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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. Bishop Alexander Walters, perhaps the most eminent leader of the race today, and whose influence reaches to the head of the nation, held a conference with President Wilson last Monday. The conference was arrived for the bishop by the President's secretary and was held for the purpose of discussing affairs as they pertain to Haiti. The bishop was accompanied by Dr. R. Hilaire Cabeche of the Chamber of Deputies of Haiti, who is in this country in the interest of his country. The result of the conference with the President will doubtless come from Thompson's Bureau next week. Bishop Walters is doing much for his race, and is perhaps the only man of the race today who can carry the grievance of the race to the President. The bishop left for Washington last Sunday night. Secretary Bell Writes to Friends Here. Ex-Secretary Bell of the Y. M. C. A. of this city, who, for thirteen years, was the secretary of the Y. M. C. A., was the most successful secretary in the field, writes from Denver, Colo., where he is now stationed, that the Y. M. C. A. work is progressing in that city. Secretary Bell was transferred to Denver about five months ago and is now in the place of the mayor of the city. He left behind him a large number of friends who are glad to get this word of cheer concerning his success. Your correspondent will write more of Mr. Bell. 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 vention immediately elected E. P. Jones and an entirely new set of officers. The incorporated convention, led by Dr. Morris, got out an injunction to prevent the Jones people from using the name National Baptist Convention. The case has been hanging fire and the decision today by the court is far-reaching, as it tears down and virtually eliminates the incorporated faction as a national body. The contest was sharp and prolonged. Able counsel represented both sides, but in the demurrer offered by the attorneys for the Jones faction every contention made and the five points of law presented were upheld. President-Jones was reached by wire in Philadelphia and expressed himself as well pleased, declaring that he knew the will of the majority of the Baptists would be sustained. It is said that this decision puts the incorporated faction to rout. It is learned that President Jones will call a meeting of his advisors, consisting of the chairmen and the secretaries of the various boards, together with the elective officers to meet in Nashville at an early date. Special to THE FREEMAN. Miss Katie Miller, who has been attending school in Oberlin, O., is spending the holidays with relatives here. Mr. and Mrs. D. P. Hudnell, of New York, are spending a few days here with Dr. and Mrs. R. G. Williams. Prescriptions carefully compounded. Cigars, cigarettes, tobacco, toilet articles and the best paper in the world at Jennings Drug Company. Dr. and Mrs. Johnston have opened a dry goods store in their building on Wal- 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. 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Tuskegee Institute is the first and best monument to the memory of Booker T. Washington. The fellow who is really himself at a time when "mutt" who isn't expected to frame up a speech for the occasion. A nation is in danger when the patriotism of its men is so feeble that conscription is necessary to secure soldiers to fight in defense of its flag. We thank our friends in all sections of the country, New York State, bearing messages of hope and cheer. We sincerely trust there will be many more opportunities to be enlightened, attentions of remembrance and good will. A letter to J. E. Bush, grand scribe of the National Mosaic Templars of America from Emmett McCourt, scout, has been made public acknowledging the receipt for Mrs. Booker T. Washington, by putting the amount of insurance held by the late educator in the Mosaic order. A united Negro press is praying for the speedy recovery of Mr. Nick Chiles, a former student of the race's most courageous and progressive champions. Mr. Chiles has been reported as critically ill with an attack on his brain by a former poor in men of Editor Chiles' virile character to part with him in this hour of pressing need. Dr. C. V. Roman, the Nashville, Tenn. senator and philosopher, is to issue the memorial of the American Civilization and the Negro, wishing the "problem" at an angle different from any yet touched by a Negro writer. The memorial has been awarded by the literary world with great eagerness and that it will enjoy a large sale goes without the saying. The New York News' Christmas Bureau has 1,600 personel, personal New Yorkers, distributed to Xmas days and gave innumerable toys to the children of indigent families. This is the saving principle of self-helpfulness in that the benefactions came for the most part from colored people them- Fred Thompson, who learned his trade on the Topeka Plaindealer, is the owner of the Clarion at St. Louis. It is the colored enterprise that gives the colored boy these opportunities to learn trades that pay handsomely when the requisition is made to the dulest among us the importance of sustaining business enterprises that offer an open door to members of our own race? The Negro is indifferent, if not hostile, to the labor unions—for the very reason that the Negro is indifferent, if not hostile, to the Negro workman. In this, the labor unions are standing in their own light. The Negro is indifferent, if not hostile, to these days when the people get tired of their tyranny and high-handed opposition to the progressive capitalists toward capital, because capital is always generous with the Negro. The New York News calls upon Governor Whitman to "wake up" and keep his promises to the colored people of the Empire state. Editor Tarris calls attention to the Colored Girls's project, a pilot of the colored citizens a proper share of the patronage of the state, only one Negro having been named for office within the whole year the present administration is given to the present in powering fact that the law for the distressing and the public of the state, which and coloured men is still on the statute books, notwithstanding the solemn promise that it would be repealed. Our leading hair cultivators and beauty specialists seem to be quite "on the job" as humanitarians. The, open-handed charity of Mme. C. J. Walker, of Indianapolis, Ind., is proven in the way the "annual" is not in the year "and now, Miss Maud Jones, of New York City, formerly a footlight favorite and now a powerful factor in the business world, is enacting the role of public beverages which are linked to the production. During December she contributed largely to the Christmas charity fund and gave toys and useful articles for the poor children and aged colored persons in the Harlem district. Frequently a presidential candidate handicapped by the kind of hangers-on everybody knows he will be compelled to take care of if he "lands" in the White House. The people, while admiring the candidate, are thus compelled to sacrifice him to keep bourgeoisons from being "going" that is always of times unable to shake out of his bandwagon. Candidates for the presidency in Ohio, New York, Indiana, Massachusetts and elsewhere, are invited to sit up and take notice. "Safety first" may impel them to "take stock" of their following and diplomatically separate the "sheep" from the "goats." The esteemed Pittsburgh Courier is "after Governor Brumbaugh, of Pennsylvania, for crass neglect of the 250,000 Negro citizens of that State. The Courier complains that not since he was elected Chief Magistrate of Commonwealth has one word come from the country, but the calorie of the calorie is supported him at the polls when he had to fight for his political life. This neglectful attitude of Governor Brumbaugh seems especially strange to the Courier, in view of the fact that he is a receptive candidate for the Republican election for President of the United States. Of course, and as might be expected, books galore, purporting to be a personally-prepared Life of Poets, will be handled by all sorts of persons, anxious to turn an honest penny. But the fact remains that the only authorized publisher of the Wizard of Tuskegee, giving inside history available to no other chroniclers, is Volume II, written by the author J. Scott, secretary of the Tuskegee Institute, and Lyman Beecher Stone, grandson of Harriet Beecher Stowe, who wrote the spring from the press of Doubleday, Page & Co., and will be entitled Booker T. Washington: Builder of a City. It will be well worth waiting for. That lynchings can be prevented was anly shown by the courageous action of the chief officers in Muskogee county, Oklahoma, the other night, when a mob of about 500 midnight maudrauers attempted to kill a man accused of murdered men accused of killing a police-man. The colored men were spirited and outlawed, confining county, while killing Hilliard and the officials of the jail held back the mob. The point must be that the processes of law must take their course. If these men were guilty of crime, their punishment has been established in open court. Free government is a failure where this principle of justice is not protected; democracy is on trial for its life. A movement in upper New York City to erect apartment houses, with accommodation for the needs of colored persons of limited means, is being fostered by the National League on Urban Conditions and a group of activists who are relieving the congested housing conditions among the colored people of New York City, except by tuition in miscellaneous roomers, and that this system does not make for good morals. The Urban League, the Urban League, denies the contention made in some quarters, that this plan houses is a movement in disguise to segregate the Negroes in a certain locality adjacent to the Harlem river. It is refreshing to note that one T. P. Riddle, of Lima, Ohio, "the "Buckeye Corn Bears," which included Washing- ton and other places, has been dis- tion and other places. Frank B. Wills from the position of State Agricultural Department, Rid- dge State Agricultural Department, consisted of retaining on his Philadelphia gram of the Corn Boys a visit to a per- formance of the infamous film, "The BIRD error" and asked him specifically to eliminate this feature from his ar- twork. He was correct, or to some people that one means what he says is to erase their names from a signal achievement is due to this est and persistent agitation of Armond Advocate, and Harry C. Smith, editor of the Cleveland Gazette. The lynching of whites has been materially increased during the year 1914, according to a statement prepared with great care by Monroe N. Work, head of the Department of Recruitment, Tuskegee Institute. Mr. Work's statement included a total of 68 lynchings took place in the State of Georgia, were colored and 14 whites. In 1914 it were colored and 3 whites were victims of mob violence, an increase of 5 as to degrees and of 11 as to the whites. Eighteen of the lynchings took place in the State of Georgia. In the total four of the persons thus murdered were innocent of the crimes charged against them. It is but a rehearsal of an old story. In 1914 lynchings any one, the law is able to protect society against all offenders. The entire country is wishing ultimate success to Major Robert Russa McCormick, the late Dr. Washington. At Tuskegee he will have the able and active assistance of that marvelous man of all of the colleges, the universities that broad-gauged and resourceful vice-principal and treasurer, Warren Logan, as well as the sympathetic co-workers, the teachers, the officers and officers, schooled under the thorough tutelage of Dr. Washington. At the college he the chieftains of the Negro Farmers College of the National Negro Business League, of the National Association of Colored Teacher's education, the outgrowth of the Tuskegee idea and the national tension work of