The Washington Bee Newspaper, August 14, 1886, Page 2

Published every Saturday at 1109 1 street northwest, Washington, D. C. o at the Postoffice at Washington ay epeccond-ciass mail matter. TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION. ne copy, per year - - Bix eer - - 3 ree months - wien subscribers, monthly - - 20 ADVERTISING RATES: One inch, one an - - Quarter column z - Fi - ; Half column - i ts Qne colump es Qne nch, one year pe Quarter column 3 - = Halfcolumn a One column Speci a) notices 50 cents each. Ten lines con stitute an inch. - $2.00 - 1.00 $1 00 500 sibility for state degree nara pig. oor corres pondent se all they say. pinecone living topics is solicited but to have attention must be brief. Communications for publicat ton m he accompanied with the writer's name Not necessarily tor publication, but a guarantee of good faith. W. CALVIN CH ust —__—X"!_!"= There are two letters at this office for Charles E. Cowen. Mr. Douglass’ letter to Recorder Matthews was very short. Recorder Matthews can count those who aided him on his right hand. The colored church, colored school house and colored press, are the only defense ot the race. More colored citizens are pur chasing lots in South Washington, and preparing te build than ever before. — We regret that we are compelled to declive the invitation of the citizens ot Foxville, Va., to address them next month. The United States has gone so far that she caunot back water. She must fight Mexico in some way or prove herself a coward. mal to an elephant. He can beat Ingalls every day in the week. The Kanras sen.tor will find out that he cannot atuck every Negro. Hon. J. Milton Turner will remember him. There is uo truth in the state- ment that the editor of the Brr at- tended the Panorama of the battle of Ball Run. He has never been in the place. eres . The appointment of Mr. Dorsey Claggett as R:corder of Wills, does not meet the approval of the District democracy. The _ presi- dent cannot appoint any man to suit them. Mr. Claggett got there just the same. -Among tbe leading purchasers of real estate, are J. W. Branson, one of our leading citizens, and Geo. W. Greene, the builder. There were never fiver opportuni- ties for colored building associa- tions and other investors of money in real estate than now. The money given away to the railroad companies, by the Rich- mond and Harper's Ferry excur- sionists, cannot be missed sow, while there are weekly sums of wages to supply its place; but the need of it will be felt in the sea son, when about 24 weeks of win- tess needs will dewand it. The death of Mr. San:uel Jones Tilden, which c me suddenly to him ut his residence in Greystone N. Y., August the 4th at 8:15 a. m., brought universal sadness to the American people; and left pro- found regrets, which were not c n- fined to party sor race We are pleased toannounce to the South Washington reaslere, that Dr R, S. Luws, formerly oar South Washington manager, will resume the management of that se_tion next month and has also accepted the position of news edi- tor of this paper. If Mr. Matthews were a mean man there would be many a cut off bead of white and black repub- icans who opposed his confirma- ion aud endeavored to traduce him in the estimatioa of the sen- ate. He is a different man and we hope when thesenate convenes that be will be unanimously con- firmed, He knows who supported and opposea him. The secretary uf the Republican Congressional committee says he is expecting to gain a good many republican members of congress frum the south in this campaign out of districi!s heretofore demo- ciatic. The secretary may be right about these gains in the south but we can’t see where they are to come from unless the Re- publicans can get the disaffected and truant Negro voters to re- turn to its fuld. This may be done by flooding the districts to be carried with c lored men of intelligence and political sagucity to organize the colored voters but not otherwise. ‘The Negro of the south needs a good talking to in regard to his political action, and the advice must come from his most intelligent colored brethren. The managers of the Repub!ican campaigns for some time past have neglected to employ colored politicians in the canvass and have also fuiled to get the full colored vote at the p tls. A hint to the wise is sufficient. SCHOOL