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The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17

1t was little boy in an American
Sunday School. who in reuly to his
teachers question, Who was the
first man?' answered. George Wash
ington." and upon being informed that
it was Adam. exclaimed: "Ah. we'll.
If you are speaking Of foreigners, per-
haps he was"
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17
BIDS FOR WOOD,

Bids win be received by School Dis
trict No. l. at the office OF the school
clerk. until April 18th. 1909. for 200
cords or more OF Bark Slabs, or Hem
lock. four-foot wood. to be delivered to
the different school buildings Of the
district. rs may be required on or be-
fore the 18th day OF July. 1902,
Right reserved to reject any and all
bids. BY order OF the board,
f. z, FERGUSON. Clerk.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17

A hitch in Boer peace negotiations
has occurred by England refusing to
grant an armis!ice On the grounds
that Cape rebels have not The same
footing as burghers Is this a dis
tinction without difference?
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17
4 CHATTANOOGA DRUGGISTS
STATEMENT.

Roht. J. Miller, proprietor OF the
Read House Drug Store OF ChsHtanoo-
ga, Tenn. writes: There is more
merit In Naleys Honey and lar than
any other cough syrup. The calls for
1t multiply wonderfully and We sell
more of it than all other cough syr-
ups combined"
Sold by Frank Hart
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17

Foley's Honey and Tar contains no
opiates. and viii not constipate like
nearly all other cough medicines Re
fuse substitutes.
Sold by Frank Hart, Druggist.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17

Millions are daily finding world OF
comfort In Buckien's Arnlea S',ve. 1t
kills pain from Burns, Scalds cuts.
Bruises cures Esruptions, salt Rheum
Bolls ana Feionss removes Corns and
Warts Best Pie cure IN earth. Only
IN at Chas Rogers drug store.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17
SURGEONS KNIFE NOT NEEDED

Surgery Is no longer necessary to
cure piles. De Wits Witch Hazel
salve cures such cases at once, remov-
ing the necessity for painful and ex-
pensiye operations. For scalds, cuts,
burns. wounds, bruises. sores and skin
diseases it Is unequalled. Beware Of
counterfeits.- Charles Rogers drug
gigt.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17

A cold at this time II neglected Ia
liable to cause pneumonia which Is ~
often fatal and even when the pa
tient has recovered the lungs are
weakened, making them peculiarly
susceptible to the development OF con-
sumption. Foley's Honey and Tar will
stop the cough. heal and strengthen
the lungs and prevent pneumonia
Hart's drug store.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17

Clerk OF the burning hotel (present-
ing bill to escaping guests)--All guests
of this hotel will please step into our
new office across the street any pay for
this extra fire and water service.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17

Some wicked wretch has most un-
kindly said that 'old maids are EN-.
bers whence the sparks have fled"
A man whom Sidney Smith had
worsted in an argument, testify ex-
laimed: If | had a SON who was an
idiot / would make him a parson."
Smith replied: Your father was Of a.
different opinion"
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17
ME SECRET oF LONG LIFE

TIE SECRET OF LONG LIFE
Consists in keeping all the main or
gans of the body in healthy, regular
action, and in quickly destroying the
deadly disease germs. Electric Bitters
regulate Stomash. Liver and Kidneys,
purify the blood and give a splendid
appetite. They work wonders In cur
ing Kidney Troubles, Female Com
plants. Nervous Diseases, Constlpa-
on.Dyspepsia. and Malaria. vigor-
Gus health and strength always follow
their use. Only soc, guaranteed by
Charles Rogers. druggist.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17
HEADS SHOULD NEVER ACHE.

Never endure this trouble Use at
once the remedy that stopped 1t for
Mrs. N. A. Webster, of Winnie, Va,
she writes, DIR. Kings New Life
Pills wholly cured me of sick head
aches had suffered from for two
years" Cure Headaches, Constipation,
Bilionsness. 25c at Chas. Rogers
drug store.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17

The bail of convicted embezzler In
Havana Is fixed at 100000. II the Gu
bans keep up the pace when left 10
themselves they viii render the island
a hot place for crime.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17
FOR CALIFORNIA AND NEVADA
WORK.

