The Advocate

RESULTS IN KANAWHA DISTRICT CONVENTION THE ADVOCATE ADVERTISEMENTS PLACED IN OUR COLUMNS BRING RESULTS TRY IT. VOLUME V11. NO.25 Kanawha county is for William H, Taft for President of the United States to succeed Theodore Roosevelt. The sentiment existing for the big secretary of war among the voters of Kanawha county was registered Saturday when the the delegates selected to the Parkersburg delegate convention at Hinton were either instructed for Taft or the magisterial district conventions endorsed his candidacy. Only in one district was there a contest between the Taft men and those opposed to instructing the delegates to favor his candidacy. This contest occurred in Cnarleston, and as a result two conventions were held at the same time, in the same room and presided over by two chairmen. What the result of the two conventions will be at this time cannot be forecasted, but it is evident that no ill-feeling accompanies the contest, each side claiming that it wanted a test of strength, those opposing Taft instructions, stating that they were not opposing Taft, but merely instructions for the secretary of war. The leaders in the contest at the courthouse Saturday are as one instating that the enthusiasm displayed at the district mass convention portends toward big success as it shows the interest being taken in the matter and there is not much doubt that a solution will be found. In Cabin Creek district, the second largest district in the county, there was an overwhelming sentiment for Secretary Taft and strong resolutions were passed favorable to his candidacy. The fourteen delegates selected to go to the Parkersburg delegate and judicial convention on April 29 were instructed to cast their votes for Geo. W. McClintie, of Charleston, for judge on the supreme court of appeals, Hon. C. W. Dillon, of Fayetteville, for delegate at large, and the twelve delegates to the Hinton delegate convention on April 2 were instructed to cast their votes for William Seymour Edwards for district delegate to the Chicago convention. The Cabin Creek mass convention was held at East Bank. The district committeeman, Dr. M. P. Malcolm called the convention to order and stated the object of the meeting. Hon. W. S. Edwards was chosen temporary chairman, S. C. Harless and Wm. Chapman, secretaries. The temporary organization was made permanent and Mr. Edwards made an address. A committee consisting of W. T. Gross, W. I. Campbell, Thos. Y. Keeney, J. W. Moore and B. H. Hill was appointed to name the delegates to the several conventions. The delegates selected to the convention at Parkersburg are: Alex Laing, Sharon; L. S. Branham, Pond Gap; A. M. Wooldridge, East Bank; E. E. Bragg, Mucklow; B. H. Hill, Chelyan; H. H. Dunbar, Ward; W. L. Campbell, Cedar Grove; Dick Larbeck Mammoth; O. S. Malcolm, Cedar Grove; A. P. Light, Tomsburg; John Gilmire, Carbon; L. V. Thomas, Cannelton, L. L. Dunbar, Mucklow, and John Campbell, Quincy. The Joeleges selected to the Hinton nominating and delegate convention are: Joe Robson, Handley; J. W. Moore, Hugheston; S. C. Harless, East Bank; Thos. Crawford, Miami; Dr. M. P. Malcolm, Lowiston; Thos. Y. Keeney, Diamond; Wm. S. Edwards, Coalburg; W. J. Gross, Shrewsbury; Joe Milburn, Mucklow; Mark Foster, Acme; Chap Carter, Carbon, and W. H. Toler of East Bank. The delegates selected to the senatorial convention to be held at Charleston on the 7th day of July; are James Coleman, Chelyan; G. L. Taylor, Leewood; L. H. Curry, Coalburg; W'I Sneed, Monarch; B. F. (Watson, Monarch; A. J. Barker, Whifrede; A. Schlagel, East Bank; Dr. J. W. Griffith, Shrewsbury; Emery Keeney, Diamond; Tom Martin, Cedar Grove; A. L. Schaffer, Loudon; E. A. Carr, Kayford; R. H. Anderson, Decota; Jerry Taylor Ward; S. Chapman, East Bank; J. J. Cuxm, Mucklow; E. H. Carter, Hughston; W. R. Ballard, Dry Branch; Harry Conoway, Crown Hill; J. H. Brooks, Handley and James Peters Mucklow. The following resolutions were passed at the convention: Resolved, that the delegates select at this mass meeting of the republican voters of Cabin Creek district of Kanawha county to the convention at Parkersburg, be and they are hereby instructed to vote for the nomination of Geo. W. McClintic for the office of judge of the supreme court for the long term and to use all honorable means to secure his nomination for that office. Resolved, That the republican voters of Cabin Creek district of Kanawha county, in mass convention assembled, do hereby express their unwerving loyalty to the policies of that great "Tribune of the people." THE ADVOCATE. who now occupies the exalted post of President of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt; and we pledge ourselves to support his policies of the enforcement of the law against high as well as low, rich as well as poor, and a square deal to every man: And it is the sentiment of this convention that our delegates to the state and district conventions, to be held at Parkersburg and Hinton, each, respectively, give their unremitting effort toward the selection of delegates from the state at large and the Third Congressional district, who will pledge themselves to stand by the Roosevelt policies and to support that candidate for nomination for President of the United States who will the most effectively carry on the work which Theodore Roosevelt has so fearlessly and courageously begun. Resolved, That at this season of crisis in the life of the nation, when predatory wealth and conscienceless money-greed are banded together in open and flagrant opposition to the dearest interests and welfare of the plain people, that none are more fit to maintain and carry out the policies of the square deal than that illustrious son of Ohio, Wm. H. Taft, the great judge, the eminent diplomat, the wise statesman, the devoted friend of the struggling masses; And we hereby pledge to him, our devoted support, and instruct our delegates to Parkersburg and Hinton conventions, to vote for those candidates for delegates to the national convention at Chicago who shall pledge themselves unreservedly to stand by the candidacy of Wm. H. Taft, for President of the United States, as long as he shall be a candidate before said convention. Resolved, That the publicly expressed and well known attitude of Hon. William Seymour Edwards, in support of the policies of Theodore Roosevelt, and in favor of the nomination of Wm. H. Taft, meets the enthusiastic support of the republicans of this district, and that we hereby instruct our delegates to the Hinton convention to support his candidacy as delegate to the national convention at Chicago, first, last and all the time. Resolved, That the delegates selected at this convention to go to Hinton as representatives of this district of Kanawha county, shall and are hereby empowered to sit as delegates in the congressional and delegate conventions, each, respectively. Deterson District. The mass convention in Jefferson district was held at St. Albans to select four delegates to each of the two conventions at Hinton and three delegates to Parkersburg to the delegate and judicial convention. Mayor U. S. Jarrett, of St. Albans, committeeman from the district called the convention to order and A. R. Shepherd, of Spring Hill, was chosen temporary secretary. On motion of J. B. C. Drew the temporary organization was made permanent. On motion of Mr. Drew chairman Jarrett was authorized to appoint a committee of three with himself to agree upon a list of delegates to the several conventions, report the same back to the convention and have them ratified. J. C. B. Drew, E. C. Colcord and Arthur Cobbs were appointed a committee to work with the chairman, and the following delegates were selected to the various convention: Parkersburg delegate and judicial convention—E. C. Colcord, A. B. Shepherd and U. S. J. Jarrett Hinton nominating convention—Homer Bower, Ralph Stutlar, R. L. Mickie and H. T. Nancarrow. Hinton delegate convention—J. B. C. Drew, W. H. T. Thomas, Lee Bryant and R. E. L. Gray Senatorial convention—C. A. Specht, Arthur Corbis, W. G. Bean and George Wymer. Alternates—Wm. Davis, Jr., N. C. Stutler, C. L. Wright, L. S. Lee, Wm. Dunsford and Wm. Bartlett. Jefferson district endorsed the administration of Theodore Roosevelt and the candidacy of Wm. Howard Taft for the presidency, Geo. W. McClintie for judge of the supreme court of appeals, and William Seymour Edwards for district delegate to the Chicago convention with the same resolution as was passed at the Cabin Creek district convention and which is printed above. The three delegates to the Parkersburg convention were instructed for Taft and McClintie and the four delegates to the Hinton conventions for Gaines for congressman and Edwards for district delegate. The resolution instructing for Gaines reads: Resolved, That the delegates selected at this mass meeting of the voters of Jefferson district of Kanaawa county to the convention at Hinton, be and they are hereby instructed to vote for the nomination of Joseph Holt Gaines for congressman and to use all honorable means to secure Continued on page three NEGRO FAIR To Exploit Progress Of the Race Mobile Business and Professiona Men Endorse Plans of Negroes to Conduct a Permanent Exposition in the Heart of the South. Special Correspondence Washington, D. C., March 17. The brilliant address of Rev. H. N. Newsome, of Mobile, Ala., before the house committee on industrial arts and expositions, has renewed the interest of the country in the proposed National Negro fair, which is to be held within a few months in the thriving city of Mobile. Hon. Gorge W. Taylor, of the First district of Alabama, has introduced a bill in the house, appropriating $250,000 in aid of this great enterprise, and Dr. Newsome's clear and convincing representation of the reasons why the bill should be reported favorably, made a deep impression upon Congressman Gardner's broad-minded committee. Letters strongly supporting the movement were read. Among the influential white men who urged that congress grant the desired appropriation were bankers, merchants and business factors generally of the city of Mobile, to the number of 100, who filed a formal petition, headed by Mr. J. W. Whiting, president of the People's National bank. Others who filed endorsements were Mgr. E. P. Allen, bishop of the Roman Catholic church, of Mobile; Rabbi Alfred G. Moses, of the Jewish temple; while additional petitions were forwarded by the white ministers and physicians of the city, and another by the colored ministers, acting as definite bodies. In the demand for the assistance of the national government and the testimony as to the reliability of the promoters of the enterprise, as well as its value to both races in the southland and the nation at large, every line of commerce and business, every profession, and every vital interest in the community was represented. Speaking for the race and his constituency in Mobile, Dr. Newsome made the irrefutable point that it is in the south where the Negro must make his most positive demonstration of his skill and industry and must show to the world the tangible evidences of his progress in the arts of civilization; therefore, such a fair on the lines proposed, should be held in the heart of the section where nineteenth of the race resides, and where his opportunities in the industrial field are the most favorable. For such a purpose, Mobile is ideally situated. The city is easily reached by land and water, with more than fifty passenger trains daily, and steamships from all parts of the world, with two miles of deep water front. He says that no more friendly relations exist between the white and colored people anywhere in America than in Mobile and that a cordial welcome will be extended to all colored visitors who will wish to attend the exposition. Within a radius of 300 miles of the city there are 2,000,000 colored people, and within a radius of less than 700 miles the fair will draw upon a Negro population of more than 5,000,-000, thus insuring an attendance that will guarantee its financial success. Dr. Newsome was accompanied by Dr. D. F. C. Goodwin and Prof. J. C. Banks, directors of the National Negro fair association, and in conversation with your correspondent, expressed the greatest confidence in the ultimate passage of the bill, basing his optimistic conclusions upon the sympathetic attitude of more than two-thirds of the committee on industrial arts and expositions, who are frank in expressing their belief that the enterprise would be a magnificent thing for both races in the south, and a distinct triumph for the Negro people of the entire country. Dr. Booker T. Washington, whose interest in the project of Dr. Newsome is an important asset, has said that an exposition of what the race has actually accomplished in agricultural, mechanical, educational, and religious development, is worth more in establishing our claim to citizenship than a thousand finely-phrased speeches. The National Negro fair association was organized two years ago to give vitality to this principle. The association, with Dr. H. N. Newsome at its head, is incorporated under the laws of Alabama, capitalized at $250,000, with 20 per cent. of the capital stock collected. Thirty acres of land have been bought and fenced in, and ample steam and street railway facilities for reaching the grounds have been provided. Many leading Negroes in all parts of the country have purchased stock. A glance at the long list of vice-president and directors, including men of national prominence in every avenue of useful endeavor, give evidence of the stability of the enterprise and betokens the confidence felt by the Continued on page five. Beaten to Death Are the Slaves Mothers' Congress Hears of the Cruelties Inflicted Upon the Natives in Portuguese Africa by Slave Drivers. Washington, March 11.