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NEGROES WELCOME BISHOP Election of Bishop Brent, of the Philippines, Hailed With Delight Election of Bishop Brent, of the Philippines, Hailed With Delight as Beginning of a New Dispensation—Further Assurance of Secretary Taft's Nomination on the First Ballot at Chicago—Washington Star's Unanswerable Analysis of the Political Situation—Negro Can Gain Nothing by Supporting the Party of Disfranchisement and Jim Crow Legislation—Why Dancy and Vernon Are at the Methodist Conferences—As Churchman, Not as Politicians—Warner Bill Will Reinstate Soldiers THE ADVOCATE ADVERTISMENTS PLACED IN OUR COLUMNS BRING RESULTS TRY IT. VOLUME VII. NO. 32 NEGROES WEL Election of Bishop Brent, of the Phi Beginning of a New Dispensation— Taft's Nomination on the First Ball Unanswerable Analysis of the Politi Nothing by Supporting the Party o Legislation—Why Dancy and Vern ences—As Churchman, Not as Politi state Soldiers. (By the National Negro Press Bur- eau.) Washington, D. C., May 13.—It is the feeling among churchmen here that the election of the Right Rev. Charles Henry Brent is a bishop of Washington, to succeed the late Bishop Henry Yates Satterlee, marks an effort in the development of the Episcopal church among the rank and file of the colored people of this country. The new prelate is not only a man of lofty Christian character, deep pleth and strong sense of duty, and possessed of a high degree, of moral and physical courage, but he has had vast and varied experience in dealing with the darker races of the world, and can bring to the work a broad-gauged sympathy, as well as a thorough understanding of the intricate problems involved, when ministering to a diocese embracing a large colored population—as is the case in Washington. Bishop-elect Brent's earliest parish work was at the St. Augustine mission in Boston, where he achieved a phenomenal success in bringing the Negro masses into a closer relation with the Episcopal church and spread the influence of true Christianity in puruile that had not known serious missionary effort before. His latest and most suspendous undertaking was to unto the natives of the Philippine Islands, having been assigned to the Orient in 1901 as the missionary bishop of the Philippines. He has erected stately temples in the land of the Moros and laid the foundation of a Christian civilization a faithful acknowledgment of the "Watertood of God and the Brotherhood of Man" impressing the common salvation of humanity regardless of race or color. This experience gives Bishop-elect Brent a peculiar fitness for taking hold of the problems that exist in the District of Columbia, with its 100,000 Negro population. He knows the Negro and his needs, and the Negro is willing to trust his interests to the hands of a spiritual leader who has shown the breadth of vision and fraternal instinct, so marked in the new head of this diocese. Bishop-elect Brent's election was materially promoted by the advocacy and votes of the Negro delegates in the diocesan convention. Six colored clergymen and two laymen represented the Episcopal churches of the race. They were Revs. T. J. Brown, of St. Luke's; O. L. Mitchell, of St. Mary's; W. V. Tunnell, warden of King Hall, Howard University; F. I. A. Bennett, of St. Matthews'; J. C. Van Loo, of St. Monica's; and A. W. F. Collier, of St. Luke's. The laymen, Dr. J. C. Norwood and J. O. Bampfield, came from St. Luke's, the single independent parish in the district. Rector T. J. Brown is especially anxious that Bishop Brent accept the assignment saying that he regards the appointment as provident, and feeling that the new prelate is divinely ordained for the solution of the difficulties that so surely encompass the race in this country in the present crisis. In his opinion, the new duties offered to the bishop of the Philippines are more essential to the peace, prosperity and happiness of our country than those he must lay down, though not disposed to minimize the needs of the Filipinoes. The entire 10,000,000 Negroes in the land are deeply concerned in the coming of the new prelate, and all are anxious that he accept the trust and develop in this social cosmopolis a branch of the Episcopal church so broad in Christian brotherhood and so faithful to the preachments of the Master that it shall stand as a model for every diocese in the land where there are variations in race and color. "All's over except the shouting!" is the message sent out this week by the friends of Secretary Taft. Estimates gleaned from reliable sources in the several states give positive assurances that Mr. Taft will be nominated on the first ballot at the Chicago convention. With nine or ten Taft strongholds, yet to hear from, it is said that Mr. Taft is as good as nominated, and additional votes from the scattering districts, though welcome, will be like "carrying coals to Newcastle." As everybody knows, there will be 980 votes in the convention, with 491 necessary to a choice. The bulletin given out last Saturday night shows 454 votes instructed for Taft, leaving him but 37 to pick up among 171 uninstructed delegates, three-fourths of whom have indicated a preference for the --- THE ADVOCATE. war secretary, to say nothing of the delegates who are being instructed for him directly during the present week—the last of the delegate hunting campaign. The number elected at this writing is 852; the number yet to be elected is 128. The number instructed for the "allies" is 227; 72 are subject to contest. As the day of the convention draws nigh it is gratifying to note the general sentiment of the race, through the pulpit, the press and sidewalk conversation, that the Negro will stand by the republican party, as against the democratic party, no matter who the nominee at Chicago may be. There isn't a candidate mentioned for the republican nomination who can be justly charged with being inimical to the welfare of the colored people. There isn't a democrat who can be nominated who would not owe his political life to the bourbon democracy of the south, and who would not be compelled to endorse the disfranchisement, lynching, peonage, Jim-crowning and other persecutions to which the race is being subjected. Even if they exist under the rule of the republican party in the nation, it must be remembered that these outrages are protected behind the stone wall of states' rights and cannot be reached by the federal power at this time. Yet, the republicans at Ohio, Illinois, Rhode Island and other states have filed protests against all forms of discrimination practiced by the bourbon south, and it is not doubted that the same influences that wrote the plain-spoken suffrage plank in Ohio and other states will see to it that the Chicago convention goes on record in the same unequivocal fashion. Press agents may give glowingly of this candidate and that, but the fact remains that the sensible Negroes are going to stand by the man who is the choice of the country and place themselves in a position whereby they will have a claim upon him when they come forward to ask consideration for the race. The republican nominee will stand upon a platform condemning every form of civil and political proscription, based on color, creed or condition. The democratic party, to which certain sensational agitators advise the Negroes to bolt, dare not hope for success, save through fraud practiced against the race in every known form. It is not difficult for the thinking Negro to choose today whom he will serve! The Washington Star, the clearest-visioned Caucasian journal at the capital, strikes a keynote in discussing the attitude of the Negro toward Judge Taft. The Star says: "A confident contention of the opponents of Judge Taft is that his nomination would cost the republicans the bulk of the Negro vote north of the Mason's and Dixon's line. Nothing, it is asserted, will wipe out or even modify the effect of Brownville on the colored people. They have Judge Taft associated with the president in the dismissal of the Negro battalion, and only await an opportunity to show their feelings at the polls. * * * Some of the ablest colored leaders have advised them in case of Judge Taft's nomination either to take to the woods or vote the democratic ticket. But will this advice continue after Chicago? And if it does will it affect a large number of voters when polling day arrives?" ing questions, goes on to argue: "The intelligent Negro whose vote is received and counted understands that the contest for control is between the republican party and the democratic party. One or the other will win in November. No other party will have a ghost of a chance. If therefore, the Negro takes to the woods, he will aid the democracy. If he votes the democratic ticket, he will aid it all the more. Will he aid it at all? It is a hundred to one that were Mr. Bryan a member of the senate he would support the president in the Brownsville business. As the leader of his party he endorses the disfranchisements of the south, and is willing to accept the unconstitutional electoral votes those measures have produced. He is against the enforcement of the constitution on that subject. How then would the Negro be benefited by helping to bring Mr. Bryan into power. What would, what could Mr. Bryan do for him in return for his support? In effect, therefore, the proposition is that if Judge Taft is nominated the Negro CHARLESTON, WEST VIRGINIA, MAY 14. 1908 should vote for revenge for the other man. Will time not motilize the contending elements. The campaign will last three months, and appeals for revenge are hard to sustain as against argument. Besides, the discharged Negro soldiers may meanwhile have been re-enlisted, and the Chicago platform may echo the Ohio platform upon which Judge Taft is now standing." As a parting shot, the Star clinches its unanswerable statement of the situation, by this warning: "Dq not count the Negroes against Taft at the polls until they have so recorded themselves." Some irresponsible scribbler has scattered a rumor broadcast that the Continued on page three. FACTORY To Manufacture Church Furniture at Nashville Baptist Publishing House Adds Another Feature to Its Progressive Business and Will Make Pews, Desks, Etc. For Churches Filling a Long Felt Want. (From Nashville, Tenn., Globe.) On Monday morning of this week the L. & N. Railway Company delivered to the Church Supply Department of the National Baptist. Publishing Board, R. H. Boyd, secretary, two carloads of additional machinery. This adds a value of $10,000 to the already enormous plant located at corner of Second avenue, North, and Locust street. Dr. Boyd stated to a Globe representative that this machinery was contracted for last fall—in fact, before the National Baptist Convention met in Washington, D. C., but the shipment was delayed on account of the recent financial panic. He had never entertained an idea of abandoning bringing it to this city. Its delay in reaching here was due solely to a desire to await the improvements of conditions. This nearly com- it was learned that the machinery contracted for. These two caffolds are strictly church supply and wood work machinery. The Baptists are constantly adding to their plant, and will no doubt be in a position within the next few months to open one of the largest cabinet and seating factories in the South, in which will be made desks, chairs, cabinets, pulpit furniture, pews, and in fact everything in the wood work line. It will employ scores of unemployed young men who are skilled in this profession, as well as open a school for those who want an apprenticeship in this trade. The city of Nashville is therefore blessed beyond measure with such an addition to its manufacturing record. It was learned talt the machinery just received here constituted the entire plant of the Vergennes Seating and Cabinet Company at Vergennes, Vt. It is known that Dr. Boyd went to Vermont last May, and it is believed that his trip to the New England states was on this particular mission. Last month he sent one of his machinists, Mr. John Campbell, to Vermont, and it was he who dismantled, packed and crated everything pertaining to the plant, put it on the cars and shipped it to Nashville. Tuesday it was unloaded and temporarily placed in a warehouse pending the selection of a site and a convenient place to install this new plant. The Negro Baptists throughout the United States are already contributing thousands of dollars to the Church Supply Department by purchasing pews, pulpits, pulpit chairs, school desks, etc., and it is the intention of Dr. Boyd to continue spreading out along this line in order to give his people the benefit of the closest possible price on "all of this furniture. His denomination feels, as has often been stated, that in him they have their Moses, while the citizens of Nashville acquiesce in the same as he has been instrumental in the employment of hundreds who would fail to find similar skilled employment otherwise. Not only will the Baptist Publishing Board be the pioneers in many publication lines, but they will be the first Negroes in the world to open a complete seating and cabinet factory, and Nashville is fortunate in securing the coveted plum. NEGROES ORGANIZE FAIR. Texarkana, Ark., May 9.—E. P. Calloway and other prominent Negroes have organized a Fair Association for the purpose of giving annual fairs on grounds about two miles north of this city. The association will have $40,000 capital stock and $35,000 will be spent in improving the grounds. A pedestrian in Chicago is what the chauffeur shoot at. Is Conceded Sure Winner Barring- Roosvelt Talk of Naming, the President Received Considerable Impetus Last Week, But Little Credence is Placed in it. New York, May 13.—The Herald yesterday morning published the following specially copyrighted Washington dispatch, giving the republican situation in a nutshell, regarding the standing of delegates thus far elected to the national convention at Chicago. Results of the week: Total delegates chosen .....108 Instructed for Taft .....54 Classed for Roosevelt .....10 Hughes .....1 Fairbanks .....3 Foraker .....3 Cannon .....1 Contested .....6 Recapitulation to date: Previously elected .....774 Total elected now .....852 For Taft .....447 For all others .....284 Uninstructed, doubtful .....28 Uninstructed, favoring Taft .....30 Contested .....101 The Week's Elections. These delegates were elected during the week: Alabama—State, Thompson faction instructed for Taft; Fourth district, Taft; Ninth district, uninstructed, contested. Alabama—First district, uninstructed, but for Taft. Connecticut—Ten instructed for Taft, four uninstructed. Georgia—First district, Foraker; Fifth, Seventh and Eleventh districts uninstructed; Ninth district, Roosevelt. Kentucky—State and Third, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Seventh, Eighth, Ninth, Tenth and Eleventh districts, all for Taft. Louisiana—First and Third districts, uninstructed; Fourth district, Fairbanks; Fifth district, Taff. Michigan—Third district, instructed for Taft. Missouri—Eighth district, instructed for Taft; Thirteenth district, uninstructed, but for Roosevelt, New Jersey—State and First, Second, Third, Fourth, Fifth and Sixth districts, uninstructed. New York—Twenty-fifth district, uninstructed; one for Hughes, one for Cannon. North Carolina—First district, un instructed, but for Taft. South Carolina—Third district, uninstructed; one for Taft, one for Foraker; Fifth district, one for Fairbanks, one for Taft. Utah—Six delegates at large for Roosevelt, indorsed as first choice. Wyoming—Six delegates at large instructed for Taft. Nearly All Chosen. All but 130 of the 980 delegates to the republican national convention have been elected. Only one week of the contest remains. With next Saturday the last convention for delegates must be held under the call of the national committee, and all contests must be filed by May 28. Taft is far in the lead; indeed, so far that it would seem impossible to defeat him at Chicago. His nomination would be freely conceded, but for the fact that the movement of "stampede" to President Roosevelt continues strong, and the Herald has been informed of an organized subterranean campaign all over the country, directed from Washington and not by Senator Bourne or the league of republican clubs, either, to prevent instructions for Taft wherever possible, so that the uninstructed delegates could be held for Roosevelt or a "dark horse." The Herald's table of probabilities has been subjected to closer figuring than any of those that have been published before, and in a perfectly cold-blooded and unblessed way it gives Taft a total of 513 probable votes on the first ballot. Of these he has 438 in states where state conventions have already been held and 75 in states where conventions are to be held next week. In some states the vote of the secretary of war has been reduced and in others it has been increased. He is only given ten votes from Connecticut, and the other four that are uninstructed are placed in the Roosevelt column. They might later be found in the column of the secretary of the treasury, in case Taft's nomination should be deemed inexpedient and in case Mr. Roosevelt prevents his nomination. Two votes are taken from Taft in New Hampshire and Vermont each, and given to Governor Hughes. Two are taken from him in Missouri and added to Roosevelt. The secretary of war is given, two more votes in Kentucky than were accorded him last week. He is conceded 12 in Mississippi and 26 in Michigan, four more than he has been given in former estimates. central estimates. The real and prospective strength in the table is as follows: Taft, 513; Roosevelt, 128; Hughes, 88; Knox, 68; Cannon, 57; La Foile, 25; doubtful, 10; Foraker, 9; votes contested, 52. The feature of the week has been the desperate efforts of the Taft managers to stop Roosevelt. Very soon after the departure of Secretary Taft for Panama it came to the attention of the Taft managers with a shock that there was a movement, conducted with great secrecy, to prevent Taft instructions, in favor of Roosevelt in those states where the president was very strong and where the administration had been working to assist the secretary of war. Although done without the president's knowledge, it Continued on page three. NO QUITTER Is Senator Foraker in Brownsville Matter Friends Want Him to Drop Case, But He Insists It Must Come to a Vote at This Session and He Will Do His Utmost to Force the Senate to Show Its Hand --- Washington, D. C., May 11.