The Advocate

M. J. Will Seek to Give the State the Best Government at the Least Expense and Asks the Assistance of the People and Officials in Administration. "How to bring about good government should be the aim of the highest statesmanship. It is the problem of centuries. The evolution of society works continually towards good government. Man surrenders some of his natural rights that he may secure through government better protection and larger rights. The chief aim of good government should be to secure to the individual the largest measure of liberty and protection and the enjoyment of the fruits of his labor. "It will not be amiss, however, for one to say now that good government will compel all things necessary to making better conditions and the welfare of the people. Looking towards good government, among the things now engaging the attention of the people is the proper regulation of railroads, trusts and the great corporate combinations, not only in the interest of the people, but in their own interests. I believe in regulation, but not in intrigue with the proper business management of railroads and the great corporations. The people must be protected against the oppression and abuses of railroads, trusts and corporate combinations and generally against corporate and individual greed. The limit of regulation, however, should be to correct and prevent wrongs and abuses of all kinds. I do not want to be understood as holding that a business is necessarily bad because carried on by a corporation. All depends upon the nature of the business and the manner of conducting it. "The state needs development, increased population, more capital more investments, more railroads, and in order to get these things she must be just and fair to all interests. "Under good government, the state will compel and guarantee pure elections, a free ballot, no unlawful use of money in elections, and see to it that the free, unbiased will of the people at all times decides all elections. "To have good government there should be just and fair taxation; and the burdens of taxation should rest on all property, equally and alike. No property owner should escape bearing his full and fair share of taxation. "You say you not only want good government but you want it economically administered. In other words, you would have it managed or conducted with frugality, guarding against waste or unnecessary expense. I interpret that to mean you would have the smallest number of well paid officers, agents, servants or employees consistent with the proper and efficient administration of public affairs. Your representatives and servants should be well paid because in that way only can you secure intelligent, capable, economical and faithful services. "Frugality, I understand to mean, that careful management of anything valuable which expends nothing unnecessarily and applies what is used to a profitable Frugality, I understand it, that our unfortunate wards shall be kept on the least possible sum of money, or that our boys and girls shall be given only such educational advantages as can be had in the expenditure of a niggy sum of money. Every good West Virginia believes in giving to those unfortunate people every comfort, every enjoyment and every pleasure that money can buy and the state can afford. He also believes in giving to our boys and girls school privileges and advantages equal to those given to the boys and girls of any state in the union: But we must not forget that our elemsynary institutions are kept and maintained for the benefit of the unfortunate inmates thereof to whom the state owes comfortable subsistence, and that those in charge of those institutions are simply servants of the people, charged with the duty of rendering to those people the greatest aid, the most pleasure and happiness possible with the money appropriated for the purpose. The penal and reformatory institutions are places of detention for those of our people who have abused the rights and privileges of citizenship; they have vigilated a law which the executive is charged with the duty of enforcing. And to those in charge of these institutions permit me to say it is your duty to see that every law relating to your institution is strictly, faithfully, honestly and impartially enforced, and that in all things you set an example for the inmates thereof worthy of emulation. "The educational institutions are the bulwark of a free government. The difference between a barbarous and an enlightened people is measured largely by the difference in the education and good morals of the two peoples. And likewise the difference between a heathen and a Christian people is largely a difference in education. "I am loyal to the party to which I belong, for reasons which it might not be proper or necessary for me to state at this time. But let it not be forgotten that good business is good politics and the more fearlessly, honestly and efficiently we discharge our duties as the servants of the people, the more zealously we regard our pledges to the people; the less we think of party and the more we think of duty, the more certain we are to retain our supremacy in this state." "A few years ago the slogan of one of the great political parties in this country was "An honest dollar fbr an honest days' work." Commencing with your chief executive and running down the line to the poorest paid janitor, pray that our motto for the next four years may be "An honest day's work for an honest dollar." In the past twelve years West Virginia has made rapid progress in forging ahead as one of the great states of the American union. The West Virginia that you know today is not the West Virginia of 10 or 20 years ago. In my judgment, we have outgrown in many respects the clothes given to us by the constit- tion of 1473. And as an evidence of that fact we have found it necessary and expedient at different times to patch the garment and provide extensions. Might it not be well to make a new garment? And would it not be cheaper and better than to be continually patching, adding to and altering the old one? I know it will cost money but it would be worth the price, we should not hesitate to take this advanced step. For many years the farmers and owners of modest homes paid much more than their fair share of the expenses necessary to meet the legal expense of our state govern- And this had been going on long and these men had be so accustomed to bearing the burden which should have been largely carried by others that they ceased to complain. But my predecessors in office, Ex-Governor White and Governor Dawson, capable, honest and courageous officials, among our greatest men and best governors said this should not continue; that there should be a falter and better system of taxation; and the result is our new tax laws. No one claims perfection of them but the enemies of tax reform admit that the burden is now more equitably distributed than under our old system. We cannot afford to take any backward step in this great reform and when and where time and experience demonstrate the necessity of amending these laws. I feel confident the legislative department of our government will not hesitate to make the correction. "Let us not, however become extremists. We do not desire anyone to carry any part of the load which should be borne by others. Remember, also, that capital is limited and sensitive and only seeks investment where it will be fairly treated. "I have believed for many years that publicity is the best corrective of wrongs known to man. You cannot by legislation make men honest. But there are few men who violate laws or commit crimes against society or mistreat their fellow men, who do not think of the time of the commission of the offense that the injured party will never know who caused the injury. We are taught that some men seek darkness rather than light because their deeds are evil. If that be true, and it is true, why not turn on all the light possible in public as well as in private affairs? "In the discharge of my duties as your chief executive, I shall endeavor at all times to take the people of the state into my confidence and seek light in the execution of the duties laid upon me. And let us advise those in charge of our state institutions to pursue' a like policy. We are often suspected of having done a wrong simply because we sought a dark corner in which to perform the act. "It is always improper for one department of our government to invade the province of a co-ordinate branch thereof, but I cannot refrain from saying that I deeply regret the failure of the legislature to submit to a vote of the people an amendment to our constitution prohibiting the manufacture and sale of intoxicating liquor in the state; and I am further disappointed in its failure to enact a primary election law." On these two matters both parties stand committed, and the fight must go on, will go on until all our platform pledges have been redeemed and the demand of the people have been satisfied. "I confidently believe and predict that we shall ultimately win on these very important questions." "For right is right as God is God, And right the day must win." "The most important duty of your chief executive is not the distribution of patronage, but to see that our laws are faithfully, fearlessly and impartiality executed. In the discharge of that duty I ask because I shall need the assistance of all good citizens and especially do I request the co-operation of all public officials." NEGROES FRIGHTENED. By Warnings From Whites Prepare To Leave Arkansas Town: Dequeen, Ark., March 8.—As the result of the dynamiting of the two Negro homes and the slight injury of a Negro girl in the southern part of Dequeen on Saturday night, many Negroes of this place are preparing to leave, filled with alarm at the outcome of the warnings recently distributed among them and alleged to have been circulated by white men, who are said to have warned them to quit work in the hard-wood Jumber plant operated here by the Dierks Lumber Company and to leave the country. A meeting of business men together with the Sheriff, was held and the Negro residents were assured they would be protected. No arrests have been made as yet in connection with the dynamiting. The Advocate in keeping with a long established custom, gives its readers the learned appropriations of the legislature for the support of Negro institutions for the two years ending October 1, 1910. There was appropriated, in addition to the sums given below, $10,000 for the West Virginia Seminary and College and $5,000 to the Tuftsfield Colored Institute, but these were vetoed by the Governor. It is being contented by some that the Supreme Court's decision, to which appeal has been made, will make these items available. However that may be, the list below stands, the sums in the first column being for the fiscal year ending September 30th, 1909, the second September 30th, 1910. West Virginia Colored Institute Current expense $ 1,500 $ 1,500 Board of regents 500 For salaries of labor 600 600 For fuel 2,500 2,500 Deficit in fuel fund 1,100 For school and dormitory furniture 500 For teachers' salaries 15,000 15,000 For walks and grading 500 500 For engineer's salary 600 600 For repairs to building 1,000 1,500 For kitchen equipment 150 150 For night watchman 400 400 For agricultural, domestic science, printing and mechanical department, cadet books and uniforms and library and reading 2,000 2,000 Canpets and rugs 250 250 For finishing and furnishing girls' domestic science building 1,000 1,000 For repairs to fences 100 100 For bandmaster 250 250 For student labor 600 600 For electric lights and fixtures 300 300 For water supply and fixtures 1,500 1,000 Bluefield Colored Institute. Repairs to build ing, plumbing, etc. ……$ 600 $ 600 Teachers' fund ……2,000 - 5,000 Janitor fund ……200 - 500 Fuel, light and water ……1,000 1,200 Engineer ……300 400 Expense board of regents ……100 Contingent expense 500 800 Fruit-culture and gardening ……300 300 Library and chemical apparatus 250 250 Repairs to furnish- ings fund ……100 100 Repair heating ap- paratus ……300 Fire protection ……750 750 Storer College. For salaries of teachers ..... $ 1,500 $ 1,500 For industrial de- partment ..... 1,000 1,000 Colored Orphans' Home and Indus- trial School. For salaries of teachers ..... $ 3,000 $ 3,000 West Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind. For colored pupils $ 1,000 $ 1,000 For the education and normal training of color- ed teachers ..... 2,000 2,500 Grand total ..... $92,350 Columbus, Mar. 10.