The Advocate

NEGRO CHURCHES AND CHURCHMEN SOLIDLY FOR THE REPUBLICAN NOMINEE——THE PRESS, PROFESSIONAL AND LABORING CLASSES LIKE-WISE IN LINE FOR NATIONAL TICKET. REPUBLICAN PARTY'S RECORD SOUND ON CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND ECONOMIC PROGRESS — PRESIDENT ROSCOEWIT SAYS TAFT HAVE 800 ELECTORAL VOTES — MARIO DEMOCRATS IN DEMOCRATIC STRAINS AND MARKING EQUAL "BLUFF" — TAFT AND DEMOCRATIC PLACING NEBO MUSICIANS AT HEAD OF BARDS IN COLORD REGIMENTS — AUDITOR TYLER AGAIN "ON THE JOB" OF HELPING WORTHY ONES — WORKS WITHOUT SEENING THE "BLUFFLIGHT" — FAILURE O GO HOME AND VOTE MAY BE SET DOWN AS "PERNICIOUS INACTIVITY" — MISCELLA- NEOUS MATTERS. THE REPUBLICAN PLATFORM, ADOPTED AT CHICAGO, EXPLICITLY DEMANDS JUSTICE FOR ALL MEN WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE OR COLOR, AND JUST AS EXPLICITLY DECLARES FOR THE ENFORCEMENT, AND WITHOUT RESERVATION, IN LETTER AND SPIRIT OF THE THIRTEENTH, FOURTEENTH AND FIFTEENTH AMENDMENTS TO THE CONSTITUTION. IT IS NEEDLESS TO STATE THAT I STAND WITH MY PARTY SQUARELY ON THAT PLANK IN THE PLATFORM, AND BELIEVE THAT EQUAL JUSTICE TO ALL MEN, AND THE FAIR AND IMPARTIAL ENFORCEMENT OF THESE AMENDMENTS IS IN KEEPING WITH THE REAL AMERICAN SPIRIT OF FAIR PLAY. THE AUDITOR WE CHILDFULLY PUBLISH ALL JRISP NEWBY NOTES FROM ALL SECTIONS. VOLUME VII THE TREND IS THE NEGRO CHRISTS AND CHURCH THE REPUBLICAN NOMINATION FESSIONAL AND LABOR WISE IN LINE FOR NA REPUBLICAN PARTY'S RECORD SO RIGHTS AND ECONOMIC PROGRE SAYS TAFT WILL HAVE 800 BLUE OCRATS IN DEMOCRATE STRAINS —TAFT AND HOSSEVELT PLACES OF BANDS IN COLORED REGIME "ON THE JOB" OF HELPING WORK SEEKING THE "SPOTLIGHT" —FA MAY BE SET DOWN AS PERNIC NEOUS MATTERS. (Special by National Negro Press Bureau Washington, D. C., Oct. 21. — President Roosevelt says Judge Taft will have 306 electoral votes. The table claimed by him carried the States of New York, Ohio, Indiana, West Virginia, Illinois, Nebraska and Kansas—the strongholds that the Democrats are doing their level best to capture, and without which they have no chance to win. The President's guess, or estimate, is entitled to respectful consideration, as he has proven on numerous occasions a wonderful ability to hit the nail on the head as a prognosticator. Last spring, when doubting Thomasen shook their heads grimly, Mr. Roosevelt said Taft would have 700 votes in the Chicago convention. He had 702. If he now says the battle is won and Taft will walk away with 306 electoral votes, we might as well make the thing unanimous and go on with the policies that have made the United States the first government under the sun. Judge Taft spent Sunday in the city, the guest of the President, and the review of the situation furnished by the candidate showed a highly satisfactory state of affairs. The southern trip of Mr. Taft was an eye-opener to everybody, and what its outcome may be no one can foretell. Tennessee and Kentucky are claimed for Taft by the more optimistic of the forecasters, but if he does not carry these odds ly remarked, he "will have plenty, without them." Even if he gets no electoral votes as a result of the fraternal visit, an era of good feeling has been set in motion, which may yield fruit later on. The time spent in Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina and Virginia was not thrown away. There are short-sighted individuals of our race who, in their zeal to bolster up the Bryan cause, for reasons not difficult to discern—and which do them no credit—speak from platforms and put pieces in the papers declaring that "the trend of popular sentiment is against Taft." They handle figures with the utmost recklessness and make extravagant claims, but when plined down for facts, they fall to bring forward any definite, tangible proof to back up their wild-eyed assertions. Let us take up the matter from a Negro standpoint, for a moment. Who, of any consequence, is against the Republican nominee? Surely, not the clergy! On a bench of bishops, embracing the three greatest Methodist connections, and numbering about 25 able and conscientious men, all but two are outspoken in favor of Judge Taft, and one of the objectors has been a Democrat for a quarter of a century, at least. The ministers of these connections and of the Baptist, the Congregationalist, the Presbyterian, Episcopalian and other persuasions among us, are practically a unit for the Republican ticket, the exceptions being so few and far between that the rule is successfully proven in the right direction. The National Baptist Convention, representing over 2,000,000 communicants, visited the candidate at Cincinnati, and ten- EXTRACT TAFT'S SPEECH ON JULY 28, THE REPUBLICAN PLATE CAGO, EXPLICITLY DEMANDS WITHOUT REGARD TO RACI AS EXPLICITLY DECLARES F AND WITHOUT RESERVATION OF THE THIRTEENTH, FOUR AMENDMENTS TO THE CONS dered him his unanimous support and assured him of its confidence in his friendship for the Negro people. Conferences of our various religious bodies, in every section of the country, are endorsing him—and not one has denounced him. With one voice, the Negro clergy, regardless of denomination, is for Taft. Surely, not the press! The strongest papers of the race, religious and secular and fraternal, are giving up many columns of valuable space to arguments, special articles and news-matter in support of Mr. Taft Out of the 300 or more regularly issued Negro journals, the opposition would have a hard time marshalling a half-dozen, and they wield little or no political influence, because of their billinggates character, or the knowledge that the antipathy is due to purely personal reasons, and whifl reflect in no way upon the merits of acceptability of the Presidential nominee. The special organs of the Masonic fraternity, the Odd Fellows the True Reformers, Galilean Fishermen, Knights of Pythias, the Good Samaritans, and others, are standing loyally by Mr. Taft, as are the church organs, such as the Christian Recorder, speaking for 800,000 Methodists the National Baptist Union, the American Baptist, the Christian Index the Southwestern Christian Advocate and others of equal prominence the Negro press is solid for Taft. Surely, Negro labor is not inimical to the candidacy of Mr. Taft! It is widely known that the millions of our people who live by their daily wage are employed for the most part by the wealthier class of whites—the manufacturers, the bankers, the merchants, contractors, and business factors generally. These business men in order to give our people employment, must be prosperous—the must be able to make money to pay for service. When times are good, we are at work for them; when times are bad, we are the first to fee the slump, for our services are dispensed with, and the members of the family struggle along the best they can with the work that was ours. The minister, the doctor and the lawyer are immediately affected by the financial condition of the masses of the race, for when the revenues of the wage-earner are cut down, their collections are reduced in proportion. All classes of colored people, there fore, have a stake in the well-being of labor; and they can be relied upon to give their suffrage to the party that protects the interests of those to whom they must look for employment. Mr. Taft stands for protection to labor and for the rights of capital and the record is that prosperity is more certain under Republican rule than under Democrat Negro labor will stand for its highest welfare when it votes for Taft—and that is what it will do with enthusiasm. Surely, not the masses! For in Mr. Taft's square-toed stand on the enforcement of the 13th, 14th and 15th amendments, his outspoken defense of the equality of citizenship and industrial development of the Negro race is embodied our highest Copyright 1908 by The Hall and Express Company VOICES FROM THE SOUTH FRATERNAL VISIT OF JUDGE TAFT TO "DIXIE" BOUND TO YIELD RICH RETURNS, COUNCILMAN CUMMINGS PRONOUNCES "MY MARYLAND" SAFE FOR REPUBLICAN TICKET—SENSIBLE NEGROES WILL NOT DISFRANCHISE THEMSELVES BY STANDING FOR BRYAN AND HIS BOURBON HOSTS—MR. NAPIER SPEAKS OPTIMISTICALLY OF TENNESSEE AND THINKS SHE MAY BE FOUND IN REPUBLICAN COLUMN—SOUTHERN FETTERS WILL BIND NORTHERN HANDS IF BRYAN'S PARTY CONTROLS—COLLECTOR RUCKER SEES NEW DISPENSATION IN INDUSTRIALISM AND COMMERCE IN GEORGIA—WILL NORTHERN NEGROES COME TO RESCUE OF THESE BRAV E SPIRITS WHO LOOK UP HOPEFULLY FROM LAND OF EGYP T? hope of the future. His speeches have rung true on all issues that affect us as a race, while Mr. Bryan has not been courageous enough to open his mouth on any matter looking to the betterment of our condition along any line. With the clergy, the press, the business and laboring element and all who seek a fuller American citizenship in sympathy with Mr. Taft, the claim that the trend of popular sentiment is against him," becomes the 'veriest nonsense.' It is mentioned here only to lay bare its utter ridiculousness. The District Citizens' Republican Club is a new organization of colored Republicans, many of whom vote in Maryland and Virginia. J. B. Edilin, a well known business man, is president, and James Cameron is secretary. A membership of 1,700 is reported. C. C. Noble, who assisted in the organization of this club, stained that the Negro voters of Virginia are heartily in accord with Judge Faft and will vote for him to a man. He said there is no doubt of the election of Representative Slemp in VOICES FROM FRATERNAL VISIT OF J BOUND TO YIELD COUNCILMAN CUMMINGS PRONO- FOR REPUBLICAN TICKET— DISFRANCHISE THEMSELVEN HIS BOURBON HOSTS—MR. N OF TENNESSEE AND THINKS LICAN COLUMN—SOUTHERN ERN HANDS IF BRYAN'S P RUCKER SEES NEW DISPENS COMMERCE IN GEORGIA—W TO RESCUE OF THESE BRAV FULLY FROM LAND OF EGYPT MARYLAND FQR TAFT AND SHERMAN. A Graphic Pen-Picture of the Political Situation in the "Old Line State by Hon. Harry S. Cummings, Member of City Council of Baltimore. Hon. Harry S. Cummings, for many years a member of the city council of Baltimore, and one of the brightest lawyers in the country, as well as a keen observer of political conditions in his own and other States, gives the following graphic pen-picture of the political situation in Maryland: From present indications the electoral vote on Maryland will be cast for Taft and Sherman. There are many contributing causes to this almost certain result. the Ninth Congressional district. A national victory will go far to stiffen the backbone of the Republicans of both races in Virginia. Some of the department clerks here are timorous about going home to vote, fearing that it may subject them to a "jacking-up" at the hands of the Civil Service Commission for "pernicious activity." It is being explained by Mr. Camp and his aids that going home to exercise the right of a citizen is not a violation of the law; it is a patriotic duty. So general has been the misunderstanding on the subject, or fear of going on record, that an announcement has been given out from the White House that the President would not consider it pernicious activity on the part of any employee in the classified service in going to his home to cast his vote at the coming election. The President, in discussing the subject, said it was the duty of every employee of the government who is entitled to a vote to go to his home and Continued on page two. M THE SOUTH LUDGE TAFT TO "DIXIE" TO RICH RETURNS, UNCES "MY MARYLAND" SAFE SENSIBLE NEGROES WILL NOT BYS BY STANDING FOR BRYAN AND CAPIER SPEAKS OPTIMISTICALLY SHE MAY BE FOUND IN REPUR- FETTERS WILL BIND NORTH- ARTY CONTROLS — COLLECTOR ATION IN INDUSTRIALISM AND HILL NORTHERN NEGROES COME E SPIRITS WHO LOOK UP HOPE- The first place, the business and commercial interests of the city of Baltimore and the State are unwilling to risk a Bryan administration, and regardless of party (some openly and many secretly) they are advising the election of Taft and Sherman. The Baltimore Sun, than which, under ordinary circumstances, there is not a stronger and more consistent Democratic organ in the country, has for many weeks advocated the election of Taft and Sherman. Taft's victory in Maryland, however, could not be accomplished if the 56,000 colored voters were not in line for him. This, I am glad to say, they are. Here and there are a few who have declared their allegiance to Bryan; but the great mass of the colored voters will work and vote for the entire Republican ticket. The emblazeries of Bryan have found but little encourage- ment or comfort among our voters. It is hard to convince our voters that they should vote for a party this year, in a national election, when the same party next year in a State election, will vote for the distranchisement amendment. There will be submitted to the people of our State in November, 1909, an amendment to the Constitution of the State, which will (if adopted), practically eliminate the Negro from the elective franchise, and our colored voters are alive to the situation and will not be led off by the fallacious arguments of the colored Bryanites: that the Republican party has not done all that it should have done. They reei that it is better to trust a delinquent friend than to strengthen the arm of a known enemy. They feel also that even if Bryan has made promises to his colored devotees that he would treat the Negro fairly, that he must either be inconsistent with his party which has disfranchised and "jim-crowed" the Negro—or insincere in his promises to his colored friends. The colored vote of Maryland stands today as it has always stood—ready and willing to protect and be used for the best business and industrial interests of the nation—to preserve the best government of the State, and to help those who would maintain their, civil and political rights—and oppose those who would destroy them. This, in brief, is the political situation in Maryland. HARRY 8. CUMMINGS. TENNESSEE IN LINE FOR TAFT AND SHERMAN James C. Napier, the cashier of the One-Cent Savings Bank, of Nashville, Tenn., and one of the South's most capable lawyers, who ever keeps his hand upon the public pulse in his section, gives expression to the following optimistic opinions with reference to the election of Judge Taft, and the prospect of his leading Tennessee away from the "Solid South." "As I view things," said Mr. Napier, "from this standpoint, it looks very much to me as though both Keutucky and Tennessee are going to cast their electoral vote for Taft and Sherman. The disaffection among the colored voters is rapidly being removed. When November 3rd comes, they will undoubtedly vote as solidly for Taft and Sherman as they voted in 1904 for Roosevelt and Fairbanks. A short while ago it looked as though they would be somewhat divided in this State as so the candidates for Governor; but the attitude of the Democratic press of this city and other parts of the State is driving all of them to a united support of the entire Republican (Continued From Page One.) TOURS MISSISSIPPI WHERE THOUGH SOME OF HIM—WHITES AND BLACKS VIEWS ONE A OTHER TO DO HOMAGE TO MEMBERS WHO HAS CHANGED THE EDUCATION REALS. TRIP THROUGH ARKANSAS TWO YEAR DUPLICATION NEGRO BUSINESS LEAGUE SHOWS RATING RESULTS TWO MONTHS OF PREPARATION—ONLY SIX STOPS SERVED FOR PARTY, WHICH TRAVELED IN PRIVATE CAR TIMES AS MANY TOWNS ASKED FOR OPPORTUNITY TO MESSAGE OF HOPE—FIRST S TOP AT HOLLY SPRINGS, 1,800 CROWDED PLACE OF ME ETING AND OVER 3,000 OUTSIDE—LIMERAL ARTS BUILDING AT JACKSON PARK DENSITY NEVER BEFORE SEEN—OVER 5,000 ACCORDING SLASTIC RECEPTION TO DR. WASHINGTON. Mound Bayou, Miss., Oct. 12.