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Excellent Work Done in Garnett and Washington Schools During Fast Year—Several New Features Added to the Wednesday the Charleston public school closed its work of nine months. The schools opened in September with the largest enrollment in its history and the work was taken up by teachers and pupils with much enthusiasm. The hearty support of the board of education, and the co-operation of the parents, has been a constant source of encouragement and gratification. The principal, C. W. Bayd, has been tireless in his efforts to improve the work of the school in all departments. The high school work, or which J. F. J. Clark is principal, has been especially well provided for, considering its late addition. The commercial department, which was added this year, with Fred D. Cambri教ric he has added much to the interest and efficiency of the work of this department. A typewriter and other equipments have been furnished. The Garnett Literary Society has done some especially good work this winter, which has helped to cultivate and improve the literary taste of the pupils. Among the things that have helped to keep up interest in the school and to give the school and the community a common interest has been the visits of Miss Hallel Q. Brown, the talented elocutionist; President J. Metheny Jones, of West Virginia Institute; the Eolian Singers, of Staunton, Va., and the victorious trip of the Garnett High School football team to Parkersburg, where they defeated the Summer High School boys, a victory of which Charleston people were justly proud. Another new and especially interesting feature of the school work this year is the introduction of manual training in the lower grades. Educators throughout the country are recognizing hand work as the natural beginning and foundation of all the conceptive modes of expression. The board has supplied at considerable expense, a quantity of material for basketry weaving, paper and scissors for paper cutting, card board for construction work, and the various gifts of the kindergarten. This puts our school in advance of any school in the state in equipment. The regular attendance and the department of the pupils has been an evidence of the interest of the patrons. The visits of parents to the school has not been as frequent, nor in as large numbers as might be desired, but the interest of the parent is unquestioned, who labors faithfully making many willing sacrifices to send his children regularly to school neat and clean, provided with books and other necessary things. Charleston school children are evidently increasing in efficiency. They are improving in attendance, in interest and the character of the work of the various grades from year to year. There is a feeling of pride in the fact that there is now a common interest between the school and the community. The gratifying results of the work just closed is due to the willingness of the board of education to grant any request made by the principal for the good of the school and the general co-operation of the patrona. The closing exercises have been brilliant and in keeping with the spirit of interest that has been shown in the school work during the year. Nearly 700 persons witnessed the High School play, "Jack Burton," and were loud in their praises of the work done by the performers. Wednesday evening, June 3, 300 people were crowded into the K. O. P. hall 12 witness the "Triumph of the Pixies," rendered by 30 well-trained children of Washington school. This was a musical triumph, and was, by request, repeated at Simpson M. E. church, Wednesday evening. It was received, with as much enthusiasm as it was at its first rendition. Sunday evening the commencement sermon was delivered to the graduates by Rev. S. R. Bullock, at the First Baptist church, and the large audience present was a mark of the renewed interest Charleston people are taking in its school. The graduates were especially impressed that the end of education is to fit us for larger lives of usefulness. They were charged to be models of Godliness, high thinking and high living Monday evening the class day exercises in connection with the appearance of the Eolian singers of Staunton was a rare treat which was very much enjoyed by the large audience present. The graduating exercises, Tuesday evening, at Mercer hall, was a fitting climax to a very brilliant closing. The following program was rendered: Orchestra. Invocation, Rev. W. E. Walker. Chorus, "March of the Nation," Gelibel. Salutatory, "Beyond the Alps," Naola May Farrar. Oration, "Two Scenes of Life," Irene Liberta McCoy. Chorus, "Morning Invitation," Veazle. "Valedictory, "The Mind a Superior Power," Gurnett Edinburgh Ferguson. Orchestra. Address and Presentation of. Diplomas, J. McHenry Jones, A. M., President of the West Virginia Colored Institute. The orations of the graduates were well rendered and well received. The address to the class by President J. McHenry Jones was full of good, practical advice. After the conclusion of the program at Mercer hall, the graduating class, teachers and other invited guests assembled at the K. of P. hall for the junior class banquet, an annual function of Garnett High School. Thespacious assembly and dining rooms had been beautifully decorated with streamers of red and black crepe paper, potted plants and flowers, which made a beautiful setting for the 135 guests who partook of the juniors' hospitality. During the service of the menu, which consisted of sandwiches, potato salad, strawberries, lemonade, ice cream, cake, and coffee. Music was furnished by Huffman's orchestra. The excellent music rendered by the Huffman's orchestra on the various occasions of commencement week, called forth much favorable comment. The graduates were Gurnett Edinburg Ferguson, Naola May Farrar, and Irene Luberta McCoy. Normal and Industrial School of Southern West Virginia Ends the Work of the Year With Appropriate Exercises During the late spring, after "the flat" had been filled and levelled, the Institute boys enjoyed several ball games the Colored Y. M. C. A., and also with the city boys. There were two games during commencement week. Institute winning one and losing one. During the days many games of tennis were enjoyed by students and visitors. The first exercise on the program, "A Football Farce," in one act, was held in the Institute auditorium, Saturday evening, May 30th. The part of Bridget, played by Miss G. Lockett, would bring credit to any amateur actor. Sunday, May 31st, at 2:30 p. m., the commencement sermon was preached by Rev. A. D. Lewis, of Hinton, who gave an interesting and practical sermon. Text, "If I be lifted up I will draw all men into me." Monday evening, June 1st, the musical recital, by the students taking music, was rendered under the direction of Miss Cooley, the instructor. This is the second recital this year, and tehre was a large and appreciative audience out. Monday afternoon, the young ladies tendered to the young men and visitors a picnic. The afternoon was fine, and all enjoyed the dainty lunch, served picnic style, out under our large shade trees. Tuesday evening, June 2nd, the program was rendered by the undergraduates of the normal department, "The Party," by Miss Georigana Lockett, deserves special mention. Wednesday afternoon, the alumni association held its meeting. A large number of members was present. 'Wednesday evening, at 8 o'clock, the graduating class rendered its program, which closed the series of exercises and one of the most profitable sessions in the history of the school. There were eight graduates. Everybody present enjoyed all the exercises of the week and said they were among the best ever held. At its last meeting, June 3rd, the board of regents established a model school in the Institute and made provisions for training teachers, so that the school is now in position and fully equipped to carry out the course of instruction as provided by the legislation of the special session. Therowing class which has been conducted 'at Garnett school Saturday afternoons, under the auspices of the Charleston Woman's Improvement League by Mrs. I. M. Carper and others will be discontinued for the summer months. Miss Mary Brady, of Harper's Ferry is expected in the city in a few weeks to spend the summer with Miss Pidgle Whittaker. CHARLESTON, WEST VIRGINIA, JUNE 11, 1908 Four Graduates Receive Diplomas After a Timely Address By Prof. Williams — Graduates Entertained by Principal Parkersburg, June 5.—The annual commencement exercises of Sumner High School were held last evening at the Auditorium theatre, with a success, down to the smallest detail, that is causing every participant to be the recipient of warm and deserved congratulations today. In many respect, the event outdid any similar one ever held here by the colored schools. The audience was a large and representative one, the auditorium being well filled with an intelligent and attentive assembly, proud of the schools and of the class of graduates which reflected the highest credit upon them and the efficient corps of teachers. The graduating class this year numbered four—two young gentlemen and two young ladies—Miss Virginia Elsie Madison, Miss Ina May Lee, Mr. Harrington Louis Carr, and Mr. Earl Lucus Gooden. The stage presented a most attractive picture, being elaborately decorated with potted plants and flowers, with drapings and pennants displaying the class colors—old gold and blue. In the center of the background was shown the class motto, "Nulla Victoria Sine Labore." Upon the stagg were grouped the members of the board of education, the Summer High School chorus, Supt. D. C. Tabler, Rev. E. E. O'Brien, Principal J. R. Jefferson, Assistant Principal H. D. Hazlewood, and the teachers of Sumner school, and the orator of the evening, Prof. Frank L. Williams, of Covington, Ky. The exercises began with an impressive invocation, delivered by Rev. R. E. O'Brien, pastor of the A. M. E. church. A well-rendered chorus followed, entitled, "The High School Bells." Then came the first oration, by Earl Lucius Gooden, whose subject was "The Temperance Movement." This was a theme of live interest, and was handled in a most capable way. After touching on the growth and spread of the movement, Mr. Gooden discussed the methods by which it might be promoted. There were two ways open—that advocated by the prohibition party and that offered by the adherents of local option. The orator showed what an advantage to the county temperance is, and made a strong plea for united effort to bring the cause to a successful issue. A fight, and a hard fight, would be necessary, for arrayed against its partisans were the saloonists, the gamblers, the divekeepers, and the weak-kneed citizens who are indirectly affected, and who place pecuniary gain before the best interests of their fellow-men. In a splendid peroration, the speaker declared that the issue faced the people of this country squarely, and called upon all who loved home and country to stand with the temperance advocates. Miss Lee's oration came next, and proved to be a thoughtful and well-delivered discussion of "What Is Success?" The line of thought was that success is not to be measured in dollars and cents. Many a man is credited by the unthinking with having achieved success, when in truth he has failed utterly of attaining to the real success—the highest success—which consists in having helped in some degree one's fellowman. The effort showed a rare grasp of the subject, and was well received. After a second number by the Summer High School chorus, "Blue Are the Heavens," Mr. Carr delivered his oration on "Labor Unions," which showed that he had gone deeply into the history of his theme. He traced the development of the labor union of modern times to the ancient guilds of the middle ages. He then ably showed how the germ had grown into one of the most potent forces in modern industrial life, and outlined the good which organization had done the working classes, in enabling them to receive better treatment and higher wages. The oration made a most favorable impression. Miss Madison's oration concerned "The Value of Education." To prove that education not only uplifts the nature and improves and broadens the mind, but that it has a distinct utilitarian value, was Miss Madison's purpose, and most effectively did she carry it but. Without discounting the ethical and mental value of learning, she showed that the individual with an education has a great advantage over his untrained competitor in the struggle for the more material goods of life. She told the story of a teacher who pointed out to his pupils the different grades of remuneration in an ordinary piece of public work. At the bottom was the laborer, getting about $25 a month. Over him was the timekeeper, with a salary of $69; over him, in turn, was the foreman, receiving $75; another step higher was the engineer, with an income of $100, and above him was the superintendent, whose salary was, perhaps, $200. What was the cause of these differences in material rewards? Is simply a difference in education. The higher-a-salaried men were the better educated. Miss Madison's points were well made, and the eration deeply impressed all who heard it. Another chorus, "Jubb and Flow," preceded the address of Prof. Frank L. Williams, who was introduced in a very happy speech by Superintendent D. C. Tabler. Prof. Williams' address was upon a well-worn theme, "Education," but his original and thought-provoking manner of treating it, made it seem absolutely new. His discourse lasted some 40 or 50 minutes, and was one of the most brilliant ever heard here, upon an occasion of this kind. It was both informing and stimulating, and was received with hearty applause. A solo by Miss Clore D. Butter, one of the Summer teachers, followed. Miss Butter is an accomplished musician, with a cultured and pleasing voice, and her fine rendition of "Patti's Waltz Song" delighted all. She was accomplished skilfully by Mrs. Jessie Hays, of Helpme. This, with another selection a little later by the High School chorus, "Joys of Spring," completed the musical numbers, which were all most pleasing. The chorus did some excellent work, and was adequately accompanied by Miss Butler, at the piano. The presentation of diplomas by President E. L. Coleman, of the school board, followed. President Coleman accompanied this important function with a brief but felicitous address, in