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During the Month of January The Freeman wil be sent to any address in U. S. one year for $1.00. THE FREEMAN A NATIONAL ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER AT NATION'S METROPOLIS MAYOR MITCHELL PRAISES WASHINGTON, LAUDING WORK OF GREAT EDUCATOR AS EXALTED STATEGRAET SENDS MESSAGE TO RACE IN LETTER African Redemption Society Holds Annual Musicale at Home of Bishop Walters with Brilliant Assemblage Present—Young Lawyer Making Good—Bishop Walters Confers with Pres. Wilson about Haitian Affairs. 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. VOLUME XXIX. NUMBER 3 AT NATION'S MAYOR MITCHELL PRAISES OF GREAT EDUCATOR A SENDS MESSAGE T African Redemption Society Holds Annual Brilliant Assemblage Present—Y Walters Confers with Pres. Aller's National News Bureau. 321 West 59th Street. New York, N. Y., January 10, 1916. The death of Doctor Booker T. Washington has called forth expressions from some of the most eminent men of the nation, and from some of the most distinguished life, like Theodore osevely, governor C. S. Whitman, William J. Schiefferlein, Oswald G. Villard, William Wilecx and Bishop William L. Cohen in their praise of the worth and character of the great segro leader. Perhaps the most remarkable tribute to Mr. Washington is this note of his nation praising Booker T. Washington is the tribute that has come from Mayor John Pursuex, the chief counsel to Cleveland G. Allen calls Booker Washington a distinguished leader of a great race and a statesman of whom the country might be proud. When your correspondent wrote the mayor asking him for some expression from the nation, the eminent educator, to read at a memorial meeting held in honor of the educator, New York's generous mayor wrote to his own personal signature. The letter is a remarkable document and for the benefit of the race throughout the nation your correspondent is invited to Mr. Allen. I have your letter of the 18th instant, and very heartily respond to your request that send you, from the nation, a letter of appreciation of the people of this city of the life and work of Doctor Booker T. Washington. "Doctor Washington was not only a statesman, but a man of the people of the country, who was in the best sense of the word a statesman; and the part he has taken in the solution of the problems with which the people of the country have had to deal, will place his achievements high in the long record of America." "Doctor Washington so often appealed to the people of New York for aid in his work, and received so generously, that he recognized the importance to all of his great work and mission in the South, that he seems to belong almost as much to New York as to Washington, as a birth or to the State of his adoption. Our people, therefore, view his loss as a loss personal to themselves, and it is altogether fitting that his memorial be honored here at a meeting such as this. "Very truly yours. This letter from the head of the great American city of New York informs the committee of friends of Doctor Washington throughout the country. It should be read by the President upon those shoulders has fallen the burden of carrying on the work. Aprican Redemption Society Gives Annual Musclec The African Redemption Society, of which Mrs. Lella Walters is president, and an organization made up of bearded men, gathered their energies to the cause of the uplift of Dark Continent, Africa, gave their annual musicale last Friday, and brought the musicale to Alexander Walters. The event was one of the most notable in the history of this unique organization, and brings either the most cultured and refined of the men and women who live in the metropolis. The residence of Bishop Walters was a study of the culture of the rainforest, the rainforest itself, and the atmosphere was one of inspiration. Mrs. Walters, the talented wife of the Zion leader, was an agreeable hostess and the brilliant assemblage come. After a brief address by Mrs. Walters, an organization of the year, she presented Mrs. Elizabeth Howard Loguen, musical directress of the organization, who presided over the musical program of the evening. The program was a study of Eighteenth Century music, and the music of the song in song and instrumental selection, all well known musical folks of this city. The program opened with a historic sketch of Eighteenth Century music by Mrs. Walters. The sketch grave a fine and discriminating sense of the music of the period, the program acquired with a overture by Mine A. Johnson and Mine Pierce; solo, "Drink to Me Only With Pierce"; solo, "Drink to Me Only With Pierce"; solo, "Made a Mural of Music Carl Boxill; duet selected, Mmes J. Berry and A. Harper; solo, "Holy From Hayday and Yoland by William L. Offord; solo, "Old English J. Rosamond Johnson, accompanied by Mime from Yoland by William L. Offord; solo, "O Thou that Telelich Good Tidings to Zion." Mrs. Dainy Taples; solo, "Das Vieschen, Tandam and Elizabeth Loguen, accompanied by prof. Mones of Holland, and a phono film of Jamie Prince." The decorative large Liberian flag which at the time floated over the active mansion at Monrovia, Liberia. At the conclusion of the program Bishop Walters made an address in which urged the organization to become the unplift of Africa. He suggested that organization direct its energy to Liberia where the problem is acute and grave. He said that the organization do no finer thing than to establish an industrial school at Mt. Coffee, on the St. Paul, where 1,500 acres of land need developing. This work was done by Prof. Mones of Hallaan also spoke and said that he was impressed with the work of the organization. He got a award for the work of negro life from the marked degree of culture exhibited by the audience. Dr. Haymond Cabeche, a noted Haitian author, told me that he brought greetings from his native land. At the conclusion of the addresses Bishop Walters asked for the annual subscription that amounted to one hundred dollars, realized with many pledges to be paid later. The organization last year turned out a book about church about 750 for work in Africa. The annual musicale of this society is the work of the church in the life of the race in this city and more so each year, the annual mecca of a cultured and devoted group of women, who are using their nine gifts to help off the race. A ciliation was served. A Young Lawyer Making Good. The annual musicale of this society who will in time rise to a high place in the profession, is Charles G. Snead of Snead & Wheaton at 19 West 155th. Mr. Snead has been successful since his admission to the bar, and as a young lawyer has made a record that he will be admired by envy. He was born in Augusta, Ga., and was educated in the public schools of that city and Haines Normal Institute, from which he graduated in 1902. He took his law course at Columbia University, from which he graduated in 1902. He was admitted to the bar the same year. Mr. Snead is prominent in lodge circles, being well known as an Elk and Odd Fellow. For some time he was a writer for the Amsterdam News. Bishop Walters Holds Conference With President Wilson. E.K. JONES OF NATIONAL LEAGUE ON URBAN CONDITIONS AMONG NEGROES COMING TO INDI- ANAPOLIS. E. K. Jones, Associate Director of the NATIONAL League, on urban conditions in New York City will spend January 17th and 18th in Indianapolis, making observation of the organizations that work for the colored people of the city. Mr. Jones plans to present a plan of cooperation with the view of forming a permanent association to work along community lines, which are not now being covered by the National policy of the league as emphasized by Mr. Jones on his last visit to Indianapolis, namely: "The League does cover by other organizations, but is seeking to get those organizations which are committed to people to consider Negroes carrying out their programs of work." The annual report of the National URGENCY RECORDS the work that has been done in the ten cities which have organizations affiliated with the New York headquarter. Among the activities that the League has carried on during the past fiscal year are training of two students to consider Negroes carrying out their programs of work. The training of two students in Columbia University and the New York School of Philanthropy, a social science course offered by George H. Haynes, the director of the League; the development of social service training in co-operation with the training of two students in the education of skilled and unskilled laborers and the fostering of organizations for the purpose of increasing the compensation bureau where 1,557 applicants (35% of whom secured employment), were registered; work with wayfinding and intergrated children from the schools; a bureauural through which sanitary conditions and conditions were remedied; the running of a boys' camp at Verona, N. J., which during the past two years also moderated the work of the National policy and operating a convalescent INDIANAPOLIS, IND., SATURDAY, JANUARY 15, 1916. Rc. Pukner BEAUTY GIRL. NO.2 Daisy. THE SWEETEST GIRL IN THE WORLD home for female patients at North White Plains, N. Y. During the past fiscal year the League has hired 1,141 in Philadelphia and 673 in Norfolk. The New York cases involved employment work travelers and improvement work travelers and measures and fresh air and recreational opportunities. the New York Evening Post, one of the best dalles of the country, speaking editorially in its issue of the 29th of December, makes the following comment regarding the account of the case: "In a very readable report of forty-eight pages, the latest Bulletin of the National League on Urban Conditions among Negroes could hardly be improved upon. it is brisk, orderly, optimistic. The variability in the league account in a way to impart knowledge without wearying the header; financial needs are stated; plans for the coming year are made; and a very good way. It is, in short, a very good of what such publications ought to be." JONES FACTION WINS IN COURT Decision in Chicago Rendered This Week Sustained Contents of E. P. Jones and Followers, Making Them the National Baptist Convention—Decision by Judge Smith. Special to THE FREEMAN. CHICAGO, Jan. 10—A decision rendered in the courts of Chicago today by Judge Smith sustained the demurrier Attorney Wm. Harris Farmer of this city, Wm. Harris Farmer of Oklahoma City, recognizing the National Baptist Convention, of which E. P. Jones, of Vicksburg, Miss, was elected president of Oklahoma City, recognized that during the month of September last year the Baptists held a convention in this city and divided into seven men. A majority of one hundred and fifty or more votes in the convention showed that the strength convention was against the charter, convention was against the charter, followers left the chair and the con- Re. Burkner BEAUTY GIRL. NO.2 DALSY. THE SWEETEST G The Plaza. Theatre runs first class pictures every night. Mr. L. Miller is manager. BLUE GRASS CAPITAL. Governor Stanley Successful—Dr. J. K. Polk Elected a Member of the Board of Health—Local K. of P. Lodges Likely to Be Turned Out of the Grand Lodge—Side Light On the Negro Exposition. (By Hardin Tolbert.) Governor A. O. Stanley is starting his regime in the right direction for success; to himself and the State Chief Executive, he must quietly to the "extra help" movement which has in former years during the Legislature cost the taxpayers $200 per day for sixty years. He must also message to the Legislature that those who ask for appropriations must suggest some way of raising the money they ask for, and that the campaign has been uncovered; this money that was drawn from State treasury was for a good cause, but there was no money to draw from the State treasure. With a surprise to many, he is favorable to the temperance cause, and will use his State treasure to draw from the State treasure. With a surprise to many, he is favorable to the temperance cause, and will use his State treasure to draw from the State treasure. He has had twelve years' experience in the United States Congress, and he knows the "in's and out's," he can tell us, and his message will make the greatest Chief Executive the State has ever had. Dr. J. K. Polk Elected to the Board of Council of the State of New York. That, Ever Received. This Honor. Not pre-election promises! Giving the people a square deal after elected. This is a good thing. Not pre-election of Mayor C. R. Rogers and the present Board of Commissioners. Dr. J. K. Polk, a graduate of Roger Williams College, and Dr. J. K. Medical College at Washington, D. C. and late from the Freedom Hospital at Washington, D.C., and the Colored member of that body of physicians. He has been being a member of the Colored doctor elected as a member of the Board of Health. Dr. N. J. Ridley was appointed a city physician during the war, but was not a member of the Board Health. Dr. J. K. Polk has not been proc GIRL IN THE WORLD ticing in this city for two years until April. He received the preference over all of his former opponents, who tipped for this position from all of his source. He was alleged to have been backed by the City Medical Association and was tipped for the title of critic. The last mayoralty race left among the intelligent and assuming ignorant class of leaders. Dr. Gill's public career was his success. He said at a banquet: "I was for Mr. M. Kins because all the intelligent prominent Negroes was for him, and I have no interest in him." He backed by the leaders of successful winner in the mayoralty race, in the person of Messrs. J. C. Jackson, George Clay, John Smith, and John T. Clay, John Smith, C. J. Jackson, R. T. Curd, and Eliza C. Lewis. Local K. of P. Lodges Likely to Have Land K. of P. Lodges in the the State rGand Lodge. There seems to be a considerable amount of dissatisfaction among Pythianism in Kentucky, and it is not surprising that law compelling every member to pay five dollars to finish the $125,000 Pythian Temple at Louisville, which was alleged to be built with out fire escapes. Blue Grass law, in Kentucky, will stand a law suit rather than to pay five dollars per member, but even then lewd alleged to not have been represented will be the State meeting. Not a contractor in all Pythianism was a member of the com-mittee, but these blue prints were correctly adjusted. The attorney will be adjusted in the Grand Lodge instead of being carried out in the courts. Booker T. Washington Funeral Moves at the University of Washington and tudents Attend Legacy. The late Booker T. Washington funeral movies were shown at the Gem Theater. Saturday to a crowded house. The city teachers and students came out and all of them very sad over the demise of the mighty Mighty. A great drawing card. The glimpses of graduates were inspiring to many students who were there to attend this wonderful institution. Side Light on the Negro Exposition if Bill Passez the legislature in New York There will be a bill before the Kentucky Legislature asking for an appropriation of $10 million over the years of progress of Negroes in three States. Editor Phil H. Brown, of the University of Kentucky, and Mr. of the Publicity Bureau, and he has selected his helpmate in the person of Mr. Carry B. Lewis, of Chicago. Many lawyers, educators, business men are against it, and many are for it. Some think it is the South's way of dealing with the Star, semi-weekly, of this city, was the only Negro paper in the State that supported the present administration when things were cloudy. Personal and Social Calendar of the City. Mr. J. V. Johnson left for Hazard after a few days' visit in the city. Miss Christine Bryant, an attractive young lady at the Kentucky's Capital, accompanied by Mr. Allen Brown, accompanied by Mr. Allen Brown, Mrs. Ben Sanders, of Georgetown, was in the guest of Col and Mrs. T. Clay. Miss Ninner Haggins will give a swallow on January 14, at the U. B. F. Hall. Mrs. J. K. Polk, the wife of Dr. Polk, spent a few days in Versailles with her mother, Mrs. A. Grand master of the K. P.'s. A. L. Garvin, of Harrodsburg, was in the city and the guest of Prof. J. B. Cohen. Mrs. George P. Craig, the wife of Dr. Craig, proprietor of the Craig Hurry Up Store. Mrs. Nancy Shelby is able to be up again after a few weeks' illness. Mr. and Mrs. Keever parrish, of Holliday, for a few days. They were at the home of Prof. and Mrs. W. H. Fouse. Mrs. and women meet at 349 Dewes street, at the home of Mrs. Mattle-Moppins. You are welcome. Allen, the wife of Dr. Allen, has been very ill. Mr. Richard McPheters has been on the sick list. Miss Rosanna Tyler, a young school girl, died at a youthful age, in her teens. She was a Christian girl and had a host of Friends. H. Hill, pastor of Liberty Baptist Church, with forty members will be given a sketch in next weeks' issue. RALPH TYLER GENERAL AGENT FOR AUTHENTIC STORY OF THE LIFE OF BOOKER T. WASHINGTON. Special to THE FREEMAN COLUMBUS, O.-The publishers of the memorial edition of Dr. Booker T. Stork, the late Dr. Ralph W. Tyler, former auditor for the Navy, general agent for the book, to appoint local agents in various offices, to try and to assume charge and responsibility for their work. This work is written by Dr. Washington himself, and written in addition, contains 64-page supplementary material in the history of the late Dr. Washington's life that has the approval of Mrs. Washington and of Emmett J. Scott, during seven years was the Doctor's secretary. Mr. Tyler has already established an office at Columbus, where he is appointing agents in various cities and towns throughout the country. The book, with touching stories and gripping glores of the author, and covers his whole life from birth to the time of his death. The book is selling rapidly, and the author sends $10 to $25 per day handling it. CHAMPAIGN, ILL. (By Z. L. Breedlove. Phone Bell 1659) Special to THE FREEMAN. Dr. Perry, of Helena, Ark. Supreme Supervisor of Friends of the World, adjoins Mrs. Uriah Moreland, of New York Church Monday evening, at which time a Royal Circle of Friends of the World was organized. She two-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Uriah Moreland, 1204 West Eads street, died at 22:45 on Monday caused from pneumonia. The funeral was held on Tuesday afternoon from the Urhana Free Bap Chapel, where a memorial charge. Burial was made in Mt. Hope Cemetery. Laurie is now visiting her mother, Mrs. Bessie McKenzie, in Dolling, Georgia. Mr. James Clemons spent Christmas in St. Louis visiting Mr. Lewis Cloyd. Mr. Bole Jackson, formerly in the bar-bear business in Decatur, at 222 East Albert, Fills, 2-A Taylor street. Mrs. C. B. Crushman, of St. Louis, Mo. Johnson, at 404 East Tremont street. The trouble with most-of us is that we are always starting something. We must be "stuck to," and a battle to be won must be fought to the last ditch. There can be no compromise with the enemy, and we must fight with righteousness. Don't get "cold feet" because victory seems far off. Stick to the colors under war, and fight through defeat threats, and fight the enemy to a finish. Don't expect war to be a "pink tea." See Z. Presents all kinds of insurances. See Z. L. Breedlove. Hon. L. Sherman, leading all for the U. S. We call the attention of the Republicans throughout the U. S. to the candidacy of Hon. Sherman, United States, Hilli- being candidate for president, being supported by the leading men of this state and also from western states. Be ye doers and not sayers of the way. Mr. E. B. Roy entertained Mr. N. Dye at a banquet at the restaurant on Oak The Princess Dancing Academy gave its first annual dance were were presented. John- Orchestra furnished the music. The dancing class every Thursday night at the Elk's auditorium. L. B. Brown is in Broadway's Consolidated News is loca- ted at 208 N. Champaign street. PRICE FIVE CENTS. SINGLE COPY—SIX MONTHS, 85c; ONE YEAR, $1.50. NEWS FROM "OLD PADUKE" HAPPENINGS IN BUSY LITTLE BLUE GRASS CITY. DOINGS SOCIAL AND OTHERWISE AMONG THE SMART SET NEW COMMISSIONERS TAKE OFFICE Prof. F. C. Marable Leaves for New Orleans and Miss Mabel Marable Gives Concert of Unusual Merit—Tuck Lowe Moves Business-I. C. Employees Storm Home of the Friendless—R. J. Shannon Gets High Honors. (By J. J. Amos, 1063 North 7th St.) Special to the Freeman. Prof. Fate C. Marable, the noted callipist, after spending several weeks with his family at 512 South 8th street, left January 11 for New Orleans in the spring. Allen Endeavor, League of Burk's chapel, by its president, Miss Mable E. Marable, last Sunday evening presented the congregation with a program which we will present in the future. Miss Marable's first presentation since being elected to this office. Many companies program in part. Violin solo by Master Garnett Bradley. A splendid lecture by Mr. Alfred Mencham, our professor, who taught at the Mamarable rendered a piano solo. Owing to other meetings at the same hour the church was not crowded, but more people attended. And the league next Sunday evening. Mr. Tuck Lowe, who for a number of years was on Washington street, has lately moved in the Odd Fellow's building. He has clean and fresh groceries and a kitchen on the street. In connection with the grocery business is a heat and cleanly-kear bar. The widely-known "mixer" is George W. C. Buford, McNeile McCulley and Wm. spent at Tuck's every day. Messrs. Roscoe Churchill, Steve Buc, W. C. Buford, McNeile McCulley and Wm. spent at Tuck's every day. It was Christmas Day that a large number of the colored homes of the employees enveloped the Home of the Friendless an auto filled with provisions, clothing and money. The children and older folks of the home very much enjoyed the principal of the home. Rev. Fred White, is more than pleased, even till ye. Mr. Ray J. Shannon, district manager here for the National Benefit Association, received as an honorary gift a fine leather folio, which he many The office ranks the eighth in the states. It is reported that Mr. Shannon and his hustling agents wrote up the report, which was published a few weeks. Mr. Shannon having graduated from Lincoln high school, and with the standard reputation he has in the business world, make the national a worthy district manager. If you want insurance just see "Ray" at his office, second floor of Watkins under taking parlors, 7th floor of Bartlett under taking parlors. January the first the transfer boat that was used to convey the I. C. trains across the river from Brookport to Metropolis to the inline on the Kenyan railway is now transferring trains from Metropolis to the inline on the Kenyan railway and Illinois Railroad and over which the Burlington does business in Paducah. This road is only about twelve miles until the Burlington bridge is completed. W. H. Osborn is the name of the transfer boat. It is not that the Burlington Hotel, at 124, Kentucky avenue opened its doors for business January 1st. Mrs. Necle Allen, the executive director, has no difference who you are or where you are coming from, when you step off at aducah and ask how