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IF IT'S NEWS, IT'S IN THE BEE, FOR THE BEE IS A NEWSPAPER. THE BEE WASHINGTON Washington's Best and Leading Negro Newspaper That's THE BEE THE PEONAGE SYSTEM GIVEN A KNOCK-OUT BLOW BY THE TAFT ADMINISTRATION Attorney General Wickersham's Activity in Prosecuting Peonage SUPREME COURT'S DECISION IN BAILEY CASE A TRIUMPH FOR FREEDOM WOL.XXXII NO38 THE PEONAGE GIVEN A KNOCK-OUT ADMINISTER Attorney General Wickersha Peon SUPREME COURT'S DECISION I FREE Colored citizens generally are very often heard to complain bitterly that the federal government does not enforce the war amendments of the constitution. Much that the federal government does in this respect very often goes unnoticed. Undoubtedly the most important of these amendments, if any one of them may be said to be more important than another, is the Thirteenth Amendment, which abolished slavery and which was intended to secure to every man the right to individual liberty and freedom from servitude of any kind except as a punishment for crime whereof he has been duly convicted. The Attorney General under the present administration has not only been active in the prosecution of the trusts, but a great deal of time and attention have been given to the enforcement of peonage statutes and laws enacted by Congress to make more effective the provisions of the Thirteenth Amendment. The decision of the Supreme Court in the Alonzo Bailey base, rendered last term by Mr. Justice Hughes, holding unconstitutional the State law of Alabama under which Bailey was held as a peon, in which Attorney General Wickersham and Assistant Attorney General Harr appeared as Aumicus Curiae, was a distinct triumph for the cause of freedom. It should be remembered that it was not the official duty of the Attorney General to appear in this case, his act was wholly voluntary in the interest of the enforcement of the Thirteenth Amendment and the peonage statutes. The report of the Attorney General for 1911, gives two pages to the subject of the enforcement of the peonage statutes. The report says: "The vigorous enforcement of the statutes against peonage, conducted by the department in the last few years, it is believed has done much toward stamping out that form of involuntary servitude in many districts, but in some of the Southern States this practice appears to be still quite extensively carried on. Prosecutions under the peonage statutes have been instituted in nearly all the Southern States, and in a few States not in the South." The report also recommends that—"The statutes of the United States upon the subject of peonage and slavery should be amended so as to render them more effective for the protection of persons against slavery and involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime." Here, it would seem, is a large field for the workers of the race to secure from Congress laws necessary to render more effective the Thirteenth Amendment, and thus make more secure the lives and liberty of their brethren in the South. The records will show that prosecutions of persons for violating the proclamation statutes have been instituted in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Tennessee, Texas, and other States Convictions have resulted in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Virginia and West Virginia, with prosecutions still pending in Kentucky, Louisiana and Texas. In a number of cases prison sentences have been imposed against men of wealth and standing in addition to being sentenced to pay heavy fines. The local, United States attorneys have had the assistance of special agents of the Department of Justice and the assistance of special attorneys in the prosecution of these cases. Great credit should be given them for the courage and vigor with which they have tried to enforce laws under circumstances where juries might be expected to be slow to convict. Federal Judges, notably Judge Emory Speer, of Georgia, and Judge Thomas Jones, of Alabama, have been most outspoken and courageous in their charges to the grand jury, considering these cases, in their respective districts. A few more years of this kind of campaign, with the assistance of Congress, ought to result in stamping out peonage and involuntary servitude of all kinds. It will be recalled that just after the war the Southern States passed a great many black laws for the purpose of re-enslaving the Negro, all of which they were required to strike from their statutes before re-admitted into the Union, or rather into participation in the national government. Various devices have been used since to accomplish the same result; such devices as "vagrant laws," "landlord and tenant laws," "false pretenses," the "claim of indebtedness," etc., many a man has been held as a virtual slave in the turpentine camps and contractors' stockades by coercion and brute force. One of the methods used if a person desires the services of a laborer who has broken his contract or been guilty of other misdemeanor, is to swear out a warrant, take the prisoner before a justice of the peace, go surety on his bail bond, then take the man to his farm or plantation and compel him to labor. Sometimes the case is then dropped, or if it is pro-ceutured, a fine is paid, the person desiring to hold the laborer in his service will pay his fine and compel him to work out the fine. One of the methods used is to have a man confess to the commission of a crime and sign a criminal court contract whereby he undertakes to work out the fine for the person who pays it. This person is called the confessor. At the July term of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Alabama, 21 indictments were returned against 26 defendants for holding nine different persons as peons and slaves. These indictments are still pending. In one case a man was convicted of petty larceny in the State court, finned $15 and costs, judgment and all amounting to $43.75. One John Doe, a stranger, came into court under the State laws and confessed judgment for the defendant and paid the fine and costs. Thereupon the defendant entered into what is called a criminal contract to work out this amount at $6 a month. The defendant ran away after working over a month. He was rearrested on an affidavit by John Doe, finned one cent and $87.05 costs. Then another stranger, Richard Roe, confessed judgment, another contract is entered into by which the defendant in the State court agrees to work 14 months and 15 days at the rate of $6 a month. A little later the defendant ran away again, was rearrested and this time timed $300 and $112.80 costs, making $142.80, and sentenced to hard labor for more than a year. The criminal contract and the confessor device will probably be tested ultimately in the court of last resort by the Department. There was another case of old fashioned slavery where a man was working on a steamboat plying up and down the Alabama River. Three persons took him off the boat, carried him to their plantation and forced him to go to work. This man refused to work, was cruelly beaten and whipped, and when he was unable to work, was told to go. He was afterwards arrested on a charge made by the kidnappers of carrying concealed weapons, and fined $53,85 costs, judgment confessed upon him, and he was taken away into slavery again to work it out at $10 a month. White men as well as colored men have been held in peonage, indeed one of the peons named in one of the indictments above referred to, is a white man. The Harlan and Gallagher cases decided at the December term of the Supreme Court, 1910, were cases in which white men were held as peons in the lumber camp of Florida under "a most atrocious system of enforced labor." While these State laws making possible peonage, are made with special reference to compelling the labor of the Negro, they occasionally catch white men as well, particularly immigrants working under contract as in the Harlan case, all of which goes to show that the liberty of no man is safe as long as the hulmest black man may be held as a peon or a slave. The systematic and thorough work undertaken by the Department of Justice as far as the federal laws warrant it, to stamp out peonage, slavery, and involuntary servitude of all kinds should appeal to the eliberty loving people of color the country over, and appeals should be made to Congress for laws to make this work more effective. Appeals should be made, also, to the public sentiment of the States themselves where this system prevails. Richards Literary. The Richards Literary Club met on Thursday at the residence of Miss Clotie Houston, 1444 Corcoran St. The subject, Michel Angelo's Masterpieces, was rendered by Miss Maude G. Daniels. Mr. Geo. A. Parker made his debut before the club via of a solo, which furnished abundant pleasure to the entire club. Mr. Pinkett, the president, announced his departure for the South American cruise with Secretary of State, Mr. Knox. During Mr. Pinkett's absence Miss H S Brown, the vice president, will preside. The club will be entertained at its next meeting by Miss Helen J. Moore, at her residence, 1834 13th St. N W. After the rendition of the evening's program, Miss Houston laid covers for a delicious repast. Mr. Justice Wendall Phillips Stafford will introduce Dr. Shepard March 26. THE BRILLIANT YOUNG PRO FESSOR VINDICATED. Dr. Thirkield Does Justice to an Injured Teacher — Friends Jubilant and Enemies Disappointed. Prof. Thomas M. Gregory, son of Prof. James M. and Mrs. Fannie M. Gregory, who resigned a professorship about a year ago, on account of the treachery and deception of false friends, has been reinstated to his former position as teacher in the University. It will be remembered that about a year ago some envious person sent an anonymous letter to the President of Howard University, Dr. Thirkield, that Prof. Gregory had been guilty of conduct unbecoming a teacher, and that his usefulness as such had become impaired. The Bee, at the time, published the so-called evidence in full, which entirely exonerated Prof. Gregory, but as the matter had become public property it was deemed best that he resign. It was the bad advice given by his friends and before the facts had been entirely presented to the authorities of the University that the resignation of young Gregory was given to Dr. Thirkield and accepted. The Bee has kept in close touch with this case, and knew several months ago that Dr. Thirkield intended to reinstate Prof. Gregory because he was, at the time of his resignation, one of the best teachers in the University. Dr. Thirkield, who at all times is willing to be fair and just, stated that circumstances would no doubt arise to enable him to right the wrong that had been unintentionally inflicted upon young Gregory. The first announcement of the reappointment of Prof. Gregory is this day made in this issue of The Bee. Those who conspired to injure this, young man, in which Dr. Thirkield took no part, will be greatly surprised when they read the reinstatement and vindication. Every effort on the part of young. Gregory's enemies has been inaugurated to misrepresent and injure him, and when certain representations had been made to the president and investigated were found to be false and without the slightest foundation. Dr. Thirkield deserves the highest commendation for what he has done, and doing for the teachers and students of Howard University. He hasn't a mean spirit in his body. He is a father to Howard University and a guardian of the teachers and students. The reinstatement of Prof. Gregory not only meets the highest approval of the people in this city, but the entire country. There is not a more brilliant man to be found than Thomas M. Gregory. HAVE CEASED FIGHTING Vermont Avenue Church Troubles Ended—Everybody Happy. The church war at the Vermont Avenue Baptist Church was brought to an end in Equity Court No. 2 today. February 20, 1912, when, by mutual consent of all the parties concerned, the case of Hill, et al., vs. Hawkins, et al., Equity No. 30,428, was discontinued; the attorneys for plaintiffs being Jabez Lee and Birnley and Woodward; attorney for defendants, Thomas L. Jones, Ralston, Siddons and Richardson. Later in the day a reporter of the Washington Bee saw Attorney Jabez Lee at his office, 600 F Street N. W. and he made the following statement: "We are discontinuing litigation not because we fear defeat nor because we are weakening numerically or financially. We consciously felt that victory awaited, us at the end. We have a following of a thousand persons, whose financial ratings are anywhere from fifty cents to fifty thousand dollars. At this very moment, we have a large unexpended balance in our treasury. "The sole motive of our actions is to preserve the integrity and usefulness of the Vermont Avenue Baptist Church, and to keep its large membership intact. "Our differences are to be settled within the four walls of the said church in a peaceful and Christian-like manner. We entertain no hard feelings towards our brethren, and we are disposed to believe that they have none towards us." "The bonds of friendship between the members have been greatly strained within the last year, but they will be recast and we, as one great army of the living God, under one banner, will march onward to capture the world for Christ." Mrs. Ware Taken Ill. Richmond, Va. Feb. 19. The 10th Street, Church choir is here and is receiving a great ovation. Mrs. Lena Ware, the organist of the 10th Street Church Choir, was taken suddenly ill and it was impossible for her to play at the concert to be held Monday night. Mrs. Ware's services will be greatly missed. Mrs. Lerk Ware arrived in the city from Richmond, Va., Tuesday morning at 9:15, quite ill, and was conveyed immediately to her home at 525 21st street, where she is under the medical care of Dr. Weaver. The Bee has been informed that Mrs. Ware is resting easily, although quite weak. Don't fail to go and hear Dr. J. E. Shepard, at the Bethel-Literary, March 26th. STEAM ROLLER IN GEORGIA GOES THROUGH WITHOUT A SQUEAK. H. S. Jackson Indorsed for National Committeeman — Walter Johnson Thanked, and Henry L. Johnson Praised for His Work for the Party (From the Atlanta Constitution.) Greased so thoroughly that not a single squeak was heard while it was merrily rolling through the Georgia Republican convention, the Taft machine took on another crew of passengers booked for Chicago in June to again nominate him yesterday at the meeting of the State G. O. P. From the time that the convention assembled shortly after 1 o'clock in the Orpheum theater, until it adjourned a little after 5 P. M. the name of the favorite son of Ohio was greeted with tumultuous applause every time it was mentioned, which was about every two minutes, while the pronouncing of that once magic "Theodore Roosevelt" did not result in enough applause and enthusiasm to wake a delegate from one of the hill counties, who had considered 4 o'clock a proper time for retiring. The speakers all called the proceedings of the afternoon "a love feast." It was probably all of that, for unanimity of sentiment was never more forcibly expressed. There were a half-score votes taken and there was never a "no" spoken, which is considerable indication of party harmony. True, some contests were filed against the seating of the Taft delegates from Fulton, Chatham and several other counties. These contest were referred to a committee of credentials and the committee reported back in three shakes of a sheep's tail (commonly considered a most limited period) that the Taft men had won their positions in the convention legally in each and every instance and there was not a Roosevelt voice to protest against the adoption of the report of the committee. Given Timely Warning. The same business-like methods were employed in each and every other feature of the Taft program. He delegates at large were instructed to vote for Taft first, last and all the time at the Chicago convention. The district delegates were told in more fancy language, but the meaning was plain that if they did not follow suit they had better not return to Georgia. The Taft administration was glorified to the high heavens Henry S. Jackson, of Atlanta, was recommended for national committeeman Walter H. Johnson was thanked for his services as State chairman. Henry Lincoln Johnson was told in resolutions practically that he was fully deserving of his middle name C. P. Goree, H. S. Jackson, H. L. Johnson and C. J. Davis, of Dawson, were named delegates at large, all staunch and true Taft adherents. William Driscoll, of Atlanta; R. R. Wright, of Saxaanah; Dr. E. J. Turner, of Columbus, and W. H. Harrison of Athens, were elected alternate. All ditto And the convention adjourned. The "love feast" began when the delegates were seated or standing at the physical condition and tendencies of each person suggested. The convention, numerically, seemed about 60 per cent Afro-American in its makeup and that relative importance was preserved throughout the session. A M Tounlin, of Floyd county, was made temporary chairman, and the harmonies began. Mr. Blun Retires. It was announced that for the sake of party harmony and the glorification of William Howard Taft, Henry Blun, postmaster of Savannah, had patriotically retired from the contest for national committeeman, learing the field open to Henry S. Jackson, collector of internal revenue at Atlanta. No sooner had this been done than Walter Johnson, in the interest of party harmony and the glorification of William Howard Taft, stepped out of the race for delegate-at-large with considerable grace in favor of C. P. Goree, of Atlanta. (Loud cheers for Goree and brief speech from same, both being to the glorification of same W. H. T.) The aforementioned committee on credentials was then named, and, while it retired back of the stage, just like the villain does when the old man is taking out the papers, oratory burst forth. Speaker after speaker was called on, noisily perhaps, but in perfect harmony. A few who were not called on made speeches from the aisles while the regular orators were being conducted to the stage. Most of the orators were of colored persuasion and preachers by profession. Rev. J. J. Bush said that preachers should be for everything good, and therefore he was for W H. T. (Loud cheers and a few hurrals for W. H. T.) Dr. C. T. Walker, of Augusta, was introduced as the preacher at whose church W. H. T. worshined when not playing goft at Augusta. (Cheers for W. H. T.) The Rev. Walker, taking "Harmony" for a subject, preached a good, old-fashioned sermon, with "Faith, hope and love" for a text. The next orator was Ike Woods, of Forsyth. Ike was diminutive in stature, loud of voice and black as the ace of spades. He looked so much like John Healey, an eminent comedian of Mr. Al Fields' organization, that the dusky delegates howled ap- proval and laughed merry "Ya yas" They