TRUSTEES. It is about time for the District Commissioners to appoint a new set of school trustees. We know that to an extent the colored soci- ety controls our school officials In connection with the gentlemen we have already named to succeed John H. Brooks, we desire to mention the name of Prof. W. B. Johnson of Wayland Seminary. Ue is a retined and educated gen- tleman, who is not associated with any cliques or political associa- tons. Prot. Johnson is a man highly respected by all classe:, who ought to be appointed. HIs OWN LEGAL ADVISER. It would be of great advantage if every good citizen ander-tood the laws of the land in which he has to live and work; but it is es- pecially good to understand the law when oue has the honor of of- ficial trust and responsiblity thrust upon him. In this connee- : > rete m hand, for almost immediately af- ter he had tuken charge of the offi.e, and before he hid time to lvok about bim and see what is necessary to be done inthe ma ‘ter of chang-s in the personel of the office, a ceriain official (thinking to catch him unaware-) approsch- ed him and undertook to show and construe to him “the law,” which this hasty official said re quired the Recorder ‘to immedi- ately appoint his subordinates.” This was done in the hope that as Mr. Matthews is new in office he would feel bound by this gratuitous coustruction of the law and make haste to “reappoint” some of the old officials in order th:t they may show him “how to run the office.” But in that move the of- ficial in question was mistaken, for the Ree rder said “I know where the law is in reference to this matter and will see that it is properly construed; and further when 1 get ready to appomt I shall do so, and not fail to do it in accordance with the law.” It is needles to say the Recorder was understood and the anxious official retired. MR. MATTHEWS OF ALBANY. The appointment of Mr. James C. Matthews, of Albany, to the of- tice of Recorder of Deeds for the District was no doubt a surprise to many. His rejection by the Senate caused the gussipers to conclude that his political ambition and hope of success under a democratic ad- ministration would be monuments of blighted hope for those who would follow in the footsteps of Mr. Matthews. We are inclined to believe that the new recorder has been placéd in a false light. We are inclined to believe that he bas been more sinned against thau ke has sinned. What are the facts? Mr. Matthews saw fit to support the democratic party which was his prerogative as an American citi- zen. His party was successful, and rewarded him for his ability and adherence to its principles. The position to which he was nominat ed is said to belong to the District people, and for that reason, it has been said, thathe is objectionable. If it is because he is a Negro, we congratulate the president for bis bold stand and it becomes us as American citizens to throw away party sentimentality aud exercise the rights given ‘to us. Senator Ingalls and a few other republican Senators, except Senator Vanwyck, voted against the confirmation of Mr. Matthews. Senator Logan would have voted for him had he been present. In the committee every republican voted against him while the democrats voted for him. We make this statement and defy contradiction. The republican Sen- ate has committed a blunder by re- fusing to confirm Mr. Matthews. We have but little faith iv Senator Ingalls. Heisa dyspeptic chronic objector to every weasure thatis fathered by a Negro. We see all classes calling on Mr. Matthews at Willards Hotel, which is an evidence that he is honored and respected. Among his callers are the leading district democrats, chiefs of bureaus and men in high official and social standing inclad- ing Marshal A. A. Wilson, the superintendent of. the Treasury Department, the marshal of Indi- ana and several members of the District bar. All of the represen- tative District democrats have called on Mr. Matthews; and if thege had been any opposition by them to his confirmation it is not to be presumed that they would call on him. Weare inclined to believe that the Senate acted unfairly to- ward Mr. Matthews. The Senate had nothing to do with his politics. Weare a republican and believe in the principles of that party, but we belivein rendering unto Caesar the things that are Caesars. In