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THE ADVOCA WW. CHEEFFULLY PUBLISH ALD CIRCLE NEWS NOTES FROM ALL SECTIONS. VOLUME IX. Primary Advocated By Congressman Hubbard as the Best Method for Selecting Senator Scores Opponent WHO, HE SAYS, PRIETEND TO FA- FOR THE PEOPLE HAVING A VOICE IN THE NOMINATION, BUT SECRETLY OPPOSE PRIMARY ELECTIONS. Senator's Opposition largely responsible for failure of state-wide primary bill to pass, is belief entertained by the congressman, who would wear his toga. Wheeling, W. Va., April 8, 1910—To the Republican Voters of West Virginia: In announcing my candidacy for United States Senator, I said: "A primary held in a county will give every voter equal right and power, and a primary held throughout a senatorial district will do the like, and will also prevent the smothering of Republican votes in the smaller counties of the district in selecting a nominee. That method of selecting legislative candidates will strengthen the purpose and duty of all Republicans to vote for those candidates at the general election. Existing laws regulate such primaries, and punish any bribery and fraud which may be committed." That language seems reasonably plain. Yet some friends of Senator Scott affect an inability to understand it. One of his newspapers says Mr. Hubbard "has not asked for a statewide primary; he has not asken specifically for a county or senatorial primary in any county or district." That newspaper supported the so-called Hatfield primary bill, which in terms forbade a primary for any office above a county office, and in charity we may suppose that paper does not know what a primary is. At every meeting of a county or district committee my friends have urged the holding of a primary, and usually they have found the friends of Senator Scott there actively opposing a primary. Whenever I have trained of the meeting of a committee I have arranged that a request, for such primary be made, and a vote taken upon all who may become candidates for United States Senator. I have written hundreds of letters to members of committees asking the same thing; and I have sent no one to say that I did not want what I had asked for. I have not contented myself with words. The first district wide primary held in the state was held at my instance, in the First Congressional District, in 1908. Senator Scott is quoted as having said he was in favor of a primary. At the same time he was saying so his secretary and legislative agent, John L. Steele, was busy inducing members of the Legislature to vote against it. That has been charged in an open letter by Speaker Strickling, naming Senator D. B. Smith as a witness. Mr. Steele has not denied the statement, and cannot deny it. As far as I know, no friend of Senator Scott's has actively endeavored to get a primary anywhere, and as far as I know no friend of mine has opposed a primary anywhere. Finding that my suggestion of a primary must general favor, some more of Senator Scott's friends have lately said on paper that they are in favor of it, but very recently others of his friends induced the Wood County Committee to decline to give the voters a chance to express themselves as to candidates for the United States Senate. My friends then sought to have a primary called in the Third Senatorial District, which included Wood County, and they succeeded against the opposition of Senator Scott's friend, Governor White. In Upshur, Tucker, and other counties they have been at the same sort of work, but the current is not too strong for them and perhaps hereafter they will float with it. It is not important what Senator Scott has said about a primary. What has he or any of his friends ever done to get one? I want the Republican voters of the State to have a chance to express their choice for United States Senator. Why should Senator Scott hesitate at this, or content himself with such meaningless expressions, as that he is in favor of any kind of a primary wherever the committee wants it, while his friends diligently oppose any kind of a primary? There is no law for a statewide primary, and that is so largely because of Senator Scott's real opposition to it as manifested by his secretary's conduct. The kind of primary I advocate has the sanction of the law. It is hard enough to have a fair honest election even under the law, but without any law to punish fraud and corruption or correct mistakes, it would be a farce and a fraud. Moreover, if a primary election be held in every county, the practical result would be that of a "statewide primary." It would give to every legal Republican voter in the whole State the opportunity to cast his ballot for the candidate of his choice. There is no doubt that a majority of the people of West Virginia desire the enactment of what is known as a general primary election law. With that desire I am in hearty accord. Perhaps in no election is it so much needed as in the election of United States Senators. First, because the term of office of Senators is so long, that it is well that they should at the start come direct from the people, to whom they should also return If they desire re-election. It remains a disturbing, distracting and often a corrupting factor in our elections and in short sessions of our Legislature. Secondly, it enables the people to choose men to the Legislature solely upon their fitness for that office, and eliminates the question as to whom the member will support for Senator. Hence, it will enable the people to choose their representatives in the Legislature without the interference of candidates for the U. S. Senate. No such candidate should desire or seek to interfere with the free choice of the people in this respect, by "setting up candidates" in his own interest in the various counties and senatorial districts. If the people should take into their own hands the choice of United States Senators by that body be surer to get good men to serve in the Legislature; they would remove an element of corruption in the counties and districts, and in the Legislature, and they would avoid the waste of time that often occurs through contests in the Legislature in connection with the election of United States Senators by that body. W. P. Hubbard Program OF THE M.T. OLIVET MINISTERIAL AND DEACONS' INSTITUTE. To be held at Raymond City, April 20, 21, and 22nd, with the Raymond City Baptist Church. WEDNESDAY EVENING 7:30 Devotional Exercises, by Deacon of Bancroft. 8:30 Proaching. THURSDAY Morning Session, 9 o'clock. Devotional Exercises, by Revs. E. D. Allen and B. Dingess. "When a member has been excluded from one Baptist Church on what grounds, if any, can he be received into another Baptist Church?" Revs. S. A. Thurston and P. A. Davis. Should the ordination of deacons by the "laying on of hands" be perpetuated in the church, or did it terminate with the "Apostolic Church?" Revs. I. V. Bryant and F. E. Smith. Afternoon Session "Are the 'Secret Societies' of our day a benefit or a hindrance to our churches?" Revs. R. M. Mayhew and J. H. Williams, Elegesis on James 2:10 Rev. Reed Passior 1st Baptist Church, of Charlesten and Rev. J. W. Robinson, of St. Albans. Evening Session 7:30 Devotional Exercise, by Rev. D. W. Lipscomb and Deacon J. H. Harris. 8:00 Preaching. "It is expended to tax members. If so what course should be taken with members who do not pay their dues?" Revs. R. D. W. Meadows and D. W. Stratton. FRIDAY Morning Session. Devotional Exercises, by Deacon J., R. Randolph, of Winfield. "Does a church receive any benefit from receiving what are called Watch care members?" If so what benefit? Rev. W. W./Scott and E. C. Page. "Was Job a real character? If so how can we prove it?" Revs. G. P. R. Kinney and P. P. Holland. Preaching. Afternoon Session. Devotional Exercises, by Rev. A. Henderson and Dea, J. R. Lovely "The relation of Hicentates to the pastor," Rev. M. T. St. Clair and D. W. Perdue. "Is the "present condition of the Negro" an advantage or disadvantage to the race?" Rev. I. V. Bryant and H. B. Rice. Evening Session. 7:30 Devotional Services, by H. K. Johnson and Dea, J. L. Green. 8:30 Preaching. REV. D. D. DAVIS, President REV. W. W. SCOTT, Sev. FIVE TAKE EXAMINATION Five persons are taking the civil service examinations that are today being held in the Federal building. The examination is being conducted by Messars, Gramm and Jarrett, of the city postoffice force, and is being held for bookkeeper, school teacher for the Indian service, assistant examiner and fish, culturer. There is one applicant for each job. CHARLESTON, WEST VIRGINIA, THURSDAY, APRIL 14, 1910 Maryland Executive WILL VETO THE BILL DISFRANCHISING THE NEGRO VOTERS OF THE STATE. Fears Interference From the federal authorities, and will try the people again on a constitutional amendment, providing a property qualification. (Franklin F. Johnson) Baltimore, Md., April 13. By the refusal of Governor Austin Lane Crothers to sign the Digges Bill's call for the disfranchisement of the colored voters at municipal and State elections, disfranchisement has been defeated for the third successive time in this State. A constitutional amendment, which provides that only only colored men paying taxes on $300 worth of property should vote, will be submitted to the people, however in 1911. The Governor deserves no special compliment for refusing to sign the bills, indeed, he declares himself to be still an enemy of Negro suffrage. It is only a case of "cold feet" with him as all of the daily papers of Baltimore and many prominent Democrats vehemently protested against the bills as injurious to business and political interests of the State. At the last moment some of the advocates of the bills discovered that Democratic registration officials who under the provisions of the measure, refused to enter the names of colored men on the polling booths, might be sent to jail for violating a national law against depriving a man of his privileges on account of his color, and the Governor had to give in. With the pocket veto of the Governor dies a provision for holding the next municipal election in Baltimore in November, 1911, instead of May, 1911. The Digges Bills were conceived for partisan advantages and their failure to become a law means that the Democrats will have a right for supremacy as never before in November, 1911, when a governor and state officials are to be elected. When Democrats on the suggestion of the governor are going to find a way to test the provisions of the Digges Bills, which contemplates a denial of colored men of the right to register and vote in State and municipal elections. It will probably take shape in having some Democratic registration official making an attempt at denying some colored man the right to register, and than making a test case in the United States Courts. As the Republicans are determined to test the grandfather's clause on the municipal election law for Annapolis, the State Capital, by which nearby all the colored voters are disfranchised in the municipal elections in that city, some interesting developments may follow of importance to the race, especially those disfranchised in the South. BIBLE SCHOOL AT DURHAM The Bible School at Durham, N. C. for Negro preachers and all kinds of religious workers promises to be a great success. The President, Dr. James E. Shepard has prepared a program which is about to go to press. It will announce a large number of many able and talented lecturers, and teachers, among these are, Rev. Dr. Jesse L. Hurlbert, of Newark, N. J., who will deliver special addresses twice daily from July 7th to 12th. Passers conferences will be conducted by Rev. Dr. W. M. Gilbert, of New York City, and Bishop Geo. W. Clinton, of North Carolina. Study classes will be conducted by Arehdeacon W. Geo. Avant Rev. John E. Ford, Rev. E. H. Hunter, and Dr. D. Webster Davis, July 12th and 13th, Miss Grace Hemingway will conduct "Children's hour and Story telling." A lecture will be given July 18th by Mr. Samuel J. MacCraken, Major R. R. Moton of Hampton Institute will lecture in July 19th, July 27th and 28th, Rev. W. M. Jackson of Beaver, Pa., will lecture. On August 3rd and 4th Rev. Dr. J. B. Lemon of Manchester, N. H., will lecture Rev. W. J. Joyner, State Superintendent Public Instruction in North Carolina, will give a series of lectures the first week in August. Classes in Basket making, Agriculture, Dressmaking etc., under experts will be formed. NEW HAMPSHIRE G. A. R. Concord, N. H., April 13. Concord has donned patriotic attire in honor of the Grand Army encampment of the department of New Hampshire, which opened a two days session here today. There is a large attendance of comrades from all parts of the State and the presence of Commander-in-Chief Van Sant, of Minnesota, has added to the interest. Secretary Knowles of the Giants is in good health again and will be in Boston for the first game of the season. OF FINANCIAL BOARD OF A. M. E. CHURCH ARE EXPECTED TO BREAK RECORD. Washington, April 13.—(Special) The 39th annual meeting of the Financial Board of the A. M. E. church will be held at 1541 Fourteenth street next Wednesday, when Rev. Dr. John Hurst, financial secretary of the deposition, will make his second annual report. It is expected that the receipts for the fiscal year ended April 1st, will be nearly $200,000, the largest in the history of the department. The members of the board are Bishop A. A. Grant, chairman; Revs A. J. Kershaw, Tallahassee, Fla., vice chairman; Rev. A. J. Carey, Chicago secretary; Rev. A. L. Murray, Atlantic City, N. J.; secretary; Rev. J. Jonifer, Chicago; Rev. Charles Bundey, Cleveland, O. Rev. J. R. Ransom, Toppea, Kansas; Rev. E. W. Lee, Atlanta, Ga.; Rev. N. B. Sterrett, Charleston, S. C.; Rev. J. W. Lampton, Vicksburg, Miss.; Rev. J. M. Conner, Little Rock Ark; Rev. P. C. Hunt, Palestine Tuxes, C. H. Johnstone, Liberia, West Africa, and A. Fortune, Cape Town, South Africa. Liberia Praised BY EDITOR OF WORLD'S WORK WHO MADE THOROUGH STUDY AT FIRST HAND. Of those who are skilled in the trades and have money-enough to tide them over for several years—News of interest from Baltimore. (F. F. Johson.) Baltimore, M. D. April 13.—Mr. Edgar Allan Forbes managing editor of the World Works, delivered an interesting illustrated lecture on "Liberia," at Sharp Street Memorial M. E. Street, last Thursday night. Mr. Forbes has been to Liberia and made a thorough study of conditions there, and is an enthusiastic friend of this country. He praised the Liberians, declaring that the morals of the bushmen were higher than those of New York, and that no Americo-Liberian had lapsed into barbarism. The work being done for the Liberians by Bishops Scott and Ferguson as well as the diplomatic services of Dr. Ernest Lyon, American minister to Liberia, were bauled. He declared that the United States was willing to lend assistance but not as much as the Liberians desired. Emigration of those skilled in grades and those who had sufficient funds to tide them over for several years was urged by Mr. Forbes. Bernard Baker, a wealthy Baltic more capitalist, who is said to be willing to invest money for the development of Liberia's resources, also spoke. Again Represents City. City Councilman Harry S. Cummings was sworn in for the fifth consecutive time as a city director in the Colored House of Reformation, at Cheltenham, a few days ago. Catholic Missions Discussed. The plan to raise $100,000 annually for mission and educational work among the colored people was discussed at a meeting of the Catholic Board for Mission Work among colored people at Cardinal Gibbon's residence last week. Receptio for Dr. Stepteen Rev. Dr. C. T. Stepteen, presiding elder of the Potomac district, was tendered a reception at Brown Memorial A. M. E. church, Washington, last Wednesday night. USELESS NEWSPAPER CONTRO VERSES. The policy of discouraging useless newspaper controversies, urged by President R. W. Thompson, of the National Negro Press Association, is proving a wise one. A so-called "race journal," run solely as a personal organ to carry on the quarrels of its owner, or to blackmail gullible individuals into paying money to keep off venomous attacks, is an enemy to the progress of real journalism, and should be given the "cold shoulder" at every opportunity. Mr. Thompson has the right idea about the proper function of the true race journal, and the press will hearken into his timely suggestions—Indianapolis Freeman. A. B. C. CLCR. The A. B. C. Club met last evening with Miss Mia Beaver on Columbia avenue. A very pleasant evening was spent. Bluefield Institute INSTILLS IN MINDS OF NEGRO BOYS AND GIRLS IDEALS OF RIGHT LIVING. State Institution Is doing much toward preparing for higher citizenship those from other states where education is restricted. Compared with the states to the south and east of her West Virginia has but few Negroes. Of these a very small