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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 VOL. XXXII NO 47 WASHINGTON, D. C., SATURDAY APRIL 27, 1912 Report Adopted Exonerating Bruce Ministers Alliance Stand by Bruce. Black Eye to the Colored Board Members. The Eyangelican Ministers' Alliance of Washington and Vicinity, met at Calvary Episcopal Church on Monday, April 22. The main business of the meeting was, of course, the report of the special committee on the "Bruce case." This fact brought out a larger number of members than usual. But, the whole meeting so far in this case was concerned, was wrapped in secrecy. Not a word of the proceedings, not a syllable of the committee's long heralded report was ever to get to the public. The demand for secrecy came from Drs. Waldron and Garner. But, secrets are like murders; they will out. This "Bruce case" has been agitating the ministerial body for weeks and months, thanks to the animosities, office seeking, obstinacy and nonsense of two or three agitators. Time and again Waldron and Garner have tried to whip the ministers into adopting resolutions of one sort or another, which would have the effect of endorsing the stand taken by the three colored members of the Board of Education against the Assistant Superintendent. It seems that Mr. Bruce did not appoint Garner to a position as attendance officer, which Congress never created; and it seems that Bruce offended Waldron. But, every time Drs. Waldron and Garner have tried to use the Alliance to "get back" at Bruce, their machine has slipped a dog or busted a tire. The ministers have refused to be whipped and driven into acting against their own consciences and the evident facts. In one of the earlier meetings of the Alliance, Rev. Wm. V. Tunnell, one of the three colored members of the Board of Education, was present and read the long paper against Bruce, which he had prepared for an executive session of the board. But at that meeting and at every meeting since that one, Dr. Waldron and his handfull of knockers got a lemon for their pains which lemon was as sour as it was short of juice. The meeting on Monday, was expected to be a grand finale with Waldron and Garner playing the footlights. And it was, but these two were not playing the finale. The special committee had practically been chosen as Waldron et al—the et al., of course, being inelogent Garner—wishes it chosen. In other words, these alleged disciples of the God of Love and the Prince of Peace practically succeeded, so they thought, in packing the committee politician-wise. But, the members of the committee showed themselves to be men of character and intelligence; they refused to be driven like slaves by Waldron, et al. The report of the special committee was at last read amid silence most breathless. A member of the cloth who sat nearly eight yards away from Waldron reports that Waldron's heart pounded like a trip hammer throughout the intoning of the report. Everybody had to admit that the report was a very able one. It went on to say that the committee found itself without facts with which to begin their work, and therefore determined to go forth and seek them from the best authorities. Rev. Tunnell referred them to Mr. Richard R. Horner for information; so did Madam Will Harris. And to Horner as the representative of the three colored members but not of the 90,000 colored people of this city, the committee went. Facts the not-near Recorder of Deeds gave them not. But eloquence of the two-for-a-nickel variety he handed out with liberal hand. One clergyman said: "He pounded like a blacksmith to enforce his points; to be impressive he played tunes upon his facial muscles like a contortionist; and he yelled like a derwish". But, facts, facts, facts—these he had none. After getting out of Mr. Horner all that he knew and all that he did not know and all that he had been told, the committee had conferences with Capt. J. F. Oyster, president of the school board, and with Superintendent of Schools Davidson. These conferences dealt entirely with facts for facts are enough. The committee found that Assistant Superintendent Bruce had never at any time in the whole nine months during which the three colored members of the board had him under the microscope and the searchlight, then under charges according to the rules of the school board. And that in those nine long months not one of th three colored members had put a single charge in writing over his own signature. The so-called charges were stale "ceases" that had been up and had been settled, shelved, and disposed of long ago by Superintendent Stuart, and the school board. It was all dead dope. It seems that somebody must have taken the new superintendent for a Reuben and tried to palm off shop-worn goods upon him. But, Superintendent Davidson is as bright as the brightest, and as sound as the proverbial dollar. The committee found that the three colored members had absolutely nothing whatever to complain of, and that they had been treated by their fellow members, not only with cour- tesy, but with charm. The committee found that there was naught left for them as honest men and ministers of the gospel to say except that the persecution of Assistant Superintendent Bruce ought to quit and that the interests of the colored children of Washington ought to come to the core. The committee seems to have felt that it would be a mighty nice thing for the colored people of this burg if their "representatives" upon to school board would stop specializing upon Bruce and give some of their time and attention to the welfare of the school children. The Bee is short of space this week and cannot reprint the whole discussion which followed the reading of the report. Enough to say that Waldron bellowed. Garner cried like a baby, and the ministerial body mowed them down with facts, reasons, dignity and good sense—and also votes. The entire ministerial body voted to sustain the committee's report, with the negligible exception of Dr. Waldron, Reverend Garner, and an unknown mullity who had been imported for the one purpose of voting. The whole ministerial body did the manly thing, the decent thing. They were unaffected by the brain-storming of Waldron and the harm-storming of Garner; they voted like men and patriots and ministers of the gospel of our Lord and Savior. The committee's report was hidden away and locked up so that the Angel Gabriel couldn't get a copy; and there is a padlock on the mouth of every member of the Evangelical Ministers' Alliance of Washington and Vicinity. But, of course, The Bee had a representative in the meeting, though not exactly of it; and if you try to hide facts of public importance from the reportorial staff of the national weekly, you'll be stung—remember that! So, The Bee presents to its readers in the above report everything of any importance that happened. Secrecy shall not hide the brainstorming of Waldron and the barnstorming of Garner and the fact that the Ministers' Alliance refused to be whipped and kicked and bullyragged into doing an injustice. Anniversary Celebration. Just one year ago Miss Celia Cannon, of Garfield, got together in four weeks Azara Council, J. O. St. Luke. It was set apart by Special Organizer and Past Deputy Julia Mason Layton Last Wednesday night this council, manned by Miss Cannon, celebrated their first anniversary. Azara has increased in membership—has paid all its indebtedness and has a sung bank account. It was planned that on the evening of the anniversary they would rally and see how much they could add to the important item at bank. With less than half of the members reporting, nearly $00 was put on the table—several deaths in Garfield and the many sick, prevented many making their returns. It is expected that over $150 will be the mark when the last roll is called. A most pleasing program followed. Prof. J. Harris, Lewis, principal of Garfield school, who is advocate of this council, acted as master of cereonies. Revs. Naylor, of the A. M. J. Church, Rev. Hillery, presiding elder of the C. M. E. Church, and Rev Jesse Taylor, of the Baptist church were present, also Prof. and Mrs John T. Layton. Rev. Hillery, in most fitting terms, presented Miss Celia Cannon, on behalf of her council, with a most beautiful bouquet—the response was replete in every particular. Addresses were made by Mrs. Layton, Prof. Lewis, and Rev. Naylor. The hall was most beautifully decorated with palms and cut flowers. At the close all sat down to a table loaded with the delicacies of the season. Too much praise can not be given to these brave, earnest men and women of Garfield in their efforts to build up the Order of St. Luke and further the work for the advancement of the race. LIBERTY BAPTIST Followers, not Leaders. Rev. E. B. Gordon preached the anniversary sermon at Rev. Toliver's church last Sunday morning, to a large congregation. It was a very eloquent sermon, and the singing by the choir and the noral decorations added greatly to the occasion. Rev. Toliver has been pastor of Liberty Bantist Church for thirteen years. He has a membership of thirteen hundred, and it was only 250 when he took charge. It was supposed that Attorney Robert L. Waring was to be baptized last Sunday morning, but on account of his mother could not arrive in time. It was deferred to another day. One or two others were baptized, however. Rev. Gordon spoke on leadership, which seemed to enlighten Rev. Toliver's imagination, because in speaking after the close of Rev. Gordon's sermon, the Rev. Toliver said, looking in the direction of the people, that if there are any who want to join the church or be baptized, and are willing to be followers and not leaders, they are welcome to join, but if there are any that think that they are to be leaders and join this church to be leaders, they are sadly mistaken. Bro Waring had his eyes fixed steadily in the face of Rev. Toliver. It was a very significant remark for the revenge end gentleman, which The Bee would have taken to itself if it had presented itself for baptism or membership. The Bee is the people's paper. Why don't you have it sent to your home? M. H. HON EDWARD BRUCH MOORE, Commissioner of Patents. Commissioner of Patents—A Staunch Friend of the Colored American—A Man Without Prejudice. There is one man in the Department of the Interior who looks through the same glass in 'sizing up all people. There are no sun spots on those glasses, either, hence everybody looks alike to him. It is refreshing to colored American citizens as well as surprising to find a man in the government departments that some of the departments who can not see or recognize merit in one class of American citizens. In many of the departments it is impossible for a colored man or woman to obtain a promotion. The Bee, however, is pleased to state that Hon. Edward Bruce Moore, Commissioner of Patents, is a man beyond color prejudice and all he wants with any of his employees is to do their duty. He has been particularly fair and just to all classes of his employees, regardless of color or condition. He has shown and does show the same consideration to colored employees as he does toward white, but he will not tolerate any man or woman who fails to do his or her duty, no matter what his or her color may be. To meet this distinguished official is to respect him, to know him is to be grateful to him for his fairness. No one but a vicious and evil mind would say that he discriminates against colored employees. If every official in the many government departments were like Mr. Moore the colored people would have no cause to complain. There are in many departments of the government understroppers or petty bosses who imagine that they are greater than their chief, and very often arogate to themselves superior power and authority. It is not so with the Commissioner of Patents. With but one exception Commissioner Moore is the pride of every employee under him, and when promotions are handed out by the administration The Bee would be gratified as well as the people, to see Mr. Moore a Cabinet officer. (Special to The Bee.) Fort Russell, Wyoming. The barracks of Company E. Ninth Cavalry, was crowded to its utmost capacity by the officers and soldiers of the Ninth Cavalry and the citizens of Cheyenne, to hear an address by Dr. James E. Shepard, of Durham. At the close of his great speech on "Life," Dr. Shepard was given a remarkable ovation. Chaplain Geo. W. Priolean introduced the speaker in a noteworthy speech. Dr. Shepard is the only living civilian who has been honored to be invited to deliver an address before the officers and men of the Ninth Cavalry—onely one other Negro was ever so honored, the late Bishop Grant. It was a notable event at the Fort, and the boys will never forgetDr. Shepard. Dr. Shepard was accompanied from Denver by the Rev. Dr. D. E. Over, pastor of the Zion Baptist Church. They were met at the station by Chaplain Priolean and Bandmaster Hammond and driven to the beautiful home of the chaplain. Many were the expressions that Dr. Shepard might return. A Good President. Attorney A. D. Washington, of the Bethel Literary, has given the people a fine literary this year. He deserves special mention and commendation. Mr. Washington has been fair and just to everybody who has attended the litera In Denver. THE FILTHY LUGRE He Had the Goods on Him—Will Sell Their Birthright. To the Editor of The Bee: I very much regret to see the statements in your widely circulated paper that some, or one of our preachers, who seemingly have felt themselves divinely called upon to redeem the Negro race along political lines, have been caught napping. I have always been of the opinion that a minister of the gospel should take some part in the political affairs of this country, for, the Bible tells us that when the wicked rule the pulpit mourn, and when the righteous rule the people rejoice. Hence it is the duty of the ministers to advise their people against supporting a man to rule over them whose deeds can be fairly questioned as being just. But most of the Negro preachers, it is to be regretted, think that there is nothing more important than the taking up of a collection. When they have finished with their sermon the very next thing with them is the collection. So, in dabbling in politics, they soon forget about the welfare of their race, and they at once make a break to some political headquarters—he it Democrat or Republican—and call for the usual collection. Shame! And this reminds us of the fact that Joseph was sold into Egypt by his brethren. Ah, for nearly a half century the colored race—this race of ours—has been sold by its own brethren. We have long since lost faith in many of the Negro politicians; and now, what of the preacher? Are their actions so soon becoming of such that we be in danger to follow them? God forbid that we, as a race, must tarry in the wilderness many more years waiting and watching in vain for the true pillar of cloud by day and pillar of fire by night. The love of money and easy jobs lead unto the political wilderness, and, unless there is a great change, we are destined to remain there for some years to come. Just such actions, Mr. Editor, as spoken of in The Bee, are the very things that cause the white man to have such little faith in the stability of the colored race. Let us seek the right path and pursue it. He that tries to reach the top of the ladder by crushing our people will find in us a foe. Better get right, Mr. Preacher politician, or else, in the language of General Grant, this writer will "move upon your works." The Booklovers' Club. The closing meeting of the Booklovers' Club for the present season was held at the home of Mrs. Henry E. Baker, on Sherman Avenue, Saturday evening, the 20th instant. The season's work has included a very interesting study on sociology, to which a helpful impetus was given by a lecture before the club in last October by Prof. W. E. B. DuBois, in which he gave a comprehensive outline of the whole subject. At the closing meeting Saturday evening, Miss Lucinda Cook, of the Baltimore High School, gave a very structured chart talk on Education and Sociology, and after a brief discussion of the subject by the club, a quick shift was made for "sociology" to "sociability," and a delightful hour was spent around the festive board in recounting the pleasant experiences of the year's work. The hostess of the evening had provided not only an ample supply of delicate refreshments, but also a number of delightfully unique sur- J. C. CUNNINGHAM. priss in the shape of a parting souvenir for each guest, accompanied by an appropriate home-made limerick. Miss Lucinda Cook was elected president to succeed Mrs. Baker, who e two-year term expired with that meeting, and Miss Marion P. Shadd was elected secretary, to succeed Mrs. A. F. Hilger. The new president announced that Mrs. Baker, Mrs. Coralle F. Cook and Mrs. Bettie G. Francis would constitute the committee to arrange the program for the ensuing year's work. In addition to the members of the club, the invited guests were Mrs. Julia Purnell Brown, of Cheney, Mrs. James B. Smith, of Troy, and Mrs. Nettie Langston Napier, of Nashville Abdul Baha on Religious Unity. Abdul Baha Abbas, the leader of the Baha movement for the worldwide religious unity, has been in the city. Through the missionary work of Mrs. Christian D. Helmick (Mrs. A. C. Burney that was), quite a colony of colored Bahaists has been developed in Washington, and these earnest disciples gave their patron saint an especially warm reception. On Tuesday evening the venerable prophet addressed a large audience at Metropolitan A. M. E. Church, in connection with the Bettel Literary Society. At noon Tuesday, the Abdul spoke to the students of Howard University. The principal advocate of the Bahai faith in this city is Mr. Louis C. Gregory, a brilliant young lawyer and government official, whose zeal in the work was so obsorbing that he made a comprehensive tour of Egypt and the Holy Land to study at first hand the history and philosophy of this remarkable cult. The Behai belief is that universal peace can come only through the harmony of all religions, and that all religions are basically one. Its consistent espousal of the "fatherhood of God and the brotherhood of man" is causing the new faith to find considerable favor among many of our leading people. Its white devotees, even in this prejudice-ridden community, refuse to draw the color line. The informal meetings, held frequently in the fashionable mansion of the cultured society in Sheridan Circle, Dupont Circle, Connecticut and Massachusetts avenues, have been open to Negroes on terms of absolute equality. The liberality of the Bahai-t faith is evidenced in the fact that one can be of any known religious denomination, and yet maintain good standing as a disciple of Bahai. Christian Endeavor Mrs. G. C. Campbell, wife of the preident of Inneslide Seminary, at Burkeville, Va., will address the Christian Endeavor Society of the Fifteenth Street Presbyterian Church Sunday at 5 o'clock. Mrs. Campbell, with