the institution. The last words of the departed leader on the occasion of his retirement be regarded by all of these forces as the parting junction of the great man whose work they have been delegated by fate to continue to carry forward. Very justly, the Newport News Star is peeved over the fact that a "monumental" attractive program was presented of the Negro Business League, advertised for a Sunday or so ago at a popular church of that city, a presumably attractive program was presented of the Negro Business League, fifty persons turned out to take action on the "general uplift of the race," Lewis, running the risk of being called to task for the repellation of some folks for a fearless journalist who tells the race of its shortcomings to look on Newport News to task the problem, and gives fine opportunity to get together. He found comfort, nevertheless, in the reflection that "there is never any failure, and unceasingly agitated," and advises that the "agitation of constructive measures" be continued with more aggrieved action, because aggressive agitation seems to be sorely needed in his home town. The Pullman Company has "lossened up," as it were, and on January 1 its new scale of wages went into effect, involving an increase of $600,000 per year in the compensation paid to the conductors, porters, and others. The employees and may have advance of about 10 per cent. to each of the 9,000 or so persons included in the head of the pay interest to the Negro in this matter relates to the advance of the pay interest to the employees and may be in the scale paid to porters, as this is the line of activity in which he is principally engaged. They have been drawing from $27.50 to $35.00 per month, according to the testimony offered last spring by President John T. Lincoln and other officials of the company in an investigation carried on by the Federal Industrial Commission, looking into wage conditions throughout the country. The porters say they will pay the increase of highly unwell-well, welcome, and highly appreciated, it is not sufficient to do away with the necessity for the time-honored "tip." Which they must have, in order to piece up "a" in a way the scanty amount paid them by the Pullman corporation direct. Travelers, therefore, will be expected to have the regulation "two-bits" ready when the payroll shows up with his ever-ready whisk. NATIONAL NEGRO BUSINESS LEAGUE TO HOLD SEVEN- TEENTH ANNUAL SESSION ON AUGUST 16, 1916. After a most careful consideration of the several invitations received by the NEGRO Business League, we are au- tive Committee to announce that the League has decided to accept the invi- tation extended by the Local Negro Business League to hold a meet- ing in City. The meeting will be held August 16th, 17th and 18th, 1916. The League has selected a most opportune time to hold their meeting in Kansas City, for as- istant Fortune J. Weaver, President of the League. "These dates fit in just right, as the Masons will hold their Grand Lodge in Kansas City during the second week of August and the National Medical Association comes during the fourth week. These two meetings in addition to the first night's meetings will best possible inducements to the railroads to make possible reduced fares and will afford delegates to the Grand Lodge an opportunity to attend some of the sessions of the Business League. The Executive Committee has also dedicated time and fitting that the first night's (August 16th) session be devoted to memorial exercises in honor of Dr. Booker T. Washington, President of the National Negro Business League. The upcoming meetings regarding the forthcoming meeting of the National Negro Business League will be made from time to time through the press. The Masons will be represented by Napier, Chairman Executive Committee, Nashville, Tennessee; Emmett J. Scott, Secretary, Tuskegee Institute, Alabama; Tuskegee Banks Institute—president, Mount Pleasant. SOLDIERS' HOME NOTES, MARION INDIANA The two new arrivals at Barrack No. 1 applying for admission are Frank Bridges, E Troop, 9th Cavalry, and G. A., 24th Infantry U. S. A., and ev. Lewis Robinson, o.c. G, 17th U. S. C. T. Infantry. Lewis Robinson formerly lived in Cave City, Ky. Jacob Mooney and Wm. Griffin were transferred to the hospital for treatment. Benjamin LaForce, while going from the barracks to the mess hall, slipped and fell on the icy walks and sustained painful injuries. He was taken to the hospital for treatment. Col. J. H. Ringgold returned home from Indianapolis Friday, where he went to attend the republican love feast. He reports a great time and a great deal of enthusiasm in the meeting. Wm. Buchanan, who has been out on furlough, returned yesterday suffering with lagripe, and is now in the hospital for treatment. Deputy Grand Chancellor J. H. Ringgold installed the following officers of Howard Lodge No. 23, K. of P., at Kokomo Tuesday evening. Chancellor commander, R. E. Gaskin; vson; M. of Exchequer, James Gaskin; M. of Finance, Dr. J. W. Ramey; K. of Hill; mast of works, William Reed; M. of A. Sherman Caryille; inner Newton Palmer; trustee, Charles Hardman; grand representative, W. I. Ramey. The installation was very ing. THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER NDIAN pressive and the lodge is in a flourishing condition. After a pleasant visit during the holidays to Louisville, KY, with his daughter and relatives, relocated to the warmth of the steam heat in the barracks has an alluring charm for the Home is rapidly filling up with new arrivals. The morning reports show a total membership of 1,655, and old vets that ought to be in homes. Relatives and friends of old soldiers, keep your eyes on this column for the later days. THE CLANSMAN STOPPED. Grand Army, And Negroes Get Together and Drive It Out of Town. SAN FRANCISCO, Cal.-Colored city, which has been represented and that the protest framed by Dr. E. D. W. Jones in connection with a similar case from the city was applauded. The Republic of France, and the Clansman was stopped by the chief of police. Every Negro church in the city, political and religious, was applauded by them all acted in such perfect harmony that the result was assured at the first counselor Oscar Hudson and Attorney Counsellor Oscar Hudson and Attorney Gr事ry went in their run infirm to town. It is like the spirit of the 60's that we hereto append the protest of the Grand Army which was first Adjutant Roberts in the Zion Church. GEORGE H. THOMAS POST NO. 2. BROOKLYN DA GRAND ARMY OF THE DA GRAND ARMY OF THE 240 Golden Gate Avenue. San Francisco, Dec. 8, 1915. Dear Counsel: At a regular meeting of this Post the following resolution was passed by a unanimous consent: Resolved, that the exhibition called the "The Birth Of a Nation" slanderously misrepresents the Federal soldier engaged in suppressing the rebellion, and maintaining the integrity of the Nation. Resolved, that we draw a mantle of respectability around the infamous bands called the Ku Klux Klan. The exhibition is false in sentiment, the exhibition is false in fact, and should be suppressed. I was directed by the Post to send a copy of this resolution to every Post in this department, and to request them to use their influence in condensed form. Kindly have this read at your Post meeting. EARLINGTON (KY.) NEWS. The Star Social club met with Mrs. Marylue Holiwell at Barnsley, Monday, January 3. Misses Gracie Hawkins and Lucile Garrette left January 4 to resume the studies at State Normal, Frankfort, Ky. Mr. and Mrs. Merriwether were here Tuesday and Wednesday of last week. He put on the movie each night to a group of members. Miss Ernshia Dunbar, of St. Louis, Mo., stopped in the city a few hours Tuesday, January 4. She visited Mrs. Nannie Oliphant. She was en route to Columbia City, Tenn., to see her uncle, Rev. and Mrs. Marry. Marry was north enthralled a few of their friends Wednesday evening, January 5, at a three course 6 o'clock dinner. The house was beautifully decorated. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Gray Mrs. Mary Clark and Prof. and Mrs. P. A. Ellison, Prof. and Mrs. S. H. Thomas failed to be present on account of the rain. Mrs. Margaret Teague and her daughter, Mrs. Cordia Earl, of Madisonville, were visitors of Mrs. Mary Dunlaia's week. Mrs. Almeta McGee of St. Charles, was the guest of her sister, Mrs. Minnie Lowery, last week. Mrs. Ida Steadman, of Cartersville, is visiting her father, Mr. Alex Mrs. Lula Kirk, of Terre Haute, Ind., arrived here Tuesday night, January 4, and is at the bedside of her mother, Mrs. Belle Kirk, who has been quite Mr. Albert Waters has been on the slick list recently, and he wedded bells began to ring on December 24th, when Mr. C. W. Beauchamp, of Bowling Green, Owensboro, married him. Owensboro, were married, and they a happy and prosperous future. They are teachers in the city school, where they taught math and wore recently, among them were Mr. R. W. Elliot and Pearlanna Logan, Mr. R. W. Elliot and Mr. Albert Burns and Miss贝娜 McCorley, and others. Haven't space to mention here. Mr. Elliot is a grand concert at the conservatory Monday, January 17, 7:30 p. m. under the direction of Prof. Erwin McCormack and the mission 15 and 25. Proceeds for benefit of the Mt Zion Baptist church, R. L. Scott, pastor. progressing nicely. Amount raised last Sunday was $12.00. Elder L. F. Howard was at the C. M. E. church, and first quarter conference. He preached two able sermons, at 11 a. m. and evening. C. H. Waters, of the A. M. E. Zion church, preached one soul stirring sermon at 3 p. m. The C. M. E. church is planning to start a carnival event. Mrs. Earlier Elliot had visitors from Greenville recently. Mrs. Lidia Myers her grandmother, Mrs. Mary Myers, Mrs. Sherley Sawberry. Rev H. H. Moody, of Mayfield, Ky., returned home last week and had two weeks' meeting at Slaughtersville for Rev R. N. Cummings. Rev R. N. Cummings did the preaching. Rev J. H. Gooden, of Providence, led the song and preach. Rev J. H. Gooden, a preacher and teacher at well. Rev Gooden did some good singing. The weather was fine and the water and the high water did not keep the people away and their labor was not necessary, eleven stitified and eight additional to the church. Read the creeper and a posted letter from M. M. Saturday. DOINGS AROUND THE CELERY CITY. (By W. Clarence Steward.) Sanford, Fla., Special. Behold the new year has come and every one of us has promised to do more this year. But good people than we have in other years. We are having some ideal weather about as pretty days as we have ever witnessed in January. Everybody is coming for a show. Have had only two here this season so far. Both being new companies, but made up of good talent. The first was "The Tool and the Promotion Street," the old-alanced and it was a hit. Watts Bros., Means & Means, Winn & Neugent are some of the stars. The band, under the undership of Progress, is the most family-lovely show. The next company to play has "Good." The next company to play here was "Lew Kenner's Big Sensational Troupe" presenting Funny Billy Higgins, Bowman, Bowman, and the "Miss Elise" Edna Kenner. The company was composed of all star performers and the show was best seen here in some of the best-made shows. For some see see such a small crowd out that night, but managers must learn to advertise. The Big Sensational Troupe was entertained at the Palm Garden at an oyster-dotted place. Everybody is the most family-lovely show. Everybody enjoyed themselves and dancing and whist until the wee wee hours of morn. We are always glad to have such companies as this come to our site. The full dress hall given at the Daisy during the holidays by Mr. Jim James, the owner of the ports a nice time, as Mr. James knows what to have to entertain you. She also made a flight to the holidays at Madison with her mother-in-law, and she reports a swirl trip. She also made a flying trip to Tallahassee while she and took in the Teachers' Association. Prof. and Mrs., J. N. Crooms, Miss Fredra McCormick, and Dr. Robert in the State