The Appeal

HOLIDAY NUMBER THE APPEAL CHRISTMAS, 1900. VOL. 16. NO. 50. ST. PAUL, MINN., SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15, 1900. $2.40 PER YEAR. WE WISH ALL A MERRY XMAS AND Happy New Year. THE GOLDEN RULE. OSTEOPATHY Dr. O. D. HOWARD, Baltimo e Elock, Suite 409 We wish all MERRY XMAS and HAPPY NEW YEAR YERXA BROS & CO. THE Allright Shoe For Men and Women $3.50 Allright IN STYLE IN FIT IN PRICE IN NAME IN QUALITY For Sale By TREADWELL SHOE CO. 129-131 E, Seventh St. MINNESOTA PEOPLES PROVISION CO. TONS OF POULTRY FOR THE HOLIDAYS!! ots of Fish, Oysters and Game, Butter, Eggs and other good things for the table, at the lowest prices always. 447-449 WABASHA STREET. Tiffany Favrile Glass Exhibition and sale at BULLARD BROTHERS', 95 East Sixth St. WHERE TO BUY FOR Holiday Wines & Liquors See Mr. Joseph Eurist at L. Eppstein & Sons Co. Cor. 8th & Wabasha sts. HOLIDAY PRESENTS CHRISTMAS ICE CREAMS. MILTON DAIRY CO., Cor. 9th and Wabasha Streets. FOR HOLIDAY NOVELTIES GO TO O. H. AROSIN, WATCHMAKER AND JEWELER. 187 East 7th street, ST. PAUL, MINN. Adjusting of fine Watches a Specialty. P. E. REID J. J. HIRSHFIELD Wines, Liquors and Cigars. 40 East 3rd Street, Tel. 1949-J1. ST. PAUL. St. Marie Port Has made hundreds of peo- ple well. It is the most pow- erful tonic ever produced in the form of the pure juice of the grape. Do you need a tonic: try it. $1.00 a bottle. CALIFORNIA WINE HOUSE, 42-50 E. 7th St., ST. PAUL, MINN. TEL. 109. For choice Cut Flowers AND Decorative Greens, GO TO L. L. MAY & Co., 64 East 6th St. The Monarch of Them All. EXTRA QUALITY HUNLAP & CO. THE DUNLAP HAT. R. A. LANPHER & CO. FOR WOOD & COAL GO TO C. W. STAHLE, RICE and IGLEHART. Tel. 1446 and 400 Do You Want to Give a Good... AS A CHRISTMAS GIFT? We have a good gift we are offering at our "Special Sale." For only $148. It can't be best for the money. CALL OR WRITE TO RAUDENBUSH Sixth, St. Peter and Market Streets. ST. PAUL, MINN. YOU READ THE APPEAL! PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY ADAMS BROS. 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Business letters of all kinds must be written on separ- ate letters for publication. Internet as second matter for publication. Internet as second The following excerpt from the telegraphic dispatches tells a story that will be read with unqualified delight by all Afro-Americans, as it tells of the signal success of the only child of the late U. S. Senator B. K. Bruce* Cambridge, Mass., Dec. 7.—A victory in debate came to Harvard for the third consecutive time over Yale in St. Andrew's theater to-night. In logic Harvard overpowered her opponent and received the major share of applause from the audience. The best speaker for Harvard was Roscoe Conklin Bruce, who won the college prize in the trial debate, and singularly the leader on the Yale side was Frank Sincerbaum, who won the Thatcher prize at his college. The question was, "Resolved," That the Permanent Retention of the Philippines by the United States Is 'Desirable.' Harvard had the affirmative. The judges, William B. Hornblower of New York, Judge Addison Brown of the United States Supreme Court, and Oscar S. Straus, United States minister to Turkey, were in conference half an hour before giving the decision in Harvard's favor. Harvard was represented in the debate by Murray Seasongood, Henry Porter Chandler and Roscoe C. Bruce. Yale's speakers were F. M. Sincerbaum, Charles W. Merriam and Mason Trowbridge. It is no small thing to be a prize winner in Harvard, the leading college in this country, in any sort of contest, but to win a prize over Yale, which at least stands second in the list of colleges, is a matter any one may well be proud of. That this very high honor has been justly awarded to an Afro-American should be very encouraging to our young men and it emphasizes the true but trite saying, "We're risin'." The late presidential campaign was notable for the great amount of literature which was distributed throughout the country and the amount of work done by the newspapers. It was truly an educational campaign. The Afro-American papers certainly did their share in the good work and they should receive some substantial recognition which doubtless they will, as the good work done by them is well known to members of the national committee and the administration. Minnesota has a hard job before her in selecting a successor to the late United States Senator Cushman K. Davis, as his place will be hard to fill. A number of good men are under consideration and while the one upon whom the toga shall fall may not make it bulge out, there will certainly be no necessity to shake it to find he's in it. Yule-tide comes on apace and the hearts of all the little ones and not a few of the big ones are filled with fond hopes of kind remembrances by Santa Claus or some one else. Mysterious Escap: of Murderers Mysterious Escape of Murders. Grinell, Ia., Dec. 10—Hugh Dickson, the man charged with the murder of Lottie Holmes' near Thayer a few days ago, has escaped from the Union County jail. The method of his escape is a complete mystery. No doors were open and no bars broken. OLD AGE HONORED Convent on of Baptist Ministers Show Defence to Aged Preacher Columbia, S. C., Dec. S.