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GOVERNOR HATFIELD'S IDEAS OF PARTY REORGANIZATION Would Guarantee Fairness in the Settlement of all Contenitions That May Arise in the Party Insure the Rule of the Majority and Give Every Voter of the Party a Full, Free and Fair Opportunity to Express His Own Wishes and Sentiments McDOWELL COUNTY OFFERS EXCELLENTOPPORTUNITIES TO THE LABORING MAN. vOLUME 11 GOVERNOR HATFIELD OF PARTY Would Guarantee the Settlement tions That in the Insure the Rule of the M Voter of the Party a Opportunity to M Wishes and A special National Convention to be held as early as possible. The re-adjustment of basis of representation in conventions, based on popular opinion, should be adopted to delegates to conventions in manner prescribed by law of each state, or under rules of State Committee. Settlement of contests in States where they regigate by arbitration methods. The elimination of the evil of proxy holders in National Committee. "The Republican party must be responsive to the will of the majority. This is the American spirit. Therein lies the only hope of success. It is the only solution of the present conditions. It is also the best plan of reorganization." This terse statement was made by governor Hatfield a few days ago before he left for Washington, where he had been invited to attend a meeting of the Republican National Committee. "The majority of the Republican voters of this nation stands for advanced principles of government, and the record of the Republican party in American history is symbolic of progress," said the Governor. "If we will place such safeguards in our national organization, through rules and regulations, as will protect us from abuse of constituted authority and make certain the fulfillment of the desire of the majority, we can bring the two factions of our party together under the same emblem and will again be united to battle against the old enemy, the Democratic party, which has gained temporary supremacy through the division of our political family," continued the Governor. "I am heartily in favor of the plan of calling a special convention to amend the rules and regulations that shall govern the future conventions of the Republican party. I believe it advisable to have this convention at as early a date as possible, and I hope it will be the sense of the Committee to adopt this method of bringing about a reorganization." "The amendments to these rules should include the re-adjustment of basis of representation in the national convention, the method of choosing delegates, the settlement of contests, and the holding of proxies of members of the National Committee." "The are the paramount subjects to be considered in the reorganization of the party. The proper solution of these problems will, I believe, insure protection against the evils that brought disruption to the party, and will guarantee that our future action will be obedient to the wishes, desires and sentiments of the majority." "The millions of voters of this nation, opposed to minority rule, which we now have, are anxious for this convention. They are ready to act on short notice. They will participate heartily in the election of delegates to this special convention. A majority of those who believe in the principles of the Republican party have indicated their patriotism and loyalty to their past acts, and there is no semblance of doubt in my mind about their desire to bring the party together, if given assurance that they will have a fair, square deal in the administration and management of the party they have so long cherished and whose principles they have so long advocated. "These principles are too great to perish because personal feelings and ambitions may have brought about abuse of authority. We must eliminate the cause which made this abuse possible, provide against its possible recurrence, and then the party can go forward in its march of progress, dedicated to the proposition that the welfare is the supremeest good." Taking up one by one the various subjects which he deceased were necessary to a proper reorganization of the party, Governor Hatfield was asked for an expression as to how he thought these matters should be worked out in the event the National Committee called a special convention. BASIS OF REPRESENTATION "It is obviously certain that some changes should be effected in the basis of representation in the national convention. I believe that as a matter of jus The McDowell Times. tice and equity, representation should be based upon popular vote for President except that it would probably be prudent to give each state as such two or four delegates at large in the conventions, believe that the old system of apportionment, fixed on congressional representation, should have been discarded long since and each Republican voter place on an equal basis. The idea of the Southern States, which never gave a single electoral vote, being able to control the nomination of a Republican candidate for President does not meet with the approval of the American sense of fairness. These states should be given the representation to which they are entitled by their individual vote. SELECTION OF DELEGATES 'Concerning the selection of delegates to the convention, the National Committee should provide that these should be chosen in each state in the manner prescribed by the law of such state; and in the event that there is no statute regulating the selection of delegates, the method should be left largely in the hands of the State Committee, trusting implicit that the members of such Committee will act in the spirit that they are the servant of the party and not its master, and that they will carry out the wishes of the majority. "In the absence of any law and action by the State Committee, delegates should be selected as herefore, by State and Congressional district conventions. Outside of the laying down of general rule by the National organization, I am of the opinion that the greatest degree of satisfaction could be obtained by permitting voters of each state to determine the way they shall select their delegates. Personally, I favor that delegates be chosen by a primary election in each district and the delegates-at-large named in a state-wide primary, thus giving to each voter a direct voice in the selection of the nominees of his party and in choosing those who will promulgate the party platform. I believe that the presidential primary is soon to be realized, but am of the opinion that in this state should remain the unit. (Continued on Page 4) 376 Bushels to the Acre---Farm Worth $115,000---Eight Sons. From the veranda of his elegant, twenty-two-room country home overlooking the fertile Kaw Valley, J. G. Groves, nego farmer, can look down on his domain—120 acres of potatoes. It's a "domain" rather than a farm, because Groves is the "potato king" of Kansas—recognized as such, respected, envised, imitated. Fifty-five thousand bushels was the output of the Groves farm last year, and the maximum yield for one acre was 280 bushels! Of course there is "Groves' own way" back of these big yields, but it is not a secret. In fact the "king" has confessed it often in farmers' meetings and in farm papers, much to the good of potato growing in Kansas. Like many another industrial monarch of the day the breath that made Groves "king" was a long one—thirty years long. Years of intelligent, well-directed toil they were, too, for since the very first day, way back in 1882 when he came to the Kaw Valley with only a few dollars, rented six acres and started on his famous spindotic career, Groves has been a faithful follower after scientific ways. There isn't much doubt that that is the reason he is "king." And in the Kaw Valley of Kansas where farmers are devoting their lives to potato growing it means something to be the champion. It isn't every farmer that can get the big yields with potatoes. It requires a wide knowledge of methods under varying conditions. On a farm adjoining the Groves acres is a farmer who has been a potato grower for several years. But his land, endowed with the same natural characteristics as that of the "potat-king," produced only 125 bushels an acre as a maximum yield last year-271 bushels short of the top yield of his illus- KEYSTONE. WEST VIRGINIA. FRIDAY. DECEMBER 26. 