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AT THE NATION'S CAPITAL Nothing In Talk That A Permanent O organization Has Been Perfected to Conduct Jim Csow Departement to National Committee to Round Up Committee Plans to Advise National Committee How Most Effective Worker Be Done—Taft Resigns Portfolio—Death of Prominent Physician. VOLUME VIL. NO. 38 AT THE NATION Formation of Steering in Washington Nothing in Talk That a Permanent O Conduct Jim Crow Department Recalcitrans Negroes—Committee How Most Effective Work M —Death of Prominent Physicia (By National Negro Press Bureau.) Washington, July 1.—Considerable misapprehension seems to have been developed here and elsewhere with reference to the "steering committee" of prominent colored men, named at a dinner of "the faithful" just after the adjournment of the Chicago convention. Much stress is being laid upon the formation of the committee by certain anti-administration organs, and an impression is being given out with more or less adroitness that a permanent arrangement is on foot, whereby the campain work among the colored voters will be conducted as an annex to the general campaign committee, with the Negro members of this "steering committee" as a sort of "jim-crow department of the republican machinery to "round up" the colored vote for the Taft and the Sherman ticket. The faecal character of such talk has been exposed by members of the committee now in Washington, and the studied effort to array the Negro leaders in opposing camps as to who shall be chosen as chairman of the national committee has resulted in disastrous failure. The Washington Post, alced and shelted by the Herald seem particularly anxious to stir up strife between the white and colored leaders, on the one hand, and to sow seeds of jealousy and factional discord among the Negro leaders themselves. This policy is also yielding no fruit, if the cordial meetings of the so-called "black cabinet" at Gray's for lunchmen and friendly discussion of issues are taken into account. their own commitment to refer to it not as a definite organization and has no power beyond that of suggestion. Its existence was not to have been made public, as its functions cease when the statement of certain general views relative to the conduct of the campaign is made to the incoming chairman of the national committee. It is making no effort to dictate who the chairman shall be. it will accept Mr. Voryn, Mr. Hitchcock, Mr. Meyer, Mr. Loeb, Mr. Cortelyou, or any man named by the proper authorities, and work with enthusiasm and vigor for the election of Taft and Sherman. They are making no statements touching the "bringing into One" of the disgruntled ones of our race, and are advocating neither conciliation, coercion, nor purchase. The purpose these men have in mind, from what your correspondent has been able to glean through casual conversations, is to take into consideration all the facts bearing upon the relations between the republican party and every element of the colored adherents of that party, and to offer some tentative plan by which the strongest and most effective work can be brought forward in aid of republican success. The republican managers want the sober counsel of the race's soberest leaders and these men will give them the benefit, of their men will give them the everybody fairly, regardless of previous personal alignment. Speakers must be arranged for by and by, a corps of trained writers will be needed to disseminate information, committee rooms in various sections will have to be equipped and a compact organization be required, in every precinct where there is doubt as to the result. No secret is being made of the fact that the fight will be a bitter one, as many disappointments have been engendered for various reasons and all ambitions, could not be gratified, but those in touch with the / situation have no reason to doubt that all spots will be healed when the work is to be assigned, and as far as the Negro is concerned, no uneasiness is seared for his interests will be amply cared for. The black voters, it is understood, will not be cafed after the manner of a spoiled child, but will be reasoned with like a man, invited to analyze the virtues of the republican platform, to compare the history of the contending parties, and will be given employment or entrusted with missions for the good of the organization on the same basis as all such matters are offered to voters of other valued elements of the body politic. The existing dissatisfaction with the ticket will speedily disappear when the high ground to be taken by the managers of the campaign is sufficiently framed up to be made public. The "steering committee" of colored men who will confer with the party leaders on matters touching the welfare of the race is made up of Ralph W. Tyler, of Ohio, Armor. C. N W. T. Vernon, of Kansas; S. Lai- Williams, of Illinois; Charles W. A- nderson, of New York; Walter C. Cohen, of Louisiana; Oscar D'Priest and Louisa B. Anderson, of Illinois. All are men of long experience in parietical politics and known far and wide for their sturdy insistence upon the manhood rights of the Negro people along lines of dignity and common sense. Secretary Taft ceased to be the head of the war department at high noon, Wednesday, and Gen. Luke E. Wright, of Tennessee, is his successor. Mr. Taft will spend the major portion of the heated term at Hot Springs, Va. Fred W. Carpenter, his trusted secretary, accompanies him there after a few days service here, and in all probability will be retained as secretary to the president when his chieftain shall enter the White House next March. Mr. Loeb intimates that he will accept-nothing at the hands of the next administration, preferring to embark upon a business career; but his friends are not willing to have him retire from public life and it will surprise no one if he should be prevailed upon, to take a seat at President Taft's cabinet table. Grand Master W. L. Houston is working in connection with the transportation committee which he appointed to secure low rates for the delegates, the E. M. C. in Atlantic City in September. He expects quite 2,000 delegates to the meeting, and is satisfied that not less than 5,000 more persons members and treasured the officer will take advantage of the rates to attend the meeting and to pay a pleasant visit to the seaside. The pageantry of the Patriarchs, when 3,000 uniformed men of the Grand United Order of Qad Fellows will be in line, bids fair to be the most brilliant spectacle ever witnessed in connection with a demonstration made by the colored people in this country. Dr. Furman J. Shadd, one of the leading physicians in the land, for 32 years connected with the medical department of Howard University, died last Wednesday morning, as the result of a nervous breakdown. His illness covered a period of nearly two years, and trips to Bermuda and many health resorts proved unavailing in his effort to find a revitalizing force. The high standing of the Howard Medical School is directly traceable to his capable and energetic management, and hundreds of poor boys whom he has assisted to graduate, owe their success in their profession to the generous policy pursued by Dr. Shadd in permitting them to go out, depending on their honor to pay the school the balance due on their tuition. The race is all too poor in uplifting agencies like Dr. Shadd, and he will be missed. The invitation sent out in sensational style by Editor Henry Watterson, of the Louisville Courier-Journal, offering an open door to the Negro in the democratic party, is the subject of widespread comment on the part of whites and blacks. It came as a surprise, in view of the recent anti-Negro declarations of individual democrats and the unchanged attitude of Tillman, Heinf, Vardaman and John Sharp Williams in opposition to the participation of colored men in politics, to say nothing of Mr. Bryan's own endorsement of disfranchisement in the south. The argument set forth by Mr. Bryan that the Negro should cease to dwell upon issues between the races, when it is to his interest to consider the economic and fiscal policies of the respective parties and divide on such questions as the tariff, railroad regulation, currency legislation, etc. Mr. Bryan's utterances have been so fully reported in the dailies that no extended summary is needed here. Discussing the novel change of Messrs. Watterson and Bryan, a prominent churchman, an erstwhile anti-Taft man, too, by the way, remarked to your correspondent: "The democratic party, as represented by Watterson and Bryan is beginning to show some signs of sanity on the race problem. It looks if the death of Cleveland has awakened them to some of this broad statemanship on this matter. Henry Watterson has some warrant to appeal to the black man, because the most encouraging things that a democrat has said in recent years were give utterance by Mr. Watterson CHARLESTON, WEST VIRGINIA, JULY 2, 1908 last year at the Tuskegee meeting in New York, and we have not forgotten them. Mr. Bryan is a good man, I believe, as far as his personality goes, but he would be powerless to protect the black man from the hour-long hordes behind him and to whose contempt for the Negro's rights under the constitution he must look for any hope he may have of winning the presidency. These excellent gentlemen speak without a party behind them in sympathy with the open door policy. Not only is the democratic party the rallying point of the disfranchisers; the lynchers, Jim crow carers and night riders, but our new converts seem to be unmindful of the fact that in the Brownsville incident, which they hope to crystallize into anti-Taft votes, had the democrats in the senate and house been permitted to vote on the restoration of the discharged soldiers of the cocoanut, tendered by Editor Watterson or the "Peerless" Bryan. Important as the tafft and other great economic questions are to the black man, in common with his white fellow-citizens, we cannot give them a forward place in our minds and hearts until the constitutional rights of the Negro are conceded throughout this republic. Equality of citizenship is perforce the paramount issue with our people, and the tariff must wait upon its settlement. The Negroes are far from happy the situation presented-by the republicating, but I am of the ophion that if the latter emphasize the political and civil rights of the Negro in the campaign and offer remedial legislation, on railroad restrictions, and set their faces hard against disfranchisement, the colored voters will be the most enthusiastic between the oceans, and our solid vote will be cast for the ticket. "I am for Taft and Sherman, and believe they will be elected if they press these vital issues to the front." Former Register Judson W. Lyons is no longer the Georgia member of the national committee, but there are no scars upon his political countenance due to the intrepid rush of the "steam roller." Says he: "I want to the convention plied to Senator Forster, and I cast my vote for him." I followed him there the next day, followed him in, within my home, and supported the union can party. I how is the will of the convention, of my party, and am now for Taft. I shall do all within my power to elect him, and do not doubt that he will receive the vote of the rank and file of the Negroes everywhere their cote is counted as cast." Emmett J. Scott, private secretary to Dr. Booker T. Washington, is not to accept any position in connection with Freedman's Hospital at Washington, all reports to the contrary notwithstanding. Dr. John F. Hurst, who has just assumed charge of the financial department of the ea. M. E. church, is no stranger to the "strong box" of this great organization, nor will he need to be introduced to the people of this community. For eight years he served as secretary of the financial board of the denomination, and was thus a position to get closely in touch with the work of the department. His promotion to the office so ably conducted by Dr. Lampton was in accord with the logic of the situation and no mistake was made in turning over the keys of the chest to his experienced hands. As the annual meetings of the board have been held here, he has come into international has come into intimate contact with our citizens and they have the fullest confidence in him. Mrs Hurat, a lady of rare refinement and culture, as well as beauty and personal magnetism is proving a valuable addition to our social circles. Dr Hurat has made a proud record as a worker in the church. He is a Haitian and is about 45 years of age. He was educated in the schools of Haiti and finished at Wilberforce university in this country. Upon entering the ministry he was 'placed in charge of a church at Por-au-Prince, Haiti, and in 1889 was sent to Washington as secretary of the Haitian legislation. He resigned to accept a charge at Baltimore and since that time to the present has been actively identified with the work of Methodism in the Monumental City. He comes to Washington under pleasing auspices and the financial headquarters will be a popular rendezvous under his whole-souled-landlordship Rev. George W. Lee, one of the best known Baptist ministers in the country, was united in marriage last Wednesday to Mrs. Roberta Whiting, of Falls Church, Va. The ceremony was performed by Rev. M. W. D. Norman, of the Metropolitan Baptist church. The bride and groom spent a brief honeymoon at Atlantic City, and upon their return, Monday, were tendered a public reception at the Vermont avenue Baptist church, of which Dr. Lee has been pastor for many years. Rev. W. A. S. Wright, a graduate of King Hall, Howard University, was Continued on page three Elect Officers for Easing Year Three Local Men Being Honored Next Meeting at Clarks Charles Town, June 16.