—Three hundred white ministers, delegates to the Baptist convention at Greenwood, arose and remained standing today while the Rev. Edward Stark, an Afro-American, was walking up the aisle of the church to the rostrum. Stark was 100 years old on Aug. 18 last, and has been preaching seventy-six years. He made an address and before adjournment led the convention in prayer. AFRO-AMERICAN COUNCIL Sub-Executive Committee to Meet in Wash ington: December 28, 1900. the members of the sub-executive committee of the Afro-American Council are hereby directed to meet in the parlors of the Southern Hotel, 311 Pennsylvania avenue, northwest, Washington, D. C., Friday, at 12 o'clock, noon, December 28, 1900. As this will be the first meeting of the committee since the annual meeting in Indiana his August last, it is of the greatest importance that all the members should attend. The test case now pending in the matter of the new constitution of Louisiana is to be further considered. The light to what has been accomplished by the committee having the matter in charge during the past year. The question of the reduction of Southern representation in Congress and the Electoral College under the new apportionment, under the proposition of the new amendment will also be thoroughly considered and a plan of action suggested. The question of a more thorough organization of the council in all the States and Territories will also be discussed to promote the work of organization outlining. By order of the president. ALEXANDER WALTERS, T. THOMAS FORTUNE, Chairman, CYRUS FIELD ADAMS SECRETARY. FUEL FROM GARBAGE. London Has Found a Way of Utilizing Street Sweepings. One of the modern methods of disposing of garbage is to burn it. In England experiments have been made, in the interest of economy, with the immediate utilization of the heat thus produced. Steam engines and dynamics for electric lighting have been associated with garbage "destructors." Lord Kelvin evinced great enthusiasm over and confidence in this proposition three or four years ago. The latest development of the idea has possibly been suggested by the present high price of coal in Europe. At any rate, a new form of fuel has just made its appearance in London, and it is composed chiefly of street sweepings and Thames mud. This material is subjected to chemical treatment the precise nature of which is not explained. But, as in the manufacture of brigettes from coal dust—an extensive industry in Europe—some substance like pitch is employed to bind the solid or semi-solid particles together. The compound is subjected to high pressure and a temperature of 300 or 400 degrees Fahrenheit. When burned the fuel yields a small amount of powdery residue. The blocks produced by this process are called "fuellettes" and are sold for three farthings each. One is said to be sufficient to cook a light breakfast. On Sabbath and other occasions. I have weared myself with attempts to awaken devotional feeling, by reading compositions of a merely hormonary kind—practical and experimental writings. Our devotion must have a solid basis, and I believe it is in many cases the best thing to do go into the very strongest parts of the religious argument, and feed upon such, strong meat as one finds in Calvin, Rivet, Purretin, Witsius and Owen—Dr. James W. Alexander. TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY. Take Laxative Bromide Quinine Tablets. All druggists refund the money if it fails to cure. E. W. Grove's signature is on each box. 25c. THE APPEAL: A NATIONAL AFRO-AMERICAN NEWSPAPER ROCKES WINES Dinner Wines. Pontet Claret $1.00 Per quart..... Medoc Claret 75c Per quart..... Chesterfield 50c Per quart..... Good Fair Wine 25c Per quart..... Telephone Main 1401 ST. PAUL. 367 ROBERT ST. JOHN C. ROCHE MINNEAPOLIS 44 3RD ST. S. SPECIAL NOTICE: We until Christmas our entire line Suits, Overcoats and Ulsters Our Finer Qualities The large fields, Surtouts, Paddocks and regular Overcoat and satin, and which sold regular at $25, $30 reduced for a grand clearing sale of all our offered at the low price of..... LIKE A BEACON LIGHT Flashing out in the darkness, this great store illumines the truth that a piece of furniture as a gift combines sentiment with practicability in a manner befitting the delicacy of the season. Every article on our six floors is priced as low as good furniture is sold anywhere in the country. CHRISTMAS PRESENTS. HERE'S HINTS OF THE IMMENSE STOCK. Oriental Placques With the bold outlines and rich colorings of the East. The assortment is large and the prices very reasonable. Duchess Ware The many kinds and articles allow a wide latitude for selection. The Rookwood Ware is not more beautiful. Venetian Austrian and Bohemian Ware in countless shapes and designs. A little money buys neat and pretty articles. Oriental Busts, Placques and Figures, Jardinieres, Ornamental but Satisfying Lamps, and dozens of other articles especially desirable at any season, and particularly now. New Patterns of Haviland China-Full Dinner Sets and other pieces-dainty border, rose and spray decorations. Holiday Headquarters We Sell at RETAIL at POPULAR PRICES. DIAMONDS. SILVERWARE. WATCHES. CLOCKS. JEWELRY. NOVELTIES. CANES. UMBRELLAS. OPERA GLASSES. SEE US Before you purchase your Christmas Gifts. . . . OUR STOCK lower than elsewhere. . . . 