McDowell Times

WELCH, W. VA., June 18.---Since the appointment of Hon. W. W. Whyte to the secretaryship of the Public Service Commission the loyal Republiaris are wondering whether his residence in the city of Charleston will necessitate his relinguishing the chairmanship of the McDowell County Republican Executive Committee. For 16 years Senator Whyte has been the recognized leader of the Republican party in West Virginia and he had led with ability; and uncommon crowned his efforts even to the extent of giving to the people of southern part of the state a great governor, the first in the history of the state to come from the N. & W. section of W. Va. and McDowell county in particular. Mr. White has rendered the G. O. P. poeman service and his appointment comes as a reward for work well done. Will it be necessary for him to give up the leadership which he has had so long and with such conspicuous success? is the question that is giving the Republicans of McDowell county concern just now. If so then, who will succeed him? Who can keep the present organization intact and bring those who have strayed away back into the fold? Who has the ability, the political astuteness and the confidence of the majority of the people of McDowell county regardless of race and past political affiliations to such an extent that he can keep the Republican party dominant, progressive and successful? Who is competent in every respect to deal successfully with the changed political condition? It is admitted on all sides that, conditions have changed, that the successful leader of today must be a man of intelligence, ability, honesty, fearlessness, common sense fortnight, who is absent with and the people in him. There are many people in McDowell county who think that C. C. Hale, mayor or Keystone, has all of the required qualifications and that if a successor to Hon. W. W. Whyte must be chosen, Hale is the man who stands head and shoulders above any other man in McDowell county in all that goes to make a successful leader. This subject is food for thought and the Republicans of McDowell county may soon have to deal with it. Agamiz said the American continent was the first created. When white men came here they found a red race, and there has been race questions ever since the struggle for supremacy began. Not once have the white people faced their race questions squarely. There have always been evasions and subterfuges and shading of meaning. It has grown into a habit. When we were exterminating the Indians we were uttering sham philanthropists. When we were putting aside other colors of men we were giving almost every reason except the true one—which was race prejudice. This is the real difficulty in the present dealings with Japan. At the bottom is the race question, and our statesmen are not bold enough to say so. The more Japan presses the point the clearer is the truth and the more reluctant are our diplomats to admit. How long can this go on? Bacon said: "Disminulation is but a faint kind of policy or wisdom; for it asketh a strong wit and a strong heart to know when to tell the truth and when to do it, therefore it is the weaker sort of politicians who are the greatest dissemblers." Japan's representatives appear to be alert and knowing men, and they no illusions. Our own representatives have character with knowledge of history and they are poor dissemblers. So it stands and so, according to phil史话, it will continue to stand for years to come. All of the fine language and nice distinctions of the most accomplished diplomacy can not change the fact. But being the newest nation in the oldest half of the world, we may eventually move forward to a larger verity. Philadelphia Ledge Olympia, Wash., June 12. --- A law which went into effect today makes murder in Washington no longer punishable with death. Capital punishment may be meted out only for treason, while one who takes the life of another will face life imprisonment. Other bills which become law today include an act providing for punishments for murder, an act prohibiting ing the anti-skipping statute, which never had been observed; and as not providing that the anti-alarm land ownership question be submitted to the vulture at the next general election in 1914. The land owning proposition is to be submitted to the voters in the form of a constitutional amendment. The lawleiching capital punishment also provides that murderers sentenced to life imprisonment may be pardoned at any time after the sentence has been begun. A bill providing that one sentenced to life for murder could not be pardoned until after twenty years had been served unless absolute innocence was established, failed of enactment at the last session of the legislature. The mother's pension act is intended to assist worthy mothers who are deviate. Women to be assisted by this law must be women whose husbands are dead, or are inmates of a penal institution, or incarne asylum, or who have been abandoned by their husbands for a period of more than a year, or are deviate because of the total disability of their husbands to support them. A GOOD RECORD Norfolk, Va.—Ile of Wight county, Va., having a population of 15,000, claims the record for law and order. No grand jury has been necessary for the consideration of criminal business thus far during the year 1913, and Judge B. D. White of the circuit court and today the county jail was empty and practically for rent. Civil business alone keeps the court alive. The above news item is going the rounds, and we make the following comment on the same: Ile of Wight county is what is known as one of the "black counties" of Virginia. According to the census of 1901 there were 7,416 whites in the county. As the Negro is generally looked upon and designated as the criminal factor in the state, surely the Negroes of Ile of Wight county can take to themselves large credit for being law abiding citizens. When you again consider what trifles constitute crime when done by a Negro, still greater is due the Negro of the county, and, again, when it is taken into consideration, that every officer in the county is white, and the nation wide knowledge of how the pity officers, magistrate, cancable and sheriff, prosecute Negroes and thus be scaled up to the collecting fees from Negroes, then indeed must the greatest credit be given the Isle of Wight Negro for their respect for law and order. And yet, there are other Negro counties in Virginia in which practically the same peaceable condition exists, the criminal courts finding but little to do and only here and there a Negro being haled into court for any serious crime. It is a fact also, that the great white Southwest is the criminal burden upon the state treasury and not the 40 Negro counties of the east.—St. Luke Herald. SUPREME COURT UP HOLDS JIM CROW TRAIN Washington, June 16. -- The entire Federal civil rights act of 1875, imposing criminal penalties for discrimination against Negroes, was declared void today by the U. S. Supreme Court. The Court held that because it was not applicable uniformly throughout the country it was entirely unconstitutional. The decision establishes the right of railroads to put Negroes in "Jim Crow" cars, separate from whites. The Court's decision was unanimous. It was read by Justice Vandeveren in a case wherein the Court ruled that interstate steamships are not liable for damages in compelling Negroes holding first-class tickets on their steamers to accept second-class accommodations. The Court held that the "civil rights act" of 1875 is not applicable to interstate commerce. GOV. TENER VETOES COL- ORED NATIONAL GUARD BILL Governor Tener, Republican, of Penn- ybannis, has vetoed the bill which re- ceally passed the Legislature providing for a colored company of National Guards. Thus a Republican governor of a great Republican state has gone on record against the Negro in the army. Governor Salver, Democrat of New York, re- ceally signed such a bill passed by a Democratic Legislature. Not only the National Guard bill but a Civil Rights law, which goes farther in guaranteeing the civil rights of all people regardless of race than any law ever passed by any state. It was the pleasure of the employees of the McDowell Times to handle $20,000 in good, real, spendable bank notes last week, bearing the seal of the U. S. Government and the signature of the Cashier and President of the First National Bank of Keystone. The notes as printed at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing and stamped at the U. S. Treasury Dept. comes in sheets of four notes and Mr. Bailey, the Cashier brought them to the Times office to be cut. J. Wesley Gray, cutter and pressman in the Times office did the cutting and not a single note stuck to his fingers. Quite a crowd of citizens came in the office when they learned that real money was being cut and gauded with longing eyes upon the thousands of dollars of "long green" as it passed under the knife. Many carried away strips of the margin as souvenirs. Mr. Bailey came and went through the streets of Keystone and during the hour spent in the Times office without guard. (New York Age.) New Orleans, La.