The Advocate

AT THE NATION'S CAPITAL PRESIDENT TAFT RECOMMENDS THE APPOINTMENT OF A COL- OSED MAN AS A CASHIER IN INTERNAL REVENUE Friend of Bishop Lampton Denies the Authenticity of Letter of Apology and Says the Reverend Gentleman an Was Not Run Out of Greenville, Miss.—School Fight Ends With Bruce the Winner—Negro Qualifies as a Consult—Lynch to be Examined for Retirement. THE ADVOCAT WM CHERKFULLY PUBLISH ALL JRISP NEWSY NOTES FROM ALL SECTIONS VOLUME IX. (Thompson's National News Bureau.) Washington, D. C., July 21.—President William Howard Taft is a sincere friend of the colored people of this country. He is not loud in protestation of his affection, nor profuse in promises, but when the opportunity comes to recognize merit, he confers his blessings in a generous and open-handed manner. He seldom favors an individual because of his color, nor does he withhold the reward justly due a man by reason of his race, if circumstances permit him to act in accord with his feelings. The accompanying executive order, touching the case of James M. Alexander, of Los Angeles, Cal., is typical of the idea your correspondent desires to impress. Mr. Alexander's color proves to be no barrier to preferment. The Presidents' statement is self-explanatory; EXECUTIVE ORDER James M. Alexander, of Los Angeles, a colored man, may be appointed as Cashier under the Collector for the Sixth Internal Revenue District of California, without respect to civil service, regulations. This order is made because of the intention of President Roosevelt to make it at the time the District was created, but he was unable to carry out his intention because there was not sufficient money available until the beginning of the new fiscal year to organize the office. The ground upon which President Roosevelt intended to make the order was that Mr. Alexander was a colored man, that the colored population of California had not been properly recognized, and that the Collector of the new District was greatly desirous of having a man appointed in whose identity and capacity for the discharge of the particular position he had great confidence by reason of a personal acquaintance. WM. H. TAFT. The White House, June 28, 1909. In last week's issue of a number of our papers there appeared a letter purporting to have been written by Bishop Lampton, in which he is represented as having apologized to the people of Greenville for the episode alleged to have led to his departure from his home at the request of certain indignant citizens of the place. A close friend of the Bishop, residing in Washington, assures us that the "apology" was a "fake," pure and simple—that the Bishop never penned the letter accredited to him. Our informant declares that the letter was mailed from a point far from Bishop Lampton's whereabouts at the time it was alleged to have been written. As the Bishop did not reach his district until July 9, the witness avers that it was impossible for him to give general circulation to a communication that appeared many miles on the 10th, as neither telephone nor telegraph was resorted to by the Bishop or by the parties alleged to have replied to his co-called "apology." It seems that the called Lampton explanation was first published in a white paper at Jackson, Miss, the home of one J. K. Vardaman, and there is a suspicion on the part of those who claim to be well informed of the feelings of the people in that vicinity that the whole controversy and putative apology were "cooked up" by the minions of the Negro-hating ex-Governor for the purpose of subduing the growing ambition of the more intelligent colored people of the state and frightening the ignorant element into subjection, as well as to kindle an the anti-Negro sentiment of the poorer whites against colored men who own valuable properties. Bishop Lampton has returned to his home and has been given a cordial greeting by the representative people of Greenville regardless of color, and the municipal authorities have cheerfully testified to his worth as a man and citizen. To illustrate how well Bishop Lampton stands with the thinking people of his home community, the following editorial in denunciation of Former Governor Vardaman and expressing satisfaction with the amable and peaceful manner in which the Lampton episode has been adjusted, is given to the public. It is from the Greenville Times of July 10. The editorial is as follows: "Governor Vardaman's recent editorial on the Lampton affair is an affront to the people of Greenville. "We are not disposed at this time to question the Governor's abstract right to beheld his bill over the general public as an emetic the false issue of 'The Impending Crisis' but we do protest against his inter- ference with the affairs of Greenville and Washington county. "The Lampton affair had no business in the columns of the public press—it was a mistake to have given it any such publicity, but it has been settled—settled by the people of Greenville, and in a matter satisfactory to those most concerned; and, with all respect to Governor Vardaman, in a manner highly creditable to the sense of justice, intelligence and self-control of the people of this community; therefore, it was an act of unpardonable impertinence for him to enter his dissent from the wisdom of our citizens and by his extravagance, not to say criminal utterances, seek to lash the passions of some into a fury." Now that Bishop Lampton is at home again, secure in his possessions and with a standing among his fellow-citizens unshaken by the meanness of falsifiers and detractors, the incident may be regarded as closed. As an evidence of Bishop Lampton's confidence in the hospitality of his brethren of the Southland, he urged at Wilberforce that the next session of the Bishop's Council be held in Mississippi, and so eloquent and convicing was his plea, that the Bishops of the great A. M. E. church will meet in Bishop Lampton's state in 1910. That the South has its faults, no one will deny, but fair play demands that its good side be given a hearing as well as its dismal one. Letters are being received daily endorsing the plan to hold a conference of the newspaper men who will be in attendance upon the Louisville session of the National Negro Business League. Among those likely to be present and participate is Mr. N. B. Dodson, editor of the excellent news service that is being furnished to the Afro-American press of the country through the enterprise and sagacity of the American Press Association. A more definite statement of the aims of the confab of journalists will be given out at an early date. That it will be a success is a foregone conclusion. Mrs. Bessie Shippen, of this city, who was recently named as the successor of the late John H. Smythe as principal of the Broaddneck Farm School, is doing a splendid work and winning encounters at the hands of the people of that section of the "Old Dominion." Mrs. Shippen is a woman of liberal culture and is an ardent devotee of the industrial system, correlated with sufficient academic training to make it an active agent of production. The so-called "school fight" is practically at an end. The charges lodged against Assistant Superintendent R. C. C. Bruce were brought up at the meeting of the Board of Education last Thursday, but were dismissed without serious discussion, as the examination of the allegations by the attorney for the Board disclosed the fact that there was nothing in them. Prof. Bruce was thus given a vote of confidence by the united Board and will go on with his work of making the schools of Washington the best schools under the direction of the race in America. Prof. Bruce, writing to your correspondent on the situation, said: "It is my ambition and will continue to be my earnest endeavor to bring the schools under my supervision up to the point where they will be as efficient as any in America. I have done my work without fear and without favor, acting always for the public interest." The new principal of M Street High School is Prof. E. C. Williams, for a number of years librarian and instructor in Adelbert College of the Western Reserve University, near Cleveland, Ohio. He succeeds Mr. W. T. S. Jackson, who, becomes a teacher of mathematics in M Street High School. Prof. Williams is a graduate of Adelbert College, class of 1832, and stood first in scholarship. He is highly endorsed by Prof. Charles F. Thwing, president of the Western Reserve University, who speaks in the highest praise of his abilities as an instructor in bibliography, and says he regards him as the best reference librarian in Cleveland. As a teacher, Prof. Thwing says he is "apt, forible, impressive, successful," adding that "in any place which he is willing to accept, Mr. Williams will give a good account of himself." Mr. John C. Nalle remains as supervising principal of the 12th division, and a number of transfers are made for the improvement of the school administration. New appointees are THE ADVOCATE. CHARLESTON, WEST VIRGINIA, THURSDAY, JULY 22, 1909. James F. Chestnut as teacher of the fifth grade at the John F. Slater School, and Edward H. Lawson, of the fifth grade at the Henry Smothers School. PYTHIANS Latham, a prominent law Jackson, Miss., who is one of the most scholarly He said in part; Thirteen candidates qualified for appointment to the consular service as a result of examinations held at the State Department in May, ten of whom were for the appointments as consuls and three for consular assistants. One of the candidates was colored—Richard C. Bundy, of Cincinnati, Ohio, who made seventh place in the markings for consul. Although there is now, an eligible list for appointments to the positions for which these persons have qualified, the changes and increases are so rapid that there is a strong likelihood that all of the present batch will receive an assignment in course of time. Mr. Bundy will be remembered as the young man who was designated some years ago by Representative Shatuc, Ohio, for a cadetship at the Naval Academy at Annapolis. It is understood that Mr. Bundy passed the preliminary examinations, but when it was discovered that he was a colored man, a storm was precipitated and BANQUET MARKS CLOSING OF THE ODD FELLOWS GRAND LODGE. Bi-ennial Session Transacts Much Business of Importance to the Craft and Attracts Large Crowd to Convention City on Last Day. Martinsburg, July 16.—The twenty-second bi-ennial session of the grand lodge of colored Odd Fellows of West Virginia, held in Martinsburg this week, came to a close Thursday night with the big banquet in the Katz hall, which was attended by more than 300 persons. The menu served was an unusually fine one, and embraced all the delicacies of the season. The menu was: Clam Boullion en Tasse Stuffed Olives Gherkins Celery Breaded Blue Fish, Tartar Sauce Saratoga Chips Old Virginia Ham Champagne Sauce French Peas, Pomme aux creme Chicken a la Noel Lettuce and Tomato Salad, French Dressing Punch a la Briscoe Neapolitan Ice Cream Assorted Cakes Roquefort Cheese Bent's Crackers Cafe Noir With Dr. Samuel Gray as toastmaster, Joasts were responded 'to by: Odd Fellowship in W. Va.-Geo. W. Hughes, Huntington. "The Household"—Mrs. L. C. Farrar, Charleston. The Negro in Business—Geo. W. Jackson, Montgomery. "The Ladies"—A. P. Straughther, Hinton. F. L. and T.—J. W. Walker, Inwood. The Pulpit—Rev. C. Y. Trigg, Shepherdstown. Education—Fred R. Ramer, Martinsburg. Marshall's orchestra, under direction of W. O. Turner, rendered a program of seven numbers during the banquet. At a final business session of the grand lodge on Thursday evening, the following officers were elected: District Grand Master—John S. Noel, of Montgomery. Deputy District Grand Master—Fred R. Ramer, of Martinsburg. District Grand Secretary—J. M. Trize, of Alderson. District Grand Treasurer—J. M. Craggett, of Keystone. District Grand Director—T. L. Huff, of North Fork. Officers of the O. M. E. A. were elected as follows: President—W. L. Jones, of Wheeling. Secretary—George H. Hughes, of Huntington. Treasurer—Matthew Buster, of Montgomery. Director—J. Frank Briscoe, of Martinsburg. The Household of Ruth ended its sessions Thursday, the last business being the election of officers, the election resulting as follows: District Grand Most Noble Governor—Ella Jackson, of Fairmont. District Grand Right Noble Governor—Anna B. Ramer, of Martinsburg. District Grand Worthy Recorder—Mary Lewis, of Ronceverte. District Grand Worthy Treasurer—Carrie Watson, of Montgomery. District Grand Not Grand Past Most Noble Governor—Sadie Jones, of Wheeling. The above officers were all installed Thursday, the installation ceremonies being the last of the dual session. The meeting was the most important ever held in West Virginia, and it is estimated that at least 500 delegates and visitors were present on Thursday. PYTHIANS O MMISSISSIPPI HOLD MOST INTERESTING SESSION. Reports of Grand Chancellor and Grand Master of Exchequer Show Marvelous Progress of the Order and Good Balance in the Treasury. Moss Point, Miss, July 15. —One of the largest and most interesting meetings ever held in this place has just closed, the Eureka Grand Lodge of Knights of Pythias, for Mississippi. This is said to be the largest convention ever held in this place by any race, and the influence for good will long be felt in Moss Point. The opening session was held Monday morning, when John W. Harris, of Meridian, the Grand Chancellor called the Grand Lodge to order, and made a short talk. He briefly outlined the work to be considered and urged that each member give it his attention. There was no business transacted but the work was outlined. In the afternoon a joint session of the Grand Lodge and the Grand Court Calanthe was held for the purposes of hearing addresses of welcome and responses. Seated with the Grand Chancellor, on the rostrum were Supreme Chancellor S. W. Green of New Orleans and Grand Chancellor, Roscoe C. Simmons, of New York and many other visitors. The choir of the Second Baptist church furnished music and the opening prayer was made by Rev. Dr. A. D. Snodgrass, of Alcorn, Miss. Hon. H. C. Herron, represented the mayor of Moss Point in an address of welcome. The mayor was unable to be present. The address was to the point and contained many good things. He said in part: "I was much surprised about ten o'clock when I was invited to come here and deliver an address of welcome to you. Being just a plain, ordinary business man, I hesitated to accept, particularly when not having been in the past given to public speaking. Believing however, our colored friends, not only in our own immediate vicinity, but elsewhere, should be encouraged in every move that tends to the moral and mental uplift of the race, that will broaden their vision on any question, I said to the committee, I do not know what sort of a speech I will make, but will be there and do the best I can. This is my apology for appearing before you if any is needed. "With ample time for preparation any talk I might make would not be extended, for such is not my forte. Under present circumstances, where it was practically impromptu, if you anticipate any extended address or oratorical phytotecnics I can say in advance, you will be disappointed. "I assume from your name that your order is founded on that beautiful story of Damon and Pythias which we have all read, or should read, wherein is taught friendship, fellowship and brotherhood in the highest ideal. It is a story worthy of emulation by all without regard to race or sect. In following its tenets, however, remember that there is one cordial point that must be kept ever uppermost, one point that is the woof and waft of that story, and that is, recipient of your friendship must be worthy and measure up to the required standard. Do not prostitute it by using it as a cloak to shield the guilty or punish the innocent. "It is natural for me to assume those delegates present represent the intelligence and culture and are leaders of their race in their respective communities. As such have you considered the responsibilities that rest upon you? A responsibility, perhaps, you have not sought, but one nevertheless, you cannot escape. It is to you that your people look for guidance and leadership, and properly so, from the wilderness of illiteracy and ignorance in which the greater percent is wandering. Their eyes are turned to you, though you perhaps know it not, and that Great Judge, public opinion looks to you and expects you to carry well that responsibility. "I do not belong to that school of political economists who believe that the salvation of the Negro race is segregation, exportation or return to practical bondage; neither do I belong to that school whose headquarters in Boston and other places in that section, which never permits an opportunity to pass to condemn the south in its treatment of the Negro. I believe the best friend the Negro has is to be found here in our sunny southland; as we understand him and his nature more than those whose judgement is formulated from a distance, and when he conducts himself along proper lines, retains the confidence and respect of his white neighbors. He is always assured of a square deal." The response was made by W. J. Latham, a prominent lawyer from Jackson, Miss., who is regarded as one of the most scholarly young men. He said in part: "You doubtless have heard that these representatives of this Grand Lodge come from the best element of Negro citizenship. You have also heard from the tongues or pen of persons of bewitching influence, that Negro lodges are schools for ormes and deviltry; that the votaries are taught disloyalty to government and hatred to their brother in white; that in general they are a menace to the safety of white society, and should be discouraged and broken up. It is my purpose on this occasion as it is my high privilege and distinguished honor, to tell you, the white people of this magnificent city and through the white people of this commonwealth, something of the object and purpose of the existence of the order of Knights of "Pythias, among the Negroes of the state of Mississippi." At this point he proceeded to show up the good side of the order, and the young people of his race. He sent a message to the white citizens, which if accepted, will be helpful to all concerned. OVERSHADOWS ANNUAL MEETING OF TENNESSEE PYTHIANS. Suit Entered by Whites Puts a Damper on Session and Newspaper Controversy Adds to General Unpleasantness—Crawford is Re-elected. Nashville, Tenn., July 17.