—The 30th annual communication of the Grand Lodge of Masons of, West Virginia was convened at high noon, June 23, in the temple of Star Lodge, No. 1. Committees were appointed, after which the Grand Lodge formed in procession, headed by the Hagerstown band, and marched through the principal, streets of the city to the court house, when a public ceremony was held. Prof. L. L. Page, master of ceremonies, in a near speech introduced Rev. R. R. Thompson, who made the welcome address. The responses were made by Hon. J. M. Ellis, Prof. E. R. Rand, and Grand Master R. D. Robinson. The addresses were able and scholarly and replete with good and wholesome advice. At the close of the exercises at the court house, the Grand Lodge returned to the temple; where the business session of the craft were resumed. Business sessions were held Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning and afternoon. A memorial service was held, Wednesday evening, at the Methodist church, at which the following program as excellently rendered: Cesmont Lodge, No. 31, deceased J. N. Terry, eulogist S. S. Taylor, Keystone, No. 21, deceased E. J. Smith and Jarry Harris, eulogist, M. L. Davis and Dan Myers, Star, No. 1, deceased Wm. Myers, eulogist, Rev. R. R. Thompson. Washington, No. 6, deceased John Robinson and B. W. Starks; eulogists, R. D. Robinson and Fleet Porterfield. King, Summers, No. 2, R. G. W. W. Jenking. Charles W. Steele, late Grand Master of Kentucky, was ably eulogized by Attorney, M. L. Davis, of Keystone. On Thursday the following Grand Lodge officers were chosen for the ensuing year: Grand Master, R. D. Robinson. Deputy Grand Master, M. L. Davis. Senior Grand Warden, J. H. Taylor. Junior Grand Warden, D. W. Redman. Grand Treasurer, Fleet Porterfield. Grand Secretary, A. P. Straughter. Gand Lecturer, Dr. B. H. Stillary. Endowment Secretary, J. M. Ellis. Endowment Treasurer, R.H.Trent. Trustees, E. H. Ragland, W. H. Parker, L. L. Page. Grand Chaplain, Rev. G. W. W. Jenkins, D. D. Grand Marshal, J. N. Robinson. Grand Sword Bearer, G. L. Moxley. Senior Grand Deacon, J. E. Rohinson. Junior Grand Deacon, Wm. Alexander. Grand Pursurviant, S. S. Taylor. Senior Grand Steward, Fountain Mitchell. Junior Grand Steward, W. P. Russ. Grand Tiler, H. Anderson. Committee on Foreign Correspondence; A. P. Straughter, Hinton; H. H. Winters, Harpers Terry; Phil Waters, Charleston. The following are the District Deputy Grand Masters: First District, W. L. Hurt, St. Albans. Second District, H. B. Hundley, Mt. Hope. Third District, F. R. Ramer, Martinsburg. Fourth District, P. H. Hayes, Montgomery. Fifth District, J. E. Parsons, Keystone. Sixth District, Isham Scott, Huntington. A public installation was held at the Methodist church. After which a magnificent banquet was given at the Gallilean hall. The Grand Lodge is deeply indebted to the good citizens of Charles Town, whose wholesouled hospitality did much to make the session a complete success. The following records are The following resolution was adopted by the Grand Lodge; We, your committee on resolutions, beg leave to submit the following report: Whereas, The Grand Master of the universi has dealt kindly with this Most Worthy Grand Lodge and has permitted it to call from refreshments to labor in the city of Charles Town, which, though wrapped in many memories of the past, still retains all the eviences of its pristine splendor; and. Whereas, the brethren of Star Lodge, No. 1, have so admirably provided for the entertainment of the delegates; and. Whereas, The good housewives have performed their work so well, and have discovered hospitality unexcelled; therefore, be it Resolved, That this Most Worthy Grand Lodge return thanks to God for his watchfulness over us; be it further Resolved, That we invoke the blessings of the Deity upon Star Lodge, No 1, its brethren, and friends of Charles Town. The Grand Lodge will meet next year at Clarksville. SNATCHED SNATCHED Then They Hanged and Hiddled the Two, Accused of Young Girl's Death—Officers Were Pow- Waycross, Ga., June 27 — At sundown tonight Albert Baker and Walter Wilkins, Negroes, were taken from the county authorities here by an infuriated mob and lynched. The men were hanged from the same tree. The charge against the Negroes was they had assaulted the 13-year-old daughter of Wiley Wainwright, of Hickox. The girl was taken from her home at 6 o'clock in the evening by the Negroes, it is charged, and detained in a woods over night. All afternoon mutterings and threats were heard all over the city. Little knots of citizens had gathered to discuss the attack on the little daughter of Wainwright. At 5 o'clock, when it became known that the child had died from her injuries, the crowd rapidly gathered and could not be held in check. The mob stormed the jail, and the officers attempted to spirit the Negroes out of the city. They were unsuccessful, for they had gone not more than a block from the laft when they were discovered, and the mob made a run for the mischievous. The officers struggled manfully but the odds, were too great. They were finally overpowered, and the two Negroes were taken from them. The mob proceeded to the edge of the city and began preparations to hang the two culprits. The Negroes were bound together with handcuffs. The mob was in a frenzy, and the first tangible thing to use that it could find was a trace chain. This the mob tied around the Negroes' necks and threw it over the limb of a tree. A dozen pairs of hands seized the chain and hauled away, lifting one Negro high in the air, and the other, bound to him by the handcuffs, was lifted from the ground. Then both bodies were riddled with bullets. DISPUTE Between States of Virginia and West Virginia To Be Heard in November by Master Who Will Settle Several Vexing Questions. Washington, June 29.—Preliminary steps looking to the adjudication of the Virginia-West Virginia debt suits, now pending in the supreme court of the United States, were taken at a conference held here today between former Representative Chas. E. Littlefield, of the Maine, and counsel for the two states. It was decided that the first formal hearing in the case shall be held at Richmond, W. November 9, next, before Mr. Lilien. in the master in the proceedings. The state was selected in order to permit of conferences between counsel representing the two states, with a view, if possible, of reaching an agreement upon many minor points involved in the case. Those present at the conference in addition to Mr. littlefield were: Attorney General Wm. A. Anderson, of Virginia; Holmes Conrad and Randolph Harrison, representing the state of Virginia; Attorney General Wm. G. Conrad, of West Virginia; Prof. H. Hogg, former Secretary of the Treasury John G. Carlisle and Attorney Mulholland, representing West Virginia, and Attorney Robinson, of New York, representing the bondholders. The debt dispute arose over the creation of the state of West Virginia out of the original domain of Virginia and the proper apportionment of bonded indebtedness of the latter state. Just what amount is involved cannot be estimated. The original one-third, which the Virgini contestants set apart as the portion of West OPEN DOOR To Negroes Advocated by Col. Watter- Wants Denver Convention to insure a. Flank Inviting Co-Operation of the Black Man. Louisville, Ky., June 27.—A recent utterance of "Marse Henrt" Watterson has created no end of discussion, and his views reactive to the colored brethren may be the cause of a plank in the Denver platform that will be somewhat surprising. Watterson says that except for the Negro vote four of the great states of the north—New York, Ohio, Indiana and Illinois—would be democratic. He says the Negroes have a grievance against the republican party in tait it has transferred the ownership of the black man from his old masters of the southland to itself, and in this changed but not different bond of servitude, the Negro is made just as much a hewer of wood and a drawer of water as ever he was. Therefore, the editor, says that the Negroes have the opportunity to administer to their new masters a salutary lesson and, as it were, to discipline the republicans touching both their interest and their duty. He argues that if the Negroes of the north want to help their brethren in the south they now have a chance to do it. He says the white man should want nothing of the benefits of government for himself and his children which he is not ready to allow the black man for himself and his children, and that the two races are mutually dependent and are bound to live together. He argues further that the black people should know by this time that the republican party has no use for them except for their votes, while, in the meantime, the white people of the south have been aiding the Negroes in many substantial ways. Watterson says. Davenport, Vermont, will find himself in the fields (the Negroes) co-operation in defeating the combine of machine politicians and trust magnates seeking to make slaves of us all, blacks and whites alike. We whites of the south have always claimed, and claimed truly, that we are the real friends of the blacks. Let the colored leaders consider this, and let the democratic leaders think about it. "If the colored brother should turn the scales of the coming election in four great states, New York, Ohio, Indiana and Illinois, he would kill two birds with one stone—bring the republicans to a realizing sense and place the democrats in his debt. This would strengthen his position and advance his future. "Give us a plank then, Mr. Platformer, at Denver, or a resolution in convention, opening the doors to the colored brother, and no matter what is the issue, good will come of it." PROTESTS AGAINST "JIM CROW" CARS. Coffeyville, Kan., June 27—S. Jonas, a Negro of this city, has protested to the board of railroad commissioners against the policy of the Missouri, Kansas and Texas railroad in operating its Oklahoma "Jim Crow" cars into this city. The complainant declares that the railroad should remove the signs in its cars as soon as its trains enter Kansas. PAGE. Rev. R. W. Meadows was here, Sunday, and preached in the morning, and Rev. S. W. Standly preached at night. The B. Y. P. U. met in the evening and Rev. R. W. Meadows gave a lecture on Mission Work and good tait it is doing. Miss Carrie Fairfax, of Powellton, was a visitor to our town, Sunday. The church will send Ira Erasey to represent them in the associatio Mrs. Beams, Mrs. Martin at R. W. Meadows dined with Mrs. H. H. Washington, Sunday. Nine new members were added to the church, Sunday night, after which communion was given. The woman's missions societies will meet, Thursday, and a grand time is expected. The church gave an entertainment Saturday. Mrs. B. H. Henderson will leave in a few days for North Carolina to visit her parents. The remains were removed. Sunday evening to the home of his sister, Mrs. Margaret Cobb on Bradford street. Virginia, was between $20,000,000 and $40,000,000. The settlement of the amount of interest to be paid is one of the most important features of the suit. Will Visit. All Courts to Secure information and Attendance as to Principles of the Court. Office Grand Worst Court, or Grand Court of Court, W. Va. Park, Va. 5, 1808. To All Courts, House of West Virginia: Greeting: You are hereby notified that the Grand Lecturer, and Lola M. Lavender, will officially visit the Courts of this Grand Jurisdiction on the dates named in the following schedule. All Courts are hereby ordered to arrange for meetings on the dates named. The Grand Lecturer will examine the books of all Courts and obtain the following information: 1. List of officers and addresses of each. 2. Number of members in good standing. 3. Number of members initiated, reinstated and suspended during the year. 4. Amount of money collected. 5. Amount paid out. 6. Amount on hand. All Courts will have such information ready. Anna Cooper, No. 3, Blunfield, June 29. Mary F. Tines, No. 41, Blunfield, June 29. Queen of Valley, No. 4, Bramwell, July 1. Lilly of Valley, No. 16, Upland, July 3. Guiding Star, No. 14, Elkhorn, July 6. Be True, No. 26, Maybeury, July 7. Rose of Sharon, No. 39, Ennis, July 8. Loving Prospects, No. 39, Gilliam, July 10. Rose of Valley, No. 23, Kearney, July 13. Host of Israel, No. 26, Giles, And July 14. Cleo, No. 34, Gary, July 16. San Lotta, No. 37, Huntington, July 17. Syracuse, No. 40, Huntington, July 17. Rhododendron, No. 38, St. Albans, July 20. Phyllis Wheatley, No. 1, Charleston, July 21. Eureka, No. 35, Charleston, July 21. Vendetta, No. 5, Parkersburg, July 23. W. S. Kearney, No. 15, Clarksbury, July 24. J. R. JEFFERSON, G. W. O. 813 Swann street. Attest: MRS. E. V. SEAMS, G. R. of D. 1207 Latrobe street. BALANCE Of the Power in Several of the Ohio Districts Is Held By Negro Voters and Leaders Are Auxiliary to Know What They Will Do With it. New York, June 25.—A staff correspondent of the New York Evening Post, in a dispatch from Cleveland, sizes up political conditions in Ohio as follows: The weak spots in the Taft campaign in Ohio this year, according to impartial republican observers who know the state well, may be catalogued under three heads: The opposition of the labor unions. The resentment of the Negro voters over President Roosevelt's treatment of the Brownsville battalion. The defection of the Foraker-Dick following. Republicans hereabouts say that Mr. Taft cannot lose the state unless the ticket is struck by a cyclone; that state pride will make Ohio go safety, republican, so far as the national ticket is concerned. Nobody, however, expects a rousing majority. The substance of the comment on this point is: "Oh, yes, Taft will win; not by any landalide or overwhelming big vote, but he'll win safely enough." "Taft may pull them all through or he may not," people say. "It's too early to talk about that yet." The sulkiness and remembrance of the Foraker-Dick following may be overcome. One heart bleak and sad Continued on page 102 CORRESPONDENCE BUCKHANNON Charles Arnold, of Weston, was in town on business the first of the week. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Dickerson entertained at dinner, Sunday, the following guests: Miss Susie Jones, Elair Dabney, Mrs. John Walker and James Booth. Miss Lottie Smith is on the sick list. Simpson Brown and John Early, of Weston, were in town on business one day last week. While here they were the guests of Charles Davis. The box supper and entertainment at the M. E. church on last Thursday night was a success, socially and financially. Mr. and Mrs. Adam Green were host and hostess to the Silver Leaf Club, Thursday night, at their home, on Mead street. Mrs. Esther Martin, who was taken suddenly sick on Thursday night, is better at this writing. Jerry Lewis and family, who resided on Franklin street, have moved in a house near the B. and O. station. Miss Susie Jones, who has resided in our town for the past five years, left last Friday for her home in Salem, Va. Miss Jones was a member of the A. M. E. church and president of the Silver Leaf Club. Her many friends regret her departure, as she was a loyal church worker. Miss Ingle Taylor was appointed to fill the vacancy as president of the Silver Leaf Club. Rev. James T. Reed went to Fairmont, Saturday, to visit Rev. B. B. Martin. He will preach for Rev. Martin while there. Miss Beulah Wright spent Saturday and Sunday in Weston, visiting friends. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Teller, of Clarksburg, spent Sunday with Mrs. Teller's mother, Mrs. Malinda Hunter. On account of sickness the Children's day exercises will be postponed till the first Sunday in July. The members of the A. M. E. church will hold a lawn fete at Isom Taylor's, Thursday, June 30th. The ladies' aid society was entertained at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James L. Carter, on Friday evening. The trustees of Simpson chapel will hold their grand rally, Sunday, July 5th. They earnestly solicit the assistance of all members and friends. Miss Lucie Jackson is suffering from a sprained ankle. Miss Ingle Taylor will leave in a few days for New Castle, Pa., as delegate to the Mite Missionary Society. CARBON. Mrs. Hattie Martin left last Friday on a visit to relatives and friends in Huntington and vicinity. T. G. Agnew was in Charleston last Friday on business. Rev. Holland left Saturday morning to fill an appointment at Plymouth, Sunday. Jacob Spencer, F. W. Williams, Benjamin Redman, H. L. Rotan, Andrew Young and Garfield Taylor gave a social last Thursday night, in honor of Misses Lena and Ella Dickerson. Born, to Frank Johnson and wife, last Thursday, a boy. William Johnson was in Charleston, Thursday and Friday, on business. Sunday evening, at 3 o'clock, we had Children's day exercises, which were well attended. Devotional by Mrs. T. T. Alston, opening song by the school. After which the superintendent, T. G. Agnew, delivered the welcome address. R. C. McIver, superintendent of the Sunday school at Wevaco, delivered an able address, followed by Rev. C. H. Carter. The program was well rendered by the little children, and much credit is due Mrs. T. T. Alston and Miss J. H. Alston for the way they handled the little children. Closing remarks were made by Assistant Superintendent F. W. Williams. Collection, $1.85. Mrs. W. H. Alston left Monday morning for her home in North Carolina, her mother being very sick. MT. HOPE The First aBptist church of Mt. Hope held a grand rally in the grove where the church will be built. Sunday. Rev. N. A. Smith preached an excellent sermon at 11:30 a.m. Rev. Spencer, pastor at Glen Jean, preached at 2:30, and Rev. Smith at 7:30. A free dinner was given to those from a distance. More than 570 was raised. Greenville choir rendered music for the occasion. Mrs. Edmónia Saunders remains quite ill at her home on the West Side. W. L. Lenaham, A. E. Henderson, H. L. Jordon and G. R. Adkins made a good catch in New river, Friday. The party brought 21 fine catches. The Sun Reds defeated Clifton Forge in a hot-contested game. Sunday, at the ball park. Score, 7 to 6. Two games were played, Monday. The Clifton Forge boys winning both. Rev. Deans has closed his series of meetings at Macdonald with but few candidates for baptism, though the church was greatly revived. H. A. Johnson has purchased the Boury home and store room at War ner and has opened a general grocery. H. A. Scott is erecting a six room dwelling on his lot on Center street. The Willing Workers and the auxiliary of the M. E. church gave a unique entertainment and lawn party, Monday and Tuesday night. Lots at your own prices, at Institute City, July 23. HUNTINGTON. Grand Chancellor Thompson was a business visitor to our city, Monday. While here he as the guest of Mr. and Mrs. T. R. Jenkins. Prof. J. W. Scott returned, Monday, from Louisville, where he attended the National Teachers' Association. He reports a most interesting and beneficial session. Professor Scott was honored by being elected one of the vice presidents. Rev. Nelson Barnett filled the pulpit at First Baptist church, Sunday, Rev. Bryant and he having exchanged pulpits for the day. A number of Huntingtonians spent Sunday in Ironton, Ohio to witness the laying of the corner stone of the A. M. E. church. This structure, when complete, will be one of the most beautiful churches in this section. The K. of P. lodges and Court of Calanthe ran a moonlight excursion on the steamer Oriole, Tuesday evening, accompanied by the K. of P. band. A large crowd went and all report a grand time. The Elks held a social session at their last meeting, and the following menu was served in the most elegant style of master of social session, B. F. Richardson: D. W. Perdue's mixed pickle. Eggs, Henry IV. Home made bread sandwich a la Barnett. Roquefort cheese, Tom Tarrer style. Anheuser-Busch, Richardson. Sam Graves cigars. The many friends of Miss Georgia Scott tendered her an ante-nuptial linen and china shower, Monday, at the home of Miss Josie Barnett. She was the recipient of many handsome and useful presents. The house was beautifully decorated, and quite a large number called and were served refreshments during the hours from 4 o 6 o'clock. Miss Georgia Glover is the guest of Mrs. Troussau Sexton this week. Mrs. Isaac Miller, who is quite ill at her home, on Eighth avenue, is resting easy at this writing. Miss Rosa Winston will leave, July 2, for youngstown, Ohio, to be the guest of Mrs. Carrie Porter, nee Manggrum, for awhile. Miss Eva Tyler entertained by way of a handkerchief shower, complimentary to Miss Georgia Scott, Tuesday evening. Quite a number of friends responded from 7 to 9 o'clock. After a pleasant social chat, light refreshments were served in a most delightful manner by Miss Tyler, who always proves herself a most charming hostess. T. B. Smith is taking a much needed vacation this week at Allegheny and Pittsburg. Mrs. Annie Johnson returned from the Stewart-Gee wedding last Wednesday and went to Hinton to visit relatives, Thursday morning. Prof. E. A. Vine returned, Saturday from Circleville, Ohio, where he witnessed the marriage of Miss Stewart and W. L. Gee. The athletic department of the Y. M. C. A. will give a Boston supper at their hall, on Eighth avenue and Eighteenth street, Friday evening. Supper served in open air, and an interesting program will be rendered. The K. of, P.'s were fortunate in securing Clyffside Park for the last day exercises of the Grand Lodge. This is one of the prettiest parks in this section, with all the conveniences necessary for a pleasant day's outing. Prof. Robert Simms, of Bluefield Institute, was a visitor to our city this week. The Esprit de Corps Lodge of K. of P.'s elected the following officers at their last meeting: C. C., W. Q. James. V. C., G. W. Burrell. Prelate, Richard Johnson. M. of W., Clarence Nelson. Representatives to Grand Lodge, T. R. Jenkins, R. W. White, Isaac Miller. Trustee, Dr. C. C. Barnett. Wait for the Institute City Lot Sale, July 23rd. PARKERSBURG Mrs. Isaac uCstis entertained a few of her friends at whist, Thursday evening, in honor of Miss Mossie Clay, of Clarksburg. Miss Emima Mitchell, of Pomeroy, Ohio, spent a few hours in the city, Thursday, the guest of Miss Hazel Grant, en route to Cedar Ridge, as a delegate to the Sunday school convention of the South Ohio Conference of the W. M. church, which opened Friday morning. Miss Grant went as a delegate from Parkersburg. Mrs. Mary Henderson, after spending several weeks at Pittsburg, returned home last Saturday. Mrs. Pearl Seals and Miss Addie Brent will leave Pittsburg next Wednesday, to visit with their sister. Miss Eva Brown spent a few hours in the city, Thursday, with the Misses Tiles, on route to her home in Morgantown. A special car left Parkersburg at 9 o'clock, Sunday morning, for Coral Ridge by way of Marietta to convey the people from here to the Wesleyah Methodist Sunday school convention. The fare was 30 cents for the round trip. Sunday was the best day of the convention and was held in Fern Cliff Park. Lawyer Charles Jones spent a few days the first of the week visiting his relatives in the city, leaving Thursday for his home at Washington, D. C. Herman Davis, of North Parkersburg, is wearing a broad smile. He says it is a girl, and both mother and daughter are doing nicely. Miss Mossie Clay, of Clarksburg, is in the city, the guest of the Misses Giles. Rev. W. F. Jones, Rev. G. W. Jackson and wife, Mrs. Minnie Grant and Miss Gertrude Donaway left Friday morning for Cedar R'dge, O., to attend the Sunday school convention. Miss Marv. Masters of Delaware, Ohio, and Miss Estelle Powell, of Rochester, N. Y., are guests of Miss Eva Taylor, of Belpre, Ohio. Louis Jones, of Belpre, Ohio, was in the city, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Canty were in the city last Saturday and Sunday. Mr. Canty came this far from Institute to meet his wife, who has been visiting her mother in Harpers Ferry. Mrs. Camphor, missionary to Africa, was in the city the latter part of last week. She lectured at Logan M. E. church last. Friday evening, spoke to the Sabbath school Sunday, and preached Sunday night. Her talks were entertaining and were well received by large audiences. She left Monday for Cincinnati, Ohio. At an interesting meeting of Vendetta Court, No. 5, O. O. C., the election of officers for ensuing term was held last Thursday evening: Jones. Mrs. Pleasant Reese is somewhat indisposed at this writing. MONTGOMERY P. W. Wright, who has been sick for several weeks, is able to be out again. George Scott, who had his leg broken some time ago, is walking about now. Rev. and Mrs. Warner Brown have gone to their home in Virginia to spend several weeks visiting relatives. Rev. R. D. Mendows, of Huntington, was here, Monday. Rev. I. V. Bryant, of Huntington, was here, Sunday, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Guthrie. Mrs. M. A. W. Thompson, of Pratt, was shopping here, Saturday. Mrs. E. C., Page is spending this week at Sewell. Mrs. Joe Guthrie and son Madrid, Mrs. Belle Clark, Mrs. Nan Hardy, Miss Lolo Lavender, Messrs. S. B. Morgan, Floyd Rogers, J. S. Page and H. H. Ralley attended services at Longacre, Sunday. Mrs. Minnie Williams and Mr. Charles Howard were quietly married, Wednesday evening, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Henderson, by Rev. V. Harriday. Only a few intimate friends were present. Mrs. Mary Perry went to Malden, Tuesday, to be present; at the Johnson-Chetam wedding, Wednesday. Mrs. B. F. White and baby Dorothy came home, Thursday, from Institute. Mrs. E. M. Francis, agent for the Advocate, is in town in the interest of that paper. Mrs. Powell, of Huntington, was here last week, soliciting means for the Orphans Home. Miss Loie Lavehder, Grand Lecturer for the Court of Calanthe, left Monday to visit the different courts of the state. Miss Marie Shelton closed her school at Lawton, Friday, and is now home for the summer. Miss Emma Meadows, of Institute, was here last week, the guest of Mrs. George Lee. Miss Nellie M. Lewis is arranging for a musical to be given at the Odd Fellows hall, Saturday night, July 4. The Household of Ruth made five new membres into their order, Friday evening. Mrs. Thomas Johnson was reinstated. R. L. Geter visited Miss Henrietta M. James at Martin Sunday. Taylor and Portia Page are at Institute, guests of Mr. and Mrs. Z. T. Brown. John White, of Red Star, was a business visitor here several days last week. S. M. Dayis returned. Monday, from Charleston, where he had been visiting his family. J. S. Noel, of Ganley, came down, Sunday, to spend the day with his family. T. W. Wade and P. H. Hayes returned. Saturday, from Charles Town, where they had been attending a meeting of the State Masonic order. last of Huntington, N. Hunting. Mrs. Thomas Johnson, Mrs. M. J. Strohtes and relatives here. Mr. Washington has just returned from New York, where he has been studying fine art at the Art Students League of New York. He is a member of several art clubs of that city. Mrs. James Canty and family left Saturday evening for their home at Institute. Channing King, of Washington, D. C., spent Sunday with friends in town. Miss Malcoma Brady spent last week in Washington, visiting Miss Corinne Brady. President H. T. McDonald left Saturday morning for Boston, where he will spend the summer with his family. Mrs. Lizzie Hamilton Tucker and family, residents of Pittsburg, Pa., are visiting Mrs. Tucker's father, John Hamilton. Bishop Lamptons family, of Washington, D. C., is occupying Shoalair cottage this summer. The summer people from Washington are beginning to take up their abode on the college grounds. Mrs. Murray and family came out early, because of the illness of Mrs. Murray's mother, Mrs. Evans. Mrs. Evans is still very poorly. Misses Florence and Charlotte Lovett recently returned home from Northfield, Mass., where they attended school last winter. J. Frank Briscoe, of Martinsburg, spent Sunday here. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Herbert, of Charles Town, spent Sunday in town with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lucas Dennis. Mrs. C. C. Wainwright, of Charles Town, spent one day the last of the week with Miss Mary Toler CANTON. Sunday, June 28, a delegation of Masons of F. and A. M., with their Worshipful Master of Lincoln Lodge, No. 16, met Mathews Lodge, No. 18, of Cleveland, Ohio, to observe their annual sermon, or St. John's day. A large delegation came from Ezekiel Lodge, No. 4, Columbus. The craft was escorted from the lodge room on Ontario street to the C. M. E. church, on 31st street, by Filligan's band, numbering about 20. There were about 60 members in the parade, including visiting members. A 'notable address' was delivered by Rev. J. S. Webb, pastor; subject, "Love and Duty." After the sermon the body marched to the lodge room, where they listened to a very interesting and able address by J. R. Thomas, of Columbus, Ohio. At the close the members departed to their respective homes. Miss Anna Johnson, of Barnesville, is making an extended visit in the city. Arthur Hunter left Friday for Raleigh, N.C., to visit relatives. Robert Johnson, proprietor of the Climax Laundry, of Alliance, was a business visitor here, Monday of this week. The ladies aid of St. Paul's A. M. E. church met last Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs. H. C. Jackson. A splendid session was held and a tasty repast served. Mrs. W. H. Adkins and daughter Gladys left Sunday for Scto, to visit relatives. D. A. Hall spent Sunday in Cleveland. Mrs. Lydia Kane is on the sick list. Rev. H. F. Fox ably discussed the liquor question, Sunday evening. POWELL/TON. Eva A. Johnson gave a reception on last Monday evening. The invited guests were the two Misses Mickens, of Covington, Va., and the students of this place. A number of our girls accompanied the Covington ladies to the mines, where they took a view of the coal mining on Tuesday afternoon. Misses Rosa and Jennie Mickens, accompanied by their little niece, Rosa Brown, departed for Greensville, Wednesday. There was a concert at the half, Wednesday evening, for the benefit of the church, by the children, under the leadership of Miss Etta Henderson and others. The exercises were very timely and were well attended. Miss Cornellia F. Spears departed last week for McKendree, where she hopes to spend the summer. The church aid, society convened with Mrs. Mittie Earley last Thursday afternoon. T. B. Fairfax was in Charleston on business, Friday and Saturday. Jas. S. Harvey and Thos. H. Carter were selected by Rising Sun Lodge, No. 12, K. of P., last week to represent it in the Grand Lodge in Huntington. The Bishle class convened Sunday after the adjournment of Sunday school. LEWISBURG. Migg Lydia Miss Lydia Seams, of Columbus, Ohio, is the guest of her aunt, Mrs. Fanny Hayes. Miss Cattie Jackson had a sudden attack of illness while at the Baptist church, Thursday evening, but is able to be out again. Rev. J. W. Waters was in Covington last Sunday, week, to assist in dedicating the church of Rev. Jefferson. A. D. Seams is home from Talcott, where his school closed last Friday. The Children's day services of the M. E. church were resumed. Sunnas tion amounted to $443.68. Miss Hassie Nelson left last Thursday for Mercer county, she had been quite ill, and was convalescing before she left here. The literary societies of both churches are giving the public some rare treats at each meeting. There have been several, lively discussions, lately, and the other features are quite commandable. James Hill, Robert Davies and Frank Nelson were up from Alderson to attend the services, Sunday. Rav Win. Jackson baptised seven persons at the church, Sunday week. A large crowd was present and was given a stirring sermon. 