Teachers' Association at Tallahassee on the 28th to 30th of December. Mrs. Geneva, Thomas, one of the teachers at the Dayton school, part of the holidays in our city. Mrs. Thomas is doing great school work in the city. Mr. James Blackmore, of Tampa, brother to Mrs. Dr. Kelli, spent the holidays here with his sister. While in Chicago Blackmore, Dr. and Mrs. Kelli motored to Orlando, Deland and other places. A bunch of the Orlando young men cared for the children and bands like the piano player. Some class. Mrs. Louis Refore and little son H. L. Jr., spent the holidays at her home in Green Sweet Lake. Mrs. Fannie Choice is very ill at her home on Second street, but she is reported a little better at this writing. Mrs. Sweet Green is his spent new in Gainesville and Ocala. Mrs. and Mrs. Frank Blair have come to Tampa for a few days. Mrs. Blair is one of our prosperous young men. The Armstrongs, magicians, gave two swell shows at the little Daisy theater, and they were very much enchanted. They were very much and entertaining too much cannot be said about the Armstrongs. Mrs. Irma Steward, accompanied by her husband, "Clarence Steward, spent part of the holidays at her home town, Fernland. About a little stand. Sit with Miss Vivian Archer has been on the sick list, but is up again and at her duty at the Palm Garden. Mr. A. G. Allen has built some theater in our town and it was opened on the first year of the year by local Minstrels, and believe me, it was some show. Much credit is due Mr. Allen for such a swell theater. Mr. Joseph M. Frye, groundkeeper for the Louisville baseball club, is in town of the Parkingsments for the coming training camp which will be here. We are glad to have Mr. Frye in our midst and welcome him to our little city. Death visited our city on December 22, 1904. The book from our midst Mr. Smith Jackson, Mr. Jackson was an active member of Jupiter Lodge No. 2352, G. U. O. of F., and was in good standing. The funeral was held from St. Paul Baptist church, of which he was a member. He leaves a wife and three children to mourn beside a host of friends. Well, the leap year is here and the year is ready. Some of them are in earnest. They mean to get them a better or ready. The Freeman is always found at the Palm Garden. Those owing the paper are ready. How do you if you don't pay how can we pay? LOVEJOY, ILL. Kid Hoy, Baltimore Champion, to Visit the South. Dr. Earle Williams, of Lovejoy, Ill. and L. G. Costly, who handles the business affairs of Kid Hoy, the clever coloured world champion. Iskib the middleweight boxer, are arranging for Hoy their great boxing machine to box the best northern middleweight and have bout completed. The boxers Hoy must meet before journeying for his southern trip. Here is the list of the Mendelssohn, Tenns,; Burrell Smith, of Duluth, Minn.: Christy Williams, of Dayton, Ohio; One Round Kid Sylvester, of Ohio; Jace Hill, of diampolis, Ind. Hail at present Hoy will prepare for his many important bouts at the Lovejoy, Ill. training quarterfinals. Hoy will go to Jacksonville, Fla. to meet any of the best middleweights the southern promoters can produce. 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For best results use LaCreole Hair Pole of the Comb Straightener, but promotes a LACREOL BROWN HAIR FACER FOR SEND FOR MY FREE CATALOGUE. Line of Hair Goods in this country for all Switches, Pompadours, Hair Pins, Combs, Agents Wanted. T. V. When writing, please QUINA GROWS REMOVES SEND FOR QUINA THE IDEAL THOROUGHLY CLIP QUINA HAIR STREAK SHAMP QUINAGE 25¢ QUINAGE AT ALL SEEBY DRUG COMPANY This Comb, properly heated, and lace of LaCreole Hair Pomade, will bring the hair crimpy hair straight and silky at the every stroke and cause a rapid growth of the hair. Don't put it off but send $1,000 to the comb by return mail. It is Larger. It can be made of Copper or Molybdenum and together and can into one solid piece; highly polished and fully nikeled plack; steel Price of Comb and Alcohol Heater, complete, $1.50. Here is the top. S SPECIAL. ALCOHOL HEATER is the handiest and most convenient heating the Comb, and can be closed up so that you can put it in your life so it results use LaCrole Hair Pomade. It not only meets every requirement Straightener, but promotes a luxuriant growth of hair. Price, by mail, 30c. BE BROWN SKIN FACE POWDER, by mail, 30c. OR MY PINE CAT COLOR illustrating the Largest and Most Complete Goods in this country for colored people, such as Bangs, Wigs, Puffs, Capadours, Hair Pins, Combs, Brushes, etc. Wanted. T. W. TAYLOR, When writing, please mention this paper. QUINADE GROWS HAIR REMOVES DANDRUFF SEND FOR SAMPLE QUINASOAP THE IDEAL SHAMPOO 50AP THOROUGHLY CLEANSSES THE SCALP QUINACOMB HAIR. STRAIGHTENER SHAMPOO DRYER QUINASE 25¢; QUINASOAP 50¢; QUINASOAP 25¢ AT ALL DRUGGISTS DRUG COMPANY. NEW YORK CITY. N. Y. TAYLOR'S SPECIAL ALCOHOL HEATER is the handiest and most convenient of the three in the Comb, and can be closed up so that you can put it in your handbag. Price $199. For best results use LaCreole Hair Pomade. It not only meets every requirement of the laCreole promoter's promise, but also of hair. Price, by mail, 361, LaCreole BROWN SHEEN POWDER, 1200 W. 2nd St., New York, NY 10022. SEND FOR MY FREE CATALOGUE illustrating the Larvest and Most Complete Hints. It is good in this country for colored people such as Bans, Wigs, Fur, Switches, Hats, and Coats. Agents Wanted. T. W. TAYLOR, 248 Antoine St. DETROIT, MICH When writing, please write the name of the agent. QUINADE GROWS HAIR REMOVES DANDRUFF SEND FOR SAMPLE QUINASOAP THE IDEAL SHAMPOO 50AP THOROUGHLY CLEANSES THE SCALP QUINACOMB HAIR. STRAIGHTENER SHAMPOO DRYER QUINADE 25¢ QUINACOMB 50¢ QUINADE 25¢ AT ALL DRUGGISTS SEEBY DRUG COMPANY, NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. Beautiful Bust and Shoulders are possible if you will wear a scientifically constructed Bien Jolie Brassiere. 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Large cash benefits small monthly dues. Supreme Office U. L. N. of W. D548 B. 20th Street. Louisville, Ky. REATING DATE THE MAGIC ALUMNUM The Original and only Shampoo Drier & Hard Straightener. Price $14 Agents written for Literature. MAGIC BRAMPO DRIER CO. Blencoeville WI. Read the Freeman. Get the habit. It is a good one. News from far and near. Life and Works of Booker T.Washington Splendidly Illustrated, Large Print Simple Language Memorial Edition Written to be read and enjoyed by those whom this great leader struggled for. Send Express or Postal Money Order to Fowler and Fowler 412 Superior Bldg, Cleveland, Ohio, U. S. A. PRICE $1.00 POSTPAID York Hair Culture, Manicuring and Hair Weaving, fall Rosielean Hair Grower and Dale it is the best on the market, don't believe in Rosielean Culture, send for a free sample. Our Specializes Hair Straightening Comb and Shampoo This comb is $4 inches long over all, solid brass, nickel plaited with spiral wire handle. Weight complete $4 ounces. The handle being of spiral wire cannot become hot nor burn out, which makes the comb brittle at a life time. Being heavier than any other comb on the market, it holds the best charge. We will send this comb to any address, prepaid, on receipt of $1.00. square order, stamps or cash. Address Pink's Pharmacy THE NEW IDEA "Pressing and Training the Hair while you sleep" G.A. MORGAN'S HAIR REFINER Before After Why be untidy about your hair when it can be avoided? G. A. Morgan's Hair Refiner and Soap will positively straighten the hair and make a complete change in your appearance within fifteen minutes. G. A. Morgan's Hair Pressing Night Gap is held. It keeps the hair in perfect condition and trains it while you sleep. Everybody should use one. OUR OTHER HAIR PREPARATIONS G. A. MORGAN'S Black Hair Dye, Hair Oil, Hair Tonic, Liquid Shampoo Soap, Refiner Soap Melvin, Ohio ME G. A. MORGAN HAIR REFINING CO. 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OUR OTHER R G.A.MORGAN'S Black Hair Dye Soap, Gin, Orge G.E.G. A.MORGAN Wilcox and Bis building have been unst the worth and meg leader. gable tribu the eminent m ing Booker T. ttt. has Fill your home atmosphere with ED. PINAL The great French perfume, awards. Each drop as sweet blossom. A celebrated con- you can sell well as a memorable remember each bottle contains Ask your dealer today for ED. our American offices will send Indianapolis, Indiana NEW IDEA the hair while you sleep HAIR REFINER After when it can be avoided? G. A. Morgan's stagnant the hair and make a com- mil fifteen minutes. Cap (Pet, Apid. For) keeps the hair in your sleep. Everybody should use one. PREPARATIONS Hair Oil, Hair Tonic, Liquid Shampoo finer Soap HAIR REFINING CO. Cleveland, Ohio to : : : Incorporated 1914 OUR FEMALE REMEDY! Magnolia Blossom unexcelled for the treatment of the following diseases: Inflammation, Congestion and Falling of the Womb (or Prolapses), forward, backward or downward. 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What Our Women are Doing By Grace Lucas-Thompson. THE DIFFERENCE. She was a woman, worn and thin. Whom the world condemned for a single sin! They cast her out on the King's high-way. money raised for her children have lost their all a war. Miss R. A. Webb Provident Hospital And passed her by as they went to pray. He was a man, and more to blame. But the world spared him a breath of shame. Beneath his feet he saw her lie. But raised his head and passed her by. They were the people who went to pray. At the temple of tidon on a holy day; They scorned the woman, forgave the man. It was ever thus since the world began. Time passed on and the woman died, On the Cross of Shame she was cruci- fied; But the world was stern and would not yield, And they buried her in Potter's Field. The man died, too, and they buried him In a casket of cloth with a silver rim, And said, as they turned from his grave away. "We have buried an honest may to- day." —Arthur Lewis Tubbs. Miss C. J. Collins, teaches music at the Sam Huston College. Miss Oshea E. Robinson is employed by the Royal Hotel at Miami, Fla., as manicurist and beauty cultist. Now that they have traced Negro blood to Mrs. Frank Leslie, what are they going to do about it? What of it anyway? Mrs. A. A. Fuller is owner and manager of the Witchaft at Wichita, Kansas, a thoroughly modern and comfortable stopping place. Mrs. Geraldine Witers, Oakland, is state organizer of clubs for the state of California, and one of the directors of the Old People's Home of that city. Miss Minette Sutturs, a graduate in millinery and manicuring, conducts a high-class establishment at Memphis. She also makes a specialty of cleaning white fur. Miss Geraldine Hodges, a graduate of the University of Chicago, has taken courses in millinery and expression at Lincoln Institute, Jefferson City, Mo. Miss Leonora Richmond is bookkeeper and stenographer in the N. G. S. office, and Mrs. F. B. Calhoun is chief clerk in the money department of Mosaic Templars of Little Rock, Ark. Mrs. A. M. Tunbo-Pope-Malone and her husband gave $,5,000 in the recent St. Louis campaign for the Y. M. C. 