were to an extent disappointed when Ike made a lengthy plea for all the delegates to see that their home people qualified themselves as voters by registering. Denounced Legislators. The first white man to mount the stage after the speaking began was Roscoe Pickens, of Pickens county, a representative in the legislature, and he was the first person to broach the race question. He told of the sovereign service he had rendered the Negroes by fruitlessly endeavoring to have a legislative investigation of a lynching and denounced the white law-makers for failing to aid him. He also paid high personal and political tribute to his colored brothers, and said that with their aid he could make a fine living without the aid of any Democrat. So thoroughly in the spirit of the universal brotherhood of man was his address that an enthusiastic but intensely charcoal-colored delegate moved that he be given the "Chautauqua salute," an expression of approval rarely seen in political gatherings. Whether there were not enough handkerchiefs in the convention to make a respectable "salute," whether the delegates did not know the nature of the greeting, or whether they didn't care about doing it, will never be known. It wasn't given, anyhow. After repeated calls, Judson W. Lyons took the stage and spoke briefly on the value of being an American citizen, and urged the delegates to see that their constituents register in order to make them such. Wants Jobs for Whites. The committee on credentials then reported its well greased report and the convention proceeded to permanent organization. Henry Lincoln Johnson was elected permanent chairman without a scintilla of opposition. He spoke forcefully for about ten minutes, saying that the Republican party of Georgia is seeking to liberate the White people of Georgia from political thralldom. When it does this, he said, it will have done a greater work than Lincoln did when he liberated the Negroes from personal thralldom. He longed to see the time, he said, when every position of leadership in the Republican party of Georgia will be held by a white man, for under those conditions he believed every man would have an equal chance. This speech, having been culminated with the usual Taft tribute (more cheer) the party machinery went to work. Committees were named on platform and permanent organization. (Business of retiring back of stage.) While the convention awaited the reports, the Rev. Jack Thornton, an ante-hellum Negro of Thomasville, was called on to speak and made an impression. He told of the services he had rendered "his white folks" during the war, and intimated that the white folks had not paid, him back politically A Habit of the Whites. His talk was in quaint Uncle Remus dialect, and when he proclaimed: "When yer way meet one uy yer white folks' way up north, he's glad ter yer see, but he sez 'How is yer—yer dam of rapseallion?' Dat's de white folks' way. Dey got it from Noah. When Noah got mad and drunk, he cussed de fust nigger and ever since den ever time a white man gets mad er drunk he's jist bound tress a nigger. He doan mean nuthin' he jist can't help it." The committees being ready to report, his speech was thus pleasantly concluded, and the machinery again started grinding. O. P. Morton Woman's Relief Corps. Sunday night O. P. Morton W. R. C. was the guest of Circle No. 1. First Baptist Church of Georgetown, D. C. Edgar Ricks, pastor. Promptly at 8 o'clock, Mrs. Elizier B. Davis, president, with her staff and past rank officers and corps, passed down the aisles of this beautiful little church. The color bearers, each robed in spotless white, bearing silk flags, was the escort of the president Rev Ricks was at his best. His theme was "A Good Woman." He paid a glowing tribute to womanhood, bringing out many worthy historical facts, and particularly those in which Negro women played a prominent part. The choir, under Prof. Walker, had a most excellent and well rendered patriotic musical program. After the sermon, Maj. Chas R. Donglass, commander of Douglass Post, made some encouraging remarks, bearing on the pioneer and most excellent work of the corps. It being the oldest by five years of all the corps in the Department of the Potomac Miss Marie L. Jordan, in her happy manner, followed, and gave more statistics, outlined the work, paid a high tribute to Negro soldiers, and of the excellent work of this corps, Mrs. Julia Mason Layton, in a pleasing vein outlined the work of the order, showing that the National W. R. C. had a membership of over 160,000 loyal yomen. Had collected during the past year $6,945.00, and had expended $6,405.95, and had now in treasury $13,630.05. She introduced the president and her staff, then all past officers, giving their rank and special qualifications. Miss A. L. Thompkins, one of the foremost workers in this good old corps, told of the excellent work of Mrs. Layton, stating that she was "law authority of the W. R. C. of this city." A splendid collection was taken, and all went home feeling that it means much to be identified with the Grand Army organizations. Important News Happenings of the Week. DEVOTED TO GENERAL INTEREST (By Miss G. B. Maxfield) Fifty-one years ago Sunday Jefferson Davis was inaugurated president of the Confederate States of America, at Montgomery, Ala. Patriotic exercises commemorative of Washington's birthday was observed in all of the public schools in the city Wednesday. Patriotic addresses were delivered during the exercises. Under the direction of the woman's Interdenominational Union, 450 unconverted Chinamen are taught the Bible by Rio de Siew, the new missionary evangelist of their own race. An effort to increase interest in bands of mercy in the graded schools is being made by Miss Mary Harrold, of the Humane Society. In January there were 36,735 children members of the band. The organization aims to teach the children to treat dumb creatures with kindness. There are now five separate expeditions on trips of discovery en route to the South Pole. A message of victory may flash over cables and telegraph wires any time. Excavation work on the foundation of the new Bureau of Engraving and Printing at the foot of 14th Street Southwest is progressing rapidly now; the heavy ice prevented the work during January. The band of forty Australian boys sent to this country by the Australian government to learn at first hand about Americans and American institutions, were met at the Union Station by a committee from the Chamber of Commerce. Chentin T. Wang, who is expected to be appointed Minister to the United States, to represent China, the newest of the world's republics, is well known here, both in diplomatic and educational circles. Preenrations are being made for a national exhibition in connection with the fifteenth international congress on hygiene and democracy, which will be held here during the last three weeks in September. The Phillippeaux painting, depicting the far-famed "Pickett's Charge," is now in this city, and through the courtesy of Secretary Fisher, it is now on exhibition at the Patent Office. It is said the picture is the most realistic portrayal of the battle of Gettysburg ever made. The Rev. Abraham Lazarus has written municipal Judge Sabath, of Chicago, advocating selection of judges who can speak at least seventy languages, and thus do away with unreliable interpreters. An official report has been received of a severe fight between the revolutionary forces and the government troops at Cape Haitien, Haiti. Prof Albert Hertel, the noted painter of landscape and still life, died last week in his sixty-ninth year. The Charities and Corrections Committee embodied recommendations giving their approval to the continuance of government aid for the Columbia and Emergency hospitals, and also urging the appropriation of $200,000 for the construction of a municipal hospital. A novel feature of the celebration of Washington's birthday dinner given in New York at the Waldorf, was several women were among the speakers. A delegation of 1,000 Chinese American residents, called on President Taft to urge the immediate recognition of the republic of China by the United States. More than three thousand persons began saving for Christmas at the Merchants' and Mechanics' Saving Bank in this city. Confederate veterans are to have a prominent part in the celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of the battle of Gettysburg THE ODD FELLOWS. Report of Hall Association. The Odd Fellows' Hall Association, of which Mr. Thomas H. Wright is president, has made its report to the association. Total amount of receipts for the year, amounted to $6,067.58. Total receipts from all sources, including balance from 1910, $7,863.24. Amount expended, $5,757.74. Balance on hand Dec. 31, 1910, $2,105.50. The report shows the honesty and integrity of the men who are at the head of the hall association. The auditing committee consisted of J. R F. Brown, R F. Williams and A S. Howard. Officers of the hall association are: Thomas H. Wright, president; Lawrence Clark, vice-president; Samuel W. Watson, secretary; Alex F. Hicks, assistant secretary; Joseph Manning, treasurer. For twenty-two years of opposition, abuse and other mccanness this association has had to encounter. Mr. Wright, who is known for his honesty and integrity, has battled for the success of this institution, and today his efforts have been crowned with glory. Thomas H. Wright deserves to be given a public testimonial by his Odd Fellow friends and others for the honest manner with which he has conducted this institution. For twenty-two years Mr. Wright has done all in his power to build up an association which is a monument to the world. S. G. SWAIN & SON 932 La. Ave. N. W. The finest and best groceries in the city. Fresh poultry killed daily Get Your Christmas Turkey at this place. Phone Main 1699. 932 La. Ave. N. W. Suspender Anatomy. Suppose that instead of being provided with a frictionless, ball and socket joint, your arms had to stretch a muscle or ligament every time you moved them. You would be tired out long before bed time. Now consider—if you wear the ordinary suspenders you must "stretch rubber" every time you move—it's tresome. SHIRLEY PRESIDENT SUSPENDERS are made with a sliding cord that moves through fractionless tubes, just as your body moves, and as freely; it imitates nature's provision for freedom of motion—it gives comfort to your body and durability to the suspenders. Doesn't this appeal to you as being a sensible reason for wearing the Shurley President Suspenders? Light, Medium and Heavy Weights. Extra lengths for tall men. Sold by all dealers or by mail direct, 50 cents. Buy now while it is on your mind. Signed guarantee on every pair. The C. A. EDGARTON MFG. 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An internal remedy to aid the ointment by expelling the poison caused by constipation. To be used together. Both for 500 postpaid. J. C. BROWN, Registered Pharmacist 609 Third Street, N. W. Washington, D. C. UNIVERSITY OF FRANCE. It Is Essentially the Same Today as When Established by Napoleon in 1806. In the United States there are many universities which are free from state control, but in France there is only one university, and it is an absolute instrument of the state. It is true that there are schools of higher learning, which were founded in 1870 as universities, but five years afterward the title was withdrawn, and they are now called "institutes." They are five in number and are located in Paris, Lille, Lyons, Toulouse and Angers. But the University of France is an entirely different organization. It is the official school. It is centralized in Paris and has under it a vast multitude of establishments, faculties, college and primary schools, distributed over the whole surface of the country. Directly or indirectly they all depend on the government. The university was established by Napoleon, and in spite of certain modifications which it has undergone during years it is the same today in its essential elements as the day he founded it. Just as he established the entire civil administration, with its prefects, subprefects, judges, ministers of finance, so he created in 1806 this vast educational organization, with its countless professors, who control the entire intellectual training of France.—America. RAILWAYS AND DOGS. Alike In One Respect In Sardinia, That Both Are Perils. Sardinia is an island of many perils. One of them, we gather from the experience of Mr. Crawford Flitch., the author of "Mediterranean Moods," is the railways. "The engine," he says, "is continually making frantic dashes for the scenery. On the line to Tortoll I made four journeys and had three accidents. On one occasion, after a car had been wrecked, the various employees gathered round the wreckage and spent the remainder of a sultry afternoon in bitterly disputing the proper apportionment of blame for the accident. As it was impossible to proceed that evening I spent the night at the railway station and enjoyed a comfort that I found nowhere else in the island." Another peril is the dogs, who do not hesitate to attack a stranger, even when he is walking peaceably upon the highroad. "The breed is particularly ferocious, and it is said that the peasants have a way of stimulating their ferocity by tying a bladder filled with blood to the neck of a dummy man and encouraging the animal to spring at the neck and tear open the bladder." A. Famous Paris Sign. Paris is a city of curious signboards, one of the most remarkable ones representing a tobaccoist's sign at 55 Rue du Chateau-d'Eau, which has been here ever since 1870. It is riddled with holes made by the bullets of the Prussians, and the occupant of the shop states that so far as he is aware it is the only public relic of the Franco-Prussian war in evidence in the streets of Paris today. "My sign," he added, "brings me plenty of customers. You have no idea, monsieur, of the number of English and American tourists who pass this way and drop into my place for a cigar or a box of matches merely in order to have a word with me about my bullet riddled ensigne. I wouldn't part with it for anything."—Wide World Magazine. Getting the Exact Spot. An emergency call from a policeman for a tape measure kept two women waiting in the dressmaker's parlor for five minutes. There were other tape measures there which the dressmaker might have used, but she was too busy pondering the circumstance that had suddenly converted her into an ally of the police department. Presently the policeman returned the tape. "What did you want it for?" she asked. "To help find the right place to shoot a horse with a broken leg," he said. "The vital spot is just three inches above that little swirl in his forehead where a dozen crowns seem to meet. I am not very good at guessing, so we thought it safest to find the exact spot with a tape measure." - New York Sun. Music of the Drum. All musical authorities have agreed that when used in a proper way the drum is thoroughly musical. The common snare or side drum is freely used in musical composition. A large number of drummers performing simultaneously out of doors produce good music. In this connection Berloz, the composer, pointed out that a sound that was insignificant when heard singly, such as the clink of one or two muskets at shoulder arms or the thud as the butt comes to the ground at ground arms, becomes brilliant and attractive if performed by a thousand men together. Grumpled Them. We observe that the man's fingers are all twisted and bent into the most uncouth shapes. "Poor fellow!" we say to our friend. "Evidently he is a victim of rheumatism." "No," our friend explains. "He is deaf and dumb and has been trying to talk Scotch dialect on his fingers."—Life. That which comes after ever conforms to that which has gone before.—Marcus Aurellus. DOCTORING A DIAMOND. Clever Trick That Makes a Yellow Stone Appear Clear Blue White and Perfect. "Let me show you a little trick that I would advise you not to put into practice," said a jewel fancier to a number of friends the other day. The conversation had turned to diamonds during the midday luncheon, and the expert had been holding forth on his favorite subject. The little group of St. Louisans were interested still more when the speaker drew a big solitaire from his finger and beckoned a waiter across the cafe. "Bring me a glass of water and an indelible pencil," said he when the servitor came over to the table. "This is a trick that is essentially crooked," said the jewel fancier, "and will get by nine times out of ten even when the examiner is an expert at judging precious stones and detecting trickery. It will make a yellow 'off color' diamond look like a stone of the very first water. Pawnbrokers innumerable have been fooled by this same trick, as it is extremely difficult to detect even with a powerful class." The expert took the pencil and allowed the indelible lead to dissolve in the glass of water. In a couple of minutes the water was as blue as indigo water. "Now watch," said the man who knew the lore of jewels. He took the ring and dropped it into the glass. Its brilliancy was dimmed by the hazy, bluish water until it looked like a dead stone. "Now, you noted," said the demonstrator, "that the diamond I placed in there was a bit yellow. It will be a clear bluish white when it comes out of its bath." At the end of a minute the stone was taken out. The top of the gem was dried with a soft handkerchief and then the ring was waved to and fro for a few moments. It was held up for inspection. Not a gleam of yellow was to be seen. The stone was apparently a magnificent blue white gem that any one would be proud to own and loathe to pledge. "It is the blue pigment deposited on the back of the stone, that has made the difference," said the jewel expert. "The deposit is so filmy that a strong glass cannot detect it. You cannot see it from the rear of the mounting and only a path of alcohol will remove it. It will stay on the gem for weeks if it is not removed in that way. It used to be a favorite trick of many folks who now and again had to put a diamond into the hands of a pawnbroker. "The trick is called 'doctoring a stone,' but, as I said in the beginning, I would not advise you to try it. I don't know what the law on such matters is in Missouri, but there are states where a person convicted of such an offense would serve a long penitentiary term for his clewergess."—St. Louis Republic. How Artificial Furs Are Made The raw pieces of pelt are frozen and the skin carefully shaved off, thawed and sent to the tanneries to be made into leather. The frozen fur which remains is allowed to thaw slightly at the bottom, so that a small part of the hair is freed from ice. This thawed portion is then covered with a solution of rubber, which is allowed to set. The result is that large seamless pieces of fur are obtained much cheaper than those which come with the natural skin. These same artificial furs are sold to be more lasting than the real, because they are immune from the attacks of moths.