414-416 Robert St. Second Floor., Ryan Building. Out-of-town parties will find our 160 page fully illustrated catalogue a complete holi- day guide. Sent free upon request. LIKE Flashing out in the darkness, this g manner befitting the delicacy of the CHRISTMAS O HERE'S HINTS OF Oriental Placques With the bo sortment is Duchess Ware The many kinds a Rookwood Ware Aurilian and Louwelsa Bottle Venetian Austrian and Bohemian Ware little money buys neat and Oriental Busts, Placques and mental but Satisfying Lana especially desirable at any sea New Patterns of Haviland Chin pieces—dainty border, rose and It's more than a pleasure to look it's your duty. Screens. All kinds and sizes, priced to make them go quick. An oak three-fold, five feet high, filled with silkoline— only ..... $1.00 SPECIAL NOTICE: We have concluded to offer tomorrow and until Christmas our entire line of Fashionable $12, $14, $15 and $16 Suits, Overcoats and Ulsters at the ridiculously low price of $9 These garments, which are excellent values at the regular prices, are the finest made garments in America at the price, and consist of all the best styles of the leading makers. They have the proper swell effects and are built to wear and look well. Our Finer Qualities The new and handsome Raglans, Automobiles, Chesterfields, Surtouts, Paddocks and regular Overcoats, richly lined with silk and satin, and which sold regular at $25, $30, $32 and $35, have all been reduced for a grand clearing sale of all our high-grade garments and offered at the low price of...... LENNON & GIBBONS LIBRARY BUILDING SEVENTH & WABASHA. Smith&FarwellCo. St. Paul's Leading Housefurnisher$, CORNER SIXTH AND MINNESOTA STREETS. 100 The mecca of those to.whom the buying of remembrances is a pleasure and whose artistic taste demands variety and the proper things. More fine things are shown here than ever before. We give you just what your money buys, and it buys more here than elsewhere. Burlington Route No. 6. ALL UNDER ONE ROOF On the Burlington's Chicago and St. Louis Limited, you can live as well as at the finest hotel in America. You can dine in a dining car; smoke in a smoking car; read in a library car; sleep in a compartment or standard sleeping car; and recline in a reclining chaircar. All under one roof. Electric lighted and steam heated. Leaves Minneapolis 7:20 p. m., St. Paul 8:05 p. m., daily, arriving Chicago 9:25 next morning. The "Scenic" Express, an elegant day train, leaves Minneapolis 7:40 a. m., St. Paul 8:15 a. m., except Sunday, arriving Chicago same evening. Ask your home agent for tickets via this line. P. S. EUSTIS, Gen'l Pass. Agen%, CHICAGO, ILL. GEO. P. LYMAN, Ass't Gen'l Pass. Agent, ST. PAUL, MINN. A bountiful and attractive display, many of them highly artistic and decorative, including a variety of Tabourettes, Work Tables, Smokers' Cabinets, Shaving Stands, deserving careful consideration and at engaging prices. Many of these articles were bought for Christmas time and therefore present many attractions for the economical and particular purchasers. MORRIS CHAIRS. Particularly noticeable in our at the age of 15, splendid line of these chairs, all worn and especially suited for gentlemen's hairy styles from the serviceable low- price, the use- ful omnibus proteque carved mohogany. Aspe- cial offering is large, Golden Oak unsh. velour $6.85 0 chair The latest and best pro- tensions in manu ingenuity -can be an important takes the place of a cene seats, gives the elegance of the dress, and Prices according to sizes, from 25c to 35c CARVING SETS Which are both useful and ornamental. Just received. They are different from the ordinary in that they are better in every way. 业 17 $18.50 NS ASHA. LIGHT mes sentiment with practicability in a e is sold anywhere in the country. LADIES' DESKS. larly in our the masters, all table, suited entropy low, use the Aspe- nior Oak lour $8.85 The one article dear to every woman, all things considered, there is not in the city a more handseme assortment. Mahogany Finish Desk -all complete $5.25 for. Telegraph maple - a very handsome one, only $5.50 Golden Oak, quarter sawed, our No. 261, near article $7.75 Mahogany Finish-an exceedingly handsome one. $8.25 Golden Oak, quarter-sawed, curved legs-No. 260. $9.75 Solid Mahogany, rich color, No. 237. $13.50 compete in every way. The assortment is the largest, the prices are the lowest. COUCHES. To take your ease in your good time we are pre-paid daily by the hotel; we have the new, comfortable Couches. There has been a decided reduction in prices also. We offer a thoroughly well made couch with modern rounded head, covering, any shade, modern rounded head, steel springs, fringed all around; a couch considered cheap at $12.00. For Christmas sale, only..... $9.75 display, d dec Tab- kers' deserv- at en- ought e pre- onomi- A Christmas Sale of the entire stock at reduced prices, Big, thick ones, covered with Domestic, French and East India fabrics, our special quality, each..... $1.00 ST. PAUL. \ WEEKS RECORD IN MINNESO- ‘Ta’S CAPITAL. ho Satntiy Clty and Salutly City sotke— stewsy Teme of Social, Religious and @énerat Metters Among tie People; Holt- ba Bae furnished rooms, transients accommo- dated. Every performance at the Star thea- ter this Week has witnessed large au- diences. Phil Sheridan's “Big City Sports” company will be the attrac- tion for next week. ‘The next soiree by St. Peter Claver Sodality will be given at Twin, City hall Thursday evening, Dee. 27. Tick- ets, 25 cents. Good musie and’a good time. Everybody is invited. TRY THE MEALS AT JOHN GOR. PREY'S, NO. 148 HAST NINTE STREET, BETWEEN ROBERT ANT JACKSON, AND YOU WILL NOT ‘WISH TO BAT ANY OTHERS. Mrs. Hattie MeKnight of Chicago is visiting Mrs. Joseph Adams of 405 Charles street. Mrs, M. L. Bradford and Miss Blanche Keener of Spring- field, Ohio, are the guests of their sister, Mrs. J. E, Cloak. Mrs. N. A, Bradford and Miss Blanche Keemer of Springfield, Ohio, are visiting their sister, Mrs.’ J. E. Cloak of 415 St, Anthony Ave. "They are accompanied by Miss Elizabeth Cloak, a daughter of Mr. Augustus Cloak: Philip Jackson, a waiter at the Ryan, was In the police court Tuesday on the charge of drunkenness. Jack- son claimed that he had just been Initiated into a lodge and did nbt Know how he came to be arrested. He was lectured and let g0. Luther Robinson pleaded guilty to petty larceny: in the police court Wed- nesday and was sent to the work- house for ninety days. ‘Robinson, a porter in the Colonnade barber shop, got into the Colonnade drug store Tuesday might and took $5 from a slot machine and a gold ring. Persons destring to visit the Appeal office are hereby notified that it has Deen removed from the fifth to the ‘hird floor, Rooms.109 and 110, in the year, Union Block. ts your halr straight? If not seré £0 cents to Ozonized Ox Marrow Co. 76 Wabash avenue, Chicago, 1., fer © bottle of Gzonizea Ox Marrow ané you can easily straighten it. 12 you wish a good shave, hair cu: er shampoo call_at Richard Cousby'e neat shop, Rg. 274% Minnesota street. First-class Workmen only. Satistac tivn guaranteed. Music for all occa: sions furnished on short notice. Elk Express, G. D. Charleston, prop., packing and shipping; hauling’ of ali Kinds; coal and wood in large or small’ quantities. When you wish anything in his line give him a call. ‘Telephone, Main 1920—J 1. Office 63 East, Sixth street. DR. J. B. PORTER, physician and “argeon, Room 410 Washburn building, Fifth street, opposite Court House. Office hours: 10 a, m. to 12 m.,2 p. m. to4.p.m.,7to8 p.m. Telephone, Main, 1738_J 1. Residence, 453 Car- roll street. ‘Telephone, Dale, 464—L3. ‘Those who wish to revel in repasts evidencing the highest style of culin- ary art in their preparation; or, in other words. those whd wish to eat good, wholesome, home-cooked meals should try those furnished at Joho Godfrey's, No. 148 East Ninth street, neat Jackson, John Godfrey, No. 148 East Ninth street, between’ Robert and Jackson, fs prepared to take care of a few roomers at reasonable rates. ‘Tran- sients accommodated. Board furnish- ed. when desired. Best home-cooked meals in the clty. If you doubt it, try ‘them once and you'll be convinced. ‘When you wish to meet your friends or take your friends where first-class fluid refreshments, foreign and dcmes- tic, may be found, call on Thomas Jet- ferson & Son at THE ROYAL, No. 374 Minnesota street. Best brands of cigars. Billiards, pool. Free luach for patrons, Public cordially invited. Messrs, ‘Thos. Jefferson, Jr., and Lee ‘Turpin, entertaimers. St. James A. M. E. chureh, Fuller and Jay Sts., Rev. J. C. Anderson, Pastor.—Morning subject: _ “The Char- acter and Privilege of Simeon.” In the evening a Memorial Service of Mrs. Sadie Williams will be held. Speakers, T. H. Lyles, F, D. Parker, ‘Mrs, H. A. Curtly, Miss N. Cook, Mr. A. J. Bell’ and Rev. J. C. Anderson. ‘Music by the choir of ‘the church and 4 quartette from Minneapolis under the direction of Mrs. F. Delea. St. Paul Chapter No. 30, Order of Eastern Star, held their regular meet- ing Wednesday, Dec. Sth. ‘The follow- ing officers were elected for the en- suing year: L. A. Melker, Royal Patron; Mrs, Kitty ‘Terrell, Royal Matron: Mrs. Zellia Watson, Asso- ciate Matron; E, J. Brack, Associate Patron; Mrs. Emma Houston, ‘Treas- urer; “Mrs. Carry Dunn, | §eeretary; Mrs. Belle" Clay, Conductress; Mrs. Sarah Curtby, Associate Conductress. The Epworth Methodist church on Aurora avenue and Mackubin. street has been purchased by the City Mis- sion society of St. Paul and will be converted into a mission house tor Afro-American Episcopalians of | St. ‘Paul. “The property cost. $1,850.: ‘The church will be remodeled and placed in charge ofan Afro-American minis- ter, who ‘will be brought’ from the east. The Afro-American Episcopa- lians of St. Paul number about 150. L, Eppstein & Sons Co., who have recently moved their extensive liquor house to the corner of Wabasha and Eighth streets, where the best in their line which the city affords may be ob- tained, have also secured the services gs city salesman, of Mr. Joseph Eu- wist for many years with the Califor- nia Wine House. Mr. Burist is one of the best fellows in the world and ap- preciates anyone else who is a good fellow. Call to see him; he'll treat you right. . f CANTATA Ot Christmas Past und Prevent, One of the great’ musical treats in Store for the people of St. Paul is the above cantata, which will be given under the direction of Mra. R. C. Minor, who will also sing the leading role, assisted bby Mrs. Louis Terrill, Mrs. W. J. Milton, Mrs. M .D. Pettis, ‘Mts. J, Mills and others whose names : z Established 1882. fe | ry : MOUTH - ir | Wearing Apparel Is Our Specialty. ‘The Plymouth is now filled to oe Fg ag overflowing with thousands of ie a we | “anes Ae sensible, useful, Holiday Gifts, gh A ' | ean (ase that will prove acceptable inevery 3 gs \ \. BARR BENS? family. Men's and Boys' Cloth, ha. : , & Seely f en's ; Go in | Ne, PRReRN\ ing, Furnishings, Bath and ¢ om S\ \ RI Ga ae) Lotinging Robes, Hats, Shoes, Aa >| s | fe ANG Ze” Mand Women’s Cloaks and Mors 4 femme \ pete ee i ZA The largest and most carefully ye | ee | ES ie ee) (Z BY) selected stocks are here and you a gf ye Rey eee can depend uponit. The styles \ ee | ug (gv are correct — qualities sterling — a i. a) a prices lowest always. Ss ; Santa Claus bas now prepared for the Second Annual Distribution of Christmas Presents at the old Plymouth __. Corner, Seventh and Robert. = Since November ist the sales of The Plymouth Clothing House hate teen the largest on record and we feel justified, therefore, in Making our Christ. mas presents to the boys this year much superior t those which, gave, ao much pleasure last sean. Christm Presents Giv A y ! Iven way . Ranging in value from 35 cents to ten dollars. See 150 samples onexhibition in our Seventh street show windows. Come aind secure a ticket early, gananrenininsansicetaas fetes Buccaneer eo EE epee ep A will appear later. Miss Mae Williams will act as pianist. The cantata will take place at