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THE ADVOCATE ADVERTISMENTS PLACED IN OUR COLUMNS BRING RESULAS TRY IT. VOLUME VII. NO. 23 Of Shooting Up Brownsville Says Committee Senate Committee of Military Affairs Votes to Uphold the President in Discharging Soldiers Without Honor. Washington, D.C., Feb. 28.—Democratic votes sustained the president yesterday in the senate committee on military affairs, when the result of the Brownville investigation, which that committee has been pursuing, was brought to a vote to determine what should be the nature of the report to be submitted to the senate. Five democratic senators and three republicans voted to find that the "shooting up" of the Texas town in August, 1906, was done by Negro soldiers of the Twenty-fifth infantry, then stationed at Fort Brown, Brownville, but that the testimony had failed to show the identity of the particular soldier or soldiers who did the shooting. Senators Warren; Lodge, and Warner were the republicans who voted in favor of the attitude taken by the president in dismissing the Negro soldiers, and the democratic members of the committee, who voted solidly according to this view of the question, were Senators Talferaro, Foster, Overman, Frazier, and McCreary. The four senators, all republicans, who were with Senator Foraker on the contention that the Negroes of the infantry battalion were not responsible for the shooting were Senators Scott, Heinemway, Bulkeley and Du Pont. President's Course Involved. The action of the president was not voted upon directly, but the question as to the guilt or innocence of the Negro soldiers, which was decided against them, necessarily involved the action of Mr. Roosevelt in dismissing without honor the three companies which were then stationed at Brownsville, the waters of the majority state member of the committee uphold the action of Mr. Roosevelt. The committee was called to order at 2 p. m. yesterday by Senator Warren, the chairman, every member being present. Senator Lodge offered a resolution, which read as follows: "That, in the opinion of this committee, the shooting in the array at Brownsville on the night of August 13-14, 1906, was done by some of the soldiers belonging to the Twenty-fifth United States infantry, then stationed at Fort Brown, Tex. Foraker makes no fight. Senator Foraker then successively offered five resolutions which he proposed as substitutes to the Lodge resolution, producing another so soon as its predecessor had been voted down. The first substitute read: "The testimony wholly fails to identify the particular individuals, or any of them, who participated in the shooting affray that occurred at Brownsville, Tex., on the night of August 13-14, 1900." This was defeated by a vote of 8 to 5, the senators voting as above stated. Senator Foraker then presented the following: "The testimony, wholly fails to show that the discharged soldiers of the Twenty-fifth United States infantry, or any of them, entered into any agreement or so-called 'conspiracy of silence' or that they had among themselves any understanding of any nature to withhold any information of which they, or any of them, might be possessed concerning the shooting affray that occurred at Brownsville, Tex., on the night of August 13-14, 1906." This resulting in precisely the same division, the senator from Ohio proposed to substitute this: "The testimony is so contradictory and much of it so unreliable that it is not sufficient to sustain the charge that soldiers of the Twenty-fifth United States infantry, or any of them, participated in the shooting affray that occurred at Brownsville, Tex., on the night of August 13-14, 1906." This was also defeated. The members of the committee voted overwhelmingly against the fourth substitute which Senator Foraker proposed for the Lodge resolution, Senator Bulkeley alone voting with the Ohio against the other eleven senators on the following: "The weight of the testimony shows that none of the soldiers of the Twenty-fifth United States infantry participated in the shooting affray that occurred at Brownsville, Tex., on the night of August 12-14, 1906." Last Effort His Hardest. Once more Senator Foraker made an effort to secure the exculpation of the discharged Negroes by the committee, this time offering the following resolution, again as a substitute for that introduced by, Senator mode: "Whereas, the testimony shows THE ADVOCATE. that the discharged men had a good record as soldiers, and that many of them had by their long and faithful service acquired valuable rights of which they are deprived by a discharge without honor, and "Whereas, the testimony shows beyond a reasonable doubt that whatever may be the fact as to who did the shooting many of them so discharged were innocent of any offense in connection therewith. "Therefore, it is in our opinion the duty of congress to provide by appropriate legislation for the correction of their record and for their reenlistment and reinstatement in the army, and for the restoration to them of all the rights of which they have been deprived, and we so recommend." The same eight senators voted against this proposal, and the same five who had favored the preceding substitute voted for its adoption. Senator Du Pont then took up the cudgels against the Lodge resolution, and submitted the following as a compromise, but it was defeated, 11 to 2: "That the testimony shows that the shots fired during the shooting affray which occurred at Brownsville, Tex., during the night of August 13-14, 1906, were discharged from Springfield rifles, which had been issued to the commissary officer of Company B, Twenty-fifth infantry, and which were in the hands of or accessible to the enlisted men of said company." Scott Proposes Compromise. Senator Scott now took up the fight, and his resolution, which was voted down, 9 to 4, as follows: "That in evidence before this committee is not sufficient, in the judgment of the committee, to justify the finding that any particular person or persons did the shooting are to the committee unknown." No more substitutes being offered, the original resolution by Senator Lodge was taken up for a vote, and the eight senators voted for its adoption, Senator Foraker and the other senators, except Mr. Du Pont, who did not vote, voting against it. Senator Warner then moved the adoption of an additional resolution declaring that the identity of the particular persons who did the shooting had not been developed by the evidence, and the eight senators who had voted for the Lodge resolution cast their votes for the amendment, the five who had supported the adverse view on the Lodge resolution obtaining from voting. The committee av. 4:45 p. m. adjourned, subject to the call of the chairman, and it is understood that the next meeting 'will not be held for about ten days, as the members will be kept busy for that period by other matters. When the committee does meet again, however, it will probably be merely to formulate the reports which, it is understood, there will be three. The majority report, embodying the sense of the resolutions adopted at yesterday's meeting, and, in effect, if not in expression, upholding the action of the president, will be signed by the eight senators who voted for those resolutions, and Senator Foraker and the four senators who sustained his views will sign one minority report declaring that the evidence given before the committee has not sustained the guilt of the Negro soldiers. An additional and more radical minority report, it is stated, will be submitted by two or three memebrs of the committee. Senator Foraker will submit a bill in the senate at an early date, after the reports are made from the committee, which will embody substantially the sense of his last resolution offered in the meeting yesterday. It will provide that all Negro soldiers dismissed without honor by the president as a result of the Brownsville affray, shall be re-enlisted in the army, that they shall receive all the pay which they would have received in the period intervening between the date of their dismissal and the date of their proposed reinforcement, and that their records shall be cleared of the charges upon which they were dismissed. Senator Foraker will address the senate on this resolution next week. His speech will be exhaustive, and probably will take two or three days to deliver. Following the adjournment of the committee the following bill was introduced in the senate by J. B. Foraker, of Ohio: "Be it enacted by the senate and house of representatives of the United States of America in congress assembled, that any non-commissioned officer or enlisted man belonging to Company B, C or D, of the Twenty-fifth U. S. infantry, discharged without honor under special orders, numbered 266, war department, dated November 9th, 1906, on account of the shooting affray that occurred at Brownville, Texas, on the night of August 13-14, 1906, who shall make oath before any duly authorized enlisting officer of the United States army or navy that he did not participate in said affray, and that he does not know of any soldier belonging to Continued on page six. AT THE NATION'S CAPITOL Report of the Military Committee on the Brownsville Affray Decides Nothing and Situation is as Choatic as Before TOO MUCH POLITICS AND PASSION INJECTED INTO THE FIGHT WHICH SHOULD HAVE HAD THE CONSIDERATION OF ANY OTHER CASE AT LAW—ROOM YET FOR A FAIR SITTLEMENT OF THE VEXING QUESTION—LYNCH TO BE RETRIED IN JUNE WITH THE HONORS AND PAY OF MAJOR—OHIO ADOPTS. PLANK EXPRESSING DISAPPROVAL OF DISFRanchisement AND RAILWAY DISCRIMINATIONS—DOINGS IN THE BIG DENOMINATIONS. (Washington, D. C. March 4.—Now that the Brownville incident is approaching its final stage, it will be well for the thoughtful members of the race to pause a moment and take sober counsel with themselves. The report of the committee on military affairs, which has been given to the country, indicates a division of sentiment that satisfies nobody, proves nothing, and leaves the whole situation in a condition almost as chaotic as before. While the president is upheld in a sense, the charges of Garlington, Blocksam, et al., are not sustained, and the soldiers are not benefited. There is no clean-cut victory for anybody, and those who hoped to find a clarified atmosphere following the result of the long investigation, are grievously disappointed. The discussion now goes to the senate, and another siege of passionate crimination may be expected, with the outcome shrouded in gloom for all concerned. Just which segment of the committee's diversified report will be adopted, is a problem. The fate of Senator Foraker's bill for the restoration to the rolls of all soldiers, who will make oath that they had no part in the shooting-up of the town, is likewise enveloped in a haze of doubt. If the committee refused to accept Senator Foraker's resolutions, having the same effect as his bill, there seems little hope that a favorable report can be secured for the latter through the same body for the latter through the matter is, there has been too much politics and passion in connection with this Brownville case from the very beginning, and the harmful effect is being felt by everybody who has had a hand in the business. Few level-headed Negroes believe the president discharged the soldiers because they were colored. The general feeling is that he was misled by the damaging reports of his trusted subordinates; but it is likewise the general feeling that these damaging reports were largely "cooked up" by the said subordinates, who had no good blood for the Negro soldiers and who were willing to go to any length to rid the army—or Brownville, at least, of their belief. It is not believed that the serious charges would not have been made had the soldiers been white, and the case would have fallen through before it reached the president. But, as the mischief has been done, some way should be found to remedy it. In making the soldiers' cause a political issue, with the prestige of the administration swaying in one balance, and the personal fortune in one element of the republican party in another, with the democrats "egging on" both sides, with the hope of destroying all concerned and putting the Negro out of the army in toto, the poor black man is being ground to death between the upper and neither millstones, and the republican party is being disrupted by an issue which should never have been anything but a judicial action, to be settled through the orderly processes of the law. It may not be too late to mend matters, if the situation is approached calmly by the senate and the republicans, white and colored, who represent the opposing viewpoints. The elimination of politics and passion, and the consideration of the case strictly on its merits as a problem of law and the facts, are the only method by which the poor black soldiers can emerge from the ruins with their records rehabilitated and the party again united. Sensitive colored men are anxious to enter the coming campaign with clear vision, and want to be able to discuss the issues of the day, without being asked to "remember Brownville," morning, noon and night. Dr. A. M. Curtis, former surgeon-in-chief of Freedman's hospital, and a recognized authority on surgery and hospital management, was the principal speaker. Thursday night, at a largely-attended meeting in Sharp street Memorial church. Baltimore, held to stimulate financial and general interest in the Provident hospital, which is controlled by colored physicians. Dr. Curtis' subject was, "The Advantages to the Public of a Hospital and, Training School for Nurses." In simple but eloquent language he emphasized the importance and need of a colored hospital in every community where there is an appreciable Negro population, for the treatment of members of the race who wish special care and, where the attention may be more empathetic than is possible elsewhere, and indicated the direct benefit of such an institution to the indigent sick of the race, calling attention also to its value in affording opportunities to young physicians in acquiring medical knowledge and to the young women in offering thou nurse training. Other speakers who addressed the meeting were: Dr. W. Stanton McCard, Dr. Scott and Attorney Harry S. Cummings, of Baltimore. After the meeting, Dr. Curtis was the guest of honor at a banquet given by the local physician affiliated with