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 Indian Hospital of M. E. Washington, the amount of BOOKER T. V. BY PAUL LAUR The word is writ that he What is the passing break But to snatch glory from That is to be, to live, to A poor Virginia Cabin g And from its dark and lo A peer of princes in the A master spirit for the m Strong, silent, purposeful The mark of rugged force Straight on he goes, nor Where hot the hounds co With one idea foremost Like the keen prow of so 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. By Charles Alexander. When the sad news of the death of Dr. Booker T. Washington flashed over the协会 on November 14, 1915, the people of the United States experienced a grief. This man was born in obscurity, in poverty, in squalor, in the gloom of a world in which his inherent qualities of head and heart he attained a commanding position, and power felt in almost every circle of human activity. The passing of Dr. Booker T. Washington into the mysterious beyond, a deep grief and an overshadowing sorrow has changed his life. Over his failing and indefatigable labors, he demonstrated that the handicap of the American people can be a man from the ranks of distinguished service, honor and preferment. The number of years to sustain intimate personal relations with this man, and I am well acquainted with his powers which he exerted, of his --- money raised for the relief of the sufferers in Europe, many of whom have lost their all as a result of the war. Miss R. A. Webb, a graduate of Provident Hospital Training School for Nurses, has been appointed matron of the girls at Lincoln Institute at Jefferson City, Mo. Miss Webb was formerly head nurse at the Butler sanitarium, Evansville, IL. Every nation has found delight in collecting rare and curious editions of this book and in sharing it. This book has the story to tell in $3 languages. There are just fifteen states in the United States where women vote anything. There are eleven full suffrage states and one where women vote for the President only; there are others where they have a partial right to vote generally for members of school boards. Paul Lawrence Dunbar's mother is still living and quite active. She is appear at an entertainment or charity event, at which she will read some of her favorite poems of her son. She will also read "When Malala Singa," the poem hav-anced on her life and dedicated to her. Miss Ola M. Walz is business manager of the Atlanta Independent and secretary-treasurer of the Independent Publishing Company. Miss Walker is university ability, pleasing address, easy approach and of a sweet disposition. She has been associated with the Independent since 1911 and is an alumnus of the famous Lucian Lacy school. As a memorial to her daughter, Mrs. Julia McAdos gives a Christmas tree to her children. She is loaded Washington, D. C. The tree is loaded down with useful presents, toys, candy and fruit. This is made possible by the benefice of her by the benefice of her relatives, friends and many of the merchants of the city. Thus many hearts are raised for her. She is own child who is thus made to abide with her in spirit if not in the flesh. More than 1,000 boys and girls were remembered at Christmas at a monster Christmas tree given under the auspices of the Newboys' Association. An elaborate program was carried out by Mrs. Bessie L. Allen, who is superintendent of the association and also a probation officer of the juvenile court. The Christmas tree is an annual treat for the children, and through love, sympathy, firmness and cooperation Mrs. Allen is doing a wonderful work among the "news" Louisville, Ky. Report comes that the French chef has been "tried in the balance and found wanting" in the South and that there is a great demand for the good old Negro cookers of long ago. In this aching voids, Rack Hill, S. C., is conducting a school of cooking for colored women and Georgia is also planning a school through the efforts of the Georgia Federation of Women's Clubs. It has been said that the Southern cook is proverbially wasteful but it is planned to place special stress on economy in cooking in these schools. WASHINGTON CONFENCE DUNBAR he who runs may read. birth of earthly fame? in the hands of blame.— to strive have the seed, newly door there came world's acclaim, station's need. I beyond his kind, he on brow and lip, turns to look behind some baying at his hip, in his mind, some on-forging ship. remarkable gift for organizing and leading and for the charm and drawing personality. Dr. Washington was always conscious of his vocation: American life, stood between a crugling, hopeful, aspiring mass of black people and a strong, rich, dominant and successful group of white people, sane, optimistic, practical doctrine, pleading for opportunity in industry, business and education, and he won many classes. He was a man of tremendous reach and importance. Though born degradation he was deprived of poverty in his youth, by his industry, thrift and intelligent efforts he gained rank and wealth. Though belonging to a despised race, he pressured against and challenged confidence and affection of people in all walks of life. While he lived in a period of great turmoil, he managed the affairs and of the rule the dollar, yet he commanded the interest, and sympathy of the lowest and the highest, of the poorest and the richest, of the smallest and the greatest. The secret of Dr. Washinton's success was due to his fine diplomacy. —Rhese in New York World. his tactfulness, his prudence, his sagacious conduct, and the magic his personality. He was able to win audiences from the most refined and the most powerful, and was able to reach men who lived, virtually, in steel cages, protected from the influence of the outside world. He was able to divert their attention from the business of money-getting to money-making, and to help his life. No private citizen was stoexclusive in habits, too powerful in the business of money-getting, and respect for him to reach, and when he did reach his man he came away with an object of his quest, the fruit of his effort. His sanity and poise won him unusual distinction. He became the foremost man in America. His name was William Washington, and he was one of the sections of the world. He had a great mission, and he pursued that mission with a identity and devotion unexcelled by anyone. When Dr. Washington came out of Hampton Institute in Virginia, where he received his education, he founded the National Normal Industrial Institute in Alaska. He so loved that what little education the Negro had acquired came from books written by him. Negro thoughts and notions and ideals came from the same source, and that the heritage of slavery had left the race unbroken. He was no integrity, racial solidarity, racial union, or racial conceit to hold it together. Finding the race weak in the background, he was the serious task of organizing the Negro people, suggesting racial pride and racial union as the foundation upon which the world would be he would erect in the United States. Dr. Washington urged that industrial training, the mastery of the arts and the buying of land, the cultivation of the soil, the establishing of business networks, the establishment of the ultimate solution of the perplexing problem of the Nebraska bank accounts were the main contenders for the restrict rights, views, political office, aspiring to positions in the social world, or dramatizing the ills suffered, and contended that the better be for the office to establish tangible, substantial, material possessions, getting a softer place for the office to mean make itself valuable and indispensable to the nation. From small beginnings under the most serious handicaps and circumstances his institution was established, his educational enterprise was developed in the magic mirror of the best known educational centers in America. It has developed a half dollars, and possesses property worth $1,118,000, consisting of one hundred buildings and 2,345 acres of land. Through seven years under competent teachers, many of whom were graduated from the teaching universities of the state, dustries taught at Tuskegee. At the present time there are nearly 2,000 students and 200 teachers, all belonging to the In his wonderful book, "Up From Slavery," Dr. Washington wrote, "I race hinges on the question as to whether or not it can make itself of such indispensable value that the people in the town and state where we will live need to be prepared necessary to the happiness and well-being of the community." And in his book, "The actor Building," Dr. Washington says, "One farm bought, one home built, one home neatly kept, one man the larger, one man the smaller, one bank, one church or school maintained, one factory running successfully, one truck garden pro-tably cultivated, one patient correctly treated, one office well preached, one office well prepared, one life well cleaned —these will tell more in our favor. "He will tell you that you can be summoned to plead our cause." His ideal was that the Negro should prove his worthiness by his usefulness, and this is a splendid idea and ideal. Dr. Washington was a very practical man. He devoted himself to the development of attention to opportunities rather than advertisements. He could see beauty in common things about him. He got certain things about medicines and got happiness out of hardships; joy out of troubles, and he saw in industry, thrift and clean living the ultimate solution of life's hardest problems. MOUND CITY, ILL. Monday evening, January 3, under the apples of Zarodath Lodge No. 6, representative citizens of southern Illinois met at the S. M. T. hail, not only to enjoy an afternoon of laughter, but to presses made by prominent men of the above named cities. Through the efforts of M. W. G. M. C. L. Rice said meeting was initiated for the purpose of cementing a closer relationship between the two cities. Sixty-eight men had partaken of the many good things prepared by the hands of Rev. T. Chault, M. M. J. Chault, T. Swayne, Frank Cornet and A. C. Cochran, reception committee, Judge C. M. Thompson, toastmaster, called upon by Hamilton, Mr. George Clark, of Cairo; Mr. L. Washington, mail carrier of Mounds; C. L. Rice, J. C. Steele, of Mound City, and G. M. A. A. Martin for the closing speech. Timely and candidly told by these gentlemen and as men in every walk of life met on a common level of the various citizens felt at home and expressed himself as being somebody, standing for something and doing something in his daily life. Much good will no doubt result from said meeting. The music rendered by Mr. Clarence Patterson kept on lively during the banquet, and the time was spent very pleasantly. Get The Freeman in Greenwood, Miss. from H. G. Motley, 614 Fulton street. MAN PARALYZED 9 YEARS, COULDN'T MOVE; HE NOW WALKS BY USING THE WONDERFUL MIN-RAL-COP. Sick Man! Sick Woman! Will you read every word of this important MESSAGE? It's an everlasting joy. It brings happiness, comfort and sunshine in the home one time more. I have demonstrated them here in Richmond for seven months to thousands of people. Nothing like it in America. I am sending them daily to suffering people everywhere. It has been a long time since my friends were in over heart or read of in my whole life. Words of the highest praise are coming from thousands. If you want to eat what you want, as much as you want, and when you want, send for a Cop today and you will be the most important to the SLAVE. I was a slave to irrigation and he was a pig. I can eat that fat meat, potipite custards and everything I want. I am as much as a pig. A COP will last 5 years. EVERY WORD YOU READ HERE COMES FROM a pure conscience and real true experience. I have been very much more than I was in the 1930s. For the first time I was very much more than I was in the 1930s. 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Reading notes 100 per line. Special rates on "write up." Entered at the postoffice at Indianapolis, id. as second class matter. GEORGE L. KNOX, PUBLISHER AND MANAGING EDITOR, ELWOOD C. KNOX, BUSINESS MANAGER, SATURDAY. JAN. 15. 1916. Some one had blundered—the Daryan danelles. In these days of rain one can't help thinking of Noah's Ark. 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. According to report the lynchings in the United States for 1915 were 69. This is an increase of seventeen above the number that met their deaths at the hands of the mobs in 1914. Six more Negroes and eleven more white persons. Of the number lynched 55 were Negroes and fourteen were white. Eighteen lynchings occurred in the State of Georgia, a fact that stands out against the increase, in that the area was limited, and which means much in view of our many States with their large Negro populations. In a sense it is gratifying to know that the mob is getting to the place where it is not a respector of persons. While this is no pleasing (?) distinction to the mob spirit, yet it relieves the Negro race of the implied thing that it alone was the subject of mob furry, and which created two fully impressions. These were: That the Negroes were held in special contempt, and that their crimes were such as required unusual methods. With these thoughts in view we should not feel depressed owing to the increase of lynchings in the past year. Then, too, the war spirit felt everywhere may have contributed to the increased lawlessness. 