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The Exposition Number will be issued during the Holidays. Will represent the Race's progress THE FREEMAN A NATIONAL ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER CURTIS NAMED MINISTER TO LIBERIA The First of a Series of Political "Surprises" in Store for the Followers of President Wilson. SECRETARY OF THE TREASURY ISSUES WARNING No Merit in Suit for $68,000,000 for Ex-Slaves, and no Funds in Treasury to Pay for Ante-Bellum Cotton Production—A Shake-Up in Washington Schools Imminent—Board of Education May be Abolished—Judge Hewlett Deserts Lawyer Jones—The Recordership in the Foreground. 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 44 CURTIS NAMED M The First of a Series of P for the Followers o SECRETARY OF THE TRE No Merit in Suit for $68,000,000 for Pay for Ante-Bellum Cotton Produce Imminent—Board of Education M Lawyer Jones—The Recordership in (By R. W. Thompson.) Bureau of the Freeman, 1898 S. Court N.W. 1223 S Strete, N. W. WASHINGTON, D. C., Oct. 27—One of the "surprise" hints at in these columns a surprise for the president; there has come to pass. President Wilson on Monday named James L. Curtis, of New York, as minister of defense. This is the first of the series of "surprise" that we shall release as time goes on, but it is by no means the first to come out of the presidential hopper. Mr. Curtis' selection for this important post gives satisfaction to the colony known as a clean man, an able man, and one who will reflect credit upon the practice law successfully for a number of years in New York city and has handled some large deals in finance and speaker, possesses a pleasing address and stands well with all of the eleven gotham. He will come to Washington shortly to receive his instructions and to prepare to take hold of the work done there. Mr. Curtis will be as post in the West African republic is invariably allotted to a colony will be any opposition to his confirmation by any member of the senate. The nomination of Mr. Curtis, therefore, the executive session of the senate when congress meets in December, the Liberian Mission was offered to Bishop Alexander Walters, the energetic leader of the democracy, but he could not urge the appointment of Lawyer Curtis and the party magnates concurring, by the president, Mr. Curtis is a brother of Dr. A. M. Curtis, a well-known surgeon of this city, and for the official head of Freedman's hospital. The colored followers of President Wilson are jubilant over the appointment and regard it as the fore-runner of the democratic party. They are handed out to colored men of standing and influence, in or out of the democratic party. The greater "surprise" is said to be in the wind. Keep your eye on the White House. The Recordership of Deeds The recognition of Lawyer Curtis brings to the foreground the fact that the office of recorder of deeds has been vacant a year and a third. A number of ambitious colored democrats are anxious to fill the shoes once filled by Frederick Douglass, B. K. Bruce, J. C. Matthews, C. H. J. Taylor, H. P. Cheatham, John C. Dancy, Henry Lincoln Johnson and James Monroe Trotter, and there are those who think the time is growing ripe for this "plum" to fall into the lap of some worthy member of the race. Bishop Walters has worked early and late to have the president allot this place to a colored man, in keeping with the policy adopted by the President in 1868. It is said that his admitment of the president Wilson's favorably inclined to accept to Bishop Walters' suggestion, and would do so if he could feel sure that such a step would not precipitate a bitter fight in the senate over the matter of confirmation or stir up strife among the district forces, which seem to insist upon "home rule" when an outside colored man is proposed for office. Busy with other problems, it is said the president has not given the recordership serious consideration for a long time. After the opening of congress some things of interest are likely to happen. No Funds in United States Treasury Belounging to Ex-Slaves. --- less. The treasury holds that the tax was collected lawfully, as determined by the court, who is familiar with the law on the subject and the decisions of the courts thereon, would think of bringing suit against the occupants, those who have slaves were entitled to compensation for their work, their claim would be against their former employer, and the course at this late day against such masters, or for the proceeds of the cotton produced by their labor. A connection is made with anything for such service would be fraudulent and absurd. Secretary McAdoo explains this point at length because the statement is untenable of the fact that we are liable to mislead persons unacquainted with the facts. Chief Counsel Jones Publishes Speech and Sends Circulars Cornelius J. Jones, of Memphis, Tenn., is chief counsel for the ex-slavery claimants. He has been in the city recently, and delivered a speech on the matters he has discussed, but made no attempt to answer leading questions raised in these columns just after the filing of the suit. The Baltimore more space was given in the Washington Bay, which it is assumed it the principal organ of the claimants, as it has been carrying all of their advertising. The treasury department has out by the said C. J. Jones, purporting to give "instructions what to do to make claim to share in $68,000,000 sued for by persons who labored in the prosecution. The government has also received another circular issued by C. B. Williams, of Clarksdale, Miss., which is headed "Make a claim to share in a copy of the bill of complaint filed in the court in Washington, D. C. Judge Hewlett Withdraws From Case. Judge Hewlett will attend From Case, Jones in July, he had associated with him former Judge E. M. Hewlett, a prominent member of the district bar, and has now made affidavit that his confidence has been abused and that he now sees no meritorious value in view of the statements made in the printed circulations put into circulation in the south, advising the suit, to the court, the suit etc., he has withdrawn from the case. Judge Hewlett is a man of higher education and takes an indication that a honest man can not afford to be identified with the proceedings as conducted by the promoter-in-charge. The declaration concerning concludes with the declaration that as the pending suit is against the court, a familiar law that a suit of the government itself, and the court to hold that it has no jurisdiction to entertain such a case. It is, therefore, more than probable that the case will presumably be the court on a preliminary motion. The colored papers of the court should give secretary to the widest and fullest public speech. He speaks for the best interests of the colored people of the land, and especially for those or --- Mr. Isaac S. Hathaway, formerly of Kentucky, but living in Washington in recent years, where he has won renown as a sculptor, was married on Monday to the late Barbara W. Edmonds, the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Edmonds, 3434 Madison Avenue, where ding was a pretty affair, and only a few friends aside from the family witnessed the ceremony. The parlors were beautifully decorated and there was a bride, Mrs. J. Milton Waldron, pastor of Shiloh Baptist church, officiated, using the bride's dress. Edmonds, sister of the bride, was bridesmaid, and the groom was attended by Dr. W. L. Board. The bride was married to Dr. W. L. Board. The bridesmaids, Mr. Daniel W. Edmonds, a brother of the bride, was master of ceremonies, assisted by Mr. James L. Edmonds, a brother of the bride, T. H. Johnson played the wedding march from Mendelsohn's "Lohengrin." Dainty refreshments followed the wedding, and pieces of the bride cake were distributed. Mr. and Mrs. Hathaway left Tuesday for Pine Bluff, Ark, where the sculptor will be in clay modeling in the Branch Normal College. Mr. Hathaway's young son accompanied him to Pine Bluff, where a broad field of constructive service awaits them all. We shall have more to say of Mr. and Mrs. Hathaway later. A. M. E. Conference is to be Held Here. By an agreement entered into last week, the next annual session of the Baltimore Conference will be held at the Metropolitan A. M. E. church in this city, instead of a Bethel in Baltimore, and the owner declines involvement. Metropolitan church had on foot some plans that it was though would militate against a successful meeting here, and the owners declined involvement of the plans then pending has led to an extension of an invitation and the conference will be held here next week. The local church has not entertained the Baltimore conference since 1908. A Change in Washington School System Scheduled Soon. As has been predicted for many years, the Washington schools. "The report is a good sign," he said. INDIANAPOLIS, IND., SATURDAY, OCTOBER 30, 1915 STILL THE BEAUTIFUL PRINCESS LANGUISHES. ENGLAND DARDANELLES. mad public and it contains a number of recommendations that will make local changes in the present school system, bring the management of the educational affairs of the community more in touch, lead the management of the educational priorities of the District of Columbia Ireconcilable divisions in the board of education on matters pertaining to both the school system and the district, will lead to an abolishment of the board. If the board with limited powers reaffirm the reasons there will be scarcely a reason for face face. The only colored member likely to be retained, if the board is not abolished, will be reaffirmed. If mixed up in any of the fashion flights, and whose mind is not blessed in favor of the retention of Mr. Bruce, against the retention of the system, have made people of the district. It has long been recognized that only in a complete overhaul of the system have made the schools a joke. If that relief means the doing away with the officials who have made this situation so they have only themselves to blame. A step in the right direction was the rule to allow two salaries in the school system, than two salaries in the school system, the blow being aimed at certain individuals who have been serving as day school teachers, the attendant. The rule is good, but in the opinion of every one not on the pay-roll, it does not go far enough. The rule is also allowing one should be allowed to draw more than one salary from the public schools. The rule is also teaching in the night schools, also teaching in the salaries should go to the normal graduates who have nothing to do. The notice of this phase of the school problem and if there is a response to the popular will, the doubling-up of day school salaries should be made. The benefits of the people's money should be spread over the widest possible area. Major Lynch "In Our Midst." Major John R. Lynch, author of that thrilling book, "The Facts of Reconnaissance," and J. Davidson, 1911 13th street, N. W., and is being visited daily by many of his colleagues, pleasantly as a member of congress, auditor for the navy department and paymaster in the United States Army. Ally Officer, Major Lynch is hale and hearty, and has not been confined to his home country in everything that pertains to public affairs, especially the questions that affect the race, and is interested in politics and country on matters political. Major Lynch will be here for a week or so and may find it convenient to call upon him at the address given above. The News in Tabloid. These seem to be golden days for the Washington Bee. It has not utterly changed, and no longer do the school question, the Mu-Sc-Lit club or the interlopers vex the midnight dreams of the once doughty editor of the Bee. Miss Lucy Hamilton Nooks, of the Cameron, has gone to her home in Xenia, Ontario, for an indefinite stay, on account of the continued illness of her mother. Mr. E. J. Cooney has recently promoted from a $1,000 clerkship to the $1,200 grade in the office of the auditor of the navy department. This office is under the control of Secretary of the Treasury McAdoo. Robert Hillard, the famous actor, is soon to be seen here in a new play, in which he plays the role of a "taunt" of Negro blood, who marries a white woman. The complications growing out of this mixed alliance, it is the so-called basis of a treatment of the so-called "problem" from a new and startling angle. Word comes that Mrs. I. Napa was quite pleased to a short time ago by a fall down chair, but is now well on the road to recovery. Her many friends here are glad to note her MRS. MATTIE LEWIS DEAD. Mother of Cary B. Lewis Dies After an Illness of Four Days. Special to The Freeman: LOUISVILLE, Ky., Oct. 26.—Thursday morning of last week, Mrs. Matteie veteran soldier, died at her home, 535 South 12th street, of a paralytic stroke. Lewis, the well-known newspaper man, and Plummer Lewis, Jr. She was ill only four days. The funeral services of which she had been a member for thirty years, being one of the first consoled men and the men while they built the museum She was a member of Household Ruth for thirty-six years, and a member of Baptist Church for eight years. The funeral services took place on last Saturday, and she was packed with friends of the deceased, The Rev. W. H. Craighead, pastor of the church, delivered the funeral oration. Ferguson of the Episcopal church spoke. Miss Nellie Frye read the memorial, and the head read one from the church, and Miss Georgia Moore from the Ladies Union Band and one was read from the house. Neil McCarthy read to rest Heilotrope casket in Eastern cemetery, in the lot given the family by the late Levi Tyler for the funeral. The thirty years. The grave was laden with flowers from friends from Chicago and New York. Cary B. Lewis received twenty-five telegrams and fifteen special delivery letters, expressing sympathy and congratulations. He also his mother a visit eight days ago. The following special letters were received from his co-workers in Kentucky: *Office of the Chicago Defender. Mr. Cary B. Lewis, Louisville, Ky. Mr. Cary B. Lewis: We, the under-signed, staff of the Chicago Defender, extend to you herewith our profound sympathy in this hour of bereave- The death of your dear mother is a sad loss, and she will compensate; however, we bear with you the burden of your sorrow as a just rribute to one whom we feel to be our friend. Signed: B. Spriggs, Z. Wilkin, Philip H. P. Lee, Lloyd McCoy, R. S. Abbott Office of Secretary, Kentucky Negro Press Association, Louisville, October 23, 1915. Mr. Cary B. Lewis, Louisville, Ky. Dear Sir and Friend: We beg of you to accept of our heartfelt sympathy in the death of your beloved mother, the sister of a good friend. The record of a good life is complete. May that record perpetuate her virtues and the services she has rendered the com- Again begging that you accept of these words of condolence from your fellow scribes, we are, the scribes, sympathy, of Kentucky Negro Press Association. Per Ed Willis, president, editor Lexington News. Lexington secretary. ("Ye Scribe," Mr. Buchanan Lewis, Chicago, Ill., brother of Mr. Lewis, attended the funeral of Mr. Lewis, Plummer Lewis, will arrive next week from Chicago, to live with her brother. The friends and neighbors man on man, who is blind, and known to every one in Louisville as "Comrade Lewis." NEWS OF GREENVILLE, MISS. (By Jno. L. Dorsey.) Special to The Freeman. The Silas Green Company showed here last night to a crowded tent and we can never say or do too much for Mr. Williams' show. Mr. Williams will show a concert every day, every respect. As soon as the show arrived Mr. Williams began to inquire for a colored stable, good store, etc. He was very interested in Mr. Williams' band concert was played —Cleveland Plain Dealer in front of the Dixie Drug Company. This show had every step of racial ideas and we hope the show has a season and we welcome them here again. The A. M. Miller has just closed a successful fair, at which Hy Young, a local talent, proved his stage ability and we welcome opera house, to discontinue the picture, "The Birth of a Nation." We have from the race, Miss Kate Johnson and Mr. Wm. Rainey were quietly from the race, October 24. We hope the young and popular couple well and much success. IN OLD "PADUKE." Glorious Camp Meeting Continues— At Divinity School At Fifty+k (By J. J. Amos, 1063 North 7th St.) PADUCAH, Ky. Oct. 28—During the past few weeks the Rev. J. W. Williams condemns the murders of four inmates. North Eleventh street Rev. Davis and other ministers have helped the good work. Many candidates are awaiting her Merriwinter entertained with a sumptuous dinner the following persons, in honor of Rev. J. W. Williams, McKenzie Rev. J. W. McKenzie, J. W. Hull and wife Rev. R. A. Adams of Kansas City, Kansa, Mrs. Ward of Mayfield and Rev. J. W. Williams, Mrs. Ward departed on the next train to attend the Mite Missionary Society, which meets in Detroit, Mich. Mrs. Lizzie Givens Young, having been contracted to her room for several days, died at the home of her sister, Mrs. Mary J. Frasher, South Ninth Street member of Burk's chapel, and also belonged to the Daughters of Zion and Susanna chapter No. 4. The funeral was held at Burk's chapel, J. W. Hull officiating. She leaves to mourn her loss three sisters, two brothers and many friends. The deceased had reached her fifty-sixth HUMBOLDT, TENN Special to The Freeman. Miss J. L. White after two months stay in Humboldt, has returned to her home. Mr. Arthur Simmons sends a letter to Oscar Sloch, Simmons, Oscar Sloch, Sonnie Williams, A. E. Drugh, Hushelward and Tobe Bell. Goodall sends best regards also. Mr. Simmons and daughter, Ellie (Chew). Welch from Trenton, after spending several days. -- Miss Eatier Watson made a flying trip to Dier to visit her mother. -- Miss Eatier Watson taught school. -- Mrs. Berry, of Jackson, Tenn. spent Sunday with her aunt, Mrs. Mattie Hollman. -- Quite a number of teachers. -- Mrs. Fairn. Keep posted with the latest news by reading The Freeman. -- Mrs. M. E. Dodson is reported lil at this time. Mrs. Simmons will found at the Southern St. Cafe, Miss Molle Cambell, proprietor. .NEWS FROM SHAWNEE, OKLA. Special to the Freeman Mr. Lonzo Cummins, his family and two brothers, of Lima, Loka. were visiting their sister, Mrs. M. E. Lawson. They also went to another Nunn, the young minister of this city, is going to make an ideal preacher. He believes strictly in uprightness. -- Mr. Briant, Franklin is on the road to another Nunn, will look up. -- Don't forget to subscribe for the Freeman, which can be had at Lawson's place. -- Doctor Brooks is a good doctor and he should be patron of the Dealer's deal of practice from other races. -- I was told that Rev. Alstin preached his farewell sermon at the A. M. E. church to Shawnee. -- Mr. Cayton has had the gas put in. PRICE FIVE CENTS. SINGLE COPY—SIX MONTHS, 85c; ONE YEAR, $1.50. NEWS OF THE NATION'S METROPOLIS Mr. Fenton Johnson, the Brilliant Young Chicago Poet, Issues a New Volume of Poems F. S. GRANT SUCCEEDS AS A BUSINESS MAN R. R. M. Bolden, Negro Candidate for Assemblyman, has an Excellent Chance of Election—The Rank and File of the Race are Enthusiastic—New York has a Negro Eye Specialist, in the Person of Dr. R. Gordon Adams, who Stands High in the Profession—Rev. Hutchin Bishops Warns Young People. Allen National News Bureau, 252 West 53rd Street. NEW YORK, Oct. 24.—Fenton Johnson, the brilliant young Chicago poet, whose first collection of poems, entitled "A Little Dreaming," created a new poet in the literary world, a few years ago, and caused him to be hailed as the new Negro poet with a new message, has issued a second book of poems, the title of the "Visions of the Dusk." The little book is one of great literary merit and contains some of the best poems, who are expressions from the young poet who have been written at this time to sing of the joys and sorrows of his race. In "Visions of the Dusk," the first of the first two of the best poems, which has been in a strain best, and chants to his race in a strain best, is unusual since the days of the lamented Dunbar when this great genius used to express to the world the feeling of the great love of the man who has been so long in America letters, and will further reveal the splendid singing powers of the great love of the race, and the best interpret the life and aspirations of the Negro. The second collection of poems has been carefully worked up, and has been made to be a true race in the dialect of the language in which the race expressed itself before the The little books contain lullabies, Negro spirituals, plantation chants and poems which expressed the pent-up emotion in Negro spirituals, the Negro which strike a triumph as typical of the Negro of today. In the little book songs of love, of sorrow, of joy, of death, of one artistic temperament of the Negro are expressed with a delicacy that will make the little book live. In "Visions of the Dusk" the young poet attempts to capture the race that sang in the days of slavery and dignifies their chant, as well as preserves the first note in which the Negro expresses his identity in his new book strikes in the main his message in dialect in which he is very gifted, there are poems in the book that strike a lofty, dealable note in which the Negro expresses his versatility of the young writer. The poems portray a fine poetical warmth and feel the equal of Duncan's rhetoric and brings to his work in his second collection of poems a fine insight into the heart of the race. The poetry, which shows the originality of the young poet and which will make his work live. In this new book no better poetical genius of the Negro's mind and the ability of that mind to properly interpret that feeling to another. The little book with the favorable opinions of the leading critics of the nation, and men and women high up in the literary world, in paying a united tribute to the new writer of the race. The little book is dedicated to Andrew W. Jordan and Josephine Tucker Baker, the brilliant literary people who discovered the young poet shortly after the appearance of his first novel. The foreward contains an appreciation from the Literary World of April 2, 1914, which reads as follows: "I am a poet of his verse is in formal cultivated English, some in the corrupt language of the American Negro, expresses with singular intensity the joys and sorrows of a subject race." The little book opens with "A Georgia Lullaby," a verse of which is here Sleep, my honey, dreaming time is Fancy in her harge is drifting near. In the slumbering pine the birdie sings To weary charge beneath her wings. Sleep, my honey, sleep tonight, Young Johnson is without a doubt the new poet of the race, and his advent at this time is outstanding. He has a fine literary background and brings to his work a finesse which up to this time gives the young poet a sense of pride and a sense of Chicago product and is a graduate of the University of Chicago and Northwestern University. He showed his literary genius in the first show based upon Negro life that was ever presented in this country. The name of the show is "Haiti," and was presented at the Pekin theater. The young poet was seen at his residence, 135 West 45th Street, and wrote the first show based upon Negro life that was ever presented in this country. The name of the show is "Haiti," and was presented at the Pekin theater. Mr. Johnson is a young man of color, and he will be particularly welcomed at this time when the race needs a new poet to interpret its life and aspirations. Rev. Bolden Candidate for Assembly. For the first time in the history of this city's political life a Negro has been nominated as candidate for the twenty-first assembly district, which is located in the Harlem section of the city, where live a population of Negroes numbered 1,296. Rev. Richard M. Bolden, one of the most prominent clergymen in this city and the founder of this city, Rev. Bolden was nominated in the last primary election The Freelancer As an advertising dium is unequaled any Negro News per, going into it 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. TION'S METROPOLIS brilliant Young Chicago Poet, volume of Poems AS A BUSINESS MAN As Assemblyman, has an Excellent Chance the Race are Enthusiastic—New York has on Dr. R. Gorden Adams, who Stands in Bishops Warns Young People. on the Progressive ticket, winning over a white candidate by a large ma- jority. A large number of influential white men voted for Rev. Bolden, and are working enthusiastically for his elec- The nomination of Rev. Bolden as candidate from the twenty-first assembly among the Negroes of this city, and a great campaign is being made among the Negroes of the assembly hall of New York state. The colored population has long desired representation in the law of this city, and a great campaign is being made among the Bolden in the campaign at this time has inspired the race to a greater extent than Bolden in the campaign at this time has inspired the race to a greater extent than Bolden in the campaign at this time he will go to the assembly. The district where Rev. Bolden is making the campaign to Bolden is made up of Negroes who, if they did their duty on election day, would give Bolden a majority that would send him to the assembly, and Bolden was established at 480 Lenox avenue, and Lawyer Louis A. Leavelle, one of the best-known lawyers of the race, is The campaign committee is made up of well-known professional and business men, among them being Bishop Alexander Wallace, one of the greatest champions of the race's rights in America. A large mass meeting was held last Friday evening in the interest of the candidacy of Dr. Bolden, and fully 1,000 Negroes crowded the building and pledged their loyal support to Rev. Bolden and the Progressive Congress. He meeting was Frank Moss, who is running for district attorney, and other white candidates. They were loud in their praise for the courage that Rev. Bolden has shown in making the fight for equal representation in this state. Rev. Bolden is well known in this city and his work for civic uplift in the community where he is located is well known. He is well educated and has traveled extensively abroad. Your correspondent in this issue is calling attention to the success of F. S. Grant, who conducts the Grant's Employment Office at 103 West 131st Street, Mr. Grant is one of the most reliable and efficient business men in this city, and is succeeding well in his line. Mr. Grant has been in business in this city for fifteen years, but moved into his present office about two years ago. He is a member of the National Association of as one of the most reliable and efficient business men in the city, and some of the leading clubs, hotels and private families look to Mr. Grant for help. Mr. Grant makes a specialty of colored help, and he has placed members of his staff in the employment features he carries on an extensive network of employment rejection Mr. Grant has succeeded well. Mr. Grant is a young man who has shown fine grit in reaching his presidents' office. Atlanta, Ga., and is a graduate of Atlanta University. He came to this city in 1970, and is working in the leading hotels of the city he launched into business for himself. He is active in all movements in the arts and sciences. Odd Fellow and is a member of the Southern League. His wife, Mrs. F. S. Estabrook, is a graduate making establishment, and is one of the best known dressmakers in this city. (Continued on Page Eight) IF THIS PAINTER ANT A QUEER GENIUS HE'S FEGOT T. PUY ANY FEET ON MY LADY AN SHELL CALL TO DAY JOHNNY LOOKS LIKE A REAL BOHEMIAN HE SAID IF HE DIDN'T MAKE A SAIL TO DAY WED STARVE, SO I DETTER GET BUSY AN FIX DISTING UP IF HE'S AN IMPRESSIONIST HE'S GOT THE WRONG IMPRESSION LADIES THIS EZ ZE PROUDEST MOMENT OF MY LIFE I KNOW IT WILL BE LOVELY IM DYING WITH PECTANCY ITS AN INSULT WRETCH! COME ON MOMME, HES CRAZY IM LOOKIN' FER DE FIRE ESCAPE. 