the National Medical Association, "of which Dr. Curtis an a charter member. During his visit, Dr. Curtis saw several cases in consultation at Provident hospital, and will return to the institution in a few days to perform several difficult operations in major surgery and both a series of clinics. Dr. Booker T. Washington's lecture on "The Advancement of the Human Race," which was announced for the 10th, at Mater Clementi A. M. E. church, has been postponed until the 18th, on account of a conflict with engagements previously entered into. The occasion will be a notable one, and elaborate preparations are being made by the local committee, under the leadership of Mr. Henry Lassiter. As the result of the arrangement between the war department and Major John L. Lynch, stationed at Manila as paymaster, the 52d Infantry, the latter retires from active service in the regular army at the close of the present fiscal year, June 30, at which time he will have served his full ten years in the army establishment. He will retire with honors and a major's allowance, amounting to about $2,200 per annum. Ohio is the first of the states to sound the keynote on the manhood rights of the Negro, and to express its disapproval of the disfranchisement and Jim Crow laws of the south. At the convention this week at Columbus, the following plank, drawn up by Auditor Ralph W. Tyler, was accepted by the committee on platform, without the dotting of an "i" or the crossing of a "t," and unanimously adopted amid ringing cheers: "In view of the fact that the American Negro, as a race, in spite of every handicap, has proved himself a law-abiding, peaceful, safe and industrious citizen, we regard legislative enactments that have for their aim the disfranchisement of the Negro vote in certain states, for no other reason than that of color, as a discrimination talk is out of harmony with the constitution and the real American spirit of a fair play. "We maintain, and affirm that the American Negro should be vouch-safed all the rights and immunities granted to free-born or naturalized citizens of these United States by the provisions of the constitution, without regard-to race, color or previous condition of servitude." Ohio has set an example in old-fashioned republicanism which her sister states can imitate with profit to the nation, the party and the Negro race. The gathering of the bishops of the A. M. E., the A. M. E. Zion church, and the C. M. E. church here a fortnight ago, gave a pretty comprehensive idea of the events that will take place within the ensuing general conferences of two of these denominations in May. The bishops put in much time considering the legislation that will come up in the coming conclave, and the candidates, whose name was legion, made hay while the sun shone. Aspirants for everything within the gift of the general conferences came from "all over," and they got up early in the morning and stayed up late at night. And they got in some fine work that is sure to count when the clans gather at Norfolk and Philadelphia. A peep at the A. M. E. folks must surface for this letter. Dr. E. W. Lampton wore a bland smile, which never came off during the entire session, and his capable management of the business end of the proceedings undoubtedly strengthened his grip on the bishopic toga, if any, additional strength were needed to make assurance doubly sure. Dr. H. B. Parks, L. H. Reynolds, W. D. Chap pelle, H. T. Johnson and other leaders for the bench, moved about quietly, but there were evidences that they were not losing any points in the game. Dr. J. M. Conner, Arkansas' favorite son, was unable to be present on account of illness in his family, but his friends spoke eloquently for him, and exhibited an interest in his success that nailed down a goodly batch of votes. Strong letters were shown from such influential Arkansas forces as Judge M. W. Gibbs, Hon. J. E. Bush, Dr. T. H. Jackson and A. H. Hill, of shorter college, and Dr. H. C. Beasley, pastor of Bethel church at Little Rock, reciting in unequivocal terms the pronounced ability of Dr. Conner and emphasizing the value of a worker on the bench, who knows the needs and possibilities of the church in the great southwest, now unrepresented in the bishopric. Ira T. Bryant was not idle, and as he shook hands with the hosts, ministerial and lay, the prediction was freely made that this brilliant young business man will be elected secretary of the Sunday school Union on the first ballot, if not chosen by accession. Other aspirants made graftifying progress, none of which, however, was more apparent than that of Dr. A. L. Galanes, of Baltimore, whose elevation to the editorship of the Christian Recorder is practically conceded. Dr. Galanes' fitness for the responsible post of sentiment-moulder in the editorial chair of the official organ of his church has been fully tested along two essential lines, viz: church lines and racial lines. The deliverances of Dr. Galanes as a representative of the massive A. M. E. church at the C. M. E. general conference at Memphis, and his address before the famous Bethel Literary and Historical Association at Washington, D. C., on "What the A. M. E. Church Has Done for Negro Americans," leave no doubt that as editor of the Recorder he will prove to be a sturdy defender of the faith wherever and whenever called upon. He knows the history of the organization like a book, and knows how to effectively put forward its merits, and what is no less important—how to remedy its weak points. Dr. Galanes' familiarity with the substantial and fluent command of forcible English presentability qualify him to take the stand as an uncompromising champion of his people, both in the religious and secular condition of our race, the ministerial editor must concern himself with the business, industrial and civic status of his people, as well as with their spiritual and denominational needs. His soundness of the race question and his sanity with reference to the policies most likely to inspire a national respect for us as men and citizens, and to ensure the race adequate protection in the pursuit of the gainful occupations, is happily illustrated in his luminous address on "American Prejudice Subversive of American Citizenship," delivered before the Afro-American Council in New York City. In that remarkable review of the progress of the Negro in this republic of ours, this significant paragraph, appears: "We must impress those with whom we live and whose interests are identical with ours, that, because we submit to the encroachments upon our manhood rights, it is not an indication that we shall ever concede the justice of such encroachments or shall ever cease to contend that they shall be eliminated." There is no doubt that as editor of the Christian Recorder, Dr. Gaines will infuse new life into that grand old journal by reason of his original ideas and virile personality, and enlarges its usefulness both as a reflex of the best religious sentiment of the race and as a champion of its higher citizenship. The A. M. E. church will "gain" by taking "Gaines." One of the truly important offices in the A. M. E. Zion church, the full scope of which has probably not been made apparent to the rank and file of that connection is the presidency of the woman's home and foreign missionary society. The real strength of the church, as everybody has come to admit, lies in the patient, self-sacrificing and constant work of the women. Were it not for the devotion of the women, there would be little or no spiritual life in any church organization. In the missionary field, woman is the especial and vitalizing influence, be it the home or foreign department. Bearing this thought in mind, it is the plan of the chief pastors of Zion this year to reorganize and place upon a firmer foundation the woman's home and foreign missionary society, and give it a chance to show to the general church body just how indispensable it can be made to the proper expansion of Zion as a religious "world-power." The officers in the past have performed their duties nobly, and the church is grateful for their intelligent and zealous labors, but unavoidable handicaps have been experienced by them, which have militated against the effectiveness of their service, Mrs. Continued on page six. Wages in the South for Delegates to Convention Taft Men Seek to Postpone All Conventions Till April '09 to May to Stall Instructions That Will Be Unfavorable. Washington, D. C., March 1.—As was anticipated some time ago, the South has become the scene of a spectacular and terrific contest for delegates to the Republican National Convention. The Taft forces are making a desperate fight to prevent the so-called allies—the other candidates. In other words—from getting control of the party workers, a majority of whom are Negroes. On the other hand, the allies are exerting every energy to obstruct the Taft boom, which has struck such a lively gait in the North and West. Just now the effort of the Taft managers is to defeat conventions, state and district, until April or May in order to forestall instructions unfavorable to the Secretary of War or to secure the election of delegations pledged to no other candidate. In the meantime earnest missionary work will be done to win over to the Taft cause the rebellious element. It is admitted by prominent republicans in Washington who are interested in the Secretary's campaign that the Brownville affair has created serious antagonism on the part of Negro republicans against the national administration and its candidates and that only through personal appeals to their followers in the South have they been able to postpone conventions which would indorse Senator Foraker or Vice President Fairbanks for the Presidential nomination. A majority of the white republicans in the South are for Taft, but they are experiencing great difficulty in holding their Negro followers in line and keeping them from openly revolting. The presence in Washington during the last two or three sessions of Clarkson, Surveyor of the Port at New York and once Chairman of the republican national committee, is looked upon as significant in this connection. Clarkson has conferred with Frank H. Hitchcock, who is in charge of the Taft headquarters in this city, and since he is an expert in dealing with the Southern situation it is natural to infer that his services have been enlisted. Clarkson is a strong Taft man, even though he lives in New York. While the Taft forces are active along the line indicated, several of the other Presidential candidates are working at counter purposes. They, too, have emissaries scattered through the South, who are doing their utmost to keep alive and intensify the spirit of hostility against the administration. Not only is the dismissal of the battalion of Negro troops from the shooting up of Brownville, Texas, being expatriated upon, but the most is being made of the disgruntlement of Negro politicians over the distribution of most of the Federal offices among white men. The allies are urging early conventions, and, while they have succeeded in a few instances, the administration forces thus far seem to have managed to thwart their designs. It is a fierce tug of war, and the uncertainty of the result is indicated by the fact that neither side is indulging in very confident claims at this time. It may be said, however, that the Taft forces appear to be better organized than the opponents, and the importance of this cannot be overestimated. HARD MATERIAL. In the Gloves of a "Yellow" Fighter Bested By Blackburn. Philadelphia, Feb. 27.—Black Jack Blackburn gave George Gunther, of Australia, his regular beating when they met tonight before the Broadway Athletic club. In the last two rounds he had the Australian cut and bleeding and so weak from repeated stomach and body punches that Gunther was forced to hang on and stall through the round. Before the men started to box it was found that Gunther had his gloves stuffed with some hard material, and he refused to take the gloves off in the ring. He was sent out of the ring, and took the stuff out of the gloves in the dressing room. Gunther did nothing but cover his face with his gloves for four rounds, and Blackburn could not get a chance to land on his jaw. ack wanted to end the battle with one punch, but could never get the opening. In the fifth round he sailed into Gunther and beat him unmercifully around the body. He kept those tactics up during the last round, and Gunther was hanging to him helplessly when the bell rang to end the match. America. Has No. Satch Stangreen "Jim Crow" Laws As Africa. But Mulattoes Slip By and "Light" Natives Vote. Johannesburg, Feb. 29.