to be Burlington. Mr. George Allen will converse with you freely. Journals received in the city stated that Mr. J. W. Ogester and Miss Mamie J. Ganaway were married at the bride's home, Murphyshore, Tenn. He is well known in the Masonic lodge, K. of P.'s and is heard and honored at every event. He is also assistant superintendent of Burk's chapel A. M. E. church. Miss Mamie J. Ganaway enjoys the school of Lincoln - Migh school, of which she is assistant principal, and the social circle. She is also one leading singers of the Westinghouse choir. After the 14th of December they will receive at their home, 615 Ohio street. The new commissioners, Thos. Hazelp, C. L. Van Meter, George Wallace, L. Washington and Major Earnest on January of the city affairs on January 6. Mrs. Earma Young, after visiting friends and relatives, will come to her home recently. Miss Josie Jackson, of St. Louis, is visiting her sister, Mrs. Earma Young, 708 Caldwell street, who has sojourned in Chicago during the past several months is visiting relatives and friends here. Everybody is glad to see her, and she is often seen throughout the city. More than a few socials have been given for her. Mrs. Crowell leaves soon for dear old Tennessee, but will return back to Chicago before to the Windy City. Another guest to return to "Home sweet home" is Elora Mora. Mrs. Bailey, who is making St. Louis her present home. Parties and entertainments have been given in honor of his Kentucky connection to business Mrs. Bailey had to go back to St. Louis soon, missing other socials that had been planned for her. He is unpublished of Lincoln high school's graduates. The Freeman As an advertising medium is unequaled by any Negro Newspaper, going into the homes of a class of thrifly, money-spending Afro-Americans not reached by any other Journal. Mr. Advertiser, take the hint and try us. Public Library pjan 13 CE FIVE CENTS. MONTHS, 85c; ONE YEAR, $1.50. "OLD PADUKE" THE BLUE GRASS CITY. DOINGS AMONG THE SMART SET MERS TAKE OFFICE ans and Miss Mabel Marable Gives Concert s Business—I. C. Employees Storm J. Shannon Gets High Honors. Miss Saline Talley returned recently from St Louis. She, too, is on the role of graduates of Lincoln. Miss Saline is known for her dramatic readings, which hundreds of concert goers have greatly appreciated. What satisfies Mr. _____ who is em- ployed by the I. C. railroad is an "I. C. pay day" and Miss Saline Talley's presence. Cymbeline No. 19, K. of P. recently elected these officers: W. B. Ma tin, C. C; Thos. Tolbert, V. C. D, K. Aavant, relate; Richard M. Chase, late; Ch. S. Davis, M. of F.; Dr. V. J. Davis, M. of E.; Lee Nailling, M. of A. H. B. Davis, B. C; H. Helm, Trustee; Delegates to Grand Lodge, W. B. Martin and Luke Merrivale; Buford, Thomas Waugh and W. B. Martin, Physician, Dr. Van J. Davis. CHRISTMAS DINNER OF S. F. 25TH INFANTRY. Sporting Editor Freeman- the members of S. F. 25th Infantry, Schoelfold Barracks, H. T. sat down to the following menu Christmas, December 25th: Church Mixed Bibles Celery Olives Mixed Pickles Fresh Lettuce Young Onions Fresh Lettuce Roast Turkey, Stuffed with Oysters Glazed Hair with Curd Jelly Roast Pork with Apple Sauce Canned Corn, French Peas with Cream String Snap Beans Asparagus on Toast Potato Salad Salad Bean and Bread Assorted Pies Assorted Cakes Fresh Bananas Oranges Apples Assorted Candies Nuts Cigars and Refreshments Officers. Capt. Jas. M. Lond Commanding Company 1st Lieutenant, Chas. H. Rich With Company 2nd Lieutenant, Raymond C. Baird With Company Non-Commissioned Officers. Elijah Reynolds 1st Sgt. Chas. W. Owens Q. M. Sgt. Sergeants. James Linsley, Oscar Morgan Byrd Dc. M. Hart John H. Pearson Early Carson Wilbert Moody Corporina. Benjamin H. Mills John Owlesy George H. Buckner Greggingham Marshall Meadows William Thomas Percy T. Knorl Abram L. Fuller Thomas J. Joyner Shelby Allison (asst. cook). MSMORIAL TO DR. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON IN HAWAII. Schofield Barracks, Hawaii. December, 25. 1815. One of the most touching memorials ever to the amusement hall yesterday in memorial to our distinguished leader, Dr. B. T. Washington. Over two decades, the uniforms unfurls attached, besides many civilians. The service was conducted by Chaplain O. W. Scott. The following was the program: Selections _____ By 25th Inf. Band Prayer _____ Chaplain Scott Harmony _____ "Shall We Meet Beyond the River" "Life and Character of Booker T. Washington" "Sgt. Allen" Selections _____ Band "Eulogy on Life of Washington" "W. H. Wilson Solo _____ Mrs. Reynolds Remarks by Fraternal Organizations: corp. B. H. Mill. Lodge No. 50. J. F. M. Schoenfeld. G. U. O. G. F. Sgt. Jones. U. S. W. U. Selections _____ Pvt. Rickman of Mr. Washington's favorite jubilee songs. "Reminiscences of Tuskegee." Pvt. Moses Johnson. "Booker T. Washington as I Knew Him" Chaplain O. J. W. Scott Taps were sounded after the ceremony by Jas. Mason Jas. H. Pratt and F. L. Dawson. SHAWNEE (OKLA.) NEWS. Mr. Claud Readus, of 513 S. Bell street, will return January 14. Ms. Readus, of Denver and also California, where he was visiting relatives during the Christmas holidays, will return January 14 to elaborate reception during the Christmas holidays. Miss Readus will be her husband's niece. Miss Bonnie Winters Mr. Alonzo Cummins, of Lima, Okla, has purchased the Crowder property, and is street from his sister, Mrs. M. B. Lawson. Mr. Adie Parker, of 619 S. Union street, has returned to Chicago, City, for the Christmas holidays with her mother, Mrs. Preston. Rev. W. M. Jones, of Lima, Okla, preached two stirring sermons at White Chapel Baptist Church, Mr. H. Hankelson Dunbar, Calif., school, with Prof. N. J. Calear as principal, is progressing nicely. The Lawson Brothers, John and Matt, have returned from New Mexico, Tex. where they attended the funeral of their mother, Mrs. Winnie Lawson. While on their way home they chanced to meet their old teacher, Prof. N. G. Nelly is a new subscriber for the Freeman. You learn what the Negroes are doing when you read Negro papers. Read The Freeman. Brother Wm. Nunn will preach in a Sunday School Rally Sunday, January 16th, at White Chapel Baptist Church. THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER Gz my ame? 1 rate Bae Ge: ge ie= le) > ez as ge. ete nage Se S) oe oe fer. fe ee aR a é A — 3 =p Ri ete Ble Nd te fae fi ah Att! Naga NaN We es oR : vy ae! Vag \ BA ey Linge ea KE A NN Siem ie | \ We ie yO | hea ey, iii 4 ll Be ik 9 iA a HI {y nA ee ae ey A tie HT iM yee ti Oe Fe Ly pe — ES ee | al hl Fo Negercomp Ye Se): Geicee aa) all eee) aT ens ee ale, ae Ta! aes De a Fo BREN ose We ay i ihe Sta Me eri at te) a TTT get Ne Ci, y K\ op Hiei. NH D isis ! ae ia TEE i en i ve at his plate?” Waitresses (to new girl): “How much did Old Titewods leave at his plate?” i, May, te hia Coat th yar cook | HME fale GEeTeE Iss ciuah stone coinie nd Gee ating Sanne” —Rehse in New York World. ——— his tactfulness, nis prudence, hi = sagaclous conduct, and ‘the magic 0 iis “Dersonaltty. ite "was "able tow! la | Sudicnees' from the most ‘relined wn Culuvated society. Me found ie. por eo ee ee sible to ‘reaeh men who lived: vital inate enten protected fm the 1 ruston of the’ outside world How By Grace Lucas-Thompson. was able to reach them, to win thet And (divert thelr ‘attention ftom th ee business "of money getting, to money Eiving’ is one of the great secrets E. money raised for the relief of the) F'NE!8 gne Of the grent secrets, ARE DERE REN, sufferers in’ Europe, many ‘of ‘whom|exelusive im Wublis® too aewertul's have fost their all asa result of the| the business Weetae ce" Poni! She was a woman, worn and thin, war, respect for him to reach, and when h Whom the world condemned for a ese did reach his man he came away wit ‘single int ; Mine R.A. Webb, a graduate or| hs gbicct of Me quest he Ae oF hi her Sane Her due on he Kings Mah] rbeldent, nat “afuiig encat|egit rf 88 ae wa for Nurses, has been appointed matron| His" sanity and poise won him And passed her by as they went to} Gf" the -gitis at. Lincoln Institute. at| usual distinction. He became the fore pray. Jefferson City, Mo. Miss Webb. was| most man in America, "iis name. wa He was a man, and more to bane, |fOnneriy ead mine at the Butler aan, (2, mooie ithe mou remot But ‘the world spared him a breath of] aMitarlum, Evanston, Ut. mission, ‘and ‘he pursued that missle ‘shame, Every nation hae found detight in] Wi. #, fidelity. Iand “devotion "unex Beneath Mis feet he aaw her Ue, Fe See RNa Gece Ge et? | kml by cey aun or tie ae But ralved his head and passed her by.| 56, “An “article recently told of a| When Dr. Washington came out o mah who has spent years in collecting | Hampton distitute. in Virginia, wher Shey were the people who went tol Fare and curious eaitions of this book | he. Fecelved. his education. ne founde pray End aba result. is Iibraty: nes’ The] tne Tuskeges Normal: ona “ingustes At tne temple of God ona holy day;| and asa result his Ube Institute in Alabama. He soon foun They scorned the woman, forgave the eines {hae what itle “education “the, Nege any : had acquired came from books writte It was ever thus since the world began.| ‘There are just fifteen states in the| pat Scpured came from books writte Union ‘where’ women do not vote for| Moughts: and notions: and: ideals ean Time passed on and the woman aied,| anything: There are eleven full suff-| from the Tame "source, Mand that th On the Gime of Shame atie- was. orucle | 95° tee Hrasident "ony. “there are] mametene. snaceealGe mate ae re Bint the, world wae stern ond would/ twenty one where, tney mare &, panied [inserts | facial aalldarity, | iaeis not wield, ex Ficla:| of eshocl woarae ‘ gether.” Finding the race “weal ‘1 And they buried her in Potter's Fieta,| of 8 ard gether.e” Binding’ the pace" weak ‘al Lawrence Dunbar's mother is] serious ‘task of organizing the Neer The why Tes too, and thes buFlea |iiihctag’ and quite actives” She, te] people tuskesting ruelal, pride ‘a ee v oO appear at an entertainment for|racial union as the foundation upoi na casket of cloth with a silver rim,|to appear at fet | eaeial” union as’ the foundation’ upe And saids an they. turned “trom his eharity in tadianapatiy ind. at whieh] which to bud the. mupersteueta we Hate "vaned an honest may to-| perme of her som "she. wil also read | Dr, Washingcon urged: chat indus We ayes Daried an honest may ‘0-/ Even Malinda Sings.” the poem hav=| tial training, the mastery of the art ay enun rewie Trae ee eee nee, Sinee. the Doe Raye Ee eae eiea the mullalog of women ‘Miss C.J. Collins, teaches music at the Sam’ Huston Coege. Miss Lola Mays has charge of the domestic science department at Con- roe College, Conroe, ‘Texas, Miss Oshea E, Robinson is employed by the Royal Hotel at" Miami,” Fla, ax manicurist and beauty culturist Now that they have traced Negro blood to Mrs. Frank Leslie, what are they going to do about it? What of Iangwayt Mrs. A. A. Fuller is owner and man- ager of the Fuller Flats at Wichita, Kansas, a thoroughly modern and com- fortable stopping place. Mra. Geraldine Withers, Oakland, ts stite organizer of clubs for the state Of Callfernia, and. one of the directors Of the Old People’s Home of that city. Miss Minette Sutturs, a graduate in millinery and manicuring, conducts high-class establishment. at_ Memphis, Tenn, She also makes a specialty of cleaning white furs, Miss Geraldyne Hodges, a graduate of the University of Chicago, has taken charge of the School of Physical Cul- ture and. Expression at Lincoln Insti- tute, Jefferson City, Mo. Miss Leona Richmond ts bookkeeper and stenographer in the N. G, S's Office, and Mrs. F. B. Calhoun is chief Clerk’ ‘ins the” money department of the Mosaic ‘Templars of Little Rock, Atk. aE Mrs. A. M. Tunbo-Pope-Malone and her husband gave $5,000 In the recent St. Loula campaign for the ¥. MC. A. ‘The largest single amounts heretofore given to a cause of this kind were $500 and $1,000. | ‘Through the efforts of Mrs. M. E. Washington, the Indiana Household of Ruth led the country in the amount of BOOKER T. WASHINGTON By PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR ‘The word is writ that he who runs may read. What is the passing breath of earthly fame? But to snatch glory from the hands of blame,— That is to be, to live, to strive A poor Virginia Cabin gave the seed, ‘And from its dark and lowly door there came ‘A peer of princes in the world’s acclaim, ‘A master spirit for the nation’s need. Strong, silent, purposeful beyond his kind, The mark of rugged force on brow and lip, Straight on he goes, nor turns to look behind Where hot the hounds come baying at his hip, With one idea foremost in his mind, Like the keen prow of some on-forging ship. DR. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON. | remarkable git for organizin sere ISnding and for the charm and at By Charles Alexander. power of his personality. When the sad news of the death of Dr, Booker T. Washington flashed over the Associated Press wires on Sunday morning, November 14, 1915, the people Ue the United ‘States experionted a reat shock. "Phis"ian was, born tp obscurity, in poverty, In squaior, in the gloom of a Terrible’ thraildom:” but on, account. of his inherent ‘qualities “of “head. and heart he attained a commanding, post- Hon in'the world and exerted Influence and power felt-in almost every. circle Of human activity. ‘On account of the passing of Dr Booker ‘f. Washington Into the mys- ferlous beyond, a deep grief and ar overshadowing sorrow Still hangs over the people of hig race. By. his ‘un- fallin. and “indefatigable labors, "he Gemonstrated that. the handicap | of Towly birth ‘can not permanently” bai f'man from the ranks of distinguishec Service, honor and preferment. Thad the good fortune for. numbe of years to ‘sustain intimate. personal feiations with this man, and 1 am. well Requainted with the wonderful execu: {Ne Dowers "which he exerted, of hi ig Life and Works of Booker T.Washington Splendidly Mustrated, Large Print PRICE Simple Language rial Edition Menectsueastee = | 0 great leader struggled for. Send Express or ' a Postal Money Order to Fowler and Fowler POSTPAID 112 Superior Bldg, Cleveland, Ohio, U.S. A. 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Hospital “Training School for Nurses, has been appointed matron of the gitls at Lincoln Institute at Jefferson City, Mo, Miss Webb was Tormerly head nurse at the Butler Sanitarium, vanston. Ti Every nation has found delight, in the wonderful story of Robinson Cru: soe. “An article recently told of man who has spent years In collecting Fare and. curious eaitions of thin book And asa result his Mbrary has’ the Story told in 33 languages. There are just fifteen states in the Union where women do not vote for anything. There are eleven. {ull suft- fase states and one where women vote for. the. President “only: “there “are twenty-one where they have a partial Hight. to vote—generally for members ot school ‘boards Haul Lawrence Dunbar's mother is stil! living and. quite active She Is to appear at an entertainment. for charity in Indianapolis, Ind, at_ which She will read some. of her favorite Poems of her son. She will also read ‘When Malinda Sings.” the poem hav- ing been based on her Iife and: dedi: jeated toner on ne Miss Ola M: Walker ix business man- lager" of the Aanta Independent and |secretary-treasurer of the Independent [Publishing Company. Miss Walker’ is [described as a woman of rare business jabllity, pleasing address, easy of p= proach’ and of a sweet disposition. She [has been associated with the Indepen= dent since 1911_and Ys an alumnus. of the ‘famous Teuey Laney school, | Aw a memorial to her daughter, Mrs [Julia “McAdor gives ‘a Christmas tree in the Social ‘Settlement children at | Washington, D.C. The tree is loaded down with useful presents, toys, candy Gnd “fruit, “This. is made possible by her own benefleence and. through her [By the honeficence of, her” relatives, friends and many’ of the merchants ofthe city. "thas ‘many hearts are [made iad hy a_mother's love: for her |own child: who ia thus made to abide a eee ae More than 1,000 boys and girls were remembered a¢ Christmas at a monster Chrisunas tree given under. the au: aplees of the. Newsboys". Association. An claborate program was carried out by Mra, Bessie Le Allen. who is super- intendeht of ‘the association and. alto a probation officer of the Juvenile court. The Christmas ‘tree is an Annual treat for the. children,” and through Tove, sympathy, firmness and co-operation” Mes, Allen is doing wonderful work among the “newsies" Toulsville, Ky. Report comes that the French chet nas been “tried “in. the balanee “and found ‘wanting’ in the South and that there {ga great demand for ihe good ‘old Negro cooks of long ago. To Al this aching voids, Rack Wil, S.C, 1s conducting school of cooking: for ol- ored women and Georgia is iso plan- hing 4 sehool through the efforts of the eGorgia Federation of “Women's Clubs. Tt has been said that the Southern cools is proverbially wasteful | but it ts planned t place special stress lon economy in cooking in these schools, 1. [remarkable gift for organizing and | lati ISnding and for the charm and drawing | end power of his personality. me Ber Se tNinton owas always, con~| thi schis SENN vicarious position in| Tal -of| ‘American iter he stood between a]. ver| weak, “struggling, hopeful, aspiring | and day| tase’ of black people and a strong. | Jud agy| MASS oSmminant and suecessiul Kroup | call Pig | be enite” peepies and ne preaches, 21, nl Sineytepdmigc,“practleal"docting| Ci in| eShing eon onportymiey in, Industey, | ma 7'n| Business and ‘education, and he won| Wa of| the favor of both classes. re anal ‘frd"was oman of tremendous reach |X. Ss| and” Tmportanee. ©-Thoweh born ip) Bin ote | aeeradatton he was not degraded:| we raie| ¢aSuah sunk, in poverty” in fis youth, | mei SROREE (eatery, Rite ana, intelligent |r pr.| Korte he gained rank and ‘weaith. | th Ya: | Though ‘belonging to « despised race. | anc “an|a' race’ prescribed, discriminated | bod wer |againet “and hated, Ne, won the, con; | Ine un: | lence: aud affection. of "people tn ali| am he| walks’ of life. “While he itved in a| doy ot] Berlod of greed, of pomerful Ananciers| 2 | BE merchant. giants and of the rule, of | Pai hed | the dollar, yet he commanded ihe in- | ont terest amd “sympathy of the lowest | tim ber| and the highest, ef the poorest and the nal | richest, ofthe smatlest and the BFeat-| _¢ weit| est on’ thir. continent, su | nner secret“of De. Washinton's su | Mi | cess was due to his fine diplomacy. | str his tactfulness, his prudence, his Sixactous ‘conduct, "aha "ihe mage "s his personality. lie" was ‘able to win audiences from the most ‘rellned and culuvated society. te found it. pos- sible to reach men who lived, virtuxity in’ steel ‘cayes, protected from the: In: trusion of the’ uiside: world.” How he Was able to reach. them, to win. them and to divert! their attention from. the business of money-ketting to money- giving Is one of the great secrets of his lte,” No. private Citizen wa stog exclusive in’ hablis,. too powerful tn the ‘business world,” too great in-any fespect for him to teach, and. when he did? reac hig man he ‘euine away. with Object Of his quest. the fruit of his the ob iuest, the fruit of hi His sanity and poise won him un- usual distinction. He became the fore- most man in America. His name. was known to people in the most. remote sections of the world. He had a great Inigsion, and he pursued that mission with a fidelity ‘and. devotion unex: Ampled’ by any man of his day. When Dr. Washington came out of Hampton’ Institute in Virginia, where he recelved his education, he. founded the Tuskexee Normal and. industrial Institute In Alabama. He soon found that “what little ‘education ‘the Negro had acquired came from books written by ‘white men: that the Nexro's thoughts ‘and notions and Ideals came from: the “same. source, and. that. the Heritage of slavery” had ‘left. the. race Incoherent, unorgunted, ‘with no racial Intewrits, "racial solidarity, ractal Union, OF racial concelt to hold It to- Rether.°" Finding the “race weak tn these respects. he ‘set, himself tg. the serious task of organizing the Negro People, sugkesting racial pride and facial union as the foundation upon Which to build the superstructure. he Would erect in the United States. Dro Washington urged. that. indus- trial’ training, the mastery of the arts and hundicralts, the building of homes the buying of land, the cultivation of the ‘Soli. the: establishing “of business enterprives andthe starting of bank Accounts, were. the ultimate, solutions Of the perplexing problem of the. Ne= Bro life. Instead of contending for ab- Stract rights, seeking politieal office, Aspiring to positions Tn. ‘the social world, of dramatizing the ills suffered, he contended that it, would be better for “the race “to. establish Itself in tangible, Substantial, material posses- Sons, ketting a solid foothold "in. the Soil and by, wich means make Itself Valuable ana ‘indispensable tothe na ten. ‘From small beginnings under the most serious. handicaps and. elreum- Stances “hia” institution "was estab- lished. ‘This ‘educational "enterprise was developed “under his magic ‘con- trol into one of the best. known, edu- cational centers in Ameriea. Tt hag {in ndowment neurty one mittion and a nalt dollars and postesses property worth ‘$1,115,000, consisting "of one Rundreds buildings and 284s acres. of land, The academic ‘course runs through seven. years under competent teachers, many ‘of whom were gradu ated from. the, leading universities of the country. And. there are forty. in- Gustries taught at Tuskegee. “AL, the present. time there are. nearly 2,000 Students and 200" teachers, ail velong- ng. to the Negro rice. Tn hiy “wonderful took, “Up, From slavery,” Dr. Washington wrote, "4 think that ‘the whole suture of” my Face hinges “on ‘the question “as to whether or not it can make itself of Such indispensable value that the peo- plein the town and state where. we Feside will feel" that our presence 1s Regeasaty tothe happiness and, Wel, jeing Of the community. And ji his Gihee remarkanle book ‘entitied, “Char- eter Bulging.” Dr. Washington says, SGne farm bought, one home-built, one home neatly kepi, one man ‘the’ lar= est, tax-payer ald. depositor. in_ the flea Danity one chureh oe schoo! Imain- tained, one factory. running success- folly, one truck garden pro-tably cul- ivatidy ‘one patient cuted by a Negro joctor, one sermon well preached, one office well Sled, one life cleanly lived Stthese will tell. more in our. faver than "all the ‘abstract, eloquence that tan'be summoned to plead our cause. This ideal was that the Negro should prove his worthiness by” his. useful- Ress. His ideal of worth was service, and’ this is a splendid idea and ideal ‘Dr. Washington was a very. practl- cal man. He devoted himself and he ised his talents In directing attention "opportunities rather than advertal- ties: Mite could. see beauty. In common things about him. He could get con- Solution out of hanalesng and, he could et happiness out of hardships: Joy Sct of troubles, and-he saw in indus- iy, ‘thrift and’ clean. living, the ulti- Mate solution of life's hardest. prob- eee MOUND CITY, ILL. Monday evening, January, 3, under the apsplces of Zarodatha Lodge No. 61, FAL M, the largest gathering of Fep- Feseitative citizens of southern Illinois met at the SAL. T- hall, not only to enjoy an elaborate inenu, but to listen to addresses made by prominent men ofthe above named cities. ‘Through the efforts of Af W. G. ML, ALA. Martin, of Cairo, and W. M,C. 1. fice’ sald meeting Was initiated “for the purpose of cementing a closer re- lationship between the citizens of this end of the state. After sixty-eight fren ‘had partaken of the many, good Things prepared by the hands of Rev. Tally and arranged by N. J. Green, J. 7 Chinualt, T. Swayne, Frank Cornet and A. ¢, Cochran, reception committee, Judge C. M. ‘Thompson, toastmaster, tailed upon Mr. Chas. Bolar, Prot. J. Gi iiewls, Prof. Hamilton, Mr. George Cintl, of Cairo; Mr. L. Washington, fail carrier of Mounds; Prof, J. W. Whee, Hey. D. Mt. Cole, Aity. C. EL: Rice, J Go steele, of Mound City, and G. M., K, AN Martin tor’ the closing speech. imely words for the uplift of the race Were sald by these gentlemen and as hen in every walk Of fe met on & Common level of the various lodges of {his "section where each felt at home ind expressed himself as being some- fody, standing for something and do- Ina domething: im his line of service ag hiemelent citizen. Much good will no Goubt result from sald meeting. The music rendered by Mr. Clarence Parker upon this occasion kept every bne lively during the banquet, and the flme was spent very pleasantly. Get ‘The Freeman in Greenwood, Miss., from H. G. Motley, 614 Fulton eeant: MAN PARALYZED 9 YEARS, COULDN'T MOVE; HE NOW WALKS BY USING THE WONDERFUL MIN-RAL-COP. Le Oa NU One merry tT 7 gee Na NRE DOLE aes Rat Os kee a ate a EU. B& Pat. 