justice to Mr. Matthews we must admit that he has made a manly fight and his deportment in this city should command the respect of our citizens. Let us welcome our new Recorder and show to him that we are a people and not a narrow con- tracted class as we have been rep- resented. OUR WEEKLY REVIEW. THE PRESIDENT AND HIS PART Y WILL THE UNITEDSTATES FIGHT TENNESSEE NEGROES VOTE THE DEMOCRATIC TICKET. MR. DOUG- LASS RETIRES. President Cleveland has demon- strated the fact that he is president of the United States. It should be gratifying to the American Negro to know that there is one man iv the democratic party who is dis posed to deal justly towards them. The Secretary of Stateisin a muddle. He doesn’t know what to do with Mr. Bayard has made a demand on the Mexican government which will not be adhered to. Nothing is left for the government to do, but fight. There are six million of Negroes in the United States and it is a question Whether one of them will take up arms and defend that which they do not enjoy, The ae- tion of the ee ee BEDE ALUN TENNES 8 2E NEGROES has surprised the republican con- gressional committee. Two thirds of them in the August election vot- ed the democratic ticket. The re- publican state committee set down upon some of the colored leaders and in retarn for the rebuke, the ticket was defeated. This is the way to act when we are mistreated. Recorder DOUGLASS retired {rom his office, a free Amer- ican citizen, while Mr, Matthews tikc s,charge as the leader of the new democracy. Mr. Matthews has the most abiding faith in the democrat- ic party and its principles, and should that party fail to do what the deciples of the new democracy demand, they will no doubt return like the prodigal son. We are con- fident that Mr. Matthews will con- duct the recorders office with cred- it to himself and the race to which he is identified. We believe that he is sincere in the principles he is advocating, we believe him to be a true frieud of the race and entirely free of color prejudice of which he has been charged. We believe he will prove himselt a man and |. a worthy citizen. Ifhe proves to be what we believe he will be, he shall have our support regardless of his politics. HOWARD UNIVERSITY, Wasutneton, D. C. THE PEOPLE’S INSTITUTION, Open to ALL RACES and BOTH SEXEs, The INDUSTRIAL. NORMAL, PREPAR- ATORY and COLLEGE DEPARTMENTS, will Open Sept. 15, 1886, and the Tuz0- LOGICAL DEPARTMEN1, October]. Tu- ition Free, For full particulars address, J.B. JOHNSON, Secretary, THE LAW DEPARTMENT Will open sept. 15. Able faculty. Tui- tion cheap. Address, Prof. JH. Smith, Secor tary, 522 8th st., N. W. THE MEDICAL DEPARTMENT (Which ineludes Dental and Pharmacent- ical Courses), will op-n Uct 1. Superior advantages. Terms very low. Address, Prof. C. B. Purvis, M. D. Secretary, 1118 12th street, N. W. THE BOY The subject of this sketch is Rev. Geo. I’. Bragg, of Petersburg, Va., formerly editor of the Virginia Lancet, but now editor of the Atro American Churchman. This young man turned the Lancet over to his sister Miss Carrie Bragg who is the present editress, a highly educated young lady to enable him to study for the Episcopal Ministry. Prior to his entering the ministry, he has been a member of several con- ventions in bis state. He resamed his theological studies for the Epis- copal ministry in June of the pres- ent year, past his examinations in literature and theology and expects to be ordained the first of next October. The National convention of colored journalists, which met at Atlantic City N. J. August 3rd and 4th re-elected Rev. Bragg, see- retary ofthe associotion. He is the youngest colored editor in the United States and one of the most brillliant He is styled the boy ed- itor on account of his youthfal ap- pearance. He is between 20 and 23 years old. CLARA TO LOUISE. Dear Lou :—Your visit to Atlan- tie City was no doubt enjoyed. I have been detained at home on ac- count of sickness. The SCHOOL trusteeship has not been settled as yet. Ihave written to the Commis- sioners urging the appoinmeut of Prot. W. B. Johnson. 1 am sure that he would.make a guud school onterr. 