1913 Governor Henry D. Hatfield [Name not visible] [Image of a man in a suit with a bow tie, looking slightly to the right. The background is a plain, light color. There are no visible texts or markings on the image.]] trious neighbor. This grower lacked the experience of thirty years, which is a part of the champion's capital. "Years ago," said Groves, recently, "my best yield was 70 bushels an acre. By scientific methods I have raised that maximum yield to 260 bushels. My faith makes me believe that by this same science I can go on still further—even to doubling the yield of last year." Grow good potatoes and the market will come to you, Groves believes. Be fair in the grading. Don't throw in anything and everything. Get away from the desire to make an extra ten dollars a car by putting in cills. A good reputation means ten to fifteen cents more on the bushel, he says. That's the premium he got last year on a twenty-two carload lot to a Chicago commission firm. And as a result of that shipment this same firm early in 1913 offered to take the entire output of the Groves farm this season, sight unseen. Eight Groves boys, all large enough to work, help to run the big potato farm. With the attractions of a big city only 10 miles away you might think that the senior Groves' biggest problem would be to keep those eight boys on the farm. But it isn't. He has made every son interested in the home place by giving him an interest in the farm's business, and a voice in its operation. Every son 22 years old or older has a bank account of his own. And when a change in the business is contemplated or when a new undertaking is planned, father and sons discuss and plan the business together. The Groves domain consists of 200 acres in all—320 acres of which are devoted to potato growing. Fruit, feed crops, and truck are produced on the remaining 180 acres, which is less fertile upland. The valley land probably is worth $300 an acre, while the upland is valued at $100 an acre. That makes the potato farm worth about $115,000. HARLAND D. SMITH. In The American Magazine. SENATOR ROOT THE CURRENCY BILL It is not at all sure that Senator Root's impressive warning as to the dangers of an inflated currency will do the Democrats in Congress any particular good. It was politics that allowed Bryan's influence to play so large a part in the development of the administration currency bill, Bryan's "cheap money" ideas have been repudiated on two occasions by the American people—but so long as a tractable Mr. Bryan is a necessary part of the great scheme of Democratic harmony, the Nebraskan's energetic, if not too skillful, hand will be seen in any currency bill given official right of way under this administration. Senator Root's warning of the menace of an unsafe currency is well timed. We have had several more or less acute financial disturbances in this country since the disappearance of "free silver", as a political issue. But in every instance the credit of the Government remained so far above question that when things grew bad enough the Federal authorities were able to step in and afford relief. The nation encountered financial and industrial difficulties in 1907, for instance - but the troubles of that day were as child's play compared with what they would have been with the credit of the Government open to question. Of course, our present currency system is unscientific. It lacks elasticity and it has other faults. But it is safe. And, as between a safe currency of the present type and an unsafe currency possessing any other virtues whatsoever--if we can have only one thing or the other--the safe currency is much to be preferred. --- ```markdown ``` W.VA. SEMINARY AND COLLEGE FIFTH SUNDAYS IN NOVEMBER AND MARCH EDUCATIONAL DAYS FOR THE YEAR SEP.1-AUG 31. Red Star, W. Va., Dec. 29.—The New River, Flat Top and Mt. Olivet Association at their sessions last summer passed a resolution making the fifth Sunday in November and the fifth Sunday in March next, educational days and requested each church in said association to hold at least one mass rally on said days for education according to program to be sent out by the teaching faculty of the Seminary. In the early part of last month we sent specially prepared programs to about 100 or more churches of these associations accompanied by a special letter in which we emphasized the need of $80,000 for reinsuring the Seminary building and at least x200 more for completing the furnishing of the 14 dormitory rooms.com. We also urged that all money raised on the 5th Sunday in November be sent in at once to F. W. Board or myself. Two weeks have passed since the 5th Sunday in November and only three churches have been heard from-Fort Spring, Blue Stone and Summerville. The first two sent $2.00 each and the other church sent $1.00. Suppose the remaining churches (as they should have done without fail) had done as well. We would have received about $1.00. What is the use of our associations and conventions if the church is to treat their requests with such indifference? What is the use of trying to conduct a christian educational institution (which is pressingly needed and which is our solemn duty to foster) unless we are going to adopt and govern our efforts and actions according to business and principles? We should remember and bear in mind that the church work has a business side as well as a spiritual side and that if the business side of it is to be conducted successfully must be conducted according to business methods and principles. To have been truly business-like and loyal to the association and Christian benevolence as expressed in christian education. Every single church in the three Associations above mentioned should have responded on the 5th Sunday and sent up something if only $1.00. This would have shown the spirit of loyalty and a disposition to encourage business methods and to conform to business principles. We hope that every church will yet send in something to be credited to the 5th Sunday rally and that you will resolve to do much better on the 6th Sunday in March. We made a 10 day's tour recently among the Flat Top churches. Although we wrote and sent literature six literature six weeks ahead renewing the notice of our coming only about half the churches written made ready for our coming, yet none of them took pains to inform me that they could not give me an appointment nor any donation. Crystal, Mora, Lick Branch, Upland and Graham all looked for me and did well, some of them, others of them did the best they could. In the name of the great cause of Christ and progress, I beseech you be thern to be more consistent and business-like. J. M. ARTEB President and Field Agent P.S. Just as I was writing the las words of this article I received a check of $11.91 on 5th Sunday rally at Hinton, W. Va. I must say that Rev. L. A. Watkins has always proven very loyal to our work. On our tour he subscribed $25.00 to furnish a room and gave his personal check for $5.00. Revs. Dabney and McKoy are always one way loyal and large hearted. THE GENTLEMAN FROM MCDOWELL Constituting as they do and have for a number of years about fifty percent of the Republican strength of McBowell, the colored voters of that county will most certainly be within their rights if they should determine to demand a place on the legislative ticket. True, they have a number of deputy sheriffs, justices of the peace and contests, but these positions are more big ateles in importance: salary and less of the patronage the party has at its command. As in the other counties of the State, but with much less justice, the whites have "bogged" near about every thing worth while. For their share they have taken every county elective office and have been careful to see that only the anointed performed the office duties. No colored man has been as yet, to our knowledge, assigned any clerical work around the court house. Despite their relative strength, the Negroes have had to content themselves heretofore with the positions already named. But, if The McDowell Times is an index of the sentiment of the Negro voters of McDowell, when the table is spread for the next political feast there may be a colored face at the total board. The Advocate sincerely hopes so. It wishes for them what we in Kawamu have not been able to attain in three trials. And why should they not have representation in the state legislature? Of a certainty they have among them much better material than has represented the county here in recent years. The names of a dozen or more men might be called who are undoubtedly of superior intelligence. As to sobriety perhaps it is best to say nothing. McDowell was one of the very few comrades which voted "wet" in the election last fall. This constituency had its full representation in the last legislature. The movement is now in its formative period. What the voters most interested will divide can not now be determined any degree of certainty, but they may rest assured that a decision to support one of their own for membership in the House of Delegates will be hailed with delight by the Negro voters of the State at large —The Advocate. (Charleston, W. Va.) "SAFETY FIRST" MOVEMENT Inaugurated by Bureau of Mines Proves Effective Says Official Washington, Dec. 14. From the increasing number of reports being received by the United States Bureau of Mines of miners rescued from death in accidents, it is becoming apparent to the official that the general "safety first" movement inaugurated by the bureau already has reached a state of gratifying effectiveness. "Since the Bureau of Mines was created," said Director Joseph A. Holmes today, "our rescue men have trained miners in the use of modern rescue apparatus and 4,000 miners in the principles of first aid to the injured. "These constitute an army greater than many legions that won their triumph upon the field of battle, for those men do not destroy life, they save life. They are the soldiers of humanity, the minute men of peace, as eager and as ready to respond to the cry of distress as were the minute men at Lexington, and as brave and engaged in as holy if not a holy cause. Hundreds of mines throughout the country have established rescue and first aid crews, and it is from these crews of volunteer heroes that the bureau is almost weekly bearing of lives saved." BUY UP PHONES SAYS BURLESON Washington, Dec. 18.