—No event in the history of the Negro people of Mississippi for a generation has attracted more attention than the memorable tour of Booker T. Washington through the State, which came to a close here at Mound Bayou two days ago, Saturday, October 10. For two years, or more, the Mississippi State Negro Business League, through its president, Hon. Charles Banks, has been urging Dr. Washington to make such a tour through Mississippi as was made three years ago through Arkansas, and what was then Oklahoma and Indian Territories. Arrangements for the entertainment of Dr. Washington has been going on for something like two months, and when he came to the State, it was thoroughly afame with interest. Although arrangements could only be made for visits for six centers of Negro population, there must have been six times six applications from other places for the honor of entertaining the "Wizard of Tuskegee." Reaching Memphis, Sunday, October 4th, he was welcomed at once by a special committee of reception, composed of citizens of Memphis and other parts of the State, who took charge of him and his immediate party until Monday morning. Dr. Washington being domiciled at the beautiful home of Attorney, and Mrs. J. T. Sette. The first place to be visited was Holly Springs and the entire party, which left on a special Pullman tourist car, as guests of the Mississippi State Negro Business League, was as follows: Dr. Booker T. Washington, and his secretary, Emmett J. Scott, and stenographer, Nathan Hunt; Hon. Charles Banks, cashier of the Bank of Mound Bayou; Mississippi; Major R. R. Moton, commandant of the Hampton Institute, Hampton, Virginia; Bishop Cottrell, of the C. M. E. Church, Holly Springs, Mississippi; H. T. Kealing, editor of the A. M. E. Church Review, Philadelphia, Pa.; Dr. E. C. Morris, president National Baptist Convention, Helena, Arkansas; Dr. R. E. Park, Boston, Massachusetts; Dr. Bradley Gilman, Boston, Massachusetts; R. C. Simmons, editor of the National Review, New York City; Charles Stewart, newspaper correspondent, Chicago, Illinois; E. P. Simmons, Hollandale, Mississippi; W. W. Cox,delta Lena Penny Savings Bank, Indianola, Mississippi; Hon. W. E. Mollison, president Lincoln Savings Bank, Vicksurg, Mississippi; Hon. J. T. Settle, attorney at law, Memphis, Tennessee; Prof. J. A. Martin, president Colored State Teachers' Association, Jackson, Mississippi, and A. P. Bedou, photographer, New Orleans, Louisiana. The first stop was at Holly Springs, Mississippi, which point was reached about 10 o'clock. Monday morning, a reception committee of some 30 persons, or more, in decorated carriages received the party and escorted it to the Baptist Normal College, where Dr. Washington spoke for a few minutes. He was then driven to Rust University, where inspection of the various buildings was made and then to the Mississippi Theological and Industrial College, where a similar inspection was made. The whole party was then driven to the residence of Bishop Elias Cottrell, of the C. M. E. Church. Bishop Cottrell has one of the most beautiful homes owned by Negroes in any part of the country. Special committees had prepared an elegant repast, which was served prior to the main address of the day, which was to be delivered in the assembly room of Rust University, and upon which occasion, President W. W. Foster presided. Prof. E. E. McKissack, a teacher in the university and grand treasurer of the Negro Odd Fellows, introduced Dr. Washington to the huge assembly. Eighteen hundred or more people, white and black, crowded every available inch of space in the chapel, while nearly 3,000 others were compelled to wait outside, because of their inability to get in. After speaking for an hour and a quarter, Dr. Washington was driven to the campus of the Mississippi Theological and Industrial Institute, where he addressed the hundreds who were unable to crowd into the chapel of Rust University. After these two addresses, Dr. Washington was again driven to Bishop Cottrell's home, which contains a big party were guests of honour at the banquet given in their honor in Local Negro Business business colored citizens of Holly Springs, the banquet was a most elegant and the dining hall, as well as the portions of the house being decorated in patriotic colors. The entire party was here photographed after the banquet, arrangements made for departure to the country to be visited. Jackson was reached Tuesday morning, October 6th. Instead of stopping, the special car was guided to the track leaving for U. of Mississippi. At Utica, W. H. Holtclaw, president of the Utica Norm and Industrial Institute, with a reception committee of Utica officers drove them at once to the school grounds, where breakfast was needed. Mr. Holtclaw has located his school in the center of the section, where the Negroes outnumber the whites in the proportion seven to one. This school was founded just five years ago, and also has an enrollment of 580 students with 25 teachers, with academic industrial teaching. There are 1,500 acres of land and the valued at $75,000. Mr. Holtclaw one of the most successful gee's graduates, and he him that The Wesleyan from his main school. At Jackson, Mississippi, preparations had been made for the reception and entertainment at the party. The local arrangement were in the hands of a committee, of which Perry W. Howard, the well-known attorney, was chairman, and associated with him were Merrill Diamond Cox, Dr. L. W. Manaway, J. A. Martin, W. M. Richardson, W. M. Jefferson, Rev. E. W. Jones, R. K. Atwood, attorney, S. A. Beadle, R. G. Cooper, and a number of other prominent in the Negro business and social life of the community. From 1 o'clock until 4 in the afternoon, Dr. Washington was the guest of his friends, and was shown the different places of interest, the business houses, schools, and clubs maintained by the Negroes. By arrangements with the State Fair management, the Liberal Arts Building was utilized for the occasion of Dr. Washington's public address, and there, long before the hour of o'clock, large but orderly crowds assembled, and there were also quite a large number of whites, who were prompted by curiosity or interest, or both, to hear for themselves this noted Negro leader. The vast floor space was packed with humanity to a density never before seen in that building, except perhaps, on one occasion, that of the notable Nool-Brower joint debate in 1907. The proceedings were opened with a short prayer by Rev. E. W. Smith, a local minister; after which the guest of honor was presented in a neat speech by P. W. Howard, attorney. It is probable that Booker T. Washington has never been recorded a more enthusiastic reception than that which he received in the Auditorium when he arose. He was in a happy and felicitous frame of mind as he got down to the meat of his address. L. K. Atwood, the well-known Negro banker, preadded. In the audience were not less than 5,000 persons and so estimated by the newspapers. Among the whites were Governor Noil, Lieutenant Governor Manship, Bishop Charles R. Galloway, of the Methodist Episcopal Church, South; Banker Millsape, the wealthiest citizen in Mississippi; the postmaster at Jackson; the United States Marshal, Hon. Edgar S. Wilson, and a considerable number of others to the number of 700 or thereabouts. A most regrettable incident occurred after the close of the address, when the vast stream of people were making their way out of the building—one of the three or four stairways leading from the gallery to the first floor gave way suddenly and precipitated a dozen or more persons to the floor beneath. Fortunately, no one was seriously hurt. The local Negro Business League had advertised the line of march over which the decimated cavaliers Courses Academic, State Normal, Biblical, Vocal and Instrumental Music, Carpentry, Blacksmithing, Practical Gardening and Craftsmithy, Cookery, Serving and Dressmaking. Equipment Sample Buildings, Beautiful Car- cations of over 6000 volumes, Minneapolis, Dairy, several acres and Beds. Expe Books, Room Rent and Tuition essary Expense not over $6.5 Special Eight valuable scholarships and Athletics, Band, Literary Socie- ternments, Musical Clubs, Y Storer is a Non-Sectarian, O For Illustrated Catalogue se Sample Buildings, Beautiful Campus, Laboratory, Telescope, Libraries of over 6000 volumes, Comm Illus Barn, Piggery, McNary, Dairy, several acres of of ga dens, Cold Frames and Stap Beds. Books, Room Ront and Tuition free to West Virginians. 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This is of especial interest to the colored office holders because it is said that a wholesale daughter may be expected among the clerks, messengers and workers in the better places on the labor roll. The "po' whites," who make their rounds among the department buildings have seen so many well-dressed colored men sitting at desks in the corridors, apparently doing nothing, and they have become imbued with the notion that white men should have those "snaps," instead of being compelled to sweat under a Virginia sun from dawn until dark to keep the wolf from their doors. They want these places, and if Bryan is elected, their congressmen will endeavor to have the civil service rules so suspended that poor whites will have a chance to be "railroaded" in to them. Of course, these colored messengers work, but their heaviest duties are at hours when the buildings are closed to visitors, and the latter have a mistaken notion abut the labor devolving upon them. Anyhow, there will be an insistent demand for the "heads" of these colored underclerks, messengers and laborer jobs if Bryan is placed in the White House. Any colored employee of the government, who wishes to have his scalp will find it expedient to himself to go to his voting booth, wherever it may be, and put in a ballot for Taft and Sherman. According to a hint thrown out by a prominent official, a failure to do something for the party in the close states, may lead to a "jacking-up" later on for "pernicious Inactivity." A strong effort is being made by a well known race leader to have carried into effect the order of Secretary of War Taft, touching the matter of colored band masters for colored regiments in the army. Secretary Taft issued an order about 18 months ago, with the approval of the President, to the effect that in the future no white man should be enlisted to serve as a band master in any of the colored regiments. Two regiments, the 9th cavalry and 25th infantry, it is understood, have colored band masters now, as a result of this liberal GRAND R Just Received ou GRAND RAPIDS FURNITURE CO. WE HAVE Just Received our New Stock of Furniture, and would be pleased to have you call and let us show you through. OUR STOCK OF FURNITURE Is the very latest designs, with prices to suit the people, and under the new management we expect to please you. GRAND RAPIDS FURNITURE CO. 214-216 Capitol Street. Campus, Laboratory, Telescope, Li- Comm Hous Barn, Piggery, of of gardens, Cold Frames and denses on free to West Virginians. Nec- 50 per month to State students Features six prizes awarded annually. ties, frequent Lectures and Eo- M. M. C. A. Christian Institution. end to policy, but by some hook or crook, the white chief musician of the 10th cavalry, stationed at Fort McKinley, Philippine Islands, was re-enlisted last August, to serve in his usual capacity. A suggestion has been made that the re-enlistment was permitted to allow for transfer to a white regiment, and this solution of the problem may be worked out as soon as a suitable colored band master can be found. The chief musician of the 24th, at Fort Madison in New York, who is white, has not yet been supplanted by a colored man, but the place will probably be opened to a colored chief musician as soon as an available leader presents himself. The chief musician of the 25th is now on a furlough. Competent musicians of the race, who would like a position carrying honors and emoluments, would do well to investigate this situation and get themselves in line. The administration deserves great credit for this liberal concession to the colored soldiers, and too much praise cannot be bestowed upon Emmet t.J. Scott, of Tuskegee Institute, for calling the attention of Secretary Taft, to the matter and keeping its far-reaching possibilities constantly before the War Department. Word reaches Washington that Rev. Ernest Lyon, Minister to Liberia, will not be able to pay a visit to the United States this fall, as he had planned, on account of pressing diplomatic issues that demand his attention at this time. A large delegation of colored leaders of this city went over to Baltimore. Monday night, to hear Judge Taft's great speech at the Lyric theater. Attorney Thomas L. Jones, Virginia's favorite orator, spoke to an immense audience of colored voters, Saturday night, at Germantown. Pa., and did some effective "spell-binding," Tuesday night, at Cambridge, Md., where he was the guest of Councilman H. M. Sinclair, Keeper of Records and Seal for the Knights of Pythias of this jurisdiction. Recorder John C. Dancy has been addressing great crowds at Elmira, Rochester and other points in New York State. He will be on the stump constantly from now until election day. Register W. T. Vernon is booked for an address at Cleveland, O., on the 23rd, speaking with Hon. T. E. Burton and ex-Stamp Agent John P. Green. The death of Samuel R. Scottron, which happened suddenly last week at his home in Brooklyn, N. Y., came as a distinct shock to his many friends in this city. The Democrats of color are in desperate straits. Their sophistries, threats, appeals to passion and pleas for money, have all fallen flat and APIDS FURNISH WE HAVE r New Stock of Furn the clean-out, courteous and convincing arguments presented by the stalwart Republicans are closing the ranks of our voters throughout the country. Preacher Corrothers has been shelling the woods hereabouts without result, and on last Sunday night made a feeble attempt to answer Judge Taft's prompt and vigorous characterization as a "lie" the statement made by Corrothers that Taft favored the repeal of the 15th amendment. Preacher Waldron is burning midnight oil in his office here, when typewriters are writing for dear life and sending out "literature" by the barrel to bolster up a failing cause. He is also oscillating between Washington and New York, in search of the coin to finance his truly "independent" movement. Bishop Walters is now to be sent barn-storming into Kentucky and Indiana for a final stand, and Trooster, Scott, Gunner and the rest are sweating blood in an effort to stir up disaffection in New England, where Bryan will not have a "look in." In New York City, word is brought by a Tammany club leader that the colored men who support Tammany in local elections do not feel bound to the Tigers on national issues, and have announced their intention to vote for Taft and Hughes. How far the news that there is "nothing doing" financially from the Murphy camp may be a factor can be left to those who are closer to the situation than your correspondent. In Chicago, where the Democratic local forces have a large Negro following, the same complication is reported to exist. The Negroes will stand by Taft on national questions, and Deneen on state matters. In West Virginia and Maryland no fear is felt for any defection among the colored voters, as the Democratic attitude on disfranchisement and Jim-crowism has made it impossible for them to consider a departure from the Republican field. The cry of "Brownsville" on the part of the Democrats has no effect, since it has been so clearly shown that the Democratic party is opposed, not only to the reinstatement of the 25th, but is in favor of turning out the entire four colored regiments of Negro soldiers. The battle is won, as far as the colored voters can make victory certain—and that is much in all the States mentioned. The Negro Democrats have blustered; the Negro Republicans have fired solid shot and will reap the fruits of their labors on November 3rd. Ralph W. Tyler, Auditor of the Navy department, goes to his home in Columbs, Ohio, this week to register and to put the finishing touches on the missionary work that the Republican stalwarts have been doing in the Buckeye State. Before leaving Washington, however, he put in a busy week for the race. At helping the worthy, he is always "on the job." Within the past ten days, Mr. Tyler has secured the promotion of John H. Paynter, of Colorado, from a $1,000 to $1,200 clerkship in the office of the Commissioner of Internal Revenue; saved a faithful colored man from being dropped on account of a retrenchment in expenses; and secured the appointment of Herbert Gee, a young colored man of Gallipolis, Ohio, to a clerkship in the Treasury department under the new banking act. This was all done in Mr. Tyler's characteristic, unassuming style—without bluster and without sending the news broadcast, accompanied with a cut of self. Another significant fact, worthy of special mention, is that he has stuck right to his post here, not taking a vacation either last summer or this, and now leaves his duties at the office to exercise the bounden duty of an American citizen—to register his vote at the polls. Mr. Tyler's record since coming here a year and a half ago is one of which any public official of any race might justly be proud. THE ADVOCATE. ticket, and we are hoping to elect Tillman for Governor, as well as to carry the State for the national ticket. "I am at a loss to understand how intelligent or honest men can—as they will do by voting for Bryan—place the seal of their approval upon all the perfday of the Democratic party of the past half century, to say nothing of what went before, towards the colored man. Any considerable Negro vote cast for the Democratic candidates will, in the future, be claimed by such men as Heflin, Vardaman, Ben Tillman and their followers as an approval of their course in dealing with the Negro and an encouragement to them to carry the right across the Mason's and Dixon's line. They will then endeavor to fasten upon the Negro of the North and of all other parts of the country the same fetters with which they have bound his brother in the South. Can it be that any honest man wishes to bring about such a condition of things in this country? I