—Paris Nature. Values. We have just got the market price of wives doped out, not to a penny, but close enough. The research work came to an end when we put the subject of marriage up to a prominent bachelor. "I wouldn't give 50 cents for a wife," he asserted. "But," we asked, "you'd give a counterfeit half dollar for a better half, wouldn't you?" He acknowledged that he would. So, you see, were getting right down to cases—New York Journal. The Point of View "I suppose your clerks are all Republicans?" "No," said the merchant. "I hire the best men, irrespective of their politics." "What a queer way to run a business!" commented the politician—Louisville Courier-Journal. Only a Decov. "I think she will make a very domestic wife. I have been calling on her for several months now and always find her darning one of her father's socks." "But have you noticed that it is always the same old sock?"—Louisville Courier-Journal. High Finance. "Why do you keep asking people for change for a dollar and then asking other people to give you a dollar for your change?" "Well, somebody may make a mistake in change some time. And, believe me, it won't be me!"—New York Journal. Wonderful Kindness Hatteras—Is Ghivers good pay? Hanchett—Good pay? Why, once, when his assets were twice as much as his liabilities, he went into bankruptcy so his creditors would get 200 cents on the dollar.—Puck. So much is a man worth as he emtems himself.—Ilabelais. ODORS AND MOISTURE. A Scheme That Enabled the Commandant of a Military School to Detect Odor of Smoke. "The most striking fact connected with my school career," said the prep school graduate, "was a peculiar ability on the part of our commandant to detect the faintest odor of smoke in a room on his daily inspection. The school I attended was of the military variety, and smoking was a rather serious offense. No matter how much a room had been alred or fanned with wet towels previous to the inspection, the offender was always caught. "After I had received my finishing touches and become a citizen I made so bold as to inquire from what peculiar dispensation of providence the ability was given to detect one molecule of smoke in a hundred cubic feet of pure air. The old boy smiled and, binding me to secrecy, imparted the reason of his wonderful ability. Then he took me to a boy's vacated room and told me to wet my finger and rub my nostrils with it and sniff. Lo and behold, where before there seemed no taint in the atmosphere was now detected that smell of old tobacco smokel. Since then I have taught school myself and have used the trick occasionally, entirely for experimental purposes, however. "I have also sought the scientific explanation, but with little success. It may, however, be somewhat analogous to the process of tasting. You know, it is impossible to taste anything that is not dissolved in water or is not a liquid itself. So the moisture on the nostrils must carry the small particles of smoke in a more or less damp state to the olfactory nerve ends and thus make the smell more apparent. At least this is the only explanation I have ever found for the phenomenon. "The same thing can also be used for detecting other odors, and I have found it useful on a number of occasions for this purpose, both in analytical chemistry, when only a small particle of a certain material is available for analysis, and in detecting faint perfume from flowers that are ordinarily quite odorless."—Chicago Record-Herald. COUNTING HEADS. The First Census Was Taken by Moses In the Wilderness. There is a record of a census in China as far back as the year 2042 B. C. and of one in Japan in the last century before Christ. Under the constitution of Solon the citizens of Athens were divided and registered in four classes, according to the amount of their taxable property or income. The Roman census was burdened with more statistics than any of these, however. It had its origin under Servius Tullius, sixth king of Rome, and was an affair of much solemnity. Every citizen had to appear upon the Campus Martius and declare upon oath his name and dwelling and the value of his property under the penalty of having his goods confiscated. The most ancient statistical record of a census is found in the Bible. The census was taken by Moses in the wilderness, and, as shown by the first chapter of Numbers, the enumeration must have been very simple. "Take ye," says this account, "the sum of all the congregations of the children of Israel, after their families, by the house of their fathers, with the number of their names, every male by their polls; from twenty years old and upward, all that are able to go forth to war in Israel; thou and Aaron shall number them by their armies." This census was an affair that must have been soon over, lasting no longer than one day, being merely a counting of the heads of the fighting men. The women and children and cripples and the old men were not included; "neither were the Levites numbered among them." Those who did stand up to be numbered totaled 603,550.—New York World. His Bad Break: "Why on earth do you come to me to borrow money, Billups?" said Harkaway peevishly. "Why don't you go to Jorrocks? He's the prosperous looking member of our set." "That's just it, Harkaway," said Billups. "Jorrocks looks so very prosperous that I am quite sure he spends every penny he makes, but you, old man—why, you dress like a man who saves his money." P. S.—He didn't get it—Harper's Weekly. It Was His Own. Shirley Brooks, the famous Punch editor, once met Charles Salamar, the composer. On being introduced to Shirley the composer said: "I had often and often seen your face, Mr. Brooks, but I never knew to whom it belonged." "Oh," replied Brooks quickly, "it always belonged to me." Stronger Than Sympathy. "I am glad to see, anyhow, that you sympathize with the under dog in this barbarous fight." "Sympathize with 'im? Gosh, mister, all the money I've got is up on that dawg!"—Chicago Record-Herald. Superlative. Smith (to member of vested choir)— I hear you've got a new tenor in the choir. What kind of a voice has he— good? Jones—Good? I should say sol It's so good none of the other tenors will speak to him—Life. A Fine Voice. Smith—Your wife has a fine voice. Jones—Yes, one of the best in the world; otherwise it would have been worn out several years ago. W.B. Reduso CORSETS W. B. Nuform and Erect Form Consets—in feet models, for all figures, $1.00 upwards to Sold at all stores, everywhere WEINGARTEN BROS., Makers, 34th St. at Broad BLOCK GAS MASTERS MOST BRILLIANT 10¢ AND STRONG 15¢25¢ END YOUR MANTLE TIME If you light with Gas, Gasoline or Kerosene you use Block Mantles. Buy Mantles by name. Go to say firmly, "I want Block Mantles." Dealers will THE BLOCK LIGHT CO. :: :: YOUNG makers of THE INNERLINES AND VY-TAL-T For sale by Golde berg Department Store, W. I. Small Northwest Northwest Corner of Eleventh and Boulevard BLOCK GAS MANTLES MOST BRILLIANT 10¢ AND STRONG 15¢25¢ FOR GAS, GASOLINE AND KEROSENE END YOUR MANTLE TROUBLES If you light with Gas, Gasoline or Kerosene you will eventually use Block Mantles. Buy Mantles by name. Go to your dealer and say firmly, "I want Block Mantles." Dealers write for catalog to THE BLOCK LIGHT CO. :: :: YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO makers of THE BLOCK INNERLINES AND VY-TAL-TY MANTLES For sale by Golde berg Department Store, W. T. G. L. I. Small Northwest Cafe Northwest Corner of Eleventh and You Strəets Boulevard STRICTLY FIRST-CLASS VISITORS TO THE CITY SHOULD TAKE THE CAR AT THE UNION STATION AND GET OUT AT THE DOOR OF THE CAFE The Place for First Class Service and the Place to Find all Washing Polite and accommodating waiters—Everything the market afford Fish and Game in Season First class breakfast, lunch and dinner. Balls, parties, receptions and private dinners served in the large and commodious aiming rooms up and downstairs BRING YOUR FAMILY AND TRY OUR SPECIALS VISITORS TO. THE CITY SHOULD TAKE THE CAR AT THE UNION STATION AND GET OUT AT, THE DOOR OF THE CAFE The Place for First Class Service and the Place to Find all Washington Polite and accommodating waiters—Everything the market affords Fish and Game in Season First class breakfast, lunch and dinner. Balls, parties, receptions and private dinners served in the large and commodious aining rooms up and downstairs* BRING YOUR FAMILY AND TRY OUR SPECIALS W. W. MARTIN, Proprietor BEAUTIFUL HAIR Is not a accident. Care and attention are necessary. THE TWENTIETH CENTURY HAIR FOOD IS WHAT YOU NEED TO STIMULATE GROWTH ERADICATE DANDRUFF,CLEANSE THE SCALP AND MAKE THE HAIR STRAIGHT,SOFT & SILKY Get a bottle today from your Druggist and note the improvement. Trial size 10c, on sale at all Drug Stores. THE Best Hose for the entire family, Men, Women and Children, can always be found in the "Onyx" Brand. FOR Quality, Style and Wear, get a pair of "Onyx" Hose in Cotton, Lisle, Silk Lisle or Pure Silk, from 25c. to $5.00 per pair—none genuine without trade-mark stamped on every pair. Sold by all dealers. THE W. B. Reduso Corset brings well-developed figures into graceful, slender lines. It reduces the hips and abdomen from one to five inches. Simple in construction, the Reduso—unhampered by straps or cumbersome attachments of any sort, transforms the figure completely. Fabrics are staunch woven, durable materials, designed to meet the demand of strain and long wear. There are several styles to suit the requirements of all stout figures. Style 770 (as pictured) medium high bust, long over hips and abdomen. Made of durable coutil or batiste, with lace and ribbon trimming. Three paint hose supporters. Sizes 19 to 36. Price $3.00. Other REDUSO models $3.00 per pair upwards to $10.00. s ul, ips nes. so quire- a ~ eer Sen NE ee ik ae en = \ i" od : DEEP SEA DIVERS, Death Always Hovers Round Them While They Toil. PERILS THEY HAVE TO FACE. ‘The Awful Pressure of Water and Air ‘That May Bury or Burst Theom—Tho Helmet Telephone a Wonderful Aid In Work and In Times of Danger. ab a8 Surprising to°learn Dow a tres there are for divers. The navy. | et course, employs many to set sub-| marine mines and torpedoes and to at: | tend to investigations of the condition | of ships’ bottoms. Bridge construction companies use them, 2s do those who bald dams, waterworks and reser- voirs. Waterworks in large citles keep a diver on their staff constantly. ‘Wrecking companies need their serv- Sees, and the profession of underriver tenneling makes many demands on the the and skill of the man in armor. | Bince Smeaton in 1779 desigded a' pomp to supply alr to the diving bell} Utele real Improvement in the art has | deen made, save in detail of helmet and clothes, until the Invention of the telephone. The greatest advance ever made in the art, divers will tell you, 1s the combination of the telephone with the diring sult. Before its advent div-, es had to depend entirely upon pulls: on the Ife line for communication ‘with the surface and upon signs to each other when under water if two wished to communicate. Today the modern diving helmet is equipped with 2 telephone, and the diver can not only hear what {s safd to him from the sur- face, advise those in charge of his pump as to whether the nir is “‘com- tug right” or not, but he can communt- eate to a brother diver and hear the {ostructions rent to him from the sur- face, alt of which facilities are of great assistance in the work. * At first thought it may not seem so Qiicult a thing, this going down under water and breathing air sent in from a pump by a tube, But the physical @rawbacks to the ‘work are enormous. For every ten feet a diver descends he sustains an additional pressure of four and a half pounds over every square iach of his body. What this means may be better understood when con- sidering the greatest depth ever made by a diver—204 feet. His body at that Gepth sustained a pressure of elghty- ¢ight and a half pounds to the square finch over and above the fifteen pounds always sustained when in the air, Divers must descend very slowly, swallowing as they go; otherwise they may bleed at the nose and cars and even lose consciousness, And they must ascend even more slowly than they descend, particularly when com- ing from great depths; otherwise they may literally burst from internal alr pressure. At the least, too sudden a rise may cause an attack of that ter- rible disease known to tunnel workers called caisson disease, or the bends, in which air fets into the tissues under presatre and causes extrethe torture.. ‘The diver, getting ready to descend clothes bimself in very heavy under Wear of guernsey or flannel, the draw: ers well secured to prevent slipping and adds a pair of heavy woolen socks If the water be cold two such suit: may be worn. If the depth to be ne rotated {s great cotton soaked with off fs put int the ears or a heavy wooler cap pulled down over them. Shouldel pads, if worn to take the weight of the helmet, are next tled on, aftet which the diver wriggles into bis heaty sult of rubber and canvas. Nex! come the inner collar aud the breast plate, which sre secured with clamp: to the rubber dress, the utmost car being taken in this operation not t tear or pinch the-rubber.. Finally th shoes are fitted on and the rubbei gioves clamped to rings in the sleeves. ‘The helmet is the last to zo on, an never before the valves and telephon have been tested. The attendants star to pump as the helmet Is clampei home. The helmet {s attached to th pump with « rubber tube, which £ canvas and wire protected, No dive descends, after the helmet ts put on ‘until he has tested the outfit and foun that his air supply fs sufficient an the pump working properly. ‘He is supplied with a life line, wit! which he can signal should his tel phone get out of order and by whic be may be drawn to the surface shoul he become liclpless for any reason, H must take freat care when walkin bout on the bottom not to foul hi Bife line or his air tube and for thi Beason must always retrace his step exsctly to bis starting point if he ha gene into a wreck or about any ol structions, For the same reason tw divers working together must be car [sat not to cross cach other's path. Y Sometimes the Ife Ine may becom wo entangled in wreckage that It mu: De cut, and then there 1s danger of th diver net finding his way back to h dost or float, especially if the botto: is muddy and fouls the “seeing.” Bt the greatest danzer of all, of course, : that the tube be cut or the diver fal In either case he 1s in desperat straits. If the man handling the I! Ine “feels” anything wrong he wi haul the diver up willy ollly andr PRESENCE OF MIND, May Mal:e Heroes of Physical Cowards In Time of Danger. NOT A MATTER OF COURAGE. It Is the Sudden Impulse That Moves - One to Do the Right Thing In an Un- | expected Emergency—A Soldier and | a Shell and a Man and a Murder. iaean Cuenta of acl aah bene between presence of mind and cour- fage. Persons who naturally are timid | Jand nervous will in circumstances of great danger and excitement perform acts of heroism that would be beyond thelr powers on ordinary occasions. We speak of these as instances of presence of mind. But if you ask them they would tell you that an in- voluntary impulse rather than any premeditated course of action guided thelr will on the occasion. Had they |time for reflection when all the threat- ‘ening danger to themselves had be- jcome clear to their minds their nat- (ural timidity of character would have ‘asserted itself and deprived them of action. It 1s absence of fear that prompts the soldier under a heavy fire from the enemy's guns to go to the assist- ance of a wounded comrade and bring him to a place of safety, and nothing tn human nature can compare with such self sacrifice. But in times of sudden ezergency It is not always the bravest who get with promptitude. The following story {s an instance of this: One of our transports was returning from the Philippines with invalided men, and one morning at sea a group of officers on the deck discussed the subject of firing shells, A soldier was told by the colonel to bring an empty shell with a fuse. The colonel took the shell in his hands and, striking a match, Nghtdd the fuse. As this slow- ty burned and the colonel proceedet with his address to the other officers another soldier passed the group, and the moment he caught slght of the thell be rushed forward, exclaiming, “Look out, sir; the shell {s a live one!” ‘Then he did what never seemed to have come Into the minds of any in the group of officers. He seized the shell out of the hands of the colonel and {threw it into the sea. For this service ‘|be was promoted. The soldier who '|had been told to bring an empty shell Jhad gone to the wrong magazine. '| Those who talked with the man touch- tng this incident say that he repudi- [ae any idea of having done 2 brave thing. “I don't know,” he sald, “what 'Vmade me seize the shell out of the ‘Jeolonel's band, but it came suddenly || into my mind, and I did it.” It is this {wave of unconscious thought which "| sonstitutes true presence of mind. This ‘| will come to people of nervous and ‘leven cowardly natures. | There ts of authentic record the case :{ of a man known to be utterly deficient | of courage who saved himself from a ‘tvery awkward situation by an exbibl Uon of real presence of mind, He wa: -}ab Englishman and Mved in a town fr “the midland . « here he was an organ list. Late om» - ning he was returning ,|home throuzh sone of the back streets -|which at that hour were more or les: s|empty of people. As he went along -|bowever. he noticed some distanc 1Jabead of him a man and a womat 1) walking side by side, the man’s arm r}being around the woman's neck. Jus‘ t/cnder a street lamp the couple stop t\ped for a moment, when the organis ; {heard a plercing scream-and saw th t|woman slowly falling from the man’: -|arms. Almost before she had reachet s|the ground the man darted awa; e| down a side street and disappeared. o' When the organist came up to th e|wroman he found, to his horror, tha 5} she was lying in a pool of blood. Hi: first Impulse was to run away and ge 1| clear of the terrible scene, but bis bet e|ter feelinzs prevailed, and he knel t!down beside the poor woman to see | J}be could do ansthing for her. Wher g|be raised her head he found she wa s|quite dead, with her throat cut fron rjear to ear. Beside her on the pave 1. | ment lay n blood stained razor, d| ‘The organist was overwhelmed wit d|horror. Before he could collect him self a group of people had gathered h}and presently he heard expression ~Jeuch as “He did it,” “I tell you I sax h | him,” “There is the razor,” “The fiend a@| Where are the police?” “Hand hir ejovers’ It was certainly a very awk g | ward position, as the rough characte is}of the people might tempt them t is | take the law into their own hands an 3 |use him very badly. The arrival of 8 | policeman seemed to steady his nerve p-|for a moment, and then came a wat 0 | of inspiration that might traly be cal e-|ed presence of mind. He selzed th dead woman's wrist and, pulling ot e} his watch, went through the ferm ¢ st | feeling her- pulse. Then he put hi e|band over ber heart and, turning t is|the policeman, said as calmly as b m|could: “I am sorry to say that I ca at|be of no further service here. Th ts| poor woman {s quite dead. ‘There | t.