her husband, spent six years as a missionary in the wilds of Africa, and her talk is looked forward to with interest and pleasure. A special musical program by the Endeavor choir, which made its initial appearance last Sunday, will be re-dered. Rev. Jordan. Rev. L. G. Jordan. of Louisville, Ky. arrived in the city Wednesday afternoon to attend the National Negro anti-administration conference. In the West. Denver, Colo., April 21 Dr. James E. Shepard addressed the white citizens in this great city tonight. He made a great impression. Dr. Shepard is a great orator. He left for Salt Lake City, and from there he will go to Los Angeles, Cal., where he will speak on the 27th. Bethol Literary Announcement. Better Literary Announcement Mr. Walter Dyson, instructor in Howard University, will give a stereo- cepticon lecture on the Panama Canal next Tuesday night at Metropo- olitan A. M. E. Church. Admission will be free. Davis vs. Davis. The divorce case of Mrs. Helen Davis against her husband Charles Davis, was before Examiner in Chancery L. M. King Wednesday afternoon Attorneys W. Calvin Chase and M. T. Clinkscales represent the plaintiff. Mrs. Davis, and Attorney R. R. Horner represents Charles Davis, the husband. DEVOTED TO GENERAL INTERES (Cornell University has selected as one of the six speakers in oratory for the coveted Woodford prize, James B. Clarke, colored. His subject will be "The American Student and the Peace Movement." It is said colored ladies of New Bedford, Mass., own and conduct entirely a home for the aged, which admits the aged of both races. The home is a two story brick, and after being paid for these ladies have to their credit $5,000 in government bonds; $5,000 in railroad stock, and $15,000 in bank. Former Senator Chauncey Depew celebrated his seventy-eighth birthday last Tuesday, and was the recipient of hundreds of congratulatory messages. In replying to them he announced that it was his ambition to live to be one hundred years old. Prof. Kelly Miller, delivered an address before the Baltimore Literary and Historical Society, of Baltimore, Md. His theme was higher education. Prof. Miller, as usual, was instructive and interesting. Mrs. B. M. Sykes, of Spokane, Washington, is serving on the jury there. She is the second colored lady who has served. Lieut. Col. Frank Bridgeman, the oldest army officer in the United States, died April 20, in Coronado, Cal., at the age of 92 years. Women suffrage workers in Little Rock, Ark., have drawn the color line by adopting a resolution recommending that the ballot be refused colored women. Representative W B. Francis, of Ohio, has proposed a resolution giving a medal to officers of the Carpathia for rescuing the Titanic victims. The medal is to hear the following inscription "In appreciation of their gallant and heroic conduct in rescuing more than 700 persons from the wreck of the Titanic on the 13th day of April, 102." Mrs. Julie Formento, of Loma, Colorado, has been notified that she is to receive an award of $1,000 annually from the Carnegie Commission as a reward for the bravery of her husband, who lost his life in the rescue of 200 miners in the Cherryville, Ill.; horror last November. Dr Wilhelm Paszkowski, director of the scientific information bureau of the University of Berlin, Germany, is at the New Willard. The German scholar is a well known authority on scientific and historic works, and will deliver several lectures in this city. Mrs. Winifred Farrell, who celebrated her 10th birthday last December in Newark, N. J., is said to be the oldest woman in New Jersey. A number of influential Silberians are petitioning the ministry of education in St. Petersburg, to allow women to be admitted to the medical faculty in the University of Toholsk. The netitioners point out a wide field for women doctors in Siberia, where it is often difficult for settlers to get medical aid A world-wide system of wireless communication for the American navy to include stations in Panama, Southern California, Hawaii, Guam, Samoa and the Philippines, at a total cost of $1,000,000, will be authorized by a naval appropriation bill agreed upon by the House Committee on Naval Affairs. Dictor Bertillon, famous in connection with the finger-print system of identification, has invented an electrical apparatus which will enable magistrates to conclude the efforts made by burglars to break open a door. Doctor Bertillon claims that with his new machine one will be able to say whether the thief or burglar is a man, woman or child. As a result of a baseball benefit game between the Giants$ regulars, and Highlanders, recruits, $9,425.25 was raised. The money will go to the relief of destitute survivors of the Titanic. Hail storms in Alabama did $10,000 damage. This month there was the largest hail storm there in forty-two years. Received a Royal Reception. Rev. William A. Taylor, D. D., of Newport News, Va., preached an eloquent sermon at the Mt. Jezreel Baptist Church of this city, Sunday, April 21st. This church is without a pastor, and the congregation is enthusiastic over Dr. Taylor. He is one of the leading Baptist ministers of this country. Sunday evening he was entertained by Rev. and Mrs. J. D. Fortune. of 1636 23th street Northwest, and later at Mrs. Jennie Dewey's. 1606 Vermont Avenue Northwest. Attorney Jabez Lee took Dr. Taylor sightseeing Monday. He returned to Newport News, Va., on the evening of the same day. Mrs. Jennie Williams, of Phoebus, Va., one of the social stars of her town, spent last Sunday, April 21, with Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Parks, of 321 You Street Northwest, LeDroit Park. 33d Anniversary No good citizen should miss being in the 33d anniversary edition of The Bee next June. How the Reptile May Have Got Its Reputation For Being Immune Against Fire. There is a very ancient belief that the reptile known as the salamander is proof against fire. It is not known how this superstition had its rise, but it will probably always continue to be held by some people, although it has been conclusively shown that the fire-proof qualities of the creature exist only in imagination. Dr. Stejneger, reptilian expert at the Smithsonian institution, tells a story which may furnish a reason for the continuance of the belief in question. "Once I was camping out," he says, "with a party of friends, hunting and fishing. We had' lighted a big fire, using for fuel several old logs. While we were seated around watching the progress of some cookery in which we were engaged a young lady at my side gave a little scream and pointed into the flames. I looked, and there was a small salamander crawling right out from among the glowing embers. It walked away unhurt and made its escape. "Now, that salamander had occupied a hole in one of the logs used for fuel. Several species of its kind live in old tree trunks. Doubtless this one found that it was getting uncomfortably hot and crawled out. Being molst and slimy, its body was protected from injury by fire long enough to enable it to escape through the embers. But the sight of the lizard deliberately making its appearance from the midst of the fire was certainly very surprising. Any ignorant person might easily have been led to imagine that the creature was fireproof. It seemed to me quite probable that the superstition took its origin from just such occurrences."—New York World. MEN WHO MAKE SAFES. Closely Watched After They Resign or Are Discharged. A number of years ago two prospective safe breakers succeeded in obtaining employment in two different safe factories, worked over a period of years in the various departments, gained all the information that they desired and, subsequently working together, managed to battle the safemakers by their skill in opening complicated safes in different parts of the country. The police were at loss to understand how the safes had been opened, and only upon the apprehension of the two men several years later was it learned that the jobs had not been "inside" ones, as was originally suspected, but had really been the work of two men who had been initiated into the mysteries of safecraft and had put their knowledge to criminal use. This put the safemakers on their guard, and an exceedingly complicated system was immediately put into force, whereby not only was the pedigree of every workman looked into closely, but the work among the employees was so separated that no one man or two men could gather enough information about a safe to put it to dangerous use afterward. Furthermore, when an employee is discharged or when he voluntarily leaves his position his actions are watched, and, although safe companies refuse to discuss this particular point. It is a matter of record that any former employee of a safe company who is possessed of intimate information regarding the secrets of that company's safes is kept under constant surveillance.-Harper's Weekly. Our Modern Factory Spoon. For our modern factory made spoon the stock is first rolled and cross rolled to get the graded thickness that is needed. The spoon outline is then obtained by means of cutting out dies. The blanks thus formed are struck up by another set of dies, which ornament the front and back and even bend the spoon into its proper shape, at the same time stamping the required "sterling" and the maker's mark. If a spoon is made by this latest of processes the sterling mark can be found raised on the surface instead of incised, as was the case when the marking was done separately. Handicraft. Casualties of the Cradle. The burden of Prussia's military state, not spared even to the babes in their cradles, has proved too much for some of the younger members of the royal families. In "The House of Hohenzollern" Mr. Brayley Hodgetts mentions that the two sons whom the first crown princess of Prussia bore her husband (at the beginning of the eighteenth century) both died in their cradles, one from a nervous shock caused by the salute from heavy guns with which his arrival was heralded and the other from the burden of a golden crown which was placed on his head after baptism. Coin Profiles. Where a face is used on a piece of money it is always in profile, because the cameo is more readily struck with the die in that manner and if a full or three-quarter face were represented the nose of the gentleman or lady would get damaged in circulation and produce a ridiculous effect. Stayed That Way. "Hello, Stubbs! Haven't seen you for months. The last time we met, I remember, you were trying to break into literature. Did you succeed?" "Yes, and I've been broke ever since."—Boston Transcript. To fret and fume is undignified, suicidally foolish and theologically unpardonable—Robert Louis Stevenson. In Italy Dealers Have Brought the Art of Forgery of Old Curios to Perfection. There are dealers in curios, a crafty set of tradesmen, all over Europe, but it is in Italy that they have carried the art of deceit and forgery, the substitution of modern products for ancient, to the acme of perfection. Verona, Venice, Siena and Rome swarm with shops in which lurk these dealers in the antique, and they are keen to spot any American that may pass their way. Next to the American in guiltility is the Englishman, but he does not so freely give up his money. Sir James Yoxall, the English connoisseur, thus describes one of these dealers: "He knew how to crackle new irvories by bolling them like eggs, how to cook new pictures in the oven, how to smoke new prints and how to green new bronzes with nitrate of potassium. It was so amusing to see the things age in a minute! He would bring a new earthenware dish out of the over, burning hot, and plunge it into iced oil; result, contraction, chill—chilblains, so to speak—and the enamel all cracked into the wrinkles of age. And then he would rub the surface upon a dirty paving stone till signs of wear and tear appeared that might quit anybody. "As for pictures, it was easy to find an old canvas or an old panel for a Lorenzo. It was when the artist's work was over that the real science and art began—first of all, a wash of varnish that had been colored with sepia; next, on the more raised portions, rubbings with licorice juice to attract the files. He could even imitate fly marks with india ink. A few drops of salty water left on the canvas would produce moldiness and mildew. A needle deftly used would cover the picture with a network of cracks." THE BANK OF ENGLAND. Classed as a Tavern and Has the Right to Retail Beer. In the census records of the city of London the Bank of England is classed as a tavern. This is because it has the right in common with some other old established city businesses to sell beer by retail. The power to do this was granted it by charter under the great seal in 1694, and it has never been taken away from it. The bank could therefore, if it chose, start in business as a public house tomorrow, or it could send round a special "Bank of England brand" of, say, bottled stout, delivered in its own drays, at your door, with a facsimile of the chief cashler's signature on the label of each bottle as a guarantee of purity. The dean and chapter of St. Paul's cathedral can also lay claim to a similar privilege, with the right, in addition, to brew their own beer. Paul's brew house formerly stood at the corner of the entrance to Doctor's commons from the churchyard, and an average of between 60,000 and 70,000 gallons of "strong ale" were brewed there every year. The sale of this, however, was confined to the cathedral precincts. They must have been thirsty souls, those old time ecclesiastics. But, then, it must be remembered that in those days tea and coffee were unknown and beer was drunk at every meal. Even very little children had their allowance, two quart's a day, sent up to the nursery regularly each morning from the buttery below.—Pearson's Weekly. Trade In Skeletons: The principal center for the distribution of articulated skeletons for purposes of study by the medical profession is in Paris, from which point they are shipped to every part of the globe. The price of a well mounted articulated skeleton varies from $50 to $300. This difference has little to do with the condition of the subject while alive. In the cheap skeletons only the barest framework is offered, but in the expensive specimens every detail is worked out with sedulous care, and often both the nervous and the circulatory systems are shown.—Cincinnati Commercial Tribune. A Preference. "After all," said Mrs. Oldcastle as they were returning from the picture gallery to the drawing room, "I think my preference is for Botticelli." "Well," replied her hostess. "I can't say that mine is. For me it doesn't seem that there's anything to beat good old, fashioned raspberry jam."—Chicago Record-Herald. "That editor is terribly slow at reading manuscript." "Think so? Why. I know the time he went through twelve stories in less than a minute." "Gracious! When was that?" "When the elevator broke."—Philadelphia Press. "My tallor always has a touch of the appropriate in his work." "Yes; I've known him to press mourning suits with sadirons."—Baltimore American. Fitting Procedure If you want money, go to strangers. If you want advice, go to friends. If you want nothing, go to relations. Lippincott's. Prosperity is a great teacher; adversity is a greater. Possession pampers the mind; privation trains and strengthens it. The "Untouchables," Whose Life Is Spent In the Lowest Depth of Human Woe. The "untouchables" of India reside in little huts made of palm leaves or mud, without windows, and with a single doorway, usually so small that even a child must stoop in order to enter it, containing absolutely no furniture, except a few rudely baked earthen pots and pans. Generally there is no bedstead of any kind, the whole family sleeping huddled up on the bare dirt floor, which is commonly plastered with cow dung. A few rags cover their persons, and these are worn night and day. Their financial condition precludes eating more than one meal a day, and this oftener than not is far from hunger appeasing and is seldom calculated to appeal to the palate. For this wretched existence they must work hard and long hours. On account of the filthy condition in which they live disease is rampant among them. According to the last census, eighty-eight out of every 100,000 people of the depressed classes are afflicted with leprosy. In the matter of education they are as deficient as they are in every other virtue. According to the report of the director general of public instruction of Bombay, barely five out of 1,000 of the pariah children of the presidency of school going age attend school. In one word, these fifty-three odd millions of Hindus are not only socially but also intellectually, physically, financially and morally submerged.—Saint Nihal Slugh in Southern Workman. · FREEZES THE LUNGS. When Intensely Cold Air Is Breathed In Through the Mouth. "I asked an Alaskan pioneer who was crossing to his old home in Sweden what happened when the thermometer goes down to 60 and 80 degrees below zero," said a Seattle man. "At 60 degrees below," he said, "the exposed ears, hands or nose will freeze in going a quarter of a mile under ordinary circumstances, but the children go to and come from school as usual without suffering from the cold, provided their faces and hands are protected. "They soon get used to it. But caution must be used to avoid drawing the cold air into the lungs, and it is dangerous to breathe, through the mouth. More die from pneumonia brought on by freezing the lungs in that way than from any other form of exposure. Horses are protected by breathing bags, which extend down from the nose of the animal about eighteen inches and are open at the bottom. The breath which is exhaled warms the air in the bag before it is inhaled and drawn into the lungs. And men wear a 'parky' or headdress which extends over the face and affords similar protection. "In the Canadian districts the northwest mounted police regulate the treatment of horses on the freight wagons and stage lines in a most humane manner, so as to prevent them from suffering in this way."—Washington Herald. Slavery In Scottish Mines. Slavery In Scottish Mines. Slavery lingered in the Scottish mine until the very eve of the nineteenth century. Mr. Hackwood, in "The Good Old Times," draws a picture of the Scottish miner's unhappy lot in the past: "From about the year 1445 until 1775 the miners of Scotland were bought and sold with the soil. It is stated in old chronicles that bloodhounds were kept to trace them if they left their employment and to aid in bringing them back. By statute law miners were bound to work all days in the year except Paschal and Yule, and if they did not work they were to be 'whipped in the bodies for the glory of God and for the good of their masters.' Not until 1775 was the first law passed in an attempt to better this state of things, but it was 1799 ere the law gave the working miner of Scotland his complete freedom."