St, James’ chureh, Dec. 21, for the benefit of the organ’ fund. Tickets 25 cents. FIRST ACT. Angel of the Past..Mrs. 8. D. Kemp ‘Angel of the Present..Mrs, Patterson Nathan (Rebekah’s father)... seesesoeeevciMr. Charles "Miller Ben Hasan (an old prophet)... veeereeeeeeesMt Irvin’ Bruen Matenias 20072020 /0/Mr. Clarke Houser Bara... 0000000000 ..Mr. R. C. Minor ‘The Wise ‘Men from the Bast: — Gasper ..........Mr. W, Moore Balthasar ..000// Mr. B, Murty Melchior .0.......Mr. J. Allen Two Shepherd Boys .......... Messrs. Noble, Howser” and Batl Fou Shepards....00. veces. Messrs. Luca, ‘Hassway, Moore, and ‘Sherwood. Rebekah (Nathan’s daughter)... teveeusceseeeMts. BR, G. Minor Leah (her frien)... vseeeMts. Haitie “8!” Sherwood Mirlans !.0........Mrs, Hattie Moore Esther ...1......Mrs. ‘Gilbert Valley Hope 00.0. cMiss Etta Allen Peace \......... Mrs. J. C. Anderson SECOND Act. Father Christmas ....Mr. Wm, Smith Mr. Clifford ....00........Mn. Brack Sons of Mr. and iis, Clifford Frank ..,.......John Robinson Harry 0010.0...“ Noble Houser Guests of Clifford’ Ghitdren— Clarance ......Leslie Lawrence Herbert...////" Lonnie Cotton Edward’ "20002°..."Rarl Walker Blwin Keith (a’very poor boy... sicesssseeeeeszasees MPs Moore Mrs. Clifford” “2. irs.” Chas, ‘Miller Daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Anita cl... Mrs. Shaw Ada oe. Hattie. Pettis Daisy (a very little ‘girl)...... scecececeeesee Margaret Adams JAMES O'NEILL AT THE GRAND It is a question if anyone offering of the dramatic season in this city Will. be more welcome. by: local thes. temjgoers than the engagement of Mr Jas. Neill, which is announced to fol- iow, the engagement’ of. “Man's Ene: my" at the Grand Opera House, the | Se 2 © yy eo ee ie, eu WAe i=. a | ie pee NM eB * ee UNNI. 1 ae week of Dec. 16th. If there is one ac- tor whose local “popularity is thor oughly established it is Jas. Neill, an¢ he is not the only one of the talented Srganization which. bears his name who enjoys local favor. Mr. Neill is today an example of what talent, pluck, perseverance and artistic conception ‘of things dramatic ‘cn accomplish.» Mr. Neill has, since his last visit “here, “undertaken and accomplished a road tour, embracing thousands: of miles and including. ix its itinerary a visit to that adopted possession of the United States, Hono- lulu. "Remarkable. success has attend- ‘ed Mr. Neil's entire tour, not as a re- sult ot god fortune, bus ae a Logit mate result of applying proper meth- ods to the business. Mr. Neill him- self is an artist of admitted versatile talents, Assisted by Miss Edythe Chap- man, a leading lady of artistic tem- perament, refined manners and ripe dramatic experience, and further as- sisted by a contingent of players ma- tured in, dramatic work and chooled to the versatile demand of stock pro- ductions, Mr. Neill was splendidly equipped to carry out the work he had planned, His engagement at the Grand Opera House the coming week will present this talented actor in three of his most artistie and most successful: characterizations. On Sun- day, Monday, ‘Tuesday and Wednes- day matinee and night he will present Nat Goodwin's. best comedy hit, “An Amerlean‘Citizen;”” on ‘Thursday and Friday néghts, “A Parisian Romance’ and) Saturday ‘matinee and. night “Auistoorgey.” All, of these dramas ‘will be mounted with: rare taste, both as "tegards scenic and “furniture re- quirements, while the costuming of ae tadies Js, promised to: bela eurptise THE APPEAL: A NATIONAL AFRO-AMERICAN NEWSPAPER, [See if ERD i a a iS Ee 3 OF a ee P | me feel ea ee “a on Dae ; fee o Fg c-Si a ee oe 4 ee oe | ay % ny Our New American Mammoth THE BEST AND LARGEST MANGLE ‘ FIRST ONE IN THE STATE. tt Lowest Prices on Flat Work SHIRTS, 100. COLLARS and GUFFS, 10. Pp State Steam Laundry, Phone, Main 1609 aaa: West Seventh Street 4 <2 , ——__qv@ — MINNEAPOLES, —_ (thet, Patties, whe tattea to notity us DOINGS IN AND ABOUT. 7 GREAT “FLOUR CITY.” Matters Social, Religious and Gave’ ‘Which Have Happenedandare to hinppe= Among the People of the City on the valle, Master Raymon Plummer has been sick Masters Leroy and Ralph Roberts are well, after an attack of diph- theria, Mrs. Thornton and children are now residing at No, 1108 36th, with Mrs Monroe Brown, Mrs. Charles Brooks, collector for THE APPEAL, will give delinquent subseribers a eall next week. ‘The Appeal 1s mailed to most of | the homes of the people of the Twin Cities, and if you wish matters to reach ‘these homes you must publish them in the Appeal, Mrs. George Jackson, who has been visiting her daughter, “Mrs, Charles Kings, of 2803 9th Ave., since Sep- tember, ‘lett for ber home’ in’ Paris, Ky.,. last Monday. DR. R. 8. BROWN, Physigian and Surgeon, Ofice, rooms 40556" Reeve Dutlding: 408 Nicollet avende; telepmone ‘G48, Residence, 2839 Portland avenue: telephone S17—"L south, Office hours: 9:30 to 12:00: 2 to 4300; 7 to $290, Sundays, 9:20 to 11; 12:08 to's Geo. W. Nilson, the Hast Side drug- gist, is keeping in line with the prog- rees of the aye, inasmucn as he is im- proving his store by the addition of an Glegant up-te date soda tountain, from ‘which -he promises will be drawn a sparkling soda, second to none in the ‘elty. When you are out wheeling give him a cali A great task is to be undertaken by the St: James A. M. E. church. - Rev. D.C. Butler and congregation have decided to” purchase the German Lutheran chufch onthe Ninth Ave. and Fourth Street South, for the in- stitution of a joint church and re- ligious educational seminary in mem- ory of Abraham Lincoln, after whom the eburch is to be named. ‘Mr. W. M. Jenkins, the well-known hotel man of Minneapolis, has lensed the