—Postmaster General Burleson's annual report made public today bears out the belief that the administration would get back of the bill of Representative Lewis, of Maryland, soon to be introduced, providing for Government purchase of telephone lines by January 1, 1915. While the Postmaster General's report refers specifically to the acquisition of telegraph lines and speaks secondarily of telephone service, it is believed that he will make supplementary recommendations modifying his report so as to conform to the main provisions of the Lewis bill. Like Lewis, it is generally believed that Burleson and the administration would hold the purchase of both telegraph and telephone lines as unnecessary, inasmuch as modern appliances make it possible to equip wires for the double task of transmitting both telegraph and telephone messages. A HAPPY PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR TO ALL The year 1913 will pass into history in a few days leaving the memory of tasks w. 3 done; tasks done indifferently and absolute failures. Many have accomplished that which is worthy of note while others have slept or isaled away their time. In the country at large and in the State of West Virginia in particular the people have much to rejoice over and be glad. Prosperity abounded throughout the year and there was less calamitie and suffering, therefore at this season during the last days of the year, it right and proper that there should be rejoicing, that peace and good will should abound and that this happiness should be universal. These who are prosperous and happy should seek to make others so, and all should resolve to do all in their power to add to the sum total of human happiness. There are many grave questions which will confront the people during the year 1914, questions of state, home and individual conduct. While in the most of general repressing let us pause and consider what will be best to do during the year which will soon dawn upon us let us consider what effect our industrial action will have upon our neighbor and the community at large and let us make up our mind that during the year which will soon come in we will live better, do more for others and strive harder to be happy and make others happy. Live not for ourselves alone but live for the other fellow. Whatever may come let us resolve to be true, honest fearless men and women, and when 1914 comes to a close we will have the conscience of knowing that we have contributed our share, however small, to the progress of the world, the advancement of the people. the fair, just, honest, good, grand, and noble and the world will be a little better because we lived in it. LORD OF CHRISTMAS LORD OF CHRISTMAS Lord of Christmas, where today The wee feet of the children stray Where want and woe and illness bide Where cander and care and sin hide Where cander and corruption brew. Let the dear gentle light peep thru The message ring, the town pour— Lord of the Christmas, help the poor Where mothers lean with weary breasts Above some little crib of pain; Where dark threatening shadows rest, And all the gentle hope seems vain. Where little hearts beat timidly No all uncertain in their gloom, Lord of the Christmas unto these The Christmas of eternal bloom. Where sturdy hearts burn all Where sturge broods heavy over all And dear the outlook and forborn; Where love and peace forget to call; Where sorrow's might outlast the moon; Where at some weary mother's knee A little group she cannot aid May gather bring the Christmas glove Lord of the timid and afraid. Where little lips to broken hearts Ask for a boon they cannot give; Where in the thunder of the marts, A million shuddering dreamers live; Help them to laughter once again. That through the binding of their tears The spirit of God's grace in men May heal the heartache of the years. Lord the Christmas where they plod In poverty, lift up Thy rood. That under it to pass may be Their gift of gladness and of glee; And where, Oh, Father in their dream The lights of human gladness gleam, help them to realize once more Thy pity for the ill and poor! By THE BENTZTOWN BARS Snggestions Made at Meeting of Republican National Committee Washington, D.C., Dec. 16. There will be no extraordinary Republican National Convention in 1944. The Republican National committee will adopt a new basis of apportioning delegate strength in in National conventions, substantially cutting in half the voting power of of the Southern States and the Republicans of the various states will have the opportunity to reject or ratify this action through the instrumentality of State Conventions. Such was the outlook when the members of the National Committee convened today. This forecast was made possible as a result of the conference held at the Metropolitan club banquet which started last night and lasted until the small hours of the morning. The stoutest supporters of the convention plan were Senator Jones, of Wash- MINERS WANTED THROUGHOUT SOUTHERN WEST VIRGINIA COALFIELDS. NUMBER 43 SPEROUS YEAR TO ALL TWO NEGROES LYNGHED Shreveport, La., Dec. 16. Two negroes, Ernest and Frank Williams, were lynched by a mob at Blancheau, La., today. They had confessed that they killed Calvin Ballard, a merchant, whose body was found hacked to paves in his store-saturday morning. The negroes were believed to have been friends of three negroes Ballard killed several months ago when they attempted to escape from the Louisiana penitentiary, where Ballard at the time was a trusty. Ballard discovered the negroes as they were about to gain their liberty, and, obtaining a shotgun, fired into the group. His exploit was rewarded soon by his release from the prison, where he had been serving a ten year sentence for having killed his brother. HUNTINGTON GET- TING READY FOR State Sunday School Convention April 8, 9, 10, 1914. EXCELL AND ROPER COMING The thirty-second annual convention of the Sunday Schools of West Virginia promises to be the greatest in the history of the Association. Already Huntington, which is famed far and wide as a Sunday school city is preparing for the great event. Last year the Convention was moved to Clarksbury from Huntington on account of the flood. This year they are planning for even a greater convention than the last year. A large and endemic gathering of the representative Sunday school leaders and business men of the city was held, and a permanent organization was effected. These who have charge of the preparations are as follows: Central Committee, W. H. Newcomb, Jr., Finance, Frank P. Swan, Printing, F. K. Hundley, Publicity, Robert E. Adams, Music, H. Clay Warth, Churches and Halls, J. A. Chambers, Reception, Frank M. Thornburg, Entertainment, Charles H. Barton, Usher, S. R. Sims, Pages, K. J. H. Yolo. The program Committee at the headquarters of the Association in Wheeling is preparing a great program. Among the features will be institutes for Elementary, Secondary, Adult Division workers, posters and superintendents, and those interested in Temperature, Home and Visitation, Teacher Training, Missionary and Purity Department work. Prof E. O. Excel, the world's greatest-convention song leader and his great ac-complier, Prof. Alvin Koper, has been secured, and will have charge of the music of the Convention. G.O.P. Cuts South's Vote in Convention G.O.P. Cuts South's Vote in Convention WASHINGTON, Dec. 18.—The Republican national committee last night ended agitation of long standing by changing the basis of representation in national conventions so that the voting strength of the South will be reduced to a triple more than 16 per cent. Under the dew plan the South will have only 164 delegates in 1916, so against 243 in 1922. It was estimated there will be 980 votes in the next convention. The Northern States will have 812 and Alaska and the District of Columbia 14. ington, Barnes of New York, Spies of New Mexico and Governor Hatfield, of West Virginia. But National Committeeman Warren, of Michigan early in the evening spring the compromise plan. Senator Borah was one of those to oppose a convention. But if there should be one, he declared, he would be one of those who would take the bill by the horns and demand adoption at that convention of party principles, let the chippew fly where they will. Senator Sanders of Tennessee made it clear that the Southern members of the committee had patriotically agreed to accept reduced representation, but were insistent that it be done without the intervening convention proposal. It was the attitude of the Southern men that apparently turned the tide in favor of the Warren compromise. The McDowell Times extends to one and all a merry Christmas and a happy New Year. MEMBER NATIONAL AND PRESS ASSOCIATION BE RATHER THAN SEEM TO BE WHITTICO & HILL PUBLISHERS & PROPRIETORS. M. T. WHITTICO, Editor. T. EDWARD HILL, Business Mgr. Articles of more than ten lines will be charged 10 cents per line. Publistes every Friday in the interest of the Negro Race—His Civil and Political Rights. SUBSCRIPTION RATES. One year in advance.....