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The colored American., 1902-02-15
MR.. WHITE NOT SNUBBED.

Hon. George H. White spoke In
Brooklyn q few evenings ego. The as
sociated press rumor of divsion
among the colored citizens and D
"snub" to him is without foundasions
His reception was cordial and URsal'
meus.
The colored American., 1902-02-15
SHADOW AND LIGHT"

A Comprehensive Rev ew of Race History
Judge Gibbs Interesting AutobIogra
ply Will Enjoy Wide Circulation.
The colored American., 1902-11-22

The innovation offered by THE COL
oRED AMERICAN few weeks ago IN pre-
scnting to our many patrons handsome
illuminated supplement-the latest and
best photograph of Booker T. Washing
ton, artistically done in four colors-has
set the country "by the ears" In COM
mon parlance. Not only has this un-
usual production attracted widespread
attention, but unstinted praise has come
to US because OF the bright and original
features" introduced. the unique
method of discussing the topics of the
day IN a breezy, chatty way that at or <
interests, amuses and instructs. Our
several departments, abounding in wit
and wisdom; editorials that carry both
scholarship and ginger" our newsy
local paragraphs and mirror of society,"
all appeal to the most cultured and re-
hned tastes More than that. when the
pressure of advertising has been too
great for our usual forms, THE CoLoRED
AMERICAN has not hesitated to enlarge
to twenty-pagcs, giving our subscribers
their quota OF reading matter, without
additional charge
10 give an idea of the pleasant sur
prise our progressive spirit and Jour
nalist1c push have given our friends, and
TO show the wide area covered by our
operations, we give below few sample
letters picked up at random from The
Editors Mail Bag"
The colored American., 1902-11-22

Dear readers, let US pause for little
herat-to-heart talk.
Have you received small pink slip,
asking you to remit the amount Of
your subscription today?
If so, it means that you are sadly in
arrears and we hope by this simple
method 20 arouse you to prompt ac-
ton ii the direction indicated.
In other words, we wish you to
send US the money you owe for which
by letter and bill We have repeatedly
ask you to pay.
These statements have been sent to
people high in church, official and
business standing, who enjoy an am
pie income and would not miss the
small sum demanded; but the returns
have been so few and slow that we are
at loss to know the reason why.
We are giving the nation a splendid
paper. As all can see, commendatory
letters come TO US from every station,
and from every walk of life. There is
something interesting and profitable
to all classes and conditions of readers,
and our steadfa.t contention for Ne
gro manhood, for larger opportunities
for development. for sturdy independ-
ence. and helpful portrayal OF the best
IN Negro character and achievement
combine TO make the Colored Ameri-
can pre-eminently the paper for the
people In our columns you will find
the scholarship of the magazine, the
spr1ghtliness of the up-to-date journal,
the spicy variety of the progressive
newspaper. the scintillating sparkle OF
the modern feature" periodical and
the sledge-hammer blows OF the un-
compromising race champion
Now 1t costs money TO keep such a
large institution in regular and sys-
tematic operation. With expenses
heavy, even when the strictest econo-
my is observed, your delinquency in
creases our bill for stamps. clerk hire
and stationery, to say nothing of the
wear and tear upon our nerves and
optimistic philosophy.
The colored American., 1902-11-22
A GRAND RACE ADVOCATE.

Editor CoIored American: / have
read a great number of Negro papers,
but the Coiored American is the best
Negro journal that l have ever seen.
II is just what every Negro family
should have in their home. l speak
proudly of this paper and I wish that
had the opportunity Of reading it
Oftener than I do. I have been read
ing your paper for several years and
am compelled to tell you it is one of
the grandest papers that has been pub
lished by a Negro journalist. Your
paper has been sent TO me for several
years by my cousin. Prof. w. H. Rich
ards. and | appreciate the favor very
highly. l would feel proud if the Ne
groes in the State of Tennessee could
publish a journal on the same broad
lines. l trust the Colored American
will never die II. : L
The colored American., 1902-11-22

universities are just abour having their
commencement exercises, and l thought
it would be a good idea for each young
go forth into the battle of life. l think
Professor Washington's life viii be a
man to have a copy Of this issue as they
t@autiful story for them, as no man of
our race is doing more for the welfare
and upbuilding Of his people His life's
good work should be read in our
schools, as none is more worthy of en-
ulatiou / have just received the sad
news Of the death of my old friend and
cnmrade. Capt Thos. S. Kelly. Hoping
this may find your family and friends,
as we'll as yourself, in the best of health
and spirits, am,
Very truly yours,
L
The colored American., 1902-11-22