Wanted-teamsters. laborers. rock
rcn. tunnelmen. muckers, outside la
borers. long job. Special transporta-
,.oa from C. r. Hansen & Co., Port
llnd, Oregon, 26 N. Second St.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17

Foley's Kidney Cure II taken in time
affords security from all kidney and
bladder diseases.
Sold by Frank Hart
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17
PNEUMONIA rs ROBBED Or ITS
TERRORS.

BY Foley's Honey and Tar 1t stops
the racking cough and heals and
strkngthens the lungs. If taken in
time it will prevent an attack of pneu-
monia. Refuse substitutes
Sold by Frank Hart.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17

COUNTY hEPtfbistAAAN ltNhEz
Seaator--
c. W. FULTON.
REPRESENTATIVE
c. w. CARNAHAN,
A. scHERNECKAU.
County Judge-
j. II. u. GRAY.
Commissioners
c. c. CLARKE
Sheriff.
THOMAS LINvILLE.
Clerk
]. c. CLINTON.
Treasurer
cHAS. A. HEITBoRN.
Assessor
r. 5. CORNELIUS
Surveyor
R. G. F.. ATsBURY.
Coroner
w. c. A. PoHL
Justice Of the Peace
p. J. GOODMAN.
Constable
WA. BEASLEY.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17

Cream pure rye, Americas finest
whisky. The only pure goods; guar
anteed rich and mellow. JOHN L.
CARLSON, Sole Agent.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17

The surest and safest remedy for
kidney and bladder diseases Is Foley's
Kidney Cure. Sold by Frank Hart
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17

Ding Miss Bonde Is nothing II not
up-to-date. y know she refused Chol.
ly by wireless teiegraphy, oong-A
woman's no Is often yes But this
was yes-less' no"
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17

The scriptures say that money is the
root of all evil. We may say that it
is the root Of a good many family
freeq
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17

A woman never thinks OF her hus
band as gambler as hong as he does
not lose.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17

Foley's kidney Cure makes kidneys
ami bladder right Don't delay TAX
ing.
Sold by Frank Hart.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17

A man lose lots nf money expert.
menting with schemes to make money
without work
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17
TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY.

Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tab
let's All druggists refund the money
II II fails to cure, Z. w. Groves sig
nature is on each box. sc.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17

What did the Puritans come to
this country for?" asked teacher OF
a class in American History. To
worship in their own way and make
other people do the same" was the re
iv.l.s
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17

The AstorIan guarantees 10 Its ad-
yertisegs the largest circulation of any
newspaper published on the Columbia
River
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17
STATE REPUBLICAN TICKET.

STATE REPUBLICAN TICKET.
------
For Congress-
J. N, WILLIAMSON
Fur Governor
W. ]. FURNISH,
For Supreme Judge
II. S, BEAN
For Secretary OF State
+. i. DUNBAR.
For Treasurer
c, s. MOORE.
For State Printer
]. II. WHITNEY.
For Sup't. Of Public Instructions
J. II. ACKERMAN.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17
gailg sa.oriais,
Telephone. Main ssl,
TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION,
pAIY

Sent by nah, per year ....',,'',. ~ "
Sent by mail per month .......... %
Served hy carrier. per month -. 90
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17

Mrs Ellen Harlinson, of 300 Park
Ave, Kansas City. Mo-, writes as fol-
lows: "0ur two children had a severe
attack Of whooping cough, one Of them
in the paroxysm Of coughing would
often faint and bleed at the nose.
We tried everything we heard Of with
not getting relief. We then called in
our family doctor who prescribed
Foley's Honey and Tar With the
very first dose they began to improve
and we feel that 1t has saved their
lives" Refuse substitutes.
For sale by Frank Hart, Druggist.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17

The web Of life is drawn into the
loom for US, but we weave 1t ourselves.
The warp is given US. but the wood we
furnish.
DREADFUL ATTACK OF WHOOP-
ING COUGH
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17
The DalleS Route
STR. TAH0MA."
and BONITA"

TIME CARD
Str. "TAH0HA"
Leave Portland Mon, Wed, Fri. a. m.
Leave Dalles. Tues,. Thur. Sat. q. m.
Str BONITA"
Ly. Portland Tuea.. Thur, sat, Z q. m,
Lv, nalies, Mon. Wed. FRI. a. m.
Landing at foot of Alder Street. Port
land Oregon,
Both Phonea, Main ISL.
AGENTS.
John n. Fllloon. The Dalles. Ore.
A. J. Taylor, Astoria. orc.
Prather n Herman. Hood River. Ore,
Woiford a Wyera. white salmon, WIN.
J. e. Wyatt Vancouver. wn.
Il. -. Gilbrcth, Lyie' Wn.
John NJ. Totton. Stevenson. Wn,
Henry OimstCad, Carson Wn
H. w. CREIGHTON. Portland Oregon.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17
sEAII- WEEkhY.