—Londoners who are accustomed to meeting Negroes in the best hotels and theaters at home are amazed at the stringent color line drawn in Johannesburg. America, with its much-hiked-of "Jim Crow" laws, never subjugated the Negro as the Transnational government has the colored British subjects. Despite the fact that of the 10,000 Negroes in Johannesburg several thousand are taxpayers, all are given the same treatment—that of being excluded from any public place where they may come in contact with the whites. The authority for this discrimination against the race comes from an old law which gave the officials the right to isolate Negroes affected with smallpox. The Negroes are not allowed to enter Joubert park, the only public garden of any size in the city. Negro taxpayers who contribute to the maintenance of the park are borne the same as the Negro in rega. Most of the mace are fond of sports, yet they are barred from all athletic fields visited by whites. The Negroes made an appeal to be allowed to witness cricket games from a separate enclosure, but this war outright refused. The street cars are forbidden premises. The conductor who allows a Negro to enter a car is as liable to fine as the native who would make the attempt. The same ruling applies to steam cars. Five Negro nurses are prohibited from散步 panying their patients. They must use the "Jim Crow" cars, which going to a boxcott are a serious violation. One Permit Issued. However, the council has the authority to issue permits which entitle Negroes equal privileges in public conveyances. Of the 10,000 Negroes, just one carries such a permit. Even the family must walk their application having been refused. A teacher in a Negro school has to walk six miles morning and night because the whites refuse to rent to the blacks in a Johannesburg suburb. However, there are some Negroes who defeat the edict against them. If they are of light enough complication they are allowed to enter the cars and there have been many instances where the wife rode while the husband walked, and the teacher. Several hundred "light" Negroes voted in the last election as white men. The Negroes, however, have not clamored for suffrage, but several petitions are being forwarded to London asking that the race ban be removed. NEGROES WOULDN'T VISIT ROOSEVELT. Bishop Walters Tells Ministers Methodist Conference Rejected President's Invitation. New York, Feb. 29 - The ministers' union of the A. M. B. church, vigorously applauded Bishop Alexander Walters, a leading Negro presacher, when he announced in the Lafayette Presbyterian church in Jersey City that the Negro ministers who were recently in conference in Washington had indignantly rejected an invitation from President Roosevelt to call at the White House and pay their respects. The union hereby indorsed the refusal of the Washington conference to call upon the president. The conference decided, he said, that in future the Negro church members were to act independently in politics. Moultrie, Ga., Feb. 25. Two Negroes were killed, two fatally injured and ten or twelve others seriously injured by the derailment of a log train last night on a tram road of the Union Pinopel's saw mills near Norman Park. The train of nine cars struck a cow while running down grade and was thrown from the track. A flat car next to the engine carried forty hands, who were returning to the mill from a loading station. The Negroes were thrown in all directions, and before they could get out of the way the loss from the cars behind began plilling them. CORRESPONDENCE SPRING STYLES Ranging in Price from $2.00 to $5.00. Fitted by experienced Shoe Men of many years. BELL SHOE COMPANY 708 Kanawha St. CORRESP HUNTINGTON. Rev. I. V. Bryant spent last week with his family at Bidwell, Ohio. The Y. M. C. A., held its weekly meeting at First Baptist church, Sunday afternoon, at which time Dr. Walter Franklin read a most instructive, and interesting paper on the "Ages of Man." Mrs. Stanley Barnett, of Charleston, was the guest last week of Mrs. Emma Jackson. Dewitt Perdue is able to be our again, after a severe attack of grip. Mrs. Nellie Mason, of Wheeling, and daughter Clara were guests of Mrs. Julius Johnson, of Kenova, last week. The cantata rendered at 16th street Baptist church, Friday evening, was witnessed by a large audience, and was quite a success, both in the rendition and financially. Mr. and Mrs. Jno. Sessor are rejoicing over the arrival of a little Miss Sessor at their home last Thursday. Mr. Wilkins, who was seriously attacked with heart trouble last Sunday, is much better at this writing. Mr. and Mrs. Mahane are the proud parents of a baby girl, which arrived Friday. Miss Clara Stewart was the guest of her sister, Miss Mina, Saturday and Sunday. Miss Jesse Hale, of Middleport, Ohio, came down to witness the cantata, returning Sunday, after a pleasant visit to Mrs. Daniel Lynch. Miss Nina Barnes is quite ill at her home, off Ninth street. Mr. and Mrs. Colb, of Eighth avenue, welcomed a new arrival, a boy, at their home last Monday. Miss Hicks, of Barboursville, was the guest of Mrs. Lynch, Saturday and Sunday. The Y. W. C. A. held its meeting at 16th street Baptist church, Sunday afternoon, at which time the following program was rendered: Music, the association. Biblical quotations, the association. The courage required to be a Christian, Mrs. R. D. W. Meadows. One of the essentials of true womanhood, Mrs. C. C. Barnett. Solo, Mrs. Daniel Lynch. At the conclusion of the program, W. H. Harris spoke very encouragingly to the association. Miss Rhode Graham was the guest of her sister on Sunday, Mrs. Lynch entertained a few frends, Saturday evening, in honor of Miss Hale and Miss Hicks, at her home, on Eighth avenue. Quite a pleasant social evening was spent. Mrs. Frank Bryant was called to fronton last week, by the death of her father. The official staff of the U. R. K. of Ps were in the city last week, attent ing to business, preparatory to encampment here. Misses Carr and Alexander attended the cantata, Friday evening. Mrs. Powell, working in behalf of the orphans' home, called a mass meeting at 16th street Baptist church Wednesday evening, in an effort to organize the ladies into a society for the benefit of the home. Mrs. Andrew Baker has returned from a visit to friends in Kentucky. CLARKSBURG C. E. Florence, who teaches at Monongah, spent Saturday and Sunday here with friends. Misses Mary Brent and Emma Anderson gave a very delightful skating party, Tuesday evening. Miss Ford, of Moorefield, was the honor guest. The Goblin Glitter club gave a very enjoyable birthday party for Jno. Hickemobeham, Friday night. C. A. Ormes is on the sick list. Freeman Lowry gave a dinner, at Green's restaurant, in honor of Jno. Wilson's birthday. It was a very enjoyable affair. All the delicacies of the season being served. Those who partook of Mr. Lowry's hospitality were: Misses Amelia Wilson, Lilly Allen and Willa Lee and Mr. Wilson, the honor guest. The following missionary program was presented at Pride A. M. E. church, Sunday evening: Hymn, choir. Invocation, Rev. Kirk. Hymn, choir. Address, Practical Missionary Work, M. W. Grayson. Duet, Unanswered Yet? Miss Lee, Mrs. Turner. Pauer, The Necessity of Missionary Work, Miss Grayce Grayson. After the offering was lifted, the regular monthly communion services were entered upon. The program was very interesting, and a proper missionary spirit was aroused. Rev, Hogsett, of Wellsville, Ohio, preached at Trinity M. E. church, Sunday night. At the call of M. P. Smith, of Mon- ticello avenue, a large crowd of, voters gathered at the court house, Thursday evening, to discuss the political situation in the coming election. A special missionary program was rendered at Trinity M. E. church, Sunday afternoon. The entertainment given by the M. E. Sunday school, Thursday night, was well attended. The Queen Esther club was entertained, Friday afternoon, by Mrs. Aaron Wilson. Mrs. Minerva Ashby was hostess to the B. W. Arnett club, Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Jas. Brown is quite ill at her home, on Main street. The children of the A. M. E. Sunday school had a lively spelling bee, Monday evening. POWELLTON George Nichols left Tuesday with his wife and children for North Garden, Va., where he expects to make his home. B. F. White, M. D., was here, Wednesday morning, to see Mrs. Henderson, who has been ill several days, but is improving now. T. L. Thompson was in Montgomery, Wednesday, on business. Wm. Hardgrow and Mr.Aathon, both of London, were in our town on business, Wednesday. Mrs. Lucy Jackson and Miss Lucinda Jackson made a trip to Kimberly, Saturday. Mrs. Johnson, Miss C. F. Spears' sister, is here visiting. Mrs. R. R. D. Reid, of Kimberly, and Miss Lula Branum, of Mentgomery, were in town, Saturday, in the interest in town, Saturday, of Pocahontas. Miss Branum, the deputy of this district, was assisted by Mrs. Reid in giving the preliminary of the order and trying to get the people to rightly understand, with the hope that in the near future we will be ready to set up a council. Mrs. Reid and Miss Branum were also with us on Sunday, the 1st, in our Sunday school and missionary services, and made some very encouraging remarks in both services. The missionary services were opened and conducted at the usual hours, morning and evening, by the president, Mrs. Sallie West, in her businesslike way. It rendered a highly praised program. Sunday evening, which follows: Singing by society. Scripture reading, Mrs. S. J. Mills. Invocation, Bro. J. S. Harvey. Singing by society. Scripture quotations by the members. Singing and responsive service by society. Recitation, Mrs. L. H. Wood. Recitation, Mrs. Mittei Erby. Solo and chorus, Mrs. Sallie West. Miss C. F. Spears, J. F. Fairfax and S. H. Fairfax. eRecitation, Mrs. Lillie Fairfax. Select reading, E. F. Fairfax. Solo and chorus, Mrs. R. J. Harvey, C. F. Spears, S. H. Fairfax and J. F. Fairfax. Recitation, Mrs. Ida Jones. Recitation, Sallie West. Bass solo and chorus, S. H. Fairfax, J. F. Fairfax, C. F. Spears and Ida Jones. Recitation, C. F. Spears. Mrs. Sallie Carrington is on the sick list. Mrs. Prudence Davis made a business trip to Mt. Carbon, Saturday. Mrs. Sophie Robinson made a trip to Elk Ridge, Thursday. MONTGOMERY. Mrs. Clara Powell and Mrs. Mary Perry were guests of Mrs. John Arnold, at Handley, one day last week. Mrs. A. W. Curtis, of Handley, and Miss Hassie Brown, teacher at Boomer, were to see Mrs. H. H. Railey, Saturday. C. G. Thompson, of Powellton, was a business visitor here, Wednesday. Miss Joewilla Morgan is reported on the sick list. Mrs. William Allen, who was quite sick all last week, is reported some better. Mrs. Lucy Washington is sick at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Nat. Woods. Miss Ada Wright returned to Institute, Saturday. Mrs. V. M. Willis, who has been sick several weeks, is much better. Miss Lulu Branham was a business visitor to Mt. Carbon and Powellton last week. Mrs. William Boone and Mrs. Geo. Jackson, of Denwood, were to see Mrs. H. H. Railey, Friday. Mrs. Geo. Gough and Mrs. Geo. Steppee were guests of relatives at Institute and Charleston last week. Mrs. Lizzie Davis, of Red Star, was the guest of her sister, Miss Henrietta James, last week. Mrs. E. C. Page spent Saturday and Sunday at Sewell, the guest of her husband. R. E. Burrell, who was sick last week, is able to be out. Mrs. Geo. Brown took suddenly ill Sunday morning. She is reported better. Joe Buster, who has been sick the last two weeks, at the home of his father, Samuel Buster, is improving. Miss Hutte Peters, of Ward, was here Sunday, the guest of relatives. W. A. Brown, of Institute, was a business visitor here. Monday. S. M. Davis is spending the week S. M. Davia is spending the week with his family in Charleston. Rev. W. D. Woods, of Roanoke, Va.; Mrs. Freeman, of Covington, and Mrs. Charles Lewia, of Ronceverte; Dr. S. A. Washington, of Hill Everette, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Moses Watson, is improving nicely. ADVOCATE after undergoing an operation for apendicitis. Top, and Mrs. B. F. White set up a club of Daughters of Pocahontas of 31 members. Wednesday evening. Miss Sadie Allen, of Institute, was called home, Monday, because of the serious illness of her mother. J. W. White, of Charleston, was a business saleslstor here, Monday. BUCKHANNON. Miss Georgia Sutton has been quite sick for the past week, but is much better at this writing. Mrs. Mary Jones, who has been in Sutton for the past five weeks, returned home last week. Norman Ray, of Sutton, visited friends here last week. Clyda B. Jones, of Clarksburg, visited his mother, Mrs. Mary Jones last week. The box supper given by the ladies of the old society. Tuesday night, was well attended. Miss Birdie Davis was hostess to the ladies' aid society. Friday after noon. A most enjoyable session was held. The Silver Leaf club met with Miss Susie Jones. The guests of th club were: Mrs. Ellen Smith, Clyde B. Jones and Mrs. Mary Jones. After the business was attended to a splendid program was rendered and delicious refreshments were served. Mrs.' Virginia Taylor entertained quite a number of her friends, Tuesday evening, in honor of her daughter's, Miss Cora, birthday. Cards were the amusement for the evening. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Lewis, Mr. and Mrs. Charlee Dickinson, Mr. and Mrs. William Mumford, Mr. and Mrs. James Wade, Mrs. Mary Jones and Misses Lottie Smith, Susie Jones, Beulah Wright. Frances Morton, Nettie Madison and Jeanette Powell, and Messrs. T. A. Brown, Charles Walker, Clayton Howard, Edward Hunter, Jack Green, Clarence Mumford and Robert Dabney. A very pleasant evening was spent. At half-past eleven o'clock delightful refreshments were served. All went home wishing Miss Cora many happy returns of the day. Mrs. Henry Powell has been on the sick list for the past week, but we are glad to learn that she is much improved now. Waldo Smith, who has been suffering with a gripe for several weeks, is able to be out again. Ernest Green, of Mill Creek, was here on business for several days last week. The drill given by the pupils of the Victoria school, on the 22nd, was well attended, and $8 was made, which will be used to get books for the school library. Frank Powell, of Wheeling, who has been visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Powell, left for Wheeling last week. Claybourne Powell is somewhat indisposed at this writing. PRINCETON. This town has a small population of industrious colored people, all of whom own good property. We predict a bright future within a year, owing to the fact that the Deepwater railroad will have one of its divisions here, and other enterprises have been planned for the near future. The people here heartily endorse the issue of the present legislature, in regard to the "dry state," from the fact this is a "dry town," and has been for years. A number of good homes have been built since early summer, and by carpenters of our own color. Benj. Cook, formerly of Williamson, has completed a neat little cottage. N. H. Hill, the popular grocer, made a business trip to Bluefield last week. Roy Gardner is home from Philadelphia to spend the winter with his parents. Rev. R. W. Hill, pastor of Second Baptist church, was called to Dry Fork last Sunday, to attend a funeral of one of his members. Rev W. R. Burger, of the Methodist church, preached in his absence. The choir rendured unusually good music with Miss Cleota Mitchell as organist. W. M. Calfender, our popular barber, is having a handsome two story residence built, on Grayson Heights. "The "social Club" entertained. Friday, evening, at Mitchell's hall, in honor of Roy Gardner. The hall was artistically decorated with evergreens and ferns, the color scheme being white and green. Soft strains of music was heard throughout the evening. A choice menu was sequed. Nothing was left undone to give to the guests, a social good time. W. B. Page, assisted by his cousin, Mrs. Ada Jones, gave an "at home" to a few friends last Thursday. Games were the diversion of the evening. Dainty refreshments were served, and an enjoyable