—A vivid description of atrocities allegedly perpetrated upon slave laborers on cocoa plantations on the islands of Principe and St. Tome, Portuguese, West Africa, was given in an address on "Children's Lives in Africa," by General Joubert Piencar, of South Africa, at tonight's session of the international congress on the welfare of the children under the auspices of the National Mothers' congress. The speaker said that he had formed an association with the intent of petitioning the Portuguese government and on behalf of the slaves to establish missionary settlements to civilize and Christianize them, and to act as a guard over the slave trader and to report the atrocities to the association. "This seems to me," he said, "the only effective way of putting a stop to this iniquity." He asked the support of the Mothers' congress in his mission of humanity. After stating that "the cruelties meted out to these degraded human beings on the mainland were beyond description." General Pienaer continued: "Children are torn away from the breasts of their mothers and sold as slaves. Slaves in the employ of their taskmasters are beaten to death, men, women and children are mutilated. Often after a native has been done to death he is quartered, and the different portions of his body are hung on trees to terrorize the other natives." FORTUNE To Be Offered for a Boxing Match Tex Rickards, the Western Promote Will Make it Worth While for Jeffries and Johnson to Meet on Labor Day. New York, March 14.—That game, hustling fight promoter of Nevada, Tex Richard, is on the Job again. His latest is an offer of $35,000 for a bout between Jim Jeffries and Jack Johnson, to take place at Rawhide, Nev., on Labor day afternoon. Anybody who thinks this is a bluff on the part of Tex, doesn't know him. It is true he has been a bit quiet for a few months, but it is not because all the noise has been taken out of him, as some might suppose. There is another reason—a sacred one. It is because his only child died last fall and, out of respect to her memory, he has sidestepped all publicity and permitted the fight game to pursue the even tenor, etc. Tex was all wrapped up in the youngster, and game as he is—a man who, doesn't quake when he sees a gun flashed or a knife pulled—when she died it unnerved him to such an exent that he was also prostrated. One day in the Imperial hotel, while the child was ill nigh unto death and the best talent in this city of learned medicine men whispered: "There isn't a chance, Mr. Richard," he was standing at the end of the bar trying to sip a pony of cognac, but he couldn't swallow it. It seemed to stick in his throat. Turning to us he said in a husky voice: "I have about 1,000,000 shares of copper stock in Nevada, and, bad as times are—it is worth about $1 a share—I'd just give it all to see her get well," and he made a gesture which showed he meant the little one lying ill upstairs. That night she passed away. Rickard always has believed Johnson to be the best of the heavies, with the possible exception of Jeffries, and he even concedes him a good chance against the big daddy himself. Next to Jeffries he always has been anxious to secure a match between Burns and Johnson. Before he left for the west the last time, he exacted a promise from Sam Fitzpatrick that he wouldn't sign for a championship fight with either Jeffries or Burns until he had a chance to bid for it. There doesn't seem to be any likelihood that Jeff will accept, but now that Tex is back in the game, it is a cinch he would give a big purse for Burns and Johnson. Even if he let the $35,000 go for these two, he would make money out of the bout, as the sports pay big money in Nevada when you give them the goods. Don't be surprised if you read of Johnson and Fitzpatrick packing their doll rags and hiking to England before many days. PLACATES The Colored Voters By Yielding The President Forwards a Significant Message to Congress on the Brownsville Affray to Lessen the Opposition. Washington, D. C., March 11. Senator Foraker's fight in behalf of the battalion of Negro troops who were dismissed from the army without honor on account of the shooting up of the town of Brownsville, Texas, in August, 1906, is almost won. The discharged soldiers have not yet been reinstated, but the way for their restoration to the army has been made easy by the president himself. In a special message transmitted to the senate today he asks for the passage of a law which will facilitate their reinstatement, and most of them should have little difficulty in getting back on the rolls in the event they desire to resume their military service. Soon after Senator Foraker demanded an investigation by the senate of the dismissal of the battalion the president issued an order giving the soldiers a chance to establish their innocence and be reinstated, but they were required to do this within 60 days. Now he suggests that a year be allowed them to satisfy him of their guiltlessness, and the conditions he imposes are in no sense as rigid as they were before. The message of the president reads as follows: "On December 12, 1906, the secretary of war by my directions issued the following order: "Applications to re-enlist from former members of Companies B, C and D, 25th infantry, who were charged under the provisions of Special Order No. 266, war department, November 9, 1906, must be made in writing and be accompanied by such evidence, also in writing, as the applicant may desire to submit to show that he was neither implicated in the raid on Brownsville, Texas, on the night of August 13, 1906, nor withheld in any way evidence that might lead to the discovery of the perpetrators thereof." "Proceedings were begun under this order, but shortly thereafter an investigation was directed by the senate and the proceedings under the order were stopped. The senate committee intrusted with the work has now completed the investigation and finds that the facts upon which my order of discharge of November 9, 1906, was based are substantiated by the evidence. The testimony secured by the committee is therefore now available, and I desire to review the order of December 12, 1906, and to have it carried out in whatever shape may be necessary to achieve the purpose therein set forth, any additional evidence being taken which may be of aid in the ascertainment of the truth. The time limit during which it was possible to reinstate any individual soldier in accordance with the terms of this order has, however, expired. I, therefore, recommend the passage of a law extending this time limit, so far as the soldiers concerned are affected, until a year after the passage of the law, and permitting the reinstatement by direction of the president of any man who in his judgment shall appear not to be in the class whose discharge was deemed necessary in order to maintain the discipline and morale of the army." That the administration intended to make a determined effort to overcome the hostility of the Negroes on account of the dismissal of the battalion has been known since last week, as was announced in these dispatches at the time. The Negroes all over the country have been organizing against the administration's political program, which includes the nomination of Secretary Taft for president, and, while at first this movement did not promise to reach formidable proportions, it has developed into something of a menace to the president's plans. This hostility was directed as much against the secretary of war as against the president, even though Mr. Taft undertook to suspend the execution of the order of dismissal; but he was stopped from making an investigation on his own hook by a curt cablegram from Mr. Roosevelt, who at the time was cruising in the West Indies. Bishops of the African church and prelates lower down on the ecclesiastical scale have been exhorting their flocks to combine against the secretary of war, and this activity on their part has been manifested in all the northern states, where the Negro vote is a considerable factor at the elections, and also in the southern states, where the Negroes constitute the majority of the delegates to the national convention. It is well known that progress with the Ta' campaign in the south GOVERNORSHIP CONTEST THE RESULT DATE Three Counties, Barbour, Roane and Wirt Chose Delegates Saturday. THE RESULTS TO DATE. Kanawha Swisher Scherr Hearne Uninst. Clay 59 Barbour 7 Wirt 12 Ronne 2 2 3 2 2 3 2 2 3 15 Returns from the three counties—Barbour, Roane and Wirt—which selected delegates Saturday to the republican state convention to be held in this city July 8 have been received here. In Barbour Swisher captured everything in the primary election and will name the twelve delegates from that county. The returns show that Swisher's majority will be between 600 and 700 and that he won in the Philippi precinct where Charles F. Teter led the opposition. Swisher and Scherr were the only candidates on the ticket. In Roane county a mass convention was held at Spencer. The convention split and two were held naming two sets of delegates. No instructions were given except that Holly Simmons was endorsed for state treasurer. The fifteen delegates chosen by each convention were not instructed as to the gubernatorial fight. In Wirt county a mass convention was held at Elizabeth. Each of the three candidates for governor is to have an equal share of the eight delegates and Joseph Gray was endorsed for secretary of state. Congressman Woodyard was endorsed for re-election. This week the attention will center on Doddridge county where the delegates will be chosen Tuesday and Upshur, where they will be chosen Saturday. HANEN CLUB Presents Good Talent in Recital Organization of Male Teachers Entertain Faculty and Students With an Excellent Program West Virginia, Draftstate Institute, March 16.—The Hanen club, composed of Profs. W. H. Lowry, president; Chas. E. M. Mitchell, secretary; Austin W. Curtis and S. Hamlin Guss, members of the faculty of the West Virginia Institute, rendered a very excellent program at Hazlewood assembly hall, Sunday evening, the main features of which were the solo by Miss Nina H. Clinton, recital by Mrs. R. L. Jones, both of Charleston, and violin solo by Mrs. E. M. Jones. This was Mrs. Jones' first appearance in public as a violinist, and the selections chosen for her initial performance, while numbered among the difficult ones of their composers were brilliantly rendered. Her playing is admirable, the tnoe rich and pure and technique exceedingly good. It was not, however, the technique or brilliancy and purity of tone alone that mark Mrs. Jones as a natural violinist; but the wonderful emotional conception and interpretation of her selections. Mrs. R. L. Jones more than sustained her reputation as an elocutionist. "Hagar" was the vehicle for the expression of her histrionic talents, and her portrayal of the woes of the mother of Abraham's first born, upon being driven out upon the desert, unattended but, by the little Ishmael, made a distinct impression upon the audience, as did the solo of Miss Clinton. Miss Clinton possesses a soprano voice of more than ordinary range and sweetness, more than compensating in these qualities what may be lacking in the way of volume. Last night she was at her best, and made a distinct hit with "Ora Pro Nobis." The other numbers deserving especial mention were the paper on "Heredity," by Mr. Austin W. Curtis, in which he pointed out some of our race failings; and the singing of Misses Lee and Fairfax and Messrs, Lowry and Guss. The program, as rendered, follows: Quartet, Rocked in the Cradle of the Deep, Misses Lula James, Carrie Fairfax, Messrs, Alexander Gregory and Wirt Jones. Invocation. Quartet, Koschat, Misses Lurania Lee, Carrie Fairfax, Messrs, C. E. Jones and S. H. Guss. Scripture lesson, Pres. J. McHenry Jones. Vocal solo, Ora Pro Nobis, Miss Nina H. Clinton. Recital, Hagar, Mrs. R. L. Jones. Violin solo, (a) selections from Martha, Slowtow, (b) Pilgrimus chorus, Wagner, Mrs. E. M. Jones. Quartet, Sleep, My Little One, Sleep" Misses Lee and Fairfax Messrs. Jones and W. H. Lowry. Address, Heredity, Mr. Austin W. Curtis. Trio, O Restless Sea , Miss Lee, Messrs. Jones and Guss. SUBSCRIPTION $1.50 YEAR Barbour, Roane and Wirt delegates Saturday. RESULTS TO DATE. Swisher 59 Scherr Hearne Uninst. 7 12 2 2-3 2 2-3 2 2-3 15 80 2-3 2 2-3 2 2-3 2 2-3 15 Counties—Barbour, Roane and Wirt— Saturday to the republican state convention have been received here. Used everything in the primary election and dates from that county. The returns show the between 600 and 700 and that he won there Charles F. Teter led the opposition. Only candidates on the ticket. Convention was held at Spencer. The con- firmed naming two sets of delegates. No in- t that Holly Simmons was endorsed for delegates chosen by each convention were ternatorial fight. Convention was held at Elizabeth. Each of governor is to have an equal share of the Gray was endorsed for secretary of state. Endorsed for re-election. Will center on Doddridge county where the sunday and Upshur, where they will be chos- UB INVALID Tal- Are Policies Willed By Knight Circuit Court Upholds Contention of the Grand Lodge Knights of Pythias that no Member May Will His Policy Special to The Advocate. Huntington, March 16.