$1.50 Six months in advance.....77 Three months in advance.....47 One month in advance.....25 Single copy.....65. ADVERTISING RATES FURNISHED BY REQUEST Special rates to churches, schools and colleges. Subscribers changing their Post Office address must notify the publishers or else his subscription will be collected just the same as if he had not. Entered as Second Class Matter March 22, 1904, at the Post Office at Keystone W. Va., under act of Congress, March 3 1879. FRIDAY DECEMBER 26, 1913 'FLUENCE PEDDLING MUST CEASE Local dealers in 'fluence are up in the air because of our editorial of last week, and if they continue in the business we propose to give the public the benefit of their names. We are sending letters to all candidates for Congress in this district and prospective candidates for county offices requesting them to furnish us with the names of this hungry border in order that we may give their business some free advertising. These men who persist in attempting to impress candidates with their political importance are a menace to the political well being of any people and the sooner they are weeded out the better. They have no real influence, can do nothing worth while and yet they put a price upon their 'fluence'. It is graft and vote selling pure and simple and it is the purpose of this paper not only to expose the seller but also the buyer. Good men will not become candidates for office if they know their life must be made miserable by these political vultures. The man with influence and ability will be sought by candidates and if his service is needed and if he must give up other work to render it he should be paid, but this continues running down men who aspire to office should cease. THE GENTLEMAN EKOM KANAWHA We publish in another column of this issue an editorial which appeared in last weeks issue of The Advocate. We reproduce it for two reasons—first because it advocates the nomination and election of a colored man for the Legislature from McDowell county, and second because it is the best thing ever printed in our esteemed contemporary about the Negroes of McDowell, even though the editor left the inference that there are no so-called leaders here. For the benefit of the gentleman of Kanawha we will refrain from entering upon a comparison. It is the purpose of this paper to call the attention of the Republicans of McDowell county to the growing demand not alone among Negroes but as expressed by some of the leading white Republicans in the state, for a colored legislator from this county, which gives such large Republican majorities, about 7 per cent of which are Negro votes. It is the opinion of many that the loyal Negro voters of McDowell are entitled to this representation and that the white Republicans should concede the nomination of one of the two members of the House of Delegates to them. In a short time we will begin the publication of letters giving the views of several Republicans, white and colored, on this question, which will soon become an issue in McDowell county. We thank The Advocate for even admitting that there are a few Negroes in this county who are worthy to sit in the law making body of the State, and if the colored men of McBowell decide to name one we hope the gentleman from Kanawah ha will give him his valuable support. GETTING TOGETHER The position taken by Governor Henry D. Hatfield for the reorganization of the Republican party is in keeping with his record for progress and harmony. The plan proposed by the Governor of West Virginia was almost wholly adopted by the Republican National Executive Committee, and the very high honor of being appointed one of the three gentlemen to draft the address to the Republican voters of the county was conferred upon West Virginia's chief executive. The Republicans of this state should feel proud that the progressive Governor is taking such a conspicuous part in national politics and is doing so much to bridge the gap between Progressives and Republicans. We believe the efforts of Dr. Hatfield and the gentlemen of the Committee will have the desired effect and there will be a reunited party, not only in 1916 but in 1914, and that as a result of the action taken by the Committee the Republican party will sweep the country next year and in 1916 get control of both the executive and legislative branches of the Government. We congratulate their ernot Hatfield and the Committee. WASHINGTON HAPPENINGS SUFFRAGISTS ARE MAD According to Miss Alice Paul, chairman of the Congressional Committee of the National Women's Suffrage Association in Washington, the Democrats will back the support of the women in favor of this movement throughout the country. Miss Paul says that President Wilson has alienated the equal suffragists of America by refusal to take up their cause, and she behaves the women should "turn the millions of votes of women" and their influence with male votes against the Democratic party in the next election, unless that party changes its mind on the question of suffrage. Miss Paul states that the Progressives, Socialists and Prohibition parties are in favor of equal suffrage. That the government will restrict manufactures in the same way that has been accomplished by the pure food laws, is indicated by the hearings held by Committees of Congress on bills to bar from Interstate Commerce misbranded adulterated articles of every description. Representative Campbell of Kansas, who is one of the most alert and skilled of the legislators in Washington, declares that "no manufacturer has the right to die from the public on an article which is not what it purports to be." He further declares that "a reputable manufacturer would not put his name on an adulterated product." Mr. Campbell has produced for his colleagues in Congress a quantity of shoes which he says are not made of pure leather. Other articles of merchandise have likewise been brought forward showing the need for this legislation It is real refreshing in these days when pension legislation passes the House of Representatives with only twenty-five or thirty dissenting votes, to note the nature of the opposition. As an illustration the article of Representative Callway of Texas, is in point. In a speech in the House of Representatives he said: "I remember that when the river and harbor bill was up and we were making a fight against that, claiming that it was a pork barrel bill, the gentleman from Wyoming, who thinks that the House would never yield to a political pressure, assaulted the river and harbour bill, and said that it was a bill worked out to increase the bearings of the machinery in the respective districts. Does the gentleman think that the House would yield to the influence of a pork barrel on the river and harbor bill and would not be influenced by a pork-barrel bill for the pension distribution?" CURRENCY BILL PASSES 54 TO 34. Washington, Dec. 19...The administration currency reform bill, proposing a revision of the financial system of the United States, and the creation of regional reserve banks to act as stabilizing elements in the banking and financial world, assed the Senate tonight by a vote of 4 to 34. Forces that had fought together for improvement and amendment of the measure to the last, divided, when the final came. Senator Hitchcock, who had the opposition to the bill, returned to the Democratic ranks, and Senator Vecks, one of the leaders on the Republican side, with five other Republicans and Senator condexter (Progressive), noted for the passage of the measure. WHAT CURRENCY BILL WILL DO Here is what the Democrats says the currency bill will accomplish: Make Ummie Sam instead of the banks loss over his own money. Prevent the accumulation of money in ne place, such as Wall-st. Limit the volume of money used in peculation. Make more money available for com- mercial and agricultural expansion. Enable business men and farmers to secure credit on easier terms. Safeguard the deposits of bank petrons. Provide a currency which will expand or contract with the needs of business. Williamson News This has been a very strenuous week with the residents of this city in making simple preparations to satisfy the anxieties of the thousands of little children who are the idols of hundreds of boys throughout this and other sections of the country. Dr. J. M. Whittico, for several days past, has been much indisposed on account of tonsilites. But it is pleasing to note by his many friends that he has convalesced to the extent that he is in his office answering the many calls of his patients. His rapid recovery is largely due to the expert attention given him by Dr. A. M. Perry. Little George Toy, Jr. arrived home Sunday evening in company with his uncle, from the Bluefield Colored Institute. He will spend the Christmas holidays with his mother and father. He is a bright little fellow and is in the model department of the above named