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If you want a tidy job that does you credit when you're through. You've got to use a hammer now and then." The carpenter took thought and to the blacksmith he replied: "I figure on my plans with pensive joy." But when it's time to nail the work in which I've taken pride A sturdy stroke is what I must employ. Your dreamer and your schemer may be grateful to the mind. But, to do the work that should be done by men. Thoughts of overwork it all re- Though you must overwork it all resentfully inclined. You've got to use a hammer now and then." —Washington Evening Star. Let's give "emancipation celebrations" a rest. The less one draws upon his friends the longer he keeps them. New Yorkers are justly proud of the one, only and celebrated Charles W. Anderson. Kansas City will be the center of the map next summer. Keep your eyes on the big city by the Kaw. "Pinch-hitting" is what wins games on the baseball diamond and makes successes in the game of life. The "hammer" must be used sometimes—but use it judiciously. Hit the right nail on the head, and all will be well. It so happens, in many instances, that "mutt" makes more money than "wisely guy." But, who wants to be a "mutt"? There is a popular impression in and out of newspaper circles, that a correspondent lives on applause and the naked atmosphere. What has become of the old-fash ioned girl who used to be tickled to deat g to troley-riding with her fellow friends. Respectfully referred to Abe Martin. Students who worry over the twenty-six students in the English alphabet ought to take a try at the Chinese alphabet which has 4,000 separate and distinct characters. It is difficult to refrain from doubling the loyalty of a friend who is too closely allied with your enemies. "Men walk not long together unless they agree," says Holy Writ. Now that Col. Roscoe Conkling Simmons, the officer of the Louisville Neville will the Chicago Defender admit that "old sorrel-top" is not as dead as it reported him to be two years ago? Woman suffrage is a matter for the states to settle. If each commonwealth adopts universal suffrage all the purposes will be constitutional amendment will be been accomplished. Capture the states! In the future, those who wish information on various matters should include a decent stamp, or enough enclosure a decent stamp, or enough enclosure a bole to reply to their inquiries. A hint to the wise ought to be sufficient. A woman is entitled to the career she is capable of attaining. She should be given a livelihood and enjoy the same wage for the same work. She should have a voice in the government under which she must live and serve. The esteemed Georgia Baptist is to be appointed as the new president of T. Walker as editor-in-chief. This journal was a power for race elevation under the long regime of the late Rev. T. Walker and continue to be published at Augusta, Ga. J. E. Henderson is the new editor of the Mosaic Guide, published at Little Rock, Ark., as the official organ of the National Order of Mosaic Templars of the United States. It is one of the nearest and most sensibly edited race papers in the Southland. Ralph W. Tyler, the columbus (Ohio) correspondent for the Chicago Herald, said that he "swooned" when the news came that he was arrested from the Buckeye state. He says he is too stoical for any exhibitions. He also denies the Cleveland Gazette's THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. JOHNNY ON THE SPOT MAKES ANOTHER CHANGE. subtle intimidation that anthrax serum might be just the thing to reanimate the brain, Mr. Tyler seems to have contracted the embarrassing, if not dangerous, "denyng habit." The commercial page of a daily paper has it that "there's plenty of paper to throw in, the piece of thrilling news to our good friend, Editor Nick Chiles, of the Topeka hairstaler, and the Austin political leader and city official of the Kansas metropolis, is already "hep" to the fact. One wing of the National Baptist convention will meet next September at Savannah, Ga. This is the Morris, Mo. convention, which is decided by Boyd element is to meet at Kansas City, Mo. Both claim to be the real, Simon-pure National Baptist convention, and the courts before the time for meeting arrives. All Christians hope for an amicable adjustment between forces of civilization. They should compose their troubles in a spirit of Christian charity and set an example for secular organization. . . . We beg to acknowledge with thanks the receipt of a copy of "Hall to the March," a memorial to the march, a souvenir of the Lincoln Emancipation Celebration. Along with the march is a hymn, based on the song "The Negro Race." The addition to the music cabinet of any member of the Negro race. These and others are performed by the Pace and Handy Music Company, Solvent Bank building, Memphis, Tenn., with a Chicago office at $318. The music firm is headed by Harry H. Pace, former Grand Exalted Ruler of the Elks, C. Handy, known the world over as the composer of the "Memphis Blues." . . . To the impatient, who imagine they are not making progress as rapidly as they may, they to the careers of Senator Martine, of New Jersey, and Senator Chilton, of West Virginia. Martine was defeated for election to public office before being landed in the United States senate. Chilton was thirty-seven long years reaching the goal of his youthful ambition, and men are head and shoulders above their contemporaries, who seemed to be blessed with that intangible thing we call life. The early rounds of life's race. The deep point illustrated by the final triumph of Martine and Chilton is that it will come eventually if you get your goal thoroughly in mind and keep everlastingly at the task of reaching it. The Indiana Household of Ruth. led by the indomitable Mary, Mary E. Washington, the other Households of the country in the amount of money contributed for her war in Europe. Mrs. Washington is a real leader and has a loyal following, and neither know how to remain in connection with the headship of the country may be. In many quarters, Mrs. Washington is very favorably mentioned in connection with the headship of the country when a change is to be made, it is among the probabilities that she will succeed in recognizing the position. That the country is familiar with Mrs. Washington's sterling qualities and is desirous of recognizing them was by her letter to Grand Chaplain in 1914 at Boston. ITEMS OF MAYFIELD, KY. (Luray Mae Galbreath.) The dance which was given at Bomar's Hall Monday night by the University and most successful dance that has been given in this city for a long time. Visitors from Fulton and other neighborhood were present in the Orchestra further up the street. Mr. John Crabtree, of Metropolis, visited here and her attending students. Mestesda Maggie Thompson, and Mattie Hale have returned to their homes at Carbondale, Ill., and St. Louis, her attending students. We attended conference friends. -- Mrs. Dora Beadle Wilkerson is very sick and confined to her home at Carbondale. Mrs. C Redney, of Chicago, III, is the guest of her sister, Mrs. Mattie John Blanche Balley, who is teaching in this city, visited in Paducah last week. -- Mrs Frank Trice and Miss Lula Mae Curtis, of Paducah, city Sunday, the guests of Misses Blanch Balley and Saddle Beadles. -- We attended the training from the Paducah Uniform Rank about Thanksgiving. -- Mrs Novella Wilson, of Paris, Penn., has resided in Paducah and Mrs. Frank Wilson. -- Miss Lizzle Anderson is convalescing. -- Mrs Mary Belle Beasley visited friends in Fulham. -- Mrs Mary Beasley new-home, at Shelbyville, Ky. -- Mr. Scott Ridgeway is reported better at sick, in bed at her home in West Mayfield. ___ Madame Gunn is in the city and ready to serve her, customers. Madame Gunn's magic hair grower stops the hair from falling out and allows a once to growing. She can be found at 111 Hutcherson's on West Water street. MOUND CITY, ILL. NOTES FROM CHEYENNE, WYO. Special to The Freeman. Mrs. J. E. Smith is still rapidly improving and is able to be out. Miss Lillian Jefferson and Miss Virgil Gaskin have been indisposed this week. Harold Gaskin, the small son of Mrs. F. B. Gaskin, was also on the sock list. Rev. Faut, the Baptist pastor, has been confined to his home with a severe cold. A wedding of interest to Cheyenne patient Robert Gaskin, Mrs. Miss Essie Jean Vernon, sister of W. T. Vernon, ex-registrar of treasury, United States, and Mr. Edward Laudor, Mrs. Essie Vernon, were united by the Holy Bonds. We wish them Godspeed on life's great journey. Emma Jones, who has resided in this city for about three months, died Monday at her home after a prolonged illness. Funeral services were held at the Church of Donahoo officiated, assisted by Rev. Fant. Searchlight Club held a very enjoyable meeting at the home of Mrs. J. A. Baker. Their regular course of study and routine of business was completed in a Choral Study Division under the direction of Mrs. Harold Vaughn. This new departure will be hailed with joy. Mrs. Gaskin has been said that no city of its size or even in proportion can boast of so much talent that this small city once Word has been received from Denver stating that Mr. Nolle Smith leaves Ychenneau for Jacksonville, he will sail the 16th for Honolulu, having secured an appointment there through the Civil Service. Mr. Smith is a former, Cheyenneau, having been born and raised to manhood. Of course, Cheyenneau is deeply interested in the success of one of her own young men. Mr. Muse, who works in the store department of the U. P., has returned with his car. He has been distributing supplies along the Wyoming division. Read the Freeman. Get the habit. it is a good one. News from far and near. ARE YOU IN TROUBLE? Sick poor or unhappy? If so, send me your name and address describing your case. I will give you a bout-treatment. I make no charges but accept all fees for the treatment. H. J. 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The price of these pills is $10.00. the contour of the figure is spelled, put the bust back where it belongs, prevent the full bust from exposure, eliminate the business, eliminate the danger of dragging muscles and confine the shoulder giving a upper body THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER What Our Women are By Grace Lucas-Thompson. A Resolution. I will start anew this morning with a higher, fairer creed; I will cease to stand complaining of my不less neighbor's greed; I will cease to stand complaining with my duty's call is clear; I will waste no moment whining and my heart shall no fear. I will look sometimes about me for the things that merit praise; I will search for hidden beauties that elude the grumbler's gaze; I will reenter in the path that I must tread. I will cease to have resentment when another moves ahead. I will not be swayed by envy when my rival's strength is shown; I will not strive I will not deny his merit, but I will strive to prove my own; I will try to see the beauty spread before me, rain or shine— I will cease to preach my duty and be more concerned with mine. Miss E. B. Jackson is a notary public at Houston, Texas. The ladies court of the Knights of Pythias has a membership of 75,000. Women are now eligible for appointment on the police force of New Orleans. Mrs. Fannie L. Jackson is grand treasurer of the Louisiana Courts of Calanthe. Miss Ellen Clark is an able instructor in the Episcopal Mission School at Thomasville, Ga. Miss Carolyn C. Thomas is teacher of the fresh air class in the Washington, D. C., schools. Miss Clenton C. stenographer to Dr. Kennedy, resident physician at Tuskegee Institute. Miss M. Belle Anderson is teacher of domestic science and art at the State University, Louisville, Ky. Miss Viola Carr is superintendent of hygiene of the State Federation of Club Workers of Pennsylvania. Mrs. Anne Elchelburger is a member of the A. Elchelburger Cigar Mfg Co., and is an expert cigar maker. Miss Carribel Cole, a sister of the late Bob Cole, is studying at the Hinman Normal School of Dancing, Chicago. Mrs. Bessie M. Weaver, of Kansas City, Mo, is doing a successful business as a florist. She is an expert in AN APPEAL FROM HAITI TO THE EDITORS AND THEIR TEN MILLION BRETHREN IN THE UNITED STATES 519 Third St. Miami, Fla. October 21, 1915. I am using this October 21, 1915. appeal on behalf of your brother in the Republic of Haiti. Unfortunately, the difference that exists between the two countries is allowed of that intimate fellowship and interchange of fraternal counteses and sympathies that might have other- It is to be regretted that in many instances, you have come to look at your brethren of Haiti through the question of whether the entitlement of our race, and as a consequence, you have unwittingly voiced their criticisms. But it will only be necessary to remind you of the fact that if it is not the right thing to be the right thing to be the right thing to be the right thing from the statements and criticisms that are unsparingly given publicity throughout the length and breadth of their present consolence, the people you would of all men be the most contemptible. But your brethren in Haiti know better. Being great travellers, and mostly familiar with you, language, and have a knowledge of the fact and admire and sympathize with you, thanks to the intimate relations, both diplomatically and socially, that it has been their good name for them. But the Island republic, with the elite of their American brethren such as the Hons. E. D. Bassett, John Mercer, Langston, and last, but not least, Frederick, the most important. New South America. Negros are to Haiti its first Negro bishop, in the person of the Rt. Rev. James Theodore Holly, D. D. L. D. The Republic of Haiti returned the compatriots who have also to the local American Methodist bishop in the person of the Rt. Reverend John R. Hurst, D. D. of the Eleventh Episcopal僧徒, and that which comprises the Furthermore, your brethren in Haiti desire that their American counterparts be the immortal and heroic deeds of Toussaint Louverture that first established Wendell Phillips in America, Bord Buxton and Wilberforce in England, and facilitating the emancipation of their brethren that are held in bondage throughout the world, but not least, they urge their brethren in the United States to remember that the laws of ewolutions nature, and that "History repeats itself" when the political troubles in Haiti are the life of other countries and people. "We of Haiti need your fraternal sympathies and moral support just as we do our own," she frees, "Independent and 'sovereign' nation, as guaranteed under the law of nations, entirely ignored by the government, have been personally requested by the officers and members of 'La Ligue Patriotique'—compose," she adds, "to bring to your notice a series of 'delliberately unfriendly acts' which the naval and diplomatic representatives of the country in their country. It will cause you pain and indignation to learn that your brothers—editors—are being either threatened or threatened with the misuse of American methods that are being pursued there. One editor was jailed because of his obstinate refusal of charge, to a self-constituted American "Grand Provest," a copy of every issue of his newspaper, "the business manager was The pressure of professional duties, as well as limited clerical facilities at my disposal, has forced me to adopt an individual letter to every Negro editor or journalist in this country. I am therefore the author of a letter to the editor of the New York Age, a time-old and personal acquaintance of mine, with the request that he publish in serial form, with the privilege that each and every Negro organ of the Negro community brethren in Haiti, to also reproduce it, seriatim, with a view to arousing and securing the effective and moral support of their brethren in the United States in our efforts to maintain, integrally, the administrative and territorial burden of the Negro race. In conclusion, let our motto and slogan be that "We have as aptly suggested by the editor of the Crisis," Yours in the hands of fellowship, ALONZA P. HOLLY, M. D. Ex-consul for Haiti to Bana. RURAL LIFE MOVEMENT. Normal, Alabama—Looking towards the organization of a Rural Life Center, a community sanitary, moral and educational life in the country districts of the Tennessee valley, the heads of the large organizations that meet at the A. & M. College today and formed an organization known as the Tennessee Valley. Conference of the Tennessee Valley. All the presiding elders of the dis- association, president's of, Sunday the development and handling of plants and has read a scholarly paper before many meetings of florists and business factors in general. Miss Flossie Rice, a little miss of thirteen living at Cincinnati, has written a meritorious poem entitled, "To My Race." Mrs. M. C. Lawton is president, and Mrs. M. Lawton is an assistant of the Empire Friendly Shelter for Erring Girls in New York City. Miss Martha Fletcher has been employed by the Associated Charities of Cincinnati, Ohio, as special worker and investigator among the colored people. Mrs. Bernice Sanders received the degree "Summa Cum Laude" at Wilberforce University. She attained "A" in subject during her entire college course. Mrs. Anita Patti Brown has been invited to sing in South America by Signor Florence Constantino, the noted Spanish tenor. The Signor's salary is $3,000 a week. Female ushers are employed exclusively at the Lafayette Theatre in New Philadelphia. The Lafayette also has a female orchestra. Mrs. D. R. Woodard, of Austin, Texas, is one of the race's ablest teachers, is one of the race's best teachers in the school and is one of Texas' influential club women. Four young colored women studies this summer at Sargent School of Physical Education, Omaha, Thomas, Madeline Baptiste, Bertha Allen and Sadie Samuels. I was greatly amused and highly interested recently on reading the following advertisement: "Pies like mother used to make, 5 cents; pies like mother used to try to make, 10 cents." Madame Alice McClelland Todd and Madame Alice McClelland has best beauty cultureists of Topeka, Kan Madame Ware uses the famous Poro goods, while Madame Todd manufactures all of her own preparations. Hattie Mattle Ware, who is totally blind, is employed in the mail-bag repair shop of the Post Office Department. Madame Alice McClelland has employed since 1889 and is an expert at her work. After a mail bag has been stringed in the mouth each canvass sack. Miss Maddox is considered one of the best workers in the office and turns out as much work as anyone school conventions and presidents of women's conventions are lined up with the school conventions and presidents of the Division of the State Agricultural and Mechanical College. These church conventions all their district programs for illustrative lectures dealing with rural sanitation, rural education and impoverishment. The conference recognizes the fact that the church is the best agent for reaching the masses and that if matters are not addressed and to improvement in home building and school building are to be adept at dealing with people, it must be done through the churches. Therefore these leaders heartily agree to cooperate with the church in the cultural and Mechanical College and with the agencies of the Smith-Lever cultural Extension work to the end that the ideas which these agencies represent might be shared with the people at all associations, conferences, Sunday school conventions and women's conventions President Walter S. Buchan, of the State Agricultural and Mechanical College, called for the meeting, was elected president of the organization, and Prof. P. C. Parks, director of agricultural organizations, was agent of the Smith-Lever fund in the Tennessee valley, was made secretary. The following large district religious organizations were represented as follows: The Muscle Shoals Association, Rev. S. M. Robinson, moderator; the Elliott, Eli Fatton, moderator; the Huntsville District of the A. M. e. church, Dr. W. H. Mixon, moderator; the Huntsville District of the C. M. e. church, Rev. T. R. Brown, presiding elder; the Huntsville District of the church, Dr. W. H. Mixon; the Cumberland Presbyterian church, Rev. J. H. Lampley. Among the pastors from Huntsville present are Reverends Bardwell and I. Smiley. (By J. O. Blagburn.) The members and friends of the Eighth Street Baptist church on Tuesday evening tendered a reception to the Oscar Baker Oscar Academy, a lightful program was rendered, after which the committee of ladies, assisted by Percy Lawrence, Alfred Trailer and O. U. Bryan served an audience and were doing a great work in the city. Mrs. Ellen Smith and James Black were on Mrs. and Mrs. W. W. Moore, of Perroya street Sunday, September 3. Mr. and Mrs. Black will reside on their ranch, fifteen miles from the city. Mrs. Black was the number of our young men and women who are struggling for an education in our schools. At the beginning of the school year, some of whom will receive their diplomas in June, were enrolled, Misses Inz McAllister, Roberta North, Jennie Brennan, Reynaldo and Ruth Thrasher, Ralph Shannon, Richard Biffle and Robert North. The beautiful home of the Mrs. Oscar Baker Oscar Academy, destroyed by a fire gained such headache in October 7. The fire had gained such headache before being discovered that it was impossible to save anything. The loss is partially coveted. Mr. S. C. Collins, probably the oldest barber in America, delivered an inspirational speech at E. M. church Sunday school which will long be remembered by those who were fortunate in hearing him. Mr. Collins is a constant reader and a deep thinker. Rev. Henry, pastor of the leading Baptist church of Topeka, Kans. is a graduate of St. John Sunday was honored by having this scholar deliver a few timely remarks. Nastina Bush, an accomplished young lady, who, for several years taught school in the state of Missouri, has taken the position of matron of the Colored Orphanage and Old Folks Home. The community can well feel honored in having this Christian young lady in charge of the orphanage. Miss Bush is a church worker, a member of St. John A. M. E. church, also a member of the choir. Mrs. G. P. Watson, superintendent of the home, is to be congratulated in securing the services of Miss Bush. Mr. A. W. Bean, proprietor of the Bean Brothers Tailoring establishment, left for Oklahoma City, on business, Sunday, October 17th. D. E. Barfield, known to his many friends as the "King of the Glittering Blade," has remodeled his shop on West D. street, making it now one of the finest in the city. Mr. Barfield came to Pueblo about six years ago and has built up a business which is quite creditable. The Freeman is on sale at the Oklahoma Barber Shop. NEWS OF THE DELTA METROPOLIS. Mr. Charlie Bryant, formerly leader of the "Big Six" Orchestra, has moved Memphis, one where he will make his debut. He will make his leave. -- Mr. Horace G. Motley left for Utica Institute, Miss., Thursday morning, October 11, where he will attend school. The depot was crowded and bid him farewell. -- Miss Missie Ward, of Grenada, Miss, is visiting her sister. All of the boys are crazy to the point where they are on our next road attraction the Silas Green Company, which will be here October 2nd. You will see in our next issue how you know showmen are all heart smiling. -- Mr. James Hoskins certainly keeps himself close. Don't see where he could stay so close. Most anybody could glad to hear of a new dentist locating in our city. Dr. M. S. Beadle, formerly of Clarkdale and Jackson, Miss., has offered to visit Clarence R. Russo in up after several weeks' illness. -- Since Foster came back to the "Big Six" Orchestra they certainly have been making some HARRISBURG, ILL. Rev. P. A. Harshaw has been assigned to this work again. -- C. C. Fowler. -- M. of Masonic lodge, has been hired from the University. He reports a grand time. The Masons are taking in four new members this week. -- The Old Fellows will give a demonstration night. They are preparing for the Grand Lodge next year and are going to lay the corner stone for this new hall. -- The Lodge will hold a public installation here Saturday night. The Knights have opened a new lodge here and seem to be doing fine. 