-B. W. Green, who barely escaped lynching at the hands of white toughs in Florida several days ago, has given out the following statement in connection with the disgraceful incident: "I arrived home safely Wednesday night, after an unexpected and unusual experience with a Florida mob. While quietly occupying a seat in the Pullman on Sunday, May 18, the train conductor informed me that the sentiment in the day coach occupied by white people was opposed to my riding in the Pullman car and that he would advise that I take a seat in the day coach for colored people. While he admitted that I was clearly within my rights under the law, but in order to avoid trouble I could go in the day coach, if I so desired. I readily consented to take a seat in the day coach in order to avoid any trouble. "I paid extra fare for the drawing room from Jacksonville to New Orleans and felt myself secure as being entirely separate from the white passengers, without any need of being in their presence, as I kept the door closed at all times. To my surprise when the train arrived at River Junction, Fla., en route to this city, I was informed by the conductor of the sleeping car that expressions from some of the white persons at the depot at River Junction were decidedly against my occupying even the drawing room in the Pullman car. I then readily consented to abandon the drawing room and go into the day coach in order to avoid trouble. "Upon my arrival at De Funiak Springs, Fla., a large crowd of young white men and boys had gathered on the outside of the coach and were pointing to me while I sat in the day coach for colored passengers. Just before arriving at Milton, Fla. I was informed by some of the train crew that a mob was being formed for the purpose of taking me from the car although I was then in the day coach. "Upon my arrival at Milton, the crowd discovered me in the day, coach and some one claiming to have a warrant for my arrest caught bold of my hand and I went with him out of the coach and the train pulled out. A crowd of about 17 or 18 persons surrounded me with one large man on each side of me, holding each hand and accompanied me from the depot into the town where they carried me to the jail and interviewed me. After learning my name, residence and the position I occupied and the duties I was called upon to perform, the crowd seemed to become somewhat appeased and I was then placed in jail by the deputy sheriff, Mr. Martin. USED PULLMANS BEFORE. "The next morning I was carried before a justice of the peace and allowed to plead guilty to a misdemeanor and fined $25 and costs for violating the 'Jim Crow' law. "I wish to add that for the past five years I have traveled to and from Jacksonville, Fl., over this same road every year occupying Pullman births, or drawing room, without molestation on the part of any person and have frequently, while traveling, got off the train and greeted my friends and acquaintances and went back to the seat or drawing room in the Pullman car. The trouble seemed to have started when the train conductor inquired as to how I came in possession of the birth and when he was informed stated that he had been in change of trains over that road for the past 17 years and had never seen a collected person occupy space in the Pullman car." Governor Hatfield has issued a statement to the public in regard to the false report that was given currency through the press in respect to his action toward the senate investigating commission. The governor calls attention to the fact that he had not in any way antagonized the purpose of that body and shows that he has endeavored to co-operate with it in all things. The statement by the governor is plain, explicit and covers the ground completely. It follows: "I wish to call the attention of the public to the statements given out by representatives of the press, as to my action toward the Senate Investigating Committee, raised to investigate the condition in the Paint and Cabin Greek coal fields, relative to certain data in the way of evidence submitted to me by the Military Commission created February 10, 1913, under the administration of my predecessor, together with voluntary confessions made by certain people who were arrested and detained for a period of time, pending further investigations and settlements of the strike trouble. "I do not want to be relieved of any responsibilities that comes to my department under my administration as governor, but do not think it fair to myself or right for the public to get wrong impressions as to my position, nor should it be the intention of the press representatives to deliberately misrepresent my position, as seems to be the case in the daily papers of June 13th, relative to my declining to give certain information and records to the Senatorial Committee. I wired Senator Nathan Goff on May 20th, as follows: I shall be glad to place the Governor's Respiration Room at State Capitol at the disposal of the Senatorial Investigating Committee, and to extend them any and all service at my command in their investigation. Please communicate this information to the Committee." "On June 16th, I addressed a letter to the Senate Committee stating to them that I had certain papers which they had asked General Elliott for, and should be glad to comply with the request that they had made of General Elliott, but called their attention to certain facts and conditions. I quote from this letter, as follows: "Responding to your inquiry to obtain this data, I beg to advise that the information which your summons on Gem, Elliott calls for, is in my keeping, and I beg respectfully to say, that it is my desire to assist you in any way in my power in ascertaining the facts concerning the matters that you were appointed to investigate, and to lay before you any of the public records of this state in my possessian or under my control." "With respect to the investigation made by the military commission which came into office and the several confessions made showing the guilt of the confessors and implicating others, I have respectfully to suggest that it would not be conducive to the public welfare to make them public. As to the findings of the military commission I submit that it may well be doubted whether they are a public record. No recording of them has been made or will be. Not approved by me there was no result and the proceedings may be classed as a nullity. It has been my intention, and still is, when it may be done without danger of causing renewal of the disturbances to use the information contained in the report of the military commission and these confessions, for these confessions, for the purpose of procuring the indictment and trial of certain persons in the civil courts. "However, if your Honorable Committee shall insist upon this production by me of the papers aforesaid, it will be my pleasure to furnish them to you." "Representatives from my office have called the attention of the Press to these errors, which I feel are an injustice, and to use the mildest terms, are false and seem to be malicious on the part of the authors because they deny and knowledge of the information contained in the newspapers relative to these mis-statementbaying been sent out." "June 15th, 1913" NEGRO SHOOTS SELF AS NOB BURNS SHED Greenwood, Miss., June 14. - When a mob early today surrounded and set fire to a shed in which Jim Williams, a negro, took refuge, after a shooting scrape in which a negro servant of a white family was shot to death, Williams committed suicide by shooting himself. Before taking his own life the negro shot several times in the mob wounding one year. Albany, June 3.