believe not. But I do believe that when the votes are counted there will be a very small, a most insignificant proportion of the Negro vote found to be cast for Bryan and Kern, or for any other part of the Democratic ticket in any State in the Union. "The rank and file among the Negro voters," continued Mr. Napier, "of both the North and the South are as solidly for Republicanism, the Republican party and its nominees as they were. The only supporters of the Democracy are to be found among those men, who, through some selfish motive, have undertaken to constitute themselves the guardians of the Negro's political status, and to dictate to him how and for whom he shall cast his vote. In their effort to take him out of the Republican party, where everything has been done for him and carry him into the Democratic party, where everything has been done against him, they will, before the end comes, find themselves woefully mistaken." Mr. Napier then handed your correspondent a clipped editorial from the Nashville American, in which Judge Taft and the Republican party were bitterly denounced because of their flat-footed endorsement of the 13th, 14th and 15th amendments and warning the Southern electors not to be persuaded by the candidate's general bearing to vote for him and thus give their sanction to such unholy doctrines as the equality of Negro citizenship, the reduction of representation, and the possible use of force to protect the Negro in the enjoyment of his rights under the Federal Constitution." The Ohio State platform was particularly obnoxious to the American, and Judge Taft was condemned, for going out of his way to declare that "I stand with my party squarely on that plank in the platform." Mr. Sherman was denounced for voting in congress for the so-called "force bill," designed to see that every voter in the South, black or white, was allowed to deposit his ballot in the box, without let or hindrance. INDUSTRIAL AWAKENING Col. Henry A. Rucker, Collector of Internal Revenue at Atlanta, makes the following observations on conventions in the State of Georgia, which are very permeant in view of the recent adoption of the distrancensing amendment and the evolution of the Negro along industrial and commercial lines. A letter from Col. Rucker says, in part: The South has thrown off many of its old customs and has undergone many changes to its good. The old traditional ramparts have been forced from their almost impregnable foundations, after a long siege, and the severest bombardment modern thought is able to make. An awakening in industrial training has more than commenced; labor has been dignified, so that its performance is no longer the job of a race; but more than of a condition; and even the man of means is no longer warped with the idea that his children must not soil their hands at honest toil. The proletarian or Indigent class is fast disappearing, and honest labor is becoming a part of the new system. Education, refinement or birth is not now a deterence to the fulfillment of the infunction to "earn bread by the sweat of one's brow." So, that the seions of the old regime sometimes now turn to work, which under the old order of things, would have been regarded as degrading. "With diversified industries, this surely appeals to greater self-interest, and will compel a realignment, according to the various interests and changed conditions in the South. Still, the South is behind other sections in tolerance and in freedom in speech and political thought and action. And here is where she loses her opportunity of again becoming supreme in the councils and foremost among the statesmen of our country. "But, if my vision is clear, I see her awakening from her long sleep, and in rising, breaking the fetters of the blind partisanship that has kept her chained to a non-progressive party even since the fateful scene at Appomattox. At least this is true of Georgia, my State. For here the people in every walk, rich and poor, merchant and mechanic, black and white, are quietly talking Taft—and if they vote as they talk, the November election will show the State of Georgia in the Republican column. Judge Taft has done that. South's great service in coming into its a ..ANNUAL AUTUMN SALE.. At LASKYS Now On. We also offer swelle $30.00 and $35 Suits for this sale at ..$22.50 $1.50 GRAY WOOL MIXED BLANKETS—a pair ..08c 98c BLANKETS, in Gray or White, a pair ..50c $4.98 ALL WOOL BLANKETS..$2.08 CANTON FLANNEL — BEST 10c Canton Funnel in Mill Ends at 712c SHEETING—33c Bleached Shooting, 82 inches wide, on sale at ..21c 12 1-2c PERCALES—in a big assortment of light and dark styles MUSLIN—7c Unbleached Muslin and 7c Bleached Muslin, in Mill Ends, at ..5c CHAMBRAY GINGHAMS—10c and 12c Chambray Ginghams, in an endless variety of new styles at .7 12c TAFFTTA SILK—Best $1.00 Tat-feta Silk, yard wide, guaranteed to wear, on special sale at ....79c DRESS GOODS—Dress Goods and Suitings, this season's most popular Suit and Dress materials, in all new shades, on special sale at, yard 39c WOMEN'S NEW FALL SUITS, $12.98—Words cannot do as much as a visit by you to see them. They are unmatched elsewhere under $20. Besides we alter free. WOMEN'S NEW FALL COATS AT $5.95—Full length, 50 inch model, made from good chevots in Black, Brown Tan and Maroon. Trimmed with Silk Braid, collarless, new sleeves with cuffs, and would be a bargain at $10, during this Anniversary Sale, only $5.95 ders on a fraternal visit—to show us that we are in the Union. Little as one may think of it, I do not think his gracious words of greeting and cordial invitation to join in the nation's prosperity" feast will be disgarded. If nothing more at this time, it will be as bread cast upon the waters, bring multiplied benefits in future years." WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A NEGRO DEMOCRAT Bryan's Colored Supporters Must Subscribe to All the Evils Committed by the Red-Handed Party Which He Is Leading. Twenty reasons why the Negro should support the Democratic party and leave the Republican party may be enumerated as follows: 1. Because every slave-holder was a Democrat. 2. Because every slave-holder was a Democrat. 3. Because every man who fought to keep the Negro in slavery was a Democrat. 4. Because every member of the Ku-Klux-Klan was a Democrat. 5. Because every member of the southehn mobs that have hanged and burned hundreds of unconvicted Negroes were Democrats. 6. Because every "Jim-Crow law has been passed by Democrats." 7. Because every legislature that has disfranchised Negroes has contained a majority of Democrats. 8. Because Ben Tillman, Hoke Smith, Jim Vardaman, Jeff Davis, Tom Dixon, Tom Heflin, and Ed Carmack are Democrats and stand high in the councils of the party. 9. Because West Virginia Democrats have placed planks in their platform advocating separate cars and restricted suffrage for the Negro, where such things have not existed heretofore. 10. Because the Georgia disfranchisement law has been passed by Democrats in the midst of a campaign, when Negro votes have been asked in the North. 11. Because Governor Vardaman, who refused to charter Negro banks in Mississippi, is a Democrat. 12. Because Bryan's election would mean the appointment of enough Democratic justices to make the Supreme Court Democratic, and give an opportunity for the annulment of the 18th, 14th and 15th amendments by interpretation. 13. Because Heflin, the desperado, who tried to foist "jim-crow" street cars upon the District of Columbia, is a Democrat, and every vote cast for the infamous measure was cast by Democrats. 14. Because a Democratic administration would bring about a cleaning out of Negroes who now draw $8,000,000 from the United States government. 15. Because Congressman Rull, who introduced a bill at the last session of Congress, to repeal the law providing for the punishment of offenders against citizens' rights, is a Democrat. the department is busy with enthusiastic buyers—and why not? When you can buy a swell $25.00 suit for $16.98. SILK TRIMMED FRENCH VOILE SKIRTS AT $7.95—Made from Altman Volle in new flare models, 4 to 4 1-2-yardse wide, trimmed with 4, 5 and 6 folds of taffeta. These same style skirts are sold at other stores in this town at $12 to $15. Come see them while they are on sale at $7.95 400 WOMEN'S MIXED SKIRTS—Some were $2.98, some $3.98 and up to $4.50, on sale at $1.98 $3.00 BLACK TAFFETA SILK WAISTS at $1.95—These are made open front or back, long or short sleeves elaborately trimmed fronts, best values in town at $1.98 50c short silk gloves in Black, Navy White and Gray ... 290 UNION SUITS—Women's Swiss Ribbed Union Suits ... 394 Children's Union Suits ... 254 Splendid lot of offerings in a clean-up in Boys' Suits, therefore reduced prices, regular $2.50 Suits reduced to ... $1.69 BEARSKIN COATS — Children's Bear Skin Coats, in all the new shades and white, sizes 1 to 6 years $5.00 ECRU AND WHITE LACE WAISTS at $2.95—Beautifully trimmed all over in nine styles, all sizes, this season's newest models one sale at $2.95 LADIES WHITE NETT WAISTS $2.00 kind, on sale at $98c $5.00 SILK PETTICOATS AT $3.98 —Made of good Black Rustling Tafetta Silk, and is a grand bargain at this sale, price $3.98 $5.00 and $6.00 DRESS SKIRTS AT $3.95—Made of Chiffon, Panamas, styles are plain and shadow stripes. These are a manufacturer's stock bought by us at a great sacrifice, in Black, Blue and Brown, full pleated $3.95 WOMEN'SMUSLIN DRAWERS AND CORSET COVERS—On sale at... 21c KID GLOVES—600 Prs. Women's Kid Gloves, every pair warranted to wear like a $1.50 pair, all sizes, in Black, Brown and Tan... 89c 16 Button Kid Gloves, black only, the $3.50 kind, on sale at... 2.48 16 Button Kid Gloves, Tan, on sale at... 1.98 16. Because the trades unions that discriminate against Negro skilled labor are controlled by Democrats. 17. Because the frauds which prevent colored men from becoming members from the South are committed by Democrats. 18. Because the principal objection to the candidacy of Judge Taft—that he stands on a platform declaring for the enforcement of the war amendments and equality of American citizenship—is brought forward by southern Democratic newspapers. 19. Because the opponents of the confirmation of Dr. W. D. Crum, the intimidators of Mrs. Cox at Indianola, Miss., and the scoundrels who have shot Negro postmasters in the South, are Democrats. 20. Because the Democratic party has made a rule in every Southern State, where the main strength of the party is, to the effect that no Negro can vote in the Democratic primary election, and has proclaimed openly that they do not desire the Negro vote. For all these reasons—and more—all self-respecting Negroes should (?) support William Jennings Bryan and the Democratic party. TAFT THOROUGHLY TESTED. It may be doubted whether the country has ever had a candidate for the Presidency who was ever so thoroughly tested as Judge Taft has been. During the past seven years he has been intrusted with missions in regard to matters of the greatest difficulty and importance; and in every instance he has brought about the most favorable results. He has been intrusted time and time again with most important duties of the Presidential office and has never been found wanting. In fact, it may be asserted that he has already served as President, as in many cases, the management of affairs in Cuba, Panama and the Philippines has been left so far as detail is concerned, to his own discretion. On the contrary, Mr. Bryan has had almost no personal acquaintance with the management of public affairs. With the exception of a term or two in the House of Representatives, he has served in no public office, and he was rather an inconspicuous figure even in the House. No one can remember any important thing which he did, any great results that he secured, or any useful policy that he advocated. On the other hand, he has had as many failures as Beau Brummel had in tying his cravats. It the people of the United States have as much discretion as a railway company exercises in employing an engineer, they will surely employ Judge Taft, the competent, in preference to Bryan, the untried. To vote the straight Republican ticket, make a cross in the circle under the Eagle. The Republican ticket is on the right of the ballot. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 1906. MN SALE.. Now On. ss---Great Throngs of Suit Autumn Sale. us lastic buyers—and why not? When r $16.98. 50c short silk gloves in Black, Navy White and Gray.....20c UNION SUITS—Women's Swiss Ribbed Union Suits.....30c Children's Union Suits.....25c Splendid lot of offerings in a clean-up in Boys' Suits, therefore reduced prices, regular $2.50 Suits reduced to.....$1.69 BEARSKIN COATS — Children's Bear Skin Coats, in all the new shades and white, sizes 1 to 6 years .....$1.95 Flannelette Kimonos, 50 and 69c kinds on sale at .....39c $5.0¢ SILK PETTICOATS AT $3.98 — Made of good Black Rustling Taffeta Silk, and is a grand bargain at this sale price.....$3.98 800 PRS. OF 20 STYLES WOMEN'S $3.50 and $3.00 SHOES, made of Vici Patent Kid, Gun Metal and Tan Russian Calf, all sizes, will be on sale at ..... $1.98 MISSES AND LITTLE GIRLS' SHOES—In Vici Kid and Tan. ..... 79c WOMEN'S VICI KID AND PATENT KID—Blucher styles, $1.50 Shoes at ..... $1.19 MISSES' $1.50 SAMPLE SHOES 98c GREATEST $2.98, $3.98, $4.50 TRIMMED HATS IN CHARLESTON —That's what we think of our Trimmed Hats, that's what you will say when you see them. It's a fact that our $2.98, $3.98 and $4.50 Trimmed Hats will compare with any other store's $5.00, .400 and $10.00 Hats. To vote the straight Republican ticket, make a cross in the circle under the Eagle. The Republican ticket is on the right of the ballot. SPECIAL COMMISSIONER'S SALE OF CITY PROPERTY Pursuant to the authority conferred by two decrees of the Circuit Court of Kanawha county, W. Va., in the chancery cause of A. H. Irving vs. The Iron Blast Building and Loan Association, of Roanoke, Va., et al., one dated July 7, 1906, recorded in chancery order book No. 29, page 414, and the other decree dated October 3, 1908, recorded in chancery order book No. 31, page 340, I shall on Saturday, November 14, 1908, beginning at 10 o'clock a. m., proceed to sell the property described in the papers and proceedings. a said cause, at the east front door of the court house of said county, on Court street, in the city of Charleston, at public outcry to the highest bidder for one- third (1-3) cash on the day of sale, and the *balance in two equal payments in six (6) and twelve (12) months, with the right reserved to the purchaser to pay either one or both of said deferred payments, with the interest accrued to the time of payment at any time before maturity. The property to be sold consists of all that lot of land with the buildings and improvements, situate in the said city of Charleston, fronting on Lewis street, about 74 1-2 feet, and extending back by parallels lines about 142 feet to the Burbridge lot, being the lot acquired in deed of partition between Irving and Burbridge, dated December 4, 1886, recorded in deed book 45, page 335, in the County Clerk's office of said county. L. E. McWHORTER; Special Commissioner. Bond, with approved security, given by above named commissioner, as required by law. Teste: D. M. SHIRKEY, Clerk Kanawha Circuit Court, W. Va. 10-15-4t Hotel Brown American and European. A Popular Hotel for Colored People. 85 Rooms. 50c, 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 1008 500 Capitol St F. C. BROWN, Prop. CORRESPONDENCE PARKERSBURG Misses Virginia and Leota Giles entertained, Wednesday evening, at their home, in honor of their brother, Dr. Algy Giles, of Chicago. A very pleasant time was spent by those in attendance. Games and various forms of amusement were enjoyed. At the close of the evening's entertainment, delicious refreshments were served. Those present wore: Misses Lena McClung, Alberta McClung, Julla McClung, Esther Colston, Bernardine Peyton, Clora Butler, Pearl Brown, Bessie Gooden, Mrs. Emima Custis, Mrs. Leopold Sheffey, and Charles Pierce and H. D. Hazlewood. Mrs. J. M. Carter returned from Virginia last week and brought with her Virginia Davenport, her little protege, who will enter Sumner school. The church social given at the Armory, West Marletta, Ohio, but Thursday evening, by Wesleyan M. E. church of that city, was a grand success, both financially and otherwise. The address by Rev. Coll of the Unitarian church, was an admirable one and was well received and highly appreciated. To vote the straight Republican ticket, make a cross in the circle under the Eagle. The Republican ticket is on the right of the ballot. H. D. Hazlewood spent last Saturday and Sunday in Cambridge, Ohio, visiting his parents. Mr. and Mrs. T. O. Lacy and children, of Belpre, Ohio, were in the city, Sunday, visiting friends. Rev. Byrd, of Baptist connection, who was attending the Baptist Association in Parkerhburg last week, preached an able sermon at Wesleyan Methodist church, Sunday morning. Rev. W. T. Jones preached in Pomeroy, Ohio, Sunday. The reverend goes there to preach once a month. Rev. and Mrs. C. H. Pierce left last Saturday for Columbus, Ohio, where the reverend is pastor of a church. Mrs. E. V. Seams was quite indisposed, Saturday and Sunday. Mrs. John Bayes was on the slick list at this writing. The church social of Wesleyan M. E. church, which was held at Mrs. Jacob Custis' last Tuesday evening, was a great success. Mrs. Robert Sedwick, Sr., and Miss Emma Thomas, of Clarksburg, are guests of Mrs. James Madison. HUNTINGTON. Rally services, were held at the Baptist church at Guyandotte, Sunday afternoon, at which time Rev. S. A. Thurston filled the pulpit. Mrs. R. D. W. Meadows is ill at her home. Mrs. Robert Woodson, after a prolonged visit to her former home in Virginia, returned home, Saturday, accompanied, by her mother, Mrs. Hart. The Y. M. C. A, held its weekly meeting, Sunday, at the 16th street Baptist church. Besides the regular services, the association was very in- MARKS EXPERIENCE PATENTS TRADE MARKS DESIGNS COPYRIGHTS &C. Anyone sending a skotch and designt may quitely accrastall per citation free publication. Invention is probably patentable. Communica- tion is not required. HandBOOK on Patente son-free. Oldest agency. For acquiring patente. 