Washington Bee

L.XXX NO 46 An Ovation JUDGE INSTALLED Beautiful Decorations of Plants and Flowers Judge Mullowney Introduces the New Judge Members of the Bar Make Speeches Not before in the history of the Police Court has there ever been such a demonstration as that seen on last Monday morning when Judge James L. Pugh was presented to the court by Judge Alexander R. Mullowny. As Mr. Pugh, accompanied by Judge Mullowny, slipped to the bench the courtroom was taxed to its utmost capacity. Judge Pugh's appearance from the private offices was the signal for prolonged applause, which was only stillled after repeated orders for quiet on the part of the bailiffs. In introducing Judge Pugh as his associate on the Police Court bench Judge Mullowny paid him a high tribute, both as a lawyer and a friend. "It affords me great pleasure indeed to present to the members of the bar my associate on the bench here, James L. Pugh," said Judge Mullowny. "His long career as prosecuting officer for the District amply qualifies him for the position. Aside from our official relations; I have known Judge Pugh for many years and have come not only to appreciate him as a loyal and devoted friend, but as a capable, efficient and learned attorney. "He' is qualified both in temperament and legal capacity to fill the dual position of attorney and judge in the thousands of cases which come into this court annually when the unfortunates are not represented by counsel. He is just and merciful, as well as firm and unswerving in his sense of duty. JUDGE A. R. MULLOWNY Who Introduced Judge J. L. Pugh. Confidence of the Bar Judge Pugh not only has the confidence of the bar, but the confidence of the community, and they, as well as I, feel his career on this bench will be one which will bring only honor and credit to him. It is with a great deal of gratification personally that I have this pleasant duty of accompanying him on his first day as judge into this court." Following the introduction of Judge Mullowny, a dozen or more addresses were delivered by members of the Bar. That of William H. Hart, colored, a member of the faculty of the Howard University Law School, was the most unique owing to the fact that the speaker and Judge Pugh were boys in the latter's old home, Eufaula, Ala. His personal tribute to Judge Pugh was of a high order. "Today he has come to that position to which the race of Pughs are destined, to that, place which they were made to attain. He is following in the footsteps of his noble father and his grandfather, both of whom I knew and loved and respected for their manliness, their strength of character and their great mercies and kindness. All of these Pugh attributes, my friends, are centered in that member of the family who sits here on the bench," said Dr. Hart. "He and I were boys in southeastern Alabama. I have known the Pughs for many years, and know what the Pughs stand for and are. The Police Court bench of the District of Columbia is fortunate, indeed, to have one of them grace it. "I have seen no man in all my life here and all my experience here who is more fully equipped, both in temperament and in the law, to fill this delicate position where the administration of justice is directed to a vast extent toward members of the Negro race. It is so by the nature of the composite population of Washington, and because of that fact the services of a merciful, just, humane man, tempered with a complete knowledge of man's frailties, weaknesses and impulses, are required on this bench. We of the colored race are indeed fortunate in having James L. Pugh named as Police Court judge." Others who delivered addresses were Campbell Carrington, Thomas L. Jones, A. W. Scott, M. T. Clinkscales, R. H. Hughes, W. Calvin Chase, John Moss and P. J. Bacon. Each took occasion to pay a high personal tribute to Judge Pugh and extend wishes for a successful and honorable career on the bench. One of the humorous speeches delivered, was by Attorney M. T. Clinkscales, who unlocked the door to his soul in addressing the court, after Judge Pugh had been introduced by Judge Mullowny. In finishing his short speech he said: "I am happy when I see that your Honor, after riding through life like a proud old Hessian soldier, reached your home on the bench, I stand here at the gate to greet you. I knew you would come home some day and your Honor knew, I knew. There is my friend, Judge Alexander R. Mullowny who introduced you to us. I do not know what the "R" stands for in his name, but in my opinion, it stands for "Righteousness," and you see we have Alexander Righteousness Mullowny as one judge, and presents to us another friend, in the person of His Honor, James L. Pugh. I do not know what the "L" stands for, but I think the public will agree with me when I say it stands for Loving Pugh, and the name Pugh stands for purging the District of all sins against the law. So then we have here, Loving Righteousness and that superintended by Chief Justice Claybaugh, of the Supreme Court of the District, who watches and inspects the Clay from which justice is made and Chief Justice Shepherd, of the Court of Appeals of this District, who watches by day and night the formation of justice and then we have Chief Justice Fuller, of the United States Supreme Court, which to my mind means the fulness of justice itself. These great benches and their associates stand for true justice in life and if they make a mistake, then we appeal to the Court of Eternal God who delivers to all, justice in its purity and may it please your Honors, I thank the Almighty God that I am present this morning to witness the taking of his seat on this bench. James L. Pugh, one of the judges of the Police Court of the District of Columbia. "I would be less than a man if I were not touched by this manifestation of your kindness and confidence. Words with all their power fail to express my gratitude and thanks for this public expression of your confidence and regard. "I take this demonstration on your part as evidence of your good will, and I thank you gentlemen most sincerely for it all. This is no occasion for any extended remarks. Conscious of responsibility "You will permit me to add that I feel keenly the responsibility of the duties I am about to assume. I am fully aware of the fact that many citizens of all classes are brought before the Police Court for trial, and lest some wrong should be done, prudence, caution and care should be exercised by the judge in the investigation of every case. Counsel should be heard patiently, ample time should be given for the production of witnesses and for the preparation of the defense. I have had experience enough to know the importance of this, and I say now, through you to the public, that no man need fear that there will not be a cautious and careful investigation of every charge brought before me for decision. P. H. HON. CUNO RUDOLPH, COMMISSIONER OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, WHO INTENDS TO GIVE COLORED AMERICANS RECOGNITION. Of course, I know that in all these criminal charges the property, the liberty and, above all, the character of the citizens are involved, and that it is the duty of the court to be ever mindful of this when a case is presented to it. "Thanking you again, gentlemen, for the kindness you have done me this morning, I will proceed without further remarks with the duties of the day." First Before New Judge The first case called for trial was that of George H. Barbour and George H. Hunter, charged jointly with disorderly conduct in the McKinley Memorial Church. They were fined ten dollars each. pulpit? Are they warning the people relative to taking the advantage of their weaker brother? A silent pulpit relative to the things which God would have men to do and not its workshop. It is the duty of the pulpit — both white and black alike — to preach against sin, and to warn men and women of the consequences. It is no uncommon thing to hear colored preachers urging upon their congregations to ever do their duty to their white neighbors, and to strive to be law-abiding citizens. How many of the white preachers thunder such truths from their sacred rostrums? Ah! the old gospel horse is one that few preachers dare to ride. But since it is well known that most of the preachers are in the MARYLAND POLITICS Democrats Continue to be Fools Against the Colored American. Editor of The Bee: Truly the devil has been turned loose in the State of Maryland, for a little season. Finding out that they could not persuade the people around to their way of thinking to rob the colored citizens of their ballot, and after having failed in their hellish attempt at several elections to accomplish the nefarious job, the unjust political hoodlums declare now that they intend to ignore the Fifteenth Amendment | to the Federal Constitution and disfranchise the colored voters of that state, regardless of the consequences. Maryland may do this, as the minority in that state say they intend to do, but if she is sober enough, after having been drunk from an overdose of Negrophobia for several years, will find it will not be a victory over the colored people alone; for this is a question—the question of ignoring the Federal Constitution — which concerns all of the people. The American people are, or they should be, as true to the Federal Constitution as they are true to the Stars and Stripes of this great nation; and the little boys and girls in the schoolhouses everywhere should be taught that, one is as sacred as the other — and that he who would destroy the American Constitution is none too good to attempt to destroy the flag! For the safety of our country the American people cannot very much longer afford to stand, with heads bowed, and allow a few unjust politicians to destroy the