—Like the Pythians in their sister state, Georgia, members of the craft in Tennessee now face the fight brought on by the white Pythians to drive them out of business. The uncertainty of this matter which has been aired in the state press for a few weeks previous pervaded the atmosphere and cast a shadow of gloom over the entire sessions of the Pythian Grand Lodge and Grand Court of Calanthe which met here this week. Despite this matter, however, the "brave men" as they really are went ahead with their work just as if they were having no all-powerful colored prejudice to face, and that facing it, the odds were against them in the white man's court, with his judges, juries and all machinery. The triumphant re-election of Dr. J. P. Crawford, for the eleventh time as Grand Chancellor, furnished the real sensation of the meeting, considering the amount of "fuse" the opposition had made. The election was not only a complete vindication of his administration and the expression of the willingness of the Knights to leave their matters in his hands at the crisis, but carried with it a strong endorsement for Supreme Keeper of Records and Seals, the election to take place at the forthcoming session of the Supreme lodge in Kansas City. The election took place Friday night. Working all night in the sweatering heat of the stuffy Odd Fellow's Hall, the Negro Knights of Pythias made a desperate effort to wind up their affairs in the three days allotted to them. The greatest surprise of the whole affair was the complete endorsement given Grand Chancellor, J. P. Crawford, which culminated in the triumphant election of Dr. Crawford for the eleventh term as Grand Chancellor, and the unanimous endorsement of his candidacy for Supreme Keeper of Records and Seals, to be voted upon at the coming session of the Supreme Lodge in Kansas City. Considerable opposition to Dr. Crawford's re-election was manifested by some delegates from east and west Tennessee, who, on the one hand, favored the candidacy of J. H. Hastie, of Knoxville, and on the other hand wished the bulk of the endowment and other money deposited in the Solvent Bank & Trust Company, Memphis. A circular attacking the administrative policies had been freely circulated by the Hastie adherents but was severely condemned by the Grand Lodge, and referred to the Committee on Appeals and Grieveances. The Secretary and Treasurer of the Endowment Bureau had reported the best financial condition of the order when the notice of application of injunction on the part of the White Pythians was received. The Grand Lodge immediately adjourned to give the officers opportunity to adjust matters arising from this difficulty. Not even the injunction could absorb the intense interest in the election. The test vote came on the report of the Committee on Grand Chancellors Address, which had endorsed all the recommendations of the Grand Chancellor, and was adop- COMMISSIONER SCOTT IS BANQUETTED Oltizens of the Nation Pay Tribute to Our Leading Young Diplomats in Recognition of Distinguished Services in Rebelf of the Liberian Republic. Washington, D. C., July 21.—Mr. Emmett J. Scott, of Tuskegee, Alabama, was the guest of honor last Thursday evening at a magnificent banquet at Gray's café, 1313 E. street northwest, tendered by upwards of a hundred citizens of Washington and representative colored men of the country at large. The function was designed as a compliment to Mr. Scott's very satisfactory service as a member of the Commission sent by the United States government to Liberia to investigate the political, social and industrial conditions of the West African Republic and to suggest ways and means by which this nation could intervene in behalf of its struggling foster-child. It was the aim of the Commission to discover, if possible, some method by which Liberia's threatened dismemberment at the hands of foreign powers could be prevented, and how the United States might assist in the development of its vast natural resources and to build up a commerce worthy of the name. Mr. Scott and his associates spent several weeks in Liberia and the bordering countries and their report is now in course of preparation for presentation to the President and the State Department. Mr. Ralph W. Tyler, Auditor of the Navy Department, acted as toastmaster, and set a new pace in that important office by his witty salaries, good-humored libes and satirical references to the current happenings with which the speakers were prominently identified. — Mr. James A. Cobb, Assistant United States Attorney, responding to the toast, "Our Guest," paid a lofty tribute to the work and worth of the Commissioner Diplimat, to which Mr. Scott replied in fitting terms, giving a clear and comprehensive, yet modest statement of what the representatives of the United States had tried to accomplish through their investigations in the "Dark Continet" Without forestalling his official report to the government, Mr. Scott told in an entertaining way of the character of the people in control of Liberia, of their habits and customs and lauded the open-hearted hospitality which greeted the Commissioners from the time they set foot on the African shore until they regretfully said "Adieu." He painted a hopeful picture of the future of the Republic, as he perceived within the elements of a strong national character, a determination to preserve their territorial rights and an intense desire to keep abreast of the ideals and standards set by the people of America. Mr. Scott considered Liberia the richest spot on the face of the earth, considering its area, and felt that with the proper help, the patriots there could establish for all time to come a tangible evidence of the self-governing ability of the black man. Mr. Scott's remarks were listened to with the closest attention and at the close he was given an ovation, the guests rising and drinking a toast to his continued good health and happiness. Others who responded to appropriate toasts were Major John R. Lynch, paymaster in the United States Army; Judge Robert H. Terrill, of the Municipal Court; John C. Dancy, Recorder of Deeds; W. T. Vernon, Register of the Treasury; Prof. Roscoe Conkling Bruce, Assistant Superintendent of the public schools; Dr. W. Bruce Evans, principal of Armatron Technical High School; Drs. A. M. Curtis, E. D. Williston, and C. W. Childs; Mr. R. R. Horner, of the Board of Education; Attorney Gilchrist Stewart, of New York and Architect W. Sidney Pittman. All of the speeches were of an unusually high order—spley, eloquent and informing, abounding at every possible point in praise of the wisdom and executive capacity of the guest of honor and predicting even greater achievements for him in the afterwhile. Letters and telegrams, regretting inability to be present, were received from prominent men throughout the country, among them Dr. Booker T. Washington, principal of Tuskegee Institute; Hon. W. H. Lewis, of Boston, Hon. Charles W. Anderson, of New York; Hon. Harry S. Cummings, of Baltimore; Fred R. Moore, of New York, editor of the New York Age; Attorney Thomas L. Jones, of the District bar; and Major R. R. Moton, of Hampton Institute. Dr. Washington's telegram, was, in part, as follows: "Very glad indeed Washington people are honoring Mr. Scott in way he deserves for hard successful work he has accomplished on the In the absence of Dr. J. P. Crawford, who was adjusting matters with reference to the injunction, NUMBER LXXXI STOTT IS BANQUETTED to Our Leading Young Diplomat in need Services in Behalf of the Republic. Liberian Commission. as quitted himself in a court and praiseworthy manner. As is well known in the country, Mr. Scott has been, since twelve years, the first desiscer and far-seeing private secretary to Dr. Washington, and everler less no opportunity to serve his sincere appreciation and unstaking service rendered by the gracious young man, and candidly admits his indispensability to the well-being of the Tuskegee Institute and its allied activities. Mr. Scott is a native of Texas and graduated from Wiley University at Houston. A few years ago his alma mater conferred upon him the degree of Master of Arts. Since the formation of the National Negro Business League by Mr. Booker T. Washington in Boston in 1900 Mr. Scott has been corresponding secretary of that great agency for commercial uplift, and has been the "right hand" of his distinguished chief in promoting its growth year by year. It was due to the agitation and persistent following of the matter that there are today three Negro bandmasters in the colored regiments of the United States Army and through him President Roosevelt was moved to order that all of the four regiments be provided with Negro chief musicians as rapidly as openings could be made. Judge M. W. Glbbs, L. G. Gregory, R. W. Thompson, Dr. W. C. McNoill, Cyrus F. Adams, Robert A. Fetham, O. A. Stafford, A. F. Hilly, H. C. Tyson, Arthur C. Newman, James H. Hudnell, A. H. Gleun, James B. Walker, John C. Nalle, W. Calvin Chase, Arthur S. Gray, James W. Gray, Wyatt Archer, Dr. C. Sumner Wormley, George W. Scott, S. J. Davidson, Major C. A. Thickness, W. H. Clifford, W. H. Davis, John A. Lumsdor, ford, George F. Collins, Oliver Rendolph, Thomas J. Calloway, Z. E. Moore, John T. Howe, Charles T. Polinter and Whitfield McKinlay —R. W. Thompson Reported Fatally Injured in a Fayette County Mine Last Week. Telegrams from McDonald were received in the city Saturday, informing local members of the order of an accident by which Ross D. Robinson, Grand Messier of Masons, was seriously, if not fatally injured. The report of details are meager and conflicting, but all are to the effect that a fall of state is responsible for Mr. Robinson's injuries, his back seeming to be most seriously affected, and fears, apparently not groundless, are entertained here that the accident will terminate fatally. Mr. Robinson is well known in Charleston, and in fact, wherever in the state the principles of his craft have been promulgated. The accident is deeply deprived and the hope is entertained that the reports exaggerate its seriousness. Should Be Given Equal Industrial Chances With Whites in South Big Meeting Held Atlanta, Ga., July 18—At a great mass meeting of Negroes and whites held here this afternoon resolutions were adopted declaring that Negroes should be given equal industrial opportunities with the whites in the South. Rev. Dr. James W. Lee, pastor of the largest Methodist Church in Atlanta, presided, and scores of prominent business men were present. Former Governor Northen was the principal speaker, and he declared that it would be ruthless for the South to deny equal rights to the Negro industrial world. He declared that the recent strike of the firemen on the Georgia Railroad was the work of Northern men, and that it furnished a striking example of the North's present feeling toward the Negro. He commended the decision made by Herbert and Barrow of the arbitration board. There is a bill before the Legislature, the purpose of which, is to entirely eliminate Negro men on railroads, and the meeting was in the nature of a protest against the measure. (From Parkersburg District News.) Charles P. Light, the new commissioner of public safety, is letting the people know there is such a department of our state government that is the first time the department has any place except in the mail bill, since it CORRESPONDENCE The plonic to be given July 27th at Blennherhassett Island by Maceo Lodge No. 16 K. of P. promises to be one of the best in years. Amusements of all kinds will be had and music will be furnished by Blennherhassett band. The Steamer Louise will make trips hourly to and from the Island. A great game of base ball will be played between Maceo Lodge and Belpre, O. teams. Everybody is cordially invited. J. R. Jefferson delivered an address in Marietta, O., Friday evening. The meeting was held in the court house and for the benefit of the Wesleyan Methodist church of which Rev. Amos Lawrence is pastor. Rev. Wm. Mayle, of Hillsboro, O., passed through the city, Friday, enroute to Belpre, O., to visit his brother. Prof. John Harrison, of Topeka, Kansas, was in the city for a few days last week. While here he was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius Watkins. Mr. Harrison used to live in Marietta, O. and is a graduate of Marietta College. He has been principal of one of the schools in Topeka for a number of years. Miss Lola M. Lavender, Grand Lecturer of O. O. C. of West Virginia, made her annual official visit to Vendetta Court No. 5 O. O. C. Monday evening. Miss Lavender was at her best and delivered a wholesome and interesting lecture to the Court. All were pleased to welcome her to the city and enjoyed what she had to say. After the meeting light refreshments were served. Miss Lavender was the guest of Mrs. Henry Comedy on 19th street, while in the city. Mrs. Nancy Williams, who has been on the sick list for some time, continues to grow weaker. Cary Williams spent a delightful visit at Columbus, O., and returned home last Friday. Mr. and Mrs. Hicks and children left Saturday to visit Mr. Hicks' parents at Grantsville. They will return home tomorrow. Mrs. Frank Spriggs and son and Miss Katie Dixon have gone on an extended visit to their home at Berry-ville, Va. Mrs. Martha Brown and daughter, Miss Martha, left Wednesday, July 15, for Washington, D. C., to visit several weeks with her brother. Frank Spriggs attended the District Grand Bodge of Odd Fellows last week at Morgandown. Miss Pearl Brown arrived home from Clarksburg, Sunday, to visit her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Tandy Brown. Mrs. Phyllis Johnson and Miss Grace Washington left Saturday for Manitowanning, Canada, and will be gone until September. Mrs. Henry Simpson spent Saturday and Sunday, visiting her husband at St. Marys. She returned home Sunday night. Misses Marie Lee and Julia McClung, who have been attending the Ohio State University at Athens, O. came home last week to take the teachers' examination, and visit their parents. They returned to school Sunday evening... The Country Club is now under the able management of Mrs. Hattie Carter. Mrs. Carter left Saturday to take charge. Miss Hazel Davis, of Sabina, O., Miss Mayes, Bellefontaine, O., Miss Stella Green, Miss Turner and Mr. Henderson, of Zanesville, O., attended the teachers examination in this city, last week, and returned home Saturday. Mrs. Fred Lacy, of Belpre, O., who received very painful burns from a gas explosion last week, is a great deal better and no serious results are feared. Mrs. Nelson Devers is slowly recovering after a serious illness with typhoid fever. Mrs. Douglas Justice, of Marietta was called to Bradford, Pa., Saturday More Money For Colored People This is one of the objects of this great Benefi- cation. Protective organization. The Lodge aims to improve the condition, in a financial way, as well as morally and industrially, of every member, colored as wait our, national Opportunities, Self Betterment and Protection generally, are among the things the members work. It is an International Chartered Cooperative body of the term. No matter where you live, or what your occupation, be you married or single, employ- er or student, be you employed or disabled, and where death occurs in the family. Big Cash Benefits At death of member, $100 cash is paid to beneficiary, At death of wife, or other beneficiary, member secures $25. At death of member's child, $10, of baby, $2. There are many other benefits not allowed by other organizations. Membership is open to both sexes, including boys and girls over 18 years old. No discrimination as to nationality, color, politics or religion. Over $50,000 money and women have already joined our state, having found this the grandest and most spilling Beneficial Protective Institution in existence. We invite you to join. Based 15% for copy of official paper. The "I-L-U Home Journal" circular matter and full particulars. $2 per join promptly, we will give you the opportunity to represent as in your local area. You can devote your spare hours to securing members for which we will pay you liberally. We also need a few Traveling Representatives who can give them a direct time to this work good pay, instead of traveling expenses. We are once by the death of her brother. She was accompanied by her son, Walter. Miss Rachel Brandon left last week to attend the Ohio Grand Court and visit at Columbus, Ohio. Mrs. Grant Haines and children left Wednesday for Columbus to visit Mrs. Mary Park, formerly of this city. Mrs. Mary Gasklns, of Cincinnati, O., arrived here Sunday evening, where she will make her home with her brother, Clarence Euell. RED SULPHUR SPRING. Rev. J. M. Roan preached a good sermon, Sunday. Mrs. Fannie Dickerson was the guest of Mrs. Olie Bowlinger, Sunday at dinner. Miss Zula Johnson has returned home. Miss Annie Walker is reported ill at this writing. Ernest Walker is not able to be out this week. Mrs. Olie Bowlinger was the guest of Mrs. W. K. Johnson at lunch Sunday evening. Robert Walker was here visiting his grandparents, Friday night. Mrs. Emeline Sims, who was sick last week, is able to be out. Miss Pearl Walker entertained at luncheon Edward White Sunday. RONCEVERTE. Mrs. Elizabeth Brown and Mrs. Debby Terry are visiting friends at Hot Springs, Va. Mrs. Lewis and daughter, of Low Moore, Va., are guests of her son, E. W. Hester. Rev. White has been holding protracted meetings at McDonald and Carlsle. Mrs. Annie K. Dandridge attended teachers' examination at Lewisbury, last week. Edward Eldridge returned home from Charleston last week after spending some time with his sister Mrs. Albert Jefferson. Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Price returned to McKendree last week, after visiting friends and relatives in Virginia. Henry Brinkley is home from Clifton Forge Hospital much improved. Ernest Hopkins, Alex Brown and Alex Hunter visited Alderson Friday. E. W. Hester spent Saturday at White Sulphur. Rev. Jefferson returned home Monday after visiting Philadelphia, Washington and other northern cities. G. B. Cousin returned home from Martinsburg after attending the Grand Lodge as a delegate from Phoenix Lodge No. 6470 G. U. O. O F. Clabourne Haynes, Misses Haynes and Mickens were guests of Miss Emma Brinkley, Sunday. Prof T' C. Edmond, of Birdgewater, Va., attended teachers' examination at Lewisburg last week. Rev. Chas. Lewis returned Monday from Talcott, where he was attending campmeeting. Sunday he preached an able sermon to a large congregation. Miss Lena Hopkins went to Alderson, Friday, to visit her mother, Mrs. Hopkins. Rev. Wm. E. Jefferson and Jno. Riddle entertained the young ladies club at the M. E. parsonage, Thursday night. Rev. Hughes was in town last week on business. The St. Lukes will have an entertainment Tuesday night at Greens Hotel. Mrs. Lindia Williams and Miss Marcella Ross have opened a restaurant in the Eldridge building on Main street. ST. ALBANS James R. Patton, of Institute, was calling on friends, Sunday. Quite a nupmber went to Gallipolis Sunday on the excursion which was run by Ransom and Alston. Mrs. Maryland Dawson and daughter Bessie, of Charleston, were calling on her sister, Mrs. Kate Waddy, Sunday. Rev. S. R. Bullock, of Charleston, preached a most excellent sermon here Sunday. George Sullivan, of Huntingtno, was here on business Saturday. Mrs. L. S. Hodge, of Montgomery, will lecture here, Thursday night. Prof. Pickins will lecture at the Baptist church, Monday, July 26. Agatha James and Howard Hall were quietly married Wednesday at the home of the bride's parents. Miss Ida Wilson, of Charleston, was calling on her mother, Mrs. Bettie Wilson, Sunday. FAIRMONT. Mrs. Chas. Fraction entertained at dinner Wednesday of last week, Mrs. Jas. Wilkes and daughter, Miss Beulah Smith, of Clarksburg, and Mrs. F. H. Jackson and daughter, Miss Lena. Mrs. Arch Meade entertained at aupper Wednesday evening, Mrs. James Wilkes, Mrs. Ed. Holmes, Misses Beulah Smith and Anna Dawson. Mr. ad Mrs. F. H. Jackson and Mrs. Chas. Fraction left Monday morning for Martinsburg, to attend the district Lodge of the I. O. O. F. and H. of R. Mrs. E. L. Morton and children left Saturday for Pt. Pleasant for a month's visit with her parents. month's visit with her parents. The young ladies entertained with a party at the home or Mrs. F. H. Jackson Wednesday night. Those present were Misses Beulah Smith, Anna Dawson, Bessie Meade, Nellie Staley, Ira Warrick, Florence Warrick, Pearl Washington, Ella Ridley, Mary Shelton, Mamie Rhoades, Gracie Martin, and Lena Jackson; Messrs. Geo. Meade, Oliver Meade, William Banks, Lawrence Chamberlain, Alexander Williams, Philip Temple, and Mr. Banks. Misses Ira Warrick and Florence Warrick, of Morgantown, are guests of their uncle J. F. Staley and family. Mr. and Mrs. Daley Martin, who are spending the summer at the Log, were in town Saturday. Mrs. Ed. Holmes, Misses Anna Dawson and Dealah Smith spent Friday at the Log. Miss Beulah Smith is the guest of Miss Dawson this week. Mrs. E. L. Morton and children and Mrs. C. W. Hamilton were afternoon visitors at Peacock Farm, Friday. Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Meade, and Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Hamilton made the round trip on the excursion boat, I. C. Woodward, Sunday evening. The lawn fete given Thursday evening, at the home of Mrs. Wm. Fortune by Aid No. 2 was a success. Mrs. Harry Johnson was hostess to Aid No. 1. Mrs. J. F. Staley was hostess to Aid No. 2. Friday evening. Mrs. Creed Jones is home from the city hospital. Miss Hazel Carter is home from Cook's Hospital. Rev. Wanzer, of Pa., preached at the Baptist church. HUNTINGTON. Prince Hozannah, a native African, lectured at the A. M. E. church, Monday evening, and at 16th Street Baptist church, Tuesday evening. Both lectures were delivered to fair-sized audiences. William Mills, who has been attending Howard University taking a course in dentistry, is spending a few weeks with his parents here. Masters Carl and Leroy Barnett returned to their home, at Columbus, Ohio, after spending ten days with their grandma Barnett, and other relatives. The Rosebuds, the juvenile department of the St. Lukes, gave a picnic Friday, which was well attended and greatly enjoyed by the little ones. Rev. I. V. Bryant was chosen as messenger from the First Baptist church to Mt. Olivet Association which convenes at Cedar Grove. The little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Mead was painfully but, not seriously scalded about the face, Sunday, by the overturning of a teakettle. Prof. Pickens, professor of languages in Talladega College, Talladega, Alabama, and who carried the honor man oratorical contest at Harvard about four years ago, will address the Y. M. C. A. next Sunday afternoon, this being the last meeting until the heated season is over. Miss Clara Stewart, who took the uniform examination here last week, returned to her home in Circleville, Ohio, Sunday. C. G. Woodson, returned Saturday from a business trip to Washington, D. C. Quite a number of friends of Miss Norah Dickinson tendered her a surprise Monday evening in celebration of her birthday anniversary. After an evening spent in music and conversation, Miss Norah was presented with a beautiful silk parasol, the gift of those who surprised her. Delicious refreshments were served and all repaired to their homes happier for the evening thus spent. Miss Gertrude Mills spent last week with Ashland friends. Miss Clara Stewart and Mrs. A. B. Hughes visited the Orphans' Home Saturday. A number from here attended the basket meeting at Burlington, Sunday. Robt. Woodson has taken the contract for a brick dwelling to be erected on 8th avenue for Rev. A. D. Lewis. Rev. I. V. Bryant left this week to take a vacation of several weeks which was granted by the First Baptist church at their last business meeting. Rev. Meadows will fill the pulpit during his absence. G. W. Hughes returned Friday from Martinsburg where he attended the Grand Lodge meeting of the Odd Fellows. Mrs. C. H. Payne left for Gallipolis, Saturday, to visit her sister, Mrs. Emma Washington. Miss Pearl Martin is the guest of her aunt, Mrs. Isham Scott. Mrs. T. R. Jenkins, who was ill last week, is much improved. Mrs. Jno. Sessor and children left for Gallipolis Monday for a visit to her sister, Mrs. Ida Connor SEWELL J. V. Coleman. Deputy for the Knight of Pythias, of West Virginia, was here Saturday to install the officers of the Eastern Star Lodge While here he was the guest of Ernest Vanhook. Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Johnson, of McKendree, were the pleasant guests of Miss W. A. Freeland, Saturday. Misses Fanny Cary, Belle James, Virginia Gaines, and Lelia Clark, were Sunday visitors to Brentwood. G. W. Johnson, J. V. Coleman, L. P. Scott, and Madison James were at McKendree, Sunday, to see R. D. Dace C. R. Whitling and G. L. Jackson were elected to represent Eastern Start No. 10 in the Grand Lodge. Mrs. Neil VanHook was elected to represent Fanny L. Starks Court No. 8. Mrs. Fanny Cary and Mrs. Nannle Scott were visiting Mrs. Mary Jones at Nuttall, Thursday. R. O. Cary was calling on friends in Fayetteville, Saturday and Sunday. **KANAWHA CITY** Mr. and Mrs. F. D. Page were shopping in Charleston Tuesday. P. H. Hays spent Sunday here with Mrs. Page. Those who attended the show in Charleston Saturday were Mrs. R. B. Johnson, Mrs. Green, C. A. Page, Misses Ivory, Sadie and Maggie Woods. Emanuel Russ has moved to Charleston. Misses Russia, Lillian and Virine Sellers visited their mother here Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Page were calling on friends at South Ruffner, Sunday. Miss Annestine Johnson had as her quest Sunday Sherman Green, Misses Russia Sellers, Ivory Woods and John Woods. We regret to announce the death of Miss Lena Brown which occurred Friday night. Interment at Veneble cemetery. Miss Brown will be greatly missed both in her church and among her friends. EAGLE A number attended the sermon at Boomer Sunday. Miss Ellen Barnes, of Boomer, was visiting friends Saturday. Mrs. Georgia Flood, of Charleston, is visiting her sister-in-law, Mrs. Mamie Madison. John Harris, of Boomer, was visiting Miss Stella Cosby, Sunday. Mrs. Agnes Ferson, of Black Hawk, is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Marie Madison. William Skanks, of Boomer, was visiting Miss Mattie Cosby, Sunday. Mr. William Brower, died suddenly in the mines, Friday. Mrs. Mary Vaughn, who attended the funeral of her uncle, returned home Monday. John Morton, of Ohio, is visiting his brother, Janner Morton. Rev. I. V. Bryant passed through here Sunday enroute to Boomer, where he preached two sermons. W. H. Banner, of Boomer, was visiting friends here, Saturday. Tom Flood, of Black Hawk, is visiting his sister, Mrs. Madison. Miss Emmy Cosby, of Montgomery, was visiting her mother, Mrs. Eliza Cosby. GUYANDOTTE Mrs. Martha Edwards, who has been sick at the residence of her daughter, went home this week much improved. Mr. and Mrs. Pleasants and Grant Spencen attended the basket meeting at Burlington, Sunday. Misses Hattie and Allie Hicks, of Barboursville, attended the teachers examination here last week. The Ladies of the Second Baptist Church gave a lawn fete Saturday evening for the church. RED STAR Mesdames Tucker and Freeman, of Greenstown, passed through the town Saturday enroute to Mt. Hope to see Mrs. Rena Scott, who is very ill. Mrs. Sue Caul and children are guests of Mrs. T. G. Gregory, this week. Robert E. L. Washington is in town again. Mrs. T. G. Gregory and Miss Maud Tarrier went to Mt. Hope Sunday to see the latter's sister, Mrs. Scott. Mrs. M. E. Davis arrived home Saturday after spending several days at Lewisburg. Mrs. Brown and children arrived Saturday to be the guests of their brother and uncle, Printer Malone, of the Sentinel. While here they are stopping with Mrs. J. C. Clemmons. Mesdames Price and Oglebsby Messrs. Munroe, Davis and Carryb went to McKendree Sunday to see Ross Robinson, who was seriously injured in the mine while cutting coal. Dr. and Mrs. S. A. Washington went to Scarbrø Sunday to visit Mr. and Mrs. Robinson. Profs. J. M. Arter and Jefferson, Mrs. J. C. Clemmons were in attend- ance at the examination at Fayette ville Thursday and Friday. Miss Georgia, Wells returned from her home Saturday where she was called on account of illness of her mother. Miss Esther Hockett went to Mc Donald Monday on business. MONTGOMERY. H. H. Railey, was a business visitor to Charleston Saturday. Miss Nellie M. Lewis has as her guest Miss M. J. Holland, of Roanoke, Va. Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Railey entertained at dinner Wednesday complimentary to John L. Hayes, of Charlottesville, Va. Hilton Woody, of Bluefield, is here visiting his wife. Miss Ethel Brown, entertained at dinner, Monday, Miss Nellie Lewis and Miss M. J. Holland. Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Buster entertained Thursday evening, complimentary to John L. Hayes, of Charlottesville, Va. Henry Boyd, Wm. Byrd, of Charleston, and John Simmons, of Longacre, were guests of Erma Hardy, Sunday. Miss Rosa Hardy left Sunday to spend a week with Misses Blanche Booker and Frances James, of Hughston. Miss Ophelia Morgan, of Pocahontas, enroute to Okla., spent a few days in our town visiting friends. Miss Sadie Ward was visiting friends at Eagle, Sunday. Mrs. Josephine Hardy and daughter Rosa made a business trip to Mt. Carbon, Friday. A large crowd from here attended the annual sermon of the Odd Fellows at Boomer, Sunday. The B. Y. P. U. gave an entertainment at the Odd Fellows Hall, Mondal evening. L. N. Brown, of Institute, is here to begin work on a $4,000 house for Mayor Davis. Mrs. J. J. Noble is out after several weeks' illness. Dr. B. F. White and Rev. D. C. Hunter were business callers to Cabin Creek, Monday. Mrs. Richard Tyler spent Monday at Dowood the guest of Mrs. Joe Guthrie. LEWISBURG Randolph Scott, who has been ill for several weeks, is able to be out again. Rev. J. W. Waters left Tuesday morning to accompany Mrs. Annie Herron to Baltimore, where she will make her home in the future. The Literary Society rendered a good program on Thursday evening. All who were on for the evening responded. The society is manifesting new life and is always well attended. Quarterly Conference at the M. E. Church, Friday evening, was one of the most enjoyable for many days. Besides the excellence of the various reports the congregation was given a treat in the way of music and speeches by Revs. J. E. Jefferson and J. A. Roan. Dist. Supt. Hughes also made a splendid address. Mrs. Docia Morris is quite sick at this writing. Mrs. Victoria Brown, of White Sulphur, was visiting here Sunday. Vernon Brown was taken sick with the fever last week. The locals defeated Low Moor Wednesday by the overwhelming score of 12 to 1. Gardner was in superb form, allowing the visitors but three hits. Three base hit, Brown; two base hit, Wilkerson; Bowling two, Freeland Robinson; Double play, Wilkerson to Bowling to Freeman. Our team is playing a snappy game and will give any team a close fight. Miss Ella Bolling spent Sunday visiting in Muddy Creek. Wm. Harris was over from White Sulphur Sunday. Rev. D. C. Deans preached at the M. E. Church Sunday night. The discourse was strong and inspiring and made a very favorable impression upon the hearers. Albert Slaughter was a business visitor in Roncevert Monday. MOUNDSVILLE The First Baptist Sunday school will give a penny social at the church Saturday evening. The novelty of this entertainment will be the price at which articles will be sold. Everything will go for a penny. A penny is the price of admission. The members of the Baptist church are contemplating having a camp meeting on Fork Ridge in the near future. Prof. Jackson was in the city last week. He and Madame Jackson will give an entertainment at the School Hall Tuesday evening. Warden Mathews will not do anything in regard to the pre-historic Indian mound, recently purchased by the state, this summer but next spring will probably place a large force of convicts to work in beautifying the grounds and making a city park out of the relic. Ninety-seven teachers took the examination here, last week, from different parts of the county. The following teachers were elected for the Lincoln School of Wheeling, last week. J. W. Hughes principal, Misses Beatrice A. Cox, Mary L. McMechen, Ella Jones, Bessie Grant, Nellie M. Hemmings, Maud Mason and Alma Lightfoot, substitutes. Mrs. Sallie Adams, Mrs. Fannie Haregraves and Miss Blanche Wallace were guests of Mrs. Adkins, at Wheeling, Sunday. Mr. Griglesby, from Weston was here last week and took a patient from the prison to the asylum. While here he was the guest of J. H. Campbell. Mrs. Lizzle Knight and Miss Virginia Foster have returned from a visit to friends at Manington. S. W. Wade, of this city, spoke at the meeting of the Negro Business League at Wheeling Friday evening Miss Mae Anderson was unable to teach her music class this week, on account of illness. The Olympia Ladies' Quartette and Jubilee Singers will appear here at the Chautauqua on the Camp ground, next month. Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Campbell attended a wedding reception given by Mr. and Mrs. Robert Clark in honor of Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Taylors at 1024 Market street, Wheeling, Thursday evening. THE BAUER MEAT & FISH COMPATY Beef, Veal, Mutton, Pork, Fresh Pork Sausage OUR OWN MAKE. Try our machine sliced Hams and Bacon OYSTERS, FISH, POULTRY The best qualities in all the popular kinds of We want your patronage for we have complete stock in our lines and you can get it when you want it most. 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Hermon Baptist church a beautiful communion set. There will be a rally at the Mt. Hermon Baptist church, Sunday, for the benefit of the missionary society. Rev. J. W. Crosby will fill the pulpit. The remains of Mrs. White, who died in Charleston, last week, were brought here for interment. The burial services were conducted by Rev. J. W. Chosby. Mrs. Julia Wallace, Mrs. Julia Williams and husband, of Charles Campus, Laboratory, Telescope, Li- Committious Barn, Piggory, of gardens, Cold Frames and enses free to West Virginians. Nee- 0 per month to State students Features six prizes awarded annually, les, frequent Lectures and En- M. C. A. Christian Institution. and to IES ICECREAM Furnished with orders for ship- ery of Cream and Ices for Sun- ichols ton, attended the burial of Mrs. White. Mrs. Emma Dickerson and son, of Bancroft, were business visitors here Thursday evening. Mrs. Julia Wallace and daughter, Miss. Beatrice, of Charleston, are spending a few days here with relatives. Mrs. Bettie Nicholas had as her guest, Sunday, Mr. and Mrs. John Scott and Mrs. Lizzie Freeman, of Eagle. West Va. THURSDAY, JULY 22, 1909. CONTINUED FROM PAGE ONE. In speaking on social recognition, Mr. Latham said, "There is nothing further from the mind of the Negro than that unknown condition commonly called social equality. The Negro believes as firmly as the white man, that God planned that there should be separate and distinct races of people, and he believes that racial identity should remain in tact. We prefer to have our own schools, churches and societies—in fact we do not believe that there is any such thing as social equality, if so it cannot be legislatedThe Negro neither seeks, nor asks, nor desires social intermingling with the white people. He only seeks the opportunity to work in peace for his daily bread." Other addresses of welcome were delivered on the part of the Knights of Pythias on the Gulf Coast by Prof. J. W. Crawford, response by Prof. E. D. Bowling, of Learned; on the part of the Court of Celanthe by Mrs. A. E. Miles, Friars Point; instrumental solo, Mrs. P. A. Smith, Macomb; Our Women in Societies, by Mrs. M. B. Williams, Mound Bayou; on the part of the churches, by Rev. R. J. Turner, response, Rev. W. H. Whitlock, of Macon; on the part of the citizens, Rev. D. W. Tillman, response, Prof. T. B. Helm, Alcorn; part of education, Prof. H. C. Heidleberg, response by P. W. Howard, of Jackson; on the part of Uniform Runk, F. W. Flowers, response by Col. John W. Strauther, of Greenville. This concluded the welcome program. At night a grand lodge of sorrow was held by the grand lodge and the grand court held a court of sorrow, which were memorial services over the departed. Tuesday morning bright and early the Grand Chancellor was on hand and at 9 o'clock sounded the gavel which called to order the second day's session. Rev. H. H.Buckingham, the Grand Prelate made the opening prayer, and immediately after the reading of the journal, Sir. S. W. Green, of New Orleans, Supreme Chancellor, was introduced, because of his having to make a train to go the Grand Lodge of Georgia. He delivered an address in which he congratulated the Mississippi Pythians, the leading jurisdiction in the country. He spoke of some of the law suits instituted by some of the white Knights to stop the colored Knights from using the name. He delivered a strong address, and was given an ovation by the grand lodge. Roscoe C. Simmons, of New York city, Grand Chancellor of New York, and the scholarly editor of the New York National Review, was introduced and given an ovation. Mr. Simmons is a native of the state of Mississippi, but for some time has been in New York. He considered it a pleasure to return to his native state and to note the progress being made along all lines. He spoke in terms of praise of the state, it having sent two men to the United States Senate, and filled other positions of honor and trust. He hailed with delight the approach of a better day for the entire race. Mr. Simmons is a fine orator, and held with case, the 900 delegates spellbound. The afternoon session was largely spent in hearing the annual message of Grand Chancellor John W. Harris, and the other officials reports. Grand Chancellor took up every phase of the Pythian work, and at the conclusion of his address, the other officers followed in their order. The report which attracted much attention and comment was that of the Grand Master of Exchequer, Hon. J. W. Strauther. The Picayune has the following to say on it: The report which concerned the entire order and which was given special attention was that of the grand master of exeququer, John W. Strauther, of Greenville, Miss. He has held the position for a number of years, and is considered one of the best officials in the entire United States. He has accumulated for himself some considerable money and property and hence he is in a position to care for the money belonging to the order. Strauther is considered one of the best business Negroes in Mississippi. For a long time he has had a successful undertaking establishment in Greenville, and has been foremost in everything for the uplift and betterment of his people. He is conservative, and recognizes that the Negro must work out his destiny right here in the south, and preaches that doctrine to his people. In his office he employs a dozen clerks and stenographers of his own race, thus helping to solve the Negro problem by giving the educated Negroes something to do. In speaking of the Negro Knights he said: "This Order has entered upon a new epoch in its history and has refuted the charge of our enemies that we are an ungrateful people. We have shown our love and devotion for our departed heroes. Bowles and Jones, by erecting two monuments, which speak volumes for the order and more for the race. That chain of fraternal brotherhood which was formed at the altar has linked over 17,000 loyal men together, working with only one contention as who can best work and best agree. During the past twelve months we have carried charity into 185 homes to the amount of $82,000, which is a gain of over $10,000 over the previous year." Brought forward from 1908, $44, 704.90; collected for the year, $102, 079.72; Grand Lodge taxes collected, $3,276.60; balance brought forward, $606.98. Total, $150,758.20. Lodges in good standing 544; members in good standing, 16,111. Several short addresses were made touching the work of the grand master of exchequer. He is at the head of the courts in the United States, and will attend the Supreme Court in Kansas City. During the afternoon session the grand lecturer, Prof. V. L. Ruben, reported on the condition of the local lodges in various parts of the state. He showed that many of them were buying land and erecting halls, and were teaching law and order, as well as right living. "They are making friends between the races as they go along," said Ruben, "and this is the thing to do. I am glad to say that the public schools are doing good work, and it is because they have the support of every loyal Python in the state. I am glad that I am a citizen of Mississippi and would not get away from the state for my life. I have never found my color against me and you can see I am a real black man. I strive to make friends for my people." A large amount of business was transacted during the day, Dr. E. E. Howard, the grand medical examiner, in his report, showed that precaution has been taken to get into the order the best material from a physical standpoint. He regretted that there were many deaths among the Negroes, yet thought that it was improving as the race took up the question of hygiene, and observed the laws of health. Grand Court. "You may talk race love, race problem and everything else, but the race will never be lifted up until the proper home life is observed," declared W. H. Scott, A. B., Ph.D., grand worthy councillor of the Grand Court of Calanthe, at the opening of the second day's session this morning. "The home is the hand of the woman," he continued, "and for that reason you are here to receive new inspiration, and if possible to lift up ourselves. I note with pleasure the improved condition of our women in this country, and you must continue to go up in the future as you have in the past. These things cannot be accomplished by sitting around talking, but by actual work. "You have the training of the future men and women, and I want you to train them right. Teach them to be industrious. Do not permit them to loaf on the streets. See that they do not keep late hours, but to get the proper rest so as to grow strong and useful." The song and prayer service was impressive and participated in by nearly 1,000 women. Mrs. Mary E. Ellis made the opening prayer, and a committee was announced after the reading of the journal on page worthy chancellor's degrees. Cora Israel was elected assistant grand recorder of deeds, to serve during the grand deeds. Lolia J. Hall was elected official reporter of the grand court. P. W. Howard, the legal adviser and attorney for the grand court, delivered an address. He was proud of the work being done by the order, and declared that the Negro would have to work as never before to better his own condition. "I have listened with interest to the words of the worthy grand counceller, and I am here to say that they have the right ring. We are here in the south and we are here to stay, and we must make the best of our opportunities. Stopping to quarrel with a stick which trips you up will not help you on your journey. You must put forth an effort to do and be something." In the session this afternoon Dr. W. A. Scott delivered his annual message. He said in part: "With hope as our star, faith our shield, love our anchor, and peace as our watchword, we greet you with pleasure after twelve months of separation. Abundant success and progress has been ours since our last session. Many who were dear to us have finished their course and today they are awaiting to greet us on the beautiful shore, just over the river, but God has blessed us to shake hands once more. "In art, science and literature we all add or substruct something from posterity. The greatness that we add depends upon the length, breadth height or depth of our soul, for no small mind can give great thought, no little soul can beat in unison with a large soul; no low idea can beget a great ideal; no weak character can add any strength to $n$ strong. Greatness consists in giving one's self for the advancement of the human family, and the extension of the kingdom of God and its greatness. Those who have labored before us handed their mantle to us and said, "I give my life for this cause, now take my place and push it to completion." "No great movement in human or divine affairs can be thought of without thinking of the great souls who were the centers of attraction. Can we think of the red sea without thinking of Moses? Can we think of the Pass of Thermopylae without Leonidas? Can we see quality greater than leadership or generalship in Horatius at the bridge, Winkleride at Lake Zurich, Napoleon at Lodi, Nelson at the Nile? Now, since this is true, let us see to it that our thoughts are lofty, our words are golden, our deeds are angellic. "No race of people can survive and give the cream of its individuality to posterity unless that essence and that cream and flavor are found the incarnation of the lives of their leaders, whether male or female. "My parting word to you is, ever remember that our God, who holds our destiny in his hands, and our God, who gave his only begotten son to die for us, yea, our God, who sits as a watchman on the wall, expects of us, and demands of us, that whatever we do in words or deeds should be done to his glory. May we so live that our having lived will not be in vain. Let me implore you, in the name of God and in the name of all that is holy and divine, to be good, be true, be loyal, be strong, be worthy. Then we shall receive the 'Well done.'" PYTHIAN LODGES AND COURTS OF CALANTHE Dr. E. P. Brown, of Greenville, one of the most noted Negro physicians of Mississippi, and a man of wealth, delivered an address, in which he told about his effort to erect a factory for Negroes and by Negroes. His address was attentively listened to. H. W. Wallace, a successful Negro cotton sampler, addressed the Grand Lodge this morning. His address was full of information. At the opening of the afternoon session resolutions were passed, suspending the rule, and the officers were unanimously elected as follows: John W. Harris, Meridian, grand chancellor; W. H. Jordon, Greenville vice grand chancellor; S. H. Highland, Vicksburg, grand keeper of record and seal; John W. Strauther, Greenville, grand master of the exchequer; H. H. Buckingham, Meridian, grand prelate; H. R. L. Smith, McComb, grand master-at-arms; V. L. Ruben, Bolton, grand lecturer; Charles Isaae, Natchez, grand trustee. Rev. E. P. Jones delivered an address complimenting the order on the united effort to better its condition. He offered a resolution by which a committee was appointed to select a token to be presented to John W. Harris, John W. Strauther and V. L. Ruben, at the close of the Grand Lodge. Roscoe C. Simmons, of New York City, delivered an address. LOUISVILLE GETTING READY. Arrangements Nearly All Complete for the Entertainment of the National Negro Business League. Louisville, Ky., July 21.—The arrangements for the entertainment of the annual convention of the National Negro Business League are nearing completion. The date of the opening is August 18, scarcely one month away, but the committees have their work so well in hand that a genuine, old-fashioned Kentucky welcome can be safely guaranteed to all who may honor the picturesque Falls City with their presence during the League season. THE ANNUAL PYTHIAN PARADE Will occur Friday, August 6th at 12 M. This will be participated in by Pythian Bands, Lodges, Courts, Uniform Rank Companies, Brigade and Regimental Staff Officers from all parts of the state. W. H. Steward, editor of the American Baptist, is at the head of the committee on homes, and he reports that his list of stopping places is being filled at a gratifying pace, yet there is a need for additional accommodations, as the attendance bids fair to break all records, and the local managers do not wish to take any chances on being short when the rush comes. The most representative people of the city are sending in their names and are indicating a willingness to co-operate to the fullest extent of their power with the plans of the committee leaders. The headquarters at the Y. M. C. A. building, 920 West Chestnut street, are open day and night, and consultations are held at all hours. D. L. Knight, president of the local league, and W. T. Garnett, secretary, are putting in a large share of their time here, answering letters of inquiry and conferring with the chalfen of the several committees. Immediately after the parade, cars will leave for beautiful Edgewood Park for Annual Outing. The committee on decorations is planning to have columns in front of the Chestnut Street C. M. E. church, where the day sessions of the league are to be held, and to place a similar feature in front of the Y. M. C. A., just one block below. These will be festooned with electric lights, creating the effect of a "Court of Honor." At Edgewood are skating and dancing pavilions, merry-go-round, shooting and picture galleries, penny arcade and many other amusements for young and old. It's shady dells, sylvan walks and springs of cold, sparkling water make Edgewood the most beautiful pleasure resort in the state. K. of P. Bands, an Orchestra and an Electric. Orchestrion will enliven the occasion. The preparations for the grand banquet are in the hands of the popular Dr. J. A. C. Latimore, and his energetic associates, and particulars will be forthcoming after the general meeting. Monday night next. The Louisville Choral Society, under the direction of Prof. N. R. Harper, is doing fine work in rehearsing special music for the big sessions, and among the volunteers are some of the best talent to be found in the Middle West. The concerted pieces will be classics, and show what Louisville is doing for the promotion of the higher musical culture. Mrs. Lavinia B. Sneed, acting with the finance committee, has been given charge of the souvenir program, which competent critics say has not been surpassed in beauty of design by any organization in the city. COME AND WITNESS THIS Grand Pythian Demonstration National Organizer Charles H. Moore will be here in a few days, and the finishing touches will be ready