—The case of J. W. Perry, executor of the will of Stephen E. Baker, vs. the Grand Lodge, Knights of Pythias of West Virginia, has been decided in favor of the defendants by Judge E. S. Doolittle, of the circuit court. Baker, a member in good standing of Esprit De Corps Lodge, No. 5, before his death willed his policy to Edward McDaniels. The endowment department of the grand lodge refused to pay the claim on the advice of the Grand Lodge Attorney J. W. Chappelle, for the following reasons: That a knight's policy is not a part of his estate; that a member cannot transfer, assign nor hypothecate his policy, as shown on its face; the endowment paid upon a member's death is for the benefit of some blood relation, and not for the benefit of his creditors. The case was tried twice before a justice of the peace of Cabell county and the last time before the circuit court on evidence and argument. At the request of the court the case was then submitted on briefs, after considering which the judge rendered his decision in favor of the Grand Lodge. This decision will forever settle the legality of the stand taken by the Grand Lodge that no member of the order may will his policy and that the payment must in all cases be made to the nearest of kin; if none, the policy reverts to the endowment department. In announcing his decision, Judge Doolittle wrote Mr. Chappelle the following letter: "Dear Sir:—After reading and considering your briefs and that of your adversary, Mr. Perty, I have rendered judgment for defendant, your client, and an order has been prepared accordingly finding for defendant and dismissing the case. Two or three days ago, I returned the file of papers with the proper order to the clerk. I do not recall the style of the case, but of course you have not forgotten the case. The briefs submitted on behalf of your clients were carefully and ably prepared. In fact, I was surprised to receive from you and your associate, Mr. T. G. Nutter, such able and exhaustive briefs in regard to the subject matter of this case. Yours truly, "E. S. DOOLITTLE." Only the sharpened chisel of experience can rightly cut the lines of true character. Benediction. Accompanists. Misses Lulu James and Ethel Spriggs. CORRESPONDENCE. PARKERSBURG Last Sunday week the B. Y. P. U. of Zion Baptist church rendered the following program: Song, choir. Opening address, John Archer. Recitation, Hobart Dandridge. Duet, My Counsellor, Creda Price and Pauline Davis. Paper, The Union, Mrs. J. L. Davis. Recitation, Miss Beatrice Scipio. Reading, Miss Carrie Comedy. Recitation, Charles Carr. Song, choir. Recitation, House Cleaning, Lande don Davis. Paper, Temptation, Joseph Lane. Recitation, Mont Bayes. Paper, Baptist Fundamentals, Miss Bessle Gooden. Solo, Miss Beatrice Scipio. Recitation, Pauline Davis. Paper, W. E. Figgs. Recitation, Creda Price. Mrs. Ida Pierce Wilson, who has been visiting her parents, Rev. and Mrs. H. C. Pierce, left for her home, one week ago last Tuesday. She was accompanied as far as Cincinnati by Mrs. Lizzie Stewart. The Y. M. Star club, of the Zion Baptist church, has completed its organization and desires all the young men of the city to attend its meetings, Monday evenings. The club is preparing a special program for the near future. The ladies' home and foreign missionary society of the Baptist church rendered the following program Tuesday evening: Song, society. Prayer, Rev. William Toney. Song, society. Address, General Missionary Work John Archer. Paper, Foreign Missionary Work Mrs. Charles Devers. Duet, Mrs. Archer and Miss Sprag gins Martha. Papers, Home Missions, Mrs. Robt, Boss, Mrs. Martha Scott. Paper, State Mission Work, Mrs. Edna Price. Recitation, Why Didn't You Tell Us Sooner? Creda Price. Paper, City Work, Mrs. Abbie Devers. Mrs. Emma Archer, of 1402 Jullana street, has been quite sick for the past week. The series of revival services, conducted by Rev, W. E. Walker, of Charleston, assisted by Rev. E. E. O'Brien, the pastor of the A. M. E. church, have been a great success, 18 persons having been converted and joined the church. Rev. S. P. West, presiding elder of the Wheeling district, preached both morning and evening on last Sabbath day, and at 3 o'clock p. m. Mrs. Arvona Lynch of Huntington, the district lecturer on missions, conducted a missionary rally. The Royal League of Peace gave an entertainment at their hall, on Sixth street, Wednesday, March 18. The following program was rendered: Solo, Miss Henrietta Rollins. Solo, Mrs. Rose Custus. Recitation, Master Emmett Menfee Solo, Miss Maggie Brown. Reading, Miss Minnie Hanse. Duet, Miss Rollins and Miss Stewart. Organist, Mrs. William H. Furgesen. Music was furnished by John Alfred's phonograph. Rev. W. E. Walker, pastor f. A. M. E. church, of Charleston, who spent the last week holding revival services at Bethel A. M. E. church, of this city, returned home Saturday. Rev. S. P. West has been conducting services at Bethel A. M. E. church all this week. H. D. Hazlewood, assistant principal of Sumner school, spent several days last week in Buckhannon. He spent Monday visiting schools in Clarksburg. Schools of the city were closed all day Friday of last week, on account of the Ohio Valley Round Table, which convened in Marietta, Ohio, Friday and Saturday. The teachers of Sumner all attended and spent Friday morning visiting the Marietta city schools. Rev. George Jackson preached at Logan M. E. church last Sunday morning. Miss Bernardine Peyton is ill, and was unable to resume her work at Sumner school on Monday morning. The basket ball game between the Sumner high school team and the Pirates, a local team, which was pulled off last Thursday night, at the skating rink, was quite interesting. The score stood 15 in favor of the boys of Sumner. Quite a large crowd was present to witness the game. This was the final game of the season. Mrs. Jane Jones is on the sick list at this writing. We are informed that Pearl Seals and his sister, Mrs. Sam Robinson fell heir last week to $5,000, on account of the death of an aunt, who resided in Toronto Canada. HUNTINGTON Mrs. Charles Lemon and son Edgar, of Montgomery, were the guests of Mrs. Emma Jackson a few days last week. The Y. M. C. A. met at the First Baptist church last Sunday afternoon. Two excellent papers were delivered to the association, one by Mrs. E. W. Johnson and one by Rev. Thurston. W. L. Gee, of Gallipolls, spent Sunday in our city. Miss Ida Alexander passed through the city last week, on route home, her school at the Orphans' Home having closed. Mrs. Nannie West was hostess to the Orion club, Thursday evening. Mr. and Mrs. McClean's infant child is quite ill at their home, on 6th avenue. Miss Josie Barnett and little Quida Barnett spent Saturday and Sunday at Holden with Mr. and Mrs. George Barnett. The revival services at the A. M. E. church are progressing nicely. Evangelist Grant is conducting them. Mrs. Martha Payne, on 14th street, was hostess to the Benjamin Tribe. Monday evening. The supper given at the First Baptist church, Thursday evening, was well attended, and quite a neat little sum, to go toward the building fund, was realized. Three converts were immersed at the First Baptist church, Sunday morning, and made full members, Sunday night. The work on the additional rooms to Douglass school is progressing nicely. When finished and with other contemplated improvements, the building will be one to be proud of. Mrs. Arvona Lynch spent Sunday at Parkersburg. Miss Rhoda Graham spent Sunday her with friends, returning to Barboursville, Monday. The Elks banquet, at the K. of P. hall, next Friday evening, promises to be one of the swell social functions of the season. Lee Monroe left for Cleveland last week, where he will locate. G. W. Hughes was a business visitor to Holden last week. Dr. Barnett was called to the Orphans' Home last week, to see quite a number of little ones, who are ill. Mrs. McGhee remains poorly at her home. The Y. M. C. A. held its meeting at Ebenezer M. E. church, Sunday afternoon, at which time Rev. Grant addressed them. PT. PLEASANT Mrs. Wm. Holmes and little daughter Nola, of Gallipolis, who have been guests of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Andy Smith, for the past week, returned to their home, Saturday. * Miss Idia Alexander, teacher at the Orphans Home, spent Saturday and Sunday here, the guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Alexander. Mrs. James Toles very handsomely entertained a few friends. Thursday evening, in honor of her brother, Flem Craig, and his wife, of Wellsville, Ohio. Whist was the feature of the evening. An appetizing lunch was served at the appropriate time. John Stribling left for Columbus, Monday, to be the guest of relatives a few weeks. Mrs. James Franklin and children left Monday for Pomeroy, where she expects to make her future home. Mrs. Andy Smith was hostess to quite a number of young people Friday evening. Those present were: Mrs. Wm. Holmes, of Gallipolis; Misses Mosella Colston, Augusta Riison, Agatha Alexander, Messrs. James and Clyde Colston, Chas. Settles, Fred Thomas, Wm. Isham, of Virginia, and Wallace Smith. Some excellent music was rendered during the evening. All declared the evening quite enjoyable spent. Rev. E. Venture, pastor of the M. E. church of this place and Huntington, preached his farewell sermon here. Sunday night. Quite a number were in attendance and all regret sorely to think that Rev. Venture must leave. The church has prospered spiritually and financially during his stay. He has the best wishes of this entire people for success wherever he may go. Wm. H. Isham, of Virginia, arrived in town, Tuesday, to begin his work on Lock buildings. We are glad to announce Eva Burton improving rapidly. CLARKSBURG J. H. Early, of Weston, was calling on friends here last week. Mrs. Margaret Miller lies dangerously ill at her home in Carlisle Court. Miss Lilly Alien returned Sunday, from Fahrenance, Pa., where she visited her parents. Carl Green has returned from Wheeling, and will soon move his family here. M. W. Grayson became seriously ill, Sunday, and the report that he had received a paralytic stroke was soon allot. We are glad to report that his condition is not at all alarming, and his physicians report he will soon be in his usual health. Being an old and highly respected citizen, his many friends were very solicitous about him. Sunday was woman's day at Trinity M. E. church. Rev. Jett, state missionary of the Baptist church preached in the morning. At 3 p.m. the following program was rendered: Opening chorus, choir. Prayer, Rev. James H. Watson. Paper, Mrs. Lutle Truck. Solo, Mrs. Nellie M. Wilson. Paper, Mrs. Lydia A. Taborn; subject, Woman's True Position, Work and Useful Life. Singing, choir. Paper, Mrs. W. A. Howard. Paper, Mrs. W. A. Howard. Address, Mrs. Fannie Robinson. Solo, Mrs. James Brown. 7 p. m., Epworth league. At 8 p. m., the pastor, Rev. G. W. W. Jenkins, preached an eloquent sermon to the various clubs of the church. Each service was well attended, and the rally from a mon- etary standpoint was a decided suc- cess. Mrs. Jenny West, of Ben street, was called to Covington, Va., by the death of her mother, Mrs. Lucy Johnson. Mrs. Lottie Brown received the sad intelligence of the death of her sister, Mrs. Lucy Johnson, in Covington, Va. Mrs. Brown, who was quite ill at the time, suffered a re-lapse from the shock. She is slow- ly improving, however. M. Patton, who was very slick, is able to be out again. The B. W. Arnett club has issued invitations for a St. Patrick's social, Tuesday evening. Mrs. Stephen Lassiter was calling on friends in Weston, Sunday. H. D. Hazlewood, of Parkersburg, was a pleasant school visitor here, Monday. At a meeting of the representative men of our race on last Tuesday evening, an organization was effected, known as the Progressive Council. Many excellent addresses were made, among them as most practical talk on our needs by Rev. G. W. W. Jenkins. The council meets this week to determine the needs of our school, such as raising the curriculum and discussing the need of additional teachers. Mrs. Nannie Howard was called to Washington, D. C., by the illness of her sister. WESTON. Morris Rickett has returned from Virginia, where he has visited relatives recently. He was accompanied by his little daughter Ophella. Miss Mary Martin, of Sutton, is the house guest of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Grigsby. The social at the church on last Wednesday night was well patronized, and a snug sum realized. Rev. J. L. Griffith held services at Sutton last Sunday. J. H. Earley spent a couple of days in Clarksburg recently and enjoyed himself very much. The sick are slowly improving. Mrs. Julia McDonald has returned from Morgantown, where she has been the past month nursing her daughter, Mrs. Flora Henderson. Two young ladies from Clarksburg, whose names we could not learn spent Sunday here. Miss Jessie Brown is able to be about again. McKENDREE Mrs. Lucy Nicholas, of Abington, Va., is visiting her mother, Mrs. Sarah Jodinson. Robert Young made a business trip to Ronceverte last week. Mrs. Martha Payne, of Huntington, was called here on account of the illness of her nephew, George Barney, who is much better at this writing. Mrs. Katherine and Ada Johnson and Lucy Nicholas, Lucy Allen and Robert Young were guests of Mrs. Wright, at Thayer, Monday. Mrs. Sarah Johnson was calling on Mrs. Goodman, at Thayer, Monday. Lonnie Burks, of Thayer, was a pleasant visitor at McKendree last week. Owen Price went to Prince, Thursday. HINTON. The public school will close here on Friday, the 27th inst. The teachers are preparing a unique program, which will be rendered by the pupils on said night in the Second Baptist church. All of the four teachers have succeeded in getting other schools in different parts of this state, which will keep them in the school room until the first of July. Revival is going on this week at the Second Baptist church. Miss Loraine Campbell, of Talcott, who has been ill since January at her home, was brought to the Holley sanitarium last Friday; her present condition is favorable. Mr. Penn, of Sylvia, brought his son Frank to Hinton a few days ago to be examined and treated by Dr. Holley. Mrs. Ellie Miller, of Klisythe, who has been under treatment at the Holley sanitarium for one week, is much improved. COVINGTON, VA. Miss Blanche Burks, of Clifton, spent Sunday visiting her relatives, Mr. and Mrs. C.R. Beale and Mrs. Burks, her mother. James Jackson, who has been quite ill, is improving slowly. came home from Parkersburg, Fri-came home from aPkersburg, Friday night, to attend the funeral of her mother. Fitzhugh Brown, of Charleston, attended the funeral of his aunt, Mrs. Lucy Johnson. Mrs. James Grimes, who has been THE ADVOCATE BEST FOR THE BOWELS If you haven't a regular, healthy movement of the bowels every day, you will or will be. Keep your bowels every day. Force all the shape of violent muscle or pill pollen, it disarms. The quickest, easiest, most perfect way of keeping the bowels clear and clean is to take CANDY OATHARTIC Rochette WORK WHILE YOU SLEEP! LIKE CANDY Pleasant, Palatable, Potent, Taste Good, Do Good, Honey, Gluten, Woken or Griepe; 10, 25 and 50 ounces per day for free sample, and box-let on health. Address: Storing Business Company. Chicago or New York. KEEP YOUR BLOOD CLEAN so ill, is about well again. Miss Jannie Perrin has embraced Christian Scientist religion, and will soon begin missionary work. She spoke of her work, Sunday morning, in Sabbath school. Mrs. Lucy Johnson, age 53, was found dead in a chair at her home, on Cherry street. Mrs. Johnson has been afflicted with rheumatism for years and recently she became afflicted also with erysipelas. Mrs. Johnson was the mother of 22 children, only five surviving her. Her husband was killed about eight years ago by a train. She was a kind and devoted mother, a consistent Christian and a member of First Baptist church, from which the funeral took place, Thursday afternoon, at three o'clock. Rev. W. J. Hackett preached a very impressive sermon. Rev. E. P. Jackson, of Pine street, also made some remarks. The