time spent. HINTON On last Friday evening, February 28, was given by the missionary circle of the Second Baptist church of this city, the most enjoyable event of the entire season, the leap year party being the occasion for such fun and pleasure. It was amusing to see the "master sex" being led hither and thither by the "fair sex," offering them treats from the many different tables of dainty foods. The basement of the church was most tastefully arranged, giving the pleasing ef- BLUEFIELD COLORED INSTITUTE A College and Normal Institute for colored students, located at Bluefield, the leading commercial town of the southern part of West Virginia. on the Norfolk and Western railroad,205 miles east of Kenova BLUFFIELD COLORD INSTITUTE Splendid College Buildings, Beautiful Grounds, Dormitories for male and female students; furnished rooms, a reading room supplied with the best current literature; a good library, and a physical and chemical laboratory. Healthful location and wholesome surroundings. Board $8.00 per month. Tuition free to state students, rates very low to non-resident students. The Blufffield School offers an unequalled opportunity for young men to secure an education, for they can always find profitable employment when at school, during vacation, holidays and on Sundays. For catalogue and other information, write the Principal. fect of a spacious parlor. Potted plants were in confusion to the extent of making one think of being in a garden of the fairies, or with Shakespeare in his "Midsummer Night's Dream." The ladies of the missionary circle were all bedecked in white, and the guests were attired in their very best. The committee, of which Mrs. Amanda L. Brown was chairman, deserves great praise. Rev. Meadows preached here last Wednesday night, and remained over for the verse on Friday morning. Mrs. Brown, the evangelist, gave a special lecture, Saturday evening, to the ladies, and on Sunday afternoon, at 3 o'clock, gave a special lecture to the men. Local option fight is on in Hinton. Jordan Simpson, about 70 years of age, who underwent a serious surgical operation by Dr. Holley, assisted by Dr. Payne, a short time ago, is very much improved at this writing. Sam Williams, an employee at the McCreory hotel, had the misfortune to fall and break his arm. He was taken to the Holley sanitarium, where the necessary surgical aid was given. Dr. Holley was called to Talcott again on February 28th, to see Lorine Campbell, who has been dangerously ill, but is reported to be better at this writing. G. W. Thomas, of Sun, who has been under treatment at the Holley sanitarium for a short time, is much improved, and will return home in a few days. (Correspondents are requested to sign their letters.—Editor.) PT. PLEASANT. Mrs. Joseph Alexander left Friday or Huntington, to be guest of relatives. She returned Monday. Little Nola, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wola. Holmes, of Gallipolis, is the guest of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Andy Smith, this week. Alfred Banks, who has been working in Pittsburgh, came home. Thursday, to spend a few weeks. The leap year dance to be given here. Friday, is looked forward to with much pleasure. Miss Virginia Lincoln left Saturday or Brosia to open a spring term of school. Howard Jackson, of Mason City, spent Sunday in town, the guest of friends. Mrs. Caroline Banks, who has been quite ill for the past few weeks, is improving. The stewardess of the M. E. church gave a successful entertainment at the Odd Fellows hall, Friday night. The interesting feature of the evening was the well selected records played on the phonograph of Rev. Liggins, of Huntington. James and Clyde Colston entertained at dinner, Sunday. Joe Jordan, Chas. Settles and Howard Jackson, of Mason City. The pupils of the Langston high school have organized a literary club, which gave their first entertainment, Friday. The officers are as follows: President, Russell Colston; vice president, Robert Johnson; secretary, Luella Roberts; assistant secretary, James Thomas; treasurer, Anna Green; eritic, Agatha Alexander; organist, Leola Kelley. The club rebinds a program at the class room Bluefield W. Va. SPRING F MEN, YOUNG M Nobbiest Patterns Latest Style We have just receive are showing the most TRACTIVE SUITS You are cordially in amine our goods. REMEMBER OUR S HENRY One Price Cor. Capitol Will Move to Bradford STORER Harper's Ferry, Cou Academic, State Normal, Bibl Music, Carpentry, Blacksmithi Husbandry, Cookery, Serving BIRING SUIT FOR YOUNG MEN AND BEST Patterns Latest Style Best Quality Lowest have just received our spring stock showing the most STYLISH AND ACTIVE SUITS ever seen in the are cordially invited to come and me our goods. MEMBER OUR SPECIAL $2.00 HENRY SMIT One Price Clothier Cor. Capitol and Kanawha love to Bradford Bldg. about Ma ORER COLLEGE per's Ferry, : : : We SPRING SUITS MEN, YOUNG MEN AND ;BOYS We have just received our spring stock and are showing the most STYLISH AND ATTRACTIVE SUITS ever seen in the city. You are cordially invited to come and examine our goods. REMEMBER OUR SPECIAL $2.00 HAT Will Move to Bradford Bldg. about March 16th. STORER COLLEGE Courses Academic, State Normal, Biblical, Vocal and Instrumental Music, Carpentry, Blacksmithing, Practical Gardening and Husbandry, Cookery, Serving and Dressmaking. Equipment Ample Buildings, Beautiful Cal- braries of over 6900 volumes, Hennessy, Dairy, several acres Hot Beds. Expo Books, Room Rent and Tuition essary Expense not over $6.5 Ample Buildings, Beautiful Campus, Laboratory, Telescope, Libraries of over 6000 volumes, Comm dious Barn, Piggery, Hennessy, Dairy, several acres of gardens, Cold Frames and Hot Beds. Expenses Books, Room Rent and Tution free to West Virginia. Necessary Expense not over $6.50 per month to study students. Special Features Eight valuable scholarships and Athletics, Band, Literary Society tertaintments, Musical Clubs, Y Storer is a Non-Sectarian, C For Illustrated Catalogue so uable scholarships and six prizes. awarded Band, Literary Societies, frequen Lectur- nts, Musical Clubs, Y. M. C. A. is a Non-Sectarian, Christian Institution. Illustrated Catalogue send to Eight valuable scholarships and six prizes awarded annually. Athletics, Band, Literary Societies, frequenues Lectures and Entertainments, Musical Clubs, Y. M. C. A. Storer is a Non-Sectarian, Christian Institution. For Illustrated Catalogue send to HENRY T. McDONALD, Pres. Leslie Smith, of Gallipolis, spent Saturday and Sunday in town, the guest of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Andy Smith. Alfred Bradley left on the steamer Kanawha, Friday, for Pittsburgh. McKENDREE. Mrs. Sarah Johnson returned last Wednesday from Hinton, after a week's vacation. Mrs. James Johnson left for Se- --- twice oach month. G SUITS FOR MEN AND BOYS Best Quality Lowest Price and our spring stock and STYLISH AND AT- ever seen in the city. invited to come and ex- PECIAL $2.00 HAT SMITH e Clothier and Kanawha Bldg. about March 16th. COLLEGE : West Va. rses ical, Vocal and Instrumental ing, Practical Gardening and and Dressmaking. six prizes awarded annually. les, frequens Lectures and Kn- M. C. A. christian Institution. nd to bort on the 16th of February. She was called by the illness of her sister. She returned on the 26th, stating that she was much better. Mrs. Katherine Johnson left, Saturday, for Powellton, to visit her mother. George Barnes is confined to his room with torsillitis and grip. Robert Young made a flying trip to Thurmond, Sunday. Lacy Stewart, of Mill Point, made a flying trip to Wilkesville, Ohio, to visit his mother. He returned to his home with pneumonia. ATTEND C. G. BERGMAN'S AUCTION SALE 2:30 to 7:30 Daily EVERYTHING AT YOUR OWN PRICE THURSDAY, MARCH 5, 1908. CASH Preliminary ALL THE IN final preparation to building next week day, make substan- We note the follow- what we cannot mention in SH SALE preliminary to Move THIS W preparation to moving to next week, we will, beg like substantial reduction the following. There'll mention in this ad. goods opening dress goods, compri- desirable shades, ranging 3.00 yd. Rather than mo- ne sold for, at yd. colored Taffetas, rangin Rather than move, th yd. black Taffetas, the $1.25 in move, they will be sold ear children's medium 'weight to twelve years. They Rather than move, they're s and ends of Ladies' wear at similar reduction LIN DRAWERS, per pair CASH SALE Preliminary to Moving ALL THIS WEEK IN final preparation to moving to our new store building next week, we will, beginning Wednesday, make substantial reductions in our stock. We note the following. There'll be many others that we cannot mention in this ad. All our evening dress and most desirable sh $2.00 to $3.00 yd. R they will be sold for, a All our evening dress goods, comprising the newest and most desirable shades, ranging in price from $2.00 to $3.00 yd. Rather than move, $1.50 they will be sold for, at yd. Our best colored Taffe 65c to 85c. Rather th be sold at yd. Yard wide black Taffe Rather than move, the Our best colored Taffetas, ranging in price from 65c to 85c. Rather than move, they will 58c be sold at yd. Yard wide black Taffetas, the $1.25 quality 95c Rather than move, they will be sold at yd. A lot of children's me shirts, three to twelve and 25c. Rather than Other odds and ends Knit Underwear at sim LADIES' MUSLIN DRAW A lot of children's medium weight ribbed Undershirts, three to twelve years. They were 20c and 25c. Rather than move, they're 8c Some Leaders 400 yards of wide She neat stripes. The 15c Apron Ginghams in as Cotton Huck Towels, 5 Hemstitched Linen To Sheffield Crocheted C Any of our 75c Sheet Mercerized Table D Wide $1.12 1-2c Dam Heavy Turkish Bath T REMNANTS---T Ends at of wide Shirt and Waist- s. The 15c kind for eghams in assorted checks, ck Towels, 5c each, per de- ded Linen Towels Crocheted Counterpanes for 75c Sheets for 1 Table Damask, the 5 2 1-2c Damask for Kish Bath Towels for NTS---The week Ends at 1-2 Price 400 yards of wide Shirt and Waisting Madras, in neat stripes. The 15c kind for - - 10c Apron Ginghams in assorted checks - - 5c Cotton Huck Towels, 5c each, per dozen - 50c Hemstitched Linen Towels - - - 19c Sheffield Crocheted Counterpanes - - 65c Any of our 75c Sheets for - - 65c Mercerized Table Damask, the 50c kind for 40c Wide $1.12 1-2c Damask for - - 98c Heavy Turkish Bath Towels for - - 12 1-2c REMNANTS---The weeks Short Ends at 1-2 Price All This Week He was an optimistic bald man who declared he would rather be mothered by flies than by barbers. Guaranteed Watches $1.00 up & Richa ustic bald man Now that the should rather be to issue clerg n by barbers. not the newspa Coyle & Richardson He was an optimistic bald man Now that the railroads are going who declared he would rather be to issue clergymen's permits why bothered by files than by barbers. not the newspaper men, too. Why be without a reli- able timepiece when you can secure one so cheaply We are Never S Custo ERNST Corner Virginia Street Never Satisfied U Customers are NST JEWELER AND Manufacturing ginia Street and Arcade ERNST JEWELER AND Manufacturing Optician Corner Virginia Street and Arcade, Charleston Dress Goods Silks Underwear Now that the railroads are g issue clergymen's permits ot the newspaper men, too. Everything Up-to-date In Jewelry At "live and let live" prices. Ask for our catalog and prove that what we say is true. CHARLESTON The dance of the Gilt Edge club, which was postponed last month, will be given Monday evening of next week, the invitations issued in February being good for this occasion. The Loyal Union was entertained last week by Mrs. Frances Mays, at her residence, on Railroad avenue. The meeting next week will be held with Miss Bennie Mallory. Andrew Hall has so far recovered as to be able to leave his room. Improvement is still noted in the condition of Andrew Parker, who has been ill a number of weeks. J. S. Noel passed through the city, Tuesday, returning from Clarksburg, where he attended the meeting of the republican state central committee, of which he is a member. During Mr. Noel's absence in the upper part of the state, his home at Sewell was totally destroyed by fire, causing the loss of all his household effects. F. K. Waddy, of St. Albans, was abusness visitor here. Tuesday. Mrs. E. M. Francis, who spent last week here, the guest of Mrs. J. H. Taylor, returned to her home at Winfrede, Friday. Mrs. J. M. Hazlewood and daughter. Louisa, are spending the week at Pomeroy, Ohio, visiting relatives. Rev. C. H. Carter, one of the legislative attaches, spent Sunday at his home at Carbon. S. W. Starks and J. M. Hazlewood left Monday for Hot Springs, Ark., to attend a meeting of the Pythian temple and sanitarium committee, which will consider the advisability of purchasing or erecting a sanitarium there. Mr. Hazlewood will probably remain at Hot Springs for three or four weeks. Dr. and Mrs. B. A. Crichlow left Wednesday of last week for Williamson, where the doctor will engage in the practice of hfs profession. Rev. Muse will fill Rev. W. E. Walker's appointment at St. Albans, Sunday. Rev. S. P. West is expected to be in the city this week, and will worship with St. Paul A. M. E. church, Sunday, March 8th. W. D. Chappelle has been ill for the past week with the mumps. The revival at St. Paul A. M. E. church has been postponed later, on account of Rev. W. E. Walker's absence from the city. Mrs. S. D. Cowser has been quite ill this week. Norman Triplett is on the sick list this week. Isaac Price, of Montgomery, passed through the city, Tuesday. Mrs. Sallie Scott, of Sentz street, is convalescing. The women mite missionary society of St. Paul A. M. E. church will be entertained by Mrs. Mattle Moss, at her residence, on Craig street, on Monday evening. The ladies aid society of St. Paul A. M. E. church will be entertained at the parsonage, 804 Donnally street, by Mrs. W. D. Clark and Mrs. Minnie Samuels tonight. Mrs. Anna Gamble, wife of Dr. H. F. Gamble, is still in a critical condition, despite the efforts of her husband and other physicians to effect some improvement. Rev. G. B. Howard, former pastor of the First Baptist church of this city, is expected here from Petersburg, Va., on the 12th, to deliver a lecture at the K. of P. ball for the Phyllis Wheatley Court of Calanthe. Mrs. P. H. Waters, who has been at Ann Arbor, Mich., during the winter, is spending a few days here with her