minority are native to the soil. The larger part of the native population being found in the older parts of the State. In the south-western section there is a migratory class of people, and there will always be this class so long as the State is in the process of being developed. However, this floating population remains long enough to be called citizens both of the State and the smaller political divisions; long enough to use that most powerful of weapons the ballot, making decisions and determining party control that will influence the destiny of the State for a long time. Should the State for shear self protection and preservation do anything to induce these developers of her natural resources to remain, to become attached to the soil, to imbibe the spirit and ideals of the state and thus in truth become a part of the common wealth? The State needs a citizenship anxious to develop her great natural resources that the wealth arising therefrom may be used to make her attractive to the thrifty, to make her intelligent and law abiding. For this there must be state love and state pride. These are never the ideals of a drifting and an irresponsible people. To induce the strong to settle, to remain, to make homes, the state must offer substantial inducement to those who are willing to come to work under, upon, and between her mountains, besides the protection which the law offers and an opportunity to labor. SCHOOLS make the most strongest inducement for people to come and abide. Furthermore good schools and the influences which they naturally excite, draw a better class, than a mere chance to labor, will draw. Given a chance to learn as well as to labor the more intelligent will come and stay, otherwise they come only to gather the states wealth and carry it to enrich other sections where they will make homes and rear their families. To attract and hold the last named class of colored people was the reason for founding the school at Bluefield. In the language of those who were interested in the founding of the school, "The Bluefield Colored Institute owes its existence to a desire on the part of the people of West Virginia to secure to the youth of that part of its people belonging to the colored race the facilities for obtaining such an educational qualification as will prepare them to become a part of that higher citizenship for which the State strives, and that they may be a part of that intellectual life which should keep peace with the material development of the State. To look at the facts dispassionately, the State receives in large numbers, an ignorant, irresponsible, riff-raff element from the glades east, southeast and west of her. These people are bound to no place by any tie or condition, they have had no school advantages and no intelligent, sympathetic direction. Such people given an opportunity to earn large sums of money under Little restraint, surrounded by every kind of vice and tempted always to every extragrant excess naturally develop into a class undesirable, dangerous, daring, jeckless, thoughtless and improvident. And as they live for the most part in make-shift settlements they can but multiply villainy. Against this class the State has one hope—fill the minds of their young with the ideals of correct living and give to them the training, the hope, and the chance for attaining such ideas. This the Bluefield school has attempted, and when results and cost are considered the State never made a better investment. With an average annual appropriation of $7,500 the school has had to start, live and expand. From a financial standpoint the school has tried to be an example of what it has endeavored to teach—live with in your means; and make a little secure the largest possible advantage. This is not an easy task in a section where all classes live in dilicious and amusing extravagance that the school nevertheless has in many ways shown its students how they can assist themselves or entirely school themselves on a little, provided energy, willingness and desire are present. Seven eighths of all the boys who have come to the school have earned their expenses paying for their books. their tuition, board, clothing and other incidentals. One year the school did ask the State to furnish free books and it found that the sorriest piece of business it ever did; for at once the first spirit of independence and self-reliance which had characterized the student body was supplanted by one of dependence and an expectancy that some one is compelled to provide for them. All the graduates are leading useful and helpful lives. Into their work they carry the spirit of the school—not to use a tinnor or a brass band to announce what they are going to, but to go at the work and do it. Alarge number of them have married and made homes on the field. These homes are of the type that makes the betterment of any people, places where husband and wife are interested in each other, happy and contented, giving what time they can spare from their families to the good of the community in the way of school, Sunday School and Church Work. In all work they are not used for, cheap leadership that leads to nowhere, but are rather content with service. In the professions and business they are strong, substantial and straight forward as well as a success in what is commonly considered success—an ability to earn and save money; for many of them are property holders. As doctors the men who went to school at the Bluefield school have a large practice and they gain and keep the confidence of their patients. One of these men is perhaps the most cosmopolitan physician in the field—his patients are Italians, Hungarians and Slavs, American blacks and whites. The dentists have a large practice and the business men a large and satisfied trade. Those who teach are clashed by their superintendents among the best and most progressive. Those who go elsewhere as students are often given credit ahead of their class, never do they lag behind. The institute is proud of her students and their record: She trains her girls for their special tasks in life as well as for the vocation of teaching. They are taught that other essential art, to fix every girl should know and every mother must know. They are also taught that other essential art, to fix their food so that it should nourish the body as well as be pleasing to the palate. They know it was good before it was cooked so it should be good after it is cooked. Recently she has had fixed a ballground, there are tennis courts, and crouch courts. If Nature did not leave enough level spots on the mountain side she made them level. Limited work is given the boys in agriculture, and during the spring and summer it is put into use for some of the town residents. For six weeks during the summer of 1909 Bluefield Institute, alone held a summer school. Besides her own instructors, Prof. William Pleikens of Talladega College Ala., and Miss Fannie Cobb of West Virginia Institute assisted in the work. In this she was a pioneer among the State Colored schools. She created an interest among the teachers of this section for more knowledge and a willingness to sacrifice something, to get it. The journey of the Institute thus far has not been on flowery beds nor along paths flower strewn. Like the old saying, she has had her foes within and without to contend against—misrepresented, often misunderstood. Need, to do just what she is doing, is of doubt in the mind of none, needed where she is, cannot be gainsaid, unless she could be centrally located in the field and that is impossible, for it seems impossible to locate anything centrally in W. Va. Her past for her age has been good, and there is no reason why there should not be in store for her a bright future. IN THE INTERMEDIATE COURT The jury in the case of State vs. Thomas Brodie was cannaneled this morning and the trial is in full swing this afternoon. Brodie is charged with breaking into the house of Mrs. Rebecca Bearman on North Rand street during the month of July, 1909. The witnesses in the case are in court and it will be finished on evening. Col. J. J. Swope, of Wyoming county, editor of the Wyoming Mountaineer, after being introduced by Attorney H. L. Hunt this morning, was sworn to practice in the intermediate court. Late yesterday afternoon the jury in the case of T. L. Aburry, who was charged with shooting Leslie Hawkins last summer in the latter's place of business on Capitol street, returned out but a few minutes. He will be sentenced at the end of this term of court. The lists are now practically filled for the coming Democratic State primary in Texas. There are five candidates for governor, four candidates for lieutenant governor, three candidates for railroad commissioner, four candidates for controller and three candidates for judge of the court of criminal appeals. The candidates for governor are Cone Johnson of Tyler, R. V. Davidson of Galveston, William Poindexter of Cleburne, F. M. Cunyus of McKinney and O. B. Colquitt of Terrell. BECAUSE THEY TH ANGLO - SAXON THREATENED I PHASES OF ENCO TO NGROES. Where the appointment of a Negro supervisor of the census was considered, held to indicate a desire of the administration to "double cross." (Horace D. Slatter. The following Washington Dispatch to the Nashville American will no doubt be illuminating and interesting to Advocate Readers who, perhaps, had been seeking in vain some expression of favor toward the colored people from the present administration. "Members of Congress from Southern Districts in which the Negro population is large are no little disturbed over some fresh aspects of the race questions which have recently come under their observation. It is not that they are uneasy over their individual political fortunes in the near future, but they freely aver that they can not help but see certain phases of encouragement recently given the Negro who happens to be inclined to be ambitious and forward to push himself to the limit. They complain that this encouragement is by responsible factors of the Taft administration, and is preformed in a way which renders absurd the early pretenses of that administration that it favors leaving to the intelligent people of Southern communities the solution of their own race problems." "They say that President Taft talk to the Southern people along that line, in the light of subsequent insidious events trifling in themselves, but significant and disquieting in the aggregate, shows the President's progressive ideas on the subject were a mere blind. They profess now to believe that President Taft cares nothing for the preservation of the undisturbed integrity of white domination in the South. Since not a few of the administration's agents have seen fit to promote Negro aspirations to place of responsibility, usually committed to white persons, it is believed by these Southern Representatives that Mr. Taft has allowed his political machinery within the Government to be used to give support to Southern Negroes for the purpose of influencing Negro votes in Northern States and those border States in which the Negro wields a balancing power in elections." Corraling Votes "The machine Republicans in the Southern States—the State and National Committee, with the Federal office holders—are expected to gather in all needed National convention delegates from the Southern quarter, while whither over the Newgro enjoys marketable suffrage, he will readily cast his lot with the administration forces. In other words the Southern Congressman generally doubts the sincerity of President Taft's long ago intimated desire for the incarment of a respectable Republican party in the Southern States. They are convinced that conditions are developing which bode grave trouble for the communities in which they live and which they represent in Congress." "They complain that instances are growing in number in their vicinities in which Negroes have been persuaded to aspire to office and responsible business positions which, ever since reconstruction days, have been in the control of the white people and have invariably been held by white people, save in the rarest instances, and never without friction and unhappy results. This encouragement, they aver, has been steadily coming and growing from the Taft administration, notwithstanding the painful race-passion provoking events of the Rosevelt administration, the crumcharleston appointment, the Indianola postoffice imbroglio and the Booker Washington White House social exploit. The far-reaching harmful effects of these incidents of the Rosevelt regime, which Southerners had come to believe were in time retracted by Rosevelt, appear in the minds of well-informed Southerners to have been disgarded or ignored by Taft and all the fair promises of the early months of his administration are under clouds, the silver lining of which is surely fading." ORRESPONDENCE The quarterly meeting which has been in session for two days at Curtis Baptist church, closed Sunday night after a successful meeting. The Sunday school with R. A. Glen as Superintendent, is progressing nicely. The following officers were elected for the ensuisq quarter: Wm. Watkins, teacher of No. 1 class: Thos. Kausey, teacher of No. 2 and Miss I. Heigstrom of No. 3. HUNTINGTON James Mangrum, while at his work Sunday, braiding on vard near the river, met with a very serious accident. His hand was mashed and some fingers cut off and he was injured internally. The full extent of his injuries is not yet known, since he was taken to Clifton Forge Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Almira Brown, who had been an invalid several years, died Monday morning. An account of the funeral services will appear in the next issue. Mrs. M. L. Mangrum, who was called to the bedside of her mother Mrs. Jane Dabney, of Russell, Ky., was taken ill and was unable to be at home when her husband met with the accident above mentioned. Mrs. J. W. Johnson, of Holden was down attending to her property last week. Her new house is ready for occupancy. Rev. J. J. Turner was in the city Sunday and Monday. Rev. R. Smith of Bidwell, O., preached at the First Baptist church for Rev. Bryant, who preached the installation sermon of the new pastor of the Baptist church in Charleston. Mrs. Alice Dixon and little son Frank, returned home Saturday from a visit to her mother. Mrs Eliza Cobey, of Eagle. Mrs. Sarah Byrd received the sad news of the death of her brother in Philadelphia. Erasmus Pack has been appointed census enumerator. Mr. Peck is a young man of ability and has the best wishes of the friends here. Miss Mary Dill was the week end guest of friends in Ashland. Wm. Smith, of Hoiden was a business caller in our city last week. Complimentary to the members of the other clubs of the First Baptist church and friends, the Benjamin Tribe delightfully entertained Thursday evening in the basement of the church. A very nice program was rendered after which their many guests were escorted to the dining tables where the delicacies of the season were served. Mrs. Nannie West was the charming hostess to the Orion club Friday evening. Mrs. Willie Carr, of Goshen, Va., a former resident here, is the guest of relatives and friends in the city. The drama "Thirty Years of Freedom," was, by special request, presented the third time. This time to a large, appreciative audience at the Sixteenth Street Baptist church Friday evening. It proved to be a success both socially and financially. Mrs. Eugenia Barnett was indisposed last week. Mrs. Martha Baker entertained at six o'clock dinner Sunday Mesdames Kate Colley, Nannie West, Tina McDaniel. Mollie Mickens. Misses Kate Johnson and Cora McDaniel. The Rising Sons and Daughters rendered a very nice program Monday evening at their usual place of meeting. After the program refreshments were served. CEDAR GROVE. Mrs. Fortner and daughter, Enell, of Mammoth, were visitors here Sunday. Rev. B. E. Newsome, of Raleigh, preached for the Methodists here Sunday night, after which communion was held. Nathaniel Philips and wife, of Charleston, were visiting their mother, Mrs. Janie Beamer, here on Sunday. Mrs. Hilda Hurt, of Shrewsbury, was visiting here Sunday. Miss Kittie Strudwick left for Charleston last week. Joe Walker, who had his leg broken in the mines at Mammoth, is improving slowly. J. T. Willis, of Montgomery, is here superintending the tailoring department for L. S. White. Ellard Dingess is reported improving rapidly. A crowd was attracted here Susday on account of the ball game. The Cedar Grove improvement company held their first meeting here Monday night in which their bylaws was adopted and their various officers elected. The board of directors are as follows: Barley Dingess, George W. Lee, Christopher Scott, Henry Smith, M. Beamer. B. B. Waynesboro President: Anthony Irvin, Vice President: John H. Dingess, Treasurer: T. W. Martin Secretary: after which forty-five shares of stock were sold at $10.00 per share. HARPERS FERRY. Storer College broke even in her baseball games last week when she won from the fast Paceville, Pa. team and lost to Howard University at Washington. Purceyville was played April 5th upon the college grounds and was interesting, but the college boys showed their superiority. Tomlinson and Harvey, Storer's battery, played good ball while Crawford's pitching was considered wonderful by the visitors. Stewart for the visitors, pitched good ball and with good support the score might have been different. The crowd was the largest the boys have had this season. Score: Storer, 17; Purceyville, 1. Storer was defeated in turn by Howard at Washington Saturday. April 9th, by the score of 11 to 3. The game was interesting until the 4th inning, the score being 3 to 3, when several errors made by the visitors enabled Howard to gain the lead which she held till the close of the game. At no time were the Storer boys outplayed and with the pitching of Tomlinson and Crawford and good team work. Capt. Morris hopes to turn the game upon Howard when she plays upon Storer grounds. The manager, C. A. Meyers, is to be complimented for his efficient work and tireless energy in scheduling games both for the first and second teams. Rev. Samuel Beane, of Martinsburg and N. N. Hopewell, of Kearneyville, were visitors in Washington, Saturday. Rev. Craven, of Charles Town, was a pleasing visitor to chapel exercises Monday and delivered a very interesting talk to the student body. The musical cantata "Pauline" is soon to be presented here by the student body under the leadership and direction of Chas. S. Arter. New and popular songs and choruses are being rehearsed and the play promises to be a success for the alumni for whom it is to be given. The Storer Record has just been issued for the month of April and every alumni and friend should have one. Send in your subscription Chas, S. Arter, teacher at Meyerstown, spent Saturday and Sunday is Washington. He witnessed the Storer-Howard game. The Storer Sentinel, Volume II., is soon to be issued by the student body of Storer. As only a few will be issued, send in your subscription now. The price is 50 cents per BERWIND Rev. L. J. Crider, of the M. E. church, is conducting a series of meetings. George Barnes, of McKendree, is visiting friends here. Mrs. L. B. Fiteh and Mrs. Archie Nicholas were calling on friends in Susanna Sunday. Mrs. Willie Glen was shopping in Kainbrake, Wednesday. Rev. E. G. Holtombe, of the Baptist church, filled his regular appointments here Sunday. Mrs. E. S. Brice is indisposed. A Parent's Day exercise will be given at the school house Tuesday afternoon. It is hoped that all parents and persons interested will be present. Thomas Spencer and family have moved to Columbus, Ohio. CLIFF TOP Sunday School began last Sunday for the first time this year. The following officers were elected: Supt. H. M. Saunders; Sec. Chas. Jackson; Treasurer, Jacob Long. Teachers M. V. Carr, A. F. Friend and Percy Thompson. Miss Gertrude Parrish, teacher at Lookout, and Mr. Agree visited the teachers Saturday. Misses Jennie Allen, Lizzie Bennett, Fanny Cary and Luther Jackson, of Sewell, were the week-end guests of friends at this place. Miss Minnie V. Cary, of Marietta, Ohio, is teaching select school and music, which is highly appreciated by the people. Miss M. M. Pollard, who has been ill, is reported better. Mrs. Abbie Friend has taken her place as teacher in the public school, having been substituted by Miss M. V. Carr. Mrs. Sallie Thomson and Mr. Wm. Newell entertained a number of friends at the home of the former in honor of the teachers. After the time was spent in playing many games a delightful lunch was served. Mrs. H. M. Saunders is very much improved at this writing. Mrs. Jackson entertained at five o'clock dinner Sunday. Misses Abbie Friend, Minnie Carr and Messrs. Wm. Flood and Wm. Newell were the guests. PRINCETON. Rev W. R. Berger went to Pocahontas Va., Wednesday, as delegate to the True Referrer's Council. George H. Carter leaves Friday for a visit to his parents at Pulaski Va., also other points in Virginia. Rev J. M. Beamer, of Roanoke Va., attended services Sunday at the Bapstest church and assisted with the services. Mrs. Belle Ramsey, of Stardardville Va., and daughter, Miss Matilda Keatley, are here o man extended visit to the former's mother. They were accompanied here by their sister and aunt Mrs. Eliza Hardnunt. Will Barrett and wife, of Athens, worshipped at the M. E. church Sunday. Nelson Lewis, of Graham, Va., spent Sunday here with his sister. Mrs. Elizabeth Cooke. Will Stevens, of Christian Ridge, was here the first of the week calling on Miss Hannah Henderson. Miss Georgia Hardin went to Slab Fork last week and spent a few days visiting her uncle, George Breckenridge. A delegation from Bluefield came here to attend a congressional convention at the court house Monday. Prominent among them were, S. B. Moore, Jas. Howard, J. M. Abington, J. C. Sinipson and others. Letcher Graves, of Oak Hill, stopped over about a day last week, looking around the town, and expressed himself as being favorably impressed. Little Edith Breckenridge, of Slab Fork, is here the guest of her grandmother, Mrs Matilda Breckenridge. W. M. Callander writes from Hot Springs. Ark., that he is rapidly improving Fred Hill is somewhat indisposed at this writing. Mrs. Jennie Bane is better. GRAFTON. Mrs. Mary Lovett has returned to her home, Winchester, Va., after spending several weeks with her mother who has been very ill. Mrs. Hill, of Pruntyown, spent Sunday with her daughter, Mrs. George Jackson. Mrs. L. J. Dalis spent several hours in the city Saturday as the guest of Mrs. M. V. Turner, enroute to Keyser, her home. Rev. J. C. Bush took dinner at Rev. Turner's, Sunday. Mrs. L. Menfee left Sundaynight for Johns Hopkin's hospital, Baltimore. Walter Howell was in Clarksburg Saturday and witnessed the game. Miss Luey Boney is in town again. The Scholastics journeyed to Clarksburg Saturday and met the fast Water street school team and were defeated by the score of 11 to 8. The Graftonians were badly crippled on account of the absence of Craig, their main pitcher. However, the game was well played and closely contested on both sides. M. Howell pitched and Hale played second. Although in new positions, they played well. All deserve much credit. Buekhannon plays here on April 16th. Edward Jones and Will Hall were in Clarksville Sunday. Mrs. Florence Johnson left for Buekhannon Sunday to visit friends. Miss Helen Palmer, of Fairmont, is the guest of Mrs. Hattie Beanar. Tom Tyson's mother and sister, of North Carolina, are visiting him. ST. ALBANS Miss Ellen Payne, of Charleston, was visiting Mrs. Kate Waddy Sunday. Mrs. Carrie Jackson and Lillia Byrd were visitors of John Gordon Sunday. J. A. Shields left Saturday for Cabin Creek, where he has employment. Andrew Bowling passed through town Sunday enroute to Madison. Miss Cordelia Wanzer visited Mrs. Kate Waddy, Sunday. Edward Ransom and Miss Georgia Banks were quietly married Saturday night. The ceremony was performed by Rey. J. W. Robinson. SYLVIA. Among those sick this we are Mrs. Calvin Chillers and Mr. Glen. A number attended services at Raleigh Sunday. The 9th day of April was well celebrated in the eastern part of our town. There were some very instructive addresses made and a number from this section were present night and day. We are glad to report the much improved condition of Mrs. Martha Kinley, who has been suffering so long from tuberculosis. Dr. H. C. Hargrove returned from Hinton Monday morning where he was called Saturday by Dr. C. H. Payne is consultation. PAGE Hutton Frannum, of Montgomery, visited his sister, Mrs. Alice Bolden. Miss Fannie Blakey, of Charleston, has been spending a few days with her sister, Lillie Early. Miss Mary Reed has gone to Ansted to spend a few days with friends. Dr. D. D. White is in our town again. Miss Alice Curtis is able to be out again. She has been sick for some time. CHICAGO,ILL. Election is over in Chicago. Edward H. Wright, the colored candidate for Alderman of the Second Ward, was defeated by treacery and disloyalty in the ranks of his own people, although he made a good run, securing 1800 votes. He was bitterly opposed by James P. Brewington Jr., Willis P. Jefferson, and a few other colored men of their type. If the colored people in the Second Ward had remained loyal to Mr. Wright, he would have been elected Alderman by an overwhelming majority. Lawyer John G. Jones, President of the Frederick Douglass National Republican League of the United State, has called the next meeting of the National League to meet at New Orleans, Louisiana, on the 26th of October, 1910. L. W. Newby, a colored lawyer, of this city, has located in St. Louis, Missouri. A meeting was held in Chicago South Charleston FACTORIES EMPLOYING OVER 400 MEN Dunkirk Window Glass Co. Banner Window Glass Co. Kanawha Chemjcal Engine Mfg. Co. cars go in. Terms: 1-10 cash, balance in monthly payments to suit. Discount for all cash. Kanawha Land Co. Room 501 Charleston National Bank Building Bell Phone 750; Home Phone 214 fin, attended the Ebenezer Baptist church in the country, Sunday afternoon. Miss Ocle Pettiford has returned from Cincinnati, O. Mr. Schaeffer, of Huntington, W. Va., is a visitor in our city. Bates and Leathers have dissolved partnership in their ice cream parlor and pool room on South Walnut street. Stephen Bates is now running it as sole owner and has fitted the place up in first class style. Miss Mabel Gatliff is employed at Bates Ice Cream parlor on South Walnut street. Mrs. Jennie L. Doll, of West Fourth street, has been appointed one of the census enumerators for the city of Chillicothe. The steward board of Quinn Chapel will hold a business meeting and supper Friday night. F. A. Stacey, of the Central Bank, gave Rev. Walker $100.00 on the repair of his church, Monday. Miss Geneva Ross was elected president of the Royal Workers at Quinn chapel; Miss Lucy West, Sec.; Miss Helen Carter, Treasurer. Miss Hazel Fairfax left Sunday morning for Greenfield, O., where she will be for two weeks. Mrs. Eetta Green entertained the Ladies 'Aid last Wednesday afternoon. Those present: Misses Margie Hess, Edith Wood, Lula J. Brinkley, Brunette Brown, Minnie V. Allen, Otelia Sweeney, Mamie Brackenridge, Florence and Virginia Green, Mesdames Mary J. Brinkly, D. R. Hickman, Owen Price, John Ward and Rev. Jefferson. District Superintendent Hughes preached at, M. E. Church Friday night. Mrs. Lizzie C. Brown and Misses Bettie Williams and Viola Thompson attended the St. Luke sermon at Hinton Sunday. Misses Evelyn and Clara Slaughter and Eva Caloway visited Miss Lada Johnson, of Frankfort, at the residence of her sister, Mrs. D. R. Hickman Sunday. Rev. Jefferson was a business visitor here last week. Mrs. Mary H. Lewis and family leave for Emerson, Ohio, their future home, this week. A. L. Brinkley, who has been sick for the past two weeks, left Sunday for Clifton Forge Hospital for treatment. Rev. Scott of Clifton Forge, preached at the Baptist church Sunday. Gordon Rose and wife visited Lewishburg Sunday. Sandy Holland was a visitor at McKendree last week. Wm. Eggleston declined the appointment as Census Enumerator to finish his painting contract at White Sulphur. two days ago by a number of colored men of various parts of the State of Illinois, for the purpose of forming a State organization. The organization is named "The Illinois State Republican League." The colored men who took part in the campaign against Edward H. Wright for Alderman of the Second Ward, and helped to defeat him, have been marked by the colored people of Chicago as arch traitors and enemies of the race, and in the future they will not be permitted to appear or take part in anything that has for its object the welfare of the colored race of Chicago. It is the opinion of a large number of the very best colored men in the Republican party in the City of Chicago and elsewhere that President Taft's Administration at Washington, is very unpopular with them, and without going into details of the matter, it is safe to say that if a Presidential election were held next week, President Taft would get hardly a vote of the colored voters of this City. John G. Jones, an ex-member of the Legislature of the State of Illinois, delivered a masterly address before the Western Star Club on last Tuesday evening, and branded Booker T. Washington, of Alabama, as a man who was fully unreliable and unfit for leadership in any movement or enterprise for the colored people of this country. He gave Booker T. Washington, an unmerciful scoring, and in his address he was heartily and loudly applauded. CHILLICOTHE, O Misses Geneva Ross, Irene Hicks, and Madaline Bates, Messrs. Ralph Cunningham, Russell Bates and James Marshall spent Sunday after- noon in Kingston, O. Charles Ward, and Ulysses Scott, of Columbus, were guests of Misses Lena and Helen Marshall Sunday afternoon. Large crowds attended Quinn Chapel A. M. E. church both morning and evening Sunday. Rev. J. W. Carter, of the First Baptist Church, is assisting Rev. W. H. Burr in Columbus, in a revival meeting. Rev. C. S. Gee, D. D., will hold the third quarterly meeting at Quinn Chapel May 1st. At a called meeting of the members of Quinn Chapel, the following Committee was appointed to secure a place to hold services while the church is being remodled: Arthur Redmond, Fisher Sutton, and Edward Sutton. Rev. W. E. Walker, pastor of Quinn Chapel, has made a call for a special men's meeting on Tucaday night. Mrs. James Lucas and son Griff- RONCEVERTE. 28 AND 30 CAPITOL ST. Beef, Veal, Mutton, Pork Fresh Pork Sausage OUR OWN MAKE. Try our machine sliced Hams and Bacon The best qualities in all the popular kinds of Cheese We want your patronage for we have complete stock in our lines and you can get it when you want it most. BED PHARMACY Are You Working for Money? Or is Your Money Working for You? If you are working and saving your money and putting it in a bank where you get no interest, keep it in a trunk or hiding it somewhere about your house—You Are Working For Money. If you are working and saving your money and putting it in a bank where you get no interest, keep it in a 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 per cent, interest—Your Money is working For You. The Pythian Mutual Investment Association was organized in order to give us an opportunity to put the money we could save together and then put it to work. The above is a picture of our building on the Capitol Square in Charleston. We have just purchased a splendid threec story block building on one of the main business streets in the city of Huntington. The first floor is occupied by the Huntington Herald, the largest daily newspaper published in that section of the state, the second floor is used for office rooms, while the htird floor is a large assembly and lodge hall. This building is sure to pay us well. After the Charleston building had been occupied only eight months our stockholders were paid a dividend of six per cent. Stock is still on sale at $1 0.00 per share, either paid up or on the installment plan. Ask your agent in your locality about it or write to this office. Let Your Money Work For You Pythian Mutual Invesmtent Association. L. O. WILSON, President, Weston, W. Va. ADDITIONAL CORRESPONDENCE ADDITIONAL CORRESPONDENCE The Womans' Improvement League met with Mrs. Phillips Skanks of Plymouth Thursday afternoon. An interesting program was rendered, after which election of officers was held: The following officers were elected: Mrs. Mae Jones, President; Miss Sarah Smith, Vice-President; Mrs. Lucy Mickens, Secretary; Mrs. Oscie Sawyers, Treasurer; Mrs. A. E. T. Sinclair, correspondent Secretary. After business was over they were invited to the dining room by the hoistress where they were served. On last Sunday, April 10th, the L. O. of St. Luke's had their annual thanksgiving sermon preached to them in the 2nd Baptist church by Rev. Reid, pastor of the M. E. church this city. The three councils of Hinton, with visiting councils from Ronceverte, Alderson, Taleott and Charleston were in attendance. It was a perfect day and a large gathering, Rev. Reid's sermon was an excellent one, his subject was "Friendship," and a more fitting subject would have been hard to select. Everybody enjoyed the sermon. J. B. Calloway, of Macdonald, and Lonnie Gore, of Lawton, are patients in the Sanitarium this week. Coleman Jackson, of Staunton, Virginia, who was operated on March 30th, for appendicitis, is up again and will leave the Sanitarium this week for his home. Mrs. Ollie Smafls, of Union, is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Lucy Lewis, of Blaff St. The "Merry Makers" are enjoying their afternoon drives in Dr. Holly's new rig. The traveling exhibit of the West Virginia State League, which has been brought here at the expense of the Summers County Anti-Tuberculosis League is opened up to-day. The public is cordially invited to attend this exhibition free. It is to men and women, boys and girls of all ages and of all colors. It is a public affair and the public is urgently invited to take an interest in it. It is only through enlightenment and education that the spread of this disease can be stopped. During the week there will be meetings to which the public is invited and announce- BANCROFT Sunday Rev. P. P. Holland filled his appointment, both morning and evening by preaching two very interesting and instructive sermons. Mrs. Leonora Jones and Mr. John Reed, of Cedar Grove, were guests of their sister, last week, Mrs. Archie Mosely of Pdymouth. Rev. J. J. Turner, the State Sunday School Missionary stopped over a few hours in our town last Saturday en route to Point Pleasant. While here he visited the Missionary Society and gave an instructive talk on Mission work. Rev. P. P. Holland was also present and talked on the work. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Hare, of Winfield, the parents of Mrs. William Venable, together with many relative and friends, were called to her bedside last Friday on account of her serious illness. Mrs. C. W. Harris was somewhat indisposed last week. Elmer, the little son of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Reed, is spending some time with his grand-mother, at Cedar Grove. Mrs. Lee Prentis, of Raymond, spent a few hours in Bessey Monday the guest of her sister, Mrs. J. W. Jawwers. William Mickens, of Plymouth, who has been sick the past week, is able to be out again. Mr. and Mrs. Hale Dickerson entertained at dinner Sunday in honor of Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Jones, of Plymouth. Mrs. Martha Martin, of Charleston, was the Sunday guests of her sister, Mrs. Eliza Stevens, of Plymouth. Edward Hick was calling on friends in Plymouth, Sunday. Mrs. John Cyrus was sick last week, but is better at this writing. Mrs. Spencer Smith and Mrs. Homer Phillips, of Plymouth, were callers in Bancroft, Monday. The Women's Improvement League and the Ladies of the Missionary Society held a called meeting Monday afternoon to arrange for an entertainment to be had in the near future. The Missionary Society met Sunday at six o'clock. An excellent program was rendered by the following: Mrs. Hale Dickerson read a paper: "The Coming of the Kingdom, and what I am to do to bring it: Dr. M. T. Sinclair discussed 'How the Lord has led our race, and are we thank-ing 'Him.'" Mr. A. Jones talked at length on "Take a decided Stand." --- HINTON Miss A. B. Smithers, who is teaching at Lawton, spent Sunday at home. Miss Zeldia Anderson keeps quite ments of which will be made later ments of which will be made later. Tuesday night there will be a meeting at the Colored Baptist church, at which addresses will be made by Mr. Gillespy and Dr. Holley and others. The colored people are argently requested to attend this exhibit and to attend this meeting. On Tuesday afternoon between four and six the colored school children of the sixth, seventh and eighth grades will visit the exhibit in charge of their principal, Miss Louise Smithers, Their friends and parents, are also invited. The colored children are given an opportunity to compete for the prize as well as the other children. The greatest interest has been shown in this movement all through the city and every indication points to a successful exhibit week. Remember, everybody is invited—old and young; men and women; boys and girls; white and colored. Come and learn. PRIZE CONTEST. In connection with the Anti-Tuberculosis Exhibit which is to be held here next week, a Prize Essay Contest has been arranged to be participated in by the pupils of the public schools, upon the subject, "What I Learned at the Anti-Tuberculosis Exhibit." The pupils have been divided into four groups: group No. one, High School; group No. two, Seventh and Eighth Grades; group No. three, Fifth and Sixth Grades: group No. four, Third and Fourth Grades. The winner in each group will receive a five dollar prize. The prizes are offered by William Plumley, Jr., Hinton Department Co., and Dr. O. O. Cooper. The essays will be marked In such a manner that the judges will not know the names of any of the contestants until after a decision is made. This will insure absolute fairness. A prize of five dollars is offered by Dr. Cummings to the pupils in the Sixth, Seventh and Eighth Grades of the colored schools. The Principal of the Colored Schools will have charge of this contest and the pupils wishing to compete will see her for information concerning it. PRATT. Mrs. Geo Washington, who was visiting her daughter, Mrs. Bessie Cyrus, last week, returned home Sunday. Miss Julia Francis was calling on her friends at Hugheson, Sunday. Jacob Washington was called to Boomer Monday on business. Mrs. Lon Hancock was a visitor THE ADVOCATE Miss Viney Ellis, of Holley Grove, was the guest of her sister, Miss Jemina, Friday. Henry Brown, of Boomer, is visiting his mother, Mrs. Mack McGlane Bng m. Holmes, Mrs. Mack McCure Mrs. P. W. Holmes delightfully entertained Thos. Williams and daughter, Miss Minnie, and Thomas M. Holmes, of Handley, Sunday. Mrs. Lewis Green, of Hansford, was a business visitor last Tuesday Mrs. Tilford Burke, of Huntington came over on a shopping expedition Friday. WINIFREDE K. P. Allen spent Saturday and Sunday at his home in St. Albans. J. D. Wiseman spent a few days in Montgomery on business the latter part of the week. Mrs. F. L. Chapman and daughter, Miss Willie, spent the week at Raymond City visiting relatives. Miss. May Shelton is spending a few weeks on Cabin Creek visiting friends. Rev. Newsome passed here Sunday enroute to Cedar Grove. He preached a very interesting sermon for us in the morning. MONTGOMERY P. H. Hays, was a visitor to Charleston, Sunday. Mrs. Warner Brown is reported slick. O. T. Wilkerson, has returned from a business visit to Charleston. Hon. James Ellis, of Oak Hill, was in town last week the guest of J. E. Noel. M. H. Hill, of Mt. Carbon, was in town Monday. Edward Hardy is arranging for a Musical and Literary Program Monday night for the Sunday School. The Ladies' Aid of the M. E. church held a very successful meeting with Mrs. Rachel W. Brown Tuesday afternoon. The next meeting will be held with Mrs. Charles Lemons. The Ladies' Aid has done good work last year, having raised for all purposes $95.00. Rev. 12. C. Page filled his regular appointment in West Charleston Sunday. Mrs. George Jackson and daughters, Misses Page and Lizzie, Mrs Gabe Lawrence, Mrs. and Mrs. William Wicks and daughter, Miss Sheldon, of Donwood, were the Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Ralley RAYMOND CITY Mrs. Florence Chapman and daughter, Miss Willie, have returned home after spending some time here with relatives. Rev. J. J. Turner, of Mt. Carbon, preached an interesting sermon Friday night. Rev. P. P. Holland spent Friday evening here. Wm. Walker, C. E. Saunders and H. B. Good spent Saturday night in Charleston and returned Sunday afternoon. Rev. A. Massie preached an able sermon at the Mt. Hermon church Sunday night. Mrs. Emma Prentiss made a flying trip to Black Betsy Monday morning. HOLDEN Wim, Smith and Mrs. J. D. Johnson made a business trip to Huntington last week. The people of Holden celebrated the 9th. The boys played an interesting game of ball in the afternoon after which they marched to the hall where they had speaking. Refreshments were served after speaking. The march led by the Holden Band. A number of out of town people was with us Saturday. Thomas Coleman and wife have returned from North Carolina, accompanied by his sister. Miss Baily. ANSTED The Ladies' Missionary Society of the Mt. Chapel Baptist church gave an interesting program Sunday night. It was as follows: Talk *on* Missionary Work—Rev. L. Freeman. Recitation ..... Mary Goen Declaration ..... Edna Steward Recitation V ..... Henrietta Clayton Solo ..... Mrs. Sarah Goen Paper ..... Mrs. N. E. Clay Music ..... Mattie B. Freeman ... The dwelling of Fred Ledville was totally destroyed by fire Sunday. The fire originated from a defective flue. The ninth of April was celebrated with the usual pomp and splendor. Many people participated. The church here is being renovated. Mrs. Steward and Reed have been successful in soliciting money enough to purchase fence for the entire lot. Miss Erma Johnson will represent the Sunday School in the coming Sunday School Convention which convenes in Hinton, April 28-29. Miss Mary Lewis has returned from her home in Charlottesville, Va. where she spent the winter. Master Thos. Leverne Banks was made the recipient of a surprise box Wednesday from his cousin. Miss Bettie Johnson, of Washington, D.C. it contained many taings dear to a baby's heart for which he is very grateful. The young ladies and gentlemen are anticipating a nice time at the lawn party to be given Friday evening on the school grounds. PARKERSBURG. Rev. J. L. Evans, of Annapolis, Md., was in the city a few days visiting his daughter, Mrs. William Ferguson, on Eight Street. Rev. Beck and wife, of Belpre, O., were in the city Sunday to attend the quarterly meeting at the Bethel A. M. E. Church. Mrs. Frances Custis is very sick at the residence of her son, Issac Custis, on Green St. Rev. William Toney made a business trip to Wheeling Saturday. An impressive funeral service of Pleasant Reeves, who departed this life Thursday morning, at his home on 5th St., after a short illness, was conducted at the Methodist Episcopal Church by Rev. C. A. Carroll Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. He was a member of Maceo Lodge No. 16, and G. U. O. of O. F., which turned out. Mr. Reeves was well known and was regarded as one of our most valuable citizens. He is survived by a wife, a daughter and numerous friends. Mrs. Wm. McClung is Improved after being ill for some time. Mr. Anna Ware, of Zanesville, O. was in the city Sunday to attend the funeral of Pleasant Reeves. Mrs. Frank Watson and Mrs Mike Lotterberry and daughter were in the city Sunday to attend the funeral of Pleasant Reeves. The concert given at the A. M. E. church of Belpre, Ohio, Thursday, April 14th, was interesting. A number of Parkersburg people were in attendance. The program was as follows: Invoction.....Rev. Beck Organ.....Mrs. Shellcroft Solo.....Waldo Lacey Recitation.....Miss Ary Singer Solo.....Miss Addie Brent Recitation.....Miss Lewis Solo.....Miss Grace Washington Violin Solo.....Zack McClung Recitation.....Wirt Jones Solo.....Edward Seams Paper.....H. D. Hazlewood Violin Solo.....Mrs. Jas. Hayes Music.....Orchestra Mrs. Allen, Miss Dessie Singer, Mrs Jas. Hayes. BUCKHANNON John Taylor, who was indisposed last week, is able to resume his work. Mrs. Malinda Green entertained the Willing Workers, Thursday afternoon. E. W. Jones, principal of Victoria Street School, spent Saturday and Sunday in Clarksburg. The Silver Leaf Club met with Miss Ingle Taylor. Friday night, at her home on Sedgwick street. Mrs. J. W. Mumford, and Miss Heath attended the closing exercises of the Meridan School Friday night. Mrs. Lula Davis, of Hevers, was the week-end guest of Mrs. Lula Stewart. Austin Jackson, of Wheeling, was the guest of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. Jackson a part of last week. While here Mr. Jackson organized a Scott Club. Mrs. Margaret Dieson entertained the Ladies' Aid Friday afternoon. A program was rendered, after which dainty refreshments were served by the hostess. M. J. Ricketts, and 'family left' f Tuesday for Richwood, where they will reside. MT. HOPE. The anniversary of the surrender of General Lee to Grant has heretofore been celebrated here the 9th of each April, but owing to the destruction of the town by fire three weeks ago no celebration of note was held. The Order of Red Men and Fishermen held festivals at the Halls at Macdonald day and night, otherwise the day was quietly spent, though very few of the race were at work. The Mt. Hope Band, which lost not slightly during the fire, rendered some choice selections during the day. Train loads of building material are being shipped here daily, and ere the autumn leaves have fallen a new Mt. Hope with increased energy and vigor will have arisen in the place of the once prosperous town Rev. S. R. Hughes, Presiding Elder Staunton District, held Quarterly meeting at M. E. Church Saturday and Sunday. He preached while here, two able sermons. Mrs. Barbara Rose, of Charleston, visited relatives at Kilsyth Saturday. Lusian Woods, an old resident of the West Side, lost his mind April 1, and is at present at Fayetteville awaiting commitment to the Asylum at Weston. Mrs. Hettie Redd was taken to Hansford Hospital Saturday in a serious condition. R. E. Hill, the popular book-keeper for H. A. Scott has been quite ill ever since the recent fire. Losing nearly all of his household goods and other personal interests and being overworked the day of the fire seemingly are the causes of his nervous break-down. He is improving slowly. Miss Janie Roberts, returned home this week from Lanark, where she taught this winter. BLUEFIELD. Schools were reopened on Wednesday, April 6, with a fair attendance. Dr. W. C. Mitchell, a graduate of the Dental Department of Walden University, has located here, and is doing splendid work. We predict for him a bright future in his chosen profession. Dr. C. Johnson and wife, of Pocahontas, Va., are registered at the Imperial Hotel this week. A large crowd of Bluefielders witnessed the baptizing at Eckman Sunday. Mrs. M. T. Whittico passed through on April 5 en route to Martinsville, where she was called on account of the lines of her mother. The public school ball tossers have organized for the season. Henry Wifisilker, '10, was elected captain. They have arranged a series of practice games with the "Coca Colas", the first game of which was lost by a score of 9 to 0. They are rejoicing that they were able to hold the heavy hitting coca colas to that score. Jas, Lester Cousins, a pupil of Miss Viney's room in the public school, is now very ill with typhoid at his home on Bland street. Miss Sara Hunter, of Roanoke, Va., is visiting her cousin, Mrs. John Tines, on Jones street. Dr. J. C. Sherrill was a welcome visitor at the public school Monday. Dr. Sherrill spent several years as Missionary to Africa and promised to come again soon and give the children a talk on his experience there. Mrs. H. T. Armistead, of Yadkin street, is critically ill at this writing. Martin Tines was injured at the N. & W. shops but will be able to be out in a few days. The St. Lukes Brotherhood of the Raleigh St. M. E. church was addressed Sunday afternoon by Dr. W. C. Mitchell. An interesting program was rendered after white refreshments were served in the basement of the church. Mrs. Richard Watkins spent Saturday and Sunday in Gary. Prof. Carter, of Martinsville, Va. is canvassing the city with a fine line of books, and is having much success. Questions CONTINUED FROM PAGE ONE. Couple of Samples. "A few days ago a Negro Census Supervisor was about to be appointed for the First Kentucky District, which is represented by Ollie James. The Congressman pointed out the mistake and the certain menace to the peace of the district and the harm to the service in terms so clear and forceful that the Census Bureau was impelled to find a white man for the office. In Alabama Booker Washington's powerful influence at the White House, which developed early is the Roosevelt administration, while less openly has none the less insidiously been exerted as a factor with the Taft administration. A Census Supervisor was appointed in Alabama with his hearty indorsement, and, it is believed, because of his indorsement more than for any other reason, the appointment not having been the choice of any considerable part of the people, the great majority of whom asked for another appointment. The Alabama white people here from that State, have never had any complaint to make of the blazoned ambition of Booker Washington to educate his race among practical lines, but they can see only mischief in the cunning he has displayed in his endeavors to inspire them to go after offices and positions which, in the nature of the circumstances and the times, only white men hold." Booker's Plans. Within the radius of Booker Washington's influence and teach- OUR DISPLAY OF EYE EXAMINATION FREE. Ernst Jeweler & Mfg. Optician Cor. Virginia St. and Arcade Charleston, W. Va. For Sale Houses and Lots Water, Shade Trees on residence lots. For Terms Address J. E. Adams Princeton, W. Va. Box 81. ings Negroes are asking for and getting positions as rural mail carriers, postoffice positions