—London Chronicle. The Word "Terse." "Terse" is a word that has an understood meaning nowadays. Shadwell in the fourth act of "The Humorists" (1671) put this question into the mouth of one of his characters: "Must I stay till by the strength of terse claret you have wet yourself into courage?" It is probably an allusion to what is still sometimes called "Dutch courage"—bravery inspired by alcohol. Claret was in those times imported in "tierces," and "terse" may be a condensed form of that word; also "terse claret" may have been a drink that did its business without any circumlocution, like the terse speaker or writer. Circular Plates All our plates are circular in shape. Now, a square or oval plate would be just as convenient. Is there any reason why plates should be of their present shape? It seems that if we dip into the far past we may discover the cause. Our remote ancestors ate their food off flat pieces of wood cut from a tree trunk. The tree trunk being cylindrical in shape, the earliest plates were therefore roughly circular; and the shape has been used ever since. Taking Her Down Miss Elderbud (triumphant)—Just think of it! At the ball last night I listened to five declarations of love. Her Friend—How mean of you, Alice! Who was the pretty girl you were sitting near?—Boston Transcript. Good breeding is a letter of credit all over the world. Goldheim says English cut clothes are riding on a great wave of popularity this spring with the young men. And it is to these young men we are addressing this particular advertisement. Almost every tailor in this country is endeavoring to make these narrow shoulder, unpadded English coats, but only a few—a very few—have mastered the art. We have succeeded because we have concentrated our efforts along these lines for a number of months past. We not only say we can produce a perfect-fitting, gracefully-draped English model suit, but we guarantee our work to you or ask no pay. Can we do more? As a Special Easter Offering We Feature a Suit, Made to Measure, for Never before has any one establishment shown so many attractive fabrics at such an attractive price. We have scoured the woolen markets for extraordinary values which we could offer at this extraordinary price. Our efforts were well rewarded, and now we show all the novelty cloths, as well as the staple blues and blacks, which we will tailor to your measure for as little as $20. And, remember, we guarantee the fit or we ask no pay. If you are not quite decided as to what style or what pattern you want for this spring, we offer our wide experience and extensive displays to aid you. LEON'S LIQUID POMADE T. H. An Excellent Perfumed Toilet Preparation Will Soften and Invigorate Your Hair . Leon's Liquid Pomade is an excellent hair dressing. Softens and invigorates the hair, removes dandruff, and relieves irritated scalp, giving rich, long and luxurious hair. It is the best preparation you can use on your head. Perfectly harmless, and can be used every day if desired. For sale by all druggists, or drop us a card if your druggist does not carry it. SOCIAL SERVICE LUNCH NEVER CLOSED LADIES' TABLE 1531 14th St. N. W. Washington, D. C. LADIES' NURSE MADAME K. L. COLEMAN Ladies' Nurse 3335 Sherman Avenue N. W. Phone Columbia 466. THE HOME OF GOOD CHEER and Satisfaction. All Beverages Absolutely pure at New Jersey Ave and L St. N. W. Washington, D. C. The Young Man's Tailor LIQUID PO med Toilet Preparation All Soften and Invigorate Your Hair is an excellent hair dressing. Softens and scalp, giving rich, long and luxurious hair on you can use on your head. Perfectly ha the Red Top. PRICE 15 CENTS. M. LEON GOLDSMITH CO. 429 R Street N. W., Washington, D. C. St.RegisHotel 1832 14th Street N. W. Near the corner of 14th and T. In the heart of the quietest and most refined neighborhood. The finest and best equipped house, owned and operated by colored management. Our rooms and apartments represent the standard of comfort and beauty. Dining room, finest in the city. Quick and polite service. Reasonable rates. Ice cream and soda fountain. GRACE T. MERCER. Printing. 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. To the Druggist: This coupon is redeemable for 5c. from your local jobber. Druggist's Name..... Address.... This coupon and 10c. is good for a 15c. bottle of Leon's Liquid Pomade at all druggists. Please sign name and address below. Name..... Address..... Date.... Hair and invigorates the hair, removes hair. Very harmless, and can be used every does not carry it. C. 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. BEST IN THE CITY. Why do you go elsewhere and buy your ice cream when you can get better at Murrays. Murrays cream is pushe 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 dining room will accommodate any number of people. An Incident of the Great Naval Battle Off Santiago. The Thundering Boom of the Oregon's Big Gun in Opening the Attack on Carviera's Fleet Proved Too Much For the Nerves of the Old Veteran. "It's a remarkable thing," said the captain, "that almost always in any great event of exciting experience, even one in which human lives are involved, there is likely to be some little minor feature with a humorous side to it that will call forth a smile, if not a sudden burst of laughter. It seems as if in such trying moments one's feelings seek a quick vent and seize upon any little incident as a safety valve." This particular piece of philosophy was expressed by the grim old captain of our steamer as we were lazily churning along the lower const of Florida. "I never get down on these southern seas," continued the captain, "without thinking of that 3d of July, 1808, when our fellows pushed the Spanish fleet up on the shore after their attempt to steal out of Santiago harbor. "I was first officer of the Dasher, one of the auxiliary steamers that the government had chartered and rushed into service. We had been engaged in carrying provisions from Tampa down to the ships of the fleet, and it was ticklish business, too, because no one really knew up to the last few days just where the Spanish fleet actually was, and we expected to be overhauled and captured almost any time. This particular trip had been an eventful one, and after rounding Cape Malibu, on the eastern end of Cuba, soon sighted our splendid fleet of fighters ranged in that fatal semicircle round the entrance of Santiago like a pack of hounds watching for a fox to come out of his hole. It was a great sight. I tell you! The smoke was lately curling up out of each stack, showing that steam was up and everything ready for the spring from the leash the moment the fox showed his head. "We had our orders and in a short time were close alongside the big old Oregon, which, you remember, had just made that wonderful trip round the Horn to take part in the fracas. I don't believe there ever was a hotter day even in the tropics than this Sunday, the 3d of July. Things were simply sizzling everywhere, and the ocean itself seemed to be steaming. "After we had warped alongside and the crew had begun carrying aboard the consignment of bread, potatoes, onions and other stuff I stepped into the captain's room to see if I could get any comfort out of the electric fan which was working overtime. I had just spoken to old Admiral, the captain's pet tomcat—and a huge fellow he was—who was lying on the floor stretched out as wide as possible, fairly gasping for air, when holy mackerel, there were a concussion and a deafening roar which sent me sprawling and nearly knocked my head off. All I remember seeing that instant was a big cat going almost to the ceiling, with a tall as big around as a grapefruit and every leg, claw and hair standing straight out. The Oregon had let go one of its big forward turret guns right-alongside of us, for the Spanish fox had started out of its hole. "In just one instant everything on earth in the way of activity seemed to be doing. I rushed to the door, and the thing that caught my eye was that old tomeat going aft on the upper deck like a streak of greased lightning, with every sail set to catch the wind and fairly clawing at the deck in his effort to make time. "In almost less time than it has taken to tell you that one shot had grown into a deafening roar from almost every gun in the fleet that could bear on the fox. Our lashlings had been cut loose, and away went the fleet in that dramatic rush to victory for us and death to the Snapiarda. "As my captain and I stood on the bridge and watched the sight he turned to me and said: 'Knight, I'm an old man and haven't but a few years more to live at best. I'll give the rest of my years to see this fight to the finish, and, by the gods, I'm going to follow 'em!' And he gave the signal for full speed ahead. "Say, but that was a sight! No man who saw it will ever forget it. The race was all in front of us, the Spanards running for cover and putting up the best fight they could in their half baked condition and our fellows plugging them fast and furiously. "We followed until the fight was all over and then came about to return to Santiago. The captain gave orders to serve supper in the officers' mess, for neither of us in the excitement of the day had thought a thing about eating. As we sat down to our meal he turned to me and said: 'Knight, have you seen my old tomcat Admiral? I've hunted for him all over the ship.' "Well,' I replied, pulling out my watch and looking at it, 'if he has kept up the pace he was making when I saw him last going aft on the upper deck he's due in about six minutes now on his third lap around the world.' "We never did see old Admiral again, and the captain mourned him till his dying day."—Frank Preshrey in Chicago Record-Herald. A Good Reason Why the Watchful Owl Did Not Wring Off Its Own Head. Boys who have tried to "put salt on a bird's tail" generally come to the conclusion that birds can "see behind them," and some may half believe that the heads of these little creatures are hung on pivots. How easily one could conceive such a notion is illustrated by the experience of a Maryland man who had read a story about an owl wringing its own neck by looking at a man who was walking around him. The Maryland decided to experiment along these lines and so procured a fine specimen of an owl and placed him on a post. It was not difficult for the experimenter to secure the owl's attention, for the bird never diverted his gaze from the man while the latter was present. The man began walking rapidly around the post a few feet from it, keeping his eyes fixed upon the bird all the while. The owl's body remained motionless, but his head turned exactly with the man's movements. When the man was halfway round the owl's head was directly behind. Three-quarters of a circle were completed, and still the same twist of the neck and the same stare followed the men. One circle and no change. On the man went, twice around, and still that watchful stare and steady turn of the head. Three times the man went around, and he began to wonder why the owl's head did not drop off, when all at once the man discovered what he had failed to notice before. When the man reached a distance halfway around from the front, which was as far as the owl could turn his head to follow the experimenter's movements with comfort, the owl whisked it back through the whole circle so instantaneously and brought it facing the man again with such precision that the latter failed to detect the movement, although he was looking intently all the while at the bird. The Marylander repeated the experiment many times afterward on the same bird, and he had always to watch carefully to detect the movement of the readjustment of the owl's gaze.—Philadelphia Record. SOBERED AND LABELED. The Pre-Raphaelite Treatment For Drunken Geniuses Nothing in Mr. Ford Madox Hueffer's "Ancient Lights" is more amusing than the account of his illustrious grandfather's efforts to reclaim the many drunken geniuses of his acquaintance. It appears that he "was in the habit of providing several of them with labels, upon which were inscribed his own name and address. Thus when one of these geniuses was found incapable in the neighborhood he would be brought by cabmen and others to Fitzroy square. The poet, being thus recaptured, would be carried upstairs by Charlotte and laid in the bath and would be reduced to sobriety by cups of the strongest coffee that could be made (the bath was selected because he would not be able to roll out and insure himself). And, having been thus reduced to sobriety, he would be lectured, and he would be kept in the house, being given nothing but lemonade to drink until he found the regime intolerable. Then he would disappear, the label sewed inside his coat collar, to reappear once more in charge of a cabman." Whistler was not among the wine-bibbers, but he had other peculiarities. "Upon one occasion," says Mr. Hueffer. "Madox Brown, going to a tea party at the Whistlers' at Chelsea, was met in the hall by Mrs. Whistler, who begged him to go to the poulterer's and purchase a pound of butter. The bread was cut, but there was nothing to put upon it. There was no money in the house, the poulterer had cut off his credit, and Mrs. Whistler said she dare not send her husband, for he would certainly punch that tradesman's head." A Nice Sandwich For a Pink Tea. Various counties in England have their especial brand of sandwiches. In some apple and meat are mingled together; in others the customary slices of bread are supplanted by slices of parkin. Devonshire perhaps can boast the most luscious sandwich of all English counties. To make a Devon sandwich a "split" or scone is cut in half, each side is buttered, then jam is spread upon the butten, upon that again a thick coating of marmalade. Finally clotted cream is added with equal liberality, and the split, thus sollen beyond recognition, is ready consumption—London Globe. Cupid In Caledonia An ancient Scotswoman rallied her daughter. "Mag, for why canna ye encounterandy boy but ye must go red as red?" she asked. "Mither," the girl shyly confessed. "the glares at me that fiercely I maundeem he's in loo' wi' me!"—Woman's Home Companion. Just Like His Dad. "Bliggins says he has one of the smartest and handsomest youngsters in the country." "Yes," replied Mr. Growcher; "that's what comes of so many people thinking it necessary to tell a man that his children take after him."—Washington Star. Where He Went. "Did the prisoner go beyond well defined ethical bounds in his defense?" "Nope. He just went to jail."—Exchange. The American Home Life Insurance AMERICAN HOME LIFE INSURANCE BUILDING THE AMERICAN HOME LIFE INSURANCE CO. issues Policies in FULL BENEFITS and INCONTESTABLE from date of issue, and payable ONE HOUR AFTER DEATH. His Objection. Mrs. Richquick—John, I want you to buy a new parlor suit. Mr. Richquick—Maria, I've been agreeable enough so far to get different clothes for morning, noon, afternoon and night, but I'm consarned if I'll change 'em every time I go into a different room—Brooklyn Life. Musical Sounds and Noise. It is a curious fact that musical sounds fly farther and are heard at a greater distance than those which are more loud and noisy. If we go on the outside of a town during a fair at the distance of a mile we hear the musical instruments, but the din of the multitude, which is so overpowering in the place, can scarcely be heard, the noise dying on the spot. To those who are conversant with the power of musical instruments the following observations will be understood: The violins made at Cremona about the year 1600 are superior in tone to any of a later date, age seeming to dispossess them of their noisy qualities and leaving nothing but the pure tone. If a modern violin is played by the side, of one of those instruments it will appear much the louder of the two, but on receding a hundred spaces when compared with the Cremona it will scarcely be heard. —London Globe. The Nebular Hypothesis The nebular hypothesis is the name generally given to the theory put forth by the celebrated Laplace in "Systeme du Monde" in the year 1706. His idea was that the solar system was evolved mechanically from a vast diffused revolving nebula, and that nebulae were the early stages in the formation of planets and their satellites by cooling condensation and contraction, according to certain laws of mathematics. This theory was accepted by Sir William Herschel and, though at first bitterly opposed in many quarters, is now generally accepted by astronomers and scholars and is taught in most schools and colleges.—New York American. Two Machines. "Bubbles has bought two new machines—one for himself and one for his wife." Mother's Diagnosis "Have you spoken of our love to your mother yet?" "Not yet," murmured the dear girl. "Mother has noticed that I've been acting queer of late, but she thinks it's billiousness."-Pittsburg Post. Not the Same. Solicitor (cross examining)—Now, didn't you tell the prisoner that 'you doubted his veracity? Witness—No. I merely told 'im 'e was a bloomin' liar. —London M. A. P. I've never any pity for conceited people, because they carry their com- fort about with them.—George Elliot Incorporated Under Act of Congress Approved June26,1887 CAPITAL and ASSETS over $50,000.00 THE MUSEUM 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 buffet, barbershop, kitchen, billiard parlors, office, lobby and waiting room, automobile to convey guests, to and from the Union Station, etc. A Long Felt Want Fulfiled. Nathaniel Ruffin, a well known citizen 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 impunity and with reservation. Thousands of the best and well known colored people have visited this city and do visit it now, but they have no place of dignity to go with their families 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 see 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 guest.. THE LEXINGTON HOTEL. The Front Entrance Will be on L Sta. The entrance to the Rathskeller will be on L street or main entrance leading 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 capacity for one hundred and fifty guests. The barber shop will be managed by a first class tonsorial artist with every modern convenience. The billiard parlor, office, lobby and waiting room will be unsurpassed. The waiting parlor will be on the first floor, handsomely 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 on the Basis of Any Up To Date First Class Hotel. The banquet hall which is so much needed in this city for the accommodation 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 accommodation of the guests. This has been just what the city has needed for a long time for the Colored Americans, who visit here. Whenever a person intends to visit the city, a card to the manager 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 city of 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 determined not to be behind in meeting the demands of strangers and visitors. Capital Stock The company is incorporated with a capital stock of fifty thousand dollars, of this amount the company has decided to sell fifteen thousand dollars 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, a well known citizen of Washington, who is known to the president of the United States, to the cabinet officers and other public men of character and influence. He needs no introduction to the people, because he is prominently connected with some of the best, strongest, and leading organizations in the city. For honesty and integrity and influence aniog his 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 address Nathaniel Ruffin, manager, the Lexington Hotel, 21st and L street, N.W. Washi-gton, D.C. ~ > Published sat 109 Eye S.. N. Wa ‘Washington, ee Te oe W. CALVIN CHASE, EDITOR. Entered at the Post Office’at Wash- ingtou, D. C, as second-class : mail matter. ESTABLISHED 1880. TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION. One copy per year in advance...