Observance of Sunday.” Many young men of the dormitory were present and enjoyed the address, Mr. Pierce, the secre- tary, presided at the meeting. The secretary is creating quite an inter- est among the young men to attend the Sunday meetings. The chairman of the program committee reports that excellent speakers will be engaged ev- ery Sunday, The public is cordially invited. A good crowd is urged to be present Sunday, as Dr. Crosswaithe is a brilliant young man and has pre- pared himself for the occasion. © Mr. ©. Cecil Cohen Here. Mr, C, Cecil Cohen, formerly of this city but now of Oberlin University, is expected in the city this week. He comes to take part on the program of Miss Maude J. Roberts on ‘Thursday night of this week. While he will stop at the home of Miss Roberts, he will be entertained by several of the young men at the Wabash Avenue As: Sociation, He is a graduate of the musical department of Fisk University and made a scholarship at Oberlin. Local Physicians Organized. ‘The local physicians, dentists and pharmacists have organized and the following are the officers: T. 8. Off cer, president; C. G. Roberts, secre- tary. The managing committee for the entertainment of the National Medical Association in August are U. G. Dailey, chairman; H. A. ‘Turner, secretary; W. A Buckner, treasuer; M. J. Brown, A. C. Johnson, J. R. White, 8. C. Dickerson, A. TL. Smith, A. W Williams, M.R. Bibbs, G. M, Por- ter, IL. J. Holloway. Finaney, W. A. Bucker; auditing, A. W. Williams; en- tertainment, M. R. Bibbs; housing, A. B. Williams; publicity, 1. H. Hollo- way; program, S. C. Dickerson; re- ception, C. G, Roberts; dental, W. T. Jefferson; surgical, J. R. White; med- ical clinies, A. W. Mercer; pharma- ceutical, G. M. Porter. Alonzo H. Leath at Capitol. Alonzo Leath, known along _ the “etroll" as Klondike, is at the State Capitol and will most likely get a job in the cloak room He was in the city Sunday and remained until Tuesday. He returnes Friday. Visits Miss Harrison. Mr. Walter", Anderson, of the An- derson & Terrel Real Estate Com- pany, made a visit to Miss Hazel Har- rison at LaPorte, Ind. on last Sun- day. Mr, Anderson reports a delight: ful visit, Miss Harrison is expected here this week to be at the Roberts’ recital Pleasant Sunday, Afternoon. Once a month the Rev. T. A. Smythe, pastor of Bethel A. M. B. church, has some of the most prominent people in the community to tike part on a program which is known as “A Pleas- Once a month the Rev. T. A. Smythe, pastor of Bethel A. M. B. church, has some of the most prominent people in the community to like part on a program which is known as “A Pleas- ant Sunday Afternoon.” Last Sunday there appeared on the program Mrs. Mary Oddrick, who song “Bow Down Thy Ear;" reading, “Leah,” v Mrs. Anna Lowery-Cole: bass solo, “Fear Not, © Israel;” violin solo, Mr. Harri- son’ Emanuel; anthem, “What Are These,” choir; solo, “How Lovely Thy Dwelling Place,” Mrs. Annise Hack- ley; address, Rev. J. W. Jarvis; quar- tette, “Jubilation Deo,” Mesdames Smythe, Woodward, Messrs. Frazier and Peppers; pipe organ solo, select- ed, Prof, W. E. Crossette; solo, “Awake.” Mr. Hugh Buchanan; bene- diction, choir led by Prof. Emanuel. Mrs, H. S. Smith Returns. Mrs. H. S. Smith, 3850 Dearborn street, has returned to the city after a pleasant visit to her daughter, Miss Mabel Smith, at Indianapolis, Ind. Mrs, Smith states that she was royally treated by the Freeman staf. Mamasseh Ball. ‘The Mamasseh Club of this city gave a ball on Monday night at John- son’s Dreamland Hall. quite a crowd of white and colored people were pres- ent. Prizes were offered for the best dressed couples. See Veipeseatn aemanvliatens Mer AGeRGK:. Mr. Martin Klein has opened an em- ployment agency at 3101 State street, rooms 5 and 6. He will xive steady employment to reliable people, espe- cially maids, ushers, porters and all kinds of domestics. He stil maintains his booking agency, Dr. Harry Garnes Operates. Dr. Harry Garnes, president of the local Dental Association, performed an operation at Provident Hospital that has startled his fellow dentists. He took a tumorous