—The canal appropriation, $362,000, for the improvement of the canals of the state, went through the senate. It had already passed the house. IS GIVEN SENATOR FORAKER BY WASHINGTON NEGROES Massive Silver Loving Cup is Presented to Champions of the Black Battalion, Who Urge His Heavens to Aid Present Administration in Settling Race Problem. Washington, D. C., March 7. Senator Foraker is the proud possessor of a massive loving cup presented to him by representative Negroes as a token of their appreciation of his efforts or securing justice for the battalion of the Twenty-fifth United States Infantry, colored, which was dismissed from the army without honor by President Roosevelt on account of the "shooting up" of Brownsville, Texas. The presentation was made in the Metropolitan African M. E. Church last night in the presence of an audience of 3,000. In accepting the cup, Senator Foraker speaking of the future of the Negro race made the following reference to President Taft: "In this connection, I call your attention, in a favorable way, to what our new President said in his inaugural address. If I correctly understand what he said, and I think I do, he realizes fully the serious character of this question and intends to do all in his power to bring about a just solution of it. Knowing him as I do, that means that he will do much, and if I correctly understand what is in his mind, what he may accomplish will be in the right direction. Settling the Race Question. "I read what he said with added interest and gratification because, only a few days before February 12, Lincoln's Birthday, he was reported in some of the newspapers as saying at Pelican Park, in New Orleans that the South understood the race question better than anybody else, and that in consequence the North must stand aside and let them settle it. "I must confess that announcement gave me serious apprehension. The proposition was one I could not subscribe to, at least not until I had some satisfactory assurance as to what kind of a solution the South proposed. "I had heard too many speeches from Senator Tillman and others that indicated, if they did not broadly proclaim it, that the Negro should not be allowed to participate in the government of the country and that he should be divested of his right of suffrage and other political rights. "I never could consent to such a program, and therefore, I might be compelled again to differ with the President of the United States, which I would do, although disagreeable, rather than acquiesce in such a wrong. (Applaise.)" Fears Dispelled. "But these fears were dispelled when I read his inaugural message. While I may not fully agree with all he has in mind, or may see fit to do, yet I am rejoiced to know he intends to do what he can to correct the wrongs of the race and bring about some acceptable adjustment for his administration." "It will bring great honor to his name, in consequence not only justice and official duty, but also personal ambition, should work in harmony to bring it about. Everybody should help him who can. I can do but little, but you can do much. I extend you, therefore, to help him, trust him, you have confidence in him and uphold him." The Senator's speech was vigorously applauded. TWO STANDARD COMPANIES OUSTED FROM MISSOURI Jefferson City, Mo., Mar. 10. The motions made by the Standard Oil Company of Indiana and the Republic Oil Company of Ohio, for a rehearing of the ouster suit recently decided against them, and for a modification of the judgment was overruled by the Missouri supreme court Tuesday. The position of Waters-Pierce Oil Co. is withheld in motion of the attorney general for an absolute ouster of the Missouri company being denied. The effect of these decisions is to expel the Indiana and Ohio companies from Missouri and to restore to the Waters-Pierce Company the right to do business within that state. ```markdown ``` NAMED ON THE COMMISSION TO INVESTIGATE BLACK RE- PUBLIC. Personnel of the Commission to be Sent in Believed by the State De- partment to Inspire Public Confidence in the Project—Ogden and Hollander On. Washington, March 8.—Robert C. Ogden of New York, Jacob Hollander, of Baltimore, and Booker, T. Washington will compose the commission to Liberia to investigate the conditions in that republic. They will examine into the present political conditions in Liberia, confer with the officers of the Liberian government, and report recommendations as to the specific action on the part of the United States most appropriate to render effective relief to the Republic of Liberia under the present critical circumstances." Senator Hale has received from President-elect Taft a letter urging an appropriation of $20,000 to be made before the present Congress expires to pay the expenses of the commission. President Roosevelt and Elizhu Root, as secretary of state, have previously urged that this appropriation be made. Mr. Taft in his letter to Senator Hale, says it is of the utmost importance that the United States shall do something to help Liberia. Mr. Taft reaffirms in substance Mr. Root's declaration that it is quite clear that Liberia is very much in need of assistance, that the United States can help her substantially and that t s our duty to help her. The personnel of the commission to be sent it is believed at the State Department will inspire public confidence in the project. Mr. Ogden is known widely for his interest in Southern educational problems and the general uplift of the Negro race. Mr. Holander is the financial expert who reorganized the public debt of Sato Domingo, and devised the plan under which the debt is now being paid in instalments from collections made by American church officials. Mr. Ogden has not definitely announced his acceptance of the State Department tender, but he will be in Washington tomorrow and it is confidently expected that after talking with the State Department officials he will declare his readiness to go to Liberia with the commission. Booker T. Washington's appointment has been previously printed in these dispatches. Seen on the Horizon For Negro Federal Employees in South. Macon, Ga., March 6.—Developments in the Federal postal and revenue service in the central portion of the state seem to reveal a changed policy in Georgia among Republicans with regard to the continued employment of Negroes in Government offices. A number of Negro mall carriers have been dropped in Macon and many other changes fully bear out such a view. It is believed in Macon that the Taft administration will, swap all Negro Republican interests wherever it can be Rockwall, Texas, March 3. After having been identified by Mrs. Arthur McKinney as the Negro who attempted a criminal assault upon her Friday morning, Anderson Ellis was taken from the Rockwall county jail to-night and secured to an iron stake driven into the earth and burned to death in the presence of about a thousand persons. Barlier in the evening Will Clark a Negro was shot and instantly killed when his father Andrew Clark refused permission to a pose to search his promises on the assumption that Ellis was concealed there. People were here from several towns, and from Dallas, Collin and Hunt, as well as Rockwall county to witness the execution of the Negro. Ellis admitted his guilt, but refused to make a statement or to leave farewell messages for his relatives. He did not utter a cry as the pile of cordwood which had been well saturated with kerosene, was set on fire, non did he show loss of nerve as the flames cooked his flesh. He was dead within nine minutes after the torch had been applied. LOUISVILLE IN FEAR OF ANOTHER BIG FLOOD Louisville, Mar. 10.—The unceasing downpour of rain in this vicinity has caused apprehension of another local flood. Up to noon, more than three inches of rain had fallen. The entire lower end of Jefferson county is submerged. Hundreds of cellars are flooded. MONTGOMERY NEGROES. Will Send Handsome Testimonial to Foraker—Collect Funds in Churches. Montgomery, Ala., March 7—Former United States Senator J. B. Foraker, will be presented with a handsome testimonial by the Negroes of Montgomery because of his championship of the Negro troops involved in the Brownsville affair. Collections were taken up in all of the Negro churches today and among the membership of the Negro fraternities with which to purchase this testimonial. The set of resolutions which were read in the different churches today will accompany the testimonial to Mr. Foraker. --- ORRESPONDENCE We Are Offering the LATEST EFFECTS in LINEN SUITS in White, Pink; Blue, Etc. All as pretty as lace and Insertion can make them for from $6.75 to $14.00. These goods are going to be more popular than ever this season, and are beautifully designed and prettily executed. Our offering will please discerning people. Entrances: Capitol Street and Kanawha Street day J. A. Thornton hold regular services at Kilsyth Sunday and he parached two excellent sermons. The entertainment given by B. H. Evans at Kilsyth and Macdonald on Saturday and Monday nights was quite entertaining. Rev. Frank Smith, of Meadow Park, passed through town Monday around the town of the churches. One of the most charitable affairs given here was the reception tendered Hon. J. M. Ellis Friday March 6 at the spacious Skating Rink. About seventy-five couples were present and those who were fortunate to receive an invitation will never regret being present. Toast Master R. D. Hoffmann, seemed to be at his best and kept the listeners in a joyful mood in introducing the various speakers' Ellis' speech on the co-operation of the Negro could not be excelled. The following towns were represented; Charleston, Montgomery, Fayetteville, Greensville, Glen Jean, Oak Hill and Sun. The speeches were excellent, the words were lyrical and the dancing unique. Music was furnished by Frantz's orchestra. Mrs. Lucy Jackson went to Sheltering Arms Hospital, Wednesday, for treatment. Fayetteville district leading Circle will be held here Friday. An interesting program will be rendered. ST. ALBANS The condition of Mrs. Segis Armstead who is at the Sheltering Arms Hospital remains about the same. Mrs. Bell Kirk and daughter were the guests of Mrs. Mary Stratton, Friday. Mrs. M. M. Stratton went to Hansford Saturday. Andrews Davis, Harry Erskine, R. Parish, R. A. Neale, Charlie Morse and Miss. Hazel Holeman were in Charleston, Thursday. The public schools will open been closed for two weeks on account of smallpox. Robert Allen, of Winfrede spent Sunday with his parents. Mrs. Sattile Washington who has been slick for some time is much better. Mrs. Martha Washington, teacher at Black Betsy spent Saturday and Sunday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Washington. Floyd Waddy, Jr. and Sallie Parr student schools at the West Virginia Colored Institute spent Sunday with their parents. Oscar Williams, who recently recovered from typhoid fever will return to the W. V. C. I. Monday. Mrs. Laura Williams is somewhat indisposed this week. Dr. Lawrence of Montgomery was here Saturday on professional business. Mrs. Alexander Harris is reported very sick. Mrs. Nancy Carr, who has been working in Charleston for the past two months spent Sunday with her children. BARBOURSWILLE. Rev. Stratton passed through here en route to St. Albans Saturday. Miss Bessie Hicks and Mrs. Lottie Taylor, were shopping in Huntington last week. Mrs. Harriet Johnson was the guest of her mother, Mrs. Peyton, last Sunday. Tyler Peyton returned home from Clifton, Forge last week. Mrs. Mary Spencer, of Huntington, was visiting friends Tuesday. M. N. Hicks spent Sunday at his home. Mrs. and Mrs. Scott Hill entertained Rev. Geo. Kinney and Frank Reed at dinner last Sunday. J. A. Hicks attended the funeral of Rev. Nelson Barnett in Huntington last Sunday. Rev. W. W. Scott, of Sharon was business visitor here Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Luke Tickle of Her lington were the guests of Mrs. Mary Hicks, Saturday. Miss Blanche Beckley remains quite ill at her home with rheumatism. The revival at the First Baptist church, conducted by Rev. George Kinney, our pastor, closed Sunday, Feb. 16. There were ten added to the church and all that attended the meeting were benefited and revived. The members and friends contributed to Rev. Kinney during his stay, twenty-five callers including a donation which was given him at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Hicks, on Main street, Monday night. PARKERSBURG. The 3-act drama "The New England Folks" will be put on at Ann street hall by the Willing Workers of the Sunday school. The children have been trained by Miss Maria Furgueson and no pains are being spared to make it a success. Rev. W. J. Conquest, of Keyser, preached two very table sermons at Logan Memorial church, last Sunday, which were greatly appreciated by the two highlight audiences. Class No. 4, presented their teacher, Mrs. Huskins with a silk parasol Sunday. Mrs. Rose Curtis has returned to her home after a delightful visit at Staunton, Va., her old home. Miss Ivory Wood, of Garnett, is here the guest of her aunt, Mrs. S. F. Huskins. Miss Estelle Dodd, after a week's visit to her mother, Edith Washington has returned to her home at Nelsonville, O. Miss Loutse Johnson is home to remain after spending the winter at Morgantown. George Willis came home from Charleston last Sunday to spend a few days with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Willis. Mrs. Mary V. Reeves, who has been ill for several weeks is convalescent. Henry Simpson, who has been confined to the house for several weeks with Rheumatism is able to be off again. Miss Alice Mellentree and Mrs. Rhoda Figgs are both very sick at their home on Liberty street. Mrs. Davis and Mrs. Champe came down from Marietta, to attend the play last Friday night. The drama "Old New Hampshire Home" which was given at Ann St. hall by a number of the ladies of the W. M. Church was a success. The parts were well played and each acquitted themselves very creditably. Mrs. Pet Griffin served a most tempting breakfast Sunday morning in honor of Miss Ivory Woods, of Garnett. Those who partook of the hospitality were Miss Ivory Woods Lydia Kelley, Joanna Griffin, Messrs. Charles Reed, Harrington Carr and Geo. Washington. Mrs. Frances Watson and little granddaughter, Ruth Lotterberry, spent several days here last week, the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Pleasant Rivers. They returned home at Sistersville, Wednesday. Charley Wells is home after a long stay at Charleston. Richard Robinson who has been visiting his mother In Lexington, Ky., for several weeks has returned here and reports an enjoyable visit. Miss Alice Fontaine remains quite ill at her hospital on 19th street. Miss Martha Dixon was out of school several days last week because of sickness. An interesting meeting of Vendetta Court No. 5, O. O. C. was held at the Hall, last Thursday night. LATEST EFFECTS in SUITS All as pretty as lace and r from $6.75 to $14.00. Linen Skirts at $1.98 and up. Coats at $3.49 and up. ing to be more popular than be beautifully