$2.0¢ Six momtha.....sccceeeseeee Malt Thee months....0ccecueees 98 “Subscription nonthly.......... #0 THE OFFICE HOLDER. Every four years, when there is a national election for President, the very citadel of heaven is disturbed with the chorus of complaints from the small fry and inconsequential against the office holders. To hear them tell it, the office-holder is the very dregs of society; the unprinci- ple fellow who aims only to control conventions and elections for selfish purposes, and the colored office holder, most of all, i. the unlucky “object of attack. In the intervening years the office holder is a handy man to have around, He is always the first to whom they apply when a movement is inaugurated to ben- efit sweet charity, and he is always the first to respond. Wheriever there is a movement started for the public weal, it is the office holder who is solicited first to lend his influence, his voice and his time. And it is the office holder who re- sponds cheerfully and with Racrity. And even when the ministers of the Gospel attempt something that means the betterment of their church, whether spiritually or finan- cial, or both, the office holder's in- fluence is not overlooked, in the general solicitation, and the office- holder responds, as he always does, to the people’s demand. But when a campaign rolls around all those little fellows’ who cannot pull themselves up by their own. boot: straps, and whose mediocre abilities keep them down in the ungraded class, are the first to start the cry, and lead the assault against _ the office holder. As long as we have a government we will have office holders t6 administer the govern. _ment., Their occupation is as.hon- orable, as honest, and as beneficent as the minister of the Gospel, as the teacher in the schools, or as the business man, He is a cog in the government machinery. and an indispensable adjunct in the scheme of government. And the colored office holder, especially, reflects the greatest credit upon his race. Whenever you hear a man_ raise his voice against the office holder nestled in that protest is almost certain to be found a selfish desire to succeed to the very place held by the many whom he decrys: or sthere exists ability of such a mean order that he cannot pull himself up to the height of the man schom he would pull down, Give the.of- fice holder a rest. » SOUTHERN DEMOCRACY. If the Negro Democrats want to know how Southern Democrats stand toward them and all kinds of Negroes, read below what Repre- sentative S. A, Rodenbery. said in the House of Representatives on April 15. This Democrat is from Thomasville. Ga. He was born on a farm, and whoever heard of a farmer appreciating a man who acts like a gentleman? He “not only worked on a farm, but worked jn a store at Cairo. Ga., and to see a colored man sitting down with a pen behind his ear is more than he can stand. In his biograph he is quoted -with having occupied the chair of languages and mathemat- ics. If his language in college tc his pupils was such rot as The Bee prints below from his speech in the House on the pension bill, God de- liver the pupils that graduated un- der him, Read and reflect: He said in part: If you really want to do something “for these great Spanish war boys, go down here to the Pension Office anil take out the Africans. tum them out oi their jobs, and give their places tc our Spanish war soldiers and keer them there as long as they are able to work and labor. Let thiem ad. minister a Caucasion government sunported by Catteasion tax payers ‘When they get too old, if-they are indigent. then consider pensioning them: then go down Pennsylvanis Avenue to this massive War and Navy building, walk up and down the aisles, and take those sons of the cocoanut region who sit there with big brown drops of sweat coming out of their foreheads, kick them out, and put these old veterans of the civil war there, by those tables, at those telephones, under those electric fans, and a: long as they are able to labor le them have the benefit of the’ na- tion's offices and gratitude. Take this class of men in thei infinity and give them these do: nothing sitting-down jobs. anc tum this mixed brood of -Africar tree climbers ont to earn a living on the farm and in the field: (laughter)—Congressional — Ree: ord, April 15, 1912... * Colored Demecrats who have or: ganized for Democratic ascendenc} should reflect, explain, and ther dies 1 DR, WILLISTON. | Madame de Stael once said that “a bit of sunshine, a bit of human- ity, a bit of brotherly feeling, makes a real man.” That is beautifully said. and that. brilliant woman, about who's intellectual candle French scholars, poets and states- men fitted, had seen so much of men, and knew so much of men that she could well define the “real” man. In the class of “real” men must be placed Dr. E. D. Williston, He meets you and parts from you with the sunshine of his goodness radiating fike the first rays of a June sun. His humanity ‘touches you and draws you to him. Iis brotherly feeling makes you feel at times that you are his debtor, God has not made many men with the soul and the heart that Dr. Willis- ton possesses. He is one ina thou- sand. His ear ig ever alert for the ery of the distressed, and his big heart—as big as hiniself, beats cor- ‘dially for every one. With him life is too short to make enemies or to hold malice. With him friend- ship is a sacred word, and _friends the acme of life. If the State of North Carolina had produced Ed. Williston and then made an assign- ment, she would have produced sufficient to be forever remembered with pride. He is everybody's friend—the high and the low. The humblest dwellers in‘ our dismal alleys are as much to him as the fashionable habitues of the drawing room. His creed is friendship, anc his aim is friends. He lives to de for others. No better physician prescribes for the sick than Dr Williston, and no more juster man lives than he. He radiates sun- shine wherever he goes; his hu- manity is ever at high water mark He is the best type of the “real” ‘name OPPOSED TO IT. ‘The Commissioners of the Dis- trict of Columbia, who have had their eyes oni the control of the pub- lic schools, have recommended to Congress a change in the ‘public school system: that is, they want the Board of Education’ abolished and a director of education ap- pointed by them. The entire press of the city and the people are op- posed to it. This latest tove is one of Commissioner Judson’s, who is greatly needed in the Philippines. ‘The people in this city could read- ily spare’ Major Judson, and if he should decide to leave us. the other two Commissioners would no doubt act on their’ own initiative. As it is néw. the two civilian Commis- sioners scem to agree to whatever Major Judson advises. The Board of Commissioners is dominated by the Engineer Commissioner. The people don’t want any change, and when they do they will ask for it. The people do want. however. a change in the District Commission= ership, and The Ree hopes that it will take place soon. The white citizens have asked for no change. and the three Negroes who went before the Commissioners and re- quested a change, didn’t represent auything or anybody. When the real people ask for a change. then it will be time for the people to act. The Board of Education and. Cap- tain Oyster especially, have been a target for the Engineer Commis- sioner. and it is hoped that the President will transfer him and make one other change in the Com- missionership: then the public schools will be given a rest, and perhaps a few competent colored men will be appointed in the police department. There is something tone fa Damar. WHAT DID THEY GET? The néwspapers, last Saturday, announced that Andrews and Levy, with their co-conspirators, who are South Carolina delegates to the Na- tional Convention, had declared for Roosevelt. They were elected as supposed Taft delegates. They were instructed to vote for Taft's renomination. They had pledged, before and after their State con- vention, that they would vote for him; Ié they have any regard for their word, if there is a spark of honor and manhood about them, they avill keep their word. and thereby brand as a lie the oft re- peated statement that Southern col- ored delegates are for sale. It is not merely .a regrettable thing when supposed Negroes of stand- ing break their political promises— it is a set back for the race. [i Andrews, Levy, et al, have gone ‘back on their solemn promise made to support President ‘ait, then they must not be surprised if some shall term them grafters. They must not be surprised if all honest. honorable Negroes shun thém as enemies to race advancement. ‘The ian that sells his word and honor for a few paltry dollars is a re- proach to his community and to his people. And the man that does this ever aiter goes through life under suspicion by all honest men. Ut Andrews, Levy and the other South Carolina Tait delegates have bro- ken their word and gone over to Mr. Roosevelt, it is quite pertinent to ask: What did they get? RACE DISCRIMINATION, It is so very strange that: so much race discrimination exists in the several departments of the gov- ernment. The War and Navy De- partments of the general govern: ment will not promote a ‘colored clerk. The Navy Department will not, tolerate a colored man higher than a messenger. The Postotfice Department is full of prejudice and race discrimination, and The Bee appeals to President Taft to call his Cabinet members down in these“de- partments referred to in The Bee. It is about time'that.a stop be put to much race prejudice. ‘The col- ored American has a friend in Pub- lic Printer Donnelly. {le will not permit race discrimination in any branch of his department. if he knows of it, The greatest com- plaint comes from the Navy De- partment, No colored man, no mat- ter how competent he is, has been able to secure a promotion, The case of Mr. W. H. Ferguson is an example of race discrimination: Colored men in the department in which he is employed cannot secure a promotion, and white boys who are appointed as iaborers very sel- dom do the work of the positions to which they are appointed, ‘The report is, that the white boys are too good to do such work. These are cases that. Negro Democrats should take up. beeatse the men who practice the discrimination are white Democratic chiefs. BE GOOD NEGROES, — Colored folks should make friends with white people. and with a determination ta inerease the number. Friendly white people can do so much good, in our stritg. gle for racial recognition.—Rich- mont Planet, From time immemorial the col- ored brother has been told to be good and make tefms with the white folks. Now. doesn’t this Rind of rot sound nasty? The col- ored brother is too good for his own good and salvation, — The Southern cracker kills the Negro when he does anything. The Bee dislikes to sce the colored man play monkey to anybody, Now. Brother Mitchell, has not the Southern colored man been tlie hu- miliating slave for the white man? What more can he do than he is doing? The colored man can make friends and at the same time he manly. DISTRICT DELEGATES. ‘The Bicber-Wilder combination may contest all it pleases, it makes no difference to the editor of The Bee. The editor's existence in politics doesn’t depend on the ad- mission of bogus delegates to the National Republican Convention. The defeated delegates know that they were not elected, and could not be if there was another election held in this city. Thousands of dollars have been used by the trusts to defeat the President. About $1,800 was spent in the recent con- test for delegates in this city by ‘the opposition, and then it was de- feated. A great deal of money i being used among the saleable voters to defeat the renominatior of Mr, Taft, and The Bee is of the opinion that right‘is bound to pre vail. COWARDI It is not beli¢ved that the Repub- lical National Committee will stand for the diabolical methods that are being used by the Roosevelt mana: gers to defeat the Southern dele- gates that have already been fairly and honestly elected. Col. Henry Lincoln Johnson, who chas already elected twelve delegates for the ad. ministration, is now being opposed by a rump convention that is to be called in his State one month o1 more after the regular delegates have been elected. There is ‘ho difference between the tactics of the Roosevelt managers and the Southern crackers in disfranchis ing the coléred voters in the South. The methods that age being resort- ed to by the Roosevelt managers are outrageous and cowardly. WARNING TO MARYLAND. | The Bee takes this opportunity to inform the colored voters of Maryland that they had better act and look wisely before they vote against the President's candidates for delegates. Ii the delegates, in Maryland, are lost to the Presi dent, farewell.to Maryland. Watch ‘The Bee's predietion. RECEIVER ASKED. The shareholders in the Lincoln Arcade will-ask the court to ap- point a receiver and’ demand the company to account for their money, This should have been done Tong ago. This city is a place ‘for the habitation of money sharks. Get a move. ~ This is no time to loaf. J The man who loafs on the job soon gets fired. . ee Negro delegates from the South who break their word and sell their vote only make more certain a lily- white party in the South. Stick a pin there, | ‘The two delegates to the Nation- al Republican Convention from this city were pledged to vote for Pres- ident Taft's “nomination. Only death will prevent them from car-' tying out their instructions, | It is hoped that a high type of a man will be elected to take Prof. Tunnell’s place on the Board of Education. That a new man ought lo be chosen, and that the Profes- sor should not. succeed himself. is the opinion of all unselfish men and women. | Dr. ‘Thirkield has done more for Howard Qniversity than any presi- dent since’General:O. O. Howard. “The friends of the Jate John M. Langston, for ‘whom he did so much, ‘should bury their heads. The thousatids of young men he helped. and no pictitre of him yet, to he presented, to Howard Univer- sity. Some Negroes are the most ungrateful creatures. living. There are hundreds of colored-men in this city who have, received assistance from Mr. Langston while living, who haven't subscribed one cent toward the amount asked. Attor- ney Thomas L. Jones was the most liberal subscriber. His donation was $1o. The amount asked for was $100. Will the fhowsands of soung Nejgroes allow this project to failz Langston was the young man’s friend. ‘The _ testimonial to Captain James F. Oyster by the leading cit- izens of Washington will be the greatest event in the history of the colored citizens, Let every patri- otic citizen send his name to the committee. If the Roosevelt managers want to gplit the Republican party and alienate the colored vote. let them continue setting hogus contest del- egations in the South. The col- ored voters in the North will not stand for it. The bogus contest that the Roosevelt managers are inaugurat- ing in the State of Georgia will disrupt the.Republican party. The Bee would not support any candi- date that would resort to such methods, A timely ‘warning is given.» ————— This is a strenuous old world. Tf you have not the stamina to re- main in the race, why, quit it. -Not a word have we got to sav against the hero of San Juan Hill, the Colonel of Oyster Bay. We are too busy saying good things for President Taft, who deserves all we can cay. Washington is developing more near-statesmen, now that the cam- paign is becoming more than a barren ideality, than any other spot on the continent. Every two-by- four in the District is making him- self believe, and trying to make the Taft managers believe, that they are'the real factor. — At last accounts the Washington American was still enjoying the delights of peaceful repose—in. a comatose state, and the two editors were still drumming up influence to defeat the recommendations of the Civil Service Commission for their dismissal from the service for polit- ical activity. One thing is certain, f the “sundown” editors are long on experience, and they are wiser than they “use*to was.” | Two incidents alone, in the Taft administration, have been record- breakers, and either or both suffi- cient to place every Negro under a lasting debe of gratitude to Presi- dent Taft. The first was. his refu- sal to appoint Judge Hook, because of his decision in the Oklahoma Jim-crow car law suit, and the sec- ond was Attorney General Wicker- sham’s. courageous defense of Mr. Lewis. Any Negro who will op- pose President Tait in the face of ise two acts is unworthy the name of a man, The professional politician may be a bad citizen, in sonje cases, but we cannot deny the fact that prac- tically every right, privilege and success we, as a Face, have achiev- ed, has been the result of the Negro politician blazing the way. Doug- las, Langston, Henry "Highland Garnet. Brice, and all the departed whose memories we revere were. in hoth a broad and restricted sense, politicians. The right to vote. bet- ter school facilities, and personal liberty have followed the colored politicians’ agitation and activity. ‘\ politician is a public benefactor if he is honest, and there is as much honesty among. politicians as we find in any of the business or professional avenues. A Sure Cure far Lunchine. “There is a disposition among our people to forget the sanctity of the law and to ignore the fact that no civilized country can live unless the law iS respected. Now lynching is justified because it is said to apply to only one offense that is particular- ly heinous in the minds of all. That is not true, Statistics show that Iynching is applied to a great many cimes” = * © “There is not’ any crime I don't care what it is, that justifies a de- parture from law in the punishment of the person who is charged with guilt.” * * * “ft is not any less A murder because joo men take par in it than, because one man does Ordinarily’ itis accompanies by a good deal more cowardice because there are 400 in it instead of one The only way by which it can be sup: pressed, is that some time we shall have men as sheriffs and. as govern: ors, and as. prosecutors, and as. jw rors, who will see to it that the mer are