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The lining up for Senator in this community is developing some strange political freaks among the colored contingent of the G. O. P. The submarine muddle is terminating in quite the natural way. No country wishes to be accused of wilfully murdering innocent subjects of a non-belligerent country, not to speak of the possible unpleasant complications. One or two of the prominent colored party workers have signified a willingness to go to Chicago as a delegate at-large, or as an alternate. The State is a unit for president, but the Senatorial mixup may prove disappointing to some ambitions. The stout men of England say that it will yet win. It may be so; but if so it has got to lose much of the ancient bluce due to prestige, superiority on the sea and so forth. The Englishman is a good fighter, but he is also a conceived fighter, depending more on his spiritual courage than on his brawn, resources, preparedness and durability. He thinks all of those things are his at their best. The Germans are undermining his notion of formidability. The concluding lines of Longfellow's "The Building of the Ship" are very suitable to the great Baptist church, owing to its present controversy. The lines in part are: "Sail on, O Union, strong and great! Humanity, with all its fears, is hanging breathlessly on thy fate! We know what master laid thy keel, What workman wrought the ribs of "Fear not each sudden sound and shock, "Tis of the wave and not the rock." We would like to see President Wilson have nerve to appoint ex-President Taft to the Supreme Court bench. Mr. Taft is of fine judicial temperament, one who takes to the law as a duck to the water. He belongs to the latter day school of jurists, unfettered by the law's "ponderosity," as it were, some years ago when learned men almost spoke in an unknown tongue. It was formerly with our President's messages, all of which have changed in recent years, and the law was deeply due to Mr. Roosevelt's "freedom" of speech. Mr. Taft is not nearly radical and voluminous as Mr. Roosevelt, which makes his speeches, no matter however stuffed with learning, delightfully readable. When treating subjects of law he has the same lighter, yet intelligible and logical style. President Wilson sent a cheering message to Principal Moton of Tuskegee, saying: "I am sure I am giving voice to the feeling of the vast majority of those interested in education in this country, and particularly in the education of the Negro, when I express my gratification at your election as Principal of Tuskegee Institute. I have known something of the special work you have been trying to do for the people of your race and of the spirit in which you have undertaken it, and I believe that your selection as the head of Tuskegee Institute means the promotion there of the best, most practical, and most hopeful ideals for the development of the Negro people. I take pleasure in extending to you my sincere congratulations." It is a pleasure to know that the President has seen fit to extend his congratulations to the new head of Tuskegee. In spite of the various political faiths and views the country is nevertheless one on the great essentials. Tuskegee's new master needed the best endorsement, and such as the supreme representative of the country alone could give. The great work needed the great endorsement. Everything considered, the great dehine of the years, we should have reas on to feel that the mob as it concerns a particular people is passing. "Jans," in the Lagos Standard, of Lagos, West Africa, speaking of Booker T. Washington, gives a comprehensive survey of the life of the distinguished deceased netwithstanding he had no further information at the time further than "the bald telegraphic announcements," as he puts it. The leading paragraph is as follows: "A prince and a great man is fallen in Israel." Booker Washington, the wizard of Tuskegee, the man whose magic touch transmuted everything, not into gold, but into something more useful than gold, has passed away after a comparatively short span of life, and left the world, and particularly the Negro race to which he belonged, the poorer for his loss." The writer in another paragraph says: "The present writer reminds that he was 187 when he was a student at Richmond, Va. Washington had just graduated from Hampton, and received a call to teach in Tuskegee, Alabama, a town that was situated in the heart of what is known as the 'Black Belt,' which was noted for the backward condition of the colored inhabitants." African papers also speak intelligently of him, showing the worldwide knowledge of him, and which estimation is not different than that entertained by those who were better acquainted with him. Eisewhere in this issue will be found an article which sets worth the work of the National League on urban conditions among Negroes. E. K. Jones, an associate director of the league, will be in Indianapolis January 17th and 18th, at which time he will observe the work of the organizations that are interested in the social and economic betterment of the colored people of this city. The headquarters of the organization is in New York. Those among those prominent in its activities are: L. Hollingsworth Wood, Chairman; John T. Emlen, Vice Chairman; Kelly Miller, Vice-Chairman; Robert R. Moton, Vice-Chairman; William H. Baldwin, 3d, Secretary; A. S. Frissell, Treasurer; Victor A. M.Cutcheon, Assistant Treasurer; Felix Adler, Roger N. Baldwin, Miss S. P. Breckenridge, William H. Brooks, Paul D. Cravath, James H. Dillard, Charles D. Hiles, John Hope, Mrs. E. B. Leaf, Abraham Lefkowitz, Fred R. Moore, Edward Ewing Pratt, Mrs. Albert S. Reed, E. P. Roberts, Miss Ella Sachs, Paul J. Sachs, Edwin R. A. Seligman, George W. Seligman, Miss Elizabeth Walton, Booker T. Washington (deceased), William G. Willcox. It will be noted that both white and colored men and women are among the members of the organizations, some of whom are known throughout the country. Mr. Jones will meet with a pleasing reception in this city, and will be helped in all ways possible to get the information he desires. So the Progressive party will hold the national convention on the same dates that the Republicans hold theirs, That's the latest, and a very shrewd move it is all right. That is, it is a shrewd one to get Theodore Roosevelt nominated for the presidency. The Colonel is not without his following, and with the soft pedal on his fighting program he may not prove so bad, at least, no worse than he was. Not that he was not a success. Mr. Roosevelt, in some respects, was an exceptional executive. As a whole, he averaged up with his predecessors, His ruling fault is his belligerent spirit and which instances served the country well enough, but it, nevertheless, is a trifle dangerous. As a leader of men he is to be admired, but as a great presiding officer in a republic he is a doubtful proposition. But the doughty Colonel has a way of overshooting the mark in order to make an impression. He was not near the anti-trust man that he made believe he was. He reared and cavorted and the trusts, like a little Ford, rambled right along. It may be the same concerning his uncle-preparian views, Nevertheless, he commentary, and doubtful. In times like these there comes to the surface a class of men who believe in taking the bull by the horns, Johnny Bull, or the Teuton bull, or any old bull. It sees in such men as Roosevelt saviours, and who are the only gods of the hour — a Boulanger, a Bryant and who in their estimation, are the proper men for the jobs. In times like these the country needs its safest characters, dyed-in the-wool sanity men who run no risk in giving over to the moment's effervescence, nor seek to work out undue ambitions in moments of passion. PRESIDENT WILSON'S ATTITUDE President Wilson informed Bishop Walters, this week, that he would not appoint a colored man as Recorder of Deeds at Washington, D. C., because as he said, the Senate would not confirm the appointment. The news at first blush is rather distressing from a political viewpoint racially considered. The feeling will be, we dare say, that the President should have made the effort, as Grover Cleveland did, as Roosevelt did, who made appointments and made the Senate like it. He has taken time by the forelock, and which in many cases is the proper thing to do. In this case it would have been just as well to have made a political feit, even if he knew that it would result in nothing. As we think it, the President, no less than other men, has a duty to per form. Perhaps, honesty of purpose may be altered, but not necessarily. We do not see it quite that way. He would have served the Negro race well had he made an effort to place a colored man in some good representative place, and as he virtually pledged to do at Baltimore when waited on by Bishop Walters and others. The failure of the Senate to confirm would have been a totally different affair. It is true that the President did not say that he would retain certain offices for colored men. He did give it out that the members of the race would be considered as citizens of the general nation, swearing that it was his Christian duty to thus consider them. He made it plain that he was not going to make a notable departure in the treatment of Negroes. And the committee of colored men went away feeling thoroughly impressed that Mr. Wilson was actually a race hope since he was a Democrat. We are not of the opinion that very much was done throughout the country politically by the colored voters to earn those larger offices—Minster to Hayvi, the Recorder of Deeds. From that viewpoint—measure for measure THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER —those offices are unmerited. But Mr. Wilson was not thought to be so exacting; it we thought that he meant to follow closely the steps of his immediate predecessors; it we thought that the race would be represented in the nation, at least, by way of a few of the usual prominent offices. The President did not say so; it was by inference that it would be that way. instead of her powder puff, besides doing other suspiciously aged tricks. These irregular things may not appeal to the very young, he can not enter the spirit of the "fun." But when those of forty and up hear them at one see the humor because of their experiences. We laugh at grandmother chasing her spectacles when they are perched on her forehead, but when it comes to It must be admitted that our race has not thoroughly understood President Wilson. The question is, Is he for us? There is no way of knowing. He has made two or three fairly good appointments, and which, perhaps, amount to the sum of political activity in behalf of his party. He side stepped the Jim Crowing at the capitol, but presumably permitted no anti-Negro legislation such as was promised by Vardaman and others. He has made no reference to us in his state papers as former Presidents did, and yet he seems to respect our status as citizens, but from the white man's viewpoint. In fact, he seems sweetly oblivious to the race, permitting it to move along as best it may without cheering word or signal of discouragement. He has left us so completely alone that 'it is not known whether he is a friend or enemy? He says that he will give other appointments, smaller ones. But this seemed to have been wring from him, and in defense of his well-known utterance at Baltimore. BAPTIST NATIONAL CONVENTION. What effect the decision rendered in the Chicago court anent the National Baptist. Convention controversy is unforeseen at this time as it concerns the unifying of the two factions. Elsewhere in this publication will be seen, under the caption of "Jones Faction Wins in Court," the decision and the general facts leading up to it. We are not well enough acquainted with the history of the controversy to talk intelligently of the merits of the quarrel. However, we feel to say again what we said when the division came about, that the great Baptist church can not afford to go to pieces over a minor difference, a difference in views of government. A few great religious organizations of the past have split because of the differing views of fundamental principles. The quarrel in the Baptist church, whatever it may be, is not one concerning creed or doctrine. This being true the conflict should be short-lived. That church is a loose compact, something like that which exists among the federation of states, but not nearly so allied as the states, hence prudence and wisdom in the conduct are among the essentials. Here is no place for selfish, one-idea men who just must rule though the heavens fall. The Baptist church is everywhere, and so absorbing that its questions and troubles are as national question and troubles. If we take unusual interest in them it is owing to the fact of that church's influence and dominance. Whether the Chicago court has simplified or complicated matters we are unable to say. It is to be hoped that that profound and religious institution will not permit itself to go to pieces for any reason whatsoever. Religion and morality need oneness of effort in the directorate in order that the impression be best. Any disorder of confusion in heads of affairs means demoralization in the ranks. The army is an excellent example of the necessity for orderly procedure. The Baptist churches are sovereign in themselves, but at that they have seen the necessity of a sort of federation. This unity has worked for the good of the organization as it has worked for the good of the individual churches. Organizations without government of some kind fails in vitality, or fails according as the government proves inefficient. Those great big truths are apparent to all. And if we are considered preaching to that church it will not be said that it is not necessary on this occasion nor that we are not preaching the truth. The test of love and regard is the attention paid; not in flattery or by endearment at all times, but by the stern command of: Come to judgment. We hope the best for the great church, and that its course will not be such as to shock the confidence of its many friends. It is a part of the race problem, perhaps, the best example of church democracy in this country, a test of government at its best, and which means the necessity for intelligence, wisdom and sound judgment. FIFTEEN, NOT FIFTY An article appearing in a recent number of this publication referring to Mme. E. Azala Hackley's fifteenth professional anniversary had "fifttih" instead of "fifteenth." Sometimes one little word does not amount to much, even if it is the wrong word. But here was a case in which it made a vast difference, and concerning something about which most women are very sensitive. Some men also are just as particular about having their age properly quoted as women. A fifttih anniversary would have put the madame way up there, and the assertion doubtless would have given her annoyance had it been permitted to stand. In referring to the matter the madame said: "I confess that I have passed the fair, fat and forty period I am growing rather sensitive on the subject of age. I have a few more years to spare before I live a half century, much less singing that long." She avowes that she has only been singing fifteen years. We are a little disturbed because we gave her such an unusually high age rating. We assure her that it was not intentional and as it concerns her singing and appearance it has not occurred to us to think of her age at all. Those who have seen her or her fine picture in the Exposition number of this publication must concede that she is a beautiful woman, despite her asseweration of fair, fat and forty. When she sends Malaika of Dunna when he talks of how Malika's O. course, Malinda is not in the madame's we have in mind the fine impression made on the poet and his fine expression of it. So even if she were December she would be May to us, and to those that see and hear here. The question is, how in the world did two such distinguished qualities meet in one woman? But it is amusing to learn that the madame has well grounded suspicions that she is on her way to the sere and yellow. She said that no long time ago she had been on her shoes with a nail file, and of putting a bottle of lodine in her muff instead of her powder puff, besides doing other suspiciously aged tricks. These irregular things may not appear amusing to the very young. They can not enter the spirit of the "fun". But when those of forty and up hear them they at once see the humor because of similar experiences. We laugh at grandmother chasing her spectacles when they are perched on her forehead, but when it comes to our own spectacles we say as little about the event as possible, but inwardly concede that we are moving up. We have many signs and tokens that apprise us of the fact that we are reaching the class that is making the last stand before shuffling off the mortal coll. And there is something providential in it; we are being warned, so that old age wont catch us all down and out. No, Madame E. Azalia has not starred fifty years, nor twenty years. She is not Patti or Sara Bernhardt, and has not begun her farewell tours, and she does not need to begin them until she is ripe sixty. She is now in her early forties; it means a good period before she needs to get real uneasy as to her future. Her prospects yet in all respects are most flattering, even including that of matrimony. She has everything in her favor, a fine intellect as well as the rest of it already mentioned. HUMBOLDT, TENN. (By Eddie McCray.) Miss Clara John, Miss Manuel Webb and Mr. Ode Clark, of Milton, spent a day as the guests of Miss Ora V. Ragans. Mrs. Amanda Allen and Mrs. Charlotte Campbell, all with the grip, are able to be up again. Mrs. Caroline Campbell has returned, and Mrs. Ode Clark has returned home, Mrs. J. Seat, at Indianapolis, Ind. Mr. T. M. Stigat entertained friends in Milton, and reception was music rendered upon the violin and piano by Mr. Alvin Matthews and Miss Estier Watson. Little Miss Estier Watson was in the beautifully decorated dining room, and were enjoyed by all. Matthews, who has been visiting his home to Dyersburg, has returned home to Dyersburg. The Entertained Club entertained with a guest of the day, January 10th, at the home of Miss Willie Day. This being leap year, the youngest guest of the party. The guests numbered sixty-five, Music and games were the features of the evening. A three-course menu was served. The members and friends of Lane Chapel C. M. E. Church, in welcoming their guests, a very nice program Sunday evening. MT. VERNON. IND. Mr. Charles Drury, a prominent citizen of M. Vernon, departed this life on May 26, 2014, in dence on Second street. He leaves a wife and five children, also many relatives. The funeral services were conceived by M. Church, Rev. W. M. Kelly officiating. Mrs. Richard Wynn has moved to St. Lorenzo. The officers of the Missionary Sunday school installed officers Sunday morning. The superintendent; Miss Naomia Anthonn assistant; Miss Anna Jones, secretary; Mrs. N. Smallwood, Treasurer; Mrs. J. W. Wagner; to the city after spending the holidays with her sisters in Evansville. We wish him a speedy recovery. LINCOLN, NEB. On last Thursday evening, January 6, 1916, the Coleman Club held its first skating party of the season. An enlisted fellow, following young people were present: The Misses Hazel Holcomb, Jennie Kelley, Christallene Westfield, Josephine Greene, and Dorothy Flippin, Greene, Belva Spicer and Dorothy Flippin, and Messrs. Morris Steering, Cecil Thomas, Chas, May, R. Shakelford, Oden, and Glenie M. Coleman, Ringer. TITUS BURKS DEAD. Virginia laments the death of one of its oldest born citizens, Titus Burks who resided at Rockland, Ohio. He died at home of his wife, R Flemming, Dublin, January 3. Respectfully, WILLIAM GRIFIN FLEMING MR. LEE ON HELENA (MONT. HIGH SCHOOL ACKET- BOLL TEAM Terry Royal Parsons, of Helena high school, who was a rival to Mr. Bud Phelps of Butte, Mont, says things will be easy for him this season since Mr. Phelps was mysterious disappearance from the state. Rumor has it that Mr. Gouldmate is married to his girlfriend my advice, "BP don't want a girl that don't want you. Mrs. Harrison has 522 Hollis avenue, entertained the Busy Bees and there was some kind of a punch served that would not behave. At least it seemed to interfere with pedestals. Infantry will be stationed at Fort D. A. Russell, Cheyenne, Wyo. Mrs. Jefferson Harrison has returned to where she was called some time ago. Mrs. Harrison is weighing some 200 or 200 pounds, more or less. Mrs.ena is about to have a Calanthon court. The whole state was visited by a snow storm last week and the thermometer registered 16 degrees be- Mr. Wesley Cottle has been on the sick list. Please subscribe for the Freeman while it is cheap this month-only $1. GROSBECK, TEXAS. Sunday, January 9th. Rev. James Harrold was here to meet his people. He Head Branch excellent sermons on Head Branch Collection was $2.25. preached here Thursday night and Friday night for the people of Groesbeck. of Groesbeck. Mary Cotton, and Mrs. Callie McGuire Hot