husband. Mrs. J. W. and Miss Viney entertained at a whist dinner, Thursday evening of last week. Those of their guests not engaged in whist spent the evening very pleasantly dancing. Present were: Mesdames E. M. Francis, J. H. Taylor and Cornella Johnson; Misses Gilmer, James, Aristis Johnson and Lucinda Williams; Messrs, T. G. Nutter, Horsley, Charles Alexander, F. C. Cambric, Robert Foy and J. C. Gilmer. Mrs. Anne Brown, who conducted the revival at Simpson M. E. church last month, returned to the city yesterday. Last night, assisted by several others, she instituted a lodge of St. Luke's at the K. of P. hall. Tonight she lectures at Simpson M. E. church. Mrs. J. W. Waters has recovered from a severe attack of grip, which confined her to her room last week. Pay your capitation tax now that If you have an irregular, healthy movement of the bowels open, and be well. Keep your bowels open, and be well. Keep your bowels violent physic or pill poison, is dangerous. The smoothest, easiest, most perfect way of keeping the bowels clean and clean is to take CANDY OATHARTIC ascareth THE WORK WHILE YOU SLEEP EAT 'EM LIKE CANDY Pleasant, Palatable, Potent, Taste Good, Do Good, Never Shaken, Weaken or Gripe, 10, 25 and 50 ounces. Write for free sample, and be let on health. Address 433 Sterling Resources Company, Chicago or New York. KEEP YOUR BLOOD CLEAN your name may be placed on the registration list. Miss Sallie Burks has returned from a pleasant visit to Washington, D. C. Mr. and Mrs. William Yancy, of Boomer, were here, Tuesday, on business. Ornetal/hair at Mrs. Brown's, 500 Capitol street. Adv. S. H. Denson, of Covington, arrived in the city, yesterday, to spend several months. Jonas Claytor, of Red Star, is spending the week here on business. Miss Caroline IRce is at Thayer, this week, soliciting orders for the Brown millinery establishment. GARNET SCHOOL NOTES. Fourth Grade. The attendance is better in the fourth grade at this time than it has been before. Out of the thirty-four enrolled forty-two are in regular attendance. Evelyn Hare is out on account of sickness and William Fortune was called, to Lewisburg last week to see his grandfather, who is seriously ill at that place. The following are the of the children who are to be commended for good deportment—Jessie Trust, Agnes Dohson, Calvin Davis, Henry Davis, Emima Bowles, Maria DeHonney, James Gill and Ralph Shelton. Those who led the work in the arithmetic class the past week are: James Gillis, Ella Wanzer, Calvin Davis and Princess Stewart. Much interest in being manifested in the music class. Nearly every child in the fourth grade is able to read easily, music in the natural key, one and two sharps and up to three flats in easy exercises and songs. The quarterly tests began Monday All of the children are working hard as each is anxious for good grades on his report. Friday afternoon to the delight of the children and teacher, after memory verses had been recited, by each child from some favorite author, the following program was given. Village Blacksmith—Clara Frame. The Strangers on the Hill—Elizabeth Trust. Xmag at the Cratchits—Sedalia Williams Song: America—School. Story of George Washington—Agnes Dobson. Host of Angels—Theresa Crozler. Wreck of the Hesperus—Fannie Brown. A Word Before Starting—Sadie Smith. The Little Bird's Song—Emma Goff. Be True—Annie B. Johnson. Guilty or Not Guilty—Henry A. Tinsley. Bugle Song—Margaret Melton. Song—School. A Lecture—Henry Davis The Brook—Bernice Rice. On The Gate—Ethel Berriman. Duct—Fannie Brown and Theresa Crozier. Progression—Hazel Bailey. Where Gypsies Go—Ella Wanzer. Song—School. The fifth and sixth grades at Garnett enjoyed a very profitable exercise in the way of a spelling-match on last Friday afternoon. Many of the scholars did well and each held his place on the floor with a determination to be the last one to take his seat. But after many earnest efforts by different scholars all were compelled to give way to Russell Hawkins, of the sixth grade, who proved himself champion of the occasion. The exercise was conducted by G. L. Cuzzins, teacher. Sixth, Seventh and Eighth Grades The average daily per cent of at- tendance in these grades for the month ending January 20, was 91. There were 60 cases of tardiness, boys 21, girls 39; nearly one-half of these cases was caused by four pupils. The average age is 13½ years. The following is a list of thirteen scholars, five girls and eight boys who were neither absent nor tardy during the month: Elmer Anderson Engene Moss, Jervis Woodley, Verner Winston, Floyd Micky, Lillian Alexander, Kanawha Boyd, Nokomis Boyd, Maurice Brown, Beatrice Brooks, Sallie Hale Lucy Moody, and Emma Wade. Examination are in progress and some of the pupils are making a good showing. A few have failed, but it is hoped they will come up during the spring term. The second term exams, commenced Monday with the following subjects: Junior Physics and General History, Sophomore Latin and zoology, Freshman Grammar and Physical geography. The G. H. S. Literary society rendered an excellent program Friday, as follows: - Singing—G. H. S. Instrumental Solo—Maud Viney. Essay: "Booker T. Washington"—Edward Fulks. Solo: "Cupid's Garden"—Lillian Byrd. Essay: "Importance of Little Things"—Bessie Taylor. Solo: "Dreaming Love of You"—Nettie Elliott. Current Events—Rebecca Green. Miss Nina Clinton was absent Monday on account of illness. Her position was filled by Noale Farrar, a senior. PARKERSBURG. Mrs. Hattie Jenkins and little son have returned home, after an extended visit in the south. There will be a social given by the Household of Ruth, in the K. of P. hall, Tuesday evening, March 10. They expect to make it a grand success. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Lum, of Philadelphia, Pa., are in the city, and make their home with Mrs. Annie Washington. Mr. and Mrs. George Watson returned home, Thursday, after spending the winter with relatives in Ohio. Revival services are being held at Bethel A, M. E. church. Rev. E. E. Brien, pastor. Charley Brock, Cecil Comedy, Edward Smith and Melton Hill were initiated into the mysteries of Blennershasset lodge, No. 77, of the K. of P., Friday evening, February 28th The ladies of the Sexton club, of Logan Memorial church, will hold a parlor's social, Friday evening, March 6, at the residence of Prof, and Mrs. J. R. Jefferson, an excellent program will be rendered and a delicious lunch will be served. All are cordially invited. Mrs. Henry Comedy and Mrs. Minnie Brass were welcome visitors to Sumner high school literary society last Friday. Avery interesting and profitable meeting of Vendetta court, No. 5, O. O. C., was held last Thursday night. Vendetta court, No. 5, O. O. C., has a dispensation for 30 days to make new members at reduced rates. Now is an opportunity for all eligibles to join. A committee was appointed, last Monday night week, to investigate as to the property on Eighth street, owned by Wm. McClung and James Edmondson, with a view to buying it. Maceo has in the neighborhood of $1,000 in its treasury. Mrs. Oscar Carter spent Sunday in Wheeling, visiting relatives. ST. ALBANS. Mrs. Ida Williams, of Raymond City, was a business visitor here, Monday. Mrs. Cornelia Coles spent a few days here with Mrs. William Fukery, Miss Mattie Shelton, of Charleston, was at home, Sunday. Samuel Williams spent a few days at Elkridge last week. John Harris, of Charleston, was the week-end guest of his mother, Mrs. G. R. Crawford. Mrs. Mary Cosby has returned from Charleston, where she spent a ARE YOU A K.OFF IF NOT WHY NO Do you not know that the Knights of Pythias is the strongest and most progressive order of the age? The four departments of the order are as follows: SUBORDINATE LODGE In this the members are united to care for and protect each other's interest as well as sickness and distress. In this department our young men are receiving a military education which they can get in no other way, thus making them better and more useful citizens. In this the wives, mothers widows, daughters and sisters of Knights are united for the common purposes of life. In this department we are paying out thousands of dollars annually to the widows and heirs of deceased Knights. If there is no lodge in your locality, confer with the Deputy Grand Chancellor of your district or write S. W. Starks, Charleston, W. Va., for terms upon which to organize a lodge UNIFORM RANK In this depot young men are military educl they can get way, thus m better and citizens. LADIES' COURT In this the widows, da sisters of Knited for the poses of life. ENDOWMENT In this department paying out the dollars annual widows and deceased Knight If there is no locality, confer wuty Grand Chanc district or write Charleston, W. V upon which a lodge few days with friends. R. A. Neal spent Monday at Institute. Rev. N. Barnett spent the week here, the guest of R. Green. Mrs. F. K. Waddy was indisposed last week. Mrs. Laura Williams has recovered from a recent illness. Born, to Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Allen, on the 14th, a son. Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy Hall are the proud parents of a son, born to them on the 23rd ult. The Busy Bee club met with Miss Jessie Williams, Tuesday. William Jones spent Sunday here, visiting friends. Miss Ruby Preston is on the sick list. CTION S Mrs. Fleety Perkins and son Russell and Miss Mary Smith spent several days in Clarksburg with friends recently. Miss Catlipp is acting as attendant at the asylum, in the absence of Mrs. Julia McDonald. Jas. Banks, after spending the greater portion here with relatives, has returned to Clarksburg. Rev. J. L. Griffith filled his pulpit here all day last Sunday. The condition of Florida Reynolds is very grave. There is slight hope entertained of his recovery. Mrs. Julia McDonald is still at Morgantown, attending her daughter, who is very sick. Mrs. Mary Hubbard has entirely recovered from a severe attack on grip. First Ward E. A. TULLEY. Second Ward ERNEST HIGGINBOTHAM. Third Ward CHARLES G. HIGH. Fourth Ward J. H. CAIN. Fifth Ward PHILIP NEARMAN. Sixth Ward Long Term J. C. MORRISON. Short Term W. B. WILKINSON. Seventh Ward E. K. BOWERS. Eighth Ward DR. J. L. STUMP. Ninth Ward T. C. TOWNSEND. Tenth Ward J. W. DAWSON. ANNOUNCEMENTS. FOR SHERIFF. I am a candidate for the office of Sheriff of Kanawha county, subject to the decision of the Republican primary election. Your support is solicited. S. P. SMITH. FOR SHERIFF. I am a candidate for the office of Sheriff of Kanawha county, subject to the decision of the voters in the Republican primary, to be held May 16th, 1908. Your support is earnestly solicited. R. B. CASSADY. FOR ASSESSOR. I hereby announce myself as a candidate for nomination for the office of Assessor of Kanawha county, subject to the decision of the Republican primary, to be held May 16th. A. M. WOOLDREDGE. FOR COUNNTY CLERK. I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the office of County Clerk of Kanawha county, subject to the Republican primary election to be held May 16th, 1908. JOHN MOULTON. FOR INTERMEDIATE JUDGE. I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the office of Judge of the Intermediate Court of Kanawha county, subject to the Republican primary to be held May 16th, 1908. HENRY K. BLACK. CLERK OF COUNTY COURT. I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the nomination for Clerk of the County Court of Kanawha county, subject to the decision of the republican county primary to be held on the 16th day of May, 1908, and respectfully ask the voters of the county to examine fully into my record before casting their votes. MARSHALL A. MORRIS. GET TOGETHER Now that the state committee has decided the legality of the call issued by the Kanawha county republican committee for the primary, Saturday, it is to be hoped that the campaign for the gubernatorial nomination will proceed with that harmony and good feeling essential to the success of the ticket next November. The party has suffered, in the recent past, unnecessary loss through factional differences. To internecine strife alone is due the defeat of the republican candidate for sheriff at the last general election, and the narrow margin by which the head of the state ticket was elected. Indifference or something worse characterized the actions of some of the leaders during the last city election, which resulted in an overwhelming victory for the democratic candidates, and unless there is a disposition on the part of all concerned to forget personal ennities and get together, this city and county will experience a continuation of democratic rule. The Negro, above all, is especially notorious of the success of the republican party. Not so much for the few fisheries and fishes, which it has been intended to receive, as for his political interests does he deplore the present past state of affairs within the state. There are those of them, fortunately their number is small, who with indifference upon the conquest of nature the various nominations. They can not see that wounds should be inflicted which will result in nature's day, and the measure at the net is jeopardizing. ardized by disaffections among the defeated candidates. On the other hand, the thinking portion of the race views with alarm the too frequent tendency of some to further their personal ambitions at the risk of party disruption and consequent defeat. As has been said often before, the Negro has and will support the nominees, whoever they may be, believing, as they do, that the worst republican—excepting the gentleman from Mingo—is more favorable to them as a whole than the best democrat. The loss of the state means nothing to the white republican office holder more than retirement from office. To the Negro it means disfranchisement and Jim Crowism. To him is not permitted that freedom of choice, except in municipal elections, which should accompany the possession of the ballot, for there is ever before him the shadow of the twin specters. The Advocate voices the wish of al. good party men in expressing the hope that, however spirited the contest for delegates to the state convention may be, the losers will take their medicine like men, for there is no place in the cast of characters for Achilles. "GIVE SECRETARY TAFT In his Freeman of last week, "Uncle Tom" 'Fortune expresses a change of opinion regarding Secretary of War Taft, and took occasion to hand a lemon