for his inspection. Besides the public functions arranged for the entertainment of the delegates and visitors, the best homes will be thrown open for group affairs, and the various clubs, ladies' auxiliaries and standard places of amusement will offer opportunities to make the period one of constant enjoyment. Take the children to Edgewood Park, where Spacious pavilions offer shelter to 5,000 in case of rain. PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY THE ADVOCATE PUBLISHINGCO. The Advocate is entered in the Post-office at Charleston, W. Va., as second clash matter. SUBSCRIPTION RATES: Three months $0.50 Six/ months 1.50 One year 1.50 THURSDAY, JULY 22, 1909 .A Way Out. The suits entered in the courts of Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee and Louisiana by the white Knights of Pythias against the Negro organization bearing the same name, are furnishing food to the thinking members of the defendants for serious reflection. That these suits will terminate adversely to them there are no reasonable grounds for doubt. That the white Knights in other states will take similar action in the near future, is also equally apparent. It is, then, a condition and not a theory which confronts the Negro Pythians. What are they going to do about it? Their opponents have an unlimited supply of money to prosecute these suits. They are able to employ the best counsel. The judges are all white, and no Negro sits on the juries. What chance, then, pray, have the defendants? The plan is now, as we understand it, to appeal all adverse decisions of state courts to the United States supreme court; but unless the supreme justices experience a wonderful change of heart, they are as likely to decide in the Negroes' favor as is the Bartholdi statue of Liberty to do a Salome dance. And even if the courts all sink their prejudices, there are yet the state legislatures whose enactments touching the Negro are governed neither by wisdom nor by justice. All hope excluded thus, and the Pythlans had as well look the matter squerely in the face, the time has now arrived to consider other remedies, to turn from the impregnable stone wall, and to seek another road to their goal. The chief objections to their existence being the name they bear and the emblem they wear. The Advocate suggests a change of name and of emblem. The present name is not essential to the well-being of this great organization of Negro men, nor is its emblem indispensable. If to change can be done at less cost than the defense of these suits, in the name of common sense make the changes. It is not an exhibition of cowardice, but, rather, of the highest type of wisdom to abandon a position, the further occupancy of which spells defeat. Saving His Hide. The Baptist Herald, the organ of the Virginia Baptist State Convention edited by Pres. J. R. L. Diggs, of the Virginia Theological Seminary and College, takes a decided stand for the discontinuance of the practice of conferring the degrees of Bachelor of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy as honors, but it pulls out the pianissimo stop and speaks softly on the more wide-spread evil of scattering promiscuously the Doctor of Divinity degree. One does not need to be endowed with extraordinary perspicacity to see the Herald's reasons for touching so lightly upon, and handling so carefully, the D. D. question. The Virginia Seminary and College, of which its editor is the president, is a denominational school, supported almost wholly by present or prospective D. D'g., and their congregations. President Diggs, probably had this in mind when he wound up the two column editorial with the following reservation: "Let us remember that the degree of D. D. is not in question. There are peculiar reasons for the course the schools have taken in this matter. Let us have fewer of these but no more of the others mentioned. Let us raise the standard anywhere. In some future editorial we shall point out the reasons for the conferring of the doctorate in divinity on our prominent clergymen, but it is not the purpose of this article. Let us raise the standard." The Advocate heartily endorses the Herald's plea for a higher standard, but it fails to see why there should be any exceptions to this "higher standards for learned degrees," and it awaits with no little impatience the "reasons for the conferring of the doctorate of divinity on our prominent clergymen," many of whom do not know the difference between a Greek root and a sweet potato, and to whom the characters in which the Old Testament was originally written have as much meaning as Egyptian hieroglyphics. We are glad to note the fact that Editor J. C. Glimer, of the Charleston Advocate has been re-appointed Librarian of West Virginia for the full term of four years, dating from March 4, 1909. Mr. Glimer's selection by Gov. Glasscock is a wise one, because the former is a leader among his people, possessing great ability, and in every way eminently fitted for the manifold duties which will devolve upon him in the position of Librarian. He enjoys the enviable distinction of being honored by two governors, former Governor Dawson having appointed him Librarian to fill out the unfinished term of the late lamented Hon. Samuel W. Starks. We could go on lauding our good friend, but it is unnecessary. In conclusion it can be said of him that he is a man of many parts and will reflect credit upon himself, the state and the race in his conduct of the office which has just been entrusted to his hands for the second time—Pioneer Press. Tuskegee's Library of the Best Type Mr. Andrew Carnegie recently published over his own signature an interesting article in Collier's describing the various types of libraries which he has given throughout the world. While he has given thousands of library buildings, he published only nine photographs of these buildings as indicating the best types Among the nine there was a photograph of the library building at Tuskegee Institute, the architect of which was R. R. Taylor, instructor in architecture at that institution. Another instance of race progress. Our Mr. R. W. Thompson, premier Negro Newspaper Correspondent, is doing his "durdest" to make the public believe that Bishop Lampton was neither forced to leave his Mississippi home nor wrote an apology for doing something that he did not do. Unfortunately his explanation lacks convincing force. There is evidently a gentleman of ebony hue in the wood pile. Not James Cubert Campbell The Washington Bee denies that the writer of the canard on Dancy's retirement in favor of a colored clerk in the Agricultural Department was J. C. Campbell of the Census Bureau. Pahaw! That's not news. Whoever knew James Cubert to abbreviate his name to a measly Little J. C. Place Him by all Means. Dispatches from the White House are to the effect that President Taft will appoint Pinchback a deputy U. S. Marshall. This would be a deserved recognition of the last of the "Old Guard" who was in the thick of the fray before many less worthy candidates for federal patronage saw the light of day. Picking the Winners It is a long time until the parties will be called upon to nominate candidates for Governor, but that makes no difference to the dopesters who are always on the job. They have already named Hite, Blue, Work, Swisher and Goff, and the end is not yet. Thanks are returned to Editor Berry of the Kentucky Reporter for the nice things he had to say upon the writer's re-appointment as State Librarian, but objections are taken to his changing our place of residence to Charleston, S. C. The Palmetto state is all right, but West Virginia is good enough for me. Mean Things. Gertrude Atherton says the reason women do not marry is that the sharpened intellects of modern girls encourage independence. Yet there are men cruel enough to believe that their single state is occasioned purely by the lack of opportunity. There are Others. The Chinese are making much of the fact that a three-year-old is running things in the celestial kingdom. There is not a household in America boasting a hopeful of that age that is not being run by him, and yet we are not doing the pouter pigeon stunt. Having contributed to the erection of his house, the public might now "come across" with the wherewithal for a summer vacation for the principal of Garnett. Feathering their own Nests. The suspicion is not wanting that the reports of disaffection among the Charleston delegation to the Grand Lodge K. of P. are being circulated by persons to whom the wish is the father of the thought. The Seat of the Trouble An exchange gives a long list of "what to eat." It would be more to the point just now to tell the average man how to get the means to BEST FOR THE BOWELS you have hung your healthy movement of the body on the wall and bowel on the floor and be well. Fores, in the shape of a bowel, is dangerous. The anastomose, gravel, meat, and cheese of keeping the bowels clean and clean is to take CANDY OATHARTIO Taccaneth THEY WORK WHILE YOU SLEEP EAT EEM LIKE CANDY Please eat at Taccaneth Grill at Good, Do Good, Never Sloken, Wear or Grip your coats per box. Write for free sample, and book lot on the address 425 Stirling Ranch Company. Chicago or New York. KEEP YOUR BLOOD CLEAN satisfy his hunger. His trouble is not of the stomach, but of the pocket. The Negro race is accused of being immoral, but it will certainly have to go some if it equals the record being made by the brother in white in some recent divorce and will-breaking suits. The divine right of kings has received some severe joins during the past year. First Cipriano Castro, then Abdul Hamid, and now Mohammed All, Shah of Persia, experiences the ingratitude of the "dear peepee." Bishop Lampton says his departure from Greenville, Miss., his home was voluntary. Perhaps, but it's blamed strange he awaited a reply to his letter of apology before he returned. "Give me neither poverty nor riches," says former President Roosevelt. Same here. We would be perfectly satisfied with an annual income of $10,000. "Foot of the President is put down hard for revision downward." It's dollars to doughnuts that some sleepers were broken in the White House floor. Where He is Sure of Winning. While Mr. Jeffries is loath to fight Mr. Johnson, he is perfectly willing to talk him to a standstill. THE JOKER'S PARADISE George III. torc his hair. "Why didn't I think of the corporation tax instead of the stamp tax," he cried.—New York Sun. Here lies a man who made a great Success in life; A rich man's daughter, I may state, Became his wife. —Detroit Free Press. If you must fight, Bobble, take some one of your size. Well, papa, it amounted to the same thing this morning. I licked two boys, each of them half as big as I was.—Life. Miss Vizit—Your father is very patriotic, even for a veteran, isn't he? Mrs. De Style—Positively rabid. He nearly broke up my Fourth of July luncheon by insisting on appearing in a union suit!—Puck. Your boy was just a little—er wild when he was at college, wasn't he? Oh, yes, he generally was a little wild at first. Couldn't get 'em over the plate, you know. But he always steadied down before the game was over.—Chicago Tribune. "You are all the world to me," said the man who had been twice divorced. "Yes," replied the pretty grass widow, "and if I married you it wouldn't be long before you would be looking around for new worlds to conquer."—Chicago Record-Herald. "No," said the first dear girl. "I've no use for those summer young men. They remind me of Dresden china dolls." "Because they are so beautiful?" queried dear girl No. 2. "No," answered No. 1. "They get broke so easily."—Chicago News. Passenger (as the ship is sinking)—Captain is there no hope—no hope whatever? Captain—None at all, my man; no hope at all Passenger—Hang my luck! And I wouldn't eat cucumbers for dinner because I was afraid of indigestion!—Pearson's Weekly. "Well, Uncle Zeb," said his neighbor, "your boy's come back from college, and I reckon he's got a good ejaculation." "No," groaned Uncle Zeb. "Them four years is plumb wasted. I tried I'm on a railroad guide the other day, and he couldn't make head nor tail of it any more'n the rest of us could!"—Chicago Tribune. "You've been courting me now for a number of years, George," remarked a girl to a young man, "and I want to make a little leap-year proposal." "I—I am not in a position to marry just yet," stammered the youth; but— "Who said anything about marriage?" interrupted the girl. "I was going to propose that you stop coming here and give somebody else a chance."—Philadelphia Inquirer. The Swiss watch making industry has shrunken to half of its one-time Copyright 1900 by Rev. T. S. Linscott, D. D. PARKLAND HOSPITAL THE ADVOCATE Paul's Second Missionary Journey-Athena. Acts xvii 16-34. Golden Text.-God is a Spirit; and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth. John iv:24. Verse 16.-Can any true man, at this time, see the folly and sin which thousands so eagerly follow, without his spirit being stirred? Verse 17.-Notwithstanding that we all, necessarily, have trades and callings to pursue, should, or should not, our chief concern be the tremendous issues involved in spiritual truth, and why? (This question must be answered in writing by members of the club.) Verses 18-21.-The Epicureans and the Stoics had a contrary philosophy of life, state briefly what they each taught. Which brings the more lasting happiness, and develops the nobler character, a life devoted to the pleasures of sense, or a life devoted to service for others, and to self-denial? What as a matter of fact, is the substance of what Paul taught? Should we lend a respectful ear to all new theories of life, and eternity, or reject them without examination? Verse 22.—Which is the better man, an active skeptic, or an indifferent and thoughtless Christian? Which is preferable to be ever speculating about God, or to have no thought concerning him? Is belief in and longing for God, peculiar to Christianity? May a heathen who has never come into touch with Christianity, find out, and know, the true God? What then is the advantage for a true hearted heathen, coming into contact with Christianity? Verse 23—Can any man who knows God, be the means of imparting that knowledge to another who desires to know him? HILL TOP WILL REMAIN SITE OF W. VA. SEMINARY AND COLLEGE. Offer of Sam Dixon to Give Fifty Acres is Declined on Receipt of a Similar Offer From Others at Hill Top Making Change Unnecessary. (From Sentinel.) In course of the last three or four weeks the West Virginia Seminary has not made much headway towards rebuilding. Just at the point of time when one or two car loads of material had arrived at the station and the building committee was ready to begin the erection of the walls on the old site, there came a proposition from Mr. S. Dixon, of Macdonald, to donate to the colored Baptists of the State of West Virginia for a school site 50 acres of land, with the privilege of buying more, any where it might be selected on either side of the White Oak branch of his road. At once a locating committee was called to select a site, and the executive and trustee boards were called to meet at Hill Top to hear and adopt the report of the committee. At 8:45 a. m., June 15th, the committee, composed of members from Huntington, Charleston, Mt. Carbon, Hill Top, and other points, arrived at Red Star, and being met there by the president of the Seminary, they kept on to White Oak Junction, changed cars and went to Oak Hill. Here they left the train, and under the lead of Mr. Brumham, who has charge of the White Oak Fuel Company. They looked over several sites and then visited what is known as the old "Faulkner farm." With this the committee was completely charmed, regarding it as one of the most beautiful sites to be found anywhere in West Virginia. They felt that bitherto the Lord had led them, and so several fervent prayers of praise and thanks were offered. Then the committee took the train and returned to Hill Top. Having dined, they met at the First Baptist church at 3 o'clock. Some others had arrived. They delibrated on every phase of the proposition. All members of the boards, so far as they had arrived, were a unit as to what was their duty. The next day, June 16, appointed for the joint meeting of the executive and trustee boards found each well represented and at work on time. Such members as had not been in the meeting the day be fore were permitted to hear the recommendations of the President and Verse 24. —How do we know that God made all things? God does fill heaven and earth with his presence; but does he not also dwell in temples that are made in which to worship him? Verse 26. —While God does not need the support of man's hands, does he not desire the worship and love of men's hearts? How does God give to all "life and breath, and all things?" Will we in heaven, be able to see God, in any different way from the way in which it is our privilege to see him now? Verse 26. —What is the evidence that all races of men, sprang from the same, original stock? Has God had anything to do with the national, and geographical, divisions of the globe, as they existed today? Has God had anything to do with our present individual conditions? Verse 27-28. —What is both the chief joy and object of life? Is it possible for every man to find God if he will but seek him, and what is the only condition for seeking him? How do you conceive of the thought that "in him we live and move and have our being," can you illustrate the thought with air, that is both in us, and around us? Verse 29.