Lexington. Ky.-I have to hand YOUR
paper of 18th inst, accompanied by a
most excellent likeness of the Great
Booker Washington. and simply write
this TO express my thanks and apprecia-
ton of the same We have Mr.. Wash
ington at the Lexington Opera House
June 9th. and are making preparation
for big time for him. Both races are
much interested VIII write the matter
I'D and send account To Won.
Enclosed please find clipping frem the
most popular daily in Lexington. which
vas called forth from the pen of Editor
Moore, OF the Blne Grass Blade, be-
cause of an invitation by one Gen. Gen
try. an ex-Confederate. to entertain Mr..
Washington to rabbit chase. Glad 10
see you so Loyalty and rovaIly WELD YOUR
pen in defense Of Mr. Washington.
Surely you have done much for the
cause he so manfully advocates. The
AMERICAN IS all right. With best wishes
am, Yours etc.
The colored American., 1902-11-22

J. A. ROACH.
The colored American., 1902-11-22

pers woald do well 10 follow I consider
your paper confined to nc class or sect
but paer of the people. l congratulate
your eminent success in journalism and
trust the future holds out TO you greater
success than now imaginable.
Very truly yours,
w. T. A
The colored American., 1902-11-22
KNOWS HOW To HELP

New York CITY.
! am in receipt of your letter enclos-
ing hiil for my subscription to vour
valuable paper and cheerfallv enclose
me sum Of two dollars for the coming
year l enjoy reading your paper ver1
much and think I can succeed in getting
at least one subscriber, NJ
The colored American., 1902-11-22
ADORNMENT FOR HOME.

Catchall, S. c., July 81 congratulate
YOU, Mr.. Editor. upon the addition of
new life to The Colored American.
Every family should have their homes
adorned with the portrait of the two
great men who figured in your supple
ment,-Booller T. Washington and Rev.
w. L. Taylor.
The colored American., 1902-11-22
WE SHALL BE WITH YOT1

East Orange, N. J.-Please find en-
crossed check for my subscription. Hone
10 see you at our next convention At nv
OLD home in Richmond. Must conqraf-
uiate you on the high excellence of the
AMERICAN in both ma er and appear
ance. Best regards and wishes for vour
future attainments. | am.
Very respectfully yours.
]. N ".
The colored American., 1902-11-22

Charlotte, n. C.-Your letter of Nav
goth. enclosing bill on account of suh,
scription. has been received and 7 en-
close herewith check on Charlotte for
81 covering same. | have noticed the
several Improvements which YOU have
made in THE CoLoRED AMERICAN. and
desire to congratulate you on same,
wishing for your paper the success
which it justly merits. | desire TO re-
main Yours very truly.
H ] G..
The colored American., 1902-11-22
OMEGA OF ATTAINMENT.

Scaife. Ark-I have received your
peerless paper THE CoLoRED AMERICAN,
very regularly, and always enjoy its
tir1el" contents. Wish every Negro alive
to-day could read, and that they would
read ii each week. 1t is so rich and
good until I hate to have il alone,
though rarely part with copy-in fact
never do unless | know the favored par
ty is going to appreciate the treat and
read it. and that any sane human being
will do. Really your paper is the
Omega of high attainment and perfection
in the journalistic way Enclosed find
check for ST. With best wishes for vorr
success, l beg to remain your devoted
friend. II. @. B.
Jacksonville, Fla-Please find en-
closed my check for five dollars TO cover
my subscription. Wishing you con-
tinued success, | am.
Truly yours,
J. E. l.
The colored American., 1902-11-22
DELIGHTED WIFH OUR STORY

New Orleans. La was so we'll
pleased after reading your issue of the
18th with ycr1r article on the life history
of Prof. Booker T. Washington. of
Tus.-su~ institute. that / wired YOU for
g. 49, q copies. Our schools and
The colored American., 1902-11-22
EXAMPLE SHOULD BE FOL-
LOWED.

| purchased a copy of CoLoRED AMERI-
CAN this week with B. T WaShington's 5
picture as supplement. | consider this
step an advancement in Negro journal
ism and one which our better Negro pa
The colored American., 1902-11-22

Is a further kiEt necessary? va
want everybody 10 have the ColO!sa ~
American, and should regret 70 use ,ist ,n
pruning-knife on a subscription Ii Ii
embracing 30 uss y whc are peFsOHA'
friend
The colored American., 1902-11-22
WENT LIKE HOT CAKES.