engaged in julling the rope un: der those condjtiong shall them-elve: die by the rope.” (Extracts from an address by Pres ident Wm. H. Taft to the Howar Unipersity Alumni Association, Met ropolitan A. M. E. Church, The Bee April 13th, 1912. ICI) | SWING THE LYNCHERS! There's a horrible crime among us, ‘and it’s growing year by year, And unless "tis soon prevented, it will cost ts very dear: Tho’ it is peculiarly Southern, ‘tis fast spreading in its scope. |, And the only way to stop it is to use the hangman's rope We have laws throughout this coun- try, North, South, East and West Laws ‘that’s made for our protection. “tho” perhaps they're not the best: Laws which, if they were respected, need not cattse the least alarm, Laws, if broken and neglected. they will do us untold harm. In the South, they say, “the Negro will commit the unnamed crime,” And they say the law works slowly, that it takes up too much time: So they murder helpless Negroes. without merey, without hope, Whether innocent ‘or guilty, they die by the lynchers’ rope, | + Oh! the monstrous, horrible murders, that’s committed vear by’ year, By those Nevro hating demons in broad daylight without fear: For they know that judge nor jury. will not condemn’ nor convict. That their evidence no Negro will not dare to contradict. And the awful crime is spreading to + the north, the west and east, Turning good men into demons, turn- ing children into heasts: For the wicked deeds of parents: chit- dren quickly imitate, O! you Hot heads! ston! consider, or ‘some day ‘twill be too late. You call this a Christian country, you call this God's favored land, And you send men to the heathen. that they too may understand; But the heathen soon will scorn you, and will point to your back door. And ask if your God cqmmands you to debauch in human gore. You who are true Christian preachers. white and colored. north and south, Ask the God you preach to others, to put strong words in your mouth: Words that will ring out like thunder! ex: flash like lightning thru’ the land, Words that will convict those lynch- ers, and will make them stay their hand. Judges, you who prate of justice, "Sand out bolder. for the law, - : Mark your lawyers, search your ju- ries, so that there can be no flaw; Plumb the line with truth and justice, Tet those hot head lynchers know That if they resort to mob law, they too by the rope shall go! Oh, for shame! that this great nation, should so cast its laws aside - That the judges. lawyers, juries, whould those bloody murderers hide; But the day is surely coming, ’tis not far off (let us hope), _ When those who persist in lynching, ‘shall! must! will! swing by the rope. JAMES CONWAY JACKSON. Putte Menind Things | (By the Sito: qe Potomac) Monday eveniy about the time described bY Bit “Shakespeare “shen jocund day stood over the misty way.” which ‘in Washington chronology is about 2A. Mont Tees passing little Arthur” and Mandy Grav’s’ coinage “factory. A beauritil Amazon met one of thesd Sos, per month dudes, and began upsides him because he had not “come nene with his wash Bill, “Say Took here, madam ejaculated tlie dudes “hea & igenttine gentleman: T won't stand tor Rio menial occupation female. talking to me like that on a fashionable bos levard like You street Placing: her arms at kimbo, “and with a nce of parade dress attention. this lady, who does washing and itoning fora the inf. said, in an austere tune of voies “Look here, you poah tintype 9 a dude. I done done yoah washing for foal weeks, and all you gin me “as promises, and now when I'done made a demand for settlement you come sivin’ me de_outrazed feeling talke For less and five cents I'd make you look like mixed pickles right here >: dis here highway. You done. hew me.” At that she moved up closer © the dude, who, by the way, is nite seen at the assemblies and otlier de siecle alfairs where the upper tw hundred “congregate | to. engetate The dude, immaculately attired. gave her a_xentle push back so he mich pass on in peace and silence. Im- mediately, or sooner, the Amazon Tanded a Solar plexus on his physing’ Omy, and he took the count. just like Jim ‘Jeffries did wut at Reno. Thet she quickly sat ‘upon his prostrate form and hegan beating the long roll upon his aristocratic chest and deli- cately chiseled face. Well, sir. he squirmed and squirmed, and tried to zet from under, but she Kept on using him as a tamborine Finally she arose, like a Joan Are, and the dude pulled himself tozether. got up, and beat it down Twelith Stteet like 2 Congressional limited trying to beat Prof. Elocution Harrison's rec- ord made getting out of Washington on a memorable occasion. Now this is the second time it has fell to my Jot to see a plain, everyday wash ‘woman set ‘on and’ chastise one oi these cheap dudes, It’s serving them right. T wuld rather beat a liquor bill any time than heat a wash wo- man. Everybody knows this “dude and if it were mot for respect of th rose buds ie goes. with 1 woul cough up his name. SEBEN-LEREN 5 q LEBEN: Fail P Pocus FouT SS | . & FOO DQ) Pees RES GOS SR Ie \\ fo sav ‘ 30 , on O°G, 5 he : CE @ @Q@ T observe that politics is warming up. Jim Hayes, in a hyand new blue sait, is giving evidence of having con- nected with the Roosevelt headquar- ter’s cash box. And my friend Cor- rothers, who is no slouch at getting his peepers ona bink note, and get- ting his nostrils attuned .s0 ato smell a few tive spots. “is talking Roosevelt up about as strong as he talked him down four years ago. Rev. Simon P. W. Drew, who divorces the English language every time he attempts to speak, has been trying to hypnotise either or hoth or all the political storm centers into think- ing that tinder the silk hat of Ins is a bundle of brains that can control the Negro vote. There's no coinection I know, but every time I see Ret Simon Peter Wind Drew with that silk, tile of his E recall Dr. Washing- ton's “fifty cent head under a_ five dollar hat. Now, Rev. Simon Peter is one more hustler. He holds an emancipation celebration every. time the moon clianges—more oF less From the number” of emancipation celebrations + thy. etronem divine holds, one would suppose the chief occupation uf the white folks, prior to 1863, was emancipating slaves._I observe, in my hasty transit through speculation, that the Rex Simon Peter never resales the public with cither the amounts collected of ex- pended for these celebrations Now, if Rev. Simon Peter would use the stop watch on these emancipations, and stop trying to inflate himself with the idea that he is of political conse+ quence, he might be tolerated as a necessary evil, Washington got along fairly well before he struck the ergs and | tabor under the suspicion that it would procner-if he would eqnelude to conclude his visit with us. tat I caught a glimpse of Ralph Tyler with a pair of grip sacks, boarding 2 New Jersey Avenue car early last week, Whither he went deponent sayeth not. This particular species of Ohio filtration has a habit of alid- ing out of town without prior an- nouncement. The rest of the Black Cabinet, I understand, with the excep- tion of Lewis, are sitting on the lid and waiting for the explosion, Lewis has, so rumor quotes. hided hiniselé to Boston last Saturday Now, ac- cording to the political chart "that Bob Waring handed me, there are to be primaries held down in Massa‘ chusetts, and out in Ohio, in the vi- cinity of the near future, and I just assumed that both filtered themselves out of the city to look over the land, Henry ‘Lincoln Johnson, the dicky- (Continued to page 5.) The Week in Society Your doctor wants your prescriptions filled right. He wants results. Neither you nor the doctor will be disappointed if your prescriptions are filled at the drug store of Board & McGuire, 1912½ 14th St., and 9th and You Sts. N. W. They employ four graduates in pharmacy, skilled and experienced, and you get the results in perfect service. Mr. A. Henry, a well known young citizen of this city, is a patient in the Tuberculosis Hospital. It is hoped that lie will be able to be out soon. Recorder Henry Lincoln Johnson, who has been in the East, returned to the city last week Mrs. Parnell, wife of Mr. Robert W. M. Parnell, who has been visiting in the South, has returned to the city. She had a most enjoyable time. Mrs. Mable Harrod, formerly Miss Mable Bert, now of New York City, and who has a large and progressive manicuring parlors at 127 W. 133d street, was in the city this week on a visit to her friends. She had a most enjoyable time, and her many friends were pleased to greet her. She returned home, Saturday after having been given several theater parties. Auditor Ralph W. Tyler left the city last week for the West. Mr. W. Sidney Pittman, the famous architect, left the city yesterday for Dallas, Houston, and Galveston, Texas, and will return by way of Atlanta, Ga. At Dallas, Texas, he will submit preliminary plans for the Pythian Temple. This is entirely a business trip. Recorder Henry Lincoln John-on left the city Tuesday for Atlanta, Ga., where he has been called on important business. Rev. W. A. C. Hughes and Rev. L. A. Carter, of Baltimore, Md., arrived in the city Monday from Frederick, Md., to attend the ministers' conference. They left in the afternoon for their home. Mr. Thomas Mallory, of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing is visiting friends and relatives at Cambell, Louisiana County, Virginia, and expects to bring company back on his return home. Mr. Thomas W. Hunster, the great artist, has moved to 1476 Irving Street Northwest. Prof. Hunster is no doubt one of the best artists in this country. They met at Dr. Morse's Gem Drug Store and saw themselves in front of that beautiful fountain, 19th and L streets Northwest. Miss Sadie X Meriwether, who has been visiting in Charleston, W. Va., was royally entertained during her ten days' visit there by the best people. Mr. Charles H. Lee, who is with Col. Roosevelt at Oyster Bay, paid a flying visit to the city last week. Mrs. Fitzhugh, of this city, who has been visiting her brother, Rev. W. H. Slater, in New Rochelle, N. Y., has returned to her home in this city. Rev. M. W Clair, pastor of Asbury Church, preached at Sharp Street M. E. Church, Baltimore, Md., last Sunday night. The choir of Asbury Church furnished the music. A large portion of the congregation accompanied them. Judge W. L. Houston has returned to this city after a flying trip West on business. Mrs. Payne, of New York City, is visiting her mother in this city, who is very ill. Mr. J Frank Blagburn, cashier in the Office of Recorder of Deeds, will leave the city next Tuesday for Iowa, thence to Kansas City, to the General Conference of the A. M. E. Church, which convenes Monday. May 6th Read The Bee if you want a live paper. Miss Helen Monclay, who has been teaching at Atlantic City, N. J. spent a few days with her sister, Miss Bertha Monclay, of 1904 9th Street Northwest. Miss Louise Madella has returned home after having taught at Winona, W. Va., the past school year. Mrs. Herazette Ryder Rice, left Sunday morning last, for her home, after spending two weeks with her mother, Mrs. Senia Ryder, of 1904 Ninth Street Northwest. The annual musical at Howard University last Tuesday was a success. Mrs. J. B. Lofties has returned from Oxford, N. C., where she went to bury her father. Her mother, Mrs. Howell, will make her future home in this Drs. Board and McGuire, 14th St. N. W., and 9th and You Streets N. W., continue to treat their patrons in a manner that continues to draw them. city with her daughters, Mrs. Lofties and Mrs. Sanford. Miss Comora Carter will spend Sunday in Baltimore, the guest of friends. Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Thompson entertained as usual, the Whist Club, Saturday night. After a successful school term in Maryland, Miss Florence Scott has returned to her home, 1246 Second Street Southwest. Mrs. Eliza Maxfield, who has been under the professional care of Dr. S. M. Pierce for the past two weeks, is able to be up and out again 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. Recorder Henry Lincoln Johnson left for Atlanta, Ga., Tuesday on business. Hon. Walter H. Page, of the great pUBLISHING firm of Doubleday, Page & Co., of New York City, and editor of "The World's Work," will speak at the National Religious Training School, Durham, N. C., the latter part of this month. Dr. J. E. Shepard, through the emphasis of the intrinsic merits of his work, has enlisted the support of the most substantial men and women of both races. Not long ago he was accorded a ringing endorsement by former President Theodore Roosevelt, and it is not improbable that the Colonel will visit the school when his engagements permit him to do so. If you want a live paper, have The Bee sent to your house. Mrs. Julia Mason Layton, department secretary of Woman's Relief Corps, visited Baltimore last week in attendance on the Department of Maryland convention. Eighteen other W. R. C.'s accompanied the department president, Mrs. Walker. Among whom was Mrs. E. B. Davis, president of O. P. Morton Corps. The National President, Mrs. Cora M. Davis, of Union, Oregon, was also present. Last Thursday afternoon Mrs. Layton made an eloquent address to the C M. E. Conference and Home Mission Society. Seasons may come and seasons may change, but the crowds go on forever at the two drug stores of Board & McGuire, 1912½ 14th St. and 9th and You Sts. N. W. Two places Hon. J. C. Napier, Register of the Treasury, is to deliver the address before the literary societies at the commencement of Wilberforce University in June. He is also to speak for Avery College, Pittsburgh, during its commencement period. Mr. J. Finley Wilson, chief deputy of the Improved Order of Elks, is in the city, after a prosperous campaign in North Carolina, where he "set up" a number of lodges of Elks and directed a speaking tour for Hon. John C. Dancy. Mr. Wilson is connected with the Dr. J. P. H. Coleman Hair-Vim Company, and is doing a phenomenal business for the company along the Atlantic seaboard. Architect John A. Lankford is located at the Edward Waters College, Jacksonville, Fla., and doing well. Mrs. Sarah T. Bryant, of Chicago, the guest of her sister, Mrs. James E. Buckner, in the Cameron, spent a few days of last week at Lynchburg, Va. Dr. John W. Moss is now prepared to serve you with soda water and the best cream manufactured in this city. Bishop Alexander Walters goes to Charlotte, N. C., Monday, to attend the session of the General Conference of the A. M. E. Zion Church. Dr. J. S. Jackson, the best financial secretary the Zion connection has ever had, passed through the city this morning en route to Charlotte, N. C. to attend the General Conference of the A. M. E. Zion Church. He will be elected to the bishopric shortly after the sitting of the conference. Dr. Jackson is a minister of strong convictions, and will make a vigorous fight for the establishment of contiguous episcopal districts, the localization of bishops in a given territory, church expansion from ocean to ocean and for an improvement in the financial system of the connection. When in the neighborhood of Dr. Moss' drug store, call in. It is so refreshing to be able to drink a delicious glass of soda water. Double Wedding Planned. New York City, April 24. A double wedding is to mark the social life of the metropolis in June. The principals are Mr. Lester A. Walton, dramatic editor of The New York Age, who will lead to the, altar Miss Gladys Moore, daughter of Fred R. Moore, publisher of the Age, and Mr. Gilbert Moore, a son of Mr Moore, who is to wed Miss Carisetta Davis. Oyster's Testimonial. The committee in charge of the testimonial to Capt. James F. Oyster, met last week at the residence of Mr. H. C. Tyson. Dr. G. W. Cabanis was elected treasurer. Many applications have been made to the committee for admission. The teachers in the colored schools and many hundreds of colored citizens have made application to participate in this great event, and to show their appreciation for the services he has rendered the public schools, the colored schools especially. Full particulars will appear in The Bee later on. Reception to Mr. Pinkett. The Richard's Literary Club gave as its weekly meeting a surprise-reception to its president, Mr. Archie S. Pinkett, who has just returned from a South American cruise with Secretary Knox. The reception was given at the residence of Miss H. J. Moore. Mr. Dudley, as "Uncle Sam." led the procession, followed by Miss Evans, as Goddess of Liberty, carrying two American flags, followed by Mr. Parks, as John Bull. The typical Indian squaw was represented by Miss Daniels; France, Miss Thomas, Spain, Miss Guy; Holland, Miss Moore; Japan, Miss Houston; Mexico, Miss Brown; Switzerland, Miss Monday; Egypt, Miss Lynch, and Panama, Miss Jones. After all had assembled in the reception room that had been handsomely decorated for the occasion. Mr. Dudley welcomed Mr. Pinkett in a short address. The club then sang a welcome song, composed by Mr Parker. Mr. Pinkett responded eloquently to the address of Mr. Dudley and on his trip and of the hospitality that greeted the party. After several instrumental and vocal selections by Misses Evans and Guy, the club and its guests were ushered into the dining room, where refreshments were served. Amphions Masquerade Carnival. The Amphion' Glee Club. Proi J Henry Lewis, director, entertained a large audience last night at Odd Fellows' Hall. The occasion was a ma-querade concert and carnival. The entire membership was masked, and the club gave a program of comic and popular selections which was greatly enjoyed. Refreshments were served by the ladies' auxiliary. It was announced that arrangements had been perfected for the usual annual outing by the club. Dr. Cardoza had a little pig sent him from Tye River, Virginia. The Doctor may go in to pig raising. The Citizens' Association, of which Mr. Armstrong is a member, is doing great work for the people in this section. If you want The Bee sent to you, with all the news of Fairmount heights, send in your subscription. There is no man in Fairmount Heights who is any more entitled to consideration and the plaudits of the citizens than Mr. James F. Armstrong, the representative of the Washington Bee. There is nothing selfish or mean in his make-up, and he is not the man who will resort to small things. The citizens of Fairmount Heights have accomplished a great deal under his leadership. The Fairmount Heights school house has been completed. It is a credit to Prince George County and the State of Maryland. Great credit is due the County School Commission, composed of Honorables O. B. Zautzinger, C. H. Stanley, H. Perrie, Frederick Sas-ceer, the County Commission, of which Honorable Wm. F Holmead is president, the local school trustee board, composed of Messrs. R. S. Nichols, James F Arm-strong and W. S. Crouse, and the citizens of Fairmount Heights generally. Honorable mention should be made of Hon. C. A. M. Wells, who gave the delegates letters of introduction and impressing the erying need for