The Advocate

THE DEMOCRATS DECLARE FOR JIM CROW CARS AND NEGRO DISFRANCHISEMENT THE ADVOCATE ADVERTISMENTS PLACED IN OUR COLUMNS BRING RESULTS TRY IT. VOLUME VII. NO. 42 THE DEMOCRAT FOR JIM CROW NEGRO DISFRA Anti-Negro Planks JIM CROW PLANK. We favor the enactment of a law requiring common carriers engaged in passenger traffic to furnish separate coaches or compartments for white and colored passengers. Believing that the extension of the elective franchise to a race inferior in intelligence and without preparation for the wise and prudent exercise of a privilege so vital to the maintenance of good government, was a mistake, if not a crime committed by the republican party, during the reign of passion and prejudice following the Civil war, for political ends and purposes, we declare that the democratic party is in favor of so amending the constitution so as to preserve the purity of the ballot, and the electorate of the state from the evil results from conferring such power and privilege upon those who are unfitted to appreciate its importance, as it effects the stability and preservation of good government. At 1:30 o'clock this afternoon, the democratic party of West Virginia, in state convention assembled, went on record as being opposed to the colored citizenship of the state by incorporating in its platform, two planks, one for the disfranchisement of the colored electorate as it is practiced in the South, and the other demanding 7.4 million Crow cars on the railroads operated in West Virginia. Heeding not the warnings of the last democratic governor of the state, William A. MacCorkle, that such action meant the defeat of Louis Bennett, their candidate for governor; hearing not the pleadings of W. E. and Col. Joseph E. Chilton, their leaders for many years through adversity, who condemned such a course as suicidal; listening not to the words of their keen-visioned leader, Col. John T. McGraw, who foreseed defeat, the democrats of West Virginia, early this afternoon, ruthlessly scattered to the four winds of heaven whatever chance they had after the nomination of their gubernatorial candidate, Bennett, and plunged headlong into the abyss of defeat, carrying with them their candidate for the presidency, William Jennings Bryan, and effectually blighting the hopes of carrying the great states of Illinois, Indiana and Ontario. The extent of their action this afternoon the democratic delegates do not realize, nor can they foresee, like their leaders, the blasting of hopes it carries with it. Immediately after its passage had been announced and that the two planks in question would be incorporated in the state platform the delegates left the wigwam for a recess until 3 o'clock utterly oblivious of the position in which they placed the party. But on the faces of the leaders was written a stern realization of their predicament. Feeling that they had a bright chance for victory in November, these leaders are how cast flown, believing implicitly that that opportunity has been thrown away and will come no more. The incorporation in the platform of the two planks is a big victory for the Byrnes, George and Will. The former has battled year in and year out for such a plank and defeat has not dampened their enthusiasm for the object which he attained this morning. He gamely fought against the biggest men in his party, and when with the assistance of J. J. Davis, the old Harrison county leader and chairman of the committee on resolutions he had the two planks reported favorably in the state platform he knew that he had won. When last night before the convention he said, "This is the proudest moment of my life," everybody realized that it was true. The two planks came before the convention this morning when J. B. Finley, of Wood county, mounted the stage and submitted the report of the committee to which the planks had been committed last night for further consideration. Finley stated that the committee had met again this morning and now desired to report back to the convention the two planks without the dotting of an "!" or the crossing of a "!". Immediately E. L. Nuckolls, of Fayette county, received recognition and launched out into an effort for the incorporation of the two planks. He spoke for several minutes and was followed by Governor MacCorkle who from a bench in the Kanawaha delegation appealed to the delegates not to do that which was suicidal. As the friend of Louis Bennett, who had been nominated for their standard, bearer he pleaded with them not to do it. He demanded the previous question and on a roll call the planks carried by a vote of 7.10 to 412, the counties voting as follows; Barbour—16 against. Berkeley—26 against. Boone—9 for. Braxton—23 for; 2 against. Brooke—8 against. Cabell—35 for. Calhouh—10 for; 4 against. Clay—11 for. Doddridge—12 for. Fayette—40 for. Gilmer—15 for. Grant—3 for. Greenbrier—27 for. Hampshire—11 for; 10 against. Hancock—6 against. Hardy—13 against. Harrison—27 for; 8 against. Jackson—11 for; 10 against. Jefferson—24 for; 2 against. Kanawha—76 against. Lewis—17 against. Lincoln—15 for; 1 against. Logan—12 against. Marion—9 for; 34 against. Marshall—10 for; 17 against. Mason—11 for; 11 against. Mercer—29 for. Mineral—15 for. Mingo—17 for. Monongalla—18 for. Monroe—16 for. Morgan—6 against. McDowell—26 for. Nicholas—7 for; 7 against. Ohio—10 for; 19 against. Peudleton—12 for. Pleasants—4 for; 5 against. Pocahontas—12 for. Preston—9 for; 5 against. Putnam—13 for; 4 against. Raleigh—16 for. Randolph—25 for. Ritchle—7 for; 10 against. Roanc—6 for; 14 against. Summers—21 for. Taylor—17 against. Tucker—13 for. Tyler—16 for. Upshur—9 against. Wayne—25 for. Webster—13 for. Wetzel—30 against. Wirt—12 for. Wood—25 for; 17 against. Wyoming—8 for. Total—710 for; 412 against. Immediately after the announcement of the vote which was received with a demonstration by the delegates a motion to recess until 3 o'clock, prevailed. BOTH ARE FINALLY REFERRED BACK TO COMMITTEE It required the hardest effort on the part of Col. John T. McGraw, W. E. and J. E. Chilton and other democratic leaders, last night to prevent the incorporation in the state of platform of the state democracy, two planks, one pledging the party to the enactment of a Jim Crow law and the other favoring the enactment of a disfranchisement law such as exists in every Southern state. The state leaders of democracy, by their own admission, did not disapprove of the two planks which attacks the rights of the colored people, but for expediency, because they believed it would solidify the republican party, they asked that the two planks be rejected. Finally on motion of Col. McGraw the state platform was adopted with the exception of those two planks which were recommitted to the committee on resolutions to be threshed out on the morrow. No more turbulent scene was ever witnessed in a democratic convention than that which greeted the reading of the two planks which would pledge the party to disfranchise the negro, in this state and place Jim Crow cars on the West Virginia railroads. When Geo. Byrne reading the report of the committee on resolutions, read these two planks, delegates shouted and howled for several minutes and desmixed CHARLESTON, WEST VIRGINIA, JULY 31, 1908 that it be read again. The delegates seemed to be in unison in their approval of the two planks. When the report had been read a delegate moved to adopt it all, but the negro planks. At this juncture Col. J. E. Chilton sitting on the stage received recognition. For several minutes the delegates refused to hear him, but Col Chilton announced that he was going to say a word to save his party and finally got the attention of the delegates. He said that never before in his life had he appeared reluctantly before a convention in behalf of an honest belief, but he felt he would be dereklic in his duty to the democratic party unless he served a warning against it. As Col. Chilton was stating that the democratic party could carry the state this fall, some delegate yelled "But not with the nigger vote." The speaker continued and said, he was entitled to ask a democratic convention not to make it an impossibility to win. He pleaded for the sake of the old party, for the sake of those who for sixteen years had been battling in the darkness, not to do that which would unite the republican party. He said it was succusi and asked the party not to do it. Geo. Byrne followed Col. Chilton and said it was the proudest moment of his life. He said it meant the restoring of the government to the white people and denounced those who would refrain from incorporating the plank for expediency's sake. W. E. Chilton next received recognition from the chair and the delegates who in the afternoon had tendered him an ovation, would hardly bear with him. He asked the delegates what they thought Bryan would say when he read of such planks being incorporated in the platform, losing him the opportunity of carrying the states of Illinois, Indiana and Ohio. The adoption of such planks, he contended simply meant republican victory in this state. John J. Davis, of Clarksburg, chairman of the committee on resolutions spoke favorably for the adoption of the two planks and said the democratic party had never gained anything by epipedency. C. M. Wetzel demanded the previous question, but such disorder reigned than the motion was withdrawn and there were prizes for Col. John T. McGraw the delegates desiring to learn his position. Col. McGraw said that he had opposed the plank on the committee but had joined in with the other members of the resolutions committee and made the report ma- nous. But he wanted to differ with the nestor of democracy, John J. Davis, and moved that the platform be adopted with the exception of the two planks which he moved to re- commit to the committee on resolutions. McGraw was listened to by the delegates and there is no doubt that his speech prevented the adoption of the planks. A roll call was ordered and the motion to recommit the two planks was carried by a vote of 579 to 546. TWO IMPORTAFT AND GREAT OCCASIONS. Washington, July 28.—The National Negro Business League is to meet in Baltimore, Md., August 19-21. Great numbers of representative Negroes are coming from all parts of the country for this meeting. Many of them will come to Washington. On August 24, it has been arranged to invite visitors to join with the people of Washington in a trip down the Potomac river to the new Washington park, which is to be formally opened and dedicated at that time. Mr. Lewis G. Jefferson, the proprietor of the steamers Jane Mosely and the River Queen, has given the use of his steamers for the benefit of the Frederick Douglass Memorial Home Fund. All the profits of the trip are to go toward this fund. More detailed information will appear from time to time, and it is hoped that each of these occasions will contribute toward the success of the other. NEVADA BOUT IS DECLARED OFF Owing to Failure of Tex Rickard to Run a Cheap Rate from Salt Lake City. Salt Lake, Utah, July 22.—The Battling Nelson-Joe Gans fight, scheduled for Labor Day at Ely, Nev., was called off by Tex Rickard this afternoon after the Nevada promoter had failed to get cheap rates over the railroads for the fight. A rate of $14.64 for the round trip was the best Rickard could get from Salt Lake City, so he called off the match. Nelson was at the conference with the railroad officials and was disappointed because he could not get another chance at the black man. The Battler will get two-thirds of the $1,000 posted with A. T. Clark, of San Francisco, by Tex Rickard as a guarantee that he would pull off the fight. Gans will get the other third. Mrs. Nelson Kyle, who has been the patient of Dr. H. F. Gamble at the Charleston General Hospital, is very much improved and has returned to her home. BRYAN The Peerless Welcome Lincoln Ne groves Who Say They Will Support Him This Time Were Former- ers In Stevie Brown Fairview, Lincoln, Neb., July 23. A steady stream of visitors to Fairview kept William J. Bryan on the qui vive today and tonight. It was perhaps one of the busiest days the democratic candidate has spent recently. Probably the most important visitor was Josephus Daniels, of Raleigh, N. C., prophetor of the News and Observer, national committee, and member of the sub-committee of eleven which is to select a national chairman and other officers of the committee. He was summoned here for a conference on the present situation and with special reference to the conditions in the southern states. The democratic nominee was assured that the south would be solidly for him. Not the least interesting happening of the day was the visit of a delegation of local Negroes heretofore staunch republicans, who called to pledge their support to the democratic ticket. They were heartily welcomed. Beginning with today, Mr. Bryan retires as editor of the Commoner, a signed letter in the paper announcing that his candidacy for the presidency makes it necessary for him to take such action. Coupled with it is the interesting statement that as a personal campaign contribution, the profits of the Commoner, over and above actual expenses will be turned over to the democratic national committee. MERRILL GIVES HIS REASONS FOR RESIGNING PRESIDENCE. Had Reached the Limit of Ability to Collect Money and Deemed it Best. for University to Step Down and Out. (From the Nashville Globe.) Since the announcement first published in the Globe, that Dr. J. G. Merrill, president of Fisk University, had resigned, there has been a deal of speculation as to the probable cause of his resignation. Dr. Merrill was generally loved by everyone with whom he came in contact and his profound interest in what concerned Fisk and the Negro race caused the news of his resignation to be received as a clap of thunder from a clear sky. Not only was the public at large surprised, but the determination of Dr. Merrill to lay down his work as president of Fisk came with equal unexpectedness to the trustees, faculty and students of the school. The reasons why Dr. Merrill resigned have not been made public heretofore. But that Dr. Merrill gave up his place with the sole desire that the school might profit by having a president who might be a greater collector of funds is made apparent from the following letter: "To the Nashville Globe: "In your kindly editorial concerning my resignation at Flask University, which found me in New York City yesterday, the expression occurs: 'No matter for what cause Dr. Merrill relinquishes his position,' etc, etc. This expression has set me to thinking that it would be wise for me, if you will, through your columns, to state the reason for my resignation. This step which evidently was a surprise to everyone was not a hastily taken one on my part. To put the matter briefly: "When I undertook the work at Fisk University it was in debt. There was not a donor who gave annually or otherwise for the current expense of the school. The American Missionary Association was appropriating $10,000 per year. I have been able to secure an average of about $10,000 per year; some of this was designated by the donors for endowment or for building purposes, but enough was available for current expense to have enabled the institution to have avoided an increase of indebtedness had the American Missionary Association been able to continue its full appropriation of $10,000 per year. This it could not do, owing to the claims made upon its treasury by other