at No. 9 Second street north ‘and has remodeled and refurnished it with ail modern improvements. It is sita- ‘sted in a desirable location, being one block from the Nicollet house and three blocks from the West hotel. ‘The rooms will be let to those who detire neat and comfortable rooms at reason- ale rates. Call at No. 9 Second street north, first flat for W. M. Jenkins, -pro- prietor.. a ae the patronage’ oe the Tirin' City /Dancing Academy: We regret very much the diippbintment of, Friday night @ week/ago. Under the cireum- |stances we could'not avoid it. It was featon, so rented the hall by the week eepemae eres Sosa a go iooeeee ‘In the méantime a lease was given to other parties, who fafled to notify us. If we are successful in obtaiaing an- other hall, we will notify you through the daily press as well as The Appeal JOHNSON & TODD. ANNUAL SALE. Pilgrim Baptist Church will have its annual sale on the 18, 19 and 20th Of December at the chureh: Come and have a good time each night. MRS. T. J, IRVIN, President. MRS. G. W. WILLS, Secretary. ‘CARD OF THANKS T take this. method of returning thanks to my friends who remembered me so beautifully with flowers, books and numerous other beautiful and useful presents. Hoping that I may always merit your esteem in the fu- ture as I have in the past, again 1 thank you. 4 FANNIE R. HOWARD. The exercises attending the ad Vent of Santa Claus will be had or Christmas Eve, Dec. 24tn, by St James A.M. E. $..8. A splendid pro gram ts expected by the little folks Speaking and singing will be of th best, after which the good things wil be distributed by a committee of teach: ers. “The publie and.triends are, cor- dially Invited ‘arid are: urged ‘to len their ald-by being ‘present, and not only ‘be present but bring ‘something along. Place it upon the tree. or it the hands of some of the teacher who will be pleased to serve you. Pu a gift on: the tree for “your” friend ‘We will settle up on that evening also Boys and girls, come prepared to make full settlement. Exercises will. besia sharply at 8 o'clock p. m. Jas. P.) Anderson, Supt. _ PREACHES 2. Seay ‘The December meeting of the Busi- ness Mens’ club of St. Paul and Minne- apolis met at the Guaranty Loan Res- taurant, Minneapolis, last. Monday night-and had a most entertaining and enjoyable time. The routine business was-speedily transacted, including the election to membership in the club-of Messrs. M. D. Pettis and J. H. Loomis, after which the delightful lunch was partaken of. The feature of the meet- ing was the reading of original sto- ries: “A Christmas Present” by Mr. W. T. Francis; “Mr. Raymond's Christmas Party” by Mr, George W. James; “The Birth of American. Mor- ality—A Dream” by Mr. Harry Shep- herd. ‘There were many points of ex- cellence in each of the stories, which were quite dissimilar in plot. The Uterary talent displayed was some- what ofa pleasing surprise to the miembers and their guests. This, meet- ing was one at which honorary mem- bers or visitors could attend and there ‘were .presenb Mr. and Mrs. Jasper Gibbs, George W. Day, J. B. Neal, Z Ae Pope, C. T. Pohiter, W. R. Morris, 0. D. Howard, Harry Shepherd, R. S Brown, W. A. Hilyard, W.'T. Francis BNL. ‘MeGhee, Georg: Ws Nelson, J Q@. Adams; Mesdames. J.-H. Dilling. Bam dan “We Smith; uisece, MS7al ‘Weir; ‘Mary. Morgati, “Fart; Mesure Gibbs PlemanteR. C- Marshall . E. James, Ralph B. Grey, Harvey ‘B. Burk, Thos. Lattimore, H. Rich poster AP rans) eng pclae ai eae ere gine ee Te EC ne ee 2+ . . ‘ =< LR SRB RE ot iy he £ LB, “Shee SEI hy i a BEN rn. PE Fes SHEN Cee eae aN tS Sa EG is Lag PZ P Bee POP eK) ~~ Ga | Pea a Bb WS Gee. 5 ° THE XN EY ee 2 oe i = PRs ae E ' 5 "RY a : 3h Is showing exquisite effects in solid mahogany, oak, mapleand 3; = shor y ‘ a birch in Rockers, Ladies’ Desks, Center Tables, Book Cases, te x Combination Writing Desks and Book Cases, Dressing Tables, Wy ayt China Closets, Sideboards, Dining-room Tables, Music Cab- Be fo. inets, Parlor Cabinets, Halt Trees, Chiffonieres, Morris Chairs, je Ae Easy Chairs if leather and velours, Davenports, Couches, Rat= ed €e. tan Goods, Pictures, Lamps, Steel Ranges, Brass and tron G Wie Beds, Crockery, individual Pieces for every room, suites for 20 Yas = parlor, dining room and chambers, unique, dainty and artistic, 46 ig Made by the most skilled workmen in the world. The PRICES sy Sei! will be found lower than anywhere else inthe Northwest. Nas, A ee : eee a 1 ; Y Ry This Rattas C&.. Carpet we ose Be fi ee) Rocker (lkecut), yy Sweopers. We Re i bested pli) Sonics te Wa FScilce | AN ‘a aes id OWE service as’ well GOR” pet Sweepers in ae 27 as appearance— GAA. 3 fishes. atte: : es ae LY conse ial a AEM £F%, fash ei ‘size. Special hol- VA 1, a - Geen =~ ‘sso5 Cee.. 4 p Ly Re Price....e. ee a. [F~ Sweepers at pie a Wate ey sail 4 Rockers—This ae oe = FEF atarersaves f a WY Feed ficescttcs 106 # . q tl Tr Mine sees onecor ke 2 os ~ TU asec Dat nN 3 This Morris Chair— Frame queue birch Rocker. @) VES sn Be, Ss iat cay Sica, COS ae BER Cushions, covered in beat vsiowr, a $3 95 Ue SK 5 in artisio patterns. Specia 2 ia Bey” Rea) TY retiay GB BDB sour tates Soe eee Le Fagg vshonen = mahogany. We show 300 new Lamzs—The potters and brassworters, AM BgorY diferent styles up to rockers forthe holidays. Prices fate wnedattgome Macnieert ten "AM 7 $25, from 756 to $25. from $2 to $20, 7 y A; GLA Phun nL TRF a en Q_, This combina China Closets i 100 6 ti Books fem This golden oak pol- (Ke al ape se vale srs Gipsa) erin Shes * Lm tahorany | is f—dor] golden oak, hand Closet, like cut. Sps- ty re ie ee eae RN rere t | chats ce RS a Bed cote Se faa) GBB dee Siro: AR a exif or, Special