Sent y man, per year n advances =
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1902-04-17

COUNTY REPUBLICAN TICKET.
The Ocala banner. (Ocala, Marion County, Fla.) 1883-194?, 1902-10-03

= ~ = = ~'.tE 90 Li~S
There occurred very quiet. simple,
and !retty wedding al nine "'rio..>
Wednesday evening u, the home of
Mir. and Mrs -. l.. Mark when their
daughter, Mis-, Ethel Belle Mark and
Mr.. Henry Lapham were united ia
marriage toy Rev. Robert Hugh Nor
ri, Of the Presbyterian church. only
the relatives and few intimate
friends Witnessed the ceremony.
The announcement of this marriage
came a. a surprise to most of their
friends, a. only very few knew of
the exact date Of the wedding.
The bride, who il beautiful blonde,
was All exceedingly pretty picture in
her white bridal robes of lace-trimmed
orgaIdie. She was attended 10y her
sister, Miss Bernice Mark, who was
also attir.d in white Organdie.
The groom was attended by Mr.
McCraney.
The bridal party entered the parlor-
at nine O'Clock 10 the strains Of Men
dlessOhn's wedding march, beautifully
rendered 10y Miss Jennie Bull, and
took their positions under the arch
formed by the double doors, which
was very beautifully decorated with
vines and flowers.
Mrs. Lspham is one of Ocala'- most
charming young women. She mas
lived in our city for number year,
but is originally from Pennsylvania.
She l. IA graduate Of the Ocala High
school Of the class of 80, i "a much
ior,d member Of the Presbyterian
church choir, and last year taught IN
the Mise, >harEe>' kindergarten
school.
Nj. Lsphan came to Ocala several
Years ago with MS parents from chr
cae". ard during ni, residence among
w. ...~ u,ade many friends He l. IN
.',,U g. n,. congratulated ON thu bride
lnsj g.. nas ".oI. lie j. = young man
o.. r.4r< .xrr.L-u; qualities ami j. a
-i4..i. .,r 'u- Hrr OF If. H. Mas
tens.
Mr.. aud Nr>. Lapham viii make
their home for the present with the
BRIDE parents.
The Ocala banner. (Ocala, Marion County, Fla.) 1883-194?, 1902-10-03
Unfortunate Accident

A. Mr.. -. r. Mathew aud hI-
daughter, of Lynne. were Omiug
into Ocala yes terday afternoon about
half past three. on OcklaWshs avenue
their horse hecame frightened ~ some
object and the lady wa thr,Wn from
the vehicle aud the fall resulted In
the breaking ~ her collar houe she
wa- taken into the residence of Nj
+. l.. Carney 10 All uuruu-. iou- ,pu-
ditioI Dr. VII. Power 49, summon
rd vino had the patient moved tp ia,
Marion county Ho~pi,.L where -he
Wd- resting easy AT l,-' tta.uIu'-
The Ocala banner. (Ocala, Marion County, Fla.) 1883-194?, 1902-10-03
nesth Of Mrs- shoenln

MIR. Nuloluette ~ho,ilIu. wife H.
W. r. ~hoeilin, died 20 ner home ir
Tampa, Tuesday morning al o'clock .
Mr-. ~boeG.u was formerly re~l-
dent Of Ocala and her husband Wa
marshal Of the city for "a number o.
years.
Besides her husband -he j. survived
10y a son. Mr.. Henry +. Shoeflin, VINO
Row lives in Birmingham, Ma, but
who, until recently, made hi home
in OchIa.
The Ocala banner. (Ocala, Marion County, Fla.) 1883-194?, 1902-10-03
Silks and NelVets.