foundation of the government. Better stop the thing now ere it gets too far. To your tents, O Israel! But Maryland perhaps thinks she is too big to be obliged to stoop to so little a thing as the Federal Constitution. Too bad, that men, and taxpaying citizens of this country, regardless of their educational and property-owning qualifications, must be deprived of their ballot simply because God has seen fit to make their skin dark.What becomes of the voice of the white pulpit? Are they warning the people relative to taking the advantage of their weaker brother? A silent pulpit relative to the things which God would have men to do and not its workshop. It is the duty of the pulpit — both white and black alike — to preach against sin, and to warn men and women of the consequences. It is no uncommon thing to hear colored preachers urging upon their congregations to ever do their duty to their white neighbors, and to strive to be law-abiding citizens. How many of the white preachers thunder such truths from their sacred rostrums? Ah! the old gospel horse is one that few preachers dare to ride. But since it is well known that most of the preachers are in the business solely for the almighty dollar, caring nothing for the saving of the souls of lost men and women, we can but pity them and leave them in the hands of Him who hath said, "Let them alone until the day of my harvest." So we leave these preachers here and go back to Maryland. Pears to us that Maryland has bitten off, or is trying to bite off, a little more than she can masticate and swallow without giving herself a very bad case of stomach trouble. This thing of disfranchising the colored voters of Maryland means but granting only half freedom to those people who are loyal citizens of the United States. Here you will find many old colored soldiers of the Civil War who trudged through rain and snow to preserve the Constitution and the flag. They, too, are counted unworthy of citizenship and are denied the right to take any part in the selection of men who must make the laws which they must obey. This yoke of political oppression is getting heavier and heavier as the days go by; it is even getting to be galling to the neck — a thing which would cause even the ox to grow restless and shut his eyes and undertake to seek, relief. Although the colored people are loyal to their white friends and to their country's flag — being ever ready at the sound of the bugle to defend her honor — even the very murderers and anarchists from the slums of Europe find better protection here than is accorded them. And it is a lasting shame on the white American friends of justice and right to sit down and keep silent while these wrongs are being done the colored citizens of this country. We only asked for justice, and, like Rachel weeping for her children, will not be comforted with anything less. HOWARD WINS AT BASEBALL The crack baseball team of Howard University defeated the team from Fredericksburg Normal School, by an overwhelming score. THE MACEO SUCCESSFUL YOUNG MEN The Maceo Theatre, corner of Eleventh and You streets, northwest erected and opened by Mr. C. W. Childs has changed hands and Monday night, March 21st, it opened under a new management, Messrs J. Arthur Davis and C. T. T. Porter. Mr. Childs, deserves the credit of the community for building a playhouse of his home, thus putting his people upon an independent basis in a city where there is so much color prejudice. The new management has demonstrated its ability to succeed and already hundreds are turned away from the Maceo, unable to gain entrance. There have been several new features introduced in the Maceo. Hundreds of dollars worth of new improvements have been expended upon this new structure and next fall additional improvements will be added to the Maceo, thus making the seating capacity from 200 to 300. New and better talent has been secured from the Pekin theatre of Chicago, Ill., which will be put upon the stage next week. The Bee has been informed that the greatest comedian in the United States will no doubt be seen at the Maceo shortly. The senior manager of the Maceo is a young man of push and ability. His name is Mr. Davis, a college graduate of Roger Williams University and a student of Howard Law Department. Mr. Porter is an academic graduate of Roger Williams and a student of the Pharmaceutical Department of Howard University. Both young men have traveled widely over the U. S., making considerable study of theatrical work and houses, especially Chicago and New York. They have planned in connection with latest motion pictures, to use the best vaudeville talent available. Intelligent, moral and refined talent will be characterized features utilized. The house opened with the Famous Dixie Trio of New York, Messrs. Jennings, Porter and Hill, formerly with Cole and Johnson's Sho-Fly Regiment. The house has been packed to its capacity since their initial night. This week will close their engagement at the Maceo. A new vaudeville show begins Monday night, April 11th. It should be an inspiration to loyal Afro-Americans to enter the Maceo, the most beautifully decorated colored theatre in Washington, and see a first-class show conducted by young colored men; who are students and giving employment to a dozen other young men and women of the race, actors, actresses and orchestra of four pieces, operator and others. Thus the entire receipts of this house go into hands of worthy people. The electricity, motion pictures etc., are the productions of white Americans. There is no "Jim Crow" seats in this theater; whites as well as blacks are welcome to this theater and sit anywhere. The performances are first class and in every respect clean. Messrs, Davis and Porter ought to be encouraged because they are doing something, and credit is due to Mr. Childs because he has already done something by building a theater of his own. Let every race-loving citizen visit the Maceo. THT WONDER COMB—50c. We have a pomade called "Wonder-Uncurl." If you will heat Wonder Comb and use it to draw this Wonder-Uncurl through your hair, your hair will dress better than ever before. A wonder Comb will last a lifetime. If you send 60 cents, we will send the Wonder Comb, a trial jar of Wonder-Uncurl, and two samples of Complexion Wonder. The latter will make your skin lighter colored everytime it is used, and will make than ever in your life before. Berger & Co., 2 Rector Street, New PARAGRAPHIC NEWS According to the bills based upon the assumption that the Fifteenth Amendment is void, in Maryland, 45,000 Negroes will be disfranchised, so far as State and Municipal elections are concerned. The will of Mrs. Florence B. Slocum, who was killed in an automobile accident disposes of an estate valued close to $200,000. The firm of C. W. McHugh, 708 12th street, presented to the Workhouse of this city, a baby grand piano, to be used at religious services. The coldest inhabited place in the world is undoubtedly Verkhoyansk, in northeastern Siberia, which has a average temperature of 3 degrees above zero, and a winter minimum of 85 degrees below. It is said the latest fad is, men who are lynched, are called suicides. This is the verdict a coroner in Marion, Ark., rendered in two lynching cases. There are only 1,000 pure white families in New Orleans, all the rest have colored blood in them. This has caused a great deal of excitement there. The National Baptist Convention will be held in New Orleans, La., beginning September 14th. There is a bank owned and controlled in London, England, by women. Not a man is allowed to deposit money in the bank. They have it is said, over 400 depositors. Great Britian handled more telegrams for the year than any other nation, 94,000,000. United States next, 65,500,000, France third with 58,000,000, and Germany fourth with 52,000,000 messages. On authority of Captain Osborn, one of the most active supporters of Dr. Frederick Cook, the explorer, it has been announced that $175,000 has been guaranteed toward a fund to help Dr. Cook to prove his claim to discovery of the North Pole. Five hundred and fifty-seven building permits involving an expenditure of $877.041, were issued during the month of March in this city. Workmen engaged in a cemetery in Youngstown, Ohio, discovered the body of Mrs. Hudson, petrified. Even the teeth had turned to stone. There has been a big increase in the production of salt in the United States in the last ten years. Nearly twenty-five million barrels were produced in the U. S. last year, which was in excess of any previous years. Seats for the Jeffries-Johnson fight in San Francisco, July 4, will range from $5.00 to $50.00. One dollar a day for all old soldiers incapacitated in the service, is provided in a bill reported favorably from the House Committee on Military Affairs. An increase of 12,000,000 in the population of the United States during the last ten years and a decrease of 5,000,000 in number of available food animals is the estimate made by the Bureau of Statistics, the reason given for the high price of food. A bill to re-emburse the depositors of the Old Freedman's Saving Bank, has been favorably reported to the Senate, by the Committee on Education and Labor. There were 61,131 depositors. SCHWARTZ Attention is called to the advertisement of Schwartz, jeweler and optician, 824 Seventh street northwest, in this issue of The Bee. This is one of the best and most thorough jewelry store in this city. Everything in this store is first class in every detail. Your eyeglasses are fitted, your eyes examined, and the very best material is used in the construction of your glasses. 