holi- rho fl tay re: NS pies wes) Weshowa surerd rH 3.45 WS aN $9.95 F Neuen | DW] whee op SER es, (Some special good ones Sia pk BY” We have 75 different patie of at 818. $22.50, $25 and DSi facie? HG FER — Combination Casea invosky ms. up BBDs face ticeites Hee ta” MA ESI AE Yeh, the best line in Solid Oak Library prom Fisces at al wiess™? aividual ae Be the city: rrices up to $50, Bookcase—This ou aim Ester NM 7 Oe tain bookcase is made manip Tables tall fay ( adies! ES. ofall one ost Fe roots an: BOR. wile carved, has portable [MMM finches, “An Ais, me Desks, in shelves. Special ANEW] the latest styles ae GHD iil woods and =m) holiday price, iti oes Cie GEA a finishes. malt ith ices, Pri ‘ hie. We have ~T $4.95 Puy begin at 950° ae mye casas | We show 50 beckons in a Hewee O48 Ge ¥ and up to il u Woods. gil new patterns, prices show you our line of library te 4 ange g2ct00. 7} Re s40. tabs. "We have seme beaut, RY EG et ey i iv KEEP Leather Goods—The best selected line |All country orders fli WF: SE ER Perr, Horinaen Goutes aed Chats in the loa promptly and guar a if Dt of'what we speak. Don't buy any lentor [anteed to reach dest-| UP, Moe &) pA bocce ni You have. ston ‘our lings and fration in tine for ae, F = SS ‘our prices. Values range from ristmas, a As, oes ay ger range from $3 to im: f 4 be SS SSS oat or... a ———————— 2B W ALLBLOM FURNITURE & CARPET G0., - ge em -AN8 SE es! 400-408 Jackson St, er SP PAS. ae 0st A GW aid wren, 1M UE AOIAL ALE LE ESS nS YT OY ee SS 1 gece Os Field, Schlick & Zo. Oo 1 wilk ] ur greatest. annual vilk sale. For many years the annual silk sales have been a feature of this business—and this Sale of Christmas dress patterns Hundreds sold the past week and hundreds more to be sold before Christmas. It’s an opportune stock reducing time with us, and prices are less of a consideration than quick moring of stock, Sera ar erga ae a ane incre fe aa ice ete 1.50 for full ‘dress tengths. Plain colors and fancies, Fall dress lengths for 3.50 1.75 for full dress lengths. Cheviots and heavy suitings, Full dress lengths for 4.00 2.00 for full dress lengths. Serges and cashmeres, a, Full dress lengths for 5.00 2.50 for full dress lengths. Poplins and prunelilas, Full’ dress lengths for 7.50 | 3.00 for full dress lengths. and other wanted fabric. Full dress lengths for 10.00 | Heavy fabrics—Goods for separate unlined Black dresses—Frull length patterns of black | se hee oar oer une Blank see Pel coy penta of ACL | $Q75- neary mized’ yarn caneasplald back goltcloths— Wool, good mparing fabric -apctal values In fall 25 foil skirt lengths for 2.75 and 2.00. lengths at 250, 3.00, 350, 3.75 and 5.00, Handkerchiefs for Christmas gifts That big annual import order of holiday handkerchiefs has arrived and the entire : Jot will be on sale Tuesday. These are made to our special order by John S. Brown & Sons, Belfast, whose linen product has become so well known to the pedple of St. Paul. : Men’s initial handkerchiefs. { t Ladies’ initial handkerchiefs. | 300 dozen full size handkerchiefs — Ye \ 300 dozen very. fine handkerchiefs— narrow hems—small hand-made old English * \ oa) Old English initials—narrow hema— ‘ initials—six in box, worth $2.00—sale price, 6 in box—worth 2,00—sale price, , 1.50 per box. 1.50 per box. 300 dozen extra size’ handkerchiefs py \f\- 200 dozen very sheer handkerchiefs— | Racrole Betsy Shea uphill uanarwecias Mer He ladh bee tipica ah mede\ietna 44 | tials, 6 in box_—worth 3. 50—sale price, ) 5 in box—worth-2.00—sale price, : : 2.75: per box. A av 1.50 per box. l ‘a Embroidered handkerchiefs — Hundreds of pretty patterns—neat and elaborate gu Cc 4 hemstitehed, scalloped and lace trimmed—an excellent assortment now and early buying ts advised 25 9 many of these are worth 50c—but all go at cholce..2.00..0220000+00-0ssheeretesssceesevenseseseeee y aa i ies aie pee . oS A igen a a pan seaae sia esate Defective Page sicsbirs. \iabeaantite WISH ALL A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR NICOLL'S DECEMBER STOCK-REDUCING SALE! ANOTHER WEEK OF OUR GREAT SALE! A value-giving effort that will anchor your trade to us permanently in the future! At the end of every busy season we collect the surplus stock—Remnants, Short Ends, etc.—bunch them together, and cut them to your order—at about cost of making. It's Nicoll's way of cleaning up at end of season—and keeps our Tailors busy during the winter months. Nicoll TAILOR You'll choose from a bountiful assortment here; not a few ordinary patterns—but you'll make your pick from over two thousand of the choicest Fall and Winter fabrics. Draped side by side for easy comparison. .....Observe the fabrics and prices in our windows! They are an index of what you'll find on our tables... USEFUL HOLIDAY GIFTS. HUNDREDS OF PIECES OF HOLIDAY FURNITURE NOVELTIES. CASH OR CREDIT Appropriate Christmas Gifts $ ^{1N} $ Furs A NICO It's ANOTHER WEEK busy season making. You'll choose fr Fall and V NICOLL'S It's Common OTHER WEEK OF OUR G usy season we collect making. It's Nicoll's choose from a boun all and Winter fabr FROM FABRICS WORTH NEARLY DOUBLE! .....Observe BEAR IN MIND! Every garment is c before being comp perfect fitting garm Seventh a parment is carefully fitted being completed. This fitting garments in every tenth and Rob Every garment is carefully fitted to you before being completed. This insures perfect fitting garments in every respect. The ideal winter neckpieces. They are dividing the popular favor this year with the storm collars. The satin design is in the very latest styles. GENUINE BLACK MARTEN CLUSTER $5.00 CARFS GENUINE BLACK MARTEN, EXTRA FINE, $9.00 WITH FULL PLUFFY TAILS. RUSSIAN BLACK MARTEN AND SABLE OPOSUM CLUSTER SOARFS-GOOD QUALITIES $4.00 ATL. Storm Collars. Genuine "Albrecht value" in our genuine Black Mustang Collars, with cistern of $15.00 fuffy tails The same style Storm Collars in Russian Black Marten at.....