—Senator Foraker, of Ohio, was unable to make the Brownsville case the unfinished business of the Senate today, because of the postoffice appropriation bill was called up for consideration, and supply measures take precedence over other legislation. He announced, however, that as soon as the postoffice bill was disposed of, which will be in a day or two, he would make the motion that Brownsville be taken up. Earnest efforts have been made to induce him to abandon his purpose to get a vote on his bill to reinstate the Negro soldiers who were dismissed for shooting up the Texas town. Some of the leading republicans were arguing with him this afternoon to this end, but the Senator was obdurate, and declared that he intended to do his utmost to force the senate to a vote. If possible, After having labored almost incessantly for a year and a half on the case, he told his party colleagues that they had no right to expect him to let the final issue go by default. Quite a number of the republican Senators would like to dodge a vote on the issue between the President, and Mr. Foraker, first because they are afraid of offending the Negro voters in their states, and second, because they hesitate to give umbrage either to the President or to the Ohio Senator. The Senate leaders are working hard for adjournment on May 23, and if Mr. Foraker persists in his purpose to dispose of the Brownsville matter, the session will extend beyond that date. NEGRO DELEGATE DIDN'T SUIT HIM Louisiana Republicans Split on Color Question and Divide. New Orleans, May 11.—With instructions to vote for Secretary Taft, four delegates at large and alternates were today selected for the national convention by the republican state convention here. Roosevelt's administration was endorsed. There was a sharp contest as to whether a Negro should be named among the delegates. Henry N. Pharr late defeated candidate for governor on the republican ticket, told the convention that throughout his campaign he had made pledges that no Negroes should be sent by the party to the national convention and he declared that either by silence or by applause when made the pledges the party leaders had committed themselves likewise. Former Governor H. C. Warmth, who said he spoke for the party leaders, referred to by Mr. Pharr, declared that the latter's campaign pledges to make the republican party in Louisiana exclusively a white man's party, were not authorized by the party leaders. On a test vote the anti-Negro faction lost 462 to 49. Mr. Pharr and his followers then withdrew from the convention. CARD OF THANKS Mrs. S. W. Starks and family desire to thank their friends for flowers and sympathy shown them during the illness and death of their husband and son. A new Court of Calanthe was instituted at Winona May 2, 1908. This Court consists of 21 members and starts off under the most favorable auspices. Deputy Grand Worthy Counsellor, Mary Reed, of Mt. Carbon, was the organizer.. The name of the new Court is "Helena, No. 42." LODGES AND COURTS UNITE Eulogy Pronounced by J. McHenry Jones, President of the West Virginia Colored Institute, a Close Friend and Great Admirer of the Departed Chieftan, Pays Deserving Tribute to a Great Life—Not an Educated Man in the Common Acceptance of the Term, But There Were Doubt of the Southness of His Reasoning and the Culture of His Son and Affectionate Husband Was He for Whom Thousands and over the dry bones of his or in some less useful life, dying unloved, unhoused and unsung. Mr. Starks began life with as much book learning as William Shakespeare and with decidedly more than Abraham Lincoln. Yet whb is so ignorant as to speak of the Bard of Avon, or the great eman cator as uneducated In pursuance of the proclamation of Grand Chancellor Thompson, Capital City Lodge No. 1, West Virginia No. 60, Phyllis Wheatley Court No. 1 and Eureka Court No. 35, and the friends and admirers of the late Grand Chancellor, S. W. Starks, filled the K. of P. hall to its capacity, Sunday afternoon, and listened to appropriate exercises in commemoration of the deceased leader. The services were begun with a hymn by a choir composed of Misses Jones, Clinton and Cobb and Messrs. James, DeHouney and Cuzzens—the last named directing. Prof. H. B. Rice, Chancellor commander of Capital City, invoked divine blessing, after which the nineteenth Psalm was read responsively by the Master of Ceremonies, Prof. C. W. Boyd, and the congregation. The choir sang a beautiful anthem which was followed by the eulogy pronounced by President J. McHenry Jones, of the West Virginia Institute. Mr. Jones said in part:: Honored Master of Ceremony. I am here at the request of the Pythian Fraternity of this city to speak a few words in commendation of the life and labors of our lately deceased friend and brother, Samuel W. Starks. I could have earnestly desired to be excused from this duty and that some other brother less affected by the sadness of his death, be asked to bespeak his virtues. He must have known and loved him less than I have known and loved him, who can at this early date, before we fully comprehend that we have lost him forever, before the first, shock of his death unmerved us he has passed away, before the thoughts which filled our minds when we went up the hill with martial tread and solemn men to lay him under the soil he loved so well, has grown dim—he must have known and loved him less than I have done who can come here quite yet, and calmly and philosophically talk over the marvelous secrets, the hidden sources of power, the undisputed control of men, the unostentations direction of great affairs, which he so fully possessed. It seems to me that these first hours should be given to grief, but after all a memorial exercise is in its form a form of public mourning. In the life of the deceased was vindicated the greatness of real goodness and the goodness of real greatness. He taught us how to love truth and yet be charitable, how to hate wrong without despairing the wrong doer. His life work illuminated the heart-en sent postulate, that truth is so broad that a little of it may be found in every system and among every people. Samuel W. Starks was born March 11, 1865, less than a month before the surrender of Lee at Appomattox. He may therefore be justly said to represent fully the possibilities of the New Negro. He was born poor, but not cradled in poverty. Richest and poverty are relative terms, a man well off among the Fegee islanders, might be considered a beggar on the streets, of New York or Chicago. Negroes are usually not rich, but few of them, judging by the standards of the race, are in any sense poverty stricken. It is hardly possible to be as poor in West Virginia breathing its free air, enjoying its manhood rights, and looking up at its towering mountains hiding their knurled heads in its blue sky, as it is in the crowded slums and disease infected by ways of the great cities. In this sense therefore, S. W. Starks, like the most of us, was born poor but not in penury. In the broadest meaning of the term, Mr. Starks would not be considered an educated man, and yet no one who observed the working of his logical mind would dare consider him uneducated. In his youth he received such training as the common schools of this city offered a colored child. I have often heard him regret that he did not receive more education, but in my heart I never shared that regret. He knew original mind might have been stunned, his natural manliness might have been blighted, his simple nature might have been soiled, with more of education, for schools sometimes polish pebbles and dlm diamonds. Sir Walter Scott left school that he might learn how to think, and thus enrich the literary world with the wonderful creations of his pen. He might have continued in the university and after his graduation the remainder of his days THE ADVOCATE WE CHEERFULLY PUBLISH ARE DISPRISE NEWSY NOTES FROM ALL SECTIONS; SUBSCRIPTION $1.50 YEAR COURTS UNITE es to Late Grand Chancel- W. Starks Mary Jones, President of the West Virginia end and Great Admirer of the Departed ute to a Great Life.—Not an Educ- tion of the Term, But There Were Reasoning and the Culture of His Wise, Sincere and Religious, and Was He for Whom Thousands over the dry bones or in some less used dying unloved, unh sung. Mr. Starks began life with as much book learning as William Shakespeare and with decidedly more than Abraham Lincoln. Yet who is so ignorant as to speak of the Bard of Avon, or the great eman cipator as uneducated men. Carlyle said a university is a place where men learn how to read. Whoever therefore is able to read and intelligently digest the unbounded riches of our literature, throws wide open the doors of that university which offers to all the fullest measure of culture. The test of all education is the ability to think logically and independently. This faculty was possessed by Mr. Starks in the highest degree. Who that ever read his excellent reports to the Supreme Lodge dealing with questions of national import, outlining policies and dictating measure touching the vital interest of the thousands, who marched under the banner of Pythianism, could for a moment doubt the soundness of his reasoning or the culture of his brain. In every right sense, if we judge by brain products and not by diplomas, Mr. Starks was a man of rare culture, and in possession, in the very best sense of thorough education. Few men possess in the same degree the qualities necessary for race leadership. This may squand tritate at first thought, but a second sober consideration will show us that to be able to lead the Negro race successfully a man must have unusual virtues. Our greatest weakness, perhaps, is our inability to produce meh who so fully possess our confidence that we are ready to follow them through thick and thin, through sunshine and darkness, through good as well as evil report. Few Negroes living or dead have gained and kept the love and confidence of the Negro people; Bettger far is a regiment of lambs led by a lion, than a regiment of lions led by a lamb. Our race has not been wanting in great men, but there has been a signal paucity of great leaders. A great leader is a man who leaves behind him when he has finished life some great cause or institution to emphasize his leadership and benefit mankind. Frederick Douglas was a great man, from his clarion call no false race note was ever sounded, but in the broadest sense not a great leader. He left behind him no institution to perpetuate his memory or bless coming generations. John M. Langston was a great orator, a superb thinker and scholar but in no sense entitled to be considered a great leader. S. W. Starka was a great leader of mon. He lifted the Order of Pythian, like Thebes from its sages, he found it a valley of dry, horses and from the breath of his inspiration, it became an army of living conguers. When he died his taking off affected the widow in her lonely cot, the struggling orphan whose life the help of this man had changed. The habitations of the poor to the most remote boundaries of civilization, found the world tautilier without the loving smile of S. W. Starka. He left the cause he had found a weakened beggar a Hermes in strength. The men who rallied at the busy call of the Supreme Chancellor followed their leader and asked no question. Who that has been with him in a Grand Lodge wha' been knowing everybody, knowing every movement, surrounded by his faithful lieutenants, their ears to the ground report to him every change of sentiment, and through his direction scenting out every grievance, and mollifying every rising storm could doubt his inborn and Godgiven right to leadership. The highest quality of leadership is not only a knowledge of men, but wisdom to gas them wisely. Who can name a friend that ever hesitated much less deserted Grand Chancellor Starks on the field of conflict. At the drum tap his followers were always in life to do or die at the nod of his kindly head. Possessing almost royal power over the realm wherein he ruled, he was not conceited, for no man ever more willingly accepted the advice of others than he—for a little child could lead him, it it only had right on its side. What then were the troubles that made this man so unquestionably (Continued on Page Five.) The New Novelties in Fine Footwear We are siding the greatest line of Men, Women, Miss and Children Low shoes in all the different leathers at moderate prices. Your feet will be fitted by practical shoemen who know how. CORRESPON RRESPON CORRESPONDENCE PARKERSBURG Sumner High School commencement will be held at the Auditorium, one of the finest theatres in the city, at 8 o'clock p. m., June 4th, 1908. Tickets will be in the hands of the teachers and certain pupils, for sale, in a few days. Admission 15 cents. The proceeds will go to defray the necessary expenses of commencement and to help pay for the piano of Summer school. The school is aiming to make this one of the most interesting and enjoyable commencement exercises ever held by this school and feels quite sure that no one will regret having attended. Prof. F. L. Williams, of Covington, Ky., is a speaker of reputation and will bring a message to us well worth while. The music will be first class and a delight to all lovers of good music. The solo by Miss Butler will of itself be well worth the admission fee. The graduatés this year will be: Virginia Elsie Madison, Ina May Lee, Earl Lucus Gooden, Harrington Louis Carr. This will be the first class to graduate for three years. It is hoped the patrons will be interested in this as they have been in all of the school entertainments this year and the affair will be a grand success. Prin, J. Rupert Jefferson has been invited by Prin, Jones, of Wheeling, to deliver the commencement address June 12th. One session per day was begun at Sumner High School, as at Parkersburg High School Monday, May 4th. The sessions begin now at 8:30 a.m., and close 12:3 Miss Frances Morton, principal of Victoria School, at Buckhannon, passed