which he complimented the graduates' and faculty in the highest terms. The program closed with a benediction by Rev. E. E. O'Brien. After the exercises, Prof. and Mrs. Jefferson gave a highly enjoyable reception at their homes on Swann street, to the seniors and juniors, in honor of them and of the speaker of the evening. Between 40 and 50 guests were present, and the affair was a most pleasant one. This morning the promotion cards were distributed to the Summer schools, after which pupils were dismissed for the summer, and they departed in a body for the City Park, where they and their teachers picnicked today, closing the school year with an enjoyable outing. Of the Clippers Clipped by Institute Capital City Base Ball Club Gets a Salty Dose From West Virginia Colored Institute Boys, Score Being 8 to 3. Institute, June 9. —The Charleston and Institute baseball teams played an exciting game, yesterday afternoon, before one of the largest crowds ever assembled here for an athletic event. Up to the eighth inning the game was of the A No. 1 class. Both clubs showed up in fine form, the weather being ideal for the players, but rather uncomfortable for the spectators, who were exposed to the blazing sun. For three innings neither side was able to score. Charleston sending a man across the home plate in the first half of the fourth. Institute tied the score their next time at bat, getting in four more runs during the next three innings, while Charleston added two. Then it was that the slaughter began. Charleston had acquitted itself with credit till now, if the unnecessary delays' occasioned by their all too frequent tendency to dispute decisions be overlooked. The contest so far was a battle royal between the pitchers, both of whom had excellent support. A long squabble over a decision of umbre J. M. Ellis, in the last half of the eighth ensued and the Charleston boys, who appeared to have gotten into a blue funk, lost their heads. Fumbles came so frequent that one would have thought they were a lot of beginners in the art of juggling, trying a difficult feat for the first time. The ball was in the hands, of every player of the infeld on a single play and no out was recorded. Institute took advantage of the confusion and piled up three runs, making the score 8 to 3 in their favor, which practically ended the game. Individually there was little to choose between the two clubs, but Institute far surpassed the Clippers in team work and their pitcher, "Country" Polindexter, had a shade the better of Ford, who did the twirling for Charleston. Little Amelia Huffman is MI at the home of her parents. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Huffman, on Bradford street. ST. PAUL Normal and Industrial School of Virginia The Third Largest of Its Kind Closer a Successful Year's Work. With Appropriate Commencement Exercises. Lawrenceville, Va., May 30.—The closing exercises of the St. Paul Normal and Industrial School, the third largest institution of its kind in the country for the normal and industrial education of Negro youth of both sexes, which began Monday, May 26, with the exercises of the Practice School, reached a brilliant culmination Wednesday night in the 20th commencement exercises, before a large and representative audience of the best white and colored citizens of the town and vicinity, as well as those from afar. The Practice School exercises, at 3 p. m., Monday, were as usual, good and well rendered. The little folks carrying off the lion's shore of the honors. Monday night, at 8 p. m., the exercises of the literary, societies and awarding of certificates' came off. The program was good, and reflected credit upon those who took part. Wednesday morning, at 9;30 a. m., the prize oratorical contest between the senior and middle classes came off, participated in by the following: Senior class; Chas. Lundy, Lucie Das Patterson and Edith Brady. Middle, Filtchey H. Quinn, William A. Evans and Mead Birchell. The first and second prizes were won by the seniors. Lucie Dae Patterson, first prize, $10 in gold; Edith Brady, second, $5 in gold; and Filtchey H. Quinn, middle, the third prize of $2.50, which was made up by the judges. Tuesday night the exercises of the trade departments came off. They consisted of papers relating to the various trades, demonstration work with addresses, music and singing. The program was excellent. Wednesday night, 8 o'clock, the commencement exercises proper took place. The following program was very excellently rendered: Music chorus, Italia, Donizett. Invocation, Rev. Scott Wood. Music, My Soul's Been Anchored in the Lord, jubilee song. Salutatory, Shine Where You Are, Nannie May Travis. The Sweep of the Temperance Tide, Lucie Dae Patterson. Man's Inhumanity to Man, Charles Allen Gray. Music, Oh! That We Two Were Maying, (Alice M. Jones), senior octette. Child Labor in America, with the valedictory, Edith Florinda Brady. Awarding diplomas. Music, My Desert Queen, (Heart- well Jones), Miss Lillian J. Allen. Address, Rev. Emmett 'Miller, class '97. Address, Mrs. Mary Ogburn Simmons, class '03. Commencement address, Rev. D. Webster Davis, D. D. Music, Good News the Charlot's Coming, jubilee song. Addresses, friends and visitors. Benediction, Rt. Rev. A, M. Randolph, D. D., LL. D. The feature of the program was the commencement address by Rev. D. Webster Davis, A. M. Richmond, Va. He fully sustained his reputation as the prince of Negro orators. The subject of his address was "Realizing the Idea." It was handled in a masterly manner. His inimitable wit, pathos and humor delighted the large audience, among which was several score of the best white citizens. The address emphasized high living, high thinking, high ideals and peaceful relations between the races. The speaker declared with emphasis that the Negro must have faith in God, faith in himself and faith in the white race. He expressed his pleasure at seeing so many whites present. He took it for a hopeful augury when the best white and colored people came together and understood each other better and realized that each must have confidence in the other, as it was a sad thing when the man underneath lost confidence in the man above. He drew a beautiful picture of the affection between the old slave and his master and the fidelity and faithfulness of that class during the dark days of the war between the states, when in many instances the only protectors of the women and children in the absence of their masters was the slave Members of the board of trustees, the bishops of Mississippi and other prominent white visitors gave the speaker an ovation as he took his seat amidst great applause. Major W. W. Old, who presided in place of Bishop Randolph, expressed his pleasure at the address and the sentiments, as also did the bishop of Mississippi. They spoke of their kindly feelings for the Negro, their interest in his welfare and the ima- portance of good relations between the races. Thursday was alumni day. The business meeting came off in the afternoon and the public meeting at night. Friday was commemoration. A good program had been prepared by Prof. G. C. Pindester, director of agriculture, and the committee associated with him. The exercises were held at 2:30 p. m. Rev. Scott Wood was commemoration day orator. Strong addresses were made by ston E. P. Buford, Rev. S. H. Bishop, Azteacon Russell, and Rev. J. L. Taylor, alumni orator. Mr. Buford began with a graceful alusion to the founding of the school and the pleasure it gave him to be present and testify to the admirable work of Archbacon Russell. The school, he declared, by reason of its management, and the results attained, was one of the greatest schools in the country. In referring to the beginning, 20 years ago, he declared that, the contrast as presented on pages 3 and 4 of the program in the matter of advancement in architecture and number of buildings, was not more striking than the advancement in muraels and material progress of the colored people of the country and the cordiality and good feeling extinguisher between the white people and the school on account of the wise course of the principal. He took pride in the fact that it had never fallen to his lot to prosecute a single student of the school; that it was a source of special pride to him to hear the favorable comments among his own race concerning the school. In conclusion, the graduates were urged to keep in constant and vivid memory the truths and principles learned at St. Paul, to remember that when they came into contact with good Continued on page four. AFRICAN Troops Create Sensation in Streets of London Troops Will Illustrate West African Life and Bush Warfare at the Royal Navy and Military London, May 29 — Londoners were provided with a novel sight when 100 Negro soldiers of the West African regiment, who will illustrate West African life and bush warfare at the Royal naval and military tournament, marched barefooted through the streets from Waterloo to Olympia. When the train steamed into Waterloo, Gen. Stopford and Lord Stanhope went forward to welcome Col. Montenaro, who commands the West African regiment, but who had traveled with the men in a private capacity. On the platform, too, was the colonel's little daughter, who joyfully welcomed her father. Immediately the train stopped the men, who wore khaki tunics and knickerbockers, red cumbershands, and red fezzes, formed up smartly into two lines. Some Are Not Well Some of them looked a little subdued from sea sickness, but not so "John Bull," who declined to succumb on board ship and who is the cheeriest member of the company. He is very black and slim, has been in the regiment since it was raised in 1898, and is the possessor of a constant and dazzling grin. The luggage, which was left in charge of men, from the army service corps, excited almost as much interest as the men themselves. The mascots of the regiment are a gray parrot and a bush cat, a weird little animal with a long brush. Other items in the baggage were 20 bags of monkey nuts, a tom-tom, 2 casks of palm oil, 12 bamboo frames (for war dances), and 100 green canvas bags full of clothes. The procession marshaled by Leut. Davies (in command), Sergeant Major Montrose—a giant Scota Guardman—and four black sergeants, who gave their orders in English, caused a sensation in the Strand and was followed through the West End by large crowds. It was headed by a shoeless drum and fife band, numbering 24, which acquired itself admirably. Enjoy Native Meal. On arrival at Olympia the men enjoyed a native meal of rice, ground nuts, palm oil and fish. Sergeant Major Montrose laughingly contradicted the report that the men had brought their wives with them. "Some of the men are polygamists, but the wives have all been left behind," he said. "There was great competition in the regiment for the honor of coming to England, and we gave the preference to the men with longest service." Harpers Ferry, June 8.—The commencement of Storer College in every way a success crowds were in attendance exercises. On commencement it was impossible for more than a half during the exercise the visitors to enter the hall during the exercise the admission was a grand reunion of old students and friends. Storer There has never been a larger number of classes that have graduated from Storer represented at commencement time than there was this year. Some, who have not been here since their graduation, 10 and 15 years ago, were present this year. The graduating class this year was larger than any that has previously gone out from Storer, numbering 26 in all. Music was furnished on the campus before each evening session and on commencement day by the college band and orchestra. On Sunday evening, May 31, Rev. D. B. Purinton, LL.D., of the State University, preached the commencement sermon in Curtis Memorial church. The fourth year delamatory prize contest was held Monday night. The first prize was awarded to Miss Trulia Jones, of Pittsburgh, Pa.; second prize to Marid Roberts, Middleway. Honorable mention was made of Fred Morris, Charleston. First prize of the third year, delamatory contest was awarded to Mary Whimbs, of Buckeyestown, Md.; second prize to Juniata Arter, of Bolivar. Honorable mention was made of Stella G. Shaw, of Lynchburg, Pa.; and Edward Lewis, of Charleston. For the junior class oratorical contest, Wednesday night, the first prize was awarded to Louisiana through Carbon; second prize to Indiana W. Jones, Parkersburg. Honorable mention was made of Luthe L. S. Young, of Charles Town, and Thomas S. Horrod, of Harpers Ferry. The commencement ekorises were held Thursday morning as follows: Solo, Heart of My Heart, Cora B. McKinney. Salutatory, Domestic Science a Factor in Civilization, Mary M. Peyton. Class History, Meta V. Evans. Oration, The World's Great Men, Alora C. Fitzpatrick. Duet, Soft Fall the Dews of the Summer Night, Florence M. Dixon and Hatie L. Southall. Oration, Martin Luther's Part in the Reformation, Laurence L. Taylor. Oration, Art as a Culture in Public Schools, Inez M. Johnson. Oration, Temperance, Robert A. McNeal. Solo, A Bird from O'er the Sea, Lillian H. Powell. Oration, The Voyage of Life, Mrs. Rosa E. Carter. Oration, West Virginia, Wm. V. Bridgeford. Class Prophecy, Florence M. Dixon. Duet, Sweet Summer Tide, Corn B. McKinney and Lillian H. Powell. Oration, Battle of Gettysburg, Gouverneur M. Page. Class Will, Hattle L. Southall. Valedictory, The Battlefield of Life, Frances V. Brunswick. Chorus, With Hearts of Love, by the class. William V. Bridgeford, vice president. Lillian A. Green, secretary. Arlanna Johnston, treasurer. Clark Roll. William V. Bridgeford, Keystone, W. Va. Frances V. Brunswick, Middleway, W. Va. Judith C. Brown, Warrenton, Va. Rosa E. Carter, Harpers Ferry, W. Va. Florence M. M. Dixon, Wilmington, Del. Meta V. Evans, Bollivar, W. Va. Alora C. Fitzpatrick, Millhorn, Va. Lillian A. Green, Warrenton, Va. Arlanna Johnson, Kearnoysville, W. Va. 