| no action in the heart or the pulse.” te| In an instant the murmurs of th fe|crowd changed. and he heard “He iit} the doctor” on all sides, This was b e-\opportunity, and, slowly rising ar The American Home Life Insurance | . + FIFTH GSTREETS,N.W. WASHINGTON, D.C. : | “| Lo = * acd . ’ we. ae \ , z 5 Note Ieee LAY vy ae 8 , PA ice ede i. » “od eee tn oe a Wee geteren es + me | le fel peor ange <a ~ Gees pb ees Ne SR ee : ij ; it Ae LH Ue ceca’ Saige aerate mh ae ne eee TT Pie (oe) 5S ee oe i ee eae Carre na re : pe a 4 Fe . ea Rats ee Ee ieeaank Pot et a eee | of f8 Ee per as ar Rae ne ae i a ee ees abs - a =>. |. ee : [mm Pee eae Te CAPITAL and ASSETS over $50,000.00 THE AMERICAN HOME LIFE INSURANCE CO, is a real home company, organized and incorporated under the laws of the ‘District of Columbia, and has been doing a life, health, and accident insurance business in Washington for nearly twenty years. THE AMERICAN HOME LIFE INSURANCE CO..has paid over 7,000 claims to its policy holders, amounting to over $250.000.00. ._ THE AMERICAN HOME LIFE INSURANCE CO. owns the largest building owned by any insurance company in Washington, D. C., and is one of the first companies to comply with the new insurance law. THE AMERICAN HOME LIFE INSURANCE CO.vissues Policies in FULL BENEFITS and INCONTESTABLE from date of issue, and payable ONE HOUR AFTER DEATH. a 4 : poo nn vinden an se eo oO” 6 CBS i ee, See we OS ne Ree ete . EEN. ve a Ee 2 ee Pe . a . 4 wo ab ie oP ey cena ES Ga 1 ae ay if 3 open Ne “ORS Sewer et Pr ps ae - Pe ereehe OR ey 2a nee ee Ruy) PF AARON 8 Gopritied OLS mo eee ee ee 3 HOP IBIES: © Tee FOR eal eS re er Bee Hime oe geo USS EAS UE Bee aeons a i | eh a GRAM . TIREESS Seer e or ae mee Gee. er Th 77 aS ween Reeeeree kee ; ae ett ie ; ee peak : ay ot ae Beale i 5B i ee ae te oe ee a. cena | ll THE LEXINGTON HOTEL A Great Colored Hotel at Last The colored Americans are to have an up-to-date first-class hotel with every modern convenience with bitf- fet, barbershop, kitchen, billiard par- lors, office, lobbs and waiting‘ room, automobile to Gonvey> guests to and from the Union, Station, etc. ‘A Long Felt Want Fulfiled. Nathaniel Ruffin, a well known cit- izen is sole manager. - Ever since the foundation of- this government the colored citizens of this city have been in need of a first class hotel where families and guests from other cities may go with im- punity and with reservation. Thou- sands of the best and well known colored people have visited this city and do visit it now, but they have no place of diginity to go with their fam- ilies and feel at home. Dr. Booker T. Washington, about a year ago made a special plea to the Negro Business League of this city to sce to it that a hotel be erected, for the accommodation of the colored people: that when he, Dr. Washington, comes to the city he is compelled to go to some private home. ‘The Lexington Hotel. has been erected at the southwest corner of twenty-first and L streets, northwest. It is a beautiful three story edifice to contain every modern convenience and accommodation. for puest.. THE LEXINGTON HOTEL. ‘The Front Entrance Will be on L St. The entrance to the Rathskeller will be on L street or main entrance lead- ing to the basement. The Rathskeller will be fitted up equal to any in the United States. the L street entrance. . ‘ The Buffet Cannot be Surpassed. The dining-room which will be large and commodious with a seating ca- pacity for one: hundred and. fiftv "guests. The barber shop, will be managed by a first class tonsorial artist with every modern convenience The. bil- liard parlors, office. lobby and waiting room will be unsurpassed. The wait- ing parlor will be on the first floor. han'somely furnished. ‘There “Will_be Thirty-Eight Large Airy Bed Rooms and Nine Baths. There will be at least two private bath rooms connected with the suite of rooms on the second and third floors. The Lexington Will be Conducted or ‘the Basis of Any’ Up To Date ‘First Class Hotel. The banquet hall which is so much needed in this city for the accom: modation of first class visitors and patrons will be one of the features of this hotel. The automobile will run to and from the Union Station to the hotel for the accomodation of the guests. This has been just what the city has needed for a long time for the Colored Americans, who visi here. Whenever a person intends tc visit the city, a card to the manage! of the hotel will be promptly re sponded to, and the guest or guests be driven immediately to the hotel in the hotel's automobile which will meet any train that comes into the Union Station or Steamboat wharf. The erection of this hotel in the citysof magnificent distances will be an honor as well as a benefit to the colored people. Almost any city in the South has a first class hotel and the people "in Washington have deter- mined riot to be behind in meeting the demands of strangers and visitors. Capital Stock. ‘The company is incorporated with a capital stock of fifty thousand dol- lars, of this amount the company has decided to sell fifteen thousand dol- lars of it. A greater opportunity has never been offered the people of this city, who are enterprising and wish a good investment. The Sole Manager. is Mr. Nathaniel Ruffin, 2 well known citizen of Washington, who is known to the president of the United States, to the cabinet officers anu other pub- lic men of character and influence. He needs no introduc«on to thé peo- ple, because he is prominently con- nected with some of the best, strong- est, and leading organizations in the city. For honesty and integrity and influence among hig people no better ‘man could have been selected for the position of manager. The country is asked to keep its eyes on The Bee for advertisement and full particulars, of the opening of this new up-to-date hotel and for other particulars ad. dress Nathaniel Ruffin, manager, the Lexington Hotel, 21st and L street, N. W., Washi.gton, b. : FRANK HUME, INC. Importer and Wholesale Dealer in GROCERIES AND LIQUORS. , 454 Pennsylvania Avenue, “ Washington, D. C. d-16-3t —_______ Telephone, Main 3148. ! ELGIN+ CREAMERY CO. 3 HEADQUARTERS FOR - Butter, Eggs, Cheese, Coffee and Tea. = 220 Ninth Street N. W. Wastington, D.C. d-16-3t ‘ Phone North 3229-M. _ . Private Dining Rooms. CHEAPER BOARD THAN ANY HOUSE IN THE CITY FOR THE MONEY. CAFE REEVES | For Ladies and Gentlemen. 626 T 'Streer Norriuwest, 2nd Dood from Howard Theater. | Residence, 635 T St, N. W. Washington, D.C. d-16-1m . eT A. B. TERRETT, WHOLESALER AND RETAILER OF Fancy Groceries, Provisions % and Vegetables. 7 7 4 | Telephune, Main 388; i} 950 Louisiana Ave. N. “d-t6-1t + - , : PRICE LIST FOR CITY DELIVERY. M. J. COLLINS Family Liquor Store. “+ “Wholesale and ~ Retail. - 1435 H Street N. E. Washington, D. C. Teiephone Lincoln 2760. c. S. FAUNCE, : 454 New Yorx Ave, N. W. WOOD, COAL, ANDICE. EMANCIPATION CELEBRATION. Senator Root last week reported out a bill, from the Senate Committee on Industrial Expositions, providing for the celebrating of the semi-centennial of the promulgation of the Emancipation Proclamation. The bill was introduced last session by Senator Bradley, of Kentucky, upon the request of certain Negroes. The Negroes who were present at the hearing before the committee were R.R. Wright, of Georgia, and R.R. Wright, of Philadelphia, father and son, Prof. DuBois, now of New York, and Rev. I. N. Ross, of this city. We do not object to a Negro industrial exposition to show the wonderful progress of our race, but we do object to this continual recalling of the fact that the race was once an enslaved race. Why connect the Emancipation Proclamation with this exposition? Why emphasize the fact that we were once slaves? That we were once slaves, when the fact is kept alive, does us no good, but on the contrary constitutes a retardence, and especially so since the creeping into our government of a cast prejudice which is even more hurtful to the Negro than race prejudice. All these emancipation celebrations ought to be, in the interest of progress, relegated to the past. Had this race of ours, by the force of its own members, and by the prowess at arms of its own men, destroyed slavery and secured freedom, after the race or members of it, had instituted an armed rebellion against it, there might be some reason in celebrating our emancipation from slavery. It is no pleasant, or inspiring reminder to recall that we, or our forebears, were slaves. While progressing, as we are, and have been, and will continue, it ought to be a part of our progress to forget that the race was once a slave race, and to help make the whites forget the fact. Let us keep alive the spirit of progress, but let us forget the retarding fact that we, our race, were once slaves. The Negroes ask for no industrial exposition to celebrate slavery. And most emancipation celebrations are simply planned for graft. AN APPEAL TO TAFT. President Taft is prevented, by the sovereignty of the States, from evoking federal power to prevent lynchings, or to punish the lynchers after they have done the bidding of their passion for blood. But President Taft can speak out against the horrible, uncivilized renunciation of law that each year sends scores of Negroes, American-born Negroes, to an intimately death. The voice of the President raised against the crime may not stop the practice, but it can be, and will be, a potent factor in arousing public sentiment against the criminal practice he denounces. In 1911, the year now less than two months gone, sixty-four members of our race were brutally and horribly lynched. Not primarily because of crime alleged, and not proven, to have been committed, but because, forsooth, their skins were black. The year 1912 is scarce two months old, and yet twelve Negroes have been made victims of the mob's vengeance, and without trial or jury, without law or reason foully murdered. Not even are our women-immunes from Southern mobs. Not content with debauching our women against their will, in the South, white brutes, of below the Mason and Dixon line, who appropriate for themselves the term chivalry, and who guard with boasted pride the virtue of their own women, lynched a Negro woman in Georgia because her refusal to submit to a lecherous white brute precipitated his taking off by Negroes, who would defend the virtue of their women as do the white defend theirs. Georgia alone, in the two months of this year, has lynched eight members of our race. How long will Negroes, heeding the Biblical injunction to turn the leit cheek when smote on the right, submit to the rule of the mob tamely and without retaliation? Some day, goaded to a justifiable frenzy, resolved that wholesale death is preferable to relentless, bloody persecution, God-fearing, man-loving Negroes in the South will cry out "an eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth," and then will follow an awful riot of blood, an unspeakable reign of carnage, and the dead of countless blacks and whites will be the sequel of the reign of lynch law. We pray that day may never come. We trust, with all the sincerity of a Christian people, a popular moral sentiment, and justice, will interpose to prevent such a dire calamity. And to awaken and quicken such an interposition we hope President Taft will soon speak out, in no uncertain tones, against the awful crime of lynching. NEXT! Some men are like rats; they become so bold that they lose all fear until they', like the rat and mouse, are caught in a trap. The Bee has been extremely kind and considerate to its enemies; so kind and considerate it has been, until it permitted its traducers to go along without thought of consideration. Many of The Bee's traducers came to the conclusion that they could do and say what they pleased without molestation. There are times in one's life that he must rise and defend himself against unwarrantable assaults and slander. The people of this city are aware that every once and awhile some ambitious youth takes it into his head to start a newspaper. He imagines that he knows more about newspapers than the men who run them. They all start out in their editorial bow with this kind of an introduction: "We launch ourselves into the journalistic arena to fill a long felt want." It is not very long before they are convinced that they want some more. The Bee has been very charitable and lenient. So much so, that spiders have become bold and mice, have defied weasels. Many of them come to an untimely end, and as one of the sun-downs said in a minute's talk a few Sundays ago, when permission was given him to say something, although his name was not on the program, to wit: "It is not how long a person lives, but what he has done during his life's existence." How poetic are these remarks. The short deeds of this editor in his thrusts at The Bee, put him as well as his paper out of commission, and with the thought that will always be fresh in his memory, requiescat in pace. JOHNSON AND HITCHCOCK. The Hon. Henry Lincoln Johnson, according to the Atlanta newspapers, has been criticising Postmaster General Hitchcock in strong language. And incidentally, Mr. Johnson was made permanent chairman of Georgia's State convention, and elected one of the big four delegates to the national convention. Fact is, Mr. Johnson helped mightily to capture Georgia's delegates for Taft. He simply cleaned up down in the cracker State. He has not been camping down in Georgia just for his health, the past month. He has been capturing delegates for Taft. Wonder what Oliver Randolph has to say about Lincoln Johnson criticising Hitchcock. To be consistent he will have to resuscitate his American and write an editorial roasting Mr. Johnson. Will he do it? The Bee answers no for him. He dare not do it. The Bee congratulates Mr. Johnson on his success in corralling the Georgia delegates for Taft. WHAT DOES IT MEAN? Many colored men have accepted the establishment of the Taft headquarters in the Raleigh Hotel to mean that their presence is not wanted. While it is known that the Raleigh, and several other hotels in this city regard the presence of a Negro nearly as bad as the small-pox, yet men of our race should not hesitate to go to the headquarters. Protest to Chairman McKinlay, and even to the President himself, if you are not given a man's rights when you attempt to visit the Taft headquarters. GOT THE HOOK. Every Negro ought to feel happy that Judge Hook failed of appointment to the Supreme Court. President Taft, in effect, has proclaimed his opposition to court decisions upholding jim-crow car laws by his refusal to appoint Judge Hook. The Bee voices the sentiment of every Negro in the land when it commends President Taft for his refusal to place another judge upon the Supreme Court who is opposed to human rights. And every Negro who protested against Hook's appointment is to be commended as a royal race man. The race has received nothing but rebuffs from the United States Supreme Court since its formation, and it is hoped that it will never again be a court whose judges are inimical to human rights, and our race. THE COLIC. The Weakly Sun-down, after a severe attack of wind colic, which caused it to deny its identity to the Civil Service Commission, could not be identified last week when it was seen on a few of the news stands. These amateurs in journalism are now convinced that The Bee continues at the same old stand. Great editors will not deny their citizenship, even under fire. WILL CALL IIIM BLESSED If President Taft would only follow his refusal to appoint Judge Hook to the Supreme Court Bench with an abandonment of that disappointing Southern policy which has, thus far, shut the door-of hope in the face of Negroes in the South he would cause the race to rise up and call him blessed. The race demands a withdrawal of the "Southern policy." THE LEADERS. The Chase-Bradshaw ticket had the endorsement of the most respectable physicians, lawyers, preachers and laymen in the city. This ticket did not glebauch voters, and neither were voters purchased. Where's The American? Keep your weather eye open. T. R. is not a candidate, will not be a candidate, the bureaus in his interest are mere diversions. Yes? No? Judge Terrell captured New York by his Lincoln Day address. The Judge can, when he will, and will, when he can. Stick a pin there. Our esteemed Henry Lincoln Johnson is still in the wiles of Georgia lassoing delegates. We hope he will anchor each one he captures, or otherwise they might slip their moorings. The Washington American, weary with life, suspended. The Bee has held obsequies over many a previous newspaper pretender. Only a few weeks ago The Bee chronicled the demise of The National Union, another "come-to-fill-a-long-felt-want" infant. The Worker. This is a neat four page paper, edited and published at Lincoln Heights by Miss Nannie H. Burroughs. The Bee welcomes its infant neighbor, and hopes that it will live to fill its mission. Rev. Talbert. Rev. Horace Talbert, secretary of Wilberforce University, Wilberforce, Ohio, was in the city last week. He attended divine services at the 19th Street Baptist Church; and occupied a seat in the pulpit and offered prayer. While in the city he was the guest of his sister-in-law Mrs. Gusie Tignor. At the 19th Street Baptist Church. There was a large crowd at the 19th Street Baptist Church last Sabbath to listen to an eloquent sermon by Rev. Walter H. Brooks. It was one of the most interesting sermons that has ever been delivered by this divine. Bethel Literary Announcement. Mr. L. M. Hershaw will address Bethel Literary next Tuesday night, the twenty-seventh instant, on the subject: "A book, and social evolution, a review of a book of the season." Chicago Escort. Arrangements are being made to organize a Tait-Chase escort club to Chicago in June. The first meeting will be held next week, at 1132 21st Street Northwest. Tuskegee Conference The Collecke of Bishops of the C. M. E. Church has arranged to send seven representatives—one from each diocese—to attend the International Conference on the Negro, to be held at Tuskegee Institute April 17th, 18th and 19th. If you want to know how The Bee sells and meet all the people in the town, don't fail to visit DUE DROP IN, on the boulevard, J. S. Jones, 1020 You Street Northwest. The Bee is always on sale there Public Men And Things Public Men And