through the city Tuesday week en route to her home in Pomeroy, Ohio. She was here over night and was the guest of Mrs. J. R. Jefferson. Miss Georgia Sutton, of Middleport, O. passed through the city last Friday from Buckhannon, where she Vote f was employed as assistant teacher with Miss Morton. Chas, Wells and Herman Brown have been employed for the past week in Elizabeth. They are fine plasterers. Miss Georgia Sutton was a pleasant visitor to Sumner School last Friday morning. The memorial exercises in honor of Supreme Chancellor S. W. Starks, deceased, which were held by the K. of P. Lodges last Sabbath afternoon, at Logan M. E. Church, were quite impressive. The paper by Prof. H. D. Hazlewood was well prepared and interesting. The sermon by Rev. Simon Huskins was a strong one and will be productive of much good. The quarterly meeting held both at the W. M. and A. M. E. churches last Sunday were well attended and interesting. Rev. W. E. Walker, of Charleston, conducted the services at A. M. E. church in the absence of the P. E., S. P. West, who is at the general conference, which is in session at Norfolk, Va. Mrs. J. M. Carter has been indisposed for the past few days. Tandy Brown is home from Cleveland visiting friends. The May Fair of Logan M. E. church will be held Monday and Tuesday evenings of next week. Interesting programs will be rendered each evening. Miss Willie Stewart, of Covington, is visiting her sister, Miss Guise Johnson. Lewis Banks was a business visitor or in Rochester, Thursday. Willis Smalls was operated upon at the hospital at Washington last Wednesday, and is reported to be improving rapidly. Hon. J. M. Ellis, of Eclectic, was in our town, Thursday, raising a glad hand to his acquaintance. He returned home, Friday morning. R. F. Watkins was on edge business on Brushy Ridge, Friday. ALDERSON The reception given by the L. K. C., at the residence of Mrs. Jesse Smith, Tuesday evening, was a pleasant affair. About thirty guests were present, and from the gay laughter and merry chatter, we judge, they were enjoying themselves greatly. W. E. Banks gave the toast in behalf of the club, which was responded to by Miss Myrtle Hopkins for the guests. A delicious repast was served and souvenirs distributed. All expressed themselves as highly delighted with the evening. Miss s Florence and Ella Bolling, of Lewishburg, were the guests of their brother, E. A. Bolling, last week. Mrs. Mary Brown has been complaining very much. Mrs. Rosa Davis entertained at dinner last Friday. The guests were Mrs. Fred Huskins, Mrs. Susie Hill, Mrs. Jesse Smith and E. A. Bolling. A concert, rendered by local talent under the direction of Mrs. Josephine Penick, was given at the town hall, Thursday night. A good crowd of both races was out and enjoyed the program, which consisted of music, dancing, recitations and marches. The trio by Misses Clara and Vivian Burger and Beulah Hill was highly applauded, and several other features were much commended. Misses Florence and Ella Bolling and Edward Bolling were guests of Miss Alice Banks at supper, Wednesday evening. The Odd Fellows and Household from here were invited to attend the annual sermon of the same orders at Ronceverte, Sunday. J. M. Trice entertained a number of guests at "Monteville," Wednesday evening. Parlor games were the chief diversions, and all spent a very pleasant time. Rev. D. C. Deans filled his regular appointment at the Baptist church last Sunday. HUNTINGTON Rev. R. D. W. Meadows delivered a most instructive and eloquent sermon at First Baptist church Sunday morning. Mrs. Fannie Washington was hostess to the Benjamin Tribe Monday evening. Memorial exercises of the late Supreme Chancellor S. *W. Starks were held by the K. of P.s and Courts of Calaunte at their castle on 9th street Sunday afternoon. There was a large attendance besides the orders. A very appropriate program was rendered eulogizing the noble traits of the deceased leader, and lamenting the loss of such a man both to the K. of P.s and the race. The Orions held an ice cream social at the First Baptist church Thursday evening. Miss Almira Riddle is much indisposed at this writing. The True Reformers will hold their annual service at 16st St. Baptist church Sunday afternoon. The sermon will be delivery by Rev. I. V. Bryant. Mrs. Isaac Miller is quite ill at her home on 8th avenue. Mrs. T. B. Smith left for an extended visit to Parkersburg and Pittsburg, last Wednesday. Dr. Morris has opened his drug store in the Woodson building, and everything is first class. The annual sermon of the graduating class will be delivered at the First Baptist church, May 24th, by Rev. S. A. Thurston, pastor of the 16th St. Baptist church. Mrs. Wade Perkins is ill at her home on 5th ave. The young men who gave the minstrel at the K. of K. hall week before last have been requested to repeat it, which they will do Friday night, with some new features. he Y. M. C. A. was addressed by Rev. R. D. Meadows Sunday afternoon at the 16th St. Baptist church. the funeral of Mr. Shields, an old citizen, occurred Thursday, he having passed away Tuesday, after a lingering illness of paralysis. ST. ALBANS Dr. H. F. Gamble, of Charleston, was here Saturday to see Miss Lizzie Wilson, who is very ill. Misses Georgia E. Banks and Alberta Wilson attended a play at Institute, Friday night. Claude Hurt, of Institute, was in town, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Straughter spent Sunday in Charleston. Miss Charlotte Campbell passed through, Friday to Institute. Floyd Waddy, jr., of W. V. C. I., spent Sunday at home. Mrs. Shelton, Mrs. Geo, Perkins and daughter, Miss Gertrude, of Winifrede, were here Monday to see Miss Elizabeth Wilson. Samuel S. Dana and Clayton Gordon and sister, Miss Carrie, attended the play at Institute, Friday night. Mrs. Willie Lewis, of Kanawha City, was here Monday. The Odd Fellows and H. H. of R. had their annual sermon, Sunday, at 2:30 o'clock. The sermon was preached by Rev. Fuller, of Richmond, Va. Mrs. Powell, traveling agent for the Orphans Home, lectured here, Sunday night. Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Jessie Hall, a girl. Rhododendron Court, No. 38, held memorial services, Sunday evening, at 7 o'clock. The program was as follows: Paper, "S. W. Starks as a Citiben," Miss Gertrude Parrish. Paper, "The Life of Hon. S. W. Starks," Miss Georgia Banks. Singing. Paper, "Mr. Starks as a K. of P.", R. A. Neal. F. W. Waddy spoke of Mr. Starks as he knew him. W. L. Hurt spoke of him as a leader. J. A. Shield gave an interesting talk on his life works. BUCKHANNON Rev. J. E. Morris, of Monongahela, Pa., spent a few hours here, Friday. Miss Georgia Sutton, who taught here during the past winter, left for her home, at Middleport, last Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Dickenson entertained at dinner last Sunday, Misses Ingle and Cora Taylor, and Jack Green. Blair Dahney left Wednesday for Norfolk to attend the general conference of the A. M. E. church, which is in session there. The Silver Leaf Club met with Mrs. Isom Taylor, Friday evening. Mrs. Eliza Mumford was hostess to the Ladies' Aid Society, Friday afternoon. Scott McGee and Edgar Williams have gone to Beverly to work. Robert Johnson, of Newlon, spent Sunday here. Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Lewis went to Clarksburg, Sunday, to attend the funeral of William Washington, of Mannington, who was a former resident of Clarksburg. POWELLTON. Mrs. Victoria Burks left for her home at Hugheston, after spending several days here visiting relatives and friends. Rev. Wm. Jackson was here, Wednesday night, and preached a very interesting sermon. His subject was "The Greatest Thing in the World." Mrs. Ida M. B. Jones departed last week for Jersey City, where she expects to make her home and finish her trade as tailors. Walker Hardman spent several days here visiting his friends, S. L. Coleman and others. Mrs. Martha Washington, of Booner and Little daughter were visiting friends here last week and remained over Sunday. Mrs. Ruth J. Harvey and Miss Gussie Fairfax, were in Montgomery, Thursday. Martin L. Fairfax, of Chardeston was in town Friday and Saturday. The Knights of Pythias, held memorial services, for the late Grand Chancellor S. W. Starks, Sunday, at 11 o'clock. INSTITUTE. Miss Charlotte Campbell and Sara Brown were guests of Prof. and Mrs. J. McHenry, Jones this week. Misses Emma Meadows and Hattie Peters, of Sissonnville, attended the senior play Friday evening. President J. McHenry Jones and W. H. Lowry attended the S. W. Stark Memorial services in Charleston, Sunday. President Jones was the speaker of the day. Dr. H. F. Gamble made a professional trip to Institute Monday. Benjamin Deans, of Montgomery, spent a few days at the West Virginia Colored Institute the guest of his brother David. Miss Mattie Bradley made a business trip to Charleston Monday. Mrs. W. A. Springs was quite ill Monday. Miss Mattie Hackley was a business caller at Charleston Thursday. Mrs. Joseph Lovette was quite ill several days this week. Miss Emma Hardy, of Montgomery, is visiting her sister Rosa. COKETON Rev. J. L. Davis visited his family at Parkersburg last week. Miss Mary L. Thompson is indisposed. Rev. Davis expects to organize a Sunday school in Davis next Sunday at 3 p. m. E. P. Barkadale returned Monday from Richmond, Va., where he made a business trip. James Washington and Miss Estella Greene of Elkins, were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Bruce Sunday. The Sons of Toil Lodge No. 23 and Victoria Court No. 11, held the Memorial services Sunday at 2:00 p. m. in honor of Sir Starks. Walter Waddy, John Wade, Henry and Rev. Davis, were the speakers n the memorial Sunday. After the Sons of, Toll were through the program was taken up by the Court. Mrs. J. E Bruce made an address on the life and work of Sir Starks and the origin of the lodge. Mrs. Ida Payne then took up the program and told of the noble works of Sir Starks. Solo by Miss Annie Bruce, "Lead Kindly Light." Closing address by W. C., Mrs. Louisa Avcox RAYMOND CITY B. B. Bradley has returned from Christiansburg, Va., where he spent BLUEFIELD COLORED INSTITUTE Bluefield, W. Va. 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The Odd Fellows of this place could not have their annual sermon preached Sunday on account of their preacher not being present.. A number of people attended the ball game at Institute last week. saw game B. Institute last week. Mrs. M. A. Pierson, of Charleston, came down Saturday to turn out with the H. of R. Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Eugene James and little daughter left Monday for Virginia. Mrs. H. B. Goode, of Charleston, spent Sunday here. Mr. and Mrs. Dable Coles, of Charleston, are in our town. Edward Dickerson, of Bancroft, spent Sunday here. WINIFREDE. Mrs. J. H. Taylor and daughter spent the week here the guest of Mrs. E. M. Francis and mother. Miss Bessie Chambers, of Covington, Va., spent a few days here with her niece, Mrs. B. W. Brooks. Ed Robinson made a business trip to Concord, N. C., last week. He was accompanied back by his sister. Ed Scales, of Charleston, spent Saturday and Sunday here the guest of his father, Jas. Scales. H. P. Day and Jas. I. Thomas were business visitors to Charleston last week. Mrs. G. W. Perkins, Mrs. E. Shelton and Mrs. J. D. Wiseman went to St. Albans to visit Miss C. E. Wilson, who has been very ill. Mrs. E. Scott spent Saturday and Sunday here the guest of her sister. H. E. Harris is spending a few days here with friends. Jubilant Lodge No. 17 K. of P. and Queen Esther Court No. 18 held their memorial services Sunday, May 10. A very appropriate program was rendered. Mrs. L. Alfriend, of Boomer, is spending a few days here the guest of Mr. Jas. Randolph. LONDON-HUGHESTON The Woman's Improvement League met at the residence of Mrs. Pearl Smith Woods. The following officers were elected: President, Mrs. Addie James; vice-president, Mrs. M. E. Groves; secretary, Mrs. Pearl Smith Woods; assistant secretary., Mrs. Ida Brown; chaplain Mrs. M. E. Jackson; visiting committee, Mrs. Victoria Burke, Mrs. Isabella Coats, Mrs. Lula Anderson; correspondent to The Advocate, Mrs. Victoria Burke. A good many attended the Odd Fellows' sermon Sunday at Montgomery, among whom were Mrs. Sarah Brown, Mrs. Wm. J. Campbell, Wm. Brown, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Smith, Mr. and Mrs. George Jackson, Mr. Carpenter. Mrs. Pearl Smith Woods was at Longacre Sunday attending the memorial services of the late S. W. Starks. Mrs. Octavia Blainey is ill at this writing. John Cyrus is also on the sick list. Mrs. Wm. J. Campbell, of Saginaw, Mich., is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Jas. Brown. R. P. SIMS. Bluefield C. T. Burke was a business visitor in Charleston, Monday. Miss Mary E. Blainey, of Charleston, was in town Sunday. friends at her home Thursday evening. Mrs. Wm. J. Campbell was guest of honor. John Saunders, of Morris Creek, Mrs. Jas. Brown entertained a few atten ·A Bag of Dewey will put more loaves of good bread on you you can buy. We said good bread. 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NEGROES WELCOME BISHOP administration or Mr. Hitchcock, in an effort to appease the wrath of the colored people of the country, has instructed Register Vernon, Auditor Tyler and Recorder Dancy to go to the Methodist conferences at Norfolk and Philadelphia, to head off any attempt to denounce the president or to adopt resolutions in opposition to the nomination of Secretary Taft. Mr. Dancy has issued a clean-cut statement denying the truth of the rumor and explaining why he is in attendance upon the econference at ARE YOU A IF NOT WH Do you not kn Knights of Pyth strongest and m sive order of the The four depart order are as follo SUBORDINATE L In this the m united to care tect each oth as well as distress. UNIFORM RANK In this depo young men an military educa they can get way, thus m better and citizens. LADIES' COURT In this the widows, da sisters of Kn ited for the poses of life. ENDOWMENT In this department paying out the dollars annual widows and deceased Knight If there is no locality, confer wuty Grand Chanc district or write Charleston W. V. Philadelphia. Mr. Dancy says in substance that he is a member of the general conference of the A. M. E. Zion church and has attended its sessions every four years since 1880; he bears and has borne official relations to the body for over 20 years, so it is hardly fair to presume that he would go there this year solely to influence political matters. Mr. Dancy is attending the general conference as a general officer of the Zion connection; he goes as a churchman, to attend strictly to the business affairs of the church. He states further that he will not go to Norfolk, unless sent by his conference as a faternal delegate, which he thinks is not likely. Were he to go by the city-by-the-sea, he says he would not dabble in political discussions,' because there is plenty of room elsewhere for that; he would not go to a religious assembly of the first-class for the purpose of turning it into a political ward meeting. To emphasize his repugnance to bringing political or other foreign matters into a religious body, Mr. Dancy adds: "I have never introduced the subject of politics in any general conference fever attested. Indeed, my chief aim has been to keep attention directed to matters more nearly connected with church work and church probity. And yet, if the issue is raised, I never run from it, but try to meet it rationally and patriotically. When the joint board of bishops met here three months ago it became my duty, in part, to welcome those dignitaries in a brief address. A similar duty befell me when my own bishops held their sessions here a few days prior. In neither instance did I mention politics, nor did any other office holder. But politics were introduced later, and the world knows who introduced them." The attitude of Mr. Dancy is that of Register Vernon, who is attending the Norfolk conference, not as a political agent nor an officer of the government, but as a minister of the gospel and president of an educational institution connected with the A. M. E. church. Dr. Vernon is as bitterly opposed as Mr. Dancy is to the introduction of politics into a purely