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The building of "shook shops" and the manufacture and shipment of shook and staves to many distant points was his life work. Maine afforded ample opportunity for the lumber industry with its vast timber acreage, but for some reason the older Peary thought Cambria county, Pa., also a virgin wooded land, better suited for his purpose, so he located at a point now generally admitted to be on the outskirts of Cresson. Peary's naval career sheds an interesting light on the question of inherited traits and predilections. The elder Peary, an Englishman, transplanted to Maine, came from forbears who loved the sea. For some reason he did not share this fondness for the bounding wave and deliberately left the shore line for a life far in the interior, away from even inland lakes. But after his father's death Robert H. Peary, then a little boy, was taken back to Maine by his mother, and as a result of his life on the coast and his education the youngster instinctively went back to the life of his ancestors. The whaling industry from New Eng- YUNK DUET. — Moderato How sad it must be to go on-ward like this, With nothing on earth to enjoy. And never make any one happy your-self, And only find things to an-ney His life, like an orange whose juices are gone, 'Tis a dry, empty skull, and no more: A-las! he is much to be pit-ied, not blamed, The man who has heard it be-fore; A-las! he is much to be pit-ied, not blamed, The man who has heard it be-fore. "The Man Who Knows It All" Peary's Birthplace and to Include Part of the Old Home. land ports, the coming and going of clipper ships, laden with Malac lumber and many other products, by suggestion and appeal areused in the youth love of the sea and its adventures. Leut. Peary's distinct ambition to discover the pole is known to have been born in him as a result of the Greeley expedition and its relief. He was then a young officer in the navy, as were a number of these prominent in the work of exploration at that time, and hence the glory which now shines upon the water arm of Uncle Sam's military service by reflection. It is strange how soon we are forgotten. People who knew Lieut. Peary's father are not now certain of his Christian name. Charles H. Peary of Chest Springs, a cousin of the explorer and who spells his name Perry, calls the lieutenant's father Charles Peary. Ex-Judge A. V. Barker of Ebenaburg is certain his name was George. It has been suggested that perhaps his name was George Charles Peary. However that may be, Mr. and Mrs. Peary on coming into this county located in the woods near what is now Cresson, where Peary established a shook shop. A house standing on the turn of the road from Cresson to Loretto, about 100 yards from the town, is now generally accepted by the people of the county as occupying part of the site of the original Peary home, and is said to actually include a fragment of the old building. It was in that house that Robert M. Peary was born, and there, two or three years later, his father died. Frank O'Hara, an old farmer living in Munster township, recalls Peary's birth clearly and tells a story of the elder Peary sending a messenger in a conveyance to a point some distance away to fetch a physician. "Kill the horse if you have to," Mr. Peary is alleged to have said to the driver, "but get the doctor here in a hurry." And it's another reminiscence of O'Hara that the elder Peary, who died at Gallitzin, was buried amid a blizzard, "That was like the north pole itself," says the aged Munster man. Peary was buried at Cape Elizabeth Me. 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When the voting is over the officer in charge lifts aside the metal covering on which is registered the number of persons voting and the number of votes obtained by each candidate is revealed. By this system 27,000 votes were cast in two hours at a recent election at Turin. GETS A GOLDEN CROWN Miles Mabel Boardman Honored by Italy for Alding Victims of the Earthquake. Boston.—The Marquis de Montagarl, Italian charge d'affaires at Washington, has remitted to Miss Mabel Boardman of Manchester, Mass., and Washington, a golden crown, the gift of the Italian government in recognition of her services as a member of A. Miss Boardman. the American Red Cross society to the victims of the recent Italian earthquake. The crown, a reproduction of the ancient Roman civic crown, is composed of oak leaves and acorns, made of solid gold. It is inclosed in a typical Roman box of leather, which is adorned by the royal coat-of-arms in gold. On the crown is engraved: "To Miss Mabel Boardman of the Red Cross, from the Italian Government, as a Token of Gratitude, 1908-1908." Miss Boardman, as the executive head of the Red Cross society, recently announced her intention to devote her life entirely to its interests. She is the sister-in-law of Senator Crane and was a member of the famous Taft Philippine party. While visiting Japan she saw the evidence of the work of the Red Cross in the Russo-Japanese war and was impressed with the boundless possibilities of the movement. She is an intimate friend of both President and Mrs. Taft. She Won't Waste the Rope. Give a woman plenty of rope and she will hang—her washing on it. Mme. Davis, 6 BORN CLAIRVOYANT AND CARD READER. TELLS ABOUT BUSINESS. 1228 25th St. N.W., Washington; D. C. Gives Luck to All. N. B—No letters answered unless accompanied by stamp. N. B.—Mention The Be- IF YOU WANT A PLACE TO BOARD ADVERTISE Go to HOLMES' HOTEL, No. 333 Virginia Ave., S.W. 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It certainly is, and not even the largest store they would refuse to get the big end of it did they know much money the Negroes are really spending. Now The Bee is the only Negro publication in this district without a rival or competitor, and covers the few of the merchants in this city will patronize the adventures of The Bee, presenting the attractive bargains they use Negroes — these 5,499 Negroes who draw annually from government over three millions of dollars — will assume the organizing a publication edited and operated by one of their own firms desire and deserve their patronage. And such receive the bulk of these over three millions of dollars rent by the Negroes of Washington. What clothing stores, what furniture stores, what dry goods and what other lines of business will now make an effort to themselves these over three millions of dollars spent by Negroes by advertising in The Bee? Place your advertising in The Bee and watch these 5,499 Negroes spend their over three millions of dollars with Now is the time to advertise in The Bee, the newspaper to every Negro home in Washington. Remember, mercy Washington, it's what advertising pays you, not what it earns. There are 5,499 Negroes employed here in Washington by the Government alone, and these 5,499 Negroes draw salaries aggregating $3,044,404. These more than three millions of dollars are spent right here in Washington, but scattered among the hundreds of tradesmen. Is this amount of money worth billing for? It certainly is, and not even the largest stores in this city would refuse to get the big end of it did they but realize how much money the Negroes are really spending. Now The Bee is the only Negro publication in this city. It stands without a rival or competitor, and covers the field like a few of the merchants in this city will patronize the advertising columns of The Bee, presenting the attractive bargains they may have, these Negroes — these 5,499 Negroes who draw annually from the Government over three millions of dollars — will assume that by patronizing a publication edited and operated by one of their race that such firms desire and deserve their patronage. And such firms will receive the bulk of these over three millions of dollars received and spent by the Negroes of Washington. What clothing stores, what furniture stores, what dry goods stores and what other lines of business will now make an effort to divert to themselves these over three millions of dollars spent by Washington Negroes by advertising in The Bee? Place your advertising in The Bee and watch these 5.499 appreciative Negroes spend their over three millions of dollars with you. MORE MONEY—RACE PROGRESS. If colored people groom themselves daintly, destroy them odors, remove grease shine from the face, and use discoveries for improving the skin and dressing them will be better received in the business world, make money, and advance faster. The Chemical Wonder Company of New York is a business friend colored people have. It improves the skin. Dr. Booker Washington improves their minds. Many manufacturers nine Chemical Wonders, which were colored people as attractive as individual peculiarities. Colored men in New York who use these Wonders situations in banks, clubs and business houses, can have better positions, marry better, get along better. (1.) Complexion WonderCream will light up and make (black or brown) every time it is used. To prove the trial, we send demonstration sample for 10 cents, 50 cents postpaid. (2) Magneto-Metallic Comb, called Wonder Comb, heated before using, to help straighten and dress the hairs 50 cents, and will last a lifetime. (3) Wonder Uncurl. 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Can be heated before using, to help straighten and dress the hair. Costs 50 cents, and will last a lifetime. (3) Wonder Uncurl. When this pomade dressing is in the hair the kinks can be uncurled and the hair becomes flexible. When heated into the scalp and through the hair with a Wonder Comb, any stiff, knotty hair will dress well. 50 cents postpaid. (4) Wonder Hair Grow fertilizes the scalp and makes hair grow long, just as fertilizers in the soil make cornstalks grow. 50 cents postpaid. (5) Odor Wonder Powder instantly destroys perspiration odor. People who neglect such chemical cleansing are obnoxious. 