in the towns and railway mail clerkships on roads where they and the white railway mail men have to sleep in the same quarters. It is claimed that this sort of thing, it is the colored educator's inspiration, will after a while get the Southern white people tolerably accustomed to seeing Negroes in responsible positions which are but definite forward steps for this Negro race toward equality they covet most. The Southern Representatives in Congress who happen by identity and environment to be closest to the Negro problem are extremely skeptical of the Taft administrator's purposes with respect to the Negro, and it is well worth attention that they confidently believe that former President Roosevelt has learned something important of the Negro, and inferior races of African descent since he left these shores, or he never would have made that sensational speech the other day. Iw Egypt." OF and Children's Ready-to- Millinery and Dress Fabrics Prices as usual the lowest that PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY THE ADVOCATE PUB. CO. The Advocate is entered in the Post-office at Charleston, W. Va., as second class matter. PRO OR ANTI-NEGRO, WHICH? The Washington discussion to the Advocate, setting forth the disclosure of southern congressional representatives with Mr. Thin's consiliary policy towards Negroes is a list of information which will not square with the editorial expressions which are appearing weekly in first one and then another Negro journal of influence and importance. The white south is reported to be taking unbrage at the proposed appointment of a Negro supervisor of the census in Kentucky, and is said to be piqued with Mr. Booker Washington at whose instigation, his alleged, Negroes are crowding into the Federal service as railway mail clerks. On the other hand, the Washington administration is being severely criticised by the Negro press for what is termed its anti-Negro attitude. The Crum incident; the removal of Rucker; for a white man; the Wilson; N. C., post office affair, and the gradual displacement of Negro federal officials throughout the South by whites are being cited to prove that Mr. Taft is attempting to build a "Lily White" party by eliminating the Negro. From the evidence thus far submitted, it would appear that the white south it has but little, if any ground for complaint against the President because of the race question. In his inaugural, he let it be known that he would appoint no Negroes to offices where their presence would be offensive to white patrons, and, by heck! he is surely keeping his word. Doubsters are respectfully referred to Vick, Cram, Rucker and others, some of whom had sired the government for years to its satisfaction and the satisfaction of the public, until Mr. Taft's induction into office. Then, the deluge. Conservatives of the race—federal employees excepted as being unduly influenced—advise a suspension of judgment, patience yet a little longer till the President shall have disposed of the problems of national importance which are before him. With these The Advocate joins, admitting that the situation at times seems to call for protests loud and long. It is indeed trying to see Negro Federal office-holders, being led, one after the other, to the block—especially trying in view of the smallness of their number—big still we say "keep cool and sweet." Nothing is to be gained now by an expenditure of energy. Former President Roosevelt's advice to "speak softly but carry a big stick" furnishes a guide which many who heterorize the list now might well follow. It would be well for these hier- cities to recall how they reaked and plunged at the moment of Mr. Reeve- vel's name on account of the Brownsville attack, and are now ready to eat sald out of his hand. They hailed as a saviour then the man whom they now characterize as a destroyer. Given time to reconcile the warring factions in the Congre- sillt they can fulfill their party's pledges, Mr Taft, let us wait and hope, will find places for Negroes representing voters, places of equal or greater importance and to the sam- lor larger number than these he took away from men whose usefulness to the party ended with the delivery of delegates at the national conventions. Peace, be still! A GOOD EXAMPLE The example of determination to secure an education furnished by that Untontown Negro boy might be emulated to their advantage by many others of his race who can find nothing better to do than hang around pool rooms and stand on street corners. But it were too much to hope that this element, even if it read the story of self-denial and sheer grit—which is not at all likely—would be influenced to a different milieu. It would, perhaps, make no change in their daily routine, if they knew that they are the procession by which their race's show is being judged, the display windows from which the world judges and determines upon the class of goods to be found within. Always on exhibition, they furnish the evidence upon which the whole race is adjudged shuffless, idle and unreliable. To the superficial observer, to those who ac cept or reject the nut by the taste of the shell, these loafers, these bodies of death, are the criteria, responsible for the world's unfavorable verdict upon a race. This Uniontown lad is an extreme case, he is overcoming odds which oppose but few and is, therefore, the more deserving of praise. A few more cases of such devotion to purpose would remove the dark brown taste which the sight of a gang of loafers leaves in one's mouth. (Not in strict accord with the rules of rhetoric, yet expressive). An observant friend tells the story of an attack upon the left bind leg of an elephant by an ant, whose hole in the ground was threatened by the pathiderm as it contentedly maneuched its mid-day meal. The reports that "the elephant just kept on eating, evidently unaware of what was going on in the rear." A gentleman of Chicago and another down in Atlanta are reported to have made three assaults upon Brooks Washington. See the point? CYRUS AGAIN. 1. it is not because we have forgotten Mr. Cyrus Fields Adams that his name has not appeared in these columns for several weeks. It would not have been chivalrous while he was sick to call attention to the number of years he has been Assistant Registrar of the Treasurer, yet and still, again "we ask to know", the crisis having passed in his illness and no relapse being possible, has Mr. Adams a life-long lease on that job? The favorable committee reports on the Negro Semi-Centeanial Commission bill and the bill for the reimbursement of the depositors of the Freedmen's bank should prove a crumb of comfort to the Jeremiahs of the race. It is not often the average Negro editor can afford the luxury of a Pullman since passes were abolished. Yet he will rejoice to hear that the sleeping car accommodations, especially upper berths will be reduced considerably. Having closed a very successful Teachers' Popularity contest, The Advocate will spring another sensation, in the near future. Watch for it but don't worry, sweet reader. It will not be a contest. A Peoria preacher has resigned to become a baseball umpire. Having taken precautions for saying his soul, he probably believes he can afford to risk his life. A strange feature of these many national organizations perfected in Chicago is their personald. They all seem to be composed of the same persons. The Speaker need not be a member of the House. And even when he is a member he may sometimes feel like a stranger. People got tired of asking, "What is a Democrat?" long ago, and now they are asking, What is a Republican?" Where are we at, anyhow? The "Black Cathet" is said to be losing sleep of nights wondering whose turn it will be next to walk the plank. But it will not be Cy. The political breath might be improved by a little of the milk of human kindness. After aapse of a dozen years, Coyotes is really remembering the Maine. NEW ENGLAND POSTMASTERS Boston, Mass., April 13. — Postmasters from all parts of New England are in attendance at the semi-annual convention of the Postmasters' Association of New England, which met here today at the American House. The session was opened this morning by President John Duff, postmaster of New Bedford. Many interesting addresses were delivered and valuable papers read on various subjects of interest to postmasters. The convention will close with a banquet at the American House this evening. MONUMENT TO HENRY CLAY Lexington, Ky., April 12.—The 133rd anniversary of the birth of Henry Clay, who was born in Virginia April 12, 1777, witnessed the completion and dedication of the new monument erected here in his memory to take the place of the memorial which was destroyed by lightning several years ago. The new monument was designed by Charles J. Mulligan of Chicago and depicts Clay in the period of greatest vitality, in the full strength of his oratorical powers, delivering a speech in Congress. The San Francisco team made seven runs on ten hills in five innings off "Young Cy" Young of the White Sox in a recent game. D) YOU want to learn to resilier old mirrors and make new ones? Pleasant easy work. Profit five dollars a day. Sample and particulars free. THE GROWN CO. 1432 S. 81, Washington, D. C. 1-27-3 m. Charleston Mrs. Stella Foy was hostess to a charming little party, Friday evening, at which her sister, Mrs. Carrie Crichlow, of Keystone, was honor guest, her other guests being Mr. and Mrs. T. B. Bush, Mr. and Mrs. Millard Eulan, Mrs. Robert Simpson, Miss Clayton, of Lynchburg, Miss Lillian and Bessie Taylor and Messas, Arthur Jackson, Henry Smith and Benjamin Taylor. Miss Anna Roche entertained the Carination Social Club at the home of Miss Cynthia Holmes, Quarrier St., last week. The club met this week in the parlor of Hotel Brown, at which time fitting remarks were made by Mrs. Annie Fulks Davis, Miss Blanche Jeffries, Mrs. M. A.arker, Mrs. H. B. Rice and F. C. Brown. Mrs. Ruth Robinson has returned to the city from a two months' visit to relatives at Parkersburg. Mr. and Mrs. H. T. Jones, Roanoke Va.; N. H. Moore, New York; Walter Howard, Clifton Forge; Mr. and Mrs. R. Davis, Mt. Carbon; Mr. and Mrs. I. Nowland, Carbondale; Mrs. F. W Bryant, Irtonon, O.; Mrs. Rosa Trent, Winona; Mrs. Mary Penick, Wakeford; O. L. Robinson, Page; Lee Johnson, Winifrede; J. H. King, Boomer; P. H. Kenney, Cumberland, Md.; W. E. Gillerson, Standard; Rev. I. V. Bryant, Huntington; Chas Brown, New York; R. D. Parsons, Huntington; Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Brouder, Montgomery; and J. S. Story, Wheeling, were registered at Hotel Brown last week. Mrs. Lillie Belle Johnson leaves Wednesday for Ronceverte. Mr. and G. P. Porter entertained at dinner, Sunday, Rev. Carroll and family. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Brouder entertained at heir home on Bullitt St. Monday evening, in honor of Miss Georgia E. Banks, of St. Albans. A very pleasant evening was spent, whist and music being features of the entertainment. At a late hour an elaborate lunchson was served by the hostess. Miss Bortha Payne and Miss Cordelia Wanzer attended the marriage of Miss Georgia Banks at St. Albans, Saturday evening. At Garnett school hall Friday evening at 8:30 Mrs. Lounsberry will speak to women on the subject of What Women Ought to Know. Mrs. Lounsberry is a dutent, forceful speaker and will bring a message which all women ought to hear. Rev. L. V. Bryant, pastor of the First Baptist church. Huntington, preached the sermon installing Rev. Reed as pastor of the First Baptist church of this city, Sunday morning. The services were continued throughout the day and concluded Monday evening with a banquet in the church basement. Welcome addresses in profusion were delivered on behalf of the various organizations of the church, of the professions, the schools, the city and the state. Mrs. Lily Brown, of Richmond, Va., is the guest of Dr. and Mrs. H. F. Gamble. While here she is taking treatment under Dr. Gamble. Mrs. C. H. James entertained the Women's Improvement League Friday evening at her home on Summers street. She was also hostess to the married Ladies' Whist Club Thursday afternoon. Edward Huffman died Monday at 1:00 A.M. after several months' illness with tuberculosis. He is survived by a wife, five children, and a brother. The funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at the Bapist church. The Baby Whist Club will meet with Miss Leota Hardy on Dixie St Thursday afternoon. Mrs. Katie Thompson, is improving after several weeks' illness with fever at her home on Mansford St. Miss Nellie Nash lett for Wheeling where she is to be married to George Ware. Miss Hattie Peters was the guest of Miss Aristes Johnson Wednesday. Miss Viola Dorsey, of Columbus, O. was in the city Wednesday. O., was in the city Wednesday. Mrs. Carrie Critchlow left Saturday for her home in Keystone after spending two weeks with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. H. James on Summers St. Miss Maude Viney entertained the Saturday Bridge Club Saturday afternoon at her home on Jacob street. Miss Ronda Wilson will be hostess Saturday. Rev. J. S. Carroll, pastor of Simpson M. E. church, was thrice greeted last Sunday by large congregations. Besides the regular morning and evening preaching hours Rev. Carroll preached at 3:30 p.m., a special sermon to the Provident Council of St. Lukes. All three sermons were well delivered and received. Mr. Carroll expresses great satisfaction in finding the church in such a flourishing condition. Rev. Carroll and family arrived in the city Friday and went directo to the parsonage where they received a warm reception from Misses Kate Watkins,Cora Green and Mrs. Mary Teal. After unloading the best part of the train dust and smoke they sat down to enjoy the splendid supper, prepared by the ladies. Pastor Carroll and family were tendered a reception at the church Tuesday evening, welcome addresses were made by representatives of the several church departments and by Profs. Boyd and Prillerman, representing the city schools and W. V. C. L., respectively, and T. G. Nutter. St. Paul A. M. E. Church, Court street Rev. R. R. Downs pastor The Ladies' Aid Club, for want of definite place, by appointment of the pastor, will hold its next meeting. Friday night, at the church. It is hoped that many visitors will help to make up the gathering, especially young men and ladies. All are made welcome. Thursday night week, April 21st, at the parsonage 417 Morris street, Mrs. Inla Lee promises an unusual social event in the new home of the pastor, for the benefit of the church. She will have on hand a bountiful supply of refreshments and a pleasant evening for all, corners is anticipated. Do not fail to come. The annual Bazaar or 'Fair Week' will be given by the Ladies' Aid Club, the last week in this month, April 25th-29th. The ladies have been preparing for this event for several weeks and propose having a successful outcome, if work and energy can accomplish that most desired end. Mrs. Muttie Moss has been elected as Chairman of the Program Committee to furnish suitable numbers each night for the entertainment of visitors. The general patronage of the friends of the church is solicited. The proceeds go to the church. A WORD WITH OUR FRIENDS We have just opened a first-class ice cream parlor at the People's Grocery store in the K. of P. Building, where you will receive the very best of service. Our cream is the best in the land, guaranteed to please you. Hours for Sunday: 4 p. m. to 11 p. m. We will be open every night during the week. W. H. Parker, Manager: 3-31-4t. Reads Like Fairy Tale DOES THE NEGRO YOUTH'S STRUGGLLE TO SECURE AN EDUCATION. Sleeps Four Hours And supports father, mother and sister, yet ranks among those standing at the head of his class. Will study medicine. Uniontows, Pa., April 13.