religious assembly, and will resist all tendency i n that direction, as far as his power lies. There is absolutely no truth in the report that Mr. Tyler will appear at either conference, for any purpose, as he is not a member of either denomination and has no official business to carry him to Norfolk or Philadelphia at this time. He has too high a conception of the relation of the church to secular affairs to be a party to an attempt to sow the seeds of discord where there should be harmony, and where there are sufficient differences on church polity to try the patience of the sweetest-tempered, without lugging in irrelevant issues that would be sure to detract from the orderly character of the proceedings. The friends of the "allies" do not help the cause of their employers by dealing in such gross misrepresentation. Among the able Negroes who will go to the Chicago convention from the south, in addition to those named in our last communication, are: Nathan H. Alexander, of Montgomery, Alabama; W. E. Mollison, of Vickburg, Miss.; Gen. Robert Smalls, the picturesque hero of the Plantter; and Dr. E. C. Morris, of Helena, Ark., president of the National Baptist Convention, the largest Negro organization in the world, embracing over 2,000,000 Baptists. "Lily-Whiteism" has not been able to eliminate these potent factors in our racial life, and the monster will get all that is coming to it when the patroltic committee on credentials gets hold of its ugly neck at Chicago. The Washington Bee, edited by W. Calvin Chase, is authority for the statement that H. H. Flater and R. R. Horner, delegates-elect to Chicago from the District of Columbia, will vote for Taft. Mrs. Mary Church Terrell, Prof. Richard T. Greener and Clarence Cameron White have returned from successful tours of the south and west. They saw much on their several itineraries to convince them that the Negro is making genuine progress along all lines in the sections visited. The debut of Mrs. Portla Washington Pittman as a pianiste, at the Metropolitan A. M. E. church next Monday evening is the prevailing topic in musical and social circles. A fashionable audience is sure to be on hand to greet her. Dr. J. W. McDowell, a graduate of Howard Medical School, and who practiced for a period at St. Louis before locating at Chicago, has been here. The wise-acres hint that his mission was to look over the field, with a view of becoming a candidate for surgeon-in-chief of Freedmen's Hospital, to succeed Dr. W. A. Warfield. Dr. Warfield's friends say there is no change contemplated. Joseph E. Ralph, for a number of years assistant director of the bureau of engraving and printing, has been named as the successor to the late T. J. Sullivan. The appointment gives perfect satisfaction to the large force of employees, many of whom are colored. Mr. Sullivan was not popular with the colored employees. He is said to have been a Negro-hater, and insisted upon 'jim-crowing' to the point that it has been unpleasant for any colored man or woman to remain in the bureau with any degree of comfort. Mr. Ralph is a different sort of a man, and his elevation is looked upon as a relief from the oppressive conditions that have been prevalent under his predecessor. The attention of the race and nation is being directed to the addresses that Dr. Booker T. Washington is to deliver before the Methodist general conferences. He speaks at Norfolk on the 15th and at Philadelphia on the 18th. There is a disposition to insist that the Brownsville elders be closed at this session of congress. The true friends of the soldiers indicate a willingness to support the Warner administration bill, as it has a chance for its life. The president, while insisting upon his constitutional rights as commander-in-chief of the army, is convinced that there are innocent men among the discharged ones, and will reinstate those who satisfy him that they had no part in the alleged raid. has made the situation very embarrassing. Funds had been provided from some mysterious quarter for this work. At one time eight experienced political agents were at work under cover in as many states, and the result was seen in the reports which reached the Herald more than a week ago on the revival of the Roosevelt movement. This effort had been made in Connecticut, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Vermont, Georgia, Texas, Missouri, Oregon and Utah, and the propaganda was also carried on* in Michigan. Information of this attack in the dark reached the Taft managers on the eve of the Connecticut convention. In that state there had been much inclination to temporize with Senators Brandegee and Bulkeley, both of whom are out of touch with the Roosevelt administration, and opposed to instructions. They are supposed to have been in favor of neither Taft nor Roosevelt, but of some "dark horse." But when the Taft managers learned of the widespread underground movement against their candidate they dropped all pretense of placing the senators, issued orders that instructions for Taft should be passed by the state convention and by all the district conventions, if possible. It was the application of the Quay "mailed hand." The result was that the two senators declined to be bound by instructions and were coolly left at home. And Taft instructions were passed. But in spite of everything they could do the Taft managers failed to get instructions in two of the Connecticut districts, the first and third, and four Connecticut delegates will go to Chicago uninstructed. Similarly in other quarters the Roosevelt movement cropped up. In one district in Georgia, Roose In the Thirteenth district, in Missouri Taft instructions were voted down and Roosevelt was made the choice. In Utah Roosevelt was put forward as the first choice of the six delegates from that state. In Texas county conventions, electing delegates to the state convention, passed resolutions for Roosevelt. In California one of the delegates at large who carried the primaries, is classed for Roosevelt. He is George A. Knight, a famous stump speaker, well known in New York. Also in the California primaries, Roosevelt and Taft were pitted against each other, the former being supported by the Lincoln-Roosevelt league, and the later by the regular republican organization. In South Carolina the entire delegation is classed for Roosevelt if he will take the nomination, with the exception of one delegate, who is for Senator Foraker, giving Roosevelt 17 in that state. A Doubt Raised. It is possible that the Roosevelt movement will "blow over" without making trouble for Secretary Taft at Chicago, but at the present minute, owing to peculiar conditions, it raises a doubt. Mr. Roosevelt has never contemplated running for president again, unless the opposition to his policies should be strong enough to prevent the nomination of the secretary of war on the first or second ballot. In that event he has said dozens, even socres, of times the opposition might "get me." But here is a different condition. Taft, if he can hold his strength, has the nomination. No one doubts that he will be able to hold it against the "ailes" or that he is for Roosevelt's policies. But in view of the opposition of labor all along the line, the opposition of the Negroes, north and south, of the trouble in News York and Ohio, will the secretary be able to hold his delegates against Roosevelt It should be remembered that the difficulty that Secretary Taft has had in combating the declarations that he cannot be elected as a mere bagatelle to that which he will have to confront at Chicago, where labor, through its representatives, and the Negroes, through their bishops, will be lined up to defy the convention to nominate a candidate who has such antagonisms. The business interests have generally come around to Taft. They usually in a republican national convention control the balance of power. Largely through them Taft has had his great increase of strength during the last four weeks. Indeed, with the Roosevelt movement thrown out of consideration, he would get the bulk of the 128 delegates credited in the Roosevelt column today. He would get the votes credited to Roosevelt in California, Connecticut, Georgia, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, South Carolina and Texas. Here are 88 votes that, in the event of the blowing away of the Roosevelt cloud, would probably go for Taft, and in that event warrant increasing his total probable vote to 601. President Roosevelt still gives Taft about 700 votes. He thinks he might have 720 or he might have 680. He gives a leeway of 20 extra way. Rev. S. E. Williams, of Mt. Carbon, filled Rev. Brown's pulpit Sunday morning and preached an excellent sermon. In the afternoon, Rev. f. V. Bryant, of Huntington, preached the thanksgiving sermon for the G. U. O. of O. F.'s Rev. Bryant was at his best and preached the best thanksgiving sermon that we have had for many years. S. B. Morgan acted as master of ceremonies. A number of visiting Odd Fellows was present and took an active part in the exercises. Eagle Light Lodge, No. 6, K. of P. and Sajourner Court, No. 6, Calanthe held memorial services in the First Baptist church Sunday evening at 7:30 in memory of the late S. W. Starks, Grand Chancellor of the Knights of Pythias of West Virginia and Supreme Chancellor of the world. The church was filled to its capacity. Promptly at the appointed time, Sir S. M. Marks master of ceremonies rapped for order and in a few well chosen words stated that the object of the services were in keeping with G. C. W. J. Thompson's proclamation which had ordered such services to be held throughout this juridiction. The following program was rendered: Music by choir. As a leader and Friend—S. B Morgan. As a Leader of Men—Sir H. H. Ralley. As a Citizen—Dr. B. F. White. Music by the choir. As a Pythian and Builder——Dr. W. C. Lawrence. The lodge offered a resolution through its representative L. A. Branham. The services were impresslove. The choir rendered most excellent music and the lodge wishes it to accept it many thanks for the same. A number of visiting Knights fro nearby lodges was present. Sir J. V. Coleman, D. D. S., was in town to the memorial services. T. L. Thompson, of Powellton, spent Sunday in town. Miss Alpha Brooks stopped, over Sunday evening guest of Miss Marie E. Shelton who is much improved The First Baptist church will celebrate its 29th anniversary with appropriate exercises on the 17th and 18th inst. The Montgomery Stars played ball at Institute on Friday and came back defeated, but at not at all discouraged. Resolution of Sojoruner Court No. 6 Montgomery, W. Va. Whereas, the Great and Supreme Ruler of the universe has in His infinite wisdom removed from among us one of our worthy and esteemed fellow laborers, S. W. Starks, and Whereas, We extend our coworkers sincere sympathy in the great trioible which flags come to us and which comes to us all at times for you know that the. Death Angel visits all homes, and at some time we all have this sorrow come into our lives. Whereas, We can only trust in Him who "Doeth all Things Well," for while we do not know and understand just now why trouble of so serious a nature comes to us, we do know there is some All Wise purpose in it. Therefore, Resolved, that the wisdom and ability which he has exercised in the aid of our organization by his service, contributions, and counsel, will be held in great remembrance. Resolved. That the sudden removal of such a life from among our midst leaves a vacancy and a shadow that will be deeply realized by all the members and friends of this organization and will prove a serious loss to the community and the public. Resolved, That with deep sympathy to the bereaved family and friends of the deceased S. W. Starks we express our hope that even so great a loss to us all may be overruled for good by Him who "Doeth all Things Well." Resolved, That a copy of those resolutions be spread upon the records of this organization. A copy printed in the Advocate the Sentinel and a copy forwarded to the bereaved family. Yours in F. H. L. MISS L. A. BRANHAM, MR. R. E. BURRELL, MRS. W. J. MILLER, MRS. R. R. WOOD, MRS M. E. BRANHAM. FAIRMONT. Mrs. Arch Meade is on the sick list at this writing. C. W. Hamilton was a Sunday visitor to Clarksburg. E. L. Morton was calling on friends Sunday in Clarksburg. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Fortune Saturday May 9th a daughter. Jake Smith was removed to the City hospital Tuesday and is still very ill. Miss Frances Morton left Monday for her home in Pomeroy after a few days visit with relatives. The Swastika club handsomely enttaired a number of their friends Tuesday evening with a party at the home of one of its members, Miss Lena Jackson. A very pleasant and enjoyable time was had by all in attendance. Floyd Lewis was the guest of friends in Clarksburg, Sunday. The Swastika club consisting of the following young ladies: Miascs O. Jordan, B. Meade, E. Hall, P. GEM PHARMACY Call and see our full line of Perfumes, Soaps, Rubber Goods and Drug Sundries. We make a specialty of pres- criptions using only the purest drugs : : : : : We send medicine to any part of the state upon order Fountain service and ice cream pre- pared to take home at all times. We Welcome You. New Phone 1072. Old Phone 897. GEM PHARMACY Corner Washington & Dickinson Streets. CHARLESTON W. VA. Washington, G. Johnson, F. Johnson, B. Smith, G. Martin, L. Jackson, D. Mitchell, A. Dawson and F. Green entertained a number of their friends Tuesday evening May 5, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. F. H. Jackson, on Barney street from eigh to twelve. Whist and music were the features of the evening. Dainty refreshments were served at the appointed hour. Those present were: Mrs. Allen, Prof. and Mrs OUR DISPLAY OF Ladies' Misses' and Wear Garments, Millin Is the largest in the City and our can be made up-to-date Mercha GIVE US A CALL The People Joseph Sci 602 Kanawha, cor. Alderson S THE NE Steam Cleaning a Makes Your LOOK LI isses' and Children's agents, Millinery and Dress the City and our Prices as usual up-to-date Merchandise. The People's Joseph Schwab, Prop. cor. Alderson St., CHARLESTON. NEW Y cleaning and Dyein akes Your Old Clot K LIKE N At Lowest Prices. Suit Pressed ressed and S Suit Pressed and Sponged Like New 50 Cents. Pants Pressed Like New 15c. Suits Scoured and Pressed 1.00 Suits French Dry Cleaned and Pressed 75 cents. Ladies' Skirts and Cloaks Cleaned, Dyed or Pressed in the Latest Styles at Lowest Prices. ALL WORK GUARANTEED BY EXPERTS. Morton, Mrs. Martin, Mrs. Meade, Mr. and Mrs. Scott, Misses Bromery, Method and Staley. Messar, Riley, Lee, Jones, Meade, Cobbs, Mqade, Carter, Hamilton, Brown, Jones, Meade, Boyd and Dr. Bayless. Each guest received a souvenir of a Swastika cross. At twelve o'clock the quest departed with best wishes for the club. Miss Grayce Martin was hostess to the Swastika club Thursday. Children's Ready-to- ery and Dress Fabrics Prices as usual the lowest that andise. "That Popular Trading Place." awab, Prop. CHARLESTON, W. VA. NEW YORK and Dyeing Works Old Clothes KE NEW! and Sponged. PARR FOO. . ee erry HE ADVOCATE ‘PUBLIsHED. EVERY THURSDAY ne pte AD ADVOCATE PUBLISHINGCO., Oleb; Pythian’ Bullding, Cnarleston, ie W. Va. ye" \° . ‘Home Phono 928. 4 The Advocate ts entered In the : fice at Charlestoa, W. Va., as eoka class matter. —— gi. SUBBCRIPTION RATHS: ree, months ...........+ $0.50 months 60.20.0222. 10 Ope your 2... Loe ge - _ ‘¥ “THURSDAY, MAY 11, 1908. % Ke FOR SHERIFF. {LE-am a candidate tr the office of, Bheritt of Kanawhe counts, subject “bh tho decision of the Republican pri Peary election. Your support is solicit- me. S.P. SMITH. | -—————__ eee FOR SHERIFF. f ‘4. f am a candidate for the office of @herit of Kanawha county, subject to the decision of the voters in the Republican primary, to be held May ‘26th, 1903. Your support is earnestly solicited. 