50 cents postpaid. (6) Odor Wonder Liquid. This fine toilet water surrounds the body with delicate perfume. When used with used with Odor Wonder Powder the conditions of the body become perfect. If you can spare 50 cents extra, order this luxury. 50 cents postpaid. (7) Wonder Foot Powder keeps the feet dainty. 50 cents, postpaid. (8) Wonder Wash. A shampoo to clean from dandruff and insure the health of the hair and scalp. 50 cents postpaid. (9) Shell Pink Creme will give light brown girls beautiful pink cheeks without trade-up appearance. 50 cents postpaid. We guarantee all these Wonders as represented. Will send book an attractiveness free. We will prove we are true business friends of color. We require one agent for every locality and guard against loss. Only $2 capital required. Always write to M. B. Berger & Co., 2 Rector St. Park. 'We market all the Chemical Wonder Companies. We will prove we are true business friends of colored people. We require one agent for every locality and guarantee you against loss. Only $2 capital required. Always write to M. B. Berger & Co., 2 Rector Street, New York. 'We market all the Chemi cal Wonder Company preparations. THE REE PUBLISHED at 1169 Eye St., N. W., Washington, D. C. W. CALVIN CHASE, EDITOR Entered at the Post Office at Washington, D. C., as second-class mail matter. ESTABLISHED 1830. TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION. One copy per year in advance $2.00 Six months 1.00 Three months .50 Suscription monthly .20 SOME HOPE It is believed that the colored citizens of this city, that is a few of them will receive some recognition from Commissioner Cuno Rudolph. The Bee is confident that Mr. Rudolph will give worthy colored citizens consideration. It is believed that at least eight colored citizens will receive recognition from Commissioner Rudolph. So far as the other two Commissioners are concerned, colored Americans need not look for anything but rebukes. There is today a competent colored man in the Water Department of the District government who is fully competent to fill any position in the Water Department, but, presumably on account of his color he has been unable obtain a promotion. Mr. Rudolph is popular with the officials and employees of the local government. He doesn't assume a bombastic air as if to appear to those under him, that they are inferiors. He respects his subbordinates and they respect him. There are some men in the world and officials of this government who must assume the air of a czar to enable them to demonstrate to their subordinates that they possess great brain and power. It is always best to have the love of your subordinates than their dislike. However, The Bee is pleased to know that Commissioner Rudolph is a man in whom the people, irrespective of politics, have confidence. The Bee is also pleased to know that a few colored men will be appointed to a few places. The Bee don't hesitate in saying that Mr. David Warren, who has been an employee for years in the Tax Collector's office is entitled to a promotion. If we are to promote according to length of service, Mr. Warren should have been promoted twenty years ago. Is there any white employee under the District government now in the public service longer than Mr. Warner, and yet has receivino promotion for years? The Bee feels confident that Mr. Rudolph will remedy these discriminations and promote the employees on their merit and long standing. The colored people in this city, number almost eighty-six thousands and not a colored citizen holds a representative place under this government. If Commissioner Rudolph does not give the colored people recognition they need not hope for any elsewhere. THE DEMOCRATS OF MARYLAND: The Democratic Legislature of Maryland has at last sounded its death knell. The disfranchisement of forty-eight thousand colored American voters will have a day of retribution. It is quite evident that colored Americans amount to something, they are an eye-sore to the prejudiced white man; but thank God the day will soon come when these forty-eight thousand blacks will be needed to defend the honor and integrity of this republic. Yes, we have government, but what is it doing to protect its citizens against oppression and discrimination? We have a republic, what does it amount to when legislatures are permitted to violate its constitutional amendment? We are told that the colored man is inferior to the white man, if this be true why. legislate to oppress him and prevent him from rising? Some white men are so prejudiced until regulations are adopted discriminating against black prostitutes in favor of the whites. The white man is more disturbed and worried about, the colored man than he is. If the colored American is inferior, why worry about him? Why don't you permit him to advance if he can? The recent Maryland act is in violation of the Constitution of the United States. Will the Republican party stand for it. AUTHOR WEARING REPLIES Washington, D. C., March 26, 1910. Editor, Concord Monitor, Concord, New Hampshire. Dear Sir: A marked copy of your paper, issue of March 11, 1910, containing an editorial comment on my book, "As We See It," has reached me. I thank you for this very flattering editorial. I appreciate the fact that the book held the reader until he had reached its last word, moreover he is thinking about it yet." Therein lies the object of .my work. My motive in writing this book is to portray, truthfully, conditions along racial lines as they exist—as we see it—to bring before the thinking people of this nation that other classe, "Crackers" (poor whites, clay eaters), who have been for generations, and still are, ignorant, idle and vicious; a class of white men who absolutely refuse to be educated, elevated, Christianized, and I may say Americanized; who are inoculated with Dr. Stiles' newly named pest, the hookworm, having taken it into their system from soil worked and cultivated by Negroes, this inoculation being the root of all their evils body and soul, evils that have been with the "Crackers" from time immemorial. (This good doctor gained their enmity by saying that ninety per cent, of the "Cracker" children are afflicted with this worm. To regain their good will (the Crackers) he said, "Yes, you have the worm, but you got it from the 'Niggers,'" a balm that never fails to heal, all "Cracker" wounds. These are people who produced the "Arkansas Fiddler," drawn from real life, the man with roof on his house, who fiddled while the sun was shining and who could not roof his house while it rained, the people who assassinate, burn and pillage the homes of thrifty Negroes, who make it dangerous for a Negro woman to move out of doors after nightfall, whose exploits are always twisted by newspaper writers into an heroic defense of their women and homes. More, a misdemeanor committed by a Negro (striking a white man) is a felony, a felony committed by a white man (killing a "nigger") is a misdemeanor, the former usually gets a year or more in prison, while the latter pays a fine of ten dollars and costs; This, "in the land of the free and the home of the brave," amid Southern chivalry. Now, the educated Negro, the "sociological study," the man who has taken on the white man's civilization, good and bad, as no other man has who has come among you. What of him? Why is he beyond the pale? What is his fault? He has passed out of your college carrying honors with him. He has your bill of health. But, let him hold up his head, strive to be a man, the same as his co-graduates, Malays, Chinese, Hindus, Japanese, Turks, and native born Africans, if you please, and this native born American citizen, whose forbears bled and died for this country is mighty soon told that he has a place, not assigned to other men, be he in church, lecture hall or theatre. But he is a man in your barroom! Easter morning dawned bright and beautiful on the Heights. Instead of our usual eight o'clock Sunday School, we had services at eleven o'clock, special music, in which the children participated, being one of the features. The chapel was beautifully decorated with flowers from the campus. Beside the usual Easter Sunday School lesson, three of the Sunday School teachers told stories, making clear to the child mind, as well as the adult, the reason that eggs, lilies and butterflies are used as emblems of the day. This kind of practical work is excellent for the young ladies who intend to do mission work among children. In the afternoon, the Rev. Walter H. Brooks preached for us, taking for his text, "If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above"—Col. 3:1. The subject was handled in a masterly manner, which brought to the hearers the message intended by the writer of the words. To hear Rev. Brooks once, is to desire to hear him again, and then again. His logic is simple, yet convincing; he convicts, then offers the redeeming grace. Dr. Brooks is a member of our faculty and is always on hand to teach "The Life of Christ." Our president had asked that all reports of moneys received for the new dining hall, be made that day. Our friends from the city, and the students rallied splendidly, so that we shall try to begin the room the first of next week. By the time the frame is up, we trust to have received enough to finish the walls and ceiling. We need some more room to accommodate us at meal time. We know our good friends who so loyally responded to our February appeal, are wondering what has become of the pictures they were to receive. The severe illness of our president, has necessitated the delay; but the work is now under way, and the pictures will be forthcoming soon. In the meantime, we have your name; so don't grow impatient. We are very glad to report the improvement in the health of Miss Burroughs, our president. It