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Mrs. Anna Johnson spent several days last week in Gallipollis, guest of Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Gee. Little Cecil, son of Mrs. Mipnie Byrd, was quite ill several days last week. Rev. Lewis, of the A. M. E. church, attended conference at Wheeling last week, returning home the first of this week. The concert given at the 16th street Baptist church last Friday evening was well attended. Mr. and Mrs. James Justice spent Saturday and Sunday with home folks, returning to Winona, Sunday evening. Attorney Monroe and Dr. Barnett were at Ceredo last Tuesday on political business. MONTGOMERY. Mr. and Mrs. S. J. Jackson, entertained at dinner, Thursday, Rev. S. A. Thurston, of Huntington; Rev. Warner Brown and Rev. V. Harriday. Mrs. Wallace Page, of Kanawaha City, was up, Sunday, tq see her son, J. S. Page, who is sick with mumps. Miss Ada Burke, of Charleston, is here, the guest of relatives. Mr. and Mrs. S. J. Jackson were business visitors to Charleston, Tuesday. Rev. E. C. Page preached at Alderson, Sunday. At the request of Rev. V. Harriday, Principal H. H. Ralley is preparing a literary program to be rendered at the Odd Fellows hall, Tuesday evening, October 27, for the benefit of the M. E. church. John Prillerman, of Charleston, is here the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Archie McKinney. Hon. C. H. Paype and Hon. J. H. Oalnes spoke to a large crowd, Monday evening, from Judge M. J. Simms' porch. The M. J. Simms' band furnished music. Rev. J. J. Turner, teacher at Mt. Carbon, was here, Monday. John Shelton, of Quinnmont, was here the first of the week, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. I. S. White. The revival at the First Baptist church is meeting with marked success. Baptizing next Sunday. J. C. Gilmer, of Charleston, was a business visitor here, Thursday. Commandant W. H. Lowry, of the W. Va. L., was up, Sunday, to instruct the Uniform Rank of K. of P. in drilling. J. C. Campbell, of Washington, D. C., was here, Wednesday of last week. Attorney T. L. Norris, of Wheeling, was a visitor at Republican headquarters last week. LEWISBURG. Miss Ella Scott left Saturday morning for Mississippi, where she will spend the winter with relatives. Lake Gardner left Saturday for Bramwell, where he will spend the winter with his uncle, J. P. D. Gardner. Mrs. Virginia Robinson, Misses Mamie Curry and Louise Gardner spent Saturday in Ronceverte with friends and relatives. Gilbert Haynes, of Brushy Ridge, will spend the winter here. A. P. Stranghter, of Hinton., was here, Thursday, to organize a Taft Republican club. He is a man of great energy and intelligent, and always makes a success of what he undertakes. No better man of our race could have been selected for this important work. To vote the straight Republican ticket, make a cross in the circle under the Eagle. The Republican ticket is on the right of the ballot. Thomas Norris, of Wheeling, will address the cofedored Repubncans of this place at the court house tonight. Rev. Wm. Jackson, of Mt. Tabor Baptist church, held a most successful rally at his church yesterday. He was ably assisted by Rev. Pannell, the distinguished divine of Staunton. Rev. Jefferson, of Covington, was here, Sunday, in the interest of the Epworth League, of which he is president for the Staunton district. He preached two able sermons at the M. E. church, Sunday. His address before the Epworth League was able and inspiring. Rev J. W. Waters, Jr., gave his people much wholesome political in in action, Sunday night. Rev. Watere is still growing in the esteem of his people. POWELLTON. Thomas L. Norris, a prominent lawyer of Wheeling, was here, Friday night, on political business. He addressed the voters at the Assembly hall. A. D. Fairfax and wife were business visitors in Montgomery, Saturday. Misses Cornellia Spears, Carrie Fairfax and Mrs. Kathryn Johnson were among the shoppers in Montgomery, Saturday. Among those coming from Eikridge to attend the services here Sunday were: Wallace Kinney and wife, Mrs. Haze Brannon, Mrs. Sheffey and Miss Carrie Fairfax. Mrs. Nellie Johnson and daughter, who were visiting relatives in Martin, returned home, Thursday. Mrs. Mattle Jones and Stanley, of Page, are guests of Mrs. Ludelia Wood. Miss Gussie Fairfax, who has been at McKendree for the last two months, was the guest of her mother, Saturday and Sunday. To vote the straight Republican ticket, make a cross in the circle under the Eagle. The Republican ticket is on the right of the ballot. Mrs. Mary Preston and Mrs. Mary Davis, of Charleston, were the weekend guests of Mrs. Sophig Robertson and Mrs. A. D. Fairfax. Dupee Saunders, or Eagle, and Delphia Williams, of Montgomery, were present at the services, Sunday. The dedicatory services, which will last a week, began last Sunday morning. At 11 o'clock, Rev. R. D. W. Meadows, of Huntington, preached to a large and enthusiastic audience. At 3 o'clock, D. T. Evans, manager of the Mt. Carbon Coal and Coke Company, gave a timely and interesting talk to quite a large crowd. At 7:30 o'clock, Rev. Meadows again preached. The reverend seemed to have been at his best, and it was a treat to listen to him. The collection for the day was $81.60. LONDON-HUGHESTON. The Woman's Improvement League will meet, Thursday, October 29, at the home of Mrs. Mattie Hill. G. T. Massie spent Sunday in Montgomery. Mrs. Mary Brown returned home, Tuesday, from the Institute. She was called there a few weeks ago by the illness of her daughter, Mrs. B. Prillerman. Last Monday night the home of Mrs. Molle Anderson was the scene of a very brilliant affair, the occasion being a birthday party. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. S. B. Graves, Mr. and Mrs. James Coales, Mrs. E. B. Hill, Mrs. O. S. Anderson, Mrs. J. A. Brown, Mrs. M. P. Clement, Mrs. N. L. Preston, Miss Junior Chancellor, and Willis Franklin. Refreshments were served at a late hour and the company dispersed feeling that they had spent an enjoyable evening. Mrs. Jane Smith was shopping in Mrs. Jane Smith was shopping in Montgomery, Monday. To vote the straight Republican ticket, make a cross in the circle under the Eagle. The Republican ticket is on the right of the ballot. Miss Ada Burke, of Charleston, was the guest of Miss Mary E. Anderson, Saturday and Sunday. The entertainment given by the Improvement League, Saturday night, was largely attended and was a success financially. Mrs. M. J. Banks, of Handley, was in our town last week, calling on friends. Mrs. Mollie Anderson and Mrs. Mary Clements were shopping in Montgomery, Monday. Mrs. Mattie Hill, who has been on the sick list, is able to be out again. A great many people of this place went to Montgomery, Monday night, to hear Hon. Chris. Payne speak. WINIFREDE. Mrs. Sallie Johnson and daughter, Miss Anastine, spent a few days here, guests of Mr. and Mrs. T. B. Gilles, last week. Mrs. James L. Thomas returned home from Charleston, Saturday, where she spent a few days visiting her parents. She was accompanied home by her sister, Miss Lillian Wright. Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Woolring, Mr. and Mrs. D. Wiseman, Mrs. G. W. Perkins and Mrs. P. L. Alexander were business visitors to Marmet, Saturday. B. F. Starks, of Charleston, spent a few hours here, Friday. Mrs. Ed Tate spent a few days in Charleston last week. Miss Anne B. King returned, Monday, after sepending a few weeks at Hugheson with friends. Mrs. Ella Means spent Saturday and Sunday here, the guest of her parents. To vote the straight Republican ticket, make a cross in the circle under the Eagle. The Republican ticket is on the right of the ballot. Ed Robinson spent a few days out of town last week. Rev. F. E. Smith filled his regular appointment here. Sunday, and preached two very interesting sermons, and also announced his intention of holding protracted meetings, beginning Wednesday before the third Sunday in November. Mrs. E. M. Francis returned from Pittsburgh. Friday, where she spent several weeks. On the 11th inst. the Baptist women met with Mrs. M. A. W. Thompson presiding, and reorganized the missionary society. The following officers were elected: Mrs. Annie Moseley, president; Miss Willie Chapman, vice president; Mrs. M. A. W. Thompson, secretary pro tem; and Mrs. Matilda Green, treasurer. The meeting was large and enthusiastic, and the women are determined to do something for Jesus. Winifrede will be heard from in the Alderson meeting, August, 1909. Mrs. Lucy Thomas is our district worker. CEDAR GROVE. A large crowd was out to the Cedar Grove school house, Monday night, to listen to the able address delivered by Hop. T. G. Nutter, of Charleston. As a lawyer, the speaker stands in the front rank; as a man, his actions are above reproach. He advocated to the men of his party to vote the straight Republican ticket. While in town Hon. T. G. Nutter was the guest of Mrs. James Mima. Hon. Emery Carter passed through en route to Ward, to address the Republican voters of that place. John H. Dingess made a business trip to Huntington last Tuesday. Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Vaughn, a baby girl. Miss Gertrude Parrish, the teacher at Harewood, was the guest of Misses Mendows and Peters, Saturday. Mrs. Mabel Phillips, of Charleston, is the guest of relatives here this week. To vote the straight Republican ticket, make a cross in the circle under the Eagle. The Republican ticket is on the right of the ballot. Mrs. M, Beamer, and daughter, Mrs. T. W. Martin, were guests of relatives at Hansford last week. Rev. D. D. Davis preached two able sermons here, Sunday. Miss Amelia McDaniel, of Ward, was in town a few hours. Saturday. Little Garland Meadows has been ill for the last two weeks. John Richmond last last week for a ten days' hunt at Martinsville, Va. While there he will be the guest of relatives. WESTON. There was organized here on last Thursday night the Glasscock Republican Club, with a memebrship of 47. The officers are: E. Simpson Brown, president; W. Garl Hutchinson, secretary, and N. E. Hutchinson, treasurer. Questions affecting the race will be freely discussed at each meeting. Rev. J. L. Griffith, on account of illness, did not leave for conference until Last Wednesday noon. He was accompanied by his wife, Mrs. Jane Brown, Maria Perkins and a few others. To vote the straight Republican ticket, make a cross in the circle under the Eagle. The Republican ticket is on the right of the ballot. William Jackson, chef at the Camden hotel, gave a "possum supper on last Wednesday, night, to the Red Rook Quartet, composed of Messrs. Brown, Hutchinson, Jackson and Hutchinson. The "gentlemanah of the woods" was so prepared as to suit the tastes of the most fastidious, and the "Iliquid refreshments", which accompanied it, made the supper, says the four, a most enjoyable one. James Bailey has been confined to his room for the past week with an injured foot. Rev. Reed, of Buckhannon, held services here all day last Sunday. Rev. and Mrs. Frank Reynolds have returned from a visit to their son Charley, at Meriden. Little Salille Bailey has entirely recovered "from a recent severe illness PAGE. Mrs. Emuja Baine is quite ill at this writing. Calvin Martin returned, home., Friday, from points on the N. and W. Hon. J. M. Ellis and Anderson Roten addressed the voters here, Friday night. Miss Georgia E. Banks was called to Montgomery on business, Monday. Mrs. Ellis Jones and Josephine Stanley were at Powellton, Sunday. Mrs. R. B. Jones was shopping in Montgomery, Monday. Reece Baine has returned home from Charletson to spend some time with his parents. To vote the straight Republican ticket, make a cross in the circle under the Eagle. The Republican ticket is on the right of the ballot. Rufus and Alex Crow received the bad news of the death of their mother, Thursday. Mr. Baine was a business visitor to Bluefield last week. Mrs. Susan Smith and daughter Martha, of St. Albans, are visiting her grand-daughter, Mrs. Wirt Melton. KANAWHA CITY. F. D. Page and J. W. Woods addressed a large and enthusiastic meeting of colored citizens at South Ruffner last Saturday night. After the speaking, a club was organized, with a membership of 27, all pledging themselves to vote the straight Republican ticket. The following officers were elected: Frank Haston, president; J. W. Woods, vice president; F. D. Page, secretary; Henderson Fields, treasurer. The club was named in honor of Hon. W. E. Glasscock. Mrs. J. W. Page was called to Montgomery by the illness of her son, J. S. Page. Matthew Ohle was the guest of friends in Kawawa City last Sunday, Rev. J. W. Page went to Leewood to fill an appointment for Rev. B. Ballard Brooks. To vote the straight Republican ticket, make a cross in the circle under the Eagle. The Republican ticket is on the right of the ballot. Mrs. J. W. Woods attended the Woman's Day at the A. M. E. church in Charleston, Sunday. W. W. Lewis and T. R. Johnson returned to work at Winkfrede, Monday. Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Jackson have been spending a week with Mrs. R. B. Johnson. Miss Mary F. Page, who has been spending some time with her brother and sister, returned home last Friday. E. Russ returned home, Sunday, from Crescent, where he spent several days with his sons. ALDERSON. A. P. Stranghther, of Hinton, was in our town last Tuesday in the interest of the St. Luke's. Cameron Crawford is home from Charleston. James Brown was a Hinton visitor last Sunday. J. M. Trice entertained the church aid, Thursday evening. A good crowd was out and enjoyed most highly the few hours at "Montevilla." Rev. E. C. Page occupied the pulpit of the Baptist church, Sunday, and delivered two excellent discourses, which were well received by the congregation. Conkling Crawford is here from his school at Williamsburg. The Epworth League has been revived, and holds very interesting meetings each Tuesday evening. A merry crowd gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Crawford on Friday evening, to celebrate the latter's birthday anniversary. A delicious repast was served, and all declared it the most delightful affair of many moons. Its readers here are very much impressed with the staunch political attitude of the Advocate. Voters, its guidance is wise, for it is for the interest of the race to go to the polls with its teachings in mind and perform your duty, as it has directed. HINTON On the night of October 5th, the colored political leaders of Hinton called together the colored voters of this city and organized a Republican club for the purpose of discussing the political issues of the great campaign that is now at hand. Dr. C. H. Payne, Jr., was elected president; A. P. Straughter, vice president; E. S. Pack, secretary; R. L. Mickens, assistant secretary. Dr. C. H. Payne, Sr., addressed the voters of this city on the night of October 20th. Dr. Payne is a very distinguished speaker, and a man of high rank, a power in the campaign. A. P. Straughter was out last week electioneering, and has just returned. To vote the straight Republican ticket, make a cross in the circle under the Eagle. The Republican ticket is on the right of the ballot. Mr. Russell Jackson and Miss Jessie Adams were married last week, and have made Hinton their home. Mrs. J. E. Dotson, who has been ill in Dr. G. W. Holly's hospital, is improving. The colored Republican club is making things hot in this precinct for the Democrats, and we are going to make it hotter on the 3rd of November, so say the club members. CARBON. Rev. P. P. Holland left, Saturday, to fill his regular appointment at his church at Plymouth. Miss Lelia Young, who has been on the sick list last week, is some better at this writing. The Taft League met last Tuesday night, with President C. H. Carter in the chair. After the regular business, speeches were made by W. M. Chambers, W. H. Alston, Rev. P. P. Holland and others. The League is 50 strong, and the boys are all solid for Taft. To vote the straight Republican ticket, make a cross in the circle under the Eagle. The Republican ticket is on the right of the ballot. Burl Peaks moved his family to Coal river, Monday. The supper given at the church, Saturday night, was well attended. Miss Ella Dickerson, of Hunting- ton, began school at Wevaco, Wed- nesday. 