—For downright grit and perseverance Frank P. Williams, who will graduate this spring from the Uniontown high school, is in a class by himself. The story of this young man's earliest pursuit of an education reads almost like a fairy tale and for heroism and pluck has few parallels. Williams is a colored youth of 20 years and lives at Leith. This year is his fourth year in High school. During all this time he has supported himself and his father, mother and sister, and kept up a regular attendance at school. Every day, except Sunday, has been a story of work, hard work, dominated by tireless energy and relentless stick to-it-iveness. Rising at 2 o'clock every morning Williams draws coke until 8 o'clock and then comes in from Leith to school. Many a morning he has come with the perspiration reeking from his brow just in time for the day's work here. After spending the day here he often remains over school hours, working in the labor- atory, and then goes homes where he attends to many duties of the home and studies until late in the evening. Often he has gone to bed at 12 o'clock to get up again at 2 and start another day's work. During the four years in High school, Williams has not averaged over four hours sleep. And yet with this all his standard of work, in school he never faltered and he has the proud record of an average of 81 for the last two years—an average much higher than many youths who hav- nothing to do but eat and sleep. Principal Scott, Prof. Wright and the teachers who have had Williams under instruction speak in highest terms of his wonderful work in and out of school and are taking a great interest in his case. Out of the seven possible exemptions from examinations during his career in high school, Williams has only missed two, an average of 85 being required to exempt one from examinations. He missed one exemption in his Freshman year and one last year. He is taking the general course and is in Miss Ella Peach's room. He expects to enter Howard University next fall and study medicine. Williams is of a sunny disposition, an indefatigable worker, a hard student and withdrawn thoroughly conscientious and his struggle speaks for itself. He is making a record to be proud of and is being watched with great interest by those who have been following his career. TEXAS LABOR CONFEDERATION Galveston, Tex., April 12.—Legislative action to restrict the sale of convict-made goods in Texas is one of the chief topics scheduled for discussion at the thirteenth annual convention begun here today by the State Federation of Labor. A representative attendance and a programme that calls for the consideration of numerous important questions combine to give promise of one of the most notable conventions every held by organized labor in Texas. Industrial Institution FOR TENNESSEE NEGROES WILL PROBABLY BE LOCATED AT NASHVILLE. $60,000.00 Assured County court unanimously agrees to aid the project with an appropriation which competitors must surpass or lose fight. Nashville, Tenn., April 13. — The people of Nashville are rejoicing over the fact that Davidson County has begun to co-operate for the establishment of the long-ago proposed and much hoped-for Negro normal Tuesday. April 5th, the county court appropriated $60,000 toward this laudable project. The matter has been under the consideration of a committee and it is highly gratifying to know that this committee was unanimous in its favorable report. The various interests of the Negroes were represented in the three speakers appointed to address the committee. Hon. J. C. Napier, the well-known attorney and prominent banker, spoke first in behalf of the legal and financial side of his people, saying in part, "We are willing always to help you in every way that will advance the citizenship of this country. We are always willing to help in the advancement of not only our own race but in that of the whites also, for just recently we helped to vote $300,000 bonds for Nashville's new high school for white children. We know it was not for our race, but we realized that every educated person was an added asset to any community, whether white or colored." The first speaker was followed by Ben Carr, the farmer-citizen and Henry Allen Boyd, of the National Baptist Publishing House, and each spoke briefly for the agricultural and commercial interests of the Negro, emphasizing the words of the senior speaker. "We want to go out in Davidson county and build you a Tuskegee." The members of the committee of the court all expressed their sentiments upon the subject in hand and being strongly convinced voted the $60,000. There will be about $110,000 to begin the erection of the Negro Normal, Agricultural and Industrial School. Since the state has appropriated during the past two years $35,000, and the Morrill Fund of the Federal Government will bring $15,-000 and the county has given $60,-000 the $110,000 seems a county The Negroes of the county appreciate the generosity and forethought of the county court and are formulating plans for a monster campaign, that will be state-wide in its grasp. Before a very large audience in the Meharry Auditorium, Dr. W. R. Lambth, secretary of the Board of Missions of the M. E. Church South Sunday morning, April 9, delivered the Baccalaureate sermon for the graduating class of Meharry College, taking the text, "Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you that you should go and bring forth fruit." Dr. Lambuth pointed out that the graduates should not leave college with the motive of professionalism alone to guide them but that they should be actuated by the true and uplifting motive of sacrifice and service to their race. Throughout, his sermon, was replete with the advice and optimism that abides. In beginning his sermon, Dr. Lambuth paid a high tribute to Walden University and its work; he also spoke words of tribute to Dr. Hubbard whose labors he said, God had blessed. On Thursday, the 14th at Ryman Auditorium the commencement exercises of Meharry Medical, Dental, and Pharmaceutical Departments were held. The graduating address was delivered by Rev. Dr. R. E. Jones, D. D., editor of the Southwestern Advocate. The class is one of the largest ever graduated from Meharry and its members will be located throughout the South. BISHOP GRAFTON 80 Fond du Lac, Wis., April 12. Bishop Grafton of this city, one of the best known Episcopal clergymen of America, reached his eighteenth birthday anniversary today. The Bishop was born in Boston and received much of his education in England. During the twenty years that he has been in charge of the Fond du Lac diocese he has been particularly active in educational work. AMERICAN ASSOCIATION Columbus, Ohio, April 13.—With bright prospects of a successful year the American Association starts its season today with Kana City playing at Minneapolis, Milwaukee at St Paul. Indianapolis at Toledo, Louisville at Columbus. The big-little minor league has scheduled a season of 168 games, with September 25 as the closing date. FOUNDER'S DAY Charlottesville, Va., April 13. The annual celebration of Founder's Day, in observance of the birthday anniversary of Thomas Jefferson, was brilliantly observed at the University of Virginia today. President Alderman presided over the exercises held in Cabell Hall and Senator Elihu Root, of New York, was one of the chief speakers. REDUCED PRICE on Mer Suits For Men and Ladies holding high grade, black and $30.00 and $27.50. 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Jones, L. L. B., President and W. Secretary, will do these things and make of its kind for colored people and its students. It provides a course in English, College and Business Courses. It will make a course especially for know and teach you privately and co from work, studying at home or when venient, and recite to us whenever you courses, payable at $3.00 per month. We furnish text books and there five years to finish and graduate you. We teach by Mail. If you know you. Send for catalog, or stop in our now. Box 2384 Office at Second Baptist Church, Thi Make Use of Spare Time? OUR KNOWLEDGE. TO INCREASE YOUR USEFULNESS. 3. TO INCREASE the things and more for you. people and is conducted by case in English, Theology, Law, Courts, prerely especially for you, of th privately and co nidentially and at home or who re you are cun whenever you get ready. $3 .000 per month, until that am books and there are no other graduate you. If you know how to read or stop in our office and get W. BISHOP J. Box 2384 Station G. St Church, Third Street, betw DONALD, N. C. ORER COLL Why Not Make Use of Your Spare Time? 1. TO INCREASE YOUR KNOWLEDGE. 2. TO INCREASE YOUR USEFULNESS. 3. TO INCREASE YOUR SALARY. The Afro-American School of Correspondence, incorporated, Thomas L. Jones, L. L. B., President and W. Bishop Johnson, D. D., L. F. D., Secretary, will do these things and more for you. It is the only school of its kind for colored people and is conducted by experienced educators. It provides a course in English, Theology, Law and Special Academic College and Business Course. It will make a course especially for you, of the things you need to know and teach you privately and co identifilily and you will lose no time from work, studying at home or who re you are employed, when it is convenient, and recite to us whenever you get ready. $50 00 will pay for our courses, payable at $3.00 per month, until that amount is paid. We furnish text books and there are no other charges. 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Knights of Pythias and members of the Court of Calanthe with certi- tificates of good standing in their respective lodges, are entitled to half the above rates. 00 per course of 21 Baths 50 per course of 10 Baths J. R. SMITH, Mgr. HOT SPRINGS, ARK. N. C. BRACKETT, Treasurer. GREAT REDUCTION SALE SOLOF BROTHERS 230 Capitol St. THURSDAY, APRIL 14, 1910 At The Nati POLITICAL AND SOCIAL AFFAIRS BY OUR SPECIAL Nation's REAL AFFAIRS GATHER OUR SPECIAL CORRESPOND Thompson's National News Bureau. Washington, D. C., April 13,—The "Gum-Shoe Club" is in charge of national 'politics' at this writing. Everybody has his best ear close to the ground, trying to catch whisper which will indicate "where he is at." "Well, what do you know," is the query that greets a fellow at every crossing where the "wise-guys" are accustomed to assemble and hold "sweet converse." Big men and little men are alike at sea, and, for the nonce, there is a truce in the whilom fractionlessness of the fractions There is sympathetic groping on the part of both the "regulars" and the "insurgents." A regular, to draw the fire of a superheated insurgent, will rush to the front this week and cut loose at full speed with a broadside in defense of the administration. An insurgent, a trifle more adventurous than his brethern, will pop up a shortly to center, which the fielder. THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA M. A. B. M. S. S. DR. D. EDWARD BELL. Eye specialist who will open offices in the K. of P. building May 11th. Dr. Bell comes to this city from Lynchburg, Va., where he was, in connection with public practice, specialist on the eye, ear, nose and ophthalmology and Otology of Chicago. Eye specialist who will open offices in the K. of P. building May 11th. Dr. Bell comes to this city from Lynchburg, Va., where he was, in connection with public practice, specialist on the eye, ear, nose and specialist who will open offi- the K. of P. building May 11th. all comes to this city from burg. Va., where he was, in tion with public practice, spe- on the eye, ear, nose and $1 LACE CURTAINS 39c ONE LOT OF ODDS AND ENDS IN LACE CUR- TAINS. 3 TO 3½ YARDS LONG. GREAT REDUCTION SALE PRICE 39c $1.50 WE HAD DRED S WAISTS LACE O FINE M GRI RE 25c TABLE DAMASK 19c. HIGHLY MERCERIZED TABLE LINEN, 64 IN. WIDE; ALSO RED. GREAT REDUCTION SALE PRICE 75c FLOWERS AT 18c. FOR YOUR SELECTION TWO TABLES FULL OF THEM. COME EARLY TO GET THE CREAM. 15c INDIAN LINON 7½ c. FINE SHEER LINON, 36 IN. WIDE, NOT MORE THAN 20 YARDS TO A CUSTOMER. GREAT REDUCTION SALE PRICE 7 1-2c S01 OLO SHEPPARD PLAID MATERIALS, REGULAR $4.00 AND 75c VALUES. GREAT REDUCTION SALE PRICE 43c yd --- however, loses in the sun. Alternat- ning turms at the bat by both sides seem to be productive of an abun- dance of errors, but no runs. The heavy-battlers seem to have lost their batting-eye; fleet runners are caught trying to steal bases; and the slickest sliders are snugged out after the hardest kind of an effort to beat a long throw to the home- plate. The national game seems to be at a stand-still. The papers, white and colored, are full of prognostications, speculations and sensational communications. Of gossip there is a plenty, but of facts, there is a famine. Indeed and in truth, "where are they at". The remnants of the disintegrating "Black Cabinet" meet here and there—usually in sections. Neither element knows what the other has in its hand—or more to the point—up its sleeve. Suspicion is thick Uhroat for the Virginia Theological Seminary and College. He is a graduate of the National Optical College of St. Louis, Mo., and of the Northern Illinois College of Ophthalmology and Otology of Chicago. $1.50 SOILED WAISTS WE HAVE A FEW HUNDRED SLIGHTLY SOILED WAISTS, TRIMMED IN LACE OR EMBROIDERY, FINE MATERIAL. EAT NO WO The amazing bargains we have so with thousands of dollars' worth of re- alize Cash. Never again will the ba- sales do not come often, and when the FRIDAY, A We have made extraordinary pre- will not be disappointed. Below you LOF NO WOMAN SHOULD FAIL TO COME The amazing bargains we have secured for this eagerly awaited event will prove the greatest sensation known in years. For weeks we have been planning this sale. Now we are ready with thousands of dollars' worth of merchandise that is ever offered at Sale Prices. We are compelled to raise Cash, simply overstocked, and are determined to slaughter merchandise to realize Cash. Never again will the buying public be so fortunate to get Bargains right in the heart of the season at July Prices. Take advantage of this golden opportunity; these reliable sales do not come often, and when they do, you must take advantage of them. This is so much different from the very-day sale that you read about. We have made extraordinary preparations for the sale and we will try to serve you in the spirit that this great affair is intended. Come and expect bargains in all Departments. You will not be disappointed. Below you will notice a few SPECIALS we will offer, and MANY MORE that this space will not permit mention of. $4.00 HEATHERBLOOM SKIRTS. RUSTLE LIKE SILK, LOOK LIKE IT, WEAR BETTER. GREAT REDUCTION SALE PRICE 59c 69c enough to be cut with a knife; no body is thoroughly stupped, and protestations of loyalty must be renewed every day, or the awful cry of "doserter" is apt to be raised and your name blue-pencilled. A visitor who comes to town is carefully inspected, to see if he has on his person any endorsements that may endanger the incumbency of the "faithful." Few pilgrimages are made to the White House, as President Taft has his hands full of Caucasian brother as high up the tree as the colored brother is finding ADVOCATE - FIFTEEN himself; but, if a telephone summons should come, the Negro leader is "Johnny on the spot," ready to face the situation with Spartan resignation—to continue to serve or to hike homeward, as the Powers will it. The Candidates are writing local friends for information; but, who has any of that precious commodity in stock. All agree, however, that if we but possess our souls in patience and wait we shall see what we shall see. Rév. J. G. Robinson, pastor of the Baker Street A. M. E. Church, Duvton, Ohio, and candidate for the legislative nomination in that district, is here to see the President, to talk over the Ohio situation and to try to "loosen things up a bit," in view of the pending election in the Buckeye State. Dr. Robinson may not be averse to accepting a right good federal berth himself, just to promote harmony and revive the spirits of the colored voters in the close districts of the State. Col. Henry Lincoln Johnson is in Atlanta, winding up his personal affairs, preparatory to assuming the office of Recorder of Deeds. He will return here about the 25th on April. His family will remain in Atlanta for the present. He will make his home with his old friend, Sam W. Harris, on M. street south-west, until he gets ready to go to housekeeping. Retiring Recorder John C. Dancy will take the lecture platform, and it is said he has already enough engagements booked to carry him nearly across the continent. A public testimonial, city-wide in scope; is talked of for Mr. Dancy, and his leavetaking from the office he so well-filled will be made an occasion broad enough to allow everyone a chance to pay their respects and voice their appreciation of his labors as a journalist., race leader, churchman and public official. W. D. Johnson, special agent of the General Land Office, in a communication to the Washington American last week, takes the New York Age to task for its alleged "in --- 75c SHEETS 47c. 72s90 SHEETS, FULLY WORTH 75c. T REI DOMAN SI we secured for this eagerly awaited event w of merchandise that is ever offered at Sal e buying public be so fortunate to get Bar a they do, you must take advantage of the APRIL 15, 8 preparations for the sale and we will try you will notice a few SPECIALS we will o BRO CHAR CHARLESTON, WEST VIRGINIA. GREAT REDUCTION SALE PRICE 12 1-2c 12½c LINEN CRASH 8½c LINEN CRASH TOWEL- ING. STEPHENS MAKE. CLOSE WEAVE and VERY DURABLE. GREAT REDUCTION SALE PRICE 8 1-2c BEAUTIFUL WAIST IN 15 DIFFERENT TERNS. REGULAR VALUES. surgency," and asks the Age some questions. Mr. Johnson is an editor of experience, and enjoys a personal acquaintance of nearly twenty years with President Tutt. He stands ready to defend the administration