to those bishops of the Methodist council who uttered "some pronounced views on the political situation" at Washington not long since. Having absolved Mr. Taft from all responsibility for the discharge of the Negro troops, and recanted the statement that he should have resigned rather than sustain the order, the Freeman says: "We might as well look the political situation and the Brownville business squarely in the month. Secretary Taft stands a good chance to be the republican nominee for president. If he should be will the good bishops vote for the democratic nominee No! Secretary Taft is one of the strongest republicans in the country. His record on the bench, in the Philippine islands and as secretary of war places him in the front rank of American statesmen. When it is assumed that he is an enemy or the Afro-American very great injustice is done him. As governor-general of the Philippine islands he measured out even-handed justice to Fillipinos, to Afro-Americans, whom he consistently befriended, as the writer knows, and to other sorts of Americans who were not in opposition to Governor Taft and friendly to Vice-Governor Luke E. Wright, a Tennessee democrat, whom the furries ran out of the islands after President Roosevelt had made him governor in succession to Governor Taft. Where is Luke E. Wright now? "We are not going to line up with the clamor against Secretary Taft. He is a strong man, with a clean record, and we are going to give him a square deal in Fortune's Freeman. If he gets the nomination we are going to support him." Now hold your ear to the ground for the sound of the anvil chorus of rabid Forakerites. What they will do to the Freeman will be a plenty, but its editor, fortunately, knows how to take care of himself, and is doubtless prepared to defend his sudden change of front. SENATOR BRADLEY. Governor Beckham's failure of election to the United States senate by the Kentucky legislature, does not signify, dear reader, that the democratic party of the bluegrass state has lost any of its virility, so much as it indicates the desire of the people to have a voice in affairs of state. They have grown weary of the autocratic airs assumed by the previously undefeated candidate, and enough of them had the courage of their convictions to vote for a republican rather than heap additional honors upon a man who so soon scorned the base degrees by which he did ascend. The mantle could not have fallen upon one better fitted to uphold the dignity of the position, which so many brilliant men have filled, than Governor Bradley. National committeeman for his state for many years, once the choice of his delegation for president and once the governor of the state, he brings to the senatorship that ripe experience which can only come from participation in big things. That his elevation was made possible by democratic votes detracts in no way from his victory; rather, it shows the high regard in which he is held by both political friend and foe. Here's to Senator Bradley. May he live long and prosper. Although it must be conceded, even by the most sanguine, that Senator Foraker is making a losing fight, none can but admire the brave stand he is taking for the discharged Negro troops. But it should not be forgotten that while Senator Foraker has taken the initiative and borne the brunt of the battle, he has had good support on his right in the person of our Senator Scott. Mr. Scott is not a talkative man, he is not often in the spotlight, and for that reason those who know him slightly or not at all slated him among the backers of the administration in this instance. Senator Scott has not surprised us in his attitude on the Brownsville affair, for we have not forgotten his successful effort to secure representation of the Negro voters of this state at the last national convention, nor the fight he put up at Chicago to give the black and tan delegations from the south a square deal. Senator Scott is all right and the Negroes of West Virginia are proud to be numbered among his constituents. Judge Henry K. Black announces himself in this issue of the Advocate as a candidate for the republican nomination for the office of Judge of the Intermediate Court of Kanawha county, the position which he now fills with such distinguished ability. Mr. Black has been prominently before the people of Kanawha county, and his career, both in public and private, has been one of which any citizen of the county might be justifiably proud. Up to the present, no other candidate for the republican nomination for this important office has been announced, and even if there should be others, no mistake will be made in casting your vote for him in the primaries on May 16th. John Moulton, the present efficient clerk of the county court of Kana-wha county, will submit his claims for the nomination to succeed himself to the republican primaries to be held on May 16th. Mr. Moulton's administration of the office has been such as to call forth the commendation not only of his political friends, but of his opponents as well, and it is but justice to him to state that the affairs of his office were never kept in better shape than they have been during his administration, and never have those having business to transact with that department met with more courteous treatment or efficient service. Mr. A. M. Wooldredge, one of the best known business men and staunch republican workers of the county, will submit his claims for the nomination for the office of County Assessor to the voters of the county in the republican primaries to be held at the several voting precincts in the county on the 16th of May. Mr. Wooldredge is too well known to the voters of the county to need any special commendation from the Advocate. The mere fact of his announcement as a candidate is sufficient to insure him a flattering vote from the adherents of the party with whom he has been so long an active work- Up from the south comes the report that the representatives and friends of the other candidates for the republican presidential nomination are having hard sledding in Alabama because Booker Washington is the high cockerelorum in the political barnyard down there, and he is for Taft. Whether Mr. Washington dominates the situation and is for Taft, we neither know nor care; but if he is a Taft man, no others need apply for the job; for Mr. Washington is conservatism personified, and will know, beyond the shadow of a doubt, which way the procession is headed before he gets into the band wagon. R. B. Cassady, one of the most prominent business men and loyal republicans in the county, asks the support of the readers of the Advocate in his candidacy for the office of Sheriff of Kanawha county in the primaries to be held on the 16th of next May. Mr. Cassady has always been a staunch republican, and should he be the choice of his party to the office to which he aspires, he can be depended upon to bring to the discharge of the duties of the office the same business methods which have proven so successful in the conduct of his private affairs. If the Negroes of the south could get one-half the attention after the national convention they are receiving now, the republican party might be brought to see the justice of carrying out some of its platform promises. HE IS FOR FORAKER. Editor The Advocate: I would like for your paper to mention the fact that regardless of the fact that there has been a so-called boom for Taft in this state, it does not express our sentiments. While admitting that Taft is a great man, our candidate is the fearless, the Hon. Jos. B. Foraker, who has stood by us through all of our battles. We all glory in his bravery in upholding our cause and all of our people in this sate are glad to take off our hats and say may Foraker always reign. Self is a terrible tyrant that, once given rein, rides ruthlessly over all that is best in the life of man or woman. woman. A grand rally was held, Sunday, at Raleigh street M. E. church. Very interesting comments were preached during the day by Rev. P. Brooks and Rev. Edwards, of Scott street Baptist church. The excellent music rendered added much to the occasion. One of the most brilliant social functions of the city was a leap year reception, given under the auspices of the Y. M. C. A. of this city. The reception was held in the spacious social hall of the Y. N. C. A., which was filled to the limitest capacity. At a reasonable hour the guests were bidden to the dining room, where all the delicacies of the season were artistically avanned on the spacious tables. A most delightful evening was enjoyed by all present. The Y. M. C. A., under such proficient officers, is greatly benefiting the community and the public is always glad to show their appreciation. A song service; as a female to the grand rally will be held at Raleigh street M. E. church, Sunday evening, March 8. Besides the excellent music to be rendered, Prof. I. C. Tull and Prof. I. W. King will deliver addresses. A Martha Washington tea party, under the auspices of the ladies of Scott street church, was one of the social events of the week. The affair was a success. The infant child of Rev. and Mrs. Armstead departed this life, Sunday, March 1. Dr. and Mrs. Lomax, of Pocahontas, were week-end visitors to our city. The series of entertainments at Raleigh street Methodist church were quite a success. Miss Emma Wroute has almost entirely recovered from her recent accident. She wishes to return sincere thanks to those who so kindly aided her in every way, thereby alleviating her suffering, and hastening her recovery. RAYMOND CITY Gawfield Trust, and Mrs. Sallie Trust, of Charleston, were called here last week by the serious illness of their mother, Mrs. Jennie Harvey, which resulted in her death, Saturday, at 10:25, at the residence of her sister, Mrs. Gatewood. Mrs. Harvey had been in our midst for about seven months, suffering from a cancer on her breast. After enduring a severe operation and extreme suffering, she prayed and awaited until the end came. The funeral services were conducted, Monday, by Rev. Mr. A. Massey. Miss Perry Bennett and Miss Abbie Briend closed a successful term of school here. Friday. The exhibition took place, Saturday night, at the Odd Fellows hall. The children played their parts well, after which refreshments were served. Mrs. Friend and son, of Institute, and Mrs. Bennett, of Gallipolis, attended the closing of the school here. Both teachers left for their homes. Monday. Rev. N. Barnett filled his regular appointment here. Sunday. Mrs. Ida Williams was a business visitor to St. Albans, Monday. Mrs. Cornelia Coles has accepted a position as traveling agent for the Globe Association, and spent last week in St. Albans. Mrs. Lydia Shores is on the sick list this week. Little Ernestine Coles is indisposed at this writing. Richard Alexander, of Charleston, is in our city this week. Charlie Saunders spent Sunday with his family in Charleston. FAIRMONT. C. W. Hamilton is able to resume his position on the B. and O., after being absent three months on account of illness. Rev. Barton Coleman has moved his family here from Pennsylvania. Mrs. Sam Wilson entertained a number of children, Saturday, the occasion being her little daughter's birthday. Mrs. E. L. Morton was hostess to the four o'clock needle club, Friday, February 21, the club, was entertained Friday, February 28, by Mrs. F. H. Jackson. Charley Scott, of Wheeling, is the guest of his brother, Walter, and family. The pastor's reception, given by the ladies of the M. E. church, was quite an enjoyable affair. Several young men from Mannington were in attendance at the pastor's reception. Harry Williams was painfully burned by gas escaping and causing fire at his room at Mrs. Jake Somerville's. Mrs. Rheuhamia Meade is convalescent at this writing. The 'Swastika embroidery club was entertained by Miss Pearl Washington. Harrison Jones was the guest of his mother in Zanesville, Ohio, a few days last week. Gee. Geo. Baylliss was quite ill a few days the past week. James Taylor is seriously ill with typhoid pneumonia at Cook's hospital. Emery Rolls, of Wheeling, is the guest of relatives here. A musical entertainment will be given by the young men, Thursday night, for the benefit of Harry Williams, who was seriously burned. James Hargrove is on the sick list Rev. R. D. W. Meadows preached THE MUSEUM OF THE WORLD'S LARGEST COLLECTION OF ART ARE YOU WORKING FOR MONEY? OR IS YUR MONEY WORKING FOR YOU? taking your money and investing it in a safe way, where it will be working day and night whether you are working or not, and making you at least six per cent. interest—Your Money is Working For You. The Pythian Mutual Investment Association was organized in order to give us an opportunity to put the money we could save together and then put it to work. The above is a picture of our building on the Capitol Square in Charleston. We have just purchased a splendid three story brick building on one of the main business streets in the city of Huntington. The first floor is occupied by the Huntington Herald, the largest daily newspaper published in that section of the state, the second floor is used for office rooms, while the third floor is a large assembly and lodge hall. This building is sure to pay us well. After the Charleston building had been occupied only eight months our stockholders were paid a dividend of six per cent. Stock is still on sale at $10.00 per share, either paid up or on the installment plan. Ask your agent in your locality about it or write t of this office. LET YOUR MONEY WORK FOR YOU Pythian Mutual Investment Associaion S W.STARKS, President on 'missions' at the Baptist church, Tuesday evening. Mrs. Eliza Settlers is confined to her home with the grip. Miss Grayce Wilson entertained the church aid at her home, on North Side, Thursday. Little Louise, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ballard Patterson, died of pneumonia, on the 26th ntl., after a short illness. Louise was a very promising child and was quite a favorite of her friends. She was a little past two years old. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of the community. Rev. D. C. Dean preached two very stirring sermons at the Baptist church, Sunday. Ernest Banks has returned from Pocahontas, where he taught a term of school very successfully. A. D. Seams, of Lewisburg, was the guest of E. H. Bolling last Monday. Mr. and Mrs. James A. Brown returned from Virginia, Saturday, where they attended the interment of Mr. Brown's father. Miss Susie Keen is quite ill with the grip. L. W. Banks is able to be out again, after an illness of several weeks. Joseph Freeman is reported quite sick. Mrs. Emma Smithers has returned to Hinton. Miss Lenora Royal passed through here, en route to Clintonville. WILLIAMSON. Henry Micher is now rapidly improving. His wound is healing nicely. Ed Belle, his assailant, is yet in hiding. William Silmian has returned from his trip to Leaventon, Va., where he went not long since with his mother, Mrs. Duff. He reports a very nice time on his trip. Dr. and Mrs. B. A. Critchlow, of Charleston, are in our city indefinitely. Chas. Wyatt made a flying trip to Columbus, Ohio, on last Monday, returning on Wednesday last. Rev. Hays, an aged and afflicted minister, of Plkeville, Ky., was in our city, Thursday to Sunday, and preached two excellent sermons. nesday, 26th ult., and delivered a matchless sermon from John, 7th chapter, 35th verse. Subject, "Water and the fountain." The St. Luke's conducted an entertainment on Tuesday evening, 25th ult., and realized $9.50 net proceeds. Mrs. Adaline Alexander, Mrs. Mark Dixon's mother, left for her home in Charlotte, N. C., on Wednesday last. Mrs. Effie Smith, formerly Miss Effie Waller, of Rikeville, Ky., and lately teacher at Louisa, Ky., is now visiting her sister, Mrs. Geo. W. Foy. Mrs. Smith has closed a very successful term of school at Louisa, Ky. COVINGTON, VA. Mrs. Charles Freeman, Dr. W. W. Johnson and Rev. W. D. Wood, of Roanoke, visited Hinton, Ronceverte and Montgomery, in the interest of Pocahontas. During their stay they set apart three lodges of Pocahontas. King's Daughters met, Monday, with Mrs. Minnie Brown, who showed her superiority as a hostess by the delightful luncheon she served. Will meet next Monday with Mrs. Emma J. McDowell, on Maple street. James F. Jackson has been quite sick this week. T. T. Anthony is home again from Clifton Forge. C. B. Brown is home visiting his family for about three weeks. Miss Daisy Hutchinson is improving rapidly and hopes to be out soon. ing rapidly and hopes to be out soon. The sewing circle, under the leadership of Mrs. C. B. Brown, met last Friday with Mrs. Bettle Newsome, on Lexington street. Mrs. Joseph Payne returned, Friday, from Charlottesville, where she was called to the bedside of her mother, who is very ill with heart trouble. Mrs. James Grimes has been quite ill with la gripe, having been confined to her room for two weeks. Miss I. K. Pollard has been indisposed for a few days. Miss Gladys Sayre has been ill with la gripe, but is well again. Tears of sympathy may temporarily dim, but they permanently brighten the eyes of affection. Charleston, W. Va. Do You Want a A SHIRT? All our Eclipse Brand $1.00 Shirts for 75c $1.50 Shirts for $1.13 LATEST STYLES PRETTIEST PATTERNS Save Money Right Here HENRY SMITH ONE PRICE CLOTHIER Capitol & Kanawha treets $2.00 HATS A NEW SPECIALTY We have secured the best hat made and sold for this price. Hats of no better quality are being sold in Charleston every day for $2.50 and $3.59. Special Styles for Young Men. See Our Window Display. Prices Will Please You. HENRY SMITH One Price Clothier Cor. Capitol & Kanawha St. FÖR FORAKER Steubenville, Ohio, March 2.—An attempt was made in a local Negro church here last night to adopt a resolution favorable to Taft for president, but, as finally passed, they reaffirmed support for Senator Foraker and ignored Taft. The resolution asks the Negro voters to pledge themselves to support the republican ticket, but low signed it. i ieevane seen eae ace mercer Le Ryman NPM RCT “c p ER Bier A ek BRT Gia ROLE LONE een a PRR CCR Ne feta cs OME SARE ERR G RR a Tsay eB A aa? lk Moeak coat Or ae ae RUG Se Eee ey ia x a ene Pa ee uc HERG, ive Aer ere re aa Da PPO SRC I a \ nMOS Skee gee Ce Weather Behe ATOM TSN OAM ORME. et Se dress ube Se PN SRS | spindle aie tian ae ae a RCI PS ES NS Bac: ee eee) | aN ce Lae ee PAU. pare ae teri rb ThE nes ; be a nt iad __ SPECIAL REDUCTION SALE aries ue bt fe. FOR THE BALANCE OF THIS WEEK "alidlsdlsd “loin ull departebidte of "Me ‘tore will be on sale at greatly reducéd prices, : fat balan of dia week. It will pay you, to 0 gee'theae bargains. ose ie paitye fi 4 Spenial peices on Black ‘and Colored Silke, " Ss Lprices. on Dress Goods. 4 : SSppeial prices On White Ggods and Percales. ‘<" Special prices on.Long Gloves. Bs -gei's Special prices.on Lace and Lawn Waists. pie aN Special Prices on Tailor Made Suits. Special prices. on Carpets and Rugs. . Special prices on Lace Curtains & Linoleyms: i - Clarke, N. T. Spool Cotton ‘= ° - Be! ‘Sale for Balance of This Week, : ad Ending Saturday Night. ¢ Jb. N ‘ Vi: Je. Seep +4 i. a _-=112 and 114 Capitol Street. * | It will do-it if placee in our SAVINGS DEPARTMENT “Where it will earn 3 per cent compound semi-annual interest, and can be drawn when needed. Moreover it is safe from fire or thief. Small accounts receive careful and cour- teous attention at this bank. You can open an account by mail. Drop us a postal and we will tell you how. Kanawha Banking & Trust Co., ‘ CHarleston, 'W. Va. . ' . REMARKABLE. ENDURANCE. Showa by Negro Walker in Six-Day “ Walk, 1 Kansas City Feb. 29.—with w. A. Yoagland, of Auburn, N. Y., world’s champlon: pedestrian, leading by a safe ‘margin of five miles, and ‘Tom Slater, Gf:Syraouse, N. Y.,and H. O. -Messier, of Milwaukee, fighting hard for second place, the contestants in the six-day walking match in Con- vention hall at noon today entered upon the last 12 hours of their jour- ney, ° = Of the, 16 men who started last Monday only seven remain. Of these, probably the’ most popular with the crowds is J. E. Blake, a southern Ne- gro, who has displayed most remark- able power of endurance and deter- mination, both in his desire to enter the race and by his work in the past five days in the contest. When Blake ‘heard of the race to be held here. he was in Florida, but determined to compete. He walked from ‘Tallahassee to Kansas City. ‘The last day of his walk the Negro«was without food or funda; He had no trainer, as the otner walkers, and none noticed him. During the first 12 howys of the race-he walked: with: out foofand when the first day was over Blake slept in the hall, He ut- tered no complaint. The promoters soon discovered his ‘story, however, and. relieved him of his. hunger. Blake started today sixth In the race and probably will share in the mon- ey. At 7:80 o'clock tonight, or at the and of the 56th hour, W. A. Hoag- land, ot ‘Auburn, N. ¥., had such a safe lead on his nearest competitor that nothing but an accident could prevent his winning the six-day walk- ing match, which ended at 11 o'clock tonight: The score at 7:30 o'clock was as follows: Hoagland, 262 miles; Sla- ter, 257 miles; Messier, 255 miles; \Player, 251 miles; Hartley, 240 baod be EARS? Pio: EXPE RIENes 3 RITE orate | gga BRS vs. Trape Marks q Corvniains Ac.’ Aagone dentin «iro aun enenpnn ey ri eroeaiy tia eect poet gete ROR ea Scientific Ainerican, 301Broadnay, ¥ in HIN i otras, New Yor miles; Blake, 250. miles; Lloyd, 157 miles. =: f . AN OPEN PIGHTER: The simple fact is that there is a great controversy pending, and that the president of the United States is 80 placed that*he has “almost count- less avenues of. information, both of- ficial and private, as to what Is soing on in the camp of the enemy. For a great many ydars’ past the polities of almost every state’in the Union has been morewr less completely control. Jed- by railroads and-other large -oor- porations, or else ‘by political bosses using money contributed from cor- porate sources. In the great fight for the public regulation of railroads and industrial corporations the BOv- ernment has been very active through the department of justice, the new department of commerce, and the in- terstate commerce commission. it would be too mu¢h to expect that the &reat corporations, commanding con- trol of thousands of millions of dol- lars of capital, and wbly served ev- erywhere in the country by legal, po- Utical, and business agents, should Hot have been ‘very actively at work to withstand the attempts of con- ‘Bross,-'the “adthiniacratvon™}and "thé courts to. bring’ them ana regula- tion and restraint. Buz, ag every-one knows, the political methods of the railroads and corporations have al- ways been mysterious and secretive rather than open. Mr. Roosevelt’s method, on the ottier hand, is always that-of the open attack and the frank appeal. to public opinion. His mes- sage was evidently intended to arouse the interest and curiosity of the country, ait to subject to suspicious scrutiny, in all localities, the politi- cal methods employed by corporate interests. The newsapeprs in this country that are directly or indirect- ly controlled by the great corpora- tions are of considerable number, and their attitude toward th eadminis- tration is one of the things the presi- dent evidently wishes the public te understand.—From “The Progress of the World,” in the American Review of Reviews for March. DEATH CLATMS PAID BY KNIGHTS OF PYTHTAS The grand lodge of the state o West Virginia has paid the follow ing death elaims: Mrs. J. E. Clark, claim of J. B Clark, of Lone Star Lodge, No. 79 Page, $50. Gabriel Jatksop, claim of Willian Jackson, of Morning Star Lodge, No 2, Wheeling, $300. Mrs. I. Johnson, claim of Luthe Johnson, of Elk Valley Lodge, No 54, Sutton, $100. Mrs. Amanda Logan, claim of Sam uel Cole, of Maybeury Star Lodge No, 32, Maybeury. $200. ’ fo SORA BOUREV ELE.) Mire, Mailings -Qpode- Teturned Martha, Mofiday, from a two weeks Stay with hereoustn, Mrs.Atint Hill ~ Harry Piares, off St; Albans, wai visiting frietdé here, Monday. Richard Kilgore “was a busines visitor in: Huntington; Tuesday.’ Frank’ Reed has been tndispose: for geveral Aaya: °\.: 9s H Me Mary/H. Hileks’ was shopping in -Huntington;; Friday. . Mia, Geo. Martin spent Friday i Huntington. : Jol Spencer was ‘a pleasant vis itor hére, Saturday, Wendel) Hamler-hag-béen M1 witl ‘ld: @ttppe for. seyéral days, but is bet iter at this writing, 4: ) Mrs. Ads iCilgore.and daughter ro ‘turned home, Saturday, f¥om a shor ‘visit. to-Holden, a » Rey. R: Simmong filed the pulpl here, Sunday night. ' “Misses Ruoge Graham and Bessic Hicks attended the sacred cantata al the Second Baptist charen in Hunt ington, Friday “night. , Héhry Hicks has been ‘suffering ¢ ‘great deal with the asthima for some time. He is improving. slowly. Mfbs Bassle Hicks {s il ‘with 1: erlppe. 4 hice: ‘Mr, and Mrs. J. W. Dandridge hav returnad home, after a pleasant tri [to Ansted. 4 @2Mre.. Allee’ Boling’ and daughter Helen .were visitors to Mt. Carbon Friday and Saturday. | od. W. Dandrdtge, H. H. Washing ton and. Will Jackon were in Mont gomery, Saturday. 4 Misé Maggie Walker, who has beor on the sick list, fs able to be ou again. Anderson, who has been ‘absent from town for some time, , returned Saturday, “In Mifler and Scott Smith were t town: last week. * Mrs, H. H. Washington, Miss Geor. gia ©. Banks und Mr. Board spent Sunday at Matoaka, the guests o! Miss Lemma Dickerson. Mrs, Mattie Jones. has _ returnet from Sewell. ‘ Mrs. Willis Vanhook is visiting het parents at Sewell, R. Bs.Jones was a business visitor ‘tq: Lively, Sunday. ‘Collin, the little, son of Mr. an Mrs. R. B. Jones, who has been quit iil, Is reported better. : Theodore’ Washington. is suffering from tonsilitis. MT. HOPE. fog D. C. Norman bas opened another ‘barber shop at Harvey. The game is being fonducted by John Bishop. Mrs. H: B. Hundley, who was\ope rated on for appendicitis, at, Paint Creek: hospital, last week, 4s Improv. ing slowly... A free train, was rin to Oak Mitt Saturday, to the republican meeting TPS: Vitrteen tats. were packed: "The meeting was held i the high schoo! chapel, and standing room sas ato premium. Delegates were elected: tc ‘the varieus conventions, After lis tening to rousing speeches from Sam Dixon, chairman, Prosecuting Attor- ney Pierson, C. W. Dillon and -Attor- ney S,M.. Wood. Music was furnish: ed by Mt. Hope band. ‘ }. Jessie Gray, of Sun, was a Snnday visitor “héye. George 'R. Ware spent Sunday: at Stone Clif. ‘The funeral of Mrs, Martha Barn. hart, who died several weeks ago was preached at M.-H. church, Sun- day morning, by Rev. J. By Dotson, ‘The entertainment given by , the Willing Workers at the M. B. chureh, Monday night, was quite a success financially. | W. L. Jones, of Prudence, attend: ed services here, Sunday. Jno. Clark, formerly of Hinton, has returned here. INSTITUTE. Misses: Moss Clay, Bessie Mason Aemila Wileher, and Mrs. W. H Lowry were il with grip during the week. Rev. W. A. Spriggs preached to the Sunday Evening club in, Hazlewood Assembly hall. Mrs. Robert Mason, of Wheeling was the guest of Mrs. . M, Jones Monday. Rev. Daniel Stratton, D. D., will deliver a sermon to the students o the West Virginia Colored Institute Sunday evening, in Hazlewood hall. Miss Sarah Brown spent Saturda; and Sunday at Institute, the guest of Mrs. B. M, Jones. Arthur Noel made a business trij to Charleston, Monday. ' William Smith left for his home in Charleston, Monday. ‘The steam fitters have _resumec their work on Dawson hall, of the West Virginia Colored Institute. Hon. J, M. Hazlewood. treasure: of the board of regents of the Wes Virginia Colored Institute, was in ow town, Thursday, looking after the in terest of the school in general. Mr. Jefferson Jordan and Mrs, Al ice Montgomery .were quietly mar. ried, Wednesday morning. CANTON, OHIO. Lincoln lodge, No. 16, F. and A. A Y. M., met Monday evening, Febru ary 24, and raised the following t the degree of Master Masons: Chas Pardo, Chas. Blocksom, Jamos Block: som, Samuel Alston. Clarence: Rarly has gone to Ely. tla to visit his slster, Mrs. J. W Parker. - Mr. and Mre. A. Barly have return ed from their vistt in Massillon. Miss Mary J. Brown, who has beer a Sie BREAD. | | av BREAD. » ‘ad atid won't rater te mpd Bsa acon sat coon 1]. “ater Mine there aiwoys & ‘Bema de ions 8 oF tee HES on Dewey's Best Flour ra with sooh somtpldtats) If y i ppake at all, ve is ues it ee Be AE, Pees of bt ag ts, ee cost Oe maT ai i Mr i | : ‘Try a eih-ehd ine ity sagged oe ct a iiesectiie | a eat Sega ta dat ie det | bale de el rite eae | Ue fos bie te er TL TH Y BROS. Of., Mitior: “Bisachostor, Mies ‘For kiletby West Charleston Feed Cothpary,! making | napome with Mr. and Mrs. W. Ro Smattwood, has lets fof Mans- field, OhlO,, : Walter, Pack left the city, Monday. Ranges, the 14-year-old daughter of Mr. and; Mrs. Spencer, formerly of Cleyelana,,Obio, is dangerously in. Frank Cotless, of Mineral City, is visiting Imthe city. Gladys, the danghter of Mr. and Mrs, W. HiAdkins, is quite ill. Eugene Crawford, who hag been Il for sometime, is reported p Httle better.» Rev, H/F. Fox preached ably Suu- day. “ ‘SEWELL. - One of the greatest fires that was ever known’ here, occurred, ‘Monday morning, at’ 5 o'clock. ‘Ton bulld- ings were destroyed, Jones & Glay- tor, colored, lost (wo buildings, in- cluding’ saloon; 1. P. Scott, colored, two buildings, including saloon; J. 3. Noel, eplotad, all household goods; Mrs. Po Js @ibson, colored, all house- hold goods! (White) hotel, Masons’ hall, B..B.Barr, house and store room, two, dwelling houses; Mrs. 1 C. Page lost feveral rings In the fire Mrs. Bi C,-Page spent sevaral days here, the ‘@uest of her husband. + Rey. Re7D.’W. Meadows was with us, Tuaadaymight, and preached ar able sonthgy Mrs. Mittie Jones, of Page, was the guebt, of: Mrs. Fannte Cary. Mrs, Nellis Vanhook arrived home from Page,last week, ( Misses, Maude and Willie Gnrring: ton, of Sith’ Caperton, were guest: of te Freeland, Monday. R. 0, ‘Cat’ brrived home, Wednes. aay. cis age : Quite’ gFthimber attended — the School clogift: exercises at Fire Creek Monaay. "\" “ “RED STAR. ‘Rutiis Lewl\"b? @ieh Jean, was br ofir® town’ Monday, °° Pee Coleman , Jolies, of ‘Virginia, amd Freterick Jonds,\of Btoné Ciift, were visitors’ of ..esdames Davis and Banks, Sunday, it ‘Mrs. Davis was'd “business -visitor to Mt. Hope, Friday ‘afternoon. Dr. S:A. Washitigton spent - the first of ‘last week ii Montgomery on business. ie John Eaton, of Glen Jean, was in town, Monday. Miss Y. A. Brown, who has been conducting a millinery establishment in connection with a restaurant, left, Wednesday, to cérry on ‘business at Mt. Hope. Mrs, Gaines and little -daughter were calling in Thomas, Sunday. Mrs, J. D. Price and gon Dufty were Sunday visitors t6 McDonald, Miss Y. A. Brown entertained Miss Burk and Mr. Malone at tea, Sunday evening... 