the school. The trustees held a meeting recently, and decided to ask an additional sum of fifteen hundred dollars for additional buildings and improvements about the school grounds. Also to hold the dedicatory exercises during the month of May, at which time it is the hope to have present the school and county officials as well as friends from the city of Washington, who are interested in public education. With the co-operation of the citizens here, the trustees will be in position to provide school facilities second to none in the county or State. Notwithstanding the storm, Mrs. Mary Johnson and the ladies of the Fairmount Heights, M. E. Church enjoyed a great success with their musical and literary entertainment Thursday night. April 18. The First Baptist Church held their Sunday services at the public hall on Sunday, April 21 Engagement, have been billed at the public hall for April 22, 29 and also May 6 and May 16. Great throngs of people attend the different engagements from time to time, and the Fairmount Heights Mutual Improvement Company is becoming to be quite popular. Rev. E. S. Williams, D. D., District Superintendent of the Washington District, will leave for the seat of the conference Sunday, April 28. Rev. Owen C. Sprague, the newly appointed pastor of the Fairmount Heights M E. Church has successfully finished the course of study as prescribed by Gammon Theological Institute, Atlanta, Ga., and will graduate Thursday, April 25. He will meet the officers, members and friends of his new charge Sunday morning, April 28. The general public has been invited to be present and assist in giving the young divine a hearty welcome. Congressman Thomas Parran spoke at the Fairpoint Heights public hall Tuesday night, April 23. A great number of voters were out to hear him. Hon. Sidney E. Mudd, Jr., who is also a candidate for Congress, will address the voters during next week. It seems they are running neck and neck. The members and friends of the Presbyterian Church Singing School, under the leadership of Mrs. Helen Cardoza, enjoyed a rare treat Sunday evening. Prof. John T. Layton, of the Metropolitan A. M. E. choir, rendered one of his famous solos. The church was taxed to its seating capacity, and all present agreed that the Professor was one of the greatest singers. The leader of the singing school promises other such treats as we enjoyed Sunday. The new piano which this school is endeavoring to BARNARD'S COMPLEXION CREAM the use of Barnard's Complexion Cream. Freckles. Tan and Liver-spots are quickly removed by it use. The best flesh cream for bleaching the skin. Attractive offer to agents. Special offer free; a 25c cake of Barnard's Clearo Complexion Soap free to every one purchasing a jar of Barnard's Complexion Cream and presenting this advertisement PEOPLES DRUG STORE On sale at all first-class drug and department stores. pay for is a beautiful instrument, and is a credit to the church, and we should rally to Mrs. Cardoza and the other ladies in charge with our financial support. The drama given by Mrs. R. D. Mullin was a success in every respect, all available space taken. The generous men stood, while the ladies sat comfortably and enjoyed the play. Preparations are now being made for the installation of the new pastor early in May. The members and friends of the church have gotten busy with entertainments raising money for the pews soon to be placed in the church. ALEXANDRIA NEWS. (By R. H. Brooks, 723 So. Fairfax St.) Mr. Maurice Rousseille, the leading True Reformer of this city and vicinity, and one of the leading and most progressive citizens, was elected grand secretary of the Order of True Reformers April 12th, and has gone to Richmond, where he will take charge of that office and work in the interest of that great fraternity. The first regular meeting of the School Improvement League was held at Hallowell school last evening, and a large number attended. Mr. Edward P. Dixon, Jr., the hustling president of the league, seems very much encouraged, and we feel that we are not foolishly optimistic in predicting great and good results from the league under such proficient leadership. The missionary meeting at Mired Street Baptist Church, was well attended-Sunday afternoon. Rev. Dr. Stewart H. Brown, of Roberts chapel, preached in his usual instructive and eloquent way, and the Junior choir, under direction of Mr Henry Buckner, furnished several good musical numbers. Mrs. Mollie Tancil addressed the Methodist Brotherhood at Roberts Chapel on Sunday afternoon. Had the truth a real power to kill-immediately after her, discourse-Mrs Tancil's audience would have looked like the spot near where the Titanic sank, because only the few could have swallowed the pure and unadulterated pills-compounded of divine truths that Mrs. Tancil so mercilessly administered, and live. Mr. Moses Simm's visited his aunt and brother at Harmon Md. Sunday and brother at Harmon, in Somersby. Mrs. Delilah Murray is home again after undergoing several serious but most successful operations at Freedman's Hospital. The supper at Odd Fellows' Hall last evening under the auspices of the Ladies' Aid Society of Meade P. E. Chapel, was a remarkable success. Rev. Stewart H. Brown, D. D., on Sunday morning last, preached the first of his series of seven sermons to young men, and though the series has not been given wide publicity, yet the hearers included many young men and boys who seldom attend a church of any denomination; and in view of the fact that Dr. Brown is extending such a cordial welcome each Sunday, and making the sermons so beneficial and, indeed, interesting to all who attend, it is safe to say that the boys and men of the city will become more and more interested each Sunday as the series progress. The condition of Miss Bessie Baltimore, who is yet at Freedman's Hospital, is very favorable. The Bee is on sale at David Wair's barber shop, 106 N. Columbus Street, and Miss Julia Brown, 200 N. Payne. The most "classy" event of the season was "pulled off" Wednesday evening at Odd Fellows Hall by the Waldorf Pleasure Club. The hall was most elaborately decorated with American flags, bunting, &c., and the Columbia Orchestra, under direction of Mr. Sylvester Thomas, seated behind a beautiful cluster of ferns, played all the latest hits and standard selections in a most pleasing manner. Mrs. Maggie Lucas and Mrs. Robt. Lee had decorated the table very tastefully, and supplied it with all the season's delicacies. The roster of the club includes the following: Frank Jackson, Granville Tancil, Herbert Lucas, Allan Contee, Willie Young Elijah Hardy, David Ware, Milton Robinson, Fred Howard and Clay Smith. The Ice Men's Association announces a grand may reception on why it will be to your advantage to buy Furniture and Carpets from us. Just one is sufficient We make it possible for you to have everything necessary for home comfort AT ONCE. Anything you wish will be charged on an open account which is made payable as your circumstances may suggest. Come where you every price and du before there's a qu how or when you d PETER GRE and Sons The Wilberforce KARL F. PHILLIP Apartment 43, The Cameroon The WilberforcianOrchestra KARL F. PHILLIPS, DIRECTOR Apartment 43. The Cameron Vt. Ave. & T st.,N.W. May 1. Several clubs from Washington and Arlington have been invited, and a large crowd is expected The committee: Messrs. C. J. Seaton, Walter Elzey, P. P. Webb, Courtland Gaines and J. Taylor, have arranged for several special features. The Columbian Orchestra has been, engaged to furnish the music. John M. Pritchett is ill at Freedman's. A large number of little boys and girls attended the beautiful birthday party of Master Henry Coleman on Wednesday evening at the residence of his mother on Gibbon street. Mr. George E. Battle, Mt. Zion's phenomenal lyric tenor, sang the offertory at the Methodist Brotherhood service Sunday in his technically expressive style. Embry Chapter, of the Junior Epworth League, of Mt. Zion M. E. Church, held a very large and enthusiastic meeting Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock, to the tune of a beautiful march by Mr. Earnest Hays, with Mr. Verdie B. Fisher, Violinist. The procession entered the main auditorium as follows: First Baptist Junior Society of Christian Endeavor, Miss Sadie Gaskins, president; Union Wesley A. M. E. Zion Junior Endeavor, Mrs. Lizzie Mason, president; Shiloh Baptist Endeavors, Mrs. McGiunis, president; Ebenezer A. M. E. Junior Endeavors, Miss Ella Nasa, president; Mineteenth Street Baptist Endeavors, Mrs. McIntree, president. Recitations by Miss Blanch Wallace, Lillian Frazer, Ethel Jones, Mabel Lee, Mamie Smith, Bertha Porter, Dollie Anderson and Miss Mozella Jefferson, "The Last Glass." Solo, Mr. L. G. Reynolds, "Eternal Rest." Solo, Miss Elizabeth Brooks, "God Will Take Care of You." Solo, Mr. Douglas Smith, "Jerusalem." Concluding in a grand chorus, "God he with You Till we Meet," lead by Miss Daisy Smith. Mrs. Louisa Brown presided. Choir Leader Beason Resigns. Mr. Jas. Townsend Beason has resigned as the leader of Mt. Zion M. E. choir, and Mr. E. Battle is temporarily acting leader until a successor is selected. Mr. Louis N. Brown is organist. The Junior Society of Christian Endeavor of the First Baptist Church held very interesting exercises Sunday evening. The society will render a pretty cantata, entitled "A School Festival." Wednesday evening, May 8th, 1912, closing with the "Winding of the May Pole." Miss Marthah Harris, president, Rev. E. E. Ricks, pastor. The famous Fisk Jubilee Singers will give one of their interesting concerts May 1, at Mt. Zion M. E. Church. The newly elected trustees of Mt. Zion M. E. Church have been acceptably received by the Congregation, who are now co-operating with them in a grand rally to be held in June, to assist in liquidating the debt on the church. Rev. U. S. Leeper has been reappointed to Ebenezer A. M. E. Church. Rev. Leeper has done a great work for his congregation, who appreciate his return for another year. Public Mon and Things (continued from page 4) (Continued from page 18) bird says, has been a-going for two months. I asked one of Lewis' friends where the greatest football player in history had gone, and he said "search me." I asked the same uncommunicating gentleman, where Program. nefficient you can read the buying question about desire to pay. ROGAN ns Co' cianOrchestra EPS, DIRECTOR von Vt. Ave. & T st.,N.W. Tyler was, and he replied in the same honolulu language "search me" But these be days when most people are unfathomable, and the members of the Black Cabinet are all deep-sea fish. My friend, R. W. Thompson, who has been put down in Charley Barnes' diary as a near-member of the Black Cabinet, is still suffocating just outside of the assistant secretary's door. I espied him Thursday when I passed down the corridor of the Treasury to pay my respects to Tom Clarke. Four years ago Thompson was a multitudinous quantity. He still has his avoirdupois, but ain't dictating campaign policies. That makes me think of what General Yerby once said to Col. Poe, when they met Major Cox. "Sometimes a feller's in and sometimes he's out." You know these three distinguished military heroes of many a bloodless battle, are premiers when it comes to getting off a real epigram. Only Kelly Miller can beat them on epigram. Some of these lonesome days I am going to give you the war records of General Yerby and Col. Poe, and Major Cox. They are birds of a feather—each and all three. We would miss them if they were all three no more. The second annual class track games of the Armstrong Technical High School were held yesterday afternoon on the athletic field used by the high schools and was won by the Junior class of the school. The Freshmen scored the second highest number of points, the Sophomores scored the next highest number of points, while the Seniors were last. Increment weather prohibited the best showing that the boys were capable of making, and were primed for, but enthusiasm more than made up for the heavy skies and slight rain fall. Duckett, of the Freshmen class, had no trouble in winning 100 yard dash, while Jimmy Burwell broke the tape first in the 220 yard race. Warf and Taylor kept up to their form, and in the 880 and mile run landed first places for their classes. The relays were as usual the features of the meet. The 100 pound relay was won by the Freshmen, the 120 pound was won by the Freshman, and the mile race for boys of unlimited weight was captured by the Junior team. Owing to the arrangement by which boys were allowed to run in only one event, the meet was run off with facility and with speed. Mr. Compton as director of games, deserves great credit for such a successful exhibition under the circumstances of weather and field condition. The officials were: Referee—Dr. W. B. Evans. Director of Games—Mr. Compton. Starter—E. B. Henderson. Clerk of the Course—Mr. Mattingly. Scorer—Mr. J. H. Cowan. Timer—Mr. J. Evans. Judges—Mr. C. S. Shippen, Mr. A. C. Newman, Mr. H. Anderson. 100 Yard Dash—Won by Duckett; second, Piper; third, R. Williams; fourth, F. Jones. 220 Yard Dash—Won by Burwell; second, O. Walker; third, Tolliver. 880-Yard Run—Won by Warf; second, Fountain. One Mile Run—Won by R. Taylor; second, J. Taylor; third, E. Edwards; fourth, L. Taylor. 100 Pound Relay Race—Won by Freshmen 120 Pound Relay Race—Won by Freshmen. One Mile Race—Won by Juniors. Points won by Juniors, 28 points; second, Freshmen, 27 points; Sophomores, third, 24 points; Seniors, fourth, 8 points. BARGAINS. Go to Grogan, the oldest furniture house in the city. It is the place where everything in household furniture may be purchased. Mention The Bee. Second Track Games Summary of Events. 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Instead of growing hardened to it, as do the Iaborers In many other flelds of danger, they appear to be the most superstitious class of men,on earth. ‘They are well paid. A man who has nerve enough to work rt this trade is worthy of bis hire. He can command $10 2 day, sometimes $20. He prac- tically makes his own rules, since he is the cne to suffer from an infraction | of them. His every suspicion is re-| wpected by his-employer. He cannot Gictate the hours of labor, since that 2 a matter eternally in dispute, as in other kinds of labor, but he can dic- tate the conditions under which he works from the moment he enters the factory until he leaves. These superstitions seem absurd sometimes, but they are the law of the gunpowder factory. If you are an employer you break the law at the risk of financtal loss; if you are a fel- low employee you violate it at the risk of your life. One of the first laws among the em- ployees ts that of self preservation. They have a deep rooted fear of the casual visitor. Few men have gone through a gunpowder plant out of mere curiosity. They are not wanted and are told so frankly. If they suc- ceed in obtaining the permission of the superintendent or possibly of some one, higher in authority they are sub- jected to an extraordinary ordeal be- fore they are admitted to the sacred Precincts. First they are searched, and no po- Uce official is more adept in the art of “frisking” than 1s the outer guardian of the average gunpowder plant. Every plece of metal, from pocket- knife to garter clasp—every coln, match, suspender buckle, everything that could possibly strike a spark, Is removed. The hatband of the most fashionable derby is examined with care to see that {t carries no metal initials. And this examination Is not carried on alone by the official whose favor you have gained. A representa. tive of the employees takes an’ activ part in the examination, and if be ha: any doubts he will politely reques' Jéu to strip to the skin. Once inside the powder factory you are under even more careful scrutiny Your shoes are taken away, and yot are provided with felt slippers. Con yinced that on your person there is n Piece of metal Which under any provo cation could strike a spark, you ma} feel at liberty to roam around, bu you are not. Your every movement ! Watched carefully, and should yo make i gesture calculated to insplir distrust you would be hustled out a the building and told to leave th neighborhood within a given time. I bad a grapbie illustration of tt extreme care taken by these men 1 prevent an accident and to save the own lives. After having been car fully searcbed and after having su rendered everything which might con under the classification of metal I we admitted to the plant. Secure in tt knowledge that I was thoroughly “dl infected,” I assumed a nonchalan which I was far from feeling as watched the various processes of ma {ng gunpowder. I was so well at ea that I drew a toothpick from my poc et and calmly picked my teeth. Instantly I was thrown to the flo and while two husky men held me third searched my clothing. Wh finally I was released it was expla! ed to me that they feared the toot pick might be 2 match. Z Laboring under the constant fear death, the employees grow extraor narily superstitious. Quceallow a ¥ man to set 'fvot within a powder fi tory and the entire force will quit. is one of the axioms of the trade th a woman brings misfortune, and it useless to argue the question, A vy man photographer for a newspaper a “Sunday assignment™ ence was : mitted into an Hlllnols powder fact by an inexperienced official, and 1 next day the plant was shut dov Natural Longina. 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Middleton, Four-Mile Run, Va. | Bee Babek 50 cents, all druggists o Kloczewski &’Co., Washington, D. PLANT CULTURE. Den’'t Do the Watering In the'Evening dust Before Dark Nor Dir- Ing Cloudy Weather. The following article was prepared by representatives of the national ceuncli of horticulture to stimulate interest in gardening: ‘While plants can stand great ex- tremes in temperature, corresponding extremes in moisture surely will tend to ruin if not to kill the strongest of them. Water should be given only when needed, then in such quantity that the soll is soaked. Soft stemmed plants, especially those with large leaves, need much more water than bard wooded, slow growing varieties, and, while the former kind easily re- cover from drought, the latter usually suffer permanent injury from ex- tremes. Heavy clayey soils sour easily, while light loamy soils dry out quickly, and unless carefully watched the plants in such sofi soon will wilt. In either case it is better to water thoroughly and only when needed than to water sparingly and often. The season and time of day should be considered in watering. Plants no! ln active growth should be watered | sparingly until they have regained thelr foliage. Watering In the even ing, just before dark, will greatly atc the growth of fungous diseases, a: the follage will continue wet througt the night. It also causes “dampin: off’ of young cuttings and plants Never water during heavy, cloud; weather. 