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KEEP YOUR BLOOD CLEAR Genial Bilt and Sunny Jim March right forward Both in trunk NEGRO PLANK IN THE DEMOCRATIC STATE PLATFORM. "We favor the enactment of a law requiring sommon 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 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." PARTY EMBLEM. 50 For President: WILLIAM HOWARD TAFT, of Ohio. For Vice-President: JAMES S. SHERMAN, of New York. For Congress: JG8EPH HOLT GAINES. For Governor, WM. E. GLASSCOCK, of Monongalia County. For Judges of Supreme Court: IRA E. ROBINSON. W. N. MILLER. L. JUDSON 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. E. C. COLCORD. For Clerk of County Court: L. C. MASSEY. For Clerk of Circuit Court: IRA H. MOTTESHEARD. For Prosecuting Attorney: S. B. AVIS. For Judge Intermediate Court: HENRY K. ELACK. For Sheriff: S. P. SMITH. For County Commissioners M. P. MALCOLM. A. R. SHEPARD. For Assessor: GRANT COPENHAYER. For County Surveyor: FRANK D. BARRON. CHARLESTON·DISTRICT TICKET For Justice of the Peace: FRANK J. HILL. U. B. ATKINSON. For Constables, G. D. ACREE, C. C. KREEMAN. A WORD TO VOTERS. Twelve days from date the destiny of the black voter in West Virginia will be decided for the next four years. Whether he is to retain his present political status or be deprived of the rights guaranteed to every other American citizen, will be definitely known before the rising of the sun on November 4th. Present indications all point to a great Republican victory for the national, state and county tickets. Reports from all precincts of Kanawha county are of the most encouraging nature, but the day of the battle is yet to come, and it is against some of its dangers we would warn the Negro voter, lest the prejudice be stirred up by the Democratic party culminate in serious injury to the object of this prejudice. It is a deplorable fact that election day is usually among the bloodiest on the calendar, and there are no reasons to believe that this one will be an exception. The opposition, with its baser passions, worked up to the highest pitch by leaders made desperate by premonitions of certain defeat, may be depended upon to adopt every means to encompass the undoing of the Republican party. Here in Charleston where the police force is under Democratic control, and the deputy sheriffs are directed by a Democratic chief, are likely to be tried some of the methods which have brought disgrace upon our political system and made of the republic, in some sections, an oligarchy. We would warn the Negroman against hanging around the polls on election day. Vote early and then go home or to your place of employment. Above all things, avoid discussions. Do not allow any one to lead you into an argument, for the word has gone forth that thugs are to be hired to create disturbances with Negro voters before they have voted and the Democratic officers of the law will see to it that the Negro, whether in the right or in the wrong, is held in custody until after the polls are closed. Again, we are to try for the first time the new ballot. Over each ticket is printed the emblem of its party the Republican party being represented by the Eagle, the Democratic by the Rooster. To vote the Republican ticket, which every black man will do, one has only to make a cross mark in the circle under the Eagle. Simply that and nothing more. But this election is too important to take any chances. Too much is on the hazard for us to take any chances on our ballot being correctly marked. We would, therefore, advise every man to enter his voting place, to tell the Republican clerk that he wants to vote a straight Republican ticket, to see that he (the clerk) makes the cross mark in the circle under the Eagle, and that the ballo is dropped into the recetacle prepared for that purpose. Remember, before you vote that your ballot will count for or against your voting again. Bear in mind, that you are one of the factors in deciding whether you shall ride in Jim Crow cars or be accorded the privileges granted others who pay no more than you. Vote the STRAIGHT REPUBLICAN TICKET. PLAYING WITH THE BUZZ-SAW. Some of our brethren, a few because of a false conception of duty, the majority because of the hope of reward, are announcing their intention to support this or that Democratic candidate for county office. They say the sheriff, county clerk or county commissioner, as the case may be, will have no voice in legislation; therefore, they endanger none of their civil or political rights by voting for him. While it is true that the county officers named above have no direct influence upon legislation, there are absolutely no grounds for the assertion that the Negro's political status is not affected by their holding office. Taking the county commissioners as example, under the new election laws these gentlemen have the power of appointing the registrars upon whom to a certain degree depends our franchise rights. If the majority of the county commissioners is Democratic, they will appoint registrars of the same political faith. These Democratic registrars may or may not properly register the black voter when he appears before them. If the voter entertains any doubts as to his registration, the law grants him the privilege of appearing before the commissioners on the day appointed for that purpose, but what assurance has he that even then he will get his name on the list. His hearing may be postponed beyond the limit, or so many obstructions may be placed in his way that the time will expire before he is able to produce satisfactory (to the Democratic commissioners) evidence that he is entitled to be registered. So much for the commissioners. The sheriff, through his deputies, is able to build up a county machine, which, when used as a vehicle for the dissemination of erotic doctrines, contributes to Republi- can defeat. Then, again, the money, which would otherwise be contributed from his office to the Republican campaign fund, is, by a Democratic sheriff or Democratic county clerk, used against the party which has ever stood for equality of citizenship for all men, regardless of color. There remains then only one safe course for the Negro to pursue. He must, perforce, vote for, Republicans for every office from President to Constable. In order to safeguard his status as a citizen, he must support the party which has never been known to deprive him of his citizenship. He must, though the Democratic candidate may have assisted him personally, bear in mind that the Democratic party stands pledged to decitizinize his race, to reduce them to a state from which there is onl yone step to the slavery of his forefathers. Don't monkey with the buzz-saw, but vote the straight Republican ticket. THE SUPREME COURT. It's almost certain that the Supreme Court of the United States will be reorganized during the next four years; and, of course, should Mr. Bryan be elected, he will do the work. In so doing he would be compelled to be governed in his choice of the new justices by the wishes of the South, and, in a little time, the supreme bench, would have a majority of justices entirely ready and willing to reaffirm Judge Taney's dictum. There is no surmise about this statement, and the statement needs no proof, being self-evident in character. In view of this fact, for Afro-Americans to vote for the election of Mr. Bryan, would be moonstruck madness. Even under existing conditions, the Afro-American derives but little benefit from the decisions of the courts; under such courts as would be constituted under the Bryan regime, he would have no protection whatever either in the North or the South. The election of Judge Taft is the only possible preventive of such a fearful calamity to the race as the installing of a Solid South Supreme Court. Great efforts are being made to induce Afro-American voters to twitter away their votes among the Socialists, Popnlists, Prohibitionists and other side-show parties, to do anything except to support Judge Taft, but we feel confident that the mass of the voters will never be led into such an act of consummate folly. The Republican party is the only party that has ever done good for the Afro-American, and it is not considered wise policy to swap horses while crossing the stream. FORAKER FOLLOWERS ARE FOR TAFT. Oliver Randolph, Roscoe Conkling Simmons, Bishop Lampton and Gilchrist Stewart were the chief keepers of the Foraker movement for the Presidency last spring. They were in the confidence of the Ohio Senator and knew him like a book. They followed his fortunes until the majority of the delegates at Chicago, registering the will of those who sent them to the convention, named William Howard Taft as the Republican standard-bearer. Senator Foraker hastened to enroll himself under the Taft banner. His loyal followers did likewise. They are there today, supporting Taft, but just as loyal as ever to the fortunes of Senator Foraker, who is not now running for President. The irreconcilables who are using the name of Foraker to conjure up bugaboos against the Republican party are deceiving the people who place any confidence in their pretensions. They are serving the Democratic party from ambush, and are not true friends of either Foraker or their race. As Mr. Randolph very clearly shows, there is nothing in common between Bryan and Foraker on any proposition: A vote for Bryan cannot in any sense help vindicate the champion of the discharge soldiers, for the party of Bryan is uncompromisingly opposed to the reinstatement of the "Black Battalion." Senator Foraker has not declared himself against Mr. Taft, and has no asked his colored friends to desert the Republican party or the Brownsville or any other issue. Senator Foraker is a "regular" Republican, and has always been so; his Negro allies, who wish to please him, will be "regular" also and vote as a unit for Taft, the "regular" Republican nominee. Some of the "independents" make the point that the Democrats cannot repeal the 15th amendment, because the required two-thirds of all the States cannot be lined up against it. The truth of the matter is that the Democratic program does not contemplate such a regular method of disposing of the Negro voters. If Bryan should have the appointment of four "justices" on the supreme bench in the course of his adminis- tration, it will be easy to bring a test case to that tribunal and have the amendment declared illegally adopted or some other device equally technical. What would the Negro do about it? But supposing the Democrats should fall to destroy the 15th amendment, what right-minded Negro wishes to see in power a party that even has the desire to steal away his citizenship? Why take such desperate chances, to no purpose? Mr. Bryan has referred to the Oklahoma constitution as very excellent. And there is no doubt but that Mr. Bryan is quite familiar with its provisions and is fully aware of the fact that it is saturated with jim-crowism all the way through. It is a fair inference that Mr. Bryan is fully in favor of jim crow cars and waiting rooms and all other kinds of Democratic devilry. On the other hand, it is a fact well known that Judge Taft wont to Oklahoma expressly to defeat the abominable constitution and failed. It seems probable that Mr. Bryan would favor a jim crow constitution in Nebraska, but there is too much Republican party out there for him to secure such a result. The Nashville American takes Mr. Taft to task for emphasizing his fealty to the plank in the Chicago platform, which declares for the enforcement of the 13th, 14th and 15th amendments, and describes this declaration as a tacit insult to, the South, to which such a thing as equality of citizenship for the Negro is highly repugnant. It is pretty hard luck for Mr. Taft to be excoriated by the Democratic organs for standing up for the Negro, and then suffer abuse by Negroes who haven't gumption enough to know that he is standing up for them. In disappearing from the campaign, Prof. DuBois evinced more "those sense" than some people have been willing to give hm credit for. The campaign of the Democrats among the Negroes has been waterlogged from the outset by too many pulpitless preachers, paperless editors, bankrupt capitalists, characterless adventurers and promoters of industrial schools on paper. The colored departmental clerks at Washington are getting in shape to go home to vote. If they want to remain in the nation's capital for a few years to come, they will find it to their advantage to keep the friends of of genuine civil service reform in the White House. Editor Murphy, of the Baltimore Afro-American Ledger, makes a mighty show of political "virtue" in declining a "pittance" that no national committee has offered him in exchange for his "influence." Judge Taft may get no electoral votes in the South this year, but the "soft answer that turneth away wrath" may be productive of good results four years hence, when he is a candidate for re-election. It is always well to look ahead. The colored man who is buying a home for his family can have an assurance of a continuance of good wages only by keeping the party or industrial progress in power. Judge Taft is showing by his record that he is a far better friend o labor than the theoretical Mr. Bryan who works only with his mouth, an Mr. Gompers, who works nothing but the workingman. No class of citizens have more at stake on the labor question than the Negro. Brother Knox, of the esteemed Indianapolis Freeman, is "sore" about sometihng. Like Achilles, he is sulking in his tent, while the battle rages on about him. Maybe Brother Knox wants to run for congress some more, and thinks he will have a better show for a nomination and election than as an outlaw Republican. The Bryanites have secured the services of Jeff Davis to canvass the North, and we carnestly advise every Afro-American voter to go put and hear the Arkansas statesman. Jeff can disgust a carrion-crow and not strain himself. It is a known secret of the Democracy that but for election laws which empower about three Democratic partisans to name all of the election officers, the Solid South would go to pieces like the deacon's one-horse shay: The Republican platform of 1908 says: "We demand equal justice for all men, without regard to race or color." 