is indeed remarkable. The physicians had ordered that she be moved to some quiet resort, that her mind and body might through perfect repose, return to their normal condition. The obligations on the school property at this time so burdened her, that she refused to go; chosing rather to endure the necessary noise and discomfort incident to school routine, than to leave her post when things were in such a critical state. She said: "It is painful for me to be ordered to take absolute rest for awhile, because my interest is in the work of our Convention, and the needs are so pressing now, that I would suffer far more, were I compelled to leave at this time, than I am now suffering — although I am perfectly helpless as far as assisting in the work here." We do trust that the constituents of the work will make it possible for Miss Burroughs to take the needed leave of absence, that she may be the better fitted to continue the work during the summer months. A little effort on their part will bring this to pass, without burdening anyone. The school has been favored from time to time with illustrious visitors. Each Sunday, some divine from the city has preached for us. Our president announced Sunday that since the women must contribute their part, and since the warm months were coming, we give the month of April for the women who are to address us. We look forward to welcoming the first speaker in April, one who has been a friend to our people for over fifty years; one who has perhaps made greater sacrifices that we might become spiritually as well as intellectually fitted to occupy the places that the Almighty has opened for us to fill, than anyone else now living. Miss Joanna P. Moore has given up home, friends, comforts—the very necessities of life, that she might minister, without money and without price, unto the least of His little ones. She is now over seventy years of age, and has given the greatest and the best part of her life to work among needy Negroes. We gladly await her coming. Teachers' Meeting, where the Sunday School lesson for the following Sunday is studied, is held on Monday nights. The officers and teachers here have an opportunity of listening to an explanation of the passage outlined, from Miss Jennie L. Peck, our able dean of the Missionary Training Department. We feel that she has no superior, and wish that more could take advantage of her instruction. The Literary Society has its meetings every Friday night, now, in order to give more time for preparation to the students, for the missionary meeting, which is held on the alternate Thursday nights. Mrs. Katherine Westfall, secretary of the Woman's American Baptist Home Mission Society, the organization which keeps with us our Missionary Training Teacher, accompanied by Mrs. Johnson, one of the members of the Board, also of Chicago, visited our school one day last week. We were very glad to have them, and are sure they were pleased with what they saw. From their statements we gather that our school held its own among the nine others which they had visited just previous to coming here. They seemed much impressed with the order in which we keep them. Each department — washing, ironing, dining room, halls and steps, campus, chickens, chapel, etc. — has its especial superintendent. Certain students have these duties permanently, and must see that they are properly taken care of. These young women are banding themselves together into a club, where their grievances may be aired, and remedies and improvements suggested and adopted. We request them not to feel themselves a "Union," and without notice "strike." Things we have, and thought that it augured well for the wise use of what has been given us. In the course of their talk, they said that in giving us Miss Peck, they had given us "their best;" the president did not hesitate to thank them and to inform them that we are anxious to keep their best. Our campus is beautiful to behold. The orchard sheds fragrance all about, and the beds already here are in full bloom. Each student has been given a plot in which to plant whatever she desires, and is held responsible for the good condition of the bed. Rivalry is evident. We trust the enthusiasm will continue without compulsion, through the warmer months yet to come. Some of the girls were sorry to remember (too late), that although the beds they selected are already in bloom, thus outshining the others — for a season —when the others are doing their best each to be the most noticeable, these early beds will have done their part, and taken a seat in the back row. How quick some of us are to rush for what seems to us at the time, the "better part." We are glad to say that we were favored Monday morning with a short lecture from our slightly convalescent president. She brought home to us the fact that although she was glad to see the interest students students will begin work July first, and continue for six weeks. The classes are beginning to look forward to our closing exercises. Work will be on exhibition from the different departments, and our music will be a special feature. The president says the closing will be the last week in May, or the first week in June, either during or following the World's Sunday School Convention, which meets in this city. Since this world gathering will probably not be held in this country again in some our lifetimes, it affords a splendid opportunity for you The class in Missionary Training are about to take the study of the Old Testament. They have studied portions of the New, and feel the need of explanations on references made frequently to the Old Testament. These young ladies are studying the scriptures, not from a desire to outshine intellectually, but that may go out and apply them, on foreign fields, in church work, and in their own homes. We beg that the parents and friends may observe whether they have been helped by this study and contact. Of course they will not by any means have finished the course with this term, but even now the improvement is remarkable. Beginning with our summer term, we will have with us for several weeks, the Rev. S. N. Vass, missionary and lecturer of the American Baptist Home Mission Society. Interest on Note, ColumRev. Vass is a leader in his class, and we shall all be greatly benefitted from his stay with us. Summer COLORED CHAUTAUQUA From all parts of the United States Negroes will go next summer, from July 5 to August 16th to Durham, N. C., to the great colored chautauqua. Talent has been selected with the greatest care. Men of national reputation will be heard there. The classes in Bible study for preachers and religious workers of all kinds will begin at 8 o'clock in the morning and continue until noon. In the middle of the forenoon, afternoon and evening there will be a great popular lecture or some elevating and refined entertainment. The president Dr. James E. Shepard, has the printed progran about ready for the press. This will be sent out free to all inquirers. The Southeastern Passenger Association, covering territory south of the Potomac and east of the Mississippi Rivers, offers low priced transportation by the certificate plan. Going tickets may be purchased on July 1 to 8, July 18 and 19th and July 25 and 26th. Reduced rate return tickets to be sold on any date with a period of 15 days from date of sale, and an extension may be obtained to September 1st if desired by deposit of certificate and payment of $1.00 fee. All purchasers must ask for a certificate when going tickets is purchased. The Bible School at Durham, N. C., for Negro preachers and all kinds of religious workers promises to be a great success. The president, Dr. James E. Shepard has prepared a program which is about to go to press. It will announce a large number of very able and talented lecturers and teachers, among these W., J. Ford of Jamestown, N. Y., will lecture in July. On August 3rd and 4th Rev. Dr. J. B. Lemon of Manchester, N. H., will lecture. Hon. J. Y. Joyner State Superintendent Public Instruction in North Carolina will give a series of lectures the first week in August. Classes in basket making, agriculture, dress making, etc., under experts will be formed. POINTS REGARDING THE CENSUS The census begins April 15 and must be completed in two weeks in cities and in thirty days in all other areas. The enumerators will wear a badge inscribed "United States Census, 1910." The law requires every adult person to furnish the prescribed information, but also provides that it shall be treated confidentially, so that no injury can come to any person from answering the questions. The President has issued a proclamation, calling on all citizens to cooperate with the Census and assuring them that is has nothing to do with taxation, army or jury service, compulsory school attendance, regulation immigration, or enforcement of any law, and that no one can be injured by answering the inquiries. It is of the utmost importance that the census of population and agriculture in this state be complete and correct. Therefore every person should promptly, accurately, and completely answer the Census questions asked by the enumerators. Y. M. C. A. STATEMENT Showing Receipts and Disbursements The following statement, made by Mr. John Joy Edson, shows how every dollar was spent, of the money contributed to the building of the Y. M. C. A. Building, up to March 1st, 1910. The following should be read with interest: Subscriptions paid (including $5,000 from Board of Managers Washington Y. M. C. A., and advance made by Committee Colored Men's Branch) $50,518.87 Loan Columbia National Bank 2,500.00 $53,018.87 Disbursements Lot 8,900.10 Interest and Taxes on Lot 478.59 District Title Insurance Co. 30.45 James L. Marshall (Contractor) 40,000.00 Harding and Upman, (Architects) 