Memphis, Tenn-Please send 70 m.
ter copies of last weeks Issue Fold 90
Prof Washington's picture ii not
bend, or rather, tear. Can sell that
many as soon as received. Nav order
"i"fe. w. NJ. T.
Baltimore, Md.-The current Issue of
he CoLoRED AMERICAN is a great one
which certainly adds to your fame as a
leader in Afro-American Journalism In
this and the annual of the Florida .Sc,ti-
.ri. we truly see the races brains in
journalism. III
The colored American., 1902-11-22
Telegram
WANTS THEM IN A HURRY.

Greensboro. n. C-Send one hundred
copies last issue COLoRED AMERICAN
]. B. DUDLEY.
A. and NJ. COLLEGE
The colored American., 1902-11-22
THE PLEASURE IS OURS.

St. Paul, Mimi enclose herewith
subscription for one wear. 1t is a small
matter compared with the good that
get ot,t Of vnur paDer Taking into con-
sideration the enclosed and other mat
tiers have sent you respecting the coun-
Gil. can you tell me il you ever saw more
smoke as you go down the pike than we
are making for the council? Kindly give
Us notice. Please send US list of per-
sons to whom we might send copies Of
the enclosed matter Also please send
me four portraits of Prof Washington.
See that they are evenly folded and
wrapped in a horn so that they will not
break. and send half a dozen copies of
paper under separate cover. I wish to
present them to white friends of mine
Let ME congratulate you on your push
r I. McG
The Washington times., 1902-04-18
WEDDINGPRESENTS R. R:~f Harris Co.'s
Ouadrupie Si.v.r Plate.

stock superior in quality and assortment
TO that of any other store Low prices
should be a prominent feature in selling these:
The Washington times., 1902-04-18
NEWSBOYS' BAND AS ESCORT.
March at the Head of Orient Command
cry, Knights Templars.

The Washington Times Newsboys' Band
made their second public appearance last
night as escort to Orient Commandery
No. 5, and evidenced their ability to fur
nish escort music of a high order. All
along the line admiration was expressed
for the work of the boys, and at times
these feelings found expression in bursts
of applause
Tho boys assembled early in the even
ing in the band room in The Times
Building and were prompt in arriving at
the corner of Tenth and G Streets north
west. where they took up their position
at the head of Orient Commandery for the
march to Convention Hall Some CT the
boys are only nine years old. and some
doubt had been expressed as to their abil-
ity to march and keep proper time for
the marching men. This doubt was
quickly dispelled, and the little fellows
showed that they did not depend upon
their legs. but upon their heads, for their
march time.
Their bright uniforms and glistening in
struments bespeak volumes as to the care
that has been exercises in training the
boys. and no inspection officer in the
United States Army could have found a
flaw anywhere At the fair even the hand
some uniforms of the sir knights failed
to dim the brightness OF The boys and
they were everywhere the center of a.
traction. The ladies abandoned their work
AMI temporarily forgot the enterprises in
which they were engaged while watching
the work of the boys and admiring their
efforts.
a very enjoyable musical entertainment
was held by Champion Council No. l..
Junior Order United American Mechanics.
at the Loyal Legion Hall on Tenth Street,
Wednesday evening. when a hundred or
more persons were present. The pro-
gramme included a number of solos and
recitatons, but the chief feature of the
entertainment was the playing of The
Washington Times Newsboys' Band. The
little fellows opening the evenings exer
cises with The Star-Spangled Banner"
which was SO enthusiastically received
that the lads were obliged to respond with
Creole Bellies"
There was but one expression of as
constituent and admiration at the re-
markable ability displayed by the young
boys. They played with the skill and
technique of veterans, and a number OF
musicians in the audience predicted great
success of the little fellows. Several
times during the evening they were called
upon to render selections that were not
down on the program, and they were
easily the chief attraction of the evening.
The entertainment was given for the
benefit Of the order, and was the first one
Of a series that are to be held by the
organization. The program was arranged
by Mr. J. Z. Howell, one OF a committee
of three who were charged with the ar
rangements. Among the others on the
program was James Cathell, who sang a
bass solo.
The Washington times., 1902-04-18