designed and dering will please discerning GE & BSHARAH Street and Kanawha Street Chris is the first to meet with the fever strands on Sean street is getting along as nicely as can be expected. Rew. W. Jones preached in Belpre, O., Sunday. HUNTINGTON \(x^{2}+y^{2}=r^{2}\) Rev. G. R. J. Williams, pastor of Ebenezer M. E. Church delivered the installation sermon for the officers of the Y. M. C. A. Sunday afternoon to a large audience. His sermon, the subject which was "Be ready" abounded in wholesome advice. The following, officers for the ensuing year were instaled. J. W. Scott, Pres. J. B. Hackett, V-Pres. G. W. Winston, Treas. Rev. R. D. W. Meadows spent a few days in Charleston this week on business. Rev. J. T. Gibson, of Northcott, returned home Monday after a brief business visit to our city. Mrs. Fannie Stewart, of Gallipoli, Ohio, was the guest of relatives and friends Sunday while enroute to Cincinnati. John Banks, who went to Freedman Hospital last week, accompanied by Dr. Barnett, was doing nicely, when the doctor returned Monday. Mrs. T. R. Jenkins is suffering with an attack of rheumatism. Prof. C. H. Barnett and wife visited Douglas High School last week at which time, the pupils were addressed in an interesting and instructive manner by the former. Rev. G. A. Williams left to attend conference, this week. Miss Evelyn Willis entertained a few of her young friends at her home on 14th street last Tuesday evening. Mrs. John Sissor and children returned from a brief visit to Holden last Monday. Mrs. C. H. Barnett returned to her home in Columbus, Ohio, Tuesday, after spending two weeks with relatives. The Rally at the First Baptist church, Sunday was quite a success the sum of $153 being raised. Dr. Metz, optician, is visiting our city this week. Misses Blanche Miller and Rosabella Winston spent several days in Cincinnati, last week. Mrs. Bessie Johnson came home Saturday after closing a very successful term of school at Holden. Mrs. J. C. Clemmons came home Saturday and returned to her school Monday morning. Mrs. H. C. A. Washington was at Macdonald Friday on business. J. K. Price was at Hinton-Friday and Saturday on business. Misses A. Y. Brown and Esther Hackt were in M. Hope, Saturday on business. Will Clayton, of Sprague, Raleigh county was in town Sunday. Mesdames Roach and Grey, of Harvey, were calling on Mrs. Hubbard, Sunday afternoon. Mrs. W. T. Benton was at Winifrede Sunday to visit her sisters. Mrs. Emma James was visiting Mrs. Chas' Williams, of Macdonald Friday and Saturday. Br. S. Sawickton was a busl-Prof. Thos. Jefferson and wife enessist to Tharmond, Saturday, tertained Prof. J. M. Arter at dinner Sunday. CARBON. The revival closed last Sunday night with ten converts. Mrs. Hettie J. Clark returned home to Richmond Dale, Ohio, Tuesday after spending two weeks with her daughter, Mrs. P. P. Holland. Rev. D. W. Edwards of Lamont, preached a very instructive sermon last Sunday. Rev. G. W. Poteate, of Danville, Va., who has been assisting iv. P. P. Holland in the revival left, last Tuesday morning for his home. Members and friends contributed the amount of $28.30 to the meeting. Mrs. L. D. Hodge was here last Monday looking after the interest of her Lodge. Rev. P. P. Holland made a business trip to Charleston last Tuesday. Mrs. Hattie Martin entertained at dinner Sunday Rev. and Mrs. P. P. Holland, Mrs. Hettle J. Clark, Miss Spears, Rev. G. W. Poteate, Rev. D. W. Edwards and Miss Ella Dickerson. RAYMOND CITY. Miss Nola Walker and Hazel Price, of Institute were the weekend guests of their parents. Mrs. Perrie Dickerson and Miss Della Brown closed a very-successful term of school here Friday. The following program was rendered by the little folks, Saturday afternoon: High School Chorus by Room No. 2. Recitation by the Primary Grades of Room No. 1. Dialogue—New Boys In School. Recitation by twelve boys of Grade 2. "When I'm a Man." Song—"Sweet and Low" by Room No. 2. Prayer Sonk, Pantomine and Tableaux by Mary Anderson, Ethel Perry, Lillian Payne, Perna and Ethel Harvey. After the program refreshments were sold. A also sum was netted and will be used in purchasing more books for the school library. Mrs. Anna Harte and grand-son, Bruce Brown, of Charleston attended the school closing Saturday. They were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Perry, Dickerson. Harry Alexander, a cornetist of the Gallipolis band is here spending a few days with Giles Dickerson. Missa Della Brown and Maurie Brown left for their home in Charleston this morning. FT. PLEASANT Miss Ida Alexander, who is teaching in the Orphan's Home at Huntington, spent Saturday and Sunday of last week here the guest of her parents Mr. and Mrs. J. Alexander. Miss Ida Craig was hostees to the Reading Circle Thursday evening. The Club will meet with Miss Julia Smith. Thursday evening of this week. Misses Barlette, Jonkins, Bertie Stewart Alma, Calleman and Mrs. Wm. Cuzzins spent a few hours in town Sunday the guest of friends. P. H. Hayes, of Charleston, spent Sunday of last week here the guest of Miss Frances Norton. S. Austin, of Rasmond City, was in town Sunday the guest of Miss Marie Lincoln. Clarence Henderson is employed as barber on the Steamer Kanawah. Miss Pearle Jones, of Gallipolis, is the guest of her sister, Mrs. J. F. Henderson, this week. Robert, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Tim Armatead; remain quite ill with fever. Miss Frances Morton spent Saturday and Sunday with her parents at Pomeroy. D. W. Calloway is at home again after teaching six months term of school at Thayer. Rev. Charles Lewis and Mrs. Mary Mead Freeman arrived here last Wednesday, after spending several days at Montgomery, and other places on business. Mrs. Lillie Bell Johnson, of Charleston is visiting her sister Mrs. Etta Green. Robert Young went to Charleston to attend the inauguration. Mrs. Edna Woods is at her home again after spending ten days in the country. Rev. A. Becks preached, two able sermons at M. E. Schurth Sunday. A large congregation was present. John Riddle spent Sunday at Fort Springs visiting Miss Anna Simms. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Cousins, a son. Charley Turner is at home with his family. Rev. A. Becks was visiting Mrs. D. R. Hickman last Friday. FAIRMONT. Berkeley Williams and Miss Fanny Johnson were quietly married on Thursday evening March 4th at the home of the brides parents Mr. and Mrs. Harry Johnson on Sixth St. The young couple have the best wishes of their many friends. Prof. and Mrs. B. L. Morton are the proud parents of a baby boy born Saturday, Feb. 20. He will be known as George Edward. Mrs. Arch Meade was hostess to the Four O'clock and Swastika Clubs Friday afternoon. A delightful luncheon was served. Miss Sarah Edwards gave a Splendid recital at the Dunbar School Hall. Thursday night to a large audience. Many were the comments she received. Miss Edwards was assisted by local talent. Mrs. A. H. Williams and children of Morgantown were the guests of Mrs. E. L. Morton from Thursday to Saturday. She was accompanied home by her mother, Mrs. G. H. Jordan. Chas. Florence, teacher at Monongah, attended the recital here Thursday evening. Matthew Obie was the guest of friends at Elkins last week. Mr. and Mrs. Mays entertained at Six o'clock dinner Saturday in honor of Mrs. May's mother, Mrs. Crawford. The invited guests were Mrs. G. H. Jordan, Mrs. A. H. Williams, Mrs. Arch Meade and Miss Bess Jordan. Miss Hazel Carter is steadily improving. Rev. Martin and Rev. Reed closed a very successful revival service on Friday night. Rev. Reed left for his home at Buckhannon, Saturday. Rev. L. B. Coleman spent a few days in Pennsylvania last week. Mrs. J. F. Saley is on the sick list. The following-members were taken in the Methodist Church Sunday Mrs. Ed. Holmes, Mrs. Chas. Nelson Mrs. Ella Meade, Mrs. Clarence Lee Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Smith. Miss Louise Rounde of South Parish, Malne has been added to the teaching force of Storer College. Rev. John R. Logan, restor of St. Philip's church in Charles Town preached at the Curtis R. B. church Sunday evening. Rev. J. E. Carter, of John Wesley, M. E. Church, Bolivar, delivered his farewell sermon, to a very large congregation on Sunday morning. Gilbert Beane, of Charleston, and Jared D. Arter, of Pittsburg, called on friends in town on their way in and from the capitol) city last week. On the twenty-sixth of February the young men gave their equal party. The affair was quite elaborate. Music was furnished by the college orchestra, minute speeches and toasts were given and a light repast was served. The room was decorated with green and the color of the several classes. The "Sentinel" is rapidly nearing the time of going to press. The entire staff are working overtime. Last week the photographers were here from Martin'sburg all day working out views for the illustrated section. All friends of the College should send for one of the books. The teaching corps have been slightly crippled during the past week. Dr. McDonald has been to Boston and Eastern cities. Mr. Knney spent some time at the capitol and Mr. Winters made several business trips. Manager Jones, of the Track team is arranging for a triangular meet to be held in Washington on the 8th of May; Stoper will also have entries in the nter-Scholastie Meet, to be held in the Capitol City late in May. The program of the Senior Class Semi-Annual Exercises, Friday, May 5th: The Class Yell. A Selection by the Oleophae Invocation by Mr. Matthew. Solo—"The King of the Winds." C. Summers Teter. Solo—"The King of the/Vikings am L" E. W. ones. Oration—"Robert Burns." Miss Bessie Galloway. Dration—"The influence of Association." Miss Elizabeth L. Carter. Quartette—"The Beautiful Isle of Somewhere," Messrs. Hopewell, Matthews, Nims, Jones. Dration—"Character in Power," Frederic Wims. Oration—"The Dread of Being Forgotten," Miss Theresa Perkew. Oration — "Those Difficulties to Success," H. Hopewell. "The Shylack, a Character," E. W. Jones. Solo — "The Red Shawl," T. S. Herrod. Oration — "The Line Nobility," B. A. Matthews. Solo — "O, Promise Me," Miss M. Peyton. Selection by the Orchestra. This program, which did great credit to the class and school closed the season of class night programs for this term. On the evening of February 28th, the local Womans' F. B. Missionary Society gave the following program at the Curtis' F. B. Church Prayer Service, Choir and Congregation. Scripture Reading, Isaiah 44. Prayer, Dr. Brackett. "Open Doors in Africa," Aabury Toyer. "Africa," Mrs. Metcalf. Home Life, Conditions of Women and Children, Marion Green. Duet—"Over on the Ocean Wave" Misses Burke and Sn. widen. Sketch of the life of Robert Mof fett, Henry Hopewell. Solo—"Bird With a Broken Wing Laura Brinage. Recitation—"Why Didn't You Tell Us," Isahelle Arrington. "Life and Work of Lewis P. Clinton," Miss Smith. Recitation, Julia Robinson. Reading and Song, McCulleh Johnson. "Missionary Hymn," by Chorus. "The Diamond African Jubilee," Pres. McDonald. Genius of Christianity, (a costume exercise). Solo. "Speed Away," The Missets Herrod. Collection. Benediction. RED SULPHUR SPRINGS. J. T. Hill, who has been teaching near Talcott, had to discontinue his school on account of sickness. J. P. Williams, Williams Johnson and Charles Johnson have returned from Washington, D. C., where they witnessed the inauguration. Rev. J. S. Davenport, pastor of Mt. Carmel M. E. church, preached his farewell sermon for this year. Miss Osie Williams entertained at lunchon Mrs. W. C. Nickel, Mrs. Harry Pack and Mrs. G. R. C. Crawford last Friday. Rev. O. F. Harris did not fill the pulpit the first Sunday as was expected. 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Orders for issolished. take prompt delivery of Cream and E. Nicho FRUITS, CANDIES ICECREAM Families Furnished with Ice Cream. Orders for shipment solicited. We make prompt delivery of Cream and Ices for Sunday orders. I. E. Nichols Pearl Walker and Elie Johnson were the guests of Mrs. Guy Dickasin. Last Sunday at Linside. W. W. Williams will close his fourth school at Red Sulphur in three weeks. Hotel Guinnimont, is visiting his home in Union. The public schools closed, here, on the 5th, after having a successful term and good attendance. (Communications must be signed and must reach this office not later than: Tuesday morning—Ed.). QUINNIMONT. J. H. Hill, of Lawton, was here Saturday and Sunday. The Baptists are preparing for Easter exercises and are expecting to raise money for foreign missions. A. A. Miller, head waiter of the --- Burns, J. libratory, Telescope, LA- Comm. dong Barn, Piggery, of 64 gardens, Cold Frames and **ENSES** free from West Virginiaast Nes- t 0 per month 15 State students **FEATURES** strategies awarded annuali- ties, frequent Lectures and Es- m. C. A. Christian Institution. and to NES ICECREAM Furnished with orders for ship- ery of Cream and Ices for Sun- ichols Hotel Quinnmont, is visiting his home in Union. The public schools closed here on the 5th, after having a successful term and good attendance. At this writing, Wilson Dandrige is in a critical condition. eGorge Moss was thrown from a moving freight and sustained slight injuries. Charles Booker is able to be out again; after being ill with diphtheria. Our Sunday school is progressing nicely. THE WORLD TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIP This picture of Jack Johnson, the heavyweight champion puglist and his trainers, was taken on board the ship that took Johnson from the scene of his victory in Australia to London. The giant will tour this country immediately upon his return from England and probably will obtain a match with Jeffries for next round. President and Mrs. J. Mc. Henry Jones, Mrs. W. H. Lowry, Misses Fannie C. Cobb, Hessie V. Morris, Ollie Meadows, Mr. and Mrs. Byrd