625.00 W. Sidney Pittman (Architect) 1,575.00 Clerical help, printing, postage, etc. 952.25 bia National Bank 180.83 Advance made by Committee, refunded 265.00 $53,007.22 Cash on had March 1, 1910 Liability Statement 11.65 Due James L. Marshall 441.45 Due for Postage and Clerical help 142.65 Due for Insurance on building 14.00 Due for Watchman account 84.00 Due for Interest on Notes 75.00 Loan Columbia National Bank 2,500.00 $3,257.10 I certify that the above account is correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. Signed Jno. Joy Edson, Treasurer Building Fund. HOWARD WINS In the triangular debate between Howard, Fisk and Atlanta Universities on last Friday night, Howard University defeated the debating teams of both, Fisk and Atlanta Universities. Each university had two teams debating on the same subject on the same night Howard debating Fisk at Washington and Atlanta, at Atlanta; Fisk debating Howard at Washington and Atlanta, at Nashville; Atlanta debating Fisk at Nashville and Howard at Atlanta. The result was that Howard defeated Atlanta and Fisk; Fisk defeated Atlanta, but lost to Howard and Atlanta losing both to Howard and Fisk: thus making Howard champion of the Triangular Debating League. The subject discussed was resolved "That the United States should have an Income Tax." The Week in Society Spring time cards, love time cards birthday cards, new cards of all kinds at the Board and McGuire Pharmacy, 1912 1-2 14th street, n. w. Col. James B. Devenaux of the Auditor's office for the War Department has, resumed his duties after several weeks' illness. Mrs. Richard H. Nugent, president of the Woman's Guild of St. Luke's Parish, is still confined to her residence with serious nervous troubles. Mrs. Rose Wilson of Buffalo, N. Y., is visiting this city. Miss Gussie Simmons, has returned to New York, after a delightful stay in this city with her mother and sisters. Miss Florida Lewis, spent the Easter holidays with relatives in Norfolk, Va. The Misses Matile Snead and Georgie Sheffey have returned from a pleasant trip to Hampton, Va. Mrs. Mamie Shepherd Downing, residing in Corcoran street, n. w., niece of Miss Lucy Shepherd still remains in a very serious condition. Mrs. Irene Morgan of 1930 New Hampshire avenue, is confined to her residence by a severe sprain, the result of an accident. Mr. R. D. R. Venning is visiting his old home, Philadelphia. Mr. Eugene Brooks will move from his old house in Pierce Place to his new residence in 13th street, the latter part of the present month. Mr. Brooks was unanimously elected treasurer of St. Luke's parish at the recent Easter election. The recent Easter Bazaar by the King's Daughters of the Berean Baptist Church netted over two hundred dollars. Feeling bad, run down, tired, nervous, all out of sorts? Get a bottle of Iron Tonic Bitters at the drug store of Board and McGuire, 1912 1-2 14th street, n. w. Will make you feel like a new person. Prof. Geo. Cook, spent a few hours in Wilmington, Del., last week. Misses Edith Fleetwood, Rosa B. Childs, Scott and Starling attended an Easter dance at Odd Fellows Temple, in Wilmington, Del., on March 20th. Miss A. T. Howard, spent last week in Philadelphia. Miss Edith Fleetwood was the guest of Miss May Bradford, in Philadelphia on Easter Sunday. Miss Etta Williamson was the guest of her parents in Philadelphia, during the Easter holidays. Mrs. James E. Kelly, who visited her brother, Mr. Jno Lane in this city Easter and friends in Baltimore and Havre de Grace, has returned to her home in Philadelphia, Pa. Miss Rosa B. Childs was the recipient of many social functions, while in Philadelphia, Easter week. Miss Ruth Grimshaw spent Easter week in Harrisburg, Pa. Miss Katherine Davridge spent a very enjoyable Easter vacation in Harrisburg, Pa., with her friend Miss M. E. Baltimore. Mrs. Mollie Lee Price of Harrisburg, Pa., was the guest of her brother, in this city last week. Miss Mayme Puller of Harrisburg, Pa., is visiting relatives in this city. Mrs. Edward Scott of Harrisburg, Pa., is visiting friends here. Mr. Russell T. Walker, of Howard University spent a part of Easter tide in Richmond, Va., visiting his parents and friends. Mr. John Barbee of Indiana, is visiting friends in this city before returning home, he will visit New York and Boston. You want your prescriptions filled carefully and accurately from the best drugs obtainable, at an honest price, don't you? Then, patronize the drug store of Board and McGuire, 1912 1-2 14th street, n. w. You will get what you want. Mrs. Ella M. Lynch was the guest of Captain and Mrs. Washington in Hampton, Va. last week. Misses G. E. Sheffy and M. B. Snead have returned after a most delightful stay last week in Portsmouth, Va., as guests of Miss Fletcher Howell. Mr. C. B. Fisher visited Cleveland, Ohio, last week, while there he attended the reception given by the Twentieth Century Social Club. Mrs. Leonard Payne of Yonkers, N. Y., is visiting her mother in Pittsburg, Pa. Mrs. Payne will also visit friends in Baltimore and this city. Mrs. Mary Griffin has returned after a very pleasant visit to Philadelphia, Pa., as the guest of her daughter, Mrs. Mable Lewis. Mr. J. Hyland Hayes has returned to the University of Penn., after a very enjoyable stay with his parents in this city and his grandmother in Richmond, Va. Mrs. Isabell Thompson, formerly of this city, who recently obtained a divorce from Lawyer Samuel Thompson in New York City was the guest of her niece, Mrs. M. L. Clark on You street, n. w., Easter week. Mrs. Thompson is now in Cleveland, visiting her sister, Mrs. A. B. Carson, for a stay of two weeks, after which she will return to San Fransisco, Cal. Misses Marion Freeman and Sallie Fisher have returned after spending a very pleasant Easter in Richmond, Va., as guests of Miss Alice Kersey. Miss Virginia Adams, who has been visiting her cousin in Danville, and friends in Richmond, Va., during the past month, returned home last Thursday. Messrs Ben and T. A. H. Anderson spent their Easter in Richmond, Va. Mrs. Sarah J. Smith, who had a very pleasant holiday here has returned to her home in Cambridge, Md. Miss Alice'Davis, spent the Easter holidays in Cambridge, Md., with her parents. Miss Eslander Thomas, spent Easter week with her parents, Dr. and Mrs. J. J. Thomas in Baltimore, and visited friends in this city. Miss Thesa Lee and sister, attended a reception in Baltimore last week of the New Baltimore Assembly. Mrs. Serena Edwards and Miss Mable Edmonds spent Saturday and Easter Sunday in Baltimore. Miss Cora West and Mr. S. Edmonds, visited Baltimore, Easter week and were the guests of Miss West's mother, on Stockton street. Messrs George and Luther Mitchell, of Howard University had a very pleasant stay in Baltimore last week, with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Mitchell, Mrs. Ila Williams also spent the holiday with Mr. and Mr. Mitchell. The evening was spent music and song. It is not a fashion bazaar, y all the fashionable people can be seen at the drug store of Board McGuire, right there on the popular Fourteenth street promenade, between Tea and You stris. The Y. M. C. A. Baseball team A welcome concert Mr. Clarence C. White will be ven at Metropolitan Church, Ma 9th. Admission cards 50 cent. For sale at 1935 11th street, NW. Mr. Harry T. Arleigh, of New York, will assist larence C. White, at his concert. Ay 9. You should be in mind the date, May 9, at Meopolitan Church. Recorder Henry Lincoln Johnson left the city Sunday morning, for Atlanta, Ga., on legal business. He will return within 20 days. Dr. W. H. Corner has gone to North Carolina for a few weeks rest. The Bee wishes him a safe return. Nothing funny about it, people just like to deal at the drug store of Board and McGuire, that's all. ELKS BANQUET There was a purple letter banquet of the Elks last Thursday evening, March 31, in the Odd Fellows Hall, M, between 16th and 17th streets, northwest. There were two hundred and fifty guests present. Some of the most beautiful gowns that, one would desire to see were worn by the ladies. Mr. A. J. Gaskins, who assumed the position of master of ceremonies in the place of Mr. W. R. Robinson, who was sick, was introduced by exalted ruler, Mr. Charles D. Freeman in a most eloquent and timely address. Mr. Gaskins in a most pleasing and entertaining address spoke about the needs and value of the Elks and the organization with which he is identified. For twenty minutes he was the center of attraction. Prior to the banquet, which took place in the main auditorium, the lady guests assembled in this large hall over the main auditorium where a set dance program as follows was carried out: The ladies gowns were superb, and among the most noticeable were, a blue silk hand worked gown worn by Miss Clarice Talbert, and a brilliant gown of lavender silk mull, worn by Mrs. Mary Thomas, Mrs. Williams, an Irish linen suit, trimmed in all over lace; Miss Lena Smith, a gray messilene satin, Miss Carrie Lloyd, black silk, Miss Gertrude Reed, point de espray lace over pink silk, Miss Hester Pierce pink silk, Mrs. Mayme Hutchinson, a black spangle net with diamonds, Miss Alice Charvis, black satin with crystal trimmings, Miss Julia Johnson, a black satin trimmed with persian lace and a chipped diamond necklace jet ornaments, Mrs. Adeline Brown, a gray French silk vail trimmed with lace, French sleeves, a vea embroidered front full skirt with girdle and folds of plain silk; and she carried a boquet of pink rose and carnations. Both halls were beautifully decorated in a most elaborate style. The music was furnished by the Manu-mental Orchestra. The muu was served in a novel and unide man-ner. The Calander R. Strother. Our Chaplain. Clam Bouillon C. Freeman. Our Exalted Ruler. Saltines Kalar/200 Celery Our Elk, J. Shepherd. Olives S. H. Wilkins. Oysters, a la newberry B. L. Gaskins. Our Esteemed Leading Knight. Fillet of Ref, Ox Champoner. A. W. Beckett Our esteemed Loyal Knight. Mash Ratoes Green Peas Ur Elk, J. N. Anderson Chick Salad, Mayonnaise, O Esteemed Lecturing Knight. Photo Salad, Ala. A. J. Gaskins, District Deputy. xcd Pickles H. W. Hunter. Our Secretary. Nearo Politan Ice Cream Elk Quartette. Assorted Cakes R. G. Smoot. Our Trustee. Comport of Fruit J. D. Lawson. Our Elk. Punch Romeau Wm. Brown. Our Elk. Elk's Milk W. R. Robinson. Master of Social Session. Soft Drinks James M. Jackson Our Elk. At the conclusion of the supper toasts were responded to; the toast- master was Mr. M. A. J. Gaskins. They were as follows: Toast in Song "Drink only to me with thine eyes." Elks' Quartette. Toastmaster A. J. Gaskins Solo and Chorus, "The Garden of Roses," by Schmid, by the Quartette, Carey Robinson. SCHWARTZ'S JEWELRY STORE Members of Quartette. Carey Robinson, First Tenor; C. Lee, second tenor; C. Sumner Beale, baritone; Wm. H. Jones, basso; Lewis Ambler, music director. Many of the speeches were logical, eloquent and entertaining. At the conclusion of the speeches the following dance programme was carried out: 1. Grand March, Daughters of America. 