growth from the up- per jaw of Mrs. W. M. Butler, 2517 Forest avenue. Dr. Garnes did the said to be doing nicely. Lula Coates Here. Mrs, Lula Coates Carter, the pretty and charming actress, arrived in the city to spend the winter. She comes to attend her mother, who has been ill, She has with her Keene and John- son, who are in the act. Coates, Keene & Johnson. Mrs. Coates makes her stopping place at the home of Mrs. Susie Grundy, 3157 Wabash avenue. The act, said Mrs. Carter, to Freeman representative, will be played around Chicago for a number of weeks, as we have plenty of work on big time. Mrs. Carter looks fine. She has not played here for some time and her many friends are anxious to hear and see her. soe Editor Anderson to Entertain “Press.” Mr. Alfred Anderson, associate edi- tor of the Chicago Defender, will en- tertain Cary B. Lewis and a few friends at dinner on next Monday evening at the New Elite No. 2. Mr. Anderson has given the Chinaman an order for several French dishes. The chef states that he will serve it in pomp and style. wee Fight Waxing Hot. ‘The fight is waxing hot in the Sec- ond Ward for alderman. Hon. Oscar De Priest, Louis B. Anderson and Charles Griffen are making desperate efforts to secure the Republican nom- ination. All three are colored and ev- ery effort possible has been made to get one of the other to withdraw but with no avail. Patti Brown Back Home. Madame Anita Patti Brown has re- turned to the city after a vistt to New York City, where she appeared on the program at the pre-Lenten recital giv: en /by Mr. Craig. | Manay--s Thorne and Johnson gave their po'vons a big show this week, the best scen there for a long while. Mr, C3. Hanna (colored), a K. of P. from “teubenville, Ohio, took his life with “as on Monday night, Febru- ary 1, a’ the Quinn Hotel, 767 South State strest. He left no reason for do- ing so. He locked the door and blocked the same with a chair propped under doorknob. News of the Nation's Metroplis (Concluded from Page One) made a creditable record for the church. On the day your correspond- ent was present Bishop Walters was present and spoke in complimentary terms of the work Dr. Crooke has brought about. Churches and Revivals. ‘The churches which have been car- rying on revivals during the month of January brought them to a close last Sunday when the converts during the month were taken in the chureh. Most of the churches reported success in these special meetings and indications point that the churches have closed one of the most successful of these special series of meetings that have been held. Rev. Dr. C. T. Walker, sometimes called the Black Spurgeon, assisted Dr. Hayes at Mt. Olivet Bap- tist church and as a result much was accomplished. ‘ Pickups. ‘The colored citizens of this city are making preparations for a large mass meeting to be held at Salem M. E. church some time in the future. An- other reference will be made to this meeting. Prof. J. B. Spingarn has returned to this city after a successful speak- ing tour of many of the middle West- ern cities. He is pleased with the results of his trip. The motion pictures at St. Mark’s M. B. church will resume the week of February 3. Miss Edith Leonard is in charge. A movement is on foot in this city among the colored physicians in this city to establish a colored hospital. The metropolis is the only city with a large colored popvlation that has not a well equipped hospital for the race. Your correspondent recalls with pleasure his visit to the Dapglass Hos- pital in Philadelphia. ‘The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People will hold a business meeting at the par- ish house of St. Mark’s M. E. church on the afternoon of February 12th. In the evening the annual meeting will be held in the Ethical Culture Hall at which time Governor Whitman and Prof, Wm, Spingarn will be the speakers. ‘The Woman's Political Union of this city will start a campaign soon to reach the colored people through- out the country. A campaign will be conducted through the colored press. CLEVELAND C. ALLEN. | CHAMPAIGN, ILL. (By Z L. Breedlove.) | Bethel Chureh—Rev. Jameson