Prillerman and Messrs. S. H. Guss, C. E. Jones, J. R. Patton and A. W. Curtis attended the funeral of Mrs. Sara Brown Clark in Charleston, Sunday. Soloman Brown, R. L. Brown and W. Augustus Brown returned from Washington, D. C. Sunday morning. Commodore V. Green left for home at Mayble, Sunday morning. Mrs. Maude Jackson returned from Washington, D. C., Monday morning. S. W. Dixon has been quite ill during the past week. The members of the Senior class of the West Virginia Colored Institute rendered their final programme before the Whettily Dunbar Literary Festival. There will now make preparation for their final examinations, which will occur next week. At the beginning of the program little Miss Lillian Guss, a member of the kindergarten class kindly consented to appear upon the stage and recite "The Gobblins." The balance of the program which followed was of a high order and reflected great credit upon the class. Introduction Moss Clay Recitation—Horatius' at the Bridge. Jessie Lindsay. Oration—Haynes' Eulogy on South Carolina. Daniel Ferguson. Vocal Solo—I Am Trying the Leaves Vocal Solo—I Am Tying the Leaves Cornelia Nickens. Oration—Webster's reply to Haynes Delbert Prillerman. Declamation—The Bide of Jennie Rev. W. J. Hackett, C. R. Beale and little son, Roger, attended the inauguration. Sherman Smith is in receipt of a message which announced the death of his sister, which occurred last week in Germany. He left Saturday morning for New York City, where the interment took place. She was Miss Ella Thompson. Robert Walker has been sick for quite a while, but his many friends hope for his recovery. Miss Luvvink Bibby, who was confined to her bed a few weeks ago, is able to be out again. Mr. and Mrs. WiHlam Bibby are the proud parents of a fine girl, two weeks old. Mrs. Sam Eggleston spent Sunday in Clifton Forge. Miss Lucy E. Smith, of Tazwell, is visiting her cousin of this city, Mrs. S. H. Denson. James A. Payne and A. B. Brown have moved their grocery store into the Reynolds building on Lexington street. Jack McDowell, who is an inmate in Clifton Forge hospital, is slowly recovering. Mrs. M. Y. Johnson and son, Walter, visited relatives in Staunton, last week. Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Hunter are having a nice dwelling erected on Marion street. Charles Hunter is the contractor. Mrs. A. B. Brown, who has been confined with an attack of lagrippe, is able to be out again. Mrs. Jessie Hutcherson, of Lynchburg, is the guest of her sister in law, Mrs. R. N. Smith, of Cherry street. R. Martin, of Marlington, filled the pulpit Sunday evening for Rev. W. J. Hackett. In the morning, prayer service was led by Rev. Malvom Banks, of Morgan college annex. Little Gertrude Smith died Sunday morning at the home of her parents of pneumonia fever. She was 12 years of age and was a member of True Reformer Rose Bud. Mrs. Obella Beale visited relatives in Glen Wilton last week. The teacher's review course begins at the West Virginia Colored Institute, Monday, March 22nd. Write Press, J. McHenry Jones, Institute, for further information. Rev. D. Stratton filled his regular appointment here Sunday and preached two excellent sermons. Fayetteville teachers' district institute will convene in Calloway hall March 12. A special program has been prepared for the occasion. The banquet given in honor of Hon. J. M. Ellis at the skating rink was an enjoyable affair. Many out-of-town guests were present. Dr. C. B. Anderson and W. H. Wilkerson went to Sylvia, Monday, on business. A comedy entitled "Aunt Dinah's Quilting Party," was played at Macdonald last week, and was enjoyed by all present. Dr. P. H. Caloway went to Beechwood, Monday, on business. Mrs. J. B. Calloway will close her school at Dunloop, Tuesday night. Gladys, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. E. G. Rotan, has been very sick, but is much improved at this writing. Dr. Hargrove, of Sewall, was here Monday. Mrs. James, of Hill Top, was the week-end guest of Mrs. Charles Wilhams. Mr. and Mrs. Winifrede Barber of Stonewall, were here last week to see Drs. Calloway and Andrson. Mrs. Barber underwent an operation and is doing nicely. The teacher's review course begins at the West Virginia Colored Institute, Monday, March 22nd. Write Press. J. McHenry-Jones, Institute, for further information. WEIGHT NEARLY 800 LBS. Wilkins, W. Va., March 10. — Weighing 447 pounds at the time of her death, it became necessary to have a special coffin made for the body of Mrs. Len Draper, who died at Marlinton. The local undertire had no coffins in stock large enough to accommodate the body and had made to order a coffin six feet in length, thirty-five inches wide and twelve inches deep. In removing the casket from the house where the funeral services were held, several inches were hewed from the door frame. With the coffin and body prepared for transportation to Covington, Va., weighing over 800 pounds, it required the strength of ten men to handle it. The teachers review course begins at the West Virginia Colored Institute Monday, March 22nd. Write Pres. J. McHeary Jones, Institute, for further information. Oyster Bay, March 10. According to his present intentions, Theodore Roosevelt and his entire family, with the exception of Theodore, Jr., will spend most of their time in Italy, while Mr. Roosevelt is away. It is planned to have Mrs. Roosevelt leave Italy early in March, 1910, and journey to Khartoum, where she will meet Mr. Roosevelt, who, with the expedition, will arrive there about April 1. They will proceed to Europe, where Mr. Roosevelt has made several engagements for the early summer. GRAND RAPIDS FURNITURE COMPANY Have a complete line of Roll Top Desks, Flat Top Desks, Typewriter Desks and office Chairs. Furniture line is also complete, and the prices right. Goods marked in plain figures. GRAND RAPIDS FURNITURE CO. 214 216 Capitol St. CHARLESTON, W. VA. "FAR" and "NEAR" The distance or the object is immaterial when you have a pair of Ernst Fused Bifocal Glasses One pair does the work of two pairs of ordinary glasses and JOBS IT BETTER. They are a BOON TO OLD JOOPLE. Come in and let us show you. We guarantee results. ERNST JEWELER & MFG. OPTICIAN Cor. Va. St. and Artde Charleston, W. Va. --- EXTRA SESSION LEGISLATURE MAY OR MAY NOT BE CALLED Governor W. E. Glasscock Interviewed by the Mail Reporter Expresses Himself. (State Capitol, March 10, 1908) While speculation has been rife throughout the State relative to a special session of the legislature to be called by Governor Glasscock the executive, this afternoon, put to rest for awhile at least these rumors, declaring that he had no reason to believe a special session would result in accomplishing some things which ought to be done, but said that if later on, there was reason to believe that certain things could be done, there might be an extra session. Kansas Legislature Appropriates a Large Sum (Special to the Advocate.) Topeka, Kansas, March 2. The legislature of Kansas appropriated this week $66,400 for Western University at Quindaro. This is the institution of whom Hon. W. T. Vernon is the President on leave of absence and for which he has given the best energies of his life. Mr. Vernon was called to the Presidency of Western University about eleven years ago. At the time it consisted of one frame building, six students and himself. Attempts had been made prior to his going to Quindaro to build up the school, but they had failed. He took charge and threw himself into the work with zeal and enthusiasm and made it prosper. Students began to come, teachers were added to the faculty and buildings arose for their accommodations and for the installation of an educational plant unrivalled by any other race institution west of the Mississippi. Western University is today the Mecca of the colored youth of both sexes in the far West. There are now over three hundred students enrolled and they are being taught by a faculty of competent instructors who are themselves graduates of the leading institutions of the country. Since Mr. Vernon has been a resident of Washington where he is occupied with the varied responsibilities of the office of Register of the Treasury, he has kept a close watch on Western University and has gone before the appropriation committees of the legislature of Kansas urging increased appropriations for the school. As the result of his eloquent pleas the legislature has just appropriated $66,400, of which amount $25,000 will be used to erect a girl's dormitory and the remainder for equipment, maintenance library extension. All of the buildings now on the ground are heated by steam and lighted by electricity, from a central steam heating and electrical plant erected a few months ago. The plan of the girl's dormitory shows that when completed ft will be a model of its kind. Mr. Vernon is constantly in touch with Quindaro and his interest in the success, of the work at Western University has in nd sense been diminished by his residence in Washington as is shown by the results he has accomplished for the institution during the last three years. Miss Pearl Edward attended the inauguration on March 4th at Washington, D. C. K. H. Lewis is quite ill at his home on Magazine street. Miss Sarah Burk is ill at her home on Washington street. A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Harris. The mother and son are doing well. BLUEFIELD COLORED INSTITUTE A College and Normal Institute for colored students, located at Bluefield, the leading commercial town of the southern part of West Virginia on the Norfolk Wrn es e railroad.205 miles east of Kenova BLUEFIELD COLORED INSTITUTE Splendid College Buildings, Beautiful Play Grounds, Dormitories for male and female students; furnished rooms, a reading room supplied with the best current literature; a good library, and a physical and chemical laboratory. Healthful location and wholesome surroundings. Board $8.00 per month. Tuition free to state students, rates very low to non-resident students. The Blurfield 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. WANTS REHEARING IN BANK CASE VS. THE GABELL ASSESSOR (State Capital), March 10, 1909.) Attorney Z. Taylor Vinson, of Huntington, representing the West Virginia National Bank, appeared before the supreme court of appeals, Tuesday morning, and presented a petition for rehearing in the case of that bank against R. G. Dunkle, the Cabell county assessor. In a decision during the latter part of February, the higher court benched a work of mandamus asked by the bank. In an action to test the validity of the new tax law, requiring the assessment of share holders in national banks In the case of Cross et al vs. Gall et al., from Barbour county, the judgment of the lower court was affirmed in an opinion delivered by Judge Miller. The decree appealed from perpetually enjoins Isora V. Gall and Charles F. Teter, trustees, from enforcing cancelling and annulment of trust executed April 29, 1889, by Nancy and Charles Cross, pursuing to secure payment of their rights of same date, at one year, to the order of Geo. W. Gall, ar. for 1876, with interest, and by an endorsement thereon by him, March 12, 1898, assigned to his daughter, the detendant, Isora V. Gall. In an opinion written by Judge Miller, the decree of the lower court was reversed, modified and remanded in the case of Hafpenny and Hamilton vs. Tate and McDevitt et al. from Randolph county. The object of the bill was set aside as fraudulent and void the sale of 850,000 feet of manufactured lumber sold by the defendant and to subject the same to lien of plaintiff's attachment; sued out in the cause and lowed thereon, and taken into custody by the sheriff. Judge Brannon wrote the opinion affirming the decree of the circuit court of Randolph county in the case of Stark L. Baker vs. William Jackson, relating to the confirmation of a commissioner's report concerning the enforcement of a judgment lien against land. Frederick, Md. March 10 — That at the present rate of destruction by the San Jose scale in Frederick county will in a few years, unless something is done to stem the ravages of the pest, practically be left without fruit, is declared by Charles E. Klein, local representative of the Maryland State Horticultural Department, after an inspection of trees throughout the county. Already the scale has wrought great havoc, according to Mr. Klein. The Reflexlier THROWS 90 PER CENT of its light downward. The best and "cheapest" light ever placed on the market. I will place on trial in any business house or residence one of these famous lights and convince you of its great value. can have a number of fine on- years like last summer more than one-half of all the fruit trees in the chards North and West of Frederick," says Mr. Klein, "that produces hundreds of bushels of fine fruit that have been destroyed by the scale. In Walkersville district and village thousands of trees have died from the San Jose scale, and thousands more are going to die because the people are doing comparatively nothing to prevent it. Woodsboro once had a fine lot of fruit trees, including apple trees of the Monocacy variety, a variety second to none for flavor and keeping quality, but most of these trees have been killed. "Mt. Pleasant, Liberty, Newmarket, Kemptown, Jefferson and Middletown, are suffering the loss of many of their trees from the scale. In Kemptown, especially, in two village will de." 1 THROWS 90 of its light The best and ever placed or I will place on th ness house or re these famous li vince you of i P. A. D COLORED IN uefield, W. BEST BOWELS If you have a recurrent stomach ache, if you have a cold, if you have a fever, if you have a bloody appetite, or if you have a bowel upset, do not panic. A minimum of 200 gm of milk powder, a minimum of 200 gm of milk powder, and a minimum of 200 gm of milk