4. Barn Dance, By the Light of the Silvery Moon. 5. Two-step, Dusty. 6. Waltz, In the City where Nobody Cares. 7. Quadrille, Palace Life. 8. Two-step, The Richmond. 9. Barn Dance, Abie, Take an Example from Your Fader. 10. Two-step, Keep Your Foot on the Soft Pedal. 11. Waltz, Good Night, Dear. 12. Auld Lang Syne. Committee of Arrangements. W. R. Robinson, chairman; J. N. Anderson, vice chairman; Jos. D. Lawson, treasurer; R. G. Smoot, secretary; Wm. Brown, floor minager; A. W. Beckett, sergeant-at-arms; Wm. Freeman, custodian; S. L. Taylor, Wm. H. Toliver, A. W. Bundy, A. J. Gaskins, Solomon Dade, W. H. Scroggins, George Hamilton, J. H. Shepherd. Save 25% to 35% Don't misunderstand our offer. We cannot afford, to make such price reductions on all Furniture—at the same time we are not inviting you to buy "odds and inds." The goods marked for this special offering are of our best qualities. There are many dropped patterns which we could not duplicate for stock-odd, pieces from expensive suites, the balance of which have been sold. You can find hundreds of very attractive bargains, and, if you wish, we're perfectly willing to charge all purchases on an open account. Peter Grogan and. Sons Co., 817-823 7th St. READ THE BEE. Read the Bee if you want a live paper. SCHWA IN THE MOOT COURT OF ABYSSINIA A GREAT MURDER TRIAL GIVEN UNDER THE AUSPICES OF THE AUXILIARY CLUB OF TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH at TRUE REFORMERS HALL 12th and YOU STREETS, NORTHWEST FRIDAY EVENING, APRIL 15, 1910. AT 7.30 P. M., SHARP. JUDGE OF COURT, MR. W. CALVIN CHASE; PROSECUTING ATTORNEY OF EMPIRE, MR. T. S. JONES. CLERK OF COURT, MR. P. W. FRISBY, ATTORNEY FOR DEFENDANT, MR. A. W. SCOTT, MR. M. T. CLINKSCALES. THE CASE THE DEFENDENT, PRINCE CARL-MR. RUFUS DELONG. REFENDENT, PRINCE CARL—MR. THE YEAR OF 1765, THE BODY OF QUA IS FOUND IN THE MEDITERRAN ESPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES. CIRC ENCE POINTED TO THE GUILT NO IMMEDIATELY DISAPPEARET IS DISCOVERED THAT FIFTY AWORTH OF JEWELRY OWNED. AS THE CAUSE OF THE MURDER TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS WAS APPREHENSION OF THE PRINCE COMMITTEE OF ARRANGEMENT Lucy Rose, president of the Auxiliary ist Church chairman. Mrs. Rosa Mrs. Anna Rudd, Mrs. Mary Curtis S. Laura DeLaney, Mrs. Sarah Blas nas Hughes, Jesse Jones. ADMISSION 25 CENTS BY THE LYRIC ORCHESTRA: REFRESHMENTS W. J. ANDERSON TAYLOR, PASTOR on sale at True Reformers' Hall and t, N. W. IN THE YEAR OF 1765, THE BODY OF QUEEN ELIZABETH WAS FOUND IN THE MEDITERRANEAN SEA UNDER SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES. CIRCUMSTANTIAL EVIDENCE POINTED TO THE GUILT OF PRINCE CARL, WHO IMMEDIATELY DISAPPEARED. IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT FIFTY MILLION DOLLARS WORTH OF JEWELRY OWNED. BY THE QUEEN WAS THE CAUSE OF THE MURDER. A REWARD OF TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS WAS OFFERED FOR THE APPREHENSION OF THE PRINCE. Mrs. Lucy Rose, president of the Auxiliary Club of Trinity Baptist Church chairman. Mrs. Rosa Carter, vice president; Mrs. Anna Rudd, Mrs. Mary Curtis, Mrs. Fannie Taylor, Mrs. Laura DeLaney, Mrs. Sarah Blackwell, John Green, Thomas Hughes, Jesse Jones. REV. J. ANDERSON TAYLOR, PASTOR. Tickets on sale at True Reformers' Hall and Mrs. Rose, 1026 21 street, N. W. 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"Complexion magic. one pink sample of s; also sample of and 60 cents, we send is magnetto-metallic M. B. Berger & Co. RT Z Jeweler (near Eye) Pins, Watches and other jewelry, do the lowest price the eyes or if you can't SPECTACLES AND EYEGLASSES FROM $1 UP SILVERWARE Northwest THE CASE IT IS THE NEW EMANCIPATION PROCLAMATION --- --- $100,000 OF STOCK AT PAR $10.00 PER SHARE To be paid for on the Easy Payment Plan $100,000 OF STOCK AT PAR $10.00 PER SHARE To be paid for on the Easy Payment Plan Why? Because It advances the interest of the Negro race. It affords the individual a safe and sure investment. It opens up new channels of enterprise. It presents the Negro in his true light before the eyes of the world. IT IS THE NEW NEW EMANCIPATION Proposed LINCOLN MEMORIAL OF WASH paying amusement place in America. IT KNOWS ALL THIS AND IF INVITES YOU TO PARTICIPATE in an enterprise ABSOLUTELY DEVOID OF RISK, where every dollar will be invested in the best of Washington Real Estate, that increases in value annually at the rate of 5% per cent nearly DOUBLE bank interest. Even that is good enough for most people, but the LINCOLN MEMORIAL BUILDING COMPANY will do better than that. It will have offices and stores and lodge rooms, which will earn, on a conservative estimate, at least $23,200 per year. Equal to 5-9-10 per cent per annum. Resistance for First Payment W. Washington, D. C. as first payment on.....shares of allowing terms and conditions: ten dollars per share. and non-assessable. the first payment shall not be less than 10 per to me for the number of shares applied for upon State..... Tear off and mail with your remittance for First P Lincoln Memorial Building Company, 494 Louisiana Ave., N. W., Washington, Gentlemen: Find inclosed.....dollars as first payment to stock in the Lincoln Memorial Building Company, upon the following terms and First. That the price at which I purchase this stock is ten dollars per sh Second. That the stock issued to me shall be fully paid and non-assessab Third. That if purchased on deferred payments that the first payment cent of the purchase price. Fourth. That my contract of purchase will be issued to me for the num my first payment. Name..... Street. ..... City. Tear off and mail with your remittance for First Payment Lincoln Memorial Building Company, 494 Louisiana Ave., N. W., Washington, D. C. Gentlemen: Find inclosed...dollars as first payment on...shares of stock in the Lincoln Memorial Building Company, upon the following terms and conditions: First. That the price at which I purchase this stock is ten dollars per share. Second. That the stock issued to me shall be fully paid and non-assessable. Third. That if purchased on deferred payments that the first payment shall not be less than 10 per cent of the purchase price. Fourth. That my contract of purchase will be issued to me for the number of shares applied for upon my first payment. Name..... Street. ... City... State... CAPITAL, $400,000 FIRST OFFERING This is of importance to YOU and and every Negro in the land! WASHINGTON IS THE SEAT OF OUR NATION'S GOVERNMENT. The eyes of the world are on Washington... One-third of Washington's population is Negro. If all the Negroes in Washington were colonized in one place they would make a city larger than Richmond, Virginia. There are seven theatres in Washington, supported by a white population of 241,923—and a few foolish Negroes willing to be colonized in the galleries, the only place to which the Negro is admitted. THERE IS NOT A SINGLE FIRSTCLASS OFFICE BUILDING in the city of Washington, where a colored professional or business man or woman, and there are hundreds of them in the National Capital, can obtain business quarters. JUST THINK OF IT! 100,000 enterprising, thrifty, intelligent people, through race prejudice, swept completely out of the business district of Washington; 100,000 genteel, prosperous, amusement loving people deprived of every form of theatrical entertainment unless willing to submit to the most humiliating conditions. Every colored man and woman IN Washington Every colored man and woman VISITING Washington. Every colored man and woman in America, familiar with the true state of the Negro in Washington, realizes that a theatre, store, and office building, operated by the Negroes, for the Negroes, is A NECESSITY. The welfare of the race demands it. The self-respect of the race demands it. Any enterprise resting its hope of success upon a NECESSITY is bound to be a SUCCESS. A THEATRE AND OFFICE BUILDING IN THE CITY OF WASHINGTON, built by Negroes, for the use of Negroes, is a NECESSITY. Appreciating to the utmost that fact- THE LINCOLN MEMORIAL BUILDING COMPANY proposes to erect in the Central Business District of the city of Washington a magnificent theatre, seating capacity 2,500, and a store and office building of splendid proportion, adequate in every respect to meet the requirements of prosperous professional and business men. The enterprise is exceptional in two respects: First—It is absolutely safe. Second—It promises enormous possibilities as a money maker. Features that must appeal to every man or woman with a