---When Gov. Sulzer today signed the bill permitting the establishment of a colored regiment of infantry in New York City as a part of the National Guard of the state he told friends he did so because of his principle that there should be no discrimination among citizens because of race, color or creed. Adjit-Gen. Henry De Witt Hamilton, Major Edward Schermerhorn, the governor's military secretary, and several other officers in the National Guard opposed the bill. The Governor said that Adjit-Gen. Hamilton had written to all of the Adjutant-Generals in the various states asking for their opinion on the bill. The replies, the governor declared, showed that some of the best organizations in the southern states were colored companies. Gov. Sulzer will tell Adjt.-Gen. Hamilton to muster in one company of N-groes at the end of the ninety day period specified in the bill, according to his present plans. Capt. Louis H. Jackson, a former Negro officer in the regular army, will be placed at the head of the company. More companies will be mustered in at intervals. Capt. Jackson was a member of the Negro regiment which stormed San Juan Hill. Afterward he served in the Philippines. Through examinations he rose to a capitaincy in the regular army. Gov. Sulzer believes him the equal of any white officer in the army. The bill creating the regiment was sent to Mayor Gaynor for action, but he returned it with a note stating that it was not a city bill in his judgment. Attorney General Carmody had previously ruled to this effect, but the governor said that he wanted to send the bill to him so that it could not be said hereafter that New York was not given an opportunity to pass upon it. ALL 2-CENT FARE LAWS ARE UPHELD ALL 2-CENT FARE LAWS ARE UPHELD Washington, June 16. Maximum rate laws of four states, Missouri, West Virginia, Oregon and Arkansas, were sustained today by the Supreme Court in a sweeping series of unanimous decisions, by Justice Hughes. Except as to a few railroads with small mileage in Missouri alone, the Court declared the laws are not confictory. The Court did not decide in the Kentucky rate case and adjourned until Oct. All its opinions reaffirmed the state's right principles laid down in the Minnesota cases. They constituted the most sweeping dominating defense of the states' rights doctrine since the Dred Scott slavery case. In brief, the court said: Missouri's two-cent passenger and freight laws valid to all but a few small railroads. Oregon's law creating a State Railroad Commission and reducing passenger and freight rates valid. Arkansas' two-cent fare and reduced freight laws constitutional. West Virginia's two-cent fare valid. SEES LOBBY FOR PROHIBITION IN EVERY CAPITAL Johnstown, Pa., June 16. --- Declaring that temperance and religions "bobby-ists" are organized in Washington and every state capitol to press prohibition and restrictive Sunday laws, Representative Bardholt, of Missouri, at a German day" celebration here today, made a plea for "personal liberty." Bardholt said the Webb bill, passed over President Taft's veto last winter, was the entering wedge to further legislation restricting individual liberty of action. He said Senators and Representatives voted for the Webb bill, knowing it was unconstitutional and praised Taft for vainly vetoing it. "When lawmakers will overthrow the Constitution for a popular fad, our liberties are in the greatest danger," said "Today we are told that, because one man in a hundred drinks to excess the other 90 must be deprived of their individual liberties. On the ground of religion people are deprived of their Sunday privileges. Soon we will be told by law how to dress, what to read, what church to worship at, what to eat and drink and to what schools we shall send our children. "Instead of being free men we will soon be slaves, fettered by sinks of un-American laws." WHITE MEN RAPE COLORED GIRL ON STREET CAR It is said that Cape May, N. J., was stirred to great excitement when it was stated that two white men, a street car mortorman and conductor, had raped a beautiful colored girl who was a passenger on their car alone through a rural district between Cape May City and Cape May Point. The victim was young Miss Hattie Majors, eighteen years old. She was entrusted home and there were arrests. passengers on the car when it left Cape May, but all had left the car before it passed the city limits, leaving her alone. When out at a lonely place the two men stopping their car, grabbed and threw her on a long seat and one held her while the other one overpowered and raped her. Justice Stevens, of the Small Cause court, held Richard Hess and Irwin Benstead for the September term of the criminal court. They had given the girl and her mother two ten dollar bills not to to self it, and Miss Majors' council presented them in evidence in the Justice's Court. MARTIAL LAW LIFTED IN THE COAL STRIKE ZONE Charleston, W. Va., June 12.—Military assistance to the civil authorities in insaining law and order on Paint and Calin Greeks was withdrawn tonight when upon order of Governor Hattfield the five militiamen who have been stationed at Paint Creek Junction were ordered to their home stations. They have been on duty since the latter part of May, when an order was issued modifying marital law to the extent that the civil courts would try all cases. The squad of militia has according to the governor merely assisted the civil authorities and martial law has not been enforced. The withdrawal of troops leaves the field entirely with the civil authorities. The visit of the senate sub-committee to the strike zone is not believed to have had anything to do with the withdrawal of troops, as the order was issued before the senate committee had decided to visit Paint Creek. The withdrawal of troops is considered sufficient to end martial law. When troops were withdrawn by Gov. Glascock last December no proclamation was issued restoring civil law and none was considered necessary by the governor who considered that martial law could not be enforced without troops. "NIGGERS BID IN THE FURNITURE OF ROOM 50" New York, June 13.—Other bidders were crowded out of the block today by negroes at the sale of the furniture of the Antoz House, when the equipment of room 50, for years occupied by Rooker Washington on his visits to the city, was put up for sale. Every article in the room was purchased by negroes at prices which were beyond the reach of their white competitors.—Kanawha Citizen. The above news item appeared in the Saturday issue of the Kanawha Citizen. We are surprised at the editor of a reputable paper, whose policy has usually been fair toward the Negroes permitting such a headline to appear in its columns. Unless a satisfactory explanation or an apology is made, every Negro in West Virginia and especially in Charleston should cease buying the Citizen. No self-respecting Negro with one ounce of race pride will give his support to a paper which refers to his race by such a term. Let us hear from you, editor Moses Donnally. Our hammers are ready. ELECT WOMAN PRESIDENT SOON SAYS SUFFRAGISTS With Illinois marked up as the latest state to grant them the right of suffrage, women now vote in ten out of the forty-eight states of the Union, the others being Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Kansas, Oregon, Utah, Washington and Wyoming. All of the states are in the West and, unless the East keeps up with the procession, the West will, in a few years, be holding the balance of power in the electoral college. The addition of Illinois to suffrage ranks adds 29 votes to those already controlled by women in the college PROCLAMATION OF THE GRAND CHANCELLOR OF THE GRAND LODGE, KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS OF THE STATE OF WEST VIRGINIA, JMRSDICTION OF N. A., S. A., E., A., A. AND A. Weston, W. Va. June 10, 1913 To the Grand Lodge Officers, District Deputy Grand Chancellors, Grand Representatives, Chancellor Commanders and Members of the Order of the Grand Jurisdiction of the State of West Virginia, Greeting: In keeping with the action of the Grand Lodge at its last Grand Session and in accordance with Article 2, Section 2, of the Grand Lodge Constitution, you are hereby notified that the Twenty first Annual Session of the Grand Lodge, Knights of Pythias, State of West Virginia, Jurisdiction of N. A., S. A., E., A., A., A., A. and A. is called to convene in the Castle Hall of Capital City Lodge No. 1 and West Virginia Lodge No. 60, at Charleston, July 29, 30, 31. August 1, 1913, for the transaction of such business as shall legally come before it. 1. Each Lodge is entitled to representation according to law. TARIFF BILL IS FRAMED In Interests of Millers and Big Meat Packers Washington, D. C., June 13.