powder, the bowel clean and along as to clean. CANDY GATHARTIC Racconeta EAT EMR LIKE CANDY Pleasant, Slicable, Poisont. Take Good. Do Good. Never Sink. Wear On Gloves. And 40 cents per box. Write for free sample, and be sure let on health. Address Starting Remedy Company, Chicago or New York. KEEP YOUR BLOOD CLEAN xlier 500 Candle Power Light at a cost of one cent per day. GEORGE E. SUTHERLAND. For Board of Affairs. First District—W. R. SMITH. Second District—H. B. BUSTER. Third District—DAN. MATHEWS. For Government Council. Nor Common Council. Fifth Ward—JOHN F. MEADOWS. Second Ward—E. A. MEYERS. Third Ward—FRANK J. WOODS. HIM. Fourth Ward—JOHN W. MAQRS. Fifth Ward—J. H.BLOUNT. Sixth Ward—J. W. ROCHE. Seventh Ward—C. H. GEBHART. Eighth Ward—W. W. WERTZ. Ninth ard—J. A. SMITH. Tenth ard—J. R. STUART. ANNOUNCEMENT The International Newspaper Bible Study Club is for the purpose of promoting, in an unfettered way among the masses, a wider slidy of the Bible, the basal truths of Christianity, and the problems which enter into every man's life. It is composed of all those who join a Local Club, and take up the simple course herein outlined, barring only ordained clergymen. All who have not joined are warmly invited to do so and to compete for the prizes. Persons may join the club at any time during the year, but must, of course, answer the 52 questions hereafter explained, to qualify for the prizes, and the back questions may be obtained from this office. This paper has secured the right to publish the International Sunday School Lesson questions by Rev. Dr. Lippincott, which have aroused so much interest elsewhere, and they will appear weekly. One of these questions each week is to be answered in writing, and upon these answers the prices are to be awarded. This paper is authorized to form a Local Newspaper Bible Study Club for the readers, and guarantees to all who join and failill the conditions, that everything herein promised shall be faithfully carried out. CONDITIONS OF THE CONTEST 1. Each contestant, or his or her family, must be a subscriber to this paper, in order to qualify for membership in the International Newspaper Bible Study Club and this Local Club. 2. Each contestant in this Local Club, must answer each of the written questions, for 52 consecutive weeks, commencing for Sunday, March 27, and the answers must all be in the possession of this paper within two weeks of the close of this period. 3. Each question must be answered separately, and the paper written on one side only. No answer must exceed two hundred words in length and may be less. Each answer must have the name and address of the writer at the bottom of the answer. 4. The answers must be delivered to this office, and they will be collated at the close of the contest, and forwarded to headquarters for independent examination by competent examiners. The prizes will then be awarded according to the highest number of marks, won by members of The International Newspaper Bible Study Club, and prizes which may be awarded to members of this Local Club will be given out from this office. THE PRIZES First Series—A gold medal to each of the first five contestants. Second Series—A silver medal to Second Series—A silver medal to each of the next five contests. Third Series—A Teacher's Bible, price $3.50, to each of the next five contigentants. Fourth Series—The book "The Heart of Christianity," price $1.50, to each of the next thirty-five contigentants. Each medal will be suitably engraved, giving the name of the winner, and for what it awarded, and in like manner each Bible and book will be inscribed. All who can write, and have ideas are urged to take up these studies regardless of the degree of their education, as the papers are not valued from an educational or literary standpoint, but from the point of view of the cogency of their reasoned ideas WEST VIRGINIA LIBERAL With appropriations amounting to $22,350.00, $11,300.00 more than two years ago, West Virginia still maintains here supremacy among the states which provide for the separate education of the races. Six years age—the amount appropriated was $118,358.00. In 1905 our institutions received $118,358.41, while the amount remaining to them after the appropriation bill had been pruned by the Governor, two years ago, was $18,050.00. An appreciable falling off appears in six years, but this is due to the fact that the majority of the institutions have passed the formative period, and large sums are no longer needed for the erection of buildings and purchase of equipment. This year, as was the case in 1907, their demands were much smaller, and, with the exception of the sum asked by the Bluefield Colored institute for the purchase of additional land and 110,000 appropriated by the legislature for the West Virginia Seminary and College but vetoed by the Governor, all received practically what they asked for. That they did not get more is largely due to the fact that, under the new system of management, a great saving is expected to be made in purchasing supplies. But what, perhaps, contributed most toward the tightening of the state's purse strings, is the probability of expenditures exceeding receipts, the administration's measures for increasing revenue having failed of passage. Yet, West Virginia's record is one of which she may well be proud. With a Negro population less than that to be found in some of the cities of the states further south, she excels them all in providing for the education of her colored youth. Here, everything within reason is being done for the industrial and secondary education of the Negro boy and Negro girl. Two schools are supported, in whole and two in part where the unfortunate orphan, the more unfortunate blind, or deaf and dumb, and those desirous of securing a trade or training for the school room are given every facility. No less liberal has the state been in primary education. The district schools for colored children are as well housed, their terms are just as long—the minimum being six months—and their teachers are as well paid as the white schools. We have no agitation in West Virginia for the equalization of school funds on the ratio of taxes paid. Both parties are as one on the platform that an educated citizenry makes for the stability of the state. It will not, then, be West Virginia's fault if her black boys, and girls of school age do not measure up with the best. We are given the same number of talents as the whites. If, after allowances are made for poverty and other racial handicaps, we do not make returns, comparatively, as good, the blame is ours, not the state's. HONOR TO WHOM HONOR IS DUE. Washington Negroes have been associated so long by us of the provinces with indignation meetings, passing of beautifully sounding, but futile, resolutions, school muddles and chronic office-holders, that their performance of such a highly commendable, unselfish act, as was the presentation of the loving cup to Senator Foraker, comes as a surprise, one of that kind which warms the cockles of the heart. That Senator Foraker deserves richly the tributes that the Negroes of Washington or, in fact, of any other city, may pay him, is not debatable. It is one those questions so certain of passage as to make their consideration unnecessary. The events which gave rise to the unique exercises at the Metropolitan church, Washington, last Saturday evening, are too recent, they have been too widely heralded to require lengthy description at this time. We all know too well the injustice done the black battalion and his championship of their cause, almost single handed against terrible odds and at a great risk, to ask why Senator Foraker should have been the recipient of an honor such as was never before bestowed by our people under like circumstances. Let it suffice that the most we can do for Senator Foraker were too little, that he must be content that we have "the grateful mind that owes not but repays, at once indebted and discharged." In thus repaying or, perhaps, better, showing their gratitude for, the services of Ohio's senior senator, the Negroes of Washington built, perhaps, better than they knew. Among the shortcomings charged to us is our proneness to value an evil as highly as a good deed, and gratitude is not supposed to be among our shining virtues. Now, the world knows that we appreciate, as does any other people, what is done for our advancement, and others may be encouraged to stand at the bridge, as did Senator Foraker, to protect the rights of a struggling race. THE LIBERIAN COMMISSION THE LIBERIAN COMMISSION. The personnel of the commission to devise ways and means for Liberit's regeneration gives assurance that the Black Republic will re- oive the bounty of every doubt. With Mr. Oden, who has given liberality of his time and money for the uplift of the Negro in Amelia; with Dr. Washington, himself a Negro, than whom none knows better what is essential to the upbuilding of his race, with Mr. Hollender, who placed the finances of Dom兰mpago on a firm, being Liberia's future, could not be in better hands. In these appointments President Roosevelt exercised rare judgment. The three men are each, first and best of all, practical. Not one is a dreamer. All are workers. It was easily possible to have appointed a commission of more highly educated men, men who have theories of what the Negro people need, but Liberia's condition will not permit the testing of theories. Next they are in full sympathy with their undertaking, and the people whom they go to help. This last alone makes largely for the unacquainted of their mission, the beat, in that it in the most unselfish, ever fathered by our government. One has only to read the inaugural address of Governor Glasscock, a hypothesis of which appears elsewhere in this issue of the Advocate, to be convinced that the aim of his administration will be to secure to the individual the largest measure of liberty and protection and the onjments of the fruits of his labor. He takes a higher guard than that to which we have been admonished, in expressing his views upon the Governor's duty to his state, but, because the atmosphere to which he elevates us is rarer than that which we have been wont to breathe, does not signify that he is an extremist or that, heretofore, we have been wallowing in the mire. Conditions have changed materially since the incoming of the administration which passed away on March 4th. Four years ago questions had to be answered and conditions had to be met which are inseparable from a period of transition. Then, the new system of taxation was not an assured fact. The corporations had not convinced themselves that they would be required to bear their just proportion of the burden of the state's government. Now, it is not a theory, but a condition. Atkinson, White and Dawson have made the blazed trail a broad thoroughfare. But to alim whose duty it is to see that all keep off the grass, the burden will be no less oncessor than theirs. None the less trying are the duties of the guide than those of the pioneer. In giving expression to the sentiment that "the less we think of party and the more we think of duty, the more certain we are to retain our supremacy in this state," Governor Glasscock placed himself in the rank of statesmen, among those who see beyond the veil, who see that a transitory victory is not comparable with a lasting success. The character, of the man assured the fulfillment of his pledges, and those warrant the forecast that, under Governor Glasscock, our state will continue its onward and upward march. The word has gone forth that the referee system of making appointments for federal positions at the south will not be continued under the Taft administration. The system as perfected by President Roosevelt, was to appoint on the recommendations of two men located at widely separated points in the state. Where the referees had the good of the party at heart the system worked well; but, on the whole, it was in disrepute because too many referees mistook self for party. Therefore, Mr. Taft's determination to do away with the middle man is almost universally approved, the only objectors being those who lose the yellow jacket and peacook feather. THE LAST OF THE ANANIASES. With the passing of Mr. Roosevelt from the White House, the membership book of the National Ananias club closed. Embracing a brilliant list, from Thomas Jefferson down to Congressman Rainey, aH having been duly elected by the President after a thorough examination, the club was the most talked of organization in the land. Not that no more are eligible, but because the founder is about to leave the country, the club goes out of official existence, and with it the mollycoddles, the nature fakers and—no, not the Teddy bears. They are too firmly entrenched in the hearts of the little folks to be supplanted by the Billy 'possums. HELL AND TEXAS There is more wisdom than elegance in the statement of Sherman that, if he had owned Hell and Texas, he would have lived in the former and rented the latter. In the lower deep, if any reliance is to be placed in Milton, there is some regard for constituted authority, in which respect it has Texas beat it. The Crust incident is not without value, evento statesmen and Presidents; it shows the unrelenting obstinacy of the South to the Negroes of "quality" who, get without "their own lines". Evidently Mr. Roosevelt relled on his tenacity to subdue the opposition, which, landable enough in the interest of the general citizenship, was not "calculated" to do what was expected. It is not saying too much to say that men of great affairs do not pay much attention to the race question until by some means they are forced right upon it; they then attempt to settle the matters at once, as Don Quixote would do. This does not speak of incapacity; it speaks of the lack of acquaintance, the same of which Southerners complain from time to time. There should be an effort to bring about the best possible conditions, but it is apparent that it is to be done by some methodical course, and as the Negro editors love to say, and rightfully, proceeding along the lines of the least resistance.