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Mrs. Claude Lowry, or Boomer, was here last week visiting relatives. The Ladies Aid of the First Baptist church will meet with Rev. S. R. Bullock, Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Emmett Green have issued invitations to the marriage of their daughter, Mabel Frances, to AL 2nd FLOOR BE & MAY Mr. John Henry Wooster, Tuesday, the 27th, their residence, on Court street. Mrs. R. B. Colbert is able to be out again. Miss Lena Rice, teacher at Rush Run, spent Saturday nere with her parents. Creole hair at Mrs. Brown's, 500 Capitol street. Adv. Rev. W. E. Walker was elected recording secretary of the new West Virginia Conference of the A. M. E. church. The first session of the conference will be held at Morgantown next fall. J. L. Brock, of Hampton, Va., en route to DuBois, Pa., was the guest of Miss Minnie Burk last week. Mrs. Annastine James has returned to her home at Chicago, after spending several weeks here with her parents. W. H. Taylor, of Sentz street, is seriously ill. Miss Mary Burks is spending a few weeks visiting friends at Columbus, Ohio. A mass meeting for men will be held at the A. M. E. church, Court street, Sunday afternoon, at three o'clock. Miss Sallie and Minnie Burks served luncheon, Friday of last week, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Page, Bradford street, for Mrs. Guss Ginn, of Pomeroy, Ohio. Covers were laid for Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Mickens, Mr. and Mrs. James Page, Miss Elizabeth Dunnavan, William Jefferson, William Wilcher, Clarence Burks and the honor guest. The Ladies Aid of the A. M. E. church collected $150 for church purposes the past conference year. Attorney J. M. Ellis, of Fayette- ville, passed through the city on his way to Martinsburg, where he was pilled for a speech, Tuesday. Ladies' Day at Simpson M. E. church last Sunday was a great success in every way. Good congregations greeted the speakers at each service. The services all day were conducted by the ladies, and were in charge of Mrs. Nancy Waters. Too much credit cannot be given the ladies for the earnest, enthusiastic and successful way in which they con- ducted things. At 11 a. m. the sermon was preached by Rev. W. A. Spriggs, who took or his text the 22nd verse of the 11th chapter of St. Mark, "Have faith in God." From which he preached in able and earnest sermon. At 3 p. m. Rev. S. R. Bullock preached to an appreciative congregation from St. Mark 16: 3, "And hey said among themselves who shall roll us away the stone from the door of the sepulchre." The sermon was able and convincing and was greatly enjoyed by the congregation. At the night service, Prof. J. McHenry Jones held the undivided attention of the large audience, as in an able and eloquent manner he preached to them from St. Matthew 5: 16, "Let your light so shine before men that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father, which is in heaven." Next Sunday, October 25th, being the date set for the third quarterly meeting, will be observed as men's day, and the exercises will be in charge of the men. At 11 a. m. the presiding elder will preach, and at 7:45 p. m. a stranger will preach. We are now in the closing days of one of the most strenuous political campaigns in the history of our country, and one fraught with great importance to our people. And all overs of the race are invited to come out and hear our presiding elder, who will speak of our duties as Christians and good citizens in this crisis. The ladies of the First Baptist church held a mass meeting, Thursday evening, at which the political issues were discussed. The Women's Hospital Association meet, Monday afternoon, at the home of Mrs. Anna F. Davis. The women are manifesting much interest in this association and are hoping to do much towards caring for the slick. The meetings are on the first and third Mondays of each month. The many friends of Mr. J. F. J. Clark and Miss Sara Brown will be surprised to learn of their marriage which occurred. Tuesday evening, at the home of the bride in Maldon. Mrs. H. H. Railey, of Montgomery was in the city, Saturday, on business. George Braddock has returned to the city, after many years' absence. Miss Ellen Good entertained a few friends at her home, on Hansford street, Thursday evening. Miss Sara Brown returned home from Saginaw, Mich., Saturday where she has been visiting her brother. Miss Lula James was in the city, Sunday, visiting friends. Miss Rhoda Wilson was visiting relatives at St. Albans last week. Preparations are being made for a high class musical to be given on November 4th. Miss Lucinda Williams, of Montgomery, was in the city last week juney, was in the city last week. The Woman's Improvement league met with Mrs. N. C. Carper Friday. The next meeting will be with Miss L. O. Hopkins, on Lewis street. The Wizard (Continued from Page One.) bearing Dr. Washington, his party, and other citizens were to pass, and the business houses, school houses, and residences were decorated in the most elegant way. The whole Negro section was alive with color and enthusiasm. The children of the public schools each with a flag were assembled in front of the school building as Dr. Washington went by and sang songs for him and presented him with a huge bouquet of flowers. At night, a banquet was given in honor of the party at the home of H. T. Risher, the well known banker, where Dr. Washington was entertained during his stay in the city. This banquet was personally given by Mr. Risher himself, and was a most satisfactory one. At Natchez, where the party was on Wednesday, October 7th, an audience that literally filled every available space in the Baker Grand Opera House and overflowed into the streets in proximity, greeted Dr. Washington when he arose to speak at 8 o'clock at night. The audience before which he stood was in many respects the most remarkable that Natchez has ever seen. The entire orchestra of the opera house was given over to the white citizens of Natchez and Adams county, and still there was not room to accommodate them, for they were packed in the rear and stood three and four deep in the aisles. The balcony and gallery were given over to the colored people, and their number was almost countless. On the stage were seated the leading members of the Negro race; while the stage doors were crowded with white citizens, who could not find accommodation elsewhere. Dr. Washington was introduced by President H. C. Owen, of the Natchez Baptist College, who with rare flights of eloquence pictured Dr. Washington's struggles and trumpets and named him the accepted leader of his people and one of the chief figures of the present. When Dr. Washington arose to speak he was greeted by a perfect whirlwind of applause and cheering, and he as visibly affected by the reception given him by both whites and blacks. He went straight home to every question and started in that direction from the very start. One of the features of the meeting was evidenced sympathy between the speaker and his audience, and no less the spontaneous cheering with which his remarks were greeted by his white auditors. When he said that the Negro was in the South and in the South to stay, and that if he desired to leave the white man would prevent, his departure, there were several minutes of applause. At the conclusion of the address, led by Mayor Penbrook, a large delegation of white people made their way to the rostrum and welcomed Dr. Washington to the city of Natchez, tahnked him for his address and said that his influence for good in Adams county could not be computed in words. Dr. Washington was entertained in the home of Dr. J. B. Banks. The committee in charge of all the arrangements for Dr. Washington's entertainment, was composed of the following: Rey. M. E. Davis, D. D.; Dra. J. B. Banks, A. W. Dumas, J. M. May, Profs. G. W. Brunfield, S. H. C. Owens, J. R. Ross. In the afternoon, preceding the address at the opera house, Dr. Washington was present at the corner stone laying of Natchez Baptist College, of which Prof. S. H. C. Owens is president. About 2,400 people were gathered in the chapel and on the campus of the school for these exercises. Dr. E. C. Morris, president of the National Baptist Convention, was also present and delivered a short address. The Vicksburg reception on Thursday, October 8th, was no less interesting and cordial than that at the other places visited. - It was about noon when the party reached the city and was received by a committee from the Vicksburg Negro Business League. The various members were speedily disposed of among the beautiful home of the business, professional and other colored citizens of the town. T. V. McAllister, Receiver of Public Monies, acted as escort to the party from Jackson to Vicksburg, and among others who had joined the party were Perry W. Howard, attorney at law; W. J. Natham, attorney at law; Dr. S. D. Redmond, Dr. A. M. Johnson, D. D., of Vicksburg, president of the Mississippi Baptist Convention, and others. After reaching the city the party visited the Lincoln Savings Bank, of which W. E. Mollison is president, and also the Union Savings Bank, of which T. C. Ewing, Jr., is cashier, and a number of other business places owned and controlled by Negro citizens. During the afternoon, the whole party visited the National Military Park, the National Cemetery, and other points of interest, two large tally-hos being used for this purpose. The Daily Herald, of Vicksburg, reports that more than 2,000 colored people and 700 white people were present in the Clay street skating rink at night, when Dr. Washington arose to speak. An equally large number were on the outside unable to secure admittance. Several well known white attorneys, members of the Vicksburg bar, were seated on the platform. Dr. J. A. Miller presided as master of ceremonies. Dr. Washington was introduced by Mr. Mollison. At the conclusion of the address, Dr. Washington's immediate party was driven to the home of Dr. E. P. Jones, District Master of the Odd Fellows of the State of Mississippi, where a banquet in their honor was tehdered. Immediately following, the party proceeded to the residence of Hon. T. V. McAllister, where another reception was also tendered. The Vicksburg American, on the date following the address, gave editorial expression to views of the utmost liberality in full approval of the good being accomplished by such a tour as Dr. Washington made through the State: The committee in charge of arrangements at Vicksburg was composed of the following gentlemen: T. C. Ewing, Jr., chairman; H. H. Proctor, C. B. Minor, J. J. Morant, B. W. Corrie, Mack Marshall, A. M. Johnson, L. W. Price, W. E. Mollison, Alex Mason and J. H. H. Bowman. Dr. J. A. Miller was chairman of the citizens' committee. A great many other committees were also appointed, including a publicity committee, a reception committee, a place of meeting committee, a decoration committee, a homes committee, a committee on finance, and a considerable number of ushers, composed of leading citizens. At Greenville, where the party was on Friday, October 9th, the court house had been engaged for Dr. Washington's address. It was altogether inadequate, however, for the crowds which came by special excursion and from all the surrounding territory to hear the great Tuskegeean. Not less than 6,000 people were gathered at the depot to greet him on his arrival and box cars and every available inch of space was taken, preventing even the vehicles from reaching the special car. Dr. Washington's appearance was the signal for a prolonged cheer, which continued until he reached big carriage and was driven off. At Greenville, he was entertained in the house of Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Willegean and at night. BLUEFIELD COLORED INSTITUTE A College and Normal Institute for coloured students, located at Bluefield, the leading commercial town of the southern part of West Virginia. on the Norfolk and Western railroad,205 miles east of Kenova BLUEFIELD COLORED INSTITUTE for male and female students; furnished rooms, a reading room supplied with the best current literature; a good library, and a physical and chemical laboratory. Healthful location and wholesome surroundings. Board $8.00 per month. Tuition free to state students, rates very low to non-resident students. The Blufield School offers an unequalled opportunity for young men to secure an education, for they can always find profitable employment when at shool, during vacation, holidays and on Saturdays. For catalogue and other information, write the Principal. WestVa.ColoredInstitute The only Industrial Institute for colored Students in the State. Regular Normal, Academic and Commercial Courses, also Regular Courses in Agriculture, Carpentery and House Building, Steam Fitting, Smithing, Cabinet Making, Painting and Glazing, Dressmaking, Laundrying, Printing. A complete course in Military Training to Cadets. Rooms. Books, Fuel and Lights Free to Normal Students; and in addition Uniforms for State Students. We have a faculty of Twenty-two Teachers Board only Eight Dollars per Month. For catalogue and other information address given in his honor by the Negro Business League of Greenville at the Pythian Temple, Hon. J. W. Strauther, backed up by the most important citizens of Greenville, spared no pains to make Dr. Washington's visit the success it proved to be. The homes of the colored people and their places of business were profusely decorated here, as at other places. Bishop E. W. Lampkin presided at the meeting at the court, house, and introduced Dr. Washington. The banquet in the evening was generally conceded to be the most successful affair of the kind ever given in Greenville. Mound Bayou was not reached until about 11:30 o'clock on Saturday, October 10th. For miles around, hundreds of colored people had come to be present at the meeting. A great platform had been erected over the foundations of the oil mill building, which in process of operation, and which will be when completed, the only oil mill owned and controlled by Negroes in the country. Around this platform was gathered, conservatively speaking, a crowd of eager, enthusiasts numbering not far from 6,000. It was with difficulty that Dr. Washington could make himself heard, so fast was the crowd gathered to hear him. About 400 white citizens were also present. WestVa INSTITUTE, The colore R. P. SIMS, Bluefield W. Va. These had come from various places into the Negro town of Mound Bayou to hear Dr. Washington's address. While here, Dr. Washington was the guest of Hon. Charles Banks, who managed the entire tour, while other members of the party were entertained in the beautiful homes of John W. Francis, president of the Bank of Mound Bayou; Hon. Isaiah T. Montgomery, Mayor Croswell, and others. At night, another meeting was held in the Mound Bayou Baptist church, at which time the various members of the party spoke for five minutes each, Dr. Washington closing the speech making with a little talk of 10 or 15 minutes in length. Fire works were then set off in a vacant lot in honor of the visitors, and the whole day's entertainment closed with receptions in all the important homes of the community. A huge arch, composed of cotton bales, owned and controlled by colored citizens alone and valued at perhaps $10,000, was erected, and through this the party was carried on its way to the place of speaking. The whole city was decorated, and nearly every male citizen wore a decoration on his hat, upon which was printed the words. "Welcome, Booker T. Washington Day, Mound Bayou, Saturday, October 10th, 1908." Institute, West Virginia It seemed a fitting elitmax to the series of entertainment that Dr. Washington's most significant address should have been delivered to this little place, where an experiment in city building is being so successfully carried out. Hon. I. T. Mongomery, who introduced Dr. Washington, himself recognized this significance in their addresses. The whole purpose of his visit to Mississippi, at this time, are set forth by Dr. Washington in his various addresses. We are seeking, he said, to learn something of the progress made along educational and industrial lines by the Negro people themselves, at the same time to help of whatever assistance he could be encouraging them to greater effort and to further cement, as far as possible, friendly relation between the races. The whole trip was a success. Each place vied with the other in extending hospitality, and in gathering in large numbers to welcome the chief guest. Dr. Washington spoke at every place with unusual obequence, and in the most forceful manner possible. His carriage was followed from place to place as he drove through the streets, and hundreds of people gathered at many of the cross stations for even a glimpse. B. E B. ENGLE 17 Capitol Street THE NEW STORE---THE In a purely physical sense this store is new--that has through years of experience acquired and Women and Misses. The varted stocks presented recognition of it. IT IS THROUGH QUALITY AND PRESS. 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In a purely physical sense this store is new--but behind the new store are new stocks with an organization that has through years of experience acquired a mastery of the subject of providing Dry Goods and Apparel for Women and Misses. The varted stocks presented is indicative of this mastery, and the opening days brought a recognition of it. IT IS THROUGH QUALITY AND PRICE MODERATION THAT THIS STORE SHALL MAKE ITS IMPRESS. The following items serve as an index to this purpose. The prices we quote are for ONE WEEK, BEGINNING OCTOBER 19. 38-INCH WIDE BLACK AND COLORED WOOLEN DRESS GOODS IN PLAIN AND FANCY WEAVES. 50c AND 45c QUALITIES FOR ..... 19c. 36-INCH WIDE COLORED DRESS GOODS, IN GARNET, BROWNS, GREENS, GRAYS, AND BLACK AND WHITE. 39c AND 29c KIND, FOR ..... 14c. 52-INCH AND 48-INCH WIDE, HEAVY BLACK SICILIAN. 98c AND 85c VALUES FOR ..... 59c. 