Rev H. R. Butrel and wife made a trip to Thornton on business, but they were defeated on account of a big snow and had to return back home. Mr. Simon Gee has paid up in full for his trip to Thornton to keep on leaving him one every week. Mr. T. H. Evans made a nice lecture concerning the Baptist Herald, Sunday night. After the sermon he said many people were interested in the Negro Herald was the best Negro paper on earth and the best Negro paper that can be published, which may be true. "We have a Negro paper," he said, "and I am not trying to run down any Negro paper at all, because they are all good, people have made good so fast that we can have and read our own Colored papers as well as read the white people who have made good so fast," he said about the Negroes in the white pa- pers at all. While I have over eighty-five people here in our town that are taking the Freeman every week, and I am not sure how many of them have Rev. James Harold has sent in his order for one year' subscription to the book, I want to read a real good Negro paper and see what our big Negroes are doing all over the world for the Race, why read it, and why the oldest Negro paper that is published. We have a certain lady in this town who does not take the Freeman, but who is willing to house to house and borrowing the Freeman. She tries to criticize the write-ups but is not able to do so. The next time I write a book, the barber will let my readers know who she is. She stop borrowing other peoples papers and books, and she will porter will deliver they to you every Sunday after that. He delivers them rain or shine right to your door. The writer is located at the Colored Barber Shop. See James A. Jones when you are in need of the writer's advice. Your little write-ups for you every week. Middletown O₂. news is not in this because Pierre King, the agent of the Freeze took the clock, is day morning at 3:00 o'clock and has not to be to out the greater part of this week. AT THE NATIONAL CAPITAL Miss Frances Gantt, who is teaching the first Saturday for the week end and with a party of friends took in the roadway Hastus' show at the Howard. . . . Mrs. W. H. J. Malvin, of the office of the Recorder of Deeds, has returned from a visit to Cincinnati, Ohio. Lawyer Charles S. Hill, district grand master of the Odd Fellows, was tendered a magnificent banquet one evening last week at Odd Fellows' Hall. Mr. Henry P. Slaughter, editor of the Odd Fellows' Journal, is favorably considered by the thirty local lodges of Oakland. Master of the national body, now held by Edward H. Morris, of Chicago. He will attend the meeting of the Subcommittee of Management, which meets shortly in Philadelphia. N. B. Staley, a graduate of Howard University and of the Miner Normal School, has been appointed to teach at the O Street Vocational School, of which J. Moria Saunders is principal. January 16 has been set as the date for the national memorial meeting in honor of Booker T. Washington, the beloved Brigadier General of the country and representing all walks of life have been invited to take part in the memorial. He is of international significance. Mr. Henry Lassiter is chairman of the general committee on arrangements meeting with Thompson is secretary. The meeting will be held at the Tan A. M. E. church, which has been donated for the event by the congregation, to be pastor. Harold Thompson who an ardent admirer of the deceased educator. Judge Robert H. Terrell, in a card to the evening Star, and a high tribute to the life and work of the late Dr. Washington. Monroe S. Caver, of Arkansas, pastor of the Mt. Olivet Baptist church, of this city, has accepted an appointment to the War Department. He was connected for the Treasury, but found that a change would better fit into his ministerial role. He is a progressive young man. --- ALTON (ILL.) NEWS. (By Pearl Curtis) On December 31 there was a draw social given at the A. E. church church. Mrs. Carrie Hopson has been very ill with a severe cold during the past week, but is able to be out again. Miss Lillie Nilarling was married to Mia Adams on December 15, 1915. Mt. and Mia Adams are residing at 410 E. Third street. NOTICE All Negro race people in and around Mayfield, Ky., who believe in a race pride establishment are asked to patronize the People's Undertaking Co. 333 West Broadway, Mayfield, Ky. A Cox Mgr. Promptness, Good Service. AGENTS WANTED Quick money selling best Negro proposition. Tallahassee town lots in rich, rich section. No grandfather law. Tallahassee Investment Co. Muskegue, Oka. MARRY—Colored ladies and gentlemen, are anxious to marry, send description and stammer. Jt. Agency, 463 Pearl ave. Youngstown. O. AUTOMOBILE INSTRUCTION BOOK—For delivery to Jt. Agency, 463 Pearl ave. Only 12 miles (silver dime) and 2-cent stamp). W. MACNBAL, Agent, 320 Perry, Cincinnati, O. WANTED—Intelligent, energetic Colored men and women to handle big paying proposition, $5 to $10 per day. No experience required. Write at once to Ralph W. Wiley, Columbus, O. LOST RELATIVE form, Missouri Thomas (Nee Hughes) married Kansas, whom he to locate a brother, Matthew Hughes. The last time Mrs. Thomas met her brother he was in Indianapolis, Indiana. Mrs. Thomas can be found at 1805 West Scull street. Pine Bluff, Arkansas, has a letter will reach her at that address. The Freeman is on sale at the Busy Belle bookstore. Blunt Street, every Saturday, Walter Robinson, agent BRUNSWICK, GA. Mrs. M. E. Adams returned to Atlanta, after spending a while with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. Riley, at 211 Eighth Street. Don't forget on Monday night, January 17th, the Glynn Concert Band will give a grand entertainment at Memorial Hall, 1200 Fifth Avenue, Timmons, Mr. Jacob Wood and Mr. Jimmie Walburg are leaders. The public is cordially invited. The admission only 10 cents. The Uniform Rank and Savary Award will be there to greet the Prodigal Sons. We are glad to hear of Miss Lottie O. Keith. She is the assistant editor of Lumina City Journal. We wish her greeting. Mr. Alonzo William, cornetist, late of the city, O'Brien Minstrels, is now in the city. Have you ever stopped to think of it. Have you ever stopped to think of doors in our city, What will we do for our city bitter bill? We don't worry, we just the same as you get the Freeman. WHAT'S DOING IN SPORT. 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MAKING A GOOD AND SERVICABLE COMB FOR HAIR AND SKINY HAIR MICHELLE PLATED. PRICE $1.00 SHAMPOO AND HAIR STRAIGHTENING COMB NO.027. A SMALL STRONG BRASS GOOD BEST ON REAL SHORT HAIR, NICKEL PLATED. PRICE $25 FORD'S HAIR PRESSER NO.028 NICKEL PLATED, STEEL FRAME, SOLID BRASS KNOWS, WORKS VERSICABLE PRICE $30 New York, Jan. 10—Herbert E. Vollmer, the Columbia University star, who won the open competition, today created a world's record for 150 yards in twenty-four seconds of the old figure skating olympics at the minute and setting the new mark at 1 minute and 29.4 seconds. Memphis, Tenn., Jan. 10—Dillon, the Indianapolis light heavyweight champion, battered down another barrier in his march toward the finish. He defeated "Forky" Flynn, the Boston heavyweight, in practically every round of an eight-round fight. When round, Flynn, a beaten fighter, walked toward his corner without hesitation, and the right hand of "Jack," the Gliair Killer," and hoisted it in the air amidst the applause of the biggest crowd that has seen a Queensbrow show here in Lee Bodin, one of the latest aspirants for ring honors, stands 6 feet, 6½ inches; Cobler 6 feet, 3½ inches; Cowler 6 feet 3½ inches; Weinert 6 feet 2½ inches; Coffey 6 feet 1½ inches; Moran 6 feet 1 feet; Harry Wills, the carpenter, now serving in the French army, 5 feet 11½ inches; while Gunboat Smith is the smallest of the group, the carpenter, now serving in the school of heavyweights defries and Corbett alone approached in height the big men who today are fighting in the ring career. Corbett was at 1½ inches when at the top of his ring career. Corbett measured 6 feet 1 inch when he defeated Sullivan, who was at 1½ inches when at the top of his ring career was half an inch over 6 feet; Fizzsimmons a quarter of an inch under 6 feet, while Sharkey, Choynski and Burns were all under 5 feet 10 inches. KID SNEAD, AT THE BUCKINGHAM, Doing Three-Round Bouts, Lost to Leo Patterson. Louisville, Ky. Kid Snead is still in the Buckingham Theatre in three-round bouts. He has had three bouts since he lost to Lee Patterson, knocking out 10 in four rounds. In three rounds, K. O. Kid Niles of New Orleans in two rounds, November 26; beat Julian Soman in eight rounds December 8. Soman had to give Foman a good beating in the eight rounds they went. Snead has been engaged at the Buckingham to play in the final round, certainly a good boy, take it from me. If he fights like he did when he and me both Snead fought and takes proper form, he will be a lightweight to get by him. He knows how to fight, that's one good skill, would make those would-be chamep hustle to their place. He is a prince in and out of the ring, nice lad to talk to, would make those would-be luck win or lose. Kid Snead and my self will raise ours to Lee Patterson. HARRY YOUNG'S BLACK TROU BADOURS. (Seymour James.) 22. Vote if a three danger rule is adopted. ```markdown ``` --- Helena went "dry" the first of the year, but it is "wet" right on. Why? She was a girl. Why? Little Seymour James, en route with Harry Young's Black Troubadours, would hear from J. C. Miles and Happy Kimbali at once. Business of importance. BOSTON THEATRICAL NOTES That new team, Gus Stevens and Billy Purcell, lately known to the professional world, are new at a team, but not to the show world. Gus Stevens is formerly of the team of Williams and Stevens. He is also a member of the Patterson Trio. They are meeting with great success down East playing United States, Theatre, Derchester, Mass; January 13th, 14th and 15th, Bowden Square Theatre, and watch as games. Records to all friends. STAGE NOTES. Prof. Roy Pope was called to the city last week to attend the funeral of his grandmother, Mrs. Jane Wilbur, who died January 6th. Gertrude Struffin, playing with the Whitman Sisters in Indianapolis, was visited last week by her husband, Mr. William Uttback, of Cincinnati, who the happy days were spent at the Dunnington, of West Michigan street. LETTER LIST Gentlemen's List. Miller, Frank Moore, Joe. Belson, Joe. Oberhard, Charles B Polo, Leroy Perryman, Frank Puggaily, I. C Peterson, Wallace Robinson, Walter Redmond, Toddie Quine, Geo. W. Robinson, Walter Shackaford, J. A Smith, J. A. Shana, Everett Gerard, Bernard Wearer, J. Wise, Jim William, King White, A. Mordre Webb, Jeff Yildis, W. H. Young, James Ladies' List. Love, Miss Jessie Moore, Effie Russell, Alice. Ricks, Bertha Redmond, Rebecca Spikes, Evelyn Smith, Mrs. Laura. Van Clay, Elizabeth Wilson, Ruth Wiggs, Pauline Brown, Rosa Brown, Robert Burton, Marge Ebble Braunn, Rosetta Caldwell, Mirey Calder, Mirey Miss Ray Elmore, Irene Garden, Eibel C. Garden, Eibel C. Henderson, Bertha Hill, Josephine ROUTE. Silar Green, from New Orleans Company, Galinewsley, Fla., January 17th, Hawthorne, 18th; Palatak, 19th; Grey Cove Springs, 20th; Island, February 2nd, Deland, 22nd; Orlando, 24th. Leon, the Magician, Newman, Ga., January 17th; La Grange, 18th; West Point, 19th; Opelica, Ala., 20; Auburn, 21st and STAGE GOSSIP The Whitmans are in their third ing girls. Mr. Skupktown Bowsse would like to hear from you. The Boyds, Al and Cora, are still in Indianapolis, Ind., taking things easy. J. H. McCamon will open the season with the Virginia Minstrels and Philadelphia. Langston Brothers and Baby Mack are in Memphis. (Regards to Russell & Owen. Robert H. Gant sends regards to J. H. McCammon, Charles E. Rue, and all friends. Any nets that have any thing new to offer please write Alex Tolliver, Box 568 New Orleans, La. Zoile Ford and Jimmie Ford are now with Harry Young's Black Troubadour. Regards to all and a prosperous new year. Prof. Silas C. Elliott is painfully ill with blood poison in his right hand. He is now located at 137 Griffin street, Troy Ala. Chas Anderson is resting up' in Philadelphia, where he has opened a big rooming house. Address 1238 Fitzwater street. Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Henderson closed Xmas day with the Alabama Mingrels Pleasant street. Sandifer & Marshall opened in New York at the Olympia Theater and cleaned up Joe Page Smith caught by Nuf said. Martin & Motely's Novelty Company are in their winter quarters at Louisville. They will be pleased to the performers when coming to nat city. Waddy & Brown, the two black-face fun inventors, have just closed their time down East. Open time. Address 318 Corral street, Lexington, Ky. Leon The Magician is still in the state of Georgia, playing one night stand. He will hear from all stakeholders. Address L. L Long, General delivery. Newnan, Ga. Arthur L. Prince will have charge of the biggest and best monstrel band on the road the coming season. Show will open in April. Boys, write me, call. M. E. B. Johnnie Riddick, the clever little singing talking and dancing comedian, is doing fine. Thanks. Permuant address 258 Bram street, Detroit, Mich. Irene Howard and George Day open at Halifax, Nova Scotia, on the United time, with the Proctor time to follow. They are doing great in the East. They are booked solid by the United office. R. J. Simmons, cornetist, says look-out to all Vilon players. Dan Hull you see this? Regards to all friends. I am expecting my New York trumpet boys. Look out for the ladies, Noise boys. Morton & Allen Trio spent two successful weeks at $1, Atlanta, GA., and on December 26th they enjoyed an $85 Xmas dinner, given by Chas P. Bailley of Skunktown says "Watch this theatre." Billy McLean, when in Indianapolis a few days ago, presented Amon Davis with a suit of armour and some swords, which were formerly owned by the late Johnny Riddick, uncle. They are the best of relics. Bessie Oliver, who has been sick for some time, went under an X-ray examination at Mercy Hospital, St. Mary's, N. Y., is up and at work again with the famous U. T. C. Company. Regards to Billy Young and Rebecca Redmond. Mrs. J. H. Jones, wife of J. H. Jones, interlocutor with Robinsons' Old Kenton instrels, died at Rolling Park Miss. Jane, who must be the company, and had just finished singing a duet with her husband when she took ill. Her death came shortly afterwards. David & White are still in New Orleans and are still well in work until after the Mardi Gras and will be back in vaudeville again. Hello, Earl Walton and Lula Ala. I am work-able in cabaret. All is well. All mail will find me at 323 South Liberty street. Gee Stammer, New York, Strollers, and Clayborn Jones, Yamma Man Company are in Atlanta at the 81 Theatre, the houses daily. There are twenty-shift offices and the good arts and singing and dance- COLORED MEN Wanted to prepare as Sleeping Car and Train Porters No experience neces sary. Positions pay $65 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 ing girls. Mr. Skunktown Bowser would like to hear from you. J. H. McCamon will open the season with the Virginia Minstrels at Hot Springs, Ark. about March 6th. He will be at the Belle, bile, Ale, until February 10. **Write me there. Have some band this season if I get my lineup of musicians I want. Regards to the profession—J. H. McCamon.** Prof. Pumphm has just returned to his home address, Brunswick, Ga. from Jacksonville, Fla.; was there visiting his brother, and says he had a very good home until February 1, then return to the show. All mail will reach him at his home address, 1611 South Stonewall street, Brunswick, Ga. Gus Stevens and Billy Purcell are meeting with big success down east at the first three days, January 3, 4, and 5 Winchendon, Mass. Gem Theatre; last four days, January 6, 7, and 9. Thompson Square, Charlestown, Mass. Req regards to friends in and out of the profession. Henry Jackson, after filling a 50-weeks' engagement as pianist at the Star Theatre, Shreveport, La. has joined the Jazz Show. He makes parades daily with his electric uniphone and is the only soloist on behalf of the position as official advertiser for white show. He sends regards to all. James Marshall and Clarence Delson have joined hands as partners in vauduille and are under the direction of Mr. Harry Weber, Palace Theatre building, New York City. Jas Marar, Marshall, and Chris Campbell, famous, have agreed to disagree. Mr. Marshall will be remembered by his connection with the late Alda Overton Walker and Mr. Marshall as the partner of the deceased Sammy Gordon. Max Ellott, head of Prof. Eph William Silas Green From New Orleans Shows. He is the co-founder of Coast for the month of February, 1916, with the largest and best equipped color show in America and that goes on every week. The 12 stock is the equipment. When the noon-day parade comes down the street the matives sit up and take notice, as the crowd goes to the business all we can take care of. Miller & Lyles are at Keith's Theater, Mellow, Mass. Brooks & Bowen are at the Palace Theatre, Chicago, Ill. Housely & Nichols are at the Bijou Theatre, Bay City, Mich. Lulu Coates & Company are at the Colonial Theatre, Erie, Pa. S. H. Dudley and Mule are at Pantages Theatre, San Francisco, Cal. Burt Murphy on Poll circuit, and this week at Poll Theatre, Bridgeport, Conn. "What a Wonderful Mother You'd Be," is a big hit with Billy E. Jones, the popular balladist. Marshall & Striplee are at Proctors', West High School, New York. Piddler & Shelton are at the Orpheum Theatre, New York. The Southern Darkies, a quartet from the West is scoring a big success on the United time. This week at Royal Theatre, Brooklyn. Ten Black Hussars are scoring a big success on Lowe time with Tom Womack, featuring, and this week the act is playing at the Dockah Theatre, Brooklyn. THE GRAND THEATER, BIRMING HAM, ALA. Special to The Freeman: Cosey Dudley, our young stage manager, is also our great friend. All of his productions are up to date and have met with the unanimous approval of his manager, Maude Dudley, who is performer himself and knows how to treat one. Madame Kersands' permanent address is West 12th street, Chattanooga, Tenn. The Lincoln. Hiram Sorrell, ventilloquist, is lay- ing off at Chattanooga, Tenn. The Smith-Bright Players are in Lincoln Theatre, Cincinnati, O. The show is up to the standard. Mrs. Morrison Brooks cases the storm and tornadoes over clothes. The show on the whole is good. The PekIn. The Pekin is still running first-class pictures, Mr. Bridges, and health. Everybody in Gincinnati is anxious about Olive. The nurses are in St. Louis week of January 17. A SONG FOR THE ELKS. "At the Elks' Ball" is the title of a red hot song dedicated to the Colored Elks. Words and music by Thomas Buster Page, writer of "At Times," and published by Tom Page (the music man), at 108 S. Union Street, Lima, O. THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER "HOLIDAY IN DIXIELAND" AT THE GRAND—LORENZ TROUPE, MADELL AND ROGERS SCORE. [Name] C. J. JACKSON The Finest and Best Equipped Colored Jeweler in Chicago. Located at 3242 State Street. clever in part but must force her upper notes above faltering tremolo. Viola Braxton, Emma Smith and Mildred Brown complete the Dots. Behind them, white acts were exceptionally good. Mabel Fonda's trio of juggler dancers were immense and Madell & Rogers were two modern up-to-date jokers who pleased in wit and humor and the song, "My Mother's Rosary," made it Program of the Movies. States Theatre — "On Her Wedding Night," Saturday, January 15, and "The She Devil," Sunday, January 16. Business is big at this popular house. Attica Theatre — "The Wonderful Alive," Saturday, January 15, and "The Buzzard's Shadow," Sunday, January 16. This house is full every night. The Phoenix — "The Primrose Path," Saturday, January 15, and "The Silent Man." The Sunday feature, January 16th, is "The Little Gypsy." This house is full matinee and night. The Washington — "Graft" (series) and "Kystone comedies," January 15 and "The Iron Strain," Sunday, January 16th. Patronage is good. M. E. B. EDWARD W. BAILEY, JR. Pianist Theatre, Chicago, IL Current Literature. Shelton Brooks and Clarence Bowen, last Monday at the Palace Theatre on Clark street, meeting with their unusual success. The Six Musical Spillers are in the city at the North American Garden. Billy Spiller is one musician who has good sense. Billy McCarver and Theodors Parkey have been appearing at some good local houses. Mr. Pankey complains that they are unable to get their price to play the Grand, but they should. A. R. Poole, a popular musician, is in the city visiting friends after two years of travel for his health. Fred W. Gross, bartender at Al Russell's, is being highly commended for good service and good gentlemanly qualities and honesty. The report last week that Salem Tutt Whitney was the worst error. The manager of the case at Springfield, Ill. Hattie Akers, who was ill for a week at Hotel Brown, has fully recovered and returned to the company. Jack Smith and Will Glenn have re- turned from Peoria. They were at the Indiana Theatre last week with other local time to follow, intermingling with dates out of the city. Boyd Radcliffe is back from Tom Brown and Billy Johnson's High Step. He is back from Brown and Carita Day have joined hands and the team left for South Dakota over the Western Vaudeville Association time. Sandy Burns and wife, Gretchen Burns, met wife and husband in the Lincoln Theatre in New York. When I first saw Burns & Burns in Chicago, I told all the actors that Burns is a good comedian. Len Henry and Manager Thomas, of Washington, D. C., have offered them time. Margaret Ward was obliged to have an operation performed on her dislocated arm. She had been removed from a patient Hospital to her home in a serious condition, as we go to press. The following latest arrival of actors is Sam H. M. Davis, of Davis & Walker; John and Lizzie Roy are on the Western time. They opened at the Apollo on 47th street. "Toots" Davis and Eddie Stafford are, with杰森·斯蒂尔、Burke Stafford, the Columbia Nette Lewis has returned from the Pacific coast. J. E. H. CLARENCE JONES Pianist and Orchestra Leader, Composer and Arranger for The McKinley Music Company. The cabarets were made merry when Clarence Bowen showed up at the Elite Dave Peyton, Jack Davis, Toots Davis, and the other students. The Schooler, the lithographer, and the scribe were in the party last Monday evening after the shows. Then we went to Shelton Brooks, Shelton Brooks, Teenan Jones and Col Lee occupied a small table in the cen- ter. The place was jammed. I took occasion to toast Clement Bowen as he knew, you know; the only black Caruso." Hazel Elliott is the new entertainer at the Ranier. The Panama also had an audience of good size. Sammie Davis, the pianist, formerly leader with the Drake-Walker Players, was the patient hospital and complained that his treatment was undesirable. He was sent to his room, where Dr. Bribs attended him. He was not satisfied and the Consumers Company called and offered him first $50, then $100, which he did not give consideration. Davis was not satisfied and then he is good ground for a heavy law suit. In regard to private hospitals, I feel justified to take the poor of an race or color and in the lesser sectarian autocrats Sam Lucas, Veteran Actor, Dies at the Age of 75. The veteran Sam Lucas is dead. The most distinguished actor of his day is Sam Lucas, the former New York City January 9th of heartfaults, at the ripe old age of 75. That Mr. Lucas was a most noted character in stage life as an actor and song writer for the Broadway musical Sam Lucas was born in Washington, Fayette county, Ohio. He was reared and educated by the late Bishop Payne and written by Pauline Hopkins and was a cousin to Reed Kansom. He earliest career was as a dramatic actor when he appeared in the "Underground Railroad" written by Pauline Hopkins and the play Sprague. He joined Lew Johnson's plantation Minstrels at St. Louis in the 1950s and planted the Original Colored Minstrels at Leavenworth, Kans. Prior to his trip abroad he was refused application to become a Free Mason in America on his return to London and made in London, England, and afterwards recognized in America. While in London he was received and applauded, all principal halls were beckoned to him, and his return to America he joined the Hyer Sisters' Musical Comedy Company, playing Out of Bondage, "Carve Dat Possum." Others of his SAM LUCAS. man, manager of the Samaon Girls, died of pneumonia January 2, 1916. She was the only woman respectable purity whose presence was acceptable in the most exclusive society. HELEN GOODMAN—SAMOAN GIRL. Marcell Mitchell. Sam Gordon. Sam Gordon, the comedian, formerly of Dotson & Gordon, recently died in his health, after having dissolved partnership with Dotson, the dancer. **The Lonesome Place, Somewhere.