—The Indianapolis Freeman. This goes to show that after all it was not a matter of man, but a question of color. No matter how efficiently Dr. Crum conducted his office, he was unfortunate in being a Negro and being a Negro the average Southern bourbon could not stand for it. A white man could have been appointed to the office and administered it in an altogether different way from Dr. Crum, but he would have had a white skin and that would have covered a multitude of faults with the white South. It was not a question of managing the office, but a question of the color of the skin, nothing more nor nothing less. Both in the management of his office and this conduct while in office and his subsequent resignation Dr. Crum has shown himself to be the very highest type of manhood. We could ask for nothing more — The Baltimore) Afro-American Ledger. Dr. Crumia, resignation sounds a death knell for Collector Joseph Lee of Jacksonville, Fla., Collector Rucker, of Atlanta, Ga., Collector Dovevel of Savannah and a dozen or more Afro-American federal office block. Burning at the stake by mobs in the Lone Star state is such a common occurrence as to occasion but little comment. CLARKSBURG. C. W. Florence, of Monongah, was calling on friends here, Sunday. Woman's Day at Trinity M. E. church, Sunday, resulted in forty-nine dollars being raised. Rev. Maege, of Monongah, preached at night to the Queen Esther club. Since the re-organization of the Sunday school at Pride Chapel, the school has taken on new life and is moving along nicely. Mrs. James Hayes is quite ill. Mrs. Mayme Jenkins was hostess at a dinner, Sunday, in honor of Drs. Jones and Young. Those who did justice to the dainty viands placed before them were the honor guests, Miss Pearl Brown, Mr. and Mrs. R. S. Lowry, Mr. and Mrs. Bishop Turner, Messrs. C. A. Ormes and A. H. Dangerfield. Ruth, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Freeman Lowry, is very ill with whooping cough. Miss Beatrice Roberts has sueded a relapse. Dennis Baxter, of Elkins, was the week-end guest of Ray, S. P. West. The Tom Thumb Wedding, which took place Monday, evening at Pride Chapel, proved a decided success. The little tots were becoming attired and elicited much admiration from the large assembly. Refreshments were served to the bridal party. A short musical program was rendered before the wedding. The ladies of the B. W. Arnett club received many compliments for getting up such a pleasing and unique entertainment. Miss Sabara Edwards, of Chicago, Illinois, gave a concert in the Pride's Chapel on Wednesday night, which was a rare treat to all who heard it. Miss Edwards is a singer of rare attentions and versatility. She is touring West Virginia and Ohio. (Correspondents are requested to holders in the southland, because he shows clearly that President Taft meant what he said when he delivered himself of the statement that Afro-American would not be appointed to office in the south where there was objection to storms. Of course, this means all of that section of the country because the Democrata and their co-laborers, the "illy-white Republicans" will see to it that the "objection" is always forthcoming. Political conditions "have come to a pretty pass" when the dominant party, strongly entrenched in all the departments of the government, through its head, the chief executive of the nation, thus grovels in the dust at the feet of a most banal prejudice of the southern half of a defeated party. This is indeed a heartrending spectacle.—The Cleveland Gazette. Dr. William D. Crum, Collector of the Port of Charleston, South Carolina, showed fine tact in sending his resignation to President Roosevelt to take effect Thursday, March 4, 1909. By this action, Dr. Crum showed himself a diplomat of fine parts, and his determination not to "bearhassr Mr. Taft" shows that colored men are "rapidly becoming like their white brothers." In his resignation, Dr. Crum also paid his respects to President Roosevelt in the most generous matter, and we think he did right in thus evinding his gratitude for that gentleman certainly stood by him like a stone wall through a periol of six years. In conclusion, it would be a master stroke for Mr. Taft to reappoint Dr. Crum, basing his action upon the fitness of the man for the position which he has voluntarily renamed ed, thereby giving old Ben Dillman and all of his kind to understand that he is unmindful of their vaporings. —The Pioneer Press. In this city there has been all along a number of intelligent and substantial colored men who could never see the wisdom of a colored man holding on to a position like the one filled by Dr. Crum in the midst and face of an intense race feeling and prejudice and against the strongest protest and opposition by this community and state, such as has been exhibited by the whites in this section. We are not discussing now the right of the Negro to hold a prominent federal office in the South as well as in the North; we are not defending any theory of the American citizenship but we are only saying that in the matter of federal appointments of prominence in certain sections of the South race feeling and conditions must be rightly considered and weighed. There is only one way that whites and blacks can live together in any Southern community and that is by mutual helpfulness and in harmonious and fraternal relations but it is difficult to see how such a condition can be realized when the white people of a community are stirred up in opposition against one or two Negroes who may be holding prominent federal offices in the community.—The (Charleston, S. C., Southern Reporter.) mail their letters to reach this office not later than Tuesday morning—Ed.) WESTON. E. Simpson Brown and J. H. Earley have returned from Washington, where they had gone to attend the inauguration. They report a pleasant trip in spite of the inclement weather. Herbert Reynolds, of Parkersburg, is visiting his parents here. Miss Sahara Edwark, of Zanesville, O., a singer of note, appeared before a large and appreciative audience at the A. M. E. church on last Friday night. She rendered several numbers, each of which was warmly received. Miss Edwards, possesses a voice of remarkable range and beauty, and whether making her lowest tone or highest note it never loses its sweetness. A social was given after the entertainment, from which a snug sum was realized. Rev. Goodan, of Sutton, was the pleasant guest of Rev. and Mrs. J. L. Griffith, last Saturday and Sunday. Mrs. Jessie Wright, of Zanesville, spent last Friday here with friends. She left the following day for Buck hannon, where she will visit relatives. In the city of Washington a conference between the attorneys, representing West Virginia in the debt litigation with old Virginia is being hold at the present time. With counsel is T. R. Dixey, the export eastern accountant, and once more the accounts of the two states, are being subjected to the scrutiny of the learned council representing the younger state. CAION COLLEGE FINE & BURTHA, Pitkasburg school of designating and photography. No Master's School no diploma. PENNSTEWLIA VANLIA TRIGRAPH COLLEGE Bristol Street, Pitkasburg. Business operations with the company monthly. Write GARDEN STUDIO SCHOOL 4th & 5th A- Education training. Graduate degree employed. Bristol Street School an interest in BOYS' SUITS take advantage of this final offering. About two hundred Boys' Suits comprise the entire assortment which have been reduced to Half their actual value. $10, 8.50 and 7.50 Suits Reduced to - $5.00 $6.00 and 5.00 Suits Reduced to - $3.50 $4.50 and 3.50 Suits Reduced to - $2.50 Boys' Knee Pants Good $1.25 and $1.00 Knicker Pants - 75c $1.00 Straight Bottom Pants - 80c Good 50c Pants Reduced to - 35c Schwabe & May FOR BETTER CLOTHES Thinks a Stronger Feeling Exists Between Element of Both Races, and Criticises Appointment of Negro in Violently Hostile Communities. I look forward with hope to increasing the already good feeling between the South and the other sections of the country. My chief purpose is not to effect a change in the electoral vote of the Southern states. That is a secondary consideration. What I look forward to is an increase in the tolerance of political views of all kinds and their advocacy throughout the South and the existence of a respectable political opposition in every state; even more than this, to an increased feeling on the part of all the people in the South that this Government is their Government, and that its officers in their states are their officers. The consideration of this question cannot, however, he complete and fall without references to the Negro race, its progress and its present condition. The thirteenth amendment secured them freedom; the fourteenth amendment due process of law, protection of property and the pursuit of happiness, and the fifteenth amendment attempted to secure the Negro against any deprivation of the privilege to vote because he was a Negro. The thirteenth and fourteenth amendments have been generally enforced and have secured the objects for which they were intended. While the fifteenth amendment has not been generally observed in the past, it ought to be observed and the tendency of Southern legislation today is toward the enactment of electoral qualifications which shall square with that amendment. Of course, the mere adoption of a constitutional law is only one step in the right direction. It must be fairly and justly enforced as well. In time both will come. Hence it is clear to all that the nomination of an ignorant, irresponsible element can be prevented by constitutional laws, which shall exclude from voting both Negroes and whites not having education or other qualifications thought to be necessary for a proper electorate. Race Situation Reported The danger of the control of an ignorant, electorate has therefore passed. With this change the interest, which many of the Southern white citizens take in the welfare of the Negroes has increased. The colored men must base their hope on the results of their own industry, self-resistance, thrift and business success, as well as upon the aid and comfort and sympathy which they may receive from their white neighbors of the South. There was a time when Northeners who sympathize with the Negro in his necessary struggle for better conditions sought to give to him the suffrage as a protection and to enforce its exercise against the prevailing treatment of the South. The movement proved to be a failure. What remains is the fifteenth amendment to the constitution and the right to have statutes of states specifying qualifications for electors submitted to the test compliance with the amendment. This is a great protection to the Negro; it never will be repealed, and it never ought to be repealed. If it had not been passed, it might be difficult now to adopt it; but with it in our fundamental law the policy of Southern legislation must and will tend to obey it, and so long as the statutes of the states meet the test of this amendment and are not otherwise in conflict with the constitution and laws of the United States. It is not the disposition or within the province of the Federal Government to interfere with the regulation by Southern States of their domestic affairs. There is in the South a stronger feeling than ever among the intelligent well-to-do and influential elements in favor of the industrial education of the Negro and the encouragement of the race to make themselves useful members of the minority. To progress which the Negro has made in the last 40 years from slavery, when its statistics are reviewed, is marvelous, and it furnishes every reason to hope that in the next 25 years a still greater improvement in his condition as a productive member of society, on the farm and in the shop and in other occupations maxime. The Negroes are now Americans. Their ancestors came here years ago against their own will and this is their only country and their only flag. They have shown themselves anxious to live for it and to die for it. Encouraging the race feeling against them, subjected at times to cruel injustice growing out of it, they may well have 'our protended sympathy and all in the struggle they are making. We are charged with the sacred duty of making their path smooth and easy as we can. Any recognition of their distinguished mep, any appointment to office from among their number, is properly taken as an encouragement and an appreciation of their progress, and this just policy shall be pursued. Appointment of Negroes. But it may, well admit of doubt whether in the case of any race, an appointment of, one of their number to a local office, in a community in which the race feeling is so widespread and acute as to interfere with the ease and facility with which the local government business can be done by the appointed, is of sufficient benefit by way of encouragement to the race to outweigh the recurrence and increase of race feeling which such an appointment is likely to engender. Therefore, the Executive in recognizing the Negro race by appointments must exercise a careful discretion not to do it more harm than good. On the other hand, we must be careful not, to encourage the mere pretense, of race feeling manufactured, in the interest of individual political ambition. Personally I have not the slightest rase prejudice or feeling, and recognition of its existence only awakens in my heart a deeper sympathy for those who have to bear it or suffer from it, and I question the wisdom of a policy which is likely to increase it. Mentime, if nothing is done to prevent a better feeling between the Negroes and the whites in the South will continue to grow and more of the white people will come to realize that the future of the South is to be much benefited by the industrial and intellectual progress of he Negro. The exercise of political franchise by those of his race who are intelligent and well to do will be acquired in and the right to vote will be withheld only from the ignorant and irresponsible of both races. State Superintendent M. P. Shawkey left at noon today, for Parkersburg to attend a meeting of the Board of Regents of the State normal schools. The meeting of the board is for the purpose of authorizing the Improvements at the State Institutional provision for by the appropriations made at the recent location of the legislature. The State Board of Education will also hold a meeting at the same time at Parkersburg. FREE With every cash value of Wall Paper (of $1.00 or more) An Illustrated Souvenir Directory of Charleston. New Wall Paper Justin Big Bargains in Remnants MOORE'S CHARLESTON'S LEADING WALL PAPER HOUSE. 