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. COVINGTON, VA. Dr. W. Johnson, A. F. Lomans, James Owens, A. B. Brown, James A. Payne, Timothy Campton, Charles Miller, Rev. Garrett White, of Wrightsville; J. H. Walker and Moses Mays are in attendance upon the Grand Lodge of Red Men, which met in Big Hill this week Mrs. Mary Freeman met the Daughters of Pocahontas. Mr. and Mrs. James Crump are elated over a fine boy. Mrs. William Wallace and son Clifford left Monday for Charlottesville, where she went for medical treatment for Clifford's eyes. Mrs. W. J. Hackett left Tuesday morning for an extended trip east. She will stop at Saunton and Charlottesville. Master Clarence Hackett and Rev. W. J. Hackett accompanied her. Mrs. Johnson and son Walter are visiting relatives and friends in Fincastle. Harvey Neusome, who has been suffering with tonsilitis and rheumatism, left Monday for Staunton to be treated by a specialist. Mesdames Maria Brown and Lizzie Hall left Monday evening for Charlottesville to attend the Grand Sitting of Good Samaritans. The Independents are out this week for several baseball games. They played in Lexington, Roanoke, and Big Hill. T. T. Anthony is manager. The Peoples Literary held its meeting, Monday night, with a splendid program. The debate, "Resolved, That the financial condition of the church would be better were the offices of deacons and trustees filled by women," was quite interesting. Samuel Harvey, H. C. Mickens, negative; Rev. Jefferson and Chas. Perrin, affirmative. Mrs. C. R. Beale, who has been confined to her room, is much better. Mrs. Malluda Hooker and family, who spent many months in Bluefield, returned home Saturday night. Mrs. Charles Hall and sister, Miss Rosa Mickens, who visited Bluefield recently, came home Saturday night. Mrs. Mary Saunderson, of Clifton, spent several days in town, guest of Mrs. John Reynolds. Rev. Jefferson, of St. John's chapel, preached at Warm Springs, Sunday. Rev. Jefferson is preparing for a series of entertainments to be given in his church the week of the 21st inst. During that time Prof. William Smith, of Lowmoore, with his company, will be present. G. G. Grimes is playing this week with the Charleston Clippers. A pleasant surprise party was tendered. Miss Rosemma Harvey last Friday evening. There was a large crowd, and each one left reluctantly at a late hour. The party was led by Miss Lovinia Bibby. THOMAS Rev. G. G., Jette, of Clarksburg, returned home after a week's visit with Thomas friends. Rev. J. L. Davis expects to visit his family in Parkersburg this week. The Misses Clark were guests of Miss Mamie Thompson on Sunday. They are of Davis. Mrs. Nina Campbell, of Davis, spent Sunday and Monday with Mrs. A. F. Bruce. The Baptist Sunday school will give a picnic in the near future. Mrs. Walter Waddy, of Railroad street, was hostess to the Mountain City Embroidery Club on Thursday afternoon. Mrs. A. L. Young was hostess to the Willing Workers on Tuesday afternoon. The Ladies Aid met with Mrs. J. T. Bruce, on Tucker street, Thursday afternoon. Rev. Jette preached an able sermon, Sunday, at 11:30 a.m. Thomas Stars will play the Elkins nine on Monday next in Elkins. Mr. and Mrs. Amos Mark and niece, and Ben Douglas, of Davis, attended church here, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. William Smith, of Davis, spent Sunday here with friends. Mrs. Mabel Washington, of Alberta, visited the church Sunday. BARBOURSVILLE The people of Barhoursville were very much grieved to learn of the death of Miss Elizabeth Wilson, who was so well known here. Because of her loving disposition and high qualities, she was loved by all who knew her. During her school work here she will be remembered as an ever-ready and untiring church worker. This community cannot help but deplore the loss of such a type of true womanhood. A musicale was given by the class of music, of which Miss Mina E. Stewart was teacher, at the residence of Mrs. J. A. Hicks, May 30th, to a few invited friends. The program was as follows: Slavic Dance (A. J. Davis), Miss Hattle C. Hicks. Dear Little Mother (A. Sartorro) Chardine Washington. Rita, Minnie Martin. (a) A Happy Farmer, (b) Bumble Bee (Schumann), Beryl Winston, Shumper Song (Schumann), Miss Allee V. Hicks. The Old Church Bell, Emola Wash- lawa. By a Mountain Stream (Bohm), Minnie Martin. Dance of the Demon (Holst), Miss Allie V. Hicks. The same class rendered the program in Huntington, Monday, the 1st, at Miss Stewart's apartments, on 8th avenue, to a number of invited friends. Rev. S. A. Thurston, of Huntington, preached an excellent sermon for us, Wednesday night. Mrs. Annie Hill and son George spent Sunday at Martha with relatives. The ladies of this place have organized a sewing circle for the Orphans Home. By fall they expect to have a number of useful articles made up. Mrs. P. C. Martin left Saturday for Parkersburg, where she will spend about ten days. Mrs. Mary Good spent Sunday in Huntington. Matthew Hicks is visiting his parents this week. HUNTINGTON. Misses Elmira Riddle and Lennie Dickerson attended the commencement exercises at West Virginia Colored Institute; Miss Ellen Dickerson, sister of Lennie, being one of the graduates. Mrs. Wade Perkins is able to be about again, to the delight of her many friends. Rev. O. P. Wright filled the pulpit at Firt Baptist church last Sunday, during the absence of the pastor, Rev. I. V. Bryant, who filled the pulpit at Paint Creek Baptist church, Gallipolis. Rev. S. M. Green, of New Orleans, spent Sunday in our city, en route home from Roanoke, Va. While here he addressed the Y. M. C. A. in an interesting and instructive manner. Samuel Reavely, aged 15 years, leader of the band at the Colored Orphans Home, sank to his death in the waters of the Guyan river, Saturday afternoon, at about 6 o'clock, and the body was recovered Sunday morning. The body was shipped to Charletson, where a sister, Mrs. Rose Thompson, resides and where the funeral and interment took place. The victim of the pitiful tragedy was probably the brightest boy in the Home, was a singer of decided ability, and a musician of exceptional brilliance. He was self-supporting, and within a short time would have been drawing a regular salary. Grand Chancellor W. J. Thompson spent a port of Tuesday here, the guest of Dr. Barnett, attending business of the K. of P. Miss Mina Stewart left for her home in Circleville, Thursday. Prosperity Lodge of K. of P. held their annual services at 16th street Baptist church, Sunday afternoon, Rev. Thurston, pastor, delivered a very eloquent and instructive sermon. The Elks elected the following officers at their meeting last Friday evening: Samuel Graves, Exalted Ruler; Lee Monroe, Esteemed Leading Knight; Isaac Newton, Esteemed Lecture Knight; Henry McQueen, Esteemed Loyal Knight; Chas. Danfels, Tiller; Isham Scott, Trustee; C. C. Barnett, delegate to Grand Lodge at St. Paul, 1MnN. I. D. Kitchen was much indisposed several days this week. The cantata "Saul" will be produced at Gallipolis, Ohio, on the 17th of this month. Samuel Monroe returned last week from Baltimore, where he has been attending conference. Miss Gertrude Mills attended commencement at Institute this week. The Sunday school picnic is looked forward to with much pleasure, next Saturday. Miss Georgia Scott left for her home, south of the city, last Friday. Isaac Miller is home from Washington, D. C., to spend the summer with his family. RAYMOND CITY. Sunday was a busy day at the First Baptist church, Sunday school at 9 o'clock; preaching at 11 a. m. by Rev. N. Barnett. After which the members of the . of P., Odd Fellows, Household of Ruth, Court of Calanthe, True Reformers, the Juvenile and Rosebud Lodges met at the Odd Fellows hall and marched to the cemetery, where the evening was spent in reading, eulogies, and decorating the graves of the deceased members. Rev Barnett filled the pulpit again at 7:30 p. m. and preached an interesting and instructive sermon. B. J. Alexander and Mrs. Bertie B. Parker were called to Charleston by the death of their granddaughter and niece. Miss Eliza Dickerson, of Charleston, is in our town visiting her parents. A number of people of this place attended the ball game at Institute, Monday. H. Wood and Giles Dickerson were out of town visitors, Sunday. A. J. Pierson spent Saturday night in Charleston. FAIRMONT Miss Bessie S. Jordan left Sunday for her home in Pt. Pleasant, via Moundsville, after closing & very successful term of nine months' school. Her young friends regretted to see her go and wish for her return in the fall. C. W. Hamilton spent Sunday with friends B. Moundsville. Mrs. Norval Jackson and children, and Mrs. Richard Moore and children, left Saturday for their homes at Mountain Lake Park, to spend the summer. Those attending the commencement at Clarkburg were Misses Bessie Jordan, Bassie Meade, Cora Taylor, Beaulah Smith and Anna Dawson and Prof. E. L. Morton. Miss Cora Taylor, of Buckhannon, left Thursday for Parkersburg, after a pleasant visit with Miss Bess Meade. Mrs. E. L. Morton and daughter returned Wednesday, after a pleasant stay in Morgantown, the guests of her sister, Mrs. A. H. Williams. Miss Mattle Prouty, teacher at Morgantown, spent a few hours here, the guest of Mrs. E. L. Morton. Little Roth Staley has been on the sick list. The annual embroidery display of the Four O'Clock Needle Club and the Swatika Club was witnessed at the school hall on last Wednesday evening. About 50 beautiful pieces of handwork were on display. The freshments were served and quite a crowd was in attendance. Wm. Neil, of Charletson, arrived in our city last week to barber for F H, Jackson. CANTON, OHIO Sir A. J. Riggs, G. L. of the K. of P., reached our city, Friday morning, and went to the home of Mr. and Mrs. G. P. Titus, where he was entertained until his work was accomplished. At 3:30 p. m. a number of the members of Carnation Lodge, No. 71, met the Grand Lodge officer at the lodge room, where they, received thorough instruction in works of the order. At 8:15 p. m. an appreciative audience assembled to hear and see the revealing of a new inspiration, which began as follows: Invocation, by Rev. H. F. Fox. Hoist the Sall, by Carnation quartet. Tendr solo. When the Heart is Young, W. R. Smallwood. The rendition of Damon and Pythias, by Mrs. C. H. Grimes. Where Are We and the Bravery of Our Women, by Sir A. J. Riggs, G. L. Solo, Sunset, by Mrs. Z. A. Hunter. Bass solo, When the Bells in the Lighthouse Ring, Ding Dong," by Robert Hughes. Then Carnation quartet beautifully rendered Down the Rippling River. After which master of ceremonies, G. P. Titus, sr., announced the close of one of the most complete programs ever rendered in St. Paul's A. M. E. church. Sunday, June 7, St. Paul's Sunday school, by adclamation, elected Miss Ida Jackson delegate to the North Ohio Snuday School Institute, to be held at Steubenville, Ohio, July 21-24, inclusive. Mrs. Lydial Kane, the president of the Ladies Mite Missionary Society, called the meeting to order, Sunday, June 7, at 4 o'clock. After a splendid session of business, the society chose for its name "Lillian B. Derrick," in honor of the late Mrs. Derrick. The society elected by acclamation Canton's famous elocutionist, Mrs. C. H. Grimes, delegate to the Ladies Mite Missionary convention, to be held in Mt. Vernon, Ohio, the third week in July. W. A. Lewis has returned from Cleveland, where he attended the laying of the corner stone of St. John's A. M. E. church. Rev. J. H. Vigal and family have gone to Chicago with intention of making it their home. Miss Gena Smith has returned to Columbus, after a stay of two weeks. J. B. Dantels has purchased the Vigal home, on East 8th street. Miss Elfeda Jackson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Jackson, was one of the 108 who received diplomas, Wednesday, June 10, and the only one of color, of Canton High School. PT. PLEASANT Mrs. G. Walker, or Charleston, is the guest of Prof. L. R. Jordan and wife this week. Miss Agatha Alexander and Wallace Smith left for Red Star, Saturday, to be guests of Dr. and Mrs. Washington. Miss Ida Alexander accompanied them as far as Charleston. The Langston High School ball team played Lincoln High School, of Gallipolis, Tuesday. Score, 7 to 8, in favor of Langston High School. A large crowd of Pt. Pleasants witnessed the game, which was played on the asylum grounds of Gallipolis. Clarence Henderson spent a few hours with friends of Gallipolis and Middleport, Sunday. Miss Bessie S. Jordan arrived, Monday, having finished her school term in Fairmont. Fred Morris and a number of other young men passed through here, Sunday, from Storer College, en route to Charleston. Fred Spencer, of Parkersburg, spent Sunday in town. An enjoyable evening was spent at the home of Misses Ida and Agatha Alexander, Thursday. Whist was the feature of the evening. Those present were: Misses Augusta Rison, Ida Craig, Mosella and Mithue Colston; Messrs. Chas, and Lawrence Settles, Pearl Johnson and Wallace Smith, L. J. Colaton who has been quite ill, is very much improved. Isadore Lincoln, of this place, and Misa Alberta Wachlas, of Gallipolis, were very quietly married a few days COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY ARE YOU WORKING FOR MONEY OR IS YOUR MONEY WORKNG FOR YOU? If you are working and saving your money and putting it in a bank where you get no interest, keeping it in a trunk or hiding it somewhere about your house. You Are Working For Money. The Pythian Mutual Investment Association was organized in order to give us an opportunity to put the money we could save together and then put it to work. The above is a picture of our building on the Capitol Square in Charleston. We have just purchased a splendid three story brick building on one of the main business streets in the city of Huntington. The first floor is occupied by the Huntington Herald, the largest daily newspaper published in that section of the state, the second floor is used for office rooms, while the third floor is a large assembly and lodge hall. This building is sure to pay us well. After the Charleston building had been occupied only eight months our stockholders were paid a dividend of six per cent. Stock is still on sale at $10.00 per share either paid up or on the installment plan. Ask your agent in your locality about it or write to our office. ago. They have their obest wishes of tehr many friends. Miss Mattie Rayford, of Morgantown, passed through here. Thursday, eh route to Gallipolls. Miss Eldorado Williams and nlece. Miss Mina Jones, of Henderson, spent a few days of last week in town. LEWISBURG. Junior G. Harris is here from Charleston. The trustees' grand rally at the M. E. church, Sunday, was the greatest financial success the church has ever achieved. The collection amounted to $84.35, due largely to the efforts of the pastor, Rev. J. W. Waters. Miss Ella Scott is home from Morgan College. Rev. Wm. Jackson filled his regular appointment at the Bantis