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 Quite a commotion was caused at the Helena high school on January 5th, when the instructor at the gym made the announcement that Mr. Julian Lee was to play on the basket ball team. Two of the players of the team under instruction from their parents withdrew their names. It will be remembered that Mr. Lee saved the day for Helena at Bozeman, Mont., in 1914, while playing on the team as super-numery, and he also had some trouble in getting his place at Hotel Place. It is reported by those in a position to know that Mr. Lee handles the ball with more grace and ease than any man on the team. The professor says he is there to stay and we believe Mr. Lee will be instrumental in assisting Helena in bringing home the bacon. Miss Myrtle Cross and Mr. Lewin 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. --- Because of disadvantages that overshadowed its advantages, Miss Lillian Evans, assistant in kindergarten instruction, has declined a proffered promotion to kindergarten principal, with assignment at the Garfield School, beyond Anacostia, D. C. It was expected that Miss Evans would be named to succeed Miss Nettie Murray as kindergarten principal at Bell school. Miss Evans, who is an extraordinarily competent teacher and a brilliant musician, is the daughter of Dr. W. Bruce Evans, who was summarily deposed some years ago as principal of the Armstrong Manual Training School. 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. It has been announced that twelve- students boxers instead of the five- ounce gloves worn in the price ring will blow not disfigure the contestants Confidence is of Slow Growth but a mighty Oak when matured. 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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: The Grand Theatre, Birmingham, Alu, is one of the largest and finest equipped houses in the South. The "Grand-King" house is in the South. It is 1,400 and is a usual thing to see the S. R. O. sign long before the curtain rises. Since I have been fortunate enough to obtain the service of the house only for the wife of the late Billy Kerands, the minstrel king. She is a big hit in vaudeville and I am pleased to say that Mrs. Kersands is now appear- ing in the new house. He was the most at- house and she is the greatest drawing card that has ever played my house. She is not only a drawing card but she delivers her own. Her éclations Mrs. Kersands has a good voice and knows how to handle it. She is a great favorite here and she gets the same, especially when she goes to her other boiled husband, Billy, the old veteran of minstrelsy. She is holding the name and fame of her husband with honor and dignity. I am so pleased with Mr. Kersands's working ability that I have extended her engagement two weeks longer with her own company known as Mrs. Billy Kerands. Minstrel Boys and Girls are under the name of Mr. Crendell, Mrs. Kersands wishes to say that Mr. Johnson, the manager of the Grand, is one of the most courteous and business-like members of the house. He knows how to treat a real performer. So fellow performers, write him and get in a first-class house and meet a manager with good business qualifications. 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. "that "Holiday in Dixieland" created a furor at the Grand last Monday evening, goes without speaking. Morning, the Grand last Monday was the New Yorkமை너 (New York, Pophies, and Vergie Richards), the sweet singing soubret, now a triple shouter, were the stars and their dancing tanous, so that the sound was so much as the tric dancing feature of Harry Gray and Sam Bailey were also a specialty. The "Holiday in Dixieland" was the New Yorkமை너, the Nellie Carly Essie Wallace, Cora Hunter, Miles Williams and Francis Woods. The Florenz troupe were marvellous and so-called as "the first of the first" in his own son's and joke-talk, showed quite some clever-ness of the first. The first was a good artist, but not great voices. Hunter's Dogs in character poses, were very intelligent white English letters, but the first was so much as is compared by the first of last week and was of the Cherry Sisters. There was a day and some people will remember the song the Day. The first was the New Yorkமை너. "A day," she told, "there should have been retired and forgotten Adah Banks remained but she will need a relationship with the other. She is always a bleach. Dots it seems, was handicapped by the illness of their comedian, and the time she did who did any of the balance as the curtain sang down Sam Davis, the black-face comedian. I look his place in a moment's notice of the life of the men, which I were not aware of last Monday evening, was unfortunate. The act was surprisingly good at the first. She is very good. She is natural, not natural, was also a good dancer. Sam Davis' jokes were good and Fred Davis's was so good that he was the only little "down" to me. [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. songs were, "Dem Silver Slippers," "Everyday Be Sunday Bye an Bye," "Meet Me at Sunrise in the Morning," "Shivering and Shaking Out in the Cold," "Talk About Your Moses," "What Kind of Shoes Are You Going to Wear?" The Colored Expedium and "Six First of Earth." His text took was with a white dramatic company. He played the Negro characters in "The Molly McGuire" and "Over the Hills to the Poor House." He next starred in Uncle Tom's Cabin as the first colored Tom, and the first Colony was produced in the South. He was a singer, then later, as a widower, he married Carrie Melvin, a musician of the Bergen Star Concerts, in which he was appearing, and after which time Mr. Mrs. Lucas traveled extensively in Crane, H氵s and Jack's Croles. He also introduced Rosa Lee Tyler in vaudeville at the Olympic. Chicago. After he and his wife had parted, Bob Cole took him in the "A Trip to Coontown" Company, and afterwards Ernest Hancock was a firm member of the Company. Nine years ago his health began to fall and he only appeared occasionally. Helen Goodman. Helen Goodman, wife of Harry Good 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. The funeral took place at St. Monico's colored Catholic church Wednesday, January 1, Father Edward Rice of the Church of the Nativity, who had baptized her and her husband into the Church, officiated. Interment was in the first of the century the deceased was 47 years of age and she is involved in her husband and a few nieces. Mrs. G. G. M. was known in early life as Helen B. Spencer. She was born in Windsor, Canada, but reared in Detroit, Mich. She made an early reputation as an endowment and her first prominent engagement was to work with the appears in East Lynn at the Madison state. Their, her, Chicago, Ill. She was also the first colored Spanish dancer and had appeared in acts with Bob Cole, Goggin & Davis, Alex Mayhew, Billy Cook and Mills & Goodman. He also traveled with Downing's Creoles, Goodman's Col- and Comedians, Al G. Fields' Darkest America, Sham Occations, Coonten & 400 and in vaudeville, Whareon's Goodman's health failed so that he had to give up as a performer, he put his wife and LaBelle Glenn, the singer in vaudeville as the Samoan Girls and the other developed it to a four-act novelty, which made him a hit on all the big vaudeville, circuits. Marcell Mitchell. Marcell Mitchell, a young comedian 31 years of age, born in Atlanta, Ga., died Monday, January 3. Mr. Mitchell was the comedian of "The Eight Black Dots" which opened at the Grand Theater last Monday evening. Mr. Mitchell, who was slightly consumed, had a complication of light ailments. He complained of feeling ill to his partner, Joseph Sheftell, but did not have to attend rehearsal. He had bought a white shirt and collars, then went to bed. He expected to be able to appear at 8 o'clock but Dr. Bibbs was sent for and at 9 p.m. phoned his partner at the Grand that Mitchell would have to be sent to the hospital, and he died in the ambulance on his way. 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, “Me a bad Indian,” I looked up and peeped down the barr of a 45-Colt automatic. He looked up me and I looked at him. I smiled, but he did not, so I commenced gathering up my tickets and change. Tolliver and the driver eased out. The Mexican turned his back and I gave the place “air.” In turning around from me, he cut Finnis escape off, as there was only one door. Morgan was playing the piano, but when he saw the gun he stopped. Finnis said, “The man's got a gun; play the piano.” Morgan did so, and while Morgan was playing the piano to avoid looking at the gun he looked the other way, thinking that someone was trying to take the gun away; and when I did look he and the Mexican were the only ones left. I went to the depot agent and asked who the policeman was; one fellow made this remark, upon learning what was going on: “Take a club and hit him over the head and take the gun.” I did, you all know. NOT! The town is at present just as it was in the days 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.) Robert Hilliard's Negroid "problem play," "The Pride of the Race," after a brief rest during which period its plot was said, has been made. The first year of the year, the week of January 11. It was given its premier in Buffalo, as we have stated in a previous letter, under the title of "The Pride of the Race." But the local sentiment suggested that the element of race be made less prominent, and it was advertised as "What Because, The Pride of the Race" was suggested in a little and the central idea in the plot, wherein a white woman weds a man who has in his own strain to the work of the new knowing him to be other than a pure Caucasian. The tense situation comes when the atavism of race brings to the characteristics and the characteristics and the woman is compelled by conventions of society to repudiate the husband, whose Negro expression was appeared to be a procession for two generations or more. The arguments that lean toward "equality of races" based on the eternal brotherhood of mankind, etc., are often the same as the status of the race and the differences below the Mason and Dixon line and the play was unable to secure a hearing of the new thing that has been high-grade circuit, which is long, as a scientific study and a logical presentation of a great sociological problem, the play had elements that have the most interesting place in the study of the race. It dealt deftly with a social question, portraying prejudices without endorsing them and choosing to be a situation that is an�-diving, them approval. As we see it, "The Pride of Race," in its original form, is one of the greatest human rights and social status. The problem is that changes will take place when it is placed before a New York audience will be seen later on. To a man-up-and-up, the state's work is "Damaged Goods" with scarcely a grimace, ought to have nerve enough to sit out Robert Hilliard's classic discussion of race problem as old as his home. It was with the same idea that the eye of the race was even if handed out through a formula new to the dramatic world. ..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. 