118 Capitol Street. is one who helps you to earn and to save when you are well and prosperous, and one who shields you from suffering in adversity. Such an one is a SAVINGS DEPOSIT in the You will find it a pleasure to save a share from each pay envelope when all is going well and to deposit it where its COMPOUND SEMI-ANNUAL INTEREST is all the time helping you to get ahead and You will find it a comfort when sickness or adversity comes upon you, or when you want to buy a home, to have the accumulations of a Savings Account to help you. "Tlc Bank That You Can Depend Upon" has $250,000 Capital and $150,000 Surplus. CHARLESTON Miss Mary Woods attended the inauguration of President Taft. Mrs. Julia Jones, of Paducah, Ky. is in the city visiting her sister, Mrs. Mary Starks. Mrs. E. Minor, of Gary, was called to institute, Tuesday, by the illness of her daughter, Massie. Miss. Ida Rotan returned to her home at Fayetteville, Wednesday. Mrs. Eva Hall is seriously ill at the home of her mother, Mrs. James, Washington Court. No improvement is noted in the condition of R. L. Mickey who is suffering with tuberculosis. Henry Anderson sustained painful injuries in a runaway accident, last Tuesday. Latest styles of hair goods at Mrs. Brown's, 500 Capitol street. Mrs. M. A. Parker is recovering from a recent illness. Dr. B. F. White, of Montgomery, was here Wednesday last on professional business. Mrs. H. H. Railey, Mrs. B. F. White and Miss Alpha Brooks, of Montgomery, witnessed the inauguration of Governor Glasscock, last week. Rev. I. V. Bryant was the guest, Saturday, of Rev. and Mrs. S. R. Bullock. Mrs. Thos. Hale is able to be out again after a long illness. Dr. and Mrs. B. A. Criclchow, of Keystone, arrived here Friday, to spend a few days with the latter's parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. H. James. Rev. J. W. Waters, pastor Simpson M. E. church, preached two able sermons last Sunday. The principal thought at the morning hour was self-examination. He very forcefully advanced the idea, that no one is capable of examining one in things spiritual except the individual under examination. The sacrament of the Holy Communion was administered at night to crowded tables. The Willing Workers club was entertained at the residence of Miss Kate Watkins. The Friday night aid society served a waffle supper at the church Monday evening. Mrs. Jessie Bruce, of Thomas, is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Boyd, on Morris street. The little daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Stark are 11 with mariel foster at their home on the South Sidd. Miss Luclinda Williams, who has been in Montgomery for several months, is in the city/for an indemnite stay. William Dandridge, of Parkersburg, was the week-end guest of Mra. Maria Alexander. Miss Mabel Scott, of St. Albans, was in the city Thursday. Mrs. Nannie Smith, of Huntington, is visiting Mrs. Matilda Parker, on Wall street. William Goins was ill a few days last week. Mrs. Rhoda Ulens has returned home after a two weeks' visit in Ironton, O. James Henderson and Vincent Teal left Saturday for Pittsburg, Pa. Mrs. Annie DeHoney is ill at her home on Elmwood avenue. urday to visit friends in Ronceverte. The Ladies' Aid of St. Paul A. M. E. church will meet tonight, at the parsonage, 804 Donnallny street. One of the maddest deaths that had occurred in Charleston. In recent years was that of Mrs. Sara Brown Clark. Mrs. Clark succeeded to the hand of the dread destroyer Friday at noon after long and patient suffering. She was prominently connected with the educational work in the state until her marriage in October, to Mr. J. F. J. Clark. Since that time she has resided in this city. A gloom of sadness spread over the community when the news that this lovable young woman, with a bright promise for the future, had in the bloom of youth been called from labor to reward at the early age of 23 years. Mrs. Clarke was the daughter of Benjamin and Margaret Brown of Malden. She was the daughter of pious parentage and her early training was shown in her gentle amiable disposition. The funeral service was conducted Sunday afternoon at the First Baptist church by Rev. S. A. Bullock, assisted by Rev. Waters, pastor of Simpson M. E. church, and Rev. R. M. Mayhew. Rev. Bullock delivered a very impressive eulogy on the life and character of Mrs. Clarke. The large concourse of people and the number of beautiful floral offerings was an evidence of the high esteem in which she was held by those who knew her. She leaves a husband, an aged father, mother, two sisters and four brothers. The teacher's review course begins at the West Virginia Colored Institute, Monday, March 22nd. Write Press. J. McHenry Jones, Institute, for further information. saw in their business and thank you. And are so proud of rejoicing with the rest of the people in his happy invitation into the high office to which they belong to elect him. The following are some of the prominent men and from all parts of the country who have been in attendance upon the inaugural ceremonies: Hon. Chan W. Anderson, collector of the port of New York; Col. James Lewis, surveyor general of New Orleans; Col. H. H. Hucker, collector of ports at Atlanta, Ga.; Attorney Henry Lhncoh Johnson, Alaskan, Ga.; Mr. Ben. Davis, Atlanta, Ga.; Mr. Emmett J. Scott, private secretary to Dr. Booker T. Washington, Mr. Chrls, Perry, of the Philadelphia Tribune; Major John Buckner, of Chicago, Ill.; Walter H. Hawkins, of Milwaukee, Ws.; Hon. C. L. Maxwell, of Xenia, O.; Prof. J. W. Mozes, of Lynchburg, Va.; Mr. W. H. Stewart, Louisville, Ky.; Dr. R. F. Boyd, Nashville, Teen; Hon. J. C. Napler, president of the Penny Savings Bank, Nashville, Teen; Dr. F. R. Snelson, Hamilton, O.; Edward C. Knox, of the Indianapolis Freeman, Indianapolis, Ind.; Mr. Amita Greathouse, Indianapolis, Ind.; N. D. Brasher, of the Cleveland Journal, Cleveland, O.; Mr. Thos. W. Fleming, of Cleveland, O.; Bishop Grant, who is the guest of Regulator and Mrs. Venon; Dr. C. C. Barnett, Huntington, W. Va.; Rev. J. N. Waters, Lewisburg, W. Va.; Mr. W. Slaughter, Milwaukee, Ws.; Mr. Harry Cummings, Baltimore, Md.; Mr. Beaswell, Macon, Ga.; and Mr. Alexander, der. of the Alexander Magazine, Boston, Mass. The inaugural Welcome ball, use convention hall on the fifth eclipsed all former affairs of its kind for brilliancy and beauty, the superb gowns of the many handsome women was a feature, and a spectacle long to be remembered. The ball of the Montanan club on the third, and the Cottillon on the sixth were equally as brilliant. The Muskott club demonstrated again its ability to be unique and special in its hospitality. The smoker given by this organization on the night of the fourth was one of the most enjoyable affairs of the entire inaugural week Mr. Emmett J. Scott and Hon. W. T Vernon, were among those who made eloquent addresses upon that occasion. On Saturday, March the sixth, more than three thousand people packed the auditorium of the Metropolitan A. M. church. The occasion was the presentation of the Foraker. Loving Cup, which the colored people from all over the country were offering, Senator Foraker as a token of their敬意 and appreciation for the great service and sacrifice he has made in their behalf. The cup is a beautiful neck of the diversum, standing nearly two feet high with three massive handles, upon each being engraved the letters "C. D. E." Across the base are the words "27th D. I. Anniversary," on the engraver a quote from one of his speeches the Senator made on the Brownvilleville. The words are: "They ask for justice, not because they are Nigroes, but because they are men." Mr. Ommond W. Scott made the presentation speech and Senator. Foraker's reply was elaborate and teaching. One of the most significant utterances of a political nature was his urging of the colored people of the country to support President Taft and his administration, saying to them, "I believe firmly and truly that the present Executive of the Nation will perform his duties without fear or favor, equally for the white man as well as the black man. From what I know of him in the past, I can without fear make such a declaration. Trust him give him your confidence, and aid him in every little way you can be successfully promote his policies." I feel sure his conduct of the Nation's affairs will win your approval and approbation." After the ceremonies the Senator held a reception and shook hands with most of those present. Mr. Emmett J. Scott, Executive Secretary to Dr. Washington, said Friday that Mr. Washington and his party would be ready to start on the tour through North and South Carolina on or about the 13th of the month. He also said, that the Commission which was provided for in the appropriations of the State Department would be sent to Africa and with Dr. J. H. Hollander and Mr. Robert T. Ogden, Mr. Washington will be urged to accept place on the Commission and make the trip to Liberia with them. It is, however not certain whether Mr. Washington will be able to go. When asked who would be sent in case Mr. Washington did not go, Mr. Scott became as silent as Rameses and all that could be gleaned from the rest of his conversation was that another gofedon man had probably been settled upon and would be given a place in the event that Dr. Washington could not go, but the name of this gentleman could not be learned. The Commission will have a secretary and probably other attendants. An effort was made to learn who the secretary was to be, but nothing could be ascertained. The teacher's review course begins at the World Virginia Colleged Institute, Monday, March 22nd. Write Pres. J. McEnery Jones, Institute, for further information. Are You Working for Money? Or is Your Money Working for You? If you are working and saving your money and untitting it in a bank where you get no interest, keep insing it in a trunk or hiding it some where about your house—You Are Working For Money. If you are working and saving your money and investing it in a safe way, where it will be working day and night whether you are working or not, and making you at least six per cent, interest—Your Money is working For You. The Pythian Mutual Investment Association was organized in order to give us an opportunity to put the money we could save together and then put it to work. The above is a picture of the Capitol Square in Charleston. We have just purchased a splendid three story black building on one of the main business streets in the city of Huntington. The first floor is occupied by the Huntington Repository, the largest daily newspaper published in that section of the state; the second floor is used for once a month while the third floor is a large as family and lodge hall. This building is sure to pay us all. Meet 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 $1.00 per share, either paid up or on the installment plan. Ask your agent in your locality about it or write to this office. Regular Normal, Academic and Commercial Courses, also Regular Courses in Agriculture, Carpentery and House Building, Steam Fitting, Smithing, Cabinet Making, Painting and Glazing, Dressmaking, Laundering, 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. A NICE FORTUNE FOR CHARLESTON MAN, PERHAPS? By complying with certain conditions, L. O. Goff, of the firm of Goff and McGuire, of West Charleston, can secure $168,000, which will be bid share of a certain sum of money stolen from a Russian bank. Goff is in receipt of a letter from an individual, stating that he is in jail and will probably remain there the rest of his life. He contends to robbing a bank in Russia and states that he has the money hidden. Goff, by acknowledging the receipt of the letter, will be told of certain conditions with which he must comply before he is told of the hiding place. The Charleston merchant then gets one-third of the stolen fortune, amounting to $168,000 while the remaining two-thirds go to the child of the burglar. Accompanying the letter was a supposed newspaper clipping. The whole angle is regarded as an attempt to force somebody who would be willing to advance a small sum of money, such as the next, request, would probably contain. A report from Lanceater, Ohio, states that the Brennan Company, an oil company of that section, two years old, has declared another peat cent. dividend, making it in the past year and the company is only two years old. The Brennan company operates in Perry county, Ohio. ra iy - n eo S R cer SRR eee r : es eee OES oa ae ee Re Renee ; re . ‘Seer CES EE ANE CRS OLE Re SEH SEE ie SN Ree OR ar ; vee ; ua CER gc ION CGE Be sakes US IY eR OO Ort aes TERIA Sepa * Ae eee: ae Sgr ee See re PR ck Oe ne eMC INE me tak ’ aes Me NB ae “Seam AP a OLN oe 1Caian LER Re ATS. ARR eee ah a TEU cea shan’ TE ites aadrooare 898 BL Ra to anne eee SON eA Seat eee nn pun essen a ampatone ty chien ceca ‘'STERRETT BROS. a Women’s Tailored Suits We call attention to our line othand- . *° . some tailored suitsdn the up-to-date ‘ garments for spring 1909, AW, our suits in the newest styles and in the leading colors for spring wear. 