Plain MORE effects. and fancy, in black
and the new colors for waists suits and
skirts. Many of the most dashing creations
of the season in Peau de Crepe, Loulsne
Moire Antiques, Peau de Cygne, Shot TAT
fetas. Plain Taffetas, etc. Examine our
Peau de Soir and Peau Ge Crepe Dress
Silks. in black and plain colors at Sl.00 per
vard-surely the best values at this price to
be had See our Mirror and Fancy velvets
for waists at DC and 81. OO per yard.
The Ocala banner. (Ocala, Marion County, Fla.) 1883-194?, 1902-10-03
BLACK AND COLORED DRESS GOODS.

Tn, variety i too great to partcuarize but we
mention few of the popular and leading materials
ut th, season Malta Cloth, Etemines, Crepe Canvas,
Cr.uutc Sanglier Cloth, Knckerbocker Sung, Granite
Cloths Hcrringbone Tws Prunellas Cames Hair Suit
.ug- Covert Suiting, Scotch Mixtures, MelrOse Fancy
Aruoucs Broadcloths, Nenetan Coating Serges, Zebe
lines storm Serges, Cheviots sponged and shrunken,
Whip Cords, All Wool Plads. Etc. Etc Also very
large line of cheaper wool and mixed dress goods in all
.,o shades at TO- I21,, IS, IS, 3 and 80 cents.
.i-. are exceptional values. Don't forget to inspect
r l wool Tricots and Dress Flannels 3d. IS and 10
....--bacl and all the popular shades
The Ocala banner. (Ocala, Marion County, Fla.) 1883-194?, 1902-10-03
Floor Coverings

Large line Ingram and Brussel Carpets
NIouuette. SMYRNA and Ingram Rugs, Art
Squares. japanese China, and Cocoa Mat
tings. Window Shades. Lace Curtains. Win
dow Poles and fixtures. PortierS, etc. Take
a look through this department: You Will
find MANY good and pretty goods sold at
very close profits.
The Ocala banner. (Ocala, Marion County, Fla.) 1883-194?, 1902-10-03
Ocala GrccnlIOu~c Co. Florists
Phone. No.

Ocala Greenhouse Co. Florists
Phone. No. ,.
Capt John L. Iuglis has gone to
New York OH business.
Col w. y. Camp of Albion, was
among Ocala's prominent visitor,
yesterday.
MIR. :. II. Gaitskill, of Mcintosh
president OF the state fair association,
is in the city.
Miss Annie belong, of Gambler,
came up to attend the wedding of her
friend, Miss Ethel Mark.
Mr.. Samuel \. Agnew, of Early
Bird, was visitor to Ocala yesterday
and renewed his subscription to this
paper.
Miss Blanche Hall, of Gambler ar
rived in Ocala yesterday. Miss Hall
is the new teacher in the high school
faculty.
frof. Is. f. HarlWeli' Oh howard
Academy, has returned from MS sum-
hler VACATION anu the SCHOOL VIII open
honu"y'
Mrs. Henry w. Long, of Martel,
returned Yesterday from jacksonville
where she has been spending the past
few days.
AZ, -.
spending some tIm- with relatives
in Wilmington, y. G., returned home
yesterday.
o.., ,-,-.n .r------ ........
-,l:INN, ','': =. ,. 49,,
. U.,'.;, pn;.,. .,-.,',
W., Nnaor.ou
The Ocala banner. (Ocala, Marion County, Fla.) 1883-194?, 1902-10-03
Dress Trimmings

t.......f rIInuInE new concrlJS' 'oIII-
-.- such --ylsS a. VIII oe IN N"Eue t fpI.
....'-... Ir..-- until You have seen these
......t.t..' novelties.
The Ocala banner. (Ocala, Marion County, Fla.) 1883-194?, 1902-10-03
DonneStics

~ --aI- 1arl-yvidc. unbIeacne.d ZONES Dolnes,
.... Cd. -...,,r sold M ocala We nave
ar r 90 hleached ana 9nDiea I,.hi1L l ,~o
.,....i-u.Iv Close profits. Ne buy
.....- I'M very large quantities and can
.... -... .....-f ANYONE.
The Ocala banner. (Ocala, Marion County, Fla.) 1883-194?, 1902-10-03