Things (By the Sage of the Potomac.) Although I get around pretty generally, I didn't hear until Wednesday of this week that The Washington American had turned up its toes to the daisies. That just either shows its presence and going made little impression, or the people hadn't noticed it. Of course I know Chase never kept his kindness for the two editors who ran it in the warm oven of affection, but somehow I like the two amateurs. The trouble with the boys was some one doped it out wrong to them, and then when they went, blindfolded, to execution, just like the royalists went to their doom during the French commune, the doesters couldn't hand them a rain check. The boys are a bit wiser, if they are a bit out of money, and the time spent "running a paper for the people" has made them long on experience, if it did make them short on the "spindolix". I've been around Washington long enough to see many a noble would-be knight of the quill enter the list declaring that he was going to right the wrongs of the race, put Chase and his weekly stinger on the toboggan, and make a place for himself in history. And yet, when the smoke of the first encounter has been swept away, I have discovered that ye noble would-be knight of the quill has folded his tent, and, like the arab of the desert, silently stole away, leaving William Calvin Delegate Chase hot with anger because they didn't longer him with amusement longer. Only a few weeks ago, Richard Wordy Thompson, national correspondent, national party arranger, national superintendent of colored men's destinies, and so on libumtum was doing stunts on a certain weakly weekly colored newspaper, and avowing he was going to hit 'em up all down the line, and put the kabosh on this and that fellow, and save the race, the party and the nation, and incidentally dump Chase in the ash heap of oblivion, when all of a sudden, presto change, Richard Wordy Thompson was mournfully musing to himself, "sans wine, sans song, sans singer, 'sans end,' for his organ was in an never-ending sleep. Now this all reminds me that conducting a colored newspaper on the beautiful banks of the classic Potomac is not fried chicken affair, and William Calvin Delegate Chase seems about the only bit of mahogany human furniture that can really stand the climate without contracting newspaper parallels. Who'll be the next innocent victim? * . I was in a bunch of Masons the other evening and they fell to discussing "three initials" Murray, who dopes out thread-hare fiction to the Boston Guardian. It seems the brothers of the square and compass were just a bit ruffled because "three initials" Murray persisted in trying to make it appear that Dr. Washington was only near-popular, in spite of the fact that three thousand people were unable to get in to hear him at the recent Masonic meeting. Some of the brethren said something about Murray that if he had heard them he might had his hearing restored. The fact is there isn't no use loosening sleep over the old "three initials." He would not write facts, when Booker T. name must appear, if you gave him the Roosevelt word rate—dollar a word—and he is just so seized with the grouches that he can't see any good in any one, saint or sinner, who has a kind word for the Tuskegeean. If it were not for his senseless criticism, his home-manufactured lie about Booker T. and Booker's friends, Freeman H. M. Murray would be fairly popular. As it everybody regards him as a wart that is removed or later will have to be removed by a surgical operation I sort of sympathetic with the bushy-haired Alexander though, for the reason that every fellow whose ear drums are not working on a second schedule gets the idea that everybody is knocking him, and as a result he gets cross-grained and becomes a constitutional knocker. Whenever I read any of old three initials' dope I always recall that nursery rhyme: "Oh how one ugly trick has spoiled the sweetest and the best! Matilda, though a pleaant child, one grievous fault possessed, which, like a cloud before the skies, hid all her better qualities." Freeman's propensity to knock hide his better qualities. He ought to get next to himself. As "Mister Henecey" says, "this he a daum poor would for the fool who is always peeked in around fer trouble, and toiring himself out wid carrying a hammer around." And then O'Toole responded. "Dade yer right Henecey, but mind ye, a day comes, begorra, when they muzzle ivory dog suspected of having hydrophobia, or whatever ye calls the daum fool who tries to form a hammer thrust." If ever they hang out a grand prize to the fellow who makes, the fastest time over the pacifying track up in Paradise, all the entries will have to go some to heat out Kelly Miller. Kelly is really unhappy unless he's got a job of patching up some differences. I sow it's commendable, but I've found it a mighty unprofitable enterprise Right fresh from a hot race to get the three colored members of the "hoad of edicashun" and Roscoe Conkling In-trouble Bruce to agree to stand for the initiative and referendum. he had hardly had time to take off his pacificating robes when a messenger rapped hurriedly and violent at his summer cottage on the hill, in which he allowed to freeze to death at $1,760 per year, in the winter, and arousing him from his meditation, informed him that two late and lamented editors, Oliver Cromwell and Ocianic Tabloid were in trouble. Quickly seizing his favorite pen stub, and dipping it into the frozen ink, Kelly made some queer hirogliphiles on a sheet of paper, which he intended to pass as a sample of his Spencerian penmanship, and after encasing same in an envelope, hastily sent it on as a plea to "save the cheedel." It don't make any difference who is in trouble. Doctor Pacificer Miller, chairman of the Black Hague Tribune, is right there with his salve and glue. But there ain't never a mean intention that ever festens its grip on Kelly. He's absolutely without evil intent or sinister design. *** WESTERN NEWS. Afue McDowell in Los Angeles, Cal. Los Angeles, Cal., Feb. 13. The Men's Forum and other local race organizations are perfecting plans for a mass meeting soon to be held by the colored citizens of Los Angeles County as a step toward relieving the Negroes of a new grievance at the hands of the five supervisors of the Los Angeles County Hospital, located in Los Angeles City The displeasing action complained of resulted from an accomplished young colored woman being denied admission to the nurse's training school of the hospital. The young woman applied, through mail, for the admission, and was promptly noticed of the acceptance of the same: but when she appeared at the hospital, to enter the course, she was blankly denied admission, the nurse in charge stating that she could not admit a colored woman to that school, as the white nurses would complain. This matter finally reached the notice of some of the leading colored men of the city, and they immediately commenced action for relief from the situation, appealing finally to the board of county superintendent. The supervisors granted the colored men a hearing, at which discussion was heard on the question of the admission, into the hospital, of colored persons to any positions above that of elevator conductor, and especially to the student nurse. At this, hearing three of the supervisors indicated their unfavorable attitude; while the remaining two were willing to grant the admission of all competent applicants as the law requires, without regard to color. To date (Feb. 13) the supervisors have not rendered their final decision in the matter, their last communication with the committee being under date of January 17, acknowledging receipt of the colored committee's request for immediate decision. It is believed that this delay in finally answering is but one step toward a future opposition to the purposes of the colored committee. The Negroes are determined in the matter, and are carefully planning for action subsequent to the expected unfavorable action of the supervisors. Apropos to this, a giant mass meeting will be held, the purpose being emphatically to impress the public that colored men will not passively allow themselves to be unjustly discriminated against. Prominent white citizens, notably, one of the judges of the Superior Court; have gladly volunteered to use their influence in assisting the colored men. All other efforts failing, the committee is planning to make this matter a factor in the State and county elections to be held this fall; and as the 20,000 Negroes in this section are unanimous on such local affairs, it is expected that relief will finally be had. The colored woman whose admission was denied is very respectable, and comes from one of the best families; and it takes more than a passing glance to detect that she is colored. The State law prohibiting discrimination in theaters, restaurants, etc. was brought into action in a case recently tried in this city. The ground of the action was that the proprietor of a small moving picture house denied a colored man and woman admission thereto, the man and woman being respectable, and conducting themselves orderly. The man brought suit for damages, but because of great conflict in evidence, the judgment was for the proprietor of the theater. However, the principle of law insisted upon by the plaintiff was not refuted, as it is definitely set out in the California Code. The proprietor thus being informed of the law, now admits all proper persons to his theater, without regard to color. Clarence Bailey and Douglas Warren, two young colored men of this city, have just secured patents on several very useful automobile and railway appliances. One of the inventions is an automobile brake, having the power of absolutely controlling the movement of the railway coach equipped with it. The most important of their inventions is a contrivance designed of a bell and signal arms, for use at crossings in the crowded downtown sections of the city. The invention is wonderful, and if used as designed, would eliminate the necessity of crossing policemen endangering their lives by standing on the pavement in the middle of crowded street crossings, like those in the downtown districts of this city and the large cities of the East. The inventors have demonstrated this invention before a special committee of the city council, and it is said that the committee would have recommended to the council the purchase of a sufficient number of the machines to supply the city, but a member of the committee has an invention of his own which he intends to submit for acceptance, whereupon he opposed the recommendation. Future action may result in the city's purchasing machines from the two colored inventors. REV. WM. GIBBONS DEAD. Two Thousand People Honor Him Rev. Wm. Gobbons, one of the best known Baptist ministers in the city, died at his residence Monday morning. Rev. Gibbons was a man of wide acquaintanceship among ministers throughout the United States. He was the pastor of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, and a prominent and influential member of the Elks. His death was a shock to a large circle of friends and the Baptist Ministry's Union, of which he was a member. Rev. Gibbons may have had his faults, but there was not a better hearted man in this city than he. He was liberal to a fault, and would do more for those who needed help than many of those who claimed to be imbued with the Christian religion. He was not a vindictive man. He always could be found on the defensive. At no time was he the aggressor. Notwithstanding what may have been said against him, over two thousand people paid their respects while his body rested in the church of which he was pastor. A wife and a loving and accomplished daughter survive him, as well as several sisters. Rev. L. C. Moore dedicated the following to his memory: Dedicated to Rev. W. P. Gibbons, D.D. By Rev. L. C. Moore. Dedicated to Rev. W. P. Gibbons, B.D. By Rev. L. C. Moore. Sad are our hearts since our pastor died. No more can we see his dear face Oh. how we miss the thundering voice Of our Pastor in every good place Our Pastor was grand, noble-hearted and true, No Pastor dearer and more faithful than he; And wherever we wander or wherever we roam. There is no Pastor like him we can see. Now. God in His wisdom saw fit to remove Our Pastor from earth to His home; We will try to be ready our Pastor to meet Whenever the Master says "come" His dear, solemn face on eternity's shore Will greet us with welcome and songs of delight; He will shake glad hands with us once more On the shores of rest and eternity bright A. H. Onderdown Employment Emporium. Reliable help furnished. Employment, secured. 1742 14th street. N. W. Phone North 864. Dec. 1-ff Dr. J. E. Shepard at the Bethel Literary, March 26th. 2 . * : . ' - he eg . 5 Si BFE OES It _ nee Re ye eT \ Cae ah 2. Week Ne mate, B i tee we Me; en Ue, FOU dS é. C PBN 22 : FS a Ne i,t , iia We eee ik re : ” ° BUNA! fa: oa oe ; ASS a r MN one Gilled at the drug store of Board & McGuire, 1912} 14th St, and oth and You Sts. N. W. They employ four graduates in pharmacy, skilled and experienced, and you get the re- sults in perfect service, Mr. and Mrs. Wm>E. Thomas will be pleased to see their friends at their home in Fairmount Heights. The roth Street Baptist Choir was in Richmond, Va., Monday evening, and rendered a grand concert at the Fifth Street Baptist Church. Jadge Thomas Lewis, of New York .City, visited friends in this city last week. Mr. John G. Pegg, of Omaha, Neb., visited The Bee office last Saturday morning. . Miss L. Van Allen, of Quaque, -Long Island, is visiting friends in this city. Judges Robert H. Terrell visited New York City last week. . Mrs °S. E. Long and daughter, Miss Octavia, of this city, are visiting in Guthrie, Okla. Lawyer J. Coody Johnson, who has been in this city on a business trip, has returned to his home in Wewaka, Okla. Prof. William S. Scarborough, of Wilberforce University, visited ‘this oy fast week. r. George A. Gates, who recent- ly conducted a drug store in Balti- more, has sold out and is now resid- ing in this city. Mrs. Fannie Taylor and James T. * Eanis, of Baltimore, Md., were mar- ried in this city on January 29. Mrs. E. Snowden, of this city, was the guest of Mrs. Charles Johnson, in Baltimore, Md., last week. Mr. Ford Dabney was guest of honer at a dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs, Clarence Lowry, 1743 Druid Hill Avenue, Baltimore, Md., on Sunday the rth inst - Mr. and Mrs. Brown, of this city, are visiting relatives and friends in Charlotte, N.C. : | Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Bishop. of this city, spent several days in Richmond, Va."last week. Dr. J. W. Morse is about tired of “deer” hunting, and has decided to offer his best cream and soda to the public at surprising prices. He wears a smile that will not_come off. William Day, ,of Cleveland, Ohio, who has been visiting relatives and friends in Pittsburg, Pa. is now visiting in this city. . Rev. A. J. Tyler, of this city, is in Connelisville, Pa. Miss Florence Young,. whe ha: been visiting in Connellsville, Pa. has returned to this city, Mr. William R. Rebinson, a for. mer Savannahian, who has been em ployed in the government service ir this city for the past three years, is now residing in Houston. Teaas. A.D Price, one of -Richmond’s popular undertakers, was in the city this week to the funeral of hi: brother-in-law. Rev. Gibbons Mr. B. F Chisolm. who has beer confined to his home for several day: with rheumatism, is out again and a! his work in the G. P.O. {The Monica Assembly held 2 re. coptron in Auditorium hail o7 Monday evening. The attendancc was large. The gowns were hand some. Miss Mattic FE. Brown. ont .o! Washington's favorite - teachers is il at her home. Mr. Henry A Mason, father of Mrs Julia Mason Layton, came near hav jug a fractared bone. by reason of 2 loaded barrel failing from a wagon Master Alfred Mason Layton, sor of Dr. and Mrs. J. T. Layton, ae with a serious accident several week ago while coasting on 13th strect hill A fractured shoulder has kept him in doors and from school ever since But through the surgical expert: Drs. Thompson. and Curtis, he” wil soon be back in his ‘accustomed sca in 7R, John F. Cook School. Mrs. Layton spoke. at Mt. More Sanday night on the “Possibilities o Negro Womanhood.” ‘The Bee is the people's paper. Wh: don't you have it sent to your home Mr. Ferdinand D. Lee rendered valua ble service as general manager i ‘connection with the Masonic meetin . recently addressed by Dr. Booker 1 <Washington. “ Dr, D. Webster Davis, of Rich mond, lectured at the 19th Street Bap tist’ Church Thursday evening 0} “The Hobble Skirt.” He + was2 th guest of Mr. F. D. Lee. + Rev. J. A. Brown is making an en vinble record as pastor of the reot ganized Tenth Street Baptist Churel Lieut. T. H. Clarke attributes hi excellent health to his practice ¢ walking twenty’ miles every Sunday rata or shine. Mr. Richard Green. whe entere the Treasury Department in 1871, ha in forty yeats served under seventee Secretaries of the Treasury. He | one of the most influential men i the community, by reason of his wid acquaintance and popularity wit statesmen of quality, and is ready all times to help his fellowmen, t he white or black. . ‘Dr. John R. Francis, president: « the Social Settlement Association, has practiced medicine in the District for thirty-three years, Seasons may come and seasons may change, but the crowds go on for- ‘ever at the two drug stores of Board & McGuire, 191254 14th St. and oth and You Sts. N. W. Two places ing to large audiences in New York State. z ‘What has become of the promising “Sphinx Club?” The engagement of Mr. Lester «\. Walton and Miss Gladys Moore is rumored in the society circles of this city. Both are New Yorkers, but are well known here. : Mr. Alex. Middleton, of the Treas- ury Department, ‘is spending the gecleend with friends at Annapolis, Prof. G. Smith Wormley entertain. ed the officers and executive. commit- tee of the Mu-So-Lit Club Thurs- day evening at his handsome home aii T street Northwest. Mrs, L. R. Clarke, principal of the Clarke Training School, has moved her residence to 1319 S Street North- west. Mr. T. H. Cooper has returned from a winter’s sojourn in Boston, Messrs. Robert A. Pelham and S. J. Davidson, graduates of the law de. partment of Howard University, have hung out their shingle in the Dietz Building, 7th and F Streets North- west. They met at Dr. Morse’s Gem Drug Store and saw themselves in front o} that beautiful fountain, roth and L streets Northwest. 