8T. ALBANS. Misses Carrie Rice and Leith Wheeler, of Charleston, were pleas- ent callers in our town last Wednes- day. Prot. B., Prillerman, Arthur Chandler, John Smith and L. R. Jordan, were business visitors to town last Tuesday. Lewis Spurlock arrived in town, Monday, to visit his father, C. Spurlock. L. W. Hurt has returned home, accompanied by his little grand-daughter, Mosella Phillips, from Charles Town, W. wa. Laura Washington was accidentally hurt last week by a falling dog. Harry Erkline has been elected delegate to the Grand Lodge at Huntington in August. Misses R. A. Wilson and G. E. Banks were visitors to Charleston last week. The Rhododendron Court, No. 38, is preparing for a merry widow leap year banquet, July 3rd. Mrs. Saile Washington and daughter, Miss Martha, and Miss Ella Spurlock spent Sunday at Montgomery. The Evening Star Club meets with Mrs. Earley. ANSTED James Edmonds was elected to the association which convenes at Sylvia. Miss Hattie Poage of Charleston, is her visiting friends. Rev. Gregory filled his regular appointment here, Sunday, and preached two inspiring sermons. Mr. Brooks and Mr. Clay visited their families here, Sunday. Children's day was observed here, Sunday, and the following program was rendered: Slinging. Invocation, Rev. H. C. Gregory. Slinging. Recitation, Sadie Brock. Recitation, Hela Eldridge. Recitation, Mary Gaines. Recitation, Mabel Skipper. Solo, Mrs. Gaines. Recitation, Rose Poindexter. Recitation, Lena Forte. Recitation, Mary Cox. Trio, Meadames Stewart, Gaines, and Hawkins. Recitation, Mary Eighty. Five minutes talk, Mrs. N. L. Clay. Dialogue. Singing. Rev. Gregory and the supreintendent, S. M. Clay, spoke a few minutes, commending the program. THOMAS. Mountain Hill Tab. No. 795, elected as their delegate to the Grand TAB Hampton, Va., Mrs. Jessie E. Bruce. Rev J. W. Coleman left for Johnstown, Pa., on Saturday. Victoria Court will be represented by Mrs. Louisa Aycox and J. E. Bruce. The Willing Workers gave a supper, Saturday night, in the Masonia hall, Coketon. All had a pleasant evening there. The ladies of Victoria Court, No. 11, are preparing for a lawn fete to be given on Jas. Bruce's lawn, Coketon. All are invited to come. Miss Blanch Greene, Bower street, will be hostess to the auld, Thursday afternoon. Mrs. Robt. Moorefield was hostess to the Willing Workers, Tuesday last. Rev J. L. Davis preached two able sermons on Sunday. Samuel Keller, of Bower street, is very much indisposed. Odessa, the baby of Mr. and Mrs. Alonzo Boyd, is ill at this writing. The K. of P. and Court of Calantha have their doors ajar for Prof. O. L. Wilson, Grand Lecturer INSTITUTE Joseph Lovette was quite ill, Thursday and Friday. Miss Mary Beane left Thursday morning for Clarksburg. After spending a few days there with friends she will go to her home in Annapolis, Md. President and Mrs. J. McHenry. Jones and Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Mitchell returned to Institute, Friday evening. Miss Bessie Mason is visiting Miss Ethel Jones in Rendville. Mrs. E. C. Page was an Institute caller, Saturday. President and Mrs. J. McHenry. Jones, Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Mitchell were guests of Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Curtis at dinner, Friday. C. E. Jones was on the sick list this week. Leroy Hall of St. Albans, was a business caller at Institute, Wednesday. L. R. Jordan and Byrd Peillerman attended the St. Albans lot sale and made purchases. Wall Paper! SPRING TIME is renewing time; time to redress your house throughout. In nearly every house there are some rooms that welcome some that do not. We can help you to lend light and charm to the least attractive room of your house. THE WOMAN who appreciates the beautiful and the artistic will thoroughly enjoy seeing our display of the new shades, design and color combinations in wall papers this spring. Never before have we had so great a variety or one of such beauty. We invite a call and inspection. A Beautiful Home is a joy to the dwellers therein and to the stranger within the gates. Any home can be made beautiful with wall paper and decorations harmonious in color and design. We've a large assortment for you to select from. Moore's 118 Capitol Street 118 GREAT SHOE SALE NOW IN FULL BLAST AT BELL SHOE CO. 708 Kanawha St. Exceptional Offering Swell Suits for Young Men $12.50 $13.50 $15 Schwahe & May "For Better Clothes." See Window Display. Families Furnished with Ice Cream. Orders for shipment solicited. THE DEMAND FOR AN EDUCATED MINISTRY. Realizing the demand among the Negro people for an educated ministry, the Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute conducts in connection with its other departments a Bible Training School. The courses of study are so arranged that, not only ministers and licentates may be benefited, but those who desire to do better missionary work or become intelligent Sunday school teachers. The chief aim of the Bible Training School is to afford a comprehensive knowledge of the English Bible and to implant in the hearts of those to extend an ambition to dedicate their life to the elevation and Christianization of their people. Daily supplementary exercises designed to instil habits of sobriety, cleanliness, regularity and accuracy are provided. The teaching is wholly nominal, the intention being not to oppose or antagonize any theological work being done elsewhere, but instead, to assist all denominations. During the past year, the enrollment in the Bible Training School has been satisfactory, but the opportunity is now provided for a considerably larger number. The teaching is free. The cost of board, including furnished room, light, fuel, laundering, etc. is $8.50 per month. The entrance fee is $7, to be paid in cash by each student when he registers. Students will be given the opportunity to work out much of the $8.50, in some cases all of it. Lack of means should not keep any one from entering the Bible School. If the student is not afraid of work and study, he will succeed. For further information, address BOOKER T. WASHINGTON, Principal, Tuskegce Institute, Ala. 6-25-12t A GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUNG MEN WHO DESIRE AN AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION. Many of the young men who have finished the courses in agriculture at the Tuskegee Institute are commanding salaries ranging from $50 to $100 per month. The graduates of We have a new line of GAS STAND LAMPS Come in and look them over COFFEY Plumbing Co. Quarrier St., near Capitol Poultry Raising, two years course. In addition there is a special Post Graduate course of or two years provided for graduates of high schools and colleges. We are especially anxious to have a large number of agricultural students who have finished high school or college courses. Any young man who is ambitious enough to finish any of the courses above mentioned can readily secure immediate employment at good salaries. Opportunities are now open to 500 young men and women who may wish to take any of the above courses of instruction. The cost of board is $8.50 per month. No charge for instruction. For further information, address BOOKER T. WASHINGTON, Notice is hereby given that the annual meeting of the stockholders of the Pythian Mutual Investment Association, a corporation organized and doing business under the laws of West Virginia, will be held the 5th day of August, A. D. 1908, at 2 o'clock p. m., of that day, in the large hall room in that certain building owned by said Association, situated in the city of Huntington, county of Cabbell, state of West Virginia, for the purpose of electing directors for said Association pursuant to its by-laws, and for the transaction of such other business as may lawfully come before said meeting. Given under my hand this 2014 day of June, A. D. 1908. W. J. THOMPSON, Pres. 7-2-41 Save up for the Institute City Lot Sale, July 23. If you haven't a regular, healthy movement of the arms, you should bow your head on the bowls open, and be well. Force, in the slow motion of physio or pill poison, is dangerous. The smoothness of keeping the bowls clear and clean is to take CANDY OATHARTIC Cascaretta THEY WORK WHILE YOU SLEEP EAT TEM LIKE CANDY Pleasant, Palatable, Potent, Taste Good, Do Good, Never Slicken, Waken or Grine; 10, 26 and 30 oz. Sweetened for free from sample, and book- let on Health. Address: 453 Sterling Remedy Company, Chicago or New York. At the Nation's Capital ordained a descon in St. Luke's P. E. church last Sunday morning, the ordination ceremonies being conducted by Bishop William Forbes Adams, of Easton, Md. The ordination sermon was delivered by Rev. Alfred Harding, rector of St. Paul's P. E. church. Willis M. Menard, son of W. T. Menard, the brilliant journalist, was awarded two prizes at the recent commencement exercises of Williams College, Williamstown, Mass., inning second prize in Greek and second in rhetoric for the junior class. As a merited compliment, to his successful labors through the year of his administration as assistant superintendent of the Washington public schools, about 150 representative citizens united in tendering Mr. Roscoe Conkling Bruce a magnificent banquet last Wednesday evening at the Masonic hall, 1111 19th street, N. W. In the party were teachers, lawyers, doctors, journalists, ministers, federal officials and business men engaged in every branch of commercial enterprise. Supt. Bruce's response to felicitous greetings was an able and scholarly effort and added to his laurels as an orator of the true Harvard type. Mrs. Laura Terrell Jones, whose phenomenal rise as a painstaking instructor at Tuskegee Institute has been a source of gratification to her many friends here, has been secured as one of the teachers in connection with the summer school of the State Normal College for Colored Youth at Tallahassee, Florida. Alphonso O. Stafford, Instructor in history at the Institute for Colored Youth at Cheyney, Pa., has been spending a few days here with his family and friends, and was a guest, Wednesday evening at the complimentary banquet to Asst. Supt. R. C. Bruce. Mr. Stafford left Tuesday for Cheyney, where he opens with the summer course arranged to cover the month of July. Mr. Stafford is the author of a neat text book on animal life, designed to excite the interest of young students, and it has been accepted as a standard work in the educational series of the American School Book Company. Secretary Taft, in response to a request made by the Colored Soldiers' Monument Association, has set apart a suitable plot of ground at the Arlington national cemetery as a site for a monument in special honor of the colored soldiers who lost their lives in the civil war. It is proposed to erect the monument in the new section of the Arlington cemetery allotted for the burial of colored soldiers and sailors of the United States. The petition was presented by committee representing the colored posts of the Grand Army of the Republic of the District, of which Lewis H. Douglass, son of the late Frederick Douglas, was chairman. Wait for the lot sale at Institute City, July 23. BALANCE hints in every quarter that before long a teacher peace between Mr. Foraker and Mr. Taft will become operative. Just now it will not seem to be expected that it be a clean-cut agreement in terms of "You work for me for the presidency And I will do all I can to see that you are re-elected to the senate." But if Foraker takes the stump for Taft in Ohio it is not thought that much care will be exercised by the Taft partisans throughout the state in rigidly selecting anti-Foraker men as candidates for the legislature. *Handy With the "Razzer."* The old Foraker machine had a wicked habit of knifing tickets that displeased it. M. A. Hanna used to complain of it. He used to say to a long-time friend here: "When my fellows got licked in a convention or a primary they always whirled in and voted for the ticket regardless of everything else, but when these Foraker fellows are whipped in a preliminary contest they refuse to accept defeat. They knife the ticket." Whether this worsted minority resolves to slash the Taft-Sherman ticket this year, men here say, will depend largely on the attitude to be assumed by Mr. Foraker as the campaign develops. If a peace is effected between the senator and the candidate for the presidency, then the politicians here will look for no division of the republican vote in the state. Otherwise, they say, there will be a falling off in the districts in which Foraker still preserves remnants of his once complete political domination. Apprehension is felt in Ohio, this year about the Negro vote, although some republicans pretend to believe that, despite the known disaffection existing among the Negroes in the state, they will vote the republican ticket as usual. Perhaps with the single exception of Indiana, the Negro voters in Ohio exercise more influence as a political factor than in any other state in the union. Whether the Negroes will use the balance of power in the districts where they hold it is a question that is sorely perplexing republican leaders. It is one of the reasons that make many of them so anxious to have Foraker openly and warmly response Mr. Taft's cause on the stump. If Foraker stays out of the present campaign the present fear is that many of the Negroes will take it as a sign that they are to vote against the republican nominee. Where Negro Vote Counta. In six congressional districts in Ohio the success of the republican candidate depends largely upon the Negro vote. In five more districts in the state the Negro vote is a potent factor for success or failure. This exclusive of the First district, represented by Nicholas Longworth, which has a larger percentage of black voters than any other district in the state. In the Third district, represented by John E. Harding, there are 1,940 Negro voters. Mr. Harding's plurality at the last election was 1.730. In the Seyouth (or Springfield) district, represented by J. Warren Kelfer, 2,923 votes were cast by Negroes at the last election, and Gen Kelfer's majority was only 2.277. The district of Representative Albert Douglas, of Chillicothe, the Eleventh, contains 1,758 Nego voters, and Mr. Douglas's majority at the last election was only 320. Representative Grant E. Mousser's district, the Thirteenth, has 419 black votes, and gave its congressman a plurality of 272. Beman G. Dawes, of Marlet, represents the Fifteenth district, which is made up of five counties. His plurality of the last election was 1,419 and 960 colored voters were enlisted for his 'success'. There are 796 black voters in the eighteenth district, now represented by James