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Ladies' Walking Cape Gloves, in Tan and Browns, only 1.00 Ladies' Gauntlet Gloves, in Black, Tan and Brown. $1.38 quality for only 1.00 98c. Ladies' Union Suits Ribbed Union Suits, soft fleeced in regular and extra sizes, (4 to 9) al- ways sells for 69c per suit, during this sale, 43c. only Misses' Ribbed Vests, regular 25c grade for only 14c. ARE YOU A K.OFP.? IF NOT WHY NOT? Do you not know that the Knights of Pythias is the strongest and most progressive order of the age? The four departments of the order are as follows: SUBORDINATE LODGE In this the members are united to care for and protect each other's interest as well as sickness and distress. in this department our young men are receiving a military education which they can get in no other way. thus making them better and more useful citizens. in this the wives, mothers, widows, daughters and sisters of Knights are united for the common purposes of life. In this department we are paying out thousands of dollars annually to the widows and heirs of deceased Knights. If there is no lodge in your locality, confer with the Deputy Grand Chancellor of your District or write W. J. Thompson, Charleston, W. Va., for terms upon which to organize lodges UNIFORM RANK In' this depo young men an military educl they can get way. thus m better and citizens. LADIES' COURT in this the widows, da sisters of Knited for the poses of life. ENDOWMENT In this depart pay ing out the dollars annu widows and ceased Knigh If there is no locality, confer wuty Grand Chanc District or write Charleston, W. V upon which lodges WHERE TRYAN STANDS. We hope that every Afro-American voter will not fail to pay special attention to the following from the Washington Evening Star: The.Omaha Bee, on the subject of the Negro and the suffrage, says: "It would be interesting to know what Mr. Bryan thinks of the question. The southern wing of the Democratic party, which dominates the organization, should be magnanimous and ahow Mr. Bryan to tell the northern people, particularly the nortehn Negroes, where he stands on the question of Negro disfranchisement." "This is a useless inquiry. Mr. Bryan's position is thoroughly plain. He stands just where Mr. Cleveland stood, and just where any other man bearing the national standard of the Democracy would be obliged to stand. He approves of the Negro disfranchisements in the South, and if Maryland, West Virginia, Kentucky, and Missouri should join the States which have already acted he would approve that. Any other position would be impossible for him. The disfranchisements already affected will give him nearly 40 unconstitutional votes, and all of his calculations include that strength. Were he to decry it, and announce a purpose, if elected, to press for an enforcement of the amendments covering the matter, he would commit political suicide. He would lose the whole support of the South, and go down in a defeat which would make Judge Parker's defeat look almost like a triumph by comparison." Any reasonable man can readily see that the statements of the Star are reasonable deductions from the surroundings in which Mr. Bryan ```markdown ``` department we are thousands of annually to the and heirs of de- ghts. o lodge in your with the Dep- ancellor of your te W. J. Thompson, Va., for terms to organize finds himself. His only hope of election lies in the South, and he does not utter one word in condemnation of the most atrocious acts of that section of the country. He even contradicted the statement of some prominent colored men who claimed to have satisfactory assurances from him. He utterly failed to endorse the statements of Mr. Watterson. It is true that he may have made some promises that he would do some favors for such northern Afro-Americans as would try to secure for him a portion of the vote of their race in the North, but, if he did so, he used every precaution to prevent the fact from becoming known in the South. Oklahoma Haskell was "in bad" when President Roosevelt took his first whack at him. Now that Roosevelt and Hearst are both on his back, he is in—well, a much worse place, anyhow. While Judge Taft is winning voters in the West and South by his sound speeches, genial smile and confidence-inspiring handshake, the Man-in-the-White-House is shelling the woods and driving the political guerillas from ambush. There isn't another trump in the Bryan deck for the black or the white players. The Republicans are ready for a show of hands. The Advocate is receiving much praise for its excellence, both in editorial cleanliness, typographical neatness and high character of its news service. The Advocate is "a paper of quality." Rev. Becks preached a special sermon on disfranchisement to a large congregation, Sunday night. Mrs. Mary Brackenbridge died, Tuesday morning, at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. J. W. Eubanks. Miss M. M. Curry, the school teacher of Lewisburg, was here shopping last Saturday. Mrs. Mary Brown is visiting friends of Marlinton. Mrs. Däniel Thompson spent last seek with relatives at Rentick. Misses Hattie and Florence Marshall left last week to attend school t Bluefield. A large crowd witnessed the bapping, conducted by, Rev. Howard White at Fort Springs, last Sunday. Mrs. Richardson, of Charleston, is sitting her father, J. M. Mallary. Mrs. Henry Berry and daughter, of White Sulphur, spent Sunday here. Mrs. J. M. French, who has been ill for a week, is slowly improving. Rev. J. E. Jefferson, of Covington, a., preached at the M. E. church, londay night. Rev. Charles Lewis left for an extended Western trip, Monday. SEWELL. Mr. and Mrs. James Justice, teachers at Winona, were the pleasant guests of Mrs. S. J. Vanhook, Monday. W. H. Jackson, of Thayer, spent several days here last week, the guest of Thomas and Richard Cary. Miss Marcella Witte was visiting her sister, Mrs. Annie Lewis, at Glen Jean last week. Dr. H. C. Gargrove, of Hinton, was business visitor here last week. Miss W. A. Freeland is indisposed this week. Rev, P. A. Harris, of South Fayette, visited his lodge here, Saturday night. Rev, J. H. Hatter, of Winona, was a business visitor here, Tuesday. Buy school shoes that stand the test. Your Shoe Men, palmer & Thomas. RAYMOND CITY. Rev. S. R. Builock, of Charleston, was in our town last Wednesday in the interest of the Hill Top school. He also gave a good talk on the missionary society. After which he preached an interesting sermon. Rev. Nelson Barnett preached his arewell sermon here, Sunday. The church was crowded to overflowing. Rev. Barnett has been pastor of our church about eight years, and we are glad to say he left us in a flourishing condition, both spiritually and financially. Mr. and Mrs. Reece Green, of St. Albans, attended preaching here, Sunday. Miss Florence Coles was shopping in Charleston, Monday. A very pretty home wedding was solemnized in Gallipolis, Wednesday of last week, at the home of the bride's parents. The contracting parties were Mr. Giles Dickerson, of Raymond City, and Miss Parrie Lee Bennett, teacher of the Raymond City school. The house was beautifully decorated with palms, ferns and cut flowers. Promptly at high noon the wedding march was played by Miss Linda Scobt. The officiating minister was Rev. Irving, pastor of the A. M. E. church, of that city. The bride was beautifully attired in a coat suit, of tan and brown. Only the relatives and a few friends of the family were present. After the ceremony an elegant luncheon was served. After which the wedding party left over the K. and M. for Raymond, where a reception was held. The wedding party was comprised of the bride and groom, Mrs. Ann Hart, Miss Elizabeth Dickerson and Miss Abbie Friend. The young couple received many handsome and expensive presents. They will reside at Raymond indefinitely. The young people have the best wishes of their many friends. Best for wear and they hold their shape longest. Sorosis shoes for ladies at Palmer & Thomas INSTITUTE. Born, Sunday, to Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Curtis, a daughter. Miss Mary Noel spent Saturday and Sunday at Montgomery. Hon. T. G. Nutter addressed the citizens of Institute, Saturday. J. Arthur Jackson and Matthew T. Oibe, visited Institute, Saturday. E. M. Burgess returned Sunday morning. W. H. Lowry spent Sunday at Montgomery. Mrs. Brown is the guest of her sister-in-law, Mrs. Byrd Prillerman. President and Mrs. J. McHenry Jones and Rev. W. A. Springgs attended services in Charleston, Sunday. Philip Robinson has moved into a new house. Dr. J. K. Whipper and Mrs. Maud Jackson made a business trip to Charleston, Wednesday. P. H. Payne made a business trip to Institute, Tuesday. Give Brother J. R. Clifford one of those long, loud horns, so he can make up for lost time. A few more choice seats on the band wagon can be had by the right parties, if applied for early. Chorus. "Man of deeds not words is William And the great crowd laughed, "We don't need to tell his record, We'll just vote for Taft." "The G. O. P. has hung its banners On the outer wall" Every man's in-line and marching Ready for roll-call." "Hold the fort for we are coming Several million strong. Laughing, singing, cheering, working. As we march along." "Are you going to vote for William? "Yes." the vast crowd laughed. Wave the answer back to Lincoln, William Howard Tatt. To vote the straight Republican ticket, make a cross in the circle under the Eagle. The Republican ticket is on the right of the ballot. Auditor Ralph W. Tyler tells a big chunk of truth when he says "The only Negro Votes that Mr. Taft will not get will be those which the Democratic party has bought and paid for, and these constitute a very small job-lot that was marked 'undesirable' by the Republican party because of their contemptible venality." The kickers who have kicked themselves out of the Republican party because they were about to be kicked out by the stalwarts, will not be missed. West Virginia has a "Payne"—but such a delightful one that we cannot be happy without it. Chairman Hitchcock is making a "Garrison finish" of the campaign, with colors flying. He is the goods." When one Pearl W. Chavers slipped into the White House and gave it out that fifty per cent. of the Negro vote of Ohio will be cast for Bryan, he took desperate changes of being locked up to await examination for entrance to the bug-house. 99 per cent. of the Negro vote of the Buckeye State will be cast for Taft. Chavers the paperless editor, is talking through his hat. Dr. Sumner A. Furniss, an acknowledged leader among the stalwart Republicans of the Hoosier State, says Indiana is all right for Taft. He knows every colored man of weight from Lake Michigan to the Ohio river and he has yet to find any substantial member of the race who will vote for Bryan. Don't get scared over the things you hear emanating from the enemy's camp. They are generally not so. We have the game in our hands, fellow-citizens, but don't stop hustling. A winner never goes to sleep on his job. It is not wise to consider Jeff Davis, Jim Vardaman, Ben Tillman and Tom Heflin dead, just because they are a trifle obscured by other matters at this stage of the game. They are just scotched—not killed. A Bryan victory would restore them to all their old-time vigor and give them full latitude for harm. Says the follower of Bryan: "I am a Negro Democrat, because I prefer the shotgun policies of Democratic South Carolina to the Liberal spirit of Republic Ohio, where the ballot is sacredly safeguarded for all men, black or white." The pity of it! Says the St. Louis Globe-Democrat: "No man now living can outrank Mr. Bryan as a presidential candidate, since no man now living has had an experience in that way equal to his." It is universally conceded that all human actions are tinctured with selfish motives; and if self-preservation is the first law of nature, the same Afro-American will stick to the Republican party. Mr. Bryan, it is said, is gratified over the results in Georgia. He has very little else to be gratified over. THE HOTEL Are You Working for Money? Or is Your Money Working for You? If you are working and saving your money and putting it in a bank, where you get no interest, keeping it in a trunk or hiding it some where about your house—You Are Working For Money. The Pythian Mutual Investment Association was organized in order to give us an opportunity to put the money we could save together and then put it to work. The above is a picture of our building on the Capitol Square in Charleston. We have just purchased a splendid three story block building on one of the main business streets in the city of Huntington. The first floor is occupied by the Huntington Herald, the largest daily newspaper published in that section of the state, the second floor is used (or office rooms, while the htird floor is a large assembly and lodge hall. This building is sure to pay us well. After the Charleston building had been occupied only eight months our stockholders were paid a dividend of six per cent. Stock is still on sale at $10.00 per share, either paid up or on the installment plan. Ask your agent in your locality about it or write to this office. COLORED VOTER IS SOLID FOR TICKET There's no need to worry about the vote of the colored man in this election in Kanawha county. The large meeting at the court house last night proved that the colored men of Kanawha county will stand by the straight ticket and administer a rebuke to the enemies of good government and the corrupt ring of Chilton-Holley-Stephenson. The court house was jammed from one end to the other and hundreds were unable to gain admittance to the big rally last night, which was held under the auspices of the Taft club. J. W. Viney, as president of the club, called the meeting to order, and introduced J. C. Campbell, of Washington, who talked on national issues and received an ovation time after time during the course of his remarks. After repeated yells, Phil Waters, the young orator of the colored race in West Virginia, made a speech, in which he pointed out the Democratic fallacies and enthused the colored people to a high degree. The meeting was closed by W. J. Thompson, Grand Chancellor of the Knights of Pythias, who made an excellent impression. The colored troops fought nobly during the war, and they will do the same on the third of November; that is, they will go for Taft. Bryan says that the Democratic party is absolutely necessary to restore prosperity. Just how mob-law, lynch-law, nullification and rebellion can restore prosperity, he does not explain. Mr. Bryan's principles, so far as he has any that are fixed, trend directly toward Populism. His utterances of the present day are a heterogeneous mixture of almost every fad andism that has ever been weighted in the balance and found wanting. He stands ready to endorse any creed or doctrine that may secure a vote for Bryan, not excepting Jim crow cars, grandfather clauses and Haskell. Were it not for the abominable election laws of the South, which enable a few politicians to control the elections, Taft would carry some of the Southern States. TAFT'S INVASION OF "THE SUNNY SOUTH" SETS A PRECEDENT FIRST REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE FOR PRESIDENT TO INVADE THE BLUE GRASS STATE AND THE FIRST ALSO TO CARRY BIS CAMPAIGN INTO NORTH CAROLINA, TENNESSEE AND VIRGINIA—CHAIR COLLAPSES, UNDER HIM The special correspondent of the New York World (independent Democrat), writes his paper as follows, concerning Tatt's invasion of the "Blue Grass" State, and other commonwealths of the "Sunny South." "Mr. Tatt said tonight he was astonished by his reception in Kentucky and had decided that the men who told him there was a chance of carrying the State, spoke with a conservatism that he had not appreciated at the time. Tatt's Visit a Precedent. "He is the first Republican Presidential candidate to campaign the Blue Grass State, and will be the first to carry his campaign into Tennessee, North Carolina and Virginia, which he proposes to visit in the next two days. "He entered Kentucky at the eastern or mountain boundary and passed first through that part that was Union during the war and has been Republican since. The enthusiasm and American flags inspired him and when he renamed the blue grass country, where Republicans became fewer and fewer, until there were only enough left to hold postoffices in case he were elected, the politeness of the people, the traditional Kentucky courtesy, upheld Mr. Taft's hopes. He would not even make the speech that he had prepared for the South. Instead, he summarized his impressions of Kentucky at Lexington and Louisville, then talked prosperity under Republican rule. "Mr. Taft was received as a rule with politeness and courtesy through the State. In the eastern section there was genuine enthusiasm. At Lexington his train arrived an hour before the time published and no crowd was at the station. But within fifteen minutes the hall in which he spoke was packed. Chair Breaks Under Him. "When Mr. Taft went on the stage of the Lexington opera house he sat in a chair which gave way, and the 296 pounds of Republican hopes lay full length on the floor. He tested the next chair offered with a care that raised a great laugh. Later he said that any one who tries to follow the affirmative politics if the Democratic party falls between two chairs just as I did a moment ago. "A man interrupted with cheers for Bryan. At the first outbreak Mr. Taft inquired: 'What is that excuse? gentleman trying to say?' When the cry was repeated, Taft said: 'That gentleman has the persistence of his candidate.' 