—Can any work of art represent God to any practical advantage? Verse 30-31.—What makes the need for repentance? In what way will Jesus judge the world? Verse 32.—Why did some mock when they heard of the resurrection? Verses 33-34.—Did all who were true to God accept of Paul's message, and were all untrue to God who rejected it? Lesson for Sunday August 1st, 1909. —Close of Paul's Missionary Journey. Acts vii:1-12. President J. M. Arter, of W. Va. Seminary and College. to acquaint themselves with the views expressed and the action taken by the members who were present earlier. They were also given an opportunity to express their views on all phases of the proposition after which they voted unanimously to accept the fifty acres of land, and an acceptance committee of five was appointed to accept the donation formally, when a satisfactory deed was given. Before Mr. Dixon could have the land surveyed and become ready to issue the deed, the Jones Brothers, of Oak Hill, and Star, came forward with a counter proposition, offering to the Trustees for the colored Baptists of West Virginia fifty, acres of land at Hilitop and to give clear deed for the same with other privileges. Mr. Dixon was seen by Mr. C. T. Jones and the president of the school, and at once the Boards were summoned to meet again. They convened in the afternoon and night of July 6, and after considering both propositions carefully, they decided for several reasons the Jones Brothers' proposition to be the better, and being informed that Mr. Dixon was not unfavorable to the change, they voted to rescind their action accepting the Dixon proposition and voted unanimously to accept the Jones Brothers proposition. This brings the school back to Hilltop where it will doubtless remain from generation to generation. The school now in its rebuilding will be located on the highest ridge of Hilltop, almost in the center of the farm where it commands the splendid view of the White Oak Valley and all that charming development and landscape view, stretching away towards Hinton. The building erected here will be high and dry with ample front yard and back cam DELINQUENT SUBSCRIBERS Will take notice that if they are in arrears a year or more, their papers will be discontinued on August 20th, unless a settlement is made on or before that date. The Advocate takes this step in compliance with postal regulations, and requests that remittances be made by postal or express money order, registered letter, or check. pus. Agricultural, poultry and dairy departments will be established and landscaping taught. Thus it will be seen that while the work of rebuilding has been suspended for more than three weeks, the school itself has come into the possession of the property worth more than $5,000; and in possession of one of the most lovely school sites in the country, and has been put in position to take rank with the first schools of the State for the training of colored youth. The boards before they adjourned appointed a committee of seven to draft suitable resolutions, expressing the gratitude and sincere thanks of the colored Baptists and the colored people of the State of West Virginia in general to Mr. Dixon and the Jones Brothers for the splendid providence that has come into the possession of the colored Baptists of West Virginia through them as God's instruments. J. M. ARTER, President. WITH THE WEST VIRGINIA EDITORS Wouldn't It Cork You. (From Grafton Republican.) Gee whiz, West Virginia, wouldn't it cork you, all the candidates who are being mentioned for the governorship three years hence? There's Dillon and Scherr and Reed and Goff and Dawson and Highland and McDermott and Lakin and Ogden and Matthews and Conley and Blue and Sutherland and Sturgess and Forman and Swisher. There are also a few others, but so long in advance it can't be assumed that it may be supposed that within the next two years several "dark horse" will get into the race. We're going to have a plenty of candidates—on paper. When the time gets ripe there will be but one—possibly two—who will stay in the race. Mark the prediction. (From Wheeling News) While the Chesapeake & Ohio, a road whose physical environments and class of patronage are similar to those of the Baltimore & Ohio, though enjoying a lesser degree of competition, is charging three cents a mile for transporting passengers by virtue of a court decree which authorizes the airport to observe some of the inducements being offered passengers in other quarters. For instance, the Pittsburgh papers carry a standing advertisement announcing that the one-way fare on the Baltimore & Ohio between Pittsburgh and Cincinnati is $1.45. As the distance between these two points is much less than that this rate is much less than two cents a mile. Yet, it is not an excursion rate, but calls for a first-class. If You Have an interest in BOYS this liberal offering. About two hundred B tire assortment which their actual value. $ 10, 8.50 and 7.50 Suits $ 6.00 and 5.00 Suits Redu $ 4.50 and $ 4 Suits Reduce Boys' Knee Pants Good $1.25 and $1.00 $1.00 Straight Bottom Good 50c Pants Redu Schwabe About two hundred Boys' Suits comprise the entire assortment which have been reduced to Half their actual value. Good $1.25 and $1.00 Knicker Pants - 75c $1.00 Straight Bottom Pants - 50c Good 50c Pants Reduced to - 35c "FOR BETTER CLOTHES" Railroad Fares THURSDAY, JULY 22, 1909. SUBSCRIBERS Notice that if they are or more, their p an-tinued on August settlement is made date. It takes this step with postal regula- s that remittances or express money better, or check. unlimited ticket good on all the express trains the company operate between the two cities and entitle the holder to all the accommodations afforded. The Chessapeake & Ohio does a tremendous passenger business and has more of a monopoly than the Baltimore & Ohio. Under these circumstances, it is difficult to imagine how it can prove the two cent rate confiscatory. As to the Baltimore & Ohio, it must be said to its credit that it has done nothing to interfere with the workings of the two cent law and, has honorably avoided resorting to the petty annoyances and the childish spitework which other roads have employed to make the law unpopular. The National Guard. The annual encampment of the West Virginia National Guard is more than an outing and a picnic for the men who belong to it. They enjoy the work in camp, no doubt—at least we hope they do—but it is a week of work, nevertheless. They go out to learn the business of soldiering. When the Spanish war broke out it was discovered, that this country could put a substantial number of citizen soldiers into the field but when they got there they did not know how to look after themselves. It was held only a few weeks and it was not until the battles there would not be known of standing armies. Most men can be taught to drill in a short time and are brave enough to fight in good cause. But war is a long series of maneuvers in which armies of men must be fed, clothed, and protected until the moment comes to strike. It was ignorance of how to take care of themselves in the weeks of camp life in Florida which cost the militia so much money. Things done in camp during the annual camp is to teach the civilian soldier this lesson, a lesson that can be learned nowhere else. The Guard goes along quietly with very little fuss and feathers until occasion comes to show its value. When the emergency arises we recognize how dependent we may be upon a well-drilled militia. It frequently happens that years go by without the necessity of calling out the Guard, and in the meantime, there some good-humored man at it or "plague at war." But, on the whole, the public appreciates the worth of the members of the guard and understands fully how much indebted we are to the men who surrender so much of their time and labor so diligently to prepare themselves for the contingency which may arise when least expected. Hans Wegner, the world favorite, denies that the national commission pays him a cent per week says that every cent he receives for his wonderful work is from Barney Dreyfuss, president of the Pittsburgh ball club. SUITS take advantage of Boys' Suits comprise the en- l have been reduced to Half Redced to - - $5.00 Redced to - - 3.50 Red to - - 2.50 Pants D Knicker Pants - 75c Pants - 50c Redced to - - 35c & May ne Fo eae RECA Se Ae Dacia iat fi Daten: Sam , sy mere aia Sense to EW aca! 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It you are working and saving your money and putting it in a banlo where you get: no Interest, keep ing it in u-trunk or. hiding it somewhere 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 ber cent, interest—Your Money Js 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 @ picture of-our building“on the Capitol Square in Charleston. We have just purchased a splendid three story blick. building on one of the main business streets jn the city of Huntington. The first floor is occupied by the Huntington Herald, the largest daily mewspaper published in that section of the state, the second floor is uaed for office rooms, while the htird floor is a large assembly and lodge hall. This buildiing ig sure to pay us well. After the Charleston building had been occupied only eight months our stockholders were pafd:a dividend of.six per cent, . ve Stock ig still on sale at $10.00 per share, either paid up or-on the installment Plan.» Ask your ‘gent In your jocality about it or write to this office, Let Your Money Work for You. Pythian Mutual 1 ee ee Investment Association. ay " - r gog West Va.Colored Institute INSTITUTE, fol: ; too WEST VA. The only Industrial Institute for : colored Students in the State. — Regular Normal, Academic and Com- mercial Courses, also Regular Courses in Agriculture, Carpentery and House Build ing, Steam Fitting,,Smithing ,Cabinet.Mak- ing, 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 facultv of Twenty-two Teachers Board only Eight Dollars per Month, For catalogue and other information address J. McHENRY JONES, A. M. President. Institute West Virginta UDHURSDAY, JULY: 28,-1000- a Notice of Stockholders’ Mecting of The Charleston, Montgomery and Eastern Kailroad Company. Notice 1s hereby given that. there will be a meeting of the atockhold- ers of the Charleston, Montgomery & Wastern Railway Company, a cor- poration created under the laws of the State of. West Virginia, by vir. tue of a charter issued by the secre tary of Btate.ot said state, bearing date the 8th day of July,'1909, at the office of Avis & Hardy, in Charleston, Kanawha county, ,Woat Virginia, on Saturday, the 14th) day of Angust, 109%, 04, Ot gr latngi Sa the directors and adopting or amending by-laws if necessary, ana tne trans: action of such other business as may be legally done at such meeting. Witness our hands this 2tat day of July, 1909, WALTER ©. HARDY, T. MAIRS, IVORY ©. JORDAN, A. B. SCHBRR, % HH. D. MAY, 1-22-4t, Stockholders. een } Mra. Worthington, of Columbus, wo. was visititig-hor ister, Mrs, Jas. nitty, ‘Tet Wednenday tér’ bor tects tar ewes acne: BOOMER, Rey. I. V. Bryant, of Huntington, preached an excellent sermon to the Grand United Order of Odd Iellows, Sunday. ‘The steamer Cuba brought in giuite a number of the Montgomery people to be, present. at the Annual sermon of Odd Fellows, Sunday. > Mes, Thomas: Buster is sponding two Weeks at the home of her: par- enta:‘at Institute. 5 ae Mt. and -Mfs, Hall of ‘Mnthmoth ‘at fotomsoudanr sermon, of Odd. ME bk Mire, OW. Waa.” ot SR ADOC TR, Ee 3 WarsTo N Thomas Jennigs spent the jpast’ ten days gt Parkersburg with thé local companies. of the one OMA: Hedelwodd {s suffering with a! sprained aukle resulting from «. misstep from a street car. Miss Ida Alexander, of, pul Pleasant, was the guest, last week, of Mrs. William Holmes, Jackson street. | Mrs, Jones and. children, of Pow- eliton, are visiting Mrs, Francis Lowery. “The excursion run by the Firat Baptist churoh to St. Albans, Sun- day, Was patronized by a large num- [ber of members’ and friends of the chureh. M.A. Holmes visited friends at Pt. Pleasant, Sunday. . ‘Allround pomps—the latest rage —at. Mrs. Brown’s, 500 Capitol street Adv... | ‘Mrs, W. 0. Terry left Thursday of last week for Atlantic City, where she will spend several weeks, Floyd, the lttle son of Dr. and Mrs. H. F. Gamble, is ‘il with bronchial pneumpnia. Mrs. M.A. Thompson, of Pratt, was in the alty ‘Thursday and Fri- day of last wok.» Miss Ethel Spriggs, of Institute, was the guest of friends, Thursday. Miss Hattie Peters was in the city a few daya last week, . H. H. Railey, of Montgomery, was @ ‘business visitor to the city Satur- Jaay. Miss Ollie Meadows, of Institute, is visiting friends in the city... Mrs. Cornle Robinson and: daugh- tor, Miss Zanhpra, of Institute, pase: ed through’ the clty Thursday on- route to ‘Athens, Ohio, to visit their cousins, Mr. attd Mrs. Ed. C. Berry. While there Mrs. Robinson will visit her childhood’ ttome, Albany and other points in: Ohio. J, M. Hazlewood and J. C. Gilmer are attending the Pythian Grand Lodge at Columbus, 0. They left this morning.» + By special Yequest the Tom Thumb wedding was repeated, Mon day night, at the-M. ©, chureh. Mrs. Fanny Johnson, who has been ‘confined to} hér’ home for sey: eral Weeks,” has-‘e¢vvered. Miss Kattle Thomas, of Sentz st., is again able to be out after a severe stiness. | The Rev. Mr. Jones preached at Simpson M. 1B. church, Sunday even- ing. } Improvement Js oted in the con: ditfon of John Young and John Col Hert. ay James Richardsshas Beon ‘elected head janitor of the two building of the Garnet school. This 1s quite complimentary to Mr. Richards con- sidering the large,number of appli rants for the same position. He has |een janitor of the one ‘building for about 20 years, | Prof. Willlam Pickens, of ‘Tallade lea college, will lecture at the M. 2 lphurch, Tuesday evening. 2 } At Simpson M. HW. church, Sunday, he Rev. J. W. Waters, pastor, preach Fa at the morning hour an inspiring nd instructive sermon. Subject: Feo down to the multitudes.” Ae ald in part: Peter, James and John ‘ecompanied their Master to the top f the mountain where He was trans- formed ‘before them. ‘The disciples became so delighted with thé new order of things that they wished to temain on the mountain top never Again to go down to the multitudes Who were restlessly moving about in the valley. But Jesus said not so. We must go down to the multitudes for they. need us and sure enough there was at the foot of the hill, awaiting the Master's return from the mountain, a man whose son was pos- fessed with an evil spirit. Mountaing in the Bible are symbolic of strength, Joy and tranquility. When Jesus wanted strength by communing with Wis Heavenly Father, and a rest from the ever surging masses, He re- red to the mountains. So must his |followers ascend to the spiritual, thoral, financial and — intellectual Heights. It requires great energy and effort of soul and body to reach these heights and we are, ke the disciples, inclined to remain and many do even remain aloof trom the Mhultitudes. But we are commanded to “Go down to the multitudes where mhuch work awaits us, ‘Bagle, were calling on Mr. and Mrs, wioya Buster, Sunday. Mr and Mrs. Garfield Kimbo, en- tertained at dinner, Sunday. Rey. I. V. Bryant, of Huntington and Rev. Herbert Williams, of Harewood. Jack Madison, of Eagle, spent Sunday afternoon with M. ©. C. Woods, Mrs. Minnie Hardy, Miss Madiline Rogers and Master Clyde Hodge, of Montgomery, called on relatives here, Sunday. Mrs. Mayme Woods is spending two wecks with friends in Chartes- ton.. . Newton Buster attended the John Robinson circus in Charleston, Sat- urday, Miss Mae Woode spent Saturday and Sunday with her aunt, Mrs. Mary Hockley, of Charleaton. Miss “Viola Wade and Dupn San- ders, of Ragle, spent Sunday. with the ‘Misses Hinder and fllon Banner, "8. C. Woods entertained at broak- fast, Rey. D. W. Stranghter, of Mal- den. > : | Bernard Waynesboro, of) Cédab pete. Wan a business ‘visitor hohe, eos eit lee. Eee ae wah at Nation’s. Capitdl Se: SOND) FROM, FAGR Own. he didnot enter the.school: He a appeared from public view and little was, heard from him upe-the ane nouncement went forward. that he had successfully passed the ,eximina- tan ‘fot a.cofsulstiip, There are sev- eral places In South America, France, ‘Tarkey, the West Indies, etc:, ‘where vkeaniglea are sald to exist and where he wowld be cordially recélved. vThe Washington Bee says the J. G, Campbell whose name waa signed fo the-card: that appeared in its col umne ‘touching the alleged intentions of President Tatt with retergnco to the Recérdership of Deeds, is hot the 4. C. Campbell of the Census office. And thus another mighty “iste” has been put to sleep! Mr. Campbell is vindicated and Mr. Dancy's “withers are unwrung.” Major John R. Lynch, paymaster in the United States Army, who rendered such signal