SARA ELIZABETH HARRIS. Lo:al Eiitor.
The Ocala banner. (Ocala, Marion County, Fla.) 1883-194?, 1902-10-03
z--- GREAT SHOWING OF --zn
\EW FAIL DRESS GOODS
H. B. MASTERS
POPULAR DEPARTING T STORE

Come and take peep at the largest and hand
soonest line of Dry Goods ever brought to Ocala.
a most diversified assortment of the seasons best
and ClevereSt creations. The novel ideas will de-
light YOU, the new weaves Coors and combinations
will prove attractive as we'll as the many STIRRING
VALUES Our Dress Goods Department presents
new ideas all the time but especially now. with the
and foreign markets.
The Ocala banner. (Ocala, Marion County, Fla.) 1883-194?, 1902-10-03

Capt John L. Iugis has gone to
New York OH business
The Ocala banner. (Ocala, Marion County, Fla.) 1883-194?, 1902-10-03

Fast received. Georgia Seed
gxe. gnO. Mccarthy store.
The Ocala banner. (Ocala, Marion County, Fla.) 1883-194?, 1902-10-03

Col. w. y. Camp of Albion, was
among Ocala's prominent visitor,
Yesterday
The Ocala banner. (Ocala, Marion County, Fla.) 1883-194?, 1902-10-03

MIR. :. II. Gaitskill, of Mcintosh
president OF the state fair association,
is in the city.
The Ocala banner. (Ocala, Marion County, Fla.) 1883-194?, 1902-10-03

Miss Annie belong, of Gambler,
came up to attend the wedding of her
friend, Miss Ethel Mark.
The Ocala banner. (Ocala, Marion County, Fla.) 1883-194?, 1902-10-03

Mrs. Il. y. Rurford and children,
who have been spending the past five
weeks with relatives in Troy, Ala,
returned home Yesterday afternoon.
Nj. Burford went up to Troy about ten
DAYS ago ana accompanied his family
The colored American., 1902-01-25
Ministers at a Feast.

The annual dinner of the Washing
ton Minis ters' Union was held at'Grey's
cafe, III street between 18th and 17th
streets last Monday. The union In un-
denominational and II composed OF the
pastors of the Episcopal, Presbyterian,
Congregationslist, A. NJ. e. aud A. n.
E. Zion churches. 1t was organized by
the late Rev. DR.. Alexander Crum-
well, rector of ST. Luke's P. E. church.
The present officers are: President,
Rev. A. G. Garner; vice president, Rev.
D. E. Wiseman; secretary, Rev. DR..
B. J. Boiding; corresponding secretary,
Rev. I. L, Thomas. Rev. W a. Moore,
D D., field secretary OF the CongTega-
tionsl Church. was present and de-
livered an address. Those present we're
Rev. F. j. QrImke. A. G. Garner, D.
f. Rivers, B. j Bolding. P. J. J.Bennett
0. n. Waller. D. z. Wisemsn, 8. n
Brown, 1. L. Thomas, D. G. Hill and
DR.. Moore.
The colored American., 1902-01-25
Bishop Grant to Lecture.

Much interest is being manifested in
the forthcoming lecture in this city by
Bishop Abram Grant, who is regarded
as one of the very ablest leaders Of the
race in this country. This will be the
Bishops first lecture engagement here
for several years. He will app,ar at
the Second Baptist church. Tuesday
evening, January 2s, at 7:45 O'CLOCK,
subjsct, Three Things That Go to
Make a Man" Musical features will al
so be presented. The affair is a special
meeting of the Second Baptist Lyceum
and is under the direction of Mr.. R;
". Thompson.
The colored American., 1902-01-25

funds for the memorial. The central
executive committee consists Of the fol-
lowing members: Bishop B. w. Arnett,
Ohio; Booker T. Washington, Ala
bams; J. w. Lyons, Georgia; Cyrus
Field Adams, Illinois; Henry P Cheat
ham, North Carolina; K. Il. Terrell
and Daniel Murray, District OF COlum-
Dia. The last named Is secretary and
reports that contributions are rapidly
coming in. There is an advisory com
mittee Of two hundred of the mos
prominent Afro-AmeaIcans of the
country.
The colored American., 1902-01-25
THE OUTLOOK.