church, Sunday. The John Wesley Lyceum held a very interesting session last Thursday evening. The program was very good, and the attendance the best yet. The clubs for the remodelling of the M. E. church have been organized and expect to begin work soon. Robert Bush is still on the sick list with no improvement. The literary society of the M. E. church will give their annual entertainment next Thursday night. There will be a sacred musical and an interesting debate: "Resolved, that the mind of woman is inferior to that of man." Rev. Stratton will preach at the Mt. Tabor Baptist church tonight. He is a good speaker, and will no doubt draw a large crowd to hear him. Angris Hopkins and Walter Banks, of Alderson, paid our city a visit yesterday. They received a hearty welcome from their many friends. PAGE. Mrs. J. W. Dandridge, Mrs. Frank Stanley and Mrs. Ellis Jones were in Montgomery shopping last week. Mrs. Rachel Reed was paralyzed, ARE YOU W MONEY W If you are working and saving ing it in a trunk or hiding it somewh If you are working and saving y day and night whether you are working is Working For You. The Pythian Mutual Investment the money we could save together and Capitol Square in Charleston. We have main business streets in the city of the largest daily newspaper published while the third floor is a large assem Charleston building had been occupied cent. Stock is still on sale at $10.00 p in your locality about it or write t oth LET YOUR M Pyth Investme W. J. THOMPSON, President SPECIAL SALE NO. 5 Saturday, June 13, Only EXTRAORDINARY VALUES IN Men's Trousers The $3.00 and $3.50 kind at $2.49 FOR THIS DAY ONLY HENRY SMITH ONE PRICE CLOTHIER 222 CAPITOL STREET Sunday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Vanhook have returned home to Page, where they will make their futrue home. W. F. Stanley has returned from Coal river. trip to Sewell last Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Washington spent Sunday at Kincalf. James Cosby has returned from Coal river. Miss Alice Curtis is confined to her room. FRUITS, CANDIES ICE CREAM FRUITS, CANDIES ICE CREAM Families Furnished with Ice Cream. Orders for shipment solicited. We make prompt delivery of Cream and Ices for Sunday orders. BAITMORE & OHIO RAILROAD Very Low Rate SUMMER EXCURSIONS to ATLANTIC CITY, Cape May, Sea Isle City, Ocean City, Ashbury Park, Long Branch Point, Blessant, N. J., Ocean City, MD, and Rehoboth Beach, Del. East of Ohio River, special low rate Excursions July 2, 6, 30; August 13 and 27 and September 10. BOSTON, MASS. General Association of Women's Clubs, June 22 to July 1. Supreme Lodge, Knights Pythias, August 4 to 15. CHICAGO, ILL., Republican National Convention, July 14 to 16. CLEVELAND, OHIO, National Educational Association, June 29 to July 3. International Convention B. Y. P. U. of America, July 8 to 12. COLUMBUS, OHIO, Prohibition National Convention, July 7. DENVER, COLO., Democratic National Convention, July 7th. I. O. O. F. Sovereign Grand Lodge and Patriarchs Militant, September 19 to 26. LOUISVILLE, KY., Triennial Convention International S. S. Association, June 15 to 23. ST. PAUL, MINN., Ancient Arabic Order Mystic Shrine, Imperial Council, July 13 to 18. TOLEDO, OHIO, G. A. R. 42d Annual Encampment, August 31 to September 6. For full details as to rates, routes, dates on which tickets will be sold time of trains, etc., apply to Ticket Agents, Baltimore & Ohio Railroad. To whom it may concern : Whereas, there is certain outstanding indebtedness against the county of Fayette both against the general county fund and the road fund of the several magisterial districts of said county, which indebtedness is represented by drafts or county orders; and, Whereas, The legislature, of the state of West Virginia, at its regular We have a new line of GAS STAND LAMPS Come in and look them over COFFEY Plumbing Co. Quarrier St., near Capitol FRUITS, CANDI Families F Ice Cream. Or ment solicited. We make prompt deliver session of 1907, has provided that any county having an outstanding indebtedness (at the time the act went into effect) may lay an additional special levy of ten cents on each one hundred dollars valuation of the taxable property of each county for the purpose of paying off such outstanding indebtedness, etc; and the law further providing that in order to lay such special levy, as herein provided for, the county court of any county, which has such outstanding indebtedness, and desires to liquidate the same, by laying a special levy, etc., shall have the amount of its indebtedness, as represented by outstanding county orders or other indebtedness for which drafts have not been issued, including the interest thereon, correctly audited and reported; and, Whereas, The county court of Fayette county desires to liquidate and pay off its outstanding orders as rapidly as possible, and in order to get a correct estimate of the county's indebtedness, has appointed an auditing committee, consisting of William Grafton, county clerk; S. L. Walker, and Jno. T. Simms, to audit and report same: Now, Therefore, the said auditing committee requests all persons owning or holding Fayette county drafts, including drafts on any of the district road funds and the poor fund to report the same to any member of the committee, at Fayetteville, W. Va., if it is not convenient to present the drafts in permaI them, please send the committee an exact copy of the draft or drafts owned or held. When sending copies be sure to include copies of the indorsements, just as written on the back of the draft. This is very essential; otherwise the committee cannot determine the dates from which to compute the interest. All drafts intrusted to the committee will be carefully preserved and promptly returned to the holder or owner. Where drafts are being used as collateral, the person reporting will please state that fact, giving the names of both the owner and holder. Drafts on school fund or building fund not wanted. It is obvious that the interests of the holders of the county paper and the committee, so far as the granting of the above request is concerned, are mutual. Prompt reports from the holders of Fayette county paper are, therefore, solicited. WILLIAM GRAFTON JNO. T. SIMMS. S. L. WALKER NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION. At a meeting of the stockholders 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 stockholders 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. R. Q. HILLY. President of American Economic Association. 4-23-4t A. F. & A. M. Washington Lodge No. 6, A. F. & A. M., meets the first and third Friday nights of each month at the K. of P. Hall, J. H. Taylor, W. M.; William Wright, Secy. Of Clarksburg Colored School of High Order Hon. John C. Dancy, Recorder of Deeds for the District of Columbia Delivers Address to the Graduates. Clarksburg, June 2.—For brilliant and exhibition of capability the program rendered at the graduation exercises of the colored school, Monday night, measured up to a very high standard. All the vast assemblage was infinitely pleased and pronounced the program a complete success. The evening proved one of investigable profit in instruction and inspiration for thought and action to every one present. There were many features of more than ordinary moment and none listened but to be deeply impressed with the advancement made by the race in less than half a century, and none was present who did not appreciate the excellency of the execution of the various numbers and the splendid magnitude of the training and instruction that had been given at the school. A crowded hall saw the class ushered in, together with a number of other young men and young ladies, members of the school and the program opened with the chorus, "The Voice of the Woods," sung only as souls can sing. Following was an eloquent, fervid prayer by the Rev. Dr. J. E. Pryor, who voiced the gratitude of the class and the race for the advantages given them, the opportunities afforded by a nation, whose people are freemen, and invoking the guidance and love of Him on high for the night and the future. A quintet, "Out in the Sunshine," was most beautifully and sweetly sung by Anna Washington, Ophelia Washington, Bird Rene, Mary Jett, and Jennie Walker. Miss Cora Serena Gales read an essay and delivered the salutatory. Her essay was entitled, "Success Through Adversity," and she handled the subject in a masterly manner, with spendid voice and fine grace of manner, using chaste language and showing advanced thought. She treated the subject largely from the necessity of adversity to develop the character, and the power, and the real life of man, demonstrating clearly that the most successful man is the one who can and does overcome difficulties in every stage of action, which in itself develops strength of manhood. "Joys of Spring" was a duet following sung by Marie Miles and Cornelia Meade in a manner to thrill the audience with the sweetness of voice. Myledus Paul Walker delivered an oration on the "Possibility of Small Things," reviewing exhaustively and learnedly the great inventions which have revolutionized the activities and communications of the country and showing that all action to be a success must have its smallest details carefully looked after and considered. He drew the lesson, that individuals must look after the minute things of life in all its various forms, such as habits, companions and opportunities, in order to make-the best out of life. "Happy Birds" was prettily, and sweetly sung by Ophelia Washington. Estella Hettie Walker then delivered the valedictory to the class, teachers and other school officers, after reading a profound essay on "The Twentieth Century Woman", in which she proved conclusively that the women of the present century take equal rank with men in most of the activities of life, professionally and otherwise. Women are inventors, they are lawyers, they are doctors, they are preachers, they are all that men are and more, while they never may reach the presidency, yet they are the power behind it, which is greater than the presidency itself. They do not make the laws themselves, but they have them made and are responsible in the main for all uplifts of the human race. Indeed, all things good get their inspiration from women. The essay was read in a clear and positive voice and was convincing in its logic, showing the wisdom of a more experienced thinker, and, therefore, highly valuable as coming from a graduate. "The Land of the Swallows," sung by Eva Green and Mary Jett, was highly appreciated by the audience for the high excellency of the singing. Hon. John C. Dancy, of Washington, D. C., recorder of deeds for the District of Columbia, an eminent member of his race, delivered the commencement address, having for his subject, "Some Things that Make for Greatness." Dr. Dancy is an orator of fine ability and a thinker of profound mind as well as a historian of vast knowledge, all of which he freely used to the edification and instruction of his audience on this occasion. The address was replete with learning, eloquence, wit and humor, which entertained, instructed and elevated his auditors. Space forbids a full report, of the text of his address, but even a brief review of it convinces every reader that it was a master piece and all those who did not have the pleasure of hearing it missed something it would have been well their worth while to hear, something those who did hear it are glad they did not miss hearing. After congratulating the class upon the excellency of its part of the exorcises and pressing great pleasure over his privilege to visit such a thriving inland city as Clarksburg, Dr. Dancy discussed ably the spirit to do things as one of the essentials to obtain success, and with this must be pluck, determination and energy in every line undertaken, how humble or how high. Grasping opportunities when the first are seen was advised by him, as opportunities taken advantage of produce greater things. He cleverly illustrated this by the allusion to the founder of Clarksburg, who saw in the distant past an opportunity to start a city such as Clarksburg has become since, through the fact that others joined the founder and others joined them, and still others them and so on until the present. Another illustration was the independent thought of Christopher Columbus, when he started out from the. old world to find a new route to the East Indies and tehrehy discovered a new continent with the West Indies on it. Here he discussed intellect and men's being taught to think, the latter being an essential to develop the former, and made the broad declaration that independent thinking in America had made it the greatest, world power. The inventions of the age, said he, are all the result of independent thinking, and as such men think the world grows stronger and better. Dr. Dancy dwelt upon punctuality, perseverance, individuality, adaptability, integrity, singleness of purpose, responsibility and with his own race, especially th esoul element as essential to the greatness of life, and these all had their smaller parts, which must be taken into consideration and developed to make a perfect and successful whole. The speaker then reviewed briefly, but convincingly, the marvelous progress of his race in the last 40 years or a little over, at the beginning of which there were some who said the race could not start upward, but two were now saying it will never stop, and he held out great encouragement to all the members of the race within hearing to take new courage and push onward and upward. Such an address is an inspiration to one and all to do greater and better things and to live nobly; an address that fell not upon ears that did not listen and hearts that will not heed: Dr. D.P. Morgan, president f othe board of education, presented the diplomas in a few well chosen words, and Superintendent F. L. Burdette in like manner presented the Cohen prize for the highest efficiency in the graduating class. Miss Estell Hettle Walker being the recipient. Dr. Pryor presented the teachers with gifts it token of tehrir services during the year in the school work. The class sang the class song, a duet followed and then the benediction, by the Roy, G. B. Smith, after which the graduates, teachers and friends were given an elaborate banquet in the basement of Trinity Methodist church by Begulah Lodge, A. F. and A. M. Another chapter was added to the democratic party tragedy in