service In the: Spanish- American War as a volunteer and was later retained under the regular es- tablishment, was In the city last week, looking the picture of health. He has been ordered before the retiring board but as he Is not averse to remaining on the active list, it is possible that he may show to the examiners such @ robust physical céndition as will permit him to continue until he can finally retire with the rank of Lieu- tenant-Colonel. Major Lynch was one of the most: widely-known politi- eal factors the race has known, and for many years was: master of the situation in Misstssippl, . He . served a8 Fourth Auditor of. the ‘Treasury under tho Harrison administration, haa been Speaker of the Mississippi House of Represeptatives and beat General Chatmers: tor Congress In the historic “Shoestring District" of his state. __ By order of the War -Department the entire 10th Cavalry will shortly take up its station at Fort Ethan Allen, near Burlington, Vermont, to replace the squadrons of the 11th and 16th Cavalry, ordered to other sta- tions. Troop M of the 10th Cavalry hag been ordered to the Vorinont post. All the other troops of the regiment are en route to the United States from @ long tour of service in the Phil- Uppines, coming on the Kilpatrick, fnow on its way across the Atlantic. ‘A public reception will greet them upon their arrival at New York. ; The public meeting: and installation of officers of the National Negro Bust- ness League at Zion Baptist Church was .well atténded. ‘The principal speech of the evening. was delivered by Mr. William F. Gude, chairman of the Chamber of Commerce, 4 man wha helps the Negro race not by flam- boyant speeches but by giving a score_or_more steady employment. at living wages. Lawyer Thomas 1. Jones on “Commercial Development the Speediest Solvent of the Race Problem,” was at his best and gave the audience some excellent advice on how to grow strong through united action. His address was inter- Spersed with humorous stories which clinched the telling points. Presi. dent W. Sidney Pittman presented a succinct history of the. plans and achievements of the local League and Mr. A. C. Deltwyn explained the ob- Ject of the Lincoln Memorial Ass elation which 1s to erect a mammoth office building and theater for col ored people in the near future. R. W. Thompson acted as master of cere. monies and Prof. John T. Layton con- ducted the music. The local League is prospering nuder the painstaking direction of Mr. Pittman and will be well represented at the national con- nin Ges gu eae oe ee ; Among the distinguished visitors Who have honored the city with their resence during the past week were r. and Mrs. Emmett J. Scott and fhmily, of Tuskegee; Mrs. J.J B. Ram- spy, wife of Major Ramsey, command: dnt bf gjdets at Tuskegee; Major John R. Lynch, U.S. A.; Mr. Ira, Hryant, secretary of the A. M. B. Snn- day School Union, W. L. Houston, Grand Master of the G. U. 0. of 0. F. and Former Grand Master B. H. Mor- ris, of Chicago. Mr. Bryant will be in the neighborhood for several woeks and Mr. Houston returns this week for a brief stay before going South to visit the grand lodges of Georgia and Alabama. ++ BUCKHANNON, Miss Cora Taylor left Monday for Fairmont, where she expects to re- main for some time. Dantel Hall, who has been visiting his daughter at Coal Center, Pa., has returned home, Thomas Taylor, who was il or Bev- eral weeks, is able to be out again. Miss Lotta Simith was at Plekens Monday. Mrs. Laura Watson ts 11 at home In South Buckhannon. Mies Maud Davis was hostess to the Ladies’ Ald Society Friday afternoon. Simpson Brown and Jno. Karly, of Weston, were in town Sunday. The following ladies, Meadames Esta Martin, Anna Davis, and Georg: ena Wright, entertained the District Superintendent, George EB. Curry, and George De Young, during the former's stay in our town. Quarterly meeting was held at ‘Blmpton Memorial M. B. church, Mon- day evening, July 12th, it being the fifth anniversary of the church, _.& slight Improvement. is noticeable jn the condition of Mra. 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Cag “The Bank That You Can Depend Upon” has a « Pays Compound Semi-Annual Interest and has . a Capital $250,000 CHARLESTON. W. VA. Surplus $100,008) DONT NEGLECT Ce A r a ae YOUR EYES -- Be is ‘The bright rays of the Summer's Sun Is trying to the eye and. | slight defects of vision will grow rapidly worse, eh ae You cannot afford to neglect so Important an organ as the eye.) You can get along very well with a wooden leg or false teeth, but - there Is no substitute for the natural eye. i 19 specially should the eyes of the young be looked after care, |” fully. It costs nothing to have tho eye examined by ust 79) % ‘Trust none but the most CARBFUL and SKILUPUG opti ‘Traveling spectaclo venderss not only will probably ‘not: help. : you, but will probably do you harm, ‘Sa d - - Jeweler and itg., Opie hy E RN I me mm Cor. Virginia 86 and! A ue : CHARLESTON, Wi WAL) 5 6 INSTITUTE. (16th. i EN Rey. and Mra. W. C. Page and Mrs. Emma’ Brown White were week-end guests of Mr. and Mrs, Z. Taylor Brown. Mrs, Lydia Trent, of St. Albans, made a business trip to Institute, Wednesday. Misa Hattie Peters, of Sissonsvitte, apent Sunday at Instittite, the guest of Prof. and Mrs, B. Prillerman W. J. Thompson, Grand Chancellor K. of P., was an Institue caller, Sun- day. Prof. S. H. Guss left for Columbus, Thureday to attend summet schoo! at the Ohio State University. ” Mrs. Grace Foster Holmes was an Institute caller, Tuesday. |. Prof. B. Prillerman hag recetved:nn Invitation to deliver an address at the Nations). Baptist, ton, convenes at Columbus, Ohio, ° ; 15th. i 43 Lani R. L. Brown made a Dusined, befpy to Columbus, 0., Thursday: kee Miss Ethel Spriggs was a Chudildes ton caller Thursday. 2 A horse owned by Charlie: Ligeti’ became frightened Friday eventnig siti ran away with thres. children th tie buggy. The vehicle overturnsd gimp ran over one boy rendering, Iii dad conscious. For a while. tt’ wan’ thotighl his injury would prove fatal”. Shee other boys escaped with. tow DEM! and scratches, fx lig Me xy a . COLLEGE: cs peal tie ae y pepsin Sosedehin va. CML A MD pices rofestty Seta ta ny Rieck i eng anpaat rats, here ea CO ‘sea Set, Ratha Oe ate, ara et at hs , bare Ts ea i IS YOUR MONEY SAFE If it is placed to your credit as a SAVINGS DEPOSIT in the KANAWHA BANKING & TRUST COMPANY it is ABSOLUTELY SAFE, and is earning you Compound Semi- Annual Interest. "The Bank That You Can Depend Upon" has $250,000 Capital. Charleston, W. Va. .Surplus, $160,000. We have a new line of GAS STAND LAMPS Come in and look them over COFFEY Plumbing Co. Quarrier St., near Capito Gloom Prof. W. S. Thompson, presided over the meeting. With but slight variation in the vote cast the eufire administration state was elected as follows: Grand Chancellor, J. P. Crawford; Grand Vice-Chancellor, A. N. Stevens; Fast Grand Chancellor, J. W. Tate; Grand Prelate, T. F. Wilson; Grand Master of Exchequer, J. H. Brown; Grand Keeper of Records and Seal, T. W. Allen; Grand Attorney, J. T. Turner; Grand Master-at-Arms, Leroy Brown; Grand Medical Register, Dr. A. M. Townsend; Grand Lecturer, J. P. Frierson; Grand Marshall, M. L. Washington; Grand Inner Guard, A. L. Witty; Grand Outer Guard, John Singleton. This report represents the true state of affairs, to which some of the Hastie adherents could not abide. There are men in the order who are Pythians in every sense of the word. There are men in the order who are simply in it. One of these men seems to be responsible for the following interview, which appeared in the American the morning after the election. By means of clubs and pistols, the administration succeeded in carrying the election of Dr. J. P. Crawford, as Grand Chancellor of the Negro Knights of Pythias, according to R. L. Mayfield, who left the meeting to secure the services of Sheriff Borum and DeputyAl Warren. Mayfield said that the opposition to the administration, who are in majority in point of numbers, will hold a meeting at Burrows' Hall, Codar and McLemore streets, this morning for the purpose of organizing another Grand Lodge and making arrangements to file a bill in chancery against the administration. In the bill the charges will be made that the order is not being conducted in accordance with the provisions of the charter and the requirements of the state laws. Attorney Mayfield gave a vivid description of the fight and trouble which he said took place in the Grand Lodge. "The trouble started before the canvas was made of the vote for Grand Chancellor," said Mayfield. "The opposition was in the majority. W. S. Thompson was in the chair, and he refused to recognize anyone but those on the administration side. One man drew a pistol and tried to compel several to stand up and vote the way he wanted them to vote. Others had clubs, and were using force to secure votes. Of course this started trouble. I was afraid that someone would be hurt, so I hurried after the officers. Gee followed me and tried to start trouble with me, when others came up. The opposition pulled out from the meeting. We propose to start another, lodge and take matters into the courts. When asked about the trouble which was said to have taken place at the meeting. Sheriff Borum stated that Mayfield came running into the office of the county jail greatly excited, and asked the officers to hurry down to the hall as someone was going to be killed. He said that when he arrived at the hall he found a few disgruntled Negroes on the outside. Everything was quiet inside by the time he arrived. R. E. Gee was pointed out to him by Mayfield as the man who had drawn a pistol. Gee was taken out of the hall and searched. They were unable to find a pistol on his person. As he claimed he had not drawn a pistol and there had been no trouble Sheriff Borum released him. In order to protect the Pythians, the good strong men who were striving to see that right should prevail, and who were successful, it was necessary to place the following interview in the American the next morning to set the order straight, in view of the conflicting statement which Mr. Mayfield had sent out. "Declaring in a very positive and caustic manner that the statements of R. L. Mayfield were utterly false and prompted by sinister motives, Horace D. Slatter, the Negro newspaper correspondent who attended the Negro Grand Lodge...Knights of Pythias, in a professional capacity, replied to Mayfield's interview in yesterday's American. He claimed that Mayfield was not a Pythian, having been suspended some time ago by Damon Lodge, Nashville, to which he formerly belonged. "Slatter claims that Mayfield was acting as attorney for the men who were opposing Dr. J. P. Crawford's re-election and was seeking every way to bring the Crawford contingent into ill repute. Rumors of charged of mal-administration and misappropriation of funds were set afloat early in the session, but were given little attention by the administration forces, according to Slatter's statement. He reviewed briefly the whole affair. In part he said: "This opposition to Dr. Crawford found its expression in the candidacy of J. H. Hastie, of Knoxville, but to show that he at no time indorsed the action of some of his followers, he refused to take any part in the bolting convention and remained in the Grand Lodge until its close, taking an active part in the deliberations." "Some of the Hastie men met in a convention in Jackson in June, and issued a circular attacking the administration, which at best is contrary to Pythian law and custom. "This opposition showed its strength on the first test vote on the Grand Chancellor's report, which went against them by a vote of 192 to 59. Thereupon Mayfield's imaginary trouble began. Of course there was excitement. Without waiting to ascertain any facts in the case, cat hoping to find some excuse for one action he later contemplated taking, Mayfield ran to the jail in search of help to prevent some one from getting killed by a revolver that did not exist. "Sheriff Borum was right when he made the statement that he found a few disgruntled Negroes on the outside and all guet within. "The Grand Lodge went off in good order at least in as good order as most legislative, bodies of large size do. The men at the head of the order in this state are good, honest, responsible men." Now, personally, Mr. Mayfield and I are very friendly, so friendly that his office is my Nashville headquarters. But right is right. The special meeting which the gentlemen were to hold the following morning did not hold out, and the Grand Master of Etchequer, whom they thought they had with them turned up the next morning at the Pythian Temple, safe and sound. None of the real leaders of the Hastie faction ever held these idiotic notions. Mr Hastie had a perfect right to wish to be Grand Chancellor. His followers for the most part were honest in their desire for a change. That it went no further than that is to be seen in the fact that such strong and prominent men as J. H. Hastle, himself, Prof. J. W. Lane, President of Lane College, Jackson; John W. Hayes, the funeral director of Memphis; William H. Wells and others. when the election was over remained in the hall and continued to take an active part in the deliberations. The man who wishes to carry out a rule or run policy is childish. The man who will attempt to disrupt and throw in ill repute a whole organization is worse than childish. The Business Outlook. (From Baltimore American.) Dullness usually characterizes trade movement in midsummer, but this year furnishes a gratifying exception. Business, long held in leash by the unsettled conditions of a year or so ago, is pushing forward to make up for lost ground. The boom is here, despite the depressing effect of uncertain tariff legislation. Railroads are going their equipment inadequate and have, making purchases, while the activity in their repair shops testifies to the demand made upon their resources. All this has had a stimulating effect upon the iron and steel industries, which for the most part are working up to their capacity. Many new orders at Sparrows Point are local evidences of the return of better times. Public confidence in the increased earning power of large corporations is shown by the enhancement of the market value of securities, and there is a willingness to absorb new bond issues. Weather conditions have to an extent affected the crop estimates, but the agricultural outlook is in every way satisfactory and encouraging. Corn, the main crop, promises to be a bumper yield, and as prosperity begins and ends with the farmer the country wears the smile of contentment. Rain may result in some diminution of the cotton crop, but the opinion is that it has suffered little. The wet weather, which was recently used as a bull argument, now appears to have actually helped in hurting conditions in the west. The trade crisis in general chanise is increasing through the fact that stocks which were greatly depleted are now being replenished. The whole outlook is one of unusual promise and testifies to the wonderful recuperative power of the country. Its production in all lines will be abundant, and with no extraneous conditions interfering with the normal operation of the law of supply and demand there is every reason for widespread satisfaction. Scouting by Aeroplanes. The failure of Herdham's first attempt to fly across the English Channel in his aeroplane signifies little. The accident which stopped him argued nothing against the success of the next trip. His mishap showed that a dip into the sea caused no serious damage to his flying machine and involved nothing worse than a wetting for the aeronaut. There is every reason to believe that Latham will soon cross the strip of salt water which separates England from France, and that others will do the same thing with flying machines of various patterns. But every attempt at a real journey, in an airplane—starting from one place and landing in another miles away—shows, once more, how difficult it will be to do effective scouting, in war, with any flying machine yet devised, or anything similar to the best of the airplanes. They have to wait for still days, or days with little wind, and in war events not hinge upon calm weather. It is necessary to have a smooth and open place for landing, and that is not to be counted upon in military operations. The flying machines are noisy and could do nothing in secret or in silence. Unlike an airship of engine-driven and rudder-steered ballast tanks, they are of their power and drift noiseless over an enemy's camp or fortifications. All that has been accomplished, so far, in the navigation of the air indicates that the advantage is heavily on the side of the gas-bag airship. If the flying machine proper—the aeroplane in any form—has a military future it is well hidden in present tests. RECALL JONH MULDOON ONCE OF CHARLESTON? A TRAGIC WAR STORY Do any of the older inhabitants of Charleston remember John Muldoon, who lived here about the time of the Civil war? His son, James Muldoon, has just learned his real name. Listen to this dispatch from St. Johns, Mich.; "For 44 years a Clinton county resident has been living under a name which didn't belong to him, and it was only recently that he learned what his name was. The name which he has used so long and which he now discards for the real one of James Muldoon is Henry Preutz. His story is a strange one, and it has taken nearly half a century to secure the facts. "At the breaking out of the Civil war, John Muldoon, his wife and their three sons and one daughter, the latter all small children, were living in Charleston, W. Va. The father enlisted in the Union army and went South. In a few months word reached the mother that her husband had been killed, and she moved to Detroit, in the hope that she could find work to support the children. Soon after reaching there, however, she slicked and dled, and she moved to the state where she were scattered throughout the State, until ent families. James, then four years old, was placed in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew P. Preutz, who later moved to this county. "Preutz and his wife died a short time later, and since then Henry Preutz has been conducting an inquiry as to where his relatives were located. He has succeeded in locating a brother in Montgomery, Ala., who he learned his name. The two are now in a search for the other brother and sister, and will hold a family reunion when the latter are found. Holds Many Positions of Trust and is Large Contributor to the Program that Thriving Section Where Inducments Are Offered to Right Men. (By Our Special Staff Correspondent. Spokane, Wash., July 18.