3 Jack Richardson and brother Cor- ‘ny were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Ben- ton, Sunday. ; Rev. H. ©, Gregory was a week- end visitor to our town last week, . CARBON. Born, to Mr. and Mrs. T. 'T. Page, on the 24th, a girl. John Taylor fias been confined to his room for thé past week with grip, but is better at this writing. Rev. C. Hl. Carter spent Saturday and Sunday with his family and re- turned Monday morning to Charles- ton, where he Is, employed. Sunday was ot regiilar preaching day. Rev. Holafid® delivered two excellent sermons. at 41 o'clock and 7:30. - Our Sunday school fein a prosper. ous condition with T. G. Agnew su- perintendent. Mrs. Iaicy Wray, of Bell Clair, was visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Booker, Sunday. Rev. P,P. Holland, T. G. Agnew, Mitchell Jackson and H. L. Roten were at Derota, Saturday evening, Jon business - Roten Alston ahd wife, of Wevaco, were calling on friends here, Sun- day evening George Alston and wife attended Sunday school here, Sunday eve. 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If the National Sporting Club bids for the fight we are willing to let the $25,000 now in the hands of of William Hicks, sporting editor of ‘the evening Journal, go as a side bet We put this money up for Burns to cover, if he were in good faith, when “he expressed his willingness to meet Johnson.” \ NEGROES BOLTED. The Republican Convention and In- dorsed Senator Foraker. Memphis, ‘Tenn., March %.—Ne- groes bolting from the negular repub- lean congressional convention here ‘today indorsed Senator Foraker, of ‘Ohio, for president, and adopted res. olutions commending that statesman for efforts in behalf of the black race. ‘This convention followed the con- clusion of the regulaft gathering, which was In tempestuous session, and indorsed Taft for the presiden- cy. The difference was as to the rel- ative merits of J, T. Spence, a gov- ernment employe, ‘and T. H. Hayes, a Negro undertaker, as delegates to the national convention. 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We want your patronage, for we have complete stock in our lines and you can get it when you want it most. Copyright, 1908, by L. ADLER, BROS. & CO. shall be entitled to all pay that would have become due to them from the time of their discharge until the time of their decease. "Section 2. That nothing in this act contained shall be construed to prohibit the prosecution and punishment of any soldier re-enlisting under the provisions thereof as to whom it may at any time hereafter appear that he did participate in said shooting affray or have knowledge thereof which he has withheld. "Section 3. That all re-enlistments under the provisions hereof of soldiers who at the time of their discharge without honor were serving terms of enlistment which have not yet expired shall be held to be for only the remaining portion of said unexpired term." It is to be anticipated that it will not be favorably reported. When the committee subits its several disagreeing reports on the Brownsville affray a great deal of speechmaking will be uncorked in the senate. Although a majority of the republicans on the committee have decided that there was not sufficient testimony to show that the Negro soldiers shot up Brownsville, it is uncertain whether a majority of the republicans of the senate will take the same view. But if they do, then the attitude of a majority of the committee report will have to be adopted with the aid of the democtrats. Katie P. Hood has her successors by reason of her tireless efforts in blazing the way. Owing to the continued ill-health of her husband, the true and tried veteran, Bishop Hood, it is understood that she will not be a candidate for re-election as president of the W. H. and F. M. Society. She retires with the best wishes of the entire church, and has the sincere thanks of every lover of suffering humanity, to whom she has been more than a sister. It is the feeling that in selecting a new chief executive, the church must put forward its very ablest, most energetic and resourceful woman, of the new plans for enlarging the sphere of the organization are to be made a success. All things considered, the woman of Zlon best equipped for this important trust is Mrs. Mary E. Washington, of New Albany, Ind., who has been vice-president for a number of years, and practically, the head of the society, ADVOCATE—Galley Ten. owing to the enforced absence of Mrs. Hood, Mrs. Washington presided at the first general meeting of the body after the close of the general conference, which assembled at Washington, D. C., in 1900, and held the first quadrennium for Mrs. Hood at Louisville, Ky., last August. Her ready grasp of the fine point of parliamentary law, wonderful fact in dealing with conflicting issues and uniting rival factions, coupled with a happy faculty of saying the right thing at the right time, was observed GUILTY Continued from page one. any of said companies who did participate in the same, and that he has not at any time heretofore and does not now withhold any knowledge with respect to the occurrence that might lead to the identification of any participant in said shooting affray or accessory thereto, either before or after the fact, and that he has answered fully to the best of his knowledge and ability all questions that have been lawfully put to him by his officers or others in connection therewith, shall be, and hereby is, made eligible to re-enlist in the military or naval forces of the United States on his application therefor at any time within three months from and after the passage of this act, any statute or provision of law or order or regulation to the contrary notwithstanding, and that upon such re-enlistment he shall be allowed full pay, according to the rank he held and the pay he was receiving at the date of discharge until his re-enlistment: Provided, that all the rights and privileges to which the soldiers re-enlist under the provisions of this act were entitled, respectively, at the time of their discharge shall be, and hereby are, fully restored to them, and the record showing their discharge without honor shall be, and hereby is, annulled, set aside, and held for naught and time elapsing since their discharge without honor until the date of such re-enlistment shall be computed in determining all rights to which they may be respectively entitled on account of continuous service as though they had been in the service without interruption, and they shall not suffer any forfeiture of any right or privilege by reason of such discharge: "Provided further, that in any case where the regular term of enlistment which the soldier was serving at the time when discharged without honor has in the meanwhile expired, his record shall be, and hereby is corrected so as to show an honorable discharge at th time of the expiration of such enlistment, and he shall be allowed full pay and all rights and privileges until that time; and in the event of the re-enlistment of such soldier under the provisions of this act his term of re-enlistment shall be deemed to have commenced as of the time when his previous enlistment expired and his service under such re-enlistment shall be without prejudice of any kind by reason of his former discharge without honor: And provided further, that in case any of the non-commissioned officers or enlisted men belonging to said companies and discharged without honor shall have died since they were so discharged and before the passage of this act, but who shall have testified under oath or made affidavit before their death that they did not participate in said shooting affray or have any knowledge with reference thereto their respective records shall be, and hereby are, corrected in accordance with the provisions of this act and their legal representatives Spring Styles REGAL SHOES Are Now Ready for Your Inspection Outfittert From Head to Foot Virginia Colored I the only Industrial Institute for Colored Students in the State for Normal, Academic Courses, also Regular C are, Carpentery and He in Fitting, Smithing, Cal ing and Glazing, Dre g, Printing. A com by Training to Cadets el and Lights Free t and in addition Uni dents. We have a two Teachers Board o r Month, alogue and other information HENRY JONES, A. M. P West Virginia Colored Institute INSTITUTE, WEST VA. The only Industrial Institute for colored Students in the State. Regular Normal, Academic and Commercial Courses, also Regular Courses in Agriculture, Carpentery and House Building, Steam Fitting, Smithing, Cabinet Making, Painting and Glazing, Dressmaking, Laundrying, Printing. A complete course in Military Training to Cadets. Rooms, Books, Fuel and Lights Free to Normal Students; and in addition Uniforms for State Students. We have a faculty of Twenty-two Teachers Board only Eight Dollars per Month. For catalogue and other information address Institute, West Virginia by all, and so well did she acquit herself in speech and action that it was remarked by many that she should be the first president at the first available opportunity. At Louisville, Mrs. Washington augmented the dwindling treasury by securing several life memberships, saving the organization from serious emharmagement, paying over a considerable sum at that sitting. Although halling from a western conference, Mrs. Washington has so impressed her talents upon the church at large that she is thoroughly a national figure and is particularly strong in the south and west. Some of her most ardent supporters are southerners, and she was first proposed for the presidency by a prominent southern church worker. Not only has Mrs. Washington rendered yeoman service in Zion, but she is the national secretary of the Good Samaritans, and the first woman to be elected to such a position in that great order. As an organizer, she is experienced and successful, as the prosperous condition of several lodges and beneficial societies established by her will show. At every turn, within the past few years, Mrs. Hood has leased on Mrs. Washington. The latter has Copyright, 1908, by L. ADLER, BROS. & CO OMP'Y red Institute WEST VA. institute for the State. Educic and Com- gular Courses in and House Build ing,Cabinet Mak- g, Dressmaking, complete course Cadets. Rooms, Free to Normal on Uniforms for ave a faculty of Board only Elght formation address M. President. --- sung the praises of her chieftain, and has been so loyal to her interests that between them there has been nothing but the purest friendship and sisterly love. The promotion of Mrs. Washington to the headship of the woman's missionary department of Zion would not only give satisfaction to the friends of Mrs. Hood, but would redound to the everlasting advantage of the entire church, and give the work of Zion expansion an impetus that would be felt helpfully everywhere the sons aan daughters of Varick have planted their flag. LYNCHED NEGRO. Texas People Mete Summary Justice to Colored Man Charged With Attempted Assault Houston, Texas, Feb. 28.—The body of Charles Scott, a Negro, aged 18 years, was found hanging to a tree at Conroe today. The Negro's feet had a placard attached to them bearing the words: "Warning to Negroes prowling in white folk's houses." "Scott had been arrested and placed under bond on a charge of attempting an assault upon a Miss Alley. MISSISSIPPI COURT GIVES JUST RIGHTS TO NEGROES Decides All White Jury Not Competent to Condemn Colored Man to Death. Jackson, Miss., Feb. 27. Chief Justice Whitfield handed down a decision in the case of Arthur Payne, a Negro, today, that is of far-reaching importance, especially in those states where the Negro has been eliminated as a political factor and never placed on juries. Ferrer killed a white man in Tate county, and was convicted and sentenced to be hanged. The defense moved to quash the indictment and also the venire on the ground that the jury was composed entirely of white men and the Negroes were purposely excluded. The court sustained the motion to quash, the special venire, but overruled the one to quash the indictment, which the supreme court says was a "fatal error." This is the first time this question of mixed juries has been decided here. Singular that men of wisdom and women of common sense both get silly as soon as they get together.