branches of its far-reaching work. "I found myself unable to secure the money needed for our constantly expanding undertaking. It did not seem to me wise to restrict the growth of the school. Up to a certain limit I could command the gifts of those who, loyal to me and to the cause which I pleased, could be counted upon to afford a stated income. Beyond this point I seemed unable to go. I have approached those who are accustomed to give for such a cause as ours; in many cases I have gone several times. Often I have found them pledged to undertakings which had possession of the soliciting field in the years when Fisk had no representative to present 'ts claims. I set in motion all the agencies' at my command to secure funds, and not until sufficient time had elapsed to show that I was not to succeed did I reluctantly reach the conclusion that I should no longer defer giving to the trustees an opportunity to put a more successful money-getter at the head of the institution. I insisted upon the acceptance of my resignation if it was the expectation of the trustees that the president of Fisk should be held responsible personally for securing the money needed for current expenses and endowment. "It was not an easy step for me to take. The loyalty and affection of the young people has always touched me deeply. Their gift of a beautiful loving cup at the close of this last year did not make it any easier for me to carry out the determination to resign, of which they little dreamed. "I desire to express my appreciation of the hearty co-operation of a faculty as devoted to their work as that of any school that I have heard of and to thank them for their expressions of regret in view of our separation. I am exceeding glad that I have given nine of the best years of my life in the service of an institution which has appealed to me as has no other cause during my public career. That I have been able to weave into the lives of any young people anything which makes for manhood and womanhood has been a joy. That I have found the alumni of Fisk so ready to believe in and trust one whom they have known for so brief a period has been an inspiration. It has been moreover a delight to have found in the heads of other schools for the Negro such companionable and co-operative fellow-workers. "I trust that the future will show harvests for my sowing beside all waters, that the donors who have made my administration possible will continue to recognize the needs of the university and those who have put our cause in their 'wills' will remain steadfast. I know that Flik University is a chosen instrument of God for the advancement of a cause dear to his heart. In his own best time and way he will enable the institution that has done so much to do more than we today can think or even imagine. "And now, Mr. Editor, please pardon one closing word! I am convinced that the trustees acted wisely under the circumstances in accepting my resignation, and personally I am very grateful for the very appreciative resolutions which they have placed on record and which I would send you for publication had I not already trespassed too greatly upon your space. Fisk University was never so strong as it is today. The debt to which I have referred is insignificant in comparison with its uninumbered assets. A new man who can find a new constituency to add to that which I have secured will be able to match with increased financial ability the inevitable growth of the greatest school of its kind on the planet. "Faithfully yours, "J. G. MERRILL." LECTURER OF CALANTHEANS Is Entertained by Vendetta Court and Gives Enjoyable Talk. Parkersburg, July 25.—Miss Lola M. Lavender, Grand Lecturer of O. O. C., made her official visit to Vendetta Court, No. 5, O. O. C., last Thursday evening. The Court was out in full, and the meeting was a delightful and profit- able one. The committee on arrangements had decorated the hall in the colors of the order, and had prepared a repast which was delectable in every appointment, and was heartily enjoyed by all. The address of the Grand Lecturer was a masterful one and proved beyond a doubt the wisdom of the Grand Court in the selection of Miss Lavender as this important officer. Her instruction meeting was highly entertaining, as well as profitable, and was well received and much appreciated by the members of the Court. She left, Friday, for Clarksburg, where she will close her tour and return to her home in Montgomery to take a much needed rest before the Grand Court session in Huntington, which convenes August 4th. Mrs. R. J. Jones, accompanied by her little daughter Helen, and her sisters, Misses Julia Brooks and Anna Jones, spent Thursday at Institute, guests of Mrs. J. McHenry Jones Miss Ollie Watkins, of Maiden, was in the city this week. Republican Candidate's Speech Was a Broad Game • Comfort to All Classes, Particularly the Nergy Waldron's Organization Absolutely Unfounded Denied That There is Dissatisfaction Among crats to Make Desperate Effort to Capture Beh the Brains Behind the Scheme. Washington, July 30.—The political situation is so shaping itself that it is reasonable to believe that by the middle of August the campaign may be said to be "wide open." The selection of Frank H. Hitchcock as chairman of the republican national committee, is satisfactory to every member of the party, white and black, whose opinion is worth while, and under his sagacious, cool-headed and inspiring leadership, a united front will be presented to the enemy on every battle ground. Judge Taft's speech of acceptance was a broad-gauged utterance and the keynote he sounded the other day at Cincinnati gave comfort to all classes of people between the oceans, and the Negro is particularly pleased with the firm and unequivocal stand the nominee has taken with reference to the enforcement of all laws that make for the civil and political equality of American citizens everywhere beneath our flag. The genial Otto omitted nothing that would be likely to place him fairly, and squarely before the sovereign voters, and his frank and engaging discussion of the issues—his advocacy of the policies that guarantee the maintenance of the republic along right lines and a progressive development founded on bed-rock principles—leave no doubt in the minds of those who have read his address, that he will make just the kid of a chief executive that the American people want in the White House. Judie Taft has given simple evidence that he is a man of force, who can be the acme of kindness when diplomacy and tact are the best agencies in welding men together or in adjusting difficult problems, yet a martinet for discipline in the affair of state or in insisting upon a decent respect for the provisions of the constitution and the laws of the land. He will grow as the ideas of November approach, and Expert Forecaster Groseynor is conservatism personified when he places the Taft electoral vote at the 300 mark. He will get many more than that, after the campaign of education has done its informing work. It is not denied that the republicans will be called upon to take serious note of the alleged dissatisfaction existing among the colored voters in many quarters, where sensational agitators have sown the seeds of dissension with more or less adroitness, and where the party's sins of omission have been industriously exploited by persons gifted with strong lungs and admantine nerve. Notwithstanding the refusal of the Denver convention to mention the Negro in the democratic platform, it is quite evident that the Bryanites intend to make a determined effort to capture a goodly slice of the colored vote in such states as Ohio, Indiana, West Virginia, Kentucky, Illinois and probably Iowa and Maryland. The bait is to be dangled out quietly, it is said, so as not to alarm the Bourbon South, which, as Vardman man declares, would rather go down in defeat than to win with the Negro recognized as a political factor. But Mr. Bryan wants to win. He doesn't want to go down to defeat again, and will make to make a compromise to his cause. Although the "peaceless" Nebraskaan has entered an empathetic dialect that he promised Bishop Walters any concessions on the Brownville matter, in the event of his election, and swears there is no truth in the report that he would divide the patronage with the Negro in exchange for support at the polls, there is said to be in the hands of more than one colored "independent" today, letters from Mr. Bryan, in which he gives confidential assurance talt he means to "tote squar" with the elements that contribute to his election, and offers practical suggestions as to how his interests may best be promoted in the pivotal states where the Negro vote is potent. Until it is proven that no such letters have been sent out from Lincoln, the jokers who have been electing Bishop Walters to a life membership in the "Ananas Club." may be willing to give the eminent prelate the benefit of the doubt touching the authenticity of that much-mooted interview. Tom Watson wants to know what Bryan really did say to give his colored guests such complete satisfaction, and has worked himself up to such a fit over it that he avers that his intends to smoke Bryan out yet as to his at- Some virislimitude is given to the "otherwise bald and unconvincing narrative" by the exposure of an alleged program outlined by one Don C. Farnsworth, a Chicago banker, to "gumshoe", after the Negro voter armed with what the relators term "peculiar facilities" for reaching the colored brother—presumably a healthy sized "roll" of greenbacks. From this and another well known source—in and about New York City—the phantom Negro-American political alliance is the Rev. J. Milton Waldron, who in a political sermon at the Shiloh Baptist church that Sunday night delivered some stupendous claims touching the work of the "organization" purposes to do between now and November to defeat Judge Taft, and insure fair play for the race and relief from proscriptive laws by electing Mr. Bryan. The Washington Herald, which loves to refer to the Negro voters of the country as "Cuffy", is said to be in a scheme to magnify the importance of the Waldron propaganda. A start was made the other day, when in a column of paid advertising, the absurd claim was made that this "alliance had 700,000 Negro voters on its rolls. Ho wBrother Waldron obtained all these "members", is not revealed, nor are their whereabouts definitely chronicleled. Apparently no note is taken of the amount of time it would take to make a tabulated list of the tremendous following and keep track of their postboxes addresses, so as to notify them of the progress of the organization and collect dues, etc. Such small items as the cost of printing circulars, clock hire, office rent, postage and summer expenses incidental to the work described, seem to be dismissed with a wave of the hand. Just how Brother Waldron has gotten this multitudinous aggregation together in the six weeks that have elapsed since the Chicago convention, and how he has managed to marshal' them in battle array almost over night, with full knowledge of their feelings and intentions, are some of the circumstances connected—with the matter that seem too trivial for him to explain to the palpitating public. As ciphers are nothing anyway, it may be that the clever mathematician can pretty accurately size up the real "membership" of the Negro-American political league by cutting off all of the meaningless ciphers—having it with 7 reliable, hona fido soldiers of the cross. With all dues respect for the men who are honestly opposed to the republican ticket, there is no evidence yet in sight that the Waldron "alliance" exists anywhere, save on paper and in the tentile imagination of the energetic pastor of the Shiloh Baptist church at Washington. Further suspicion that the democrats are attempting a desperate stiration with the Negroes of the north is found in the allegation that Mr. Bryan found Ollie James, of Kentucky, unavailable for national chairman, because of his espousal of Negro disfranchisement in his state, and therefore could not be used to lure the black man into the democratic camp. Norman E. Mack is said to have been favored because he is tagged "all right" with the Negro voters, having urged the division program since 1884, and worked "cheek by jowl" with Matthews, Taylor, Hill Turner, Fortune, Ross, Antwoold Manning and Clark, away back when the Cleveland-Whitney-Manning democracy was in flower. It is also asserted that Tom Taggart in the "brains" behind the whole Farmworth-Mack-Bryan hunt for the Negro vote, as his strength with the colored race in Indiana is regarded as invincible. No one denies that the name of "Taggart" is one to conjure with among the Negroes of Indiana, and stranger things have happened that it was upon his word that so could carry the state through his colored friends that Mr. Bryan presented to give the "confidential assurance" to the followers of Hinds Walters and turned to John W. Korn for the vice presidency. Whether there is any truth in these representations or not, the story is a guilty one, and is a pointer that the more GREAT SHOE SALE NOW IN FULL BLAST AT BELL SHOE CO. 708 Kanawha St. Misses Eva Taylor and Stella Powell last Monday morning for Buckhannon, W. Va., where they will spend a week with a camping party. Neal Burless is very ill at the home of his brother, Chas. Burless, on Elm street. We hope for his speedy recovery. Quite a few people attended the picnic at Parkersburg, Thursday. C. T. Robinson was a visitor in Marietta, Thursday. E. W. Jones will leave for Pittsburg and points in Pennsylvania, Saturday night, to be gone about ten days. Mrs. Davis, of Buckhannon, W. Va., is in the city, guest of Mrs. Lewis Black. Belpire is rapidly developing an exceedingly large number of baseball fans. The Twilight League attracts large crowds and some good games are witnessed. The "Cranks" are good rooters, and the colored boys receive much applause. Lewis Black will leave for Pittsburg, Saturday night. The Colored Republican Club held an interesting meeting. Thursday night, at the A. M. E. church. One of the leading society events of the season was given, Wednesday evening, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. S. M. Taylor, by the International and Protective Order of Freaks, Skidoo Bunch, No. 25, of Parkersburg. The Freaks assembled at 8 p. m., and marched to the scene of the social event. The lodge, as usual, was headed by Sergeant-at-Arms R. L. Brown. Arriving at the designated place, the club carried out the usual form of service. This was led by Main Freak E. W. Jones and Freak Writer C. T. Robinson. The special social session was then declared open to the guests. The punch bowl was presided over by Miss Rheta Green, of Charleston. The bowl was stationed under a huge Japanese lantern in the center of the lawn, where the large bowl and the little lady who presided made a most beautiful appearance. Numerous outdoor games were indulged in. After which the guests adjourned to Mr. and Mrs. Taylor's parlor, where Mrs. Jas. H. Hayes rendered some beautiful selections on the piano. The guests were then invited to the dining room, where a delicious lunch was served. Some one played "Home, Sweet Home," and the guests immediately began to leave. Th out of town guests were as follows: Misses Stella Powell, of Rochester, N. Y.; Mary Masters, Delaware, O.; Florence Hamilton and Mabel Whitten, of Clucinnaht. The