** The stars peep down with a ghost-like there. In the field, and tombstones mingle there. In the lonesome place, somewhere—somewhere. Beneath the rays of the moonbeam glare. There is no passport or rate of fare. For glance forms must enter there. In the lonesome place, somewhere—somewhere. Away from trouble, sorrow and care. The morning awakes with a sunlight cheer. The singing birds all assemble there. In the loosest place, somewhere- Perhaps where spirits have offered prayer. —Sylvester Russell. NOTES FROM ROBINSON'S OLD KENTUCKY MINTRESTLS. (By Dennis West.) We are still winding our way along the dear old Mississippi and business holidays have made the business somewhat lighter than before the holidays. Nevertheless, prospects are favorable for a prosperous winter season, as the season has begun. We are less pleasant. Prof. West has strengthened his band considerably with the addition of Mr. C. A. Booker, solo cornetist of much acclaim in the organization, Mr. Powell, clarinetist, gets his share of the comments and then some at each and every concert. Smith is also coming musician. He is quite young but rapidly progressing. Mr. W. W. Whitman is arranging for a trip home. We had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Mark Veal, the Rabbit Foot Company, at his home in Greenville, Miss, where he was spending the holidays entertainer, I'll assure you. Make things pleasant? Well, I guess he did. Mr. R. S. Lovelace and S. McWilliams send best regards to White Horn and trap company with the Rabbit Foot Company, Dudley and Dudley would like to hear from Billy Mack. Regards by the company to all in and out. The company brings For advertising, The Freeman brings best results. TRIBUTE TO SAM LUCAS, ACTOR. I herewith submit a tribute to the late Samuel Lucas, that grand old man of the stage. The first child Tom of the day, He has played that part with the Kibble and Martin show during the seasons of 09-10. The second child Tom of the day, I still have my warmest friends in the profession, knowing you feel the loss of such a noble character as this man was. A Tribute to Dad Lucas. Just a happy son of stagland that you could be my love—Give me our other idols, In the big show up above. Keep this great big Yankee nation Laughing care away for years—For a million eyes of laughter, There a million eyes of tears. Fighting bravely to the finish; Cheeky to the friend—Tough he knew that death was falling, He "kept on smiling" till the end. And the Master in His goodness, Laid O' Dad to rest—While the angels placed a tambourine Of roses on his breast. What an all-star cast up there, Recruited from our race. A happy child always. Oh Dad! Save me a place. Just a few more "jumps" Before my season's o'er: Then I just leave true; That'll never close no more. Dad's in the Lord's big show-shop. He are salaries are never late— He just begin an infinite run, With never a return date. So drop the curtain softly, Performers, while you weep— Kneel and prostrate; He is helpless. THEATRICAL NEWS FROM EAST ST. LOUIS, ILL. (By Geo. C. Anderson.) The Drake and Walker Musical Comedy Co. closed a very successful week at the Gem Theater, of this city, Sunday. The show was titled "What that has all of the players were stars. At this place Mr. Drake lost two of his most promising players. Miss J. McKinley and Mr. Charles McKinley. They quit the marriage. As this is the ADVANCE AGENT. THOROUGHLY EXPERIENCED In hending Any show. Can Route and Post Bills; book wild cat. If you want a hustling agent; would like to hear from Campbell's Minstrels and New York Folies. Write all letters to Cliborne White, 118 Cora St. Durham, N. C. ..The "L" Restaurant and Lunch Room.. home of Mr. Creath, they will make their home here. The next stop of this "Fun Contest" is the Russel-Owens Stock Company, to reports, the Russel-Owens Stock Company has not disbanded, but the company is still on Monday night with a very good show. In fact, it is about as good a company as on her last week. A clean show is given and the patrons are thoroughly satisfied. MULE AND JEANETTE BRADFORD PACKING IN TO THE STREETS. Mule and Jeanette are playing a return engagement at Richmond, and are setting the audiences in hysterics in their closing number. ALEX. TOLLIVER'S BIG SHOW. (Al. Wells.) After playing to turn-away business the first week, we are now in our second week. We are now in the theater, Cook, the manager of the theater says this is the greatest show that ever played in this house, and has played to more stories than the theater. The shows that Mr. Tollier puts out are very classic and above the average Negro production. A show that comes to the crowd coming, and we wish him great success with his circus and musical extravaganza coming season. This theater always returns to this city, and any time return to this city, he will be a great support and support of the people of New Orleans. There was a very pretty wedding on the stage after the show Saturday night, and the known singing comedian, was united in wedlock to Miss Mary Francis, of this town, and to Miss Mary Gaines, of the accessor to the late Rev. J. L. Dennis, assisted by Rev. H. H. Dunn. The bride was given away by Madam Tolliver, assisted by the best man, assisted by Charles Gaines. The bride and groom were given a grand number on our the largest crowds that ever packed on the stage, and the number were turned away. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Williams have the congratulations to you, and wish them a happy and prosperous future. Ma and Pa Rainey send regards to their friends Lance Smith, Pa Rainey is still on the site list doing niceily. Wooden, the lady bicyclist, is making a flying visit to her home in Cairo, II. She will join us next week. We will have our friends in and out of the profession. NOTES FROM J. C. ROCHELLE S. S. S. COMPANY (Lawrence Glover.) Business improved and every one is here. We were visited in Corry, aP, by Mr. C. L. Erickson, of the Virginia Ministrels. He was very kind and helpful. Did law, Glover, wire artist, and Clark Goodley, faber lawyer, are still with show. Regards to all friends of the company. ST. LOUIS THEATRICAL NOTES The Smart Set at the Princess - Perrin-Crosby to the Book - Washington (By Herbert T. Headows.) The Smart Set Company is paying its annual visit to St. Louis this week (January 9). This capable aggregation play, headed by Sam Blanton, will be played at the Blanton Thompson is appearing at the Princess theater, one of the west-end houses that has heretofore been closed to Negroes. Not only are colored patrons welcome, but the manager has decided to open his house to them permanently. As to the Smart Set, the show and its members have been amply revived. The Freeman and it is sufficient to say that they have done well. They have in all the good things that have been done by the Negroes in "George Washington Abroad," is the best we have seen them in. It is a satisfaction to note that Mr. Whitney has been a great teacher from low Negro burlesque and are now showing the artistic side of colored talent. This idea is an advancement in the field of burlesque stage and the performers and will stimulate a revival of interest in colored burlesque in theaters in for much praise. He has always been an exponent of the best obtainable in talent; has always insisted on best possible accommodation to colored burlesque; and Louis means the reconsideration of the Negro in St. Louis theaters. The Negro in St. Louis theater has ber and should be greeted with crowded houses wherever it appears. Sid Perrin and Goldy Crosby with a company of eleven performers are filling a two-week engagement at the Wesleyan Theater, and finishing a good show. Their programs last week and this have been principally a musical and dance review with plenty of good rich comedy. The chorus is good and special scenery and comic acting adding realism to their various acts. * * * The Busselton-Owens Company disbanded on here on the occasion they have decided to reorganize. Most of the members are still in St Louis. THE "81" THEATRE, ATLANTA, GA The 81 Theatre is turning them away nightly, beginning with the usual 2 o'clock matinee and crowding them till 11 o'clock. It was indeed a great Xmas for the performers in the employ of the theatre, Mr. Bailley who so graciously gave one of finest dinners that money could buy. Of the 36 performers, all were perfectly satisfied thanks. Mr. Lyons Daniels was toast-masters and he made quite a hit. Speeches were made by the entire bunch. The 81 Theatre has the best bunch of performers that have ever played this theatre, and the nightly receipts are made by Mr. S. A. (Buddie) Austin, who is now producing for Mr. Bailley, has made himself popular by producing such show pieces, Pete, "Tom Manly's Luck," "Nell From the Double Bar Ranch" and several others, all of which were a decided success. The year manager of the Lyric Theatre, Kansas City, Mo., is chorus director. He is putting a medley of choruses and steps that get the people Miss Birdie Gypson is fast becoming one of the best dramatic readers in the colored press. She is proud and soul and is quite a favorite here. Miss Lizzie Thompson, the blonde Eva Tanguy, is stopping the show, and the blues are like cake Walk Ball. Miss Maggie Austin, a young member of the profession, is saying and acting her life, like she and she is coming to the front. Miss Mary Daniels, in the role of a villainess, is in a class by herself, having just the voice and the expression of someone. Some is natural for Mary. How about it, George? Miss Leola Jones is also a LINCOLN THEATRE Nashville's Leading Playhouse for Colored People High-Class Vaudeville and Motion Pictures Seating Capacity 800 Dates now open for all Stock Companies of 8 to 12 people. Must be A1. 1 Popular Prices, three matinees a week. and two shows a night on per cent basis. State all in first letter. Write J. W. KEAN, Manager favorite and she is surely doing the part of June in that Western two-act play, "The Butterfly," but on by Mr. Claborn Jones, who is easily among the best comedians. Mr. Frank De Lyons is still singing his version of "The Butterfly," he's the best yet. Mr. Edward Lankford has the whole city talking about him. As a villain he actually makes them laugh. Mr. George Stampers and his company of all-star actors are here and they made everyone take notice. He has a lot of fans, and they really harmonize. They are known as the Broadway Strollers, a very clever bunch indeed. He's the best world to work for than Mr. Charles Baller. S. A. Austin would like to hear from L. Dilla Watson, Bubber White, Ray "The Butterfly" and M. Kelly, Sandy Burus and Jolly Davis. We are all glad when the good old Freeman gets here. Lyon Helms and Dinah Scott are bringing the film. NEWS FROM WALKER'S GEORGIA ENTERTAINERS. Special to THE FREEMAN Walker's Georgia Entertainers have just closed a week's engagement at the theater. The management is more than pleased with this attraction and wants them to record breaking business for the Princess, the best this season for this house. Played Chapman, Kane, Thurlow, and many others, the Solomon, Friday, December 31, good business. The entertainers' Orchestra played the entertainment club Wednesday night after show. Nice crowd out and the orchestra was very many moons. Madame Crampton sends regards to all friends in and out of the profession. Alma, Kane, January NASHVILLE, TENN. (By D. B. Barry.) The Twelfth Avenue Theatre this week played an excellent bill. Bright colors, a well-called back it was, performance to thus appease the voluptuous applause burnt-cork and monologist, went bis with his act. Miss Essie Mackamore and dancers, did a nice turn. George Thomas, the stage manager, in his new act, but he has the same George proved that he has the sameinger in him in the days of yore. SCADDLE-DE-MOOCH COMEDY CO. (By Leon H. Cormick.) Special to THE FREEMAN. The company is still at the Dudley Theatre, St. Joseph, Mo., and has been joined by Messrs Walter Revels and William Glasby, who were secured from the Kibble & Martin Uncle Tom's Show. The company has a high-class drama of old Mexico, "Castellans" in which Miss Laura Whitneyangflower, who has great ability, Act 2 was a 30-minute musical skit entitled "In a Turkish Harlem," and it scored a big hit keeping the audience in an amused groove. Act 3 was "the Black Chaplin," and Mr. Glasby acted the chief comedy parts, "Ham and Eggs," with much music. Act 4 was Revels as a scream. Rev. Dorsay was a scream. Prof. Emmanuel Clark, the pianist who puts color in the sensational drummer, can in for lots of applause between the acts. Leon Clark and "Dudo" send Gegards to Lena Marshall. Jimmie Cox sends regards to Russell Ogeng' Stock Company. This company will make one-night shows. Tulsa, Okla., to follow. DEWAYMAN NILES AT THE QUEEN THEATRE, BIRMINGHAM, AL ARABA. (By Jerome McDowel.) There are some good and classy acts at the Queen this week. It was thought that the All Moni, the Hinde magician, would probably be the strongest act on the bill. But the Monday night's performance proved Dewyman Niles to be the favorable crowd, crowding them nightly to see him. Everybody declares that they have never seen a contortionist. Genty, in classy singing act, are good. They both have good voices. Dewyman Niles will leave Birningham, Miss, where he will rejoin the well known Rabbit's Foot Comedy Company. Miss, where he will rejoin the featured act on traction for two years. NOTES FROM DUKE DAVIS' PAL METTO AMUSEMENT CO. Special to THE FREEMAN. We are still in dear old South Carolina and Mrs Moxon, are off on a vacation. We have fivs shows and fifteen concessions. Salesmen. Salesmen. The clean up house. The ministrel show is cleaning up. Miss Mabel Tilman is singing "Wonder Where My Loving Man is making to make a great hit with the people." Mr. Walter Colins is still singing his same old song, "I Love the Ladies." Duke and Lena Davis sure have some act, not funny but good. He's not funny, and Mr. Teskire, Wilson have some act. They make good everywhere. Mrs. Johnnie Carothers is singing "The St. Louis Blues," and R is a riot everywhere. Mr. Hosie Camp, our interlocutor, sure is some stunt man. Prof. Adams and his ten piece band are not the best but are very good. Duke Davis sends regards to Al Boyd. Write some time. Seen and Heard while Passing By Salem Tutt Whitney With the Smart Set Co. 起 SEEN AND HEARD WHILE PASSING. The Serpent. I fear not the strength of an open foe, and naught of contempt do I feel. Who upown the gauntlet and says, "Let's go." There's a foeman worthy ones steel. I welcomes the fight from a candid foe, There's never a doubt where he'll stand. But who is aware how to dodge the blow From the rock in a hidden hand. Tis glory to vanquish an honest foe; Defeat holds no savor of shame. But how can one battle 'I'd like to blow' Gainst, the sneak who takes friendship's name. I fear me the man who takes friendship's art, A snake that refuses to hiss; Who bourns himself in the glow of my heart. Then betrays with a Judas kiss. Who's soul is befouled by the skin of greed. By envy and mean jealousy; What tries on my grace with his friendship's creed. Theresa's green. Is not fit for the hang-man's tree. Physicians there are who will succor me. And brokers who money will lend; But God must protect from the enemy When he takes the disguise of "Friend." —Salem Tutt Whitney. Are You of the Number Who always have the hammer ready for a downward stroke? Who begin, punctuate and terminate each conversation with the personal pronoun "F?" Who's craniums are of such abnormal proportions that they refuse to acknowledge anything worth while that has not had its emination from their think-tanks? Who are so narrow, onceceived, envious and jealous, the word in commendation of another's work if it borders upon the same lines as their own? Who, when asked by a manager, what they think of another's act, will say, "O, it is all right, the word I never could see it, but you may like it?" Who keep on butting until they butt the act out of a chance to make good? Who sit in a theatre and watch another performer's work and offers such a chance to the theatre and say, "attention of those about, and make opportunity of the occasion to boost their own stock?" Who rush up the scenes after the performance and shower the performers with congratulations on their excellent performance, and then walk away from the theatre and say, "they ought to be arrested for drawing that punk stuff on the public?" Who jump their boardbills thus making it difficult for other performers to find a decent stopping place? Who get drunk, fight, use profane and abusive language, thus bringing the whole profession into disrepute? If so, don't be confused with turning over our new leaf; get a new book and see what a wonderful record it is possible to write thereon for the new year. There is always room at the top because only a few have the will, the stamina and the courage to make the long journey as ascent before the door can be reached. "There's a Reason" for the decline in colored road shows. The movies must bear the greater blame, for the movies occupy most of the colored houses and the colored shows were to flourish. There never were but a few of the first-class houses open to our best colored shows. The movies have become a price point for second-class houses still available to a colored show, consequently managers hesitate to make a big outlay of money needed for the movies, or to place it on a par with the best white productions or the best of the Williams & Walker shows, because they see a chance on an even break on the money invested. Even if a colored company played nightly to capacity in the second half, with the low prices of admission would not support a company of 50 or 60 people receiving only moderate salaries. There is more first-class colored talent, of every variety, now than ever before. The organizing of colored companies is a small matter, the problem is where colored houses are placed and colored houses with adequate seating capacity and it is a hard proposition finding enough first, second and third-class houses to round out a sea- Mr. Chas, E. Barton is the only manager who has had the hardihood to keep a colored company and quite so large numerically as the best colored shows of the past, this season the Smart Set Show equals them in every part of the company. Mr. Barton must give to the public the largest, most magnificent colored company ever produced. The Smart Set Company broke all attendance records at the Grand Theater, Chicago, Xmas week. Three extra shows were given in the accommodated charming for the Sunday night it was necessary for Manager Johnson to send in a riot call, to present the wrecking front of his theater. It was impossible to prevent several of the glass floors in the lobby being the work has been partly enjoyed with the company, became suddenly ill and had to remain in Chicago. The part of Moana was taken as part of the return date of three weeks' run in the near future. Miss Hattie Akers, the clever little soubrette, the most work has been highly enjoyed with the company, became suddenly ill and had to remain in Chicago. The part of Moana was taken as part of the return date of three weeks' run in the near future. It is sincerely hoped that Miss Akers will be able to rejoin the company in St. Louis. Miss Ora Dunlap, of the company, had to return home on account of serious illness. She will remain with her mother in Noblesville, Ind. Word reaches us that Miss Emma Jackson has recovered sufficiently to leave the hospital, where she has been confined for more than two weeks. Miss Goldie Cisco and Miss Zulika Zernie, joined the show in Springfield and Dayton, Ohio. CULLIGAN'S NASHVILLE STUDENTS. Coy Herndon, Manager. After leaving Salt Lake City, Utah, we showed the interior of Utah for two weeks and then sailed for California. My contracts were with the company and I noticed that we did not go direct to California, as expected by myself and the company, that is, the larger cities; instead, our country was some inland country. We decided to celebrate Christmas before it came. There were H. Drake and Ethel Walker THE MASTER OF THE MASTER Drake and Walker offered what may be termed one of the Classiest Singing Acts in present day Vaudeville. Not alone do these clever youngsters do well whatever is assigned to them, but the manner in which they present their various accomplishments should be a lesson to the Vaudevillist who is striving to grasp one of the top rungs in the theatrical ladder of success. Theirs is an ac with refinement predominating. Stopped the show. Drake and Walker offered what may be termed one of the Classiest Singing Acts in present day Vaudeville. Not alone do these clever youngsters do well whatever is assigned to them, but the manner in which they present their various accomplishments should be a lesson to the Vaudevillist who is striving to grasp one of the top rungs in the theatrical ladder of success. Theirs is an ac with refinement predominating. Stopped the show. Leaving there, we jumped over a hundred miles to our old inland territory, where they come to see the stucco mansion. I went to the kitchen. Everything went on all right until Christmas night, and then a scandal came. I was in the theater counting the seats, and I saw all the boys were in the theater; that is, up by the stage, while Tolliver, the auto driver, and Finnis were seated near the door by the stove across from the kitchen. I was man passed me, but I paid no attention to him, until I heard someone say, THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER Drake & Walker Company, the "Bom Bay Girls" of 'forty-one—no police, and a bunch of heathems. The Christmas of 1915 in the village of ville Students. The show is paying full salary for Christmas week, with the money the same. This week we lost a night but got paid just the same. We leave here, we go to the school. 