1 pane Wy respects to the NEW RECORDER a few days ago. I admire him very much. [heard the new minister last Sabbath. I hope the congre- gation will not call him Heisa West Indiau aud you know I have but little faith iv them. I bardly believe that he will be called to fill the Presbyterian pulpit. The musical entertainment by Warren’s orchestra last Wednesday was a grand success. Prof. Small- wood is entitled to great praise for the success of his first orchestral entertainment. Among those pres- ent I noticed Washington’s best society. Iam really proud of this orchestra and hope that the citizens will support the organization. The program was artistically carried out, to the satisfaction ot all pres. ent. Atterwhich the invited guests repaired to the spacious dining room in the Van Ness mansion and partook ot a fine collation which had been prepared by the manager. Talso attended the rehearsal Fri- day evening and enjoyed the sweet strains of music, which filled my heart with delight. The excursion ot the ORPHEUS MUSICAL CLUB to Marshall hall Friday evening was attended by the elite of the city. The managers ot this orgau- ization know just how to manage to have a success, Yours truly, Ciara. SOUTH WASHINGTON NEWS. L. G, Fletcher, Agent and Collector. The Annual election of offi -ers for the Baptist Sunday school Union, will take place to morrow at the Zion Baptist church, F st., bet. 43 and 3d, s. w. Among the names mentioned a:e the Rey. Wm. J. Walker, the organiz ‘r, Wm. J. Toward, the treasurer, vice president Taylor and Sup’t. McDonald of the Fourth chureh, Janie M Hilland Mary E. Wilson, The sad death of Mr. Joshua Johnsor, uged 65 years, who was killed by the cars of the Washing- ton and Al xandria railroad on Saturday night last, near F ort Ronyon, ws quite a shiek to the community us well as the ‘large family-aud circle of friends. Mrs. O.K. Rurwellstill remains ill at her rerideuce 210 F st. The many and old friends of long standing im this city of Mr. | EDITOR. Lewis King of Middlesex Co., Va. will regret much to le rm of Ins death, which « ceurred on the 20 h of July. Mr. Elijah Boyd who was on a visit to this city from Loeust Hill, Va,and who was very sick here for several weeks, left by way of Baltimore for his home on ‘Tucs-} day last. The Wesleyans are alive for Monday next for Harper’s Ferry. Rev. J. B, Fields is establishing quite a prestige among the minis- try of Washington by his manner of handling the dectrine. The secretary RS. Laws has forwarded to each pastor eonven- tional circulars on Atrican Mission wok, for the fifth Sunday’s col- lection in this month. The Gen- eral Agent and secretary, Rev. J. A. Taylor, is due here on the 18. Eye witnesses who saw the death of Joshua Jobnson on S ct- uidiy evening last by the 11:37 train said that his escape from the incoming train caused his de true- tion by the south bound; that he was mutil.ted, and the small pieces had to be cullected with shovels. The Virginia Avenue Buprist Sunday schvol has appointed th following ladies, members of the Baptist Sanday School Home Mission Society of the District of Ovluurbtus Mtiescs Tucy- A. Ruse, Laura A. West, Mary E. Wilson, Lucinda C. Greene, Ida B. White, and Lillie Hart. ‘This society was organized tor the purpose of work- ing up a greater interest among the children of the more jdestitu e loculities of the city. Mi-s Mattie K. Pryor is president, Miss Janie M. Hill, secretary and Miss Me Call trea-urer. Communion services at the Wesley Zion, Mt. Jezreel, Nine~ teenth Sueet, Shiloh and the First Baptist churches West Washing- ton were all well atterded. by members and ministers from other parts of the city. The Tribe of Benjamin, No. 5 of the First Baptist chureb, 6 and G sts., made a handsome presen tation to said ehurch on the 3rd. The aiticles were presented by Rev. k.S. Laws whom they had chosen for the occasion. The a'journed entertainment from Monday July the 26:h inst., by the Virginia Avenue S. S., wus a perfect success. Rev. Washington Holmes, pas- tor of the Israel Buptist church is now in Virginia. Mr.R. Greene and wife, ore on a visit to their relatives in this city and Arlington, Va. We see no reason why mutual aid societies managed by colo:ed men should not be more patronized by colo ed citizens. We refuse colored newspapers, as a race and criticise that weakness in our conduct, which is perpetu ally hortful, while we purchase aud sustain the white papers only to vill-fy, and render us inferior as a race. 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