following children mourn their loss: Mrs. Cora Seams, Mrs. Jennie West, Edward, John and James Johnson. No more cider can be sold in the state of Virginia, according to an act of legislature, therefore our town has been made a little drier. R. N. Smith, of Hot Springs, who has been quite sick, is better, but not convalescing as rapidly as friends would like. Miss Nannie Anthony spent Sunday the guest of her sister, Mrs. T. T. Anthony. W. G. Watson is much indisposed with la gripe. Macdonald. The -voters of this space met last Thursday night and organized a republican club, known as the Sons of Tofl, having for their motto, "United we stand." Officers were elected as follows: W. L. Thurston, president; J. B. Loway, vice president; W. E. Porter, secretary; P. H. Hunter, corresponding secretary; Nelson Banks, treasurer; W. B. Loway sergant-at-arms; A. J. Jones, speaker of the house. After which the president called on the most distinguished gentlemen to speak: Dr P. H. Calloway, Dr. C. B. Henderson Dr. H. H. Henderson, J. B. Calloway W. B. Calloway, A. J. Jones and Hon J. M. Ellis. The club meets second and fourth Thursday nights. MT. CARBON. Mrs. L. D. Hodge, state deputy of the U. O. of T. K., paid two death claims in Star of Bethany Fountain, No. 1642, on the 10th. Prof. H. H. Rally closed his school at this place, Friday. J. W. Dandridge was a pleasant visitor in our town, Sunday. Mrs. S. E. Williams is reported on the sick list. Rev. S. E. Williams has returned from a week's visit in the state of Ohio, and reports a pleasant trip. Rev. J. J. Turner will preach the thanksgiving sermon of the K. of P.'s on March 29th, at 11 o'clock a.m. Miss Bessie Dowe, of Eagle, is the guest of Mrs. Williams. BARBOURSVILLE. Otis Jackson, of Guyandotte, spent Monday visiting friends here. Mr. Hill, of Guyandotte, returned home, Saturday, from a week's visit to his son, Scott Hill. Estelle Hamler has been indisposed for several days. Mrs. Annie Hill spent Saturday In Huntington. Willie Goode, Ervin Fliggins and John Hill were in Huntington, Saturday. Jacob Johnson, of Midway, was in town, Saturday. G. W. Hamler left for Hot Springs. Saturday, where he is employed at the Hot Springs station as porter. CANTON. OHIO. Mrs. Philip Hall left for Washington, D. C., to visit her daughter. W. A. Lewis is spending a few days in Cleveland with his family. Mrs. Blanche Dillard, of New Castle, Pa., is in the city this week, visiting Miss Alberta Hall. J. R. Mackey, one of Canton's progressive business men, marvelously escaped death a few days ago. Mr. Mackey was on his route collecting, and as he was crossing Market and 4th streets, the South Market street BLUEFIELD COLORED INSTITUTE Bluefield, W. Va. 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For catalogue and other information, write the Principal. car struck his horse and buggy, knocking the horse down, turning his rig completely around and throwing Mr. Mackey several feet from his rig, life escaped uninjured; the horse was slightly scarred on the side and mouth, the rig received only a broken shaft. Miss Sylvia Grimes is visiting friends in Cleveland. The ladies' aid of St. Paul's A. M. E. church met at the home of Mrs. G. P. Titus, on Prospect avenue, Thursday afternoon. A pleasant session was held. Rev. H. F. Fox preached ably Sunday. The Allen league society, St. Paul's A. M. E. church was favored with two solos by Gladys Adkins and Miss Lena Fox. Nahum D. Brascher, on his way from Zanesville, stopped in the city. Monday, for a few hours, to see Mrs. A. G. Haithe, a relative. TALCOTT. Miss Loraine Campbell, who has been very ill at her home for sometime, was taken to Dr. Holley's hospital, Hinton, for further treatment, C. Campbell left here to resume his work, Friday. The Taleott school opened about two weeks ago with 50 pupils enrolled, Prof. C. H. Bunday and A. D. Seams teachers. They are doing noble work. Thomas Wood came up, Sunday night to visit his family. Peyton Robinson, from Fife, Va., was in town last week, looking after the interest of his uncle, H. Robinson, deceased, estate. He returned home, accompanied by Henry, one of his uncle's sons. The daughter, Miss Sally Robinson, will go soon to her aunt in Washington, D. C., to live. Rev. J. E. Dotson preached his farewell sermon to his congregation here. It was an instructive discourse. SEWELL Eastern Star lodge, No. 10, K. of P., and Fanny L. Starks Court, No. 8, will have their annual thanksgiving sermon preached Sunday, March 29th, at 12:30, by Rev. N. A. Smith, All lodges are invited. Rev. E. C. Page was called to Montgomery by the illness of his wife. In his absence, Rev. G. W. Lewis carried the revival on. Rev. B. 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Big Sandy District The republican mass convention in Big Sandy district was held at Clendennin schoolhouse for the purpose of selecting three delegates for the Parkersburg convention, and a like number for the conventions at Hinton. The candidacy of Hon. Fred Paul Grosscup for delegate at large was endorsed and the delegates selected to the Parkersburg convention instructed to cast their vote for him. Congressman Gaines was endorsed and the delegates to the Hinton conventions instructed to cast their vote for him for member of congress from this district and Wm. Seymour Edwards as district delegate to the Chicago national convention. The following are the delegates selected to the Parkersburg and Hinton conventions: Parkersburg delegates and judicial convention—Peter Camp, Tom Jones and Mat Fleshman. Hinton conventions—W. A. Camp. FR A WALTHAM WA GUARANTEED GO to the person making the most J. 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The delegates selected for Parkersburg and Hinton are: Parkersburg delegate and judicial convention—Dan Dawson, E. G. Van Dine, E. M. Derrick and F. M. Ray. Hinton conventions—W. H. Sisson H. A. Shirkey, J. B. Mairs and F. H. Straits. Elk District. One of the enthusiastic meetings held Saturday was at Fairview where one hundred sturdy republicans of Elk district gathered to select four sets of delegates to four conventions. On motion of B. B. Hall, Albert Booker was chosen chair man of the meeting and John Ramsey, secretary, by unanimous vote. On motion of committeeman John Cart a committee of three was appointed to select delegates to the convention at Parkersburg, the nominating and delegate convention at Hinton and the senatorial convention at Charleston. The delegates selected to go to Parkersburg were instructed to cast their vote for Geo. W. McClintic for judge of the supreme court and Hon. Fred Paul Grosscup for delegate at large. The delegates to the Hinton conventions were instructed to cast their votes for Hon. Joseph Holt Galner for congress and Hon. W. S. Edwards for district delegate to the Chicago convention. While the delegates were being selected rousing enthusiastic speeches were made by Henry Copenhaver, Albert Booker, Dr. Staunton and Vernon Jarrett, each of whom told of the glory of the republican party. An unusual feature connected with the meeting was a secret ballot taken after the delegates had been selected to ascertain the choice of the Elk republicans for president. In order to have harmony in the convention neither Mr. Grosscup nor Mr. Edwards were instructed for any presidential candidate, but in order that they might learn the sentiment existing there the secret ballot was taken resulting in 50 votes for Taft 47 votes for Roosevelt, 2 votes for Hughes and 2 votes for Joe Cannon. Loudon District. The republicans of Loudon district, Saturday afternoon in mass meeting at Marmet, endorsed the administration of Theodore Roosevelt and Governor Wm. M. O. Dawson and instructed the delegates to the Parkersburg and Hinton delegate conventions to vote for delegates to the Chicago national convention who will favor the candidacy of William H. Taft as long as he continues to be a candidate before the convention. The delegates to Parkersburg were also instructed for Geo. W. McClintic for supreme judge and the Hinton delegation instructed for Joseph Holt Gaines for congress. The Loudon convention was presided over by S. H. Campbell as chairman and L. C. Massey as secretary. The following delegates were selected to the various conventions: Parkersburg delegate and judicial convention—L. C. Massey, J. W. Dawson, S. H. Campbell and J. H. Sutherland; alternates, J. R. Ball, C. J. Turley, W. P. Curry, Sr., and Jesse Eplin Hinton delegate and nominating convention—Roscoe Moulton, James Curry, Jr., C. M. Tudor and J. R. Ball; alternates, R. L. Massey, John Sutherland, Pat Bays and John Matthews. Senatorial convention—C. N. Edington, Joe Comer, Joe Peyton, John Woods, James Wall and Harry Weise; alternates, John Moulton, William Brown, A. W. Ownsby, Fred Page, John Cochran and Phil Price. The following resolutions were passed by the convention: Resolved, That the delegates selected today to the Parkersburg and Hinton conventions are hereby instructed to vote for those candidates for delegates to the national convention at Chicago who shall pledge themselves unreservedly to stand by the candidacy of Hon. Wm. H. Taft for President of the United States as long as he shall be a candidate before said convention. Resolved, That we renew our allegiance to the principle of the republican party, and heartily endorse both national and state administrations and the course of our two senators and representatives in congress. We feel gratified over their high standing in national affairs, and feel especial pride in the promotion of our own representative Joseph Holt Gaines to the responsible position of a place on the ways and means committee of the house of representatives. Resolved, That the delegates this day selected to the congressional nominating convention to be held at Hinton on April 2nd are hereby instructed to cast their vote for Hon. Joseph Holt Gaines and to use all honorable means to secure his nomination. Charleston District. It was a lively convention that the republicans of Charleston district held at the court house Saturday afternoon to select delegates to the state delegate, congressional, congressional delegate and senatorial conventions. The convention divided on whether or not instructions should be given for Secretary Taft for president. The Taft crowd decided upon John B. Floyd for chairman while the others wanted David Dick. Both were declared elected and two conventions were held in the same room at the same time. Hon. Geo. W. McClintic was endorsed for the supreme bench by both conventions. Following is an account of Satur- Call on the GEM PHARMACY and see our new line of RUBBER GOODS, SOAP, PERFUMES AND DRUG SUNDRIES Prescriptions accurately filled and all orders called for and delivered promptly. Hot and Cold Fountain Service all Winter. New Phone 1072. Old Phone 897. GEM PHARMACY Corner Washington & Dickinson Streets. CHARLESTON - - - - W. VA. THE ADVOCATE. day's convention held in this city, as given to the press by one of the followers of the Dick contingent: "The republicans of Charleston district met in mass convention at the court house at. two o'clock p. m., Saturday, March 14th, 1908. The convention was called to order by J. F. Hudson, a member of the republican county committee of Charleston district. He named David Dick as chairman of the convention. J. L. Helzer then presented the name of John B. Floyd as chairman. J. F. Hudson, who was then presiding, suggested that those favoring David Dick for chairman occupy a position on one side of the room and those favoring Mr. Floyd repair to the other side of the room. "On motion of J. B. Menager, a rope was stretched down the center of the hall, in order to more thoroughly distinguish between those favoring Dick for chairman and those favoring Floyd. Those voting for Dick filled their entire side of the chamber from the front to the rear. About one-third of the chamber was all that was occupied by voters on the Floyd side. "It was easily apparent that the Dick supporters were by vast numbers in the lead. This fact was conceded by a number of the leaders of the Floyd people. After the fact had been clearly determined that Dick had won the chairmanship, Hudson declared him elected, Hudson then presiding. Dick immediately took the chair, and the convention proceeded to business. Hon. Fred Paul Grosscup was authorized by the convention to select the delegates to the Parkersburg convention; J. H. Gaines was authorized to select the delegates to the Hinton nominating convention. A committee, composed of M. T. Roach, U. Higginbotham and J. F. Hudson, was appointed to select the delegates to the Hinton delegate convention. A committee composed of Or A. Petty, Dr. J. E. Robins and J. E. Dana was appointed to select the delegates to the state senatorial convention. The following resolutions were adopted: "We, the republicans of Charleston district of Kanawha county, W. Va., in convention assembled, do hereby renew our allegiance to the principles of the republican party, and pledge our most earnest efforts to secure and maintain its ascendency in American politics. We heartily endorse the great administration of Theodore Roosevelt, and the course of our brilliant and able representatives in the United States senate and in the lower house of the American congress. We are gratified when we reflect upon the high position they hold in national affairs, and we feel especially proud over the position of distinction and responsibility attained by our own representative from the Third congressional district. We heartily endorse the wise and economic administration of the affairs of this state by the present republican administration. The republicans of this district, having always at heart the interest of the party, hereby adopt the following resolutions: "Resolved, first. That the delegates this day selected to attend the state republican convention to be held at Parkersburg on the 29th day of April, 1908, are hereby instructed to cast their votes first, last and all the time for Hon. Geo. W. McClintic for judge of the supreme court of appeals for the long term; and for Hon. Fred Paul Grosscup for deletion at Chicago. "Resolved, second. That the delegates this day selected to the congressional nominating convention to be held at Hinton on April 2nd are hereby instructed to cast their votes for Hon. Joseph Holt Gaines, and to use all honorable means to secure his nomination. "Resolved, third. That