29, 30, 31, Fresno, Cal. follows for two days, and then the big city for a few weeks. The students send regards to the nineteenth avenue North, Seattle. ALEXANDER TOLLIVER'S BIG SHOW (Al Wells.) GIBSON'S NEW STANDARD THE ATRE. PHILADELPHIA. A treat is provided patrons of Gibson's New Standard Theatre this week at the theatre, not a note you would happiness is sustained. Fanny Wise by her graceful singing of several songs and arias proves that the beauty of an audience and her color returns is still a thing of vitality and brilliance. She was in much better condition vocally when she sang here last year; her voice this week was so powerful and as true to the pitch as it was in her golden era with Cole and Johnson's given great ovation being received with numbers of times each night. And her company of three young men offered a novelty in dancing, which was agreeably accepted and sang several new songs. Lulu has also figurely figure and wears stunning gowns. Ung Wu's troupe of seven Chinese, who were some extraordinary juggling, the act terminating with a slide for life from the dome to the pit by his "pig-tail." Braxton and Nugent, black-faced comedians, with their humorous offerings. Trixie Smith and Burton, two young ladies, with singing, dancing and persistence. The Walton Duo, musical artists, made music out of most any old thing, varied their musicals to a story more than they made themselves more acceptable. They deserved all of the applause they received. Their offerings filled in the rest of the bill. DANDY DIXIE MINSTRELS We are in the state of Idaho and business is good. Mr. W. H. Simpson and Luke Allen closed at Laramie Wyo. At Cheyenne we added two to our team, Ms. M. Baker, Baker, soprano, and Walter DeTressant, tenor. Both are making good. For the past few days we have been singing some. The stands in Idaho Wyo. impress us. The stands in Idaho put us just nine hundred miles in six days. We are in northwest Idaho, doing fine. All mail received is being Want to enlarge band to twelve pieces. Miss Bertha Lowe says hello to James and Addie White of the Georgetown School. She will bring her letter to Churchill and Churchill. I received your letter and will write you soon. She will send her letter from Elmer Sireman. Your letter came late, so write me again to the Sireman. Regards to the Sireman. Sireman sends regards to Dr. Gordon and says, 'I am getting mine.' W. C. Milford has been on the sick list, but is better now. Well, we are all doing well, considering the vast change in temperature and altitude we have undergone in the last four weeks. Lately we were about 600 feet and temperature 5 degrees, we are in 25 degrees below zero, altitude 5.900, at Moore, Idaho. More mountains to climb this week. The weather is very cool for Boys' pocketbooks bursted at Pocatello, Idaho. Light-well, they had a swell time. Best wishes. THE FREEMAN IN DETROIT. Notice the Freeman is on sale at C. T. Hernnds' barber shop, 285 Antioine street, Detroit, Mich. Frank "Jap" Reed is now in Florida, enroute with Prof. Eph Williams-Silas Green Co. He sends regards to all friends. George Christian upholstering and corner player, sends regards to Joe Miller, Frank Worthey and George Motto. All mail addressed care of the Freeman will reach me safely. Burns & Burns is the big drawing room, Danville, Va. They were highly entertained last Wednesday night by Mr. and Mrs. Brodnax, the proprietor of the Manhattan Cafe. Johnnie Woods, Minstrel Morris, Doe Doe Green, Hambone & Virginia, John Doe Green, Hambone & Virginia, at Queen Theatre, Chattanooga, Tenn., to capacity business. Minstrel Morris sends regards to friends. Address us in care Freeman. The Lincoln Harris players are having great success in the northwest Deadly Drug, a dramatic gem. Some say those kind of plays won't do for A. A. Lincoln is showing them different. Miss India B. Allen, that dashing soubrette and versatile artist, now has the distinction of being the only colorful white artist in the white artists on the bill in a white cabaret of Chicago. She is now in her second week and sends regards to the "proof" both in an outfit and in mail. Mr. Allen is first in the Grandy's residence, 3157 Bagshaven avenue. THE DRAKE & WALKER CO. Has Established Remarkable Box Office Records Through the Middle West—Playing Return Dates Everywhere—This Week at the Ruby Theater, Louisville, Ky.—Reviewed Monday Night, January 10. In a Merry Musical Production, "The Bombay Girls." LOUISVILLE, Ky. Jan. 10.—When the curtain went up in the merry musical production, "The Bombay Girls," audience gave a humbling, recent response that could have been stowed upon any company. This is a remarkable performance throughout, consisting of singing and display, duning in the stage, and many beautiful gowns. The theme of the story is altogether new. It is a riot, a tale to make and William Bailey, in black face. The Passing Show in Washington. (By B. W. Thompson.) ..12th Avenue Theatre.. New Management J. T. HOBBS, MGR. Can use 4 acts each week—Write or Wire. H gh Class Vaudeville. NASHVILLE, TENN. The White House 1100 Church Street First-Class Board Good Meals Served Near 12th Avenue Theatre J. H. WHITE, PROP. Nashville, Tenn. AT LIBERTY A No 1 Trombone Player; can double 2nd Violin. Read and experienced Alvin Robertson, 2407 Saratoga St. New Orleans, La. Sheet Music Free to All. Don't pay for music when you can get the Very Latest Compositions Free. Send for particulars. Address Chas. McClain, 142 W. 28th St. New York Cty. WANTED Musicians 1st Howe's Great London Circus: Cornet, baritone, trap drummer, bass drummer that can sing and dance. Address, R. N Jackson, 412 Quarry St. Nashville, Teen Watermelon Trust House SUE GRUNDY, Prop. First Class Accommodations for Pro fessional Accommodations. 3157 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Illinois The Kid H. Thomas House When in Chicago Visit the KID H. THOMAS HOUSE Furnished Rooms and Bath Light Housekeeping Still wants good Vaudeville Acts and good Comedy Companies. None too large for this Theatrical Company. Will be very promptly, Write or Wire for open time, LYONS DANIELS, Stage Director and Manager. Wants Good Acts of all kinds. For Now and Later state Full Particulars for Future Reference. Save stamps if you can't "Make Good." Queen Theatre Chattanooga, Tennessee Wants to hear from all good acts. Letters answered same day. Address Sam E. Reevin, Mgr., 318 Pine Street, Chattanooga, Tennessee The Most Beautiful Theatre on the South Side First Run Motion Pictures of the Highest Quality. Everybody Welcome 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 Booking good stock companies, vaudeville performers and road shows. No act too large, but must be good singers and cancers. Send mail to Ed. Lee and D. V. Hooper, Managers. ODaniel & Russell Engraving Co. PHOTO ENGRAVERS AND ELECTROTYPERS. Halftones and Zinc Etchings in one or more Colors 'QUALITY WORK AND PROMPT SERVICE 122 E. Ohio St. Indianapolis WANTED! Dreamland Theatre TULSA, OKLA. Singles, Teams, Trios, Stock Companies and Road Shows. Lobby Display and Costumes must be First Class. Will send tickets to right parties. Write or wire J. W. 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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 Pe 906 = Se RR en Dy s =| TREEMAN S:atesPORTSANEWSie FROMMSPOLE AIO 2 eh Oler eS pene UA lel avec ar i : ie pai URI a as : t 5 Jet {arg yy ~ ey LT pREMEEERGRSE SSSR Tae A aS jess WILLARD AND FRED FUL-| BATTLING JACK RUSSELL Rupsell has fought Atty-cight battles] were the eueste, of honor at the Wari E and has never been knocked out by | residence, mas even TON WILL MEET IN REN on 7 Ree na acer pee cine class. 1 |. The Poll Tax, League, held a mos LEANS AS PREVIOUSLY Writes About Getting His Collar Bone|*™ willing, to bring Russelt any place interesting smeeting leet eecetaien the world to fight, am weight, |1n the Interest, ofc oer PLANNED. @ Broken—Says That He is As Good [no matter if its Freddie Welan, Willie | Dallas paying thelr poll tax. Severs i ria aarti e edussell has never| short talks were made and a livel CHICAGO—The Jess , Willard-Frea As Ever, Hirehie or anyone. Russell bas Nes" | Campaign was launched to get all in Fulton twenty-round ght | for the ene side stepped anyone. | ¥ nave + pong | terested men, old and Young, to have Heavyweight championship of the world | Who never stalls, but Aehts (ro Boter | receipt, that will permit, them to vot rag nok been, calls Ot ae ca NeUReSE parent Me te Gal whet pitmoters ia the’ aaen, manager oe Battling Jack US| Pasian” ofthe’ United, Staten down fast weel w erm .e promoters Inthe ; t us’ |Prenident’ of the United States down ast week, it inaity, planned, and will | southern states that T am up again and / S22: the worle’s Hehtwelens Charnbion- Chairman Disaon and his various. 60 orleans a8 uring: Mardi Gras ‘week. (all T want to do is to drag Johnson |Monteomery A.C. Montgomery, Als: | workers are all busily engaged in thi iis fact "was learned today when it |into the ring again, “It looks as it ——__—_. Work fora much larger success tl Became nswn, nat the beri van; [there 920 chance, forme, agin, be, | WISHES TO KNOW, THE ADDRESS 7 | raster notel If now I became now mmatch, schoduled for’ the | cause Johnson and his manager are too "e new Frasier hotel is'now locates Ered, Fulton, thin’ month, was but a | yellow” to take any chance with me. OF MOSES FINNEY. at the "corner of Bolland North Gen latter Dart of ficing Fulton to south: {J have walted long enough on’ Mr. Leo saat ral avenue, Bverstning mew. fo means, of Intrrag because Crescent City |Johnson and his manager to make SP | wWouta 1 {are cordially invited to call and inspec raofen id! aot know. Fulions ability | thelr mind. to" aecept my challenge Yo | gayi tit, “eter aa cid Binney | MES", Bit ete hs opie did, nesuncement of the post |fsht me again. Now Mfr. Woodmang | Moses Finney. known as Kid Finney.| The new Fythian Temple Bere o Moment wan mad, Fulton, of course, |Boston, if you think Leo, Johnwon is | Hy'™GqeAigert Deine, ‘Hanohalts Ht Se renas ta ateually etthe Hoe mens to beat Flynn to secure the |the colores ‘weight in. the eee ncn Monae exan is cing completa, Pf, ut thin le thou, wil | wortd why don't he ignewelght Jn the 1. Schofield Barracks, Co. Ey 25th Inf Sha’ will soon “be finished, for” gee fenton the Minnesota glant. [some of the good boys? Now, will Dancy for the branches of Texas, Hay et ttf the above statement |fahe Johnons winner ‘to. take’ all, or NEW ORLEANS, LA. You'seen it?) It is the most taliced”o Further Preesm the following facta: |spiit, I will Aght anybody you. want se Structure by the race regardless, ‘You 1 phcittra turned down w big offer|me to ght. Tam Johnson's master, Ingpection Ys invited, fighters, turned, GOW ele Germ fe LE bak to tne Te Tonks |, damaica Kid, the fast welterwelent,| "We have a large number of sae burn eater Fant AEM hte Mipeeties [Bitue it Loaee e obaces wick mime | WHO, cisiiog the welterwclune, cham: | ert of, Roth sexes in Uollay, 06 Be care Yate Teint ste the east. Mike [L would like to meet Mr, Johnaon the |Plonstsp, of the world by whipping |ful with your matcher, 208 ieee aa iherter pot anager, hus rented «| 20-round route in New Orleans, La, or| Gorilla Jones, who, claims | the ttle, /now and all the Peng. day’ OF night hing, Fulton* Winter it New Orleans |any place, I choose New Odieans as {samalca 1s now considered the weltcr, |orgers a4 the Anet Or merrell, retutnec tage for the wi tand Fulton's fami: [that 18 the only place near where we | Welsh’ champlon of the world. Gorits | Mra. ide, Wetter or weeks. viait her : ao einen nar Jean. ge the S0veound lite’ Je he will | tat, "ya" Pat auinalce Kid fn" egeo®| with net ous, “Cane, Watts am Fie promoters object, in Acoeping Jaccept this challenge T will meet him |iousa, "La, where he was defeated. in| family, 2629 ‘Trinidad street he Qicle plan, te to “bulla” Fulton fin New Orieana in March, or any early {he Afuecntn round, and was rematched | ‘The residence of Mr, and Mra. La to, a point where Ment fone will}date that Ne and bls manager may | witn ‘Jamaica in Mobiroy, Li; where| Jones was burned last Monday night Jeratand that he is the real chailen: |desisnate, 2 Tamaica was’ awarded the decision in| it was covered by insurance. wtand this Me, who is behind the | After I have made my tris'to Colum-|qhe"veenvicth rounds after, knocking | Cupid is in the lead here, i, ploged Hignit a Sutton aupon | tus, Gay, twill go thers to took 8p [orha “down ave iinet bne "voters | Calmp is in the limellgne and theweo Pon see sete adoran | While thove twill Be on an extibition | wantes, x2 Sop ANS, SEN? «os .gte the| nual harvest sree oe ing to Ket titer Known men, bout with them. But the man [am|iimit. Gorilla took the title from Bd-| Mrs, Willie Mac Kennedy is at homs But the man I am|limit. Gorilla took the title from Ed-| Mrs. Willie Mae Kennedy is at hom n proce t tes JASEBALL MACHINES, NOT THE STARS, WIN CHAMPION- pee The opinion has been pretty generally pressed. thatthe Chicago” Cubs. wil Pine strongest team. in elther big Fugue next soar, Decause of the Bix ‘blleetion of atarn Rerded into the clu ii) tie combination pf the Cubs andthe Ieral Whales. As gn. old baseball ‘Giver, 1 doubt it” Too many stars er make a great ball club, ny aia. Connie Mack Dreaic up the Me Athletics after, thelr defeat, by ignton Braves for’ the | world's amplonship? It was still the. best ‘king club Jn. the’ eountry ‘and a tng’ ons, A. friend. of Conte's moked. him this question. Many others tito naked him, but Connie answered tnly the friend, for he talks Hittle, ex- peclally” to outsiders. “Well, Tit tell you." replied Mack, ey hu raised most of those boys and tured them along. "We had @ great Taiclub until lot of them Began thinking they were stars. ‘That was whut beat us In the ,Wworld's” series Miinat ‘Boston. don't want £0. Ko ‘frouth the league managing @ lot of prime donnaa Maker Will be up axainst this prob- jon “the great machines of baseball have een ‘the. ones put together by Erctul work and not by organizing. iNwelalaes into @ ball” club. Comin= ties! thled to buy’ himaelt & pennant iA atuson ‘by. spending money. more Vitravagantly and faster for stars than (urbefore in the history’ of baseball fie he could not do-it.” He didnot ive the machine, and machines win thamplonships fou tinker will be batting with tem- yetiments of all kinds. when ho gath~ vey fly’ flock of players together. He Wi pretty: nearly have two. Kod -men Jor dvery position, and this. abundance vo't help, good. feeling ae all. Some= Ti vill be sore, Ho. will alag’ have many outfielders.” I predict in- rouble among. the Cubs unless ars fe"quite a little house cleaning athe season starts, andy if. he malts. hg won't know which men taljo. | Heleasing "players now yo rhean a lot of critietsm, ab the Biacinys 0€ Shafer on third s feared the, recent trouble be~ (eraok and MteGraw. , When Pres ike with the Chants 6ov~ ral years ago, MeGraw traded him to Boston, a scrap, with Meginnity haying romething to dor with the move, On Nie hast vinit to. the. Giants. Herzog ot along ail right until Sater, who ti hut playing center fleld, decided fs bow the team one day fm the mniddte Ae things have turned out, 1t would ave been a good thing itt had tet afer ko. buck to Los Angeles, where eivanted. to go, at that time. Fe= need Stecrawsthe other day ih dls= sewing this teident Tut Awe ‘chased’ MeCormick, Sha~ jue roommate, down to the station to ercept. the. temperamental player sho had bought hiw tieket, checked his frank and whipped his automobile back Los Angeles. Shater came. back as pat on thitd. base, Herzox fing to. the bench, Here is’ Herzie’s Nealon of that story: ‘Shafer Mid one to college In Calt- fonin with Fred Snodzrass, and, when Niciraw put hlm-In-center feld. and eodrase on the. bench,” anys Herzog. te thanent. "he way takinge his -chums i “phereccre, "Shafer. made. up. hts Sing tor quit so’ aw not to stand Ih the ay of nis pal. MeGraw. promised him The would come back he would give hin Jobin. the infletd, so 1 had to pe ie, fall guy, and 1 was sent Jo the Herzoe hue wince been thekled to eats because he was traded to return eShncinnatt and Shater refused to re- fir Necraw.s bas missed Herzoe, isto ip ho denying that. Siac himneelt iim still glad Shafer ran out,” de- Jared 'Herzog to me the last time i Aiithia made trouble on the Glants. Joa ‘Tinker will find the goin tough fre the same’ reasons, Nobody. in’ the Yerld can ever convince a veteran he not ‘as good ‘ae ‘the man Who. has Been piaced in him Jobs ne Rely aeatheweon, HONUS WAGNER'S AMBITION. Honus Wagner hag this ambition— swing on four more years until he 8 fortyenve—to play In, 8,000. games Yel to make 4,000 hits, At frat notice ic 'seciny tor be Beyond all Howte. Tt soni pesbabtgy—buty after all pare lant season, tp bis forty-fea at layed theouBy mes, ining ‘hace, Ate. led the shorts ‘oon in" qelding and” ranged second Sits the shortstops of his League in pile Sos not quite the Wagner of fe vears ao, ‘but he ati was far fom brine thvough, "EhFee,more ea ‘oo wil fut him over the. 8,000-eame fire) tic" there iw iltele shames. tint Aigeer wil'mance the "735, bage its stnry" to complete. a. 4 0. Te \oulahe beyond ail reason St gue Wasn't Wagner, ‘M CORBETT THINKS THAT HE INTRODUCED THE LEFT HOOK. wan {yiltt, Combett’s opinion that /he famone’ ory Orst man to use the "388 lt" hook Corbett sald: oor ith" tet nook Before any may fag thovent of it. TL tell you how I Aiete hit on the idea. T was SRUne oe Chosuake. Bing history fhe piel ou that all owe bouts were Shardeet over fougnee dn the barge a fei (tet broken the knuckles of Mi tact On, Joe's ard, head, | face than he owas AME. 7B Bi og aevatal tmesy with fore tlt 'bat my Knuckles were frac- fog, fop| 8! So do some tall think ff or oe wie Gs trong as a Dull Sogmine ike: the winds fhe te oF Jubbing stralght out from Rechovlacr. Le" aa always done, T Ain y(@ (um my left hand and hit Teor’ ,{'* Inside of my closed fist. Ae to inake ‘the blow effeetive I fii"? hock it in all the. thme, care- IXY Nohling' a comtaet between his Sort" Wy, Sore, kauekiee Twas it0 the putes force #1 could put avoid uch that had. always. been fine yu (ause ot the canger of in~ agit larme Knuckle of the thumb. ech it Murked| Joe ‘out. completely ang’, Snow that ft awan the be= ot the Tefe hook” ‘The Freeman to AGRERLEE he Gio cman in Memphis, Tenn., at Globe News Stand, eo Beale Ave. BATTLING JACK RUSSELL Writes About Getting His Collar Bone Broken—Says That He is As Good ‘Ae Ever. |, Sporting Editor of the Freeman— Permit me to tell the promoters In the southern states that T am up again and ail T want to do ie to. drag ‘Johnson into the ring again. “Tt looks as I there is mo chance for te again, be- cause Johnson and hie manager are 90 yellow to take any chance with me Tohave waited tong enough on air. Leo Johnson and his ‘manager to make Up helr'mind to" accept my, challenge, o ight me again. Now afr. Woodmang Boston, if you think Leo. Johngon. ts the. best. colored Hghtwelght in. the wond why don't he tatgh him ayaing ome of the good “boys” Now, will fight Jomnhon, winner to, take’ all, 0 sm ‘will ight anybody you. want Molto nght. fam Jonnson’ master, fina ‘Pai Willing’ to prove ft, To. the public if t caw'get a chance with him. Pivould ike tormest ‘Mr. Johnson’ the 2ocround route in New Orleans, La, oF anyplace. “1 choose. New. OBeais) 8s that Ts"the only place near where we can go the 20-tound Hmit, Te he wil ecept this challenge Twill meet him in New Orleans in March, or any early Sate that he and his manager ‘may designate, ~ “cMfler T have made my trip'to Colum- tus, Guy Twill go. there to look. up Tuite Wordon “and. also “Kid Monday. While there T will beon an exhibition Vout with ‘tem. Bue the man {am after Is the fellow who nas « decision ‘over me, Leo Johnsen, He received the Geeision’ over me in New Orleans, and I must get It back, "Chad Johnson beat= tn from the first ‘up. (0 the” sixth Found, when 1 broke two smalt bones Tn'my. wight and’ Johnson. was given the fight, but he claimed that he had Knockad’me out ‘I have fought ‘Atty- seven haitien and I have never been Knocked out by anyone. I am the same Batting sack Russel, the world's lights Wwelkht champion. Address all: mail to Montgomery A’ G, Montgomery, Ala, ARTHUR STIGALL IN RICHMOND, IND—SHOWS CLASS IN HIS WORKOUTS. “The Item" of Richmond, Ind. has the following to say of arthur Stiga, Who in in thee city taking on ensue: menta: Stigall 1s in splendid condition, be. ing only three pounds overwelint, but hetwants to ba in the best possible’ con- dition when ‘he. loosens. up here, 6c Senteraay” afternoon. he “started. traln- Isg“Gnd’ gave an exhibition before a erowa of Seolored sopinry fiat showed Serene infprovement in form since he Entered ar focat rine. ‘Giibert Eppa, Billy ‘Tracey and other local boxe put on the gloves with Sti- fails and te toyed with them, show- Mie same tuncy work and holding them aif om without any trouble. iat the concenmun of, opinion of those who saw Arthur Work last year that’ne has improved. slot. and Js in etter condition that-he has ever been, Biigan “nents. at 185, and at present Weluhs but 13s, 90 some Mea may be Mathered of the care he has been tak~ Mie'of niinselt.” He is ready right now toventer the ting and wive a Hood ac. Sount-of Mimself and bout between Nim'‘and "erry." Nelson. ‘should. be & Slashing affair, but. there is no. chance Of that’ taking’ place until atter Nelzon fgnts Tommy" Dilton on January 18 Be- fore the Quaker Clty Athletic Club. fefy the meantime Bengon Is) making every effort to secure a faster boy thas Neisdn’to stack’up againat Stigall, and little Arthur anys that Benson can not fot anybody in this part of the country Fim ‘enough to keep him warm There fe no doubt bue chat Stil ts In Ane form,” tn hia workout yesterday Mo fwas'ae quick ns" flash and toyed With those ‘who faced him. His mus- Glos appeared tp quiver for work, Dat fhe "could not loosen “up against the Rmateurs that stood up against him, Amine worked ‘under « leaseh. GEORGES CARPENTIER WILL RE: TIRE. Had Become Idol of France—Seriously ‘Mentioned to Mest Jack Johnson. NEW YORK, January §.