school. Mr. Benjamin Barber of Bluefield and son were pleasant Sunday visitors of friends and relatives in Williamson. in Milwaukee county and located in the popular city of Williamson has a lucrative practice and is making an enviable record along the lines of his profession. Mrs. Hattie Small, one of the public school teachers of Mercer county, is spending the Christmas holidays with her husband E. A. Small, the tailor, of this city. But little has been said along the lines of the Congressional campaign. Yet with our friend Gloydkoontz out of the way, which appears at present that he will be, it is most certain that a majority of the voters will give their sirt to Hon. Eldgay Cooper of Bramwell, to succeed James A. Tringles of Caleb县. Golden Rule News The endowment of Mrs. Mary Walker of Arlington was paid Wednesday night, December 11. The endowment of Mrs. Matilda Woodson of Vivian was paid on the 17th inst. The Golden Rule is progressing nicely and new stimulus is being injected in the work. An excellent report was received from Prof. L. D. Dawson of Williamson a few days ago. All of the reports indicate that the Order is increasing in efficiency. RECORD BREAKING YEAR IN W.VA. MINES Fewer Accidents and Fatalities More Coal Produced and Conditions Better Genernly Charleston, W. Va., Dec. 22. - The accident record in the office of Earl Henry chief of the Department of Mines of West Virginia for the first eleven months of 1913 show that this will be a banner and that there have been fewer fatalities than in any year since 1908. In the eleven months ending November 30th, there have been 299 deaths at the mines according to Mr. Henry's records, against 340 for the first eleven months of 1912. What is more significant, according to Mining records, the decrease of 31 in the number of deaths has taken place in spite of the fact that the fact that the State's mining population has increased 5,005. In 1912 the number of men employed in West Virginia mines was 58, 248, while the 308 accidents this year have occurred to a population of 73,233, according to the figures of the Public Service Commission. Another interesting show made by the Department records is that sixteen of the coal producing counties of the state have established a new world's record for safety. Of the sixteen counties in question, six had one death each while in ten counties there was none. The record of the United States Bureau of Mines set forth that in 1912 those counties produced 418400 tons of coal. Based on this 1912 tonnage and it will be larger in 1913, it will be seen that there has been only one mining fatality in these counties for every 67,333 tons of coal mined. Chief Henry's record for the whole state make the fatality rate 4.21 for each thousand men employed. This is the best rate since 1905, when it was 3.15. The rate in 1912 was 5.26. In reviewing the figures today, Mr Henry pointed out that they indicated clearly that the operators and miners were co-operating with the Mining Department to make West Virginia one of the safest states in the Union for mining. He said he believed the 1914 records could, even better than those of 1913, now earnestly the miners and operators and officials of the Mining Department were working for the common welfare. Governor Henry D. Hattfield, who, because of his many years of medical practice among mining people, takes especial in the coal industry of the State, had the detail reports on his desk when the recapitulation of the mining- records was shown him. He was pleased as Mr. Henry was with the excellent showing. The governor took occasion to say that he had been taking, and would continue to take, advantage of every possible opportunity to help Mr. Henry and the operators and miners to improve conditions in West Virginia. He added that he wanted both operator and miners to know that the State administration intended to be constructive rather than punitive in the enforcement of the mining laws. Yankee Officials Barred Santo Domingo Is To Conduct Its Own General Election. Santo Domingo, December 14.---The general elections, which will be held tomorrow and Tuesday for members of the Chamber of Deputies, will be conducted in an orderly manner, the Government promising that every voter shall have a free and fair opportunity to register his choice at the polls. The Municipal Council has decided that only its members, representatives of the different parties and properly registered voters shall be permitted in the City Hall on the polling days. This measure excludes the general public and foreign visitors. Among the latter are the American Commissioners, who have been sent here to observe the elections and to act officially in case of discontent. All the newspapers publish articles protesting against any attempt on the part of the American commissioners to control the elections, which they consider an attack on the national dignity. Rev W. H. Mitchell preached two very able sermons at the Baptist church Sunday. Both services were well attended. Editor M. T. Whittico accompanied by his little son John V. left for his home in Henry county, Va., Tuesday, where they will spend the holidays. R. W. Whito spent the latter part of last week in this city conferring with the boys on political matters. Constable Henry Richards of Kimball was visiting friends here Sunday. Prof. E. L. Rann was in Welch Sunday afternoon. Mrs. E. L. Rann visited her father and sister Sunday and Monday. Prof. J. W. Robinson of Kimball was in the city Monday. He was accompanied by Rev. R. D. W. Meadows of Huntington who has been conducting a revival at the First Baptist church in Kimball. Rev. R. H. McKow of Bramwell, President of the golden Rue Association was in the city Monday. Miss Jessie B Hill visited her brother and did some shopping in this city Monday. She was the guest of Miss Rosa B Bridgeford. To the delight of their many friends of this city, Mrs. Mary Upperman, enroute from Bluefield to Premier, and Miss Mary Williams were seen on the streets here doing their Christmas shopping Tuesday of this week. Dr. E. L. Youngue, of Welch, was a business visitor to this city Tuesday. D E. V. Jordan, of Charleston W. Va. and Kentucky agent for the American Workmen, was looking after policy holders in Keystone and vicinity Tuesday. H. B. Hundley, of MacDonald, was looking after business matters of importance here Tuesday Rev. R P. Johnson, of Kimball spent a few hours in this city Tneaday. Mrs. Mary McSwain Upperman, of Premier, was the guest of Mrs. G. N. Marshall Monday eve. Miss Mary Whimbs, of Mary town was calling upon friends Monday eve. Emperor Menelik Dead For the 77th Time London, Dec. 16. — A dispatch from Jibuti, Africa, says that Emperor Menelik of Abyssinia died Friday last. King Menelik who was born in 1444 has been reported dead on several occasions. Special dispatches from Addis Ababa last February announced his death a d the svcession to the throne of Prince Lidj Jessean, on of his grandsons. Ten Days' Revival, Kimball, W. Va., Dec. 21.—The First Baptist Church, Rev. J. W. Robinson, pastor, has been the scene of one of the greatest religious meetings ever held in this city. The 10 days service was conducted by Rev. R. D. Meadows, of Huntington, the great revivalist and Supt. of Mission of the Baptist Church of W. Va. The religious awakening was such that there were 45 accessions to the church and much good has resulted from this meeting and both Rev. Robinson and Rev. Meadows are being highly commended for the excellent meetings. Steel Cars Will Displace Wood Ones Bristol, Tenn, Dec. 22 - The Norfolk & Western Railway Co. is substituting steel coaches for the wooden coaches that for many years have made up their principal trains. Trains Nos. 3 4, 15 and 16 are being run as solid steel trains. Other wooden coaches will be eliminated as fast as the steel equipment arrives. All new cars are provided with all modern conveniences and ars painted maroon. Notice to Take Depositions. TO ALICE WAYNE: Take notice that on January 1, 1914, at the Law Offices of C. C. Froe, in the town of Wilcoe, Mc Dowell county, W. Va., between the hours of 9 o'clock a. m and 4 o'clock p. m. of that day, I shall proceed to take the depositions of myself and others to be read as evidence in my behalf, in a certain suit in equity, depending in the Circuit Court of McDowell county, wherein I am plaintiff and you are defendant; and if from any cause the taking of the said depositione be not commenced, or, if commenced, be not concluded, on that day, the taking thereof will be adjourned from time to time, at the same place and between the same hours until the same shall be completed. Louis Wayne. OPERATES IN EVERY STATE IN THE UNION EMPLOYS MORE THAN 8,000 AGENTS PAYS A CLAIM EVERY EIGHT MINUTES THE OLDEST, LARGEST AND STRONGEST LIFE, ACCIDENT AND HEALTH INSURANCE COMPANY IN THE WORLD W H HARRIS Special Agent NORTHFORK, WEST VIRGINIA Second Hand AND NEW Furniture Of All Descriptions BOUGHT AND SOLD NEXT DOOR TO HIPPODROME SEE A. L. 