the delegates this day selected to the delegate convention at Hinton on April 2nd are hereby instructed to cast their votes for Upshur Higginbotham as one of the district delegates to the national convention." The "Floyd" Convention. A number of the Taft crowd gave out the following report of the convention: "John B. Floyd was declared chairman of the Taft convention at the courthouse Saturday afternoon by Secretary J. L. Heizer of the county committee. O. H. Booton was chosen secretary and the temporary organization was made permanent upon the motion of Isaac Loewenstein. Chairman Floyd appointed a committee consisting of Governor W. M. O. Dawson, Grant P. Hall, F. M. Staunton, Isadore Schwabe and Dr. H. F. Gamble to select the delegates to the various conventions. While the committee was closed to prepare a list of delegates, the following resolutions instructing the delegates to the Parkersburg and Hinton conventions for Wm. H. Tafu and Geo. W. McBlinic were read and adopted: "Resolved, That we carnestly endorse and commend the administration of President Theodore Roosevelt. He is a great President and a great man, and he has rendered incalculable services to his country and to mankind. Earnestly desiring a continuation of this administration of law and justice and the square deal to all, we naturally turn to the man who has been and is, next to the President himself, the greatest factor in this great and splendid work. That man is the Hon. Wm. H. Taft of the state of Ohio. We believe he is the most available candidate. We like him for his big heart and his big brain, for his self-sacrificing patriotism and his superb courage. We believe his nomination will be ratified by the people at the polls next November, and that as President of the United States his administration will be no less able effective and beneficial than that of Theodore Roosevelt. "For these reasons and others, we hereby instruct the delegates selected by this meeting, to attend the conventions to be held at Hinton and Parkersburg, to use all honorable means to bring about as our next nominee for President the said William Howard Taft. "Resolved, That the delegates selected at this mass meeting of the republican voters of Charleston district of Kanawha county to the convention at Parkersburg, be and they are hereby instructed to vote for the nomination of Geo. W. McClintic for the office of judge of the supreme court for the long term and to use all sonorable means to secure his nomination to that office. "The committee appointed to select the delegates to the various convention reported the following names as delegates and the convention ratified the action of the committee: Parkersburg delegate and judicial convention—W. M. O. Dawson Grant P. Hall, L. M. LaFollette, Malcolm Jackson, I. Schwabe, I. Loewenstein, S. M. Starks, Jno. M. Lynn, P. A. Simpson, W. H. Harris, E. E. Simmons, Ivory Jordan, Judge S. C. Burdett, W. B. Mathews, O. H. Michaelson, Dr. H. F. Gamble, Rev. R. H. Merrill and Peter Silman. Hinton nominating convention—Dr. D. Mayer, Chas. Capito, P. S. Shirkey, Leroy Harless, J. L. Heizer, C. E. Rudessil, Frank Beardsley, Sam V. Mathews, S. V. Morris, E. J. Thomas, Noyes Burlew, Dr. J. E. Robbins, Sol. Cohen, L. M. LaFollette, Grant P. Hall, C.M. Haddox C. E. Mitchell, J. Marshall, C. F. Morris and Geo. Sutherland. "Hinton delegate convention—Jnc B. Floyd, Alfred-Phillips, Joel Cottrell, O. L. Aultz, Enoch Smith, L. D. Vickers, S. W. Stone, John Blunt, C. F. Morris, Noyes Burlew, J. Marshall Jones, Dan W. Cunningham Major Moulton, J. E. Dana, Elder Harless, Isaac Loewenstein, J. M. Lynn, Geo. Minsker, John C. Bond and Platt Brightwell. "Senatorial delegates—Peter Silman, D. M. Shirky, Tucker Pridmore, A. T. Cabell J. C. Wilson, C.ummers, Enoch Carver, S. Cohen, S. B. Avis, V. L. Black, B. L. Young, H. B. Huster, Tom Cart, S. D. Akers ARE YOU A K.OFP. IF NOT WHY NOT? 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 LODCE 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 We beg to announce to both Democrats and Republicans that we are for their banking business, and if courtesy and fair dealing is what they want, they will never regret placing their accounts at the UNIFORM RANK In this department young men are military educated they can get way, thus make better and more citizens. LADIES' COURT In this the wive widows, daughs sisters of Knight ited for the composes of life. ENDOWMENT In this department paying out the dollars annual widows and deceased Knights If there is no local locality, confer wituty Grand Chance district or write St. Charleston, W. Va. upon which to a lodge T. R. Farley, Judge P. Shirkey, John Morrison, James Kay, Ph. Frankenberger and H. M. Williamson. MASHILLON, OHIO. Mrs. J. H. Lowry has presented to the ladies of the Evening Star church aid society a beautiful cushion. A committee, consisting of three, has been appointed to solicit money, and the prize will be awarded to the person having the most money by March 23rd. Miss Laura Johnson, Mrs. Josephine Hawkins and Madam M. Smith are the committee. P. B. Jones, of the Sailer hotel, has resigned his position, and left Wednesday, for Charleroi, Pa., where he expects to find employment or go into the real estate business. Announcement We beg to announce to both Republicans that we are A CANDID PATENTS TRADE MARKS DESIGNS COPYRIGHTS & C. Anyone sending ... sketch and description may quickly acquaint our opinion free whether an invention is seriously patented. Communications surely confidential. HANDGON ON on patent sent free. Great agency for securing patents. Great issue. No. to receive special notice, without charge, in the Scientific American. A handsomely illustrated weekly. Largest edition of any scientific journal. Terms, $5 cent per month, $1. Sod by all new dealers. MUNN & Co. 361 Broadway, New York Branch Office, 25 W. SL. 78thington, D.C. PAGE FOUR. THE ADVOCATE THE ADVOCATE PUBLISHING CO. Office, Pythian Building, Charleston W. Va. Home Phone 923. The Advocate is entered in the Post-office at Charleston, W. Va., as second class matter. SUBSCRIPTION RATES: THURSDAY, MARCH 19, 1908. 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 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 Republic can primary, to be held May 16th. A. M. WOOLBREGE. FOR COUNTY 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. FOR CIRCUIT CLERK. I am a candidate for clerk of the circuit and intermediate courts of Kanawha county, subject to the action of the republican primary to be held May 16th. E. E. HOOD. FOR CIRCUIT CLERK I desire to announce my candidacy for Clerk of the Circuit Court of Kanawha county, subject to the decision of the voters of Kanawha county at the republican primaries to be held on the 16th of May. IRA H. MOTTESHEARD. I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the nomination for the position of Judge of the Intermediate Court of Kanawha county subject to the republican primaries to be held on May 16, and respectfully solicit the support of my friends. CYRUS T. HALL. FOR PROSECUTING ATTORNEY OF FAYETTE COUNTY. To the Voters of Fayette county: I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the nomination for the office of Prosecuting Attorney of Fayette county, subject to the republican primaries. GEORGE LOVE. FOR PROSECUTING ATTORNEY To the Voters of Kanagawa county To the Voters of Kanawha county: I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the nomination for the office of Prosecuting Attorney of Kanawha county, subject to the republican primaries to be held May 16 1908 FRANK C. BURDETTE CLERK OF THE COUNTY COURT I hereby announce my candidacy for Clerk of the Kanawha County Court, subject to the decision of the primary election to be held May 16 1908. The support of my friends is earnestly solicited. THE DAY AFTER. And the firmament is filled with the usual post election sounds of abuse for the Negro who sold his vote. Not a word about the other fellows who sold nor those who bought. Only the Negro comes in for a cussing from the losing side, which for the occasion makes a virtue of its undesired and undesirable lack of campaign funds. While not attempting to condone, but rather, deploring the habit of vote selling to which too many of the race are addicted, we can not refrain from calling attention again to the fact, known to all whose knowledge of politics is above the kindergarten stage, that the Negro in proportion to his numbers is no more guilty of this crime than whites. Accustomed as we have grown in recent years to make the punishment fit the criminal rather than the crime, but little is said about the councilman, legislator, state or national, and other public officers who have grown rich by virtue of the positions they hold. To be more specific, hands were raised in holy horror at the bare suggestion that a fund had been raised in this city to defeat the prohibition bill. One expressing, nay, even entertaining, the suspicion that our grave and reverend senators have their price at once placed him in the ranks of the feeble minded, yet it has not been sufficiently apparent so as to be noticed what became of the assessment made, in the heat of the fight, upon the saloon keepers in a certain county. It "mought" have been contributed to foreign missions, and then, again, it "mighten." In any event, the amendment failed of passage, though the state is more than half "dry." Let us have done with this force of Satan reproving sin. Ever since popular forms of government have existed there have been men who exchanged their franchise for coin of the realm, and it will continue so long as buyers are able and willing to pay the price. Even unto this day Jacob covets the birthright and Esau the potriage, each sinning, though their motives may differ. Punish the men who purchase votes and those who profit by the transaction; then, and not until then, will vote-selling cease. MAKING OPENINGS The purchase of a sanitarium at Hot Springs, Ark.. by the Knights of Pythias will prove a blessing to those of the race whose condition may necessitate a visit to the Vapor City. As we understand it, the institution, while owned, will not necessarily be either conducted by or exclusively for members of the Order. If the plan in force for the conduct of the Temple be followed, the sanitarium will be leased to responsible parties with the understanding that it be conducted upon the most approved plans for the accommodation of Negroes. This means that board, lodging and baths may be had under one roof, and it will be necessary no longer for patients to have their rooms and board at one place while taking the baths at some other far removed, as is now the rule. In this the Knights again show the progressive spirit which characterizes the Order. With no flamboyant banners and brass band accompaniment, they are moving forward along conservative business lines, erecting a building here, purchasing another there, affording openings through the ever tightening lines which are rapidly driving the race back into the last entrenchments. None of their business enterprises are ten-for-one, get-rich-quick senemes, nor does mawkish sentiment cut any figure in them. The underlying principle is to offer the best to be had in the market and make the money invested do the work. In two West Virginia towns, where prejudice prevented the lodges of the order from securing decent quarters, the Pythian Mutual Investment association has erected or purchased buildings in which accommodations are to be had by secret organizations, whatever their affiliations may be, clubs, professional men and Negro stores. In this they may not have gone as far as others, but none will be more enduring. THE CHASE FOR OFFICE Though the press associations have said little or nothing about it, the campaign for political offices, while it may be the three ring circus and hippodrome, does not occupy all the show grounds by a long sight. There are several side shows whose barkers are on the job and whose attractions rival the bearded lady and human skeleton. Take the church conferences at Norfolk and Philadelphia. Taft, Hughes, Fairbanks nor Cannon ever proved himself more skillful in the game of influencing the electorate than have some of the reverend gentlemen who have a hankering for seats upon the bench of bishops. Some have purchased or sibsidized newspapers; others have paid correspondents; and all are in no wise backward about slate-making for district and annual conferences, leading up to the main event. The preacher with influence gets a better church, and the layman if he be an educator, is promised a higher degree than the one he may hold. If none of these tempt, there are others. Yet we talk about corruption in politics. What's the difference? GEORGE LOVE Appreciating the fact that the Advocate is widely circulated in his county, Mr. George Love, who is a candidate for the republican nomination for Prosecuting Attorney of Fayette county, makes his announcement in this issue. We can say but little to better acquaint the voters of Fayette with Mr. Love, who like his father, has ever been an active worker for republican success. Many years before he had fitted himself, at great personal sacrifice, for the position to which he now aspires, he regularly put aside, for the time, his labors as an ordinary digger of coal to offer his services to the party. He now asks the party for his reward, pledging himself to know neither friend nor foe, but to give all a square deal, should the voters of Fayette county honor him with the nomination, an equivalent of election. The national house of representatives has passed an order for the restoration of "In God We Trust" upon gold and silver coins. If they will now pass an order making these same coins a little easier to get, they will win the eternal gratitude of the writer and all others engaged in the publication of Negro newspapers. The legislature of the state of Virginia has passed a law prohibiting the sale of cider. Always did have suspicion that the law makers of Virginia are afflicted with brain storms. We know it now. In Monday's election for members of council, the democrats carried the city by about 1,200, and then it rained harder than has been seen for many a year, as though the very heavens deplored the misfortune. The chancellor of Syracuse university is referred to that passage of the scripture in which Day unto Day uttereth speech, but not