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CHARLESTON - - - - ~~ W.VA, HUNTINGTON] SOLOF SOS aon WE KNOW HOW 230 Capitol Street, Opp. Burlew Theatre WATCH USGROW | fF JOLLOw THE CROWD, that’s the cry Ki ge) 10W, Solol’s, the cheapest place'in town . _ Bi a for your Dry Goods, Suits, and Millinery. . ie We are the leaders of Popular Prices, undisputed. * PF _ A few money savers for Thursday and Friday: e Ks eas, colors, regular $1.25 per ya, will go Thursday Ste [$8.00 Taffeta Waists, long siceves, at ZR - - $1.98 8 ‘Bed Spreads with fringe cut corners at - - $1.23 pase Shirt Waist Madras at z - see Yt elie OU MANY. MORE ITEMS WILL’BE MARKED UP FOR YOU. . | NOE nb a A (STERRE’ | Women’s T: We call attention ‘| Some tailored sult ) ‘ garments for spi suits in the nev the leading colors Prices range tro { —- Suit. dept. 2nd tioo eS STERRE?’ ERT ce me ee ENT SYLLABIS. OF COURT INTHE BEARD GASE DECIDED TWESORY Wollowing is th® syllabus in the ‘Fase of Tom Beard, C. and 0. rail- yoad brakeman, vs! Indemnity In- ‘surance Company, from Cabeil coun- ty, the decision in which c»se was handed down and printed in yester- day’s Mall: T. In an action on a policy of ac- cident insurance, evidence that in- sured was found lying at the bottom of a wall, badly injured, near the unrailed top of which he was re- elining on a bench only shortly be- fore, alone, and in the darkness of night, makos a prima facie case of injury by violent, external and acci- dental means, 2. In such case, unless the injury 1s shown to have bech intentionally self-inflicted, or intentionally inflict- ¢d by some other person, the legal ‘presumption is that. it was accident al. 3. Where an accident policy is conditioned against liability for in- jury happening while insured is in- toxicated, and where plea in that be- half ig to be'successfully relied upon, the evidence must.show that insur- ed was actually intocicated at — the time the acefdent befell him. 4. Evidence as to appearances ¢ intoxication, or their absense, 3 witnesses who was insured immedi. ately ‘befare or after the injury, Is proper and. admissible in that be- half, < 5, It is a general rule that, where the issue is whether a person did a Particular thing, er was im a particu: lar state, the fact that he did a sim. ilar thing, or was in a similar state, at some other time is inadmissible 6, In an aceident policy, except- ing liability for injury to ” insured while on the road bed or bridge of @ railway, the manifest Intention is to exempt ihe insurer from responsibil ity for injury caused by collision with moving trains thereon. 7. Im an accident policy which ex- empts liability as to an injury caus- ed by the insured’s ‘voluntary ex- posure to unnecessary danger,” those words are properly interpreted to refer only to danger of a real, substantial character, which the In- sured recognized, but to which he nevertheless purposely and consel- ously exposed himself, intending yt the time to assume all the risks of the situation. 8. Words of exception from Ia- bility, in an accident insurance peli- cy, are construed liberally in favor of the insured. 8. The phrase, “voluntary or neg- Igent exposure to unnecessary dan- ger," in a policy of accident insur- ance exempting the insurer from I abllty ‘for: injiny from. cause so" ets preset, ty & cumulative or’ redund- ant expressfon, an@ ia properly in} terpretable as “voluntary exposure to wnnecestaty danger.” 10. Sitting: orlying on a beiicl} at the slide of. a building, near the top of an unguarded wall, on a dari night, it not appodring that Insured in so\doing wae conscious ef the pit: fall, or had knowledge of: his, surf roundings, is not “voluntary expos ure to.unnece’sary danger," within the meaning of those terms in a pol; ley of accident insurance exempting the insyter from liability for Injury caused by such exposure as is defind ed by said.terms. 11. A yerdict fatrly rendered, in a case fairly submitted to a Jury, should not be set aside by the court, unless manifest injustice has been. done, or-the verdict ts plainly not warranted by the evidence, Baltimore, March * 10:--Joseph Mueller has confessed that he shot and killed Mjss-Jenile Rela to whom he was engaged to be marricd at Mt. Washington, a suburb, Tastag inns, He said the shooting was accidental. Mueller last night told a story of highway robbery w4th the shooting ot Miss Reid by a footpad as a ell- max to his tale. At; 5 Washington, March 10.—Heart- broken’ because of his dream of hav- ing an intercontinental railroad op- en to the commerce of the fertile valleys of Central and South~Ameri- ca had .flever materialized, Hinton Rowan, helper to the former United States consul general at Buenos Ayres, committed suicide here, Tues* day. NORFOLK COPS QUELL PROPOSED RAGE RIOT Nobfolk, Va., Mar. 10.—It requir- ed the presapce of an armed squad of 199 mén from the .naval station and aipgtrél’ wagon full of policemen armed with ‘riot guns, to prevent fa bloody clash between several hun- dred blue jackets and a gang of Berkley negores, near the training station, ale display of force quiet- ed the sailors, who had marched away from the training station with the avowed intention of driving ev- ery negro out of Berkley. The ine{pient race war was caused by a fight that occurred in A, Zedd’s saloon, on Liberty street. Four ap- prentice seamen went into the ,bar and became involved in a row with a gang of 12 or more negroes. Dur- ing the fight one of the sailors wag hurled through a glass door ard badly cut. The disturbance was quelled and the four saflors went to ‘the training station. There: they told of the affair and the . bloody clothes of the wounded man incens: ed his mates. The word was passed atong and }700 men marched toward Zedd’s place to. wipe it off the map and fe ee ae ee - a ead Me * mae | {Ue i ; pare pa: Bg jah MS oe Ne Gee ‘ee ehirn c ee “og- PEOPLE IN SOUT CHARLESTON Now... UR 8 em SRB a a Oe pene THERE. APRIL 1, 1907.50 See aes He ‘ Le ! ° % & Ss 2 4 om, ie : “i sy aie 3 Sea Factories Employing Over 460Men.. > ae : Dunkirk Window Glass Co. “Banner Window Glass Co. e oe : Kanawha Chemical Engine Mfg Co, ’ Ks : 4 Kenton Iron & Steel Co. ee 4 ta . ‘Hemlock Lumber Co. 125: Houses and other buildings now in South Charleston. ef ‘Church, School House, Concrete Sidewalk, Sewers, ~~, under construction, Natural. Gas, Everything. ; : _ Bridge nearly complgted--then the trolly cars. a Buy. now before the pricés-go up. They go up when the oe : the ‘cars go in. | Mee et * Terms: 1-10 cash, balance in monthly payments to suit. piaiiat a * Discount for all cash. Soh a ag Kanawha Land Co. Pe Room 501 Charleston National Bank Building pe as _ Bell Phowe 750; Home Phone'1214 et be ity hit oy x reer cr ire the “negroes But of Berkley. erevhad ‘bean ating: between the blacks and thgssailors for a long time andthe blue fackets were ready for a-fight.. When the solid line of angry men, led by the four who fig- ured in the first encounter approach- ed the pat, Zeddwas infermed of the opming trout. He Glosed hia Dlace and ¢élled f Serieant Ta- teth forprotectiogg 4 ss * Tatem realized" the infbility of the' watd ‘squad to tope with the stt- wation ‘and telephoned Major. Kizer 1r assistance. Jie also, commun- gated with the Franklin. Immedi- ately a wagon load of armed patrol- gnen was hurried fromm headquarters, whie'a -detachmerft ‘commanded by Commander Hugh Moore was sent on a run from the Franklin. By this time the sallor mob had surrounded the bar and their, wrath was great ‘when they found:that tt had vanish- ed. uJst in the fitdst of a powswow to determine further action the po- Mee and provost yard of sailors ap peated on the sceha. Commander Moore ordered the'men into line and marched them back to the training ‘station, 47 { Washington, av, “10.—!President seis, first cabinet meting was held tiesday. All the members, except Pickinson who wilk’be secretary of war, were present. Chief Justice fuller and the mem- bers of the supréme court of the United States formally paid thelr re- spect to the Prealdént yesterday. * . - For the firsty time in the history & the State 4 colored lawyer ap- ‘Peared before the Supreme Court of Appeals on Ty . That dis- tection belong air C,, Prod a’yracticing aiforphy. ot McDowet gunty, who ap ei An’ behalf of Bleintiff in the case of Hairston va ited States Coal and @ioke Con any, from McDowell county. j7zThe caso vas. mnpinitted atter ora| ‘dfcuntint, -Frod,, gakGte wi abla. at: gupent for the plaintitt. ” Froe is * colerdd man liviig’at Welen ‘ana he" been very successful in theé practice ‘of the law. While there are niany colored attorneys: in-thé state it was the first time that a colored Jawyer ever appeared before the West. Vir- ginja gupreme gourt of appeals. Hits at the White . : Slavery’s Champions as fi : in Legislature Chicago, March 10.~Sulking op- povition to the “white glave — bills” now pending in the Tiifrois legigla- ture, declared to be In behalf of the vnderworld, was vigorously ‘de- pounced by the ‘Ilinois Vigilance As- sociation in a public warning to éx- pose’ the “activities ' of wehteos played dealers, some of whom mustered powerful political influence. Recom- mendations of the National Yigianee Association were also endorsdd’ ad- yocating @ fourth measure proposed by the Woman's World and . sige stepped by Jegislators, Wesigned, to ‘hold property good for offenses of white slavery. LyTty “Thé two bills recently introgrived into the IMincis Stato Legislature by Representative Lederer relating to the while slave tramc,one making ita felony to secure support In whole ov in part from the earnings ‘of, a promtitute, the other ‘making™ it” a felony fo detain any woman In a-dis- orderly house for any. claim or debt, are very necessary prices of legiala- tion,’ declared ‘the Mlinots ‘Vigtlance Aasoviation “IHinois ts behind oth- of States In laws of this character. Holding as she doek the egigantic city of Chicago with her varied and complicated populations, —Tilinale ought to rank first in laws that make possible the stamping owt of. the white slave traffic. It was to De ox: peeted that the under-world and {te champions would. skillfully and. .oay- tiously oppose the enactment ~, of such laws. Sich opogors aré eitten directly interested in the unspeaka- ile business against witch’ the laws are directed or are so triéndly with the infamous trade as to be on the same low level with the: promoters themselves. ye “Good and necessary as aft ‘the bills heroin referred to thef do not go far enough. BY recent New York statutes the children of . the eng ments are protected against tht Presence’ of prostitutes and” ¢ wgcerty: itself is liable tor, Jusb ments. It should be posable te pie jist the whole brood of many from thehighest to the low, i commerce sot. gltls, ABs. Bocrohay: 'Straug has recently. said: It 4s igh: OUR DISPLY OF. ey we aw ‘ Ladies’ Misses’ and Children's Ready-to7 Wear garments, Millinery and Dress Fabri’ Is the Targest in the Clty sha-our Prices de aud Bh, iSebie” enat ean bé made. up-to-date Merchandise, ; ae = « B + -GIVE US. s Ao “That Popylar { “A CALL The People Ss Stor e rgfag Pinee. JOSEPH SCHWAB, Prop, “*. re 602 Kanawha,, gor. Aldersoh St,‘ - CHARLESTON, W.VA. £ HS: . 3 24 , eo wee B ] a ul aw SS wens. : 1 RN Bee at Tape Manks Arzhnsetg case cote ee, atlas stint pitta comune Bence ut i be oe Baten, THES PS Cee "Scientific /ierican, Abapdronaets Marra nt want, Jeon aes ia gin, bendy al peed gaore BPR & Gp severe aw York ly hecessary that this’ diabolical trat- fic, which has attained international Proportions, should be dealt with in A manner adequate’ to ‘compass its suppression. No: punishment is too sevore'to inflict upon the phocurers in this vile traffic.’ ” New York’s act, so, commendedy was outlined by Secretary James Bronson Reynolds of the Natlonal Vigilance Association in endorsing the measures framed by Assistant United States District Attorpey Pat- Kin and ,proposed by the Woman's World, who said: “The practical wisdom of Mr. Parkin is further ev- idenced in his proposal of a penalty not to exaved $1000 to be imposed tipon-the keeper of a house of -{il- repute, and the makibg” of such penalty Hen upon the premises in- volved. It happens that in 1900 1 ‘Was a member of a Now York State Tenemtn House .Commission ap vointed vy President (then Gover- hor) Roosevelt, and was Chairman of A Aub-committee on the moral contlt- tions: in tenement houses. Our sub- dommittee, approved a suggeetion of of gounsel, . Mr. Edward’ M. Whit noy, 40 make Jit a Penalty for any laudiord to xeep a wom’n of immor- aT erste in a tenement-houge -af- jer he “had heen - forinally®. soup iby. the polled of her characters The .We haven. 5) ara line of pe eee i GAS ‘A ‘. STAND ‘LAMPE: Come in.and look therh over: 3 COFFEY: . Plumbing -Co. : Geni opm Cape penalty imposed was made a Hen’ on the house, to be collected from the rents, frresnective of ownership. THis recommendation waa approved Hy the Commission’ aud became a law. It rosulted in the -almost immediate cleaning out of women of undeaira- ple character from tenement hoytes in New York Clty. Nearly every ease taken to court hag been sts ceesful. *It struck. a aos” deny, biow at immorality jt tenomeut houses. I am, therefaxe,. Able go confirm, through the practleal ox lence of New ‘York, the’ foasipi and sucess of thja. particular recoth-. then dation,” or 1 saat Walite bt the penalty impayed™ Se