lawn presented a most beautiful appearance. The highly-colored lanterins shedding their glow on the soft carpet of grass made a scene which those who were present will long remember. PARKERSBURG. Miss Rosa Hill, of Zanesville, O., took the uniform examination for teachers the 23rd and 24th, at the High School building. She returned home, Saturday morning. Mrs. Pocahontas Peyton and daughter Mary returned home, Wednesday, after a pleasant three weeks' visit to relatives in Detroit, Mich. Mrs. E. V. Seams, Miss Ella Taylor, of Belpre, O., and her visitors, Miss Stella Powell, of Rochester, N. Y., and Charles Wells, returned home, Monday, after a pleasant week's outing on the banks of the Buckhannon river, near Buckhannon. Mrs. Frank Bartlett was operated upon at St. Joseph's hospital last Friday. She was doing nicely after the operation at this writing. Joseph Peters is quite indisposed at this writing. Dr. J. W. Shellcroft was appointed by Gov. Wm. M. O. Dawson last week as a delegate from West Virginia to the International Congress on Tuberculosis, which convenes in Washington, D. C., September 26th, ad lasts until some time in October. Presiding Elder G. E. Curry, of M. E. church, arrived in the city, Saturday, to conduct quarterly meeting, L. O. Wilson arrived, Monday, from having completed his tour of the state as Grand Lecturer of K. of P., and will remain in the city until the Grand Lodge session in Huntingto, August 4th. He is the guest of J. R. efferson. The Sabbath school picnic of Logan M. E. church at City Park, last Thursday, was delightful and highly appreciated and enjoyed by the children and their parents and friends. Herman Brown left Tuesday evening for Athens, O., where he will be employed for some time. Mrs. S. H. Martenia and Mrs. D. R. Curtis, of Marietta, O.; Miss M. E. Curtis, of Wilberforce, O., and Miss E. R. Douglass, of Zanesville, O., were guests of Mr. and Mrs. A. F. Harper, Saturday and Sunday of last week. Rev. W. F. Jones, of the W. M. church, returned from Pomeroy, O., the fast of last week, after a pleasant trip. The annual conference of the Wesleyan Methodist connection will convene in this city, August 26th. Henry Comedy is steadily improving. Miss Bertha Merrit, of Athena, O., was in the city last week, attending the uniform examination. Miss Bernadine Peyton was invited to dine with Mr. and Mrs. McClung, Sunday. CARBON. Mrs. Frank Johnson has been on the slick list the past week, but is in some better at this writing. A social was given at the residence of Geo. Redman last Tuesday night, in honor of Misses Lena and Ella Dickerson. Miss Ella Dickerson went to her home in Huntington, Wednesday evening. Jacob Spencer and T. G. Agnew were calling on friends at Lamont last Wednesday. W. M. and F. W. Williams spent last Thursday in Montgomery. L. C. Booker, J. W. Brown, Charles Brown and Mark Ogler, composing the string band at Lawson, were up last Thursday night to make music for the dance given at Carbon hall. C. H. Carter, Peter Wilson and Alex Howard were in Charleston last week on business. T. T. Alston left last Tuesday as delegate from our church to the association, which convened at Institute. Mrs. A. W. Alston attended the examination in Guyandotte last week. Rev. Holland afetnded the association as delegate from his church at Plymonth. Mrs. C. H. Carter left last Monday for her old home in Virginia to remain through the hot weather. Mrs. Lee Winston was visiting her mother in Charleston last week. Miss I. H. Alston, who has been on the sick list the last two weeks, does not improve. Samuel Perry and wife, of Réd Warrior, were visiting the latter's parents last week. CANTON. Miss Ida Jackson, who was a delegate to the North Ohio A. M. E. Sunday School Institute, which convened in Steubenville, July 21, returned home covered with glory, having won first prize for the best paper on "The Twenty-five Articles of Religion." St. Paul's church and Sunday school feel justly proud of her success. Miss Jackson is a graduate of the Canton High School and is a poet of much ability. She ' a conservative student of thought and a credit to our city. The Nonpareil Musical and Dramatic Society gave a reception last Monday evening, in honor of Miss Laura Grayson and Miss Edna Gordon, of the Oberlin Conservatory of Music. A fine program was rendered. After which a menu, consisting of fried spring chicken, with green peas and potato balls, slaw, ice cream, cake and coffee, was served. Miss Grayson, whose home is in Urichville, O., is a singer of more than ordinary ability; while Miss Gordon, of Springfield, Mass., is one of the most talented pianists ever heard in this section of the country. Among other visitors entertained at this reception were: Misses Hattle Houston, of Columbus, O.; Mary Croadfoot, of New York City; and Anna Fisher, of Wheeling, W. Va. Mrs. W. R. Smallwood and son, Louis, who have been spending two weeks visiting relatives and friends in Zanesville, O., Sutton and other points in West Virginia, returned home last Sunday evening. 'The many friends of Mrs. Smallwood are pleased to know that she has returned safe and sound from a most pleasant visit. Mrs. Lottie Haith will soon leave Zanesville for a visit to friends and relatives in Hamilton, Ohio; Rev. H. F. Fox delivered two good sermons Sunday. Oscar Winters, of Wheeling, W. Va., visited his cousin, Rev. J. W. Leggins. Rev. G. W. Woodby, sent out by the national headquarters of the prohibitionists, spoke here. Mr. and Mrs. Frank D. Smith and their daughter, Helen, in company with Mrs. Neal Allen, spent Sunday in the city. A supper was given at C. H. Harris' July 24, in honor of Mrs. Harris' sister. Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Payne are here working in the interest of Wm. McKinley N. & B. B. School, of Alexandria, Mrs. Va. Jennie Givens and Mrs. M. E. Fields attended the W. M. M. Society at Mt. Vernon the past week, and are now visiting in Columbus, O., the guests of Mrs. Alonzo Delea of N. Jefferson avenue. HUNTINGTON. Miss Elmira Riddle left Friday evening for her home in Buckingham county, Va. Mrs. Norrell, of Richmond, Va., is the guest of Mrs. Andrew Baker on Eleventh street. Mrs. Mary Scott and children are spending some time with her sister, Mrs. Solomon Brown, at Institute. A. S. Williams and son, of Yazoo Miss., were business visitors to our city last week. Mrs. Anna Woodson, who has been quite ill at her home on Sixth avenue, is much improved at this writing. Mrs. C. H. Payne, who has been making quite an extended visit to her sister in Gallipolis, expected home this week. Messrs. Taylor and Richardson have purchased a safe on Third ave- hue and will have one or the most cafes in the city. Everything will be served in the best of style and the most comfortable viands in season. Prok J. W. Scott leaves the last of this month for Old Pl. Comfort and other historical points in Virginia. Mrs. Johnson, mother of Chancey Johnson, won the guest of her son last week, returning to her home at Powellton, Monday. Rev. N. Barnett attended the association at Institute last week and reports a meal enjoyable as well as profitable meeting. Father Dickerson, who has been seriously ill for the past two months is able to be about again. Miss Mamie Pogue, of Ironton, was the guest of friends in our city this week. Rev. McGhee, superintendent of the orphans' home has purchased a nice home on Eighth avenue and moved his family here. Miss Lida Banks, guest of Miss Rosanma Caster, spent Tuesday in Ironton, Ohio. Mrs. McGhee, matron of the orphans' home who has been quite ill, is somewhat improved. Quite a number of people attended basket meeting at Proctorville last Sunday and report a grand time. Rapid progress is being made on the remodeling of Douglas school building and when complete will be one of the handsomest school buildings in town. Miss Lida Banks was the guest of Miss Lillie Mills at dinner last Friday. A. D. Brown and daughter, Florence, of Bluefield, are the guests of friends here until after the grand lodge meeting of K. of P.'s. Both lodges of K. of P.'s and the Courts of Calanthes, together with the citizens are making great preparations for the entertainment of the delegates and members of the grand lodge which convenes here next week COVINGTON, VA. Mrs. W. J Hackett was called home to Albermarle county, last Thursday, owing to the illness of her mother, Mrs. Holman. Up to Sunday her condition was unchanged. The Misses Bowles, Miss Julia Anderson and Prof. Thomas, of Clifton, who are in attendance upon the summer normal, spent Saturday and Sunday at their home. Mrs. Mattie McDowell, Emma McDowell and Gertrude McDowell spent Sunday at Eagle Mountains. Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Brown and children, who have been in Natural Bridge all summer, are home for a while. Miss Lacy, of Staunton, is guest this week of the Misses Mickens. Mrs. Ida Smith and Miss Alma Peters, of Staunton, are guests this week of Mrs. Lawrence Pollard, of Main street. Harvey Neusome spent a few hours with his parents, Monday. Harvey is stationed at White Sulphur this season as head bellman. The Sunday School Convention convenes here this week at the First Baptist church. Mrs. R. N. Smith is now in a convalescent state, after being ill so long. The beautiful home of Mrs. R. N. Smith, which has been undergoing repairs this spring, is near completion. Miss Florence Mitchell left Thursday morning for a visit to her aunt at Bluefield. Miss Luvenia Biby accompanied her as far as Roanoke, where she will visit relatives. Mrs. Howard Watson, of Charlottesville, is guest of her relatives, Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Watson. Miss Annie Brown is spending some time with her sister, Mrs. Waddy Smith, of Buchanan. Miss Jennie Perrin visited Lewisburg and Ronceverte, where she delivered her famous lecture. Miss Perrin is making a crusade against the use of butter, potatoes and cabbage. Mrs. Rebecca Bland will leave this week for Columbus, O., where she will make her future home. The ladies of the town tendered the teachers of the summer normal a delightful reception last night at the residence of Mrs. Johnson. The veranda was artistically decorated with Japanese lanterns and on one end was the cozy corner. A spley program was rendered, after which a delightful supper was served. Those who attended the reception, Saturday evening, were: Misses DeeLiah White, Lynchburg; Bertha Lewis and Lacy, of Staunton; Alma Liggons, Iron Gate; Mamie Loving, Iron Gate; Helen Johnson; Staunton; Lewis, Harrisonburg; M. E. Edwards, Rosa Mickens, Martha Hall, Tina Williams, Carrife Miller, Bestrée Beale, Gertrude Beale, Annie Pollard, Flossy Pollard, Obella Beale, M. L. Williams; Mary Gilliam, Lella Denson; Messars, G. G. Grimes, Mones Mays, James Hope, Herbert Lettwich, ajmes Hunter, Rev. Jefferson, W. J. Hackett, W. G. Watson and C. L. Hall. Robert and John Walker were called to Louisa by a message announcing the illness of their mother. PT. PLEASANT. Rev. G. P. R. Kenney preached two able sermons at the First Baptist church, Sunday. The exercises at the M. E. church by the Sunday school, Sunday afternoon, under the direction of Miss Mossella Coiston and Miss Julia Smith, were successful. Mrs. H. C. J. Glendenin and Mrs. J. F. Henderson were calling on relatives in Gallipolis last week. Mrs. Oscar Glendenin of Charleston, returned home, Saturday, after a week's visit here the guest of Miss Ida Alexander. Miss Hazel Williams, of Jackson, O., is the guest of her grandmother, Mrs. Lewis Craig. Miss Gertrude Williams, of Pittsburg, is here the guest of Miss Ida M. Craig and other relatives. Little Miss Charlotte Ridgeway, of Columbus, O., accompanied her aunt, Mrs. Susan Jordan, home and spent the last three weeks here. Her sister, Mrs. Birkhead, of Columbus spent Sunday here and accompanied Charlotte home. Wallace Smith returned home, Monday, from Red Star, where he has been the guest of his cousin, Mrs. S. A. Washington, for several weeks. Miss Katie Hawkins, of Charleston, was the guest of her father last Sunday. Mrs. E. L. Morton and little daughter Doria arrived, Saturday, from Fairmont, to be the guests of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. G. H. Lodge. A. H. Williams, of Morgantown, will arrive here this week for a few days' visit and then accompany his wife and children home. Rev. Liggins, of Huntington, preached here, Sunday, at the camp meeting. Mrs. A. H. Williams and Mrs. W. L. Clendenin accompanied Miss Florence Cobb, Miss Charlotte Ridgeway and Mrs. Birkhead as far as Gallipolis, Sunday. Those who attended the ball game in Gallipolls, Sunday, were James, Clyde and Russell Colston, Joe Jordan, Joe Alexander, Carter Lincoln, and C. C. Settles. Mrs. Maggle Jordan is the guest of her sister in Gallipolls. ST. ALBANS. Miss H. A. Wilson was visiting in Charleston, Saturday. Miss Ruby Carr, who has been spending some time, in Charleston, returned home, Saturday. Miss Bessie I. Hleks, of a Brboursville, is visiting her sister, Mrs. Scott. Master Cecil Scott returned home, Saturday, after a three weeks' visit to his grand parents at Barboursville. Miss Martha G. Washington returned Saturday, from turned, Saturday, from Charleston. A party of young people left, Tuesday, for up Coal river on a fishing party. Those comprising the party were: Misses Rhoda and Virginia Wilson, Georgia Banks, Bessie Hicks, Ella Spurlock and Martha Washington, M. N. Hicks, Harry R. Erskine, Lewis Spurlock and Floyd W. Waddy, jr. Ed Straughter, who has been quite sick for some time, is able to be out. Miss Amanda Parkins, of Charleston, is visiting Miss Carrie Gordon. Miss Lola M. Lavender, the Grand Lecturer for the Courts, lectured here last Monday night. While in town, Miss Lavender was the guest of Miss Georgia Banks. Miss Fortuer, of Holden, is visiting Miss Eva Minters. Quite a number of persons from here attended the association at Institute last Friday. Miss Mabel Scott has been elected teacher for the St. Albany school. LONDON-HUGHESTON Salome Court, No. 36, held its anniversary services, Sunday. Rev. D. D. Davis preached the sermon, and took for his text, Psalm 46: 4. Subject, "My mission in the world." A collection of $6 was lifted for the benefit of the work. At the close of the services a marriage ceremony was solemnized. The contracting parties were Mr. James Fry, of Morris Creek, and Miss Nannle Rucker. Willis Franklin acted as best man and Miss Nannle Arthur bridesmald; little Misses Nannle and Gacle Tucker, flower girls. The bridal party, with a few friends, returned to the home of the bride, where an excellent dinner was served. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. PhH Parks, Mr. and Mrs. James Hargrove, Mrs. IdA Brown, Mrs. Victoria Burk, Mrs. Neola Preston, Mrs. Pearl Smith Woods, Miss Clara M. Blainey, Ed. Allen, University Whitlow, Robert Arthur, William Hargrove, and Mr. Pool, of Harris Creek. The Wontahs Improvement League will meet with Mrs. M. E. Graves, Thursday. Solomon Carter, of Loop Creek, is here visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Carter. John Hargrove, of Charleston, was in our town, Sunday. Willis Franklin was a business visitor at Paint Creek, Monday. Miss Viola F. Smith, of Handley, was here, Sunday, calling on friends. Mrs. Addle James spent Saturday and Sunday in Charleston, the guest of Miss Julia Brown. Charleston, Sunday. Mr. Bates, of Ward, attended the services, Sunday. Mrs. Jane Smith / went to Cedar Grove, Sunday, to attend the funeral of Walter Jones. Miss Mary E. Anderson returned home from Charleston, Monday. CARD OF THANKS We wish to express our thanks to the many friends who gave us sympathy, comfort and assistance during the dark hours of sorrow caused by the death of our son. B. Shore has entered suit in the law division of the circuit court against the Clark Liquor Company, the damages being placed at $1,600. STORER COLLEGE Harper's Ferry. West Va. STORER COLLEGE Harper's Ferry. West Va. Academic, State Normal, Biblical, Vocal and Instrumental Music, Carpentry, Blacksmithing, Practical Gardening and Husbandry, Cookery, Serving and Dressmaking Equipment Ample Buildings, Beautiful Campus, Laboratory, Telescope, Libraries of over 6900 volumes, Commissions Barn, Magery, Honeary, Dairy, several acres of of ga dory, Cold Frames and Hot Beds. Expenses Books, Room Rent and Tuition free to West Virginians. No necessary Expense not over $6.50 per month to State students Special Features Eight valuable scholarships and six prizes, awarded annually. Athletics, Band, Literary Societies, Nequest Lectures and Entertainment, Musical Clubs. Y. M. C. A. ARE YOU A K.0FP.? IF NOT WHY NOT? Do you not know that the Knights of Pythias is the strongest and most progressive order of the age? The four departments of the order are as follows: SUBORDINATE LODGE In this the members are united to care for and protect each other's interest as well as sickness and distress. UNIFORM RANK In this depo young men are military educl they can get way, thus m better and citizens. In this department our young men are receiving a military education which they can get in no other way, thus making them better and more useful citizens. LADIES' GOURT In this the widows, dat sisters of Knit ited for the poses of life. In this the wives, mothers, widows, daughters and sisters of Knights are united for the common purposes of life. ENDOWMENT In this depart paying out In this department we are paying out thousands of dollars annually to the widows and heirs of deceased Knights. If there is no lodge in your locality, confer with the Deputy Grand Chancellor of your District or write W. J. Thompson harleston, W. Va., for terms upon which to organize lodges Exceptional Offering. > >| Swell Suits x e : yf Y _for Young Men fie “ er $12.50. : $13.50 $15 Schwabe & May For Better Clothes,” Sep WindowiDisplay. | FRUITS, CANDIES ICE CREAM : Families Furnished with Ice. Cream. -Orders’ for ship- ment solicived. © re : < Wemake prompt delivery of Cream and Ices for Sun- day order's. ~ | Exceptional 0 I. cd oe | $12.50. ‘$1 (Selhwal a “For Better Clothes.” Realizing the demand among the ‘Negro people for am educated minis- try, the Tupizegeo Notmal and Indus- “trial Ingtitute conducts in connection with Its other departments a - Bible Training School. ‘The courses of atudy are so: arranged that, not only ministers and licentiates may be ben- efited, but those who desire to do *better. missionary wark or become tn- telligent Sunday ‘school teachers, % The.chiet alm of the Bible ‘Train- tig School is to afford a comprehen- ‘alve knowledge of the English Bible ‘au to Implant in the hearts of those “who attend an anibition to dedicate “thelr ‘lives to the elevation and Chris- ftianization..of their people. - Dally Soupptemertiry exercises -désigned to Joa habits of sobriety, cleanliness, GewiWarity. and accurtty are provid- vedi: ‘The teaching 1s wholly unde- snoniinational, the intention being not ‘to oppose or antagonize any theolo- ‘gic&l work being done elsewhere, but Anstead, to assist-all denominations. « During the past year, the enroll- ‘ment In the Bible Training School has eon satistuctory, but the oppor- ‘thojty'te now provided for a constd- erably larger number. “' Phe teaching 1s free. ‘The cost of ‘board,' including furnished room, Mgnt, fuel, laundering, ete., is $8.50 iper month. ‘The, entrance fee te $7, :to*be paid in cath by each student _gihon he registérs, Students will be ‘given’ the opyertunity to work out much of the Riso, 4n ‘some cases all ‘pt lt.- Lack of means should not keer ‘gay one from. entering the Bible Bohool. If the students not irate of work and study, he will’ succaeed. For further information, address * “BOOKER '. WASHINGTON, * «Principal, te ‘Tuskegee Institute, Ala ‘6-25-12. A “GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUNG MEN.WHO DESIRE AN AGRICULTURAL EDUCA- TION. Many of the young ten who have finished the courses In agriculture at, the Tuskegee Institute are command- ing’ salaries ranging from $50 to $100-per month.: The graduates of We have anew line of} a STAND ‘LAMPS . Come in and | look them over COFFEY ' Plumbing Co. Quarrier St., near Capitol ‘ Soabeepesoooosooes this department of the school are successfully employed as instructors, or as managers of important. agri. cultural operations. ‘The school has ‘an agricultural faculty of-20 instruc. tors; men who'have recelved _thel training in the’ best rgricultural schools of the country. ey ‘ Young colored men and women ‘who desire to take courses in prac: tical and scientific agrieulture are now offered the best ‘opportunity. tc ‘pursue such courses in gne of the largest and best equipped schools for ‘practical and gefentifie agriculture te be found in the fouth. ‘The follow: Ing courses are offered: Dairying, thteo! years course. Dairy Husbandry, two years course Swine Ralsigg, two years course, Beet Raising, three years course, Blaughtering: two years course. Fruit Raising, two years’ course. General Farming, two ~ years course. ‘Truck Gardening, two vears course Care and Management ,of Cattle and Stock, two years course, .° Poultry Raising, two years course In addition there 16 a special Pos! Graduate course of or two years pro. vided: for graduates of highschool: and colleges. We are especially anx fous to, have a large number of agri cultural students who have finished ‘high school or college courses. An; young man who is ambitious. enougt to finish any of the courses abov mentioned can readily, secure imme diae employment at good salaries. Opportunities are now open to 60 young men and women who may wish to.take any of the above courses 0 instruction... Tho cost. of “board ° i $8.50 Spersindhthy otto! tndebe for In feteastlon.T og OS me For further information, addres BOOKER T. WASHINGTON, Principal, ‘Tuskegee Institute, Ale 6-25-12t NOTICE 10 STOCKHOLDERS. Notice {s hereby given that the:an- nual meeting of the stockhojders of the Pythian Mutual Investment Ageo- clation,-a corporation jorganized and doing. ‘business under’ the Hews Wost ‘Virginia, will be held the 6th day of August, A. D. 1908,, at 2 o'clock p. th., of that day, in the large hall room in tHat certain ‘building Owned by sald Association, situate in the elty of Huntington, county, of Ca- bell, state of West Virginia, for tho Purpose of electing directors for ‘satg Association pursuant to its by-laws, and for the transaction of euch other business as-may lawfully come before sald meeting. . Given under my hand this 02% day of June, A. D. 1908. W. J. THOMPSON, Pres, Tt Save up for the Institute City Lot Sale, July 23, BEST FOR THE ._, BOWELS Iezontaren'rdeun hati meromgt othe bepeh Sud a Gc fore trie etgeet oothenaaate Pins etanatenen the Prices irra (@) catiartio “ Pode Alin agg Nn ie . Neliteermae EAT (EW LIKE CANDY Fipaant, Falaaelaa rates ANS ood, Dp Good, Never Stcken, Weaken OF Oripe: 10,23 and Brome per vo Lares ors seas eee s ae rs) String Remedy Company, Chicago or How Yar KEEP YOUR BLOOD CLEAN J ee es wy ERAS a HE IS DPROSED; CLEMENT GIY®S 1S HIEASONS, : Silence on Brownsyille Question ‘and Alleged Endorsement of 'Disfran« chisement Laws Puts War Secre- tary in Bad With Editor, {communication printed on” the edito- Mat page of the Observer, George £ Clement, editor of the Star of Zion, explains why, «in his opinion, the blacks are gpposed to Taft as pres!- dent, His lettor follows; ~ There are, doubtiess, many who wonder why the dishonorable dis- charge of the. three companies of No; gro soldiers so universally and btt- terly affronted our people. ‘The an- awer is easy., ‘Tho. record of the black soldiers in 100 Indian, battles on western fields; at Sai Juan and La Quasima’ and im the Paitiopines was tho.one green spot; the one pMice- ‘less oasts In-all the desert of yecent race conditions which touched, most intensely the patriotism of/the Ne- gro. . ‘To have™this record shattered by one blow without due process of law, and to have our honored soldiers dis- graced before thelr alleged crime Was proven, was more than we could stand. It pricked us to the quick, and _we-will be a long time recover- Ing from the shock. ‘The Negroes were not prepared for the absolute disergard of the rules of evidenee, and the bias which con- demned, at least, 150 innocent men, with a few (not more than a dozen, possibly) guilty. | Roosevelt Not Expected to. Apolo- glzo: We know that Mr. Roosevelt, hav- ing once taken a position, however impulsive and arbitrary, would not retreat. « He dogs not acknowledge wrong however clilpable his action in the light of subsequent developments. ‘That the parties’ here concerned were Negroes is {mmatrial in this respect. When Archbishop Ireland: one of -the greatest Americans, plainly contra- dicted our honorable. president and proved him mistaken, there was no retraction; hence, we expected noth- Ing favorable from. Mr. Roosevelt, al- though his attitude was unreasona: ble and unfair toward a great major- ity of the dismissed soldiers. But.we are shocked when he class- ed them all with the arch assasatns, Guiteau and Czotgosz, and declared that even if congress voted thelr re- instatement he would refuse to or- der, it. ‘That settled it; so far as Mr. Roosevelt and the Negroes Were con- cerned. It was then that an exasperated and: insulted race, through accredit ed leadérship, asked Mr. Taft {f he | were made president. would "he be willing to reinstate the’ discharged soldiers in accordanee with congres. sional findings and recommendation? Thus far he has refused. to andwer ‘Then, this same rate leadersh'y turned to Mr. Bryan with the same question and his reported answer {s | that he would carry out the Jaw-an¢ | do his duty as president or else re | sign. ~ < | "Taft Avproved Suffrage Steal: | There Is yet a deeper and mor {widespread resentment against Mr | Tatt, which makes it Impossible fo ,| self-respecting Negroes to vote foi {him, ‘This {8 his postion in refer jjence to the disfranchisement of th | black voter, as he expressod it al | Greensboro, N. C., several ‘month s} ago. aioe raft, Plainly condoned the ac -|tion of the southern states in th 1} Presence of a “illy-white” republicat audienee. We shall not enter int jthe merits of the disfranchisin, laws, with their grandfather claus es, ole., but we shall attempt to stats why we repudiate Mr. Taft's candi dacy upon the grounds above men tioned. (| He it.remembered that the hast; enfranchisement of the Negro wa used to serve partisan republican in ‘|terests. It was a political act by a1 all-powerful political organizattor | for partisan intérest, primarily, an the Interest of the Negro, secondart ly. Be it further remembered — tha whatever value arose from the Negri vote accrued to the republican parts and served especially to furnieh off ces and feather tho nest of the south ern white republican politicians, The vory men to whom Mr. Tatt wa: |speaking have been the recipients 0 whatever benefits were obtainabl through the Negra votes. One prom. Inent gentleman owed his seat In the United States senate to the Negri vote. Others were judges, congress men, governors, members of the state legislature, etc., by this samo vote. Negro Used While Useful. Mr. “Taft's party oyred it to itself! to be at least consistent, if hot grate: ful. As the preaumptive nominee of that party for the nation’s greatest office, Mr. Taft should hava been true to the traditions and obligations of ‘TorBets ‘Were’ reg andi that eat tials and brave Suter were dekE LY OT. Prete aa Ma ri ask id-osuilt bein: Ken anid. with no, special plead- tng. yAG@hleago we watited a cool, sontee tara unblased *hOminee, We: woitld have cordially supported Benator “hax, Vico Prai ieai aie Danks or Governor Hughes? not be. jeause' of'gay-sbocial pro-Newro predt- lectlonia \64Pher had shown, but be- cause’ we: believed them anprejudiced and fatty; fad that they would troat Us aq meh HORM citizens. No more we auk) -andcngnless: will satisfy us, “Minahyy Why shouldn't ‘the Negro vote for Mir’ Bryan and/why’ should be ‘vepsareg for turning toward the demooratiy: garty? > “Mr ies is a Christian gentle. mam of the'bighest type; a brave and outepoken ‘#tatesman, ‘whoue: Integr! ty:has" never been questtgped. © - “The: Negroes who are now voting ere nelle, tenorant, atiittléss ¥ort ‘some may! gem’ them... Ib shduld’ be noted thatthey are intelligent,” and thousands ‘ot thom’ educated, “Phy study the #élf-same text books of po- Mtloat eoohdmy, they read the same newspapera’.'and “magazines, they breathe th¢"same atmosphere .and speak thd Saltic language” Why, then, eae entertain’ the same opintonsupdn matters political, viz., the’tariff, state's rights, government ownership of public utilitiés, rela. tons “of labor and-capital, ete., etc. “Why should the northern Negro: Atherican: ‘differ in this’ particular from the nokthern Irsh-Arerieait or German-Arberican, “Yes, at Inst, the Negré has learn- ed to took out for himself, and in the campalgit d£°1908 he will be found supporting the man and“ thé party that offer fost to hit. “Who will call him foolish for thus doing; and who can’ afford to"deny tlm’ ‘this right? If free America there should not be one.'? ‘MT. OLIVET Bich te ' BAPTISE “ASSOCIATION ‘HOLDS SUOOCHREFUL MEETING. Prominent, Ministers and’ Laymen of _ the Connection Meet In 34th An- ual Session and Hear Interesting ‘Discussions, Institute, July 25—The Mount Olivet Bani Association met in its 34th annual’ session hgre, with. the Samaritan Baptlst church ‘this week. . The morning session of the first day opened With devotional exércises. followed by’ “the appointments. of eommittesi, “2 At 11, Rev. Nélson Barnett, whe preached the Introductive sermon, was presented by the moderator. The speaker used for his zubfect, “Phe Able Mipister.’ Rey. Barnett acquitted himself with credit, ‘The afternoon session opened with devotional exerlesés, Corresponding messengers _ and ‘Visitors were then introduced. , At ter which the subject, “How can our young people be better used in the church,” was discussed by Prof, Wil- liam Davis, of ‘Charlostow, Prof. Pril. lerman, of Institute, and others. The association convoned at 8 in its evening session, and the welcom address was delivered by Rev. E. C Page and responded to by Rev. 1. V. Bryant, of Huntington. Rev. 8. E. Williams, of Bagle, wa then introduced and preached an eble sermon, At 11 o'clock on the morning o: the second-day, the usual routine of business having, been finished, Rev 8. A. Thurston, of the 16th ‘street Baptist church, of Huntington Preached an able sermon. Rev ‘Thurston is one, of the youngest min. isters of the state and bids fair t be one of our great lights. ‘in the afternoon, delegates _ané visitors assembled In Hazlewood hall and from there tothe land sale which was being conducted by the promoters of Institute City. ‘Th agent, In the presence of a large anc cheerful crowd, donated to the Negrc Baptists « beautiful chureh lot. The company agrees to donate same tc any church whose members shal Durchaso 40 lots, At 8 o'clock, Mes Nannle H. Bur- Troughs was mtrodueed to a large au dience by Prof. B. Prillerman. Mis: Burrougs spoke for an hour and a half. Her fublest was “My mission in the world.” Alt who heard the ad- dregs concede It to be & mtsterpieg of feminine oratory, A collection of fifteen dollars was taken for Miss Burrougs, to be ap: plied on foreign ‘misstons, Rey. ©. N. Harris delivered an ex- cellent sermon at 10/45 of the third. At 3:45 Rev. BR. Bullock preach. ed on baptism. Prof. Willlam Davis, of Charles: ton, was one of the olegaios deserv. {ng special mention for tis service to the association," Rey. D. Stratton was re-elected ‘moderator; Rev. N. Barnett, — vice Moderator; Prof. B, Prillerman, sec. retary; Mrs, Lucinda Pleasant, ae. sistant secretary; Rev. I. V. Bryant and Rev. D. D. Davia wore re-elected mombors of the executive board; cor responding messengers, | Woman's Conyention, Mrg. Entice Brown; Sun- day school Convetitfon, Miss imma L. Meadows; New Riyer Valley Bap. Uist Association, Migs Gertrude Par- rish; Baptist State Convehtion, Prof. B. Priflerman A discussion om tempétance by Rev. D. Stratton was! Gongeded to be one of the abtest emarte 0 One of the ablest eWtarta ot the ‘asvo- on? ee ee TQ WHITE PRINCIPAL IN NEGRO SCHOOL, oe Lynchburg Negroes Declare Appont- “tent of White Woman to Succeed * Colored Woumm Is a BackWward Step: and Ask Reconsider- adiee Lynchburg, Va., July 22.—Because| the school board’ of Lynchburg ap-| pointed @ woman principal of Paynes school, thy, largest shook here, in the piace of ne of thelr race, tho: Ne, groes of this city,are very much or ercised. They are holding mass meetings and dolag ail in their power to make the school board roplace ‘the white prinelpal with a Negro. ‘ Meetings have been held at the ‘Diamond -Hill Baptist church under the auspices pf the Civic and Educa- Sonal League of Lynchburg at which fofclble speeéhes were adopted to push the matter until the Negro citi zens of this elty recelve proper con: sideration. - Prof. George Stephens, Prof. T. P. Smith, Drs. D. W. Shaw, ‘Tyrell and Robert W. Goff have been appointed & committee to arrange the course to Dursue. While the league does not ques- tion the right of the school board: to make changes when necessary for the good of the system it resents the ap- polnting of a white princtpal in the place of a colored teacher. Paynes school contains 12 rooms and all the’ teachers are colored. Miss Legrand was appointed to fit the place of Miss Smith who has been offered a lower position. z Under the heading. “A Step Back- ward,” the ‘Lynchburg American ‘Trumpet’ recently sald: “Proud old. Lynchburg, at one time the most Iberal city of the ‘south toward the Negro, has taken a step backward. ‘The school board has appointed a white lady principal ‘of the Jargest colored school in the city. The former principal was one of the oldest and best teachers.in the south—she was a coldred woman— She was removed and offered another place in the: system. “We, do not mean to say that the school 'board did not think it was best to make a change, but we do mean to question theif motives. in Placing a white principal over that School. If in thélr judgment a change of principal would be best for all concerned, why is {t that they did not put a colored man at the head of tho school? Many of us have been tell- ing our folks that the southern white man Wai our best friend, and in the face of our effort to bring about a better fecling between the racem, we are \constantiy ‘reminded that ‘there 4s a Negro problem, a “We ask for colored teachers to teach Negro children, — It is our-prlv. Mleige to have them. When we had no Negroes capable of ‘teaching our ehil- dren, weconsldered ft a:great thing for the whites to condescend and as- sist in elevating us; now we have graduates whom these white teach: ers sald were competent, then, why Rot let them teach? If we asked for a ‘Negro to be placed in the fire department, the answer would have been:' ‘It looks too much Ike so: fetal equality, and this ‘s a’ white man’s job.’ If we had asked ‘for a Negro on the police force,’ they would have said that it would cause trouble, as white law breakers would object to being arrested by a ‘Nig. ger.’ If we had asked for a Negro al- |derman or counetiman, we would | havebeen.quickly informed taht it fs agamst southern democracy to have Negroes in the government of {ts mu- nilepal affairs, - “The positionyof a school teacher ]8 ono‘ot less pay than any other pub. ie servant—and now, they ‘are tak. ing that away from us—ts there any. thing like right and justice in this’ ] Who will wonder why the Negro ts 80 resentful In the south? He ts -be ing hounded and crowded out even Jamoug his own people. ‘There: are now five’ white teachers in tho col. } Fed schools of this city; these Mtl Jobs ought to be hel by Nogroes. I Taco separation ts a good thing, why Jmot have it in the school house: at well as on street cars, The very ]Presence of a white mistress at the Paynes bullding tn a reflection. upon those colored ladies who now ‘teach there—it says to the world that they and thelr Negro principal could not do a8 much toward the proper train. ing of young Negroes as one white ‘These teachers were Mrs, Smith's so. clal equal and enjoyede« degreo of Soclal contact, which ts now Imposst- ble. But why did the board not give us a Negro principal? Out of that number of teachers that have been teaching for more than 20 years, were there none found worthy? “It is in the white man’s power to help us; it ts his duty to furnish money fo educate us. We have 250 years to our credit, from which we have not received one cent.” And tae amount of taxes we pay on our own chation, Rev. I. V. Bryant closed the aaso- elation with a sermon on predestina. tion. The speaker, In his able treat. ment of the subject, cast I'ght on feveral preplexing questions, ‘The meeting of the association next year will be held at Cedar Grove with Rey. D. D. Davis’ church. Ae ae Ras is sche geuninnnareeacey 4 ‘Mi DEE aa a.¢ - “re : re news eeCer ewe Perfumes, Soaps, Rubber -Goods and Drug’ andries a “We make aspecialty of ‘pre- a . .\ scriptions using. only ‘the Na ‘purest drugs : 2:0: Be We send medicine to any part of the state up % “i 4 S Fountain service “and ice cream pip ‘pared to take home, at all tide (1 > We Welcome You." 74 New Phone}1072. _ Old Phong. ail . 4 lek Corner Washington & Dickinson Streets, oe CHARLESTON - =~ 6. so WLAe | NIAGARA FALLS AND SEASE OR EXCURSIONS |) DURING JULY AND AUGUST’ 9 Via OHIO CENTRAL LINES AT LOW EXCURSION RATES | (0) For full patticulars as to dates of saley’ fates, rolmies,. limits, stopovers, etc,, call upon Agents) om WATERS OF THE KANAWHA | CLAIM A PROMISING LIFE, Roy, 17-Year-Old Son of ©. H. James Commission. Merchant, Loses “His Lite While Bathing With Youth. ful Companions. It has been muny months since the community recelved such a shock as was report’ of the drowning of Roy James, while bathing Just above the city, Saturday evening, about five o'elock. _ Roy, who was the elder son of C. H. James, the well known wholesale produce and commission merchant, in company ‘with Edward (Brother) Fulks and Ruby Moss, was learning to swim at the C. and O. transfer. Young James had contented himself with paddling near the pank~till he was loaned'd pair of ‘water wings” by Edward Fulks, With these he ventured further out into the river and was ‘apparently ‘making progress tll the wings became detached. He tried to.touch bottom, but, being un- able to do #0, became excited and called to his compantons for aid. Young Moss, although much small- ver than Roy, asi was Haward Fulks, iminediately went to his assistance, and''was grasped around the neek by the ‘drowning boy. Moss in turn selz- ed Fulks, but the last named sticceed- ed, as’ did Moss, in freeing himself. ‘The boys’ cries attracted the atten- tion of a man Who was fishing in a boat near by, | but whem he reached the scene the murky waters of’ the Kanawha had ad@éd another name to {ts all too long Ust of young lives blotted out this simmer by acctdent- al drowning. Moss and Fulks at once leaped in- to the buggy whien had carried them to the scong of-the tragedy and start ed. out wit all/possible speed for ad- ditional, aid. Whey found Arthur Jackson, T. GF Nutter and *Cubert Campbell playing tennis about four Squares below.;\ All returned to the river, into which’ Jaokson, Nutter and Campbeliplunged,- the ‘last’ named without disrobing. ‘The body was found by Nutter, on the first attempt, fastened in the mud, which was vory deep at that point, Rvery effort was made to resuscl- tate the young man, but without avail. The 20 minutes which ‘had elapsed since the waters rolled over his head the last time sufficed to ex- Uinguish the spark of life. ‘The re- mains were taken to Meads’ under- taking establishment, where they were prepared for burial. Monday afternoon, at 2 o'clock, the funeral services ‘were conducted at the First Baptst church by. the pastor, Rev. 8. .R. Bullock, assisted by Rev. J. W. Waters, of the Simp- son M. 1H. chureh, and Rev. W. K, Walker, of St. Paul A. M. B. church. Present’ were the bereaved parents, brother and two esters, Mrs. Carrio Crichiow, and husband, Dr. B. A. Crichlow, who reside at Northfork, and Miss Stella, a toacher in the city schools. who was pursuing a sutimor course at Ohio University at the time of the sad occurrence. ‘The church Was filled to its utmost capacity with friends and school and class mates of the deceased, no one of whong its sincerely regret the unttonah y tale off of a life whose future, wall ig bright. ‘There was also pi nk First Regiment K. of P. bagdy fil lost, In the passing of Roy: Jail one of Its most fasthtal ‘mamta ‘The casket was all out hldtleyge view by wealth of flowers) /amutay timonials of the high esteenn tit the deceased was_ held... alba - interment was made at Sprite: cometery, the remains, being. fei panted to their Snal reeting/ pl ee: the vand, which acted ad «emi Honor, atid all thoso able’ to ag seats in the two-score or mabed rlages. Paes: rE a NEGRO LY Vie Re FOR MS ALE oe eR ORNatOS S ress. ae Pensacola, Florida, July Sige men_were: killed: and- mime, 5 7qmmE some of the latter fatally, weal sult of @ clash between a m@bhs the sheriff. ‘The mob wag’ bent i lynching Leonard Shtawy * aa who, yesterday agaulted. @ ee man and then cut hex thrgh 209 As the result of the patties \mob overpowered “the _ Rutlion who were In the Jail gimratg criminal, and’ sucededed ta, lng the negro about midnight tase a Se Associated Press. \ aha Pensacola, July 30“ aN Davis, whose. throat -wathSeu. By negro, caunat recover.” Ai). 215 ve ae ¥; ae Absolutely «3 veka A ee us + even Free’ * too ‘Take advantage of yowe wi to this city to have You gg ‘examined by an expert iets who gete results. - Ohm We make. no ‘charge tp examination, and our palgeai lenses and fixtures are, WOR reasonable; |“ Bian se WE GRIND OURO LENSES, and jhence can i you cractly' what your pirt}aM Tap defect reayires.. "2a We have instruments foX ain examination which, Were) nisi to our special ode? and Wilt enable “us to get. remulta guaranteo satisfaction: Wii You cannot secure elsewh ae BYE EXAMINATION 8888 by oe ny re Jeweler & Mig. Opéipletty 7 Sea Cor. Vai. St. and /Acoatioys Chatteston, W. Va. THURSDAY, JULY 30, 1908. For President: WILLIAM HOWARD TAFT, of Ohio. For Vice-President: JAMES S. SHERMAN, of New York. For Congress: JOSEPH HOLT GAINES. For Governor: CHARLES W. SWISHER, of Marlon County. For Judges of Supreme Court: R. E. EROBINSON. W. N. MILLER. L. J. WILLIAMS. For Secretary of State: STUART F. REED, of Harrison County. For Auditor: JOHN SHERMAN DARST, of Jackson County. For Attorney General: WILLIAM G. CONLEY, of Preston County. For State Supt. of Schools: M. P. SHAWKEY, of Kanawha County. For Treasurer: E. L. LONG, of McDowell County. For State Senate: E. T. ENGLAND of Logan County. KANAWHA COUNTY TICKET. For House of Delegates: CHARLES W. GOOD. JOHN NUGENT. JOHN A. THAYER. SAM. C. HARLESS. M. C. COLCORD. For Clerk of County Court: L. C. MASSEY. For Clerk of Circuit Court: IRA H. MOTTESHEARD. For Prosecuting Attorney: S. B. AVIS. For Judge Intermediate Court: MENRY K. BLACK. For County Commissioners M. P. MALCOLM. A. R. SHEPARD. For Assessor: GRANT COPENHAVER. For County Surveyor: FRANK D. BARRON. Gays the Marintsburg Pioneer Press: The Charleston Advocate not long and proved its manhood. Things were hot over there, and evidently if the editor could not say what he wanted, he would not say anything, and he didn't. The paper was a rehash of the Mail's anti-Schlern. Bye Glimore, you pleased many of your admirers, who want you to get your press, etc. Not so much for the benefit of the Pioneer Press, as for the enlightenment of those upon whose intelligence we may have presumed, we wish to say that our silence in these columns prior to the convention, upon the fitness or unfitness of either of the gentlemen, who were candidates for the republican nomination for governor, did not arise from our inability to express our wants. The owners and editor of this paper had their personal preference—which, it might be said in passing coincided—as to the gubernatorial nominee and candidates for the othr state offices, but they acted with their prerogative, and, we think similarly, in not going off half-cocked and did our esteemed neighbor. The Advocate is a Negro republican newspaper. As such it is and has always been a staunch supporter of the regularly nominated candidates of the republican party. We are not at those, nor do we support those whose policy is 'rule or ruin,' neither will this paper be found in the pages of those who desert because they can not keep both feet in the mouth forever and a day. If ever the Advocate should "bolt," its opinions must be more tenable, its leaders better republicans than those outside actions are endorsed by the Pleasant Press. Who are the master minds of the crown republican party? Ogden tacher and editor of the Wheel- alignigator and Wheeling News will eighteen months ago was an a democrat as ever saw the day; Presley Morris, editor bachelor of the Parkersburg Journal, who would be revenged upon on the party for his defeat for the congressional nomination; Stallings, who was recently defeated for the senatorial nomination in his district; and C. F. Teter, who failed of the nomination for governor four years ago. Coming down to the lesser fry, there is ex-Senator Harvey Harmor another senatorial candidate, whose aspirations were checked by his constituents; George McIntosh, who has never been "straight" since another was preferred to him as internal revenue collector; and the editor of the Press, who is a republican-democrat-prohibitionist - Protestant - Catholic mugwump; who "Wires in and wires out. "And leaves the people all in doubt, "Whether the snake that made the track "Was going south or coming back." We plead guilty to the indictment that the issue referred to was a rehash of the Mall's anti-Scherism. Why not? We can not sacrifice our principles by following an aggregation to sore-head republicans and ex-democrats who bolted the convention because the majority of the state committee would not be bulldozed into seating the Hall delegation from Ohio county. We can not support a movement which threatens the supremacy of the republican party, and, thereby, jeopardizes the manhood rights of the Negro in West Virginia. MR. MITCHELL'S REPLY. Elsewhere