5 wis J. Finley Wilson ds in Norfolk a. -The Y. M. C. A. is to be dedicated about Easter. - Dr. J. E. Shepard, president of the National Religious Training School will speak for Bethel Literary anc Historical Association March 26. An expert statistician is said to he compiling a list of “Washington's twenty greatest Negroes.” a The Mu-So-Lit Club is said to be planning a “Hobby Night.” Drs, Board and McGuire, 14th St N, W., and oth and You Streets N W., continue to treat their patrons ir a manner that continues to draw them. we FAIRMOUNT HEIGHTS. NARS RNAS RR RAS There was an_oyster supper given at the M. E. Church Friday night, February 16 The affatr was a grand success. It was given under the man: agement of the Ladies’ Aid Society of the church Mrs \ J) Ware is president. She was abiy assisted hy other members of the society. Among them were Mrs. Emma Campbell, Mrs. Ro Johnson, Mgs. [Essie Wat. kins, Mrs. V. Ho Mart, Mrs Addison, Mrs. _R. Slater, who is on the sick list, Mrs. Edw. Briscoe, Mrs. Queen V. Coalman and) Mrs. Carrie Jenifer, all of whom rendered valuable service to the committee. |. Many visiting fricnds- were ptesent and scemed to enjoy. the function. ‘Among the visiting friends present were Messrs. R. D. Mullins and C. E Payne, Mrs. B.S. Nichols, Miss M. Gartree, the Misses Thomas, Mr~ L. FE. Crouse, Mrs. W. D. Seta, Mrs Snowden, Mrs. Hargrove, Mrs. Bras. ton, Mrs. Boozer, the Misses Robin: son, Miss Louise Marshall and other: top numerous ty mention.- Rev, Dr. Ross, pastor of Metropol tan ALM. E. Church, has been in: vited and will preach at the M. E Church here on the first Sunday in March, at 3 o'clock P. M.: also Rev Dr. M. W. Clair, pastor of Asbury has heen invited and will preach a the same church here on the secon Sunday in March at’3 o'clock P. M Who shall be the delegate irom th Fairmount Heights ME. Church te the annual conference. Armstrong 01 Addi-on? The result of the electior will be published an February 27 at the quarterly conference. ‘The pastor's reception will be giver March S$ Complimentary ticket: were ordered sent to all the pastor: and the District superintendent. — - Mrs. Queen V. Coalman, who ha heen visiting relatives and friends it Florida during the past two" months returned on the 15th of February [Miss Victoria Floyd. who accampa nied her, will return later in the sea J son. {| Mr W.S. Pittman, Mr. Crouse an Mr. Carter became members of the Raptist. Church here. They wer, elected deacons and trustees. Thi good Baptists,are planning te erect : jtemple. They are sure to succeed. Mr. R. S. Nichols and Mr. W. S }Crouse went to Upper Marlboro th first Tuesday in February on dfticia Jbusiness, pertaining to the publi J school here. The school is progress 1 ing. nicely. | Mr. and Mrs. John E, Cobb, o | Glastonbury, Cann. announce th ‘tmatriage of their daughter, Berth 1) Efizabeth, to William E. Thomas, o {| Fairmount, Md. Mrs. Thomas is ‘|graduate of the High and Norm: Schools of Glastonbury, and of Harts flhorne College, Richmond, Va. M: THEATERS ———$—$—<—— FORD DABNEY’S THEATER NINTH AND YOU STREETS N. W. Up-to-Date Moving Picture Theater. Pictures Changed Daity. sdmis- sion 5 cents. TAMES H. HUDNELL, Manager — HIAWATHA THEATRE > Begintiing Saturday, February 17 Children’s Matinee's every Saturday 2:15 P. M. Juvenile pictures: Cin. derella, Three Bears, Jack and Bear Stalk, and_many others. Cinderella Saturday, February 17, Select music with lecturer, and lady attendant wil constitute the program. Five cent: admission, R. H. Murray, Manager ge Hiawahta Theater--se. Thomas is a graduate of the Wash- ington schools, and an employee in one of the departments here. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas will reside in their new home at Fairmount Heights, Md. The Fairmount Heights Mutual Im- provement Co. has been called to meet Saturday night, February 24 The annual meeting of the — stock- holders of said company will be held during the month of March. e ALEXANDRIA. NEWS. & (By R.H. Brooks, 723 So. Fairfax St.) ‘The dance given by the Whist Club at St. Mary's Catholic Hall on the evening of Feb. 14, was a phenomenal success, and with the exception of the dance they gave during the early part of the season, was the most elab- orate social event of the winter sea- son. L, GriflineBrooks, Mr. F. H. M. Murray, Robt. L. Adkins, the Misses Dorsey and Miss Eva L. Stokes, as- sisted by several other members of the club, supcrintended the decorating of the hall, and the arranging of the menu, All were so much pleased that no one left: until the soft strains of “Home Sweet Home" were played about 2 o'clock in the morning. Among the Washington guests were Misses Julia Collier, Elenora Bailey, Mamie Harris, Messrs. Jen- kins, Payne, Hodges ,Parker and Dr Grey. Owing to the inclement weather Sunday, the attendance at the churches was very small, At Roberts Chapel M. E. Church, Dr. O'Connor, professor of ‘Greek aml Hebrew at Howard University, occupied the pulpit in the morning and delivered a most instructive ser. mon in a manner that enabled the young, the old, the scholars and, in fact, everybody, to fully grasp ‘his meaning. At the evening service the Rey. Mr. Samucl Ross preached. At Alfred Street Baptist Churel Rey. Alexander Truatt conducted ar ‘evening of song and praise service. Mr. John FP. Parker, principal o} the Snowden School, addressed the Methodist Brotherhood of Robert: Chapel at 4:45 P.M. Te took for hi: subject the life of Shakespeare, ant to say that the audience felt mucl ‘pleased for coming ont in the ram te hear him, will be putting it in a very mild form, Fine Mr Charles Williams’ was, buriec Monday from his residence. No. 1) Prince Street The deceased con ducted a restaurant on Union Stree for many years. and was held ineth highest esteem by both colored an white of the community He is sur rived by the widow . At the regular monthly meeting o the Methodist Brotherhood Monday night Jrusiness fa routine natur Awas transacted. Mr J. Byron Hop kins offered for honorary membershii the name of Mr W. Calvin ’Chase Jr..as a token of appreciation of th assistance he has come over to giv the Brotherhood frem time to time Mr. James Thomas, of Richmond Va. made a flying trip to the cit; Sunday to visit his wife and childret who are the guests of Mrs. Wr Young. of South Columbus Street. Mrs. Joshua Junitts, of Philadelphis fis the guest of her father-in-law. ng Og ME at we ge ee ae ee i we Me HE “BALTIMORE NEWS. . “De toe me wr ewe ee ne we ee et Baltimore, Md. Feb 21 —The semi-annual session of the Council o! Bishops of the African Methodist Episcopal’ Church, which opened at Bethel Church Thursday of last week came to an end last Saturdayewith the endorsement of an appeal made te them by the Allen Christian Endeavor Union. of Indianapolis. Ind. asking that pressure he brought upon Con gress to take cognizance of lynching disfranchisement. “Jim Crow” laws it variony States that are contrary ¢ the spirit of the Constitution ott « United States. “We appeal te you.” reads the an peal, “as our sages in the great canse for human rights, to mike an app a to bring pressure upon Congress ¢ hear upon the various States te ex force the laws under the Constitute * ai the United States that protect tights as citizens.” = The resolution adopted by tx council follows: “The Bishops the African Methodist Eprsceps Church, assembled in council, havin; heard the appeal from the Wier Christian Endeavor Union, of Indian apolis, take this opportunitw to ex press their most hearty sympathy with the expressions ‘therem ant beg to assure them and all concern ed that we are most vigorously en gaged to the extent of our ability am opportunity in the furthering of ev ry means and movement looking t the removal of these and all othe discriminating and humiliating disa bilities under which, as a people. w are forced to live and labor.” Beauty Cream Guaranteed or money re- refunded a ) ( gr | f/ CN Z\* Pe t Ree ses SF | eos aS | | wey ee ee | oN i | ae! : ~S a | | PEOPLE.S DRUG STORE Beautiful Smooth Skins follow the use of Barnard’s Complexion Cream. 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Many of the general officers, as well as ntinisters from various sections of the country attended the session. If you want first-class ice cream’ and soda call_at Morse’s drug store, toth and L Streets Northwest. Miss Mason Entertains. Miss Jessie C. Mason was hostess ata luncheon on Thursday afternoon at her parents’ residence in Wylic Street Northeast. The guests were Misses Nellic G. Ford, Rosa_ Belle Lane, Florence G Jackson, Gonevia B. Maxfield, Elaine W. Tancil, Nor- ma E. Boyd, Violet A. Kibble, ‘Maude E, Fleming, Jeanette Wesley, Mable Wormlcy and Mrs. Tarquenia Middleton. The afternoon was pleas: antly spent in games and music. Fhe dining room was beautifully decorat- ed in flowers and flags. Exch guest wis’ given a souvenir card. The xuests were tastefully and beautifully gxowned, NATIONAL BENEFIT ASSOCIA- TION. Banquet and Reception by the Home Office Agents’ Club a Brilliant Af- - fair at the Metropolitan Church. An audience of ° substantial men. and women of the country at large completely filled the main auditorium of the Metropolitan Av M, EE. Chureh: last Wednesday night, listened with absorbing interest to the story of the marvelous development and.splendid commercial achievements of the Na- tional Benelit Society, ‘as teld by its principal officers Incidentally. the immense throng heard with like mter- est the history of a number of other movements, co-related with th Na tional Benefit Association in the work of racial uplift. The meeting was held under the auspices of the Home Office Agerts Club ‘of the Association, in hener of the resident’ ministers, prgiessional and business men, together with a large mumber of distingmshed visit ing ‘churchmen, who have been at tending the Bishop's Council and yon eral boards of the A. M. E. connec tien at Baltimore. These, with thir | wives constituted an august assem blage, and the news of what the \ Th. A is doing along intensely. prac tical lines for the regeneration ot our people will be carried tar ind wide. Judge’ Terrell’s Glowing Tribute. * Judge Robert IH. Terrell, ot the Municipal Conrt ofthe District of Co- lumbia, presided, and paid a glows tribute to the <olored race. pomting out that a people that could build up such a strong and reliable insurance | rpuration, and create a new stand- tard for such orgamzations m a c-m- SF ae a: JUSTICE ROBERT H. TERRELL. LD PIL IPI PILIIIIIIVIIIIIIDIOIIII9990 399959999) ; Lowest Prices Best Work - BOOK AND JOB PRINTING ————_.___ Electric Power Presses * Linotype Composition "Specialty made of Constitutions and Pamphlets 3 * BUSINESS OFFICE and PLANT, 1109 EYE STREET. N. w. 3 PHONE MAIN 4078 7 Uptown Office: 1212 Fla. Ave.. N. W. . 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C. . munity that had been over-ridden by sharks and grafters, could not.be kept in the rear of any procession, LHe lauded the promoters of the organiza- tion and their loyal assistants, and declared that the N. B. A. was a striking example of what a body of enterprising Negro business men can do who live up to their just obliga- tions and thus stay out of court—an example that similar corporations among other races might profit by. Dr. R W. Brown. president of the National Benefit Association, outlined the objects of the meeting, which was to exchange views touching busi- ness conditions within the race and to encourage the corps of live and resourceful agents the company had trained up for expert service. ‘An eloquent address of welcome was delivered by Rev I N Ross, pas- ter of the Metropelitan Church. to Le Q 4 oe oa xs 4 =. i ees vr ig oes aos woo Be, te & £5 ORE PaO ese 2 Kine hee > | As See pce wy Ltt einen, oe % a! attr = DR. JOHN R. FRANCIS which Mr. Ro W_ Stewart, president i the Agents’ Club, and manager f the Washmgton branch, feelingly responded Secretary Rutherford’s Record of Results. Mer oS W. Rutherford, the energetic retary and general manager ot the \ sociation, gist a detailed state- Ment of the scope. development and operations of the company im the thir- teen years of its existence Coupled with Ins, he reterred to this sage a> ne «f “cambination, concentration and »eganization " Having pas-ed the x-cart and stagc-coach era, the na- tun looks to every progre-sive man fr results. To secure recognition, the black man and the white man mu-t get something the world wants —he must do something the world wants done. Mr Rutherford regarded this meet. ing as an excellent omen of the. dis. appearance oi the old-time bickerings jealousies and deterrent agencies tha! have been keeping the forces’ of the race apart. He appealed to the min. isters, the professional and busines: elements of our people to “get to- jzether” and support every worthy en- terprise that. has for its abject the utilization of the brains, the spiritual power and the dollars of the Negro race To store up material strength, to give employment to the educated young men and women among us, and to make every ounce of our weight felt in the moral and economic ad- vancement of the nation should be the central aim of every right- thinking member of our race, argucd Mr. Rutherford, amid hearty applause. Mong with Y. M. C__A. movements, Men and Religion Forward Move- ments, and political movements, ete. he urged that we take up and push 2 “Business Movement.” . Phenomenal Growth ot the N. B. A. “When a half dozen persons met in Washington Octobed, 1898, and foun- ded the N B.A. hittle did they think. that the organization conkd grow to ts present’ proportions While. the scald “smart men’ were standing, jarcumt telling why it could not be dors we just went ahead and did it. T> the critics of the race. who say wv. ave no capacity fer practical business, who doubt our ability to c mpete on equal terms fur our share of the world’s goods, and whe deny eur claim -to recognition as full- fledged American citizens, it is suffi- cient to answer to point to the suc- cessiu! work of this organization. We started in a small way, renting a> 0 per month office room. We fare now the'landlord of the building in which we were then a tenant. Re- ms’ led and improved! our building is nuw assessed at $35,000, and is fully paid for. Let’s see what the N. B. \ ha, accomplished in 13 years: ‘Policy holders enrolled, 97,000: gives employment on full time to 733 Persons, employs part time, 218: agent. employed in Washington, 39; clerks empluyed in home office, 24: msurance in force, $3,641,000; on de- posit for protection of policy holders, $50,000. real estate owned, $35,000; stocky and bonds owned, $66,000; divi- dends paid to stockholders each year, 15 per cent: paid to disabled members, $200,107; paid in salaries and com- inissions to agents, etc. $379,000: paid in death claims, $94,000. : “Plans are underway,” continued Mr Rutherford, “to embark on a larger scale at an early date, and we are now launching a vigorous cam- paign 10 raise $100,000 te provide for ‘the new arrangement a solid founda- Jtion Just watch us grow? Help us Ito grow, and you will grow with ua. | Other Interesting Features of thg, “Big Night.” Other addresses in sympathetic sein, emphasizing correlated focees for racial advancement, were deliv. ered by Dr. John R. Francis, presi- dent of the Social Settlement Asso ciation, on “The Status of Our So- Vecial Settlement Movement.” and by IMr Lewis E. Johnson. secretary 0! ‘the colored men’s branck ‘on the | “Need of a Well-Equipped Y. M. C |.A. ior Negro Salvation. The sug (Continued to page 8.) IS CHRISTIANITY LOSING? The Lucknow Conference—Mahomet, the Holy Bible of the Christians Forbids Everything. Some years ago Guy Thorne asked himself what would happen if, even for a short space of time, men lost their faith in Christ and in the ultimate redemption of the world. With this question burning into his mind's core, he seemed to see Faith lying prostrate at his feet, while over the children of men reigned Murder, Rapine and Terror. It was then that Thorne turned to his desk and began to write that absorbing story, "When It Was Dark," a tale of the foul blackness which enveloped the earth when men's faith in Christ disappeared. Thoughtful men all over the world are wondering whether that very decay which Thorne conceived in his mind is not actually threatening the Christian church today. That this fear is well defined is borne out by the prodigious religious campaign mapped out by the Men and Religion Movement which was recently set afoot in New York City. Almost before we finished reading of the inauguration of this great movement come the reports of the Lucknow Conference bringing the discouraging information that Mohammedanism is fast driving Christianity out of the Orient, and the African continent. The Lucknow Conference was made up of missionaries whose activities cover thousands of miles of territory and embrace millions upon millions of men. With a unanimity most disheartening, they admitted that Islam had at last brought the religion of the lowly Nazarene to bay. And it must not be thought that this statement applies only to the oriental peoples, for it was shown that the doctrines of the Great Caliph are being slowly but surely borne unto the uttermost parts of the earth. While the Christians slept, the Mohammedan has found not one moment to spare. For the condition thus brought to the world's attention, there must be a reason. The New York Times finds two great causes at the bottom of it, one being the racial identity of the followers of the Prophet, the other being the influence of the dervish orders. "In Africa alone," says The Times, "there are no less than a dozen active religious confraternities, of which the youngest dates from 1843, and the oldest from 1165. One of them maintains seventy-seven monasteries in Algeria alone; another, the most recently, has a membership exceeding 6,000,000. The results attained by this innumerable army of priests are only what might be expected. 