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And it appearing from an affidavit now on, file with the papers in this cause, that the Plaintiff has made diligent search for the Defendant in order that she might have to process in this case what she has been able to ascertain any information as to the Defendant's whereabouts; it is therefore ordered that the said Defendant do appear at the Clerk's Office of one month from the date of the first publication of this order, and do what is necessary to protect his interest herein. But further ordered that a copy of this order be published once a week for four successive weeks in some newspaper published in McDowell County, and that a copy of the same be published once a week for four McDowell County for twenty days before decree is rendered. A Copy, Teste. A HAMPDON, GRAY, Deputy for W. Burbridge Park, Clerk. 5-12-41 B. E. CART, P. Q. ORDER OF PUBLICATION WEST VIRGINIA At Rules held in the City of Richmond County, on the first Monday in December, 1881 And it appears from on *amidavit* now on file with the papers in this case, that the defense is in good shape. The defense, it is therefore ordered, that the said defendant do appear at the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of McBowell County within one month of the first application of this order, and do what is necessary to protect her interest. It is further ordered that a copy of this order be出版 once a week for four successions. It is further ordered that a copy of the same be posted at the front door of the court house of McBowell County for twenty days before deposition. A *copy*: Teste; B. HAMPTON, GRAY. Deputy for W. Browder, Clerk. J. K. Smith, P. Q. Notice to Take Depositions. TO HANNAN CARTER: Take notice that on the 27th day of Dec. 1913, at the law office of Tnos. L. Higgins in the town of Kimball, in McDowell Co., West Virginia, between the hours of 9 o'clock A.M., and 4 o'clock P.M., of that day, I shall proceed to take depositions of myself and others, to be read in evidence in my behalf in a certain suit in conjunction pending in the Circuit Court of McDowell County and State of West Virginia, in which I am plaintiff and you are defendant, and if from any cause the taking of said depositions be not commenced on that day, or if commenced, if they be not completed on that day the taking of said depositions, will be adjourned from day to day, at the same place and between the same hours until they are completed. Jessie Carter Thomas L. Higgins, P. Q. By Council. Harrison private Hospital Cases Surgical and Medical Treated at Reasonable Rates. EFFICIENT STAFF Phone Excelsior Drug Company Kimball, West Va. HIS MOTTO: "Fresh Drugs and Polite Accomodations" Drugs Medicines, Toilet Articles, Sodas, Tobacco and Cigars Anawalt, W. V. W H. COBB'S Drug Store, 442 Raleigh Street EDWARD'S BUILDING BLUEFIELD, W. VA. Complete Line of Drugs, Medicines, Druggists' Sundries, and Toilet Articles. When in Bluefield call to see us. Only five minutes walk from the radroad station. Soda at the fount. Christmas IS ALMOST HERE If you are in need of good HOLIDAY PRINTING We are headquarters for this line of work The McDowell Times Printing Co. Phone 62 KEYSTONE, W. VA. ORGANIZED 1853 $30,000,000 PAID IN CLAIMS The City Convention of Kimball was held Thursday night of last week and a full ticket nominated. The meeting was called to order by Hays Dalton, and call read by Rev R. P. Johnson After the reading of the call Constable Henry Richards was called to the chair as temporary chairman. Dr. R C. Harrison nominated Sol Spector for temporary Secretary, and upon motion of Prof. E. M. Craghead the temporary organization was made permanent. Resolutions were offered by Dr. R. C. Harrison and adopted by the convention giving the people a greater share in the nomination of the officers and expressing the desire that the convention be a real one where the voice of the people be heard and tueir will obeyed. The speech of Dr. Harrison was the keynote of the convention and was a strong plea for the rights of the people. The Doctor was ably seconded by Attorney Higgins. Speeches were delivered by Squire Crider. Prof. Wyley, Rev Pryor, Messrs. C. K. Adams, J. E. Ross, Holiday and others. Dr. Harrison placed in nomination Dr. Stevens for mayor; the nomination was seconded by E. M. Craghead. No one else was nominated and Dr. Stevens was nominated by acclimation. Mr. L. C. Lucas was nominated for Recorder. The following named gentlemen were nominated for Councilmen: Charles Wagner, Hays Dalton, N. Wiley, Garland Watlington and Jas. Board. The Republican Executive committee are as follows; H. Bank, chairman, Sam Elliott, Dr. R.C. Harrison, Constable Henry Richards, Sol Spector, Edd Farris, Attv. T.L. Higgins and Rev. R.P. Johnson, Secretary. The convention was not only one of the most progressive ever held in Kimbail but it was harmonious. A great fight was anticipated but it did not develop and everybody and everybody seemed well pleased at the result. Dr. R.C. Harrison was the dominant spirit in the convention and did not let a cog slip. The speeches were good and exhibited a spirit of fairness and friendlines on the part of both successful and defeated candidates. YEAR 1913 Banner Business Year in Keystone-All Business Show Fine Improvement Over Previous Year-Volume of Business at This Season 40 Per cent. Greater Business in Keystone at the close of 1913 shows marked im provement over last year, not withstanding talk of industrial depression and money stringency. A representative of the Mc Dowell Times interviewed the leading business men in the city this week and was informed by each of them that business conditions were better at this season than it was last year, that trading is heavier and more cash sales are being made. The volume of business done through the First National Bank of Keystone during the past two months far exceeds that done during the same two months for Mr. I. L. Short, of the Reynold Shoe Co. states that there is a marked increase in sales in all departments of his store. Mr. J. M. Lamkin of the Keystone Snpyly Co. states that the increase in his business is at least 33% . Mr. Sol Hyman of G. Hyman and Sons, states that not withstanding the warm weather the sales of his firm is greater than at this season last year Mr. Cosgrove of the 5 and 10c Store who has greatly increased his stock this year and also put in a line of 25c goods states that the Keystone store is doing a greater business than the Keystone and Welch stores combined last year. Dr. J. Spector, of the Spector Totz Drug Co., states that the Christmas sales greatly exceed last year. Dr. W. V. Bridgeford, of the Bridgeford Pharmacy, who is extremely conservative also note an increase in business Mr. Bernard of the New York Racket Store, another conservative business man says that taking weather conditions into consideration he also notes an increase in the volume of business being done. The Budnicks. Hermanson, Honeyman, Nelson, Price, and other merchants do not hesitate in stating that Christmas sales this year are in excess of last year and that the business for the entire year is in advance of last year. There have been two or three failures this year, each of which were small with assets almost equal to liabilities. This speaks well for Keystone and should encourage manufacturers to locate in this city. There will be several buildings empty in July 1914 and it will be a good time to broaden the business activities of the "Mecca of the Coal fields" Wonderful improvements have been made in the city this year and many are contemplated for next year. There are no evidences of busi- ness stagnation here, the bank is still cutting money, merchants are still ordering large supplies, of goods and all classes of business keeping pace with the demands of the people More people are coming to Keystone than ever before and as a shopping center it surpasses either Welch or Williamson and is vieing with Bluefield. There is excellent police protection and prices are very reasonable; railroad facilities are good and there is excellent hotel accommodation. The year which will close in a few days has been a banner year for Keystone and the business men are uniting in an effort to supply the growing demands of the people. Worn Out? No doubt you are, if you suffer from any of the numerous ailments to which an women are subject. Headache, backache, sideache, nervousness, weak, tired feeling, are some of the symptoms, and you must rid yourself of them in order to feel well. Thousands of women, who have been benefited by this remedy, urge you to TAKE Cardui The Woman's Tonic Mrs. Sylvania Woods, of Clifton Mills, Ky., says: "Before taking Cardui, I was, at times, so weak I could hardly walk, and the pain in my back and head nearly killed me. After taking three bottles of Cardui, the pains disappeared. Now I feel as well as I ever did. Every suffering woman should try Cardui." Get a bottle today. E-68 Voters Register Now! The registration books are now open for the purpose of registering the voters of Keystone. Those who desire to vote in the coming city election should lose no time in seeing that their names are upon the registration books. Makers. Capehart and Martin, the registrars, are in the courthouse every evening from 7 until 9 o'clock for the purpose of registering votum. Do not delay—Register now! ELECTRIC MASSAGE ALL MODERN APPLIANCES PERFECTLY SANITARY HOT AND COLD BATHS J. P. Coles Finney Bldg. Next to Bluefront KEYSTONE, W.V.A WEST VIRGINIA: At Roles hold in the Clerk's office of the Circuit Court of Powell County, on the first Monday in December 1915, Laura Cobbs. The object of this suit is to obtain from the defendant by the plaintiff a divorce A VINGULO MATRIMONI And it appearing from an affidavit now on file with the papers in this cause, that the defendant is a non-resident of the state of West Virginia; it is therefore ordered that the said defendant do appear at the Clerk's office of the Circuit Court of McDowell county within one month from the date of the first publication of this order, and do what is necessary to protect his interest herein. And it is further ordered that a copy of this order be published once a week for four successive weeks in some newspaper published in McDowell county, and that a copy of the same be posted at the front door of the court house of McDowell county for twenty days before decree is rendered. A copy. Teste: B. HAMPTON GRAY, Deputy for W. Burbridge Payne, Clerk. B. E. Carter, P. Q. S. B. MOON Attorney-at-Law Wilcoe, West Virginia No Money Stringency Here. 