2 R. B. CASSADY. es i FOR ASSESSOR. “thereby announce myself as a can- a iste for nomination for the office of: Assessor of Kanawha county, sub- ject to the decision of the Republi fan primary, to be held May 16th. R A. M. WOOLDREDGE. : FOR COUNNTY CLERK. “Thereby announce myself as a can- Aidate for the office of County Clerk of Kanawha county, subject to the Republican primary election to be held May 16th, 190s. JOHN MOULTON. FOR INTERMEDIATE JUDGE. * Thereby announce myself asa candidate for the office of Judge ot the Intermediate Court of Kanawha county, -subject to the Republican primary to be held May 16th, 1908 HENRY K. BLACK. CLERK OF COUNTY COURT. J hereby announce myself as a can- didate for the nomination for Clerk ‘ot’ the County Court of Kanawha ‘gounty, subject to the decision of the ‘reptblican 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. Iam a candidate for clerk of the gtreult and intermediate courts of Kanawha county, subject to the ac- tio of the republican primary to be held May 16th. E. E. HOOD. FOR CIRCUIT CLERK. y I desire to announce my candida- ey for Clerk of the Circuit Court of Kanawha county, subject to the de- elsion of the voters of Kanawha county at the republican primaries to be held on the 16th of May. IRA H. MOTTESHEARD. Thereby announce myself as a can- didate for the nomination for the po- sition of Judge of the Intermediate -Court of Kanawha county subject tc the republican primaries to be held on May 16, and respectfully solicit the support of my friends. Ks CYRUS W. HALL. ’ ANNOUNCEMENT I hereby announce my candidacy for the nomination for county com- missioner, subject to the decision of the republican primary, May 16th. BEN B. HALL, FOR PROSECUTING ATTORNEY, To the Voters of Kanawha county: 1 hereby announce myself asa candidate for the nomination for the office of Prosecuting Attorney of Ka- nawha county, subject lo the repub- Mean primaries to be held May 16, 1908. FRANK C. BURDETTE. ieee “OLERK OF THE COUNTY COURT. I hereby announce my candidacy ‘for Clerk of the Kanawha Counts Court, subject to the decision of the primary election to be held May 16. 1908. ‘The support of my friends is earnestly solicited t Respectfully, ‘2 L.'C. MASSEY. ‘March 7, 1908 POR PROSECUTING ATTORNEY Lam a candidate for renomination for Prosecuting Attorney of Kana ‘ha county, subject to the Republican jPrimary to be held May itth, 190% mares) * 8. RB. AVIS. a POR CIRCUIT. CLERK, jk, Bm @ candidate fog cory of the Glecuit Court of Kantwha county, Bjact to the decision oF the rem RBH primaries to ve held May 1% SuFotirs for a winning ticket bea JOHN L. GILLESPIE. Pee ” ABO. COUNTY COMMISSION Et Wythe voters of Kanawha enn: EUR ahyteby -ennounce mysrit as a Peeditate for the office of enunt MM wilssioner, and respectively colt Me alipport of my sriends in the 1 Wytican county convention or are y a&® may be decided npon BHG.Eounty committee ‘Me M. P. MALCOLM EPR SUSTICK, OF THE PEACH Pe vg@th a candidate for the office o IMmtice of the Peace for Charleston Hridt, subject to the Republican POnary to be held May 16, 1908 a | FRANK JL WILL ee PROSECUTING ATTORNEY Voters of Kanawha County jreby announce myself as a can tor the nomination for the Ptosecnting Attorney of Ka K connty, subject to the repuly inary election to be held May ip 2908. Pandy H. BaBUSTER, POR JUSTICE QF THE PEACE. ' hereby announce myself asa candidate for the office of Justice of ‘Ure Peace of Charleston District, sub: ject to the republtean prisnary to be helt May 16, 1908. Your support ts earnestly soleited, MAT P, SPRADLING | hereby annoupee myself as A candidate for Howse of Delegates from Kanawha eounty, subject to the Reprblican Primary Convention to be held on May 16, 1908. L.'b VICKRS. Charleston, W. Va. April 8, 1908, am a candidate for Justice of the Peace, Charleston District, sub- ivet to the republican primary, May 16, 1908. H. M. BOND. SATURDAY. PRIAART ES. / Never in the history of the repub jliern party as there been a mor [elosely contested or better natures ccampaign for nominations for coun | ty offices than that which ends wit Ithe going down of the sun, Saturday | next. | It requires no special vtfort of th [memory to recall the bitter factional ght of four years ago. Every goo party man looks back with regret up on the petty jealousies whieh culmi: nated in (he election of a democrat ic sheriff, and is proportionately pleased with present conditions which presage an overwhelming vle- tory in November, The candidates for the various of. ices are, in most instances, so many and so well qualified for the duties of the positions to which they as. pire, that it will be no easy task to decide Which ones are best fitted for places on the ticket. But it is the duty of each voter to scan the list of candidates very carefully before Sat- urday, and then go to his precinet and vote for his choice without fear or favor, Ho» should be governed tn ‘his selections, first, by the fitness of the vandidate and, next, by his seiec- ‘tions ability to get votes on general ection day. If each will keep In the forefront the aim to make the county and his district administra. tion solidly republican, an invineible ticket will be named, That there may be no question of a fair count, each candidate will be accorded the privgege of having a representative present witi the yari- ous officials till the ballots are count. ed. ‘There is, then, no grounds for charges of favoritism or slate mak- ‘Ing and each candidate, after the re. sult is made known, wil! feel satis. fied that he has been given a square deal. The Advocate takes this, its last opportunity, to urge upon every re Publican yoter to. perform. his. duts Saturday. If it is your intention tc vote at the general election, then it behooves you to aid in selecting the ticket. If apathy prevails Saturday, defeat may be our portion in Novem. ber, So, xo to the polls and yote, and remember to vote for the best in- A PIPE DREAS. The president of the National Ne- sro-American Political League, of which he says there are $00,000 members, seeks to deprive the Phila- delphia conference of some of its no- toriety by declaring, in a letter, that he and his league are irreconciliably opposed to President Roosevelt and Seeretary Taft and will fight the homination of either till the cows come hone from the milky way. He says his league of 800,000 members, acting as a unit,—(as highly probable asa suspension bridge to Mars)—ean overturn — the republican majoritios in Ohio, Con- nectiont, Indiana, New York, Dela- Ware, Mlinois and Kansas, and make Mr. ‘Taft look like 30 cents on elec- tion day. There is something extremely fishy about this organization of 800,000 Negroes. Why have we heard noth- ing Of It till its ehict executive officer announces its attitude on the presi: dential nomination? Are any of those 800,000 members residing in Wes! Virginia? Do any of them live and have their being in this neck of the woods? We panse for a reply. MW has tong since become apparent to the average Negro that this oppo- sition of imaginary organizations. te Mr. Roosevelt and Mr. ‘Taft is. being Worked over time; that this matter of individuals or a corporal's: guard speaking for the race is an assump. Hon of authority which would be aimasing were not some of these race leaders so thoroushly imbwed wit the idea tha: they have been chosen re anointed for their self-appointer In the tint place. no one takes se Hously the statement that there is ¢ political orsanization of 800,000 Ne troes. or, in fact. of anyother race which has pledged ftself to wort against one of the candidates for th Tepubiean nomination for president and the min or men responsible to MS publication are cither pretty. by Hars or inenvatile tats Troe. in the stares named abov, Negros hold the balance of pow. Jer bat inne one of them will ther be any sneh defection because of th [RomInation of Mr. ‘att or Mr. Roose vel as to change the states pollt! “eal complexion. “Take West Virgin ‘Jit, wthongh Mr. vrossdent did no 0 Us the monor of placing us on th 75 SAORI RG sk a SERRE ee ae a eo RUS ere Oy m ReeNAS RRA Sk pana Fe RE As (AE ae LSAT OTS Wren aeeE 0G) ae nay eee RE ey ae ke sea SIENA RT oae LORIN sae ha aR hy Q BA A ets Sy) Se LAWS 1 hy PZ ere RASA ENG OS. RANGE fe Se Ne ag TAS ay) ER ‘eee Ve ENC EN ECP STATE RES Sar 20 ae ern is eee . PORE 2. curate, Ga OMEN MACE, YEG DSS GRRE GEOR SR a sleet AD YORRRR rf AAS RE CO Tol ke ht eee ee ee any rand wo: LeEEION at 4 bundréd to one that there will [not be 200 Negroes to vote the dem: jocratic national ticket. next Novem- ber. Ag are the Negroes of West ‘Virginia, so they will be found tn “ther states, No appreelable number of them will take any- chances with Mr. Bryan, whose nontinatton is a foregone conclusion, <They have not forgotten nor will they soon forget his approval of Negro disfranchise- iment and it will take more than the claims of thovagents of the “allies” to make them withdraw from the party with which they have affiliated since given the ballot. TO KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS. It comes to us from sources abso: | rweers reliable that even before thes [had consigned the remains of thei stricken chief to their final resting place, members high up in the Pyth: ian order began to lay plans bj which to elevato themselves to the Grand and Supreme Chancellorships So anxious was one candidate that he is reported to have sought means to }prevent the succession of the Sw- preme Vice Chancellor, although the jconstitution of the order expressly istates that the Supreme Vice Chan- Icellor shall steceed in case of the ‘death of the Supreme Chancellor, Ambition is all right In a way and certain brands of it are commenda- ble, but it o’erleaped itsclf in the in- ‘stance mentioned above. | The gentlemen, occupying the po- | ations made vacant by tho death of ‘the late Supreme and Grand Chan- cellor were, to the knowledge of the | writer, in every respect, aceeptable to ‘their predecessor. With the aim of | preparing for the contingency, which. junfortunately, arose, he furthered their candidacles and aided in their jelection, But, even if they were not acceptable to their chief, it is unfair to the present incumbents and dan- gerous to the order to countenance any schemes which have as their end the elevation of others to leadership fat the expiration of the _ present terms. ‘ By the time of the meeting of the next Grand Lodge the present Grand Chancellor will have had only four months in which to acquaint himself with the duties of an office which ha: been 16 years in the making. His position, at the best, will be trying and, being human, he may mak some mistakes; and who would not’ What assurance has the order that others will fill the office with any greater degree of success than ne: Measured by any standard, he is a¢ well fited to guide the order as any of its other members ,and any effort to’ ispiace “Nim until there Is evi- dence of incompetency is not only untimely ,but a direct violation of th principles of the order. The future success of Pythianism in West Virginia depends upon the action of the Grand Lodge session at Huntington. If experiments in the nature of trying this man for one of fice and that man for another are at tempted, no good, but much harm will come of them. All the places are filled by competent men, men who with the exception noted above, have served long and well. It is, then, the duty of the subordinate lodges to se- lect as delegates men of experience. ‘There must be sent to Huntington representatives who will not be eas ily influenced to stray from the beat. en paths, but will be content to Ie! well enough alone, “The king is dead, long live the king,” say we, cnd may his reign be as successful and long as that whieh eidked Aurll Sed. MR. MANN AND THE SENATOR enHIp_ Now that McDowell county has Joined the Swisher ranks, it would not be ont of order for some one to move to make the nomination unani- mous. Says the Bluefield Telegraph, anent Mr. Mann's candidacy for the United States senatorship to succeed Sena- tor Seott: “Hon. Isaac T. Mann, of Bram- well, was interviewed by the Daily ‘Telegraph, regarding the article pub: lished in the Parkersburg Dispateh- News, The article stated that Mr. Mann was a candidate to succeed Hon. Nathan 1. Scott In the United States senate. “The article in ques: tion went on to say that it was a deep-laid scheme in which prominent politicians, at Huntington were tak- ing a hand and deals had been ar- ranged effecting the result of con- ventions. Mr. Mann said he was not a candidate, but he and his friends in the southern end were friendly to Senator Scott. No deal as reportec has taken piace between Mr. Mant and the Cabell politicians, nor has Mr. Mann asked for pledges from ang candidates. He appreciates, howev er, the friendliness of those who havi expressed themselves for him.” There goes up into the etherea bine another effort ot the Parkers burg Dispatch-News to eheck the vic lorions march of a candidate for th republican nomination for govern: upon whom it haa not stamped it seal of approval. Mr. Mann has exercised rare polit feal judgment tn not nibbling at the alluring bait held out by the Dis patch-News, But few men woul have seen the flattering plot to us him as a tool to further the candida ey of another, and he loses nothing in the estimation of the party by un equivocally announcing his attitude te the seftatorhi¥iiatstion. tt Sen- ator Sqptt UVES sda willing, he will suecoed the Dispateh- News to the pd nowithstand- ‘ing. er rT PA ee AY Stes GUST Ge Se PREY | eae. 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Ee Re aa oer Sa ee he oe ee beats a ee ae cee aR Epa mene a OX ast BE Bees nC ee : joel See OO PCS ie oye at wna ae Beara ere Howard Univeralty bexins her closing exercises on'the 22nd with an alumni reunton ahd banquet of the theolog'eat departmen:, and the commencement oxertees wili be held on the 27th. ANS Howard, her ¥iuiani and well wishers will bave mitch more for which td be thankful than was the case a year or two past. ‘The differ- ences which arose during (he admin- fetration of the predecessor of Dr. Thirkield have all. Been settled and the university has efttered upon an anprecedented. ‘era. of — prosperity. Through the pahefteence of Mr. Car- negté « muck needed Hbrary is assur- ed; the alunnj absbelation has pledg- ed itself to raise money for other needed Improvements; the medical department has the advantaxes to be supplied by the best hospital in the southland; and the president of the Institution has the-auppert of the faculty and the entire student body: It is, therefore, to be expected that her loyal sons and daughters will be present in larger number than pre- vious years have witnesse and that Howard, which stands for the high- est development of the Negro, will close its year’s work as belits Its ex- alted position, We take this means of acknowl- edging the receipt of an invitation to he present at the 27th anniversary exercises of the Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, beginning ‘Sunday, May 24th, at which time the commencement sermon will bg preached by Dr. Len G. Broughton’ ‘pastor of the Baptist Tabernacle, of Auanta, Ga. For this. occasion an open rate of one and one-third fare. plus 25 cents for the round trip, has beon secured over the ‘lines of — the Southeastern Pastenger Association, and the prospects are, we learn, very bright for the largest attendance in the history of this famous institution over which Dr, Booker ‘T. Washing. ton presides. ‘ - - Tt you are working and sav ing your money and putting It ima bank where you get no interest, keep= mg it in a trunk or hiding it somewhere about your house—You Are Working For Money. © If you are working and saving your money and investing It in a safe way, where it will be-working day and night whether you are working or not, and making you at least six per cent. interest—Your Monee is Working For You. y The Pythian Mutual Investricnt Association was organized in orcer to give us an opportunity to put the money we could save together and then put it to work. ‘The above 18 a picture of our bullding’ Gabe Capitol Square in Charleston. We have just purchased a splendid three story brick building on ona at tee main business streets in the elty of Huntington. ‘The Arst floor is occupied oy the. Muntington Herald, the largest daily newspaper published in that. section of-the state; tue second floor Is used for ofhoe roonn, while the third floor is a large asserhbly and lodge hall. This building {6 sure to pay us ‘well Avec he Charleston building had been occuped only eight months our stockholders were pald a dividend of sx por cent. : Stock