in this issue, we print a communication "in partial reply" to what was said last week upon Mr. Mitchell's candidacy. If, as Mr. Mitchell says, the floor of the Supreme Lodge is the place and next year the time for all discussion, it is passing strange and inconsistent, to say the least, for him to be sending out letters now boosting his candidacy for the Supreme Chancellorship. Why does he not wait till he arrives at Kansas City next year to announce himself as a candidate for Supreme Chancellor? Mr. Mitchel may not, as he says, have discussed inside matters pertaining to any branch of the Order, but it strikes the writer that he has permitted others to do so. The files of the Planet are not at hand, but we have a hazy remembrance of seeing an article headed "Who is the Supreme Worthy Counsellor" in the Planet not so many months ago. In it was a thinly velled attempt to embarrass the present administration. Was that the flat-gun of the campaign, or did the articles appear with out the knowledge and consent of the editor? The Advocate has no apologies to make for the condition of 'affairs which have existed or now exist in West Virginia. True, one man he controlled here, but not to the extent of being Grand Chancellor, Grand Worthy Counsellor and Brigadier General. He was content with one office. Of course, no one denies the right of Virginia doing what it pleases, but Virginia's candidate for Supreme Chancellor must expect to have his record exposed when he gets into the limelight. There is no misinterpretation of laws nor obligations in discussing his opposition to the policies of the Order, and even if there were, he places himself in the position of Satan reproving Sin, when he mentions it, since he for four years flatly refused to obey an order of the Supreme Lodge promulgated by his superior officer, and encouraged others to do likewise. In truth, he acted as if he did not give a hoot for nor recognize any authority not emenating from 311 N. Fourth St., Richmond, Va. Certain resolutions of the supreme body were passed upon in his court, declared an constitutional and simply ignored. If, as a simple representative, he could assume such powers, is there a limit to be placed upon the authority he would usurp as head of the organization? Would he not, as Supreme Chancellor, ignore whatever law happened not to meet his approval? In giving publicity through these columns to Mr. Mitchell's record, the writer abuses no confidence, neither does he violate any obligations. Mr. Mitchell has taken no precautions other than refraining from going into the public press, to confine his sentiments either within the borders of his state nor to the members of the fraternity. Had he been as circumstance as he now asks others to be there would be no necessity now for allusions to a "steam roller"; he would not have to fall back upon his twenty-year defense of the colored people, which is extraneous to the matter under consideration. What is here said, as is true of what was said last week is without malice. Like all Pythiang who have the good of the organization at heart the writer, who is one of the humblest, is desirous of seeing the good work go on. He feels, judging Mr. Mitchell by his record, that Mr. Mitchell is not the proper man for Supreme Chancellor, and, for that reason and none other, he opposes and will continue to oppose his elevation to the exalted position. What position shall the colored voter take in the present national contest, asks the Rev. J. Milton Waldron. That's easy. Stand pat. Mr. Bryan says the Negro question is not one of the 'issues of the campaign. Mr. Vardaman, Mr. Tillman, Mr. Dixon and other leaders say they want no coloring matter in their party. Not only have no invitation been extended the colored man, but his advances have been rejected by the democratic party. So, stand pat. The thoughtful layman often wonders why the average preacher, who would not know a plainly labeled schottische if he should meet it coming down the middle of the road in the full glare of a noonday sun, spends so much time in violent denunciation of dancing, but is silent upon the infractions of the run Commandments, especially the seventh. The proposal of the Lincoln "republicans" to submit their contentions to the people, their difficulty in filling their ticket and belated claims to regularity indicate which way the wind is blowing. Even they have begun to appreciate their weakness. Bryan's scheme to capture the Negro vote commends itself to the political strategist; but how in the name of the Seven Wonders will he muzzle Tillman and Vardaman? The tragic drowning of Roy James adds pertinency to the suggestion of the Mail that steps be taken to provide safe bathing places for the boys. The Negro was about as conspicuous in the democratic state convention here this week as he was at the Bryan meeting last spring when the color line was drawn. Caleb Powers, in going on the lecture platform, takes a mean advantage of the thousands who petitioned for his pardon. BUCKHANNON. William Burley, who visited relatives in Philadelphia for the past two weeks, returned here, Monday. Miss Jeannette Powell and visitors, the Misses Black, went to Clarksburg, Friday, to visit friends. Mrs. John Walker and children left, Monday, for Rocky Mount, Va., where they will spend the rest of the summer with Mrs. Walker's mother, Mrs. J. F. Brooks. Miss Mossie Clay was the guest of relatives here last week, returned to Clarksburg. Thursday. She was accompanied as far as Weston by her aunts, Mrs. Chas. Smith and Miss Lucy Jackson. The Ladies Aid Society was right royally entertained on Friday afternoon by Mrs. Laura Watson. The Silver Leaf Club met with Mrs. Charles Dickinson, Friday evening. Quite a number of guests went down the river, Sunday, and joined the campers, being their visitors for the day. Presiding Elder West was nere last Sunday and held the last quarterly conference of the year. He also gave avery interesting lecture on Monday night. William Burly was calling on Weston friends, Thursday. The lawn fete given by the Ladies Ald Society of the M. E. church on last Monday night was a success financially. CLARKSBURG Mrs. William White is quite ill at this writing. Mrs. Wheeler Jackson is much improved in health and able to be out again. Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hill, a son. L. O. Wilson, Grand Lecturer of the Knights of Pythias, lectured here, Thursday evening. Miss Lola Lavender, Grand Lecturer of the Court of Calanthe, lectured to that body here Friday evening. The installation of officers and a reception followed the lecture. The affair was largely attended and a delightful time, socially, was spent. Quite a nice program was presented at Trinity M. E. church, Thursday evening. Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Yates a daughter. Miss Halrston, of Roanoke, Va., is in the city, assisting Mrs. M. W. Grayson in the hair business. Miss Beulah Smith, of Fairmont, a learning the hair trade at Mrs. Grayson's establishment. A. J. Washington, of Cumberland, Md., is the guest of relatives and friends here. Mrs. Spotwood Green, of Bellaire, O., and Mrs. John Kirk, of Waco, Tex., are visiting relatives and friends here. Mrs. Lydia Jenkins Saborn has joined her husband at Pittsburg, where he has employment. C. W. Florence, of Brownsville, Pa., teacher at Monongah, was calling on friends here, Saturday. The B. W. Arnett Club met at the home of Mrs. Sophia Lee, Monday evening. Little Miss Helenor Pryor, of McKeesport, Pa., is visiting Mrs. Pearl Smith. Lee Ruffin, jr., is shaking hands with friends, after more than a year's absence. Misses Taylor and Bush, of Baltimore, Md., are pleasant guests of Dr. and Mrs. G. W. W. Jehkins. There will be a union picnic of the Sunday schools, Thursday, at the old fair ground. And then the cook of the course, turning to the starter, said, "All is ready," whereupon the starter, an officer of the Greek army, gave out the conditions of the race, first in French and then in Greek, and, having done that, paused and baring his head, addressed his own countrymen anow: "The Greeks had this run inserted in the Olympia list," he said, "to commemorate the historic feat of the messenger who carried the news of the great victory of Marathon to the anxious waiters at Athens. "Which of us does not know it by heart? But it may be wise to rehearse it here. Know then that when the valiant Greeks, had swept the field of Marathon their first thought was to get the news home. They sought a fleet courier, and found him in the person of a warrior who had fought all day against the invading Persians and who was even then panting from his exertions. This one was only too proud to be the chosen messenger—indeed, who would not be—and at the word he was off, only disencumbering himself of his heavier armor. His great run was made with but one brief stop for refreshment on the way. He reached the market place of Athens in an incredibly short time, turned to the multitude, spoke the one word, 'Victory!' and dropped dead." Here the officer's voice choked, and for a moment he could not go on, and there were tears in the eyes of many others also. And when he went on, "And so may it be with us of Greece today—victory or—" "Death!!" shouted several—Vani-tekes among them. Loues did not shout, did not even whisper to Christovopulous, who was beside him, but his heart at the call leaped so con-ulsively that he was forced to press a hand to his breast to check its movement. "Loues, Loues—you are pale," whispered Christovopulous. Loues smiled. The hand that had been pressed to his heart now car-essed the knot of blue and white. The other hand was tucking inside his jersey the maulet with the roses. "Twice blessed," whispered Loues, smiling. "but oh," Christovopulous, this waiting is the most trying, don't you think?""—From "An Olympic Victor," by James B. Connolly, in the Ifton Number of Scrubber's. RESOLUTIONS OF SORROW Whereas, Our heavenly Father, in his divine wisdom and love, has removed from the family circle, Roy, the beloved son of Brother C. H. James and wife, leaving their hearts well-nigh desolate and broken, therefore be it Resolved, That we extend to them our heartfelt sorrow in the loss of their bright and promising young son, who was so beloved by all, and that we commend them to the Great Physician, who will give solace to their wounded hearts; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be furnished the bereaved family and also be published in the Advocate. C W BOYD Committee Charleston, W. Va., July 28, 1908. I have read with astonishment your rather remarkable, but bitter attack upon me for the alleged offense of aspiring to the position of Supreme Chancellor, made vacant by the lamentable death of the great and good S. W. Starks. I have never discussed inside matters pertaining to any branch of the order, not excepting that of the Supreme Lodge in the columns of any journal, not even in the Planet, of which journal I have the honor to be editor. It is too late for me to begin now, and I write these lines in all kindness and with the hope that the obligations taken at our sacred altar with reference to all matters secret will blind you even as it has pledged me. As to the strictures visited upon me and the criticisms voiced, the floor of the Supreme Lodge is the place and next year the time for all such discussions. I am in no wise angry at all that you have been unkind enough to say. I have neither attacked or harmed you, and as for my justification I shall rest my case with the Supreme Lodge, before which body I shall soon appear. The Grand Lodge and the Grand Court of this state are responsible for all of the honors that they have conferred upon me, and I am responsible to them and to the bonding companies for the faithful performance of my duties. It comes with poor grace then for you to cross state lines to interfere or criticise the actions of these two organizations, in view of the condition of affairs existing in your own state, where one man has controlled and one other is all powerful. If one member of the order can be justified in attacking another member of the order, through the public press, with reference to matters that have taken place behind closed doors of a Supreme Lodge session, then I have misunderstood the precepts that have been handed down to me and I have misinterpreted the laws as promulgated by the founders of the organization in the humble hapliation at Washington. West Virginia Colored Institute Regular Normal, Academic and Commercial Courses, also Regular Courses in Agriculture, Carpentery and House Building, Steam Fitting, Smithing, Cabinet Making, Painting and Glazing, Dressmaking, Laundrying, Printing. A complete course in Military Training to Cadets. Rooms, Books, Fuel and Lights Free to Normal Students; and in addition Uniforms for State Students. We have a faculty of Twenty-two Teachers Board only Eight Dollars per Month, For catalogue and other information address J. McHENRY JONES, A. M. President. --- Bluefield, W. Va. A College and Normal Institute for colored students, located at Bluefield, the leading commercial town of the southern part of West Virginia, on the Norfolk and Western railroad,205 miles east of Kenova FLORIDA COLONIAL INSTITUTE for male and female students; furnished rooms, a reading room supplied with the best current literature; a good library, and a physical and chemical laboratory. Healthful location and wholesome surroundings. Board $8.00 per month. Tuition free to state students, rates vary low to non-resident students. The Bluedfield School offers an unequalled opportunity for young men to secure an education, for they can always find profitable employment when at school, during vacation, holidays and on Saturdays. For catalogue and other information, write the telephone. INSTITUTE Regular N mercial Course Agriculture, C ing, Steam F ing, Painting Laundrying, in Military T Books, Fuel Students; an State Student Twenty-two Dollars per M For catalog J. McHENR The "steam roller" may roll at, but it shall not be permitted to go over me. I have been the victim of many unjustifiable attacks for more than 20 years, but in the end, the colored people, whose cause I have defended and whose interests I have advocated have always supported me. I am ready for the fray and will pitch the battle in any arena that you may choose or from any platform that you may select. The result is immaterial to me, so long as I have the right of it on my side. I am, sir, yours in F. C. and B., JOHN MITCHELL, JR. PROGRAM Following comprises the program of the Medical Society, which convenes at Huntington, W. Va., August 3-4, 1908: Monday Afternoon, 2 O'Clock. Call to order. Invocation. Introductory, President. Enrollment, Secretary. Minutes of Last Session, Secretary. Appointment of Committees, President. Paper, "The Surgical Treatment of Appendicitis," Dr. J. S. Sessoms. BLUEFIEL Charleston. Paper, "The Diagnosis and Treatment of the Acute Gastro-Intestinal Disorders of Infancy," Dr. R. C. Harrison, Kimball. Paper, "Hydrotherapy," Dr. B. F. White, Montgomery. Monday Evening, 8 O'Clock. President's Annual Message and Paper, "Acute Nephritis," Dr. H. F. Gamble, Charleston. Paper, "Cause, Symptoms, Palliative and Surgical Treatment of Hemorrhoids," Dr. W. C. Lawrence, Montgomery. Tuesday, August 4, 10, A. M. Surgical Clinic and Demonstration. Tuesday, Afternoon, 2 O'Clock. Paper, "Croupous 'Pneumonia of Both Adults and