'From the mouth of the Senegal to Lagos, over 2,000 miles,' said Blyden some years ago, 'there is said to be hardly any town of importance on the seaboard in which there is not at least one mosque, with active propagandists of Islam.'" Is what the New York Times says right? Yes, as far as it goes, but if the truth be told the Times does not come even close to the real causes. The doctrine of Islam first, last and always is "Ohey the law of God as revealed by Him to His Prophet, Mahomet, by whom it was recorded in the Koran." If two words were chosen to represent the teachings of Islam, those two words must be "obey" and "believe," and such, indeed, seems to be the crowning feature of the Islamic faith. As we pen these lines we turn aside for a moment and open the book of the Koran at random. We read: "Shall I seek after any other judge besides God to judge between us? It is He who hath sent down unto you the book of the Koran distinguishing between good and evil, and they to whom we gave the scripture know that it is sent down from thy Lord, with truth. The words of the Lord are perfect, in truth and justice; there is none who can change his words." Thus the majesty of the Lord of the Moslem faith is set forth in the Koran, thus is proclaimed the innatability of his law. If the Holy Bible of the Christians is full of thoughts of equal grandeur as the one just quoted from the Koran, certainly nothing in the Bible surpasses it. The difference comes in the relative attitude of the two sets of followers. To the Moslem his religion is as dear as life itself. Does the muezzin call the faithful to prayer? On his knees drops ye Moslem, wherever he is. Is he commanded to do something at which his whole soul revolts? He seeks the pages of the Koran and finds that it "must" be so; it is written in the law of God. Meanwhile the Christian, wearing his religion like a garment, loosely, puts it off and on again at his leisure. The Bible forbids, but where is its grip? It has none, it seems. With a false aureole of hypocrisy about his head, the Christian goes forth to conquer the heathen nations of earth. He sends his missionaries into the realms beyond the seven seas, but when they reach the scene of their looked-for conquests, they find they must dispute the ground with Islam. Islam says to the heathen. "The Bible of the Christians forbids everything, it deters nothing. That men should follow at all times the dictates of their own desires were contrary to the law of God, yet such is the way of the Christian Behold we bring you the religion of the true and the living God, whose prophet is Mahomet. His immutable law, compelling men to obedience, declare we unto you. Choose ye which ye will have." A religion which does not—can not—deter its votaries from doing at will anything and everything that most delights the minions of the Prince of Hell is doomed to perish from the face of the earth. Christianity comprises a set of religious and moral principles which: if followed, must do more than any other faith known to the sons of men to hasten the dawn of the millenium. Its one fatal defect, however, seems to be a lack of that force which seizes hold of the hearts of men, clenching them forever in a never loosening grip. For this reason the nations of the Orient and the African continent are regarding Christianity as being much like unto that sounding brass and tinkling cymbals which in the very Book of Books of the Christians themselves are condemned in terms not uncertain. "The faith that was delivered to the Saints" at one time connected a thought that was awe-inspiring in its grandeur. Today the phrase is a synonym for innocuous desuctude. "Onward Christian Soldiers" as sung by our fathers and mothers had a dash and verve that were strongly reminiscent of the church militant of the days of yore—and of those later days when Geoffry de Bouillon, tho' a mere lad, led thousands of crusaders to the rescue of the Holy Sepulchre. Today its inspiration has the syncopated cadence of a melody in ragtime. Where is that faith which sustained the Christians when Diocletian hunted them like wild beasts into the very bowels of the earth—yet dismayed them not? Where is that faith which enabled Ridley and Cranmer to bear up while the flames were burning their bodies to crisps? Whither shall we turn to look for that steadfast Christianity which led Luther to cast aside the shams of Popery, and enabled Savonarola to flout the very cauldron of the nether realm in the deadly dungeons of Florence? Some weeks ago the Men and Religion Forward Movement was launched in this city—among the white people. Later it was taken up among the colored people, and a meeting was scheduled to take place in Metropolitan A. M. E. Church on the eleventh day of this month, with Bishop J. Albert Johnson as the principal speaker. Likewise, a few days ago, a committee of the leaders of the Men and Religion Forward Movement—a movement designed to bring 2,000,000 men and boys into the church—met in Pittsburg, Pa., and was almost disrupted because it transpired that two of the bretheren, belonged to the Negro race. The Men and Religion Movement, instead of trying to get two million men and boys to join the church, should reorganize for the purpose of getting men and boys to receive the spirit of true Christianity into their hearts. Be it remembered by the leaders of this movement that it was on February 4, 1912, the Lord's day, that divers citizens of this Christian nation butchered in cold blood another citizen of this nation, and afterwards burned his dead body upon a pyre of cross ties. 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Kenzie'Scott) AND EMBALMERS The Price of C clus Coat, Suits DOM PHONE: MAIN 428 WELLINGTON IBLE TYPEWRITER You Save $40.00. EASY TERMS. Guaranteed for Two Years. the Wellington. CTURING COMPANY, Washington, D. C. Chas. H. Jarvins & Sons FISH POULTRY. AND OYSTER DEALERS, 930 C Street Northwest, and Center Market. Phone, Main 4480. Washington, D. C. Dr. W. S. Richardson DRUGGIST 316 41-2 St. Southwest 14th and R Sts. N. W. Two of the best known drug stores in the city. Drugs and toilet arcles of all kinds A H. Underdown Employment Emporium. Reliable help furnished. Employment secured. 1742 14th Street. N.W. Phone North 864. Dec. 1-tf DURHAM, N. C.. J. ARTHUR JAMES 6. Department of Literary Training 7. Department of Industries. 8. Extension Home Classes. There are special scholarships for deserving young men and women, in the Departments of Theology and Religious Training. The next Summer School and Chautauqua will open July 3. 1912. For further information and catalogue, address PRESIDENT JAMES E. SHEPARD. rmann N. W. Durham, N. C. Beautiful Lounges Morris Chairs Writing Desks Music Boxes Beds Fine Bedsteads and Mattresses If you want a first-class Bed-room suite, call after you have been elsewhere E. MURRAY The : Up-to-date : Cafe FIRST-CLASS PLACE FOR MEALS Ice Cream, cut, $1.20 per gal. Plain Ice Cream 90c per gal Public and private receptions served in our large dining room. E. Murray 1216 You St. N. W. THE ENTERPRISE CLEANING AND PRESSING. CO. The Proper Cleansing and Pressing of Gent's Clothin. Our Exclusive Work. 75c per Suit. Coat, 40c. Pants, 20c. Vest, 15c. Suits Pressed, 35c. Four for $1.00. 1537 Fourteenth St. N. W. ROBERT DOUGLASS, Manager. North Mountain Sana- torium FOR COLORED CONSUMPTIVES SITUATED AT NORTH MOUNTAIN IBERKELY CO., W. VA. Elevation 1200 Feet P. Franklin Scott, Samuel Gray, Superintendent Medical Director For further information apply to Dr. Sam'l Grav Martinburg, W. Va. Open all the Year For Sale 'ROSENARY' Preparation to straighten hair, guaranteed to be harmless. Will not injure head or scalp: Continued application will take kinl: out. Curly hair will be made straight. Price, one dollar. Address the E.Ed.F.SalesCo. THE BEE Office, Wash.. D: C. Regular Board-$11 per month. Half month-$6.00. Regular breakfast-20 cents. Regular dinner-25 cents. Big special Sunday dinner-35 cents. The above are the popular prices at the Northwest Cafe, 11th and You Streets Northwest, on the Boulevard. A. H. Cooper. Mr. A. H. Cooper, whose advertisement appears in another column of The Bee. If you want first-class work done, don't fail to go to Cooper's. Read his announcement. There is a new directory that is to be published by Miss Jeannett Carter. Attorney L. M. King is president of the company, Dr. Julia H. P. Coleman is secretary, and Miss Jeannette Carter is treasurer. This is what the colored people have been needing for a number of years. This directory will contain the names and residence of the colored people in this city and their business. A. H. Cooper. Douglass Directory. Fosters DYE Works FOSTER'S DYE AND CLEANING WORKS. (You Street, between 11th and 12th Streets, Northwest.) Business and Display Office. 11th and You Streets, Northwest. CALL AND INSPECT OUR WORK. Ladies' suits a specialty. Gentlemen's suits cleaned, pressed and sponged. Gloves cleaned. All goods look like new when they leave our works. FOSTER'S DYE WORKS. Go To HOLMESI HOTEL 333 Virginia Ave., S. W. Best Afro-American Accommodation in the District EUROPEAN AND AMERICAN PLAN Good Rooms] and Lodging [50c, 75c and $1.00. Comfortably Heated by Steam. Give us a call. James Ottoway [Holmes, Proprietor] Washington, D. C. Phone Main 2315 HIRSH'S SHOE STORES Washington's Best and Most Up-to-Date Shoe House. 1026-1028 Seventh St. N. W. Washington, D. C. SMITH'S PARK PHARMACY 4th and Elm Streets N. W. LE DROIT PARK. The Only Up-to-Date Druggist South of Howard University. If you want fresh drugs and carefully compounded prescriptions, the Park Pharmacy is the place to go. Toilet articles of every description. Assorted candies of the finest and best makes. Holiday souvenir cards and cigars. The latest and most up-to-date Soda Fountain, and all kinds of fruit syrups. Wm. L. SMITH, 4th and Elm Streets' N. W. LeDroit Park: Phone Col. 2578. DEALER IN Special Xmas Price Pound and Fruit Cake, 15c. Best to be had. Stand 662-3. Center Market James H Winslow UNDERTAKER AND EMBLAMER K FIRST CLASS. TERMS MOST REASONABLE TWELFTH AND R STREETS, N. W. ALL WORK FIRST CLASS. TERMS MOST REASONABLE TWELFTH AND R STREETS. N. W. FUNERAL DIRECTOR. HIRING, LIVERY, AND SALE STABLE. Parties, Balls, Receptions, Etc. class style. Satisfaction guaranteed. third Street Northwest. Phone call for Stable, North 3274M. FREEMAN'S ALLEY. D., 1132 Third St. N. W. Carriages For Hire. Murrayington Druggist. Southwest Carriages Hired for Funerals, Parties, Balls, Receptions, Etc. Horses and carriages kept in first-class style. Satisfaction guaranteed. Business at 1132 Third Street Northwest. Phone for Office, Main 1727. Phone call for Stable, North 3274M. OUR STABLES IN FREEMAN'S ALLEY. J. H. DABNEY, Prop., 1132 Third St. N. W. Phone, Main 3200. Carriages For Hire. PEOPLE'S DRUGGIST carefully compounded CHRISTMAS Articles AN'S N D SHOES Ox Marrow. We want our readers to patronize us; it helps all around. The Ozonized Ox Marrow Co. advertises in this paper, and when you want a first-class dressing for kinky, harsh and unruly hair, go to your druggist's and get a bottle of Ford's Hair Pomade, 25c or 50c a bottle. If you want first-class printing done in the most artistic manner, send it to W. Calvin Chase, Jr. for estimates. Office, 1109 Eye Street, Northwest, residence 1212 Florida Avenue, Northwest. Phone N. 2642 Y, M. 4078 Every job will entitle you to a free notice in The Bee. --- Senator Gallinger, of the Senate District Committee declares he believes a curfew law for this city unnecessary. He likes to see children have a good time, and he says he will not support such a measure. War on special pensions has been started by Senator Hoke Smith, of Georgia. He holds up the omnibus bill, which carries about 500 claims. Senator Smith had experience in fighting pensions as Secretas of the Interior under President Cleveland. The Rev. W. S. McElveen, of Illinois, in his sermon last week, used a scriptural quotation to describe the reason Theodore Roosevelt should be a candidate for President. Mrs. Sandford, a Morman woman, of Spring Valley, Utah, died last week, leaving five hundred and thirty-four descendants, running to the fifth generation. She was the mother of eight children, and three great-great-great grandchildren. The suffragette movement has reached a new pinnacle. Annie E. Peck, the mountain climber, arrived in New York last week from Mount Coropuna, in South Peru, where she reached a height of 21,812 feet, and planted a flag in the interest of the suffragette movement. A movement has been inaugurated to organize a society of veteran newspaper writers and correspondents among the survivors of the men who in old Newspaper Row wrote the crurent history of the Civil War. Lillian E. Small, who has enrolled in Normal College, to become a teacher, holds a unique distinction of never having been late to school in her ten-year course. The new issue of postage stamps authorized by Postmaster General Hitchcock last fall are now ready, and will be placed for distribution where the old supply is used up. The new one-cent green, and two-cent red bear the head of Washington in purple from Houdon's bust looking to the left. The 6th of each month has been set as the official pay, day of the Washington school teachers. The announcement was made at the last meeting by the Board of Education. McCall's Magazine and McCall Patterns For Women Have More Friends than any other magazine or patterns. McCall's is the reliable Fashion Guide monthly in one million one hundred thousand homes. Besides showing all the latest designs of McCall Patterns, each issue is brimful of sparkling short stories and helpful information for women. Save Money and Keep in Style by subscribing for McCall's Magazine at once. Costs only so cents a year, including any one of the celebrated McCall Patterns free. McCall Patterns Lead all others in style, fit, simplicity, economy and number sold. More dealers sell McCall Patterns than any other two makes combined. None higher than 15 cents. Buy from your dealer, or by mail from McCALL'S MAGAZINE 236-246 W. 37th St., New York City New-Sample Copy, Premium Catalogue and Pattern Catalogue Dues, no request. . HOLTMAN'S 491 Penn. ave., N. W. OUR 1520 AND 13 SHOES ARE THE BEST MADE. 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Sold by all newdealer. MUNN & Co. 361 Broadway, New York Branch Office, 625 F. St., Washington, D. C. COSTELLO'S. Sixth and G Streets N. W. Washington, D. C. ADMISSION - 15 CENTS YALE ORCHESTRA Music for all occasions, address c. S. Kirg, 416 3d Street, S. E. Ox Marrow. Printing. 七 Telephone MAIN 810 CHOICE Wines; Liquors ..and Cigars.. J. H. Kennedy PROPRIETOR OF The Moose House 625 D Street, N. W. Washington, D. C. Special Liquor Sale Every Saturday. LADIES' NURSE MADAME K. L. COLEMAN Ladies' Nurse 3335 Sherman Avenue N. W. Phone Columbia 466. J. D. O'CONNOR WINES, LIQUORS & CIGARS 1500 Seventh Street N. W. XANDER & PLUGGE. Importers, Rectifiers, and Dealers in Wines, Liquors, High-grade Sherries, Rhine & Clarets 1317 Seventh Street N. W. Washington, D. C. TELEPHONE NORTH 528 WILLIAM CANNON WINES, LIQUORS & CIGARS Purrissima Whiskey a Specialty 1225-27 Seventh St. N. W. Washington, D. C. ROBERT ALLEN Buffet and Family Liquor Store Phone North 2340 1917 4th Street, N. W. Washington, D. C. H. K. FULTON'S LOAN OFFICE No. 314 Ninth Street, N. W. Loans made on Watches, Diamonds, Jewelry, Silverware, Etc. If you want to buy a good watch, diamond ring, or jewelry of any kind, look at our stock first. You! Why pay 10 per cent, when you can get it for 3 per cent. M. FULTON BURNSTINE LOAN OFFICE GOLD AND SILVER WATCHES, DIAMONDS, JEWELRY, GUNS, MECHANICAL TOOLS LADIES' AND GENTS' WEARING APPARKL. OLD GOLD AND SILVER BOUGHT. UNREDEEMED PLEDGES FOR SALE. 361 Pennsylvania Avenue, N. W. M HAIR POMADE MAKES HAIR, KINNY OR CURLY HAIR COSSY, AND MORE PLIABLE, EASY TO COMB AND NOT UP IN ANY STYLE THE LENGTH WILL PERMIT UNEXCEILED FOR PREVENTING HAIR FROM FALLING OUT, SHOREWORTH AND TIGHTNESS OF SCALP BEWARE OF IMITATES, GET THE GENIUME, PUT UP IN 25+ AND 50+ BOTTLES WITH CHARLES FORD'S NAME ON EVERY PACKAGE TRY FORD'S ROYAL WHITE SKIN LOTION FOR THE COMPLEXION. MAKES THE SKIN WHITER IMMEDIATELY UPON APPLICATION, WILL NOT IRRITATE THE MOST DELICATE SKIN. UNEXCEILLED FOR ECZEMA, SALT RHEUM, PIMPLES, ROUGH SKIN AND FRECKLES. SOLD BY DRUGGISTS. IF YOUR DRUGGIST CANNOT SUPPLY YOU, WE WILL SEND IT TO YOU DIRECT AT THE FOLLOWING PRICES, SMALL SIZED BOTTLE, 25 LARGE SIZED BOTTLE, 50L THE OZONIZED OR MARROW CO. 232 LAKE ST. DEPT. 204 CHICAGO, IL J. M. ARENDES & BRO DEALERS IN ALL KINDS OF PORK PRODUCTS AND FRESH TRIPE MY SPECIALTY. 286-87-88 Center Market. 3 Eastern Market. Rooms for rent at the Cameron, Apt. 41, 1902 Vermont Avenue N. W. Gas, steam heat, sanitary bath, telephone and cafe at your service. HAIR VIM TRADE MARK MAKES THE HAIR GROW HAIR-VIM is an ideal and elegant hair dressing. Especially prepared for persons who appreciate the ideal and elegant appearance of their hair. It makes the hair soft, silky and glossy, and greatly promotes its luxuriant growth. It cures dandruff, stops falling hair, and prevents the dandruff germ. 25cts the box; the bottle, by mail, 30 cents. HAIR-VIM SOAP is cleansing in its effect and beautifying in its results. Especially adapted for shampooing the hair, and fills every requirement for use in the toilet, bath and nursery. 25cts the cake. BEAU-TE-VIM CREAM—Is a restorer, preserver, beautifier and bleach for the skin. Lubricating the surface, giving it life and adding brilliancy to the complexion. 25cts the box. Braids, puffs and transformations made to order. All grades of hair perfectly matched. "BABEK" CURES MALARIA READ WHAT PROMINENT PEOPLE HAVE TO SAY: Washington, D. C., April 11, 1900. & Co. menen: I wish to state that two bottles of "Elixir Babek" I purchased of you commendation of a friend has proven of incalculable benefit to my daughter's deem it the best, indeed, the only, remedy I have yet come across for Malaria, his testimonial voluntarily. Yours truly, F. SHARP. Gentlemen: I wish to state that two bottles of "Elixir Babek" I purchased of you at the recommendation of a friend has proven of incalculable benefit to my daughter's health. I deem it the best, indeed, the only, remedy I have yet come across for Malaria, and offer this testimonial voluntarily. I have tried "Babek" for the last four years, both as a preventive and cure for Malaria, and found it to be more than is claimed for it. Without it I would be obliged to change my residence, as I cannot take quinine in any of its forms. J. MIDDLETON, Four-Mile Run, Va. 1000 Maryland Avenue, S. W. Washington, D. C. April 9, 1900. Kloczewski & Co. Sirs: Within the last five months I have sold 3,600 bottles of "Elixir Babek," for Malaria, Chills and Fever. Our customers speak very well of it. Yours truly, HENRY EVANS, 922 E. St. N. W. FOR SALE BY ALL DRUGGISTS. Gaskin's Restuare A. J. GASKINS, PROP. Famous for a dozen years for its Cuisine Service and ments. A quiet, attractive place to Lunch or Restuarant INS, PROP. Cuisine Service and Liquid Refresh- e place to Lunch or Dine. Specialty. ies of three or more. Washington, D. C. I. 1033. DIEMER PHONE MAIN 2041 Restaurant. Gaskin's Restuarant Famous for a dozen years for its Cuisine Service and Liquid Refreshments. A quiet, attractive place to Lunch or Dine. Private diniing rooms for parties of three or more No. 320 Eighth St. N. W. W Phone M. 1033. JACOB J. DIEMER LADIES' DINING ROOMS. Buffet and Restaurant. Private dining rooms for parties of three or more. No. 320 Eighth St. N. W. Washington, D. C. JACOB J: DIEMER Garden. Perfect Brew on Draught. Washington, D. C. andy Kitchen CANDIES Summer Garden. Favorite Brands of Whiskeys. Perfect B 480 La. Ave., N. W., Washington, D. New York Candy K CHRISTMAS CANDIES at the Favorite Brands of Whiskeys. Perfect Brew on Draught. 480 La. Ave., N. W., Washington, D. C. NEW. YORK CANDY KITCHEN 1506 Seventh Street Northwest and, 3 pounds for 25 cents. Round, 2 pounds, 25c. .00. 