Kennedy, of Poungstown, whose plurality at the last election was 1,844. It will be readily seen from these figures that in all of the districts enumerated the success of the republic nominee depends largely upon the colored votes. In the following districts the colored vote will prove a potent factor in the coming election sift an analysis of previous election returns counts for anything. In the Eighth district, which elected Ralph D. Cole by a majority of 13,869, there are 1,241 colored voters. In the Tenth district of T. Bannon's majority of 2,210 to 1,904 Negro votes. Edward L. Taylor, in the Tenth district, received majority of 4,740, of which 1,399 were cast by Negroes. In the Fourteenth, J. L. Laning's majority was 1,399, which included 683 votes from Negro republicans. More than half of Capell L. Weems's majority was made up of the votes of Negro men. His majority was 2,741, and the Negro vote cast was 1,264. Nick's Seat in Danger. Nick's Seat in Danger. Under normal conditions, Nicholas Longworth will not be re-elected to congress in November unless the Negro voters in his district support him. There are 4,997 colored voters in Cincinnati, *Ocidities* in *Mr. Longworth's* district will be watched with the keenest interest by republicans in every part of Ohio. If the Negroes do not intend to support the republican ticket in Ohio this fall, their opposition will manifest itself in the Cincinnati district early in the campaign. It is to be expected that if the resentment felt among the Negroes toward Mr. Roosevelt is to be expressed at the polls, it will be sharply and pointedly dressed toward Mr. Roosevelt's son-in-law. Cincinnati is not the only city in the state with a large block of Negro voters. Here in Cleveland it is estimated that there are, about 2,400. In Columbus there are 2,955, in Dayton 1,124 and in Springfield 1,368. You will have another chance for a lot at Institute City, July 23. TO BAPSTIST SUNDAY SCHOOLS. There was never a time in the history of the West Virginia Baptist Sunday School Convention when the demand for active missionary work was more deserving. Clerks are coming up from the various fields asking for grants in Sunday school literature and the employed to look after this work, and by the help of our Lord and Master no pains will be spared to meet these worthy demands. The Sunday school executive board in its last meeting in Montgomery, planned for a larger work. Rev. Geo. G. Jette was employed to labor in the northern section. After the adjournment of the New River Valley Baptist Association on July 3rd, the superintendent of missions will go to the Flat Top section, and, if satisfactory arrangement can be made, will employ a worker for that part of the state. In order for this work to be operated successfully, the schools must be awakened to the fact that it must be expected of them to lift monthly state missionary collections and forward the amount, whatever it may be, at once to the office of superintendent of missions at Mt. Carbon, W. Va. All money received in this way will be credited to the school's conventional fipacual standing. We are very grateful for the support you have given in the past, and pray that your effort will be increased, knowing that it is the will of the Lord that the field be taken in his name and for him. Yours sincerely, J. J. TURNER, Superintendent of Missions, Box 4. M. Carbon, W. Va. Save up for the Institute City Lot Sale, July 23. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at Simpson M. E. church, the sermon being preached by Rev J. W. Waters, assisted by his son Rev J. W. Waters, Jr. The edifice was filled to its capacity by the friends, colored and white, of the deceased, who sympathize with the family for their bereavement. (Springfield Republican.) There appears to be a growing belief among the most intelligent and independent leaders of the Negro race that it is poor policy to have the "Negro vote" regarded as the sure asset, under all circumstances, of one of the great political parties. The class of Negro politicians may not sympathize with such views, but they are controlled, considerably by selfish considerations, and their judgment should not be followed unhesitatingly. Every northern state has Negro voters who are unimpeded in the exercise of the franchise, and in some states they are numerous enough to hold the balance of power. Their future attitude in politics is more important than that of the members of their race in southern states, where the political influence of the race has been annihilated, since they are in a position to make what political power they possess count heavily in close contests between the great parties. It is to their action that this discussion has special reference. It will be 40th years, the 28th of July next, since the 14th amendment to the federal constitution became part of the supreme law of the land and it was 38 years ago, on March 30 last, that the 15th amendment went into effect. Although in those years the republican party, which "freed the slave," has been almost continuously in power, neither of these amendments today does the work that its framers intended. The 15th amendment is substantially abandoned by Secretary Taft himself and there are no signs whatever that the republican party has any definite policy beyond a possible enforcement of that feature of the 14th amendment, which authorizes a reduction in the south in congress and the elected college. Such legislation, of course, could mean nothing else than the open abandonment of the 15th amendment. Negro race, therefore no longer has anything to gain by doctle allegiance to the republican party; and it is therefore clear that so long as the race depends not upon itself, but upon the political party, its present helpless political position will never be changed for the better. In order to be respected and feared in politics the Negroes must organize on an independent basis and show that their voting strength will be thrown where it will do the race the most good. In pursuing such a policy, the Negroes of this country would merely imitate the highly successful tactics of racial parties in certain countries of the old world, notably the Irish in British politics. Thirty years of special legislation for Ireland, forced through the British parliament under the pressure of Irish obstruction and the power of the independent Irish vote to determine the complexion of British governments, makes an impressive object lesson. If a race is denied its rights under the constitution of the country, and if this is done on race lines, then the independent political organization of that race for the removal of its grievances is justified. Whether the Negroes of America are yet capable of political action of this character is a question which no one can answer until the effort is made, but it seems certain that such a policy must ultimately be worked out if the race is to make the most of itself. The republican party professes to be the guardian of the race it frees from slavery, yet its guardianship now amounts to nothing, because it need not compete for Negro support in elections. Let it be understood that a race, a class, a section may vote for the opposition unless certain things are done, and the party in power usually makes great efforts at "placation." The Jews of New York, who are numerous enough to turn the empire state either way in a presidential election, never fail to be considered by the administration. Both parties fear the labor organizations and the independent vote they represent. And rather than offend the Pacific coast states, President Roosevelt squarely reversed his policy on the Japanese cooie invasion. Both platforms this year will bid for the Pacific coast vote with planks on oriental immigration. The Negroes of the country, particularly of the northern and border states, need only to smash the prevalent notion that nothing could alienate them from the republican party to find themselves getting much the same consideration. They can never fix terms for an alliance, unless they prove that they are something besides a permanent asset and "go with the plant." The effect upon Negro interests of the race's political independence would be advantageous in more than one respect. If the Negroes of the north were to vote for the democratic ticket this year, they would not not only force upon republicans recognition of the fact that their party must compete for Negro support, but would produce a kindier feeling toward the Negro race among democrats, especially in the south. Senator Chandler, of New Hampshire, does not err apprising in 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. matter. 'He is quoted as telling a Negro audience in Washington: "That the oppression of the Negro in the south is due to the fact that members of your race persistently supported the republican party; Now, would not the democratic party feel more kindly toward the Negro if he were to vote the democatctic tieket?" Mr. Chandler is an intimate friend of Senator Tillman. Probably the view he now expresses is, in some measure, a reflection of his talks with the South Carolinian. The reasonableness of the supposition cannot be decried, for the sharp cleavage in the south between the white and black races has always been intensified by the fact that the colored race solidly supported the political party which southern whites regarded as an enemy of their section. Let the Negro votes show that they are no longer bound to an unswerving allegiance to the republicans, and the southern Democratic cause not to record them, with less prejudice and bitterness. In no very long time, the south might make concessions to the colored race in order to secure its political support in northern centers for the democratic party in important elections. The possibilities in this direction deserves serious consideration. Suggestions of this character are offered solely from the Negro point of view. Some time there will be developments not unlike those outlined because the race must sooner or later fight its own battles in politics if it is to have a political existence. ROOSEVELT, TAFT AND THEIR PARTY. called "reactionarks" and the main body of the convention did not deep enough to create any bittersweet against the winning candidate. Mr. Taft is as completely and heartily he accepted candidate of his party as a man could possibly be. Seidom if ever has any American party had first candidate, or one upon whose choice it had better reason "Tor self-congratulation." From "The Progress of the World," in the American Review or Reviews for July. LONDON-HUGHESTON Mrs. Charley Whitlow, who has been very slick for some time, is now proving. Mrs. O. S. Anderson has returned from Virginia. Little Miss Goldie Brown in full ill, suffering from three colds. Miss M. E. Austenman in full illness. Blank Booker and Barbara McKinnon. Mrs. Wm. J. Campbell has arrived at the home of her daughter Jos. Brown. Mrs. Ed Cortos and Mrs. Richard Smith were calling on Mrs. Whitlow Sunday. Mrs. Jane Smith and Mrs. Matthia Hill were in Handley, Saturday. The Woman's Improvement League will meet with Mrs. Jo Brown, Thursday. LC/CARE EXPERIENCE PATENTS TRADE MARKS DESIGNS COPYRIGHTED BY Anyone sending a sketch of our opinion from where quickly assort our opinion from where instructions strictly confidential. HANDOOK on request. Free postage through Munro & Co. Patient takes notice, without charge, in the Scientific American A handsomely illustrated weekly instruction of the art of patenting for four hours, 61. Solid handwriting. MUNR & Co. 35 Broadway, New York Branch Office, 615 Broadway, New York Astigmatism is easily determined by the above or similar devices, but there are Eye Defects* which are not so easily identified. Only the most scrupulous Care and Skill should be entrusted with the delicate organ—the eye. We have special instrument made to our own order. Use Eye Examination Don't neglect screening slight defects Consult without delay ERNST THURSDAY, JULY 2, 1908. FISHING FOR SUCKERS. Should the democratic convention by any freak of fate, adopt the suggestion of Watterson to open the door of hope to the Negro, the republican party would do well to look to its fences. During no National campaign has there ever been so much disaffection among Negro republicans as now exists. Although the majority of the race holds that the malcontents have untenable grounds for their opposition to the Chicago nominee, yet there is no denying the fact that there is opposition widespread and influential. Where, four years ago, the race presented an unbroken front to democracy, there are now gaps of alarming extent. Men, who have been rated hitherto as staunch republicans, are now open in their opposition to Mr. Taft and each has a following, which, if combined, might affect the results in several states. It may be, as is charged, that their attitude is selfish, that the Brownsville affray is not the motive for their stand against the republican presidential nominee, but that butters no parsnips. They are "agin" the republican party, be their motives what they may. They say that the grand old party of freedom has been prolific in promises, that its platform planks on the Negro question have been flawless, without a knot, but that the party has been criminally forgetful of ante-election pledges. Reduction of representation in Congress for those states discriminating against the Negro was advocated in the platform four years ago, but there has been no reduction, they say. At Chicago, last month, the convention followed in the beaten path. It expressed virtuous indignation at the treatment accorded the brother in black at the South, which was simply sugar, say Prof. DuBois and his followers, to catch files. Any discussion now as to whether the Negro made a mistake in not dividing his vote when he was elevated to citizenship is idle and productive of no good. Whether he was or was not disfranchised at the South because of his loyalty to the republican party is an open question. Some authorities hold that he was and others, of equal importance, take the opposite view. It is these latter that now advocate a desertion to democracy or the formation of a new party. It is to these that Mr. Watterson's suggestion most strongly appeals. BREAKERS AHEAD As was to have been expected, the campaign for office among the Knights of Pythias has stirred up dissatisfaction in the Order of Calanthe, the women's branch of the Knights. Elsewhere in this issue of The Advocate will be found a communication from a member of the Order of Calanthe advocating the selection of a woman for the head of that department. The writer advances some good arguments for a departure from the custom now in vogue, but The Advocate, for the reasons advanced against a change at this time in the Grand Chancellorship, is opposed to any move looking to the retirement of the present Grand Worthy Counsellor. Mr. Jefferson has served the Order long and faithfully. During his incumbency, which has existed since the Formation of the Grand Court, there has been a