is still on sale at $10.00 ner share either paid up or on the installment plan. Ask your agent 1m your locality about it or wrjte t othis office, ae “tas Pythian Mutual — W. J. THOMPSON, President x Charleston, W. Va. SSOSSSSSSOSOSSS 696 Sn ee i ~ JOHN ATKINSON THAYER i Candidate for House of Delegates. Captain John Atkinson Thayer was born in Charleston, West Virginia, August 11, 1871, He was educated at the Charleston puble schools, Swarthmore College, Pennsylvania and Harvard university, Cambridge, Mass. Upon the declaration, of — war against Spain he was commissioned py President McKinley az a Second Lieutenant in the 4th Urtited States Infantry, and during his. service in Cuba was promoted to a First Liew- tenaney. Upon the conelision of the war with Svain he resunted his law practice in Charleston, where he has since taken a prominent part in_pol- itics, real estate and publi¢ affairs generally. Captain Thayer tras traveled exten- sively in Europe, and is now largely interested in the coal development of the New River Valley, and one of the best Charleston and Weat Virginia “boosters” In our community. ON LISS BELLS SLR EESE EES EE SERS SEES ECL ERREAERR SS : 6 e e A . a West Virginia Colored Institute INSTITUTE, “3 : 3 : : WEST VA. The . only Industrial Institute for ca colored Students in the State. : Regular Normal, Academic and Com- | _ merciat Courses, also Regular Courses in Agriculture, Carpentery and House Build | ing, Steam Fitting, Smithing,Cabinet Mak- ing, Painting and Glazing, Dressmaking,. Laundrying, Printing. A complete course in Military Training to Cadets. Rooms. Books, Fuel and Lights Free to Normal Students; and in addition Uniforms for } State Students. We have -a faculty, of | Twenty-two Teachers Board only Etght . Dollars per Month, : : For catalogue and other information address : _ J. McHENRY JONES, A. M. President. : Institute, West Virginia “tg PAGE, Mrs. Alice Bollen was at Mt. Car- bon visiting last week,” Mr. and Mra. Sam Dandfidge pass- ed through town last week om their way to Virginia J. W. Vanhook, of Sewell, was a visitor to our town last week. R. W. Snead was at Matoka last week on business. : * Flijah Miller and wife were In town Sunday visiting friends. | ete Brownsville Affair Over to December Washington, May 13-—Senator Foraker abandoned his effort to se- cure consideration at this sesslor, his bill reinatating negro troops dis- charged from service on &ecount of Brownsville rlot and moved to make bill a special order for December 16th next | i Mra. Lizzie Pines entertained in a charming mgnner the 4 ofelock’s Friday evening. After work a yery palatable Juncheon was served. If you have been injured, the healthy movement of the thigh is the best way to move the bowel and bowels in the body. For force, in the shape of a kick, the knee is the most painful, is dangerous. The ankle is the most painful, is dangerous. Keeping the bowel in the knee is to take CANDY GAS HARTY WHILE WE WAIT EAT 'EM LIKE CANDY Pleasant Forkville, Potent, Taste Good, Do Good. Never Bloat. Weaken or Gripe! 10, 25 and 50 ounces for free sample, and book- let on health. Address 493 Starling Reservoir Company, Chicago or New York KEEP YOUR BLOOD CLEAN NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION. At a meeting of the stockholder of the American Economic Association, a corporation under the laws of the State of West Virginia, held on the 14th of April, 1908, at its principal office in the city of Charleston, West Virginia. A majority of the capital stock being represented and voting in favor of the following resolution: Resolved. That the American Economic Association, a corporation duly created, organized and existing under the laws of the State of West Virginia, do discontinue the business of said corporation. That after the payment of all debts and liabilities of said corporation, the property and assets remaining thereafter be distributed between the stockholder of the same in proportion to their holdings in said association. I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy of a resolution adopted by the American Economic Association on the 14th day of April, 1908. President of American Economic Association. 4-23-4t . L. N. BROWN, CONTRACTOR AND BUILDER, WILL GLADLY FURNISH ESTIMATES ON ALL STYLES OF BUILDINGS AND GUARANTEES SATISFACTION. IF YOU INTEND TO BUILD, WRITE ME AT INSTITUTE, W. VA. 1-2-164 HOTEL BROWN West Virginia's Popular Hotel for Colored People. 35 Rooms 35c., 50c., 75c..and $1.00 per day Lodging 35c and 50c per night Special Rates by week or month. Accomodations for 75 People Rooms in Suite, $1.50 to $2.00 New Phone 1098 F. C. Brown, Prop. 500 Capitol Street CHARLETON, W. VA. We have a new line of GAS STAND LAMPS Come in and look them over COFFEY Plumbing Co. Quarrier St., near Capitol PATENTS TRADE MARKS DESIGNS CORPORATORS & C. Anyone sending a sketch and description may may receive a probability. Patent on a favorite is probably. Patent on a temporary strict confidential. HANDBOOK on Patents and fees. Other money. Contact information. Patents taken through Manu & Co. receive special notices, without charge, in the Scientific American. A handsomely illustrated weekly. Largest ever. Patent of the year. Sold by new advertisers. WONDER & Co. 601 Broadway, New York Broadway Office, 601 Broadway, New York Without a content McDowell county instructed her 35 delegates Saturday to vote for Hon. C. W. Swisher or governor, thus adding another of the big counties to his long lead in the race. As mentioned in the Mall, he opposition which was reported a the southern section of the state allied to materialize and there was o attempt to prevent instructions. In McDowell many of those who ad been named against Mr. Swisher arned out to be his warm supporters in the convention. His success in McDowell gave him a clean victory fast week, he having won Cabell Tuesday, the only other county to select. This week—Saturday—Mercer and Berkeley counties will select delegates to the state convention. In Mercer there will be no contest and Mr. Swisher will get the entire delegation, even though they come uninstructed. However, a report from there is to the effect that there is a strong sentiment in favor of Swisher instructions. In Berkeley county there is a contest on and it is expected that both Mr. Swisher and Mr. Scherr will be there a part of this week. Mr. Swisher's long lead in the race gives him the advantage, and it is expected that the Berkeley delegation will be instructed for him. Mr. Swisher's friends are well pleased with the results of the past week. He added to his list 60 delegates, all that were selected. By the end of this week it is expected that the fight will be over. The May fair, which has been in progress at Simpson M. E. church the past two weeks, closes Friday night. The attendance has been very gratifying to the officials, and the returns have exceeded all expectations. Fifteen persons were immersed at the First Baptist church Sunday morning, and the right hand of fellowship was extended at the evening services. Mr. and Mrs. D. Scott, en route to Paint Creek from Pittsburg, were guests at Hotel Brown, Tuesday. The local lodge of Odd Fellows and Household of Ruth observed their thanksgiving day at Simpson M. E. church, Sunday, with appropriate exercises. Both organizations were out in full force and were deeply impressed by the excellent sermon delivered by the pastor, Rev. J. W. Waters. The annual May fair was begun at the First Baptist church, Monday evening, and will continue for two weeks. Many excellent attractions are offered at the various booths, which are engaged in a spirited but friendly contest to report the largest number of sales. McKeever Haston and Miss Lila Morris were married at the residence of Mrs. McClure, on Capitol St. Monday. About forty guests of both races were present at the ceremony which was performed by Rev. S. R. Bullock, of the First Baptist church. Mr. and Mrs. McKeever were recipients of many useful presents. Electric combs at Mrs. Brown's, 500 Capitol St. Adv. Mrs. Langhorne left Monday for Stone Clif to visit her sister, who is reported very ill. She was accompanied by Mrs. McGhee. Mrs. Ida Jones and children left last week for Jersey City, N. J. Mrs. Sophia Robinson, of Powellton, was a guest of her sister, Mrs. M. J. Preston, Thursday last. Mrs. Lillian Starks returned Saturday from Athens, O., where she was called by the death of a brother-in-law. Mrs. Fannie Dellonney spent Monday at Kimberly visiting her sister. Julia Dorsey, who has been attending Morgan College at Baltimore, arrived in the city Saturday to attend her sister, Bessie, whose condition is considered hopeless. Mrs. M. J. Hazlewood entertained a few friends at cards Monday evening. The Ladies Aid society of St. Paul A. M. E. church will meet tonight with Mrs. Martha Washington, 485 Sentz St. Mrs. Lizzie Adams is reported very ill at her home on Lewis St. Rev. W. E. Walker, pastor of St. Paul A. M. E. church returned Tuesday from Parkersburg, where he held quarterly meeting for Rev. O'Brien in the absence of the presiding elder who is attending the conference at Norfolk. There will be baptising at St. Paul A. M. E. church, Sunday. All candidates are requested to meet at the church at 11:00 a.m. The following are requested to meet at The Advocate office, Wednesday of next week at which time the team for conferring the Pythian third tank will be organized: C. W. Boyd, T. G. Nutter, F. J. F. Clark, R. L. Jones, J. A. Jackson, W. H. Burke, R. L. Mickey, C. E. Mitchell, T. W. Randolph, Andrew Brown, Chas. Stephenson, Samuel Johnson, Thos. Jennings, Edward Scales, Allen DeHonney, L. L. Gillard, C. H. James, Clarence Napper, P. Nelson, Bassom Smith, Edward Turner, Scott Wooster, W. H. Walker, H. B. Rice, D. B. Butler, G. W. Cuzzens, W. H. Morris, H. T. Poindexter and Rev. W. E. Walker. W. H. Bowles is home, after having taught a successful school at Fayetteville A large number of Charleston people witnessed the Seniors play "The Man from Nevada." Friday evening at the West Virginia institute, and were loud in their praise of the work of the amateur performers. The Charleston Woman's Improvement League held a very pleas- ant meeting Friday afternoon with Mrs. I. M. Garper on Bradford street. Arrangements were made to continue the sewing class during the absence of Mrs. Carper from the city. An hour was devoted to the reading of the article "An Ostracized race in Ferment," by Ray Stannard Baker is regarded by the Negroes throughout the country as having the fairest views of any writer on the Negro question, and is therefore being read with much interest. Next week Senator Foraker's speech before congress on the Brownsville affair will be read and discussed. Mrs. Elizabeth Blackwell, of Clarksville, was the guest of the league. Meeting next Friday afternoon at 5:30 at the home of Mrs. J. M. Hazlewood on Washington street. LODGES AND COURTS UNITE (Continued from Page One.) a leader of men. He had four distinct characteristics which entitled him to leadership, namely, honesty, wisdom, sincerity, and religion. He filled without equivocation Shakes- pearce idea that an honest man in the noblest work of God. He was not honest because it was the best policy but because it is right. He never dealt in subterfuges. He said what he meant, and meant what he said. Inspired confidence in his far reaching schemes, because the people knew that if by any chance he might over estimate the possibilities of success, he would be his honest as the days are long with them. He never gave his hand unless his heart won't with it. He despised shams, and would give no countenance to any schemes however invilfing a financial outlook it presented the depended for its success, upon deceiving the people. Who is there among us that without question would not have trusted to him his life, his money, and his sacred honor. Such unsuilled honesty inspired confidence and confidence is the vital breath of leadership. He was not only honest but wise. We believed in his wisdom, unquestionably a cardinal virtue of leadership. He was wise without arrogance; knowing without the pretensions of wisdom. This absence of ostentation grew out of his simple nature in itself a certain mark of greatness. He was slow to give his opinion, seeming rather most too diffident and retiring, wishing always to hear others first. When he did speak, what he said went as straight as a arrow to the mark. He wasted no words in trimming and burnishing his thoughts, for truth to him was most adorned when least adorned. Those who heard him forgot the speaker, but remembered the words which he uttered. From his lips thoughts sprang like Minerva from the head of Olympian Jove full panoplied for action. Words had weight to him only when they led to wise actions; hence the leadership was only coveted because through it he might help his race. Wisdom may be obtained from the world of books or from the world of experience. Supreme Chancellor Starkis gained it from both. He knew men better than he knew books. Like Abraham Lincoln and Booker T. Washington from whatever source knowledge came it was simplified, though bearing the marks of originality after passing through the prism of his clarifying mind. It was by patient constructive leader ship subtended by wisdom that he became the idol of his followers. He was a sincere man—the word sincere means without wax. When the ancients were testing honey if when they held it between their eyes and the sun, they could see no specks in it; if the light unchecked passed through it, and it were perfectly translucent, they exclaimed with joy, it is sincere. A man who when tried by every rule proved true was said by them to be sincere. Our beloved Supreme Chancellor tried by every test, measured by every rule known, scrutinized inside and outside, his life was sincere. Viewing his character from every possible standpoint, it is commendable. As a son he was dutiful and obedient, as a husband he was affectionate, as a brother he was thoughtful and helpful, as a friend he was as true as the needle to the pole. No man can lead who is not true to his friends. Friendship that weakens in the hour of need is no friendship at all. He thought seldom of his enemies, but often of his friends, for no man ever drank deeper at the fountain of pure friendship than he. He often repeated the words of the Master, "For greater love than this hath no man, than that he lay down his life for his friends." He was deeply interested in the Friendly society Movement, and looked forward toward the day when the fraternal hosts of his race would unite upon common lines for the benefit and uplift of the oppressed. It is easy to smile in prosperity, to dance on the green arm and arm in cushine when the heart is young, and time passes away like a dream, but when adversity dogs us and black clouds lower over us threateningly, and the eye grows dim and steps slow, it is then that we long for sympathy, and lift our eyes to the leaden heavens for succor. The friend who fails to answer here and ready in our hour of need is poor and worthless. Mr. Starks was a deeply religious man. He had a profound belief in God, and unshaken faith in the Holy Scriptures as the chart and source of righteous living. He was a moral man, for religion without the balance of morality is worthless. Religion is morality in bloom. The trees cold and apparently dead in December. 