'At Shelbyville Mr. Taft lost his temper. Across the street were two men leaning against a saloon, who persisted in cries for Bryan. Mr. Taft asked them gently two or three times to keep quiet, accompanying his request with his famous smile. But they still yelled. At last he said, pouting to the men: 'That is the reason the Democratic party never gets the government. Men of that type never have respectability, decency nor courtesy.' 'He then said that the right kind of men always let every one have a fair hearing. Mayor Orders Stores Closed. "The mayor of 'Mount Sterling, who is a Democrat, issued a proclamation, asking all business men to close their stores between 12 and 1, so that every one, irrespective of party, might see Mr. Taft, 'in view of his great services to the nation.' "At Frankfort his welcome was almost as enthusiastic. The band played 'Dixie' and 'My Old Kentucky Home,' and the crowd cheered lastly several sentences of the brief speech. "In spite of the rival attraction of Congressman Champ Clark, at Louisville tonight, the parade for Mr Taft and his meeting were the features of the evening. "The Republican State committee has made a poll of Kentucky by Congressional districts that gives the State to Taft by 3,000. Six districts are given to the Democrats, including the First, represented by 'Gille James. The Republicans claim five, including the Fifth (Louisville). "Mr. Taft will speak tomorrow at Chattanooga, Knoxville, Johnson City and Bristol, all in Tennessee. PAGE EIGHT. Mor More Suits Shipme More Suits--Another Big Shipment Just Received. THE FASHION OF THE TWENTIETH CENTURY HO Suits occupy the limelight at present, separate skirts must not be overlooked. The slight financial depression has had its effect on prices here, and in one grade particularly--the popular five dollar skirt, we offer more style and quality than ever before. Other exclusive designs in voiles and panamas, modified sheath and directoire effects, $10 to $25 COY COYLE and AGENTS FO NEW FALL FOOTWEAR We are now displaying all the newest creations in Fall Shoes, among which you will find the best makes, at very reasonable prices. Best of all we guarantee to give you a perfect fit. We carry the largest assortment of styles, a style for every foot. 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NEW SUITS ARRIVING EVERY DAY Second Floor ARDSON ERNS BUY YOUR SCHOOL BOOKS AND School SUPPLIES AT MOORES Book Store U.S. POSTAL STATION 10 DOLLARS AND 118 Capitol St. Remember we give Trading Stamps with all Cash Sales. Don't Forget the Place MOORE'S 100 YEARS OF CHICAGO CITY THE ADVOCATE CONFERS WITH SECRETARY ROOT ON LIBERIA NOTED EDUCATOR TAKES UP WITH SECRETARY OF STATE QUESTIONS AFFECTING WELFARE OF BLACK REPUBLIC WHICH RECENTLY HONORED HIM. Washington, D. C., Oct. 21.—Dr Booker T. Washington spent last Wednesday in the city, and spent several hours in conference with Hon. Ellihu Root, Secretary of State during which time a number of matters were taken up touching the commercial, industrial and diplomatic relations of the Liberian Republic with the United States, Germany, France and England, were fully discussed. Dr. Washington is deeply interested in the future of the Liberian government, and it was through his good offices that the envoyes, who came over several months ago, to negotiate with the United States, received so cordial a hearing at the hands of President Roosevelt, Secretary Root, Secretary Wilson and other high authorities here. Vice President J. J. Dosson, former President G. W. Gibson and Attorney C. H. Duabar, the envoyes, visited Tuskegee upon Dr. Washington's invitation, and were so greatly impressed with what they saw at that industrial beehive that a new impetus has been given the industrial system about to be inaugurated in West Africa. A public reception was given the commissioners by the citizens of Washington, which Dr. Washington presided and gave their work his heartiest endorsement. In recognition of the fact that the success of the mission of the envoyes was due in the largest measure to Dr. Washington's influence and active sympathy, the Liberian government has decided to confer upon the Tuskegee educator the Order of African Redemption, a decoration that is bestowed with great caution and care and is much sought after by Europeans. Dr. Washington is the first American citizen to be so honored by the Liberians. While in Washington, the "Vizard" visited Howard Universi', and gave the assembled students an interesting talk on his observations in Mississippi, having just completed a triumphal tour of that State. He told them of the banks, the beautiful homes, large farms, prosperous industries and thrifty Negroes he found there, and urged the Mississippiians present to return to their native State and help to push on the splendid work that their brothers and sisters and fathers and mothers are doing there. He emphasized the opportunities of the black man in the South, as compared with the struggle in the North and called attention to the fact that in Mississippi, where the Negro is said to be treated the worst, he is making the most positive progress. Recorder John C. Dancy has returned from a successful tour of New York State, having spoken in Elmira, Rochester, Buffalo and Ithaca to large crowds of enthusiastic Republicans, colored and white. He is again on the road, his itinerary calling for speeches in Delaware, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, October 19, 20 and 21; in Maryland, October 22, 23 and 24; in New Jersey, October 26 and 27; and winning up campaign in Indiana during the week prior to the election. Mr. Dancy says there is no doubt of Judge Taft's election, and there is nothing in the story that the Negro voters will neglect to stand by the party on election day. Mr. Dancy is in excellent voice, and his speeches are said to be the most effective he has ever delivered in any campaign. In the company team matches at the Congress Heights rifle range the First Separate Battallon, under command of Major Arthur Brooks, made a good showing. The shooting was done at 200 yards, with 10 rounds per man. Of the 20 companies of the District National Guard participating, Company A made 15th place; Company B. 17, and Company D. 18th place. Rev. Ernest Lyon, Minister Resident and Consul General of the United States at Monrovia, has been instructed by the State department to make a thorough investigation of the political, economic and social conditions existing in the Liberian Republic, as a result of a conference between Secretary Root and Dr. Booker T. Washington a few days ago. In consequence of this important mission, Dr. Lyon will not be able to pay his visit to the United States this fall as he had planned. Easy, footform shapes in Schoal Shoes and at the lowest prices. Palmer & Thomas The Wizard Continued from page five. of him. Addresses were made from the rear of his car at Leland, Shaw and Port Gibson, while at many others he was able only to raise a salutation as his car passed by. No more popular man ever came into the State, white or black, and no man ever spoke to larger audiences than he did. He is the only speaker who ever mied the great Jackson, Mississippi, Coliseum, and while Dr. Washington, of course, had every reason to feel proud of the reception given him, by the colored and white citizens of the State, they, too, feel honored at the privilege offered them to show courtesy to one of the greatest of living Americans. J. T. Harahan, of the Illinois Central railroad, placed a special Pullman tourist car at Dr. Washington's disposal, and every courtesy was shown him by the railroad authority. It is conservatively estimated that 60,000 to 80,000 people saw and heard Dr. Washington during the week's tour of the State. There were many pathetic incidents connected with the tour, especially in the spirit in which he was welcomed by the masses of the people, many of whom seemed pleased, if only they could get a hand-shake, or even touch him as he passed among them. The great masses of the race everywhere have been no more enthusiastic in their reception and welcome than has been true of the great masses of the colored people of Mississippi, and Mr. Banks, the president of the Mississippi State Negro Business League, has the unstinted praise everywhere for having brought about this important visit. Just before the party, which accompanied Dr. Washington, dispersed, the following statement was prepared, and signed by each member of the party, and presented to Mr. Banks at Mound Bayou his home: "Before the completion of our journey through the State of Mississippi, we desire to express our appreciation of the kindness and consideration of Mr. Charles Banks, the director and organizer of this expedition, not merely for the excellent arrangements he has made for our comfort and enjoyment during this trip through the State of Mississippi, but we desire also to express our appreciation of the wisdom he has shown in organizing and directing this tour and giving us an opportunity to see and understand for ourselves the progress that the people of the Negro race are making in the different parts of this State in moral, material, and intellectual directions. We all feel greatly helped and inspired by all we have seen and heard during this instructive and delightful tour. "We wish to record in this format way our sincere appreciation of all that he has done for the comfort and pleasure of all of us." Our $3 dress shoes for ladies are the best values in the city. Your Shoe Men, Palmer & Thomas. BEING HELD ALL THROUGH THE COUNTY. NEGROES, ALARMED BY DEMOCRATIC THEREAT OF DISFRANCHISEMENT AND JIM CROW CARS, ARE GETTING TOGETHER TO DEFEAT PARTY OF BRYAN AND BENNETT. Never before in their political history have the Negroes of Kanawha county evinced so much interest in politics as they are manifesting in these last days of the struggle which is to decide whether they are to be robbed of their citizenship or shall retain for at least four years more the civil and political privileges enjoyed by other races in West Virginia. In order to reach the members of their race direct, an organization was perfected and financed by a-number of citizens of Charleston, where the general headquarters are located in the K. of P. building. J. M. Hazlewood, who has always displayed great activity in movements affecting the Negro, was made chairman, and J. C. Gilmer, editor of The Advocate, secretary. To these gentlemen, with the assistance of an executive committee composed of Dr. H. F. Gamble, J. W. Viney and J. M. Jones, treasurer, was left the conduct of the campaign against Democracy. Their first step was the appointment of captains of the various precints of the city and county in which the Negro vote exceeds ten. These captains, as directed, have polled their precints with the purpose of seeing that every legal black voter was properly registered, have organized clubs where none existed, and have been supplied with literature for distribution among the voters. The services of four regular speakers were secured and these are now stumping the county arousing their hearers to the dangers which threaten them. As many as eight meetings are being held nightly at widely separated points throughout the county and the committee has been, at times, hard pressed to meet the demand for speakers. This method of reaching the Negro vote wherever possible with Negro speakers is a novelty in this section, but that it is an excellent one is being demonstrated by the large enthusiastic crowds which greet them. From all points come the most encouraging reports and every indication is that Kanawha county, where the Negro vote is about 1.700, will give a majority near that figure for the Republican party. Meetings have been or are to be held at Oak Hill School House, Oct. 16; Institute, Oct. 17; Cedar Grove, Oct. 19; Mucklow, Oct. 21; Winifrede, Oct. 22; Spring Hill, Oct. 23. Sterrett Brothers Special From Dress Goods Dept. Today we place on sale 18 pcs. of Wool and Worsted Dress Goods in all new patterns of checks and stripes. Goods that have been retailing at 50c per yd. They are suitable for Misses' and Children's School Dresses, and for Ladies' house wear. Special Sale Price 35c yd. Kid Gloves We desire to call attention to Gloves in 2 clasp, 8, 12 and 16 but in black only. 2 clasp French Pique, in black and colors. 2 clasp Fren Glove, 2 clasp in black and colors, in black and colors, the best morning $1.50 pair. Real French Kid Glove white and colors, $2.25 and $3.25 Sterrett We desire to call attention to our line of REAL FRENCH KID Gloves in 2 clasp, 8, 12 and 16 button lengths. "Majestic" Kid Gloves in black only. 2 clasp French Pique, $1.85 pair. "Carleton" Kid. Glove in black and colors. 2 clasp French Kid $1.50 pair. "Crown" Kid Glove, 2 clasp in black and colors, $1.00 pair. "Manish" Kid Gloves, in black and colors, the best morning glove manufactured, $1.00 and $1.50 pair. Real French Kid Gloves in 12 and 16 button lengths, black, white and colors, $2.25 and $3.25 pair. Sterrett Brothers For these Attorney T. G. Nutter will deliver the main address. Attorney C. E. Kimbrough is scheduled for Handley on the 19th; London-Hugheston, the 20th; Tomsburg, the 21st; Pratt, the 22d; and Standard, the 23rd. Attorney E. R. Carter discussed the issues which affect the Negro at St. Albans on the 16th; Ward, the 19th; Cannelton, the 20th; and Hansford, the 22nd. Attorney J. W. Chappelle exploded Democratic fallacies and pointed out the dangers of supporting any Democratic candidate for office at Mammoth on the 15th; 9th Precinct, City, the 16th; Malden, the 17th; 15th Precinct, City, the 19th; West Virginia, the 21st; South Carbon, the 22nd; and Warrier, the 23rd. W. J. Thompson addressed the voters of the 16th Precinct, City, on the 16th; he spoke in the 16th Precinct on the 19th, and will be at South Ruffner this evening. J. C. Campbell, who has come over from Washington, D. C., to render assistance in the momentous struggle, has hit some effective blows for his party. He was greeted by a large crowd at the Court House Tuesday night where he spoke for over an hour. Last night he went to Institute and expounded Republican doctrines. He speaks at St. Albans tonight. Other meetings will be arranged for next week and the campaign will be brought to a close with a big demonstration in this city, for which efforts are being made to secure W. T. Vernon, Registrar of the U. S. Treasury. First. Because I believe Mr. Taft the most eminently qualified man in America today for President, and Mr. Glasscock, in a marked degree, possessed of those elements of mind and traits of character to make him an ideal Governor. Second. Because they are the exponents of a party, which has always stood for the best interests of the working man, and under the operation of which party's policies the camp-fires of progress constantly blaze on every hill, and the gentle winds of prosperity continually blow in every vale. Third. Because Mr. Taft has expressed himself as follows: "The Republican platform, adopted at Chicago, explicitly demands justice for all men without regard to race or color, and just as explicitly declares for the enforcement, and without reservation, in letter and spirit of the 13th, 14th and 15th amendments to the constitution. It is needless to state that I stand with my party squarely on that plank in the platform, and believe that equal justice to all men, and the fair and impartial enforcement of these amendments is in keeping with the real American spirit of fair play; and because of Mr. Glasscock's known love of justice and fairness, together with his personal assurance, that he would countenance no sentiment or law which looked toward the abridgment of the rights and privileges of any citizen. Fourth. Because they are the candidates of a party, which entertains no malicious hatred toward a downtrodden, though deserving race, nor believes in Jim Crow cars or disfranchisement bills. Lastly. Because they stand for all that is best and truest in this complex American life, and today most nearly represent the thoughts and feelings, the hopes and aspirations of the great American people. L. O. WILSON. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 1908. Brothers ress Goods Dept. of Wool and Worsted Dress Goods and stripes. Goods that have been re- table for Misses' and Children's use wear. Price 35c yd. our line of REAL FRENCH KID ton lengths. "Majestic" Kid Gloves $1.85 pair. "Carleton" Kid Glove ch Kid $1.50 pair. "Crown" Kid $1.00 pair. "Manish" Kid Gloves, glove manufactured, $1.00 and s in 12 and 10 button lengths, black, pair. Brothers $100 a Week Clothing Buy youd Fall Clothing right now on easy weekly or monthly payments. No red tape. Cach store prices. 73 stores, factory to you. Your credit is good. A Men's Snits $12 to $25. Topcoats 10 to $24. Fall Hats $1.50 to $3.50. 10 Women's Suits $15 to $35. Fall Coats $12 to $30. Millinery $3 to $10. Boys' Suits $2 to $5. 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