Children," Dr. E. Johnson, Huntington. Talk, "Diagnostic Value," Dr. S. A. Washington, Red Star. Electron. James Adams, Ida Craig, of Point Pleasant, and Nellie Brown, of Nelsonville, O., were guests of Rhoda Graham, Sunday. The camp meeting at Cheshire was well attended, Sunday. Earl Rickman spent Sunday in Jackson visiting friends. Misses Deborah Johnson and Lau- BLUEFIELD, W. Va. and Normal Institute, is, located at Blu- mercial town of the Virginia, on the N. road,205 miles east. BLUEFIELD COLLEGE INSTITUTE lege Buildings, Be- mitories the students; furnished rooms, a reading re- current literature; a good library, and a atory. on and wholesome surroundings. Board to state students, rates very low to no- ne School offers an unequalled opportunity for education, for they can always find profitab- lity, during vacation, holidays and on Saturday and other information, write the Principa R. P. SIMS. Bluefield WEST VA. state for State. Public and Com- par Courses in House Build Cabinet Mak- Dressmaking, complete course dets. Rooms, free to Normal Uniforms for a faculty of ard only Eight ation address I. President. Minla ra Jackson were visitors in White Rock, Sunday. Miss Artie Williams, of Gallipollis, O., is visiting her brother, Rev. C. E. Williams. Mrs. Ann Gatewood is very ill at her son's home. Misses Nellie Brown and sisters, Fernia and Helen, are visiting their sister, Mrs. Mae Smith. RAYMOND CITY. Miss Florence Coles will leave, Monday, for Huntington, where she will represent the Ida Leroy Court of Calanthe. Miss Perry Bennett, of Gallipolis, Ohio, was a business visitor to our town last week. Mrs. Cornella Coles is not much improved at this writing. Mrs. Olivia Walker, of Charleston, was called here last week by the illness of her sister, Mrs. Cornella Coles. I. C. McKinney and W. H. Wilson will leave, Monday, for Huntington. Roland Williams was indisposed several days last week. Miss Perkins, of Charleston, was the guest of Miss Lillie Woodson several days last week. Robert Dickerson attended the association at Institute, Friday. Mrs. M. A. Pierson is visiting in our town this week. INSTITUTE Va. This quietly but effectively has their money been earning more money YOU can work only 8 hours a day, but savings deposits work 24 hours a day and never stop for Sundays nor Holidays Open an account NOW-$1 will do it Drop us a postal and we will tell you how. It is easy Kanawha Bank Charleston CAPITAL $250,000.00. Banking & Trust Co., Charleston, W. Va. 0. SURPLUS $150,000.00. Hotel Brown American and European: F. C. BROWN, Prop. Kanawha County, ss: At Rules held in the Clerk's office of the Circuit Court of Kanawha County, on the first Monday in the month of July, 1908. Alexander Henderson, Plaintiff, vs. ) In Chancery. Mary E. Henderson, Defendant. (The object of this suit is to ob- BAUER MEAT THE BAUER MEAT & FISH COMPATY 28 AND 30 CAPITOL ST. Beef, Veal, Mutton, Pork, Fresh Pork Sausage OUR OWN MAKE. Try our machine sliced Hams and Bacon OYSTERS, FISH, POULTRY The best qualities in all the popular kinds of Cheese We want your patronage for we have complete stock in our lines and you can get it when you want it most A Popular Hotel for Colored People. 35 Rooms. 50g, 75c, and $1 per day. Lodging, 35c and 50c. Special Rates by Week or Month. We cater to Weddings, Suppers and Society Functions. One Block from State Capitol. New Phone 1098 500 Capitol 86 ORDER. OF PUBLICATION. State of West Virginia. tain a divorce from the bonds or matrimony. This day came Plaintiff by his Attorney; and on his motion, and it appearing by ailidavit filed, that the Defendant is a non-resident of this State; it is ordered that she do appear within one month after the date of the first publication hereof, and do what is necessary to protect her interest in this suit. Teste: D. M. SHIRKEY, Clerk. T. G. NUTTER, Soi. Notice to Take Depositions. To Mary E. Henderson: Take Notice: That on the 1st day of August, A. D. 1908, between the hours of 9 o'clock a.m. and 4 o'clock p.m. at the law office of T. G. Nutter, Esq., 604 1-2 Kanawha street, Charleston, W. Va., I will take the deposition of myself and others, to be read in evidence in my behalf in a certain suit in chancery now pending in the Circuit Court of the County of Kanawha, and State of West Virginia, in which Alexander Henderson is Plaintiff and Mary E. Henderson is Defendant. If from any cause the taking of said deposition shall not be commenced or completed on the day aforesaid, the same shall be continued from day to day, or from time to time, at the same place, and between the same hours, until the same shall be completed. ALEXANDER HENDERSON, By Counsel T. G. NUTTER, Sol. Mr. and Mrs. F. H. Huskins left yesterday for Alderson, where they will spend two weeks visiting relatives. Mrs. Amanda Campbell is spending a few weeks at Ashland, visiting her daughter, Mrs. Mallinda Ford. B. P. Brownley, pharmacist at the Gem, left Monday morning for Princeton, N. J., to spend a week or more with his parents. Mr. Brownley will visit Washington friends before returning to this city. His position will be filled by Edward Turner. Miss Ethel Spriggs, of Institute, passed through the city, Tuesday, en route to Huntington to visit friends for a week. Mrs. Eliza James, of Columbus, and W. H. and Oscar Clark, of Rutland, O., grandmother and cousins, respectively, of Roy James, were in the city to attend the funeral. Dr. and Mrs. B. A. Crichlow returned to their home at Northfork, Thursday. Miss Thelma Hickman is in the city to remain till the beginning of the fall session at Tuskegee. Rev. J. W. Waters, Jr., and wife, of Lewisburg, are spending a few days here with the former's parents. Rev. and Mrs. J. W. Waters, sr. Rev. G. E. Curry, presiding elder, will be present at the quarterly conference at Simpson M. E. church, Friday evening, and will preach at the morning and evening services, Sunday; when the quarterly meeting will be held. G. W. Muse, J. W. Essex and I. C. Cahell will represent Simpson M. E. church at the district conference, which convenes at Huntington, Wednesday of next week. The "Dokie" and Third Rank degree teams will meet tonight and Friday night for rehearsals. Mrs. Lillie Johnson left Sunday morning for Union, where she will spend the remainder of the summer with relatives. Born, to Mr. and Mrs. John A. Brown, a girl, Tuesday last. Miss Ethel Smith has been indisposed for the past week. Mrs. Inoz Green sustained a serious injury, last week, by falling from a street car. Rev. J. W. Coleman left Sunday morning for Appomattox county, Virginia, to visit relatives. P. F. Williams and son, of Ironton, O., were registered at the Brown hotel this week. We are headquarters for hair goods, Mrs. Brown, 500 Capitol St. Mrs. Cora Campbell, accompanied by her little grandson, Campbell Bird, left Wednesday to visit relatives at Ashland, Ky. Mrs. Dawson left Saturday for her home at Hot Springs, Va. Mrs. M. O. Mitchell is indisposed this week. Miss Florence Edwards, of Montgomery, has been visiting Mrs. Gay Burke. Rev. W. E. Walker will preach a special sermon, Sunday night, at St. Paul A. M. E. church, at while time James Stewart will sing a solo. The Ladies Aid Society of St. Paul church, will meet this evening at the parsonage, 804 Donnally street. The choir of St. Paul church, for which Mrs. R. B. Walker is organist, will rehearse Friday night. All members are requested to be present. Mrs. Mattie Moss' club will give tehir first entertainment for the grand rally at the A. M. E. church, Monday night. Mrs. Fannie DeHonney left Sunday at noon, for Cincinnati, O., where she will take a course in manicuring. Andrew Brown left, Saturday, to spend the remainder of the summer at Atlantic City. Mr. Brown expects to enter Howard University in the fall. Rev. John Wagoner, of the West Charleston Baptist church, is visiting his mother in Kentucky. Thomas Frain and Henry Pope are the guests of relatives in Louisville, Ky. PAGE. Rev. E. W. Page, of Montgomery, preached for us Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Martin and Mrs. Balaie were visitors of Mrs. H. H. Washington last week. Mrs. Mary Ashford died last Tuesday evening, at 2 o'clock. Our Sunday school met as usual, and Rev. Page made an address. Our missionary society gave an entertainment, Saturday night, and raised $10.50. Tom Hanna and Henry Madison, of Eagle, were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Elijah Miller. BARBOURSVILLE Mrs. Mary E. Hicks was a business visitor to Huntington, Tuesday. Mr. Jackson, of Guyandotte, was in town, Thursday. Miss Bessie Hicks is visiting her sister, Mrs. W. W. Scott, at St. Albana. Miss Maggie Dickerson and little sister were guests of Miss Mary Hill, Sunday. Little Anna Hill returned home, Sunday, after a week's visit to her aunt in Huntington. Mr. Bailey, from West Hamlin, was the guest of Miss Mary Hill, Sunday. Edward Hamlier returned from Institute, Friday, where he attended the association. Chief Mine Inspector Paul Criticises Mine Operators for Employing Inexperienced Foreigners Withina Responsible for Explosions Inexperienced and ignorant workmen, recruited in foreign fields for labor in the mines of West Virginia, are in a large degree held responsible for the disastrous mine explosions which have occurred with alarming rapidity in the last three years, by James W. Paul, chief of the department of mines, in his annual report just issued. For several years, in his annual reports, Chief Paul has referred to the importation of unskilled workmen into the state as one of the greatest elements of danger to the coal industry, but in his last report his remarks are more forcible than on former occasions. Discussing the large number of allons employed in the mines, Chief Paul says: "An effort has been made to ascertain the number of the different nationalities that are employed within the mines of the state, but owing to incomplete reports made by some of the operators the effort has been only partially successful. Out of a total of 56,209 persons employed the nationality is reported upon 44,094, and of this number there are 20,409 white Americans, 9,908 Negroes, 5,965 Italians, 3,752 Huns, 1,540 Polish and 3,519 employees of 24 other nationalities. With such a heterogeneous mass of humanity, a large part of which is lacking in mining skill and knowledge of mining conditions, it is not surprising that mine disasters occur which shock the public mind and blench the tail name of the state. The mining industry of the state is passing through its most crucial period—in the transition from English-speaking workmen to the tongues of many European countries, whose subjects are a menace to the safety of a mine. "Until a new generation is had, which has taken on the intelligence of a practical mine worker and which embraces the teaching of American institutions, there will remain a factor of danger within our values that legislation cannot easily eliminate. As the weakest link measures the strength of a chain, the most incompetent and unmasked mine worker establishes the safety within a mine." in connection with this, the annual report of the department shows that for the past seven years, from 1901 to 1907, inclusive, 909 persons have been killed in the mines within this state who have had less than one year's experience, 892 persons with less than five years experience, while only 366 have perished who have had from six to ten years experience beneath the ground. Since 1883 the average loss of life within the mines for every 1,000 persons employed has been 4.53. For the past year the ratio was 7.34. During the past year from the 788 producing mines, operated by 385 firms, together with small country mines, the coal produced was 40,-040,311 gross tons of a spot value of $42,042,326.55. The coke manufactured was 3,828,049 tons of a value of $8,767,606.21. The Kanawha-New River field led with a production of 13,637,951 tons, while the Norfolk and Western field was second with a total tonnage of 12,766,-145 tons. During the year 1,508 machines were in use in 360 mines and produced 14,549,183 tons, or 36.34 per cent. of the total production, while they gave employment to 12,248 workmen. Forty-three companies in the state each produced over 200,000 tons of coal, the Fairmont company leading with a production of 4,164,337 tons and the New River company second with a production of 1,837,533 tons. The total tonnage by counties was as follows: Barbour, 776,245. Brooke, 526,997. Braxton, 55,774. Clay, 60,252. Fayette, 7,277,297. Grant, 271,542. Gilmer, 312. Greenbrrier, 31,978. Hancock, 78,280. Harrison, 3,343,319. Kanawha, 4,626,101. Lincoln, 17,589. Lewis, 5,528. Logan, 740,607. Marlon, 3,619,764. Marshall, 560,427. Mason, 93,211. McDowell, 8,123,699. Mercer, 2,009,522. Mineral, 607,172. Mingo, 1,867,100. Monongalia, 292,596. Nicholas, 57,412. Ohio, 136,350. Preston, 1,079,692. Puhnam, 401,413. Raleigh, 1,104,676. Randolph, 609,380. Taylor, 416,138. Tucker, 1,005,219. Upshur, 39,502. Wayne, 25,217. Small Mines, 180,000. Total, 40,040,311. Nathaniel Edwards, who has been confined in the hospital since May 12, with a broken leg, is out again. Miss Sarah Brown left Friday morning for Saginaw Mish. to spend six weeks with her brothers. THE CITY OF NEW YORK Are You Working for Money? Or is Your Money Working for If you are working and saving your money, and butting it in a bank where you get no interest handling it in a trunk or hiding it some where about your house—You Are Working For Money. If you are working and saving your money and investing it in a safe way, where it will be working day and night whether you are working or not, and making your at least six per cent interest—Your Money is working For You. The Pythian Mutual Investment Association was organized in order to give us an opportunity to buy the money we could save together and then put it to work. The above is a picture of our building on Capitol Square in Charleston. We have just purchased a splendid three story block building on one of main business streets in the city of Huntington. The first floor is occupied by the Huntington. Here the largest daily newspaper published in that section of the state, the second floor is used for office room while the htird floor is a large assembly and lodge hall. This building is sure to pay us well. After Charleston building had been occupied only eight months our stockholders were paid a dividend of six cent. Stock is still on sale at $10.00 per share, either paid up or on the installment plan. Ask your agent in your locality about it or write to this office. Let Your Money Work for You. Pythian Mutual Investment Association. W. J. Thompson, President, Charleston, W. Va. FORMER SLAVE Who Accumulated Fortune Left It to Help His Race. Evansville, Ind., July 22.—By the will of the late Dr. Willis G. Green, of this city, the wealthiest Negro in southern Indiana, a home for aged colored persons will be erected here. Green was a former slave and stud- led medicine in the office of Dr. Runcie, one of the pioneer physicians of the city. After his graduation at the Evansville Medical College he practiced among his race in Evansville and made a fortune. In his will he cut off his only son with a legacy of $1, but made ample provision for the care of his aged mother, who is nearly 100 years of age. NEGRO PREFIX IS LIFTED Judge Who Forbade Colored Folks Calling Each Other "Mr."," "Mrs." or "Miss" Is Overruled. Wilmington, Del., July 23.