$8.00 The same style Storm Collars in Sable Opossum at.....$8.00 The same style Storm Collars in Electric Seal at.....$5.00 It is well nigh impossible to do these goods justice in written description. You must SEE them. We're proud, JUSTLY we think, of our stock of "small ours" this year, and would like YOUR opinion as to whether or not our pride is justified. E. ALBRECHT & SON. "The Original Fur House of Albrecht." LL'S DEC Commonly Known Than OF OUR GREAT SALE! A we collect the surplus st 's Nicoll's way of cleaning from a bountiful assortment inter fabrics. Draped side rousers To... Order $4 $5 Observe the fabrics and fully fitted to you ted. This insures its in every respect. d Robert. 20 E. SEVENTH STREET. Note the number WELL. We have no branches. Drop postal to Dept. "P" for illustrated catalogue, the best "fur book" in America. Nicoll the Sailor THE APPEAL: A NATIONAL AFRO-AMERICAN NEWSPAPER. ```markdown ``` A Schuneman AND EVANS We Fill All Orders on Santa Claus for Christmas Presents A visit to our Toy Dept. is like a trip through the most interesting German Toy village one can imagine. The extra space we have devoted to this grand display and the very large number of experienced salespeople we have engaged will make it very easy for the great crowds to get waited on promptly. We would suggest that the morning hours should be taken advantage of by all who can get here and thus avoid the great rush in the afternoons. Toys from every country; the doll display is a wonder and the prices so reasonable that everyone will save money by purchasing their Dolls and Doll Supplies here. Iron Toys of every size and description. Trains, Ice Wagons, Express Carts, Fire Department Outfits, white and gold enameled Toy Furniture, Desks, Dressers, Beds, Cradles, China Closets, Steam and Spring Trains and Street Car Outfits, all sizes from 98c up to $15.00 each. Dolls' Jewelry and Sewing Sets, Young Artists' Paint Boxes, Billiard Tables, Game Boards, Tree Ornaments, Picture Blocks, Boys' Soldier Outfits, Electric Motors, Steam Engines, Wind Mills, Stationary Engines, Rocking Horses, Games and all the newest Toys and Novelties known to the entire toy world. drawing the Sun Stone constructive tested. OCK RED An expert demonstrator showing the wonderful Richter's German Stone Blocks, the most interesting, instructive and educational toy ever invented. THE PRISMATIC 25¢ TOP The Prismatic Top—Artistic, fascinating and instructive. The most interesting top ever invented. Complete 25¢ suit at it. THE PRISMATIC 25¢ TOP David Hanna, DISTRIBUTOR. 138 E. Third Street, St. Paul. The Pretty Village PRETTY VILLAGE Building Toy, a toy town in itself, with figures, buildings, animals, trees, fences, men and Auftiful interesting to the little folks. Here's Another Bargain. We have about 1,000 boxes of tree ornaments, all kinds and sizes, the greatest variety you have ever seen. They are the entire import sample line of the largest import, man toys in the country, bought at a big snap to close out the lot. The goods sell everywhere at from 50 to 100 for each piece, but you can buy them here, any kind or size you want. 25C boxes for each, arrows, with target. The old as well as the young can have the greatest amount of fun with this great game. Our Sled department is the only place to buy these goods in the city. The line is so large and the variety so great that Boys' Coasters, Bob Sleds, Girls' Sleds, Children's Cutters, Sleigh Boxes and everything you can imagine in the Sled line. The early purchasers Monday will be delighted for we have about 50 dozen Boys' Coasting Sleds, hardwood and well made and they will go for, each. Choice Christmas Graphophones, Phonographs, Cups Golf Sticks, Balls, Caddy Bags Punching Bags, Boxing Gloves, Tackle, Columbia Bicycles. Ice Christmas Presents Kodaks, Cameras Skates, Skis Sleds, Moccasins, Toboggans, phones, Phonographs, Curling Stones, Combination Game Boards, sticks, Balls, Caddy Bags, Whitely and McFadden Exercisers, ing Bags, Boxing Gloves, Guns, Rifles, Sporting Goods, Fishing Columbia Bicycles. Graphophones, Phonographs, Curling Stones, Combination Game Boards, Golf Sticks, Balls, Caddy Bags, Whitely and McFadden Exercisers, Punching Bags, Boxing Gloves, Guns, Rifles, Sporting Goods, Fishing Tackle, Columbia Bicycles. KENNEDY'S GUN STORE Gor. Robert and Third Sts. UCING for the American C ntly in the future! but them to your o winter months. k from over two the S To... Order $15 $20 u'll find on our t CING SALE! American Continent! in the future! At the end of every item to your order—at about cost of per months. in over two thousand of the choicest. per $15 $20 $25 FROM FABRICS WORTH NEARLY DOUBLE! ind on our tables..... YOUR MONEY BACK If we fail to please you. All garments made by the best skilled tailors of St. Paul. Seventh and Robert. Seventh and Robert. A Then you pass on to the great display of Magic Lanterns and you will say that you never in all your life have seen such an assortment from the smallest to the largest. Also the grandest of all the kind that shows the moving pictures, the greatest novelty ever invented. "Don't miss this one." 10 cases German Toy Furniture, each set put up in fine box, all sizes and styles. These goods are import samples and bought by us at 50c on the dollar and the bargain we received is yours, for the entire lot goes on sale Monday morning at Half=Price exactly.... This is a snap.