The Washington Bee Newspaper, May 4, 1889, Page 4

NEGRO JOURNALISM, ITS UTILITY. How may negro journalism be best utilized in the direction of advancing the religion, eivil and political interests of those whose necessities have called it into being? And in what way has it served to elevate and protect the | interest of its constituency? To the first proposition I answer- that negro journalists to be suc- cessful in their mission must have the united and loyal support of negroes themselves; that negro editers and publishers must be thoroughly in love with the work, thoroughly in earnest in the pres- ecution of it, and thoroughly alive to the wants of their patrons. The utility ot a six column folio print ed on all four sides with stereotype matter of remote origion is appar- ent on its face. It makes the best kind of wrapping paper, and is useful when putting down carpets, as a protection to the carpet. The successful negro journa must have brains to direct and guide its policy. It must not only point to success, but lead the way. The negro race in the United Stat- es is to-day but half emancipated. Negro citizenship is the blackest, foulest he that ever besmirched the pages of the constitution. The equality of opportunity for the negro has never yet been accorded him and never will be until negroes themselves see the importance and great necessity of presenting solid front upon every question which directly concerns the welfare and upbuilding of the race. And negro journalism will never take its proper place until negroes learn the value of it, and recognize its potency and utility. Personal jour- nalism has never yet made an editor wealthy or popular and it never will, A public journal is supposed to bea reflex of public opinion and the man at the head of each. A journal must understand the spirit and temper of its patrons, must have an abundance of commcno sense, pluck, and enterprise. He must be an honest, conscientious and consistent man, aggressive and discreet, Upon the qualities of head aad heart depends the success of any newspapers, Negro jour- nalists are to-day doing as much if not more for the amelioration of the condition of the race in this country than the clergy. They make more sacrifices both of time and money towards the uplifting of the race. They are martyrs to their efforts in the cause of truth, justice, liberty, and patriotism. Though laboring under disadvantages al- most unheard of in the history of journalism, it has accomplished some good in this world for the dispised race. It has learned to howl vigorously, if not at all times in unison, whenever the liberties of the race have been in danger: In calling attention to outrages upon the manhood and womanhood of the race, it has proved itself to be a faithful sentinel, and has giv- en the very best evidences of its utility in a way that can scarcely be misunderstood. The custom has obtained among acertain class of negroes, who have been dragged from the depths of obscurity by negro journals, of supporting the papers published by white men in preference to colored papers. This class of negroes never see anything good in a colored journal until they need its services to advance their personal ambition. This country is full of negroes both of high and low degree who owe much oftheir popularity and greatness to the influence and power of the colored press. The opportunities of the negro journal are far better to day than ever before. It is silently but surely making its way to the front. It is is fixture in this country. It is a necessity and will continue to be so “until the san of righteousness shall shine with equal rays upen every man having equal rights, whether he be black or whether he be white.” Negro journalism in the United States asserts itself wherever inte]- ligent men and women of any race are to be found. Itis vigorously, determinedly contending for justice and equality of right for all men, and it cannot and will not be satis- fied with less. It is going to be heard, and the sneers of those who have bowed at its shrine cannot aud will not silence its voice. It was Demosthenes who said: “It becometh him who receiveth a benefit from another man forever to be sensible of it, but him that bestoweth it friendly to forget it,” and Socrates declares, ‘“‘that he is unjust who does not return thanks for any benefit, whether the giver be friend or foe.” I commend this kindly advise to whom it may con- cern: BRUCE GRIT. The Bex is the paper to publish your wants, for sale and all perso- nal mentions in. All matter ehould be in not later than Thurs- FRED DOUGLASS NOT EN. DORSED. THE NEW YORK COLORED VOTE/S ASSOCIATION CRITICISES HIS SPEECH--SPEECH OF R. M. H. NEL- SON AND OTHERS. The New York colored republi- can association met at their rooms, 1212 E street n. w., last Wednes- day evening. Among other things discussed was the recent emancipa- tion speech delivered by Mr. Fred. Douglass, sr. a Mr. W. H. Bruce, of this city, made a motion, after a few prelim- inary remarks, to endorse the re- cent emancipation speech of Mr. Fred. Douglass. Mr. R. M. H. Nelson, one of the brightest and most gifted young negro orators in this country, opposed the motion and gave as his reason, that his utterances did not receive the approval of the colored race; It lacked the elements | of