—In a habeas corpus proceeding this morning, Judge Spruance, of the superior court, overruled a decision made by Judge Edwin R. Cochran, in the municipal court, a few days ago, that Negroes should not be alluded to in his court with the prefixes of "Mr."," "Mrs." or "Miss." For persistence in doing this after being warned Judge Cochran imposed a fine of $5 on Christopher Brooks, colored, a witness. Judge Spruance held that Judge Cochran had no more right to make such a ruling applicable to Negroes $800 Annual low rate 15 day excursion Tuesday, August 11th, via Ohio Central lines to points on the Ann Arbor R. R., and Michigan Central R. R., and on Tuesday August 18th, to points on the Pere Marquette R. R. and D. and M. R. R. Fare to Mackinac islands will be $1.00 higher. On both dates, train No. 3 will carry through coaches thus avoiding change of cars at Toledo. Sleeping cars will be attached to evening trains from Toledo, and berth reservations may be made in advance through agents of Ohio Central Lines. Children half the excursion rate. For full and complete particulars call on Agents. than he would have to make it applicable to foreigners. He ordered a discharge of Brooks from custody. In the intermediate court the following misdemeanor cases have been disposed of: John Barth, tried by jury and found guilty and sentenced to two months in jail and a fine of $20 and costs. In the case of John Beaver, the jury disagreed and was discharged. Lee Pack was found not guilty. Henry Ash was found guilty, a motion to set aside the verdict was overruled and a sentence of two months in jail and a fine of $25 and costs imposed. The court then adjourned until ten o'clock on Monday morning. •A Bag of Dew will put more leaves of good bread you can buy. We said good bres comes out in plump, sweet swell of Dewey's Best Flour leaves of good bread on your table, than any other food. We said good bread. The kind that raises rises, pump, sweet swelling, well browned loaves that sizzle your mouth water if you are around the oven door is opened. Inside, the lid and it's white-sure to be. WE WANT YOU TO TRY will put more leaves of good bread on your table, than any other you can buy. We said good bread. The kind that raises right comes out in plump, sweet swelling, well browned house. Bros. Co., Millers, Blanchester, Ohio For Sale By CHARLESTON FEED COMPANY The Dewey Bros. Co., M For S WEST CHARLESTO OUR DISPLAY Ladies' Misses' and Children's Ready Wear garments, Millinery and Dress Ribs Is the largest in the City and ou can be made up-to-date Merchand GIVE US A CALL The People JOSEPH SCU in the City and our Prices as usual the lowest rate up-to-date Merchandise. The People's Store "That Poplin Trading Place JOSEPH SCHWAB, Prop. Is the largest in the City and our Prices as usual the lowest that can be made up-to-date Merchandise. DEWEY'S BEST THE DEWEY BROS. --- PATEN Dewey's Best Flour Order a sack from your dealer and it won't don't like it just send back what you did use. It will not cost you a cent. We will thorize all our dealers to make this offer helps to let the people know what the store really is, and that is what has made the wonderful demand for it. more is to be more of a factor this moran than ever before—not even ex- acting the memorable struggle of 1853, when the defeat of Grover Cleveland practically put an end to the Negro democracy in national politics. On the side of the "stalwarts" there is general rejoicing over the fact that while there is some dissatisfaction over the Brownsville affair, the masses are not willing to trust the party of Tillman, Heflin, Vardaman and Dixon and other open defenders of the war amendments with the rains of power in the nation. The "storm center" of the trouble has been located without difficulty and wherever there is unrest among the rank and file, because of lack of knowledge of the true situation, a campaign of education is to be inaugurated, and the disaffection will be allayed. There will be no "jim crowing," no caijolery, no bribery, no coercion, nor specious pleading in bringing the colored voters into line for Taft and Sherman. When the plans are ready for adoption, it is understood that the issues will be fully set forth, the fitness of the candidates for the high trust of government will be impressed, and the necessity for a continuance of the prosperity-producing policies of the past, with such new reforms as may be necessary to bring them in harmony with the present, will be duly brought forward, by means of literature, speakers on the stump and through experienced workers in the states and counties. The arguments will be applicable alike to all classes of voters to whom the party expects to appeal, and the guarantee of equal rights to the industrious black citizens of the country, will give our people a splendid opportunity to take note of the awful gap on this question in the crazy quilt document patched up at Denver. Chairman Hitchcock can be depended upon to deal liberally with the Negro workers, and after consultation with the "steering committee" of trusted Negro leaders, named at Chicago, with Ralph W. Tyler as chairman, he will arrange to have representatives of the race placed where they can perform the most effective service. Men of undoubted capacity for organization will be associated with him on the advisory committees; the colored newspapers of influence will be duly recognized; speakers and writers will be asked to take their pens in hand and in every section of the land, the local forces will be expected to give their wisest counsel to the end that every wing of the "grand old party" will map in unison with every other wing. In short, the managers make no secret of their conviction that it will require work to make Taft and Sherman's calling and election sure; but, they are determined to do it, and will give everybody a chance to do their share of the hustling. Bishop J. W. Hood, the senior bishop of the A. M. E. Zion church, who has just written to Recorder J. C. Dancy such an eloquent letter in support of the candidacy of Judge Taft, is the most striking figure in the church of Varick, and unquestionably one of the race's most constructive statesmen. It was Bishop Hood who gave Zion its standing as a national church, broadening its scope from the states of North Carolina and New York and a fringe of the Atlantic seaboard to the Mississippi valley and finally to the Golden Gate, with an eye toward the Philippine Islands. He was a member of the constitutional convention of North Carolina in 1868, and has been a bishop in his church for 36 years, originating most of its laws and customs. He has served as assistant superintendent of education in North Carolina, and has always enjoyed the confidence of the leaders of both political parties and the love of both races from the earliest days of that historic commonwealth. His episcopal district embraces New York, as well as North Carolina, and his earnest words to his people, advising them to stand by Judge Taft and the party or freedom, will make the Zion connection, numbering 250,000 souls, solid for the republican national ticket. A presidential nominee could ask for no stronger certificate of character than the hearty endorsement of such a clean-minded, clear-headed and essentially independent thinker as Bishop John Wesley Hood. He has the courage to do right, under all circumstances, and his people will follow him unhesitatingly wherever he leads. The designation of Dr. A. M. Curtis by Secretary Garfield as a member of the staff of consulting physicians of the new $500,000 Freedmen's hospital, is proving to be one of the most popular appointments yet made by the head of the interior department. This cordial recall to such an important duty, where he gave four years of splendid service as surgeon in chief, is an unqualified endorsement of the proud record he made in that period. As it was through Dr. Curtis' recommendations and prescient labors before the congressional committees that made the new building possible, it is not too much to say that the magnificent temple dedicated to the mollet of suffering humanity is a monument to his faithful and painstik- administration. For some time, Dr. Curtis has been surrever on surgery in the Post-graduate Medical School of Howard University, and was really the founder of this useful department. He was the first house surgeon of Provident Hospital at Chicago, starting out on the day the institution was established, and was the first colored surgeon appointed on the Cook County Hospital staff, having been given this assignment in 1896. In 1898 he was called to Freedmen's Hopital in this city and broke all records as a master of difficult surgical cases. Since retiring from Freedmen's to enter the broader arena of general practice, Dr. Curtis has been called to many points in the south to perform delicate operations and holds clinics every year at Mehairy Medical School at Nashville. He has frequently enjoyed the distinction of operating in the two leading white hospitals of Washington, D.C. He not only keeps abreast of the times in the practice of his profession, but is constantly introducing new methods in technique and advocating the most modern application of surgical principles. He is now doing some original animal experimentation, and as a result of such investigation and research, expects to demonstrate to the National Medical Association at its session in 1909, some new possibilities in the progress of surgery. Auditor Ralph W. Tyler is the happy recipient of a handsome leather-trimmed Morris chair, the gift of Major W. T. Anderson, of Cleveland, Ohio, who is stationed with the 25th Regiment at Parang, Luzon, in the Philippines. The wood used in the construction is of the finest mahogany, with beautifully-carved brass fixtures, the whole mounted with a burnished brass plate, upon which an appropriate sentiment is engraved. A close friendship has existed for years between Mr. Tyler and Major Anderson, and naturally, the genial auditor is quite proud of this magnificent reminder from an old and beloved chum. A striking photo, artistically framed in mahogny, also accompanied the chair across the sea. The managers of the Frederick Douglass homestead fund expect to lift the entire mortgage of something over thirty-five hundred dollars from the proceeds of the "outing" at Washington Park on the 24th of August. It will immediately follow the testimonial to Dr. Booker T. Washington, and "The Wizard" will remain to be the principal speaker down the river on this occasion. Accommodations for 10,000 people are being arranged. President W. Sidney Pittman, of the Washington Negro Business League, will be in charge of the proceedings of the day, and there will be addresses by Judge Robert H. Terrell, Editor W. Calvin Chase, Lawyer T. L. Jones, Chief W. R. Griffin, Prof. Roscoe Conkling Bruce, and many of the local clergymen. Judge Terrell will be master of ceremonies. MONTGOMERY. A. P. Straughter, of Hinton, was a business visitor here, Saturday. Rev. S. A. Thurston, of Huntington, preached at the M. E. church, Sunday morning, and at the First Baptist church, Sunday evening. Rev. and Mrs. Warner Brown returned, Wednesday, from a visit to relatives in Virginia. Rev. E. C. Page preached at Page, Saturday. Rev. D. C. Deans filled his regular appointment at Macdonald, Sunday. Mrs. P. H. Shepherd, who was reported sick last week, is very much improved. L. N. Brown, of institute, was a business visitor here last week. George Lee spent Sunday at Institute. Miss Lola Lavender has returned home, after having spent several weeks visiting the Courts of Calanthe of West Virginia. Mrs. Ida Tolliver, of Hill Top, was the guest of Mrs. L. D. Hodge last week. Thursday evening last the Douglass Literary Society entertained with a program that was both interesting and helpful. A large crowd was out and a neat sum was realized. The following was the program, with H. H. Railey master of ceremonies: Singing, quartett by Famous Four. Prayer, George Scott. Sole, W. Ouet, Misses Matie Holmes and Eliza Woods. Instrumental solo, Miss Plassie Paull. Rev. Charles Lewis, of Ronce- verte, was here several days last week. G. W. Winston, of Huntington, was here last week several days. Monday evening quite a crowd gathered at the Od dFellows hall and was delightfully entertained by a musical treat, given by Miss Wysor Watson. The following program was rendered: Instrumental solo, Melody of Love, Miss Plassie Pannell. Invocation, S. H. Clark. olo, Beneath the Palms of Paradise, Miss Ethel Brown. Solo, Goodly Killarney, Miss Eliza Wood. Instrumental solo, Sweet Flattery, Miss Katie Brown. Solo, Take Me to Your Heart Again, Miss Marie Shelton. Solo, You Are the Sweetst Girl I Ever Knew, George Williams. Solo, Face to Face, Mrs. E. C. Page. Violin solo, Flower Song, John Hardy. Solo, A Dream of Paradise, Miss HENRY SMITH'S Mid-Summer Sale OF MOST WONDERFUL BARGAINS Men's, Boys' and Children's Clothing, Hats and Furnishings WILL BEGIN SATURDAY, AUG. 1 REDUCTIONS IN ALL DEPARTMENTS are being made for this GREAT EVENT. Mr. Smith just returned from the Eastern Markets, where he has taken advantage of so many opportunities which presented themselves to him, in procuring about 100 Men's Suits and about 50 doz Negligee Shirts all high class Merchandise of the latest makes, at about ONE-HALF OF THEIR ACTUAL VALUE. This enables us to offer the MOST SACRIFICING PRICES. Never have you been able to attend such Values as we will offer you, in this Sale. IT WILL BE HARVEST FOR EVERYBODY! You know the old saying is, The Early Bird usually catches the Worm, so don't wait but come on the first day get your choice of these GREAT BARGAINS. No Goods will be charged to anyone nor sent on approval during Sale. You have all been to sales made by HENRY SMITH, and you know they usually speak for themselves POWELLTON. Mrs. L. H. Wood returned on the 18th from her father's home in Virginia, with the sad intelligence of his death. THIS SALE WILL ECLIPSE THEM ALL One-Price Clothier The carpenters have completed their work on the new church but doing, which has been so long talked about. On our regular meeting day there were several visitors here from Elk At the last meeting of the singing class there were some new applicants for membership in the choir. The Church Aid Society gave a concert at Elk Ridge last Saturday evening, for the purpose of raising money for the new church. Mrs. Mithe Early has been selected by the courts to represent in the Grand Lodge at Huntington. The Aid Society is anticipating a concert at the Assembly hall on Saturday, the 1st. The Woman's Missionary Society convened in a call meeting, Sunday. Mrs. Lizzie Gray and Henry Jenkins, of Rockcastle, Va., visited their sister, Mrs. G. A. Brooks last week. They left today to visit friends in Richmond. Henry Warren has undergone a successful operation at Washington, D. C., and is now at his home in Virginia. Henry Hatcher, of Arbuckle, is here on a visit. dum are here visiting their sister, Mrs. Virgile Skipper. Mrs. Osa Forte and Mrs. Nannie B. Reynolds gave a successful entertain- tion, Saturday evening, and real- ized a neat sum. Mrs. Goines and Mrs. Clay gave a supper for the missionary society of which they are state workers. Rev. D. C. Hunter was here last week shaking hands with old friends. Rev. Gregory, our pastor, occupied his pulpit, Sunday, and preached his favorite text from Psalm 114: 3 in the morning. Mr. Allen and wife are visiting friends at Meadow Creek.