and Officers of the several Communicates
On behalf of the management OF the
Masonic Fair it affords me great pleasure
TO welcome you 10 Convention Hall TO-
night.
THE object OF this fair and exhibition
is SO we'll known to You all that il is
hardly necessary for me to even refer to
1t, for | well know that you have all
come well prepared TO deal literally with
these fair ladies who are laboring so con-
stantly and SO disinterestedly to make
this undertaking a grand success. For
this labor Of love We owe them a debt Of
gratitude that we will never be able to
repay. And / appeal to you as gallant
Sir knights TO refuse them nothing to-
night.
"One OF the fundamental principles of
our order is beneyolence. and you can
not exemplify this virtue in a better CT
more worthy cause
Remember, Sir knights, the fate of
our ancient brethreni The chief cause Of
their ruin and temporary downfall was
their extraordinary wealth, which at
tracted the coyetous eyes of European
sovereigns. more particularly of that
ayaricicus monarch Philip " OF France.
who has been characterized as a knayc
a murderer and extortioner, during whose
reign DeMolay and hundreds OF other
noble Knights, after being imprisoned and
suffering untold tortures, were finally
burned al the stake. And this after their
heroic achievements, their zeal and devo-
tion in the cause OF Christianity, their
wonderful successes bought by innumera-
BILE martyrdoms.
''The memory of these holy warriors,
The Washington times., 1902-04-18
PRESIDENT FAVORS MORE
PAY FOR CARRIERS
Conference Held With Labor
Leaders at White House.
Chinese Exclusion Bill One Of the Chief
Subjects of Discussion-Mr.
Gompers' Views.

That letter carriers should receive more
pay is the opinion of President Roosevelt.
Mr.. Samuel Gompers, president OF the
American Federation of Labor. together
with the members of the executive council
OF the federation, had a long conference
at the White House yesterday, ana
broached the subject of an increase OF pay
for letter carriers, and the President ex-
pressed his approval Of the idea. AT tue
nresent time 81 900 is the maximum sti-
pend.
A number of other labor questions were
discussed at considerable length. Fore
most was the Chinese exclusion bill. Mr..
Gompers stated that the federation
favored the House bill on this subject, and
that in the law ultimately to be enacted
they desired no date of its expiration, and
that they wanted clause prohibiting the
shipping of Chinese on American ships.
Favors Stringent Exclusion Law.
According to Mr.. Gompers the President
is in favor of thoroughly stringent ex-
clusion law. but M. Gompers would not
say whether or not the President regard
ed the bill as amended and passed in the
Senate yesterday as sufficiently strict The
eight hour bill and the prison labor bill
were talked over On the subject OF the
anti-injunction bill, which defines the
meaning of the word Conspiracy" as used
in connection with strikes. the President
declined to commit himself.
The council consists of the president OF
the American Federation of Labor. Samuel
Gompers; the secretary, Frank Morrison:
P. NJ. Draper. of the Canadian Trade and
Labor Commission; James Duncan. John
Mitchell, James O'Connell. Max Morris,
Thomas l. Kidd, d. A. Hayes, and John b.
Lennon.
The Washington times., 1902-04-18

of interest for the visitors, who marveled
at the harmony that the little fellows are
able TO get from their instruments.
Everything at the fair is now in working
order and the thousands of humanity are
handled with as much ease as so many
hundreds would be under ordinary circum-
stances. Everywhere the best of order
prevails and visitors vie with each other
in their display of good fellowship. There
is an entire absence of Objectionable char
acters. and ladies are as safe without es-
cort in the fair rooms rs they would be in
their own homes.
Royal Arch Chapter Night.
Tonight viii be Royal Arch Chapter
night. and most enjoyable evening for
the members of the chapters is assured.
BY order OF the NJ. L. grand high priest
the following order has been issued for the
information OF those concerned:
Invitation has been extended 10 the
Grand Chapter and the constituent chap
tcrs to attend the Masonic Fair and Ex-
position on the evening of Friday, April
IS. 1902, which has been designated az
chapter night
THE constituent chapters are, there
fore. requested to assemble at O'Clock
ou the evening mentioned. and form in
procession, in order OF juniority, on Tenth
Street northwest. the right of the junior
chapter resting on Street.
The officers and past officers of the
Grand Chapter will assemble at Masonic
Temple at o'clock p. m.
THE procession viii move promptly at
7:30 o'clock. under the direction of the
grand captain OF the host and proceed TO
The Washington times., 1902-04-18
CURA'S POSTAL SERVICE.
An Understanding Effected Between This
Country and the Island.