—This beautiful city is the wonder of the tourists and lightensers who are crossing the continent on their way to the great Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition at Seattle, the queen city of the far Pacific Northwest. In less than a quarter of a century Spokane has grown from a frontier town to what today is declared by world travellers, to be the best built modern city on the continent. Situated in the heart of an Inland Empire of 150,000 square miles, Spokane draws from the mining, lumbering, agricultural, dairying and horticultural riches of eastern Washington and Oregon, northern Idaho, western Montana and southeastern British Columbia, in which the wealth production last year, exclusive of manufactures and imports, was over $200,500,000. The city has a population of 125,000, and the Brother in Black is playing a conspicuous part in the affairs of this, the metropolis of the great Inland Empire. It is found holding positions of trust with many of the largest banking institutions and mercantile establishments in this section; in fact no many in the far west so respecting, industrious Negroes as does Spokane. In religious circles they are well cared for, having four well organized churches under the leadership of some of the pulpit giants of the west, namely: "Mother", Calvary Baptist Church, which is the oldest organization among the colored people in that section. It is pasted by Rev. J. Gordon McPherson, D. D, who is considered one of the most eloquent divines in the west. Great crowds of both races flock to hear him preach, and the church on many occasions is far too small to accommodate those who come for miles around. He is in constant demand as a lecturer before white assemblies. The Baptists of the state have honored him with the election of General Secretary of their convention. He is prominently mentioned for the moderatorship at the coming annual session at Seattle on the 21st inst. The Bethel A. M. E. Church is pastored by Rev. S. S. Freemen, who is one of the strong preachers of African Methodism. He has done yeoman service in this important field of labor. The St. Thomas Episcopal Mission has no pastor, but its spiritual interest is being cared for by Dean Alfred Lockwood, of All Saints Cathedral. It has a growing congregation. The youngest is the St. Paul Baptist Church, pastored by Rev. S. George Wilson, and located in the eastern part of the city. They have a small stone edifice and are doing a grand work in uplifting men. They have several strong fraternal organizations, namely: The Mavons, Old Fellows, Knights of Pythias, and among the fair sex a flourishing Chapter of the Eastern Star and a Household of Ruth, all of which are said to be in a healthy condition chronically. In business enterprises they are not slow. They have a well equipped printing office, operated by Messrs. Parker and Barrow, who are the publishers of the "Citizen," the local paper. The Clarence Ray Buffalo Hump Mining Company, capitalized at $100,000, Wm. Hopkins, president, George S. Anderson, secretary and general manager. This company has some of the best gold producing claims in the famous Buffalo Hump group in central Idaho. Mr. R. S. White is in charge of the properties, and he is very enthusiastic over the outlook. There are several well conducted cafes and restaurants, namely: the Silver Moon, which is conducted by Messrs. Gildon and Jackson. These young men have built up a fine trade among both races. Among the finest restaurants west of Chicago, operated by colored people, is the cafe called the "Ranch." Just opened by Ollie Williams, who formerly for many years conducted the famous old Poodle Dog restaurant in this city, which was the headquarters of the theatrical fraternity. The "Ranch" is newly furnished throughout and is a credit to the race. The Palace Tea Rooms, conducted by Frank L. Wilson, on the third floor of the big Palace department store, are the most complete of their kind in the Far West and can seat 125 guests at the same time. Mr. Wilson has 15 polite waltresses in his employ to say nothing of other help. He was formerly managing steward of the "Country Club," one of the millionaire exclusive clubs of this section. As steward Mr. Wilson was in full control, doing all of the purchasing, employing of help, and annually handled many thousands of dollars and never a cent was missing. He also conducts a large catering business and has a large trade among the ultra-fashionable set of Spokane. This increasing trade will soon force him into larger quarters. Mr. Wilson has made some fine investments and owns several pieces of resident property in the millionaire district. His residence is valued at $10,000. His word is his bond, and his advice is frequently sought in matters of finance. He is connected with all of the fraternal organizations in the city, and is a liberal supporter of race enterprises. He is a native of Texas. He is one of Spokane's most substantial citizens. What Mr. Wilson has done in the past twenty years many other young men can do. Come west boys! Mrs. Mary Del Woody, wife of the late Merritt L. Woody, after spending some months here visiting her many friends, will leave for her old home in Springfield, Illinois, within a few days, where she will reside permanently. It is reported from reliable sources that Mr. Thomas L. Frames, who spent the winter here, is dead. He died at Pocatello, Idaho, about two weeks ago. Mr. Frames was one of the best known head waiters in the West. For many years he was in charge of the famous Knutsford Hotel at Salt Lake City, and was very popular with all classes, especially the traveling public. Peace be to his soul. Rev. Dr. William Beckham, of Nashville, Tenn., the noted Field Secretary of the Great National Baptist Convention, spent a busy day here Sunday. In the morning he preached at "Mother" Calvary Baptist "Church. In the afternoon he delivered a stirring address at the Y. M. C. A. (white). Monday evening a crowded house greeted this eminent divine at a First Baptist Church. It is needless to say that Dr. Beckham swayed this great audience at will with his burning eloquence. He left Tuesday via the Great Northern Railway for the General Baptist Convention at Seattle with the Spokane delegation. Among them were Rev. J. Gordon McPherson, accompanied by Mrs. McPherson, Miss Rosa Dunn, Mesdames Mary Taylor, W. R. Moten, Miss Nannie Jefferson, Charles C. Daniels, S. A. Harris and Rev. A. D. Wright. The Shirt Walt Social given by the Dove Social Club was not only a novel one but one of the most enjoyable affairs given this summer. It made a decided hit with the pleasure seekers. A New Prima Dorna. A New Prints Dormant. The musical firmament of the northwest has lately seen the rising of a new luminary that bids fair to collage all the known colored singers. The wonderful soprano voice of Mme. Jenilee Curtley was discovered two years ago by Francis Walker, the baritone, well known in Europe and America, who is now settled in Spokane and teaching there. He finds Mme. Curtley's voice superior to those of the great sopranos now before the public in Chicago, it has, in addition to an astonishing upward range, the heavy tones of a contralto down to the below the treble stall. She has, in fact, three octaves. Her repertoire includes such great test numbers as the Proch "Theme and Variations," Benedict's "Carnival of Venice," Eckert's "Swiss Song," and many great operatic selections. At a recent reital it was said that for style and intense feeling nothing could exceed her renditions of the Brahm's "Lullaby," the "Last Rose of Summer," "Lullaby," the "Last Rose of Summer," and other classics. The music has a great beauty and much natural in tone. Mrs. Curtley, without having special beauty, is decidedly attractive, with a stately yel genial presence, and a mobile and expressive face. She has a fair complexion and reddish hair, is well educated and has charming manners. All her training thus far has been carried on by Francis Walker, who, by the way, is the author of the famous "Letters of a Baritone." He has had a fine career as a singer and is the best known instructor in the northwest. At a recent concert Mme. Curtley was assisted by Charles C. Daniels, whose splendid baritone voice will be hence forth be under Mr. Walker's care. The two singers will appear together under the direction of their teacher, and when adequate tenor and contralto voices are found, a concert company will be formed with Mme. Curtley as the star attraction. She has already had many offers of engagements, but wisely decided to remain, at least, another year, under the guidance of the teacher who discovered her extraordinary powers and brought them to their present stage of development. (From Cleveland Plain Dealer.) It was many years ago that an American railroad king was allied to have adopted as his business slogan this bon mot: "The public be blanked." Followers of his in more recent times have embodied the same thought in slightly less offensive form. But the habit is dying out. The people who control and support both governmental and private agencies for their welfare are coming into their own. They are treated with less contentment than formerly. They are still burdened with the various oppressive devices calculated to increase the profits of those who should minister to their well-being, but on the side merely of the personal amenities there has been a vast improvement. The president of an Eastern railroad not long ago issued an order similar to the one of the British postoffice department. And few will doubt that the admonition to courtesy was a paving investment to the company. SUMMER SHOE SALE Still on at Palmer & T Belo are Some of the Exceptional Palmer & Thomas Below are Some of the Exceptional Bargains We Offer Men's Oxford's 140 Pairs of splendid wearing Low Shoes, worth $8 and $3.50 1.95 220 Pairs of "Walk-Overs," all leathers 2.65 124 Pairs of High Grade Ox-fords, $4 and $5 Values. 2.95 "Banister Bench-Made Oxfords" Gun Metal, Patent, Tan, $5, $5.50 and $6 Values, $3.95 to 4.95 Boys Bilt-Well Oxfords, those hard wearers at $2.20 and 2.45 Boys' Oxfords, sizes 9 to 2 Foot-form Lasts, Tans, Patents, Gun Metal, at $1.45 and 1.79 100 pairs of ladies' white cam No Sale Goods Charged No. Tradin WRIGHT FLEW 70 MILES BREAKING OWN RECORD; CONDENSED NEWS Yesterday, Orville Wright established a new aviation record at the Fort Meyer grounds. Late in the afternoon, yesterday, he made a spectacular flight of 1 hour and 20 minutes and 45 seconds. The machine traveled about 70 miles, and at one time attained a height of between 260 and 280 feet, the highest altitude ever reached by a heavier-than-air machine. Several thousand persons watched the flight and were especially astonished when the aviator executed three complete "Figure Eights." Butler Steel Strike Ended. Butler Succor Strike Ended. The strike which for four days has held up the Standard Rail Car Company's stockholder Paul, Pa., was settled late Tuesday afternoon, through the intervention of Rev. Father F. Beczewski, of the Polish Catholic church, and the 3,500 men were due to go to work Wednesday. The company has agreed to take back all the men and has consented to a reduction of the percentum of delinquent renta taken from the pay roll of the men each week. The strikers then agreed to abandon their demand for higher wages. President's Trailing Expenses. After a temporary four days' debacle of the house of representatives, Tuesday passed the urgent deficiency bill. The amount carried by it is $454,309, or $20,408 more than the original sum, and includes the $25,000 traveling expenses of the President. After denying the usual extra month's pay to officers and employees of the capitol, the house threw out a bill that the allowance for the extra work committee of stenographers; and then turned in and refused to carry out the mandate of the United States supreme court for the payment to J. H. Ceballos & Co., of New York, of $205,614. (From Bluefield Telegraph.) The Wheeling Intelligencer tells the state Republican community reorganized. It is in its ought to suggest a method of bringing about the reform. The members of this committee are elected by districts, and we have heard of only a few who are discontented. The districts in which the Dally Telegraph circulates have made no kick, and if the Intelligencer is dissatisfied with its members it should say so and not attack the whole committee. It is certain that no plan can be solved by which the district can choose all of the state committee. The oldest waiter in German, aged 77, recently retired from his work at 77. ★★ What's Its Plan? THURSDAY, JULY 23, 1909. MER SALE & Thomas Exceptional Bargains We Offer Ladies' Oxford Fancy Slippers, Suedes and Patents, Closing Out Prices, $1.95 to ... 2.45 Sorosis Oxford. You know the good quality and great value of them, $2.65 and ... 2.95 All our "Laird-Schober" high grade Oxford at GREATLY REDUCED PRICES. 215 Pairs of Tan and Black Low Shoes, all sizes, worth $2.50 to $3 ... 1.95 Several large lots at 95c, $1.45 and ... 1.65 Misses' Oxford, 260 Pairs that we have marked down to 95c, $1.45, Etc. Children's Slippers, 40c, 79c and ... 95c canvas oxford at 79c, 95c, $1.45 ed or sent on Approval. ing Stamps. TRUCK GARDENING AROUND HUNTINGTON BOOSTS THE TOWN TRUCK GARDENING AROUND HUNTINGTON BOOSTS THE TOWN Huntington, W. Va., July 21.—One hundred and fifty huckster wagons arranged in even rows on either side of Tenth street between Second and Third avenues, and of Second avenue between Ninth and Tenth streets, is a remarkable sight, which may be seen by the person sufficiently interested to leave his or her bed in time to reach this section of the town by 5:30 or 6 o'clock in the morning. In former years these hucksters have used the corner of Tenth street and Third avenue about as they pleased, blocking not only the intersection but the street and well beyond the wagons begin to arrive. 4:20 o'clock. By 5:30 almost all of them have arrived and the last of them do not leave until 8 o'clock or thereabouts. The matter of having them arrayed in lines on the two sides of the street instead of permitting them to gather as they pleased in an innovation made by the new police force. The patrolmen give the matter their especial care, and the duck gardener themselves have proved amiable in the matter the plan has worked well. Nothing furnishes a more convincing proof of the city's development than this array of wagons, which serves to show the vast amount of green vegetables consumed by the people of Huntington in a day. Huntington has a favorite market of the city's tri-state region, and gardeners from twenty-five miles from the city. The great distance which they are required to travel to reach the market has a peculiar effect on the habits of the gardeners themselves. The produce is gotten ready for market in the evening and as soon as it is ready and the wagon loaded the gardener starts for the ferry, either at Chesapeake or the one operating before it, or the one Guyandotte, to wait there until the ferry arrives at dawn. Often they congregate thickly on the banks and it requires some hours for the boats to handle them. As the most advantageous market is open to the man reaching Huntington ahead of all others there is always a rush for the first boat. Not all of the hucksters, however, are from Ohio, there being truck gardens on the West Virginia side which are paying handsome dividends for lenders. In this matter Huntington is the best advantage over some of her neighbor cities which are not surrounded by a truck in which truck gardening flourishes. In 1908 the American merchant marine carried only 1 1-2 per capita of the freight between the United States and Uruguay.