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It was because Crescent City people did not know Fultons' ability at the announcement of the post-nement was made. Fulton, of course, will have to beat Flynn to secure the fight, but this, it is thought, will be hard for the Minnesota giant. Further proof of the above statement in be had from the following facts: With fighters turned down a big offer a ten-round fight in Milwaukee they also refused to meet other men shorter bouts in the east. Milkellins, Fulton's manager, has rented a stage for the winter in New Orleans has sent for his and Fulton's families. the promoter's object in keeping ret their plan is, to "build" Fulton to a point where fight fans will lerstand that he is the real challenge. Tommy Burns, a b. picker, is Fulton's opponent, the elimination contest after getting Jim Coffey, Frank Moran and several better known men. BASEBALL MACHINES, NOT THE STARS, WIN-CHAMPION. The opinion has been pretty generally impressed that the Chicago Cubs will be the strongest team in either the big collection of stars herded into the club by the combination of the Cubs and the general Whales. As an old baseball team, many stars or make a great ball club. Why did Connie Mack break up the at Athletics after their defeat by Boston Braves? I was still the bestiking club in the country and a lung one. A friend of Connie's asked him this question. Many others also asked him, but Connie answered the talks little, especially to outsiders. "Well, I'll tell you," replied Mack. "I had raised most of those boys and nursed them along. I told lot of them began thinking they were stars. That was what beat us in the world's series against Boston. I don't want to go through the league managing a lot of Tinker will be up against this problem. The great machines of baseball careful work and not by organizing a lot of stars into a team, but by himself a pennant last season by spending money more extravagantly and faster for stars than ever before in the history of the game. He did not have the machine, and machines win championships. He will be battling with tempers of all kinds when he gathers his flock of players together. He will be for every position, and this abundance terrison, was first with the Giants several years ago, McCraw traded him to Boston, a scrap with the Giants, with the move. On his last visit to the Giants, Herzog got along all right until Shafer, who had been playing with the Giants one day in the middle of the season. All the things have turned out, it would have been good thing if I had let Shafer go back to Los Angeles, where he wanted to go at that time, reasoning this included the other day in But Mac chased McCormick, Shafer roommate, down to the stadium to play. He had bought his ticket, checked his runk and shipped his automobile back and was put on third base, Herzog going to the bench. Here Herzie's version of that story: "I went to college in California with Fred Snodgrass, and, when Crawd put him in center field and Herzog thought he was taking his chirurg, he. Therefore, Shafer made up his mind of his way of his pal. McCraw promised him if he would come back he would give him a job in the infield, so I had to be the fall guy, and I was sent to the Herzog has since been tickled to return. Herzog has been Cincinnati and Shafer refused to return. McCraw has missed Herzog, so is no denying that. Mac himself felt. "I am still glad Shafer ran out," de- Herzog to me the last time I knew him. on placed in his job. —Christy Mathewson. Honus Wagner has this ambition—it's swing on four more years until he has forty-five—to play in 3,000 games and be the best in all logic. This seems to be beyond all logic. It is beyond probability—but, after all, impossible. Wagner's season in his forty-first year, played through 156 games, not only in the first round, but in fielding in a ranged second among the shortstops of his league in his years not quite the Wagner of ten years ago, but he still was far from being through. Three more seas—but he put him over the 3,000-game mark, making him the best he will make the 735 base hits necessary to complete a 4,000 hit total. It will be beyond all reason if Wagner wagered. 2014 CORBETT THINKS THAT HE INTRODUCED THE LEFT HOOK. It is Jim Corbett's opinion that he was the very first man to use the famous roller coaster. I used the left hook before any man ever thought of it. I'll tell you how I happened to hit on the idea. I fighted for it. I had no history to tell you that all our bouts were contested ever fought. In the barges contested ever fought. In the barges I left hand on Joe's hard head. If I never than he was, and my left hand was the result that my knuckles were fractured. I had to do some tall think-for it was as strong as a bull and coming to the Instead of sibling straight out from the shoulder, as I had always done, I began to turn my left hand and then him with it to order to make the blow effective I had to make it in all the time, carefully avoid it and my sore knuckles. I was aware at the force that I could put to the knee that had always been avoided because the large knuckle of the thumb, with it, knew that it was the beginning of the left hook." The Freeman in Memphis, Tenn., at the Globe News Stand, 303, Beale Ave. BATTLING JACK RUSSELL Writes About Getting His Collar Bone Broken—Says That He is As Good As Ever. Sporting Editor of the Freeman—Permit me to tell the promoters in the southern state that do is to drag them into the ring. It again looks as if there is no chance for me again, beaten by the team, to be yellow to take any chance with me. I have waited long enough on Mr. Leo Johnson and his manager to make up my mind. I will fight me again. Now Mr. Woodmang Boston, if you think Leo Johnson is the best colored lightweight in the league, then some of the good boys? Now, I will fight Johnson, winner to take all, or not to take all, or to fight. I am Johnson's master, and I am willing to prove it to the public if I can get a chance with him. I will fight 20-round route in New Orleans, La., or any place. I choose New Orleans as that is the only place near where we can accept this challenge. I will meet him in New Orleans in March, or any early date that he and his manager may agree. After I have made my trip to Columbus, Ga. I will go there to look up the weather. While there I will be on an exhibition bout with them. But the man I am after is the fellow I have met in New Orleans. He received the decision over me in New Orleans, and I must get it back. I had Johnson beat him, and I had to round, when I broke two small bones in my right and Johnson was given the fight, but he claimed that he had broken his arm. I had seven battles and I have never been knocked out by anyone. I am the same Battling Jack Russell, the dog that all men at Montgomery A. C., Montgomery, Ala. ARTHUR STIGALL IN RICHMOND IND.—SHOWS CLASS IN HIS WORKOUTS. “The Item” of Richmond, Ind., has the following to say of Arthur Stigall, who is in that city taking on engagements: Stigall is in splendid condition, being only three pounds overweight, but he wants to be in the best possible condition when he loosens up her yesterday afternoon. Steary is a great save an exhibition before a crowd of colored rooters that showed a great improvement in form since he entered a local ring. Gilbert Epps, Billy Tracey and other local boys put on the gloves with Stigall's own toiled with them, showing some fancy work and holding them all off without any trouble. It was the consensus of opinion of those who saw Arthur work last year that he has improved a lot, and is better than the old one. Stigall's rights at $35, and at present we are not to be so long as they are gathered at the care he has been taking of himself. He is ready right now to enter the ring and give a good account of himself, and a bout between him and Terry Nelson should be a standing part, but there is no chance to take the place until after Nelson fights Tommy Dillon on January 18 before the Quaker City Athletic Club. In the meantime Benson is making every effort to keep Nelson in Nelson to stack up against Stigall, and little Arthur says that Benson can not get anybody in the country to keep him war. There is no doubt but that Stigall is in fine form. In his work功夫 and training with those who faced him. His muscles appeared to quiver for work, but he could not loosen up against the amateur who faced him, worked under a leash. GEORGES CARPENTIER WILL RE TIRE. Had Become Idol of France—Seriously) Mentioned to Meet Jack Johnson. NEW YORK, JANUARY 8 - Georges Carpenter, the famous French heavyweight, is going to retire from the title. The boxing idol of Haas has announced that he would take up aviation training, which would allow him to formed wonderful feats. Only a few weeks ago he was decorated with the military cross for especial work of valor. The retirement of Carpenter will be a big loss to the ring. He will be in the pugilistic world when the war started. In fact, he was all but matched to light Jack Johnson for the title. LES D'ARCY, AUSTRALIAN MID DLEWEIGHT CHAMP, WILL MEET KNOCKOUT BROWN. CHICAGO, January 8.—Les D'Arcy, Australian middleweight champion, will mix January 15 with Georges Boulle, a Frenchman from Sydney, Australia, according to a letter from Brown received in Chicago. Eddie McGoory, Jimmy Clabby, and John McCarthy had a trial against the Australian phenom and were beaten. Though not generally considered as clever as McGoory, Brown is a tough proposition known for his knack for local lightweight star, will mix tonight at Sydney with Tommy Wrenn, Australian champion in that class. Snowy Baker is promoting the bouts. Glimore wrote friends in Chicago that the fans are thirty-third degree burgers. KANSAS HAS MORE CHAMPION HORSEHOE PITCHERS THAN ANY OTHER STATE. TOPEKA. Kas.—Kansas lays claim to being the home of champions in many branches, but apparently, the championship championship pitchers than any other state in our peaceful country. Three world championship pitching matchups have held within the state borders in the last few months and efforts are being made, it has been announced, to arrange for a fourth. A. E. Hollingsworth, of Quincy, has held the championship world from Quenco, Kas. Hollingsworth, in his challenge, asserts that he defeated the champion finger, at Kansas City, saw straight game, and has the unique record of never having lost a horsehose pitching contest, which is some record. BATTLING JACK RUSSELL, THE LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMP, SAYS PETER JAMES, HIS MAN- AGER. Sporting Editor of The Freeman—I. Peter James, the manager of Battling Jack Russell, and I would be willing to lay coin down on it. I would like for you to issue this challenge in your paper that Little Arthur the champion of the world because he was to fight Russell in Tulsa, Okla., on July 4, 1915, for the first time. But they were not matched so now I would like for some promoter to call for these three boys, but I would not. Stigall and Battling Jack Russell. These three boys are the best lightweight fighters in the world, white and black, and let them fight for the colored lightweight championship of the world, and then we all will know who and who is not the champion of the world. THE FREEMAN. AN ILLUSTRATED COLORED NEWSPAPER Russell has fought fifty-eight battles and has never been knocked out by a foe. He is also willing to bring Russell any place in the world to fight any lightweight, no matter if it is Freddie Welsh, Wesley Clark or any other side stepped anyone. I have a boy who never stalls, but fights from gong to gong. Address all mail to the world's lightweight champion, Montgomery A. C., Montgomery, Ala. WISHES TO KNOW THE ADDRESS OF MOSES FINNEY. Would like to know the address of Moses Finney, known as Kid Finney. Home support provided. Admiral Prince, Honolulu, H. I., Schofield Barracks, Co. E., 25th Inft. NEW ORLEANS, LA. Jamaica Kid, the fast welterweight, who claims the welterweight champion, Gorilla Jones, who claims the title. Jamaica is now considered the welterweight champion of the world. He is the first player until he fought Jamaica Kid in Bogolouus, La., where he was defeated in a match with Jamaica in McEloy, La., where Jamaica was awarded the decision in Gorilla down five times. The winner wanted to stop the fight, but Gorilla was game and managed to take the title from Eddie Palmer in a twenty-round contest at the Orleans Athletic Club. Eddie Palmer was the winner of title from Eddie Palmer in a twenty-round contest at the Orleans Athletic Club. Eddie Palmer, Kyle Whitney, One-Round Charlie and Young Jack Johnson. He knocked out Willie Langford at nine, and also was awarded the decision over Kyle Whitney. In twenty rounds, Gorilla Jones was to have been a twenty-round winner at Madison Square Garden in New Orleans. Now he comes Jamaica who, by whipping Gorilla in two battles, is the winner of Southport and Lafayette streets, New Orleans, and can be reached at that address. CHALLENGE K. O. Grant, of Cuba, challenges any man in the world at from 133 to 135 pounds. Grant would like to meet Lee Johnson or Little Arthur Stiggel. Promotes the use of the Grant. Applications 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 find they are very much inferior to those of former days. The champions are a bunch of dodgers, and the promoters are in the way they're to get the changes to promote should never match a champion with a novice. The challenge should be a boxer of wide reputation. The public should not allow a champion to be a member of the national he will pick 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 with many men and men, and the old John Sult-livan, Fitsimmons, Joe Gans and many others I know of. Size don't make any difference when challenger is a fighter of the first type he did a竞争型 team. For that reason 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 team. In the career. Harry Wills Tom Coulter, Frank Moran or Jim J. Coffey can beat Fulton. They have been before the public longer and are better-liked by the public. If other members come there to be fight Willard instead of Fulton to a box receipt would be much larger. So lets pull for our home boy, Jack Dillon. WHAT'S DOING IN SPORT. KANSAS CITY, Mo.