knowledge. Secretary Taft is indeed optimistic in predicting a brighter future for the Negro so soon after the various state conventions at the south. MASSEY FOR COUNTY CLERK. Up to the present time, no man who has announced himself as a candidate for the republican nomination for a county office, is more popular than L. C. Massey, who asks the republican voters of Kanawa county for support for the nomination for county clerk at the primaries May 16th. Mr. Massey is at present a delegate in the lower house of the legislature, where his services to his constituents rank him among the foremost lawmakers in the state. Upon all questions affecting the interests of the county or state, he has always voted right, and he comes before the people upon his record asking preferment, feeling assured that, if merit be the standard of measurement, he has nothing to fear. He is a strong man, both in republican circles and with the opposition, and should he receive the nomination he may be depended upon to be among the leaders in the November victory. FRANK C. BURDETTE In this issue of The Advocate is found the announcement of Attorney Frank C. Burdette, who is a candidate for the republican nomination for prosecuting attorney of Kanawha county. Mr. Burdette is a leading lawyer of the city, and is well known throughout the county. His qualifications for the office to which he aspires are unquestioned, and if chosen, we feel no hesitancy in saying that he would perform the duties of the office with integrity and faithfulness. Mr. Burdette is a hard working republican, and would be a strong addition to the county ticket. He is a son of Judge Burdette, and his nomination means election. RAYMOND CITY Rev. Nelson Barnett filled his pulpit here Sunday, and preached two sermons. He left Monday for his home in Huntington. Mrs. Emma Dickerson and Mrs. Nannie Stevenson, of Baneroft, made a flying trip to our city. Saturday. Mrs. Cornelia Coles was a business visitor to Charletson last week. Mr. and Mrs. I. W. Cogle and Mrs. Martha Dickerson spent Sunday at Baneroft. C. E. Saunders and H. B. Goode spent Sunday in Charleston with their families. B. J. Alexander was called to Charleston last week by the death of his daughter. The body was brought here. Wednesday, for burial. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Carey were called to Charleston by the death of their sister. Jerry Womack and four of his children are on the sick list. Marie James is very ill with the fever. Mrs. L. H. Duckwyler is indisposed at this writing. Mrs. Mary Lee is reported no better at this writing. Hopson Prentiss is on the sick list this week. L. R. Prentiss was in Charleston last week. Giles Dickerson spent Sunday in Charleston. Mrs. Romie West, of Bidwell Ohio, was visiting friends here, Monday. ST. ALBANS. Jefferson Pierce remains ill. Rev. R. M. Mayhew, of Charleston, delivered an excellent sermon to a large congregation at St. Paul church, Sunday. Edward Fukery spent Thursday at Huntington. Mrs. Martha E. Payne (nee Willis) passed through our two last week on her way to McKendree to visit his nephew, George Barnes, who is reported very ill. THE CHARLESTON MAIL in Charleston, Friday. Rev. N. Barnett, of Huntington, spent a few days here last week. Miss Lizzie Johnson, of Five Mile, is the guest of Miss Myrtle Williams, R. H. Allen, who has employment at Winifrede, is spending a few days her with his family. Miss Ruffner Overaull, a student at the West Virginia Colored Institute, spent Saturday and Sunday here with her parents. Mrs. Margaret Harris is able to be out after a serious illness. Mr. and Mrs. Percy Friend spent Sunday at home. The B. B. club met with J. W. Price, Tuesday. Mrs. Alice Earley is spending the week at Huntington. Allen Preston was a business visitor to Charleston last week. Samuel Williams has as his guest Frank Cooper. FAIRMONT. Mrs. Mound Harris was called to Allegheny by the death of her aunt. Mrs. Walter Scott and little grandson were business visitors to Morgantown, Thursday. Prof. Charles Florence, of Monongah, was calling on friends here, Sunday. Mrs. Oliver Blue has about recovered from her recent illness. The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Martin is much improved at this writing. Little Doris Morton is quite well again. B. P. Ryalls, of Norfolk, Va., is here on business. Miss Grayce Martin entertained the Swastiska club at the home of her sister, Mrs. Charles Nelson, Thursday afternoon. Harry Johnson will move his family from Hull street, to 6th street, next week. Mrs. Daly Martin entertained the Four O'clock's quite handsomely, Friday evening. The spelling match given at Mt. Zion Baptist church last Friday night, was quite a success. Earl West and Miss Lena Jackson spelling the most words. Rev. B. B. Martin will preach his farewell sermon Sunday, March 22, and leave for conference the week following. Mrs. F. H. Jackson will also attend the conference, being the delegate sent from here to Baltimore. The K. of P.'s are arranging for a ball in the near future. Little Reginald Beckwith was ill a few days the past week. MT. HOPE Rev. J. E. Dotson, pastor of M. E. church, preached his farewell sermon, Sunday, to a large congregation. A collection of $50 was lifted. Rev. Dotson has been pastor two years and is known and liked by all who have heard him. Conference could send no better man here in his stead, and it is hoped that he will be returned to this charge. He will leave shortly for Baltimore, at which place conference will be held. The colored republicans of Silver Creek precinct met Friday night and organized what is styled the "Gaines Progressive Clu," with Garrett S. White, president; A. E. Henderson, secretary. The club has 49 members and will meet ever other Thursday night at Scott's Hill. After organizing, the club, preceded by the Citizens band, marched to the city opera house, where more than a half score of candidates addressed the meeting and made known their wants. Miss Bertha Thompson, student at W. V. C. L., was compelled to return home on account of an attack of fever, and is but slightly improved, although her condition is not considered dangerous. Revival is being held at the Kilsyth the Baptist church, of which Rev. Thornton is pastor. ANSTED. Miss Lula Wooldridge and Mrs. Luvenia Wooldridge have gone to Richmond to stay indefinitely. Mrs. Sarah Goines is on the sick list. Friday the Rosebud Mothers and the little Rosebuds are requested to meet with the state's deputy at 12:30 o'clock by the senior and junior mothers, Mrs. Edmonds and Mrs. Banks. Uncle Lou Page keeps indisposed. Mr. and Mrs. Dandridge, of Page, were the guests of Mrs. Frank Snyder. Monday night the voters of this place will meet and discuss the best way for the colored man to cast his vote that it may be a help to his race. Aunt iVney Hicks is better, and was calling on friends up town, Sunday. Sam Clay was at Minden, Sunday, in the interest of the True Reformers. Mrs. Nelson and daughter, of Long Acre, are here the guests of her daughter, Mrs. Skipper. Sam Clay was elected chairman of the Ansted republican club, Frank Snyder secretary, and James Edmonds treasurer. CARBON. Miss Bessie Richardson, of South Carbon, was calling on friends here, Friday evening. The ladies' aid society met in regular session. Thursday night. The meeting was called to order by Vice President Mrs. E. M. Holland. As there was no subject for discussion, the regular business was dispensed with. Then the society resolved to MILITARY HOSPITAL ARE YOU WORKING FOR MONEY OR IS YOUR MONEY 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 to tothis office. LET YOUR MONEY WORK FOR YOU Pythian Mutual Investment Associaion ```markdown ``` S: W.STARKS, President 9th of April, proceeds for the benefit of the church. Friday night the Foraker club was called together by President A. J. Wood. Rev. P. P. Holland being present, made a short address. We also had an address from W. O. Jones, candidate for the office of justice of peace of this district. Saturday the band was called to go to East Bank to the convention. They report a good time. J. H. Price, of South Carbon, was calling on the young folks here, Friday and Saturday. Peter Booker, who has been confined to his room the past week with grip, is able to be out again. W. H. Alston was in Charleston last week on business. PAGE Mr. and Mrs. Frank Stanley, Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Washington, Miss Georgia Banks and Goode Broad were visiting Mrs. Martin at Kincaide, Sunday. Mrs. Geo, Lewis and Mrs. Earley were visiting friends at Sewell, Saturday. B. Harris and Ernest Callpway returned home Saturday. J. W. Dandridge has returned from Mt. Carbon. The many friends of Geo. Anderson will be sorry to know he is quite ill at Rush Run. R. W. Snead has returned from Glen Jean. Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Jones, a daughter. J. Scott, of St. Albans, is visiting Mrs. W. Melton this week. Todd Kinney, of Sewell, was calling on Miss Banks last Monday evening. Mrs. Alice Boling went to Mt. Carbon, Monday night, to attend her lodge. R. B. Jones was a business visitor to Montgomery last week. Chas. Calloway was calling in Montgomery last Thursday. BUCKHANNON. Mrs. Enos Mumford, who has been sick, is better at this writing. Mrs. Ada Clay, of Clarksburg, spent several days here last week, visiting Ms. Thornton Jackson, who has been in poor health all winter. H. D. Hazlewood, of Parkersburg, spent Sunday with friends here. Miss Addie Mumford entertained a few of her friends on last Tuesday evening. Edgar, the little son of Mr. and Mrs. Eddas Williams, who has been quite ill, is improving slowly. The social given by the members of Silver Leaf club, Thursday night, was well attended. The ladies' aid society met with Mrs. Agnes Murphy last Friday evening. After the business session was over delicious refreshments were served. Mrs. Bertha Lewis entertained at dinner, last Sunday, Misses Frances Morton and Georgia Sutton. Mrs. Ada Dickinson was hostess to the Silver Leaf club, Friday evening. A very enjoyable evening was spent by those present. Mrs. Mildred Smith is on the sick list. Miss Margaret Reid has been unable to attend school the past week on account of sickness, but is some what improved at the present time. RED STAR Mr. and Mrs. Burgess, of Sun, were in town, Sunday, and spent the day. T. G. Gregory was at Stone Cliff, Sunday. Dr. S. A. Washington was at Thayer, Saturday, on business. Mrs. L. O. McIver is somewhat indisposed. Mr. Benton spent Sunday afternoon with John Early, of Stone Cliff. Miss Mickens, teacher 'at Stone Cliff, passed through the town, Saturday, en route to Greenstown. Mesdames Gains and Benton spent Sunday afternoon on Harvey Hill, guests of Mesdames Gray and Roach. Rufus Leftwich and Lewis Early, of Glen Jean, were business callers here, Saturday. E. McIver was seen in our town last week. Mr. and Mrs. Beuton spent Friday in Glen Jean. Miss A. Y. Brown, of Mt. Hope, was a business visitor here. Thursday, returning Friday morning. Rev. G. W. Mead was here Wednesday afternoon. Charleston, W. Va. A CLARION NOTE. Certain of our race editors are tossing their ready caps in air and splitting the heavens with shouts of joy upon the insertion of the suffrage plank in the Ohio platform. "What fools we mortals be." If we remember aright, a plank of the same kind of wood, of the same length, breadth and thickness was to be found in the platform built by the Republican national convention at Chicago four years ago. Alas and alack! What did it profit the Negro? It carried the party across the stream and has been stored in the attic ever since, despite the efforts to drag it forth made by a few well-meaning but misguided zealots, who, in their simplicity, think a party should keep its ante-election promises. Yes. "Ohio spoke out in such strong language as to make it a clarion note." the same old clarion note we have been hearing quadriennially since reconstruction days. MUTUAL REQUIREMENTS "Bridget, can ye make good bread?" "Sure, Dinnis. Can you supply the dough?" $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 $3.50 Special Styles for Young Men. See Our Window Display. Prices Will Please You. HENRY SMITH One Price Clothier Cor. Capitol & Kanawha St. THURSDAY, MARCH 19, 1908. "GOOD LUCK" BAKING BREAD No housewife or baker can have "good luck" If the flour is poor. Why not use the flour that every- body speaks well of? Few flours ever had such a good reputation as It is a Flower with Life to It. It is purity itself; it is snowy white; it makes light, white, nutritious bread. While it is going to raise, sure guarantee you can get against sourness and sogness. If you don't like it, We are behind him in this. The Dewey Bros. Co., Millers Blancheton, Ohio. WANTED—Salesmen for your state for remarkable fuel and labor saving device for boilers selling for $50. Over 20,000 in use in the United States and Canada. Also hardware salesmen to carry as side line our wonderful newly patented spirit level. Diamond Power Specialty Co., Detroit, Mich. Moving Time One Week Hence In the meantime we are offering GREAT BARGAINS in all lines of Clothing and Gents' Furnishings A full line of NEW SPRING STETSONS Come in this week. You ought to see them. Don't forget the GREAT VALUE offered in our SPECIAL $2.00 HAT Next week we will move to room in the Bradford building now being vacated by Coyle & Richardson. Henry Smith One Price Clothier Cor. Cap. and Kan. Sts. We have a new line of GAS STAND LAMPS Come in and look them over COFFEY Plumbing Co. Quarrier St., near Capitol 11 CHARLESTON Mrs. Marie Mason, who has been in the city since Christmas, left Sunday for Ashland, Ky., to spend two weeks. From there Mrs. Mason goes to Pittsburg, where she will remain during the summer. The innai cerenquences of initiating and installing the officers and member of Providence Council, No. 756, independent Order of St. Lukes, were held at the K. of P. hall, last night, by State Deputy A. P. Straughter. The lodge has over 80 members and starts out under the most favorable circumstances. They will meet the second and fourth Monday nights of each month at the K. of P. hall, and their officers for the ensuing term are: R. W. P. C. Emery R. Carter; R. W. C., Geo. Ewanzer; R. W. V. C., Miss Mary E. J. Jones; R. M. Sec., O. A. Wells; R. W. Treas, J. M. Jones; R. W. Chaplain, Grant Jones. The first meeting toward its organization was held Friday night by Kanawha Lodge, No. 130, of the Independent Beneficial Order of Elks of the World. At this meeting officers were elected as follows: W. O. Terry, Exalted Ruler; J. H. Taylor, Esteemed Leading Knight; T. G. Nutter, Esteemed Lecturing Knight; R. L. Jones, Esteemed Loyal Knight; William Ray, Organist; J. W. Chapelle, Chaplain; Fleet Porterfield, Treasurer; Levi C. Campbell, Secretary; John Chambers, Esquire; Thomas Hale, Inner Guard; William Walker, Tiller; J. F. J. Clark, H. L. Spinner and W. E. Preston, Trustees. The initiation of 75 candidates will be held on the 27th, at the K. of P. hall, where the lodge will meet the second and fourth Friday nights of each month. Harry Preston very pleasantly entertained a few friends, Wednesday evening, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Stephenson, on Bibby street, Cards were the divertissement of the evening. Those present were; Misses Esther uFlks, Nettie Ellott, Hazel Lucas, Mary Dickinson, Mary Preston, Rebecca Carr, Virginia Gilmer and Lillian Taylor; Messrs. Noble Mitchell, Henry Burke, Alvin Spaniol, T. G. Nutter, Henry Smith, jr., and Harry Preston. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Wilson had as guests at dinner, Monday, Mr. and Mrs. Stevens. Miss Julia Bush and Misses Julia Lovely and Lizzie Wayne were in the city Tuesday to attend the funeral of Annestine Wilson. All communication sent to this office for publication must be signed by the writer. Cards of thanks and notices of entertainments of whatever nature to which admission is charged must be paid for at the rate of ten cents per printed line. Rev. W. H. Walker returned Saturday, from Parkersburg, where he conducted a revival last week for Rev. E. E. O'Brien. Rev. S. R. Bullock, pastor of the First Baptist church, will exchange pulpits with Rev. S. A. Thurston, of the Second Baptist church at Huntington, Sunday. Tuesday, Mrs. Steptoe Tinsley, after an illness of several months, passed to her final reward. Mrs. Tinsley was one of the oldest citizens of Charleston and was highly respected among a large number of friends. Her husband has been in poor health for about a year and but little hope is entertained for his recovery. J. M. Carper entertained a few of his friends, last night, at his residence on Bradford street, the occasion being the celebration of his thirty-ninth birthday. Rev. J. W. Waters, of the Simpson M. E. church preaches his farewell sermon Sunday night, preparatory to his departure for the annual conference which convenes at Baltimore. There has been a phenomenal improvement in the condition of the church, both as to members and finance, during Rev. Waters pastorate. The misunderstandings, which threaten before his arrival to disrupt the organization, have all been cleared up, and the church is unanimously favorable to his return to this charge. For the first time in many years the pastor and the congregation of Simpson are together and the delegation which will accompany him will ask that he be returned. Phyllis Wheatley Court, No. L, Order of Calanthe, will give another of its popular entertainments at the K. of P. hall, Tuesday night. Music and refreshments will be furnished for the enjoyment of their guests. The ladies' aid of the First Baptist church had a shower at the parsonage, Tuesday night, for the indigent members of the church. Mrs. W. H. Walker, of 415 Shrewsbury street, is confined to her bed with german measles. Tuesday night, Rev. E. E. O'Brien, of Parkesburg, commenced a ten-day meeting at the St. Paul \ M. E. church. Services are held every day at 3 and 8 p. m. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Gibson, en route from Ward to their home to Roanoke, Va., entertained a few friends at Brown's hotel, Tuesday eventing. The ladies' aid society of St. Paul A. M. E. church was entertained by Mrs. Viola Wright at her residence, on Brown street, Thursday evening. Electric Combs at Mrs. Brown's, 500 Capitol street. Adv. Miss Mary Thompson, at Cincinnati, was in the city, Monday. Mrs. Anthony Price is indisposed. Miss Caroline Rice returned, Saturday, from a successful business trip to Sewell and Quinnimont. Miss Gertrud. Washington, of Tuskegee, and Miss Clara Johnston. of Malden, were guests of the Misses Rice this week. Mrs. Jas. I. Thomgs, of Winifrede, was the guest of relatives in the city this week. Mrs. J. F. Carr and daughter, Miss Minle, of Manlett, Ohio, were guests of Mrs. H. B. Rice the first of the week. Miss Carr was on her way to institute to take the teachers' review course. Miss M. B. Jeffries was the Sunday guest of Mrs. Amanda Johnston at Malden. John Washington, superintendent of industries at Tuskegee Institute, spent Saturday here with friends. GARNETT SCHOOL ITEMS The children in the primary grade are, just now, very much interested in the awakening of nature. The spring affords rich opportunity to impress the children with the beauty of the outdoor world. The study of birds from twigs and the awakening of the grass are proving very fascinating. The new spring songs, games and stories are adding much to the animation and enthusiasm. The children have been especially interested this winter in the manual training work. Superintendent Laddley has furnished considerable material for manual training and kindergarten work, which, beside being a source of delight, has taught them to use their hands. Since the holidays art work has been changed from pencil to brush, with water colors. Mr. A. W. Croft, supervisor of drawing of the city schools, plans the work of the grade, and the simple little designs the little ones are able to make are a source of pride, both to them and their parents. Miss Stella James, the substitute teacher, assists with the work of the primary grade in the afternoon, which makes a more rapid advancement possible. Pupils of the grade neither absent nor tardy for the month of February: James Burks, Wiley Furgett, Catherine Scott, Clara Board, Louise Wade, Chas. Shoats, Jack McGee, Macoe Colberts, Augustus Shoats, Allen De Honey. The G. H. S. literary society had a very interesting round table discussion, Friday afternoon. The discussions were led by the following: Naolia Farrar, Lillian Byrd, Hazel Lucas, Rebecca Green, Irene McCoy, Edward Fulks, Joseph Bowles, Edward James, Roy James, and Pres. Gurnett Ferguson. After the discussion a ninteresting talk on "Mars Compared With Other Planets," was delivered by the Principal, J. F. J. Clark. The society was then given a treat in the form of an elaborately prepared budget by Irene McCoy. Prof. Byrd Prillerman, of Institute, spent Friday at Garnett school. He visited each room and was both entertaining and instructive in his remarks to the children of various grades. His talk on the subject of rheoric was especially helpful to the members of the sophomore class. In addressing the high school, he told of his great interest in the school, from the fact that he was at one time a member of its faculty, and he spoke in the highest terms of the work that is now being done.. He admired very much the material improvements which have taken place in the building during his absence, and expressed his satisfaction that the students themselves are keeping pace, in mental development, with the external improvements which have been made. Both teachers and students enjoyed the visit of Prof. Prillerman, and felt honored to have him as their guest. INSTITUTE Andrew Chandler returned to Institute, Wednesday, and took his daughter Abbie to the hospital. William Robinson returned from Parkersburg, Wednesday, and resumed his studies at the West Virginia Colored Institute. Dr. and Mrs. R. L. Jones and daughter Helen were Institute callers, Saturday and Sunday. Mrs. Z. Taylor Brown was called to Montgomery, Saturday, on account of the serious illness of her daughter, Mrs. H. H. Railey. Miss Nina Clinton, of Charleston, spent Saturday and Sunday at Institute. Profs. S. H. Guss, Byrd Prillerman and Miss Mary Eubank made a business trip to Charleston, Friday. Miss Ruth A. Banks left for her home in Charleston, Tuesday evening. For the first time in its history, the Home Makers club opened its doors to visitors of the sterner sex. The club met Saturday afternoon at the residence of Mrs. Douglas Carter. The following program was rendered: Scripture reading. Invocation. Essay, Mrs. W. H. Lowry. Recitation, Mrs. George Collins. Select reading, Mrs. Douglas Carter. Recitation, Mrs. Byrd Prillerman. Select reading, Mrs. J. McHenry Jones. Recitation, Mrs. R. L. Brown. At the close of the program, which was highly appreciated, a dainty reuset was served. The following visitors were present: Mrs. R. L. Jones, Miss Aliceen Harper, Messrs. E. M. Burgess, W. H. Lowry and Byrd Prillerman. Mrs. A. W. Curtis spent Saturday at Institute. There was a slight fire in Atkin- THE ADVOCATE. son hall of the West Virginia Colored Institute, Sunday. The damage is not worth mentioning. Miss Hassle Brown visited her parents at Institute, Sunday. The Y. M. C. A. will give an entertainment in Hazlewood assembly hall, Friday evening. Our outteemed townsmen, A. W. Curtis and C. E. Mitchell, were appointed delegates to the republican convention to be held at Hinton. NEGRO FAIR Continued from page one. race in Dr. Newsome and his co-workers. Shares are held at $5, but an extraordinary effort is being made by the directors to have the colored people everywhere to invest one dollar at once, in order to push on the work of construction, and this will be deemed and receipted for as a 20 per cent. payment on one share. The fair, built on the elaborate scale proposed, will cost in the neighborhood of $1,000,000, and the much-needed $250,000 can be secured within the next few weeks. If the public-spirited Negroes of the nation will subscribe for from $1 to $5 worth of stock. Dr. Newsome is urging every Negro who is interested in the advancement of the race to invest at least $1 at once, as he feels that the vast enterprise under way stands for unlimited possibilities for the future. Assurance is given that no loss is possible, as the officers are fully bonded, and are legally responsible. According to testimony before the congressional committee, this National Negro fair is to be a permanent institution, to open in November and December of each year, with exhibits from every state and territory, and will be under an exclusively Negro management. Dr. H. N. Newsome, the president and general manager, with offices at 555 1-2 Dauphin street, Mobile, Alabama, is pastor of the Metropolitan A. M. E. church of that city, a man of high character and thorough reliability and one of the most prominent divines in the country. He is recommended by the bench of bishops and best elements of the race, north, east, west and south. The designing architect, who has planned the 12 commodious departmental buildings is Mr. R. R. Taylor, director of industries at Tuskegee institute. The supervising architect and constructing engineer is Mr. John A. Lankford, of Washington, D. C., where branch offices have been established at 317 6th street, N. W., from which point information will be furnished to the people of the north and east. Mr. A. H. Jackson is secretary. Prof. J. C. Banks, formerly of Tuskegee institute, is corresponding secretary, and Messrs. G. W. Simms and A. J. Sager, well-known business men, are the bonded treasurers. Dr. Newsome says the sale of stock and the construction of the buildings will be pushed with vigor, and when the announcement of the opening is made, he will guarantee the race that at Mobile it will have the very best showing of Negro achievement that has ever been presented to mortal vision. We shall keep track of the development of this stupendous enterprise and acquaint the public with its progress from time to time. CHURCH AND LODGE DIRECTORY Churches. First Baptist Church, Rev. S. R. Bullock, pastor—Services Sunday at 11:00 a. m. and 7:30 p. m.; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; B. Y. P. U., 6:30 p. m.; Communion the first Sunday of each month; Choir rehearsal; Tuesday evening; Prayer meeting, Wednesday evening; Ladies' Aid, Thursday afternoon; Young People's meeting, Friday evening; General Missionary meeting the first Friday of each month. Simpson M. E. Church, Rev. J. W. Waters, pastor—Services Sunday at 11:00 a. m. and 7:30 p. m.; Sunday school, 2:30 Class; 4:00 and Epworth League, 6:30 p. m.; Class meetings, Monday; Tuesday and Friday at 8:00 p. m.; Prayer meeting, Wednesday at 8:00 p. m.; Young People's prayer meeting Tuesday at 8:00; Church Aid No. 1 meets every Thursday; Church Aid No. 2 meets Fridays; The Lifters and Willing Workers meet Thursday evening. Knights of Pythias. Capital City Lodge No. 1 meets the first and third Thursday nights of each month at the K. of P. Hall. H. B. Rice, C. C.; C. W. Boyd, K. of R. & S. West Virginia Lodge No. 60 meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month at the K. of P. Hall. J. W. Chappelle, C. C.; E. R. Carter, K. of R. & S. Uniform Bank Carlon Co. No. 1, and Mountain State Co. No. 20 meet the second and fourth Friday nights at the K. of P Hall, Ed Jackson, Capt, Co. No. 1 William Jefferson, Recorder, M. A Holmes, Capt. Co. No. 20. Order of Calanthe Phyllis Wheatley Court No. 1 meets the second and fourth Tuesday nights of each month at the K. of P. Hall. Mrs. Mattie Moss, W. C.; Mrs. M. J. Hazlewood, W. R. of Deeds. Eureka Court No. 35 meets the first and third Monday nights of each month at the K. of P. Hall. Geo Bailey, W. C.; William Peters, W. R. of Deeds. A. F. & A. M Washington Lodge No. 6, A. F. & A. M., meets the first and third Friday nights of each month at the K. STERRETT BROTHER Special Sale For Ten Days BEGINNING Wednesday Morning, March 18 Ending Saturday Night, March 28 Thousands of dollars worth of seasonable merchandise will be offered at a big reduction in price. The goods in this sale have all been purchased within the last ten days, from manufacturers and importers who were anxious to sell. You will find every item we offer A BARGAIN that cannot be duplicated. As this will be our last special sale for this season, it should be of interest to all economical buyers. There are many new lines of high-class merchandise that will be shown during this sale. You will find in our big show windows many handsome novelties at special reduced prices. Sale Will Be Made for Ten Days Only STERRETT BROTHERS (Special sale goods will positively not be charged.) DRESS GOODS DEPARTMENT At 50c yard we offer 1,000 yards of All Wool Dress Goods. (A new purchase.) That were manufactured to retail at 90c, $1, $1.25 and $1.50 yard. They are in plain and fancy Weaves, and all the leading shades for this season, and at the special price, 50c yard, is the best Dress Goods bargain we have ever offered. "Priestly" Black Dress Goods, and all other Fine Dress Materials for this sale. 10 per cent. off selling price. SILKS. WHITE GOODS Fancy White Goods, wide paid and striped effect, 25c. quality; sale price..18c. yd 40 inch White Lawn, 15c. quality; sale price..12 1-2c. yd 40 inch Fine White Lawn, 16c. quality; sale price.13 1-2c yd 46 inch Fine Persian Lawn, 20c. quality; sale price..15c. yd 46 inch Fine Imported Persian price .....19c. yd English "Long Cloth" (12 yard pieces) $1.75 quality; sale price .....