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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 30, 1915. The weather is jogging along most beautifully and no one seems to be paying it any mind. We are for free and independent Haiti, but not for the Haiti of the few past years. That country with its foreign interests could easily embroil the Western hemisphere. And it has been demonstrated that it absolutely has no political conscience. Do we overstate it? The management of the Metropolitan Opera Company, New York, engaged James Weldon Johnson, colored, brother of Rosamond Johnson, to translate the libretto of a Spanish opera into English. That's doing very nicely in this Anno domini 1915, and the fifty years till of Negro freedom. The Freemason have many things of progress and interest to present its forth coming exposition number. See the issue by all means. Perhaps it is not necessary to enter on a great program of preparation for the defense of the country as some have suggested. It is always the way—from one extreme to the other. Developments of the recent months, nevertheless, made it plain that the country too great to have such poor defense. We must defend it, but we can not afford to take chances. An increased army and a strengthened navy is imperative if we wish to feel to be proof against invasion. Poor Miss Edith Cavel; she gave up her life for her countrymen. She was the English nurse who was shot by the Germans for aiding British and Belgian soldiers to escape. She admitted it—admitted that she knew what she was doing. But somehow we don't like to think of women being punished for such things. It's the strain in us, and not because of the particular kind of offense. In the move whose punishable need has the sting of virtue. Only the out and out race are allowed to go without back in our judicial machinery; and women are seldom that. Miss Cavel, at any rate, will get what the world so greatly desires—praise for all time. Not long since the Knights of Pythias, of Louisville, Ky., dedicated their new temple, a seven-story building, which cost about $100,000. The structure, according to the likeness see in the newspapers, is architecturally beautiful, imposing and full worthy of the Kentucky branch of the great K. of P. lodge. Among those taking prominent part in the dedicatory services were Roscoe C. Simmons, Hon. R. R. Jackson, of Chicago, Ill., and the state are beginning to show the possibilities. They have the people, and who have the means, but they have been indifferent about putting on a front. The recent years find the citizens making up to their opportunities. This great new building is only one evidence of the regeneration. The scrap at the base ball grounds last Sunday was indeed very deplorable. Some try to justify the happening because there are frequent occurrences of the kind between white teams. It was the same, but with a difference. An umpire is an umpire or he is nothing. We have the right to hoot him, to hiss him, even to call him names, that is, the right is conceded; but when it comes to striking him it is altogether different. It was not exactly the same, because of the known difference between the races. The colored player strikes the white umpire, knocking him down before 5,000 persons, the larger number being white. Can you magine such a thing? The umpire was struck because he was rendering unpopular action (allegedly). It was a beautiful illustration of how to look at the white folks. From the viewpoint of man and man, it would have been just as bad if a white player had struck a colored umpire. Manager Taylor, enroute to Cuba with his club, wired back to the city, expressing himself as greatly hurt because of the happening. He did the manly thing—an apology is due from the aggressor (or white or colored) even if it is never tendered. THE EXPOSITION NUMBER. The Freeman is busy at this time preparing for its exposition number, which will be issued during the holidays. The object is to supplement the work of the various expositions in celebrating the fifty years' end of the achievements of the race as a free people. The newspapers have made some effort in furthering the idea of celebration, and which was very commendable. We think that, owing to the reputation and popularity of our publication, it is up to us also to help out in giving emphasis to the period. Semi-centennials are very far apart, and while it is not absolutely necessary to celebrate them, yet it's the ways of civilization. A thoughtful, reflective, thankful nation like the individual will count the most in the long run. Our object is to set forward the representative achievements of the race pictorially, in words, covering every class of meritorious endeavor, so that the reflection will be no less than an epic, the race in miniature. The staff of contributors whose names will be published in the near future will stand respectively as indexes of their subject. That is, they will speak with authorities and fact that they will be those who have made success of their various undertakings. We are busy soliciting for the representation, and we hope there will be response in kind, in keeping with the undertaking. So far we have met with flattering success. Those receiving a letter from us will confer a great favor if they will answer promptly as the time is short for the work which has been mapped out. TAKING UP FOR HAITI. Elsewhere in this issue is a communication from Alonzo P. Holly, M. D., a son of the late Bishop James Theodore Holly, D. D., LL. D., of Haiti, for the Protestant Episcopal church of the United States, wherein he deplores the stand taken by our country in Haiti. The gentleman is further distinguished by having been consul from Haiti to Bana. In order to make his contentions good he has this to say: "It may interest you to know that D. John, of Haiti, was a resident of Eleventh Episcopal district have recently adopted resolutions condemning the actions of the United States at their recent (October 18) Pre-Centenial Rally in Jacksonville, Fla." The above seemingly preponderance of condemnation is apparently overwhelming, and from a special viewpoint it is overwhelming enough. Haiti is absolutely independent, and to the glory and honor of our own white people, who are considered sometimes rapacious and unmindful of the claims of Negroes, they have lived beside the little republic for more than a hundred years, long before its advocates born and raised, and they, the white people, this country, tempted to disturb the autonomy of the island. We think this is sufficient earnest of good will and good intentions. Some notion of greed may actuate the action of our country at this time. This is a bare possibility. And admitting that, that country is a tempting morsel, it is not more so today than it was years ago. Nor will we forget that there's more of a disposition this day to spread out, to grow—than in the days of George Washington. Really it is this change of disposition that's feared. However, the word of the country is out that no harm shall befall the republic, consequently we should rejoice in the fact that the country is to be saved to itself, from itself. That it will be saved from itself sounds ill to those unacquainted with the happenings of the recent past. Nor do we claim intimate acquaintance, but we know and the world knows that those happenings were the very worst in the history of civilization. We can not see how they could be condoned or excused. Haiti has become a nation of murderers, "regicides" as mean as it sounds. Its governments have been as play—cruel play—as a cat plays with a mouse—teasing their executives a bit, then fouly murdering them, and calling it war. If this Lucretia Borgia situation were the end of all, it would not be so bad. We said sometime ago that independent governments are independent in themselves, but not wholly so as it concerns other governments. It's too long a story to verify this proposition. But careful thinking men can at once see the interdependence, or its necessity, and not that a government has the whole say concerning the lives and property of strangers within its gates. And unless we see it in some such manner we fail to get the gist of the business. We cannot see much excuse for Dr. Holly's argument unless there have been suppressed facts, unless the country is not inured to political brigandage, unless the communities teem with commerce, and the contented husbandmen garners his crops in a security as of God such as our country knows. A white republic or black republic not guaranteeing all of these things is not worthy of the name. DR. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON'S REPORT. Principal's Report to the Trustees, is the way the annual report of Tuskegee is styled wherein there is an accounting of the affairs of that institution, financial and otherwise. This year, ending May 31, 1915, the report covers the doings of the school in a more comprehensive way than heretofore, due, perhaps, to its growing importance and reputation, having in mind its prominence as a greater influence in the affairs of the country and which is more than scholastic. The report is prefaced by Seth Low, of New York, chairman of the Board of Trustees, and for which he speaks. He comments on the usefulness of the institution, speaks commendingly of Dr. Washington, whom he says has done Herculean work. Mr. Low says the gap between the annual income of the institution and the needed outlay is about $150,000, and concerning which he closes with the following tribute to the principal: "The influence and the labors of Dr. Washington have proved adequate but the bridge that they built but every year it becomes more and more important to relieve the Principal of some measure of this burden. Now that many who read this report will move to do something to this end." Dr. Washington calls attention to the effect of the European war on the industries of the south. The colored people are caught in the grip of the war made panic as well as the white people. Tuskegee rose to the occasion, teaching the people how to meet with success the changed industrial relations. Other crops than cotton have been urged which means the first essential is secure—something to eat. Dr. Washington says that both races have shown gratitude for the efforts in that direction. Extension work is a part of the plan the States are touring when thousands of both races are met by the Tuskegee propaganda who set forth the Tuskegee ideas. The report refers to the important gatherings during the year, during which time state and county superintendents of education, supervisors and teachers visited the institution, also many other distinguished visitors. National health week was the outcome of the movement for better home surroundings and which met with success throughout the country. Tuskegee was largely responsible for the campaign against the seed of disease: The school school for 1914-15 began September 8, 1914 with an enrollment THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER in excess of the enrollment of September, 1913. The total enrollment of the school was about the same as the enrollment for last year, 997 boys and 630 girls, a total of 1,537 from 32 states and territories. The number of foreign students come from 19 foreign countries or colonies of foreign countries. This number does not include the 200 in Children's School, a fractional school. "I must not fall to call attention to successful summer school which is being held every year at Tuskegee Institute under the supervision of Mr. J. E. Moore, director of our academy department, or our 100 teachers registered from 15 states, and there is every indication that the summer school is being extended. No part of our work at Tuskegee is more satisfactory than that which is being done through our summer school." "Movable Schools," made possible by the Smith-Lever bill, is commendably referred to. Dr. Washington says: "Not less than 7,540 colored people were reached through these movable schools, and the number of course the Annual Short Course for Negro Farmers has been held here at the Institute, and also the Tuskegee University, for the year. The amount of money coming to us with which to operate these movable schools is likely to increase year by year." Julius Rosenwald has proved an important factor in Negro educational affairs. We set out in full the report on the Rosenwald schoolhouses: "Through our Extension Department we have been able to provide the year, in building rural schools, the arrangement being that the people shall themselves, give a certain amount of money from county, or other agencies co-operating. In this way ninety schools have been started or completed, and through them we have been able to provide Rosenwald, an additional helper has been provided for, so that we hope during this year to build and equip at least 100 schools throughout the South by October." "I would also like to call to the attention of the board another recent act of generosity on the part of Mr. Rosenwald, who has contributed a thousand dollars among the teachers at Mrs. Rosenwald: In celebrating the twenty-fifth anniversary of their work, they have distributed a thousand dollars among the teachers at the Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, Alabama, on the basis of the work done with fifteen years of service as the minimum limit. This is probably the first instance in the history of the institution, which has been distributed among teachers in white or colored schools in recognition of their work. Warm and cordial letter of appreciation was sent to each of the teachers so recognized, concluding with these words: "We recognize the proper and grow and prove an effective influence for usefulness to the institution and to the teacher as a teacher are we to respect, treat, serve and pathetic; and I am sure you will in the future, as in the past, do your part to strengthen and uphold the hands of our students in the responsibility of carrying on the work." This thoughtful recognition will help and inspire our teachers to better service; and the installment of the new central heating plant. He says this is the largest and most important single piece of work ever done in the school grounds. A friend of the institution gave five thousand dollars to build and equip a veterinary hospital. Messrs. C. Bottrell and Sons Company, of Westerly, R. L, and Chicago, Ill., donated one of their latest improved printing presses. During the year the various off-shoot schools of Tuskegee were visited by Tuskegee faculty groups, the cost of the visiting was paid by Tuskegee. A disastrous loss by Tuskegee is referred to. "I now briefly refer to our financial condition, complete details of which are shown in our treasurer's report. The trustee has agreed to pay for the current expenses and improvements amounting to $28,303.51. I regret to state that we have overspent the budget or current expenses, and I agree to say that we have underspent the budget for improvements, so that the net over-expenditure in two accounts amounts to $7,452.22. "As of May 31st, we have received all from sources for current expenses and $28,919.47; for endowment $28,102.99; for undesignated legacies, $53,810.10; making the total receipts for purpose named for the year $79,370.848. "The gifts to the Endowment Fund for the year amounting to $21,020.00 now make the fund stand at $1,970, $214.17." Continuing, Dr. Washington says: "The most urgent needs of the institution are: 1. $50 a year for annual scholarship for our students, with actual benefits providing for his own board and personal expenses in labor and cash. 2. $1,200 for permanent scholarships. 3. Money for operating expenses in any amounts, however small. 4. $2,000 each for four teachers' cot 4. $2,000 each for four teachers' cot- tages. 5. $4,000 for a building for religi- ous purposes. 6. $1,600 to complete the Boys Trades Building. 7. $5,000 for a Boys Dormitory. 8. $5,000 for a Boys Dormitory. 9. An addition to our Endowment Fund of at least $3,000,000. Of the special needs of the institu- tion, Dr. Washington says: "Our needs are so many and varied it is difficult to single out any special ones, but our daily experience and ob- jectivity of our work would be many times increased if we could secure the funds for a much-needed new dormi- tory, and we would be able for girls to cost each about $5,000 and also horse and cow barns, silos piggy house, feed and supply house, building mill room, poultry houses meat house—the whole to cost about $ DALLAS. TEXAS. NEWS DALLAS. TEXAS. NEWS (Freeman Headquarters, 2922 Cochran St. Phone Haskell 6956. By Col. J. G. Griffin and His Boys.) People all over Texas are being sturge and are inside numerous offences to the inside information concerning the injunction. Eyes are open that have never taken stock in lodges. The churches will profit by the information and inside knowledge whose lodges were intended for and not the rich ones, or those who wish to live off and out of the lodge funds as an officer. Dallas lodges have more at stake than the others, are afraid to raise up and demand theirs, as the braves at Fort Worth have been playing a leading part among the masses of the Pythian family. The name of Hon. William McDonald and an officer at Dallas lodges everywhere. __ Mr. S. T. Saxon, John English and Bob Williams and William Bailey, of Indianapolis, Ind. were among the people themselves. __ Mr. P. H. Bacon, of Collins county, spent several days here visiting his sons and friends and enjoying a week's pleasant stay as the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Tolan and his wife. __ Mr. and Mrs. She and Mr. Tolan visited the Panther City and had a most enjoyable trip. -- Mrs. Jackson left for her home this week. Mrs. Woods and others, of Houston, were here and enjoyed the fair and friends. Mrs. Woods and others were here hand-shaking with friends. -- Mr. Jim Wells, of this city, was called Mrs. Julia Wells, who died in Gainesville and was buried in McKinney last week. Mrs. Julia Wells, the stomacher of Mr. Wells, -- Mr. H. E. Jackson is at the Southland hotel from the hotel of Mrs. Woods, saying hard anan are a team on Jackson and Roy. Chairman Dixon of the poll-tax局, Mr. Dixon, is the grand showing at the great lecture by Honorable McDonald, of Fort Worth. His various pretect and ward chairmen, Mr. McDonald, the citizens praised. Nothing but praise. JOHN SULLIVAN WILLIAMS Having recently purchased the pool and billiard hall operated by Gilmore Pearl street and had it thoroughly overhauled and new fixtures installed in the lovers of clean pool and billiards are cordially invited to call and enjoy himself. Gates, the barber, is found at al. 1000 shampooing, hair cutting and massages to suit the growing trade. Yours, 2211 Elm street, Dallas, Texas, Nov. 7 GIVENS CAFE. Where meals and quick lunches and desserts are noticed. Sea foods, pastries, home cooked. Up-to-date bill of fare at walmart. Wine tasting classes. Young street and Santa Fe R. E. POWELL CASE SPECIAL TOURING CAR. For your safety rides, parties, balls, picnics and sight-seeing, careful chauffeurs. If you are coming or leaving Dallas, a card or phone Haskell 7493, such us, Neatly furnished rooms 3111 Sherman Avenue, Dallas. D. P. Powell, Protleter, Oct. 30 THE BRYAN. Corner Bryan and Central Ave. We are now ready to serve hot drinks of all kinds, and lunches. We are among the best chill makers in the city, so call in and try some of our famous dishes and you will be sure to tell others. Sam E. Gregg, Manager. Mrs. Rachel Jones, Proprietor. Information Wanted. By the great-granddaughter of Aunt Betsy Woods, who lived in Temple, Texas in 1902, wife of Katie Johnson, Woods, and Georgia Woods, all of Daxell Woods, the daughter of Mrs. Mandla Williams, the aunt of Betsy Woods, and sister to Katie Johnson, at Daxell, Tex. Grandmother of Betsy Woods, who lived ten miles east of Monroe near Whitehead, or Mill Hearm, La. Anyone knowing the above people will do me a favor by addressing me MISS A. E. HOWARD. Box 155. Blissville, Ark. NEWS OG AUGUSTA, GA. (By Noble P. Willis, Jr.) Miss Harriet Harper left Wednesday for Gurthie, Okla., to teach domestic science in the Gurthie high school, where she taught English and Teachers' College, Howard University, Washington, D. C. Her many friends wish her much success. Mrs. Hannah Beeman, of the T32 Hopkinson School, most Mrs. Ida Wimberley, of Savannah, Ga. Mrs. Annie Lee Dunn and her little daughter. Frankie, of Albany, Ga., are in the city, stopping with Mrs. N. P. Willis, of Dunn will make Augusta her home. Mrs. Evie Dixon, of Beaufort, S. C. is in the city for a few days. Mr. Fred Tigue and his wife, Pew and their daughter, the pairing of the 22nd, Goodbyy, Fred. Oh, how he was going to be fine. Mr. Willie Jefferson has moved into his beautiful bungalow on Eighth Street. One of the prettiest homes in Augusta is the bungalow owned by Mr. J. H. Tillman on Wheeler road. Bro. J. H. Tillman you know the last car leaves at 11:55. Too bad that the Lenox will only run every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. You know the last car leaves some of our married men will tell their wives how? You can be a doctor, school teacher or a preacher to have your name in the Freeman. Five cents a week will tell you what is going on at your school. If you are sick let us know; if you have visitors, or are going away, let us know. If you are sick let us know; if you have visitors, or are going away, let us know. Old Big Miss is back home all safe and sound, to the delight of the Second Regiment bunch. Maybe you don't know the Second Regiment bunch and see them smile. Some said she was a goner, but they were guessing. McLeaughlin ice cream parlor or Peoples Freeman always on sale at the McLaughlin ice cream parlor or People's Furniture company. The popular renovator at McLaughlin's is a new Freeman booster; also Miss Maud Simmons on Gwinetn street. A young student St. Louis, Mo, on arriving in our city to enter Hains school, looked out of the window of the coach and cried when she saw so much mud. We wonder does it ever happen? We wonder does it ever happen? We wonder does it ever happen? Young man in St. Louis won't attempt to run his auto here; it is too mudy. Mr. Ed Pritchard, son of Mr. and Mrs. Will Pritchard, died Friday morning at 9 o'clock after an illness of several months. The funeral services were conducted from the residence, 997 Rock avenue, Rev. LeBetter officiating. The Laurel Choral Club entertained in Ellisville Friday night, October 22. The group, which reported in Mississippi-Alabama Fair this week report having a nice time...Everybody will report having a nice time...Getting together. Williams has been away. So hurry home. Doctor.. Laurel will have a dose of medicine getting together. The latest addition is Mr. Osbey with a trombone. — Dear friends. If you cannot boost, don't worry. If you cannot boost, don't worry. If you cannot boost, don't worry trying to knock the Freeman. MIDDLETOWN. O. Mr. Robert King, of Middletown, O, was visiting his cousin in Cincinnati, O, and had a fine time among the girls ... Mrs. Annie Hunt, of Middletown, Ohio, has gone to Nicklasville, Ky., to visit her brother, and she and dale, entertained Mrs. Rachel Grave, Mrs. Emma Grave, and Mrs. Mary Richson with a six o'clock dinner ... Mrs. Emma Spiller, of Jackson, Ky., is visiting Mrs. Emma Strong, of Middletown, O. BRUNSWICK, GA Mrs. Reno Lampkin is now spending a few weeks in St. Marys, Ga., attending the court, which is now in session. Mr. Lampkin is waiting for the trial of Loshus Johnson and George Minor, charged with the murder of Thomas Perry. Mr. Harry McLendon has returned from Washington, Ga., where attended the funeral of his brother, Mr. Mose McLendon. Miss Birdie Louise White will leave Sunday night to enter Tuskegee Institute. Her friends regret to see her go, she having been in the community for such a long time. They wish her a successful term. Now is the time for the band to reorganize and try to get ready for Albany, Ga., in June, 1916. The Calvary Company is doing fine, also the uniform rank. The only thing lacking now is a brass band. The citizens here seem to tight across the chest to "caught up" a few cents for this enterprise. Will we ever have a K. of P. brass band? It is hard to say. You will have to show me. GREENVILE, ALA. By Leon L. Blent. Bishop J. W. Ostorkt visited our city Thursday. -- Mr. Wallace Hayes, of Atlanta, Ga., our tour guide, and Mr. Hayes, who is a critical condition. -- Mrs. Callie Gardner, wife of Mr. George Gardner, died Saturday. -- Mrs. Gardner was buried Saturday at the Magnolia tery. Mrs. Gardner was a member of the A. M. E. Zion church and lived a long life with his husband, four children, mother, father, three sisters and three brothers. They have the sympathy of their many friends. The dispute came up among the children of Mr. Dave Womack and the niece of Mr. Alonzo Wright, which caused hard times. Mr. Womack and his latter shot three times at Mr. Womack, missing him; neither were hurt. -- Mrs. Lillie Bell Gafney, of Pensacola, Fla., who is enry Powell, who is improving slowly. NOTES FROM MARSHALL'S HAPPY DAYS IN DIXIELAND CO We are now in the state of New Mexico, where races are well mixed and where the gorgeous hills gaze at us. We are now our first stand, with Santa Fe and Albuquerque to follow. We now view our surroundings. Since our exit from the state of Colorado we have just now begun to realize the pleasant times spent in some of the cities. We spent a Pike's Peak of Colorado Springs, towering in the air more than 14,000 feet, long be