steady, healthful increase in membership and finance. Harmony has held sway throughout the juriediction and progress has been the watchword. We are among those who believe in letting well enough alone. With the same vehemence that we have opposed the retirement of the present Grand Chancellor and the removal of the Grand Lodge office to a town in which there is no subordinate lodge, we speak in opposition to a revolution in the Court. The Advocate has nothing to win nor lose, whether the head of the Order of Calanthe be a man or a woman, but it foresees danger in the radical change advocated by its correspondent, and would warn the organisation to consider carefully before it crosses the stream. the result of the spelling contest in the National International As- sociation of Cleveland shows that the five words from New Orleans were wiser than their elders in objecting to the colored contesant. It must be very humiliating to come all the way from New Orleans to be defeated by a despised black. THE PROHIBITION MOVEMENT. The talk of incorporating in the democratic platform a plank on prohibition is rather disquieting to those who have held that the prohibition movement is of a temporary nature, and one that, like many others that have entered the political arena, will be of short duration in its influence and effect. It is not to be expected that it will always display the remarkable intensity shown in recent months in widely separated portions of the country, but it promises to be an active pervading force. The advocates of prohibition are imbued with all the fervor, zeal and optimism of the early advocates of the abolition of slavery. They worked and hoped for years without much realization of results. They voted for decades, knowing that they faced defeat in each campaign, but confident of ultimate victory. That the seed they sowed did not fall upon barren ground is attested by the increased public sentiment in their favor. It is folly for the opponents to assert that the establishment of prohibition increases the consumption of liquor. If that assertion were correct, those who manufacture and sell liquor would undoubtedly favor prohibition. The future of prohibition is certainly more promising of ultimate success than was the prospect of the anti-slavery movement in the '40's and '50's of the last century. No constitutional provision stands in the way. No political party, as a party, dare oppose. All the great religious bodies are distinctly more favorable than they were to the abolition of human slavery. The recent action of railways demanding elimination of employees addicted to the use of alcoholic stimulants, the rulings of similar nature by important commercial and manufacturing firms and corporations, the firmly fixed opinions of managers and directors of financial and fiduciary institutions as to the desirability of sober clerks and assistants—all these are powerful allies in the prohibition movement. To the Negro, perhaps, more than to any other of the elements which go to make up the heterogeneous mass cafted the American people, the prohibition movement is likely to prove beneficial. Ours is the race which has suffered greatest from the unrestricted sale of intoxicants, and to us will come the greatest good from prohibition. Already, Georgia's criminal record has taken a turn for the better, and other states, in which prohibition is general, have experienced an appreciable falling off in crime. In Atlanta fewer Negroes are sentenced to the chain gang, and other "dry" towns are sending out the same cheering message. West Virginia, as a state, is yet in the "wet" column, though more than half of her counties have declared for prohibition. Unfortunately, these are the counties in which the Negro is a negligible quantity. Jefferson, Fayette, Mercer, McDowell, Ohio and Mingo are still sending their full quota of Negroes to the penitentiary, while Kanawha—whose prohibition, with the exception of this city, is recent—has not yet felt the wave of reform. But state wide prohibition is coming and the sooner it comes, the better for the Negro. It is very unkind of the defeated vice presidential candidates to say that Sherman was nominated because of his ability to collect campaign contributions. How do they expect a campaign to be run? There is not much likelihood of the Denver convention departing so far from its traditions as Mr. Watterson suggests, but, if it should, the republican party would do well to look to its fences. Mr. Bryan should send his lieutenants to Mr. Hitchcock to learn how a convention can be well housebroken in advance of its organization The republican state nominating convention will be with us next week. Lots at your own price, at Institute City, July 23. Another Lot Sale at Institute, July 23. WHY NOT A WOMAN FOR GRAND WORTHY COUNSELLOR OF WEST VIRGINIA? To the Editor: The Court of Calanthe, an auxiliary of the order of Knights of Pythias, commonly called the women's department of the order, though of almost recent birth and origin, has grown to such magnitude under the direct contributions of the female relatives of members of the order of Knights of Pythias until the above question should occasion no amazement nor surprise. While the writer is cognizant of the fact, yet many of your readers may not know that the host of Caulantheans under our supreme juris- diction number something over 40,000. It is fair to assume that West Virginia, as she has always done for the order, contributed her full quota of membership. It may further be said that even though all knights in good, standing in the order of Knights of Pythias are eligible to membership in the court, and a goodly number have availed themselves of that opportunity, nevertheless the Court of Calanthe is maintained, protected and preserved by the wives, sisters, mothers and other blood relatives of the knights who come within the limitation prescribed for membership. It possibly will be a surprise to our supreme jurisdiction to know that the women's organization in West Virginia is ruled and governed by a man, one who never visits a court in his jurisdiction unless his own personal interest causes him to be where the court is in session. The courts of this jurisdiction are such that we can be proud of all their actions, except to see honor bestowed where honor is not due. It is true that not all members could, would or should aspire to this particular office, but it is more than equally true that within the jurisdiction of the Grand Court there are women with fertile brain and sufficient executive ability not only to rule and govern the order in West Virginia, but to inject new life therein. Why not conduct this department as other organizations maintained by women are conducted? Is it not true that other organizations supported by women are presided over by women? Is it not true that they are a success? Is it not true that they do great good for humanity? Were you to travel over the state of West Virginia you would be surprised at the extensive interest taken by our women, not only in their department; but in the entire order and the whole jurisdiction. If the delegates to the Grand Court will only awaken to what these noble and glorious women are doing, what they have done and what credit is due them, the next Grand Worthy Counsellor of the Jurisdiction of West Virginia will be a woman. Then, and not until then, will the merits of that department, the material worth and strength thereof be seen and properly commended. Such a change would cause an increase in membership, and the members would say to the new management in the words of another: "For whither thou goest, I will go; and where thou lodgest, I will lodge." Then you will see the true principles of fidelity, harmony and love exemplified. Yours in F. H. and L., CALANTHE. Wait for the lot sale at Institute City, July 23. WHAT THE OLYMPIC GAMES MEANT TO THE MODERN GREEKS. "The prizes? Ah"—the shoemaker defly caught his falling spectacles—"the prizes? Of a value commensurate. A branch of wild olive from the trees of old Olympia; or, it may be—a wreath from the classic grove by the ancient sacred temple will for true athletes be the prize sought. But, in deference to the spirit of modern life, there will be for each victor a magnificent diploma, a design of noble conception and supreme execution. The artists of all the world have been appealed to and the reward made of such substance as to tempt the highest. Supplementary to the wreath and diploma will be a medal of pure silver and chaste workmanship, such a memento as a man will be proud to hand to his postery, although in itself not of extraordinary value—a thousand drachma in gold will be its cost. And then a bust of "Victory" by the hand of our foremost sculptor, and—but, indeed, I cannot say—there are so many. But greatest of all, of course will be the appreciation of one's fellow-citizens—the gratitude of one's country. "And for all this"—resumed Enriipides—"is constructed a Stadium. And such a Stadium! See here is the plan—" He displayed the spread page of the Echo—"only last week I beheld it—a priceless morning—a moving breath from the Aegean Sea and from the south—a sun like a benediction. On the sight of Athens' Stadium of old it stands, on that same historic spot about which sat in olden days and watched the athletes contending,' the illustrious ones of our race. There, on the banks of the illisus, our people have created such a structure as would stir to immortal strains the reincarnated lyre of great Pindar himself. Of walls on the outside of 400 paces length one way, and 120 another, and this ground-plan enclosed to the height of a man's head of solid marble, and of a depth ere the seats begin of another man's length, and all this of dazzling Pentelic marble—of marble white and gleaming as the marble of the temple of Athena—not as we see it now." and Euripides turned and pointed to where on the crest of the Acropolis the ruins of the Parthenon arose. From "An Olympic Victor," by James B. Connolly, in the July Scribner. You will have another chance for a lot at Institute City, July 23. CHICAGO GRAIN MARKET, Chicago, June 30.—Wheat. 82%; corn, 69½%; oats, 45%. C. C. Gebhart, who made a trip to Chicago with his son, Cain, C. A. Gebhart, at the Stammer Hatchall, has returned home. Cleveland, Ohio, June 29.—The largest and most varied program in the history of the National Education Association marked the opening of the forty-sixth annual convention of the organization, which began a five-day session here today. Thousands of delegates were kept busy taking part in the day's events. Cleveland bristled with entertainment. The streets and buildings are gayly decorated. The schoolteachers and Clevelanders filled the streets and public places. It was a day of hustling for the transportation companies as well as for the pedagogues. A special dept was constructed to care for the baggage. Thousands of Cleveland homes were thrown open to entertain the visitors. Hotels, restaurants and boarding houses are reaping a harvest. The first session in connection with the convention was a meeting of the National Council. This was followed by a meeting of the Directors, where the financial reports were made and resolutions adopted. The Committee on Appropriations and Investigation proposed that its work be dropped, owing to the general financial condition of the association and the change in the policy of the railways throughout the country in the matter of passenger rates. The committee recommended that Congress be urged to make appropriations and take up the work of educational investigation under the Government Bureau of Education. Spelling Contest a Feature. One of the interesting features of the program, although not a part of the official convention routine, was a spelling contest between eighth-grade pupils, in which a team of 15 representing each of four cities entered. The Cleveland schools challenged the schools of the country. Pittsburgh, Penn., New Orleans, La., and Erie, Penn., accepted the challenge. First, there was a written contest of 100 words, and then oral spelling of about 250 words. Cleveland won with a total of only 38 errors. Pittsburgh was second, with 47 errors; New Orleans was third, with 66 errors, and Erie was fourth, with 85 errors. The victory was a personal triumph for Marie C. Bolden, aged 13 years, daughter of a Nogro mail carrier, of this city, who spelled every word correctly, both in the oral and the written tests. The convention was swept with a storm of applause at her demonstration, the result of which was announced far down the line on the big blackboards, and at a time when her score meant a victory for Cleveland, the earlier announcements having put Pittsburgh and New Orleans in the lead. The little girl was congratulated by hundreds, even members of the New Orleans spelling team shaking her hands, when President Francis H. Haserot, of the Cleveland Board of Education, pinned to her dress the gold medal which denotes the championship of American public school spellers. Put Aside Race Prejudice. Just before the contest was begun several of the New Orleans children balked at the idea of spelling against a Negro girl, but in a caucus the Southern team decided to go into the contest, waving race prejudice. Another child, Mae Thursby, of the Pittsburg team, made a perfect score, and the medal offered by the Junior Order of United American Mechanics, of Pittsburg, will be awarded to her on her return to the Smoky City. That the contest was remarkable became apparent to the 6,000 adults who occupied seats in the big Hippodrome when the words were pronounced. Restaurant was one of the puzzlers, while condescension proved a stumbling block for several. Other words that halted the advance of the teams included separate, together, accommodate, lettuce, elm, occurrent, judgment, develop, irrelevant, foreigner, deceased, sovereign, stationary, cemetery, ceiling, descendants, government, brethren, pumpkin, analysis, embarrass, necessarily, miniature, professor, changable, divisible, until which, pursue, principal, partition and arctic, while one of the frequently misspelled words, by a curious coincidence, was "misspelled." One Pittaburg boy caused a storm of applause when, in the oral test, he was asked to spell "gas." "Gas?" he repeated, in a questioning tone; "gas? why, g-a-s, gas." And he smiled condescendingly; for he was Harry Marcus, Pittaburg newsboy, and accounted one of that city's prize spellers. He won a good mark, misspelling only two words, one oral, one written. During his illness he applied to himself the conventions. Dismotion with when the sound occurred, the ear took down the sound. Were the Services Uniting a Malden, W. Va. Couple Cheatham-Johnson Nuptials Attended By a Large Number of Charleston Friends. Malden, June 30.