1.00. cents per pound, 2 pounds, 25 cents. Purchase your Nuts and Candies. Ice Special Candies, 8 cents per pound, 3 pounds for 250 Special Candies, 15c per pound, 2 pounds, 250 Special Candies, 15c per pound, 2 pounds, 25c. Mixed Nuts, 15 cents per pound, 2 The best place in the city to purchase your Nuts Cream Soda of all flavors. Mixed Nuts, 15 cents per pound, 2 pounds, 25 cents. The best place in the city to purchase your Nuts and Candies. Ice Cream Soda of all flavors. 1506 Seventh Street Northwest for the benefit of the poor. All food articles will be sold at one cent each. The statement that there were 35,000 former Japanese soldiers in Hawaii, who would support Japan if that country and the United States went to war, created a deep impression on the House Committee on Military Affairs. The town of Franklin, Wis., is paying $500 per annum for support of a school where there is but one pupil. This fact was reported by the county superintendent. The spring convention of the Republican party in the State of New York, to elect delegates to the Republican National Convention will be held in Rochester April 9. The omission in the treaty of Geneva, of any provision for the protection of the Red Cross workers in civil wars will be the principal topic of discussion at the ninth international Red Cross Congress here nex --- I have tried "Habek" for the last four years, both as a preventive and cure for Malaria, and found it to be more than is claimed for it. Without it I would be obliged to change my residence, as I cannot take quinine in any of its forms. --- After-the-theater parties a Specialty. Fresh Candies Daily Five pounds Candy, $1.00. Six pounds Candy, $1.00. The historic mansion at Springfield, birthplace of Betsy Patterson, and later the home of former Gov. Frank Brown, was destroyed by fire last week. Andrew Carnegie declined last week an invitation to address the Roosevelt Club in Oklahoma. Mr. Carnegie declared that he was an out and out supporter of President Taft. Representative Foster, of Vermont, proposed an appropriation of $50,000 to erect in this city an equestrian statue in honor of Oliver O. Howard. Gen. Howard served with distinction throughout the Civil War. President Schurman, of Cornell, proposes to make public figures showing how fraternity men stand in their classes, as compared with non-fraternity men. Washington's penny restaurant will be opened February 22, at 216 John Marshall Place. The restaurant will be conducted by the Gospel Mission Astoria Pharmacy The Astoria Pharmacy, Third and G. Streets N. W., is doing a rushing business now. Dr. Armstrong, the proprietor, makes a specialty in trying to please his many colored patrons. They are swarming in his store, in order to be in time for Christmas gifts. Dr. Armstrong comes from an old Virginia family with a heart bigger than that of any beef you may kill. This is one of the few drug stores in which our people are treated right. Where to Buy The Bee. Smith's, 4th and Elm St. N. W. Pope's Pharmacy, 1319 H St. N. E. Jackson. & Whipp's, 1513 7th St. N. W. Board & McGuire's, 9th and You Sts. N. W. Board & McGuire, 1912% 14th St. N. W. Simmons', 20th and K Sts. N. W. Throckmorton, 1500 14th St. N. W. Morse's, 1904 L St. N. W. Smith, 28th and Dumbarton Ave. Leonard Blagburn, 201 Morris Rd. Anacostia, D. C. For Rent. For rent, nice large, sunny rooms, furnished or unfurnished. Modern conveniences. Apply 1438 Rhode Island Avenue. N. W. Seven room brick, 1957 Fourth St. Northwest, LeDroit Park. Rent, $20.50 per month. By Thos. Walker, 506 5th St. N. W. no-25-3t FOR RENT. A three-room flat, suitable for two ladies or gents' bachelor quarters. Fine light airy rooms. Heat and light furnished. Apply 1224 You Street, N. W. Rooms For Rent One large front room (unfurnished) with heat, light and other privileges, and one hall room for rent; excellent location; reasonable price. 1520 Corcoran Street N. W. An Opportunity. I can start any honest or energetic boy or girl in a pleasant and profitable business if they are willing to do a little work after school hours. For information write Mr. A. R Stewart, Tuskegee Institute, Ala. Free Information An up-to-date financial plan to liquidate church debts with ease and certainty. Free information to all ministers and church workers. 1223 S street, Washington, D. C. no-1-3-m Martin's Cafe, 11th and You Streets Northwest, is setting meals at reduced prices. First-class in every particular. BEST IN THE CITY. Why do you go elsewhere and buy your ice cream when you can get better at Murrays. Murrays cream is pure and is delivered to any section of the city. This is an old established firm First class meals at all hours in the day may be had at Murrays—1216 U street, northwest. Ice cream cut, $1.20 per gallon. Plain ice cream at 90 cents per gallon. His large and commodious dinning room will accommodate any number of people. House & Hertman. The next oldest house in the city is House & Herrman. If you can't be satisfied elsewhere, call at this house. Healy's Capsules for colds and grip. Third and Massachusetts Avenue N. W. Sure cure. 25 cents. Dr. W. J. Gaines, Bishop of the First Episcopal District of the African M. E. Church, died at his home in Atlanta, Ga., at the age of 71 years. He was interested in educational work of his race, and the founder of Morris Brown College. He had been Bishop for thirty years. The Spanish Government is deciding upon placing an army of 16,000 blacks, to be officered by Spaniards, to take part in the Moroccan campaign. Mr. Joseph H. Jones has the finest cigar and news stand in the city. The Bee is on sale there. --- 54 A DOZEN Family Quality House 909 7th St Phone M.274 NoBranch Houses Cars to the Northeast Section and Suburbs pass the door. THE ASTORIA PHARMACY Fresh Drugs. Third and G Streets Northwest. Drugs and Preparations always fresh. rhone Main 3252. The Cheapest Drug Store in Town 4th and Massachusetts Ave. N. W. SLATTERY'S PHARMACY Three-Room Flat For desirable tenants, a three-room flat, in a desirable neighborhood; heat, in first-class condition. Apply 516 Tennessee Avenue Northeast. Special Notice Desirable rooms for rent. Suitable for Doctor, Dentist, Dress-maker, Hair-dressing Parlor or Club Rooms. Apply to 1742 14th St. N. W. Reliable help furnished. Positions secured. ROOM AND BOARD Excellent rooms, board if desired, fine locality. Apply at once, 524 T St., N. W. f4 For Rent. Large front room, with bath, unfurnished, with smalls refined family, no children, to respectable colored person. Low rent for right person. Call Sunday or write anything. Mrs. Wilson, 2142 N. Y. Ave. For Rent. Large sunny rooms, with modern conveniences; ladies or gentlemen; board if desired; convenient to all ca lines. Apply to 1109 B St. S. E. f-17-4-t The National Mirror Institute of Beauty Culture 910 F St., N. W. Hair dressing, manucuring, scalp treatment, shampooing, and all branches thoroughly taught by competent instructors, late of N. Y. City. Learn right and face the world. The most pleasant and remunerative occupation. Hiawatha and Ford Dabney. Two of the best moving picture theaters in the city are the Hiawatha and Ford Dabney. They are owned and controlled exclusively by colored men. Everybody goes to these two first-class theaters. A. J. Gaskins. Gaskins' restaurant, at 320 Eighth Street Northwest, is no doubt one of the best places in the city to be accommodated. Mr. Aaron J. Gaskins, a polite and dignified gentleman. He conducts an up-to-date cafe, where dinner parties are served in first-class style. Private dining room for parties of three or more. Anything cooked to order. WONDERFUL RESULTS ON SHORT NOTICE WONDERFUL RESULTS ON SHORT NOTICE I have used your Pomade. Its the best thing I ever used for making curly hair lie sn ooth. I have not finished my first bottle, but can see wonderful results, writes Mrs. Louise E. Hayes of Pineville, S.C. Try Ford's Hair Pomade for harsh stubborn and murky hair and Ford's Royal White Skin Lotion for the complexion. Ask your druggist for them. Be sure and get the genuine (Ford's) manufactured by the Ozonted Ox Marrow Company, Chicago, Ill. For sale by Nichols' Pharmacy, Corner 19th Street and Penn. Ave.; S. A. Richardson & Co., 7th and Q. Sts, N. W.; Morse's Pharmacy, 19th and L Sts. N. W.; W. S. Richardson, 316 Four-and-a-Half St. S. W.; Daniel H. Smith, 25th and Dumbarton Ave., N. W.; J. F. Simpson, corner 7th St. Rhode Island Ave. and R St. N. W.; Singleton's Pharmacy, 20th and E Sts. N. W.; Market Pharmacy, corner 20th and K Sts. N. W.; John R. Major, 716 7th St. N. W.; Ideal Pharmacy, 11th St. and N. Y. Ave. N. W.; R. A. Veitch, corner 20th and M Sts. N. W.; E. E. Cissell, 10th St.; and N. Y. Ave.; W. P. Herbst, Penn. Ave. and 25th St. N. W.; Hutton & Hilton, 22d and L Sts. N. W.; R. W. Duffey, Penn. Ave and 22d St. N. W.; Whiteside Pharmacy, 1921 Pa Ave.; Board & McGuire, corner 9th and 11 Sts.; F. M. Criswell, 1901 7th St. N. W.; Quigley's Pharmacy, corner 21st and G Sts. N. W.; Daw's Drug Store corner 23d and H Sts. N. W.; Howard Pharmacy, 10th and R Sts. N. W. People's Pharmacy, 7th and Mass Ave. N. W. Read The Bee. M. J I F U B R I I I I I In My Friend Iron Dino OUR FRIEND FROM DIXIE. An Entertaining Show This Week J. Leubrie Hill at His Best—Miss Robinson Leading Lady. Those who failed to go to the Howard this week missed a treat. Mr. J. Leubrie Hill, in "Our Friend From Dixie," was shown at his best. There are several new participants in this laughable and entertaining show. Miss Evan Robinson, who formerly assumed the role of social reporter, is now leading lady in this cast. She is just as good in this difficult role as she was in the society reporter; all other stunts she carried out with agreeable satisfaction. Miss Ida Jones takes the rule of society reporter of the Washington Bee. While she is not as catchy as Miss Robinson, she is a great acquisition to the company. Miss Jones is not quite distinct enough in her lines. This is only a friendly suggestion. Jasper Green, which was formerly played by Mr. Louis Mitchell, is assumed by Mr. Sam Green. He is a triapital old man, and is master of his role. He is natural and composed. Brown and Shelton are doing well. Shelton is improving, and his acting this week was faultless. The Bee is of the opinion that Brown is not as good this year as he was last. He doesn't throw that life and gaiety into his character as he formerly did. Miss Marie Wayne assumed the character of Madame Langtree. She was quite dignified. Tiny Ray, Will Brown, Warren Terrant, Engene L. Perkins, who took the part of lawyer, Arthur V. Carr, were up to the standard. These boys who do the several stunts are always entertaining. The chorus and dancing were loudly and enthusiastically applauded. The song by Miss Lucinda Langtree, Miss Avon Robinson, in Act 2, "Going to Have a Good Time While I Can," Miss Robinson was compelled to respond to the calls four times. of this great musical drama is J. Leubrie Hill, who is the author of the play. Mr. Hill is a great actor and planner, and had the former manager of Howard had lastened to Mr. Hill. the Howard Theater would today be equal to any white play house in the city. "Our Friend From Dixie" is the only drama that has been able to resurrect interest in the people to attend the theater. The Bee is an admirer of Mr. Hill and knows his ability, and for this reason only, The Bee commends this play to the people of the United States. The play has a moral. It shows up the good as well as the bad side of Negro life in the South. It demonstrates that the Negro can be just as refined as the white man, and as much of a "nigger" as he is. J. Leubrie Hill is a genius, and his conception of "negro ology" is beyond description. There are many new features added to the play. The jolly grass widow, the woman suffragettes and many other new songs and dances are added, which creates one continuous roar of laughter from beginning to ending. The theater has been packed to suffocation all the week, and not the slightest disturbance or ill feeling existed on the part of the patrons. The ushers are to be complimented for the excellent manner in which they handled the crowd. The management is entitled to commendation, and J. Leubrie Hill is to be congratulated for the great ovation the people of this city tendered him and his excellent company. Cast of Characters. Jasper Green—Sam Gaines. rich colored plantation owner, of Leesburg. Va. Jimmie Moon, country lad, very fly. The Star Jim Jackson Lee. Jasper's son-in-law—Richard Shelton Mandy Lee. Jasper's oldest daughter—J. Leubrie Hill. Bill Simmons—Will Brown. A representative of the Colored Men's Business League, with big ideas. Madam Langtree—Marie Wayne: A jolly grass window of Washington, D. C. Miss Lucinda Langtree, her youngest daughter—Evan Robinson. Miss Lillian Langtree, oldest daughter—Bland Kelly. Katie Krew—Ida Jones. Society Reporter of the Washington "Busy Bee" Old Man Brown—George Howard. Carrie Nation Brown—Edmondia Lewis. President and Treasurer, the Colored Women's Suffragette, also a friend of the Langtrees. Hannah Belmont. Jackson—Oma Crosby Brown. Vice-president and Secretary, the Colored Women's Suffragette, also a friend of the Langtrees. Chaufeur—Warren Terrant, Mose Lewis, prominent lawyer, of Leesburg—Eugene, L. Perkins, Mr. Moore—Arthur V. Carr. Place, Leesburg, Va. Ting, midday Act I.—Scene t. Front of Jasper Green's home Green's home. Act. II.—Scene 1. Front Union Depot, Washington, D. C. Three weeks later. Scene 2. Front of Lucinda's home, Washington, D. C. Afternoon same day. Act III.—Scene 1. Street in Washington. One week later. Scene 2. True Reformer's Hall, Washington, D. C. Same night. Country Lads and Lassies—Chas. Woody, Chas. Olden, Robt. Murry, Toots Davis, Chas. Roberts, William Kelly, Ida Jones, Mable Murray, Nettie Stark, Grace Johnson, Jennie Day, Dottie McCann, Maud Mandleff. Farm Hands—Russell Jenkins, Babe Towsen, Warren Terrant, Geo. Howard, William Hopkins. Old Man's Quartette, Friends of Jasper Green—William Mandleff, 1st tenor; Chas. Olden, 2d tenor; Arthur Carr, baritone; Hamilton White, bass. Spiky—(and Newsboy Quintette)—Chas. Wood, William Kelly, Tiny Ray, Robert Murry. Washington Belles at Miss Lucinda's Tea Party—Grace Spencer, Bertha Wheeler, Mary Ray. National Benefit Association (Continued from page 5.) cess of these enterprises would be conducive to the prosperity of such material concerns as the N. B. A., was the opinion expressed by both speakers. Choice musical selections were rendered by the Metropolitan church choir and solos by Messrs. John T. Layton, E. N. Broadnax, William Braxton and R. W. Stewart, all of which were well received. (The exercises closed with an elaborate banquet in the lecture room, with covers laid for 500 guests. The picture presented was a brilliant one, and will be perpetuated by the photographic genius of Mr. A. N. Scurllock, who was there with his camera. Rev. J. Milton Waldron, pastor of Shiloh Baptist Church, was toastmaster, and many eminent visitors enthusiastically endorsed the work of the National Benefit Association and complimented its hospitable Agents' Club. The officers of this club are: E. N. Broadnax, president; T. B. Mann, vice-president; Miss E. G. Johnson, secretary; Mrs N. B. Brown, assistant secretary; N' Jones, treasurer: Rev. J. D. Wilson, inspector; S. W. Rutherford, chairman of banking committee. The ladies of the N. B. A. home office and field force acted as usher in the auditorium, and the delightful menu at the banquet was served by the ladies of the church. Synopsis. Chorus and Dancers. The occasion was a brilliant success from every point of view, and promises to be epocal in the history of the N. B. A. It is proposed to make the affair an annual business revival among the colored citizens of the District. Program. Music, Organ Prelude, Selected- Prof. W. H. Braxton. Music—Metropolitan A. M. F Church Choir, Selected—Prof. J. T Layton, director. Address of Welcome—Dr. I Ross. Response—Mr. R. W. Stewart, manager, Washington branch. Music—Solo, Selected—Mr. E \ Broadnax. Address—Social Settlement Work and its Influence for Good—John R. Francis, M. D. Music—Solo, Selected—Mr. R. W. Stewart. Address—The Need of a Well-Equipped Y. M. C. A. for Our Boys—Mr. Louis E. Johnson, local secretary, Y. M. C. A. Music—Solo, Selected—Prof. J. T. Layton. Address—Organization Indispensable—Hon. S. W. Rutherford, secretary of the company. Introduction of Visitors Presiding Officer—Judge R. II. Terrell. Ushers—Ladies of the N. B. A home office and field force. Sued by His Former Wife. Major John R Lynch, U. S. A., retired, a former Congressman, has been made defendant in a suit filed in the District Supreme Court by Mrs. Ella W. Dunham, a former wife, who seeks to recover possession of real estate in the District worth $5,800, which she alleges he holds in trust for her. The bill, which was filed through Attorneys Wilton J Lamber and R M. H. Yeatman, avers that the plantiff was married to Major Lynch in 1884, and that in 1900 she conveyed to him the property in question, with the understanding that he should hold it in trust for her and their daughter, Miss Alice Lynch. It is alleged that there has been a breach of trust, and the court is asked to dissolve it and order the reconveyance of the realty to her. Mrs. Dunham's maiden name was Ella W Somerville W. CALVIN CHASE. What Great Men Think of Him in Contrast to What Thieves, Blacklegs and Demagogues Think of Him. 217 American Trust Bldg. Cleveland, O., Feb. 19, 1912. Hon W. Calvin Chase, Washington, D. C. My Dear Bro. Chase: I am delighted to note your success in being elected to the next National Republican Convention; and I hereby heartily congratulate you. It is well to have a man, at the front, who has ideas and convictions, and, above all, the intelligence and courage to express them both. You are a success. Old Boy, persevere. Chase Succeeds Perry Carson. (From the American, Oklahoma.) One of the few opportunities for voting that the residents of the District of Columbia possess is that of electing delegates to the national Republican and Democratic conventions. The franchise was denied Negro citizens a number of years ago because the late Boss Shepard, a political boss, was maintained in power through their votes. Shepard merits commendation for laying the foundation upon which Washington City now bears the title of being one of the most beautiful cities in the world, but condemnation on the other hand, on account of the stupendous frauds and peculations in his handling of municipal funds in the recent election of national Republican delegates. W. Calvin Chase, editor of The Bee, and Aaron Bradshaw, Taft supporters, were arrayed against Sidney Bieher and John R. Wilder, the latter a former prominent office holder at Columbia, S. C., and running on an "uninstructed platform." In this war of the ballots methods were used like those of by gone days in New York and Baltimore, and long con- ANNOUNCEMENT THE BOOKS OF THE PALATIAL IRON STEAMER ANGLER. 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