remembered. We spent some pleasant times around Manitou, also Colorado City. A special entertainment company at Colorado Springs which was attended by more than 200 of its citizens. Music was furnished by the company at orchestra. A Mordeck leader. Mrs. Mary Bailey has lately purchased two very gorgeous gowns to be worn in the big show cask. entitled "Happy Days in Dixieland." They are very pretty and costly. Mrs. Thompson of Albany, N. Y., formed as the silver-toned tenor singer, is a late addition to the company. Jack scores from three to four ensembles with his large collection of songs. Gib Gibson never fails, and since he began singing "Chinatown," he is the one big hit of the company. Mrs. Elenora Gibson is up and looking as happy as ever. She is the proud person of the beautiful little girl. The team of Smith & Cropp are in a class by themselves. They send best regards to friends in Kansas City. Little Annie May Williams cleans nightly singing "Alabama Jubilee." James Drake, our 18th baby son, is a midday impersonator at that, is always funny; in his clown dance, droll talk and his feature song, "The Darktown Polka Club," he is a scream. Johnnie Mae Starks is some little dancer; she seems to feel good at all times and is always able to carry her and the right way. Mr. James Hamilton, the man who sings to beat the band, must have a double throat, or his vocal strings must be made on the wire plan—he can sing so loud—even so, he has the harmony too. He knows his business as a straight man and can get pretty funny at times. John Bailey, pianist, has lately purchased a new mouthpiece, or rather he had it made to order, and is now manufacturing music on his slip horn in great style. He placed an order Albert Lewis, cornetist, sends his best regards to friends in Kansas City. He has made wonderful improvement stakes in the music world. Lovell Williams, baritone, would like to hear from R. J. Simmons. He sees regard for the music teacher, Mr. Buster (Buster) by the ragtime violinist, is there with the goods. The bond master and refused to take another. He can be called our fashion plate now. Ha! Ha! Ha! He always lively and his boys and girls love and worship him because of his extremely good nature. Our versatile little stage director, Billy Amie, is busy every hour in the day forming some ideas for his comedy. He is always kind and kinder winter. He is loudly praised on every hand for the production of good clean shows that always please the people. He is always kinder to choke with laughter singing "I Heard the Voice of a Pork Chop, Come Unto Me and I Am to Charlie Beecher, F. M. Mikell, P. G. Lowrey and King Phillips, I merdecal White, band master, wants to hear from some good musicians. Those who wrote before write again, as letters some time fail to The entire company sends best regards to all in and out of the profes- NEWPORT NEWS, VA. Lyrie Theater. The Lyric done S. R. O. business, or in other words, C. G. L. business, as Miss Whitman styles it, this week. Hudgins and Bumbray, Johnnie and Helen were a riot from start to finish. Hudgins singing, Eph's Johnson's harmony band and featuring the Black Charlie Chaplin was a scream and was forced to take several bows. But nothing would satisfy the audience but a repetition of the same thing over again. Miss Bumbray singing the Hesitation Blues, took the house by storm. Their closing is a knock out. So different from the rest. Mr. Glasgow, the phenomenal baritone soloist, did well; no more could be expected and the audience was well pleased. Rebecca Simmoins, the dainty little girl with dainty ADVERSITY IS HARDEST to bear by those people who have always lived up their incomes. A splendid guard against adversity is a growing savings account with this Strong Company Why not begin now—today—to save? We will help you. The Indiana Trust Co. FOR SAVINGS Capital and Surplus $1,725,000 Open Saturday Evenings 6 to 8 O'Clock feet, known to the profession as Dinks, also a favorite at the Lyric, also scored heavily. The bunch sends regards to all. My Friends saw Hellow Eating Sam from Sam's Farm. The Freeman can be had at the theater. FREEMAN IN MEMPHIS, TENN. The Indianapolis Freeman is on sale at the New York Cafe, 333 Beals avenue. Charles Stewart, agent. After enjoying your breakfast, look over the Freeman. MR. BERNARD TAYLOR, BALTI MORES POPULAR CATERER, ENTERTAINS MISS GRACE KNIGHTON, OF CHICAGO, ILL. Special to The Freeman Special to The Freeman. BALTIMORE MORE. Oct. 28 — An elaborate dressing the well-known Miss Grace Knighton of Chicago at the palatial home of Mr. Bernard Taylor last Saturday evening is present traveling with Miss Gertrude Vanderbuilt, the Keithner star, is a Chicago and has traveled to the courthouse and the Orient. At the time that the war broke out for the last few years she was lady-in-waiting to the meharance of India. She out-of-town guest at the courthouse and Miss Marie Montgomery of Washington, D. C. The Baltimoreore were Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Hacek, and Miss Marie King, Miss Ivora Hammon and Julia Day; Messrs. Robert and Fred Young, Harry Williams, Joe Caulk, Hamilton Murray and Noble Shaw. A short musical program was furnished by Messrs. Williams, Caulk, Sissle, Fred and Rob Young, who entain at Hotel Kernans here in Balti- After the program a sumptuous repreast prepared by Mr. Taylor was served The menu contained crush bread (Marmalade) olive oil, nuts, chicken salad, finger rolls and buttered Maryland biscuits; harlequin cheese; chicken salad, finger rolls It was a very enjoyable evening and the wonderful entertaining ability of Miss Knighton put such a finish upon the whole affair that those happy hours remain in the memory present. N. L. S. THE PASSING SHOW IN WASHING TON. By R. W. Thompson. Darkydom," after a big week at the Howard, left Sunday morning for New York City. But it was at least at the Levette Lester's. Walton of "Lit-the Napoleon" of modern theatricals, came down on Thursday to look the way he was on the show. "What is the best thing with many features," made a number of suggestions for improvement that will make the production stronger and moreலox. "I'm very excited to see Miss Abbie," Mitchell's catchy song, "My Lady's Lips," and with Opal Cooper's tenor retained the pop-up, "I'm a man," and "I'm a new nightly. The truth is such a versatile performer as Miss Mitchell should have more to do. She has been primed with the company, and has an emotional actress of power and fineness, a comedienne of rare refinements and aNetwork of his business as the folk song, which is all the rage among white and black, and of which her husband, Will Marlon, cools the pop-up. When Miss Miller should have a role, running throughout the entire show, and one which would reflect every shade of manhood abilities, the ability to start a show, and the production and should be placed "away out front." "Darkydom" is to be given a presentation to the "The Messrs. Walton, Shipp and Troy is realized. The show is said to be built largely on the new media, and it is all the most looking to be said, will be for the most part in white houses of the standard type. The belief is expressed that, as a result of the show, it has been as well as a show, and the management will see the wisdom of changing the title before the pop-up. "Darkydom," being condemned, suggests are asked by interesting friends as to what would convey the meaning of the program. "I'm a man," without using and of the terms that offend the sensibilities of self-respecting colored people—and which people of real "class" "hit" with white peas Movements of the "Player-Folk." The Blue Mouse is starting a run of "stock." Frederick DeButts is at the Blue Mouse in stock. "Darkydom" was voted "all right"—except the title. S. H. Dudley was in Winnipeg, B. C., when last heard from. Miss Alice Ramsey is to fill a date at the Howard shortly. They say Miss Daisy Martin is headed this way from "good old Jacksonville." Miller and Lyles made a fine impression upon their initial appearance here. Miss Louise Cook is with George Stamper's "Broadway Strollers" in New York City. Edward Tolliver and Miss Goldie Chappelle are to play a return engagement at the Howard in a week or so. They are clever artists. Clarence Cameron White, violinist, is to come to the Howard Theatre, Saturday from No. 10, at 6:30, under the auspices of the Euterspace. The "Two Sweets" (Wille and Lula Perry) rested last week, stopping at Jane's Actors Home. "11 Florida avenue, N. W., and are now in Cambridge, MD. Irvin C. Miller has put out a big show, with Manager John T. Gibson, of the Standard Theatre, Philadelphia, as a partner. The show has some high-class people in it. Henry Troy admirably sustained his reputation as a "matter idol" during his career. Mr. Troy is drawing down a goodly lot of shoekels as a moving picture star. Miss Clara Oliver, who is taking a course dedicated to public art, has returned to Dudley's as pianist. During her absence the place was quite satisfactorily filled by Miss Caroline Thornton. Miss Desdemona Barnett, who presides over the box office at Dudley's, is a graduate of the swellest female colleges in the South. She is a native of Atlanta, Ga. Salden Tutt Whitney's "Smart Set" is on the southern circuit. The show made Newport Norfolk, Petersburg, N.J., and past fortnight. Big business every- where is reported. Buffus G. Byars leaves in a few days for Tomas H. Terrell's lecture tour of the Loma Star State. Big results are looked for, and a monster reception awaits the eminent jurist at the line. Mme. Anne Patti Brown, of Chicago, the famous coloratura soprano, is to the guest of Mrs. R. W. Thompson 1223 S street northwest. The fair diva is en route to South America for an extended concert tour. Lew W. Henry, manager of the Dudley Theatrical Enterprises, is "down upon palming off antiquated acts on the dulgent public. He gives it out now that there is no return engagement for people who bring nothing new. No more money for old act. In the Whitney "Smart Set," the elongated comedian and basso profundo Whitney is "george Carrie King, one of the Whitney" and Miss Carrie King, one of the Whitney substitutes for Miss Bianca Thompson to "Oerlinga Shaw." the prima donna role. . . . Lawrence Caldwell led the local orchestra in fine style with "Darkydom" and nipulated the piano and wielded the baton in certain numbers of his own instrument in the event that Washington soy who made good in the city and friends gave him a warm welcome home. Miss Henrietta Vinton Davis gave two brilliant dramatic recitals this week in Baltimore, followed by an applause in the city before home the latter part of the week. It is expected that she will respond to demand from the public for a dramatic performance in this city before undertaking another long sojourn abroad. Miss Lillian G. Thompson, the noted soprano, has returned to her home in Baltimore after sojourn at the handsome home of Miss Anna G. Victoria of Florida. An effort is being made to induce Miss Thompson to accept an engagement to render solos at frequent intervals, as an extra interaction at the Howell superiors. Miss Alice Calloway, the "Oh, you drummer!" of the Walton-Cook productions, has been the Maltster of the orchestra and deserved the spotlight thrown on her in the "Rat-a-Tat" number. Miss Calloway is a member in the Theatres of Washington in New York and is longtime Washington for a week by Manager Walton. Washingtonians were disappointed in not seeing Romeo L. Dougherty last week, but they saw a view "Darkydon" for The New York News, of which he is a dramatic editor. "To understand" him—on the review end of the game. Dougherty never puts in an understudy in his stellar role, as he does in his Shakespearean namesake, "Romeo." . . . Will Marion Cook renewed acquaintance last week with a host of Washington college men, and he him back in the harness, looking better than ever, although working like a trojan with brain and baton. He was not the only man who nothing was more impressive, from a classical standpoint, than his "Ghost Pool," rendered effectively by Creighton Thompson, backed by a great chorus. Washington is capably represented in Whitney's "Smart Set" by Miss Hattie McKinney and by Miss Elisabeth Proctor, who act the role of an adventurer with life-like fidelity, and wears some handsome shoes. She is also the Scott, who "stands out" as a great detective, assuming in connection therewith five distinct characters, finally finding in the crook he has been looking for. Clark and Clark, one of the best teams in the country, got off in good style last week at Dudley's. They are not so well known in colored houses throughout the East on white time, Grant and Smith, in a sister act, would do better if they would get down to the intelligence into their work. There is no room on the stage nowadays for any except those that "deliver the goods." M. Coleman has about perfected his plans for a new theatre on Third street southwest, to cost about $12,000. The theatre will be equipped for road shows and the biggest novelty acts. The Southeast is to be eventually as safe a venture in theatricals as the Northwest, where he will sit at the door and a manager has nothing to do but put on the attraction and let the people know that he has it. The Southwest is to be a new venue and it is believed that Mr. Coleman has a gold mine in sight. ... By the exercise of methods, both diplomatic and dramatic, Managers Thomas and Byars have put a quietist to the habit of coming to the theatre on Sunday afternoons and annoying rehearsals of the big feature pictures. This gang has been prone to laugh when pain and suffering are depicted and make ribald demonstrations when a riot occurs, and ought to be the rule. A repetition of the noise of a Sunday or so ago will offend the leaders will in future be barred from the house. If Major Pullman's order is to stand the "country's law is no more. The head of the police force says the giving away of things by numbered tickets is a game of chance and the lottery manager Thomas is of the opinion that the lottery law does not forbid handling troussons and has retained counsel with a view of testing the legality of the Pullman order. The Howard and the country store" and have been packing the theater every Saturday night, to witness the presentation of the handsome gifts. Will A. Cooke, who is conceded to be one of the very best interpreters of the genus "tramp" since the days of the late lamented Bob Cole, and who is recognized as a big pillar in Miller & Lyles's new show, "Darkydom." Is an old Indianapolis boy—another of the legion who have gone abroad and made fame, if not fortune. Cooke, along with his partner, Allie Gillam, have a specialty that never grows stale and the future will yet see these talented "hoes" at the head of their own road show. They are as distinctive as the great team of McIntyre & Heath, who became stars by virtue of a wide swath in vaudeville and mistrelys. Cooke and Gillam are climbing steadily upward. For Professional Class of People—Bath, Rooms, Electric light, steam heat, New Phone service, 3711-R and Board, Mrs. Lucy Vandyke, 44 W. Vermont street. STAGE GOSSIP J.B. DAVIDSON STAGE NOTES. Leonard Wright and Julius Kemp are entertaining at the Bungalo in Indianapolis. The Great Mayo, magician, week of October 25, Knoxville, Tenn.; week of November 1, Clinton, Birmingham, Tenn.; and Somerset, Md. Glenie M. Coleman writes from Lincoln, that he will soon be back in vaudeville, doing a high-class singing and dancing act. Mrs. Boyd Boyd is with Young Bros. Show and sends best wishes to all friends. Any mail will reach her sent in care of the Freeman. Eva Owens, of Indianapolis, has joined the Drake-Walker Musical Comedy combination. She is pretty apt and gives promise of making food. Mr. Frank H. Dukes singing and dancing comedy will be the M. Ferarius indemnitely. Permanent address, the Freeman. The Schaffers, David and Bertha Mae, after closing a 18-weeks' engagement at the Lyric Theatre, Miami Florida, will open at Mace Theatre, Fla. Thomas A. Brooks and Sliding Watson are at the Empire Theatre, Newark, with Rochester follow. Eric Brooks has recovered from his sprained ankle and will soon do his dancing turn. Fred Rogers, comedy acrobat, commonly known as "Go Get 'Em Rogers" the Lyric, Indianapolis, er varnished in December, where he will Aumush the season. Mrs. Mary Jackson of $533 North Senate avenue, gave a delightful mid-members night supper Monday night for the er Storm Street, playing the Crown Garden Theatre this week. Berry & Washington, after their success tour through the South and Middle West, are now playing their home town, Washington, D. C., at the H. D. Hudley Theatre, a dress all mail 40 Force Street N. W. Charlie Denslow, of the team of Denslow, lost his mother, Sue died October 15 in Jacksonville, Fla. The remains were brought to Savannah, Ga. Denslow and Denslow jumped from Cairo, Ill., to see her lov- Davis & White are making their third week in Atlanta, Ga., and have a good time and good jobs at the Majestic Theatre. Hello, Walton; give my best wishes to your wife, and also hello Lew Henry. The one and only Ed F. Peat and Plaia Kearney in their second week at the July Theatre Louisville, Ky. Next week in dear old Chicago, at the New Monogram. Hello, Mula Bradford and Jennett; where is your mule? Write so soon! Hello, Mike Bradford and Jennett; where is your mule? Jake Holtman, manager of the Star Theatre, Pittsburgh, Pa., is having great success. He is a wise little fellow and deserves credit for his work. He could like to hear from all of his friends. This means everyone in the profession. The little ragtime queen, Miss Blanche Russell, is just closing a successful three weeks' engagement. She lives wire from start to finish and is the only single that has ever been here and really gets her how to put over a career work without doing the suggestive. Thomas Thompson, formerly of the Culligan's Nashville Students, is still on the sick list at Ft. Riley, Kan., surrounded by the aoe Joe Thompson, his mother, the aoe Thompson, his mother, little boy and girl. My mother, Mrs. Lucy Thompson, of Mobile, sends her best regards to Mr. Mills and Miss Frisby, and says any mail will reach us at Ft. Riley. No don't forget the number. T. P. KELLEY'S MINSTREL ITEMS. Miss Eleanora Johnson, the girl who played the role of "Mr. Rastafari" last season, was married last Tuesday evening after the performance at the T. P. Kelley's Dixie Cotton Pickers, en route through Michigan, mail to Mrs. Austin, care of Pickler. TOM BOWSER BUYS INTEREST IN PICTURE SHOW. Mr. Thomas A. Bower, owner of the M. A. B. Cs baseball club, has resigned as owner Moving Picture House on Indiana avenue. Mr. Riley Roberts, who is also interested in this picture house, is the owner of health and will be gone indefinitely. THE DOUGLASS THAETER, MA- CON GA. By L. B. Mound, Pianist. This week's bill, Oct. 25th, at the Douglas Theater, will be another big scream. Ford and Ford, singers, dancers and talkers, will entertain. The show will feature the two partners are also on the bill. Mr. Harington is a droll comedian. He is guaranteed to tickle you if there is a mark of tickle left. He will be on the bill. Mr. E. J. Smith, the Frame Caruso, comes next. This is Mr. Smith's first engagement at this hour. He will make tears come to his songs. This week he is singing, "Can't You Bear Me Calling Caroline," "Dear Memories," and "When the Twilight Bells Changed." Smith-Bright players, including Messrs. Joe Bright and Speedy Smith, Raymond COLORED MEN Wanted to prepare as Sleeping Car and Train Porters No experience neces sary. Positions pay $95 to $100.00 per month. Steady work on stand- railroads. Passes and Uniforms furnished when necessary. Write now Inter-Ry. C. I., Dept. 171, Indianapolis, Ind. Brown, Chas, Payne and Gallie D. Gaston, Misses Florence Seewell, Emma Fredrick, Brown and Mrs. Theresa McCormick, and Mrs. while to the theater-goers of Macon. They will be long ren. embered. We wish them good luck, and a success. The Macon Ademe band gave a concert for the Gloucester Theater Friday night, playing all the all the rags and bands. We were bers of the band: Eugene Easton, cornetist; Will Balley, cornet and leader; Chas. Massy, cornet; Ed. C. Carvest, bartonte; Ed. Wright, tuba; Levi Neal, bass; Ed. Wright, tuba; Levi Neal, bass; Joe Willkins, snare drum; Earl Williams, drum; Tillman Brantley, alto; Jim Stanford, alto; C. Lewis, bass; Joe Willkins, snare drum; Clayton, Joe Miller, John Clark and George Crump and all musicians. NEW YORK CITY. At The Lincoln Theater. Augustus Stevens, the Julian Eltinge of the colored professionals, was born on October 18th. Mr. Stevens, as a male impersonator, stands in a class alone. His costumes were beautiful, and he made changes to his final number, which he called the "Dance of the Dagger." This special number gave Mr. Stevens a chance to dance in the dancer, which he showed up to great advantage. Packed houses at every performance. Mr. Stevens was the manager. Mr. Stevens was a beautiful makeup and pretty costumes. PEKIN THEATRE, SAVANNAH, GA Good-by vaudeville at the Pekin after this week. This week we are doing a red hot vaudeville show, with six performers, five minutes by L. Don Bradford, which will bid farewell to vaudeville for the winter. We go into big stock for all the performers. We will vaudeville James and Johnson, Burton and Smith, Denslow and Denslow, Jones and Ross, Kimbell and Davenport, Bradford and Junior Original Rags all consisting of 10 performers. Next week begins the Bradford players, in stock for six months, consisting of 10 performers. Tilly Johnson, Trixie Smith, Ella Jones, Ebure Burton, Barbara Denslow, Geo. Caldwell, L. Don Bradford, Happy, Kimbell, W. James, Bradford, Kimbell, Denslow, Denslow, Orchestra, Prof. Robinson, leader, violin; Daisy Platt, piano; Charlie Royals, trombone; Arthur Lane traps; Fredenley, clarinet; Jim Wilmott We expect Miss Helen Brumbray next week to take lead for the company. He will be joined by Don Bradford has had it, and he has worked some nights and days. I have been working with him putting scenery for his shows. He has worked himself from a two weeks en route to the entire house. We all wish him God speed. He is a hard-working boy. Bradford is not a reproducer, but an artist. They are his own one, the nineteen weeks and has changed twice a week. The show is staged by him and they are his own one. He is one of the many of men because he makes them in one night himself. Bradford says he is making a No. 3 movie. Billy King. We will have three good ones, Bob & King. Regards to the above companies. Sam Cross write Bob, Billy Mack when Mr. Russell fires you wire me. NOTES FROM DANDY DIXIE MIN STRELS. James B. Rohson and Lee Nicholas are scoring a big success in their own original offering, "Suffering with Exopotamianism." This week first half, Bipon Theater, Brooklyn, and last half at the Orpheum Theater, New York City. The Miller and Lyles Musical Comedy Festival are a big success this week at the Lafayette Theater—turning crowds away. At the Libyla, 115 West 131st, the patrons are entertained with the best vocal and instrumental music by two BIRMINGHAM, ALA. One of the best vaudeville bills ever shown at the New York public enjoyment of the New Queen Theater this week. Chas Anderson, the boy with the golden crown, with the brass band, with Daniels, Fairchild, Scott & Fairchild, and George Lewis composes our SHOW NOTES. The Virginia Minstrels' two yellow cars, Nos. 7 and 11, and the best minstrel band and show on the road, are headed for Louisiana and Arkansas. J. H. McCammon and his band with Nos. 7 and 11, the Minstrels are by themselves ordering to reports that you hear any day after their concert and when they hear the air calpse of a man they see. If they don't think the Virginias get the money just happen around some time. We have here this week an all-star team of John McCarthy, Billy Bailey and Samsura Clark, Bailey and Bailey, John Gertrude and Miss Lena Wiggins and the management are pleased and also the management are pleased. Mr. Clifford Ross and Gussie Love are coming here to open next week, Oct. 25. John McCarthy wires W. W. Turgus, Centropolis Hotel, Hotel Kanye City, Mo. THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER Musical and Dramatic Criticism Prose Poems and Current Literature GREENLEE & DRAYTON AT THE GRAND-ARABIC TEMPLE, MYSTIC SHRINERS, HONOR KING'S FAREWELL. Greenelee & Drayton were the headliners last Monday evening when the Grand opened with an all vauldey show. The two young men are not exempt from the audience, their act is classy and they speak different languages, which appealed to different nationalities and amused the crowd. Charles Lindholm in "The Man from Minnesota," a good comedy, which has been seen here before. Sadie Sherer, a former gymnast, dog and a performance was entertaining to a novel degree, and Santelle, a perfect muscular strong man, who replaced the Florenz troup, was delighted. The weight, he is the greatest of ordinary size ever seen. He carried a bunch of men around one fat man and two men around two hundred pounds, which is quite a miracle. The last half of the week the King plays were, preceded by the return of the blissed acts Martyn and Florence were good novelty jugglers. The Five Alarcons in tabloid of grandson was so immediately good. The artist. Well, Northwood & Moore, in a trio comedy and piano act, were of a modern high order and the merry, taught-a-complan, a good-man. Other all-long-time was a clever comedy in one act, a thread story in which a woman's husband was led to believe that she had a good-man's friend, who hires a would-be detective to trail a lost dog, was a part of the story. Billy, having a excelling life, was a great one, and the Dave Liston and Lillian Brown, in the title roles, were clever. Billy De Mont was a clever as a good-man, but the play was fulfilled in her comedy work. Howard Kelly