7 PHYSICAL STRAINS. Men Over Forty-five Should Take Ne| Excessive Exercise, The physical decay of men over forty must be more: frequently men- tioned lest we forget the fact that our physique was evolved for only thirty- five or forty years of strenuous use, says American Medicine. It was not so long ago that forty-five was ex- treme old age—counting time in the large way of evolution. Lengthening of life has been possible only because Civilization has let up the physical strains, so iftwe continue them we must expect to break as of old. _ Athletes stop thelr efforts merely be cause they are beaten by younger men, but the nonatbletic seem to think that it Is necessary to keep up exces sive exercise. though the tissues simp}3 cannot stand it. There is, then, n¢ mystery in the large number of dam aged hearts now being found, and the; will continue to Increase in numbel and severity until the medical profes sion succeeds in Impressing the lesson Let us repeat it over and over agall until every man over forty or forty five realizes that -he has lived his al lotted time of physical yigor and mus ease up the strains to retain his health ‘There is no reason except abuse wh: so many men break at fifty-five o sixty. They should be healthy unt! seventy or seventy-five, and it is ou duty to show how. Painless Extraction of Teeth | Filling and Crowning Dr. Robert L. 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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 CLEAN- ING AND PRESSING. CO. The Proper Cleansing and Pressing , of Gent’s Clothi.> Our Ex- clusive Work. 75c¢ per Suit. | Coat, 4oc. Pants, 20c. Vest, 15c. Suits Pressed, 35¢. Four for $1.00. 1537 Fourteenth St. N. W. ROBERT DOUGLASS, Manager, North Mountain Sana 1 FOR torium "COLORED : CONSUMPTIVES SITUATED AT NORTH MOUNTAIN BERKELY CO., W. VA. * Elevation 1200 Feet Bs Franklin Scott, SamurlGray, Supterintendent Medical Director |For farther intermation apply to Dr. Sam'l Gray eMartinburg, W Vo. 7 | Open all the Year For Sale ‘ROSENARY a'reperation to straighten hair, guar- anteed to be harmless. Will not in-| juze head or scalp. Continued appli- cation wil take kinl, out. Curly hair will be made straight. Price, one dollar. Address the E.Ed.F.SalesCo. _ THE BEE Offiee, Wash., D. C. eee; Northwest Cafe. Regular Board—$11 per month. Half month—$6.00. "Regular breakfast—zo cents. Regular dinner—25 cents. Big special Sunday dinner—35 cents. The ubove are the popular prices at the Nerthwest Cafe, th and You Streets Northwest, on the Boulevard. A. H. Casper. Mr. A. H. Cooper, whose advertise- ment appears in another column of The Bee. If you want first-class work done, don’t fail to go to Coop- ers. Read his announcement. Douglass Directory. There is 2 new directory that is to be published by Miss Jeannett Carter. Attorney L. M_King is president of the company, Dr. Julia H. P. Cole- man 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. FOSTER’S DYE AND CLEANING WORKS. (You Street, Setween re and rath Streets, North weer.) Business and Display Office, | trth and You Streets, Northwest | CALL AND INSPECT OUR WORK. Ladies’ suits a specialty. Gentlemen's suits cleaned, pressed and sponged. Gloves cleaned. i All goods look like new when' they leave our works. FOSTERS DYE WORKS. GortTe HOLMES! HOTEL “ys za9 Virginia Ave, S.W. * Pest Afro-American Accommodation is : the {District BUROPEANIAND AMERICAN oA PLAN (Good Rooms and Lodging |soc, 75¢ aad $7.00, Comfertably Heated | by Steam. Give us @ call. James Ottoway JHolmes, pFroprietora Washington, D. C. = | Phese| Maia 25 HIRSH’S SHOE STORES Washington's Best and Most Up-. to-Date Shoe-House. + "+ Phone Main 4471. “1026-1028 Seventh St. N. W. Washington, D. C. SMITH’S PARK PHARMACY 4th ard Elm Streets N. WwW. LE DROIT PARK. The Only Up-to-Date Druggist South of : Howard University, | Tf you want fresh drugs and carefully compounded prescrip- tions, the Park Pharmacy is the place to go. Toilet articles of every* descrip- tion. Assozted candies of the finest and best makes. . Holiday souvenir. cards and ci- gers. The _tatest’ and most up-to-date Soda Fountain, and all kinds of fruit syrupr. Wm. L. SMITH, — 4th and Elm Streets N. W. LeDroit Park. - d-16-3m . Phone Col. 2378. , Wm, C. McCURDY © : DEALER IN ; , Wholesale Bes (Baked Goods} . Retail. : Speciale Xmas Price ‘Pound and Fruit Cake, 13e. - Best to be had. Stand 662-3. Center Market James H Winslow UNDERTAKER AND EMBLAMER ALL WORK FIRST CLASS. TERMS MOST REASONABLE TWELFTH AND R STREETS. N. W. FUNERAL DIRECTOR HIRING, LIVERY, AND SALE STABLE 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. MAILED ANYWHERE IN U.S. $100 POSTAGE PAID. SEND MONEY BY POST OFFICE MONEY ORDER. Every lady can have a beautiful and luxurious head of hair if she uses a MAGIC. After a shampoo or bath the Magic dries the hair, removing the dandruff; and it will straighten the curliest head of hair. Minneapolis, Minnesota. Magic Shampoo Drier Co., 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 people are treated right. THE SEWING MACHINE OF QUALITY. NOT SOLD UNDER ANY OTHER NAME. HOME The Term Philosopher: The word "philosopher" is said to have originated with the celebrated Pythagoras, who was born about 570 B.C. The word means a love of wisdom. Pythagoras must have been a very remarkable man, for it is certain that he made a profound and lasting impression upon his time. He was the originator of the idea that nature is a harmony and that its varied phenomena are all brought about by unerring and universal laws and are an expression of nothing less than the universe itself. True to the name he gave himself, Pythagoras is said to have devoted his whole life to the acquisition of knowledge to the end that he might impart it to others without money and without price. He was one of the noble influences of antiquity, and the effects of his unselfish labors are still visible among men.—Exchange. If you purchase the NEW HOME you will have a life asset at the price you pay, and will not have an endless chain of repairs. Quality Considered it is the Cheapest in the end to buy. If you want a sewing machine, write for our latest catalogue before you purchase. The New Home Sewing Machine Co., Orange, Mass. The Olympia Dancing Class A Quaint Introduction. Clarence King, the ethnologist, once wrote from San Francisco to John Hay the following letter of introduction: "My Dear John—My friend, Horace F. Cutter, in the next geological period will go east. It would be a catastrophe if he did not know you. You will 'swarm in,' as the Germans say, when, you meet. Lest I should not be there to expose Mr. Cutter's alias I take this opportunity to divulge to you that the police are divided in opinion as to whether he is Socrates or Don Quixote. I know better; he is both." Every Thursday Evening AUDITORIUM HALL Music for all occasions, address Geo. S. King, 416 3d Street, S. E. McCall's Magazine and McCall Patterns McCall's Magazine and McCall Patterns The Macgregors. The Macgregors were forbidden to use their family name in 1603. The proscription was removed by Charles II., only to be inflicted again in the reign of William and Mary. It was not till 1822 that a royal license to use the name was granted to Sir Charles Macgregor, up to then known as "Murray." In the early years of the seventeenth century every man's hand was raised against this persecuted race and they could be mutilated and slain with impunity.—London Spectator. 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 brumful 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 50 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 A Turkish Riddle Here is an old Turkish riddle which has been handed down for many centuries and yet has never been answered: "There was once a beggar who always dreamed he was a pasha, and there was a pasha who always dreamed he was a beggar. Which was the happler?" McCALL'S MAGAZINE 236-246 W. 37th St., New York City Form—Sample Copy, Promotional Catalogue and Pattern Catalogue Dress, on request. All Have Troubles "Everybody worries about money." "Oh, I don't know. Some men are so rich"— "That's just it. Poor men worry because they can't get money, and the rich man worries for fear that it will get away from him."—Philadelphia Ledger. Each day is a stone in the great temple of life. Aim to hew the stone so that it will be four square to every wind that blows. House & Herrman. Washington, D. C. The next oldest house in the city is House & Herrman. If you can't be satisfied elsewhere, call at this house. Special Liquor Sale Every Saturday. Legend of "the Poor Sinner's Bell" That Was Cast In Breslau In the Year 1386. The poor'sinner's bell is a bell in the city of Breslau, in the province of Silesia, Prussia, and hangs in the tower of one of the city churches. It was cast July 17, 1386, according to historic records. It is said that a great bell founder of the place had undertaken to make the finest church bell he had ever made. When the metal was melted the founder withdrew for a few moments, leaving a boy to watch the furnace and enjoining him not to meddle with the catch that held the molten metal, but the boy disobeyed the caution, and when he saw the metal flowing into the mold he called the founder. The latter rushed in and, seeing, as he thought, his work of weeks undone and his masterpiece ruined, struck the boy a blow that caused his immediate death. When the metal cooled and the mold was opened the bell was found to be not only perfect, but of marvelous sweetness of tone. The founder gave himself up to the authorities, was tried and condemned to death. On the day of his execution the bell was rung to call people to attend church and offer a prayer for the unhappy man's soul, and from that it obtained the name of "the poor sinner's bell." SEEING A PURPLE COW. Perfectly Natural Under Certain Conditions, Says an Artist. H. Anthony Dyer, painter of water colors, was explaining the matter to some possible buyers of his wares. "Suppose while you are in the country in summer," said he, "you chance upon a Holstein'cow grazing on a hillside. Holsteins, of course you know, are black and white. The pasture is green. Off at one side is a gray unpainted barn. Do you stagger with surprise when you notice that that cow is purple? Not a bit of it. If it were not purple you might reasonably consult an oculist. That would be a sign that your eyes needed attention. "But you may never have tried to figure out why the cow is purple. Here is the answer: The complementary color of the green pasture is red. The sight of green always suggests red, although we don't realize it. Flooding the scene is the yellow sunshine. The yellow, the red and the green combine to tint the grazing neutral colored cow purple, and purple it undeniably is, as you must admit when next you encounter one under such circumstances. Nevermore, therefore, may you sing with Gelett Burgess: I never saw a purple cow. I never hope to see one. —New York Press. The Bug Bible: The bug Bible was printed in 1549 by the authority of Edward VI., and its curiosity lies in the rendering of the fifth verse of the Ninety-first Psalm, which, as we know, runs, "Thou shalt not be afraid for the terror by night nor for the arrow which fleth by day." but in the above version it ran, "So thou shalt not nede to be afraid of any bugges by night." Ludicrous as this sounds, it is not etymologically without justification. "Bug" is derived from the Welsh word "bwg," which meant a holgoblin or terrifying specter, a signification traceable in the word commonly in use today—"bugbear"—and Shakespeare once or twice uses the word in this primary sense, notably when he makes Hamlet say, "Such bugs and goblins in my life." Daffodil Superstitions. Daffodils are not only poisonous and libelous, but most unlucky flowers, especially when single specimens are encountered. Herrick, who must often have gone through the experience without much harm happening, declares that— When a daffodil I see Hanging down her head to me Guess I may what I must be First, I shall decline my head. Secondly, I shall be dead; Lastly, safely hurled. In Herrick's own Devon to this day if you place a single daffodil on the table of a farmhouse the farmer will jump up and exclaim, "Now we shall have no young ducks this year." The evil spell can be broken by increasing the single flower to a bunch.—St: James' Gazette. Queer Nest of the Tontobane. The oddest of all birds-meets is the one built by the tontobane, a South African songster. It is built of cotton and always upon the tree producing the material. In constructing the domicile the female works inside and the male outside, where he builds a sentinel box for his own special use. He sits in the box and keeps watch or sings nearly all the time, and when danger comes in the form of a hawk or a snake he warns the family, but never enters the main nest. A' Dodger. "Ebbles is a great man to try to dodge a responsibility on technicalities." "Yes. He once signed a pledge. Then he forgot about it and called in a handwriting expert to prove that the signature was a forgery."—Washington Star. Various Ships. Ostend—Pa, what kind of ships are courtships? Pa—Soft ships, my son. Ostend—And what kind of ships sail the sea of matrimony? Pa—Hardy ships, my son.—London, Tit-Bita. Neither despise nor oppose what thou dost not understand.—William Penn. HAIR VIM TRADE MARK 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 brilliance to the complexion. 25cts the box. "BABEK" CURES MALARIA READ WHAT PROMINENT PEOPLE HAVE TO SAY: Kloczewski & Co. Gentlemen: -I wish to state that two bottles of "Ellixir Babek" I purchased of you at the recommendation of a friend has proven of incalculable benefit to my daughter's health. I seem it the best, indeed, the only, remedy I have yet come across for Malaria, and offer this testimonial voluntarily. Yours truly, F. SHARP. I have tried "Babek" for the last four years, both as a preventive and cure for Malaria, and found it to be more than claimed for it. Without it I would be obliged to change my residence, as I cannot take quinine in any of its forms. 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 "Ellixir Babek," for Malaria. Chills and Fever. Our customers speak very well FOR SALE BY ALL DRUCCISTS. NEW YORK CANDY KI 1506 7th St. N. V Fresh Candies Da YORK CANDY KI 506 7th St. N. V resh Candies Da NEW YORK CANDY KITCHEN 1506 7th St. N. W. Fresh Candies Daily Good Chocolate Candy 15c lb. PURE ICE CREAM The Jane B The Jane Freeman Booth School in Cooking, Sewing, Shampooing Special course in the making For further particulars, address MRS. JANE 1914 Third Street, W Phone N. 7681. FLOWER FUNE KRAMER, T Buy from the wan who Jane Booth S freeman Booth School of Industries wing, Shampooing, Manicuring, Mi se in the making of Braids, Puffs, particulars, address MRS. JANE F. BOOTH, 4 Third Street, Washington, D. C. OWERS UNERAL ER, THE FL the wan who grows his o The Jane Booth School The Jane Freeman Booth School of Industries announces courses in Cooking, Sewing, Shampooing, Manicuring, Millinery. Special course in the making of Braids, Puffs, Dyeing, &c. For further particulars, address FLOWERS FOR FUNERALS KRAMER, THE FLORIST Buy from the wan who grows his own Flowers 916 F—722 9th—Center Market ANNOUNCEMENT NNOUNCEMENT ANGLER THE BOOKS OF THE PALATIAL IRON STEAMER ANGLER, ARE NOW OPEN FOR CHARTER AT THE OFFICE WATER AND N STREETS SOUTHWEST TO WASHINGTON PARK AND LOWER RIVER LANDINGS FOR SEASON, 1912. SPECIAL RATES FOR EARLY CHARTERS. LEWIS JEFFERSON, General Manager. 1000 Maryland Avenue, S. W. Washington, D. C., April 9, 1900. Klozewski & Co. Sirs: Within the last five months I have sold 3,600 bottles of "Ellixir Babek," for Malaria, Chills and Fever. Our customers speak very well of it. Yours truly, HENRY EVANS, 922 F St., N.W. DY KITCHEN St. N. W. dies Daily Good Taffy 10c lb. $1.00 gal. 30c qt. Booth School School of Industries announces courses in Manicuring, Millinery. of Braids, Puffs, Dyeing, &c. F. BOOTH, Washington, D. C. RS FOR RALS HE FLORIST grows his own Flowers CEMENT it is still as it was in Spanish days: "The CHURCH and the State." All of which helps to explain why, in this matter of Chief Harding, the government prefers to offend the people to offending the church. For the people have no power, while the church is pretty nearly all powerful. The people can not depose a governor general; the church may. The present police investigation will soon be over. It will accomplish something. But not a great deal. And even now the Free Press predicts it will fail of results just where most needed—at the top. And thus will the predictions of those men who warned Captain Green come true. They knew what they were talking about. For our part, we look for nothing we hope for nothing, from this present administration. Only a Democratic victory and a thorough cleaning out from top to bottom can bring about a change. WHY SUFFER WITH FILES. Browns Pile Remedy is used successfully for Internal and External Files. Remedy No. 1. An ointment, makes soreness, inflamation and initiation vanish. Remedy No. 2. An internal remedy to aid the ointment by expelling the poison caused by constipation. To be used together. Both for 50c postpaid. J. C. BROWN, Registered Pharmacist 609 Third Street, N. W. Washington, D. C. ROBERT ALLEN Buffet and Family Liquor Store Phone North 2340 1917 4th Street, N. W. Washington, D. C. 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. 