—The Democrats of the finance committee in the senate have determined to recommend an important change in the Wilson-Underwood tariff bill which furnishes a striking demonstration of the complete lack of principle underlying the whole bill. As the bill was reported to the house as it passed the Democratic caucus and as it passed the house, it provided for the admission of various foodstuffs, meat, flour, etc., free, while it levied a tax upon cattle, grain and the other raw materials of these foodstuffs. This, of course, produced a howl from the farmers and cattle raisers who charged that the bill was in the interest of the packers and millers. When the bill went to the senate, there was first a proposition to rectify this error by putting cattle and grain and other raw materials on the free list, as well as the finished product. This proposition was based upon an understandable principle of tariff making and there was legitimate arguments for it. For a time it looked as if the senate would adopt this principle, especially as it was reported that President Wilson would not oppose it. Now, however, the Democrats on the finance committee are reported to have agreed that meats, meat animals, grains and flour shall be admitted free only when the country of their origin gives free entry to similar American products. This will be effected by the adoption of countervailing provisions. In other words, a new principle, that of enforced reciprocity, is now proposed. What the outcome will be is, as Josh Billings used to say, "one o' them things no feller can find out." But it all serves to emphasize the fact that the Democrats are not attempting to proceed consistently upon any recognised principle of tariff making. 2. Each Lodge must send its PER CAPITA tax. Semi-Annual Report and Credentials of Representatives (each Representative to retain a copy of same) to the G, K of R, and S., C. W. Boyd, 927 Morris Street, Charleston, W. Va., NO LATER THAN THE 16TH DAY OF JULY so that said officer, in due time, may make his report to the Committee on Credentials and Returns, which Committee, in keeping with the law, must meet and complete its work on the day preceding the formal opening of the Grand Lodge. Failure on the part of any Lodge to comply with the above order or to pay any or all of its indebtedness, will be deemed sufficient cause to debar its representatives from participation in the proceedings of the Grand Body. 3. All Subordinate Lodge will please send in their Endowment Reports on the first day of July, in order that complete reports may be prepared for presentation to the Grand Lodge. 4. All Deputy Grand Chancellors are requested to forward their commissions, together with a detailed report of the work done by them during the current year, to this office not later than July 15th. 5. The Past Chancellor's Rank will be conferred upon all Past Chancellors desiring to receive it, providing, of course, and Past Chancellors are in possession of the proper credentials. The fee for the rank is $2,00 6. The brethren and sisters of Charleston are making elaborate preparations for the entertainment of all who may be in attendance upon the session. Bont acursions, picnics, troly rides, military displays, etc., are being arranged and the spacious ARMORY in which was recently held the Governor's inaugural ball has been secured for the closing entertainment on the evening of the last day. An opportunity will also be afforded one and all to see and visit the Starks Monument—the Monument erected by our Organization to the memory of our late leader whose name it bears. This splendid work of art, every Pythian in this Grand Domain should see and it is sincerely hoped that advantage of this opportunity to do so will be taken by all as also to bring together the greatest assembly of the brotherhood ever before witnessed in the history of the Order in the State. In order that you may make sure of comfortable quarters, it is suggested that notification of your intention to be present be sent to Sir Allen DeHonney, 1323 1-2 Lewis Street, Charleston, W. Va. 7. Since the two cent rate is in force on the B & O., no rates will be granted over that road. The N & W and C & O railroads have not yet indicated what rates, if any, will be given but as soon as we are informed of their intentions, the same will be given out to you. 8. 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Entered as Second Class Matter March 22, 1904, at the Post Office at Keystone W. Va., under act of Congress, March 3 1879. FRIDAY JUNF 20, 1913 ANOTHEE DRED SCOTT DECISION By the unanimous decision of the U.S. Supreme Court in the "Jim Crow" cases the highest court in the country has set its seal of approval upon Jim Crow cars and all other discriminatory laws enacted in many states against the Negro. Thus without dissent the Supreme Court has declared unconstitutional the civil rights law of 1875 and turned the Negroes of the country over to the will of the states. No longer can the Negro complain to the Federal courts because he is charged first class fare for second class accommodation, or because he is otherwise discriminated against on account of his color. He must fight his battle for manhood rights and equality before the law in the several states and as every person with an ounce of brain knows there are many states in which at least eight million Negroes live that they will have no more chance of winning than a snow ball has of remaining solid on the equator. We should bear in mind that this second "Dred Scott decision" was handed down by a court, the majority of whose members are Republicans. The last vestage of hope for the civil and political rights of the Negro in the South has been swept away. The contention of the South in 1860 has been established in 1913. State rights was not shot to pieces in the Wilderness, Vicksburg and Gettysburg. The noble heroes who perished in that grand struggle, died in vain, Douglass Garrison, Phillips, Sumner, Henderson, Chase, Stevens, Garfield and the great Lincoln, agitated, struggled, fought and died for naught. The South which lost in the great war has more than gained in politics. The "greatest court in the world" bows to her behest and trembles when she speaks. The Harlans are dead, the Forakers are retired. Where are the lovers of liberty? Where are the great champions of manhood rights? Where are the champions of the cause of the weak? Their voices are stilled; we hear them no more. Greed, graft and gain are sucking the life blood out of the once great American republic. Her statesmen are pigmies, her judges are weakling craven cowards. Her highest court is controlled by southern prjjudice and she barrs away the rights of fifteen million people for southern applause. There would be some hope for the country if there were one Harlan on the Bench to dissent, but he is gone to his reward. But if it is given to the dead to know of the acts of the living, John M. Harlan is this day restless and disturbed; he trembles for his country. Must the agitation of the quarter of a century previous to the Civil War be repented? Must the bloody battles of the war of Independence be fought again? Must devastation and destruction against swoop down upon this nation of hypocrites before she realizes that the black man WILL be free and enjoy equality with other men? God forbid, but