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Second starts it at once to growing one half inch per month MADAME ALICE WALKER, Scalp Specialist HEADQUARTERS 619 E. Vine St., Knoxville, Tenn. Residence Phone Old 3338 Bluefield, West Virginia OF EMINENT MEN CONCERNING THE LIQUOR TRAFFIC AND THE COLORED RACE. "The white man's 'fifo water' more than any other agency, vanquished the American Indian. It was rum that demoralized the native African and made the barbarians slave trade across the Atlantic a success." The greatest enemy of the American Negro today is neither Jim Crowism nor tuberculosis, but Alcohol. "It is too much to ask the professional classes of colored people 'strengthen the weak hands and confirm the feeble knees' by the example of total abstinence?"-Dr. C. V. Roman, Professor Diseases of Far, Nose and Throat, McHarry Medical College; Journal of the National Medical Association. "This pledge of total abstinence is, test of whole hearted and sincere obedience to the law of Christ and a willingness to sacrifice momentary pleasure of a debasing appetite for the benefit of using our influence upon our fellow man to secure their eternal salvation."—Bishop C. R. Harris, A. M. E. Zion Church. "When men so far lose their judgment as to favor carrying lighted torches through powder magazines and warming frozen dynamite on a red hot stove, they will be time enough to favor the liquor traffic; for the one course is just about a wise as the other. No greater blessing can come to our race or to the nation than the abolition of the liquor traffic." —Dr. Sutton E. Griggs, Education Secretary National Baptist Convention He can gain no satisfaction by pointing to the prevalence of this evil among the white race. This dangerous fact which threatens destruction can be eliminated, not by comparison but by abstinence. "Every effort to curtail or prohibit the use of intoxicating liquor must meet with the hearty approval of every right minded Negro who has a statesman-like comprehension of the race problem. "But the great benefit consists in removing the temptation from the young whose habits have not yet been formed. The tree of righteousness planted in the generation will bear fruit in the next — Prof. Kelly Miller, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, Howard University. "We have here a curse in disguise, 'wolf in sheep's clothing,' that is wort to the shipwreck of no less than 150,000 homes in the United States annually and is costing the country for crime and pauperism nearly $200,000,000 every year."—J. N., Waring, M. D., in an address on the evil effects of alcohol in the chapel of Howard University, Washington, D. C. "Long years of observation have convinced me that strong drink is one of the worst evils that beset the Negro. If the money they spend annually for storc drink was invested in property, the wealth would be increased annually to millions of dollars. In a single court in Atlanta since the prebition has gone into effect, the fine imposed upon Negroes have decreased 50 per cent, annually. This means the these same Negroes will have that more money to spend for food, clothing and to invest in property. - Booker T. Washington. TWO CHRISTMAS DAYS IN WEST VA SPECIAL TO THE TIMES. Charleston, W. Va., Dec. 20.-The ancient rhyme, which begins with "Christmas comes but once a year, does not apply to West Virginia miners. Not only does does Christmas come twice every year but also does New Year's day. Besides, for thousands of the miners, Christmas is not a one-day holiday, as it is for other people in America. This abundance of Christmas and New Year's days is due to the fact that many of the miners are communicants of the Greek Catholic church, which has never accepted the Gregorian calendar, which most civilized nations measure time. The adherents of the Greek faith which includes Greeks, Russians and people from the Balkan States, use the Old Style calendar. This is thirteen days later than the calendar generally employed. Also many of the foreign-born miner have no conception of a one day celebration of the Messiah's birth. The Polish miners celebrate two days, December 22 and 26th, and they lay off most of December 24th to prepare for the two day celebration and it generally takes them all of December 27th to recover from the festivities. The mines cannot run with a large part of their forces off duty so they have to shut down at least four days for the first Christmas. Most manufacturers can satisfy their employees by closing one day. Thus, the miners have three days advantage over laborers in other walks of life. Then, after the Christmas holidays are over, these same miners get another holiday on January first. But this is not the last of the Christmas holidays in many of the mines. Where there are a large number of Greek catholics another period of idleness begins on January 7th and continues through the eighth and ninth. New Years Day for these people occurs on January 14th. It will be seen, therefore, that it takes the West Virginiia miners nine days to celebrate Christmas and the New Year, while other people have to be content with two days. GOVFRNOR HAT FIELD'S IDEAS (Continued from Page One) and there should be no invasion of the state rights. Perhaps with the presidential primary it would be necessary to elect delegates to a national convention to promulgate a platform. SEITLEMENT OF CONTESTS "As to the settlement of contests growing out of the selection of delegates. I believe that can best be done at home, by a plan of arumination in the state or territory in which the contest arrives, under the direction of the State Committee. Permit the contestant to select an arbitrator, the contestant another, and the third to be selected by these two arbitrators, or by the State Committee." "The National Committee should not pass upon any contest unless no settlement can be effected in the State where the contest arises. It is not possible in many cases for the National Committee to have before them all the necessary evidence, nor is it reasonable that they can devote the time necessary for a full investigation into contentions that might arise in several states or territories. This would be a step in favor of 'Home Rule', and in my opinion, it is important that the rules should be changed so that contests may be settled in the states where they originate. HOLDING OF PRONIES "The proxy evil should be eliminated altogether, because much of our abuse of authority has had its origin in this仆ractice," said the Governor, "Delegated power ought not be re-delegated out in the event that any proxies are admitted in the National Committee the proxyholder should be a voter of the party and a resident of the state or territory of the member for whom he is to act. I would probably be a very wise plan to choose an alternate for each member of the Committee and if the member of the Committee is unable to attend the alternate will participate in the sessions. "If the National Committee will call" special convention, and this convention shall be made up of men having most fist interests at heart, but only the welfare of their party and the country, and this convention acts in a spirit of sincerity and corrects the evils which have grown up. I know that our differences will be ended, and that the majority of the voters of this nation who believe in the principles of Abraham Lincoln, will once again march under one banner and stand on one platform. "The adoption of the suggestions I have made will guarantee fairness in the settlement of all contentions that may arise in the party, insure the rule of the majority give every voter of the party a full, free and fair opportunity to express his wishes and senments, and insure due consideration thereof. This is the way ought to be. It ought never to have been otherwise. I am heartily in favor of the reform, and