against allcomers and it is said that he may be given charge of the publicity end of the White House's relations with the colored people of the country. Register W. T. Vernon has returned from a long trip to the West, visiting his school, the Western University at Quindaro, Kausas, and spending some time with friends in Hopeka, and at his c'l house in Missouri, where his aged parents reside, the proud beneficiaries of his bounty. Dr. Vernon's trip was marred by the death of an uncle, to whose bedside he was called from Washington. Otherwise, he found conditions very satisfactory and reports unprecedented prosperity for his school, the presidency of which he retains. A monument to John Brown is to be erected on the campus, and Bishop Grant will collect subscriptions to that end. The people of Washington are watching with interest the outcome of the investigation now being conducted by the State Department, in which the government of Gautemala is a principal. It is alleged that two American Negroes were assaulted and wounded by the officer in command of the Panzos, Gautemala, March 23, while the officer was intoxicated, and were later thrown into prison, and friends were refused permission to dress their wounds. The United States Minister at Gautemala City has been instructed to insist upon prompt and adequate redress. The names of the Negroes are not given in the report made by the Minister to the State Department. The Washington Commercial Council, of which Architect John A. Lankford is president, will hold a public meeting next Tuesday evening at Metropolitan A. M. E. Church, in conjunction with the Bethel Literary and Historical Association, Rev. R. C. Ransom, of New York City, will deliver an address on "The Negro as a National Business Asset." Mrs. Lucy Blagburn will sing, and there will be other music. The meeting will be held in the Metropolitan A. M. E. Church and the attendance will undoubtedly be large. Ocea Taylor, one of the editors of the Washington American, a young man of brilliant intellectual attainments and a naturalborn newspaper man, has been designated by the Director of the Census to supply the journals of the race with information of value touching the census. The selection is a fitting one and the BUTTERFLY EFFECTS, WELL MADE, A NICE QUALITY OF LAWN. news furnished will be of great benefit to the papers and to the race. Dr. Frank V. Baechus, a progressive son of one of Virginia's best families, and who is serving with eminent satisfaction as assistant pharmacist at Freedmen's Hospital, achieved a personal triumph recently in passing successfully at Baltimore the examination prescribed by the State Board of Pharmacy of Maryland. Of the ten colored men who entered the examination, he was, the only one who met the required tests and secured a certificate. Of the forty whites in the contest, only twelve passed. The result is very gratifying to the friends of Dr. Baechus, as the standard set by the Maryland authorities is regarded as unusually high, and for even one Negro to be able to satisfy its demands is ample cause for rejoicing on the part of the entire race. It is rumored that Dr. Baechus intends to locate in Baltimore in the net distance future and open a first-class pharmaceutical establishment. He is a buhler and is bound to succeed. the departure of Southeard P. Warner for Behia, Brazil, where he is to serve as United States Consul, is a reminder that this important South American post has been associated very largely in the public mind with the Negro race. In 1897, President McKinley designated as consul at Bahia Dr. S. A. Ellbert, of Indianapolis, Ind., an old party leader. Dr. Ellbert was unable to pass the examination, and to place went to Dr. Henry W. Furniss, a brilliant young practicing physician, who had returned to Indianapolis after a very successful career in the departments at Washington and who had served as an interne at Freedmen's Hospital. Dr. Furniss made such a remarkable record at Bahia, building up to a phenomenal standard the commercial interchange between this country and northern Brazil, that when a vacancy occurred in the Haitian mission, President Rosevelt and Secretary of State Root decided that the wide-awake Indianian was entitled to the promotion. A few years ago the Bahian consulate was tendered to J. C. Napier, of Tennessee, but was declined, as Mr. Napier had large business interests at Nashville, and felt that he could be more useful to his people by remaining in this country than by going abroad. From a salary of $2,000, which Bahia paid at the time Dr. Furniss took hold the place now pays $4,000 per annum. Owing to precedent, Bahia is still regarded as a sort of a colored asset, and the prediction is salary of $2,000, which Bahia paid at the time Dr. Furniss took hold, the place now pays $4,000 per annum. Owing to precedent, Bahia is still regarded as a sort of a colored asset, and the prediction is freely made that the post will again be filled by a Negro some time in the future. TION FAIL TO in years. For weeks we have been plann- Cash, simply overstocked, and are determi- nt July Prices. Take advantage of this go- ne very-day sale that you read about. O TUESDAY, at affair is intended. Come and expect ba- e will not permit mention of. ERS VIRGINIA. REDUCTION PRICE GREAT REDUCTION SALE PRICE 16 1-2c 75c GIRLS ROMPERS 43c. ' GINGHAM ROMPERS. IN CHECK, PINK, LIGHT BLUE AND TAN, FAST COLORS. GREAT REDUCTION SALE PRICE 43c 25c NAINSOOK 161½ c YD. 40 IN. NAINSOOK, JUST THE THING FOR YOUR SUMMER DRESSES AND WAISTS. 25c VALUES. Richard C. Bundy, of Ohio, named by President C. Tatt as Secretary of Legation at Montvilla, Liberia, was confirmed by the Senate March 31. He will attend the school of instruction at the State Department here before proceeding to his station across the sea. It is expected that Mr. Bundy will prove to be a capable and efficient assistant to Minister Ernest Lyon, and is considered in the natural line of promotion for Minister in the event of a vacancy at the Liberian capital. Pishop W. H. Heard, of the A. M. E. Church, stationed at Monrovia, Liberia, West Africa, is spending some time in this country, making his headquarters at Grewstone Manse Philadelphia, where his wife resides. Mrs. Heard has not been in good health since her return from Africa, where she went at the time the Bishop assumed his duties at Monrovia. There is a persistent rumor afloat that, for divers and sundry reasons, the Episcopal committee of the connection may offer Bishop Heard a home district at the sitting of the next general conference in 1912. The Committee on Industrial Arts and Expositions of the House, has made a favorable report on the Taylor-Rodenberg resolution providing for the creation of a commission to inquire into the feasibility of holding a semi-centennial exposition of Negre progress in 1913. The bill will pass the House and then go to the Senate, where its favorable reception has been practically agreed upon. The measure was recommended by President Taft in his message to Congress and it has had the hearty support of every influential member of both Houses from the outset. The personnel of the Commission is still in the dark, but it is no doubted that the men chosen will be of the right caliber to give the subject the consideration its importance deserves. Andrew Carnegie John D. Rockefeller, Jr., Robert C. Ogden, John Wananaker, Congressmen Taylor and Rodenberg and others of that type have been mentioned, and Major R. R. Moten, Dr. K. L. Boyd, G. L. Knox, T. J. Calloway, Prof. E. L. Blackshear, Prof. R. R. Wright, J. C. Napler and Dr. Booker T. Washington are being discussed in this connection. For the secretaryship of the commission, if there is to be such an officer, it is said that a prominent newspaper man of Washington is under consideration. The Commission has in charge a weighty responsibility and it will approach the question at issue with great caution. The bill to reimburse the depositors of the Freedmen's Savings and Trust Company has been favorably 15c GAUZE VESTS 812c. LACE TRIMMED NECK, ARMS AND SLEEEVES, FINE RIBBED, 15c values. GREAT REDUCTION SALE PRICE 8 1-2c And the better the job, the better is your chance of improving your condition and getting ahead. The International Liberty Union of the World THE ILU will help you get a job if you haven't one, and will help you to a better job if you have one. whether you want what the I-L-U members are working for and getting Big Cash Benefits Family Protection Self Education Co-operative Buying Co-operative Selling Mutual Uplift This opportunity is open to every one without regard to sex, color or nationality, between the ages of fifteen and sixty years. Send ten cents for three months' subscription to our official magazine. THE UNION JOURNAL, andcirculars and full particulars of our offer will be sent you. Write Us Today I-L-U GRAND LODGE. 105 I-L-U Bld'g. Dayton, Ohio, U.S.A. reported to the Senate by the Committee on Education and Labor. The bill makes available $1,291,744.50, still due to 61,131 depositors in the bank, to be paid to them or their legal representatives. The money must be claimed within one year after the passage of the act. The bill also provides that it shall be unlawful for any person to directly or CONTINUED ON PAGE SIX. 20c LINON 12½ c. 36 IN. WHITE AND COLORED LINON, FOR SUITS AND DRESSES, 20c VALUE. GREAT REDUCTION SALE PRICE 12 1-2c ALE 15c MADRAS 9c. BLACK AND WHITE STRIPE, ALSO BLUE AND TAN, FOR SHIRT WAISTS OR DRESSES, SOFT MATERIAL. GREAT REDUCTION SALE PRICE $1.50 NIGHT GOWNS 98c. YOU MUST SEE THIS GARMENT TO APPRECIATE THE VALUES. YOU CAN TAKE OUR WORD. NONE BETTER AT $1.50. GREAT REDUCTION SALE PRICE 98c itol St. $1.50 BLACK TAFFETA 83c. WE TAKE SPECIAL PRIDE IN COMMENDING THIS QUALITY OF SILK. POSITIVELY WORTH $1.50. 83c The Independent A STAUNCH FRIEND OF THE NEGRO THE INDEPENDENT was founded in 1886 as a Weekly Magazine to secure the freedom of American clerics. In the sixty-two years that have followed, it has always been the friend and champion of the Negro Times. We have printed frequent articles from prominent Negroes and have always followed their activities and successes. This attitude has made us many thousand subscribers, but we have the courage to our own conviction. We feel we are publishing a Magazine that every Negro should read. SEND $1.00 FOR SIX MONTHS To acquaint you with the character and policy of THE INDEPENDENT, we shall be able to provide a six months subscription for one dollar. Our regular price is $2 a year. We believe that by reading The Independent you will realize our fair attitude and position. Reeuben, The Independent is an Illustrated Weekly Magazine, and that you will therefore receive 26 copies for about $1 cents each. Use this blank. Enclosed find One Dollar for which please send me THE IMPEETMENT every week for six Months. indirectly accept or receive from any depositor or his legal representative any compensation for any service either in procuring the passage of the act or in the collection or payment of the amount due. This proviso protects the innocent depositor from any unfair advantage which some unscrupulous attorney or loan shark might take of them, and guarantees that the money will reach the persons entitled to it. The original sum for which the bank was liable when it paid, leaving 25 per cent. to be paid out of the amount appropriated by this act. For many years these depositors have knocked in vain at the doors of Congress, but now it seems that their prayers are to be answered and the desired relief is in sight. For the achievement of this happy result, the race is indebted to Former Register Judson W. Lyons, Lawyer James H. Hayes and Rev. James L. White, who have labored early and late and made strong arguments that led to the endorsement of the President of the United States and convinced the Senate committee of the justice of their claims. The money thus allowed will be distributed among colored families in nearly every state in the Union. The fourth district quarterly meeting of the Women's Home and Foreign Missionary Society of the Washington District of the A. M. E. Zion church is to be held at John Wesley A. M. E. Zion church on Thursday, April 28. Mrs. Ida V. Smith, district president, will preside. Reports from all of the local societies will be heard. Prominent participants in the program will be Bishop J. W. Smith, Rev. J. A. S. Colo, of Baltimore, Miss Grace Thompson, of Arlington, Mrs. A. E. Washington, of Barrville, Miss Sarah J. Janifer, Mrs. Alice Marshall, Mrs. B. A. Ray, Mrs. Jennie Green and others. The officers of the District Society are, besides Mrs. Smith; Mrs. B. A. Ray, superintendent Buds of Promise; Miss Annie Brodgie; secretary; Mrs. H. W. Smith, corresponding secretary; Mrs. D. Owens, treasurer. The Washington Automobile and Sight-Seeing Company has purchased a garage at 31st and M streets (Georgetown) for $3,600. The building is a two-story brick, 4173 feet, and is well adapted to the purposes of the company. The location is advantageous and real estate dealers say the property is worth every cent of $5,000. A fine stock of autos will be kept on hand for rental; and a school for chauffeurs will be maintained. This is a calling which is bringing excellent returns to our young men of ability. Visitors to the city will find themselves independent of the sight-seeing cars downtown, owned by white companies too prejudiced to allow colored people to ride in them. The acquisition of this admirable garage reflects credit on the managerial skill of President J. W. Stockton, Treasurer W. R. Griffin and the secretary Mrs. S. M. Stockton. At the recent session of the Washington District Conference of the A. M. E. Zion church, Rev. M. L. Blalock, presiding, Rev. S. L. Corrothers, pastor of Galbraith Church of this city, was endorsed for the Bench of Fishops, to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Rev. M. R. Franklin, Rev. W. H. Ferguson was endorsed for general superintendent of the Christain Endeavor Union, and Rev. C. C. Alleye was the choice of the body for editor of the Star of Zion, Rev. Logan Johnson was endorsed for the position of general secretary and Miss Sarah J. Janifer for super- The Ind A STAUNCH FRIE THE INDEPENDENT was found zine to secure the freedom of years that have followed, it champion of the Negro Press from prominent Newspapers and ties and successes. This apt subscribers, but we have the We feel we are publishing a read. SEND $1.00 FOR To acquaint you with the DEPENDENT, we shall be asked for one dollar. Our reader that by reading this Issue attitude and position. Req. in trated Weekly Magazine, and 26 copies for about 10 cents. THE INDEPENDENT 130 FULTON STREET NEW YORK Enclosed find One Dollars Independent every week per vising—principal of the African mission schools. The fact that the resolution favoring Dr. Corrothers or Bishop was presented by Rev. V. A. Ray, heretotate regarded as a candidate for episcopal honors, is taken to mean that Dr. Ray is no longer in the race. It is believed that Dr. Corrothers will make a strong showing in the cones, at Charlotte, N. C. in 1912. Hereafter, the Mu-So-11 Club will hold its monthly meetings in the pacious triplicate parlors over earth's Northwest Cafe. General Henry Forrest, whose gifts in behalf of charity have made him known in Washington as the "Patron of the Poor," has added another link in his already extended chain of public benefactions in entertaining the children of "The Home for Friendless Girls." On Monday evening he surprised those orphan children by giving them an Easter party, dainty refreshments and candies, being served, while each child was presented with an Easter card and a new dress. A bust of Dr. Booker T. Washington was also presented to the Home by General Forrest. Another act well illustrative of General Forrest's character was the sumptuous dinner served by him to the nurses at the Freedmen's Hospital Nurses' Training School on Easter Monday at high noon. Without previous warning the nurses were invited to a dining hall elaborately decorated, where a table had been set for forty. At each plate was a handsomely-decorated box, enclosing a linen handkerchief for each nurse. Each box was accompanied by a beautiful bunch of flowers appropriate to the season and tied with a ribbon to match. In recognition of the General's generosity, he has received a letter of thanks from the Superintendent of Nurses, conveying the best wishes of the ladies who were the recipients of his hospitality. These annual dinners to the nurses are given in commemoration of the kindness shown by them when he was a patient there. His broad and Charitable spirit, so often extended, unaided and alone, to the worthy, might well be emulated by those far more fortunate than he in the posses sion of this world's goods. Word comes from Pensacola, Florida, that