Notable among the special portraits
in the Magazine Number of The Out
look for February is one fIom a full
length photograph of SenCr Palma, the
newly elected President of the Republic
of Cuba. The photograph was taken
for The Outlook by Mr.. Henry Hoyt
Moore. who accompanies it with talk
about the personality of Senor Palma.
The colored American., 1902-01-25
Your Newsdcaler's Treat.

The. .Colored American, the acknowl-
g dyed criterion of Negro j1urns lism
containing each week q special feature
of the race in caricsture, articles Of In
terest TO the race from our best writer's,
besides news from all over the Negro
world given In delectaole manner.
should be read by a1 You can get 1t,
your friend can get it by calling st
your newsdealer. Price per copy, B
cents.
The colored American., 1902-01-25
Founders Day.

WiIberforce University will celebrate
its 3ssh anniversary known as Founders
Day, February "a, 1909 to which ali
ministers, educators and Christians are
invited. An interesting program has
been arranged and the day win be
banner one In every respect.
The colored American., 1902-01-25
Auxiliary to Memorial Association.

An auxiliary of the Mckinley Ma
tional Memorial Association OF Cleve
land. Ohio, hss been formed for tn
purpose OF enlisting the cooperation OF
the Masons, Odd Fellows, Knights of
PythiAs and similar fraternsl societies
and the various church organizations
among the Airo-AmericaRs In raising
The colored American., 1902-01-25

North Carolina is fortunate in her
young men. They WELD power In
many directions for good and by pa
thence, diplomacy and sturdy progress
they are demonstrating that SOHO
qualities can be made to tell, no matter
how oppressive the environment may
be.
At the head of the list Of the young
man who are sounding the toesin OF
race elevation in the Old North State Is
DR.. James, E. Shepard. Clean, thor
ough-going, intelligent and resource
full, he has made reputation that pre-
sases q brilliant future. North Caro-
lima can produce another Congressman
to enlarge the serstwhile group OF hon.
orable race defenders and to the roster
that has been illumiHed by O'Hara,
Cheathsm and White, the name OF
Shepard could be added to the great
advantage and satisfaction OF the voters
and citizens of the Raleigh district.
This Is q "cousummstion devOutly to be
wished" and it is clearly within the
range Of early possibilities. The sub
stautial character of the Negroes ofDr.
Shepard's bailiWiek, their strong foot
ing In the soil and their growth in edu-
cation, render it plain that they must
be reckoned with IS positive factors
They will not long be content without
8 representative OF their race to cham
MON their cause in the national legisla
ture.
DIR, Shepard is q thinker, an Orato
and q scholar. He has complenensiV
view of the conditions ABOUT him, ant
understands how 10 utilize the mater
,aI with which he must work. Article
fron his pen, interviews reported b.
the Associated Pfess and speeches De
fore large audiences TEEN WI h maai.
sentiments, and indicaIe deep 1nteres
in the problems that effect his nstiV
heath.
He stands by the old leaders and en
dssvors to build an enduring super
structure upon the foundation laid b.
them. He believes thoroughly in tn
loyalty Of Senator Pritchard. He re
CARDS him IS the most powerful ma
North Carolina has ever sent to tn
Senat Q, and will labor early and late
see that he is returned to that body
He believes that the Negroes smbit1o
and inherent strength will oVercom
the restrictive laws and that, after 81
the South Is the Negro's best and mos
natural home H. fRvOrs greater r
publican party iu the South. but insis
that It shall not be built upon the ruiz
of the Negroes hopes. He has the u
most confidence in the wisdom of Pre-
idsnt Roosevelt, and is OF the opinio
that the policies enunciated from Il
White House Will make for the perm
nent betterment Of the entire South al
Dri,g happy results to both races, mors
Iy, politically and financially.
The Negro people of the Raleigh di
trict of North Carolina sanaOt do vi
er thing than to send such far-seein
energetic and accomplished young lea
er as DR.. James Z. Shepard to the 5S
Congress.
The colored American., 1902-01-25
pR.sHEPARDFoR CONGRESS

Strong Sentiment Developing IN
Favor of North Carolina's Bril-
liant Youns Leader X o Q
Pride Education Eand Wealth
Overcoming Restrictive Lows