patience and forbearance will not always be a virtue of the Negro race, the worm will turn, and a race of peace loving, mild tempered, good nstured patriots will be converted into wild eyed, blood thirsty anarchists, who will court extermination, preferring death to slavery and oppression. To the Nearoes we advise that in the states where you have the ballot, use it intelligently and to the interest of your race. In New York support a Subzer who signed the "civil rights bill" and gave you the National Guard. In West Viaginia, a Hattfield, who has always stood with you for your civil and political rights. In Pennsylvania, vote against a Tenor, who vetoed the "National Guard" bill, the only bill which passed the Legislature that meant anything to your race. Vote for congressmen and senators who will pledge themselves to enact laws which will make effective the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments to the Constitution of the U.S. Fight the battle of your race in your state keep the subject of human rights alive. preach it from the pulpit impress it upon the children on the road side, in the school house tell it in your lodges; wherever two or more assemble talk about your rights; get the people interested. There are white men with big broad hearts who will help fight your battles. The majority of the American people are fair; they will help and the Negro will win and get their dues. All men, even black men will be free and equal. THE INVESTIGATION Thus far the sub committee of the U. S. Senate investigating the Paint Creek and Cabin Creek strike situation has developed no facts to substantiate the sensational charges made in the Senate and through certain newspapers and magazines alleging pernage, interfering with postoffice, violating the constitutional rights of citizens by the state. In fact it has been clearly shown that most of the depredations were committed by the agitators, strikers and sympathizers. The lawlessness was started by them and kept up by them and the operators only acted in self defence. The governor only took charge with the militia when the county officers and the courts informed him that they were powerless to enforce the law, protect life and property. Both the miners and operators violated the laws and made what should have been a mild contention a bloody war. The agitators drove the miners to frenzy and the destruction of life and property resulted. The operators employed the Baldwin-Felts detectives to protect the lives of those who were willing and wanted to work and to guard their property which the strikers were destroying. We have no defence to make for the Baldwin guards because most of them are blood thirsty outlaws who will not balk at the commission of any crime, but it cannot be expected that college professors and humanitarians will accept jobs to go into mountains among an armed band of strikers to preserve order and protect life and property at the risk of their lives. As far as the charges are concerned no case has been made, but we believe that good will ultimately be the result of the committees efforts. GREAT, GRAND, NOBLE WEST VIBGINIA Today marks the Fiftieth An niversary of the state of W. Va. The people of the great mount tain state have a right to be proud and celebrate on this day, for out of travailand pain, during a great sectional struggle was West Virginia born. She tore asunder from the Mother State because she believed in union and freedom, and during the fifty years just closed grand and glorious has been the history of the proud state whose motto is "Montani, Semper Liberi." Wonderful has been the progres made by Weat Virginia in a half century, in national resourc ces, she is in the forefront; in manufactere, she is taking her placed among the leaders; in ed location she is in the forest, in liberty, she is second to none. Her people are happy and con- tented, they are enjoying the just reward of their labors and they are free. West Virginia is the frest state south of Mason and Dixon's line, and she is less wor- ried about the race question because she is fair and reasonable. All West Virginians, whether na- tive or adopted, join in praises and thanks and are filled with joy and gladness on this great day of jubilee. COOPER GAINING STRENGTH Every day we receive new reports of the cordial reception of the name of Hon. Edward Cooper of Bramwell for Congress to succeed Hon. James A. Hughes. From all over the district and from every race and class in the district these reports come. Beginning with our next issue we will publish some of the letters received by this paper endorsing Mr. Cooper. Go it boys; he itue right man for the place—there is none better in the state We are with you, Cooper, fair play, unity and victory. Proclamation (Continued from first page) 9. The Finance Committee will meet in the City of Charleston two days prior to the regular Grand Session. All bonded officers of the Grand Lodge, in compliance with the law, will therefor close their books not later than July 25th and immediately thereafter forward them with all papers, vouchers, bank books etc., necessary for the proper auditing of the same to the chairman of said committee, Sir E. L. Morton, K. of P. Bldg. Charleston, W. Va. 10 Your attention is also called to the Pythian Mutual Investment Association. This department of the Order is progressing nicely and we solicit for it your continued encouragement and support. It is one of the most promising business concerns extant and will one day command the attention and admiration of the state and nation. Each Lodge is earnestly urged to send its Representatives of the Grand Lodge instructed and prepared to take stock, and each Representative is earnestly revested to come prepared to subscribed and pay for one or more shares in person. The entire sea of the Grand Lodge will be held in the building we are now striving so hard to clear of debt and which, God being willing, and if let alone, we will yet present to you free of all incumbrances as surely as we did the HUNTINGTON BUILDING less than two short years ago. Let every Knight in the Grand Jurisdiction come and see this BUILDING and attend this MEETING, and we feel sure all will go away with a larger conception of who we are and what we are doing, and with a greater determination than ever before to give fall and hearty support to the cause we are espousing, and too, to stand firmly by us in our every efforts to pay our debts, build up the order and bring credit and honor to our Race. 11. Friday, August 1st, will be the gala day of the session. At 12 ockclok, noon the annual Pythian parade will occur, and it promises to be the largest and most imposing in the history of the tue Order. Indeed, the Gran Ll., Kruights of Pythias, State of West Virginia, has taken no steps backward this year. Its reputation for progress and achievement has been completely regrained, and it is absolutely certain will be sustained if those who come to the season this summer will come with the express purpose of working for its future good and greatness, and in that spirit of fraternity, peace and harmony, which alone insures success. Believing that you will and with a deep and abiding faith in the future of the Order, I am. Grand Chancellor Attest: C. W. BOYD, G. K. of R. & S. POGHAONTAS VA. NEWS M. E. Woods and family attended the marriage of Miss Atymes Hurt to John Poindexter at the home of the bride on Elkhorn on the eleventh. Editor Whittico was a business visitor in our town last week. Mrs. Lucy Brown, Mr. J. E. Adams, Mr. D. C. Johnson and Mr. U. S. G. Froe have gone to Newport News to attend the K. of P. Grand Lodge. Mrs. L. G. Woods entertained the bride and groom, Mr. and Mrs. John Poindexter of Elkhorn with dinner Sunday. All spent a delightful time and enjoyed the dinner very much. M. E. Woods entertained them Monday evenir. Quite a number were present. They were Misses Harris Harbor, Fannie Harris and Julia Hurt, Mrs. L. G. Wood; Messrs. Lorenzo Armstead, Earnet Jackson, Wm. Scales, U. A. Woods. Those from out of town were Miss Laura Knowlin of Elkhorn, Mrs. Walter Lemons of Gary and Mr. C. C. Clark of Boisvaline. Mr. U. A. Woods has recently purchased the beautiful dwelling house of