was satisfactory and the rest of the cast, including the music, was so concise. In the next week, he was available. On Tuesday evening the tragic melodrama, "His Last Sin," was repeated, by requests of the author from the New York Times. Attendance of the Arabic Tenple No. 44, Mystic Shriners, who attended in a body to honor their highest brothership. The唱er was so old out and the evening was one long to be remembered in the history of the house because of his part of the action. He is two of twenty-five consecutive plays. At the close of the performance there were calls for a speech. The唱er was so well-known and said in part, that he thanked the public for their generous patronage; that they had helped him, and then took a long-time word to the Shriners, which did them honor. The floral offerings were a large basket of roses and as-sorted flowers of the house. The band of yellow chrysanthemums from W. Ahow Johnston, manager of the house. Hattie McIntosh and the唱er were the most principal characters and the cast was the same, except that Harry Long, a young actor of fine preserve, replaced his son, de- Program of the Movies. **States Theatre**—The Lure of Woman," Saturday, October 30; "Comrade John," Sunday, November 1. Business returned to his post. **The Phoenix**—The Rug Maker's Daughter," Saturday, October 30; "Evilhouse," Sunday, November 1. This house is class and popular. **The Washington**—The Old Sin," October 3; "Voices from the Dark," November 1. **The Atlas**—The Little Blonde in Belfast; "Diamond" October 30; "The Millionaire Baby," November 1. The management of this house has become popular. **The Atlas**—A Mansion of Tragedy," October 30; "Ransom's Folly," November 1st. Exposition pictures drew big last Sunday. **The Lincoln**—Business has been nothing extra, owing to a matter pending elsewhere. **The Monograms**—Business has been poor at these two houses, owing to the lack of a manager Klein and the proprietor are old-time Jews who think the colored race must cater to them as a duty, but they are mistaken. **THEATRE** Charles Lett has departed for New York City to sail for Florida, where he expects to spend the winter. The new tile windows in Harrison's restaurant gives a healthful sanitary glow to his, the finest dining room on State street. Hiram Sorrell left Monday night for Atlanta, Ga., to appear under Bailey's management. It is understood that he is also to appear in Honolulu. Green & Pugh were at McVickers Theatre two days last week, owing to a disappointment and the two accords that contrast hit which created some favorable alarm. Fred Rogers, who is now a big-time star individual in black face, has a tour of Australia. He will leave at once and probably sail on the same steamer with Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Jack Johnson ex-champion of the world is appearing under the management in a piece entitled "Second Out." at the Liverpool Olympic, West Derby Road, in England, in music by Jake Jordan with additional numbers by Will Dorsey. Lizzie Hart Dorsey is with the musicians included Mrs. Jack Johnson in the cast. Will Dorsey is musical director and George L. Archer of Chocolate Drops fame, is general manager. Hon. J. Gray Lucas, the well-known attorney, is with the Lincoln Jubilee commission. Mr. Lucas, vice-president of the Choral Study Club, was director of entertainment at the Coliseum Exposai- GREENLEE & DRAYTON—spt. B. F. The Grand, Chicago—spt. C. & L. C. Rufus Eddie Greenlee and Thaddeus Prayton, now an astoristic entertainer. During their travels abroad in 1913 they appeared at the Hause Brown, an astoristic entertainer in Berlin, and other noted play houses. They speak different languages. They have toured America and Winterset Brown, a white company, and later made a hit on Loews American Roof Garden in New York City. The first-class cabarets are still maintaining a good position. Charles Gillam is now playing drums and chimes there. Chas. Young is respond to the band's music, and the group is holding sway at the Panama, which was well filled. The program at Teenan Jones, where the night of the show is held, includes Mr. Crump, Caroline Bodd Lillson, who has recovered from her recent accident, and Elvira Johnson, who has been vacation with visiting friends from Memphis. Tenn. The Elite Cafe had its usual crowd in the cafe, and the group has been in some popular policy as of yore. The entertainers at the Ranier Buffet are Marle Clark and Ben Turner, pianist. The Pommel contest winners were Will Brown, the pianist, and Emily Elite pianist, manicuring set; Pearl Dancer, gloves. New ferns adorn the piano platform. Manager Will Thomas announces Wednesday and Friday cabaret. Mrs.ella Flagg Young's retirement as superintendent of the public schools can be a great honor, even if her age does make it plausible. I look upon her as the greatest woman who has ever known. She was what I call a man who is often misused by writers of meager experience. And it will be many moons before her place can be made. The men who have clamored for it. Her not political but acquired through efficiency. I aim this as a blow against woman suffrage which I do not believe The defeat of woman suffrage in New Jersey was just what I had expected in the state where I was born, including the defeat of President Wilson. The people in New Jersey are, in large proportion, cultivated, intelligently reared, honest to conviction, forceful in character and positive in assertion rather than false in deception. They hate lies and misrepresentation of the kind in which our country is infested. I disagree with Hearst's American editorials on the question and in that case I do not feel to be found wanting in comparative knowledge of opinion. In the East children are better shared than on the West or South, as a whole. Proper rearing saves a child from criminal weakness, immoral plunge and common drunkardness. It takes all of a good mother's time to accomplish her task and duty. I also differ with the editorial of the New York Age on a question which now stands between two grave opinions of discussion and decision, with brainy men. The King Honeymoon Intervention. The stewarded were Billy King. The stewarded were Billy King. dis Who saved the Grand from coin dispair. When people came from everywhere The substance is he's gone away. And patrons said that he could stay The women folk all moan and sigh. They say that Billy King's the ple! The gallery gods were wont to sing: And people say Billy King, And people say alas, slack That Johnston'll have to bring him M. McQUITTY WRITES FROM THE SPARKS SHOWS. We are now in our twenty-ninth week with very good prospects ahead for a few more, which gives about the time to get ready for road. Business has been very good. The weather is very nice, and everybody around the show keeps well. Rastus Airship is like a Rastus Sharp is being fine. Would like to hear from "Cuba," and Airship also sends special regards to Miss Ray Nicholas and all friends. M. McQuillty says hello, Dennis, don't you write to me? Mr. A. Wright had the misor- ```markdown ``` Greenley and Drayton THE DRAKE-WALKER MUSICAL COMEDY COMPANY In Second Week at Crown Garden In dianapolis—Bill Full of Entertainment—The Tailibal in Evidence—Fine Costumes a Feature. The Drake-Walker Musical Comedy Company is in its second week at the Crown Garden Theater. It is not a show that last week, since it is that of last week, which came nearly being a record week for the house. However, both the company and Owes have been satisfied with the showing so far for this week. This week's bill is wholly different to that of last week and even more so than the one for instance, Bill Bailey proved plenty funny with his monologue. He was original, somewhat unusual, and for instance, all the laughs he was looking for in his eccentric dancing stunts. The way the audience took on he must have been very amused. His make-up is grotesque—very. He has a good singing voice. The waiter, George Phillips, also made a shirt and sliding about as Charley Chapman. The costumes, which were features of Drake & GREAT EASTERN MU Drake & Walker GREAT EASTERN MUSICAL COMEDY CO Theater last week, we still so. The company has a new set of changes for the new millennial in our eyes. This is the furried company of colored performers ever gotten together. Mr. Drake has got that end in it. It draws to a face, and really the company should be seen as a matter of stage progress history. Miss Walker, the leading lady, woman on the stage, having in mind her stage costumes. Her clothes are new, good, beautiful. It is understood that Mr. Drake helps in the matter of selecting her gowns and so forth. Mr. Drake is also a dressing demeanor. He is outfitted in a costume-de-jigor. tune to lose his mother a few days ago. She died after being sick about a month. She had to go home at the time, as he was in North Carolina and couldn't possibly His band and I am sure the uneral. His band and I am sure the sympathize with him in general, sympathize with him as Cloe Potete was a visitor to the St. Mary's day at Wadesboro. She was a member of this show last year, but is now with new friends. She met over and met a number of her old friends. In Rockingham, N. C. last Thursday, she met of meeting Mrs. Rosa Tutall and her after the show our band went to her home and had a very enjoyable time. The best style. Can't call it a "hunch." We all wish her and her mother well. A. A. Wright and his band wish the entire show world of luck. A WORD OF COMMENDATION. To the Editor of the Freeman and Prof. Wolfscale and members of his band wish to compliment you on your promptness in getting the Freeman and Wolfscale members editorials and the theatrical news it contains. Of course every reader of this greatest Negro theatrical paper in the world. Wishing you success and hop- ing you will keep up the good work, we beg you to professionally yours, PROF. JAMES WOLFSCALE AND BROF. TROY WOLFSCALE. ARENT CINCINNATI NEWS BUREAU. Phone Canal 3868-Y. 5343-5th Five Avenue West. **Linecoln.** The Russell-Nevens Company, in their second week, went to the theatre going people could wish for. "The Dope Flend's Dream," or "The Queen of Hop Alley, featuring Miss Nina Mitchell, was a fan from start to finish. **Pekin.** The Pekin had a grand show this week, Matthew Perry, the human frog, in conjunction with the regular picture house was crowded afternoon and night. Mrs. Jennie Sherman has returned home, having been called to Columbus, Ohio to be her husband, who fell from a building last week. The boys are still playing the horses and some of the girls. Next week at the Lincoln—Tim Moore's Chicago Follies Mrs. E. G. Gaither, nee Wallace, is visiting her mother in Chicago. Mrs. E. G. Gaither and many friends since her marriage and is making the Queen City her home. ST. LOUIS THEATRICAL NOTES. Booker Washington theater patrons are at the complete mercy of the theater, where they can enjoy the admirers of this grade of music are invited. Miss Laura Smith opens the show Miss Laura Smith opens the show 1 high hat and opera cape of generous girth in his duet scene with Miss Walker. He approaches the stage from a box, singing: "In the Candle Light, a small night in his barroom. A back ground of chorus girls in night robes with candles in their hands shows up—a tabloid, and very pretty. The singing was good all through." "The Harvest Moon Medley," featuring "Night Time Down in Dixie Land," Miss Walker leading. The number was spirited, full of vim and musical A skit, "A Friend from New York," is done by Drake and Walker. Drake of the�land is a man who seems to have had poor success with the women, even including his wife. He tries to win the affections of the lady, but for no good purpose—he wishes to get her money and then turn her her old midday visits for a fair of audience in an ugly frame of mind, and when it turns out that the rascal was shot, there was abundance of applause for the brave little woman who had the nerve. This was a new day of a night. "Everything You do Just Pleases Me," Bertile Wade sings, "The Rag Time Goblin Man, Willie McMinn also puts over a good singing number. All were nively received." The real and bogus Charleys were the means of lots of fun. Drake was Walker USICAL COMEDY CO the bogus, Floyd Brown was the real, Charley the expected. Here was also something of a skit, and full of amus- situations. The plaster, the boat scene, in Honolulu, mother's blue-eyed boy and the Indian scene green eyes in an island and interesting way. The closing stunts are particularly attractive. The Indian costuming is a beauty. The girls did not have far to go to look like the real articles. The personnel of the company: Hattie Malone, White McMinn, Carole Johnson, Jessie Burney, Birdie Wade, Wilal Walker, William Bailey, Floyd Brown, George Phillips, Clifton Drake, Eva Owens and H. Drake. MORGAN'S MIGHTY MINSTRELS can | take a few more All-around Musicians and Performers. A good Novelty Act; good Bass and Tenor singer. Excellent accommodations the finest car on the road. Show now rehearsing at New Athens. Ils. just out of East St. Louis Open there Sunday Nov. 7. Address: FRED A. MORGAN, NEW ATHENS, ILLS. Quality Counts.... As the Biggest asset in your printing. A few GOOD Letter-heads, Envelopes, Cards or Folders are BETTER than a lot of indifferent work. We make only the BEST, and cater to particular people. Theatrical work our specialty. Cuts made; samples and prices on request. Mail orders filled promptly. The Freeman Job Printing Dept. Prompt Accurate Reliable 81 THEATRE 81 81 Decatur Street Atlanta, Georgia Can Use 4 Acts! The week of Nov. 1, and 7 acts Nov. 8. Don't care how big the act is, Thr Bigger, the Better! So come down out of the cold to where the Sun shines 52 weeks a year. Give Lowest Salary in the First Wire or Letter. An A No. 1 Piano Player and Trap Drummer. Must be sight readers. To open Nov. 8. Give lowest salary in first letter. Steady engagement. Chas. P. Bailey 81 Decatur St., Atlanta, Georgia with three numbers in the mournful melodies, presented with their characterization in the show. Johnnie Woods and "Little Henry" follow with their version of the show, and their comedy dialogue, keep the house in an uproar. String Beans and May close the show with still more bloody scenes, and continue the hilarity to the end. If there is any variety of "The Blues" in the show, it's not the fault of the performers. NEW YORK PEOPLE RECEIVE THE OPENING OF THE NEW LINCOLN THEATRE WITH OPEN ARMS. Since the erection of the great New Lincoln Theatre on the old Nicolete street and Lenox avenue, this is a sixth street and Lenox avenue, over night it into a veritable "business bee hive," which in appearance is not far behind; the more noted business district, New Lincoln is in the Lincoln is brand new, with the exception of Manager Eugene Elmore, familiarity and affectionately addressed "Frenchy," and the almost equally popular Jack Dempsey, who, as assistant to Mr. Elmore, has been an able manager of the Lincoln possible. A large number of colored employees have been added to its retinue, including both men and women of the theatre capacity. Characteristic of managers Elmore's usual sound judgment, only people were employed who more's charity benefactions cover a period of more than seven years in the Harlem community, while the naughty, generous only few have been given publicity because of his modest on matters of that score. The acts which appeared at the Lincoln show its openness to the been similar tractions and the best known and popular kind to the vauduelle world. The more's charity benefactions for Elmore is giving the colored performer the preference of employment. There is a present demand for high-class colored vauduelle in his theatre, which means, none too big to pay. BEWARE OF THE TEAM OF BRUCE AND BRUCE. Beware of the team of Bruce & Bruce. They worked at the Lyric Theatre, Eighteenth street, for eight weeks and got their money. They went away owing the Lydia avenue grocery man $7 and a saloon bill of $4, Sam Coin's drug store $5 and a tailor bill of $3, and C. Santee, photographer, $2. We think if they ever come back they will stay here for a long time with us. Oblige, SHORTY THE TAILOR and PRESSER. FROM DAVID D. SMITH, COMEDIAN RICHARD & PRINGLES' MIN- We arrived in Artesia, N. M. October 21, at 4:30 p.m. Opened the show to attendees, who were apprehended to the smelling heat, and as a company of entertainers who expect and meet racial opposition on every hand, we should think of the expression, "Coming over the fiery furnace that prejudice has set afame to destroy the Hebrew children of the world," for we realize that we stand upon the spot where our grand old Roman, "Billy" Kersands, took his last curse and responded to the audience was yet cheerening and singing his praises, Billy, our Billy, was silently responding to the last call that rings out of the former, high or low, black or white. And a few hours later the whirl of the wires announced the passing of the respected performers, one of the old school, which has been left. To the widow and friend, there is an eye that can see the needs, a lip that can kiss away all sorrow, a heart that embraces and needs a hand that can guide from every pit-fail. Hope on, for when opinions of the petty performers shall melt as the heat of the sun, the men, the brother, the friend, lives. 5 PROF. W. A. WILKES, BAND DIRECTOR OF THE SUPREME CIRCLE OF BENEVOLENCE. I wish to say a few words to musicians and musical organizations of this country in the behalf of Prof. Wilkes. He is a top notcher and as a band instructor he is all in a class to himself. Prof. Wilkes is using some of his own compositions: "Characteristic March and Two-Steel," "The hit entitled 'Mixing Melody': There is quite a performance in the afternoons at the Supreme Circle band room when the crowd gathers around to see him in action with his little boys. He seems to be admired by both white and colored. He carries a golden smile on his face and of course he is full of style, and for that reason he puts it on strong with the public. When he is in action in the band room or on public stage after his own like lion after a piece of raw meat. He is a Georgia boy, 27 years of age, and is one of Georgia's best prepared bank masters. And I wish to say that an organization that succeeds in securing the service of Prof. Wilkes should be congratulated. The public of Albany and I can vouch for his efficiency. Respectfully, John H. Higgins In writing performers in care of The Freeman, always state what company they are traveling with, as it helps greatly in forwarding mail-Edd. Musical Seminoles Moseley, Freddie Moseley, Freddie Moland, Frank Porter and Porter Porter, Peter Ross, Jeff Smith, Jeff Scott, Lenard Thompson, Thes. A Verdum, John Watts, Ernest Watts, Ernest Wiskell, James White, Joe Wallburg Hall W. W. Young, Robert Bright, Joe Brown, Tom, Brown, Tom Bygram Willis The Bruces The Bruces Hampsky, Kid Dux, Alex Davis, Amon Daniels, W. E. Davis, Amon Fremier, Trean Harris, Boyd Hunter, Edw. E. Hunter, Edw. E. Latham, Junnus. Mullen, James. McGee, Olive Murland, Billie Ladies' List. Barnes, Edna Brooks, Theresa Barrett, Edna Edwards, Mrs. Geo Jones, Julia V. King, Miss Charles Barnes, Robinson, Miss Lot- tie. Ringgold, Jennie Reguests, Princes Woodard Miss S. King, Miss Charles Walton, Miss Leslie ROUTE. Smart Set Co., with Salem Tutt Whitney—Greensboro, N. C. November 3; Danville, Va., 4. Virginia Minstrels, C. L. Erickson, Mgr—Laredo, Tex., November 5; Alice, November 6. William Brothers' Georgia Colored Strollers, Upton, Williams, manager: Hennesey, Nov. 1, 2; Geary, 3; Hydro, 4; Cordell, 5; Thomas, 6. Prof. Wolfscales' band and company, with barnum & Batley Shows, Norfolk, Va. Nov. 1; Petersburg, 2; Richmond, 3. Then Home, Sweet Home. Eugene Clark & Co. with Robinson Shows: Hawkinsville, Ga. Nov. 1; Ashburn, 2; Cordelle, 3; Americus, 4; Albany, 5; Dothan, 6. Williams and Williams, "Richest Coon in Georgia," Curaboo, N. Y., Nov. 1 and 2. The Black Hussars, Henderson Smith, manager, Jamestown, N. Y., Nov. 1, 2, 3. Leon, the magician, and company, Burlington, N. C. Nov. 1, 2; Chapple Hill, 4, 6. Baby Jim Show, Cress Simmons, manager, Johnstown, Pa. week of Nov. 1. Prof. A. H. Wightman and Com- pany. 11. Bendle. 2. Rock Mount 3; Cv. Nov. 1; 1. Bendle. 3. Rock Mount 3; Cv. Nov. 1; 1. Bendle. 3. Rock Mount 3; Seen and Heard while Passing By Salem Tutt Whitney With the Smart Set Co. B The Knocker Who is sure there's nothing wholesome; But that everything is rank; Who sees no good in any, But how he hopes with mock And whose mission self-appointed, Is the knock, knock, knock. He's the milestone of all progress. He is wholesome efforts bane; He can just see the evil, Naught to him is safe or sane; He is there to put a damper to unhappiness; New doors to progress, coming Just to knock, knock, knock. He paralyzes effort. He invites distrust and fear, He pulls down and dismantles, He would marry the man. Would that in the chair electric We could stop with fatal shock The man whose only object Is to knock, knock, knock. —Baltimore American. Following is a letter from Chas. S. Carter, proprietor of a large and up- standing business in the City of Queen and Lincoln streets, Norfolk, Va. Mr. Carter is one of the leading men in the city and rapidly growing city of Norfolk, yet he time to take interest in anything that concerns his race. Not only is Mr. Carter a personal friend but for several royal friend of the Smart Set Company: Dear Sir: I am writing to thank you for your kind reference in the joke yesterday. It was quite a "boost" indeed. I am also including you in the joke. "The Virginian Pilot," because I am proud of it and fear that you will not write, because it is so different from the write of our show in the same paper, because it is so different from here. The writeup last year was an insult to our race, and our colored paper. The Journal and Guide, came out in 1980, and many of the colored people from taking the white paper. the editor of the colored paper, Mr. P. B. Young, also wrote to the manager of the Wells Fargo, who he allowed newspapers to speak of the patrons of his theatre in such tones, etc. The boycott seems to have borne fruit, judging from this morning's news, why is why I am sending you the clipping. I am very sorry that I did not get the chance to thank you for your continued success and thanking you again, I am Very grateful to you CHAS. S. CARTER. Following is the writeup from The Virtue Journal commenting upon this season's show: SALEM TUTT WHITNEY COMEDIAN OF ABILITY If Salem Tutt Whitney comes back to Norfolk next season with his first major league appearance alone will be worth the price. He is a genuine black-lead singer, and he will be a audience that saw him last night at the Colonial in "George Washington Builion Abroad" laughed at his comedy and enjoyed his songs, especially his toast to the Colonial. Whitney had good support and the three-act "musical comedy" written by his brother, the production is entirely one of what he coloured at his associates may just be proud. It is interesting and pleasing to NEWS OF THE PLAYER. The father of Roy Johnson, of the team of Jones & Johnson, died Wednesday night, October 20, at Zanesville, Ohio. Archie Armstead, celebrated comedian and dancer, is now serving a long term in Texas. Regards to my many friends in and out of the profession. If you have no cut, get one made for you. The Precies. If you have advertising now is the time to do it. Absolutely your best opportunity. Do not delay, as we are now on the job. The Whitman Sisters, after a successful engagement at the Lafayette Theatre, New York, are their second show at the Howard Theatre in Philadelphia. Mabel is in a private sanitarium on Flushing Bay, L, L, slowly improving. Berk is back in the job at the Howard Theatre, Washington. Martin-Motely Co. just closed a successful engagement at Lincoln Theatre, East Liberty, Pa. Week of October 25, Kenyon Theatre, Allegheny, Pa. week of November 2, Variety Theatre, North Side, Pa., after which the company will go West, opening at the Monogram Theatre, Chicago. In the cast are Edgar Martin, Zel Bledseaux, Charles Ross, Hugh Hill, Robert Perry, St. John Johnson, Rosa Melly, Pearl Roy, Rosetta Shanks, Lillian Fitzhugh, Nora Goff and Victoria Gentry. Eddie Lemons known as "Turtle," has been down in bed sick for some time. At the I. & G. N. Hospital. He is improving nicely. He will be seen at his post again, bass drummer, with "Palestine Military Band and his home talent vaudeville show, showing three times a week, and the crowds followed. The Mr. Chink Beam, trap drummed, sends regards to Doc. Strain. Regards to friends both in and out of the profession. All mail will reach me at San Jacinto and South Jackson street, Palestine, Texas. Oliver & Redmond, that Frenchy, Frivolus, frothy sister act, are still holding their own in spite of the sickness. Frivolus, who has been under the treatment of physicians and surgeons of the Memorial Hospital. When the act appeared before the fooflights is seemed to be a sign of the fooflight once to see that dainty little fat angel holding her partner up so nicely. Every member of the credit for her spilled work and care for her old mate. Oliver did her numbers nicely and has not forgotten the hand movements yet. The act was beautiful but badly Young; wrote you. Crown Garden. WORD FROM T. P. KELLY'S DIXIE MINSTRELS. Our third week out and still playing to good business, although we have met some bad weather. We have played hard and the show is in fine working order. Miss Shahra Edwards, former concert singer, is now leading lady with the T. P. Edwards orchestra. Miss Edwards is meeting with great success nightly, singing lise de Amour. She still possesses a rich, high soprano voice. Her high notes are very strong, while her low or middle notes are full of expression. Truly a wonderful singer. Doing the unexpected always has us as well as in the