few dollars to invest, and you are such a man or woman or you would not have read this far. THE LINCOLN MEMORIAL BUILDING COMPANY has surveyed the field carefully, and it KNOWS that hundreds of tenants are available for the offices, that dozens of merchants are ready to rent the stores, and that 100,000 people are anxious to patronize the theatre exclusively, and make it the best A. B. EMANCIPATION Proposed Front Elevation LINCOLN MEMORIAL OFFICE AND THEATRE BU WASHINGTON, D. C. 24 Proposed Front Elevation LINCOLN MEMORIAL OFFICE AND THEATRE BUILING WASHINGTON, D. C. Statement Mr. C. shares of conditions: rate. shall not be less than 10 per per of shares applied for upon date. Lincoln Memorial Bur- 494 Louis Gentlemen: I have read you ing Company. Please send me It is understood that. A T I O N P R O C ont Elevation E AND THEATRE BUIL LING GTON, D. C. It will also have a theatre, wch, if patronized at prices ranging from 10150 cents, by only 1 per cent of the total color population of the city of Washington, will ena the Company to pay 15 per cent on its total capitalization. Equal in all to 209-10 per cent to which may be added the land value increa. of 5% per cent. Now, all this is Conservatively Estimated. Banks and Insurance Companies engle in enterprises like this with their depositors and policyholders' money—YOUR money, but YOU get only about 3 or 31/2 per cent. banks or insurance companies keep the balan THE LINCOLN MEMORIAL BUILL Lincoln Memorial Building Company, 494 Louisiana Ave., Washington, 7 Gentlemen: I have read your advertisement and de- ing Company. Please send me by retnrn mail, free of It is understood that there is no obligation on Name. ... Street Building Co. WASHINGTON, D. C. GEORGE F. COLLINS, Counsel Attorney Washington, D. C. DR. L. H. SINGLETON, Auditor Pharmacist Washington, D. C. S. H. BOLLING Contractor and Builder Lynchburg, Va. Dr. Wm. L. Board.....Washington, D.C. Hon. John C. Dancy.....Washington, D.C. R. E. Frazier.....Pittsburg, Pa. Henry Forrest.....Washington, D.C. B. F. Hailstorks.....Washington, D.C. L. R. Henderson.....Hampton, Va. Thomas L. Jones.....Washington, D.C. Dr. W. W. Jones.....Deanwood, D.C. Joseph N. Lawson.....Washington, D.C. J. Henry Lewis.....Washington, D.C. OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS W. SIDNEY PITTMAN, President. Architect Washington, D. C. WILLIAM A. BOWIE, Secretary Secretary Laborers' Building and Loan Ass'n Washington, D. C. JOHN W. LEWIS President Laborers' Building and Loan Asa'n Washington, D. C. ADVISORY BOARD CLAMATION ING COMPANY is ENTIRELY NEGRO. Not one dollar of white capital will be accepted in exchange for its securities. There is not one dollar of Promotion Stock, consequently there is no watered stock. Every holder of stock from the President down must pay at LEAST $10.00 per share for every share of stock allotted to him. This does not mean that the price of stock will REMAIN at $10.00 per share. It is $10.00 NOW. It will advance in price far beyond $10.00, just as railroad and public utility stock goes to several times par. So will the Lincoln Memorial Building Company's stock go to several times its present value. This means that a share of stock costing $10.00 NOW will be worth $40.00 when stock goes to four times par. Estimates show that the Company's earnings will be 20 per cent, and that is four times par, with every dollar invested in Real Estate. THE BEST in the city of Washington, where values are as firmly fixed as the Rock of Gibraltar. This does not mean that the price of stock will remain at $10.00 per share. It is $10.00 NOW. If the Company, as it is estimated, pays 20 per cent, a $10.00 share of stock will be worth $40.00. If it pays 40 per cent, a single share of $10.00 stock will be worth $80.00. Just as railroads and public utility stocks increase in value, so will the Lincoln Memorial Building Company's stock increase in price. The first allotment of stock at $10.00 a share is being rapidly subscribed, and the next allotment will be $12.50 per share, to which point it will soon be advanced; therefore, you are urged to avail yourself of the present opportunity to get in as completely on the ground floor as any one of the Company's Directors are. The Company's Directors, by the way, are men of sterling worth, integrity and honor, as you are possibly aware, or can easily ascertain through any COMMERCIAL AGENCY. Their names are at the top of this page. They have unbounded faith in the future of the Company. They have invested THEIR hard earned money in it, and they advise you to invest YOUR money side by side with theirs. DCN'T WAIT UNTIL IT IS TOO LATE. The price of stock is $10.00 per share, payable $1.00 down and $1.00 per month for nine months upon each share subscribed for. Before you lay this paper down cut out the coupon on the lefthand corner of this page and mail to-day, with remittance for first payment, if for but one share of stock. We shall be glad at all times to give you any further information desired, and again invite you to join us in this enterprise. Very truly yours, LINCOLN MEMORIAL BUILDING COMPANY, mail for Free Prospectus D. C sire other information regarding the Lincoln Memorial Build- charge, aspectus of the Lincoln Memorial Building Company. my part hatsoever. City..... State..... ```markdown ``` SAMUEL W. RUTHERFORD, 2d V-Pres. Manager National Benefit Association Washington, D. C. DR. CHAS. H. MARSHALL, Treasurer Physician Washington, D. C. J. L. FORBES Real Estate and Loans Norfolk, Va. GEORGE W. ROBINSON Merchant Washington, D. C. Robert Mattigly.....Washington, D. C. R. H. Merchant.....Lynchberg, Va. Zeph. R. Moore.....Washington, D. C. Dr. J. W. Morse.....Washington, D. C. J. W. Nimocks.....Meridian, Miss. E. W. 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Prescriptions carefully compounded. RICHARDSON'S DRUG Old Colonial Records Show Act Was Attempted in 1656 - The Punishment. It is not necessary to give up our plious faith in the superior political morality of our forefathers when we learn that even in the first generation of Bostonians was found a ballot stuffer. The same record which reveals this break records also its instant repudiation and punishment. It was on the fourteenth day of January, 1655, 25 years after the settlement of Boston, according to the quaint records preserved of the king's chapel, that a referendum was held as to whether a part of the land should be alienated. The old chronicle runs: "The Inhabitants proceeded to bring in their votes; and when the Selectmen were receiving 'em at the Door of the Hall they observed one of the Inhabitants, viz. John Pigeon, to put in about a dozen with the word Yea wrote on all of 'em, being charged with so doing, ha acknowledged' it, and was thereupon Ordered by the Moderator to pay a Fine of Five Pounds for putting in the settlement of Boston as PATENT DRAWINGS CRAFTING,DETAILING,TRAC BLUE PRINTING cording to the more than One Vote according to Law, and the Moderator thereupon declared to the Inhabitants that they must draw and bring in their Votes again in Manner as before directed, and the Inhabitants accordingly withdraw and the Votes being brought in and sorted it appeared that there were Four Hundred and two votes and that there was two hundred and five Yeas and one hundred and ninety-seven Nays." — Boston Transcript. BITTER WAS THE AWAKENING Sleeping Owner of Millions Brought Back to Earth by Stern Yet Modest Demand. I dreamed last night that beginning with $100 I pyramided my bets on the stock market so that in a little while I had $2,000,000,000," said one of the artist colony in West Sixty-seventh street yesterday. "A crowd of people came to me and besought me to cease speculating. They pointed out that I had more money than I could ever spend and if I kept on I would own all there was in the world. I replied that I wanted a billion dollars more for my own use and that I proposed with the two billion I already had to establish a great institution where all the artists and writers and sculptors might work free from pecuniary annoyances, and raise the standard of beauty in all the arts throughout the world. The last man who came to beg me to stop making money was my attorney. I turned a deaf ear to his entreaties and finally he sternly demanded of me the two dollars and a half that I had borrowed from him last week. 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Formerly Yarwouth was one of the principal ports of England, and its merchant adventurers enjoyed the patronage of Queen Elizabeth. Its Tolhouse claims to be the oldest municipal building in the kingdom. WILSON WILL GO TO MEXICO Minister to Belgium to Succeed Ambassador Thompson in Neighboring Republic. Washington.—Henry Lane Wilson, American minister to Belgium, will soon be officially named to succeed David E. Thompson as ambassador to Mexico. Mr. Wilson has been notified of his appointment by the state department and is clearing up his business at the legation in Brussels pending his departure for his new post. Mr. Wilson, who is a native of Crawfordsville, Ind., has been in the diplomatic service since 1897, when he was appointed minister to Chile; He Henry Lane Wilson. became minister to Belgium in 1905. Before entering the diplomatic service Mr. Wilson was successively editor, lawyer and banker. He is a graduate of Wabash college. 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At birth there are 44 respirations in one minute; at five years of age, 26; from 15 to 20, 20; from 20 to 25, 18.7; from 25 to 30, 16; from 30 to 50, 18.1. The average ratio which the number of respirations bears to the number of pulsations in a given time is $1:4\frac{1}{2}$. The temperature of a healthy human adult averages from 98.4 to 96.6, but 91.5 and 99 F are within normal.