Mr. Mulloboland on Church St. It is an eight room house and is well located. Rev. Minter preached for us Sunday morning and Rev. Stitz preached Sunday night. In Nov. 1911, there was organized in Grace Presbyterian Church, Martinsville Va., an adult bible class composed of men only. This class had its beginning with only a few men but at present it has grown to a membership of twenty-five men and a large number of these men meet every Sunday morning in the basement of the church for the study of the Sunday School lesson. The atthedance and the interest taken in the lesson are direct indications that the members of this class have their hearts in the work, and they are joining hand in hand as men, strong men for the furthering of the Master's work among men. On Sunday, June 1st, was the day set apart by the class for its anniversary day and that as day approached it seemed that everything was conducive to the brightness of the day. The class assembled on that morning with seventeen present and there was a great morning spent in the studying of the lesson. At three o'clock there was the anniversary sermon, preached by Rev. A. C. Davis, pastor of the Holmes Memorial Presbyterian Church, from John 8:31:32 using as his thought "The Result of continuing in His Word". There was a large and an attentive audience and by this great day the class itself has taken a new zeal for greater work and also this class did not only gain friends on this day but members. The writer wishes to commend the noble officers of this class for the work they have done and are doing, especially Mr. J. L. Hairston, president, Mr. George H Bassett, secretary and Mr. Jacob Hairston, Treasurer. The program was as follows: Music by the choir Scripture Reading Music by the choir Address, "Object of the Anniversary" by Mr. John L. Hairton, class pre- dent Partial report of class by Mr. Peter Ang lin. Remarks by Dr. D. O. Baldwin Remarks and introduction of the Speak by Rey. C. P. Watkins. by Rey. C. P. Watkins. Annual Sermon by J. A. Davis Solo by Miss Gertrude Jumper, acco The class wishes to avail itself of this opportunity of thanking the choir and its efficient leader, Mrs. O. P. Watking for the excellent music rendered. LEADS THEM ALL We publish below a letter from Mr. Henry White, Gary, W. Va., to Mr. W. H. Harris, Special Agent for the Pacific Mutual Life Insurance Company at Bluefield, W. Va. It affords us much pleasure to add our endorsement to that of Mr. White's The Pacific is the oldest and largest Accident and Health Company in America. They have been operating in this section for the past ten months and have written in nearly one thousand policy-holders. We are reliably informed that the Patific has paid its policy-holders in this section more than $700.00 in the last five months. Gary, W. Va. June 16, 1913 I am today in receipt of check from the Pacific Mutual Life Insurance Company for $120.00 in full settlement for my accident claim occurring March 6, 1943. This is the second claim which the Pacific Mutual Life Insurance Company has paid me within the last six months, and I take great pleasure in recommending your company to all who wish safe and reliable insurance. Thanking you for the promptness with which you have settled my claims and wishing you great success in your work for humanity, I am yours very truly, HENRY WHITE WILMORE NEWS WILMORE NEWS --- Mr. Johnnie Johnson is on the sick list. Maggie Scott of Prospect, Va., on visiting her sister, Mrs. Limmie Coles. William Spencer of Hensley visited his old friend in Wilmore Sunday. Messrs. Sam Scott, James Lord, Johnny Johnson visited the Hensley girls Sunday. Messrs. Oscar Lyer and Arthur Gee of Lavy are in Wilmore calling on an old friend. Mrs. James Johnson, who have on the sick list, is much improved. Glad to eee Mr. J, J. out again. James Johnson visited Big Sandy and heard an able sermon by the pastor, Rev R. W. H. Branch. McDOWELL COUNTY APPLIES FOR 150 STATE CONVICTS McDowell county has made a request to the board of control for 150 prisoners in the state penitentiary to work on the roads in that county. The request is made under the law recently enacted by the legislature. Chowna, "You Shall Hear How Pan-pukke-win" from S. Coleridge Taylor's Hiawatha Essay, "Negro Hospital, Their Possibilities by M. Louise Smoots. Essay, "Moral Earnestness" by Ida B. Mangrum. Biography "S. Coleridge Taylor" by Florida Scott Girl's Chorus "Mafd of the South" by N. Clark Smith Solo "Onaway, Awake Beloved!" from Taylor's Hiawatha by Dr. W. O. Franklin Address, "The American Frontier and Its Aftermath" by Prof O.G. Woodson, A. M., Ph. D., of M. St. High School, Washington, D. C. Chorus, "By the Shores of Gitche Gunec" from Taylor's Hiawatha Presentation of Diplomas and prizes Folk Song "Stea' Away" Benediction Musical Director: Prof. E. A. Viney Pianist: Miss Lavinia Norman CLASS ROLL May Viola Harris Mary Laura McGhse Florida Lucille Scott Sadie Sara Sprow Mary Louis Smoota Harry Madison Paynter Ida Belle Mangrum After the Commencement exercises a reception for the graduates was held in the K of P Hall. On Friday night the Alumni neld a reception for the graduates at the K. of P. Hall. ELKHORN AND ENNIS The residence of Mr. and Mrs Wm. Hurt was the scene of a beautiful wedding, Wednesday night June 11, when their daughter, Atymus Adeline, became the bride of Mr. John Poindexter. The ceremony was performed by Dr. R. H. McKoy, after which an elaborate supper was served. Both young people are well-known, the bride being a graduate of the Eukhorn Graded School, Class of '13. That they may live an happy and prosperous life is the wish of their many friends. The Woman's Baptist District Convention convened at Upland Baptist Church on Thursday and Friday, June 12-13. The services were interesting and well attended. Among the many visitors was Prof. J. M. Arter, president of the Hill Top Seminary and College, who delivered an excellent address. Miss Mary Noel, of Montgomery, was a pleasant visitor here last week. She is the Grand Lecturer of the Court of Calanthe and gave lectures at Upland and Crozer on Thursday and Friday nights. While here she is the guest of Miss Laura Nowlin. The Elkhorn base-ball team is still winning fame. Three cheers for the lucky boys. Mrs. Wash Mack and Chas. Price spent the week end in Graham, Va. We are glad to state that Mr. B D. Patterson is yet improving and hopes to be out soon. Miss Molly Toller, of Graham, Va., is our midst again. Mr. James H. Moorman was a business visitor to Northfork last week. Mr. C. Edward Thompson, of Co. H. 24th [infantry, Camp Stottenburg, Philippine Islands, won the medal in the markman epent recently held there. Mr. Thompson is a fo.mer resident of Crozer and enlisted in 1911. "THE GOLDEN JUBILEE" Words and Music by Albert Raw Albinger. Sing praises to West Virginia, the fairest of the fair; Let trumpets blast, and cannon roar, and music fill the air; Let breezes fan old glory all o'er the Mountain State. The "pride of this great nation," her birth to celebrate. choirs: Sing praise to West Virginia, the state we love so well; Let banners wave in glory, and the air with music swell. For two score years and ten have passed since eighteen sixty-three. And we celebrate in honor of our Golden Jubiles. CIRCUIT COURT: (Eighth J dictal Circuit) Counties of Mc Dowell, Mercer and Monroe. Hon. Isaiah C. Herndon, Judge Welch; W. Barbridge Payn Clark. Teams of Court Second Tues day in February June and Sep ember. Terms of Court Second Monday in January, April, July and October. COUNTY COURT: James E Jones President, Switchback. B F. Tipton, Northfork. Dr. R. K Bragonier, Keystone. Commissioners R B. Bernheim, clerk, Welch. Terms of Court. First Monday in January, April, August and October. License Term, first Monday in June. COUNTY OFFICERS: Sheriff, J F Johnson, Welch. Prosecuting Attorney F C Cook Assistant Pros. Attorney, G L Counts Clerk Circuit and Crim. Courts, Burbridge Pavne Clerk County Court, RB Bern- heim County Surveyor, w C Morgan Vivian Supt. Free Schools. W Cassius Cook, Kimball Assessor, C E Rusmisell County Road Engineer, w McClaren County Health Officer and cor- oner, Dr. J H McCulloch Commissioner School Lands, C E Rusmisell, McDowell Members House of Delegates, Geo. Wolfe and C. E. Harman. State Senators, Sixth Senatorial district (counties of McDowell, Mingo, wayne and wyoming) Jas A. Strother Welch; M Z. White, Williamson. Undertaking and Embalming Service by Sinkford and Warren at Northfork, C. H. Rice Agent. Sinkford and Warren undertakers and embalmers in the city of Bluefield are to be congratulated on the wise selection of Mr C. H. Rice of Northfork as their agent for the territory of Northfork and adjoining towns. Any time any one should unfortunately need the services of these gentlemen all you have to do is to notify C. H. Rice who is always "Johnny on the spot." He can be found by calling over any phone in Northfork and ask for C. H. Rice, A. for Sinkford & Warren, undertakers. They guarantee all services rendered to give satisfaction. 