manhood, and when a man, who claims to be the acknowledged leader ot the negroes, tells us that we need no race pride, etc., is not the man whose utterances we should endorse. Fred. Douglass, jr., attempted to defend his farther or old gentle- man, as he styled him, that the old man meant one thing but he was construed to mean another. Mr. J. E, Bruce objected also to the endorsement of his speecn, and said what was done at this juncture of the meeting would be illegal. Mr. H. O. Cole asked a question whether the club was not organized as the personal organization of Mr. Douglass? This remark brought about a heated discussion and caused Fred. Douglass, jr-, and W. R. Davis to) spring to their feet. Mr. Davis remarked that the man who refus- ed to endorse Mr. Douglass’ speech was not an intelligent or sensible man. J. E. Bruce objected to the remarks of Davis, a2d informed the gentleman that every man had a right to his opinion. : Tue next question cousidered was the appointment of a commit- tee to wait on the head of the De- partments. Mr. H. Bruce, who was appointed chairman, said that he declined toserve. Mr. Fred. Doug- lass, jr., said be hoped that Mr. Bruce would not decline as he was just the man to impress the heads of the departments. It was sup- posed that Mr. Bruce’s good looks would tend to secure places for ap- plicants, and for that reason Mr. Douglass, Jr., remarked that he was just the man for the place. These flattering remarks were enough to cause the gentleman to remain on the committee. Mr. Nelson said that he was surprised at Mr. Douglass to re- mark that the negro had no inven- tive genius. TAKE NOTICE The patrons of the BEE must pay fcr all advertisements, in the way ot notices, deathe, marriages, &e. Ko matter of a personal nature will be inserted unless it is paid for. Edward F. Droop, 925 Penn. ave., calls attention to his large stock of STEINWAY Chase & Gambler, Wheelock, Briggs, Behning, and other PIANOS! Story and Clark, Couch and Warren ORGANS, Wonderful Aeolian Orgaan, Sold on installments, exchanged, rented, repaired, tuned, moved, aud stored. Violins, Banjos, and Gnitars. Strngs a specialty Sheet music and msica met- chandise at the old stand, 925; P. ave, Feb. 23, tf. WHERE TO BUY THE BEE. East Washington, Prof. J. W Fowler, 318 3rd street s. e. South Washington: Dr. 8S. A. Sumby, F bet. 3rd and 43 sts., s. w. and Rev.R. S. Laws, 316 H st. s. w. Northwest: Dr. Beller, 16th and M streets; Capt. W. P. Gray‘ 15th near Lst.; Mrs. Pokety, M bet 12th and 13th sts,; Chas. Bealle, cor. 13th and H sts.; Philadelphia House 348 Pa. Ave. Can always be obtained at any of the above named places every Saturday morning. Titt's Pills me as the torpid liver, a; gestive organs, regulates the bowels, and are aazanion asan ANTI-BILIOUS MEDICINE, In malarial districts their virtues are widely recognized, as they sess pec: uliar properties in freeing the system from that i - El tl, coated. Dobe smail. Price, 25ets.° Sold Everywhere. ~ | Office, 44 Murray St.. New York, ' gena LS BECURE A ROME INTHE LAND OF FLOWES DINSMORE! One of the growing towns of the South, is situated on both sides of Savannah, Florida & Western Bailroad, just twelve miles from Jacksonville, Fla. It is high, dry and level, and @ successful horti- cultural and truck-growing section of the State. Dinsmore can be easily reached from Jacksonville by railroad, by water route, or by an hour and a half drive over an excel- lent plank and shell road. . Dinsmore is not one of the isola- ted spots that is only laid out on paper, but a thriving prosperous town that recommends itself to capitalist and laborer, to fathers and wives who are vigilant over their own interests and the welfare of their children, to those who are seeking homes and those who have capital to invest for speculation. The land can be obtained at re- markably low figures and on terms suitable to the condition of every purchaser. At the present -low figures a poor man can make regu- lar payments ona valuable home with less than the aggregate of unnecessary expense or money act- ually thrown away. It is an in- vestment that one cannot regret and through which you will realize many times the amount invested. The prices are for Front Business Lots one acre, $65, $50, $385. _ Sec- ond choice, $25 $18. Third choice $15. Fourth choice $10. Fifth choice, $5. It must be remember- ed that these are acre lots. We also have vegetable and truck farms laid out adjacent to Dinsmore, containing from fire to sixteen acres each, which we offer for the benefit of those who wish to farm at $5 acre. Our terms are one fourth cash and balance in one, two and three years. The chain of title will be short and strong. It is from the State of Florida to the Railroad and from the Railroad to you. Truck farming around Dinsmore would be at the door of two of the greatest markets in the South. Let every poor man if with but one dollar, commence to buy a lot in Dinsmore. The fare from Jackson- ville and return is only twenty-five cents. Think of it. There are eight passenger trains per Jay and the round trip will only cost twen- ty-five cents. Trout creek, a large stream® passes right through the vicinity, thus affording pure fresh water for steck, perfect drainage and abundance of fish. 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