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 to per cent, when you can get it for 3 per cent. M. K. FULTON BURNSTINE LOAN OFFICE GOLD AND SILVER WATCHES, DIAMONDS, JEWELRY, GUNS, MECHANICAL TOOLS LADIES' AND GENTS' WEARING APPARAL. OLD GOLD AND SILVER ROUGHT. UNREDEEMED PLEDGES FOR SALE. 361 Pennsylvania Avenue, N. W. FORD'S HAIR POMADE MAKES MARSH, KUNKY OR CURLY HAIR GLOSSY, SOLDER AND MORE PLAISE, EASY TO COME AND PUT UP IN ANY STYLE THE LENGTH WILL PERMIT UNCLEEDED FOR PREVENTING HAIR FROM FALLING OUT, SORROUT AND ITching OF SCALE BEWARE OF IMITATIONS, GET THE GENIINE, 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, UNEXCEELLED 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 PRESS, SMALL SIZED BOTTLE, 25A LARGE SIZED BOTTLE, 20A THE OZONIZED OX MARROW CO., 212 LAKE ST. DEPT. 284 (CHICAGO,ILL. AGENTS WANTED. Christian Xander's Sweet NORTON An excellent port wine $1 a gallon Family Quality House 909 7th St Phone M.274 NoBrauch Houses LEGAL NOTICES. ATTORNEYS BECKETT AND GRAY. Supreme Court of of the District of Columbia, Holding Probate Court. No. 17805. Administration. This is to give notice that the subscriber, of the District of Columbia, has obtained from the Probate Court of the District of Columbia, Letters of Administration on the estate of Mary L. D. Cooper, late of the District of Columbia, deceased. All persons having claims against the deceased are hereby warned to exhibit the same with the vouchers thereof, legally authenticated, to the subscriber, on or before the 27th day of March, A. D. 1913, otherwise they may by law be excluded from all benefit of said estate. Given under my hand this 27th day of March, 1912 E. R. JAMES, 2319 L St. N. W. Attest: JAMES TANNER, Register of Wills for the District of Columbia, Clerk of the Probate Court. THOMAS BECKETT and AUGUSTUS W. GRAY, Attorneys. GEO .F. COLLINS, ATTORNEY. Supreme Court of the District of Col- umbia, Holding Probate Court. No. 18,850, Administration Docket. Estate of Willis Hunnicut, De- ceased. Application having been made herein for probate of the last will and testament of said deceased, and for letters testamentary on said estate, by Mildred Hunnicut, it is ordered this 8th day of April, A. D. 1912, that Dollie Thomas and all others concerned, appear in said Court on Tuesday, the 21st day of May, A. D, 1912, at 10 o'clock A. M., to show cause why such application should not be granted. Let notice hereof be published in the "Washington Law Reporter" and "The Bee" once in each of three successive weeks before the return day herein mentioned; the first publication to be not less than thirty days before said return day. WRIGHT, Justice. JAMES TANNER Register of Wills for the District of Columbia, Clerk of the Probate Court. ATTORNEYS JONES AND WARING. Supreme Court of the District of Columbia, Holding Probate Court. No. 18543, Administration. This is to give notice that the subscriber, of the District of Columbia, has obtained from the Probate Court of the District of Columbia, letters of administration on the estate of Lucy Robb, late of the District of Columbia, deceased. All persons having claims against the deceased are hereby warned to exhibit the same, with the vouche's thereof, legally authenticated, to the subscriber, on or before the 17th day of April, A. D. 1913, otherwise they may by law be excluded from all benefit of said estate. Given under my hand this 17th day of April, 1912. SUSIE P. ROBB, 1431 11th St. N. W. Attest: JAMES TANNER, Register of Wills of the District of Columbia, Clerk of the Probate Court. JONES AND WARING. WONDERFUL RESULTS ON SHORT NOTICE I have used your Pomade. Its the best thing I ever used for making curly hair lie smooth. I have not finished my first bottle, but can see wonderful results, writes Mrs. Louise E. Hayes of Pineville, S. G. Try Ford's Hair Pomade for harsh stubborn and unruly 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 Ozonized 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, 28th 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 U Sts.; F. M. Ciswell, 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. CAMELS IN A RAGE When Roused These Serious and Usually Patient Animals Fight Like Fury. The usually patient and submissive camel, like the proverbial worm, will sometimes resent an overdose of abuse. Too dense to think of a way in which he can outwit his driver and so take him unaware, when roused to the pitch of fury he rushes at the tyrant open mouthed, and his formidable teeth and powerful jaws do serious, damage. Of this vindictiveness the camel driver is aware and of the certainty that sooner or later the camel will seek revenge. Accordingly it is customary for the person who fears his malice to throw his clothes before the camel, meanwhile hiding himself until the animal's fury has been expended in tossing and tramping on them, when the injury, real or supposed, is at once forgotten. The camel will not identify himself with his driver or rider in the smallest way whatever. He steadily declines all advances. His eye never lights up with love or even interest at the approach of his master. Should you attempt to pat or caress him he will object in a very decided manner. Good treatment or bad makes no difference to the camel. Life and its hard conditions are taken for granted. His view of things is far too serious. He is so absorbed and preoccupied that he has no time to waste in the gambols indulged in by all other young animals.-Harper's Wet-ly. A PLEASANT MEETING. It Is Nice to Find a Friend Who Scatters Sunshine. 3 "I don't like people who are always coming to me for sympathy." "They do get tiresome, but I prefer them to the ones who come boasting of their successes and trying to make me dissatisfied with my lot." "Oh, I don't mind that kind. They never worry me any. I am always so successful myself that I never have cause to envy them. And, speaking of success, I made $500 last week in a little real estate deal, and my boy has been making a great record in school. He's away ahead of all the other boys of his age, and my wife has a maid now who is the best girl we have ever been able to find—the best one in our neighborhood, in fact. How is your boy doing now? I heard some time ago that he was inclined to be rather wild." "Please don't mention him. I'm afraid he is going to bring sorrow upon us. You always were lucky. I guess I'll have to lose the little home I've been paying on during the past eight years, all on the boy's account. My wife has had to quit keeping help, although her health is very poor and—" "Well, goodby. I've got to be going. Cheer up. What's the use of being grumpy? Look at me. You'll find, if you try it, that it pays to scatter sunshine."-Chicago Record-Herald. * Story of a Nail Keg. A hundred years ago Jeremiah Atwater was a leading New Haven merchant, buying his supplies in Boston and receiving them by vessel. Among other goods received were several casks of nails, one of which on opening it under a layer of nails at each end was found to be filled with silver dollars. Mr. Atwater, who was a conscientious man, immediately wrote to the Boston merchant that there must be some mistake in the invoice of nails, as one of the casks contained other articles besides nails. He was promptly informed that the nails were bought for nails, sold for nails and nails they must be. Forthwith Mr. Atwater had a basin made of the silver and presented it to the Center church, where it has been used in the baptismal service from that time to the present. Art and Nature Art is the revelation of man, and not merely that, but likewise the revelation of nature speaking through man. Art pre-exists in nature, and nature is reproduced in art. As vapors from the ocean floating landward and dissolved in rain are carried back in rivers to the ocean, so thoughts and the semblances of things that fall upon the soul of man in showers flow out again in living streams of art and lose themselves in the great ocean, which is nature. Art and nature are not, then, discordant, but ever harmoniously working in each other.—Longfellow's "Hyperion." Illuminating. While touring abroad a certain citizen of New York found this item in a list of police regulations posted up on a highway in Ireland: "Until further notice every vehicle must carry a light when darkness begins. Darkness begins when the lights are lit."-Saturday Evening Post. "Nope; I have already put all my money into a fruit orchard. "Where?" "On my wife's hat."—Houston Post. Next Best Thing. "Yes; I have just done Europe." "Can you give me a list of hotels to go to?" "No; the best I can do is to give you a list of hotels to keep away from."—Louisville Courier-Journal. The beautiful seems right by force of beauty and the feeble wrong because of weakness.—Browning. THE LEGEND OF THE WESTERN WESTERN WESTERN REV SYLVESTER L. CORROTHERS Tomorrow Morning at 11 A.M. Galbraith Church The Negro Ministry Negro Leadership, or Shall the Ministry Take Part in the Civil and Political Advancement of the Race. Tomorrow Morning at 11 A.M. Galbraith Church The Negro Ministry Negro Leadership, or Shall the Ministry Take Part in the Civil and Political Advancement of the Race. DR. CORROTHERS On Negro Leadership. Dr. Sylvester L. Corrothers, pastor of Galbraith Church, closes his tenth year as pastor of that church. The closing anniversary exercises were largely attended, and the testimonial given him last Sabbath, April 21st, by the class leaders, was a purse of $150.15. It demonstrated his popularity and the esteem his church had for him. It is evident that Dr. Corrothers has the love of his church and people at heart. Tomorrow will be a great day at his church. His sermon Sunday mbrning (tomorrow) will no doubt create a sensation. His object is: "The Negro Ministry vs. Negro Leadership, or Shall the Ministers Take Part in the Civil and Political Advancement of the Race?" At 8 P. M. he will speak on the church of the new century. Prof. E N Broadnax is arranging special music for each service. At the close of the service in the evening Dr Shaw, of the West coast of Africa, will present a quartet of African boys who will sing in their native tongue. The public is invited. Those desirous to contain seats should come early. NEWS NOTES OF THE NATIONAL CAPITAL. Register J. C. Napier, who is an excellent judge of men, says, "Dr C V Roman, whom I have known intimately for over thirty years, is far and away the best man the Kansas City General Conference can elect as editor of the A. M. E. Church Review. He will give this official mouthpiece of the Methodist Church an international reputation." Dr. Roman will doubtless be elected, probably by acclamation, without the formality of a ballot. The limit of membership in the Mu-So-Lite Club, now 100, will probably be raised to 150, to allow for the admission of a number of sub-tantial men of affairs whose affiliation is regarded as desirable by the progressive element of the organization. The club home project, involving the acquisition of property valued at from $0,000 to $10,000, is still under consideration. President Pelham is having a brilliant administration. Mrs. Charles H. Fearing (nee Miss Carrie Lee), wife of the assistant to Secretary E. J. Scott, at Tu-kegee Institute, is visiting her mother in this city. Secretary MacVeagh, in accord with his policy of advancing useful men, has given Mr. Thomas F. Randall a sub-tantial promotion in the Treasury Department. The clerkship in the office of the Public Health and Marine Hospital Service, formerly occupied by Major C W Fillmore, is now being filled by Lieut. Charles E. M. Minkins, who is making an admirable record. A number of June weddings among our fair teachers is said to be in prospect—much to the joy of those seeking jobs in the public schools. Dr W. Bruce tyrans, principal of the Armstrong Manual Training School, is suffering from a rheumatic hand. He spent the Easter holiday at Hampton Institute with his old friend, Major R. R. Moton. Dr. Julia P. H Coleman, proprietor of the Hair-Vim (Chemical Company, is to build a modern plant on land in the suburbs soon, to be acquired by the corporation. Mr. John C Dancy and other well-known capitalists are to be associated with Dr Coleman in this ambitious movement Mr. C. D. Sadler, until recently the Washington representative of the Baltimore Times, is now attached to the Florida special, running to Palm Beach. He has been succeeded on the Times by Mr. C. LeFevre Diamond. The early retirement of Dr. C Sumner Wormley as dean of the dental department of Howard Medical School, is confirmed. Pressure of his private practice has rendered this step necessary. A testimonial in honor of the Doctor's efficient services at Howard is talked of in dental and social circles. Mrs. Mary Church Terrell, Mrs. Carrie W. Clifford and Rev. J. Milton Waldron have been elected delegates from the local branch of the Society for the Advancement of Colored People to the national convention of the organization, which meets in Chicago next week. Assistant Attorney General W. H Lewis will deliver the address to the literary societies of the National Religious Training School, Durham, N.C. at the annual commencement, May 23. Mr T. Thomas Fortune, editor-in-chief of the New York Age, is expected in the city shortly. Miss Henrietta Vinton Davis is meeting with success in dramatic recitals in Jamaica. Mr. Charles J. Pickett, Chicago's bustling young political leader and acknowledged "national quantity" of the State of Illinois, has been conducting most successfully a branch of the Tait Renomination Bureau, occupying two rooms in the Maceo Building, 11th and U streets Northwest. He has been giving lucrative employment to twenty-five young colored women. His payroll has been averaging $300 weekly. Rev. Walter II Brooks, a street constructionist in the matter of religious obligations, in an eloquent sermon last Sunday at the 19th Street Baptist Church, severely arraigned alleged church members who habitually muggle in dancing, card playing, theater-going, liquor drinking and various forms of immoralities. Prof. and Mrs. George William Cook and Mrs. Harriet Gibbs Marshall were recent visitors in New York City. By direction of the Mu-So-Lit Club, a fitting expression of appreciation and remembrance was sent by Corresponding Secretary R. W. Thompons to Judge Mifflin W. Gibbs, at Little Rock, Ark., in recognition of the 90th anniversary of the birth of the race's "Grand old Man." Many individual cards and tokens were sent by the members of the club. Judge Gibbs is an honorary member of the organization. Mr. Abner McMurtry, of Burgin, Ky., has succeeded the late Mr. Shermonte L. Brooks in the appointment division of the Treasury Department. Mr. Shelby J. Davidson, who has long held an important position in the office of the Auditor for the Post-office Department, has resigned to devote his entire time to his rapidly increasing law practice. He has offices in the Dietz Building, and is in charge of the financial agency of the Howard University Gymnasium Fund. Mrs. Mattie E. Ricks, now of New York City, has been spending a few weeks here with her mother at 1823 11th Street Northwest, and with Mr. and Mrs. Jesse C. Powell, 2022 9th Street Northwest. Her itinerary since leaving New York has also included a visit to Palm Beach, Fla., and Richmond, Va. Christiani Pharmacy The Christian Pharmacy, Schiffman & Goldsmith, is one of the oldest and most reliable drug stores in the city. This well known and established firm, situated at the corner of 7th and M streets Northwest, is where drugs are compounded daily. If you want prescriptions carefully compounded and toilet articles of every description, you should not fail to go to this druggist. Mention The Bee. The Best in the City. If you want a first-class tonsorial service, go to the Citizens' Barbershop, 1024 You Street Northwest Ask for the boss, McMullen. Every artist is a gentleman. Clean service on every customer. It is an up-to-date establishment. You will meet the people there. Mention The Bee The Southern Hand Laundry. Don't you want a first-class laundry service? If so, patronize the great Southern Laundry. See advertisement in another column of The Bee. Mention this paper when you call. Some of the best dressed men of moderate means save good money by wearing a slightly used suit, S3 to $10. They come here, as we have a very large stock and can fit you. Justth's Old State, one price. 619 D. Why Can't Washington Have a Colored Laundry. WANTED 100,000 race loving Colored People to patronize The Southern Hand Laundry 2031 7TH STREET, N. W. NEAR FLORIDA AVE. and prove that the Negro can support himself. Phone North 1847 PERFUMED FRUIT. The Curious Five Fingered Oranges Smell Sweet, but Are Not Good to Eat. A most weird looking fruit is the five fingered orange. It grows in exact- ly the shape of a half open hand. Even the nails are identical, hard pointed and claw-like, tipping the orange flowers with a length equal, in some cases, to three inches. It is no freak, but a proper kind of orange, belonging to a special variety. The tree itself is a rugged little shrub that does not average more than five or six feet in height in its native home. Japan. It does not grow straight, as the ordinary orange tree should, but is curved in all directions. Even the branches grow in spiral or twisted form, so that the width of the tree is often greater than the height. The fruit itself is of a pale yellow color, of a pure lemon hue, growing greenish toward the stem. The size is immense, considering the smallness of the tree, the largest ones measuring when mature fully ten inches from the wrist to the point of the middle finger, including the nail. But the fruit is not good to eat, what though it lacks in flavor it more than makes good in perfume. Perhaps the strangest thing about this perfume is that it is the fruit and not the flower that is odorous.—Pearson's Weekly. THE SHORTEST SPEECH. It Was Delivered by Caosar and Consisted of a Single Word. Julius Caesar holds the record for brevity of convincing speech. The story is told that while Caesar was in the midst of his struggle for the mastery of the Roman empire the soldiers of his favorite Tenth legion mutinied. He appeared before them, and, uttering the one word "Quirites," panned. That word means, of course, "citizens," but to the veterans to whom it was addressed it meant a great deal more. It was the special term used in addressing Roman voters assembled in a purely civic capacity, not as soldiers, but as civilians. To the mutinous soldiers it meant that the great commander, whom they had followed for ten long years from the Alps to the Thames and from the Rhine to the Pyrenees and across the Rubicon, disowned them as soldiers and dismissed them from his victorious service. Realising its meaning, the story goes, the mutineers were appalled. Battle scarred veterans burst into tears, implored their leader to pardon them and inflicted summary punishment upon the inciters of the mutiny as a proof of their repentance. TIMOTHY J. HANLON 1300 H Street, N. E. Washington, D. C. Cars to the Northeast Section and Suburbs pass the door. THE ASTORIA PHARMACY (W. ARMSTRONG) Fresh Drugs. Third and G Streets Northwest. Drugs and Preparations always fresh. Phone Main 3252. Baltimore and Ohio THE OFFICIAL ROUTE to the TWENTY-FIFTH Quadrennial Conference A. M. E. C. Kansas City, Mo. MAY 6-27, 1912 CHOICE OF ROUTES: VIA ST. LOUIS OR CHICAGO Go one way and return the othee For full information call on or address S. B. HEGE, District Pass'r Agent 1417 G St. N. W. near 15th st., Wash. FairviewPark Formerly Lakeview Park UNDER MANAGEMENT OF LewisT. Thomas 946 Tea Street, N. W. Open for engagements Beginning May 1st For Sale. For Sale—A Desirable Building lot located in a good colored settlement at BURRVILLE, D. C., cheap to quick buyer. Cash or terms. Address C. C. Jennings, 327 St. Paul St., Baltimore, Md. Houses for Rent. Several houses at Burville, D. C., for rent. Large garden tracts to each house and good water. Four, five and six rooms; 4-room, $8.00; 5-room, $10.00; 6-room, $12.00. Apply to Thomas Walker, 506 st. N. W. WANTED—BOYS. Boys who want to earn money should call at The Bee office every Friday afternoon and secure The Bee and sell it to the people. More money is earned from selling The Bee than from any other paper in the city. WANTED. A light complexioned colored barber; must be sober. Guarantee $10. Seventy-four miles from Washington, on B, & O. R. R. Address"Geo. L. Moxley, Martinsburg, W Va. Goldheim & Son. This is the greatest house in the city, and one that will fit you to order. Call before you purchase your spring suit. Satisfaction guaranteed or money refunded. Mention The Ree WARNING! We Keep Open House the Year Round, and We Keep it in Order WHISKEY Bottled by JOHN CASEY 4th and H Streets, N. W. Washington, D. C.