10 tf NOTICE Examinations for teachers' certificates will be held at Welch, McDowell county West Virginia on April 3-4, June 13-13 and July 31-August 1, 1913. Applicants from other counties must present a permit signed by the County Superintendent of their home county. Those coming from other states will be required to furnish proper references and testimonials to a reputation, character, etc., from some good responsible person. All applicants will enroll in the office of the County Superintendent at the Court House on the evening preceding the first day of the examination. Yours very truly, WILLIAM CASSIUS COOK Supt. of Schools J H Staples THE LEADING TONSORIAL ARTIST Well known, well liked and patronized by all the boys going, coming, or staying. The place to receive the best of service. Everything Antiseptic; police atention given to all customers. You find all modern up to date service with all kinds of electrical treatment of the face and head at Staples' Place 19 Norfolk Ave. ROANOKE, VIRGIN1A "Headquarters for the boys" Read the "Ads" White Oak Shoe Shop ELECTRICAL SHOE REPAIRING WHILE YOU WAIT Good work, reasonable prices, best of leather used, polite treatment. We call Rubber Heel, Heel Plates, Spur Stuffers, Shoe Laces, Buttons etc. Call and see us L. E. JOHNSON, Mgr. July 7, 1912, 3mos. MRS BELLE SMITH The woman who cooks good meals and feeds you well. LODGING ACCOMODATION the very best obtainable. Bluestone Jct., W. Va. SAXOPHONE ORGHESTRA Music furnished for Socials and Dances. The bast and greatest musical hits and harmonies. Terms Reasonable. Wire or write THADDEUS E. HARRIS Attorney and Counselor at Law Now located in the Whittico Bldg. on Upper Main St. Practicing in all the Courts of W. Va., Va. and O. Kesystcne, W. Va. "I Am Well" writes Mrs. L. R. Barker, of Bud, Ky., "and can do all my housework. For years I suffered with such pains, I could scarcely stand on my feet. After three different doctors had failed to help me, I gave Cardui a trial. Now, I feel like a new woman." 8.56 Take CARDUI The Woman's Tonic A woman's health depends so much upon her delicate organs, that the least trouble there affects her whole system. It is the little things that count, in a woman's life and health. If you suffer from any of the aches and pains, due to womanly weakness, take Cardui at once, and avoid more serious troubles. We urge you to try it. Begin today. THE SOCIAL LEADER helps to maintain her position in society through personal adornment, in which jewelry is very prominent feature. As a woman of intelligence and refined taste, she knows the force of its attraction, as all will view the display now offered at M. J. JOHNSTON'S, where diamonds, pearls, sapphires, amethysts, emeralds vie with each other in the magnificence of their splendor and artistic settings. M. J. JOHNSTON, The Jeweler Keystone, W. Va. 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E. Parson, Rev. L. E. Jonnson and Jim Mur phy are attending the Masonic convertion at Huntington this week. Prof. E. F. Cullen of the Asses sora oftice in Welch was in Key- stone Tuesday. _ Mrs. Tralia Bridgeford is still in Cleveland visiting her mother, ‘The Dr, ia beginning to show his lonesomeneas to his customers. | Mes. Mary McSwain Upper- man has gone to Pittsburg where her husband pastors a church. “W. H. Harris of the Pacific Mu- tual Life Insurance Co., was in Keystone Tuesday. Mrs. Ella Woods, who was op- erated on last week is doing nice ly at the Harrison Hospital. Miss Rosa B. Rridgeford, who bas been confined to her bed tor the past two weeks with ptomine poisoning is able to be out. Hill & Co, the popular and efficient tailors are now occupy ing the Lord building formerly occupied by the McDowell Times. ‘The Times is now published in the Whittico building across ‘he street from the old stand. Mrs. G.N Marshall and Miss Johnsie Lowrie were shopping in Bluefield Wednesday. Atty. Harry J. Capehart was admitted to practice before the bar of the Supreme Court of W. Va. last Saturday. Atty. A.G. Froe wasin Key stone and Northfork Tuesday looking after the interests of clients. Dr, Adams, the young dentist whois occupying a partof the office of Dr. Marshall is doing fine work fixing bad teeth for the people of Keystone and vicinity. Dr. Adams isan expert and is aiving entire satisfaction. Dan Cole, formeriy justice of the peace for Northtork District, was in the city Tuesday. Squire |Cole is as well and jovial as ever | J: A. Craggett has been con fined to his room on account of |illness for a few days. ‘The McDowell Times is now in ite new quarters with new ma chinery and can do all classes of printing, more promptly and as cheapas any one. Give us your work. Try an “ad’’in The Times, it will bring results. The Times is delivering the goods. let us de ver yours. Rev. W. H. Mitchel! was a cali er st this office Monday. The good preacher is looking very well after his trip to Virginia. The First National Bank of Keystone is doing a rushing busi ness. Open a bank account, save your money by depositing it with ‘the First National Bank of Key. ee Mr. Bailey, the cashier, jand bis assistant will treat you |cosrterely. SPECIAL SALE Saturday June 14 1500 Votes with Every 25c Purchase Lad‘es’ White Aprons, 16c Talcam Powder reduced from 25c to 15e Ladies’ Neckwear, reduced from 50c to from loc to 15¢ In Dry Goods Store : GLASSWARE : 25c in Grocery Store Keystone Supply Co. Hurrah! Hurrah! _ Hl BUILDING? CLEAR OF _ DBT This handsome stractare ts www ewaed sbeolately ene ease are tration of what cam be done by concentration of effort and united action 3 3 3 It ia indeed a splendid achievement, and should give new life, new hope and new inspiration to every Stockholder, and evory Member of the Order and the Race. : 2 ‘ : Let no one hesitate longer to subscribe for stock in this great corpuration—The Pythian Mateal Investment Association—for in due time it is gure to pay handsowe dividends co the moves TAKE STOCK RIGHT NOW pape! vale gab ny Speman td ry vimtemeade THE PYTHIAN MUTUAL INVESTMEN1 ASSOCIAT ION L. ©, WHLSOM, President, Westen, W. Vo. Dr.8, A. Viney, ot Northforke’ who recently “took unto himself 8 wife,” down in the “Old North State,” was a caller at the Times oftice Wednesday. Atty. Thad. E Harris who is located in the Whittico building is doing a rushing business these days. RECEPTION AT NORTHFORK. Théhome of Mr. and Mrs. James George of Northfork was the scene of a beautiful reception Friday evening, June 13, ic. hon- or of Dr. S. A. Viney and_ bride, who were married, Wedneaday, June 1th at the home of the bride in Raleigh, N.C. Guests arrived at-about 10 0’clock, and after introductions and congratu lations, enjoyed themselven with games and were intertainad with music by the Columbia Orches tis. At 12o0'clock a fine course sup- Per, consisting of all the delica cies of the season, was served t& the following persons: Dr, and Mrs. 8. A. Viney and sister, Mas. George; Dr. and Mrs. G N. Marshall, Dr. W. H.A. Bar rett. Dr. W. V. Bridgeford, Edi. tor Whittico, Hon. A. L. Calhoun and daughter, Miss Cla, Mr. and ‘Mrs. Chas. Flipping, Mr. and ‘Mrs. Jake Hartweli,, Mr. and ‘Mrs. D. T. Coles and’ daughter, Misses Johnsey Lowery and. A. M. Pogue, Messrs. 