West Virginia when the announcement came out from Clarksburg that Hon. John W. Davis, one of the leading lawyers of the state, had taken the job of managing the campaign of Prof. Tom Todges, professor of Physics in the state university and a receptive candidate for the democratic nomination for governor. For a while it was said that Davis himself could have the nomination but his only answer when solicited was "Nay." Now that he is behind the Hodges candidacy the other two factions of the party will begin to take notice. The candidacy of Hodges was hatched in Charksburg and the announcement now of Davis casts a suspicion that he was back of the original movement. The Chilton faction started out with Littlepage as their candidate but for some reason or other he is not making the run expected of a successful candidate. The, McGraw faction is accused of backing the Bennett candidacy but it is heard on the side that he is not the man they want. There are two Banquo ghosts that refuse to be downed. One is Cornwell on the part of the McGraws and the other MacCorkle on the part of the Chiltons. As the time for the convention approaches it seems more likely that two stamped will be attempted in the state meeting, one in favor of Cornwell and the other for MacCorkle. A stiletto of considerable proportions awaits both Littlepage and Bennett. But whoever is nominated the warring of the factions promises to continue. WANTED—At Once. Jeffrey Chain Machine men and coal cutters using other machines. The National Employment Agency, Inc., new Coyle & Richardson Bldg., fourth floor. BLUEFIELD COLORED INSTITUTE A College and Normal Institute for colored students, located at Bluefield, the leading commercial town of the southern part of West Virginia on the Norfolk and Western railroad,205 miles east of Kenova BLUEFIELD COLORED INSTITUTE Splendid College Buildings, Beautiful Grounds, Dormitories for male and female students; furnished rooms, a reading room supplied with the best current literature; a good library, and a physical and chemical laboratory. - Healthful location and wholesome surroundings. Board $8.00 per month. Tuition free to state students, rates very low to non-resident students. The Bluefield School offers an unequalled opportunity for young men to secure an education, for they can always find profitable employment when at school, during vacation, holidays and on Saturdays. For catalogue and other information, write the Principal. SUITABLE LOCATION COULDN'T BE FOUND INSIDE THIS STATE There will be no encampment of the West Virginia National Guard within the limits of the state this year. At least that is the effect of orders now being drafted in the office of Adjutant General Burlew and they will be published at once. Instead of gathering at any one point in the state the different companies will go direct to Fort Benjamin Harrison, Indiana, for the big maneuvers. The scrap between the B. & O. railroad company and the city of Parkersburg led to the abandonment of the state encampment. A new addition to Parkersburg is being developed across the Little Kanawha river by the South Side Bridge company. Through an agreement with the B. & O. a subway was constructed under the B. & O. tracks and a trolley line wag to be extended into the new suburb, the bridge having been about completed over the Little Kanawha. Saturday because of some hitch the B. & O. secured an injunction against the bridge company prohibiting them to use the subway and now all work on the new suburb has been called off indefinitely. The South Side Bridge company had extended an invitation to the Adjutant General to hold the encampment there and this was or would have been accepted. As soon as the injunction was granted the president of the company withdrew the offer to the Guard and thereby lost to Parkersburg the encampment as no other ground is available. Upon receiving notice of the withdrawal of the offer Tuesday Adjutant General Burlew at once took steps to hold the encampment here and a tract of ground on the West Side was looked upon with favor. Investigation, however, proved that the site was not acceptable and then it was decided not to-hold a camp in the state. The absence of the camp from Parkersburg will mean a considerable loss to that city as all the provisions for the Guard would have been purchased there. Each member would have spent some money there also. It reacts also on the B. & O., as that road would have had the contract of moving, the entire Guard west from there but now a large part of it will go via the C. & O. Several West Virginians are expected to go to Columbus July 15th for the purpose of attending the national convention of the-prohibitionists. This state is allowed 27 delegates to that convention, and some of those selected will likely go. The 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. number of delegates is based on the vote for Silas C. Swallow in 1904, one delegate, being allowed for every 200 votes chat for him for president. So far West Virginia prohibitionists have not decided on the delegates to represent this state. The Murky Water of the Kanawha Since there is a stage of less than six feet in the Kanawha at this point, there has been much speculation by Charleston people as well as by others along the stream, about the cause of the muddy condition of the water. Here is the solution: The ores from iron and coal mines in Virginia and North Carolina are being washed in great quantities, and the consequence is the murky condition of the water along a number of the subsidiary streams of the Great Kanawha and the refuse which reaches this far north is the cause of this muddy-looking stream; Some seasons the condition exists for a month or more, and the legislature has been asked on several occasions to investigate the condition and recommend means of eliminating the hurdle conditions. Persons interested in manufactories and steamboats have made many complaints because of the fact that the water is highly injurious to boilers when in its present condition. BLUEFIELD, W. and Normal Inst s, located at mercial town of Virginia on the road, 205 miles e BLUEFIELD COLORED INSTITUTE College Buildings, mitories the students; furnished rooms, a read- current literature; a good library, a story. on and wholesome surroundings. Be e to state students, rates very low t School offers an unequalled opportuni- cation, for they can always find pro- during vacation, holidays and on Sa- and other information, write the Pri R. P. SIM FORED INSTITUTE d, W. Va. Normal Institute for stud at Bluefield town of the south on the Norfolk 5 miles east of K. FIELD INSTITUTE Buildings, Beautiful S shaded rooms, a reading room sup- a good library, and a physical surroundings. Board $8.00 per pats, rates very low to non-resident unequalled opportunity for young man always find profitable employ- holidays and on Saturdays. ation, write the Principal. P. SIMS, Bluefield W. Va. --- If the rooters of West, Virginia could do any more than they are doing now to make the Cincinnati ball team improve itself and its standing in the league race they would have no hesitation in doing it, for there are few fans in the state who would not rather see the Reds win the flag this season than any other team. In Charleston, for instance, no attention is paid to the work of any other team until after the score from the game the Reds have taken part in arrives. If Chicago wins there is an expression of regret from every direction, and the standing, hope is that the Cubs will experience a slump and take a little trip on the toboggan. Charleston is for Cincinnati, first last and all times and a whole group around the whole bunch the followers of the game every time the Chicago club drops a game and the Reds win one. One pennant for Cincinnati would mean thousands of dollars out of West Virginia next season for every man, woman and child who could raise the price would see every game in Porgopolis they could afford to visit. The excursion business to ward the Queen City would double itself from every direction leading from this state. INSTITUTE Va. Institute for col- Bluefield, the the southern Norfolk and east of Kenova Beautiful ing room sup- and a physical board $8.00 per to non-resident ity for young fitable empooy- turdays. principal. --- REPUBLICAN TICKET. Election November 3, 1908. CONGRESSIONAL TICKET. For Congress. JOSEPH HOLT GAINES. STATE TICKET. For Judges of Supreme Court. IRA E. ROBINSON. W. N. MILLER. L. J. WILLIAMS. KANAWHA COUNTY TICKET. For House of Delegates. CHARLES W. GOOD. JOHN NUGENT. JOHN A. THAYER. SAM. C. HARLESS. E. C. COLCORD. For Clerk of County Court. L. C. MASSEY. For Clerk of Circuit Court. IRA H. MOTTESHEARD. For Prosecuting Attorney. S. B. AVIS. For Judge Intermediate Court. HENRY K. BLACK. For Sheriff. S. P. SM!TR. For County Commissioners. M. P. MALCOLM. A. R. SHEPARD. For Assessor. GRANT COPENHAVER. For County Surveyor. FRANK D. BARRON. OUR MR. THOMPSON LEADS ALL THE REST. In an interesting letter from Dr. L. H. Reynolds, the most widely-known minister of the Tidewater district of Virginia, having had charge of the principal A. M. E. churches at Norfolk and Portsmouth, and who made a highly creditable race for the bishopric last month, that worthy divine says, among other things: "I have no reason to revise my opinion, hitherto expressed, concerning your admirable Washington correspondent, Mr. R. W. Thompson. He undoubtedly furnishes the press of the country the most readable letters of any correspondent that I know of, white or black." The Advocate has a habit of getting the best for its appreciative and whole-souled clientele of readers. John Hayes Hammond, the mining expert, who receives a salary of $500,000.00—just ten times that of President Roosevelt—has resigned his lucrative position to become candidate for the vice presidential nomination on the republican ticket. A man who is willing to give up a $500,000.00 job for one which pays only $12,000 should have it presented to him on a silver platter. Just think how much he could contribute to the campaign fund. The record made during the past year by the colored schools of this city should be as gratifying to the patrons of the school as it is to the teachers and pupils. For a number of years conditions at both the Garnett and Washington buildings have shown a steady improvement. Harmony, which was wont to be so conspicuous by its absence, now characterizes the work in all departments and the result is better discipline and a higher standard of scholarship, for which Principals Boyd and Jeffries and their corps of assistants are to be congratulated. All that is now needed to bring our schools up to the standard of other West Virginia cities is a new building to replace that pile of brick and mortar known as the Garnett school building, but this is too much to expect while the present influences control the board of education. As was to have been expected, a Georgia court has decided against the Negro Knights of Pythias and the Order has been restrained from having a charter in the state. For the benefit of those who may have forgotten the points at issue it might be well to give a short review of the case. About eighteen months ago the Negro Knights of Pythias of Georgia applied to the Fulton county court of that state for a charter. The White Knights of Pythias, although they had never made a similar application and were consequently on the same footing as the Negro Knights, opposed the issuance of the charter and, having secured the support of their Supreme Lodge, carried the matter to court. The case was decided in favor of the Negro An appeal was taken by the plaintiffs to the Supreme court which over ruled the lower court, necessitating a retrail by jury. When any controversy between a white and black man is to be decided by a southern white jury, there is never any question as to the verdict. Justice is represented as blindfolded, but she in some manner—intuitively, perhaps—always knows the color of the litigants. Her vision is equally as keen in criminal cases; which doubtless accounts for the high percentage of crime charged to the race. Whether the trial be by judge or jury, in a court of a justice of the peace or the Supreme tribunal of the land, the question of color has undue weight and has more than once tipped the scales. The adverse verdict of this jury of crackers will not, however, materially affect the Negro Pythians of Georgia. True, tehy are denied a charter, but they have existed till now without a charter, as have the white Knights. Aided by voluntary contributions from other states, they raised nearly $2,000.00 for the defense of their rights. This has been spent but they will not give up the fight. There yet remains the Supreme Court of the United States—a forlorn hope, but still a hope. To this they will now appeal and the Order at large will again cheerfully respond to any request for aid coming from the brethren in Georgia. Next week will decide whether it is to be Taft or—the present occupant of the White House. As between the two there are thousands who prefer the latter, but if Taft is nominated, his defeat will certainly not be chargeable to the National committee, which, having among its members his campaign manager, has religiously decided every contest, with one exception, in his favor. This exception is palpably a little sugar to catch the Negro vote. From Louisiana, as was the case four years ago, comes two delegations—the regulars or black and tans, and the "Lily Whites." Mark lanna first recognized the all-white faction of the republican party at the south and gave them aid and comfort by compromising with a half vote for each of the contesting delegates from Louisiana. They were told to return home, get together and decide upon their national committeeman. The lines were too sharply drawn for a reconciliation, and, the Lily Whites having promised to elect at least one congressman, were given the representative by the chairman of the national committee. The first act of the old farce has been played again and we may confidently expect to see the whole show re-enacted with the familiar "Reduction of Representation" in the caste. Just why the committee should persist in recognizing a faction which is notoriously not in accord with the principles of the republican party, is beyond the understanding of the common man. They promised a congressman when they are not able to elect a constable. Since their organization the