—The Mexican Kid and Harry Cook fought one of the most sensational and hardest fought draws ever seen in Kansas City, Mo. He has been playing all the best boys in and around Kansas City. He is open to meet any boy in the world at any time. He has added to James Jwing, manager of the Mexican Kid, 1853 Locust St. Chikin Sattinger, Hawaiian claimant of the featherweight title, is in Indianapolis with a chip on his shoulder for any of the local boys in his class. He is especially anxious to meet Jimie Dalton. NEW YORK, January 8—Mike Ertl, the 19-year-old champion, knocked out Johnny Railley in the first round of their fight at the Harlem Sporting Club. Kid Sneed would like to meet some good welterweight—Lew Williams or one-Round Sylvester preferred. Write Kid Sneed 213 West Green Street, Kissimmee, KY. NEW YORK, January 8.—Governor Whitman today was understood to oppose Fred Wenchko, long-time commissioner of New York's ten-round battles. That seemed to settle it, as the Governor has the last word. Opinion generally seemed to agree that the seated the freak championships would result from short bouts. **BUFFALO, January 8.—Milburn Saylor, introduced as the Indianapolis Tornado, failed to prove even a zephyr in his ten-round battle with Jimmy Duffy, of Lockport, last night. Duffy won two joints with scarcely the loss of New York. 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 days here visiting his daughter, Mrs. Jake Word, 3099 Thomas avenue. Mrs. E. E. Orman is at home after pleasing her parents and was the girl of Mr. and Mrs. R. Campbell and family, of San Antonio. The name of little Dock Zimerson, the barber about to go into records to record the stories of readers around and about Dallas, Tex. Learn to treat your colored patrons everywhere and to address them. Everywhere we hear these complaints, Mrs. Sally Streety is back from Marshall. Turner is visiting her daughters in Marshall for an indefinite stay. Treat the colored men and women politely as you do others, if they will go to San Antonio to go just one better and be courteous. The leap year club is being framed up. Mr. Sid Bolden, Captain Thomas Cole, Mr. J. W. Wilson have been roughly handled by lagripe, but are on their ups now. And Mrs. Will Grice have sold out and gone to Kansas City, Mo. to join Rev. C. A. Bryant made a visit to his flock here and preached and departed to other fields that were more gorgeous. Mr. Fred Alexander and Miss Della Snipes, of Oklahoma City, who were married here, and Miss Garcia, were married here and departed for Austin, Tex. the past week. Miss A. Jaywood and Miss Garcia Humbrare were the guests of honor at the Ward residence 3003. Thomas avenue. The Poll Tax League held a most interesting meeting last Tuesday night in the interest of their poll tax. Several short talks were made and a lively campaign was launched to get all information in the interest of the poll tax. Several short talks were made and a lively receipt that will permit them to vote in all the coming elections, from the President of the town of Owensboro, his own workers and his various workers are all busily engaged in this work for a much larger success this year. The new Frazier hotel is now located at the corner of Boll and North Central Avenue, and his various workers are invited to call and inspect their new quarters at any time. The new Pythian Temple here of the city of Texas has steadily been completed and will soon be finished for occupancy for the branches of Texas Have a business in the Texas structure by the race regardless. Your inspection is invited. Your matches, it's leap year and orders at the knotting day, or night. Mrs Ida Watts, of Terrell, returned to her home after a week's visit here and orders at the Watts and family, 265 Trinidad street. The residence of Mr. and Mrs. Lamm Jones was burned on Monday night, the day before the fire. Cupid is in the lead here, while Old Crimp is in the limelight and the wood and coal dealers are having their annual reunion. Mr. Willie McKennedy is at home after a short visit to her mother, at Rockville, Texas. The steel, the Frogtown sweet singer, is there when it comes to singing. I use and a five gallon can of gasoline discovered by Messrs. Dodd Cooper and others last Monday night which would have caused the home and store of Mr. W. Scott, the teacher, to go gone. He had they not found it burning and put it out. They notified Mr. Scott and the authorities who are now working to cause that the diabolical frame up on mies and is at a loss to know the cause for such a biobased frame up on mies. Mr. Scott is the family in such a manner. He is selling for cash just the same and at the same place. He owns the store and colored neighborhood, 3019 State street. Mr. Frank Mullin is back from an urgent call to Muskogee, Okla., last week, and he is joined by an uncle who died some time ago. He expressed himself as being very well pleased at the condition of affairs they were shown to him while there. Thanks to Mr. Joe Lundy for stein. He was the charge of a car driver and repaireur, of this city, left for New York City last Tuesday. He was the charge of Mr. J. Howard the banker of this city. The friends of Mr. Washington here wish him the best of good luck. May he ever be mindful and go up to the very top in his chosen profession. He marked another new era to our people's progress in this city, by Rev. S. E. J. Watson, pastor at Macedonia Baptist church, where an uncle was the populace metropolis said long ago services life that of Rev. S. E. J. Watson. Mrs. M. Henry is back home accompany her niece Miss Willie Green, who will be the host for a while, 827 North Allen street. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Swartz C氧er and house built on their queen city property. The Star, the Mammoth, the Park and Grand Central theaters all have colored pugs have proven great drawings in living spaces and boxing is a coming event by those who are after the coin. The colored pugs have proven great drawings in boxing but has been largely attended here. The grafters have not had a chance as yet. Mr. Luther B. McCoy and his famous quartet have been very busy—Steele, Coleman, Raines and McCoy. Some singers, is the time to renew your subscription. See me or phone Haskell 6956. Mr. W. Brackin, who visited his brother, Raines and McCoy returned home over the overland route, bringing his wife a fine horse his wife. He reports his brother and friend very well owing to his wife's poor health. If you fail to get the Freeman, look in G. Griffin and he will see that it in your home if paid for. O. K. Peaches. McDONALD (PA.) NEWS Sunday morning and evening we list- ered by our pastor, the Rev. G. E. Sellie. by our pastor, the Rev. G. E. Salle. Monday, January 11, we shall start a week of prayers. The meeting will be opened by different auxiliaries of the church. A lovely surprise was given in honor of our ex-superintendent, Mr. Sandy Alston, Friday evening, January 7, 1996. The day of the evening and we are 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 recipient of the event. The guests were in a�-hand-to-night Sunday school scholars and a timely hour the guests departed all reporting having a fine time and hoping Mr. Alston would soon fill the position as the student again. Mr. Arnold Lassons visited this cousin, Mrs. Robt. Tweedy, of Rankin, Sunday. Miss Gertrude Kemp, of Reissing, was severely burned Friday evening while standing in front of an ageate 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 Misses Mae Lewis, Josephine Browning, Mrs. Shelby Oakley and Miss Maud, the men out of the morning Sunday about 11:00 miles in the city. Mrs. Mary Beard and Miss Maude Redd visited the latter's cousin, little Maude Redd, in the Allegheny general hospital and who underwent an operation Thursday morning. She is getting along well. Mrs. Hannah Anderson is on the sick list, but is improving. Mr. Charles Johnston, formerly of the place, but now of Pittsburgh, visited his aunt, Mrs. W. Anderson, Friday. WEST BADEN SPRINGS (By Ed Rogers.) Tuberculosis, from which he had suffered two years, claimed Lewis Brown, thirty years of age. Brown was well known, and he had worked in the capacity as waiter at Springs Hotel. He was also well liked, and says having a smile for every one, he was always kind. But he is seemed that he couldn't get a hearing from any of his relatives. He was sent to the French Lick, near French Lick, and his funeral was held from the Sebre residence. There was quite a number of memorial sayings, including West Baden and French List astors. Mrs. Jessie Bell and her husband James Bell received two bulleties, which nearly ended in death for James. There is no clue to the trouble, but James received two bulleties, which nearly ended in death for head. It was thought he would not recover, as one bullet entered near the head. It was thought he would not recover, as one bullet entered near the head. It was thought he would make up. Such life where there is a revolver in reach. The Colored people of West Baden thank Mr. Oscar Miller (white) Secretary of the School Board, for his effort in not allowing French Lick School Board to take possession of the high school. The way I understand it West Baden would have to furnish $10,000 and the school would have to be controlled by the French Lick Board. This would be detrimental to the Colored high school children of West Baden since they have separated schools at French Lick. The board couldn't afford equal rights, especially in manual training. Mr. Miller has long been a friend to the Colored peo- lons and is around the valley, and we shall be glamorous can give him our support on a political Mr. Lee W. Sinclair, owner of the W. Lee W. Sinclair, who has been quite a friend to the Coquitlam area around Orange county, is still active around Orange county, his your correspondence is still hot, his nursing station as nurse for Mr. Sinclair. We are also for you "bob," as he is commonly called. NAVASOTA, TEXAS. HAMILTON (OHIO) NEWS. (By Herbert Parks.) The new year has begun and many citizens have made by colored citizens of Hamilton. Mrs. Katie Hogan has been improv- wished by her many friends, who welcome by her many friends, who welcome by her many friends, who her many friends. Mrs. Shirley