8. P. Reed and Paul Gray. Mrs. Jake Hart well and Mra. Mary Carr assist ed Mrs. George in serying her guests. MARTINSVILLE NEWS Mrs. Annie Belcher ie on the sick tint, Mra. Helle Fxtes keeps sick. Mr. Andrew Watson keepe sick. Mr. Mortimer Smith ix oa the sick Tit. Mre. Verna Sallivan of Danville, Va, is here visiting her grandmother, Mrs | Margeret France. Mimes Jewie and Mary Venick of Sw tera, Va., inhere visiting Rev. and Mre. Penwiek We were site surprined Saterday eve ing at reception given in honor of Mr. Samuel Saunders and Mia Anna ‘Praniy at hie home, &» learn thet it. wes an an announcement of their marriage which had taken place March 1, 191% at ‘Cambria. Va. Toe march was jilaye by Mr. 3Vina Baldwin. Mr. Seunders Was attencled by Mim Mary Lester; Mis» Pronty by Mr. T. W. Turner. | Rev Watkine read the announcement. Punct, Was served by Mies Hallie Kinley. the reginter wee attended to Mim Lena Orai set. They received many beautifal pre rum. They left on the four o'clock trate for their future home at Binefield We wish for them s bright snd happy fousre. We all were made to feel sad Sunday to hear of the death of Mrs. Julia Bates She was @ member of the A.M, Churel for nearly 45 years. She leaves three some and two daughters uo mourn their hom. Mr. Willie Clark i om the wick lint. Mrs. Hannah Walker, of Horse Pax tare, be wick ‘We regret to hear of Mr. Taylor Redd getting bart and hope lors speedy reeo- very. MRS. CAROLINE HELL PAS- PEACEFULLY AWAY nelle As Mans alt "praia ins nat ln ee a sep do : ; 00 AGENTSWANTED! ———EEEEE EEE ! American Workman Fraternal Insurance Oo. pays Sick, Accident ‘ fand Death Banedts. For farther particulars we or write DEV. | JORDAN, General Aawnt for West Virginia and Ky. Office, Room | 2and 4, K. of P. Baiiding d ‘ CHARLESTON, WEST VIRGINIA ieaineeliettlin etesinteaeammeemiad Aettam initia oe oe ieee ee ee ee _ Martineville, Va., June 18—After on fines of about six mouths, Mre Cero- Vine V. Hill pesed away at her home in Fast Martineville Wednesday evening. ‘Mre, Hill has been in bed health for a number of years bet was nat confined to her bed uatil about three months ago. Her iltnem was the result’of « form of heart disease from which she hes been Senfierer for years, Mre. Hill was the mother of nine chli- dren, six of whom survive her. Mre Car- M. Gravely, Jewie B. Hill, Annie ©. Haiston, James L.. of Bluefield, T.hd- ward Mf Keystone and John W. Hill of Atlanctic City, im addition she leaves one brother, LT. Harris, of Bluefield and four grand chiktren, Carvline V. Hill gave the best years of her life to the service of her children Alone for eyghteen years she struggled to make them ood citizens, devoted to them, she loved her home and sought to make conditions better for them. ‘Through sorrow, sickness and even in the very presence of desth, she was cheer fall and sought to soften the blow which was about <. fall upon her Jear beloved. Her whole life was devoted to others, the sick, suffering and troubled always found in her an helper, triend and com- forter. Having known sorrow and suf. fered, she sought to cheer and consol others. The homeless, bangry and or- phaned abe lodged, fed and cared for. The world, even her children, never knew:-from her lips how much she suf. fered. Often did she quote to her ehild- ‘ren veew from the Paalme:*'I was young, ‘now I am old * ** but I have never seen the righteous forsaken or their sed beg- ging bread’. Careline V. Hill is gone, whether to better world asshe believed or to a dream: lem sleep it meter not; Jorshe did well throughout her life; kind, gentle, good the faults of humanity she covered with # mantle of charity, true to every trust, she was faithful to the end. ‘She rests in peace and to her children and acquaintances her memory will ever hineiaien W S, Matern, — Propictor First Class Restaurant. See eae accom. Meals Served te Order and With Care. Near Wagoner’s S:10n Kimball, -- W. Nirginia --F.E BRYANT ? The only Registered Pharmacist in Anawalt ; HIS MOTTO: “Fresh Drags and Polite Accomodations” Drags Medicines, Toilet Articles, Sodas, Tobacco and Cigars Anawalt, W. Va. ; THE Harrison private Hosdital Cases Surgical and Medical Treated at Reasonable Rates. EFFICIENT STAFF Phone Excelsior Drug Company Kimball, West Va. BASE BALL OUTLOOK (By Manager Redd, of the Athletics) We are glad that so many are deman- ham ball and the people really want it. They must have it and shall have it. Sergeant Win. White has promised now that as svon as the coming casnival hes one, the grounds and seating capa- city shall be put in condition at once. In reply to an article in the McDowell ‘Times asking why the Redde fear the Girays, we, the Athletics, beg space in your valuable paper to expret ourselves on the matter and to let you and the pub- lie understand that, ass baseball tea, we are not afraid of the Grays or any other amateur team in this section and | the famous Grays will be patient we will give them the sane medicine that we did im 12. Let the play ball on the dia. inobd and not im the pool roome and uch places, Again we say that the Athletics will play in amature baseball any team in thin section or in the state Let the public and business people es- pecially support a base ball team as it custe money to play ball. MPS. Mary E. HIGKS tae we ee ee DEPUTY SHERIFF KILLED Madison Milan of Crumpler, Deputy Sheriff and one the most highly reepected citizius of McDowell county, wae killed by N. & W. pamenger train 7 between Keystone and Northfork Sunday aiter- Mr. Milan was walking down the east heonnd track when he heard freight train “6 approaching. He stepped off the east bound track t the west bound track and did not ree No. 7 coming around the curve, Lhe pilot bean of the pamenger engine struck the Deputy Sheriff on the forehead crushing hie ealp. He was knocked over the bank and killed instantly. Mr. Milan leaves a widow and several rele ves. Miners cw and Coke Men Can always find Steady work at Crystal Coal & Coke Co. On Crane Creek 923 When in Keystone, Stop at ; dhe Biluefront Aotel Five miutes walk from Ry. Station. With modern accommodation, where you can enjoy the pure air from the base of the mountain EVA ALLEN, Proprietress . MINNIE MUSE, Manager J.P. MARTIN'S HOTEL for Colored People First Class Accommodation POCAHONTAS, VIRGINIA A GOOD VERDICT Charles Smith was tried before Mayor C.0 Habe Tuesday night for using pro- fane language on the streets and it was proven that be wan guilty. : Mayor Hale fined him $109.00 and sentenced hin to pend thirty days in jail. "The verdict in this case should be s warning to others, who, without regard 10 the refined sensibilities of = decent pablic, #weas and ase al! manner of pro- fanity upon the streets A few more arrests and sentences of thin kind will make it powible for ladies te walk along the streets withont hearing foul-mouthed brates utter all manner of profanity. , —— NOTICE ‘Ty all organizations and sorieties of the Flat Top Beptist Amociation Take notice that the sanual gathering will be held with the Seott Street Bap tint Chareh at Binefield, W. Va, July 17-48, 1995. ‘The officers hope to make thie one ot the best years of the Amociation, #0 let each chorch do ite part in bringing m0 nies for the varioas cause. With beet wishes for all, we are Reepertiully yours, W. A. MITOHELI. Sinkfordt Warren UNDERTAKERS Special Attention to Orders From the Ooal Fields eas 459 RALEIGH STREET Bluefield, - West Virginia For Sale Fine first class, bran new, The Caskey System, forsale at the Old Miners Saloon, Good for 300 customers. Call and see it. ‘Bteve Lakacs FOR FINE WHISKIES, WINES, BRANDY, BEER, ALES TOBACCO, CIGARS, Etc., Etc. Cross the Bridge, West End of Clark. Northfork, W. Va pays to advertise in The McDowll Times, a circulation, completely covering two st FOR Fine Wines, Whiskies Bee 1 Cigars and Tobacco DOMESTIC AND IMPORTED CALL ON: P.C. PETERS MRS. L. B. HUNT Proprietress FIRST CLASS BOARDING & LODGING ACCOMMODATION Near Colored Methodist Church Only two minutes walk from station. NORTHFORK, W. VA. Beautiful sights, scenes and attractions, never before seen in Keystone "Rola Costa Fireworks WILL BE AN IMPORTANT DISPLAY Special trains from all points both East and West will take people to and from Keystone. The biggest and most up to date show ever brought to this city. Everybody will be here, Old and young, rich and poor, grizzily and gray, You cannot miss this high toned affair