theatrical profession. Sh-e-c-e-e-e—soft music, please, Professor. Frank (Tuba) Brown sends regards to B. Gilman Lee and B. K. O. W. hand, of Darville. She-c-c-c-c—Soft Music. It was a gray dawn and as she hastened along towards the depot the cold wind blew through her hair and the little soubrette reached her tiny hand towards the door of the waiting-room, and she looked at the little we around her knew that she had been wounded in a battle with Cupid. Seating herself in a waiting-room, she waited for the phone frombone). We waited breathlessly, note the change in the attitude of the Southern press towards colored shows. The Southern press has a policy of the reporters of colored shows to refer to the performers as "darkies," mokes, "niggish," etc. The merit of the mokes and niggish shows and nearly always there was some sarcastic reference to Negroes making a considerable space was given to a ludicrous description of the occupants of "nigger heaven," meaning the galleymen who occupied the lower floors. The exceptions to this were the colored ladies and gentlemen who occupied the lower floors. The galleymen who occupied the Dallas, Ft. Worth Galveston and San Antonio, Texas; Danville, Va., and Vicksburg, Miss. Most of the Southern papers now seem to realize that there is some real difference between the colored ladies and gentlemen they have given the Smart Set Company any road show would be proud to receive. Many of the reporters of colored shows in the North make a silly attempt at the facetious by referring to the players as "darkies," etc., and gimmies as "dusky ladies and gimmies." A most encouraging sign is the increased white attendance in the Southern cities we have played this season. The role of a gentleman in the portion of our white audiences have been ladies and gentlemen of quality. The folk about a dozen women have performed its performance fully attired in regulation evening dress. In other seasons it has been rule of our white audiences, to most attire to the first sign of the "finale." This season they remain seated until the final curtain. Many have remained after the show to experience the excellent quality of the performance. That "a prophet is without honor in his own country," was disproven by the Smart Set Company, while playing his home, Richmond, Va. His first appearance was a signal for loud and proactive home entertainment at home was fully attested upon his every other appearance during the show. If you wish to know anything about performers of the past or present who are worthy of special mention, ask R. K. Doggett, a dramatic critic, press agent and contributor to white magazines. Mr. Doggett is a polished gentleman, also a graduate of Howard University. He is not a musician, but he has been associated with the leading exponents of music, drama and song. Mr. Doggett is one of the very few coached men competent to intelligently write. Romeo L. Doggett, now with the hustling "New York News," is well known as a dramatic and sporting editor. He is the only colored contributor to the New York Times. Brooklyn Eye, leading white dailies of the country. Mr. Doggeth became generally known by his efficient work upon the Amsterdam News. He is also a contributor of athletics to the New York Globe. Mr. Dougherty but lately returned from an extensive tour of the British Isles, San Juan, Porto Rico, Caracas, Venezuela, St. Thomas, St. Cruz, Porto Rico, and Dougherty's was not a pleasure trip. The sad death of his mother, who was a Porto Rican, was the cause of his death. Traveling by land and travelling was necessary to straighten out the business of his mother's sum of money. Mr. Dougherty as a "hale fellow well met," and a great vulture and pleasure of knowing him. All of a sudden we saw her pursuer enter from the other door. He had his bow and arrow in his hand. Quick as a flash he aimed at the bunch of us and fired his dart. Bang! Just like that, straight toward us it came with startling rapidity. We all ducked. The arrow narrowly missed some of us. It knocked Frosty Moore's hat off, scratched W. E. Fields across his chest and hit Slim Jim Austin squarely over the heart. In a moment all were at his side, but he had fused flatly all of his efforts to assist him. We saw sharp struggle and with the quickness of a tiger, Slim's hand went to his pocket. With muffled words he drew his purse. Five minutes later ten men were smoking cigars or cigarettes. Those present then knew the worst was yet to come, for now let it be known, that the little lady was Miss Eleanor Johnson, one of our poney girls, and Mr. Willie Austin (Slim Jim) are to be may as one on October 25, Slim's birthday in Mt. Pleasant, Mich. For one that day Slim will stand up before preacher and swear to pay Eleanor's board for life. May God's holy blessings rest upon them both. Edward Farrell, our two-story cornetist, sends regards to Motto and Holloway, his band, Prot. James Wotfscale and Stogie, why don't you write. Say, Stogie, just received a letter from Miss Jaspe, Springfield. Wassail, the band, the Freeman. J. Arthur Conley has under construction an act that will be in vaudeville soon. You bought it, now the pre-proof, which will be used to order some set up. As a character artist and comedian, Conley is uninterested in equivie. You have some new ideas that will make possible the establishment of his act. Watch for his add, soon to appear. You have some new ideas that will make some new hoops, and when he finishes his act now people say, "Well what's the use; you all know Pearl?" Routt'sottville, October 22. May October. Route: Scotvillie, Mich. October 21 Route: Belfast, Mich. October 21 October 22, 24; Mt. Pleasant, Mich. Oct. NOTES FROM THE ELITE THEA TRE, CORDELE, GA. Wm. Benbow-Robble People just closed a two-weeks' engagement here and made good. The manager of this school. John led the team man and pays his act what he promises. All reports about this house and manager are untrue. Yours in profession, Benbow-Robble. SEYMOUR JAMES WRITES FROM HARRY YOUNG'S ORIGINAL BLACK TROUBADOURS, AT LEACHVILLE, ARK. NOTES FROM J. C. O'BRIEN'S GEORGIA MINTSTREET No. 1. We are still playing in North Carolina, where we are all well and the show is playing to packed houses ever more. Mr. Horace Harrison is still creating a sensation with his trombone solo in the big band concert nightly. The band's lead singer, on his job with and making good in a rapid fire talk with James Crosby the tall talker, in the first part. "We are you singing 'In The Town Where We Were Loved' manner that pleases, while Mrs. Lucile Young is up and when she puts over 'I Wonder Where My Lovin' Man Has pleased and to make it short, there is a dull moment in the whole first part. Professor George W. Ayres, with his balanced orchestra, furnish spicy music and danceing acts go over well, Mr. Leroy Drayton is still playing the trombone on the No. 2 band. Look out, Tobe Bell, don't grieve. Some blind pig will find an acorn some time. You should worry. Look what Forty-twostreet is in Florence, S. C., and heayer kicked. Jim Green and Ada is a big hit with the show, and will be seen here next season after they have finished their vaudeville work, which will only Jas. Crosby THE JALL TALKER be a few weeks, as the show will only close for six weeks. The show closes in Savannah, Ga. G. W. Warford is making good with his "Texas Blues." He is the main feature in the big concert. Little Joe Miller, the little man with the big band, sends the group to the Florida Blossoms and Eph Williams's Company, also J. C. Miles and Billy Moore, with Jones' Bros. circus. Mr. Wm. Grantlein, our mellophone and second violin, is of much benefit to the B. and O., and is a coming violinist. Look out, S. Foster, the writer can make a good thing especially, but every member of the company fills his place even to the cook. James Crosby sends his best wishes to his niece, Goldie Crosby, of the team of Parrin and Crosby. The toll taker has something up his sleeve for next season. Read the Freeman and keep posted. We showed in the Rocky Mr. N. C. October 2, 2007, a turnaway business and were made welcome to that progressive little city by Mr. Jesse Reeves and Mr. Will Raymond, late of the Eph Williams company. They have one of the prettiest picture houses in the state. Their place is called the Alpha Movie which is doing a thriving business under the management of those two energetic men. Mr. James Crosby, Claude McPherson, Joe Miller, Capt. Dick Anderson a dinner fit for a king by those princes good fellows, at the palatial home of Mrs. Jesse Goebbels and Helen Hare, while white was served and the afternoon was spent very pleasantly. Messrs Boyer and Hare were pretty piano and trombone solos. The evening will be remembered as one of the pleasantest in our show career. Messrs Boyer and Hare send regrets to all friends, especially the Silas Green company. LITTLE ACTRESS RETIRES -PHIL ADELPHIA, PA., SHOW NEWS. Mudge Gardner Davis, the dainty little soubrette formerly of Darktown, and Bob Bedin Cake Walt Revis, has retired from the stage and is traveling with her husband, Toots Davis, with Jean Bedin's "Puss Puss" Company. They are contemplating a tour of the theatre providing Walt Revis' support providing the submarines won't be in their way. Cooper & Smith played the Nixon this week. Buster & Bailey route: October 26, 27, Bridgeport, N. J.; October 28, 29, Camden, N. J. Broadway Rastus will play Standard Theatre, Philadelphia, week of November 1. Toots Davis would like to hear from Johnnie Wood and Little Henry, Palace Theatre, Baymore, west of Washington, week of November 1. Then Ptittsburg to follow. Eddie Stafford, of Davis & Stafford of "Puss Puss" Company, was a constant visitor with his many friends, Green Dragon, Postcard and others, too numerous to mention. Irvin C. Miller, who is rehearsing his big show, Broadway Rastus, made a flying trip to see Miller & Lyles play in his big show, but they be his great show, but there is room for some more great ones. So look out for Broadway Rastus. Buster & Bailey, who played the Standard this week, direct from the West, the real noise, and what he does. Doing 32 minutes and a laugh a minute. One more big scream playing the Stand is Criswell Avery. Everybody knows you have to have an act different from the rest. Davis & Stafford, this week at Casino with Jean Bedinil's "Puss Puss" Company, and are the big fuss with the show. Both have parts all through the show. They are in a race. They signed a blanket contract with Bedinil here for four more years. Some other troupes try and make good like Davis & Stafford. NOTES FROM WOLFSCALE'S BAND With Barnum & Bailey Circus. At this writing we are in the state of South Carolina with business good and a lot of people now thinking of home sweet home, as there is only a few more days before the greatest storm on earth will arrive to Bridgewater. Winter quarters are located there and the show will remain there until next spring, begin at Madison, Square Garden, The Little Lady with the Big Voice scoring them with Three or Four Encores Best Wishes all in and out out of the Profession. 3507 State Street, Chicago, Illinois FEATURE PICTURES ONLY Eight Piece Orchestra New York. Prof. Wolfscale and members of his bands have made a very pleasant and successful season. One member and two women have happened this season is that Mr. Fred (Cal) Garland made the whole season of thirty-two weeks, and it was the season that Prof. Wolfscale and Earl Johnson send their best regards to Mr. Lonnie Reid, proprietor or the Reid house, of Atlanta, and Mr. Lonnie Reid, Mrs. Lollie Ford, Princess Wee Wee, the little doll lady, sends regards to her many friends in and out of the professional winter and summer home in Baltimore, Md. Prof. Wolfscale sends regards to Profs. P. G. Lowry, Jas. A. Harris, L. R. Roy and Roy Pope, and all his friends. Mr. Killmer Jackson (bass player) will spend the winter in Chicago, Mr. Wm. Moorehead, with his aunt and uncle. Mr. Al Franklin sends regards to Prof. Wm. Berry and mem. Wm. Moorehead, with his aunt, Atlanta, Ga. Mr. Wm. H. White, comedian, who was on the show last season, was a visitor. The Wolfscales play the show at the Wells, Wells of Toliver's show, wishing them much success. Prof. Wolfscales closes the season with the following mem. Roy Wolfscales, Hanssey Roy Wolfscales, Arthur Madison, est. Smith, Kilmer Jackson, Jas. Doosey, Fred Garland, Steve Robison, Wm. Moorehead, Harvey Roach, Roy Wolfscales, Troy Wolfscales, Wolfscales, Slim Mason, Leen Gray NEW YORK NEWS. (By Billy E. Jones.) The Kemps are at the Palace theatre, New York. At Leroy's cafe, big cabaret and orchestra every evening. Marshall and Tribble are at the Leon theatre, Rochester, N. Y. Billy Johnson trio are at the Harris theatre, Pittsburg, Pa. Robhison and Nichols are at the Orpheum theatre, New York. Lulu Coates and boys are at the Colonial theatre, New York. Jones and Johnson are at the Empire theatre, Rock Island, Ill. Dora Dean & Company are at the Orpheum theatre, Elkart, India. The Creole Band is at the Majestic theatre, Waterloo, Iowa, and meeting with big success. The Darktown Review, good colored act, this week at the Lyceum theatre, New Conn. Bethel Williams, known as the colored Eva Tanguay, and late with Evon Robison, has joined the Lady Bucancers white burlesque company. Billy E. Jones is scoring a big success with "Seattle D Mooch," and "When I leave the World Behind," and "If We Can't Be the Same Old Sweet-hearts." At the New Lincoln theatre, West 135th street, big vaudeville show and show out a good bill for the patrons and good shows are the rule each week. Lester B. Walton, presenting Miller and Lyles Company, presenting Miller in the new musical production, "Darkydom" at the La Jolla Theater, and the chorus, in exceptionally good. Other artists with the company are Ida Foldyce and Miller and Wise, Thompson, Cooper and Thompson and Ida Foldyce and Miller and who are heading the above company. NEWS OF THE PLAYERS. U. S. Thompson (Slow Kid) finished a successful season with the Ringling Bros. show November 11. Regards to the Friends Mall will reach me at $218 State street, Chicago, III. Little Seymour James and Chas. English have joined hands and are having success at the Hare Troubadour. Hare Troubadour both are clever performers. Watch James and English grow. The Miller Musical Family played to packed houses this week at the Harte theatre, Bentonville. Miller, 45 and 27 at Massive theatre, Great Barrington, Mass. Last half at Lyric theatre, Athol, Mass. The Eagle band of Shreveport, La. has been busy from the $30 to the 15th of October, playing for the Caldwell Parish fair at Groyson, La. The band consists of eight pieces and orchestra. ALEXANDER TOLLIVER'S BIG SHOW (By Al Wells.) We are now in the state of North Carolina, played a return engagement at Winston-Salem, where he has been a little cool, but the people turned-out every night. All the tobacco factories are running full bloom here. Some of the performers in the factories we met. We met the magician, Walter Long and our old friend Fred Magnolia, Brown and Nedia Ramsey has joined the show and are doing fine. Their act is classy. We have a little child impersonator is very good, and Miss Brown, with her funny talk and wails always cleaning up singing "Everybody Rags With Me." Everybody is well and sends regards to other Vaughan good and the musicians numbers are always a riot. This show has left a warm path for other Vaughan good and the musicians a fact that a few shows have already found out. The people wanted the goods and theLEXANDER that we wanted. Al Wells sends regards to Arthur Allen, Sammy Gordon and Sandy Burns. NOTES FROM THE WILLIAMS & WILLIAMS' RICHEST COON IN GEORGIA COMPANY. C. H. Williams, owner and manager, Mrs. Sadie E. Williams, assistant manager and treasurer; Wm. Crawford, stage manager; Wm. Crawford, stage manager of transportation; Prof. J. F. Cook, pianist and leader of the orchestra; C. H. Williams, comedian; Mrs. Sadie E. Williams, Crawford, as leading man, takes of the Richest Coon in Georgia, and has become quite a matinee idol. W. A. Haze, our sensational trap drummer, has a winning smile that wins him friends everywhere. Miss Mattie Elliott, our prima donna and leading lady, is also very clever in her line. Mrs. Christ, a�ate, a shutter and buck dancer, is another big hit. I've been a performance. We did well last month and up to the present through the state of New Hampshire and Vermont. We are about to enter the northern part of New York. It is everybody well, happy and prepared. The cold weather, which we have run into. Well, sir, do you know that the ghost or man in white can be seen looking us up every Tuesday morning? Mr. Crawford is the most knowledgeable "Old Hoss," sends regards to all friends. Crawford when this bunch reaches "Old Shi," he's going to set a spread for the company that will be long remembered. Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Clark wishes to be remembered by the New England friend. C. H. Williams, former partner of Gus Stevens, and owner of this company gives us to understand that this show don't close at all. The show is now booked solid for ten weeks. The man-book is a like a book in Holidays, Buddie, and Stella, through the Freeman if you can't get our route. GIBSON'S NEW STANDARD THEATRE PHILADELPHIA Comedy and musical acts of a wide variety were offered to the patrons of Gibson's New Standard Theater this week. Amyhysteria tria was deserved, for her performance was first and foremost did not disappoint their hearers in any way, for they sang with conceived or perfect artistry and their voices complemented their cuit solandes and passages with rare precision and beauty. In the opera from Lucia was their initial number, and the music was truly linda that the audience was priviled enjoy. The Belmonts, eccentric comedians, dancers and musicians, who got music out of various instruments, were the audience who priviledance. Miss Benton, at one time must have been one of the Berlin Madacps, for she has a little accent, and she got music out of other instruments, those foreign romps. She is as graceful and nimble as one could wish. Criswil and Avery contributed amuscularity to the kling of songs. Mills and Frisby never let themselves become too serious, and so their foolery always whets the ears of the audience with remarks and their dancing and singing are all in the most carefree mood. A happy combination is that of Busyann and the audience. The audience took kindly to them from the start. Their work elicited much applause; they were certainly mithorned and the audience panned out the show, and they worked to good purpose in entertaining. Copies of The Freeman Can Be Secured in New York City at Ames Mooney, 135st and Lenox Ave. J. H. Schmidt, 268 West 55th street C. G. Allen, 252 West 53rd street. Mue. L. Langdon, 516 Classon avenue Brooklyn, N. Y. To Actors and Writers! Why not Protect your acts and writings by copyright, whi-fh for a reasonable fee. Information on or phone at 212-655-1234 in Indianapolis, Ind.; or on the phone and Notary Public: 412 Avenue. New phone 8517-K. Performers Look! Star Theatre and Lincoln Theatre have combined. Can give you from three to four works, with Wheeling W. Va. to Okee Write Jake Holleana, Mgr. Star Theatre, 147 Wylie Ave, Pittsburgh, Pa.; Mr. Parloff, Mgr. Lincoln Theatre, 6118 Frankstown, Ave., East Liberty, Pa. The Lyric Theatre! Newport News, Va. Daniel L. Wilson, Manager Still open for business WANTED Three girls that can sing and dance at once. MRS. W. BURNS Care General Delivery. Watert wn. S. D. AT LIBERTY Veratic mui-ican, B & O, or B & S. Bass clrarm, clrarm, piano, saxophone. Practical arranger, composer and vocal director. Steady and soher, locate or travel.受益 $33 commission. WHEN IN CLEVELAND, O. The Central Hotel 2507 Central Ave. Special Rates to Theatrical People O. B. MOSS, Proprietor SUE GRUNDY, Prop. First Class Accommodations for Pro professional People. 3157 Wabash Ave. Chicago, Illinois The Kid H. Thomas House When in Chicago Visit the Mrs. Margaret Ward, Prop 3148 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Ill. MISS BENBOW THE ..... DALLAS, TEXAS ring them with Three or Four Encores. out out of the Profession. ENTERPRISES In Theatre reet, Chicago, Ill. First Class Orchestra and 10 Cents ...NOTICE PERFORMERS... Write Mrs. Tim Owsley and state all in first letter. Give Hotel Address. If you have contests for this house let me know early as I will not place tickets unless act is known. If your salary is too high I will save you some inconvenience. Address all mail to Mrs. Tim Owsley, Crown Garden Theatre, Indianapolis, Ind. THE NEW $50,000 ATLAS THEATRE! The Most Beautiful Theatre on the South Side First Run Motion Pictures of the Highest Quality. Everybody Welcome Gibson's New Standard Theatre! South St. at 12th, Philadelphia, Pa. John T. Gibson, Prop. Want first class acts of all kinds. Also booking road shows. Address John T. Gibson, Proprietor Wanted, for The Star Theatre! 2409 Elm Street, Dallas, Texas Booking good stock companies, vaudeville performers and road shows. No act too large, but must be good singers and dancers. Send mail to J. B. Norton, Booking Agent. Wants to hear from all good acts. Letters answered same day. Address Sam E. Reevin, Mgr., 318 Pine Street, Chattanooga, Tennessee The biggest drawing card yet Wire and balancing artists who get the ap plause wherever they appear In their second week. ..LincolnTheatre.. Wanted at all times. Nothing too Big to Play. Must be clean and well dressed. Nothing suggestive to rated. Curtain will be rung down on all such acts. Address all communications to EUGENE ELMORE, MANAGER Must have good singing and dancing act, with first class wardrobe and lobby display. Write Mgr. New Queen Theatre 1712 Fourth Ave., Birmingham, Ave. T.J. J.Culliga Nashville Students at never closes On our way to California Georgia Walker wire, must double stage. Twin Falls, Idaho, Nov. 5-6. Roy Herndon, Mg Ave., North, Seattle, V The show that never closes On our way to California. Musicians of all kinds Georgia Walker wire, must double stage; tenor who doubles wire. Twin Falls, Idaho, Nov. 5-6. ...TELEGRAM. Y. HENRY, 1853-7th St. N. W Washington, D. C. Don't fail ovall & Stov Week as I know they will D use. Signed: LEW W. HENRY, 1853-7th St. N. W. Washington, D. C. Don't fail to send Stovall & Stovall Next Week as I know they will DRAW in my house. Signed: MR. WISE MANAGER The Royal Theatre The Royal Theatre 91 Decatur St., Atlanta, Ga. Wants All Good Acts to Write. GOOD AND POLITE TREATMENT GUARANTEED! No act too Big; Tickets sent anywhere. The NewGrand The Stroll Amusement Company Devoted to High Class WIGS! Made of Natural Human Hair, either wavy or crimy. Can be combed and dressed the same as your own hair. I do not sell to dealers, but the people direct. Write for a Free Catalogue The reason stage performers prefer my wigs is that they can also be worn for street wear. If you are in New York or suburbs I can have a representative call with samples. Alex. Marks 654 Broadway, New York City Culligan's On our way to California. Musicians walker wire, must double stage; tenor who Idaho, Nov. 5-6. Merndon, Mgr. Seattle, Washington TELEGRAM.. 