1910 Stanley E. Nease, Republican Candidate for Assembler, Whose Attitude Has Been Such as to Command Him to the Support of the Colored Race. though possessing the seeds of life; represent morality, but when spring comes, and they are touched by the influence of sunshine and flower, thus bursting into bud and bloom, they represent religion. Conversion is only the beginning of a religious life; good deeds are its continuation. The trust proof of a man's fidelity to God is his love for his brother. Devotion may be gained in the cloister, but helpful religion must be learned on the field of life's conflict. ed. Their full text is: Resolutions of Lodges and Courts We, your committee on resolution of condolence, do hereby join with those who mourn the loss of our chief executive, that gentle, fearless and matchless leader, S. W. Starks late Grand Chancellor of West Virginia and Supreme Chancellor of N. A. S. A., E. A., A. and A.; and with on the morning of April 3rd passse into eternity. Whereas, He was the founder o Mr. Starke is eminently practical in his religious motions. He believes that religion is a life that must be lived day by day in contact with his fellows. He did not feel that in his work with men the white robe of Christianity could be soiled, but that truth is like a torch, the more it shakes it shifnes. To practice the virtues of Christianity was to him the basis of righteous living. What made Shakespeare the most talented writer of any age or clime. What made the canvass of Raphael speak forth with living light? What gave to the chisel and brush of Angelo the power to pick an angel from the rock or start seraphs from chapel walls? Practice gave to these men their unusual power, so he believed that religion is a unit and all the virtues grow together by following the directions and practicing the simple teachings of the Master. His life was a psalm and a prayer, and those nearest his heart con testify that in all things he followed the right as God had given him to see the right. With him religion was a life of good works, and situation rather than motion was the passport to divine favor: If he is time that he prayest best who loyeeth best, then he prays of our Grand Chancellor had weight in the councils of glory. He is tallest on heaven's floor who is nearest God; he is greatest who is best. He never scorned a man because he was down not refused, to lend a hand to those less fortunate than himself. Applying biness, principles with unusual forelight and acumen, he grew rich without self-importance; always frugal with his honey, he gave of his bounty to those who were worthy and in need with the prodigality of a prince. Simple in taste and modest in dress, no man ever more enjoyed seeing others in sash, sword and feathers than he. He loved the people with whom he lived. Charleston must have the best brass band, the best drill company, the best newspaper, the best Pythian Tempel, and the best subordinate lodge of any city in the jurisdiction. Under the weight of tremendous responsibility working all day and far into the night, if he could hear the simple stories of his old time friends, join with the boys in merry heart-felt laughter at night, he was heart-taken up with new zeal the work of the next day. His religion was trust in God, simple sincerity and love for his fellow-man. He did not get above us as the world caused him higher and higher, but all of his thoughts for us and how he might lift his brothers as he climbed. He was happiest among his friends. in such humor and amid such surroundings he heard the cry from afar a few weeks ago. He had all his life been a great sufferer, and the sudden attack did not tundly alarm him. Carried to his home, where encouraged by every sympathy that loving hearts could offer, and blessed by every attention that tender hands aided by science could administer, he rapidly grew worse. Between the paroxysms of his suffering, he talked pleasantly with his friends, and when it was seen that one chance and only one remained to save his life, he turned to the friend upon whose judgment he had relied and following his advice submitted himself to the last ordeal with the simplicity and willingness of a tired child. At the operating room, it was noticeable that his courage did not falter and that his native politeness, the outgrowth of a kind heart, was with him to the last. He kissed his wife and sister, but did not say good-bye, for he thought to greet them anew in the morning. Without a sign of fear or a tremor of anxiety he took the operating chair and closed his eyes. From the struggle of life he dropped into the sheep of death. Who can say that on the wings of the dream that filled his last slumber, he did not pass into the reality of a fuller life; that his raptured soul did not meet with a outer guard at the pearly gate and whisper the pass-word that admitted him into the company of angels." The resolutions of the lodges and courts were read by Mr. J. M. Hazewood, and were unanimously adopt- ad. Their full text is: Resolutions of Lodges and Courts, We, your committee on resolutions of condolence, do hereby join with those who mourn the loss of our chief executive, that gentle, fearless and matchless leader, S. W. Starks, late Grand Chancellor of West Virginia and Supreme Chancellor of N. A., S. A., E., A., A. and A.; and who on the morning of April 3rd passed into eternity, Whereas, He was the founder of Pythianism in West Virginia, and Grand Chancellor from its beginning consecutively until his death; and, Whereas, He was the guardian of Pythianism in all America and the chief exponent of the Court of Calanthe; and, Whereas, The long and fraternal relationship held with him in the faithful discharge of his duties in our organization makes it fitting and appropriate for us to record the appreciation of his sterling qualities, his manly ability, and unswerving race loyalty; and, Whereas, He was a faithful son, a true husband and an exemplary citizen; and, Whereas, His whole life was one of examples, usefulness, and inspiration to those in his community; and, Whereas, He proved himself not only a leader in Pythianism, but a statesman, a diplomat and a conservator; therefore, be it Resolved, That we sincerely deplore the loss of so great a chieftain, such an eminent leader and statesman; that we how in humble submission to Him who doeth all things for good. We direct his loving mother, faithful wife and bereaved, ones to Him, who hath said: "Come, unto me all ye that labor and are heavy laden and I will give you rest." ADDITIONAL CORRESPONDENCE CLARKSBURG. Trinity U. E. Church was crowded to its utmost capacity Sunday evening when the two orders of Knights of Pythias and the Court of Calanthe assembled to pay a tribute of respect to their fallen chief, S. W. Starks. At eight o'clock the Sir Knights entered, followed by the ladies of the Court who were dressed in white. The opening hymn was announced by Mr. Jenkins. Rev. Watson led in prayer. Scripture lesson, II Tim., 4th Ch., Rev. V. Kirk. Reading Proclamation, Dr. W. S. Turner. Solo, "Forevermore," Miss Willa Lee. Biography of S. W. Starks, Miss Cora Jackson. Singing, "In the Cross of Christ I Glory," Choir. Eulogy, Rev. J. W. Robinson. "Anthem, 'Praise Ye the Lord,'" Choir. Eulogy, Rev. G. W. W. Jenkins, Singing, "Servant of God, Well Done," Choir. Reading of Resolutions from Anita and Star Lodges, K. of P., by Frank Kent. Reading of Resolutions from W. S. Kearney Court of Calanthe, by R. A. West. Thus closed a most impressive service for the beloved dead. The eulogies delivered were said to be the best heard here for some time. Dr. L. R. Whipper left Sunday night for Washington, D. C., where will take a host graduate course at Howard Medical school, preparatory to entering upon her work as resident physician at the W. Va. Colored Institute. Dr. Whipper spent four very successful years here and while her many friends here are greatly pleased over her new appointment, yet they regret to lose one who has labored so unitingly among them. Chas. Cross left Sunday night for his home at Berryville, Va. Mrs. Fauny Woodard left for her home at Philadelphia, Friday evening. Rev. J. E. Morris left Sunday night for Norfolk, Va., to attend the general conference. William Washington, of Mannington, formerly of this city, brother of Mrs. Henry Lewis, died Friday, May 8th, after a short illness, and was buried Monday afternoon from Trinity M. E. Church. EXCURSION TO COLUMBUS OHIO From West Virginia stations, starting from Gauley Bridge at 9:30 p. m. Saturday night, May 23rd. Special train will leave Charleston at 11:10 p. m., arriving Columbus Sunday morning at 6:00 o'clock. $2.00 from stations south of Charleston; $1.50 from Charleston and stations north. Leave Columbus Sunday 6:00 p. m. The "Rainy Day." When will YOU begin to provide for it? Will it be after the storm is upon you? There are thousands of laborers, business men and professional men in this section who are wasting enough to provide amply for misfortune if the waste were saved and deposited regularly in our SAVINGS DEPARTMENT Cultivate the REGULAR SAVINGS HABIT You can begin with $1.00 Drop us a card or call and let us show you how. Kanawha Banking & Trust Co., Charleston, W. Va. He was a member of Monongabella Lorge No. 148, I. B. P. O. E. of W, which held impressive ceremonies at the grave. Among the many persons from Fairmont who attended the funeral were: Strother Gray, Geo. Gray, Clarence Lee, Jacob Summerville, Chas. White, J. Green and Robt. Smith. Several persons from Mannington were also in attendance. The following program was presented by the Literary Society Friday afternoon: 1. Singing, Society. 2. Quotattons. 3. Recitation, Cora Gales. 4. Select Reading, Eva Green. 5. Essay, Longfellow, Mabel Rone. 6. Instrumental solo, Ophella Washington. 7. Select Reading, James Washington. 8. Recitation, Estella Walker. 9. Solo, Marie Miles. 10. Debate, "Resolved, That all children under the age of 14 should be compelled to go to school." Affirmative: Mary Jett, Bird Rone, Negative: M. Wilkinson, Cornellia Meade. 15. Eagle. 16. Critic. C. W. Hamilton and Prin. E. L. Morton, of Fairmont, spent Sunday here. Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Lewis, of Buckhannon, attended the funeral of Mr. Washington. Mrs. Rachel White, of Uniontown, Pa. spent several hours in the city, Saturday. While here she was the guest of Mrs. Sophia Lee. Jack Hallway, who was reported (1) issue, died Wednesday afternoon. He was a highly respected citizen and loving parent. His daughter, of East Liverpool, O., and son, of Washington, Pa., attended the funeral. He was eighty-two years of age and had spent the greater part of his life in this vicinity. The funeral took place Friday afternoon from Trinity M. E. Church, of which he was a life long member and earnest worker. He is survived by a wife, three children and twelve grand children. A number of persons from Fairmont were here Thursday to assist in setting up an Odd Fellow lodge. The order starts under very auspicious conditions with a membership of thirty-one. The "Fishing Pond" given by the ladies of the B. W. Arnett Club was well attended. A drama entitled "A White Shawl" will be presented Tuesday night at Reed's hall, under auspices of the St. Lukes. Mack Riddle, Gilbert Grant, Jas. Jones and several others from Weston were in the city Sunday. Mrs. Lala Brown is able to be out again after a serious illness with typhoid fever. Mrs. John Strange is able to be out again. J. H. Clay has returned from his home in Virginia, where he was called by the death of his sister. W. S. Kearney Court will hold an entertainment at the Academy of Music Tuesday night. Mrs. Wright, formerly Miss Stepean, of Withville, Va., is the guest of her aunt, Mrs. Floyd Robinson. Rev. and Mrs. G. W. W. Jenkins will leave Tuesday for Baltimore, COVINGTON, VA. A. Jonas, who has been engaged in Charleston, is home again. J. A. Denny, insurance agent, left some days ago for Richmond. Master Elliott Grimes accompanied him. The Odd Fellows and Household meet, May 18, with Mrs. Cella Milla. J. H. Walker is engaged in building a house at iron Gate. Mrs. Emma J. McDowell left Sunday morning for Charleston to visit her sons. Rev. Edward Johnson is engaged in iron Gate. He is foreman for Contractor Walker. Miss Bertha Polindexter, who has been spending some time visiting relatives here, left Monday morning for her home in Baltimore. John Howard, inspector for an insurance company of Richmond, spent two days here. During his stay he was guest of James A. Payno, agent for the company. Mrs. A. B. Howard, of Lincolnatti, was a guest last week of Miss Datar Hutcherson. Kings Daughters held their meeting, Monday, with Mrs. Harriet Wetlace, on Pledmont Row. They all of Ruth turned put, Sunday, in special session and had their annual sesm mon preached by Rev. Jefferies, pastor of St. John's Methodist church Rev. Jefferies preached an excellent sermon, his illustrations being good and flow of language eloquent. He gave in a most pleasing manner the origin of the order. Rev. Garrett White filled the pupil for Rev. W. J. Hackett, Sunday ...Mr. and Mrs. Syre, of Lowmoors came up, Sunday, to hear the sermon of the Odd Fellows. Mrs. Jennie Pollard spent some time this week in Clifton, visiting his sister, Mrs. Mattle Brown. Sunday appropriate memorial services were held for the late Ron S. W. Starks by Eastern Star Indo and Fannie L. Stark Court. The following programme was resumed Singing, "Abide With Me!" Reading, "Twenty third Psalm Y Prayer by prelate. Singing, "Never Alone." Eulogy Rev. D. D. Morris. Duet, Mrs. Nellie Vanhook, R. C Cary. Eulogy, Sir C. R. Writing. Singing, "Oh, where shall rest I found." Paper on the life of S. W. Starks Mrs. L. B. Noel. Duet, Misses Fanny Cary, Leroy Duet, Sir P. B. Jasper, Mrs. Janie Allen. Benediction, J. D. Morris, master of ceremonies. Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Lewis spent several days in Beckley last week Rev. E. C. Page returned from Montgomery Sunday accompanies by his daughter, Portia. Rev. P. A. Harris, of Fayette, was a business visitor here last week. C. A. Biggs, of Fayetteville, was here on business last week. Mrs. Fannie Cary was shopping in Thurmond Monday. Mrs. M. C. Hutcherson, of Clee Jean, was here the guest of her ail mrs. M. L. B. Noel. G. C. Jackson was a business visitor to Fayetteville last week. Wall Paper SPRING TIME is renewing time; time to redress your house throughout. In nearly every house there are some rooms that welcome some that do not. We can help you to lend light and charm to the least attractive room of your house. THE WOMAN who appreciates the beautiful and the artistic will thoroughly enjoy seeing our display of the new shades, design and color combinations in wall papers this spring. Never before have we had so great a variety or one of such beauty. We invite a call and inspection. A Beautiful Home is a Joy to the dwellers therein and to the stranger within the gates. Any home can be made beautiful with wall paper and decorations harmonious in color and design. We've a large assortment for you to select from. Moore's 118 Capitol Street 118 From the Church is the Negro in Oklahoma if the White Folks Protest—Unique Decision. Muskogee, Okla., May 10.