my influence will be exerted to bring them about, so that the reorganization of the party will become a reality and be based on sound and correct principles." Notice to Take Depositions To Ande Kosko: To Anie Kosko: Take notice that on the 11th day of Dec. 1913, in the law office of S. B. Moon, in the city of Wilcoe, County of McDowell and state of W. Va., between the hours of 8 o'clock a. m. and 6 p. m. of that day, I shall proceed to take positions of myself and others, to be read in evidence in my behalf in certain suit in chancery pending in the Circuit Court of McDowell county of W. Va., in which I am placed and you are defendant, and if from any cause the taking of said depositions be not commenced on that day or if commenced, if they be not completed on that day, the taking of said depositions will be adjourned from day to day, at the same place and be between the same hours until they are completed; Lizabeth Kosko ADVERTISE With Us For Result ItPays CIRCUIT COURT: (Eighth Judicial Circuit) Counties of McDowell, Mercer and Monroe. Hon. Isaiah C. Hetndon, Judge Welch; W. Burbridge Payn Clerk. Terms of Court Second Tuesday in February June and September. CRIMINAL COURT: Hon. Jas French Strother, Judge; W. B Payne, Clerk. Terms of Court Second Monday in January, April, July and October. COUNTY COURT: James J Jones President, Switchback. B. F. Tipton, Northfork. Dr. R. K. Bragonier, Keystone. lay in January, April, August and October. License Term, first|Monday in June. COUNTY OFFICERS : Sheriff, J F Johnson, Welch. Prosecuting Attorney F C Look Assistant Pros. Attorney, G I Counts Clerk Circuitand Crim. Courts Burbridge Payne Clerk, County Court, W. W Whyte Supt. Free Schools. W Cassiu 'ook. Welch County Health Officer and co- mer, Dr. H. G. Camper Commissioner School Land C E Rusmisell, McDowell Members House of Delegate Geo. Wolfe and C. E. Harman. State Senators, Sixth Senat- ial district (counties of McDow- il, Mingo, wayne and wyomin- las A. Strother Welch; M Z white, Williamson. DR. M. M. TINSLEY EYE Specialist Welch, West Virginia. In the Payne Building. Second Floor, Room 8. Dr Tinsley is a graduate of McCormic Medical College, Ch icago, Ild. He comes highly commended as giving good se ice in his profession. Any who are suffering from EYE STRAIN or painful visi and need properly fitted glass will find it very important to s sim. NEW TAILOR SHOP in the new brick building in Northfork, W. Va. CLEANING PRESSING REPAIRING ALL WORK GUARANTEED OR MONEY REFUNDED Henry Belcher P. O. BOX 94 NORTHFORK, W. Va. HARRIS' SKIPPLE ORGHE STF Music furnished for Socials and Dances. The bast and greatest musical hits and harmonies. Terms Reason- able. Wire or write Notice to Take Depositions. Lamra Cobho, Plisintiff or Charles R. Chos. Defendant IN CHANCERY To Charles R. Cobse; You will take notice, that on 1st day of Jan. 1914 the Plaintiff below named will take depositions of himself & sundry other witnesses, to be used as evidence in the trial of the above cause, in behalf of Plaintiff at the office of B. R. Carter Keystone, in the County of McDowell, in the State of West Virginia, between the hour of eight o'clock a. m. and six o'clock p. m. of said day. And if, from any cause, thing of said depositions shall not be commenced, or being commended, shall not t-completed on the day aforesaid, the taking of the same will be adjourned from day to day, or from time to time, at the same pice cand between the same hours, until they are completed. HARRY J. CAPEHART JUP-ai-Law Phone 20 KEYSTONE, W. Phone 20 KEYSTONE, W. VA. Practice in all the Courts Undertaking and Embalming Serv vice by Sinkford and Warren at Northfork, C. H. Rice Sinkford and Warren under- makers and embalmers in the city of Bluefield are to be congrat- ulated on the wise selection of Mr. J. H. Rice of Northfork as their agent for the territory of Nor- fork and adjoining towns. An time any one should unfortunately need the services of these gentlemen all you have to do is notify C. H. Rice who is always "Johnny on the spot." He can be found by calling over an phone in No. 1 and ask for J. H. Rice, A. for Sinkford & Warren, undertakers. They guarantee all services rendered to give satisfaction. 10 tf Are You a Woman? Take Cardui The Woman's Tonic FOR SALE AT ALL DRUGGISTS July 7. 1912, 3mos. July 7. 1912. 3mos. A. L. Spencer Quick Lunches and meals served while the train wait Ice Cream, Confectioneries Pop, Tobacco etc. Mora, W. Va. THE REGISTER Daily-Sunday- Weekl The Newspaper of West Virginia Circulates in every county of the stat and adjoining counties of Eastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania. Contains all of the New GONTROLS THE ASSOCIATEB - PRESS FULL REPORTS A complete staff of correspondents. Every town in the state has a special representative. DO YOU READ THE SUNDA REGISTER It is a magazine in itself. Non-political, Containing specially selected articles of interest. Liberal Terms to Agents SEND FOR SAMPLE COPIES THE OLD RELIABLE Weekly Register Is ONE DOLLAR per Year WHEELING REGISTER JAMES B. TANEY, Gen. Mgr. WILLIAM L. BRICE, Asst. Mgr. SAMUEL SOLINS Attorney-at-Law WELCH, WEST VIRGINIA Rogers Silverware 1-2 Price This $26.50 Handsome 28 Piece, Combination Set of Genuine Rogers Celebrated Silverware NOW ONLY $13.25 Consists of 6 Teaspoons, 6 Table-spoons, 6 Medium Knives, 6 Medium Forks, 1 Butter Knife, 1 Sugar Shell. In Plain or French Gray finish, Beautiful Raised Vintage Design. Put up in fine Leather case, silk lined. With a printed guarantee from Rogers factory it is the greatest bargain in High-Grade Silverware ever offered. Don't delay in sending your order as we only let a limited number go at such a low price. Send Post Office or Express money order or Registered Letter. THE ACME CO., Mfrs. & Jobbers, Eberly Bldg., Dept. A, Columbus, O. "To The Height of Perfection. (We sell Rogers Silverware cheaper than any retail dealer in the world.)" J. P. MARTIN'S HOTEL for Colored People First Class Accommodation POCAHONTAS, VIRGINIA Crystal Coal & Coke Co. On Crane Creek 923 The Henry County Saloon Extra Fine Imported and Domestic Whiskies, Wines Brandie Gins. Beer. Tobacco and Oigars Sole Owners of the Famous Black Boy Liquors: Good Old Corn and Apple Brandy. BABBITT'S RE FOR POTASH POWDERED IN THE BARN Easier to Use Cheaper to Use BABBITT'S LYE IN THE NEW SIFTER CAN Easier to Use Cheaper to Use BABBITT'S LYE IN THE NEW SIFTER CAN JUST as much as you want-no more comes out of the new sifting top. You add a lot of water, and the strongest cleanser known is ready for use. It is liquid muscle. Wherever there is dirt, wherever germs breed, wherever there is an offensive odor-for house, barn, anywhere-there is nothing that can equal it in effectiveness. Highest in Strength But Not in Price You Use Less—It Lasts Longer Write for booklet showing many uses. Valuable presents for the labels. Write for catalog. B. T. BABBITT P. O. Box 1776 New York City anted= to work in the new shafts on ted= Wanted= Laborers to work in the new shafts on Laurel Creek. Near Kimball, W. Va. Good pay and steady work Pay twice a month. We will soon be in the coal and you can then work driving entries Apply on the work or by mail to W. F. PATTERSON, JR. BOX 295 KIMBALL, W. VA. 美 A Young Progressive Grocery Man, also dealer in Cigars, Tobacco and Notions. He is proprietor of a first class pressing and cleaning establishment. Should any man want a first up-to-date suit of clothes made to order and to fit call on F. W. Watts. All work guaranteed or money refunded. F. W. WATTS 409-11 Harvey Street WILLIAMSON, W. VA. NOTICE To whom it may concern: This is to certify that Ben Jones, who is now confined in the penitentiary at Moundville, convicted from the McDowell County Criminal County on a charge of Felony, will, after the 1st day of October, 1993, apply to the Governor of West Virginia, for executive clemency. BEN JONES By Counsel 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. MRS BELLE SMITH The woman who cooks good meala and feeds you well. LODGING ACCOMODATION the very best obtainable. Bluestone Jct., W. Va. HELP of any kind, phone or write Roanoke Employment Agency No. 11 Norfolk Avenue, upstairs (Sted Door from St. James Hotel) ROANOKE, VA. Vill Furnish on Short Notice Phone 83 S. L. CUNNINGHAM, Manager Brown Bros. HOTEL BILLIARD ROOM Cafe and BARBER SHOP H. BROWN, Manager Ninth St. Bet. 6th and 7th ves. A Huntington, W. Va. J H Staples THE LEADING TONSORIAL ARTIST Well grown, well liked and patronized by all the boys going, coming, or staying. The place to receive the best of service. Everything Antiseptic; polite atention given to all customers. You dind all modern up to date service with all kinds of electrical treatment of the face and bead at 191Norfolk Ave. ROANOKE, VIRGINIA Geo. M Ford ATTORNEY AT LAW Room 7 Third Floor First National Bank Building Northfork, W. Va. NOTICE! to whom it may concern: This is to certify that Henry Flippans, who is now confined in the penitentiary at Moundsville, convicted from the McDowell criminal court on a felony charge, will, after the first day of January, 1944, apply to the governor of West Virginia for executive clemency.