7, 1853-7th St. N. W. ton, D. C. Don't fail to send I & Stovall I know they will DRAW in Signed: MR. WISE MANAGER yal Theatre IN THE FIELD OF SPORT. BY HAROLD C. MCGOWTH. POLICE PREVENTED RIOT—HAD TO USE CLUBS FREELY— UMPIRE ASSAULTED— TWO COLORED PLAYERS AR- RESTED. On the eve of the departure of the A. B Cs for Cuba the club had a serious mixup with the All-Star club under the management of Ownie Bush. The latter club is a white organization of professional players of the various big leagues. The Indianapolis Star had the following concerning the fracas: A race riot of serious proportions was narrowly averted at the Federal League Park Sunday afternoon, when Umpire James Scanlon was attacked by two colored players in a game between all-star club under the management of Ownie Bush and the A. B Cs, an Indianapolis colored team. Spectators rushed to the field and it required the combined efforts of a dozen policemen and six detectives to quell the disturbance. Clubs were wielded before the incensed fans were finally driven from the diamond. Then the game proceeded. Two Players Arrested. Elwood DeMoss, second baseman, and Oscar Charleston, center fielder of the colored team, were arrested, charged with assault and battery. They obtained their release in time to depart with the other members of the team late in the afternoon for Havana, Cuba. The trouble arose in the fifth inning with the white players at bat. Bush was on first base and darted for second base. Bush played play at second, but it appeared that Bush had reached the bag safely and Umpire Scanlon ruled him safe. After pushing him, struck at his face with his fist. Scanlon sparred, but did not strike the colored player. Running back Jake McCarthy is allowed to have struck Scanlon in the face. The umpire was knocked to the ground, suffering a severe gash on the left side of his face where Charleston Players of both clubs ran to stop the trouble and the field soon was swarming with the police all allies" the policemen finally managed to disperse the crowd before further damage had been done. After the police had final fights which the police and detectives halted quickly. Scanlon was able to resume his duties after the field was cleared. About 5,000 spectators Sergeant Murphy was in command of the squad of police and it was their quick work that stopped the disorder. The police were relieved in a free-for-all. Several of the patrolmen drew revolvers, but they were ordered to put them away by Murphy when the trouble was solved with them. Keeps on Running. After he had struck the umpires, Charleston kept on running, and a few moments later he was lost in the rain, and had trouble fending him, but at length he was placed under arrest along with Delosx and husted away to the city prison. The management of the A. B. Cs made hustle to get Charleston and Develx to accompany the team on its tour to Cuba, as the loss of these two players would have been a severe handicap to Manager C. I. Taylor greatly deplored the happening. He wired back the team and part of the A. B. Cs immediately went en route to Cuba to the Star the following: "That was a very unwarranted and inconvenient part of our folder. There can be no reason given that will justify it. Umpires Geisel and Scanlon are gentlemen. I am grateful to Bush and Baumann and I am grateful to them for their earnest efforts to ward off trouble and their kind words to me after "The colored people of Indianapolis displace the incident as much as do. I will not condemn the A. B. C. baseball club nor my people for the ugly and unsportsmanlike outfits and hotheads. I can prove by the good colored people of Indianapolis that I stand for right living and clean sport. I am untimely for the past two years in an effervescent and unfortunate manner sport there and am sorely grieved at the untimely and uncalled for occurrence at Federal Park today. I pass unjust judgment on my club or ALL-STARS TAKE LAST GAME. One Hit. The 1915 baseball season in Indianapolis was brought to a close Sunday when Bush was appalled upon the A.B.C.s, 5 to 1, at Federal Park. It a hot game until the fifth inning, when light occurred in the result, led to arrest of Players Charleston and DeMoss of the A.B.C.s and injury to Umpire Scanlon. The Charleston while clinched with DeMoss. Quick action by the police cleared the and quiet was restored after a few minutes. The stolen second and when Umpire Scanlon waved him safe the fight started. But Bush said DeMoss had "missed" him. Bush said the attack no cause for the attack on the official. Some Good Pitching. Bob Russell and "Cannon Ball" Redd singed a great pitching battle and until the fight only one run had been made. The second inning, Joe Willis went to the mound for Bush's team in the sixth and finished the game in good style. The second champions scored in the sixth, a base on balls and two errors permitting Allen to one arm. The B. Cs obtained only one hit a handout over Russell's head in the third inning. But the police had taken two of his regular hits. A B. Cs was forced to use subs, and a result the defense behind Redding Two walks, an error and a double play. All-Stars in the fifth. In the sixth Kelly singled and scored on Russell's Kelly Makes Star Catch. Russell hurled in grand form and one man reached first the five imminent colored champs on strikes. Mike Kelly up the big leaguer in great shape and he dug out the colored champs. He went over to the A. dugout in the eighth and made about a catch of a foul ball ever seen in this city. About 5,000 people were in the bibs and grand stand and there was a lot of action for Cuba after the game. Manager the colored champs deplored the action and he always has directed orderly teams is one of the leaders in stamping out the colored ranka. Players of the Cubs A.-S. A B H O A E O Bush, s 4 2 1 0 1 E French, 2 3 1 0 1 1 Bauman, 3 4 1 0 3 0 Metz, 1 4 1 13 0 1 Gossey, cf 4 1 4 0 0 Dugan, if 4 1 4 0 0 Kelly, c 4 1 8 0 1 Crandall, rf 3 0 0 1 0 Russell, c 3 1 0 1 0 Willis, 2 0 0 1 0 Totals 34 8 27 10 2 A. B. C. A B H Q * A E Shively, if 4 0 * 0 1 0 DeMoss, 2 2 0 1 1 0 Emard, rf 0 2 0 0 1 Jeffrey, 2 0 0 1 0 Lyons, rf-cf 4 0 4 0 B. Taylor, 1 4 8 0 0 C. Calhoun, cf 1 0 0 0 J. Taylor, 2 1 0 1 2 Clark, s 2 0 1 1 0 Fowler, c 3 0 8 2 0 Allen, 3 2 1 0 3 Redding, p 3 1 0 3 0 Totals 1 2 17 9 1 All-Stars 0 1 0 0 0 0 Runs—Bush, French, Baumann, Metz, Kelly, Allen. Two-base hits—Duggan, Russell, Metz. Stolen bases—Bush, Double plays—D-Messon to Clark to B. Taylor. Bases on balls—Off Redding, self 6; by Willis, 1; by Redding, self 6; by Willis, 1; by Redding, Hits—Off Russell, 1 in five innings; off Jesse Davis in six innings; espires —Gielset and Scarland. Times—1-15. BASEBALL COSTS 59 LIVES IN 1915. CHICAGO, Oct. 24—Statistics compiled by a Chicago statistician show that 1915 players were suited directly to baseball in 1915. The report shows that thirty-eight of the fatalities were caused by being hit on the hands of the pitcher; six players were killed in fights during or after games, six died from over-exertion and three from a broken arm. Injuries showed a slight decrease over the preceding year, 7 per cent of the players in organized baseball being injured during the season. WHAT'S DOING IN SPORTS. MEMPHIS—Experience and ring generalship gained an eight-round decision. Jennie Miller, the Mexican lightweight, won the national son, here October 21. Minor gave his brown-skinned opponent a hard fight all the way, but Palmer's experience stood out during each round. NEW YORK. October 18—Boston's world's champion Red Sox have nothing on the Lincoln Giants, a colored team that played field yesterday the Giants beat the Phillies with Chalmers on the mound, 1 to 0. Stock, Bancroft, Niehoff, Paskett and other regulars were in the lineup. NEW YORK, October 22—That right-handed gave Jim Coffey at Madison Square Garden Tuesday night has started the Pittsburgh boxer on the road to "Easy street." He was practically "broke" when he entered the ring. For his six minutes and a half of work against Coffey he received $6,500 and an offer of $10,000 for an engagement in Boston next week. I'm after Willard now," said Moran to the coach. "I'll be able to match with him. I fought Johnson twenty rounds, and have defeated the contest. The contest was fey was easy man to whip. His punches did not hurt me, merely cut me a little and stunned me." MIKE DONOVAN TELLS OF OLD-TIME BOXERS. Terms Fighters of Yesteryears as Brutal, and Says the Modern Performers Are Further Advanced. "Prof." Mike Donovan is enjoying the real rest he has had in 30 years of boxing and the enjoyment of boxing instructor at the New York Athletic club and the youngsters of that organization sent him home to watch the game with the club as the clubs boxing tutor with $5,000 in his pocket as an evidence of their appreciation. He in his little home in the Bronx. Collardless, with both feet rest in Indian moccasins, he was the picture of rest and content. It didn't take long to get "Young." Donovan hit the boxing mat with the whole, the witty "it's boxing now," he began, with a snap of his solid old jaws. We used him with big gloves and we see them battering each other up as we did with bare knuckles. It's impossible for two good men, in condition to hurt themselves in ten rounds with big gloves, but the game has improved wonderfully. There is nothing new in the matter of offense and defense. Why? We hear the meternally prating about the solar plexus punch. Do you know that I taught that same punch in 1932 McAuliffe when I was 19 years old? "The well conducted clubs of today make it easier for the fighters. We see them at the beaches—no sleep, no rest—and when the sun would pep over the hills, we would pitch a ring and have a fight at our beds—no sleep, no rest—and the way possible—with bare knuckles. "The class of fighting men has improved. You don't go to a saloon, you go to a bar, you find him home with a family, or at the theater or the club. They are business men now. In my business sense with little price and battered faces, it was brutal—those bare knuckle fights. I wouldn't look at one now. I would watch a bare knuckle fight with watch a bare knuckle fight for $5,000. And in my day I was rated one of the best of the bare knuckle fighters. Here, I watch a bare knuckle fight with eve brows ripped clear across, and this old scar between the eyes. Look at this old nose, will you! Broken four on your face. Oh I tell you, boy, it took courage, if we did lack common sense. But what could you expect?—I was a strong, husky kid and only in my "But boxing, as we conduct it today, makes men of our race. It develops self-reliance, courage, strength on it being taught in the schools. If a man knew how to fight he wouldn't quarrel because he would be so sure of himself that he would be able to fight lessness. Boxing is the real test. It brings out all the weak places in a man and teaches him to build up where he is lacking. The day the only thing that worried us was whether our hands would last. In a fight a man would say, If my hands only last Till whip this feltless, I would have a padded glove, with tape and grips inside the gloves. Today there are few knockouts when two good men are in reach or skill. In a real staggering blows are landed, if a knockout does occur it is because one man has a great advantage over the other in reach or skill. If the California voters in killing the great science out there. They don't know what they've done—they don't know. The man can apply and prosperous. I can't under- stand it. I'm glad to hear you say that the bill was outvoted in San Francisco and Los Angeles, and that it was only four years after the election president of the independent circuit declared that no move, direct of other- federal League or authorized represent STILL GRIL "In my time all we could hope for in the way of purses was $1,000 to $2,000. I had a fight with a fellow student who was a great fighter he was. We fought near Philadelphia—bare knuckles. He gave me most of these scars in that fight. He closed both my ears and put them on for months, and it was six months before I recovered from the effects of that beating. He is still alive, 76 years old. He was a great fighter year at the funeral of a relative of mine. I hadn't seen him in twenty years. He's the best friend I have to have. He's not faking I'm going over there to see him. "We took care of ourselves. That's what we hate and frisky, let my men be frisky and frisky, let ends won't last. I met a good girl—the mother of this large family. She was. But about Murray. What a hitter he was! He was older and it told on me. He hurt me more in that fight in any other ever fought. And in my life I never fought a structurer, I'll bet that I've taken more punishment than a dozen women. I'll never forget Murray. We were arrested after that fight. I wanted to be locked up in the same cell with Jim, but the jailer said: "Nothing doing." "We both laughed. I couldn't see Jim, but I reached out and took his hand. I didn't know he haven't we? I asked. Jim vowed we had. It was three days before I could pry open one of my eyes. I was happy the man was pry open. "Ned O'Baldwin was a great fighter. He could have whipped any man that ever lived. So could Charlie Gallagher. He could have whipped any man that the greatest of their time. O'Baldwin was 6 foot, 6 and weighed 210. He could vault a fence or do anything a man could do in a brawl in 1876. I chummed with O'Baldwin. Isn't it funny that a big fellow always chums with a little fellow? Fitzsimmons was a great fighter—wonderful and unbeatable at the height of his adam. He was son was their superman. He could have whipped that wonderful boxer, Peter Jackson, too. Tommy Ryan told me that the only great fighter that ever admitted it, a good white man can't whip an equally good negro. The reason he was so good was he heard: You can't jar his head, Mike; he said. You can't break your hands on his skull and not even make him laugh. It is impossible to make him groggy. "The truth of the matter is, a negro is too near the animal kingdom and a white is too sensitive to pain—some more than others, of course. Take Jim Corbett—all nerves—he couldn't stand the tough he had nothing to fear in Sullivan. He whipped John L. that night, and certainly a dozen fighters, myself included. Just fighters sometimes tremble before a fight. I watched Tom Allen before he fought McCool. You would have thought he had the ague. It was a terrible fight. Jim McAfee was the same way. When they once got in action they were all smiles and coolness. Just around one night and Jim Hasslin was trying to coax Jack McAuliffe not to be a fighter. I stepped in and said: "This kid is cut and he is not a fighter. What will he ever get making barrels?" Jack stuck and was our greatest lightweight. Jim Hasslin became the New York Athletic club afterwards. too "Jim Hall was another great fighter. He knew everything. Did you ever notice the trick used by an old-timer to lift a left foot up by he advances. They fought in the old days with spiked shoes and lifted the left foot up so he could lift the right spikes. That's why the old-timer can't get over the habit of lifting his foot. Joe Goss was the greatest bodybuilder of his time, the gem of them all for cleverness. The only men I ever saw who fought like him were Joe Gans and Billy Edwards; they used so little ring space—and how they could time a punch!" FOOTBALL GATHERING THEM IN —EIGHT DEATHS ALREADY. ST. LOUIS, October 22.—Bryan Scott, of Omaha, injured in the St. Louis-Kansas football game he died at the St. Louis city hospital late yesterday. Scott was injured while making a tackle. He struck the opposing player with his head and dislocated vertebrae in his head. He needed the death of Scott makes eight football fatalities this season. There were two injuries, including one after the season closed. JOHNNY TERRY'S CHALLENGE. NEW ORLEANS, La.-Johnny Terry, colored lightweight of New Orleans, La.-Johnny Terry, colored good lightweights. Terry has fought some of the good boys down here, including Kid Washington, a 19-round match in a New Orleans. Terry prefers John Brown and could play match with Kid Washington or Buddy Padge. Bar none at the weight. Address Johnny Terry, 548 South Ramsey Street, New Orleans, La.-Kid Green, manager. THE JOHNSON-GREEN MATCH, MEMPHIS, TENN., OCT. 22. The Johnson-Green match resembled that Red Sox-Phillip outburst also, and nothing got by Green, Jack Sox, and ribs, kids, stomach, stomach, and nose as blockers for jabs, uppercuts and slings, all sides of this ebony-hued son of the ring. He thought the entire Johnson family was after him at the same time, and that Leo especially had a bucket-of gloves which he was continually dashing into his club, chin-fisted, and surprised a fervently extent, but wise wises wereent, for the real bug knows that Leo is one of the players in the game, no hues being barred. EXORBITANT EXPENSES UNDO ING OF ATHLETES NEW YORK, October 22—Abel R. Kliviat and Harry Smith, both members of the Olympic team which swept the gold medal in the day had their registration cards canceled by the metropolitan registration committee and were declared ineligible for the tour sports. It is charged they received exorbitant expenses for journeying to Schenectady to participate in games there. As a middle distance and one mile runner, is probably one of the best known athletes in America, while Smith has held the national ten-mile and indoor two-mile championship titles. KID HAY NOW IN THE CHANGE OF BATTING MEARS. MOULTRIE, Ga., Oct. 19—Sporting Editor The Frea, Dean: Dear Sir—Kid Murray. The Frea is a man of interest in Toledo, Ohio, the real colored middleweight champion of the world, and the under management of Battling Meat of Monroe who will try to match him with Eddie Johnson. The battleant of the middleweight championship. The battle will be fought for the middleweight championship. He addressed an open challenge to Palmer to meet him in his own town, New Orleans, managers and promoters of that city. Mears will present the winner with a women's middle-wideweight championship of the world. FED LEAGUE NOT SUING FOR PEACE, SAYS GILMORE. NEW YORK, October 18—Organized baseball politics, and not prospects of peace, has brought unfounded reports of the Federal League's immediate amitation of the players. In a statement by James A. Gumore, the president of the independent circuit declared that no move, direct of otherwise, had been made by the Federal League and had represented representatives along peace lines. "The Federal League club owners who went to Philadelphia and Boston" were not chasing any officials who do organize. We wanted to see the games, and being broad enough to recognize the fact that the national sport may be played on a field other than Federal League teams, we were there as fans to see the games. WILBERFORCE SQUAD, GREEN AND GOLD, ROUNDING INTO SPLENDID FORM. Wilberforce, O., Oct. 21, 1915. The Freeman Pub. Co, Indianapolis, Ind. Dale Snyder Please permit me to say concerning the Wilberforce University football team in the game this week, rounding into splendid form under the watchful eye of our new coach, Prof. Horace Preston, who is putting the team on the road. We are satisfied with the showing the have made in their games so far this season. October 30th Wilberforce will meet for the first time in history Fisk University, on their grounds, in Nashville, Tenn. The following week they will play at the University of College, in Charleston, W. Va. and close the season by playing the tough college university squad at Wilberforce. They hard work for old green and gold. BATTLING MEARS PLANS COL ORED CHAMPIONSHIPS. Battling Mlears, popular heavyweight of Moultrie, Ga., is behind a project to promote bouts between colored champions and to recognize colored champions in the various divisions. As none of white men holding the various championships will meet Negro boxers, Mlears has concluded that the colored boxers are not yet anywhere near ready to confine themselves to boxing pugilists of their own color. It is Mlears' idea to hold a big carnival in the near future, and to have bouts between colored boxers in the various classes. These will be in the nature of elimination contests, and the winners in each division will be considered the colored champion of that class. Mears is of the opinion that this will greatly help the boxing game, at least by providing training for boxerscerned. According to Mears there are a number of fighters in each class claiming the colored championship. If Mears then goes through the training, he will be known to present confusion, relative to the title, ended. Mears is anxious to have all colored fighters trained in the country aid him in bringing success to his project. Mears' address is Moultra, Ga. If you are interested in this project, write him at once. RATTY AND SON RUMPET GO FAST EIGHT ROUND DRAW. (By Chas. Stewart.) Memphis, Tenn., Oct. 13. The Big Four Entertainers and Amusement Club staged for their Tuesday night show one of the best fights seen at the Phoenix A. C. for many moons. Son Rumpty and Egg Head Ratty, featherweights, fought eight fast rounds with honors even. Both boys entered the ring in the pink of condition. While the Boynum Imperial Orchestra was playing sweet-melodies of Chinatown, both entered the ring near the same time, with a great amount of applause for both. After Referee John Flynn introduced Leo Johnson, the ring was cleared and the fight started. Nearl two thousand spectators witnessed the fight. In the crowd was many beautiful ladies rooting for their favorite to win. Ratty was doing his tango stunt while Rumpty was boreing in, using short snappy right and left hooks with telling effect. The card for October 26 brings together Kid Sweet, one of the best featherweights in the country, and Kid Monk. Leo Johnson blew in town from St. Louis to meet Jack Green, of Memphis, who wrote Phoebe, ads, cuts, etc, at 258 North Main street, for Chas. Stewart, Kid Sweet wants bouts. He would like to hear from any good boy in the country at 120 to 152. Prefers his manager, Chas. Stewart, 258 N. Main street, Memphis, Teen. Edgar Salivan would like to hear from all good boys who want bouts in Memphis. Write, care Phoenix A. C. SON GOODRICH'S GAME FIGHT. This fight has convinced everybody in this part of the country that a boy with terrible pain Goodrich must have felt has certainly won championship quality in him. Now if boxing had not been killed we would have brought in some of the best fighters in the country, but as it is we would like to have some of the promoters stage this boy in a bout. He will fight anyone at his weight. Will he glad to fight actively you will vote him a sensation. All he needs is the right chance. I believe he can beat anyone at his weight. Will be glad to fight actively you will wish to stage a real fighter, one who don't stall but fights every minute. Will send cut, etc. to any one who wishes to fight a pro fighter. Will preside and Instructor A. & A. Club, 503 East Commerce street, San Antonio, Texas. Bore of Seattle a Wonder It is hardly likely that the major league scouts will overlook Bill Rose of Seattle, for this big boy has been doing some wonderful pitching. He started out by losing six or eight games in a row. Since then he has been invincible and has registered a dozen straight wins. Spodgrass Possessed Nerve. One who was there says that before signing with the Braves Snodgrass went to Brooklyn and offered his services to the Brookfield for two years for $13,000. This, it is said, gave the Wards the biggest laugh they have had this season. STILL GRILLING CONNIE MACK Experts Continue to Pound Athletics' Pilot and His Team. MAY FOOL 'EM NEXT YEAR. Leader of Philadelphia Americans Has Been Known to Handle Weak Team One Season and Then Put Fear In Other Clubs the Following Season. Other Notes. Never before has the term "White Elephants" been so applicable as it is today in the case of the Athletics. Mahout Cornelius McGillicuddy has the cheapest baseball club in the major league world, but it is doubtful if he has made enough kale to settle the feed bill of his pachyderms. Philadelphia has turned its dorsal exposure toward Mr. Mack and his team. The face of Connio after a four game series in Philadelphia between the Athletics and Browns looked just like a world's champion dill pickle. For only the park employees and a few regulars, who called more to get the Phil's score than to see the game, attended the pastiming of the once famous pennant machine. A world of spleen must embitter the club's owners when they think how the city neglected the club when it was a world's championship team and then forgot it entirely when an endeavor is being made to give the fans something new and, in time, better than the old. But there is no manana for the fan—only today. When tomorrow comes around, if you happen to be up there fighting for the flag, they may patronize you. But in the meantime, nothing doing. If Mack's outfit is a first division team next year, then, according to 1915 dope, won't the Brown's have a double wrap on the world's championship? When a man manages a ball team after his playing days are over it is very wise for him to confine himself to those duties and not attempt to break into the actual playing of the game. Nothing turns the fans quicker against a leader than when he uses poor judgment regarding himself. Bill Donowan of the New York Americans is not apt to ever finish a game again for his team. His experience the other day when, with his team three runs to the good, he took out Brown Harry Wolverton made a similar mistake while in charge of the New York club. He put himself in as a pinch hitter on several occasions and invariably struck out. Naturally, he got in bad. The wise manager lets his players do the playing, even if he feels that there is some baseball left in him. The resignation of Fred Clarke from the management of the Pittsburgh club was to be expected. Clarke has been in baseball since 1894, every year of which he has spent in the employ of Barney Dreyfuss. He has been a most successful manager, but he has also been able to make some very good investments, thanks to the aid of his employer, and is today one of the wealthiest men in baseball. Clarke has tired of being active in the sport. Being away from his Kansas ranch every year most of the time no longer suits him, and it was only because it pleased Dreyfuss that he remained with the club for the past few years. It was Fred Clarke who first approached Walter Johnson in behalf of Griffith, after he had jumped to the Feds. He paved the way by a visit to the Johnson home for Manager Griffith to confer with him last winter, as a result of which Johnson returned to the Nationals' fold. George Sisler of the St. Louis Browns has found the Mackenmen's pitchers much to his liking, getting ten base hits in four games. Sisler is playing first base for the Browns and is showing himself to be the find of the season. There seems to be no position on the team that he cannot fill satisfactorily, and with an average of over the .300 mark he is showing that American league twirlers are not troubling him. Sisler was a much sought after player while he was with the Michigan university team. 