—That a Negro in Oklahoma cannot attend religious services at a white church, if his presence is distasteful to the members of the congregation, is the substance of the decision of a jury THE BAUER MEAT & FISH COMPANY 28 AND 30 CAPITOL ST. Beef, Veal. Mutton, Pork Fresh Pork Sausage and Weiner Our Own Make Try our machine sliced Hams and Bacon OYSTERS, FISH, POULTRY The Best Qualities in all the popular kinds of We want your patronage, for we have complete stock in our lines and you can get it when you want it most. BARRED in the case of Louis Tucker at Table-quish. Mrs. Wright, a woman evangelist, was conducting a series of meetings and she invited the Negro to attend. At first his presence created no disturbance, but finally some white members objected, but the Negro refused to stay away. A charge was brought against him for disturbing religious worship. The case was bitterly contested. And South African Scraper Meet Tonight Boer Champion is Expected to Give a Good Account of Himself, But Gans is Picked as the Winner. Joe Gans, lightweight champion, will be called upon to defend his title in a 20-round fight with Rudolph Unholz, the Boer, at Frisco next Thursday night. While the general impression is that Gans will win, the fighting Boer must be given at least an outside chance. Unholz is a fighter who is much the same kind of a man as Battling Nelson was when the durable Dane was just starting out full of endurance and grit. Gans had a hard time besting Nelson. In Unholz he will meet a man whom a jab or jolt does not bother. Unless Gans has gone back, which is hardly probable, he will outpoint Unholz at least. The winner of the bout will be matched with Packey McFarland. Unholz is matched to fight Nelson, but of course the match, hinges on the showing he makes against Gans. The lightweight division should therefore furnish some excellent bouts in the near future, but all eyes will center on the Gans-Unholz contest for next Thursday, as Unholz has been coming to the front rapidly of Hart After Johnson. Even if Tommy Burns, the world's heavyweight champion, does not agree to take on Jack Johnson, the colored heavyweight, before the National Sproting Club of London, Johnson will not have to return home without a fight. Marvin Hart, who defeated Johnson in Frisco on March 28, 1905, is hot after a fight with the big black man, and it may be that Hart will sail for England to arrange the match. According to John McKee, the manager of Hart, a cablegram has been sent Sam Fitzpatrick, who looks after the interest of Johnson, asking him to do everything possible to get the National Sporting Club to match Johnson and Hart in case Burns refuses to sign articles. McKee will leave for Louisville to have a talk with Hart, and if things go well they may both go to England in time to fight Johnson during the famous EngHsh Derby, which is run in June. Hart is better shape right now than for a long time. He has not had on the gloves since his fight with John Willie at Hot Springs, when Hart was badly injured by a foul blow. He has recovered from the effects of the injuries, however, and his hand, which has caused him much pain in all his fights since he fought George Gardner at Louisville five years ago, appears to have healed entirely, and he can use it with great freedom while boxing. The National Sporting Club has hung up a big purse for Burns and Johnson, but the indications are that Burns will not tarry long in England, as his wife is ill and he must hurry home. This gives Hart a chance to get in the running, and a match with Johnson is a possibility. WILLIAMSON L. D. Dawson just closed a very successful term of school here. The closing exercises were given at the Odd Fellows hall, the house was packed to utmost capacity. The rendition of the program was complete in every detail. Mr. Dawson has proved himself to be a very able and efficient teacher. On Wednesday evening Mr. Lewjs Kenny and Miss Eunice Gayhart were united in the holy bonds of matrimony at the home of the bride on Logan street. Miss Josie Sloan, who has been visiting friends and relatives here for the past two weeks, returned to her home at Bikeville, Ky., Tuesday. The soda fountain and ice cream parlor on the corner of Third and Vinton streets, which is operated and managed by L. D. Dawson is quite an improvement to our city. Wm. Thompson has moved from Third avenue to Harvey street. Wm. T. Gilmer and wife left a few days ago for Logan where they will open a restaurant. John Cecil has returned from Holden, where he has been doing cement work. G. W. Toy is on the sick list this week. Mrs. Francis Honaker, formerly of this place, but now a resident of Louisa, Ky., is visiting here this week. Mrs. Polly Wright, who has been sick for several weeks, is able to be out again. Horace Hairston was called to his home in North Carolina as witness in a murder case. We look for his return soon. Wm. Mosley, the little son of F. J. Mosoly, was struck on the head by an unknown white boy. While the gash is a very bad one it is hoped it will not prove serious. The pool room, which is being operated by the colored men of this place is doing a very successful business under the management of Eugene Mays. Lem Mead, a fireman on the N. & W. railroad, is here this week taking a vacation. He has a number of friends here who is always glad when he visits them. Of His High Office Under the Constitution Are Insisted Upon and the President Told Seattors. In a Letter That He Will Brook No Interference in Plans He Has Regarding Troops and Stewart Washington, May 8. After having been charged repeatedly during his administration with usurpation of congressional powers, the president now in turn is alleging that congress seems to be seeking to usurp some of the authority with which he is invested by the constitution. He has written a letter to Senator Stewart, of Vermont, in which this point was raised and has stirred up considerable feeling among republican senators who are not on friendly terms with the administration. The letter is so vigorous in its tone that some of the republican leaders were discussing this afternoon the question of administering a rebuke to Mr. Roosevelt for the position he has taken with respect to the reinstatement of the Negro soldiers who were dismissed on account of the shooting up of Brownsville Texas, and Colonel Wm. F. Stewart, the exiled coast artillery officer in whom Senator Rayner, of Maryland, has become interested. On Wednesday during the final chapter of Senator Warner's speech on the Brownsville affray, Senator Stewart made his maiden entry as a debater by asking Warner a number of questions, which indicated that he sympathized with the attitude assumed by Senator Foraker. At the conclusion of Mr. Warner's remarks, Mr. Foraker read a clipping from the Cincinnati Times-Star, owned by Charles P. Taft, brother of Secretary Taft, which declared that the president had written a letter to Senator Smith, of Michigan, saying that if congress enacted a law similar to that proposed by Mr. Foraker, he would promptly veto it, and if congress passed it over his veto he would absolutely refuse to recognize it or obey it. He said such legislation would conflict with his constitutional right of making appointments. He alone could arrange for enlistments in the army, and congress had no right to give him mandatory instructions. Wouldn't Give Up. Senator Smith acknowledged receiving a letter from the president, but refused to divulge its contents. He regarded it as a private communication. Senator Foraker insisted that if Mr. Smith had not made its contents known they were given publicity at the White House. After learning that Senator Stewart was suspected of sympathizing with Mr. Foraker's policy of compelling the president to reinstate the Negro soldiers, the president prepared a letter covering 30 typewritten pages and sent it to Senator Stewart. He went into details concerning his position on the Brownsville affair and defended his course from start to finish. He also inclosed a copy of the letter previously sent to Senator Smith, of Michigan, saying it still represented his opinion regarding any legislation on the subject which congress might enact. He then took up the case of Colonel William F. Stewart, now being punished by exile to Fort Grant, Ariz., and followed with a copy of the letter received yesterday by Senator Rayner, of Maryland. This letter is a scorching communication and declared that he would not permit any interference from congress in the matter of Colonel Stewart. He devoted some half dozen pages to raking Colonel Stewart fore and aft. In conclusion the president informed Senator Stewart that he would not tolerate the lessening of his constitutional rights by any action of congress, and he would ignore any attempted interference either in the Brownsville affair or the case of Colonel Stewart. This letter did not particularly appeal to Senator Stewart and he proceeded to acquaint all the republican leaders with its contents. They considered the matter of grave and serious import—possibly without a precedent. They declared that no previous instance could be found where a president of the United States openly announced over his own signature that he would refuse, to obey and execute a law of congress if enacted according to constitutional requirements. The question was not viewed in the light of a joke, based upon mere idle words, but a subject demanding some appropriate action to protect the legislative branch of the government from the encroachments of the executive branch. Covered Everything. As Senator Stewart's letter from the president covered his communication to Senator Smith, of Michigan, and Senator Rayner, it covered the entire incident and made a connected and complete assignment of the president. It was this letter, rather than the two others, which created a feeling of indignation and bitterness. The weak-kneed and those friendly to the administration, who counseled that nothing be done, based their position on the fact that none of the three letters had been made public, and consequently the senate has not yet been openly threatened and defied. Senator Foraker and his close EXTRAORDINARY OFFER A late season and a slow market compel us to do this. Yours is the benefit. You need your summer suit now. 222 CAPITOL STREET personal friends immediately started a movement looking to the publication of the letter to Senator Stewart, which would cover all of the communications. Every possible effort is being made to induce Mr. Stewart to lose the letter, so it may fall into the hands of Mr. Foraker and his allies. In such an event it would be at once made public. As the proposition now stands it is not proposed to offer any resolution in the open senate censuring the president, but simply make it a family affair among the republican majority. If anything is attempted it will be in a regularly called conference of republican senators. At such a meeting the entire matter of alleged executive usurpation and interference would be threshed out and a definite policy adpoted. Unless the republicans hang closely together in seeking to reprimand President Roosevelt, nothing at all can be accomplished. The democrats to a man approve of his course in dismissing the Negro soldiers, and would unanimously vate against anything in the nature of a censure for insisting that these men shall not be restored to the army. It would only be necessary for six friends of the administration to join with the democrats to make any plan of criticism fail. It is being suggested tonight that the republicans may hold their conference and designate a committee to wait upon the president and privately enter a remonstrance against his writing such letters as those addressed to Senators Smith, Rayner, and Stewart. NATIONAL NEGRO BUSINESS LEAGUE NOTES The ninth annual session of the National Negro Business League is to be held at Baltimore, Maryland, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, August 19, 20 and 21, 1908. The Local Negro Business League of Baltimore, Mr. Harry T. Pratt, president, is in charge of the arrangements of entertainment, etc. The strongest forces among the Negro people of that city are co-operating with Mr. Pratt and the Local League to make the coming session a success. Reduced rates as usual will be secured for the meeting. The following Local Business Leagues have recently secured charters from the national organization, namely: Riverside, California; Sacramento, California; Annapolis, Maryland; and Natchez, Mississippi. Under decision of the National Negro Business League, no local league is now recognized as such unless, it holds a charter from the national organization. Charters will be sent whenever requested by Mr. Emmett J. Scott, corresponding secretary, Tuskegee Institute, Alabama, on receipt of postoffice money order, or New York draft, to cover same. Those interested in promoting business enterprises among the Negro people are urged to secure charters as early as possible and to have their leagues represented at the coming Baltimore session. The second annual meeting of the Texas Negro Business League will be held at Fort Worth, June 30, July 1 and 2, 1908. Hon. R. L. Smith, president of the Farmers' Improvement Society, of Paris, Texas, and Mr. R. C. Houston, Jr., a successful undertaker and the moving spirit in the establishment of the Negro bank at Fort Worth are earnestly devoting themselves to making the coming meeting an interesting and satisfactory one. Mr. Houston's effort to found a Negro bank at Fort Worth was seconded to the extent of having $25,000 paid in as the capital stock before the bank was even ready to open its doors. He has been similarly successful in other business directions. Mr. Smith's organization, the Farmers' Improvement Society, is, in many respects, the most potent racial organization in that state. The annual meeting of the Mississippi State Negro League is to be held at Vicksburg, July 1 and 2. 1908. Mr. Charles Banks, president of the bank at Mound Bayou, has built up one of the strongest State Negro Business Leagues in the country. All of the influences that count in the uplift of the Negro people are allied with him in his effort to energize the business and commercial activities of the Mississippi Negro. Plans are also being formed at this time, though no dates have yet been set, for the annual meetings of the Arkansas State Negro Business League, the Indiana State Negro Business League, the Florida State Negro Business League and the Colorado and Virginia Negro Business Leagues. Dr. Booker Washington, the president of the National organization, recently gave utterances to the following purposes of the league: "The league is not a lodge; it pays no death benefits; it has no pass words grips, and is not 'fraternal.' It is an organization of Negro business men. It offers to its members the fellowship of the men among the Negro race who have succeeded. It has no honors or dignities to bestow. It is not in politics and is not run by political methods. It recognizes that in a free country like ours it is the individual who counts and that it is in the competition and struggles of business that big men have been developed—men like Carnegie, Rockefeller, George Foster Feaboy, Robert C. Ogden, etc. We have successful business men among us. We want to get them to know each other. As a race we have many special and peculiar business problems to settle. We want to find out what we are doing in a business way and we want the best advice the best business men of the race can give us to assist in solving our special business problems. This is the purpose of the Business League. It has no other purpose. It does not seek to take the place of any other organization. It is like the organization of Negro physicians. Better than papers is a study of facts: How much business are we doing? How about credits? How can we improve our methods of selling, etc.? BARBOURSVILLE Rev, Geo, Jett, of Clarksburg, preached an excellent sermon at the First Baptist church last Tuesday night. Mrs. Kearney, of Huntington, was the guest of Mrs. Geo. Martin Wednesday. Rev, E. B. Fuller, agent for colored magazines, was in town several days last week. J. C. Noel, of Hot Springs, Va., is visiting relatives and friends here. Mr. and Mrs. M. E. Fliggins, of Morristown, N. J., are visiting the THURSDAY, MAY 13, 1908. NARY $15.00 DAY ONLY impel us to do need. your sum- R MONDAY ITH hier BRADFORD BUILDING farmers parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fliggins. Mrs. W. W. Scott and children are visiting relatives. Miss Rhoda Graham was able to resume her school work again Monday after a weeks' illness. Mrs. W. W. Scott substituted for her last week. Mrs. G. W. Hamler entertained at dinner Sunday. Mrs. W. W. Scott Misses Bessie Allie and Hattle C. Hicks. Harry and Geo. Hill were guests of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. Hill. Sunday. Miss Anna Johnson, of Midway, was a pleasant visitor to friends Monday. Misses Allie V. and Hattie C. Hicks attended the Cantana "Saul" at Huntington last week. MT. CARBON. Sparkling Light Lodge, No. 13, and Rebecca Court, No. 9, held memorial exercise, Sunday, at eleven o'clock a. m. Eulogy by Sir M. H. Hill, Henry Cundiff, J. L. Williams, R. D. Reid, Ed Moss and your correspondent. Address by Sister Mary S. Reid, D. D. of I. O, O. C. Mrs. Mary Bicy has just returned from Richmond, Va. The G. U. O. of Fishermen held public installation with Rev. D. Stratton as installation master. Program as follows: Paper, Mrs. Mary S. Reid. Address, R. S. Dalley. Response, John C. Cash. Expressions, Mrs. A. C. Harvey. After which the officers were installed and then a table of dainties was spread. Among the many out of town visitors was Mrs. Fannie De Honnie, of Charleston. J. W. Johnson remains very ill. Mrs. S. E. Williams and Mrs. B. Anderson are arranging a childrens' day program. WANTED—At Once, Jeffrey Chait Machine machine and coal cutters using other machines. The National Employment Agency, Inc., new Coyle & Richardson Bldg., fourth floor. Buy Wedding Outfits from ERNST The store where PRICE and QUALITY are always right Cor, Virginia st. and Arcade Charleston, W. Va.