the Negro State Business League of that progressive commonwealth, headed by the indefatigable Editor M. M. Lewer, of the Florida Sentinel, who has been president of the organization since its inception several years ago, is to heet there the first week in July. Big preparations are being made to entertain the body in a large commensurate with its importance and usefulness. Large delegations from all sections of the "Flower State" will be in attendance, and the meeting promises to be the very best that has been so far. Dr. Booker T. Washington, by request of the executive committee, will be present and address the convention of the State League. Under the watchful care of President Lewey, the organization has grown to remarkable proportion, and in numerical strength and commercial influence, ranks with the best in the country. Editor Lewey operates one of the largest printing establishments in Florida, regardless of color, and his paper enjoys a national reputation. He is first vice president of the National Negro Association. Gen. Julian S. Carr, Durham, N.C., who was here last week to invite President Taft to be present at the laying of the cornerstone of the Auditorium for the National Religious Training School and Chautauqua at Durham paid a high compliment to the solderid work Dr. J. E. ependent BEND OF THE NEGRO In 1886 as a Weekly Magazine, Vanity Street. In the sixty-two has always been the friend and We have printed frequent articles have always followed their activist has been so many times and comprise of our own conviction, that every Negro should FOR SIX MONTHS character and policy of THE INDEPENDENT pio six months subscription price is six a year. We believe never you will realize our fair her. The Experience is an Illus- that you will therefore receive enough. Use this book. Regular Subscription Price $3,00 a Year For which please send me the first Months. Shepard is doing for the uplift of the Negro in the South, and gave it as his opinion that this institution will go farther than any other that he knows of toward educating the right kind of leaders for the race he says: "The Negro teachers and preachers touch the people of their race more closely than any other callings. Not only are they potential in elevating the young man morally and intellectually, but they exercise an immense political influence in the South and are primarily responsible for the way the Negro votes. This institution of Dr. Shepard's will make good citizens for the State of North Carolina, and the Southland by placing the true emphasis on character, fitness and usefulness—the prerequisites for good citizenship and political participation, no matter what the race again stated that the summer school will open promptly on July 5, and that reduced rates have been arranged for from all points. Particulars can be secured by writing him at Durham. Already sufficient names have been enrolled to guarantee a successful session. Hon. Frank Clark, representing the second Florida district in Congress, has received a well-signed petition from the Pensacola Negro Business League asking that he vote for the resolution providing for the appointment of a commission to consider the advisability of holding a semi-centennial exposition of the Negro's progress since emancipation. "We believe," says the petitioners, "that such an exposition would reflect creditably on the American mind the best side of the Negro's life, and that our white friends of Florida would equally share the credit of the success of the enterprise." The officers of the Pensacola Negro Business League are: Dr. C. W. Smith, president; A. M. Johnson, vice-president; Dr. S. W. Jefferson, secretary; and John Sunday, treasurer. The Commercial Club of Howard University held a well-attended meeting Monday in Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel, and stirred up the business spirit of the students and visitors to a high pitch. Mr. Allen E. Davis, principal of the Washington Business High School delivered an interesting and instructive address on "Commercialism." Supplementary speeches were made by Dr. W. Bruce Evans, principal of the Armstrong Technical High School, who is also in charge of the Colored Business High School, and by Architect John A. Lankford, president of the Washington Commercial Council, the leading business organization of the District among colored men. The armored cruiser, "Tacoma," has been ordered to proceed to the Liberian coast, to relieve the "Birmingham," which is already on the scene, assisting the Monrovian authorities in putting down the uprising of the Kroos, a tribe of natives who refuse to recognize the rule of the Barclay government, and are said to have the sympathy of England and other foreign powers in their mutinous course. Congress will not agree to the treaty proposed by Secretary Knox, but the belief among the friends of Liberia in this country that as soon as the financial arrangements are perfected for the benefit of the Liberian officials, quiet will be restored and the Kroos and all dissatisfied native tribesmen will fall in line with the parent republic. With American intervention, following the policies laid down by Commissioners Falkner, Scott and Sale, a great economic and industrial future lies in wait for the Liberian people. The Y. M. C. A. is making a fine star; on its campaign for the $50,000 necessary to complete and equip the magnificent home of the organization on 12th street. The sum of $35,000 has been promised, on condition that the Association raise $15,000. Secretary L. E. Johnson is getting his plans in working order and there is every reason to believe that on Thanksgiving Day—two years after the laying of the corner stone—the $100,000 structure can be dedicated, free from debt of any description. President Roosevelt delivered the cornerstone address; the dedicatory ceremonies will probably fall to President Taft. The institution does not lack for influential friends, and Secretary Johnson is keeping them in touch with him. The Easter "prom" of the Council of Upper Classmen of Howard University last Wednesday evening was one of the most brilliant social functions of the vernal period. Fair ladies were there, clad in raiment that Solomon never dreamed of, many of the toilette being rich and rare specimens of the art of the modistes of the minute. Washington boasts of no organization that presents a more gallant coterie of young men and they were on hand, doing the honors in characteristic Howard style. The Lyrie Orchestra, led by Prod. W. D. Giles, was on its best behavior and the selections "Our Wedding Day," the sexette from "Lucia." "Angel Eyes," and "Il Trovatore," were particularly fine. Odd Fellows Hall, where the "prom" was held, was a bower of beauty, and at the close it was unanimously voted that this year's affair was the most enjoyable of the series, which began seven years ago. The reception committee, to whose thirsty efforts the success of the aff affair was one, was made up of M. A. Morrison, chairman; W. C. Chase Jr., 1st vice-chairman; F. L. Higgins, 2nd vice-chairman; J. Clinton Ellis, floor manager. The election of officers for the Council of Upper Classmen for the new year was held Thursday night and resulted as follows: President, James Waters, Jr.; vice-president, S. E. Harris; secretary, C. E. Allen; treasurer, Charles H. Garvin; sergeant-at-arms, R. B. M. Wilson; chaplain, T. B. Livingstone. President W. J. Harvey, who before retiring from the chair, was given a rousing vote of thanks for his praise worthy administration, called attention to the ceremony of "Receiving the "Sophs," to be held at Andrew Rankin Memorial Chanel, Friday evening, April 15. At this unique function the annual address will be delivered by Dr. W. P. Thirkield, the popular president of Howard University. The formal presentation of the bronze lamps, given to Carnegie Library by the Upper Classmen, will be made. The lamps cost upwards of $100, and grace the colonial entrance of the handsome structure, which is to be the center of attraction on the campus. Dr. Booker T. Washington was in the city this week. He will be the guest of the City of Cleveland on the 15th, and information received here is to the effect that one of the biggest demonstrations of his career is being arranged in his honor. The Citizens' Committee, acting in conjunction with the local physicians for the entertainment of the National Medical Association, are holding profitable meetings and the guarantee fund is swelling. Items of Interest A hosiery mill, financed by colored men and operated by colored labor, will shortly open in Durham, N. C. Like a mill opened at Rocky Mount, N. C., some months ago, it has a capital of $50,000. T. W. Thursday is the president. The fourteenth annual session of the Alabama Medical, Dental and Pharmaceutical Association was held recently at Birmingham, Ala. The State Teachers' Association met at Birmingham, the same time. Moses White, one of the best known residents of Pensacola, died a few weeks ago, aged 74 years. He was worth about $50,000. The Charlotte News and Observer, a leading daily of North Carolina, advocates the appointment of colored policemen for the Negro districts in Charlotte. Rev. Dr. W. H. Weaver, formerly pastor of the Madison Street Presbyterian church, Baltimore, was formally installed as pastor of the Senate Avenue Presbyterian church, Indianapolis, Ind., several Sundays ago. E. T. Barbour, a well-known colored lawyer, of Oklahoma, has been elected a special judge in the courts of Canadian county, Okla. The recent decision of the Supreme Court of Georgia upholding the law against colored fraternal orders with names similar to those of white orders will be contested in the United States Supreme Court. Rev. Dr. Sutton E. Griggs, author of "Imperium in Imperio," "The Hindered Hand," "Pointing the Way," and other books, dealing with the race question, has been elected secretary of the educational board of the National Baptist Convention to succeed Rev. A. N. McEwen, deceased. Mr. Daniel Murray, in a recent letter to the Washington Star, suggests that Congress appoint a commission to make an inquiry into the conditions of the Negro. SPECIAL COMMUNICATIONS. From the office of the Most Worshipful Grand Master of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons of the State of West Virginia. To Whom These Presents Shall Come—Greeting: Each lodge under this Jurisdiction, Worshipful Masters and Wardens and Fellowcraftsmen: At our Thirty-first Annual Communication held at Clarksburg, West Virginia, on the 22, 23 and 24th days of June, 1999; remember, that you did elect, as your Most Worshipful Grand Treasurer, for the ensuing year, our honest, esteemed, trusted and greatly beloved brother, Fleet Potterfield or Charleston, Kanawha County, State of West Virginia. It now becomes my sad duty, as your Most Worshipful Grand Master, to inform you, that on the 16th day of March, 1910, it pleased God to pass our friend and brother into the Grand Lodge above. This Special Communication is to inform you that it is my will and pleasure that each lodge within this jurisdiction shall prepare suitable resolutions and condolences in memorium of his honest life and upright character as a master Mason. It is my will and pleasure that the same be entered in the Record of your lodge and a copy-be sent to the brothers and sisters of the deceased, in care of Washington Lodge, No. 6, A. F. and A. M., and that the Worshipful Master of said lodge shall turn the same over to the brothers and sisters of the deceased. I do hereby order that your lodge room be draped in mourning for the period of thirty days. And as a further token of respect to his felicity, integrity and zeal, that each BLUEFIELD COLORED INSTITUTE BLUEFIELD, WEST VIRGINIA Healthful location, the very best of school comforts, and excellent advantages in the way of Library, Laboratories, Student Societies and a strong earnest Faculty. Regular Normal and Academic Courses, also courses in Music, Sewing, Cooking and Laundering. FREE BOOKS TO NORMAL STUDENTS BOARD, FUEL, LIGHT AND FURNISHED ROOMS $8.00 PER MONTH. A Model Graded School in which Normal Graduates are given the necessary experience in teaching before beginning their regular work. For Further Information Address the Principal WEST VA. COLORED INSTITUTE INSTITUTE, WEST VIRGINIA The only Industrial Institute for colored Students in the State Regular Normal, Academic and Commercial Courses, also Regular Courses in Agriculture, Carpentry and House Building, Steam Fitting, Smithing, Cabinet Making, Painting and Glazing, Dressmaking, Laundering, Printing. A Complete Course in Military Training to Cadets Room's, Books, Fuel and Lights Free to Normal Students: and in addition Uniforms for State Students. We have a faculty of Twenty-two Teachers. Board only Eight Dollar a month. FOR CATALOGUE AND OTHER INFORMATION ADDRESS Byrd Prillerman, A. M. President (2) lodge within this jurisdiction shall on the First day of May, 1910, meet at its lodge room on church and hold memorial services in token of respect of the Late Most Worshipful Grand Treasurer, Fleet Porterfield. Given under my hand and Official Seal of the M. W. G. Lodge of A. F. & A. M., of the State of West Virginia, this 4th day of April 1910, A. L. 5910. Done at the City of Keystone, McDowell County, W. W. Virginia. M. W. G. M., Mason Luther Davis M. W. G. S., A. F. Straugher NORTH Kal Delegates and Millers who expect to attend the Basketball Sunday School convention at the Basketball will aid the local committee whose work assignments and insure their accommodation if they will not notice or insignify who has the matter and threat. The notification should be brought at once. A. P. Siraygallier. Chairman, Reception Committee, Hinton, West Virginia. Jesse Tannchill, the old Boston pitcher, has signed with the Minneapolis club. Manager Ryan of the Jersey City club has hired Warren Gill from the Chicago Americans. R. P. SIMMS A. COLORED IN INSTITUTE, WEST VIRGINIA National Institute for colored Stu- dal, Academic and Comm courses in Agriculture, Carp Fitting, Smithing, Cabine ing, Dressmaking, Laune Course in Military Trai Fuel and Lights Free to N Uniforms for State Stud ity-two Teachers. Board ROGUE AND OTHER INFORMATION man, A. M. President CLORED INSTITUTE WEST VIRGINIA for colored Students in the Academic and Commercial Co- ntriculture, Carpentry and Smithing, Cabinet Making, Making, Laundering, Pr Military Training to C ights Free to Normal Stu for State Students. We teachers. Board only Eig OTHER INFORMATION ADDRESS M. President Institute, West Virginia MY FAIRY-LAND (By Pharnelia Courtright.) Where arbutus trails the wood-land And the deer-tongue laurel grows. Where the hemlock bends and civers. city today. The chief conference is to arrive in respect to the conditions of labor in cotton mills. In the winter when it snows; Where the limestone water gurgles From the fountain whence it flows, Where the blue trout dives and gambols. Backward oft my fancy goes. It is far among the mountains Mid the woods of oak and pine. Where a deer starts from his covert At a shadow in the shine. Where the air folk meet in conclave When the days are fair and fine. With its stillness yet unbroken, Is this fairy-land of mine. It is there for I remember Each blue line of distant peak: I remember all the trout pools And the shallows of the creek. What! Not gone my dreamland, That my fancies often seek? Not a reservoir that brooklet? Not a city by the creek? TEXTILE MEETING Memphis, Tennessee, April 12.—Pursuant to the call issued recently by Governor Patterson of Tennessee a three days' conference of representatives of the textile manufacturing plants and the labor organizations of the Cotton States was begun in this city today. The chief purpose of the conference is to arrive at some agreement in respect to the hours and conditions of labor in the Southern cotton mills. NEGLECTED HIS WARSHIP Portsmouth, N. H., April 13.—A court martial convened at the Portsmouth Navy Yard today for the trial of Commander Frank K. Hill, U. S. N., on charges growing out of the condition of his ship, the gunboat Marietta. Keen interest is manifested in the case, not only because of Commander Hill's excellent record as an officer, but because the charges are without precedent in the history of the navy. The only reason suggested for the alleged action of Commander Hill in allowing the Marietta to become "dirty" was that he had lost interest in the ship because he did not believe the command of the gunboat was commensurate with his rank. Malachi Kittredge has been engaged to manage the Elgin team in the new Northern Association. "Wings" Anderson, a Texas recruit, is showing some classy work with the Cincinnati Reds. "Kid" Gleason will be missed in Philadelphia this season. He has been in the National League twenty-two years.