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We deliver goods direct to consumers and pay all express charges. Give us a Trial Order. Ed. J. Rauch Cigar Co. - Indianapolis, Ind. The Argos Bulletin Kendrick Toric Lenses Best for Your Eyes Toric lenses increase the range of vision and Kendrick lenses are perfected to individual requirements by means of a service of true Ayres type. Our examination rooms are modern in appointment, our optometrist thoroughly competent, our optician skilled in his vocation and our shop facilities the latest and best possible to secure. Everything is done right here in in the building—while you wait, if necessary. -Optical department, under balcony Mr. C. C. Powell, of Columbus, O., was in the city Sunday for the day. Mr. Joe Johnson, of the Columbus, IA., postoffice, was in the city Sunday. Mrs. William Brown was hostess to the Friends Club last Wednesday afternoon at her home. Mrs. G. W. Prince entertained the Plaid Club last Thursday afternoon at her home. The Fleur-de-Lis Embroidery Club was the guest of Miss Bertha Crowder last Thursday. The Pierian Club was the guest of Miss Edna Bryant last Friday evening at her home in Wyoming street. Mrs. Mary E. Beck entertained the members of the Ladies Alliance Club on the church yesterday at her home. Messrs. James Nicholson and Clarence Dunlap went to Perl last Tuesday to attend the funeral of Glenn Johnson. Mrs. Fanny Wood, of Danville, Ky., is the guest of her son, Mr. Porter Dunlap on Pratt street, for several weeks' visit. Mrs. Ada Murphy, who opened a studio for vocal music recently, was heard on a program at the Women's Mrs. Henry R. Ferguson was hostess to the idle Hour Needle Club Friday afternoon her home, 2217 North Haven Street. Oliver Taylor, of St. Paul, a nephew of Mrs. Retta Moss, spent last Wednesday in this city visiting relatives and friends. Mime, C. J. Walker, who has been in the West for several months, is expected to return to the city during the early part of November. Mrs. Retta 240 Simms street, Jackson, Tenn., is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Hunter 515 West St. Clair street, Indianapolis, Ind. A Sunday school teachers' training day evening at Simpson chapel by Dr. P. T. Gorham pastor of the church. The Alpha Home board at a recent meeting decided to have a cake sale on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving, and the Kreka drug store, on North West street. Mma. I. L. McGuire, dress maker. Special attention given to ladies' evening gowns, coats and suits. Also hair and makeup. A copy of 411 W. North street, Indianapolis, Ind. The exposition number of the Freeman will be issued during the holiday and it will be a "hummer. Subscribe that issue. Subscription rates, $1.50 per year; six months, $8 cents. Mr. Willis Kersey, who has been actively engaged in the Alpha Home campaign for several months, was responsible for the week's task, holding the workers' meeting last Thursday evening. Mrs. Frances Berry Caston, who has been sick for several weeks is now working on the school. A copy of a leave of absence from her work at school No. 17 for the remainder of the school year. Mr. and Mrs. Roswell Bittkins, of Brownsville, N. Y., was assigned a leave of absence in the city last week, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. James Bell, on West Twelfth street. They left Wednesday to spend the remainder of their vacations. ST. PHILIP'S EPISCOUAL CHURCH. Corner West and Walnut streets, Rev. F. A. H. Maloney, M. A., B. D. On Sunday, Oct. 31, the services will be as follows: Morning service; 3 p. m., Sunday School; 8 p. m., evening and sermon. At the morning service the F. Maloney will preach his farewell sermon. At the evening service the F. Maloney will testimonial meeting conducted by the Sunday School children in honor of the vicar. At the 8 o'clock service the topic will be "Retrospect and Prospect." To all services we extend a hearty wel CLARENC CAMERON WHITE VIO LIN RECITAL. Assisted by Local Talent. Clarence Cameron White, the well-known violin virtuoso, appeared on Monday evening under the auspices of the Sisters of Charity. The audience was impressed. The recipient Mr. White, intelligent, appreciative people, who showed that they thoroughly enjoyed the performance, testified. Levinson Hats! $2 New Fall Hats are Here Coming in by the hundreds every day. Every new style that's correct. We are the "Style Starters." Bring in your head and TWO BONES. We send any Hat by Parcel Post. Open Saturday Evenings. LEVINSON THREE STORES 37 N. Penn. St. 41 S. III. Mkt. & III. St. sisted by Thomas Elam and Ralph Jones, cello and violin, respectively, both proving to be quite proficient in playing the cello and violin. Mr. Alberta Grubbs, accompanist, was notable, her note reading and execution showed splendid ability. She surprised those who were best acquainted with her. The playing of Mr. White is that of a master. This was a skill that was not acquired of his encore. "Traumier," which requires playing of fine order to be effective. All of his numbers were received with great applause. 1. Chorus, selected, Bethel Church 1. Men's Chorus; 2. violin solo, "Seene Jones," 3. inst. trio, "Oberon" (Van Webber), Elam Trio, Thomas Elam, cell; Ralpa Jones, 4. violin numbers (a) Cradle Song (C. C. White), (b) Orientale (Cul), White, tenor solo, "Who Knows" White, tenor solo, "Who Knows" (Ball), Karl Perry; 6. violin solo, "Liebesfreud" (Kreisler), Clarence C. Mrs. Alberta Grubbs, accompanist. The first and fifth numbers were not met with response. SPIRITUALIST CHURCHES. At Madame Meadow's will open her door at 8:30, until 10:30, at 514 Fluor street. MALE CHORUS TO GIVE RECITAL. "A Night With the Male Chorus" will be given at Bethel A. M. E. church or at the Sharp School. The program will consist of glee, part song and sacred music. Directors of fifty voices up to a high state of musical efficiency, and all lovers of music should show their apperception. The present. No admission will be charged. THE WHISTERS OPEN THE SEAS SON—EAST END CARRIED OFF THE HONORS. The West End and East End Whist Clubs opened their second season last year. The West End and East End G. Simmons, 1228 East Sixteenth street The players from the West End were Messrs. Harvey Kennedy, Sam Bennett Joe Baughman and Elwood C. Knox The East End players were Messrs. Wilson, Edward Scott, Ben Broyles and William Reed. The East End players carried off the honors. Score, 200 to Y. M. C. A. NOTES. According to present indications on next Monday night when the members have been added to the Association membership sufficient numbers to put the Indianapolis Colored Branch in the front rank of the league, and of $240 in both the men's and boy's rates and the easy terms of payment of dole fees, they may pay for men has been very attractive and many men have taken advantage of them. Boys are permitted to dole fees of $100. The entire membership and their friends are invited to the building Monday evening, when a great meeting celebrating the successful campaign Last Tuesday evening the employees of Kingan & Co. were the guests of the association. Headed by the Y. M. and the group were the group of the building from the packing house to the building, where they were greeted by the Committee of Management. After an address of welcome by Chairman Geo. L. Knox, they were ushered into the gym, and the group was paraglomerated on marching, callsthenics, boxing, singing, weight lifting, basket-ball and a relay race was rendered. The crowning event of the evening was the "tug-of-wheeler" report in the building, backing company. The "pull" was won by the team representing the beef department. The men were also addressed by Mr. John King and Secretary Thos. E. Taylor. The school boys gymnasium class four teams of nine boys each were organized on Monday to compete in a basket-ball league. The schedule of 20 games will be played beginning of Monday evening, the group of 30 members of the public is invited to attend free of charge. A similar league in indoor baseball, four teams of 12 players each was organized in the junior division of the basketball team. The team was called to the C. Head, browns, C. Bybee, reds, A. Artis, grays, A. Bryant, blues. The baseball captains and team names are E. A. Shores, All Stars, Wm. Rhodes, A. E. C. J. Long, Red Sox, Henry Fields, R. W. Star, The business men's afternoon class was organizing a volley ball league. The league will be Frank Brown, "Babe" Herron, Ben Holliman, Ralph Cobb, Irvin Puggsley, Foster Meadows, A. Patton, Finis Wilson, A. Wilson, Ben Wynn. The Association opens the basketball season December 10th, when it journeys to Springfield, Ohio, to meet the crack five representing the Colored boys. The membership continues to grow in the boys' department, and the 200 mark will soon be passed. The classes and educational classes are increasing in each session. The automobile school has now an enrollment of 15. Clarence "Aameron White," the noted volleyball player in the building while filling an engagement in the city. A. MADAM L. HUNTER Madame Hunter has spent six years in the study of the scalp, and is interesting all women who would like to have beauty training in a wonderful preparation known as the Superior Hair Feed It removes dandruff, stops falling hair and itching scalp, keeps the scalp in a healthy condition; grows the hair and keeps it straight. Treatments by Mail Madame Hunter will give you treatments by mail. Write her a personal history of your health how short and stubborn. She will also change your treatments, if necessary, as scalp vary in condition, same as the human system. Write her today. Agents wait for Hair Food...500 Mme. Hunter's Superior Hair Tonic...500 Mme. Hunter's Superior Scalp Cleaner...250 Mme. Hunter's Superior Temple Grow- er. All preparations manufactured by Madane L. Hunter. Agents wanted. Write Madam L. Hunter, 754 Center street. Phone 5092. Indiangroup, Ind. KENTUCKY'S BLUE GRASS CAPI TAL. Republic Mock Government at Russell High School—Revivals at the Churches—New Geg Program—Editor Tolbert Entertained. By Hardin Tolbert, at People's Phar macy, 118 N. Broadway, Lexington, Ky. Supervisor W. H. Fouse and his corps of assists in the administration in student gov- THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER The city of Lexington is being blessed with three churches holding revivals at the same time, and in the heat of the summer, with the Rev. T. W. H. Gibson is holding a revival at the Consolidated Baptist Church in dam's Creek, and in the institution in the Pleasant Green Baptist Church; Rev. Robert Mitchell is holding a revival at the First Baptist Church in the city, and in the institution had the largest number of pupils at present in the history of its institution had the largest number of merous demands for graduates as soon as they had completed their course. The three churches offer States Exposition. He said that this incorporated body would give the people of three states a great treat of enterprise when they meet in Louisville, with all the Afro-American best talents. Col. R. C. Simmons in Kentucky's Journalistic Field. The coming of Col. R. C. Simmons into Kentucky's Journalistic field, who was former correspondent on the New York Times, and then to Tenn., Sun. Col. Simmons is at the throttle of the Louisville News. This versatile young literary scholar means a great deal to the Negro press, as well as to the white thrice welcome him into our midst. New Gem Program. 415 W. Main St. Friday, December 14, Thanhouster; Mad Maid of the Forest, two-reel Bison; When Empty Hearts Are Filled, one-reel Bison; When Empty Hearts Are Filled, one-reel joker; Saturday, Oct. 30—Bound on the Wheel, three-reel Rex; The Man From Nowhere, two-reel Rex; The Man From Nowhere, two-reel Rex in "Special," Sunday, Oct. 31—Earl of Pawtucket, five-reel Broadway Star Feature; Scientific Mother, one-reel Editor Tolbert Entertained by Mr. and Mrs. Garth. Mr. and Mrs. Lulu Garth was the hostess of Editor Hardin Tolbert, of the University of Chicago, and the city in their cozy residence on Sixth. We enjoyed the hospitable service as well as the company of the newly-wed couple. Garth is a bucher by trade, and his demonstrates for its self progress. Mr. E. O. Coleman, piano player in Chicago, is a visitor to the city. Mr. Coleman has been traveling through the east. He is the author of that Turkey Trot Tandlerizing Lizard Miss Fannie Lee Gibson, former college girl was sentenced to the reformatory school at Frankfurt for killing another woman. CHAMPIGN ILL (By Z. L. Breedlove, Phone Bell 1996.) Z. L. Breedlove, the former representative of the Freeman, has returned to Champaign, after holding a position as ticket taker at the Emanuel School at the Coliseum, Chicago, from August 22 to September 16. After the dissatisfaction went on an extended trip through Illinois, Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and North Dakota. I wish to take this means to thank each and all who supported me at O'clock a.m. on "The Shield," the fourth of a series of six sermons on "Armur." At 7:30 p.m. the Master's Call on the Russian Club will give a hay ride. It will hold its weekly meeting at the church, the Woman's Call, the Temperance University, the Champaign set at the Salem Baptist church at 3 o'clock Sunday afternoon. A program was rendered by Women's Union women, organized. The following officers were elected: President, Mrs. H. J. Wells; vice-presidents, Mrs. H. J. Williams, the church, and Mrs. Jennie Chaners, of the Salem Baptist church; treasurer, Mrs. Anna Watson; correspondent, the recording secretary, Mrs. Edmunds. Breeedove's Consolidated News is now located at 314 Tate street. An abscess on his back resulted in the death of a worker, a young laborer, at 407 East Tremont street, at 10 o'clock Monday night. He was 21 years of age. The remains were taken to the Krusen unrestaking parish office. No arrangements have been made for the funeral on account of waiting for word from the deceased's mother, who lives at St. Joseph, Ark. But the remains may be taken to that place for burial. Rev. R. B. Alexander was in Loda Sunday. Rev. R. B. Breedlove is practicing medicine at McKary Medical College, Nashville, Tennessee. Clarence Cameron White gave a visit Friday October 22. The program was as follows: Instrumental, Miss Kate Foote; Piano, Miss Ruth Arnett; reading, Miss Ruth Arnett; group selection for violin, Mr. White; reading, Miss Woods; solo, Miss Steven R. Ross; piano, Mr. R. Ross, Mr. White's music was very much appreciated by the audience. Rev. Dora R. Baker (white), who died in Champaign October 2, willed Mrs. Emma Overton $1,500. The Kappa Alpha团 had an open room at 8 o'clock at their new home. 1412 University avenue, Urbana. They have an eleventh room apartment, every room with a Refreshment room, every served to every who inspected their new home. The Beacon Light Club, recently organized, has leased the lower floor of the building, with a line of cigars, tobacco, tops, chewing gum and refreshments. The Law Enforcement League meets at the store, grocery store every Tuesday evening. EARLINGTON, KY., NEWS. On October 25 this city is to have a conservatory for the colored people. The old Baptist church building is being repaired for that purpose. This is being done under the management of Rev. R. L. Scott the new pastor of the Episcopal Church at the matriarch of the S. A. in this city, which is being held each Sunday afternoon at his church. -- Rev. J. R. Evans, of the Episcopal Church at the city was at Mt. Zion Baptist church on Tuesday night, October 19th. He addressed the members and friends. -- The Episcopal Church at the Academy, was in Madisonville Sunday, October 17th. -- Mrs. Georgia Wilson, of Terre Haute, Ind., died Sunday, October 21st at the new cemetery near Barnsley. Her funeral was held at the home of her sister, Jamie Dixon, hy Rev. R. L. Scott, of the church. -- The members and friends of the C. M. E. church gave the pastor, the Rev. R. L. Scott, of the Wednesday night. Mr. Otley Talley and Miss Nellie Wynn were married last Saturday evening at the Hecla Episcopal Church at the accomplished Afro-American's. -- Why not read a paper that will keep you posted on the business they are en-joying, the sports you are news. Suppose you want to read the Freeman. It will keep you posted on business they are en-joying, the sports you are news. Suppose you want to read the Freeman. It will buy it from W. M. Sisk. CREAM CITY NEWS. Special to The Freeman Special to The Freeman: The sadest of all sadness spread over all Milwaukee's colored population when they heard the news of the death of Mr. Albert Waukee, the waukee's oldest colored citizens, and was loved by all. Uncle Al, as he was known, had been sick for a long time, and he was the last couple of week, when he began sinking fast, till the end end came, sixty-fourth year and had resided in this city for a number of years. Mr. and Mrs. Smith accommodated a large number of the members of the A. M. Waukee Funeral Service. The funeral was one long to be remembered, and Rev. Woods, pastor of St. Paul's Church, funeral services Sunday. He held malice toward none and charity for all. Uncle Al had been in the employment of the A. M. Waukee Hall, and a number of the club members were at the funeral. The church was crowded, and from the amount of money that must be given well thought of must be the deceased leaves a widow and an adopted daughter to mourn their loss. A song was sung by Miss Gladys Sellers and speeched by the Weaver Trio was rendered. Church Plans For Evangelistic Services. The annual reception and dinner for the church members was held Tuesday night in the lecture room. Work for the coming year was outlined and an evangelistic campaign to last forty days, beginning Wednesday, June 16. The meeting of Mt. Bayou, Miss, addressed the meeting. J. John Mitchell, a very reputable young man from Pooria, Ill, arrived in the city last week, planning to open a church and has a very good idea for business. He is stopping at 523 Cherry street. Mrs. Peal Mopin, is in the city and has a very good idea for business. She is residing at 424 Cedar street. She is residing at 424 Cedar street. One of the race's oldest eccentric communities, she is the city to open at the Empire Theater, a popular South Side play house. NOBLE CHARACTERS OF NEW ORLEANS. (By Williams' Distributing Agency, 909 Howard Aye.) Rev. R. M. R. Nelson is preparing for his first exodus to Havana, where he conducts personal guiding services to visitors. The Sons and Daughters of Benjaminட்டிய is the first street of Mrs. E. M. Church will give a grand female minstrel in the annex of the church, on November 13th. Mrs. Eliza B. Steele, president - Mr. Calvary C. M. E. Church gave a good report of the recent fall. Dr. W. W. Wilson pastor. Miss Mattie Wilson, age 23, daughter of Mrs. Fanny Willson, 429 Howard street, died on the 19th. June 1941 at Zool. Baptist church. Mr. Eliza R. R. of 917 Dulia Street is very indisposed of this writing. Mr. Percy Davis, of 4710 Camp street, is doing excellent business with the Freeman. Mr. Charles East, of 1943, in Woods, La. Mr. Dudley Smith, Zona, La. Mr. Marshall, Broomfield, of Zona, La. Mr. J. H. Marshall, of Jackson, Tenn. Mr. W. B. Smith, of Meridian, S. and Mr. Freeze, of Meridian, S., and Mr. The Apt. in Chicago Hotel. La. Master Harold Robinson, of 7119 Oak Street, is destined to be a successful man, by reason of his business. The White Colony of the agency. Report your news items to 909. Howard's revenue, for publication on Saturday or Monday. Miss Planting Agency. Master Willmer F. Branch, of 612 General Taylor Street, is doing fine with the YOUNGSTOWN. O. Special to The Freeman. The Du Pree Club will give a Halloween'en party in Connelly's Hall Monday evening, November 11. Mrs. Du Pree, Mrs. Wise were, Mrs. Detroit last week. A number of Sharon folks were in the city last week. Mrs. Wise and Mrs. Men's Club was represented by sixteen at the joint meeting in Niles. Ohio of men's club of the diocese of Niles. Mrs. Men's Club present at the meeting. -- Mr. and MGeo. Holmes left Monday for Sandusky, after two weeks. Mrs. Men's Club present at the meeting. -- Miss Anna Mason is the guest of friends and relatives in Toledo. Wm. Rutledge, a friend of Miss Anna Mason, Federal street, by adding more room to his pool room and a new dining room. -- Miss Black. At dinner a number of friends Sunday in honor of Fielding Flint of Lynchburg, Va. -- The Optimistic Scaffold Monday evening in the Excelsior parlor. — Henry Johnson, of No. 10 Junior Court, is able to set up, after a fight, the Lodge of Elks No. 73 will meet in regular session Thursday, October 4th. All members are urged to be present. — J. H. Bohson, G. M. Fagan were in Farrell Sunday. News of the Nation's Metroplis News of the Nation's Metroplis (Concluded from Page One) young men who aspire to an eminent career in the profession. Dr. Adams has done much for the race, and has shown his big-heartedness in older men and women of the race every new year, and presenting them with the most prominent men in this city. He is one of the vestrymen at St. Philips P. E. church, and is a distinct credit to the Some More Beauty Your correspondent in his rounds learns that more women of the race who are making pronounced success as hairdressers and beauty culturists. Your correspondent is also a view to getting a line on this profession as an economic outlet for the women of the race. Judging from the success the race has had this day, your correspondent finds that it is offering a fine field for economic success. Last week your correspondent called on the hairdressers to help curing hair, fanning and scaling hair. She has an attractive and inviting office, and seems to be successful in this line. Mrs. Allen's principal business is the hairdresser she is in the front rank of this profession. As a milliner she designs and makes hats for the leading women of the race. Her office is at 98 Bank street, N. J. Mrs. Allen is assisted in her work by Mrs. Lydia Millington. She was born in Dingston, D. W. E. Boie, at 155 West 131st street. Mrs. Boie also uses the Walker system, and has been in business for eight years. She does every branch of the work, and is succeeding well. Mrs. Booie is well known in church circles of this city, and she is a member of Mother Zion A. M. E. church. These two women are making good in their work. Dr. Bishop's Talk on Ideals Rev. Hutchin Bishop, for many years the pastor of the St. Philips' P. E. church, delivered an uplifting address last Sunday afternoon before Mark's murder. He referred to the literary cites of this city. Dr. Bishop urged the young people not to drift from high ideals, but to look upon the essentials of life. He said the sordid commercial things of life. Dr. Bishop said in part: "The world is away, a way to gross materialism and it is necessary that the sordid world is placing a larger view upon money. The newspapers are full of it, and the atmosphere is charged with this greed materialism." He said: "We must remember that there are some things in life that are so worth while until there is nothing that can be saved. We must remember that some things that are perishable and can be lost." The address was one of the most elevating heard before the Nettie Rosch had charged of the program, and before the address there were several solos and recitals. BUSINESS LOCALS. Woodbine Perfume. Oh, how fragrant, exquisite, enchanting, bawitching. On line only. Owner: The genuine Carter's Rheumatic Remedy sent by mall on receipt of price, 50 cents (stamps). Has cured rheumatism. Add to Biodan. driguex, Indianapolis, Ind. HUSBAND WANTED By young Christian widow, a Christian gentleman, must be sober, with fine disposition, age 38 to 50. Address Widow E. Y., care of Freeman. SOMETHING FOR THE LADIES. Mr. William Lancaster is now man- room at 323-41 Indiana avenue, and announces that on every Friday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the cafe will receive a beautiful souvenir. MATRIMONIAL AGENCY. Marry! Mary! Respectable colored money, but write at once. Don't send money, but write at once. A True Christian, Inteligent Wife Wanted. To some sweet-tempered widow I will furnish railroad fare. Mk. Measured in descent, dark-brown skin, with dark curly hair and eyes. Age 35, height 5 feet, 2 inches. Have a good position. If you are sick, in trouble, or having misfortunes, write, inclosing 25 books of book of rare Hindeo secrets. Prent W. Wester, Box 131, Montgomery, Ala. MEMPHIS, TENN. Ladles and Gettenme: Dr. Saddie F. Porter is anxious to hear from all sufferers of cancer who write now. She has cured thousand and can cure you. She is now offering her services for male and female, Lemoleme, the great magic blood and nerve tonic, a pure vegetable preparation, also a perfume for the Pure Food Law, 1906. Prepared solely by Dr. Saddie F. Porter, office of the Pure Food Law, 1906. 363 Beale Ave, Memphis, Tenn. COMMERCIAL ARTIST. If you need anything in pen drawing, such as advertising drawings or designer designs, large photos, in fact any kind of pen work, why not write me for prices on your needs. I will give you satisfaction card and hand written calling cards for only 15 cents. I know they will please you. Kansas City, Mia. 320 Washington street. Kansas City, Mia. MATRIMONIAL AGENCY. Marry. Hundreds respectable colored people anxious to marry. Send description, $1.00; ladies, $50. Write description, $49; ladies, $43 Earl Ave. Youngstown, Ohio. LOST RELATIVE. Henry Smith, Box 14, Midland, Ark. is trying to find his brother. He was born in Augusta, Ga. Age, about 40. His name is Jerry Ga. He helps him help this gentleman find his brother the Freeman will thank them. Jerry Smith has two sisters, Lizzie and Bethavia. NOTICE! Wanted to buy twenty-two seconds-hand street parade coats and hats for minstrel show. O. M. Moore, Box 387 Earlston, Ky. 100 Per Cent. Quality 100 Per Cent. Quality s incorporated in every article of jewelry we sell. Think of our reputation, then bear in mind we guarantee every purchase. A great responsibility lies in the purchasing of a diamond or a precious stone, but if you buy from the responsibility is entirely eliminated. Our word for it insures you against imitation. J.P.MULLALLY DIAMOND IMPORTER 28 Monument Place. 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A friend recommended Thin-lip Creamoline and one box reduced the lips and mouth. No! There isn't a happier woman anywhere. It will do the same for you. Price $1.00 prepaid in plain package by return mail. Mackinaw Specialty Company Mackinaw City, Michigan. NOTICE TO MEN! Wants to correspond with a man matrimonially inclined. I am a woman of every good disposition. 5 feet 2 inches tall, 125 pounds. Age 24. Light brown skin and a good Christian. Will meet a man dark brown, weight 160. Must be a good Christian. Must be quiet and loving and must be 40 and not over 60 years old. Address A. M. W. general delivery, Cleveland, O. Prospect 318 New Phone 9161 THE QUALITY LAUNDRY Somerville Laundry Co. Nos. 460-464 Virginia Avenue INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA SANTAL CAPSULS MIDY These tiny CAPSULS are superior to Palm of Cocina, Cubes or Injections, and RELEIVES in MIDY 24 HOURS the same diseases without inconvenience. Hold by all druppies. --- --- Coal Co. 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