White is on the sick list. Miss Anna Georgia and Master Clifford Williams are out of school on account of illness. The program at Payne A. M. E. church during Xmas holidays was quite a success, and was due to Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Williams. The quartet was exceptionally good and should be appreciated highly. The resident Protective Association at the home of R. B. Moseley, 109 North Fourth street, R. B. Moseley were elected: President, R. B. Moseley; George Kinley; secretary, George Allread; financial secretary, C. F. Hogan; secretary, C. F. Hogan; Spikes; master at arms, Herman Long. With a few minor changes the constitution was accepted. The new members are being admitted and new members are being admitted constantly. Bellman is for sale by Herbus Park, Bell Phone 653. NEWS OF GULFPORT, MISS. Little Jack Hardin, the veteran bellman, is making his first season as head bellman of the Great Southern hotel, the Hotel Montelone, for four years. He has with him some of the best bellmen in the country and is assisted by Alfred Mitchell, the head bellman of the Gulfport January Mitchell Hotel, in Guilford January Mitchell three of his best boys, Messrs. Sidney McLong, of Baton Rouge, LA., and Earl Earl McLong, of New Orleans, they were rushed out to Hans Bar, Miss., in a touring car, where they spent the evening and enjoyed a great meal. They also attended the dance closed Mr. Claude Melanson spoke to all the bellmen on the subject of better service. A silver loving cup was given to the bellmen, Messrs. E. Trusclair, S. McLong, W. Heard, L. Mayer, Q. Phillips, S. McLong, W. Heard, L. Mayer, Q. Phillips, S. McLong, W. Heard, L. Mayer, Q. Phillips, and Capt. Geo. Boyligny Master of ceremonies. Mr. Edward Nichols. These boys are all proud of their new bellman and old Mitchell is very proud of them. Mitchell was formerly head porter of the Hotel Montelone, New Orleans, Negara to Homer Wimbus, Jos Rivera, beaten by Peabody Hotel, Memphis, Tenn. MURPHYSBORO, ILL. (By Hady Stoner.) Miss Aminita Beeler, of Fifth street, entertained Mr. Sila Shaffer and Mr. Edward Cummins. Mr. Pinkstaff, Ill., after spending the Christmas holidays with Rev. and Mrs. Thos. H. Stoner, of Hodges Park, on her return to Pinkstaff, and over in Murphysboro, and where the guests of Mrs. G. W. Stoner, of Fifth Street, also visiting her sister, Mrs. Hattie Finch, of 25 Dewey street. Miss Myrtle Ward, of Lincoln Institute, Jefferson Mo. was a visitor to St. Clair school, Mr. Estel Trotman, of St. Clair school, Galatia, Ill., was a visitor Monday morning at the sick list are: Mrs. Sara Lee, of Grant street; Mrs. Mattle Bates, of Bridge street and Mr. McKinley. The Freeman is sold at Fifth and WHEN A MAN MARRIES: His bachelor friends are about equally divided in thinking that he is a lawyer. His wife's relocation plan to visit them during the county fair or the auto- His wife's relatives plan to visit them during the count fair or the automobile His own relatives plan to give his name going to if she proves to be extrary贤. His neighbors hope that he will prove to be good at bridge and that his wife will throw as many teas as the rest of them. His boss wonders how he can do it on the bridge he is getting, but does not increase it. His wife wonders why it is that a little house takes so much time to look after. A little man himself is so excited all the time that he nearly loses his job—and doesn't realize it—Indianapolis Star. ECHO OF SLAVERY DAYS. Show your children how our race was bought through advertising: "For Sales A stout, healthy, active Negro wench, a facsimile of a gentleman of old Ulster County Gazette, dated January 4, 1800. Contains death and funeral of George Washing-ing, and a memorial of his death. This is quite a curiosity and of interest to school children. Will sell for dollars in the market, but in readable conditions. Mailed in sealed envelope for only $1.00. For stamps in the market, F. Van Buren, 15fifth Street, Brooklyn, N. Y. THE WORLD STARTLED! AGENTS—New mighty money-making marvel. Marvelous clothing-washing revolution. Cleaning, revolutionized, positively abolishes rubbing, washboards, washing machines; women astounded. Customers. Supply customers. Own a business. Hurry, write today for exclusive territory. Particulars free. Samples 25 cents. Tallman's Agency, 2146 Fifth avenue, New York City. When in Indianapolis ask "Woody" where the Gilt Edge is. SANTAL CAPSULES MIDY These thy CAPSULES are superior to Balsam of Copperis, Cubes or Injections, and RELIEVES in MIDY 24 HOURS the same diseases with overthinking. Sold by all druppists. Knitting in Price. When You're Ready For Manufacturer Est.1862 18 N. Penn. 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We are Kentucky Florists and cater to the colored trade, no matter how small the order. We give you more flowers, larger designs for your money than any other florist Special rates to lodges. The fact that Mme. Walker patronized us by giving us the honor of making a design for Booker T. Washington, is a fair sample of the interest we have of the colored people as flower buyers. 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. Mr. Wm. A. Wirth, society dancing master, proves to be a friend to the Colored race. He has a Colored orchestra to play for his classes. He also spends his time at the White Dancing School teaching the late dances to around her of the Colored pupils. Mr. Wirth, formerly of auditorium, opened with East Side Hall Saturday evening with much comments on his Colored orchestra. He started at the well known party, a W. E. Barbour in violin; Ed Dotty, piano; Frank Harris, drum; Harvey Holland, trombone; You Tellit, flute; Mr. Wirth mentioned incidental calls he has received over his phone since he has had the more-well-known thing with him. When he was in the class, when he would tell them the Colored boys they would say: "Well when you get rid of them we will be over and dance." Then he would ask different patrons, one after one, how he was and what he did. He was on the other, he remarked they were pleased with them and that the play had played the best dance music they had, even heard. Several claimed they only came to hear the good ragtime music. Mr. Wirth solved the problems of the white musicals who were to be the Colored boys, but retended to them at the patrons, over the phone. If more people would use this motto in not considering telephone calls when it comes to real business, there would be more harmony in the house. "I can't always tell when the other end of the 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.) Miss Corine Harne, a charming young lady of Bryan, Tex., has been putting in a delightful visit here. She has been lavishly entertained by friends, old and new, in the social sets of Corsicana. She expresses herself as having had the time to live her life. She has the greatest and most favorable impression upon all with whom she came into contact; a way most belles have who hail from the South. Ben Morgan, a promising young lad, is making a signal success of his tailor shop in the business district of the city. It is a big business in a direct competition with the best white shops, but is holding his own, both as to the work and the patronage attracted. His custom embraces white and black. If you want to read the news of importance from the news and near or from the news, the end of the world, read the Freeman. If you have any news that you want your friends in Jerusalem or anywhere to read, see Shaw. He will write you up. Old Crimp, the mighty man, who hath no respect of person, rich or poor, held several at buy this winter. Your correspondent was in the bunch and plended so he was left with a couple of frosted heels. 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. The Cheyenne people appreciated the interest manifested by the Rawlins people. We can say we eagerly look for their notes in the paper every week. The Cheyenne people of the A. M. E. Church gave a pound party for their minister on Christmas Eve. Word has been received here that the wedding of Miss Minnie Cave to Mr. Chauncey Herndon will take place January 1984. Cheyenne girl, and all here are greatly interested in her approaching marriage. The home of Mr. H. C. Jefferson was opened with its usual hospitality to a few friends to eat Christmas dinner. He was found five hours away from the school to serve to Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Smith, Mr. and Mrs. A. Taylor and daughter Theima and Miss Sallie Thestle. Mrs. Wm. Witt extended her gracious hospitality at her quarters at Fort Russo, a number of cheyenne cheyres and Post friends. The table was artistically decorated in the Christmas decorations, and a huge snowball formed the center piece. A lovely five course dinner was served to Mr. Mary Mary Stuart. Miss histle, Messrs. Will Robinett and Dazell. The children of the A. M. E. Church held their program Christmas Eve in the church parlor. The children did excellent work, and are to be commended on their program. The exercise of the Baptist Sunday school was held Sunday and 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 Add now to this the experience we had during the last six months. When school closed last May he seemed a worn-out man, having striven to close the year from the end of the little while the North and sailed away to Canadian waters to rejuvenate; but no rejuvenation came. For all that he went on to Boston and conducted the National Negro Business League, which he was president and former. Then it appeared that in the heart of a certainty all was over somewhere. In the North he lay prostrate, his whereabouts save to a very few uncertain. He had reached the point where he received no mail, not even a telegram, which for him was amazing, for by left and to the legger was in the habit of keeping his finger on every pulse of the Tuskegee Institute regardless of time or place or circumstance. Then all of a sudden he appeared in the Negro National Baptist Convention at Chicago, where he was in the place of an ad dress. A few days later he was at a little enclaved, but not so alarming to look upon. Once more there was a siege of pain, a stubborn refusal of the stomach to accept nourishment, several sleepless nights. Again, however, he rebounded and was on to the Mobile for a few days. When he returned he seemed new man. 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. 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They don't give the hair that healthy, Indiana Lump, 4 inch, shoveled Indiana Linton Lump Jackson Hill, High Grade Indiana Logan, West Virginia Lamp Raymond City Campbell Creek, extra good 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. How thankful would Dr. Washington have been for their presence. What a triumph! Ten years ago those men would not stop at the school. They cursed it, cursed the whole system and the man at the head of it. But it was more than a machine with that everlasting doctrine that service can win even the meanest heart, that an institution had the right to survive in just so far as it dovetailed its life into the life of all the people. Beautiful to behold, to remember the present life of the man in the class in the Tuskegee chapel on Wednesday morning, November 17; heart went out to heart that a common friend had gone. Broken as everybody is over the loss, no one has a good life. No panic as to the future of the school disturbs the breasts of the 190 old teachers here. In the first place, poor as most of us are, we are ready to suffer many a privation before we see the institution slip back the slightest fraction of an in the time. All the years it has been trial, on record. It has been a test, not of a mere school, but of a race. A tacit pledge—not a word has thus far been spoken—has gone out among us that it shall remain on record, that it shall stand here as a breathing evidence that Negroes can bring things to 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. 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