The Postmaster General has advised the
War Department that an understanding
has been reached with President elect
Palma. with reference to the postal COM
munication between Cuba and the United
States 1t has been agreed that the
present military authorities shall provide
in advance postal supplies sufficient to
last until August l. 1902. such supplies to
be settled for by the Cuban government.
1t has also been decided to promulgate
an order on May 20. the date of the trans
fer of the government, announcing that
pending the conclusion of a postal con-
vention between the United States and
Cuba. the present status of the exchange
of mails between the two countries shall
be maintained; that is. that all mails
shall continue to be subject to the post
age rates now applicable to articles cir
culating in the domestic mails Of the
United States. The present condition as
to money orders is also to continue. This
order shall be promulgated simultaneously
by the President of the United States and
President Palma, of Cuba.
The Washington times., 1902-04-18
FATHER 0'C0N0R'S LECTURE.
Discusses "Niebelungen Lied and the
Wagner Operas"

Washington society turned out in force
yesterday afternoon to hear the lecture
by the Rev. J. F. n 0'Conor. s. J.. at
the Lafayette Square Opera House or
The Niebelungen Lied and the Wagner
Operas" The lecture was given for the
benefit of the House of the Good Shep-
herd and was illustrated by handsome
stcreopticon views.
Father O'Conor related stories of sew
eral of the connected series of Wagnerian
operas, dwelling particularly upon '-Sieg-
fried" the second drama and the third
evening of THE Ring of the Niebelun-
gen." He told the story Of the opera.
pointing out and describing the motives
for various important actions OF the plot.
The Washington times., 1902-04-18
ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER NEXT
Director Haley Arranges Spe-
cial Musical Program for
go, the Evening.
Templars Cheered Along Line of March
and rendered an Ovation on Entering
Convention Hall.

The waving plumes of the Sir knights
and their glittering uniforms and insignia
added brilliancy TO the Masonic Fair last
night. Contrary to the expectations of the
fair managers the crowds continue to
grow nightly. The opening of the doors at
: instead of 7:30 o'clock, as heretofore
relieved the crush at the doors, and ma
terially added to the pleasure of the pa
irons, despite the increased number of
persons in attendance.
Cheered Along Line of March.
From the formation of the line of march
at the corner of Tenth and f Streets in
terest in the marching Sir Knights was
intense. Along the line of march they
were frequently cheered At the entrance
to Convention Hall they were met by
Chairman Allison Nailor, of the commit
tee on organization, assisted by Major
James E. Bell, Capt. =. W. Zea, and Mr..
G. A. Whitaker. and headed by Haley's
Band. they entered the hall, with Wash
ington Commandery, No. /, in the lead.
The Old Guard Drum Corps ahead of Co
lumbia Commandery No. ., Potomac Com
mandery No. 8. and DeMolay Command
derry No. followed.
Orient Commandery, No. 5, had the
Washington Times Newsboys' Band at
their head. and received an ovation as
they entered. AS the Sir Knights marched
to the head of the hall and opened ranks
the sight was a beautiful one. Its eff
feet was heightened as they presented
swords for the Grand Ccnmandery to pass
between on their way to the platform.
When they reached there Mr.. Allison Nall
or. jr., presented Grand Commander
George Gibson to Past Grand Commander
E. ]. Davis, who was acting for the re-
ception committee.
Address to the Sir Knights.
The past grand commander then extend
ed the following welcome TO the sir
knights. He said:
Right Eminent Sir. officers of the
Grand Commandery of Knights Templars
of the District OF Columbia, Sir knights.
The Washington times., 1902-04-18
THANKS FOR GENERAL BELL.
Presidents Recognition of the Results Of
His Philippine Campaign.

The following telegram was sent yes
terday to General Chaffee at Manila by
Adjutant General Corbin:
THE Acting Secretary of War directs
me to inform you that the President
wishes, through you, to express his graft
fcation and the qualification of the Amer
ican people at the results OF the cam
paign of Brig. Gen. J. Franklin Bell and
the officers and men of his command. in
Batangas and Laguna Provinces which
eliminated in the surrender of the insur-
gert forces under Malvar, and which Will
further extend the territory in which civil
government is exercised.
The Washington times., 1902-04-18
BUBONIC PLAGUE IN CHINA.
Consul at Canton Reports Country Dew
astated by Pestilence.

According to a telegram received at the
State Department yesterday from Rob-
ert McWade. United States consul at Can
ton, China, the country in the vicinity OF
his post is being devastated by pestilence.
Mr. McWade has sent several dispatches
previously, telling of the spread of bubon-
ic plague and cholera. In yesterdays tel
egram he said:
Whole villages on the banks of North
River in the vicinity of Shickwan-fu. are
devastated by smallpox and typhoid fever.
Fatshan (or Fachan) a large town near
Canton. is suffering from cholera and
plague"