republican vote in the state has steadily decreased, reaching such a low stage in some sections that it has become necessary to appoint avowed democrats to federal offices. The democrats, who were expected to fall over one another in their haste to enter the republican camp after the elimination of the Negro, are still voting the democratic ticket and will have none of Mr. Pearl Wight and his associates. In the meantime the regulars who are the backbone of the party are strangers in the house of their fathers. Has the committee counted the cost? The influence of the Negro vote in presidential elections has received more attention this year than ever before. Speaking upon this interesting topic, the Washington Post says: "If the Negro vote had gone over from Harrison to Cleveland in 1888, Cleveland would have been elected. It is doubtful if the colored vote would have turned subsequent elections, on account of the large majorities received by McKinley and Roosevelt. But it seems to be conceded that the election of -908 will not be a walk-over for the candidate of either party. If Taft and Bryan are the nominees, as now seems probable, the race may be very close, and it is possible that the colored voter will hold the balance of power. "New York, Connecticut and Indiana would hardly be classed as rock-bound republican states, under normal conditions. New York alternated between a Republican and a Democratic majority for years. The Negro male population of voting age in New York in 1900 was 31,424. If this should swing away from the Republican candidate, he would be under a very heavy handcap. McKinley and Roosevelt would have been elected if every Negro had voted for Bryan and Parker. Could Taft do equally well? "In Ohio there were 31,235 Negroes of voting age in 1900. If they had gone against McKinley in 1896, he would have lost the state, since his majority was only 51,000. Roosevelt received the phenomenal majority of 25,600 in Ohio. He could be dispensed with the colored vote. There are now supposed to be about 50,000 colored voters in the state, and a Democrat was elected Governor. Could a Republican candidate oppose by all the colored voters, and with local complications favoring the Democrats, overcome such a handicap? "There were 17,186 Negroes of voting age in Indiana in 1900, and in 1896 McKinley carried the state by about that figure. If the Negroes of that state were Republicans and had switched to Bryan, McKinley would have lost the state. Roevelt's majority over Parker was large enough to have overcome a complete Negro disaffection. "The Negro vote of Kentucky, Maryland and Delaware was required by McKinley in 1896 in order to carry those states. If the Negro voters of those states should refuse to support the Republican ticket in 1908, it is possible that they could throw them into the Democratic column. There are about 30,000 Negro voters in Illinois, and if they are Republicans, it means that they could impose a handicap of 60,000 votes on the Republican nominee. "If the two parties should be running neck and neck this summer and fall, it is well within the possibilities that the colored voter will have the deciding vote." STORER Continued on usage four Gouverneur M. Page, Charles Town, W. Va. Mary M. Peyton, Parkersburg, W. Va. Lillian H. Powell, Charles Town, W. Va. Laurence L. Taylor, Smoketown, Md. Industrial Courses. Garfield Dennis, Harpers Ferry, W. Va. Ora L. Freeman, Mt. Hope, W. Va. Mattie B. Freeman, Mt. Hope, W. Va. Mabel G. Howard, Unity, Md. Sadie M. B. Laws, Berryville, Va. At 3 o'clock in the afternoon the following alumni program was given: Anthem. Oration, Rev. Samuel Beane. Instrumental solo, Miss Trulia Jones. Solo, Prof. William Saunders. Poem, Miss Marion Green. Solo, Miss Celestine Herrod. Benediction. By special request the following parts were rendered: Instrumental solo, Miss Bridgeford, of Keystone. olo, Charles S. Arter, of Bolivar. Anniversary exercises were held Thursday, at 8 o'clock p. m. Program. Anthem, Praise the Lord, third year class. Overture, Autumn Leaves, orchestra. Pantomime·Drill, (Maud Mulker), five boys and five girls. Duct, Sister Ruth, Eva Herrod and Freddie Kecsee. Ring Drill, twelve girls. Solo, Gypsy Love Song, Mary M. Peyton. Waltz, Smart Set, orchestra. Song, Put Down Six and Carry Two, the Friendship Club. March, Soldier of Fortune, orchestra. Farge, The Sleeping Car, the Dramatic Club. Two Step, Dixie Land, orchestra. This entertainment was of unusual interest and largely attended. The following are some of the alumni, who were present during commencement week: Dr. Barber, '76, Norfolk, Va. Dr. Barber, '76, Norfolk, Va. Rev. Pela Penick, '95, Washington, D. C. Miss Annie Deams, '82, Philadelphia. Rev. Wm. Jenkins, '78, Baltimore, Md. Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Freeman, '87 and '79, Shepherdstown, W. Va. Jared D. Dater '04, Pittsburgh. Mrs. Jennie Brown Boyd, '90, Peonian Springs, Va. Nellie Milberry, '06, Philadelphia. Stella G. Wells, '06, Hinton. Edith Johnson, '06, Johnsontown. Lizzie Moore, '97, Charles Town. Mrs. Adella Johnson Jones, '02 Thomas, W. Va. William D. Johnson, '04, Kimball. Rev. Samuel M. Beane, '98, Martinsburg. Mrs. Mary Sims Hatter, '87, Overton, Neb. Frances Gaul, '07, Myerstown. Richard Taylor, '07, Rippon. Adora Robinson, '07, Martinsburg. Katie Williams, '07, Big Pool, Md. Cerelle Page, '07, Charles Town. Isabella Ross, '07, Charles Town. James Summers, '05, Johnsontown. Sarah Johnson, '05, Kearneysville. Mamie Jefferson, '04, Berkeley Springs. Rev. J. C. Newman, '80, Hagerstown, Md. Mrs. Coralie Franklin Cook, '80, Blue Plains, Md.⁴ The seven Brewster scholarships, which are contested for annually by young ladies, were awarded this year as follows: In the fourth year class, to Ella Phillips Berryville, Va.; Lila McKinney, Harpers Ferry. In third year class, to Letittia Allen, Lydia, Md.; Mary Whimbs, Buckeyestown, Md.; Laura Brimage, Buckeyestown, Md. Junior class, Elizabeth Carter, Shenandoah, Va. Senior class, Frances V. Brunwick, Middle school. The alumni scholarship was won by Ella Phillips, Barryville, Va. The following are those who received honorable mention on commencement day for excellence in scholarships and department for the year: Senior class, Frances Brunwick, Mary Poyton, Wm. V. Bridgeford, Inez Johnson, Hattie Southall, Arianna Johnson, Meta V. Evans. Junior class, Eugene W. Jones, Henry Hopewell and Elizabeth Carter. Third year, Letitia Allen, Mary Whimbs, Laura Brimage, Viola Douglas. Fourth year Ella Phillips, Lila McKinney, Henrieta Smith, Charles Myers, Trulia Jones. The annual ball game between the Storer team and the Alumni was played the day following commencement. Score, 12 to 9, in favor of Storer. The quiet wedding of Miss Evangeline Herrod, of Harpers Ferry, and Rev. John R. Barnum, of Chesapeake City, Md., was solemnized in Curtis Memorial church, on May 27, at 9 o'clock a.m. Mr. and Mrs. Barnum left for their home on the noon train. Miss Mabel Brady returned, Monday morning last, from her work at Bluefield Institute. The Teachers' Institute is in session at the college this week, conducted by Eptf. W. A. Saunders. Rev. Wm. H. Jenkins, of Baltimore, preached at the Curtis Memorial church, Sunday night last. Mrs. McDonald, and her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Washer, left Saturday morning for their home in Boston. Mrs. L. C. Green, of Warrenton, Va., is visiting her sister, Miss E. V. Smith, at Storer. Mrs. Mary, Sina, Hatter left Thursday for her home at Overton, Neb Prol. and Mrs. R. P. Thompson passed through this town a few days ago on their return from the west. Mrs. James Canyt has a fine daughter, born May 24th. white people and were found to be worthy and deserving, a helping hand would always be extended to them. He felt kindly to the colored people, and he wanted to see them cultivate friendly relations between the whites. Rev S. H. Bishop, in a very felicitous address emphasized the distinctive character of St. Paul and the fact that it should or definite ideals. He said if the Negro people wanted to make their race live and be self-sufficient, they must cultivate those cardinal virtues which had made other races strong. They were not worthy of the name if they did not look back upon the history of their race with pride. In compulsion, he urged them to stand together and have confidence in each other. Rev. Mr. Wood, the commemoration orator, made one of his characteristic speeches. It was full of ginger from start to finish. He advised the young people to stop going north and stay at home. Their best field for development was in the south. The white man north cared nothing for them, except they measured up to his standard. He appealed to gentlemen of the superior race to give the Negro a chance before condemning him. He paid a growing tribute to Virginia, saying in no part of the country had he found better white people than in Virginia. He praised the work of the school, and in conclusion said that he hoped the great Episcopal church, through the instrumentality of such men as the Rev. Mr. Bishop and others would put the school upon a financial basis, where the principal need not worry as to its success. Rev. Junius L. Taylor, representing the alumni, told of what the school had done for him, and how it had helped him to be of service to God, his people and humanity. He made a most excellent and timely speech. Archdeacon Russell closed the speaking by expressing his gratefulness for the support given him by tried and true friends, north and south. In conclusion, he said he felt like Simeon of old, if the friends would put the school on a sure basis so its future permanence and support would be assured he could gladly say: "Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace; for mine eyes have seen thy salvation." Saturday the graves of former students and on instructor were decorated. The whole school proceeded in a body to the cemetery, headed by the band. After appropriate exercises, the graves were decorated and the procession returned to the school. PARKERSBURG From the evening of May 29th up to and including Friday, June 5th, Sumner school and its patrons and friends enjoyed the most interesting and pleasant exercises and entertainments they have ever enjoyed before. On Friday evening, May 29th, Sumner High School Literary Society held its closing meeting public at Bothel A. M. E. church, and did credit to its well-made reputation. On Sunday evening, May 31, Rev. Simon P. Huskins pleached the class sermon before a large and appreciative audience to the delight and edification of all present. On Wednesday evening, June 3rd. --- West Virginia Colored Institute The only Industrial Institute for colored Students in the State. Regular Normal, Academic and Commercial Courses, also Regular Courses in Agriculture, Carpentery and House Building, Steam Fitting, Smithing, Cabinet Making, Painting and Glazing, Dressmaking, Laundrying, Printing. A complete course in Military Training to Cadets. Rooms, Books, Fuel and Lights Free to Normal Students; and in addition Uniforms for State Students. We have a faculty of Twenty-two Teachers Board only Eight Dollars per Month, the juniors gave a reception in honor of the seniors at the home of Mrs. Isaac Custis, which not only did credit it to them, but was the delight of all who were fortunate enough to have received invitations. On Thursday evening the commencement of Sumner High School was held at the Auditorium theatre, at 8 o'clock. It was in every respect a grand success. The picnic, Friday, was a fitting ending of a most enjoyable week and the children and the grown people enjoyed themselves hugely all day at City Park. Mrs. Thos. Fletcher, the week end visitor of Mrs. E. V. Seams, returned to her home in Marietta, Ohio, Sunday, after a delightful stay. Thos. Fletcher as down from Marietta, Thursday evening, to the Summer High School commencement; and again Saturday evening, to the entertainment at the home of Mrs. E. V. Seams. A club of young men entalented at the home of Mrs. E. V. Seams, Saturday evening, in honor of the out of town visitors, Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Fletcher, of Marietta, Ohio, and Misses Willa Lee and Lilly Allen, of Clarksburg. Space will not permit to give the names, but a delightful time was enjoyed by all. Misses M. Esther Colston and Clora D. Butler left Saturday morning for their homes in Zanesville and Columbus, Ohio, respectively, where they will remain during vacation. Misses Lee and Allen, who visited Miss Alberta McClung during commencement week, returned to their homes in Clarksburg, Wednesday, after a pleasant visit. Mrs. Fred Lacy, of Belpre, Ohio, entertained the Needle Work Club at her home last Tuesday afternoon. Louis Jones, who has been attending Storer College, returned home, Friday. He reports a pleasant and profitable school year. Miss Pldgy Whittaker, of Charleston, passed through the city, Saturday, en route to her home from Storer College, where she has been attending school. Mrs. Almeda Jefferson left for her home in Pomeroy, Ohio, last Saturday, after spending three weeks with her son, J. R. Jefferson. Prof. Frank L. Williams, who delivered the scholarly address at commencement, Thursday evening, returned to his home in Covington, Ky., Friday morning. Mr. Williams left a message that will be long remembered in our city. Mrs. Wm. Ferguson received the sad news of her sister's death in Baltimore, Md., last Sunday. Mrs. Ferguson had just returned from there Tuesday of last week. Rev. Simon P. Huskins preached an able sermon at Logan M. E. church, Sunday morning. Rev. Huskins is an able minister and the congregation is gradually increased each Sunday to hear him. Little Virginia Davenport, the protege of Mrs. J. M. Carter, left Saturday to spend the summer with her parents in Virginia. She will return to attend school again in the fall. Miss Bertha Roan, of Clarksburg, was in the city to the commencement, and left Saturday with Miss Colstom for Zanesville, Ohio, where she will visit relatives. Charles Brown, of Chicago, is expected in the city this week, to visit his daughter, Miss Almeda Brown, on Bwann street. Misses Alberta and Lena McClung tehir visitors, Misses Lilly Alben and Willa Lee, of Clarksburg and Mrs. E. V. Seams, were entertained at six o'clock dinner by Mrs. Thos. Fletcher, of Marietta, Ohio, Tuesday evening. ARE YOU A K.OF P. IF NOT WHY NOT? Do you not know that the Knights of