took tor his sermon eubject Sunday morn fe, Huma Sg and forte een ing, “Worthwhile People.” Salem Baptist Church—Rev. J. M. wens preached. Sunday morta o “How to Make the World Better,” and aT otioc in the evening on “Th Coming of the King.” The Uniform Rank Social Club of Diogenes Lodge, No. 7, Knights of Pythias, held the second of a series of dances at the Elks’ Auditorium ‘Thursday evening, January 28th. Mr. and MES Ast Mou and ME at Mrs. John Hodge led eighty couples in the grand march. Vistors were pres ent from Bloomington, Tuscola, Farm: er City and Danville. Music was fur nished by Johnson's Celebrated Or Siig very unloaeast things nav beet mall avout the estan epee sentative in the last two months which is due to the fact that some Bt out people nereseay thingy that because of their envious, petty jeal ousy of one who is doing well. | trust that these people are more in telligent than to continue saying these cing Mr. Ridley Elliott and Mrs. Addie Bowlin were happily united in wed lock Tuesday evening, January 26th by Rev, H. W, Jameson at the par Miss Madeline Calander has beet indisposed during the past week. ‘Mr. Harry Goins of Decatur was : oe in the city Thursday, Januar; sh Following an illness, which laste: about two years, Miss Edna G. Rile died at the home of her parents, Mr and Mrs. J. E. Riley, at 1001 Nort! ’ rent ! BROWN’S RESTAURANT! 78 East Long Street, Columbus, O. New Management. ‘Open Day and Nish! Bett Service. All Welcome. Special Sunday Dinners. Home Coohin®. PURE FooD CITIZEN 7639 ee ee para ee a GREAT SUCCESS HAS CROWNED MY EFFORTS cov» 31 Years’ Experience. Permanently Located Here for Hany Yer ‘Truthful and upright dealing with my fellowmen. 1 Ply ‘ a tate, My new teeatstent ror cauarrh, nose and tars! OS fe orien ae eg ‘ Debits Pile: Blodher Prowatin Stomuch, Liver. icees ti Tete lower and eitsin the reece of evergonen DR. WECHSLER . Southeast corner of Delaware and Ohio streets, Hee $120 #1 0 aD Fane So 8 mm cneere Fey Elm St., at 10:10 p. m., Saturday. She ‘was in the third year of high school when forced to give up on account of her illness Miss Riley was bort in Decatur on February 22, 1896, com- ing to this city with her parents when about two years of age. She had re- sided here since. Besides her par- ents, she is survived by a sister, Mil- dred Mitchell, of this city. She had been a member of Bethel Church since twelve years of age, and was aiso a member of the Junior Philathea class of that church. ‘The funeral was held from Bethel A, M. E. Church at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon. * Rev. H. W. Jameson, pastor of the church, officiated. Burial was at Roselawn Cemetery. Mr. Fred Clay was in Chicago Mon- day on business. ARDMORE, OKLA. (By Artie Martin.) Mr. G. I. Turner passed through the city Saturday. Lower Turner is in the city from St. Louls. Mrs. Garvilla McGriffin returned home after a few days’ stay with her father, Mr. Geo. Daufford. Mr. Plez Watson, formerly of Gains- ville, Tex., has now one of the best pool and billiard parlors on East Main street and is prepared to saciaty the lovers of the games. Watch for little Charlie Overy every Saturday evening with the Freeman. He is making a successful salesman. Mr. Elmer Turner is home from a trip to Ennis, Tex. The M. and D. Union met at the First Baptist Church Friday and Sat- urday and carried out a nicely ar- ranged program, Preaching Sunday night by Rev. Booker. Mr. E. P. Hunter died Thursday. He was a member of the Odd Fellows, who had charge of the remains. ‘The burglars are still annoying the people in East Ardmore. ‘Julius Donahoe is here visiting his sister, Mrs. McKafee. Glen Bruce has moved into the Love building on East Main Street. Joe Smith, the Colored carpenter, is doing lots of building in the city. NEWS OF DAYTON, OHIO. The revival services of Bethel Bap- tist Chureh are still progressing nicely. Many were baptized Sunday afternoon, ‘The Pastor’s Aid Society of Bethel Baptist Church met at the home of Mrs. Maggie Turner, 51 Kinnard St, last’ week. Mr. ‘Thomas Daritt of 517 Middle- ton St. is suffering with lumbago. He has been confined to his bed for two weeks. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis of 513 Middle- ton street are both down with pneu- monia fever. The Muse-Us Club will meet Friday evening at the home of the president, Miss Janeva Sandusky, on Home: stead avenue, “Bert Williams” is here this week with the Ziegfeld Follies, POPLAR BLUFF, MO. Rev. H. Ford of Poplar Bluff re- ceived a long distance message from his brother, Ed Ford, in Memphis, ‘Tenn, that’ his father was lying at the point of death or dead. I did not et the facts of the case a8 yet, but T Tegret that he did not know of the illness of his father in time to go to his bedside. If he died, it was in the faith of the A. M. E. Church, of which he was a member. He had reached the Psalmist’s alotted three score and ten. The Rey, Ford is now trying by wire to verify the message. .. Mrs. Eifle Dosier came back home from Forest City Monday evening, February 21. She enjoyed her trip very. much. .. Brother Harris Gatlen, whom the doc- tors had given up to die, is up and is enjoying himself, praising God for his deliverance. He was taken ill on the 6th day of March, 1914. INSTALL SERVICE DEPARTMENT. DANVILLE, KY., (Special.)—The ‘Torchlight, of Danville, Kentucky, has installed a service department at its office, which supplies all kinds of local information, such as names of per- ‘sons having rooms to rent or who wish to take boarders. It also proposes to ‘be a guide for shoppers. This ser- vice is designed to help both their advertisers and readers. COLUMBUS, OHIO. (By B. H. Burnett.) Special to The Freeman. Mrs, Turman, assistant to the North High School caterer, is suffering with a stroke of paralysis she received on Saturday, January 30... Rev. Carter is assisting his son, Rev. J. W. Carter, pastor of Bethany Baptist Church, while the revival is going on. .. Mrs. and Mr. W. T. Edwards, of 558 Boone street, have been presented with a fine eight-pound baby boy. .. Mir. Ed- gar Jamison is now confined in the hospital as the result of a stab wound over the heart, received Saturday night in a brawl. His condition is very serious. .. The Colored Y. M. C. A. boy band is now planning for a big minstrel show and concert. .. General R. Jackson, of Chicago, will be the guest of Mr. C. C. Caldwell, of Champion avenue, on February 6, 7 and 8... Mrs. Taylor Ray, of 220 N. Ohio avenue, has been ill for several days. .. Mrs, Emma Barnett, aged 53, of 174 ‘North Hamilton avenue, died Sunday morning at 10:30. She leaves a husband and son, also scores of friends, to mourn their loss. Funeral services at Shiloh Baptist church on Wednesaay, February 3, at 1:30. Rev. Davis officiated. .. Mr. Steele, of Wil Hamson, W. Va., was a visitor in our city last week... Mr. E. T. Jenkins, largest colored cement contractor of our city, has received plans for a considerable amount of cement wor; from the Ohio State University Mr. James Burkes, of West Lane ay¢ nue, has been sick for several scase .. The Sunday afternoon meeting hj at Antioch Baptist Church in seit ville was well attended owing to thy condition of the weather. LOST RELATIVE. Miss’ Flora Brown wishes to fin her brother, Charlie E. Brown, 3 Los Angeles, Cal, formerly of’ 41 lanta, Ga. Any information as to ng address write The Freeman. WANTED. Cloth pressing machine, sasoline tank that holds 100 galions o: more State right price. Inquire ai one. Sam M. Knight, 432 Warren street, ‘Huntington, Indiana. Feb.i3 INFORMATION WANTED REGaRp. ING LOST FRIEND. Would like to find the whereatouts of a woman by the name of Annie Brown if living. She is cither Philadelphia or New York. Was bors at East Camden, N. J., called at the time Crammer Hill, N. J. Last heanj from her was in New York at No. § Minether street, in year 1894. Any information address Sallie Lee. 111) North Third street, Superior, Wis, WANTED! WANTED! The whereabouts of Mrs. Mary Pierre and children. Her husband, Charlie Pierce, a waiter, worked in Pain Beach’ and the Palmer House. Their daughter is Eva. When last head heard of they lived at 2708 Armour avenue, Chicago. 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