$1.38 pe Fine "Nainsook," 18c quality; sale price .....13 1-2c yd Fine "Nainsook," 25c quality; sale price .....19c yd "Auto" Cloth, White, Light Blue and Pink, 12 1-2c. quality; sale price .....10c. yd "Auto" Cloth, White and all Colors, 15c. quality; sale price .....12 1-2c. yd Dainty Silk finished Mulls, in all the new desirable styles. An excellent assortment of patterns, 50c quality; sale price .....25c. yd DOMESTIC DEPARTMENT. Yard wide soft finish Bleached Muslin, 10c. quality; sale price.....7 1-2c. yd Yard wide "Hope" Bleached Muslin, 12 1-2c. quality; sale price.....9c. yd Lonsdale Fine Cambric, 15c quality; sale price.....12 1-2c. yd Neat patterns in Dress Ginghams, 12 1-2c. quality; sale price.....10c. yd All styles best Percales, 15c quality; sale price.....12 1-2c. yd LACE WAISTS. At $4.90 we give you choice of an elegant Line of Lace and Net Waists, that were manufactured to sell for $6.50 and $7; they are in white, ivory, and ceru. WASH, TAILORED WAISTS The new Wash Waists in tailored styles, white and colored effects, (the newest in Waists), special sale price, $1.00. White Waists, lace and embroidered, $2.25 quality; sale price, $1.68. Handsome White Waists, in this season's newest styles. Manufactured to sell at $7. Sale price, $1.90. There are many new lines this sale. You will find i special reduced prices. Sale Will STERRE 112 (Special sale goods will positi of P. Hall, J. H. Taylor, W. M.: William Wright, Sec'y. G. F. O. of O. F. Kanawha Light Lodge No. 1637 G. F. O. of O. F. meets at Franken- berger K. of P. Hall the first and third Monday nights of each month N. C. Walton, N. G.; H. B. Rice P. S. Household of Ruth. Household of Ruth No. 163 meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month at the Frankenberger Hall. Allen DeHonney, M. N. G.; Mrs. Lizzie Waynesboro, Sec'y. At 75c, balance of our lace and embroidered trimmed White Waists that have been selling at $1.00 and $1.25. Sale price, 75c, each. MUSLIN UNDERWEAR SALE We call attention to our extensive showing of Muslim Underwear at popular prices. You will find our 98c. line of "Gowns," "Skirts," "Drawers" and "Corset Coats" to be the same that others are compelled to get $1.50 for. We show twelve styles lace and embroidery trimmed "Gowns" at 98c.; also eight styles white "Skirts," wide embroidery and lace flounce, at 98c. You will find nothing to compare with them under $1.50. We also show for this sale, ten styles of "Corset Covers," lace and embroidery trimmed at 48c. Ladies' Cambric and Muslim Drawers with hem-stitched ruffle, also lace and embroidery trimmed at 30c and 48c. No duplicates for 50 per cent. advance. Misses and Children's Drawers, 2 to 12 years, at 15c, 18c and 25c pair. Misses, 14 to 16 years, Drawers, 25c to 48c. LONG GLOVES Red French Kid Gloves, in black, brown and tan, $3.00 quality. Sale price, $2.38. 16 button real French Kid Gloves, in black, brown, tan, white grey and dark red, $3.50 quality. Sale price, $2.08. KIMONAS. LADIES' HOSE. We offer during this sale, an imported black lilac Stocking, our regular 25c quality; sale price, 3 pairs for $50. HAND BAGS. Ladies' Shopping Bags, in five styles, black, tan and brown, $1.00 qualities; sale price, (your choice), 50c. RIBBONS. Tafetta Silk Ribbons, 5 inches wide in brown, navy, light blue, pink and lavender, 20c quality; sale price, 15c yard. HANDKERCHIEF SPECIALS Ladies' Embroidered Handkerchiefs, 10c and 12 1-2c quality; sale price, 4 for 25c. Ladies' Hemstitched Embroidered Handkerchiefs, 15c quality; sale price, 10c. Men's all linen hemstitched Handkerchiefs, 15c and 20c quality; sale price, 10c each. LINEN SALE. “Table Linen,” “Towels,” and “Crashes” at reduced prices. 64 inch Table Linen.....25¢ yd 68 inch Silver Bleach Linen.48¢ yd 64 inch Silver Bleach Linen.58¢ yd 70 inch Bleached Linen.....79¢ yd 72 inch Bleached Linen.....96¢ yd s of high-class merchandise tha in our big show windows man Be Made for Ten D ETT BRO 2 and 114 Capitol St vely not be charged.) CHURCH AND LODGE DIRECTORY Independent Order of St. Luke's. Providence Council, No. 756, meets the second and fourth Monday nights at the K. of P. hall. Emcey R. Carter, R. W. P. C.; O. A. Wells, Secy. Independent Beneficial Order of Elks. Kanawa肝 No. 130, meets the second and fourth Friday nights of the month at the K. of P. hall. W. O. Terry, Exalted Ruler; Levi C. Campbell, Secy. Even the most expert member of the profession balks at the job of charming a "snake in the grass." 72 inch Damask Linen.....98c yd 72 inch Damask Linen.....81.38 yd Linen Towels, 12 1-2c, 15c, 18c and 25c. Linen and Huck Crashes, 5c, 8 1-3c, 10c, 12 1-2c, and 15c yard. SHEETS AND PILLOW CASES. 81x90 inch Bleached Sheets; special at 58c each. 81x90 Bleached Sheets, that have been selling at 90c; special at 75c each. 36x42 inch Pillow Cases; special at 12 1-2c each. Large size White Bed Spread; regular $1.25 quality; sale price, 95c. TAILORED SKIRTS At $4.50 your choice of tailor- made Skirts, that sold for $5.25 and $6.00. At $5.98 your choice of tailor- made Skirts that were sold for $7.50. At $7.90 your choice of tailored Skirts, that sold for $10.50. REMNANT COUNTER. Seven hundred remnants of all kinds of domestic Dry Goods, Dress Goods, Silks and white Goods at half price. PEARL BUTTONS. Five hundred gross White Buttons; 2 dozen for 5c. LACE CURTAINS. LINOLEUM BARGAIN. Standard quality Linoleum, yards wide, at a special price of square yard. (Not lald.) Bring measure of your room. CARPETS AND RUGS We will make you during this sale a 15 per cent. discount on "Brussels," "Axminster," "Wilton," and "Velvet" Carpets. Brussels Rugs, 9x12 feet, $15.00 Rugs; sale price, $12.00. Brussels Rugs, 9x12 feet, $18.00 Brussels Rugs. 9x12 feet. $18.00 Rugs; sale price. $15.00. Velvet Rugs, 9x12 feet, $23.50 Rugs; sale price, $10.50. Wilton Velvet Seamless Rugs, 9x12 feet, $28.00 Rugs; sale price, $23.50. Royal Wilton Rugs, 9x12 feet, $42.50 uftgs; sale price, $37.50. Door and Hall Rugs, 27x34 inch and 22x34 inch, made from high grade Velvets and Brussels samples. Sale price, $65c. 26x72 in Royal Axminster Rugs, a new line of Oriental patterns, $4.50 quality; sale price, $3.38. at will be shown during y handsome novelties at Days Only OTHERS reet A boom has been launched by a number of admiring friends of J. M. Slack, elected to council Monday from the Seventh ward, to place him in the running for sheriff on the democratic ticket. The kind of boosters behind the boom is the kind that does things and they are confident that they can work the slate just right to get for Mr. Slack just what they want him to have in the way of political preferment. With money to burn, any fool with both eyes shut can find matches in unlimited supply. Clothes That Stand Close Scrutiny FRANKENBERGER & COMPANY Continued from page one. has been seriously retarded by the enmity of th ecolored voters, and it is also a fact that the opposition to the secretary has raised the question of his ability to carry, if nominated, such states as Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, West Virginia and others on account of the possible defection by the colored vote. Even friends of Mr. Taft have reported that the situation was becoming serious, and consequently it is not surprising that the president made up his mind to plaete this element of the republican party, if possible. Whether his action today will accomplish the purpose intended remains to be seen. A bill extending the time limit for reinstatement of the discharged soldiers was drawn up last week in accordance with the president's recommendation, and was discussed by the senate military committee. Senator Foraker has a bill which goes much further, for it is predicated upon the innocence of the Negro troops. It provides for their reinstatement, the restoration of the civil rights of which they were deprived, the clearing of their military records and their reimbursement for the pay lost since their dismissal. It the military committee reports the administration bill. Senator Foraker will offer his as a substitute on the floor of the senate, and then will come one of the most trying tests to which the republican members of that body have been subjected for a long time. Having great regard, political rather than social, for their Negro constituents at this particular time, the average republican will probably hesitate to give them half the loaf extended by the president, instead of the whole loaf offered to them by Senator Foraker. The democorists also are in an awkward position, particularly the five members of the military committee, who, with the three republicans, signed the majority report declaring that the president was justified in discharging the battalion. On account of the race prejudice in the south, not because they enjoy upholding the president, these democorists indorsed his action, but now they have serious doubts whether to support the bill to enable the soldiers to reconstitute. Some of their colleagues realize that they failed to embrace a splendid opportunity to put it on the republicans, and instead of blaming themselves for it they are disposed to find fault with the president for leaving them in a hole. As a rule the democorists can be depended upon to miss a political trick. However, the republican members of the committee felt rather THE BAUE & FISH C 28 AND 30 Beef, Veal. M Fresh Pork and W Our Own Try our ma Hams an OYSTERS, FIS The Best Qu popular kinds o BAUER MEAT FISH COMPANY AND 30 CAPITOL f, Veal. Mullon, P Fresh Pork Sausage and Weiner Our Own Make Try our machine sliced rams and Bac STERS, FISH, POULT The Best Qualities in all the popular kinds of Beef, Veal. Mutton, Pork Fresh Pork Sausage and Weiner Our Own Make Try our machine sliced The Best Qualities in all the popular kinds of Cheese We want you we have complex lines and you can want it most. We want your patronage have complete stock in and you can get it when it most. 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There are certain advantages a man derives in coming here for clothes. Our Clothing always pays the buyer a good satisfaction. Note ints: of fabrics. of the tailoring. of correct styles. of the stock that in- t for any size or us. together with tures, should in- ake your spring e. NKENI ONLY ONE sheepish since, soon after finding the Negro soldiers guilty of shooting up the town, they were impelled to indorse a bill making it easy for them to get back into the army. But before patrols, they are trained to suffer without complaint when the great principle of political expediency is at stake. Senator Foraker was feeling happy over the developments today, and was so excited in spirit when the Brownsville case came up in the senate that he made a comical break in addressing the chair. Whenever a senator arises to speak he begins with "Mr. President," but in the course of his remarks submitting his minority report Mr. Foraker addressed the vice president as "Your Honor" as they do a judge in court. This caused a general laugh, in which the speaker himself joined, but he quickly added, in humorous tone: "Coming events often cast their windows before, and I may be addressing a court before long." Of course, this was a facetious way of referring to his "elimination" from public life, which has been scheduled by the opposition to take place next March. Senator Culberson inquired why legislation was necessary to permit the president to reinstate the soldiers of the 25th regiment, and Mr. Warren, chairman of the committee, replied that the president had no authority to restore them without all rights and privileges after 29 days, and for that purpose the proposed legislation would have to be enacted. In presenting his minority report, Foraker, dropping into the language of the court, proceeded to say: "Now, if your honor, please (laughter greeted him), coming events cast their shadows, and may be influenced the words," added Mr. Foraker, Vice President Fairbanks being in the chair. Mr. Tillman said he wanted all the reports and the president's message printed in a single volume. "I also want in the document," said Mr. Tillman, "the message of the president discharging those men and then his message taking it back." After taking his seat Mr. Tillman again arose and added, in rasping tones: "I want the entire report so it can be sent out for the benefit of the migrants of the country." Senator Bailey inquired whether the committee had prepared a bill to reinstate the colored soldiers, referring to the president's recommendation and the recommendation of several members of the committee for legislation to restore the colored soldiers. 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Senator Foraker said the president had not the power to reinstate the men, and added: "He will have to wait on congress before right and justice can be given to those men." After an exchange of words between Mr. Foraker and Mr. Warren the latter said a bill permitting the re-enlistment of the soldiers would be introduced very soon. There were matters concerning their pay that would have to be considered before the bill could be put in. Mr. Foraker said he wanted to know what the committee proposed to do, because he might have a bill to put in himself. Mr. Warren said he thought the committee bill would restore all rights with pay to commence at the time of the re-enlistment. "I agree as to that," said Mr. Foraker. "May we expect the bill to be introduced at an early day?" asked Mr. Foraker. "I think it will be introduced at an early date," replied Mr. Warren. 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