Pythias is the strongest and most progressive order of the age? The four departments of the order are as follows: SUBORDINATE LODGE In this the members are united to care for and protect each other's interest as well as sickness and distress. UNIFORM RANK In this depot young men are military educl they can get way, thus m better and citizens. In this department our young men are receiving a military education which they can get in no other way, thus making them better and more useful citizens. LADIES' COURT In this the widows, da sisters of Kn ited for the poses of life. In this the wives, mothers, widows, daughters and sisters of Knights are united for the common purposes of life. ENDOWMENT In this depart paying out t dollars anni In this department we are paying out thousands of dollars annually to the widows and heirs of deceased Knights. If there is no lodge in your locality, confer with the Deputy Grand Chancellor of your district or write S. W. Starks, Charleston, W. Va., for terms upon which to organize lodge Do Not Delay Protection For Your Valuables As an owner of valuables you are naturally interested in their Absolute Protection. The vault of the Kanawha Banking & Trust Company affords you the strongest protection because it is Fire and Burglar Proof. Safe Deposit Boxes to Rent, $2.50 to $5.00 per year. KANAWHA BANKING & TRUST COMPANY, CAPITAL $150,000.00 CHARLESTON, W. VA. SURPLUS $150,000.00 Academic, State Normal, Biblical, Vocal and Instrumental Music, Carpentry, Blacksmithing, Practical Gardening and Husbandry, Cookery, Serving and Dressmaking. Equipment buildings, Beautiful Campus, Laboratory, Te t over 6000 volumes, Comm difous Barn Dalry, several acres of of gardens, Cold I Expenses Room Rent and Tuition free to West, Virginia expense not over $6.50 per month to Sta Special Features duable scholarships and six prizes awarded Band, Literary societies, frequent Lectur- ents, Musical Clubs, Y. M. C. A. is a Non-Sectartan, Christian Institution. Illustrated Catalogue send to Ample Buildings; Beautiful Campus, Laboratory, Telescope, Libraries of over 6000 volumes, Committious Barn, Piggery, Hennery, Dairy, several acres of of gardens, Cold Frames and Hot Beds. Expenses Books; Room Rent and Tuition free to West Virginians. Necessary Expense not over $6.50 per month to State students Special Features Eight valuable scholarships and six prizes awarded annually. Athletics, Band, Literary Societies, frequent Lectures and Entertainments, Musical Clubs, Y. M. C. A. Storer is a Non-Sectarian, Christian Institution. For Illustrated Catalogue send to HENRY T. McDONALD, Pres. Beef, Veal. Mutton, Pork, Fresh Pork Sausage and Weiner Our Own Make 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. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Jackson left last week for Toledo, Ohio, where they will spend several weeks visiting relatives. Miss Minnie Bell returned to her home at Athens, Ohio, after a two weeks' visit to Mrs. Lillian Starks. Cohins Bacchus, a former Charleson boy, died, last week, at his home in Pittsburgh, Pa., of consumption. Mr. Bacchus spent some here recently with the hope of improving his health, but the insidious disease was too far advanced. Miss Pidgle Whittaker arrived home, Saturday, from Harpers Ferry, where she attended Storer College. John Stevenson assistant treasurer of Tuskegee Institute, spent a few days here this week, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Alex Courtney. Mr. Stevenson was en route to Boston to spend the summer with relatives. R. Q. Hill has returned, from Richmond, Va., where he was called by the dangerous illness of his sister. Mrs. Nancy Mitchell has returned from a visit to friends in Mason City. Miss Charlotte Campbell was in the city, Friday, en route to Institute to attend, the commencement exercises. James Carper returned Saturday from Granville, O., where he has been attending school. The Charleston Woman's Improvement League held their weekly meeting, Friday afternoon, with Miss Nina Clinton, on Bradford street. Meetings of the league will be discontinued for the summer. Arrangements for a formal opening, September 26, was made. Miss Jeffries reported some charitable work, for which the league allowed orders. Mrs. A. L. Powell, representative of the Orphans Home at Huntington, was present and spoke in the interest of the home. After the business session, the hostess served refreshments. Miss Garnett Harris and Mrs. Powell, of Huntington, were visitors. The graves of the deceased members of Phyllis Wheatley Court, No. 1, Order of Calanthe, will be decorated, Sunday, the 14th inst. Other secret societies are invited by the Court to appoint committees to confer with the committee of Phyllis Wheatley, of which C. W. Boyd is chairman, with a view of participating in joint memorial exercises, which will be held at the K. of P. hall on the afternoon of the date above mentioned after the return of the committees from the cemetery. J. M. Hazlewood and W. J. Thompson leave Sunday for Chicago to attend the republican national convention. Hon. J. M. Ellis, member of the house of delegates from Fayette county, and A. P. Straughter, of Hinton, were business visitors here the first of the week. The funeral of Samuel Reavely, who was drowned, Saturday afternoon, in the Guyan river, near the Colored Orphans Home, where he conducted the band, was preached, Tuesday afternoon, at the First Baptist church, by the pastor, Rev. S. R. Bullock. The remains were brought to the city by Mrs. Rose Thompson, a sister. Large crowds took advantage of the boat excursion, Sunday, to visit the West Virginia Colored Institute, where Rev. S. R. Bullock preached the commengement sermon, Sunday. After the class day exercises at the first aBptist church, Monday night, the Aeolians, a company of twelve singers from Staunton, Va., entertained a very large audience. Nearly every number of tehir lengthy program was enclosed, making the hour rather late for adjournment. Children's day will be observed at Simpson M. E. church, Sunday, with appropriate exercises. The Loyal Union, which has had no meetings for the past two weeks, will be entertained, Monday night, by Mrs. Alexander, on Sentz street. Mrs. J. P. Saunders, of Marshes, is in the city to witness the graduation of her nephew, Gurnett Ferguson. The musicale given by the Ladies Aid of the A. M. E. church, last Thursday night, was a success. The aid meets tonight with Mrs. Mattie Moss. Mrs. Moss and Mrs. Roy will be hostesses. Mrs. Martha Martin, of Brown's alley, died, Tuesday, of cancer of the intestines. The funeral services were conducted at her late residence by Rev. W. E. Walker, Wednesday morning, at 2 o'clock, after which the remains, accompanied by a son and daughter, were shipped to Frankfort, Ky., for interment. A steamboat excursion will be run to St. Albans, June 21st. The boat will leave the Charleston wharf at 1 o'clock 'n the afternoon. Rev. S. P. West, presiding elder of the A. M. E. connection, will meet the Ladies Aid at Mrs. Moss' tonight. Mrs. Hattie Lucas has recovered from an attack of fever. Miss Viola Smith, of Handley, was in the city guest of Miss Wysor Crutchfield on Bradford street. Miss Smith was canvassing books. Mrs. Mattie Ward became suddenly ill Saturday with an attack of acute indigestion. She is now, very much better. Miss Thelma Hickman returned Saturday from Tuskegee, Ala., where she has been a student at Tuskegee Institute. Miss Mary Ellen Anderson, of Hingheston, spent Sunday in the city guest of her aunt, Mrs. Annie Smith, on Lewis street. The pupils of Washington school repaired the pretty cantata, "The Triumph of the Pixies" at Simpson M. E. Church Wednesday evening. Faisty, and trained children took part in the play. The music is bright and tuneful, the costumes pretty and attractive. The browns in costume and the black face jesters are very amusing features. All the solo parts are good. A part of the proceeds of this entertainment will be applied on the piano fund. News of the death of Samuel Reavely came as a shock to his relatives in this city. Samuel has been an inmate of the Orphans' Home at Huntington, for a number of years. The telegram received gave no information but it was learned that his death was sudden. The remains were brought to this city for burial Samuel Reavely is the youngest son of the late Mrs. Anne Reavely and a brother of Mrs. Rosa Thompson of this city. Miss Virgile eifer and Miss Alma Booker have returned from Lawrenceville where they have been instructors in the sewing department of Lawrenceville Institute. Miss Cobb will conduct a summer school in the Garnett school building. Among the students returned from Storer College to spend their vacations with relatives in the city were Edward Lewis, Frank Taylor, Fred Morris and Miss Ruby Carr. 500 PERSONS LOSE THEIR HOMES New Orleans, La., June 10.—John Jung was burned to death and five hundred people were rendered homeless and a property loss of two hundred thousand dollars was caused by two fires, one of which destroyed a score or more of residences and several stores in the neighborhood, and on Magazine street last night. The other twenty cottages on Delcahise street. BIG CONTRACT WAS SIGNED FOR IRON Pittsburg, June 10.—One of the most important pig-iron contracts in years was closed here when W. P. Snyder & Co. signed up to deliver to the Page Woven Wire Fence Company here all the basic pig iron it will need for the next three years from July 1. The sale means a total of about 75,000 tons of iron, as the Page people use a trifle more than 2,000 tons monthly. It has been agreed that the prices shall be adjusted monthly payment being made at the end of each month on the average price paid for all pig iron that month. Iron and steel interests are much pleased over the deal of today, as it shows a decided tendency toward strengthening the iron and steel situation. Basic steel billets, which have been weak, are now commanding from $15.25 to $15.50 per ton, and there is talk of $16 billets next week. INVESTIGATING CORRUPTION FUND Baton Rouge, June 10.—An investigation was begun today into the charges that a fifty thousand dollar fund will be spent to defeat the bill introduced in the assembly prohibiting gambling at race tracks in Louisiana. The bill is posted for final action by the house today. Dr. L. V. Guthrie Governor Dawson has commissioned Dr. L. V. Guthrie, superintendent of the West Virginia Asylum, Huntington, a member of the state board for examination and registration of nurses. The commission is now effective and the appointment is for a period of three years. Dr. Guthrie is one of the best physicians in West Virginia, and is said to be one of the best equipped men for the office to which he has been appointed that could be found in the state. His superintendency of the asylum has brought him into much prominence as a doctor and surgeon. FRATERNAL INSURANCE COMPANIES Much interest is being shown by members of the different fraternal insurance companies doing business in this state and it is quite likely that the meeting which will be held by representatives from all over the state at Parkersburg July 22, will be largely attended. The purpose of the meeting is to look forward to some relief by legislation from the conditions which now exist through recently enacted laws by the West Virginia legislature. DEMOCRATIC NOMINATION FOR AUDITOR Democrats from several parts of the state have been mentioning the name of Oscar Jenkins lately in connection with the democratic nomination for state auditor and it is said that he has an excellent chance to land the place if he gains in popularity as he has since he was first suggested for the office. Mr. Jenkins is from Parkersburg and is one of the leading men of Wood county and one of the most active democratic workers. He has been actively identified with politics for many years and no democratic affair can be a complete success in Wood county if Oscar Jenkins isn't there. He is a traveling man and often comes to Charleston where he is well and favorably known. 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Inside it's light and it's white—sure to be. WE WANT YOU TO TRY Dewey's Best Flour Order a sack from your dealer and if you don't like it just send back what you did not use. It will not cost you a cent. We will thorize all our dealers to make this offer. It helps to let the people know what the flour really is, and that is what has made the wonderful demand for it. The flour with life in it—the flour of health. The Dewey Broa. Co., Millers, Blanchester, Ohio. For Sale By West Chicago FISHING ALONG THE KANAWHA AND ELK RIVERS Although the conditions of the water is not in every way favorable to angling, the fishing along the Kanawha and Elk rivers during the past two weeks has been pretty good and some of the nimrods have been exceptionally successful. Trottie fishing is the most successful just now, although a number of persons with hand lines have returned home with a large number of fish, some of which of good size. Catfish, especially the blue, or channel cats, are very numerous, and more of them than of any other kind are caught nearly every day on the trot lines. Some of the fishers have as many as six or eight lines out all the time and it is not an infrequent occurrence to land at least a dozen acceptably sized fish at one running of the lines. One of the most ardent followers of Walton is Jocko Hensley, who has a number of lines out near the new bridge over the Kanawha just below the city. The other morning, caught two cats on one line and the game running, which weighted cately the same, eleven pounds in ounce. They proved to be like ing, and the pair of them netted lucky fisher a good day's profit. Bob Bell the other morning on 22 cats on his several lines, of them were very big but one was acceptable on the m. A number of other local men been extremely lucky during the few days. West Baden, Ind., June 5 — President W. L. Sinclair, of the West Baden Springs Company, made a sand den shift from women waitresses to colored men last Monday. About 16 colored men were employed who were all rooming at a hotel conducted by Charles Rice, which has lately been opened for colored people. About 1 o'clock this morning two sticks of dynamite were exploded under the corner of the hotel, but no one was injured. At an early hour this morning a number of shots were fired to frighten the Negroes who had fled from the hotel. Carl Priddy of the secretary of state's office, spent Sunday with relatives and friends in Point Pleasant. He returned this morning. FRED MIL FAMOUS PA Hoster's Brew de Lu (3 doz.) . Blue Ribbon, per ca (4 doz.) . Less rebate for empty c and bottles . Buffet (4 doz.) . 