—A pretty wedding was solemnized here at noon today when Mr. John Cheatham, of Bramwell, led Miss Clara Jane Johnson to the altar, the marriage rites being read by Rev. Ballard Brooks, assisted by Rev. B. Brown. Miss Johnson, attired in a pretty white lace and mull creation, escorted by Mr. J. G. Loveless, entered the church to the strains of Mendelsohn's wedding march played by Miss Lella Wheeler. The bridesmids were; Misses Ilysra Isaacs, Sara Brown, with Miss Lona Rice, mald of honor. Mr. Rufus Penn acted as best man and Messrs. W. E. Preston, W. M. Jefferson and John Woopter were ushers. Miss Caroline Rice sang, "If I had a thousand lives to live, I would live them all for those." After the ceremony at the church, the wedding guests were invited to the residence of the bride's mother, Mrs. Amanda Johnson. Miss Jula Irwin had charge of the dining room the color scheme of which was white and green, with sweet peas, ferns and daisies. Here refreshments were served and the presents, which were numerous and handsome, were displayed. The guests from Charleston were: Mrs. Matilda Parker, Mrs. King Jackson, Mrs. Jas. H. Page, Mrs. Firmin C. Brown, Mrs. Mary Lewis, Mrs. Mattie V. Lee, Mrs. Bettle Hall, Mrs. R'H. Thomas, Mrs. H. F. Waldron, Mrs. Millie Randolph, Misses Caroline, Lena and Ruth Rice, Lella Wheeler, Mary and Minnie Burks; Messrs. Randolph Green, Charles Wright, Charles Burks, James Black, R. S. Penn, Charles Lewis, Eugene Allen, Henry Wooster, W. E. Preston, J. A. Chandler, and William Jefferson. Mrs. Mary Perry was present from Montgomery and Mrs. Sallie Vaughn from Handley. PROCLAMATION Women's Branch of Pythians to Meet at Huntington Aug. 4th While Knights are in Session GRAND COURT O. O. C./STATE OF Under Jurisdiction of K. of P. of N. A., S., A., E., A., A. and A. June 23, 1908: To the Grand Court Officers, District Grand Worthy Counsellors, Grand Representatives, Worthy Counsellors and Members of the Order of the Grand Jurisdiction of the State of West Virginia. Greeting: At the last session of the Grand Court, the city of Huntington was chosen as the place for holding the next session. 1. I, therefore, notify you that the eighth annual session of the Grand Court is called to meet in the city of Huntington, Tuesday, August 4, 1908, for the transaction of such business as shall legally come before it. 2. Each Court is entitled to representation according to law, viz: Two representatives for each Court and three where membership exceeds 80. 3. All Subordinate Courts will please send in endowment reports at once for this quarter, if it has not done so, in order that a complete report may be compiled for Grand Court. 4. Each Court must send its per capita tax (unless same has been paid) and semi-annual report by its representatives and be prepared to pay up all indebtedness to Grand Court for Pythian Temple Tax, S. W. Starks Buttons, and any other debts to the Grand Court, if any are due. This must be done or such Courts will have no voice in the proceedings of the Grand Court. 5. All Past Worthy Counsellors desiring to take the G. C. Rank, may do so, provided they have their P. W. C. Credentials. The fee for same is $2. 6. The brethern and sisters of Huntington are sparing no pains to make the approaching session one of pleasure and profit. We sincerely hope that each Galan-the will do all in his or her power to make this session the superior of any which has been previously held. Our Grand Court is now reaching the point where it is recognized as a body of great influence and power for good, and ranks favorably with any Grand Court of any state. Let no endeavor to no strength and sustain it, that it may be long for the near. If not the superior of our Grand Court, the superior of our BEGINNING THURSDAY, JULY 2 Special Reduction Sale of Ladies' Tailored Linen Suits THIS line represents the highest class of tailored summer suits ever brought to Charleston. They meet with ample appreciation but we bought just a few too many, especially in the finer models. For those who failed to reach them at the already conservative retail price, we offer this great closing opportunity, right at the threshold of vacation time and on the eve of the festivities of the all glorious "Fourth." Summary: One White English Repp semi-fitting coat suit, elaborately trimmed in appliqué. Size 36. Price $37.50, reduced to One Champagne Linen Eton Suit with fine Irish crochet trimmings. A last season's model. Price $33.00, reduced to $10.00 Suits will be shown and fit on second floor. None will be sent on approval or exchanged. Any necessary alterations will be made by us at actual additional cost to ourselves. Coyle and Richardson ment Association and urge each Court to send representatives prepared and instructed to take some stock. With best wishes and kindest regards for all. We are yours in F. H. L., J. RUBERT JEFFERSON, G. W. C. 813 Swann street. Attest: MRS. E. V. SEAMS, G. R. of D. 1207 Latrobe street. RAPMOND CITY. A. D. Williams was in Charleston last week. Richard Alexander, of Charleston, spent a few days of last week in our town, visiting friends. daughter Bessie left Wednesday for Philadelphia, Pa., where she will join her husband, who has been there for a short while. Mrs. Carey was accompanied to Charleston by her father, B. J. Alexander. Mrs. Tyree is very much indisposed at this writing. A large number of people of place went on the excursion to Mcgoiney. Sunday. Misses Frances Corman and nes Dobson were in our town's day evening. The missionary society met at the First Baptist church, Friday night. To look after some important land sales, John E. Kenna has gone to points on the Coal river. He has some good holdings there and a big sale is to be held. Grand Chancellor, W. J. Thompson spent the first of the week at Huntedington on Pythonian business. Some investments pay bigger incomes than SAVINGS BANK ACCOUNTS—Somewhat. But the that do generally fail to pay any income when you need is most. The savings Bank Deposit is what comes to the rescue when you Miss Maggie Lewis has closed her manicuring establishment at Hinton and returned here. A party of seven, chaperoned by Mfs. W. O. Terry, sient a very pleas. ant day, Friday, at Institute. Miss Wysor Crutchfield, of Brad-Jord street has as her guest Miss Viola Smith. are in trouble. It is easy to provide against want, when you are prospering— TODAY is the best time to begin. $1.00 opens an account at the The friends of Mrs. Nannle Huskins are saintphizing with her on account of the death of her grandmother, whose demise occurred at Alderson last week after a long illness. Miss Maggie Alexander and / Mr Eward Carr were married, Tuesday evening, at the Baptist parsonage by Rev. S. R. Bulock. The Loyal Union was entertained Monday evening by Mrs. Samuel Campbell. Mrs. Mildred Banks, of Handley, spout several days here last week visiting friends. Frank Scott, of Clarksburg, is in the city the guest of his brother, Charles Scott, on Bradford street. Miss Florence Williams has return ed from Baltimore, where she attended Morgan college. CARLISLE Mrs. Charlotte Henley, of Eagle, was the guest of her sister, Mrs. Fannie DeHonney, last week. Mrs. Etta Lowry returned to her home at Boomer, Sunday, after a pleasant weeks' visit to relatives here and at Pomeroy. Mrs. Amanda Burge is ill at the home of Mrs. Lillie Davis, on Young street. The mid-summer musical carnival of the A. M. E. church is in progress on Mercer school grounds this week and will close Saturday night with the crowning of the lady queen who receives the highest number of votes. The Laddies Aid of St. Paul A. M. E. church will not hold its regular meeting tonight on account of the carnival. Hotel Brown, Charleston, W. Va., headquarters, for colored delegates to the state convention. Mr. Brown has added improvements at a cost of $3,000, making it the most un-to-date hotel in the state for the race. Mrs. Minnie Samuel left Wednesday at noon to attend the annual Woman's Milt missionary convention of the A. M. E. church at New Castle Pa., and to represent the local society of St. Paul A. M. E. church. The following officers were elected by the B. Y. P. U. of the First Baptist church Sunday evening: J. R Carter, president; Miss Eva Parker, vice-president; G. W. Harris, secretary; Mrs. Minnie Harris, treasurer; Miss Lillian Byrd, organist, William Smith, choreister; Miss Garnett Harris, corresponding secretary. A POPULAR HOTEL FOR COLORED PEOPLE 35 rooms, 60c, 75c and $1.00 per day. Lodging 35c and 50c Special rates by week or mont. We cater to weddings, suppers, and society functions. Gothic Book Store Capitol New Phone 1098: 500 Capitol Street P. C. Brown Proprietor Division No. 2 of the missionary society will serve refreshments at the First Baptist church Friday evening. Mrs. Frances Lowry is president of the organization. The Ladies Aid of the Baptist church will meet this evening at 7:30 with Mrs. Mary Anthony, Domnally street. Mrs. Annie Smith, of Hansford street, is dangerously ill. The mission workers of the First Baptist church are planning to capture the banner and are, for that reason, anxious to have all members pay their dues at once. Rev. R. M. Mayhew, pastor of the Second Baptist church, baptized a number of recent converts, Sunday. The Baptist mission at Patrick will be organized into a church Sunday, the 12th inst. There was born to Mr. and Mrs. Edward Scales, last week, a daughter. Mrs. Harvey Lowry is confined to her bed by rheumatism. Beef, Veal. Mutton, Pork, Fresh Pork Sausage and Weiner Our Own Make being made at the First Baptist church for a musicale to be given in the near future. Miss Helen Clark and Mr. Ernest Chambers, both of Institute, were united in marriage at the First Baptist church parsonage by Rev. Bullock, yesterday. Mr. Chambers is assistant agriculturist at the West Virginia Colored Institute, where they will make their home. Mrs. Wm. O. Lee, of Bladensburg Md., is in the city to spend the summer with her husband. Mrs. Lee is pursuing a course in medicine at Howard university. W. N. Seames, of Chicago, is visiting his father, Wm. H. Seames and other relatives in this city. Miss Amelia Wilcher accompanied Miss Charlotte Campbell to her home at Union, where she will spend the summer. The First Regiment band wave another open air concert Friday evening. A large crowd listened to the program, and the Liberal applause showed their appreciation of the excellent music rendered by the band. There will be no concert this week, the band having been engaged to play for the A. M. E. church carnival now in progress on the Mercer school grounds. The Best Qualities in all the popular kinds of At four o'clock Sunday morning Rev. J. W. Waters will have baptizing at the wharf. At 11:00 several converts will be sprinkled at the church. In the evening all will be read into full membership and the Lord's Supper will be given. Rev. Waters will be assisted in the baptizing by his son, Rev. J. W. Waters, Jr., of Lewisburg, who will conduct the morning and evening church services. We want your patronage, for we have complete stock in our lines and you can get it when you want it most. Both the morning and evening services at Simpson M. E. church were well attended and the collection for the day amounted to $70.00. Since the various elements of the church have been harmonized, there has been a gratifying increase both in attendance and contributions. A number of persons attended the Johnson, Cheatham nuptials at Malden Tuesday. Henry Anderson is ill with fever at the house of his parents on upper Washington street. Dr. K. Hunter, or Lexington, Ky., arrived in the city last evening to enjoy a few days with Dr. Gamble. Mrs. John Hare was called to Wintfield, Nebraska, by the illness of her daughter Bessie. 3. J. Here is at Holling, Va., for the summer engaged in steam fitting work on the W. Va. Heating and Plumbing Co. Mrs. Julia Jackson has as her guest Mr. and Mrs. Giles Mimbs, of Winfield. Miss Bessie Chambers leaves Friday for Goyington, Va., to remain until the early fall. Little Hazel Bailey entertained a few of her friends at her birthday party that evening. Mrs. Anna Smith, on Hansford street is very ill. Mrs. Pauline Bowe, of Columbus is visiting her father, Mr. Garland at Snow Hill. Mrs. Monack, of Raymond City, was a caller on Mrs. M. A. Curtian on Piedmont. Mr. James Woods returned yesterday from Catlettsburg, where he was called to attend the funeral of his brother-in-law. Mrs. L. Woods and grand-daughter have returned 1 from Montgomery. Mr. and Mrs. I. C. Cabell were at ten at Mrs. G. W. Muse's Friday evening. Ollie Plerson, of Raymond City, was visiting his mother Friday and Saturday. A. Courtacey's nephew, who has been seriously ill, is improving rapidly. Mrs. Denson and little daughter have returned to their home in Covington, VA. Calvin Brown, of Mammoth, is visiting his sister, Mrs. Dahney Elliott on Bentz street. Misses Lillian and Bessie Taylor spent Friday at Montgomery, returning with their brother who was en route from Charles Town. John Rudesill is reported to have died suddenly at his home on Donally street, yesterday morning. Mr. Rudesill was married about three months ago to Miss Jeanette Shrewsbury. The Loyal Union met Monday evening with Mrs. Abbie Campbell on McCormick street, aside from the regular business was the election of officers. Two visitors were present and the Union was highly entertained with an address by Mrs. Mattle V. Lee. There will be a public meeting of the union, Monday evening, July 6, at Mrs. Matilda Parker's on Wall street, when the following program will be rendered: Instrumental solo—Mrs. Walter Harris. Recitation—Mrs. Eva Dean. Solo—Miss Eva Parker. Recitation—Mrs. Marla Alexander. Solo—Mr. Edward Scales. Recitation—Miss Carrie Rice. Solo—Mary Lewis Strother. Journal—Mrs. Mattie Jackson. All are invited to attend. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Waynesboro entertained last Thursday, evening in honor of E. L. Thompson, Charley Hicks and Jordan Tisley of Shawsville, Va. Covers were laid for sixteen. Messrs. Thompson, Hicks and Tinsley will leave Friday for Shawsville to spend the 4th. The death of A. H. Irving occurred Sunday evening at 50'clock at his home on Southside. Mr. Irving had been in poor health about four months, but had not been confined to his bed more than six weeks, when death relieved his suffering. Archie Irving was born in Malden and at an early age moved with his parents to this city, where he attended the public schools, later he attended Hampton Institute. He was for several years a teacher in the Charleston school. In 1885 he accepted a position in the U. S. government office in this city, which he held for 23 years or until the time of his death. For him, life's labors close, life's sorrows cease and he has folded his hands on finished work and gone to his reward. He leaves a devoted wife whose tender care during his last illness was uniting. In his immediate family he leaves a wife and two children, Titus and Myrtle. He was a man of sober, unright, industrious habits. An exemplary citizen and a Christian who was deeply interested in the work of the church and the Sunday school. Fourth of July Excursions On account of the Fourth of July excursion tickets will be sold at rate of one and one-half fare for the round trip; no excursion rate to be less than $1.00. Children half the excursion rates. Tickets will be sold July 3rd and 4th, good returning until July 6th between all stations on the And also to all points in the territory of the Central Passenger association. For full, particulars call upon agents of Ohio Central Lines. Old Export Clark's Old Maryland Rye Clark's Pure Rye (bottled in bond) Clark's Rye (bottled in bond) Clark's Old Mountain, (bottled in bond) Clark's Old Mountain Clark's Sour Mash Clark's Sour Mash (bottled in bond) Braddock Maryland Rye Braddock Rye Old Taylor (bottled in bond) Old Charter (bottled in bond) Old Kentucky Taylor G. W. Taylor Limestone Wilson Hunter Mellwood, bottled in bond (4) Mellwood, bottled in bond (5) Mount Vernon Paul Jones Green River Duffy's Malt Red Top Old Overholt, bottled in bond Old Crow McBrayer Golden Wedding Sweet Springs Old Oscar Pepeeer Clark Distilling Co. River Mills Old Foster King William V. O. P. Scotch Haig & Haig Black and White, Scotch John Dewar & Sons, Scotch Andrew Usher, special, Scotch Don Murdock, Scotch Clover Leaf, Irish Canada Malt Irish Malt Rock and Rye, Crystalized Peach and Honey, Crystalized Holland Gin, Imported 1-3 gal. bot Booth Old Tom Gin, Imported Old Tom Gin Tom Gin Sazarac Cocktail Eagle Manhattan Cocktail Eagle Martini Cocktail Hennessey Three Star Brandy Jules Leraux et Cie Grape Brandy Apple Brandy Peach Brandy Rice Brandy Ginger Brandy 1 Apricot Brandy Benedictine Tom and Jerry Creme de Menthe Orange Bitters Wild Cherry Bitters Dr. Clark's Stomach Bitters Getreide Kummel Vermouth place in the old slave days, before the center of industry moved down to Sao Paulo, is a fine place still, with its tall stage-scenery buildings, painted white or pinkish or pale blue, the fronts—an echo of the Dutch visitation of long ago—often decorated with tiles. You climb the narrow, winding streets to the upper town, looking out on the turquoise sen. Everywhere are. Negroes—huge women, with enormous chocolate-colored arms, in white cotton wrappers and turbans. They come swinging down the cobblestones, squat beside their fruits and green parrots, lean out of ground-floor windows smoking fat, black cigars. Colored Man Thinks He is Fit for Bout with Nelson. San Francisco, June 28.—Can Joe Gans knock out Battling Nelson, and if he can, what will be the blow with which he will accomplish the feat which has been found impossible up to this time. These are questions which are being debated throughout the country wherever boxing enthusiasts meet. Nelson reverses the question and claims that he will stop the wonderful colored champion when they meet in their 45 round contest, July 4. Between these two extremes there is endless material for debate. The question is frequently asked if Nelson has not gone back since he fought Gans at Goldfield that hot September afternoon when the two men struggled for two hours and 48 minutes and the decision went against Nelson on a claim of foul, which the referee allowed. The friends of the Dane ask if Gans has not gone back during that time, especially in view of the fact that he is six years older than Nelson and has been in the ring, five years longer. He acknowledges to 17 years of service inside the ropes, while Nelson fought his first battle 12 years ago. In that time Nelson has seen much rougher service, as Gans with his greater boxing skill has taken comparatively little punishment. This is shown in his unmarked features, his nose, ears and teeth not having suffered as have those of his opponent. Gans said today that he would not box any more during the week, as he thinks his present condition is just about right. Nelson was surprised when he heard this, but says Gans knows his own business best. Nelson is in the pink of condition and confident of winning. Gans is still favorite at 10 to 8. BRAZIL'S MIXED RACES. (Scribner's Magazine.) Of the 17,500,000 of people in Brazil, only 6,000,000 are whites. There were 750,000 slaves in Brazil when the Princess Regent emancipated them in 1887, and there are neighborhoods where the Negro problem is a problem only 1 inso far as life may be a problem to Africans in their native jungles. You go ashore, for instance, to buy cigars at Bahifa. It was a great Bottle Barrel Goods 1 50 Export 1 25 Normandy 1 15 Atherton 1 00 Hammisville Rye 1 00 Clark's Rye 1 00 Clark's Bourbon 1 00 Clark's Old Mountain 1 00 Braddock 1 25 Cedar Brook 1 00 Katuska 1 00 Mellwood 1 00 Mellwood 1 00 Belle of the Valley 1 00 Old Foster 1 00 Cuckenheimer 1 15 Clark Distilling Co. 1 25 Topmost 1 00 Alpine 90 Old Duff 1 50 Old Star 1 00 Overton 1 25 Lexington Club 1 00 Elk River Rye 1 25 Spring Lane 1 25 Old Honesty 1 50 Old Seth 1 00 Big Four 1 00 Corn 1 00 Gin 75 Alcohol 188 proof 75 Alcohol 75 Limestone 75 We Handle 1 75 Moet & Chandon White Seal 2 00 Champagne 1 50 G. H. Mumm's " 1 25 Cook's Imperial " 1 50 Golden Crown " 1 25 Imperial Sec. " 1 50 Imported Rhine Wines 1 00 " Burgundy 1 00 " Sauternes 1 75 Port 1 00 " Sherry 1 65 " Pontet Canet 1 25 " St. Trelody 1 00 Native Wines 75 Scuppernong qt 50e 1 25 Zinfandel qt 50e 1 25 Pontet Canet qt 50e 1 25 Burgundy qt 50e 1 75 Angelica qt 50e 1 25 Port qt 50e 1 00 Muscatel qt 50e 1 00 Sherry qt 50e 1 00 St. Judian qt 50e 1 00 Hockheimer qt 50e 1 00 Catawba qt 50e 1 00 Maderia qt 50e 1 75 Blackberry qt 50e 1 00 Wines in Bulk 1 25 Imported Sherry 3 1 25 Imported Port 3 1 75 Native Port 3 1 00 Native Sherry 3 1 00 Blackberry 3 60 Try to take a photograph of one DEWEY'S BEST DEWEY BROS and her broad, shining face over with fear of the wallow up goes her apron over the cool interiors of the room with spotless patios and the white folks doubtless must have from the sun, but one scarcely them. Eighty per cent of the itants are Negroes. You though you were walking the deserted white man's city hall black army of occupation. About one-third of Blootton are Negroes. From blootton might have been landed from ship yesterday the African fades out through every grade mixed blood up to that of African whites of the ruling slave. a te oi ce. ee eae | SERRA TRO , : ™ ras 1S; leNo.6 CENTENNIAL OF = | We a oo opm oo pecialSaleNo.6} wre supe Cemim |. Vest Virginia Colored Institute | ae Entday & Caturde HISTORIC SKETCH MOD 0owsnere, s.r ma. le ne Sarg sor Friday & Saturday pave Boys’ Knee Pants Reduced to 39c ‘oan w. ” ” mo - ” 56e mM, wn om 19 fade Boys’ Shirt Waists Reduced to 39¢ pal00.,, ” » >» 19 POther Priced Goods in Like Proportion F One Price Clothier 222 Capitol St familiary called the “Old White,” wriles & correspondent, Beautiful in her age as some ma- jestic matron of Virginia, who car- vies her years lightly, from 1808 to 1908 she has reigned the queen of American watering places. Presi- dents of the United States, orators ana soldiers. ports ang-wits, famous divines and learned actors, beauties and beaux, the best representatives of social, ‘intellectual, professional and diplomatic cireles of Burope and America have paid homage at her shrine, and still she wields her scep- ter royally, As the colonies advanced in 1600 the Indians wore driven farther and farther up the James and back into the wilderness, until at Tast they found rest here, aad built their wig: wanis, ‘They heated stones and bathed in the stream of the sulphur water for rheumatism. Indian ro- manee has been woven about the ori- gin of the old fountain, The Iégend was handed down and is gracefully told by Mrs. Roger Pryor, whose husband is a “distinguised and di- rect’ descendant of Pocahontas, and both have been annualguests at the “Old White” for three-score Years. One eventful day while a brown- faced lad and Indian lassie were martymaking on the green a stern old chieftain ‘keeping watch from a distant. park, as a reproct for. idle- hess, shot two arrows: one pierced the heart of the youth, the other missing aim lodged in the bosom ot the earth, and when drawn forth the sulphur spring was discovered. It is the influence of the lonely maiden that brings us back year af- ‘ter year to drink of these charmed ‘waters, for, as the story goes her lover is not to be restored until we sip the last drop in the well, At thy hour of midnight the. winsome spirit fis about and her footprints are traced by tiny white blossoms that spring up in her pathway. In ISOS Mr. James Caldwell first established a hotel at White Sul- phur, and he eaused to be erectec fA long (wo-story building with a ver nada extending the eatire length and and in close proximity to the spring ‘This building is now occupied by the postoffice, express office, jewelry, mil- linery and dressmaking shops, the encral store and tailor shop. Aw oid tandmark, the first dining hall, [Shieh was also used as a Dalleoom, has heen removed. fh a sceluded spot near the en france of the park Mr. Caldwell built his family cottage, ‘The — terraced vardens Surrounding this villa stitl vidence the skill of the landseape artis, and the timeworn summer houses invite strolling lovers to pause | beneath their wild clingmg vines. | | The mame Greenbrier? While Silke phar origivated from an evergreen pine that grows in abundance about the banks of Greenbrier river, for whien the picturesque stream, the mountains and county of Greenbrier are called. Representative people of — wealt? and influence, attracted by the favor- able surroundings and health-giving waters, eains here from all of the Southern States and built the pic- Jiuresaue villas still seatterea about the grounds, Accompanied by. their families they returned simmer after summer, with coach and four, with liveried ‘ationdant and rigorous eti- quette. Bach group of cottages hag its own name. Virginia, South Caro- lina, Georgia, Florida, Baltimore Row, Paradise Row, Louisiana, cte. The, three-story Colonial cottages owntd by Generals Wade Hampton, Manncring and Singleton, were built npon the most commanding height and afterward occupied as tne hotel Caldwell sold his interest-. tos company, which later bought — the cottages and in 1858 erected — the Grand Centtal Building. ‘The Prince of Walce, now King of England, was the guest of honor at White Suiphur in the season of 1859 ¢ The glories of “Greenbrier” were dimmed for a time by the ravages of the war between the states, and the brave sons of the South | need this plave for hospital headquarters. ‘The “White” was a favorite resort of Gen. Robert KB. Lee, and his friends love to recall his last visi’ and affectionate farewell, as" he mounted his faithful war horse Old Traveler ‘There was hardly a noted man cr Woman of the country whose name 8 not inscribed on the ancient rexis- ters, ‘The very atmosphere of the pice ia historical, while the great [sat room, the long galleries, — the reen lawn are redolent of memories of lovely women and chivalrous men whose presence once cast a glamow over the place, At White Sulphur one may meet personally the — de- scendanis of these people in whom their gracions manner and forceful personalities are delightfully perpet- ented. i; ra - reve coset ‘a ARE YOU AK. OFP.? F oUl Tas AF NOT WHY NOT? Ba: 2 a Do you not know that the Knights: of Pythias is the / strongest and most progres- “sive order of the age? o The four departments of the order are as follows; | SUBORDINATE LOGCE = : in this the members are ; united to care for and pro- tect each other's interest : as well as sickness and bE * distress. In this department our be young men arc receiving a : military education which they can get in no other i. way, thus making them 4 better and mere useful c citizens. bg ’ > LADIES’ COURT 7 In this the wives, mothers, es widows, daughters and © sisters of Knights are un- w ited for the Gommon pur- ye poses of life. PENDOWMENT - ma «In this departmeat we are e. paying out thousands of Pe dollars annually to the ~. widows and heirs of de- m ceased Knights. pif there is no lodge in your peality. confer with the Dep- fy Grand Chanceilor of your motrict or write S. W. Starks, marieston, W. Va., for terms mpon which to organize mgs i TREC VOCATH, st 10% mah ® Pa Fy ol is y P. ay ee Omer ay Go As:Far As You Like In Selecting < Jump on our band wagon if hold your positiog of being one You have only three days more celebrate in, z Burn up your mor- ey if you like on the Fourth and imy your, >; Your money don’t go up in smoke Worth of good clothes for your er, to leave you stranded high broke crowd.” For you al- peeket when yous trade here. a dollar each weak; Lib I { C di ; re ] Co. G17 VIRGINGA STREET Home phone ... 7... 1063 STEELE SPEED ETRE West Virginia Colored Institute : INSTITUTE, stg sg _ WEST VA. + ; . ~The- only Industrial Ipstitute for _ “iy .colored Students'in’ the State, a ag _ Regular Normal, Academic and ‘Com:: merciai Courses, also Regular Courses ‘in: | Agriculture, Carpentery and House Build ing, Steam Fitting, Smithing,Cabinet Mak-. ing, Painting and Glazing, Dressmaking, | Laundrying, Printing. A Gomplete 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, : eS, : : For catalogue and other information address” is : J. McHENRY JONES, A. M. Pres ident: — Institute, West Virginia oe nahi sDAGUK oni enced vaca ns wnnnstaadisbaseadnswus ee eo cc ee ests) ¢ Mul ef OSS SOE NO) oa ee eee ea j ee ad SRS Ee eo ORT Ee ra RS RM St Re ee ta er as eases hE palms ES ENTE I: CE NN Glas 2 aaa Re Ce, eo Ue arnt SNS 22 RS ia ar Nts Ge Ee OS ak Nis oe oe aie a tera Res ab RE ABS gis a1) A RR aR ata : AN Tos aR. 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We have Just purchased ‘a splendid three story rick Dullding. on ike Oly the main business atreeta tn the city of Huntington, “he frit floar is occupied vy. the “tuniontaen® 40 ght | the largest. daily newspaper published in that gectlon of the state, tne second floor fs used for oMico ee while the third floor Is a large assembly and Jodge hall. This buflding te sure to. pay us well, Ane ny Charleston building had been occupied omy eight montis our stockholders were pald'a dividerm ottee 288 cent, ‘ ¢ per Stock fs still on sale at $10.00 per share either patd ap or on thé installment plan, Jn your locality about It or write t othig office. - plan, Ask your agent Pythian Mutual | , < ‘ Investment Association nvesting n W- J. THOMPSON, President at Charleston Wi Vie, Beas de Bi hs ad ae beta Ms. has seen 27 years of service at this hoiel; 2° chamber maid who cete brates her twenty-fifth anniversary; of ball room attendants 29 years on duty, and poricrs who neve conrplete- ly identificg thomsriver and their in terests with the place, Sam Rogers boasts of 35 years’ falthful service #8 houseman ‘The many friends of Mrs. Margaret Costello will be glad to know that she is rapidly convaloseing as report- ed by her physicians, Dra, W. 8, Robertsen and J. 1. Cannaday. Mrs, Costello recently: underwent a very serions operation at the Bar- ber Sanitorium. She will return to her home in the near fature. HOTEL BROWN EUROPEAN / Wesf Virginia's Popstar \Hotel for Colored People. 35 Rooms 50c., 75e. and $1.60per day ’ Lodging 35c and 5¢¢ per night Special Rates, by week or month, Accomodations for.75 People Rooms tm Suite, $1.50 to $2.00 Per Day, New Phone 1098. F.C. Brown, Prop. ; La 500 Capitol Street _ CHARLESTON, W.¥.