—Georges Carpentier, the’ famous French heavy- weight, is going to retire from the ring. “he boxing idol of France has an- nounced that he would take up avia- tion Immediately after, the war he reat Aghter started. to learn tying sn the air shortly after the war broke out. Since then he has per- formed ‘wonderful feats. Only. a few Weeks ago he was decorated with the Ihiltary "cross "fbr “sapectal work “Tho retirement of Carpentier will bet big lost to the ring. He was Faplaly reaching the top of the ladder In'the puailistle world when the war started.) in” fact, he, was all but matched to fight Jack Johnson for the world title, LES DARCY, AUSTRALIAN MID: DLEWEIGHT CHAMP, WILL MEET KNOCKOUT BROWN. CHICAGO, January 8—Les D'Arey, Australian. middleweight “champion, wei mix January. 15. with | George (knockout) "Brown, of “Chicago, at Sydney, Auatralia, uccording to, a let~ ter from Brown” received in Chicago foday.. adie Megoorty, Jimmy Clabby, INNS’ Murray snd Jeff Smith "all have fad'a trial against the Augtralian phe- hom “and were beaten.'Though not Renerally. considered as clever as Me- Gcorty, Brown Is a tough proposition to knock out. Freddie Gilmore, the local Welterwelght. star, will mix to- hight a Sydney with Tommy, Wrenn, Australian champion in’ that class. Showy Baker is promoting the bouts. Glimore wrote friends In Chicago that the Sydney fight fans are thirty-third degree Dukes. KANSAS HAS MORE CHAMPION HORSESHOE PITCHERS THAN ANY OTHER STATE. TOPEKA, Kas.—Kansas lays claim tor beine ‘the home ‘of champions, in many branches, but’ apparently the Etat nas more champion horseshoe Pitchers than any other state in our present peaceful country. ‘Three world's championship. pitching matches have been held within the State's borders in the last few months and efforts are being made, it has been Announced, to arrange fora fourth. A. fE' Hollingsworth has sent forth a chal- Tonge to the world from Quenemo, Kas Hollingsworth, in his challenge, asserts that he defeated the champion’ flinger, at Kansas City, aix straight games last month. Hollingsworth has the unique record of never having lost a horseshoe Ditching contest, which Is some record. BATTLING JACK RUSSELL, THE LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMP, SAYS PETER JAMES, HIS MAN- AGER. Sporting Editor of The Freeman— 1, Peter James, the manager of Battl- tng Jack Russell, the world’s best pugi- st, am willing to lay coin down on it T would like for you to issue this chal- Tenge In your paper that Little Arthur Stiga Is not the undisputed champion Of the world because Ne was to fight Russen in ‘Tulsa, Okla, op July 4, 1915, for the undisputed championship of the Worlds ‘But they’ were not matched £0 Row { would like for some promoter fo call for there three boys. They are Leo Johnson, Little Arthur Stigall and Battling Jack Russell, ‘These three doy are the best lghiwelght fighters In’ the world, white or Diack... Call them together and let them faht for the colored lghtweight champtonship Of the world, and then we all will know Who fe ‘and who is not the champion of DP Annginndin rg THE FREEDIAN, AN ILLUSTRAYED COLORED NEWSPAPER Runsell has fought fifty-eight battles and’ has never been knocked. out: by Anyone in the lightweight class. im eiuing, Yo orig Ruawelt ang” place the world to fight any ghtwelht, Ho maticr if 1 te Freddie Welsh, Wille Ritchic or anyone. Russell has never side stepped anyone. I have = boy Who never stalls, but Aghts from gong Yo cone. Address ail mall to. Peter James, manager of Battling Jack Rus- tell, the world’s lightweight champion, Motitgomery A.C, Montgomery, Ala. WISHES TO KNOW THE ADDRESS ‘OF MOSES FINNEY. Would like to know the address of Moses Finney, known as Kid. Pinney. Home supposed tobe in_ Pittsburgh, Pa"Mr. Albert Prince, Honolulu, # L, Schofield Barracks, Co. E, 25th’ Inf. NEW ORLEANS, LA. Jamaica Kid, the fast welterweight, wito claims the welterweight cham Dionship. of the world by whipping Eoritia yones, who claims | the. title, Jamaica is now considered the welter- weight champion of the world. Gorilla Baal whlnped: ail the: boys in nis class Until he fought Jamaica Kid in Bozo- Joust, La, where he was defeated. In the fifteenth round, and was rematched with Jamatea in MoBlroy, La, where Jamaica was awarded the decision. in the twentieth round, after knocking Goritla ‘down’ five times. ‘Phe referee Wanted to stop the fight, but, Gorilta Was game and. managed’ to stay the iimit, “Gorilla took the title from Bd- dle Palmer in a twenty-round contest at’ the Orleans. Athietic Club. Eddie had whipped such bovs as Willie Lans- ford, Kyle Whitney, One-Round Charlie and Young Jack Johnson. He knocked Out Wille ‘Langford at Tulane Ath- etic Club in the fourteenth round, also Ws awarded the ‘decision “over, vie ney In. twenty, rounds. Gorilla Jones “Knocked out Ryle Whitney in Mebiroy, Las in the eighteenth round, Which was to have been a twenty-round Contest’ also, beat Young Jack Johnson St Madison Square Garden in New Or- Teans,"' Now! here comes! Jamaica ‘who, by whipping Gorilla in two battles, is now claiming the welterweight cham- Dlonship. He. Is open to all_comers at Tos"pourids. He is under the manage- ment of Kid Green, South Rampart and Tafayette streets, New. Orleans, La., and can be reached at that address. CHALLENGE. K. 0. Grant, of Cuba, challenges any man in the World at from 183 to 139 pounds, “Grant would like to mest, Leo johnson oF Little Arthur Suggal. Pro: inoters and matchmakers can send all communications to Frank Grant, 634 Bryant Street, Savannah, Ga. KID FIELDS, FORMER COLORED FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPION, TALKING IT OVER. In looking ;over the present-day championship ‘bouts I tind they are Yery much Inferior to those of former days. ‘The champions are a bunch of dodgers, and the promoters are in foo big a hurry to get the change. A Promoter should never match a cham- pion with a novice. ‘The challenger Should be a boxer of wide reputation. The public should not allow a cham- plon Ko make his own matches, for it fs natural he will plek soft marks, He is not to be blamed for that, for half of the champs are cowards and do not care to meet a real fighter. In Peter Jackson's day he fought any man the public demanded as did John L. Sul- livan, Fitsimmons, Joe Gans and many others T know of. Size don't. make any difference when challenger Is a Aghter of the first type and he is a champion. maybe. For that. reason T think Jack Dillon is the most logical opponent for Jess Willard among. the whitehopes and Harry Wills among the Coloredhopes. As far as Fred Fulton is concerned he never beat a good man in his career.” Harry Wills, ‘Tom Couler, Frank Moran or Jim Coffey can beat Fulton. ‘they have been be- fore the public longer and are better Ikea by ‘the public. If either of the above mentioned were to fight Willard Instead of Fulton” the box’ receipts would be much larger. So lets pull for our home boy, Jack, Dillon KID FLELDS, WHAT'S DOING IN SPORT. DALLAS, TEXAS, NEWS (Freeman Headquarters, 2922 Cochran St., Phone Haskell 6956.) By Col. J. G, Griffin and His Boys. Mr. J. H, Hudson, of Oklahoma City, returned there after: spending several Gays here visiting his daughter, Mrs, Sake Ward, 3008 ‘Thomas avenue, Bifar . b.Grman teat home after a pleasant holiday stay. and was the guest of Mr. and Ars. R.A. Campbell Ana family, of San Antonio. "The name of Iittie Dock, Zimerson. the barber, should go into the records as being one of the oldest Freeman Teaders around and about Dallas, Tex. ‘Learn to treat your colored patrons right, Mr. and Mra. Colored Merchants E¥erswhere we hear these complaints. Mra Sally Streety Is" back’ from M@fother Turtier tx viaiti fother Turner Is visiting her daugh- tera'in Marshall for an indefinite stay- ‘Treat the colored men and. women volitely a8 you do others. it they wil Tet you do 0." Then go just one bet- ter and be courteous. ‘he leap year club is being framed up. ‘ite. Sid Bollon. Captain Thomas Cole, Mr. J. W. Wilson have been roughly handled by lagrippe, but are on thelr ups. now. Mir. and Mrs. Wil Grice haye sold gut, and tone to Kansas City. Mo. 'to Rev. C. A. Bryant made a visit to his flock here and preached and. de- parted to other felds that were more Benlal to him, we are informed. ‘Mr. Fred Alexander and Miss Della Snipes, of Oklahoma: City, who were here visiting Mr. and Mrs. Jake Ward; ‘Were ‘married here and departed for Kustin, Tex, the past week ‘Miss’ Ada Haywood and Miss Gar- field Humphrey. of Oklahoma City, were the guests of honor at the Ward Teidehts, Was homes avons Shout ane League, held 2. mos incetesding meeting lst ThendeY aight Inthe Bi ePest ef ‘colored voters of Banla. paying tnete poll tax Several hort” Eis eres made and, a ively {28a was launched to-gel all in teretted men, old and young, to havea ‘receipt that will permit them to vote TESGRY cit" cotning elections. trom ee President” of the United" Staten’ down, Glsists Bisson and ‘his various” workens "are al busty engated im’ chs Werk’ for''s much larger suseess this year ; ‘The now Frasier hotel Is'now located at ite SOiner af ‘Boll ana North Gone tialMacenter Yverrining “mew Sou re cofialliy invited to call and’ fnspect theif*new duartere at any. time, {ihe "new Pythian ‘Temple here 0 thafmatchiess order ef the Kor 2 of Texas is steadily peng. completed Shavit soon ‘be fntaned, for” geeus Diltey"far fhe’ brencnes of Texas, ave You heen 13 ie is the most taliced of Hetcture hy the race renardless- Your ingpeetion is invited Yechiee a larwermamber of gas burn. ext ot oth exes in Dalian, 6 be care BoE ith ote atenea. tes tea ‘vexr How "an the: preachers hae Push Uedors at the Kod tying day or night Sine iia"Watte, of errell, Pecurned toNhte Nona after week's vist here rik he eouain ae, “Cage” Watts nd Tomi Bels Weriaad street, "Phe residence of Mes and Mrs. Lamm Jones war burned last Monday sieht Teta edvered by Hnsurances Cupta Ss" in the ead here, white Od clita inthe Mimeitgnt ana thet wou SEU" Bosl eatéra are having thels" ans Airs Wille Mao Kennedy is at nome aster avenge wisie to het mother, at Rockatier Fexas iro"Miesumin Steel, the Frogtown sofee’ singer Is there’ when It omen O'singine 1°. Re ind @ Ave gallon can of gas: oxlne was "distorered by" Stesers "De Hoda Cagper and others. last Sanday hight Swhteh would. have vcauaed the Reine amd store of Ste, Hw: eott, the Cath’ beer ty Rave jon ub in Hames fia! ches. ft found Ie buenitg and pat Heath hey inotifed "Ste Beate: 2nd the’ withoritles, who are now working on the ean, "phe eat’ th. thele only aust fos mich a dlabolleal frame’ up on smite’ amin at ‘avons tg know he auto for auen' nlabolieal frame up on fin Wusiness gna the ives of ms whole faml}y" in wu a manner. Hels wall tive for casn Just the same and ae the sting place” He owns ‘the “sore. ani inna and in a. colored. ‘nelgnborndod, AO8 sate treet hte, Bee Stultin ie back from, an jurient” cul” 9" Muskozo," Okla, "ida sveek in the interest of some entate lett by an uncle who. died some ime. ago Hl “Cxprested’ himself ‘aw belng very weit pleased ut the condition ef affair Bethey were ahown to. him "while ere. ‘Thinks to Mr. Joe Lundy for stein. Me"Gitnton'Tivashimaton, he eSpare cay riveg. and) repalter, Ot this city fete for New ‘vont “City last uenasy to take charge of the cars of Mr. J. Howard ‘Arang, thet banker, formerly Oe this cig he friend of Me, Wash fngton heey wish him the beat of od selehes Rout Succean Tn ‘hls ewe el of Inbor” Say “he ever" nes mimatul st Eo up, £0 the very" top" in his chosen Drofebsion. ‘January’ 12 marked another new era to” our pegbles “progress dn thie lt By Hers” FWateon pastor at Macedgita” Baptist church, where an Upstosdate reatinge room Nas been, int faite with ‘al the inte. Book maga Einen ngwapapert and where ont Study, "the"popalace of the metropolis Savi long may the. servlceutlo ge be ihge of Rev 'S. Bs Wataon. Stra McHenry. ia back home accom- panied by ier hlece, Mins Wille Green, Iho wel "be her home. quest for" Whe 'Sat Norah Auten agree MMe” na tra. Chas. "Swartz Cooper are having a rent house built’ on thelt aiigen” ety. property ‘The Star,”the ‘Mammoth, the Park anal"Grand’ Central thestets ‘ah, have zh rade moving pictures and boting ie" Coming’ feature if not averdane By nase’ who ‘age after ehe coin “Phe eéioreih poke nave proven reat draw" {ne "earda for" both races" and, very Hout has” been Targety" attended ‘here the grafters have not had a chance Fe Mir, Luther B, MeCoy and nia famous uariet have, hewn vere huby‘Ateeley ‘Goleman, Raines and McCoy. Some Nownis the time to renew your sub: scription: ‘See! me or" phone” “Hasicel 6956. * me Mi. W. Brgckin, who visited ia brotiicr and’ family, at Miubbara, ‘res reurnea home” aves, Mies Overkiad router Beinagie nis wite Sage evar {hin Weeks" He rtporte a brether tail" well owing to hi wite' poor health if you fail to Ket the Freeman, look up a6. Gritin “ana he will tee, that Wes in Sour home ie ‘pall for 0. a McDONALD (PA.) NEWS. Sunday morning and evening we ls. tened to two elegant sermong preached by. our pastor, the Rev. G. B, Sallie. Monday, January 10, we shall star a week of prayer. The meeting will be opened by different auxiliaries. of the churen, ee jovely ‘surprise was given in honor of our ex-superintendent, Mr.” Sandy ‘Alston, Friday evening, "January 7 Singing and games were the diversions of the evening and at a. reasonable hour a delicious lunch was served, ‘The Hostesses, being ‘the Misses Ida” Bell Hawey, Josephine Browning and Mrs, Shelby Oakley. Mr. Alston was the Te- cipient, of many beautiful and hand- tome gifts, Bho gucats numbered Mr ty-eight Sunday: schoo! scholars and. at a timely hour the guests departed. all reporting having a fine time and hop- ing Mr. Alston would soon fill th post: tlon as superintendent again. Mr Amold Lyneh visited his cousin Mrs. Robt ‘Tweedy, ‘of Rankin, Sun: Sites Gertrude Kemp. of Reissing, was ‘severly burned. Friday ovening while standing In. front. of an open grate “getting warmed. “Her. dress caught fire and she ran outside trying to put the blaze out. She was taken to the Mercy hospital, where she Is expected to recover, ‘The Disses Mae | Lewis, Josephine Browning, Mrs, Shelby Oakley’ and Miss Maude ‘edd went out motoring. Sun- day’ about. ten miles In ‘the country. Mrs. Mary Beard and Mise” Maude Redd visited the latter's cousin, lttle Miss Zelma Stralter, who is a patient in the Allegheny general hospital and who underwent. an operation ‘TPhurs- day morning. she is’ getting along nicely, PSG Hannah Anderson is on the sick list, Dut Is Improving. hr. ‘Charles Johnston, formerly of this" place, but now of Pittsburgh, vie- ited his cunt, Mrs. W, Anderson, Fri- aay. WEST BADEN SPRINGS. Tuberculosis, from which he had suf- tent two seats Quimes bevie oes, seis ang ct Bi, ey baa Petes Stee ae ae eee oe nee Seas Rae ee ee Bae sires eieeestageaeeen por reich Siege ae Bott Footeh Hk, and Bie aoe eae was quite a number of memorial eay- er ap ee sence cage gata ona re Reeiand se aaa een es aes Bes a gee et, eo ee eee see as ae ae carey os, ous aes Ge ners eo hee rahe eee gee ua" Ghat plage ae Ped Sak wits SOS aa wat eae sae ee ee ee eee ea cat mea ase nares Legare pty cer yt wee oe ea ea Bitte teed an Suen cey cha Bese eat a een eee See net eats aimee ee a ence ranean CM En Tie eaters ese could'nt afford equal rights, especially a long bewsl training. Mr. Miller has long been a friend to the Colored pes. ple lin ‘aid around the valley? aad’ see shall be glad when we can ‘give bit Oug support ‘on a political tisket Att. Lee W. 'Sinciain, owner ef. the West Baten Hotel, who has heer aut 4 friend to the Colored ‘people in acs Around Orange county, fs aull active See ROO acs, apets oaur caren Ponding is still hoiding down the pe sion ie nurse dor ate, Sinclair” We re ‘all taying for you “Boss ay he’ are all raying fo When You're Ready For Your Piano or Manualo Player Piano Don’t Fail to See Our Stock The Baldwin Piano Co. Est, 1862. ~*:S:*S*S*A LN Pm The Elite | Bar. and F Pool Room NAVASOTA, TEXAS, Special to The Freeman, From our city during 1915, the Grim Reaper Death has taken the following persons: Mr. Henry McKinney, one, of gur best and wealthiest citizens, Mra Mary Brown, a'mother and pillar in the M. E. church here; Mrs. Maggie Jack- on, ‘an excellent woman; Mr. George Henderson, Mr. Simon White, a respect- ed citizen! Mrs. ‘Hrnestine (Constant) johnson, a former teacher in our clty high school, and Miss Velma, White, a feacher and most ‘exemplary. young lady. —_ Mrs. ‘Caroline ‘Teague has res built and beautifed her home and premises. -— Mr. James ‘Travis has re- uilt his house, making it two. stories, decorating it ‘lavishly, adorning. the premises with cement’ walks and in- stalling electric lights and other mod- ern conveniences. Mr. Travis owns and operates one of the best carriage And machine shops in this city. Alay We not thus see: many. improve thelr homes during ‘116? Let Improvement of this kind ever be the watchword among our people. Mrs, E. M. Neal agent of the Freeman here, expects her son, B.C. Neal, to graddate soon from the College of Arts and Sciences, Howard University, Washington, D. © “Her other son, "A. G. Neal, 18” tak- ing a course here and Is proving him aalt té\ bw eneccoliert senor ona 2 Raleigh Thompson’s | .. Lhe Office... | Modern Cafe. 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Mosely; vice-president George "Kinley; secretary, George All read; financial ‘secretary, C.F. Hogan; {reagurer, C. 8. Dyson chaplain, John G.'Spikes: “master at’ arms,” Herman Long. ‘With a few minor changes. the sonttitution was Recepted. The ne organization ts showing rapid grow nd new members are being admitted Constantly. ‘The Freeman is for sale by Herbert ‘Parke Bell Phone as The Elite Cafe and Buffet 3030 State Street, Chicago, Il. Douglas 9250-5071 Automatic 72-979 Known from Coast to Coast for its High Class Cabaret and First Glass Services. A. F. Codozoe & J. H. Whitson, Props. Cass Harris, Mer. ———————————————————————— Douglas 4891 Auto. 72-308 The De Luxe Buffet and Billiard Parlor 3503 S. State Street, Chicago, Ill. STAG HOTEL Wm. Bottoms & Frank Preer, Proprietors Co __ The Ranier Buffet Doug. 1572 3010 St., Street, Chicago, Il. Auto. 72-206 Formerly the Marquette Club. First Class Entertainers FREDLFWING Props. GEO. HARBERT je See Douglas, 8230-626 PHONES Automatic, 74,499 The Panama Buffet The Finest Spot on the South Side I. LEVIN, Prop. Ss. E. Cor. 35th & State, Chicago, Dlinois NEWS OF GULFPORT, MISS. Little Jack Hardin, the veteran bell- man, 18 making his first season as head bellman’ of the Great Southern. hotel where he has been located for the past four years. He has with him some of the best bellmen in the country and 1s assisted by Alfred Mitchell, the, head Bellman of jast season. Mr. Mitchell arrived in Gaifport January 2 with three of his best boys, Messrs. Sidney MeLong, of Baton Houke, La., and Bari Trusciar and Louis Mayer,” of New Orleans, La. Capt. Geo. Bovligny and Capt Henty Mack’ spared no pains. in making ‘things pleasant for thelr for- mer head bellman, From the depot they were rushed out to Hans’ Bar, Mish, in “a touring ear, where they spent the evening and enjoyed a greal cabaret dance. Wifteen minutes before the dance closed Mr. Claude Melanson Spoke to all the bellien on the subject Of better service. A sliver loving cup Was presented to Mr,-Mlitehell by the Delimen, Messrs. 1, ‘Trusclair, S. Me- Long, W. Heard, i.’ Mayer, Q. ‘Phillips, L. Gittora, A. J: Sims, Capt, H. Mack and Capt. Geo. Boviligny Master of ceremonies, Mr. Edward Nicholis. These boys are all proud of thelr new ehead bellman and old Mitchell is. very. proud of his mew Job as head porter. Mr. Mitchen! was formerly head porter of the Hotel Monteleone, New "Orleans, Ta. Regards to Homer Winbush, Jos Rivers, star bellmen of Peabody Hotel, See anta tan one 3309 Automatic 71-310 The Mineral Springs Buffet and Billiard Parlor | Bill McCullough, Prop. 3517 State Street, Chicago, Illinois MURPHYSBORO, ILL. Age Cards, $1 Dice, $3 Va —~ — Palming Wax, $1.80; Card Inks, $2 XN ®/ Loadstone, 50cts a (es Books, Novelties, Magic Goods, Ete y Catalogue Free. le smen 6 D. N. SMYTHE Co. 2K" Box 40 ‘Newark, Mo. (By Hady Stoner.) Miss Aminta Beeler, of Fifth street entertained Mr. Silas’ Shaffer and Mr Edward, Cummins. Mrs. C. Walls, of Pinkstaff, Il, afte spending the Christmas holidays with Rey, and Mrs, ‘Thos. H. Stoner, of Hodges Park, on her return to Pink: stat she and Mrs, Thos. Stoner stopped over in’ Murphysboro, and. where the guests of Mrs. G. W. Stoner, of Fifth End Bridge sirecta. Mrs. ‘hos. i Stoner is aiso visiting her sister, Mrs Hattle Fineh, of 25 Dewey, street. ‘Miss Myrtle Ward, of Lincoln instt- tute, Jefferson City, "Mo, was a visitor of Douglass school Tuesday afternoon. Mr, Estel Trotman, of St. Clatr school, Galatia, IIL, was 2 visitor Mon- day, morning, aise. hose on the sick list are: Mrs. Sarg Lee, of Grant street jars. Mattle Bates, of ‘Bridge street and Mr. McKinly Crawford, of Dewey street, The Freeman is sold at Fifth and Pridce wrenta, THE NEW GREATHOUSE! pana glnee myth ne een aS 325—827—829 Indiana Ave, Indianapolis, Ind'su Aechie Greathouse. Proprietor. WHEN A MAN MARRIES, Hig bachelor friends are about equal- ly divided in thinking that he is. nut or a mighty fortunate gink His wife's relatives plan to visit them during the county fair or the automo- bile “show. iiis own relatives plan to give his wife a good talking ‘to if she proves to be extravagant, ‘His “neighbors hope that he wil prove to be good at bridge and that his wife will throw a8 many teas as the rest of them. His boss wonders how he can do it on the salary he is getting, but does not increase it. His wife wonders why it is that a litle noune fakes se much time to Took ‘While a man himself is so excited al the time that he nearly loses his job—and doesn't realize it—Indian- aa | RR nae se | | aa! _ Se The Home hale ae aa y eee Brewing Co. Strictly Pure Lager Beer lew Phones: 1050 and 1030 INDIANAPOLIS, IND. + ECHO OF SLAVERY DAYS. Show your children how our race was, bought. and sold like “animals. Read ‘this advertisement: “For Sale— A stout, healthy, active Negro wench.” 2 faesimile of one of the, advertisc- ments in the old Ulster County Ga- zette, dated January 4, 1800. Contains death and funeral of George Washing- ton and news matter of 116 years ago, ‘This is quite a curiosity and of inter- est. to school children. Will sell for Gontars ‘in the near future. The few Femaining copies “faded, ‘but in, good Feadable conditions, | Maited tn rented Envelope for only six two cent stamps per copy. Address F. Van Buren, 320 SORT ee eaokion i. f. I HOOSIER POET | Club Room Londres, 10 Gent Cigar. | Neeare eS eaanal oe ; Ed. J. Rauch Cigar Co. - Indianapolis, Ind. THE WORLD STARTLED! AGENTS—New mighty money-mak- Ing ‘marvel. Marvelous, clothes-wash- ing “orgetal. Clothes-washing "idea revolutionized, positively | abolishes Tapping, washboards, | washing ma- Shines!’ women astounded, wild over fe" Xbsotuted™ armies. ‘Supply cus- tomers. Own a business. Hurry, write today for” exclusive territory." Par- ticuiars. free. Samples 28. cents. Talisman Agency, 2146 Fifth avenue, New York City, When in Indianapolis ask “Woody” wad cit Béae is: ATTENTION FLOWER BUYERS! ‘We are Kentucky Florists and cater to the colored trade, no matter how small the order, Wve tae ts lodgea, The fact thas Mme, Walkar petontsod Re nite Sard come eee BENSON'S FLOWERS, New S508 DENNISON HOTEL NT eee Sea Ei) ri Ni 24 HOURS eS OF sar sees a The Ayrres Bulletin Toilet Goods Reduced in Price At 10 c, Woodworth's Trailing Arbutus talcum. At 9 c, Santoy talcum powder. At 14 c, Dr. Lyons toothpaste or powder. At 12 c, Sanitol tooth powder. At 10 c, No Mo, a decoorant. At 3 c, Armour's cold cream glycerine soap. At 12 c, 4711 rose glycerine soap. At 6 c, 4711 almond bar soap. ---Main floor. L & Ayres & Co, Indiana's Greatest Distributor of Dry Goods CITY AND VICINITY. Mr. George G. Simmons, of The Free- mason composing house, has a few days' work at Arlington, Ark. THANKS FOR DONATIONS TO COL ORED ORPHAN HOME. To the Editor of The Freeman: The board of managers of the Colored Orphanage Hospital gave their paper to the society and individuals who so kindly remembered the children at holiday time. The Golden Leaf Club, apples; the Needle Craft Club, candy; Mrs. Mays, candy; Mrs. Maya, candy; U.K. games and games; Thurman W. Colored, cakes and candy; Colored Y. M. C. A. check for $3.10; Mr. H. L. Sanders, cakes and candy; If any name has been omitted it was unintentional. We thank each and all who contributed to the pleasure of the children. On behalf of the Board of Managers, MRS. A. R. TAYLOR. SPIRITUALIST CHURCH. Madame Meadows had a very large crowd Monday night, consisting of both children and adults. The day night was "Christ's Crielfion" and the subject was of Solomon, and explain hard questions to Solomon. She asked about the history of Solomon's past and all were recognized. She makes everyone welcome at her meeting, from 8:30 to 10:30. CREAM CITY NEWS (By H. Jones.) Mme. E. Axelia Hackley gave a concert at St. Marks A. M. E. Church Monday evening, to a very appreciative audience. Several well rendered selections were heard. The Madame will also give a few lessons while she is here and will a school in the near future in this city. The well-known producer, Mr. Jerry Mirai, was seen in the city last week. Mr. Mirai also paid us a visit during the holidays. Mr. Arlie Simmons has not been seen committee will look for him this week. The automobile show at the auditorium this week is employing a number of Colored boys. Several are used to demonstrate. ALTON, ILL., NEWS. (By Pearl Curtis.) Mary. Mrs. Comly entertained at her residence Friday evening in honor of Miss Minnie Bibb, who will depart for home in Iowa Sunday. Mrs. Cockale and Mrs. Williamson, of St. Louis Mo., were the guests of Mrs. Carl Louis Mo., the guest of Mrs. Mrs. C. V. Adams entertained at whist Friday evening, in honor of her son, John Quincey, who will leave Sunday for Spring Illinois. Born to Mr. and Mrs. George Williams born to Mr. and Mrs. George Williams Miss Arbuckle spent Wednesday with relatives at Plasca, Ill. The funeral of Mrs. Adaline Samuel Having trouble polling and shaping that task, did you the CLINEX" - form from the last and never tame the CLINEX" - the POEM that LOOKS ON ANY FORM Only 10 A.M. time for Agents. Levinson Hats $2 There's no Advantage in Paying More. There's no Economy in Paying Less. LEVINSON THREE STORES 37 N. Penn. St. 41 S. III. Mkt. & III. St. was held Sunday at North Stair A. M. E Church, Rev. J. W. Tiff officiating. Golden Star Tabernacle No. 29 met at lodge rooms and transacted later, and was later placed later. Miss Etta Wilson will leave Tuesday for Paris Tenn., to attend the Fitch-Murray conference, which takes place on Thursday day evening. Miss Alline Harris is sick at her home. The sick list is as follows: Mrs. Pink Baaz, pneumonia; Mrs. Joe Jackson, bright disease; Mrs. Katherine, pneumonia; Henry Wilson, lagrype; Little Miss Louis Crowder, diphtheria; Mrs. Minnie Biggess, lagrype; Mrs. Akins lagrype, and Mr. Scott Prichard, lagrype. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Nat Ross, a doctor and a daughter, a young man did this writing. Call $25 for the Freeman. Miss Nigel leaves this week for Tennessee. Tennille. A surprise party was given on Mr. A. F. Hale, teacher in the city school, by his Ruth Smith, Luray Mae Galbreath, Mabel Deadman, Cassie Peeler, Kathie McParlane, Wilkerson, Charles Avery Dowd, Frank Galbreath, Deika Dowdy, Dowt, Andrew George Hale and James Keys. Read the Freeman. Have race pride. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Tom Smothers, a doctor and a daughter. All reported to be getting naked nicely. Miss Lillian Hale has returned from a vacation in Paducah during the Christmas holiday. Mr. Odie Clark has returned from visiting his mother at Milan, Tenn. Freeman Have race pride and get the Freeman. His Shoe Shop is agent for Madame Gum. He grows Miss Mayme Hale left Monday for a visit in Biloxi, Miss. We are looking forward to another recital fro S. Coleridge Taylor Chordeau soon. Mrs. A. I. Green is president. Miss Eva Sherrels and Mr. Ralph Hendon were quietly married last Monday at the home of the bride on Dunbar street. A surprise party was given Miss Maraghan, whose ones, Citee, and Those present were Measdames Prudy Vance Ida Hale, Mary Boaz, Miss Annes O'Brien, Citee, and Patty and Measdames Dora and Sable Beadles, Lunette Hale, Leona Hale, Messra, George Giorges, Otto Beadles, Miss Maraghan, John Beadles, Milton Moore and Walter Hale. All reported a good time. Mrs. Jordan Moore, trained nurse of the city, was called to Dawson Spring, Ky. "Cupid" is still shooting darts. Watch the Freeman. Organization meeting of Women's Club of which Miss Margaret Hate is president, January 17th, at her home at the "West Inn." All members are urged to be pres Miss Lue Hopkins is slightly indisposed this week. Read the Freeman and keep posted somewhere. Some are wise; some are otherwise. Patronize W. E. Cox, the Colored under- tal pool room on West Broadway. NOTES OF CORSICANA. TEXAS. (By Jas. Shaw.) We want one hundred people to subscribe for the Freeman. Roy Gray will deliver them at your door, but please have your name on the card. Mrs. Annie Miller and daughters and Mrs. Jas Shaw visited Ennis, Tex., last week. John Mullen, Jerry Benjamin, Robert Bainbridge and John Freeman visited Ennis last week. Fat Pappy Hardiman and Daddy Gra- sas still hold their own as torsorial artis- tists CHEYENNE, WYO. Mra, H. Hudson entertained very charmily, and he presented the present were Mr. G. S. Stucker, Mr. and Mrs. Hudson. DELTA METROPOLIS GREENWOOD, Miss.—Mr. Arus Felt, of Jackson, Miss., passed through on a bus to the campus, and a delta, of his old friends. They were glad to see him. He was merely that Mr. Pisland Dorsey of this place, came down from Clarksdale, Miss., and spent four or five hours. Wouldn't let many see him. He didn't die. He dressed boy and girl is preparing for the big queurade and leap year ball given by the Sixix Ball, on the night, January 17th at Buffington Hall. Mr. Elmer Scales of Detroit Mich. was quite a pleasant time at home with his mother at George Street. Buckeye Lodge of Elks No. 73, will meet in regular session Thursday evening. The meeting will be held at Paul Atkins, James Stewart, Charles Stery, J. R. Holmes are on the sick Miss Mary Mashel, of Wheeling, W. Va. was called to the city on account of the illness of her sister, Mrs. Will Thomas of East Wood St. The Baptist Believers at stop 36 will preach at 11 a. m. and 7 p. m. Sunday school at 3 p. m. Rev. W. H. Johnson will officiate. All welcome. George Woods is able to be out after ten days. The Folembe is still in the house. CIGAR FACTORY ENLARGES. The Rauch Cigar Co. makers of the famous Hoosier Poet Cigar, has put in operation its new factory in West New York street, with twenty-five employees, which the company is managing for short time. Eddie Rauch is president of the company. THE FREEMAN, AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER. (By Clement Richardson, Head of the Division of English, Tuskegee Institute.) In one sense Tuskegee was in no way surprised at the death of Dr. Washington. Indeed, had he fallen two or three years ago many of us had informed him it is what we have been expecting. Had not the trustees urged and almost ordered him to rest? Had they not assumed the possibility of the funds necessary to keep the wheels or the institution oiled that his burdens might not be relieved of the Battle Creek traveled with him for a time, prescribing and preparing special diet, and giving him various treatments not his physician put film into bed and ordered him to remain there? What were these reports of collapses and places to which he was journeying to fill engagements, but the palpable sign that his end was surely approaching? What was the age of his ego, who can forget how, having got out of his bed to address the students at an Armstrong memorial exercise, he made his way out into the ante-room institute, commonly With such perpetual rallying power who could cope? A talent feeling creepy pain, as he had been to insult and abuse. You know he could steer on his knees, and you could hold up all of us shook our heads and said, "Why he is good for ten years yet." Seeing the pain he felt, he felt pain we hoped. It was in the hour of hope that the last stroke came, and we felt that pulling at the wound was painful we felt had he gone by sudden accident. How Tuskegee took Dr. Washington's death can probably best be appreciated among his teachers. Officially he was a stern and exacting task master. A tiredness tasks up others. In the home, however, he had a genius for cheering by little kindnesses and by a thoughtful basket of vegetables from his garden, now a cut of one of his pigs which he had knotted and in which he took People who send books and pictures to Tuskegee can hardly realize the pleasure they gave him and others through him. He would have the boxes he had to take to his office. Then from all his heaps of correspondence, from business cards inside and go through themselves, culling them out. He would sort a pile here for this family; one there in his office for the pictures and books. He would sidereal would suit each. Many a time one could scarcely find a place to step in his office for the pictures and books. Then he had a way of kicking organizations to pieces for a few minutes, and then he would exhibit he would order that the senior class, 150 strong, should be taken there whether it was one mile or ten miles to see how some poor, illiterate farm- WILL ASK FOR NOMINATION FOR LIEUTENANT-GOVERNOR. Mr. Edgur D. Bush will ask for the Republican nomination for lieutenant-governor without the district had hoped that he would again lead the fight as the congressional nominee, he has said, and to the earnest solicitation of friends throughout the state to go before the Republican state convention for lieutenant-governor. Mr. Bush is a native son of Washington county whom the Republicans of the county will take pleasure in urging for the important office because of his eminent qualifications. He graduated from Indiana University in the class of '95 and taught EDGAR D. BUSH school in Madison county. Although active in Madison and a successful one in Howard township, he has been associated with business interests in Indianapolis. Bush is a Republican with democratic incorses. He believes that the people and the nation can be best served through the policies of the Republican party. His foremost desire is for the success of that party. He is an experienced interests and ambitions. However, if the people of Indiana should name him as their candidate for lieutenant-governor, they will have more to the spirit and activity of the campaign than he. He was the party leader, and he was his energy, vitality and enthusiasm did much to revitalize the party into a good working organization. WHY THE HAWAIIAN HAIR-GROW ING PREPARATIONS HAVE BEEN A SUCCESS. From the very beginning The Hawaiian Hair Growing Preparations have been recognized as the best by the industry and are being known as the standard of purity and perfection. They embody only such ingredients that are Pure, wholesome and renovating to the hair. These goods are also possible. These goods contain no coloring or adulteration of any sort. If you have never paid close attention to the ingredients in instance the one you happen to be using) assuming that all are alike, then you should look into the subject. All preparation companies will give Hawaiian preparation any way, as you yourself will find out by giving our goods a fair trial. They will not compare with other brands as quick results. They don't give the hair that healthy, Skating RiversideRink Monday, Tuesday & Thursday AFTERNOONS AND NIGHTS Admission Afternoon: Ladids 15c; Gents 25c Nights: Ladies 25c; Gents 35c. Saturday, 9 to 12 School Children 10c DANCING: Friday, Dec. 17, 7:30 to 11:30. Admission 25c or had raised a bumper crop of seas, corn, sugar cane and peanuts, how he surrounded himself with conveniences, how he would declare a half holiday; now he would allow the students to sleep a half hour later in the morning. would get an outing or twice a year, sometimes at night, sometimes in the morning, both day and night school, and as the students usually rise at 5:30 and breakfast at 6, these breaks were winding laborers with a smile. He knew the value of change and the psychology of change, and chose to closed his eyes both teach and students went about heavy limb and that told too plainly what the heart felt. Just as he touched the students and teachers with little thoughtful deeds so he touched the town and state, both of which he had been a funeral illustrated how completely had been his triumph over narrow prejudices. He was always talking about the need for a new school in the woods. How many times have he heard him urge picturesquely upon gatherings of teachers to within that town, to talk Negro education and Negro schoolhouses, scratches his head, leans to one side, and looks far away. That's the man; he would say, "that you've taught that Negro education is not a farce." Well, that man was at Booker T. Warner on foot, on horseback, in burgles, in wagons. He was there in working clothes, in slouched hat, with no collar. During the service I chanced to stand near the end of the platform. Pretty much, no one else saw my elbow. As I turned I saw a small child, poorly clad, being thrust upon the end of the flower-laden platform. He was laughing, wearing a dingy blue shirt and a coat somewhat tattered. After him he laughed, wearing a dingy blue shirt and his sons. All grouped themselves there and listened eagerly, freely split their tobacco juice on the platform step. Back of this is the unshaken faith in our Board of Trustees. I doubt if anyone has ever been able to tell of white men and black men, of men of the North and men of the South. There is not a figurehead among them. We are not sure how to tell the details of the workings of the school, getting close to the inner workings, the lives of the teachers and students. Finally, we are confident that the public will have a good deal to say about the workings of the path has been made to her door. Her methods have not only been commended but adopted wholly or in part both by the public and by the Her use is undisputed. She takes students almost literally out of the gutter, puts them on their feet, and sends them to a school forzens. This is the ideal for which Dr Washington struggled, and over which she worked. For the same ideal the people at Tuskegee, though broken in spirit, are willing to spend themselves; for they are willing to work just and that the world is with them. CRAWFORDSVILLE, IND. (By Mr. S. J. Paris). The K of E. P. Lodge at Crawfordville, No. 57, met last Monday night and installed the officers for the ensuing year. Brother F. Fimagare, Deputy Grand of Frankfort, Ind, was present. After the meeting, the officers enjoyed all the delicacies of the season. Mr. Archie Young is quite ill with the grief. Mr. Harold Martin has moved from Jeferson street to 409 E. College street. Mrs. Westly Cason, of Oak street, who has been down with the grip for two or three days is some better. Mr. Joe Daniels spent a few days in Indianapolis. Mrs. Emma Taylor has recovered from the crib and is out again. the grip and is out again. He and his team has just returned from a visit to his brunson, Mr. Chas, Adams, in Danville, Ill. Mrs. Rufus Humphrey is quite poor at the game, Miss Panny Smith, who has been visiting in Kentucky, has returned to her home at 2:00 Spring street, and reports an accident. The week of prayer began Monday night at the A. M. E. Church, led by Ezekiel. Mr. Welton Rice, N. G. of the Scipio Lodge, No. 2055, requests all members to be present next meeting night on business of the church. Mr. Robert Thomas, who has been quite ill, is able to be out again. Ms. Charles Adams, of Danville, III., has been in-law at 708 E. Wabash gynome. Mr. Ernest Eagleson, who has been viven by the team returned to college in Bloomington, Ind Never lose sight of the fact that there are a lot of preparations as there are of any other product. That the Hawaiian preparations are being made is a good thing. These, these good things have taken the leadership wherever they have been introduced by immediately showing their amusement. These goods are being shipped from one boundary line to another, extending from one store to another, their third year. The expansion of our business is nothing short of marvelous. The universal demand is growing to a tremendous. We yet have lots of open territory for those desiring the agency. Those wanting to handle a good business must create agents' terms. We teach you how to create a demand for the treatment before you invest your money. You will find our terms more attractive than nothing but investing in your business you. The cost is exceedingly small. The condition of your hair has a great impact on every walk of life. Because you have good hair and plenty of it is no reason why you don't need to attend to it. We have great prostuctions. Therefore, if your hair happens to be in good condition you should use the best preparations to keep it moist. If your hair of those who use the Hawaiian Preparations. We desire agents from every locality. You should be the first in yours. Admire all mail to Mme. T. G. Bramlette, 40 West Street, Indianapolis, Indiana. Send all 41 for an assorted shipment and start treating your own hair. It is enough goods for a month and at the end of the month you will be in the condition of your hair. A better appearance, feel softer and it will da up so much better. Your scalp will be clean, soft and scaled and gum. Your hair will be glossy, not greasy, and when you wash it the hair will be clean, soft and the pores in the hair will be clean. The ways being open is one of the main necessities in maintaining a healthy scalp in order to grow the hair. Our goods does it, because they penetrate the scalp. We do not wax. Wax will not penetrate, therefore preparations containing it must stay on top of the scalp. By doing so we can prevent the pores and scalding the roots of the hair, hindering them from growing. BUSINESS LOCALS. Woodbine Perfume. Oh, how fragrant, exquisite, enchanting, bewitching. Only at Bloudau's Drug Store. The genuine Carter's Rheumatic Remedy sent by mail on receipt of package. Two others; will cure you. Address R P Bloudau. druggist. Indianapolis, Ind. Colored dentist want Indiana location, address Box A, care The Freeman. 100 Per Cent. Quality! is incorporated in every article of jewelry we make. We make it clear that we base in mind we guarantee every purchase. A great responsibility lies in the purchasing of a dias and a ring. We guarantee that the ring the responsibility it is entirely eliminated Our word for it insures you against imitation J.P.MULLALLY DIAMOND IMPORTER 28. Moment Place. M. H. Veedersburg, Fountain Co., Ind Candidate for Nomination for State Statistician Have we got it? FORMULATED POKE HAIR GR MADE ON Miss Am Fo Maine ST LOUIS FOR DANDRUFF, FALE SCALP; GIVING LIFE ANDABUNDAN THIS STYLE OF BOX AD PRICE 50 To keep it so, we Your Patrona 3100 Pine St. Dept. A, St. CUT RATE M No. 10 Pails (9 lbs. net) Absolutely late Boiling Beef. lib Roasts of native beef. fresh Pork Shoulders, whole. fresh Pork Sausage bulk, 3 lbs., 250 fresh Pork Side, by piece or sliced jacon, Routh's Sugar-cured. smoked Cottages. smoked Jowls. BILLS & BOX 341-343 E. W. The Largest Retail Mer Saturday & S At WM. POE & CO' Wholesale and Retail. OUR LARD IS 10 fure Pork Sausage. 10c lib Pork Chops. per lb. 12¢ fresh Side. 10c fure Lard. 11c fresh Shoulders. 10c fresh Hams. 12c DRESSED Main 4551—WE DE Noe's Cut P sc Laxative Bromo Quinine 19¢ sc Cascara Quinine 19¢ sc Nelson's Hair Dressing 17¢ sc Palmer's Skin Success 19¢ sc Colgate's Talc. Powder 10¢ sc Caldwell's Syrup of Pepsin 39¢ NOE'S CUT P FORMULATED 1900 66 PORO 99 HAIR GROWER MADE ONLY BY Mrs AmRapThurubo Maloni ST. LOUIS — MISSOURI FOR DANDRUFF, FAILING HAIR, ITCHING SCALP; GIVING HAIR BEAUTY, COLOR AND ABUNDANT GROWTH THIS STYLE OF BOX ADOPTED JUNE 22, 1903 PRICE 50 CENTS ..Cut Rate Meat Prices. 341-343 E. Washington St. The Largest Retail Meat Market in the City Noe's Cut Price Drugs Noe's Cut Price Drugs 25c Laxative Bromo Quinine 19c 75c ft. Syringe 50c 25c Cascara Quinine 19c 25c Infant Syringes 19c 25c Nelson's Hair Dressing 17c 25c Ear and Ulcer Syringe 19c 25c Palmer's Skin Success 19c 25z Tooth Brushes 19c 15c Colgate's Talc, Powder 10c $1 25 Bonded Whiskey 50c Caldwell's Syrup of Pepsin 39c 75c Virginia Dare Wine 50c NOE'S CUT PRICE DRUGS A MAN TO MAN A MAN TO MAN TALK A MAN TO MAN TALK Men we want to hit at the point right off the reel. No unnecessary talk; no apologies. We are Going to Drum up Business We are going to make you such a proposition that you can't afford to put off your Suit or Overcoat until next Spring. You know we make good Clothes, so here is our offer: We ure Suit or Overcoat from the plain or fancy—over 800 patterns You know we make good clothes, so here is our offer: We will tailor to your measure Suit or Overcoat from the season's newest patterns—be it plain or fancy—over 800 patterns to select from for $15.50! Everything goes in this sale—nothing reserved—suits that sold up to $35.00. Best trimming and linings included. Tailored SALE --- PORO HAIR GROWER Meat Prices. Only Pure Lard ... $1.00 lb. 12 lb. 10 lb. 10 lb. 10 lb. 10 lb. 10 DETTCHER Washington St. Meat Market in the City Sunday Sale O'S MEAT MARKET Blake and Walnut St. 100 per cent PURE No. 1 Beef Roast ... lb No. 1 Pork Roast ... lb. No. 3 Pail of Pure Lard No. 5 Pail of Pure Lard No. 10 Pail of Pure Lard. We do not use Cotton-seed oil in our RABBITS DELIVER—New 3161 ES Price Drugs 75c ft. Syringe ... 50 25c Infant Syringes ... 19 25c Ear and Ulcer Syringes ... 19 25z Tooth Brushes ... 19 $1 25 Bonded Whiskey ... 75 75c Virginia Dare Wine ... 50 PRICE DRUGS MAN TALK X in plain conservative styles or extreme English. Don't put it off—come in today—be your own salesman. Remember Every Suit is $15.50 No Higher Cohee & McGinnis INCORPORATED Tailors that Satisfy 248-250 Indiana Ave. Indianapolis, Ind. PORD HAIR CROWER