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To the Republican Voters of West Virginia: Virginia: In accordance with the established custom, the State Central Committee directs that a State Convention of Delegated Representatives of the Republican Party, to be held in the City of Charleston, in the County of Kanawha, for the purpose of electing nominees for the following offices: Governor, Secretary of State, State Superintendent of Free Schools, Auditor, Treasurer, Attorney General, Two Electors at Large for President and Vice President of the United States, the confirmation of the election of Presidential Electors for the several Congressional districts, the choosing of the Members of the State Republican Central Committee, and the transaction of other business; and that said Convention shall assemble at 12 o'clock noon on the 8th day of July, 1908. 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Barbour 1864 12 Berkley 2548 17 Boone 784 5 Braxton 2177 15 Brooke 1130 8 Cabell 3778 25 Calhoun 1125 8 Clay 1025 7 Doddridge 1774 12 Fayette 6510 43 Gilmer 1080 7 Grant 1278 9 Greenbrier 2296 15 Hampshire 700 5 Hancock 1009 7 Hardy 638 4 Harrison 5076 34 Jackson 2596 17 Jefferson 1308 9 Kanawha 8858 59 Lewis 2130 14 Lincoln 2080 14 Logan 507 4 children's Ready-to- mery and Dress Fabrics Prices as usual the lowest that mandise. Y's Store "That Popular Trading Place." nwab, Prop. , CHARLESTON, W. VA. Pabst Export per case (3 doz.) . . . Less rebate for empty case and bottles . . Actual cost per case . . Quarts per case (2 doz.) . Less rebate for empty case and bottles . . Actual cost per case . . Bell Phone 615A COMPANY AUKEE BEER Marion ..... 4476 Marshall ..... 3923 Mason ..... 2983 Mercer ..... 3644 Mineral ..... 1802 Mingo ..... 1607 Monongahela ..... 3186 Monroe ..... 1486 Morgan ..... 1097 McDowell ..... 5226 Nicholas ..... 1416 Ohio ..... 7767 Pendleton ..... 926 Pleasants ..... 1130 Pocahontas ..... 1167 Preston ..... 3933 Putnam ..... 2167 Raleigh ..... 1847 Randolph ..... 1891 Ritchie ..... 2621 Roane ..... 2294 Summers ..... 1700 Taylor ..... 2337 Tucker ..... 1800 Tyler ..... 2308 Upshur ..... 2405 Wayne ..... 2363 Webster ..... 884 Wetzel ..... 2493 Wirt ..... 1134 Wood ..... 4967 Wyoming ..... 1093 No county shall elect more delegates than it is entitled to under the above apportionment. No alternates shall be appointed or elected. No proxies shall be appointed or admitted to the convention. The delegates present from each county shall cast the whole vote of the county. The name and postoffice address of each delegate must be certified to the Secretary of the Republican State Committee, at Clarksville, at least ten days before the date of the meeting of the convention. All notices of contest and all statements, evidence, etc., relating thereto, printed or typewritten, must be sent to the Secretary of said Committee at least ten days before the meeting of the Convention. The Republican County Committee of each county will cause to be held after at least thirty (30) days' notice, published in all party papers in the county if possible, a primary election, conventions or other proper meetings, for the election of delegates to said convention, in which all Republican voters, and all other voters, regardless of former political associations, who believe in the policies and principles of the Republican party are earnestly requested to participate. No meeting of a county committee to call a county convention or primary election shall be held without at least ten (10) days' published notice of such meeting of the committee. H. C. WOODYARD, Chairman, Postoffice, Spencer, W. Va. VIRGIL L, HIGHLAND, Secy. Postoffice, Clarksburg, W. Va. February 3d, 1908. 2-10 to 7-8 OFFICIAL CALL Eighth District, Republican Senatorial Nominating Convention. The Republican Senatorial Convention of the Eighth Senatorial District of West Virginia is hereby called to meet in the city of Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia, on Tuesday, the 7th day of July, 1908, at 2 o'clock P. M., for the purpose of nominating a Republican candidate for the Eighth Senatorial District of West Virginia, to be voted for at the general election to be held on the 3rd day of November, 1908, and to select one member from each of the counties in said district to compose the Senatorial Committee therefor, and to transact such other business as may seem to said committee to be proper and for the best interest of the Republican party. The basis of representation for the above named convention shall be for each county in said Eighth Senatorial District, one delegate for each one hundred votes or remaining fraction thereof of fifty votes or more cast for Theodore Roosevelt in 1904, that is to say: Dele- Votes, gates. Boone county ..... 784 ..... 8 Logan county ..... 570 ..... 6 Kanawa wha county ..... 8,558 ..... 89 Said delegates must be selected by primary election or convention duly called and held in each of said counties for said purpose by giving at least thirty days notice of the time and place of holding the same. By order of the Senatorial Committee for the Eighth Senatorial District of West Virginia held at Charleston, W. Va., February 17, 1908. CLEMENT H. HUDSON, 2-19 to 7-8. Secretary. New York, June 10.—O. H. P. Belmont died this morning after a ten days' illness with appendicitis. SWISHER AND SCHERR DIVIDE THE DELEGATION IN THE INTERESTS OF HARMONY; HOW DELEGATES STAND REPUBLICAN NATIONAL COMMITTEE Chicago, June 10.—The republican national committee today resumed its hearing of contests, taking up first the fight in the Eleventh Missouri district. Among the arrivals today was Attorney General Ellis, of Ohio, who came from Washington where he had been consulting with Secretary Taft and President Roosevelt regarding the platform which is to be submitted to the convention. Yesterday afternoon the contest over the four delegates at large from Mississippi was decided in favor of the Taft delegation. The general attendance in the committee room was much smaller and the apparent interest was much less than in the preceding sessions of the committee. A. B. Humphries, manager for Governor Hughes appeared in the committee room for the first time since hearing of the contests began. Chicago Ill. June 10.—The eleventh and twelfth Missouri districts were consolidated, and the decision in the eleventh and twelfth districts were in favor of the Taft delegations The North Carolina cases were then called. Those contests are over the delegates at large and a number of districts. Manager Hitchcock of Taft forces said today that they had made no combinations or deals on the nomination for vice-president, and that none would be made. --- Chicago, June 19. The contest for the delegates at large from North Carolina was decided in favor of the Taft candidacy. BIG OIL DEAL IN PROPERTY IN WEST VIRGINIA Sistersville, W. Va., June 10.—One of the largest deals of recent years in West Virginia oil property, and one that means the retirement of one of the most prominent of the early operators in the Sistersville field, has been consummated. The Tyler Oil Company, composed principally of local capitalists, has purchased of Captain J. T. Jones, of Buffalo, N. Y., his entire oil and gas holdings in West Virginia and Monroe county, Ohio. While the particulars of the sale have not been divulged, it is understood from reliable souces that the consideration is in the neighborhood of $400,000 cash, and the production concerned in the sale considerably over 200 barrels daily. There are 114 wells. the transfer, which became effective on the first instant, includes besides the production everything belonging to the industry. The conveyance covers a large acreage of leases and land owned in fee, all buildings and machine shops, gas lines, etc. The bulk of the property is situated in Tyler county and Monroe county, Ohio. The acquisition of this property by the Tyler advances the latter company well to the front of independent operators. It has been a remarkably successful company since its organization and was counted as one of the "big ones" before the recent purchase. Some of its stock sold a short time ago at prices nearly equal to that commanded by the stock of the Standard Oil company. The company's membership comprises several of the wealthiest citizens of the city, men who are leaders in numerous enterprises outside of oil, and it is evidently their intention to make Tyler a power among the independent interests. Second Day of Confed Veterans Birmingham, Ala., June 10.—The second day's session of the reunion of the United Confederate Veterans opened with an attendance larger than that of yesterday. The next reunion place will be selected today. A floral parade will take place this afternoon. Hon. Charles W. Swisher, who will be the next governor of West Virginia, arrived home last night from a trip over the state satisfied that he has won the nomination and that he will be named on the first ballot when the state republican committee meets in this city July 8. With the thirteen delegates given him as a compromise in Preston county he now is assured of 487 delegates in the convention and will get a large part of the four counties yet to be selected. The compromise was made in Preston for the sake of local harmony and Swisher and Scherr will each get 13 delegates from that county. The district mass meetings which were called for late in this month will be called off. Scherr won the eight delegates in Pleasants county in yesterday's primary giving him a total of 279. The following table shows how the race stands at this time: Counties. Barbour ..... 12 Berkeley ..... 1 Boone ..... 1 Braxton ..... 4 Brooke ..... 11 Cabell ..... 25 Caihoun ..... 8 Clay ..... 7 Doddridge ..... 12 Fayette ..... 43 Gilmer ..... 4 Grant ..... 9 Greenbriar ..... 15 Hampshire ..... 5 Hancock ..... 7 Hardy ..... 4 Harrison ..... 17 Jackson ..... 17 Jefferson ..... 9 Kanawha ..... 59 Lewis ..... 11 LIncoln ..... 1 Loran ..... 4 Marion ..... 32 Marshall ..... 26 Mason ..... 12 Mercier ..... 20 Mineral ..... 12 Mingo ..... 11 Monongalla ..... 21 Monroe ..... 4 Morgan ..... 7 McDowell ..... 35 Nicholas ..... 6 Ohio ..... 3 Pendleton ..... 3 Pleasants ..... 8 Pocahontas ..... 6 Preston ..... 13 Putnam ..... 1 Raleigh ..... 11 Randolph ..... 13 Ritchie ..... 17 Roane ..... 12 Summers ..... 5 Taylor ..... 16 Tucker ..... 12 Tyler ..... 15 Upshur ..... 12 Wayne ..... 16 Wetzel ..... 7 Wirt ..... 4 Wood ..... 15 Wyoming ..... 7 Webster ..... 6 Our miners are passing off the timeplaying quoits and other games while the run is slack. Mr. and Mrs. S. H. Fairfax were in Montgomery, Monday. T. B. Fairfax, student of Virginia Seminary, is here for his summer vacation. Wm. Nelson, Charles L. Marshall and A. T. Fairfax have returned. C. G. Thompson, of Harewood, was in our town, Saturday and Sunday. Miss Etta Henderson is practicing the children for an exhibition, which will take place in the near future. The masons are now working on the foundation of our new church so often spoken of. A good number of Red Men formed a line, Sunday, 7th, and paraded our main street. Not having the annual sermon, different members and officers made very good speeches on the subject. A number of out of town members were here. The missionaries held their meetings, Sunday, at the usual hours. The presidents have various ways for entertaining and make the meetings quite interesting. Mrs. Nellie Johnson is out again. Items for publication in the Advocate should be sent to F. L. Thompson. WINIFREDE Mrs. G. W. Perkins spent the latter part of the week at Hill Top, attending the commencement exercises. Mrs. J. H. Taylor, of Charleston, is spending a few days here, the guest of Mr. E. M. Francis. Mrs. Cora Dean, Mrs. Jas. Smoot and Miss Wille Chapman went to St. Albans to attend the funeral of Miss Lizzie Wilson last week. Mrs. A. Bannister and Mrs. Hettle Glasscock have been reported on the slick list. C. H. Turner is spending the week at Cedar, Grove; the guest of his sister, Mrs. C. Ramey. N. V. Bacchus, H. P. Day and F. Adams were business visitors to Charleston last week. Mrs. E. M. Francis spent Saturday and Sunday in Montgomery. Born, to Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Woodning, a daughter. Mrs. Ed Tate spent the latter part of the week visiting in Charleston and Pt. Pleasant. R. H. Allen spent a few days at his home in St. Albans last week. Rev. R. W. Meadows preached for us Monday night. Sir L. O. Wilson, G. L. of Grand Lodge of K. of P., made his annual visit to Jubilant Lodge, No. 17, Thursday night of last week. PORTUGAL ABOLISHES SLAVERY Contracts in African Possessions Limited to Five Years. Lisbon, June 6.—The government has issued an official note stating that it has been decided to grant freedom to laborers of both sexes in the African possessions of Portugal. Contracts in the case of natives from Angola, Guinea, Mozambique and Cape Verde will be limited to five years, and the wages paid to those destined for the cocoa plantations of Sao Thome will not be lower than $2.50 per month in the case of men and $1.75 in the case of women, with maintenance. With regard to laborers destined for the Rand矿ines, where the work is of a more arduous character, special tariffs will be drawn up. Several joint agencies will be established in Africa, including British South Africa, whose duty it will be to supervise repatriation on the termination of the contracts. NEGRO PRIESTS Celebrated Mass at a Baltimore Church Sunday Morning. Baltimore, Md., June 7.—Three Negro priests celebrated mass at St. Peter Claver's colored Catholic church this morning. It was the first time in the history of the Catholic church in the United States that the officiating priests at a mass have all been Negroes. This is because there are only three Negro priests in the church in this country. They are Rev. John Henry Dorsey, of St. John's College, Montgomery, Ala., who was the celebrant; Rev. Randolph Uncles, of Epiphany College, Walbrook, deacon, and Rev. John Plantagine, of the Apostolic Mission House, of Washington, sub-deacon. If you haven't a regular, healthy movement of the bowels open, and be well. 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